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Bizrate User Review.
The fabulous MAC computer.
, Mar. 28, 2009
QuickTake:
Pros: It is fast! It has a large screen, bright window, one-step setup, easy transfer of data from old computer, and fabulous Mac OS X Panther software.
Cons: There is nothing that I don't like.
Recommended: No
Bizrate User Review.
WHY WAIT? Shift to Apple iMac NOW. I should have YEARS AGO!
, Oct. 25, 2008
Comments:
For several years I have considered buying an Apple to shift away from Windows based computing. Apple products, in particular, this iMac, are a pleasure to use. I make excuses to sneak away and use the computer. The design of the computer, keyboard, and m...
For several years I have considered buying an Apple to shift away from Windows based computing. Apple products, in particular, this iMac, are a pleasure to use. I make excuses to sneak away and use the computer. The design of the computer, keyboard, and m...
QuickTake:
Pros: Easy to use, Innovative Design, Uncluttered, Enjoyable features; Vast improvement over Windows based products
Cons: Unable to tailor the design of the computer (i.e. amount of RAM, type of mouse, etc)
Recommended: No
cnet.com Professional Review.
Apple iMac (20-inch, 2.4GHz, 1GB RAM)
Comments:
Review Verdict: With its super-elegant new design and a strong configuration, Apple's new iMac competes with the PC desktop market better than perhaps any previous Mac to date. Unless you're a gamer or an upgrade enthusiast, we can think of very few reasons not to make a
Review Verdict: With its super-elegant new design and a strong configuration, Apple's new iMac competes with the PC desktop market better than perhaps any previous Mac to date. Unless you're a gamer or an upgrade enthusiast, we can think of very few reasons not to make a
QuickTake:
Pros: Along with its best-in-class design and solid-feeling, thin keyboard, the new Apple iMac desktop offers more performance and features than many Windows-based PCs; robust iLife '08 digital media suite.
Cons: No word on means of upgrading to Apple's new Leopard OS when it's released; anemic phone support.
cnet.com Professional Review.
Apple iMAC Core 2 Extreme 2.8 GHz - 24" TFT
Comments:
Review Verdict: With the same elegant design as its 20-inch, 2.4GHz sibling, the 24-inch, 2.8GHz iMac offers 30 percent more screen area and a modest performance boost. The iMac competes with the PC desktop market now better than perhaps any previous Mac to date, but the
Review Verdict: With the same elegant design as its 20-inch, 2.4GHz sibling, the 24-inch, 2.8GHz iMac offers 30 percent more screen area and a modest performance boost. The iMac competes with the PC desktop market now better than perhaps any previous Mac to date, but the
QuickTake:
Pros: Industry-leading design; big, beautiful display; excellent application performance.
Cons: Higher-end model features same midrange graphics card of lower-end models; free phone support ends after 90 days; might want to hold off another month until
asia.cnet.com Professional Review.
Apple speeds up iMacs with Core 2 Duo
Comments:
Apple Computer's iMac desktops are now equipped with Intel's new Core 2 Duo processors.
Apple Computer's iMac desktops are now equipped with Intel's new Core 2 Duo processors.
asia.cnet.com Professional Review.
Review: Apple iMac
Comments:
Unless you're a gamer or an upgrade enthusiast, we can think of very few reasons not to make an iMac your next desktop.
Unless you're a gamer or an upgrade enthusiast, we can think of very few reasons not to make an iMac your next desktop.
pcauthority.com.au Professional Review.
Apple iMac
Comments:
A stunning design backed up by great performance and good value for money.
Review Verdict: The iMac offers some significant improvements over the old model and good value for money. We'd love to recommend a system from a Windows OEM, but until the rest of the industry takes a slice from Apple's pie the iMac remains the most impressive all-in-on
A stunning design backed up by great performance and good value for money.
Review Verdict: The iMac offers some significant improvements over the old model and good value for money. We'd love to recommend a system from a Windows OEM, but until the rest of the industry takes a slice from Apple's pie the iMac remains the most impressive all-in-on
zdnetindia.com Professional Review.
Apple iMac-Santa Rosa
Comments:
Review Verdict: With the same elegant design as its 20-inch, 2.4GHz sibling, the 24-inch, 2.8GHz iMac offers 30 percent more screen area and a modest performance boost, but the added cost of the larger, faster model might put off some buyers, especially if you are a game
Review Verdict: With the same elegant design as its 20-inch, 2.4GHz sibling, the 24-inch, 2.8GHz iMac offers 30 percent more screen area and a modest performance boost, but the added cost of the larger, faster model might put off some buyers, especially if you are a game
QuickTake:
Pros: Industry-leading design; big, beautiful display; excellent application performance.
zdnetindia.com Professional Review.
Apple iMac (24-inch, 2.8GHz)
Comments:
Review Verdict: With the same elegant design as its 20-inch, 2.4GHz sibling, the 24-inch, 2.8GHz iMac offers 30 percent more screen area and a modest performance boost. The iMac competes with the PC desktop market now better than perhaps any previous Mac to date, but the
Review Verdict: With the same elegant design as its 20-inch, 2.4GHz sibling, the 24-inch, 2.8GHz iMac offers 30 percent more screen area and a modest performance boost. The iMac competes with the PC desktop market now better than perhaps any previous Mac to date, but the
QuickTake:
Pros: Industry-leading design; big, beautiful display; excellent application performance.
Cons: Higher-end model features same midrange graphics card of lower-end models; free phone support ends after 90 days; might want to hold off another month until Leopard is released to save yourself the cost of an OS upgrade.
zdnet.com.au Professional Review.
Apple iMac (24-inch, 2.8GHz)
Comments:
A slight bump to the specifications for the same price, the option to upgrade the graphics means the 24-inch iMac keeps the Editors' Choice it earned last year.
Review Verdict: With the same elegant design as its 20-inch, 2.4GHz sibling, the 24-inch, 2.8GHz iMac offers 30 percent more screen area and a modest performance boost. The iMac competes with the PC desktop market now better than perhaps any previous Mac to date, but the
A slight bump to the specifications for the same price, the option to upgrade the graphics means the 24-inch iMac keeps the Editors' Choice it earned last year.
Review Verdict: With the same elegant design as its 20-inch, 2.4GHz sibling, the 24-inch, 2.8GHz iMac offers 30 percent more screen area and a modest performance boost. The iMac competes with the PC desktop market now better than perhaps any previous Mac to date, but the
QuickTake:
Pros: Industry-leading design, Big, beautiful display, Excellent application performance
Cons: Higher-end model features same midrange graphics card of lower-end models, Free phone support ends after 90 days, Might want to hold off until Leopard is released to save yourself the cost of an OS upgrade
digitaltrends.com Professional Review.
Apple iMac (24-inch, 2.4Ghz)
Comments:
Setting new standards for elegance and simplicity, the all-new, all-in-one iMac packs all its components - from processor to video camera - into an astoundingly thin, anodized aluminum frame. The...
Setting new standards for elegance and simplicity, the all-new, all-in-one iMac packs all its components - from processor to video camera - into an astoundingly thin, anodized aluminum frame. The...
goodgearguide.com.au Professional Review.
Apple iMac 20in (2.4GHz)
Comments:
Review Verdict: The all-new iMac has been given an aesthetic overhaul and the changes are positive. It's a more than capable machine for general use, and the included iLife '08 software only sweetens the deal.
Review Verdict: The all-new iMac has been given an aesthetic overhaul and the changes are positive. It's a more than capable machine for general use, and the included iLife '08 software only sweetens the deal.
QuickTake:
Pros: New aluminium design, new keyboard, good performance, excellent included software package, built-in iSight webcam and microphone
Cons: All-in-one design means minimal upgrades, glossy display, mouse doesn't match colour scheme
trustedreviews.com Professional Review.
Apple iMac 20in
Comments:
Apple's iconic iMac has had a makeover. We see if it lives up to the hype.
Review Verdict: Apple's 20in iMac lives up to the hype. It's a lovely machine to look at and to use, and even in its base spec it's fast enough for the average person and very good value too. In a nutshell, it's the best desktop computer around, though you might want to
Apple's iconic iMac has had a makeover. We see if it lives up to the hype.
Review Verdict: Apple's 20in iMac lives up to the hype. It's a lovely machine to look at and to use, and even in its base spec it's fast enough for the average person and very good value too. In a nutshell, it's the best desktop computer around, though you might want to
thetechlounge.com Professional Review.
Apple iMac - New & Improved
Comments:
The new iMacs are very thin. The entire stand and unit is only about 8? deep for the 24? display. The unit that houses the display and components itself is only about two to three inches thick. The...
The new iMacs are very thin. The entire stand and unit is only about 8? deep for the 24? display. The unit that houses the display and components itself is only about two to three inches thick. The...
macworld.com Professional Review.
20-inch iMac Core 2 Duo/2GHz (4 mice)
Comments:
With large displays, room for a lot of internal storage and RAM, and a striking new design, the latest iMacs are a nice step forward -- and a good value to boot. Performance gains are minimal over the last Core 2 Duo iMacs, but as computers that straddle
With large displays, room for a lot of internal storage and RAM, and a striking new design, the latest iMacs are a nice step forward -- and a good value to boot. Performance gains are minimal over the last Core 2 Duo iMacs, but as computers that straddle
QuickTake:
Pros: Compact, all-in-one design; big, beautiful screen; new keyboard; built-in wireless capabilities.
Cons: Glossy screen may frustrate some users.
macformat.co.uk Professional Review.
Apple iMac 2.4GHz Core 2 Duo
Comments:
We have two methods to gauge the impact of a new Mac. The first is to talk to customers at our local Apple reseller. The second is to set up the new Mac in the office and wait for our colleagues' reactions. In both cases, the new iMac seems like a winner
Review Verdict: A great all-round Mac with everything that the majority of us need. The glossy screen and viewing angle may be a problem for some
We have two methods to gauge the impact of a new Mac. The first is to talk to customers at our local Apple reseller. The second is to set up the new Mac in the office and wait for our colleagues' reactions. In both cases, the new iMac seems like a winner
Review Verdict: A great all-round Mac with everything that the majority of us need. The glossy screen and viewing angle may be a problem for some
QuickTake:
Pros: Great all-round Mac, Stunning new design, Santa Rosa platform upgrade, Up to 4GB RAM, Fantastic new speakers
Cons: Glossy screen a turn-off for some
stuff.tv Professional Review.
Apple iMac (4th gen)
Comments:
It's skinny, hewn from aluminium and looks like a desktop iPhone. But does the latest iMac offer more than meets the eye?
It's skinny, hewn from aluminium and looks like a desktop iPhone. But does the latest iMac offer more than meets the eye?
QuickTake:
Pros: Stunning design. Packed with power
Cons: Limited upgradability. No TV tuner
techradar.com Professional Review.
Apple 24in iMac | Our Review | TechRadar.com
Comments:
The iMac comes in two screen sizes, 20 and 24in.
Review Verdict: Whether such a machine will be forthcoming we can only hope. Suffice to say we'll be watching the next Apple keynote speech with fingers crossed. The new iMac is a great system but just not perfect for the frequent video editor
The iMac comes in two screen sizes, 20 and 24in.
Review Verdict: Whether such a machine will be forthcoming we can only hope. Suffice to say we'll be watching the next Apple keynote speech with fingers crossed. The new iMac is a great system but just not perfect for the frequent video editor
QuickTake:
Pros: Great design, Ease of use
Cons: Lacks space for video editing work
camuser.co.uk Professional Review.
Apple 24in iMac
Comments:
Choosing a video-editing platform from Apple's current desktop range is a conundrum. The Mac Pro towers do provide 'best of class' performance but for everyday video editing it's a case of overkill.
Review Verdict: The iMac is elegant, quiet and effective but the video-editing capacity could be improved
Choosing a video-editing platform from Apple's current desktop range is a conundrum. The Mac Pro towers do provide 'best of class' performance but for everyday video editing it's a case of overkill.
Review Verdict: The iMac is elegant, quiet and effective but the video-editing capacity could be improved
QuickTake:
Pros: Great design, Ease of use
Cons: Lacks space for video editing work
pcmag.com Professional Review.
Singular Sensations
Comments:
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Review Verdict: Finding any drawbacks to the newest Apple iMac is so hard it's almost like splitting hairs. The new aluminum iMac is a desktop nonpareil in both senses of the word: It is without equal, and (like the candy) it is sweet.
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Review Verdict: Finding any drawbacks to the newest Apple iMac is so hard it's almost like splitting hairs. The new aluminum iMac is a desktop nonpareil in both senses of the word: It is without equal, and (like the candy) it is sweet.
QuickTake:
Pros: Sleeker and thinner than the previous iMac. More recyclable materials. Energy Star 4.0. Still the all-in-one standard. Same reduced number of cables. Powerful, even in Windows Vista with Boot Camp. Up to Core 2 Extreme and 1TB drive available. iLife 08 su
Cons: No media card slots. No TV tuner option. Glossy screen is a bit reflective, no option for antiglare. Not quite full HD resolution. Wireless keyboard and mouse are extra-and there are better mice than the Mighty Mouse (right-click button must be enabled in
alaTest.com Professional Review.
Review summary of Apple iMac Core 2 Duo (2007)
Comments:
alaTest has collected and analysed 734 reviews of Apple iMac Core 2 Duo (2007) from international magazines and websites.
Review Verdict: Experts rate this product 83/100 and users 88/100. Comparing these reviews to 32706 other Desktop Computers reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 100/100 = Excellent.
alaTest has collected and analysed 734 reviews of Apple iMac Core 2 Duo (2007) from international magazines and websites.
Review Verdict: Experts rate this product 83/100 and users 88/100. Comparing these reviews to 32706 other Desktop Computers reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 100/100 = Excellent.
applesource.com.au Professional Review.
Apple iMac (20-inch, 2.4GHz)
Comments:
With its super-elegant new design and a strong configuration, Apple's new iMac competes with the PC desktop market better than perhaps any previous Mac to date.
With its super-elegant new design and a strong configuration, Apple's new iMac competes with the PC desktop market better than perhaps any previous Mac to date.
QuickTake:
Pros: Best-in-class design and solid feeling, Thin keyboard, More performance and features than many Windows-based PCs, Robust iLife '08 digital media suite.
Cons: No word on means of upgrading to Apple's new Leopard OS when it's released, Anemic phone support.
applesource.com.au Professional Review.
Apple iMac (24-inch, 2.8GHz)
Comments:
A slight bump to the specifications for the same price, the option to upgrade the graphics means the 24-inch iMac keeps the Editors' Choice it earned last year.
A slight bump to the specifications for the same price, the option to upgrade the graphics means the 24-inch iMac keeps the Editors' Choice it earned last year.
QuickTake:
Pros: A minor specification update results in some significant performance gains, Graphics upgrade an option on this 24-inch model, Sleek, polished design didn't receive an update, but we won't start clamoring for a new design until the current one is at least
Cons: Free phone support runs out after 90 days
cnet.co.uk Professional Review.
Apple iMac (4th gen)
Comments:
With its super-elegant new design and a strong configuration, Apple's new iMac competes with the PC desktop market better than any previous Mac to date
Review Verdict: With its super-elegant new design and a strong configuration, Apple's new iMac competes with the PC desktop market better than any previous Mac to date. Unless you're a gamer or an upgrade enthusiast, we can think of very few reasons not to make an iMac y
With its super-elegant new design and a strong configuration, Apple's new iMac competes with the PC desktop market better than any previous Mac to date
Review Verdict: With its super-elegant new design and a strong configuration, Apple's new iMac competes with the PC desktop market better than any previous Mac to date. Unless you're a gamer or an upgrade enthusiast, we can think of very few reasons not to make an iMac y
QuickTake:
Pros: Design; thin keyboard; more performance and features than many Windows-based PCs; robust iLife '08 digital media suite
Cons: No word on means of upgrading to Apple's new Leopard OS when it's released; anaemic phone support
cnet.co.uk Professional Review.
Apple iMac (24-inch, 2.8GHz)
Comments:
The 24-inch iMac's striking design and impressive performance compare favourably to its smaller 20-inch sibling. In addition to a larger screen size, the 24-inch model offers higher-end configuration options and, of course, a higher price tag. Check out h
Review Verdict: With the same elegant design as its 20-inch, 2.4GHz sibling, the 24-inch, 2.8GHz iMac offers 30 per cent more screen area and a modest performance boost but the added cost of the larger, faster model might put off some buyers, especially if you are a game
The 24-inch iMac's striking design and impressive performance compare favourably to its smaller 20-inch sibling. In addition to a larger screen size, the 24-inch model offers higher-end configuration options and, of course, a higher price tag. Check out h
Review Verdict: With the same elegant design as its 20-inch, 2.4GHz sibling, the 24-inch, 2.8GHz iMac offers 30 per cent more screen area and a modest performance boost but the added cost of the larger, faster model might put off some buyers, especially if you are a game
QuickTake:
Pros: Industry-leading design; big, beautiful display; excellent application performance
Cons: Higher-end model features same midrange graphics card of lower-end models; free phone support ends after 90 days; might want to hold off until Leopard is released to save yourself the cost of an OS upgrade
cnet.com.au Professional Review.
Apple iMac (20-inch, 2.4GHz) Review - PCs
Comments:
With its super-elegant new design and a strong configuration, Apple's new iMac competes with the PC desktop market better than perhaps any previous Mac to date.
Review Verdict: With its super-elegant new design and a strong configuration, Apple's new iMac competes with the PC desktop market better than perhaps any previous Mac to date. Unless you're a gamer or an upgrade enthusiast, we can think of very few reasons not to make a
With its super-elegant new design and a strong configuration, Apple's new iMac competes with the PC desktop market better than perhaps any previous Mac to date.
Review Verdict: With its super-elegant new design and a strong configuration, Apple's new iMac competes with the PC desktop market better than perhaps any previous Mac to date. Unless you're a gamer or an upgrade enthusiast, we can think of very few reasons not to make a
QuickTake:
Pros: Best-in-class design and solid feeling, Thin keyboard, More performance and features than many Windows-based PCs, Robust iLife '08 digital media suite.
Cons: No word on means of upgrading to Apple's new Leopard OS when it's released, Anemic phone support.
cnet.com.au Professional Review.
Apple iMac (24-inch, 2.8GHz) Review - PCs
Comments:
apple imac (24-inch, 2.8ghz) review: With the same elegant design as its 20-inch, 2.4GHz sibling, the 24-inch, 2.8GHz iMac offers 30 percent more screen area and a modest performance boost.
Review Verdict: With the same elegant design as its 20-inch, 2.4GHz sibling, the 24-inch, 2.8GHz iMac offers 30 percent more screen area and a modest performance boost. The iMac competes with the PC desktop market now better than perhaps any previous Mac to date, but the
apple imac (24-inch, 2.8ghz) review: With the same elegant design as its 20-inch, 2.4GHz sibling, the 24-inch, 2.8GHz iMac offers 30 percent more screen area and a modest performance boost.
Review Verdict: With the same elegant design as its 20-inch, 2.4GHz sibling, the 24-inch, 2.8GHz iMac offers 30 percent more screen area and a modest performance boost. The iMac competes with the PC desktop market now better than perhaps any previous Mac to date, but the
QuickTake:
Pros: Industry-leading design, Big, beautiful display, Excellent application performance
Cons: Higher-end model features same midrange graphics card of lower-end models, Free phone support ends after 90 days, Might want to hold off until Leopard is released to save yourself the cost of an OS upgrade
pcmag.com Professional Review.
Apple iMac (20 Inch Aluminum)
Comments:
Preview of the Apple iMac.
Review Verdict: Sleeker and thinner than the previous iMac. More recyclable materials. Energy Star 4.0. Still the all-in-one standard. Same reduced number of cables. Powerful, even in Windows Vista with Boot Camp. Up to Core 2 Extreme and 1TB drive available. iLife 08 su
Preview of the Apple iMac.
Review Verdict: Sleeker and thinner than the previous iMac. More recyclable materials. Energy Star 4.0. Still the all-in-one standard. Same reduced number of cables. Powerful, even in Windows Vista with Boot Camp. Up to Core 2 Extreme and 1TB drive available. iLife 08 su
QuickTake:
Pros: Sleeker and thinner than the previous iMac. More recyclable materials. Energy Star 4.0. Still the all-in-one standard. Same reduced number of cables. Powerful, even in Windows Vista with Boot Camp. Up to Core 2 Extreme and 1TB drive available. iLife 08 su
Cons: No media card slots. No TV tuner option. Glossy screen is a bit reflective, no option for antiglare. Not quite full HD resolution. Wireless keyboard and mouse are extra—and there are better mice than the Mighty Mouse (right-click button must be enabl
zdnet.com Professional Review.
Apple iMac (20-inch, 2.4GHz, 1GB RAM)
Comments:
Editor's note: This review was updated to indicate that the iMac has only one FireWire 800 port.Photo gallery:Apple iMac, unboxedAs reader "dechah" wrote in response to our blog covering the announcement of Apple's new iMacs, Apple's is not the first all-
Review Verdict: With its super-elegant new design and a strong configuration, Apple's new iMac competes with the PC desktop market better than perhaps any previous Mac to date. Unless you're a gamer or an upgrade enthusiast, we can think of very few reasons not to make a
Editor's note: This review was updated to indicate that the iMac has only one FireWire 800 port.Photo gallery:Apple iMac, unboxedAs reader "dechah" wrote in response to our blog covering the announcement of Apple's new iMacs, Apple's is not the first all-
Review Verdict: With its super-elegant new design and a strong configuration, Apple's new iMac competes with the PC desktop market better than perhaps any previous Mac to date. Unless you're a gamer or an upgrade enthusiast, we can think of very few reasons not to make a
QuickTake:
Pros: Along with its best-in-class design and solid-feeling, thin keyboard, the new Apple iMac desktop offers more performance and features than many Windows-based PCs; robust iLife '08 digital media suite.
Cons: No word on means of upgrading to Apple's new Leopard OS when it's released; anemic phone support.
zdnet.com Professional Review.
Apple iMac (24-inch, 2.8GHz)
Comments:
The 24-inch iMac's striking design and impressive performance compare favorably to its smaller 20-inch sibling. In addition to a larger screen size, the 24-inch model offers higher-end configuration options and, of course, a higher price tag. The 24-inch
Review Verdict: With the same elegant design as its 20-inch, 2.4GHz sibling, the 24-inch, 2.8GHz iMac offers 30 percent more screen area and a modest performance boost. The iMac competes with the PC desktop market now better than perhaps any previous Mac to date, but the
The 24-inch iMac's striking design and impressive performance compare favorably to its smaller 20-inch sibling. In addition to a larger screen size, the 24-inch model offers higher-end configuration options and, of course, a higher price tag. The 24-inch
Review Verdict: With the same elegant design as its 20-inch, 2.4GHz sibling, the 24-inch, 2.8GHz iMac offers 30 percent more screen area and a modest performance boost. The iMac competes with the PC desktop market now better than perhaps any previous Mac to date, but the
QuickTake:
Pros: Industry-leading design; big, beautiful display; excellent application performance.
Cons: Higher-end model features same midrange graphics card of lower-end models; free phone support ends after 90 days; might want to hold off another month until Leopard is released to save yourself the cost of an OS upgrade.
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It is fast! It has a large screen, bright window, one-step setup, easy transfer of data from old computer, and fabulous Mac OS X Panther software. It has a large memory and large storage for data. I can burn DVDs and CDs on it.