Apple iMac Intel-based Desktop
As you've probably read by now, see my previous post I am hyped up as usual by Steve Job's latest keynote announcements. Aside from the new dual core MacBook Pro Apple also released a new and improved Apple iMac.
The new iMac is Apple's very first intel bases system. It promised to be 2x faster than its predecessor. It runs the Intel Core Duo processor and comes in an 17-inch 1.83GHz (MA199LL) and a 2GHz 20-inch model (MA200LL). They also get better graphics chips based on ATI Radeon X1600 graphics processor using PCI express.
Mostly everything aside from the intel chip are the same since the last Apple iMac update was just a couple of months ago. You'll still get FrontRow, PhotoBoth, and a Built-in iSight. Standard features also include 8x SuperDrive, WiFi, Bluetooth, and Gigabit Ethernet.
Order online now and get your new iMac within 1-3 working days. It's $1,299 for the 17-inch model(MA199LL) and $1,699 for the 20-inch model (MA200LL).
| 17-inch iMac (MA199LL) | 20-inch iMac (MA200LL) | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | 1.83GHz Intel Core Duo | 2.0GHz Intel Core Duo |
| L2 Cache | 2MB Shared | |
| System bus | 667MHz | |
| Memory | 512MB of 667MHz DDR2 SDRAM (PC2-5300), supports up to 2GB | |
| Hard drive | 160GB Serial ATA1; 7200 rpm | 250GB Serial ATA1; 7200 rpm |
| Optical drive | Slot-loading 8x SuperDrive with 2.4x Dual Layer burn (DVD+R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW) | |
| Display | 17-inch (viewable) widescreen TFT active-matrix LCD, 1440 x 900 pixels, millions of colors | 20-inch (viewable) widescreen TFT active-matrix LCD, 1680 x 1050 pixels, millions of colors |
| Video camera | Built-in iSight | |
| Graphics | ATI Radeon X1600 with 128MB GDDR3 memory | ATI Radeon X1600 with 128MB GDDR3 memory, with upgrade option to 256MB GDDR3 SDRAM |
| Ports | Two FireWire 400 ports; three USB 2.0 ports, two USB 1.1 ports (on keyboard); mini-DVI port; DVI output2; VGA output2; S-video and composite video output2 | |
| Audio | Built-in stereo speakers, built-in microphone, headphone/optical digital audio output, audio line in | |
| Networking | Built-in 10/100/1000BASE-T (Gigabit) | |
| Wireless | Built-in 54 Mbps AirPort Extreme Wi-Fi (802.11g)3; built-in Bluetooth 2.0+EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) module. | |
| Hardware accessories | Apple Remote, Apple Keyboard, Mighty Mouse | |
| Limited warranty and service | Your iMac comes with 90 days of free telephone support and a one-year limited warranty. Purchase the AppleCare Protection Plan to extend your service and support to three full years. Only the AppleCare Protection Plan provides you with direct telephone support from Apple technical experts and the assurance that repairs will be handled by Apple-certified technicians using genuine Apple parts. For more information, visit Apple support or call 800-823-2775. | |
Stumble It! | Posted by Paul on January 10, 2006 3:03 PM
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