Reviews of the Apple iMac Core 2 Duo (17-inch, 1.83GHz)
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CNET Review
The Good: Low price; good looks; new Core 2 Duo processor; fantastic software bundle.
The Bad: No SuperDrive; configuration options are almost nonexistent; phone support lasts only 90 days.
The Bottom Line: 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 borderline budget PC.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 79/100 and users 89/100. Comparing these reviews to 35244 other Desktop Computers reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 96/100 = Excellent.
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pcadvisor.co.uk
Review Summary: 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.
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macworld.co.uk
Review Summary: 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
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macworld.co.uk
Review Summary: 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
Manufacturer: Apple
Part number: MA710LL/A
General
- Type Personal computer
- Product Form Factor All-in-one
- Built-in Devices Stereo speakers, Antenna, Infrared receiver, Camera
- Width 16.8 in
- Depth 6.8 in
- Height 16.9 in
- Weight 15.4 lbs
- Desktop type Budget desktop system, Monitor included, All-in-one desktop system
Processor
- Type Intel Core 2 Duo 1.83 GHz
- Multi-Core processor technology Dual-Core
- 64-bit processor Yes
- Installed Qty 1
- Max processors supported 1
- Processor main features Intel Execute Disable Bit, Intel Extended Memory 64 Technology, Intel Virtualization Technology, Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology
Cache Memory
- Type L2 cache
- Installed Size 2 MB
- Cache Per Processor 2 MB
Mainboard
- Data bus speed 667 MHz
RAM
- Installed Size 512 MB / 2 GB (max)
- Technology DDR2 SDRAM
- Memory speed 667 MHz
- Memory specification compliance PC2-5300
- RAM form factor SO DIMM 200-pin
- RAM configuration features 2 x 256 MB
Environmental Parameters
- Environmental & energy standards compliance EPA Energy Star
- Min operating temperature 50 ?F
- Max operating temperature 95 ?F
- Operating humidity range 5 - 95%
Storage Controller
- Type 1 x Serial ATA - Integrated
Storage
- Floppy drive type None
- Hard Drive 1 x 160 GB - Standard - Serial ATA-150 - 7200 rpm
- Hard Drive (2nd) None
- Hard Drive (3rd) None
Optical Storage
- Type CD-RW / DVD-ROM combo
- CD / DVD read speed 24x (CD) / 8x (DVD)
- CD / DVD write speed 24x (CD)
- CD / DVD rewrite speed 16x (CD)
Optical Storage (2nd)
- Type None
Storage Removable
- Type None
Monitor
- Monitor Type Flat panel display - TFT active matrix
- Display (projector) diagonal size 17 in
- Max Resolution 1440 x 900
- Image brightness 250
- Display (projector) image contrast ratio 500:1
Graphics Controller
- Type Integrated
- Graphics Processor / Vendor Intel GMA 950
- Video Memory Dynamic Video Memory Technology 3.0
- Max Allocated RAM Size 64 MB
- Digital Video Standard Digital Visual Interface (DVI)
- Max Monitors Supported 2
Audio Output
- Type Sound card - Integrated
- Sound output mode Stereo
- Speaker(s) 2 x Right / left channel
Input Device
- Type Keyboard, Mouse
Keyboard
- Keyboard interface USB
- Keyboard features Built-in two USB 1.1 ports
Mouse
- Mouse technology Optical
- Mouse interface USB
Audio Input
- Type Microphone
Telecom
- Modem None
Networking
- Networking Network adapter - Integrated
- Wireless LAN Supported Yes
- Data Link Protocol Gigabit Ethernet, Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g
- Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g
Printer
- Type None
Expansion / Connectivity
- Expansion Slots Total (Free) 2 ( 0 ) x Memory - SO DIMM 200-pin
- Interfaces 3 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A, 1 x Audio - SPDIF output/headphones - Mini-phone 3.5 mm, 1 x Audio - SPDIF input/line-in - Mini-phone 3.5 mm, 2 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire), 1 x Display / video - Apple mini-DVI
Power
- Power device type Power supply
- Voltage Required AC 120/230 V
- Power provided 180 Watt
Operating System / Software
- OS Provided Apple MacOS X 10.4
- Software Freeverse Big Bang Board Games, Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac Test Drive, IWork (30 days trial), Apple Spotlight, Apple DVD Player, OmniOutliner, Apple Mac OS X Mail, Apple Hardware Test, Plasq Comic Life, Apple Address Book, Apple iCal, Apple QuickTime, Apple Safari, Apple Dashboard, Apple iLife'06, Apple XCode Developer Tools, Front Row, Drivers & Utilities, Photo Booth, Apple iChat AV
Environmental Standards
- EPA Energy Star Compliant Yes
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Technical support - Phone consulting - 90 days, Limited warranty - 1 year
Greenpeace 'Guide to Greener Electronics'
- Greenpeace 'Guide to Greener Electronics' manufacturer rating (June 2008) 4.1
- Greenpeace 'Guide to Greener Electronics' manufacturer rating (Mar 2008) 6.7
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User Opinions
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