Finally!
We finally have confirmation of all the recent rumours! Steve J's keynote speech is over and Apple's website has been updated. The iPod shuffle looks great - although it appears to have undergone a name change in the last few hours. The direct USB connection is typical of Apple's ability to cut through the crap directly to the most elegant solution.
The Mac mini is a definite winner. It brings the old Cube to mind, but at a much nicer price 
This thing could really be huge for Apple. It is so tiny and has the functionality of many computers ten times its size. It also represents an inexpensive option for PC users who wish to try out Mac OS X. On the other hand it is not perfect. One particularly noticeable drawback is the lack of an audio-in port, although there are USB-based alternatives. Another drawback is the US$425 (!) Apple charges to upgrade to 1GB of RAM (the Mac mini appears to only have one DIMM slot) 
Other highlights include iLife 05 (iPhoto finally has folders!), and iWork 05 including the much-anticipated word-processor Pages.
Oddly enough the Apple Store is currently unresponsive very sluggish 
My guess is the horde of iPod shuffle and Mac mini buyers!
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