Apple Won't Be At Macworld Boston

analog_line writes "Apple apparently is none too pleased about the decision to move Macworld to Boston from New York in 2004. So much so that they have said that they 'will not be participating in Macworld Boston.' They are also considering pulling out of Macworld New York 2003, though they say they will be at Macworld San Francisco."

Comments

Re:Big Dig?

[dubiousmike]

The convention center has a pretty much direct road (pretty new - still says "authorized vehicles only, but cabs and pretty much everyone else, uses it to get to the airport. This road is also accessable from exit 18 on 93 which is just south of Boston) to the airport, thanks to the Big Dig.

My understanding of the article from Boston.com, is that their not attending their own party could have to do with IDG (convention organizers) no longer "investing" in NY.

Re:Are they insane?

[guidobot]

Apple never mentioned anything about this until after the deal was made. They knew all along it was happening, and the rumors were flying around weeks ago. "Apple remains an important partner for Macworld and IDG World Expo has been in discussions with Apple officials for some time about the move back to Boston," the representative said. "Since we just heard of Apple's position, we can only speculate about their reasons, which may be driven by their financial situation."

Re:Big Dig?

[MaxVlast]

It's hosted by Macworld, the magazine. Not Apple.