Apple · iBook

iBook 14-inch (Mid 2002)

Released May 2002

The revised 14.1-inch iBook with a 700 MHz PowerPC G3, 512 KB processor cache, ATI Mobility Radeon graphics and 30 GB drive.

Model history · 7 models, 1999–2002

Size: 14.1″
Display: –
Processor: PowerPC G3 700 MHz (iBook Mid 2002)
Memory: 256 MB – 640 MB
Weight: 2.7 kg
Battery: 6 h

What reviewers say

Reviews found useful performance at the price, while Macworld noted that demanding media work favoured G4 systems and preferred the smaller iBook’s portability. Diskidee praised build quality, smooth everyday use, the optical drive and bundled software, but could not compare speed or battery life with its Windows tests.

From macworld.com and diskidee.be

Specifications

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Display

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 Exact panel technology, brightness and refresh unpublished.

Performance

Processor: PowerPC G3 700 MHz (iBook Mid 2002)
CPU cores: 1
Graphics: ATI Mobility Radeon (16 MB VRAM)
Memory: 256 MB or 640 MB
Storage: 30 GB
CPU: 700 MHz PowerPC G3 with 512 KB on-chip L2 cache running at full processor speed and 100 MHz system bus. Exact silicon supplier/model omitted.
GPU: ATI Mobility Radeon with 16 MB dedicated graphics memory and AGP 2×; this generation is not the later Radeon 7500 model.
Memory type: 256 MB stock: 128 MB onboard and 128 MB in the single SO-DIMM slot. Slot supports up to 512 MB, for a maker maximum of 640 MB total; 3.3 V, 1.25-inch format.
Storage type: 30 GB Ultra ATA stock and 8×8×8×24× maximum Combo drive: CD-R/CD-RW writing 8×, DVD reading 8×, CD reading 24×. New 40 GB option is published at line level and retained in detail without unproven stock pairings.

Battery and size

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; integrated charge LEDs. Maker reference 2.7 kg varies by configuration; published size 32.3 × 25.9 × 3.4 cm.
Colours: White

Connections

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, 10/100BASE-T Ethernet, internal 56K V.90 modem and stereo headphone output. Optional 11 Mbps 802.11b AirPort card. Video output uses included VGA adapter or optional Apple Video Adapter.
External displays: VGA mirroring at 24-bit colour; S-video/composite to TV/projector through optional Apple Video Adapter.
Keyboard: 77 US or 78 ISO keys, 12 function keys, four arrows and embedded keypad.
Trackpad: Tap, double tap and drag support
Speakers: Built-in stereo speakers
Microphones: Built-in microphone
In the box: Included Apple VGA Display Adapter and small power adapter; launch Mac OS X 10.1.4 and Classic Mac OS 9.2.2, iTunes 2/iMovie 2/iPhoto. Maker says now available 20 May 2002.

Configurations

Processor	Memory	Storage	Graphics
PowerPC G3 700 MHz (iBook Mid 2002)	256 MB	30 GB	ATI Mobility Radeon (16 MB VRAM)
PowerPC G3 700 MHz (iBook Mid 2002)	640 MB	30 GB	ATI Mobility Radeon (16 MB VRAM)

Pros and cons

Pros

DVD-ROM/CD-RW Combo drive
FireWire and two USB ports
VGA mirroring with included adapter

Cons

Same 1024 × 768 resolution as the 12.1-inch model
Wireless card sold separately
30 GB standard storage

Closest rivals

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 (Early 2003)	14.1″	–	PowerPC G3 900 MHz (iBook Early 2003)	256 MB – 640 MB	2.7 kg	6 h	Apr 2003
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

Previous model: iBook 14-inch (Early 2002). Newer model: iBook 14-inch (Late 2002).

Sources

Photo: Apple support image assigned to this model; low-resolution white iBook family front view with later software artwork.

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