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Title: Apple iMac 24in

Verdict: Eye-catching and very well designed, the new iMac is an excellent all-in-one PC system

83/100
Title: Apple's 24-inch iMac reviewed

Summary: If you're still fence sitting on whether or not the 24-inch iMac would appropriately fill the gaping expanse on your desk, and the unboxing photos, impressive Core 2 Duo benchmarks, and promise of "upgradable graphics" haven't convinced you just yet, mayb
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Title: Core 2 Duo iMacs unofficially rock 802.11n capabilities

Summary: We know, it's still draft-spec equipment, but the fact that Apple has knowingly strapped an 802.11n-compliant wireless card inside its newest refresh of iMacs could certainly be telling of a certain product's future (or not). While a few enterprising user
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Title: Apple iMac Core 2 Duo (17-inch, 1.83GHz) Reviews

Pros: Low price; good looks; new Core 2 Duo processor; fantastic software bundle.

Cons: No SuperDrive; configuration options are almost nonexistent; phone support lasts only 90 days.

Verdict: The 17-inch iMac is missing a few features you might like--SuperDrive and a remote control, to name two--but it still makes a stellar home PC, thanks to its great design, new Core 2 Duo processor, and superior software bundle.

Summary: The 17-inch iMac is missing a few features you might like--SuperDrive and a remote control, to name two--but it still makes a stellar home PC, thanks to its great design, new Core 2 Duo processor, and superior software bundle. Plus, its price makes it a b
74/100
Title: Apple iMac Core 2 Duo (24-inch, 2.16GHz) Reviews

Pros: Giant LCD makes the iMac a home-video champ; updated specs stay competitive with the rest of the desktop PC field; expanded upgrade options available at the time of purchase.

Cons: Configurator upgrades are expensive; limited aftermarket upgradability means you won't be able to add a Blu-Ray or HD-DVD drive down the road; no media card reader.

Verdict: .

76/100
Title: Apple iMac Core 2 Duo (24-inch, 2.16GHz): size and performance

Pros: Giant LCD; updated specs; expanded upgrade options

Cons: Upgrades are expensive; limited aftermarket upgradability; no media card reader

Verdict: Other companies may offer more flexible configurations and the spectre of HD video looms large, but the 24-inch iMac Core 2 Duo's sprawling display and capable features will win many over. The new iMac is an impressive desktop that doubles as a secondary

76/100
Title: Apple iMac Core 2 Duo (17-inch, 1.83GHz) Review - PCs

Pros: Low price, Good looks, New Core 2 Duo processor, Fantastic software bundle

Cons: No SuperDrive, Configuration options are almost nonexistent, Phone support lasts only 90 days

Summary: The 17-inch iMac is missing a few features you might like--SuperDrive and a remote control, to name two--but it still makes a stellar home PC, thanks to its great design, new Core 2 Duo processor, and superior software bundle. Plus, its price makes it a b
74/100
Title: Apple iMac Core 2 Duo (24-inch, 2.16GHz) Review - PCs

Pros: Giant LCD makes the iMac a home-video champ, Updated specs stay competitive with the rest of the desktop PC field, Expanded upgrade options available at the time of purchase.

Cons: Configurator upgrades are expensive, Limited aftermarket upgradability means you won't be able to add a Blu-Ray or HD-DVD drive down the road, No media card reader.

Summary: Other vendors might offer more flexible configurations and better deals on components, and the specter of HD video looms darkly, but the 24-inch iMac's sprawling display and convincingly capable features should set most people's minds at ease.
76/100
Title: Apple iMac Core 2 Duo (24-inch, 2.16GHz)

Summary: Other vendors might offer more flexible configurations and better deals on components, and the specter of HD video looms darkly, but the 24-inch iMac's sprawling display and convincingly capable features should set most people's minds at ease.
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Title: Apple iMac

Summary: The iMac's widescreen display provides a sharp and bright image that's ideal for watching movies.
90/100
Title: Apple Review

Summary: We looked at the 17 inch iMac from Apple. There are two 17 inch versions available; we chose to evaluate the 2.0GHz version because it offers more RAM and a better graphics card. This computer is an integrated, desktop type system, which means that the CP
50/100
Title: Apple iMac Core 2 Duo (24-inch, 2.16GHz)

Pros: Giant LCD makes the iMac a home-video champ; updated specs stay competitive with the rest of the desktop PC field; expanded upgrade options available at the time of purchase.

Cons: Configurator upgrades are expensive; limited aftermarket upgradability means you won't be able to add a Blu-Ray or HD DVD drive down the road; no media card reader.

Verdict: Other vendors might offer more flexible configurations and better deals on components, and the specter of HD video looms darkly, but the 24-inch iMac's sprawling display and convincingly capable features should set most people's minds at ease. We highly r

Summary: As recently as two weeks ago, all-in-one PCs were stuck at Apple's 20-inch iMac or Sony's 19-inch VAIO LS1. We like both products, but neither features a screen that's big enough for satisfying video. Apple's new 24-inch iMac Core 2 Duo changes the all-in
76/100
Title: Apple iMac Core 2 Duo (17-inch, 1.83GHz)

Pros: Low price; good looks; new Core 2 Duo processor; fantastic software bundle.

Cons: No SuperDrive; configuration options are almost nonexistent; phone support lasts only 90 days.

Verdict: The 17-inch iMac is missing a few features you might like--SuperDrive and a remote control, to name two--but it still makes a stellar home PC, thanks to its great design, new Core 2 Duo processor, and superior software bundle. Plus, its price makes it a b

Summary: The 17-inch iMac may seem inadequate next to Apple's new 24-inch behemoth, but Apple's smallest all-in-one desktop still has a lot going for it. Priced at $999, it's the first iMac to break the $1,000 barrier. Along with the 24-inch iMac, it receives a pr
74/100
Title: 1.83GHz, 2.16GHz, and 2.33GHz Core 2 Duo iMacs

Pros: Affordable. Rosetta speed has improved over previous generation of Intel-based iMacs. Lackluster video performance. No Apple Remote. 2GB memory ceiling. Rosetta speed still slower than native PowerPC performance.

Cons: Lackluster video performance. No Apple Remote. 2GB memory ceiling. Rosetta speed still slower than native PowerPC performance.

Verdict: . Our favorite new Mac is the 24-inch iMac. For serious hobbyists, or professionals on a budget, the 24-inch iMac is an ideal Mac - and while you'll still take a performance hit when using non-Intel-native applications, the new processors do a lot to impr

Summary: Your Choice: Small and Cheaper, or Big and More Expensive
60/100
Title: iMac powerhouse delivers huge screen, Core 2 Duo processor

Pros: Bright 24-inch display; strong application performance; impressive graphics system; FireWire 800 port for fast peripheral connection.

Cons: 3GB RAM limit; lack of free RAM slot makes for costlier memory upgrades; limited internal expansion options.

Summary: The 24-inch iMac occupies the vast stretch between the standard iMac and the Mac Pro. If you're looking for the ultimate iMac with a taste of the pro-level features the Mac Pro provides, you'll find the 24-inch iMac to be the perfect mid
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Title: Speed boost and lower prices for 17- and 20-inch models

Pros: Nearly identical performance to 24-inch model; larger and brighter display; 1GB of RAM standard.

Cons: 3GB RAM limit; lack of free RAM slot makes for costlier memory upgrades; limited internal expansion options.

Summary: If you want a low-cost iMac to have around the house for everyday use, the 1.83GHz iMac is a nice system for the price. It also makes for an appealing system for many students, who can buy one for the same $899 price as the education iMac.
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Title: Apple 24" iMac

Summary: Expensive, but it's not just any computer.
74/100
Title: Apple iMac (24-inch, 3.06GHz) review

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.

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Title: iMac 20-inch 2.4GHz Review

Verdict: The new iMacs are faster than the previous models, but they cost the same. Unfortunately, the one major thing we didn't like about the first-generation aluminium iMac ? the poor viewing angle on the 20in screen ? hasn't changed for the better. Still, our

Summary: Under the hood, the new iMacs differ significantly from the original aluminium models - mainly in that they are much faster. We take a close look at Apple's new entry level iMac.
80/100
Title: iMac 24-inch 2.8GHz Review

Verdict: The new iMacs are faster than the previous models, but they cost the same. Unfortunately, the one major thing we didn't like about the first-generation aluminium iMac ? the poor viewing angle on the 20in screen ? hasn't changed for the better. Still, our

Summary: Under the hood, the new iMacs differ significantly from the original aluminium models - mainly in that they are much faster. We take a close look at Apple's new entry level iMac.
100/100
Title: Apple 24-inch 2.16GHz iMac Core 2 Duo

Pros: It's the biggest iMac ever!, Brighter display, FireWire 800, Faster Core 2 Duo processor, Much improved graphics cards

Cons: Too big for some?

Verdict: When Apple's iTV box launches next year, and iTunes video content outside the US improves, this huge display will really come into its own as part of the household entertainment centre

Summary: Pinning down the iMac and who it's aimed at will always be a difficult job
90/100
Title: Apple iMac 24in 2.8GHz review

Verdict: Apple shows that the melding of hardware and software makes for a very compelling computer. Sleek and cool-running, the latest Apple iMac is arguably the best one-stop PC you'll find, at home running Windows or its native Mac OS X.

Summary: Apple has updated its iMac line, keeping the metal-framed design from last year but upgrading internals such as processors and hard drives.
90/100
Title: Review: Apple iMac 24in

Verdict: An impressively designed system that is equally suitable for home entertainment and professional use

Summary: Top-of-the-range iMac dazzles with 24-inch screen
80/100
Title: Apple iMac (24-inch, 2.8GHz Extreme Edition) review

Pros: Industry-leading design; big, beautiful display; excellent application performance.

81/100
Title: Apple speeds up iMacs with Core 2 Duo

Summary: Apple Computer's iMac desktops are now equipped with Intel's new Core 2 Duo processors.
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Title: Apple iMac (4th gen)

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

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

Summary: 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
82/100
Title: 20-inch iMac Core 2 Duo/2GHz (4 mice)

Pros: Compact, all-in-one design; big, beautiful screen; new keyboard; built-in wireless capabilities.

Cons: Glossy screen may frustrate some users.

Summary: 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
90/100
Title: Apple iMac (20 Inch Aluminum)

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

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

Summary: Preview of the Apple iMac.
80/100
Title: Apple iMac (20-inch, 2.4GHz) Review - PCs

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.

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

Summary: 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.
82/100
Title: Review: Apple iMac

Summary: Unless you're a gamer or an upgrade enthusiast, we can think of very few reasons not to make an iMac your next desktop.
N/A
Title: Apple iMac (20-inch, 2.4GHz)

Summary: 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.
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Title: Apple iMac 20in (2.4GHz)

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

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.

80/100
Title: Apple iMac (4th gen)

Pros: Stunning design. Packed with power

Cons: Limited upgradability. No TV tuner

Summary: It's skinny, hewn from aluminium and looks like a desktop iPhone. But does the latest iMac offer more than meets the eye?
100/100
Title: Apple iMac (20-inch, 2.4GHz)

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.

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

Summary: 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.
82/100
Title: Apple iMac (24-inch, 2.8GHz)

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

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

Summary: 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
80/100
Title: Apple iMac (20-inch, 2.4GHz, 1GB RAM)

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.

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

82/100
Title: Review: Apple iMac desktop computer

Pros: Great looking computer, Great looking computer, Excellent supplied software, Built-in webcam

Cons: Poor quality keyboard and mouse, Poor quality keyboard and mouse

Verdict: A good all-round home computer, but it's the bundled software that makes this a really impressive buy, especially for newcomers to computing.

Summary: A sleeker, slimmer and more productive iMac
80/100
Title: Review: Apple iMac 24in desktop computer

Pros: Good performance; elegant design; comprehensive set of hardware; bundled software

Cons: No expansion slots; mediocre graphics; tiny keyboard

Verdict: The 24in display may be over-indulgent, but the new iMac certainly maintains Apple's reputation for superb design

Summary: Review: Apple iMac 24in desktop computerThe new iMac is both elegant and powerful
80/100
Title: Apple iMAC Core 2 Extreme 2.8 GHz - 24" TFT

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

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

81/100
Title: Apple iMac (24-inch, 2.8GHz) Review - PCs

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

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

Summary: 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.
81/100
Title: iMac 2.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo 24" Desktop

Pros: Sleek, all-in-one design, Improved screen quality

Cons: All-in-one design limits expansion

Verdict: As appealing as the new iMac is, with the Leopard operating system coming soon (at around the time you read this), I'd recommend holding off. If you do, you'll get the new OS preinstalled

Summary: Supersleek all-in-one system offers great image quality.
76/100
Title: Apple iMac

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

Summary: A stunning design backed up by great performance and good value for money.
83/100
Title: Apple iMac 2.4GHz Core 2 Duo

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

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

Summary: 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
80/100
Title: Apple iMac (20-inch, 2.4GHz, 1GB RAM)

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.

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

Summary: 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-
82/100
Title: Apple iMac (24-inch, 2.8GHz)

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.

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

Summary: 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
81/100
Title: Apple iMac-Santa Rosa

Pros: Industry-leading design; big, beautiful display; excellent application performance.

Summary: 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
80/100
Title: Apple iMac (24-inch, 2.8GHz)

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.

Summary: 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
81/100
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