Apple · iBook

iBook 14-inch (Early 2003)

Released April 2003

The final 14.1-inch PowerPC G3 iBook generation, with a 900 MHz processor, 32 MB graphics memory and 40 GB drive.

Model history · 9 models, 1999–2003

Specifications

Screen size: 14.1″
Resolution: 1024 × 768
Touchscreen: No
Display type: 14.1-inch TFT XGA active-matrix display supporting millions of colours. Exact panel technology, brightness and refresh unpublished.

Processor: PowerPC G3 900 MHz (iBook Early 2003)
CPU cores: 1
Graphics: ATI Mobility Radeon 7500 (32 MB video memory)
Memory: 256 MB or 640 MB
Storage: 40 GB
CPU: 900 MHz PowerPC G3; 512 KB on-chip L2 cache at processor clock and 100 MHz system bus. Exact silicon supplier/model omitted.
GPU: ATI Mobility Radeon 7500 with 32 MB dedicated video memory and AGP 2 ×; configuration table names DDR SDRAM.
Memory type: 256 MB stock (128 MB onboard plus 128 MB SO-DIMM); one slot supports 512 MB module for 640 MB total.
Storage type: 40 GB Ultra ATA stock with Combo drive:24 × CD-R write, 10 × CD-RW write, 8 × DVD read, 24 × CD read. Larger factory drives mentioned without capacities; no unconfirmed matrix added.

Battery life (maker's claim): Up to 6 hours
Battery capacity: 55 Wh
Weight: 2.7 kg
Thickness: 34 mm
Width × depth: 323 × 259 mm
Battery life detail: 55 Wh lithium-ion battery; maker claim up to six hours. Published 2.7 kg reference weight varies by configuration/manufacturing process; dimensions use maker-published 32.3 × 25.9 × 3.4 cm.

Ports: 2 × USB-A, Ethernet, headphone jack
Wi-Fi: Optional AirPort 802.11b
Operating system: macOS
Port detail: Two 12 Mbps USB ports, one 400 Mbps FireWire port, 10/100BASE-T Ethernet, internal 56K V.92 modem and stereo headphone output. Optional 11 Mbps AirPort card; Bluetooth available through an optional external USB adapter, not built in.
External displays: VGA mirroring with included adapter; S-video and composite video through an optional Apple Video Adapter.
Keyboard: 77 US or 78 ISO keys, including 12 function keys, four arrows and embedded numeric keypad.
Trackpad: Tap, double-tap and drag support
Speakers: Built-in stereo speakers
Microphones: Built-in microphone; external USB audio devices supported
In the box: Apple VGA Display Adapter, modem cable, power adapter, wall plug, power cord and battery; Mac OS X, Mac OS 9 and bundled iLife/productivity software. MacRumors reported the exact new configurations live in the Apple Store on 22 April 2003; first delivery day unestablished, so release month retained.

Processor	Memory	Storage	Graphics
PowerPC G3 900 MHz (iBook Early 2003)	256 MB	40 GB	ATI Mobility Radeon 7500 (32 MB video memory)
PowerPC G3 900 MHz (iBook Early 2003)	640 MB	40 GB	ATI Mobility Radeon 7500 (32 MB video memory)

Model	Size	Display	Processor	Memory	Weight	Battery	Released
AppleiBook 14-inch (Early 2002)	14.1″	–	PowerPC G3 600 MHz (iBook14 Early2002)	256 MB – 640 MB	2.7 kg	6 h	Jan 2002
AppleiBook 14-inch (Late 2002)	14.1″	–	PowerPC G3 800 MHz (iBook Late 2002)	256 MB – 640 MB	2.7 kg	6 h	Nov 2002
AppleiBook 14-inch (Mid 2002)	14.1″	–	PowerPC G3 700 MHz (iBook Mid 2002)	256 MB – 640 MB	2.7 kg	6 h	May 2002