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Kodawarisan posts an update with Powerbook rumors... and a hint had decrease supplies of current Powerbooks.


If any MacRumors readers can provide a more accurate translation than the automatic one, please post it in the comments.

Update: One of many translations picked at random:

According to my sources, a new model has started production on the old Powerbook G4(DVI) assembly line. It is possible that the production of the recently announced Matsu****a slot-loading superdrive may be incorporated (waiting confirmation on this info). Considering that the prices of the current Powerbook G4 are being reduced and the fact the the remaining stock at dealers are slowly diminishing, a new model has been expected. -- SBandit

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