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Apple iMac Core 2 Duo 3.06 GHz
- Intel Core 2 Duo
- 4 GB RAM
- 1 TB hard drive
- Apple MacOS X 10.5
Starting at $1499 to $1549
The all-new, all-in-one iMac packs a complete, high-performance computer into a beautifully thin design. It includes built-in wireless, Mac OS X, and the iLife '08. So within minutes of opening the box, you'll be doing everything from sharing photos to creating movies and building websites.
Review summary of Apple iMac Core 2 Duo (2007)
10/20/2009
Verdict: Experts rate this product 80/100 and users 90/100. Comparing these reviews to 64461 other Desktops reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 98/100 = Excellent.
alaTest has collected and analyzed 1649 reviews of Apple iMac Core 2 Duo (2007) from international magazines and websites.
Apple iMac 24in. (2009)
03/28/2009
Verdict: Every Mac comes with Apple's amazing iLife '09 suite of applications for managing photos, making movies and creating and learning to play music. iLife is so good that it is one of the biggest reasons consumers choose to get a Mac - besides the lure of ...
Apple has updated its iMac and Mac mini desktop lines, including faster processors and twice the memory. Cosmetically, very little has changed with the new iMac (except for a row of ports on the back), but the line now comes with faster Intel Core 2 ...
Apple iMac Intel Core 2 Duo 24" Desktop (2.8GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, 2GB DDR2, 320GB, DVD±RW DL, Macintosh OS X 10.5 Leopard, 24" LCD): #2 Best Mac Desktop
10/08/2008
An all-in-one computer the size of a 24-inch monitor. Its massive screen is great for productivity. It's packed with great components: 2.8 Ghz Intel Core 2 Duo processor, 2GB of ram, 320GB hard drive, and a ATI Radeon 2600 PRO graphics processor for ...
20- and 24-Inch Aluminum iMacs (2008 Edition): Apple speeds up its all-in-one Mac
05/07/2008
Pros: Compact, all-in-one design ; built-in wireless capabilities ; big, beautiful screen ; good video frame-rate performance
Cons: Glossy screen may frustrate some users
Verdict: On the outside, nothing has changed, and the iMac is still available in 20- or 24-inch aluminum-encased models. The major changes involve the Intel Core 2 Duo (Penryn) processor now at the heart of the iMac. Penryn speeds start at 2.4GHz (the speed of ...
Apple's new crop of iMacs get a speed bump.
Apple 20-Inch 2.4 GHz iMac
10/04/2007
Pros: Compact, stylish, slim design. Worthy performance. Innovative keyboard expands F-key behavior.
Cons: Viewing angle is a bit narrow. Glossy screen produces distracting reflections. No matte screen option.
Verdict: . From its new aluminum case to its speedy performance, there's a lot to like about the new iMac. If you were hoping that the iMac's new design would resemble an Apple Cinema Display, however, don't hold your breath. We're probably a few years away ...
Have your credit card ready - this all-metal marvel is ready to shine for the holidays.
iMac 2.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo 24" Desktop
09/21/2007
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
Supersleek all-in-one system offers great image quality.
Apple iMac (24-inch, 2.4Ghz)
09/19/2007
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...
Apple iMac (24-inch, 2.8GHz)
09/19/2007
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 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 ...
Apple iMac (24-inch, 2.8GHz Extreme Edition) review
09/19/2007
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
Apple's 2.4GHz 24-inch iMac (aluminum): Apple 2.4GHz 24-inch iMac (aluminum)
08/13/2007
Pros: Slick new design ; Screen is gorgeous in specific circumstances ; Very fast, especially for converts from PowerPC Macs ; Keyboard is a tangible improvement over the old model ; One RAM slot is finally free for an upgrade ; Less expensive than the old ...
Cons: Glossy screen can be distracting ; no option for matte ; Only 1GB of memory standard ; Radeon HD 2600 Pro is underpowered versus its NVIDIA alternative ; No Apple Remote magnet or sleep light. return to previous page
Verdict: s and Reservations Having to choose computers from only one vendor means that many buyers won't have much choice: for now, the iMac is still Apple's lone choice for a mid-range desktop. That said, most home customers will find a lot to like in what ...
Apple iMac (Intel Core 2 Duo)
09/20/2006
Pros: Larger, brighter screen. Faster, more powerful Core 2 Duo processor. More capable graphics. Large 500GB hard drive
Cons: Takes up a bit more desk space than the 20-incher. A bit pricey compared with systems that come without a monitor. No media card slots. No TV tuner
Verdict: Apple's iMac grows up, and he's a big 'un. The 24-inch iMac is a great system for professionals and media junkies alike.
If you've been waiting to upgrade a G4- or G5-powered iMac, or even if you're looking to replace a G4 or single-processor G5 Power Mac, the new 24-inch Apple iMac ($2,749 direct) should be at the top of your list. Powered by Intel's zippy Core 2 Duo ...
Summary
- Processor
- 1 x Intel Core 2 Duo 3.06 GHz ( Dual-Core )
- Ram
- 4 GB (installed) / 8 GB (max) - DDR3 SDRAM - 1066 MHz - PC3-8500
- Hard Drive
- 1 x 1 TB - standard - Serial ATA-300
- CD/DVD
- DVD±RW (±R DL)
- Graphics
- PCI Express x16 - NVIDIA GeForce GT 130
- Weight
- 25.4 lbs
- Manufacturers Warranty
- 1 year warranty
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General
- Type
- Personal computer
- Product Form Factor
- All-in-one
- Built-in Devices
- Stereo speakers, camera, antenna, infrared receiver
- Width
- 22.4 in
- Depth
- 8.1 in
- Height
- 20.5 in
- Weight
- 25.4 lbs
Processor
- Type
- Intel Core 2 Duo 3.06 GHz
- Multi-Core Technology
- Dual-Core
- 64-bit Computing
- Yes
- Installed Qty
- 1
- Max Supported Qty
- 1
Cache Memory
- Type
- L2 cache
- Installed Size
- 6 MB
- Cache Per Processor
- 6 MB
Ram
- Installed Size
- 4 GB / 8 GB (max)
- Technology
- DDR3 SDRAM
- Memory Speed
- 1066 MHz
- Memory Specification Compliance
- PC3-8500
- Form Factor
- SO DIMM 204-pin
- Configuration Features
- 2 x 2 GB
Storage Controller
- Type
- 1 x Serial ATA - integrated
- Controller Interface Type
- Serial ATA-300
Storage
- Hard Drive
- 1 x 1 TB - standard - Serial ATA-300 - 7200 rpm
Optical Storage
- Type
- DVD±RW (±R DL)
- Read Speed
- 24x (CD) / 8x (DVD)
- Write Speed
- 24x (CD) / 8x (DVD±R) / 4x (DVD±R DL)
- Rewrite Speed
- 16x (CD) / 6x (DVD-RW) / 8x (DVD+RW)
Networking
- Networking
- Network adapter - integrated
- Wireless LAN Supported
- Yes
- Data Link Protocol
- Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n (draft), Bluetooth 2.1 EDR
- Compliant Standards
- IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n (draft), Bluetooth 2.1
Expansion Connectivity
- Expansion Slots Total (Free)
- 2 ( 0 ) x memory - SO DIMM 204-pin
- Interfaces
- 1 x display / video - Apple mini-DisplayPort ¦ 1 x IEEE 1394b (FireWire 800) - 9 pin FireWire 800 ¦ 4 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A ¦ 1 x audio - SPDIF output/headphones - mini-phone 3.5 mm / TOSLINK ¦ 1 x audio - SPDIF input/line-in - mini-phone 3.5 mm / TOSLINK ¦ 1 x network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T - RJ-45 ¦ 1 x remote control - infrared
Power
- Device Type
- Power supply
- Voltage Required
- AC 120/230 V ( 50/60 Hz )
- Power Provided
- 280 Watt
Operating System/Software
- OS Provided
- Apple MacOS X 10.5
- Software
- Apple QuickTime, Apple iTunes, Apple Mac OS X Mail, Apple iChat, Apple iCal, Apple DVD Player, Apple Address Book, Apple Safari, Apple iLife '09, Apple Dashboard, Apple Spotlight, Apple XCode Developer Tools, Front Row, Photo Booth, Apple Spaces, Apple Quick Look, Apple Time Machine
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support
- 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details
- Limited warranty - 1 year ¦ Technical support - phone consulting - 90 days
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature
- 50 °F
- Max Operating Temperature
- 95 °F
- Humidity Range Operating
- 5 - 95%
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| B&H Photo-Video | $1549.95 |
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