Apple iMac 24 Intel® Core™2 Duo 4 GB DDR3-SDRAM 1 TB NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 130 Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard Desktop PC

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2014-06-13 04:36:30

Average rating:80

Uk has collected 48 expert reviews for Apple iMac 24 Intel® Core™2 Duo 4 GB DDR3-SDRAM 1 TB NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 130 Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard Desktop PC and the average expert rating is 80 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.

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businesscomputingworld.co.uk

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2014-06-13 04:35:50

Average rating:0

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...

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alphr.com

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2014-06-13 04:35:54

Average rating:67

Apple is all about the experience, and the iMac's sumptuous 24in screen is a real dazzler. Its contrast, vibrancy and brightness is unmatched this month, with only the Sony coming close. The sound from its integrated speakers is clear and punchy too, e...

A gorgeous screen, and plenty of power, but the rest is as basic as a nettop...

techadvisor.co.uk

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2014-06-13 04:35:57

Average rating:80

Product Code: mb420b/a When Apple updated its consumer Mac line in March, notably by revving up the evergreen Apple Mac mini, it also took the upgrade spanner to the iMac range. Top of that range of consumer all-in-ones stands the flagship model Appl...

If you have the budget there is now a version of Apple’s all-in-one that can take on the games-tuned PCs we see in our monthly Top 5 charts. Pay the premium for this Apple iMac 3.06GHz if you need quiet operation, unparalleled build quality and eleg...

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computeractive.co.uk

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2014-06-13 04:35:59

Average rating:80

The new iMac does not, as many had hoped, use Intel’s new Core i7 processor. The entire range, which consists of four models priced from £949 to £1,799, is still based on the older Core 2 Duo.Apple normally uses the very latest processors, as with the...

Updated processor and graphics cards provide strong performance; wide range of hardware features...
Expensive; silly keyboard design...
A stylish and powerful all-in-one system but without Core i7, Apple’s flagship desktop computers are lagging behind PCs...

techradar.com

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2014-06-13 04:35:59

Average rating:80

The iMac is back with a useful, if incremental, update. This latest release comes in four configurations. The entry-level unit boasts a 2.66GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor, a 20-inch screen, 2GB of RAM, a 320GB hard drive and an Nvidia GeForce 9400M gra...

Looks beautiful, Outperforms all previous iMacs, Blisteringly fast, Excellent screen...
No vertical adjust for screen, Keyboard has no number pad...

digitalversus.com

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2014-06-13 04:36:01

Average rating:80

As with previous models, all of the components in the new iMac are housed in a single unit, the screen. Apples famous eye for design means that everything fits together perfectly, without the need for anything else besides a simple keyboard and mouse...

Good colour fidelity from the scren, Quiet, Overall good performance, Optical audio in and out, Good looks...
No Bluray support, No HDMI or memory card reader, Glossy screen, Default keyboard and mouse, Nvidia 9400M struggles with gaming...

stuff.tv

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2014-06-13 04:36:01

Average rating:100

Apple still eschews some of the things its Windows-based rivals take for granted, like players and built-in TV cards, but the new generation of iMacs consolidates the line-ups reputation as the best around.Impressive specThe improvements over last y...

Fastest CPUs in an all-in-one. Stunning design. Great value...
No Blu-ray or quad-core options...
Still the pick of the all-in-ones – an awesome machine at a brilliant price...

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trustedreviews.com

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2014-06-13 04:36:07

Average rating:90

It's well over a year since we looked at the Apple iMac last. Back then it was the first outing of the current aluminium design and it received a glowing endorsement, bagging itself an Editor's Choice Award. It's a testament to the quality of that machine...

Unlike the Mac mini, whose virtues are more contentious depending on your view, the iMac - particularly in its 24in guise - is an easier sell. It helps that most alternative 24in all-in-one's are more expensive, largely due to a greater emphasis on multim...

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Zdnet.com.au

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2014-06-13 04:36:09

Average rating:78

You may find Apples new AU$2,499 iMac attractive, if only because its one of the most affordable 24-inch all-in-one PCs on the market. Otherwise, Apples latest update to the iMac line mostly serves to keep it competitive with its Windows-based compe...

One of, if not the, most affordable 24inch allinone PCs, Twice as much harddrive space as older models, Fast Nvidia graphics chip makes the iMac a capable gaming system, Bestinclass multitasking performance, iLife digital media suite comes standard...
Fewer interesting hardware features compared with recent Windowsbased allinones...
Apple made a number of changes to the 24-inch iMac, but making it available at this price is the most impressive. The rest of the updates are welcome, and Apples multitasking capability remains unmatched. Provided you like your all-in-ones best as st...

T3.com

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2014-06-13 04:36:10

Average rating:80

T3 tests the new iMac, announced just two weeks previously Just over ten years ago, the iMac revived the fortunes of an ailing Apple. Boasting a G3 PowerPC processor, a CRT monitor and a form factor which combined the computer and the screen into the...

Looks beautiful as usual, Outperforms all previous iMacs, Blisteringly fast, Excellent screen...
Cant raise or lower screen, Standard keyboard has no numeric pad...
Another winner in the iMac line. Not a massive revision, but a strong incremental upgrade...

macworld.co.uk

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2014-06-13 04:36:10

Average rating:80

Apple seems to be happy with releasing iMac updates once per calendar year. The new iMacs replace models that were released 10 months ago, which is an eternity in technology. And before that, there was an 8-month gap between iMac updates. Fortunately...

Compact, all-in-one design; big, beautiful screen; good video frame-rate performance.
Glossy screen may frustrate some users; FireWire 400 peripherals require an adapter. Min specs: 2.93GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, 4GB memory, 640GB hard drive, 8x double-layer SuperDrive, NVIDIA GeForce GT 120 with 256MB memory.

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macworld.co.uk

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2014-06-13 04:36:10

Average rating:80

Apple seems to be happy with releasing iMac updates once per calendar year. The new iMacs replace models that were released 10 months ago, which is an eternity in technology. And before that, there was an 8-month gap between iMac updates. Fortunately...

Compact, all-in-one design; big, beautiful screen; good video frame-rate performance.
Glossy screen may frustrate some users; FireWire 400 peripherals require an adapter. Min specs: 3.06GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, 4GB memory, 1TB hard drive, 8x double-layer SuperDrive, NVIDIA GeForce GT 130 with 512MB memory.

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gadgetguy.com.au

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2014-06-13 04:36:14

Average rating:80

Values always a tough proposition, and its even harder in the Australian marketplace. While Apple in the US was touting the fact that most iMac prices went down with this revision, the reverse is true in Australia, presumably owing to the bargain-bas...

Elegant design; Significant memory boost; Good graphics solution...
Price bump compared to the US models; Tiny keyboard by default...

goodgearguide.com.au

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2014-06-13 04:36:14

Average rating:80

The range of Apple iMac desktop computers has been refreshed. There are virtually no aesthetic or design changes — faster processors, more memory and larger hard drives are the order of the day. Although the brilliantly designed Apple iMac remains an excellent choice if youre after a desktop computer, when we tested the 24in iMac we found the upgrades to be largely underwhelming. The Apple iMac remains a fine piece of industrial design. The brushed aluminium finish and gloss black bezel surrou...

Design remains superb, good performance, Apple attention to detail, all-in-one casing saves space...
Exorbitant price, no included Apple remote, keyboard has no number pad, rear casing gets hot, only RAM can be upgraded, no adapters included for DVI or VGA connections...
The upgrades to the latest Apple iMac are largely underwhelming, but the computer retains its excellently crafted design. It’s still an outstanding machine, but the smaller keyboard, lack of included remote and the fact that no display adapters are...

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pocket-lint.com

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2014-06-13 04:36:25

Average rating:80

Apple has updated its iMac line of desktop PCs aimed at consumers, with Intel Core 2 Duo processors, new graphics tech, double the memory and up to 1TB of storage, but does the new model warrant you rushing out to buy? We get playing with the new...

Crisp HD screen, fully upgradeable innards, small footprint on desk, stylish...
No wall mount option, no Blu-ray, hard drive not massive (but upgradable), no touchscreen interface...
As a desktop computer the iMac is a very nice, very stylish, machine that will give you decent performance and get the job done...

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zdnet.co.uk

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2014-06-13 04:36:27

Average rating:78

Apple has made a number of changes to its £1,199 iMac, but offering a 24in. screen at this price is the most impressive. The remaining updates are welcome, and the systems multitasking capability remains unmatched.

An affordable 24in. allinone PC, Twice as much harddrive space as older models, Fast Nvidia graphics chip, Bestinclass multitasking performance, Comes with iLife digital media suite...
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Apple has made a number of changes to its £1,199 iMac, but offering a 24in. screen at this price is the most impressive. The remaining updates are welcome, and the systems multitasking capability remains unmatched...

tomsguide.com

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2014-06-13 04:35:52

Average rating:80

This roundup includes products released within one year preceding the publication date of this article. The product selection consists solely of review units made available to Tom’s Guide by vendors. While the products listed here do not constitute a...

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pcworld.com_techhive.com

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2014-06-13 04:35:52

Average rating:76

The iMac models released in early 2009 are the third generation of the aluminum iMac, and the all-in-one design hasnt changed much since its introduction in 2007. The grey bezel, the black Apple logos front and back, the aluminum stand, the matte-blac...

Excellent general performance...
Basic gaming performance, No touchscreen...

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maclife.com

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2014-06-13 04:35:54

Average rating:80

The most powerful iMac yet begs the question, who really needs a Mac Pro? From a cost vs performance perspective, RAM is usually our favorite Mac upgrade. So we’re stoked that the new 3.06GHz iMac can handle up to 8GB, compared to just 4GB last time...

Gorgeous screen. More included RAM and higher total capacity. Improved graphics. Four USB 2.0 ports. Monster hard drive.
Still no matte display option. No FireWire 400 port. Compact keyboard lacks number pad. DDR3 RAM still very expensive.
Speedier performance and the slim design might leave some people wondering if they really need a Mac Pro. Chances are, the newest iMac offers all the power you’ll need.24-inch 3.06GHz iMac...

v3.co.uk

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2014-06-13 04:35:57

Average rating:80

The new iMac does not, as many had hoped, use Intel’s new Core i7 processor. The entire range, which consists of four models priced from £949 to £1,799, is still based on the older Core 2 Duo.Apple normally uses the very latest processors, as with the...

Updated processor and graphics cards provide strong performance; wide range of hardware features...
Expensive; silly keyboard design...
A stylish and powerful all-in-one system but without Core i7, Apple’s flagship desktop computers are lagging behind PCs...

techworld.com

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2014-06-13 04:35:57

Average rating:0

Where some brands, notable the Japanese and Far Eastern tech companies, will use cumbersome, geek-out names for their products and every subsequent update, Apple keeps its naming scheme simple. So rather than trip over Apple IM-306-GFGT130/MDP or some...

If you have the budget there is now a version of Apple’s all-in-one that can take on the games-tuned PCs we see in our monthly Top 5 charts. Pay the premium for this Apple iMac 3.06GHz if you need quiet operation, unparalleled build quality and elegan...

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gcn.com

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2014-06-13 04:36:01

Average rating:0

If anything is the iMac’s Achilles’ heel, it is upgradability. You cannot upgrade or replace anything except the memory through a small access panel on the bottom of the computer. A 2G module already consumes each of the memory card slots, so...

Allin one system...
Low performance, very little is upgradable...

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pcmag.com

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2014-06-13 04:36:23

Average rating:80

The Apple iMac comes in four base models: a $1,119 20-inchsystem plus three 24-inch models culminating in the $2,199 (direct) top-of-the-line 24-inch iMac (Nvidia GeForce GT 130) reviewed here. Ive already given the midpriced ($1,499) 24-inch iMac...

Windows- and Mac-compatible. Fully HD-capable screen. Recyclable aluminum-and-glass construction. EPEAT Gold certified and Energy Star 5.0 precertified. Minimal cables. 4GB of DDR3 RAM comes standard. No crapware. iLife 09 included. More memory, storage a...
No media card slots. Mighty Mouse is slippery and annoying. Vista 64-bit installation is complicated. No Blu-ray option. No eSATA. No numeric keypad and cursor control on the standard keyboard. Only 90 days of phone tech support.
The Apple iMac 24-inch (GeForce GT 130), the companys new top-of-the-line iMac, is a moderate refresh. The new Nvidia motherboard chipset and discrete graphics give it a leg up on the previous high-end model, and CTO (configure to order) options give...

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about.com

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2014-06-13 04:36:25

Average rating:80

Apple refreshed the iMac line not only by adding multiple graphics options, including dedicated graphics processors, but also by lowering the base price on all models. Better performance at a lower cost is especially welcome in the current economy. Wit...

2.66, 2.93, and 3.06 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processors, Expandable to 8 GB of RAM, FireWire 800 port, Four graphics options: NVIDIA GeForce 9400M, GeForce GT 120, and GeForce GT 130; ATI Radeon HD4850, Mini DisplayPort video output...
Base keyboard has no numeric keypad, Only memory can be easily upgraded, Glossy style display is only option...

pcmag.com

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2014-06-13 04:36:25

Average rating:90

The all-in-one space pioneered by Apple has been dominated by the iMac. While there were single form factor PCs long before the iMac (the Commodore PET, Osborne 1, and TRS-80, to name a few), none survived as long. Looking at the latest Apple iMac (...

Both Windows- and Mac-compatible. Fully HD-capable screen. Recyclable aluminum-and-glass construction. EPEAT Gold certified and Energy Star 5.0 pre-certified. Minimal cables. 4GB of DDR3 RAM is standard. No crapware. iLife 09 included. Same price as old 2...
No media card slots. Mighty Mouse is slippery and annoying. Vista 64-bit installation complicated. No Blu-ray option. No eSATA. No numeric keypad and cursor control on standard keyboard. Only 90-days phone tech support.
Apple moves closer to the sweet spot with the iMac (Nvidia GeForce 9400M). This new all-in-one gives you the screen real estate you crave, along with strong multimedia capabilities, and the covetable Apple design, all for a reasonable price...

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gizmodo.com

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2014-06-13 04:36:29

Average rating:0

Apple may seem different than other companies, but the recession is kicking their ass too. The move they made with the new iMac was the smartest they could make under the circumstances—it's a great deal. In this new iMac release, Apple...

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