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Apple iMac Core 2 Duo (2009) Reviews

All-in-one - 1 x Core 2 Duo 2.66 GHz - RAM 2 GB - HDD 1 x 320 GB - DVD More product details

$1439.45

One of, if not the, most affordable 24-inch all-in-one PCs ; twice as much hard-drive space as... (cnet.com)

The aluminum-and-glass look remains the same, but underneath Apple makes some small but... (cnet.com)

alaTest Review Summary for Apple iMac Core 2 Duo (2009)

We have collected and analyzed 9 expert reviews and 197 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 79/100 and users rate it 93/100. The average review date is May 14, 2009. We have compared these reviews to 66157 reviews from other Desktops. The alaScore™ for this product is 93/100 = Excellent. Last update: November 21, 2009.

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206 reviews

November, 2009

79 / 100

9 Experts

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93 / 100

197 Users

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from $1439.45

Expert Reviews (9)

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Apple iMac (24-inch, 2.66GHz Intel Core 2 Duo, Winter 2009)

By (cnet.com)

One of, if not the, most affordable 24-inch all-in-one PCs ; twice as much hard-drive space as older models ; fast Nvidia graphics chip makes the iMac a capable gaming system ; best-in-class multitasking performance ; iLife digital media suite comes ...

Fewer interesting hardware features compared with recent Windows-based all-in-ones

Apple made a number of changes to this $1,499 iMac, but making a 24-inch screen available at this price is the most impressive. The rest of the updates are welcome, and Apple's multitasking capability remains unmatched. Provided you like your all-in ...

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Rating

78100

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US

Apple iMac (20-inch, 2.66GHz) review

By (cnet.com)

The aluminum-and-glass look remains the same, but underneath Apple makes some small but meaningful updates to its all-in-one iMac.

Apple recently updated its iMac line, updating the components without...

No rating

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Apple iMac (24in., 2.66GHz Core 2 Duo, 2009) review

By Rich Brown (zdnet.co.uk)

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 system's multitasking capability remains unmatched.

An affordable 24in. all-in-one PC, Twice as much hard-drive space as older models, Fast Nvidia graphics chip, Best-in-class multitasking performance, Comes with iLife digital media suite

Fewer interesting hardware features compared with recent Windows-based all-in-one systems

Cosmetically, little else has changed with the iMac. Its industrial design remains the best in the PC industry, with no excessive branding, case detail or other visual distractions. Indeed, the only changes to the outside of the case come to the row ...

Rating

78100

zdnet.co.uk

User Reviews (197)

US

"Where is the blu-ray???"

By mdntcallr (cnet.com)

With being considered a technology leader, Ap... 

nice update

no blu ray

US

"Amazing All In One"

By aqnguyen87 (cnet.com)

People keep touting on how Macs are more expe... 

Amazing All in One

Amazing All In One

US

"Best all in one computer on the market!"

By viciousdave (cnet.com)

The new iMac line is stunning, and the new be... 

Custom ATI Radeon 4850 graphics for only $50 extra on the top end 24" model.

Still uses Intel Core 2 Duo processors

Manufacturer's Description

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.

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