Rumor has it that the new iBook model line will be more low-budget oriented. I'm not sure if that's a great idea, but that's what the rumor is.
Personally, I think people who want a cheap Mac should just get the Mac Mini. There's a reason Apple charges so much for their stuff, and it isn't profit margin.
I agree.
I worked for years using a Mac and LOVED it!
Never could afford one of my own.
I have had several PCs and long for the days of using a Mac.