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Manufacturer: Apple Part number: MA456LL/A
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- 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 recommend this new iMac as a PC that doubles as a secondary home-entertainment system.
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CNET editors' review
Apple iMac Core 2 Duo (24-inch, 2.16GHz) price range: $2,417.91
- Reviewed by: Rich Brown
- Edited by: Matthew Elliott
- Reviewed on: 09/11/2006
- Released on: 09/06/2006
The good: 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.
The bad: 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.
The bottom line: 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 recommend this new iMac as a PC that doubles as a secondary home-entertainment system.
User reviews
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Wait one damn minute..
by ispsec on September 12, 2006
Pros: 24" Screen and the Core 2 Duo
Cons: Really have not found one..
Summary: You know I find some to be short sighted. C|Net stated that it will not be upgradeable. Where do they get these reviewers?
Okay I will give him the ...Summary: You know I find some to be short sighted. C|Net stated that it will not be upgradeable. Where do they get these reviewers?
Okay I will give him the benefit that he may have misspoke. The Blu-Ray and the HD/DVD will be able to be used with the iMac through the external case via FireWire or USB 2.0
I wanted to give the rating of 9.5 due to the mighty mouse not being able to shoot the sniper rifle in FarCry. But I rounded up.. The machine deserves a 10. I just bought a inexpensive mouse for FarCry and now I can snipe away.
C|Net needs to spend the time to find the answers instead of pulling them out of there.. You know what I mean.
Windows XP runs perfect in Boot Camp and Parallels. You can even run Windows apps in OS X without Windows. Now that is funny. All you do is click on the application like Word and CodeWeavers "Cross Over Mac" takes care of the rest. No need to really install Windows.
The real thing I would point out is after using OS X for a few days I really find no reason to ever use Windows again. OS X runs perfect and is much more enjoyable then Windows ever was in the past. I can do more productive things in OS X then Windows and also most replacement software like OpenOffice.org is free. No more paying hundreds of dollars on Microsoft Office.
I think the game is over. Two machines in one. Microsoft just has no innovation going for them in the last 5 years.
I used to own a Dell laptop until Apple introduced the Intel Based Macs.
Good-Bye Windows. You are only good for the occasional game, and that is becoming few and far between due to the iLife suite that comes free with the Mac. I find myself enjoying producing pictures and videos more then games.45 out of 50 users found this user opinion helpful.
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New Mac user from PC - Terrific hardware, design and great OS...But I have a few issues
by biglou42 on September 26, 2006
Pros: Sleek design, monitor quality and size, easy of use, e.g. dvd burner, etc...
Cons: Some Apple based software, safari, address, mail - all light and junk
Summary: My goal is to share my personal experience/opinions on converting from a PC (Win) to a MAC.
I would consider myself a medium user of a computer. Focused on, ...Summary: My goal is to share my personal experience/opinions on converting from a PC (Win) to a MAC.
I would consider myself a medium user of a computer. Focused on, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, email/ contact mgmt, internet, 1,000's of digital photos, home movies and building a personal website.
First off, the Mac construction and hardware is top notch. My wife couldn't believe how many cords our old PC has versus the new MAC. One minor grip on this note, I opted for the wireless keyboard / mouse option and as such there is not easy access to USB ports for ipods etc (Apple put one underneath the monitor).
The OS system took about three days to get use too. I would say the pros out weigh the cons to a Windows. Example - I like being able to drag a software application to the trash can and not worry about residual files not being deleted like on a MAC. The finder function is incredible fast. Renaming files, pictures, etc... is a bit cumbersome.
I had no trouble hooking up to my wireless network and working with my other PC / Xbox.
The only real compliant I have about the conversion is around the contact mgmt software. Apple's email and address software are for very light users. I consider it Junk really. For the time being I am using MS Entourage for email (might convert to thunderbird). Getting Outlook files to a Mac took some research; I found a $10 program to convert the files (called little machines O2M). getting files to attach via the email function is not a right click like in Windows. In my mind the contact mgmt software is the only real let down I have with the Mac.
Iphoto is great for organizing your photos, took a while to get use to the filing system.
Ichat is good
Safari junk, replace it with Firefox and you will be set
Widgets are great!
Have not use iweb yet.
Hope this helps.15 out of 15 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Absolutely Awesome
by MW1670 on September 19, 2006
Pros: Screen so bright, I feel like I need to wear shades.
Cons: I'm still looking and haven't found any yet.
Summary: This is an upgrade for me from an iMac G4 17". I really haven't been all that thrilled with the current form factor for iMacs because of the "chin". ...
Summary: This is an upgrade for me from an iMac G4 17". I really haven't been all that thrilled with the current form factor for iMacs because of the "chin". On the 24", its balanced out and I've found the chin a nice place to stick post-it notes.
This 24" iMac is just terrific. The "transfer" process of moving everything from my old system to the new one via Firewire worked flawlessly, and I was up and running in about 45 minutes. I didn't ever feel like I was in the "dark ages" with the old system until using this new one for just one day. What a difference - its fast, incredibly bright, and things I thought "frivolous" like the remote and iSight are really quite cool. The standard 1gig of memory seems more than adequate for the applications I use most (Quark, Freehand, Photoshop, Word, Excel) and I may not have to upgrade the memory afterall - I'll have to see - but so for, so good. This system really has a lot of value for the money.8 out of 8 users found this user opinion helpful.
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only computer anyone will ever need
by matt_marz on September 19, 2006
Pros: core 2 duo, nvidia 7600 gt option, front row media centre, ability to run windows
Cons: all-in-ones are not very upgradable
Summary: This is the best computer ive ever used, i can run anything i want with bootcamp, but i mostly use tiger, windows is only good for occasional games (7600 GT ...
Summary: This is the best computer ive ever used, i can run anything i want with bootcamp, but i mostly use tiger, windows is only good for occasional games (7600 GT is great). In my opinion cnet is biast toward gaming computers with overpriced graphics like Nvidia 7950, who needs that, its unpractical, unless ur some geek who can't stop playing games and you absoultly need to constantly play games at the highest resolution, the average, midrange card is fine. i highly recommend this to anyone who has a large media library. My media library is over 60GB and in OSX i can run all kinds of appliacations at once with little or no slowdown. Also front row is great. i you want a tv tuner u can get one from elagto(usb tuner) with eyeTV software. In my opinion the is the only computer anyone would ever need. If ur on a buget check out 17" imac or mac mini.
7 out of 8 users found this user opinion helpful.
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You're concerned about optical drive upgradablility in an all-in-one?!
by octane on September 15, 2006
Pros: All-in-one, simple, elegant design, fast, HUGE screen, easy to use.
Cons: Where's the 30" iMac? :-P
Summary: The reviewer specifically said "Apple hasn't really annouced an association yet [for Blu-ray or HD-DVD] but when or if they do you'll be out of luck". Funny considering ...
Summary: The reviewer specifically said "Apple hasn't really annouced an association yet [for Blu-ray or HD-DVD] but when or if they do you'll be out of luck". Funny considering it's not just uninformed, but completly false, honestly where do these guys come from? If you take a 30-second journey over to blu-raydisc dot com click 'about' then 'supporting companies', Apple is listed on the BOARD OF DIRECTORS, are there two "Apple" companies in the computer or electronics industry??? So fix the review, Apple is in the Blu-ray camp. Second, ever heard of external CD/DVD/Anything drives?? Is there some conspiracy that will prohibit anyone from selling an external Blu-ray or HD-DVD drive? Did this reviewer do ANY home work before he reviewed this product?!
7 out of 8 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Wow, Seriously.
by jb16ostos on September 14, 2006
Pros: 24" amazingness. Space saving, and clutter free dispite amazing screen.
Cons: It's not as cool as the next generation iMac will be :)
Summary: I cannot believe that CNET cut this system down based on the fact that it "isn't upgradeable" to HD-DVD or Bluray. Two seconds later they mention that it has ...
Summary: I cannot believe that CNET cut this system down based on the fact that it "isn't upgradeable" to HD-DVD or Bluray. Two seconds later they mention that it has a firewire 800 unit (practically as fast as IDE)...
I would not be surprised at all if an external drive for fire800 became available. NOT THAT YOU WOULD EVEN WANT SUCH A THING. This is a nice computer... why, oh why, would you stress out about the HD-Gimmick.
This unit clearly merits the highest score ever granted to a consumer grade computer. It is unacceptable to not give it highmarks.
I'm just trying to keep it objective: Is it useful (check), is it convenient (check), is it fast (check!), is it desirable (check), is it absolutely amazing and unlike anything previously available (absolutely!).
Don't kid yourselves, the new iMacs range from the best deal available (the 17" at $900) to the best available prosumer computer (the 24").
Peace out!
Just to think that this is much faster than most G5 towers... amazing.4 out of 6 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Perfect. Apple did it again
by gergo_s on September 16, 2006
Pros: Perfect all in one
Cons: the 20inch and the 24inch has the same hardware
Summary: I had my low end eMAc for 3 years now, and i had no problem with it. I NEVER UPGRADED IT!!!
so i think that this iMac will last many ...Summary: I had my low end eMAc for 3 years now, and i had no problem with it. I NEVER UPGRADED IT!!!
so i think that this iMac will last many years, and if you feel like upgrading you can always buy an external Blu Ray drive.3 out of 4 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Awesome simply awesome
by harpreetschawla on October 15, 2006
Pros: its damn slim and neat
Cons: cant take smaller cd but no complains
Summary: i am not a professional just wanted a computer for home and small office works. But i big time Gadget freak , i had been following mac devlopments for a while ...
Summary: i am not a professional just wanted a computer for home and small office works. But i big time Gadget freak , i had been following mac devlopments for a while now.
And this machine is so so awesome , using such a fast computer is a true pleasure , no flaw , affcourse i see viewers review if there was a space for taking additional memory cards. but Every application on ilife is awesome. I got I works bye bye Ms Office , max i intend to download neo office from neooffice.com and i am done. why waste money when best things in life are free.
i live in a country where its almost 1000 usd more then US but my love for this computer is never ending .
Just a little scared they gonna come up with Quad. core soon and mine dual core will be discontinued but i am sure apple computers can last really long. i have old G3 laptop it still works perfect for simple daily jobs plus browsing.
what more do we want. PC making companies just want users to buy computer and stop using it in few years and buy again new.
its a shame PC users dont know what mac can offer them but i guess in due course Apple will gain major market share.2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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No LED backlighting!
by OscarWeb on September 18, 2007
Pros: Spec bumps, USB power while in sleep mode
Cons: No LED backlighting
Summary: I still cannot believe that Apple, after all of their hooplah regarding how environmentally-friendly they are, decided to release this otherwise elegant machine with CFL backlighting as opposed to the ...
Summary: I still cannot believe that Apple, after all of their hooplah regarding how environmentally-friendly they are, decided to release this otherwise elegant machine with CFL backlighting as opposed to the LED backlighting which they claimed to be moving to. Thanks for the continued lead content, Apple.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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One perfect machine
by imac24--2008 on May 12, 2007
Pros: 24 inch Screen, iLife, Expose, Built-in Camera, JUST WORKS
Cons: None that I could find
Summary: The 24 inch iMac is by far the best computer I have ever owned. Before purchasing the 24 inch iMac last year I had previously owned 3 windows pcs. At ...
Summary: The 24 inch iMac is by far the best computer I have ever owned. Before purchasing the 24 inch iMac last year I had previously owned 3 windows pcs. At first I was a little nervous about going to mac's because I didn't know alot about them. So I walked into the Apple Store in Atlanta, GA and once I saw this beauty and played around with it I was sold. The apple guys showed me some basics of the operating system and once I brought it home, I took it out the box and it was up and running within 5 minutes. I have never had fun with a computer until I used a mac. If your thinking about getting a mac vs. a pc, please, don't think another moment about it. once you go mac you won't go back
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Apple
- Part number: MA456LL/A
- Description: Setting new standards for elegance and simplicity, the all-in-one iMac packs all its components - from processor to video camera - into an astoundingly thin, anodized aluminum frame. The advanced processors that power every iMac are faster than ever - delivering greater performance for everything from enhancing photos to playing games and more. Your photos, movies, and games will come to life in rich, vivid color thanks to the glossy widescreen display on every iMac. With new versions of iPhoto, iMovie, iDVD, iWeb, and GarageBand included, you can create a photo book, make a movie, build a blog, compose a song, and much more. Have a video chat with friends or family, record a video at your desk, or take fun pictures with Photo Booth - everything you need is built right in. The fastest iMac ever, it provides professional performance along with the convenience of an all-in-one design. It features the Intel Core 2 Duo processor. This processor delivers up to 50% more performance. The result? Turbocharged performance, making it easier - and more fun - than ever to work with digital photos, movies, music, and the web.
General
- Desktop type All-in-one desktop system
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Type Personal computer
- Product Form Factor All-in-one
- Built-in Devices Antenna,
Stereo speakers Processor / Chipset
- Type Intel Core 2 Duo 2.16 GHz
- Number of Cores Dual-Core
- CPU Qty 1
- Max CPU Qty 1
- Processor Main Features Intel Extended Memory 64 Technology,
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology,
Intel Virtualization Technology,
Intel Execute Disable Bit - Front Side Bus 667 MHz
Cache Memory
- Installed Size L2 cache - 4 MB
- Cache Per Processor 4 MB
RAM
- Installed Size 1 GB,
3 GB (max) - Technology DDR2 SDRAM
- Memory Speed 667 MHz
- Memory Specification Compliance PC2-5300
- Form Factor SO DIMM 200-pin
- Configuration Features 2 x 512 MB
Environmental Parameters
- Environmental standards EPA Energy Star
- Min Operating Temperature 50 °F
- Max Operating Temperature 95 °F
- Humidity Range Operating 5 - 95%
Hard Drive
- Type HDD
- Capacity 1 x 250 GB
- Interface Type Serial ATA-150 Serial ATA
- Spindle Speed 7200 rpm
Storage Controller
- Type 1 x Serial ATA - Integrated
- Controller Interface Type Serial ATA-300
Hard Drive (3rd)
- Type None
Optical Storage
- Type DVD±RW (+R DL)
- Read Speed 24x (CD) / 8x (DVD)
- Write Speed 24x (CD) / 8x (DVD±R) / 2.4x (DVD+R DL)
- Rewrite Speed 16x (CD) / 4x (DVD±RW)
Floppy Drive
- Type None
Optical Storage (2nd)
- Type None
Storage Removable
- Type None
Monitor
- Monitor Type LCD
- Diagonal Size 24 in
- Viewable Size 24 in
- Max Resolution 1920 x 1200 ( WUXGA )
- Widescreen Display Yes
- Image Brightness 400 cd/m2
- Image Contrast Ratio 700:1
Graphics Controller
- Type Integrated
- Interface Type PCI Express x16
- Graphics Processor / Vendor NVIDIA GeForce 7300 GT
- Video Memory 128 MB GDDR3 SDRAM
- Video Interfaces DVI
- Max Monitors Supported 2
Camera
- Form Factor Integrated
Input Device
- Type Mouse,
Keyboard Audio Output
- Type Integrated
- Sound Output Mode Stereo
- Speaker(s) 2 x Right / left channel
Keyboard
- Interface USB
- Features Built-in two USB 1.1 ports
Audio Input
- Type Microphone
Telecom
- Modem None
Mouse
- Technology Optical
- Interface USB
Networking
- Type Integrated
- Wireless LAN Supported Yes
- Data Link Protocol Bluetooth 2.0 EDR,
Fast Ethernet,
Ethernet,
Gigabit Ethernet,
IEEE 802.11b,
IEEE 802.11g - Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11g,
Bluetooth 2.0,
IEEE 802.11b Printer
- Type None
Miscellaneous
- Included Accessories Remote control
- Cables Included Power cable ( 1 pcs.)
- Features Remote control,
Wireless LAN Expansion / Connectivity
- Slots Memory,
2 (total) / 0 (free) x SO DIMM 200-pin - Interfaces 1 x Mini-DVI,
1 x FireWire,
3 x USB 2.0,
1 x Audio line-in,
1 x Audio - SPDIF output/headphones,
1 x FireWire 800 Power
- Device Type Power supply
- Power AC 120/230 V ( 50/60 Hz )
- Power Provided 220 Watt
- Power Consumption Operational 220 Watt
Operating System / Software
- OS Provided Apple MacOS X 10.4
- Software Apple iCal,
Apple QuickTime,
Apple Hardware Test,
Apple Dashboard,
iWork (30 days trial),
Freeverse Big Bang Board Games,
Plasq Comic Life,
Apple Spotlight,
Apple iLife '06,
Apple XCode Developer Tools,
Drivers & Utilities,
Apple iChat AV,
Apple Address Book,
Apple Safari,
Apple DVD Player,
OmniOutliner,
Photo Booth,
Front Row,
Apple Mac OS X Mail,
Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac Test Drive Dimensions & Weight
- Width 22.6 in
- Depth 8.1 in
- Height 20.6 in
- Weight 24.7 lbs
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year,
Technical support - Phone consulting - 90 days Sustainability
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Yes
- Greenpeace policy rating (Nov 2011) 4.6
- Greenpeace policy rating (Nov 2012) 4.5
Product series
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Apple iMac Core 2 Duo (17-inch, 1.83GHz)
Manufacturer: Apple
Specs: Intel Core 2 Duo 1.83 GHz,
512 MB / 2 GB (max),
Apple MacOS X 10.4,
CD-RW / DVD-ROM combo,
Intel GMA 950 Dynamic Video Memory Technology 3.0,
Integrated,
LCD display,
L2 cache,
2 MB,
EPA Energy Star -
Apple iMac Core 2 Duo (24-inch, 2.16GHz)
Manufacturer: Apple
Specs: Intel Core 2 Duo 2.16 GHz,
1 GB,
/ 3 GB (max),
Apple MacOS X 10.4,
DVD±RW (+R DL),
NVIDIA GeForce 7300 GT,
PCI Express x16 - Integrated,
TFT active matrix,
LCD display,
L2 cache,
4 MB,
EPA Energy Star -
Apple iMac Core 2 Duo (20-inch, 2.16GHz)
Manufacturer: Apple
Specs: Intel Core 2 Duo 2.16 GHz,
1 GB,
/ 3 GB (max),
Apple MacOS X 10.4,
DVD±RW (+R DL),
ATI Radeon X1600,
PCI Express x16 - Integrated,
TFT active matrix,
LCD display,
L2 cache,
4 MB,
EPA Energy Star
Accessories
- Klear Screen iKlear Apple Polish Kit - cleaning kit (34705268)17.29 - 20.85
- Apple AirPort Express Base Station (30910240)
- Rain Design iGo Standing Model - system desk stand (31964891)477.50 - 499.00
- Mushkin PerfectMatch - memory - 1 GB - SO DIMM 200-pin - DDR2 (32327591)14.35
- Apple VESA Mount Adapter Kit for iMac and LED Cinema or Apple Thunderbolt Display - mounting component (34853952)34.99 - 44.93
- Logitech diNovo Mini Keyboard (32784878)115.68 - 168.67
- Intermec keyboard (35058896)478.19 - 517.50
- Kensington Notebook Keypad/Calculator with USB Hub - keypad (34991754)24.00
- Manhattan Numeric - keypad (34564735)10.32
- Unotron SpillSeal Meditech Magic Washable Antimicrobial Keyboard S6000KMT - keyboard (34666150)45.99
- Microsoft Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000 (31485240)33.99 - 63.32
- Logitech Illuminated Keyboard (33264750)60.89 - 117.89
- Razer Lycosa (32640959)69.99 - 94.66
- Logitech Cordless Desktop MX 5500 Revolution - keyboard and mouse set (32822577)124.99 - 224.79
- Logitech Cordless Desktop Wave Pro (33300017)229.99
Manufacturer info
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- Manufacturer:Apple
- Address:
One Infinite Loop, Cupertino, CA 95014 - Phone: 1-408-996-1010
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