Here are the latest Apple rumors from the blogosphere:

° “We’ve gotten word that [Apple CEO Tim] Cook was indeed at Valve yesterday, and what’s more, Apple is planning a full-on assault to take over the living room. This assault won’t just be limited to the long-rumored Apple HDTV set, but will also include a revolutionary home console as well..” — “Cult of Mac” (http://macte.ch/U0GPM)

° Build-to-order models of the Mac Pro have seen significant delays in recent weeks, as the future of Apple’s professional desktop line remains in question.” — “AppleInsider” (http://www.appleinsider.com)

° An iPad mini will be released around the third quarter of the year, cost US$249-$299, and have an initial six-million units ready for launch. — Kotaku (http://macte.ch/5evnt)

° “Apple met with video consultant and trainer Larry Jordan on the eve of the 2012 NAB show and shared some upcoming plans for Final Cut Pro X. The following features are expected in Final Cut Pro X in 2012: Multichannel Audio Editing Tools; Dual Viewers; MXF Plug-in Support; RED camera support.” — “MacRumors” (http://www.macrumors.com)