07/23, 2:59pm
4K tech could come to iMac or new monitor
OS X Yosemite -- which is going into public beta tomorrow -- should eventually ship in late October, sources claim. The present plan is reportedly to keep releasing new developer betas every two to three weeks through September 29th. Work should then shift to a gold master build, due October 10th. Final details, including a launch date, may be announced at Apple's October media event.
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07/22, 1:27pm
iMacs from $1,099
Apple's online store this week has a variety of refurbished iMac models on sale, starting as low as $1,099 for the 21.5-inch iMac with a 2.7GHz Intel quad-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive. A $270 discount is offered on the 27-inch iMac with a 3.2GHz Intel quad-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive, now $1,529.
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07/18, 2:50pm
iMacs from $1,099
This week at Apple's online store, find deep discounts on refurbished iMac models. The 21.5-inch iMac with a 2.7GHz Intel quad-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive has been reduced by $200 down to $1,099. A $570 discount drops the price on the 27-inch iMac with a 2.7GHz Intel quad-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 1TB hard drive down to $1,129.
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07/11, 10:38am
Mac mini and iMac
At Apple's online store today, save on refurbished Mac mini and iMac models starting as low as $849. The refurbished Mac mini with OS X Server, a 2.3GHz Intel quad-core i7 processor, 4GB of RAM and dual 1TB hard drives has been cut by $150 to $849. Priced at $1,059 is the refurbished Mac mini with a 2.6GHz Intel quad-core i7 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 1TB Fusion Drive.
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07/08, 2:34pm
Macs from $779
This week at Apple's online store, find bargain prices on refurbished Macs staring as low as $779 for the 13.3-inch MacBook Air with a 1.8GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 128GB of flash storage. A $150 discount drops the price on the refurbished Mac mini with OS X Server, a 2.3GHz Intel quad-core i7 processor, 4GB of RAM and dual 1TB hard drives down to $849.
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07/04, 10:51am
Chromebox, HDTVs, iMacs and more
Currently, Amazon is offering the Asus Chromebox desktop PC bundled with a wireless keyboard and mouse for $379 with free US shipping. That is $20 less than the list price of $399, and $30 less than buying this Chromebox configuration alone anywhere else. The unit features a 1.7GHz Intel i3 processor, 4GB of RAM, 16GB of solid state storage and runs Chrome OS.
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07/01, 7:04am
New 21.5-inch Apple iMac makes for a great entry into the Mac world
New hardware from Apple is always greeted with interest, and Apple's new entry-level iMac is no exception. Previously, all of Apple's iMac range were powered by quad-core processors, but the new entry-level iMac is powered by a dual-core processor. But is not the type of dual-core processor that you might expect; it is in fact the same low voltage dual-core Intel Core i5 processor found in Apple's current MacBook Air range. In the MacBook Air the Intel chip delivers solid performance in its class; but how does it perform in an iMac?
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06/27, 2:23pm
27-inch iMac cut to $2,699, 21-inch iMac for $999
This week, Adorama has slashed the price on the 27-inch iMac by $200. It carries an MSRP of $2,699, but has been reduced to $2,499. That discount makes this $200 less than the lowest price offered anywhere else. This iMac features a 3.5GHz Intel quad-core i7 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 3TB Fusion Drive. Included is a wireless Magic Mouse, wireless Apple keyboard, and one-year warranty on parts and labor from Apple.
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06/24, 3:01pm
iMac, Mac Pro
This week at Apple's online store, find savings on refurbished iMacs, Mac minis and Mac Pros. The refurbished 21.5-inch iMac with a 2.7GHz Intel quad-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive has seen a $250 discount to $1,049. A $270 discount is offered on the refurbished 27-inch iMac with a 3.2GHz Intel quad-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive, now priced at $1,529.
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06/24, 1:10pm
Student coupon can push price as low as $830
Apple's cheaper $1,099 iMac, launched on the 18th, is already being sold for less at some third-party vendors. Best Buy is offering the computer for $980, while B&H Photo has marked it down to $979. Students shopping at Best Buy can use an electronic coupon to further reduce the price to only $830.
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06/20, 11:36am
Macs for $1,099 or less
Apple's online store today has a variety of bargain-priced refurbished Mac models below the $1,099 price point. The 13.3-inch Retina MacBook Pro with a 2.4GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 128GB of flash storage has seen a $200 discount to $1,099. Also priced at $1,099 is the 21.5-inch iMac with a 2.7GHz quad-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive.
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06/18, 8:31pm
Benchmarks show multi-core apps limited by dual-core processor
The new, lower-cost iMac introduced today is definitely aimed at "light-duty" desktop users rather than those looking for greater-than-notebook power from their desktop, a new teardown and benchmark analysis has shown. While hardly surprising, the newest iMac essentially uses MacBook Air internals in an iMac form factor, and consequently has similar benchmark scores (but with something of a twist). The teardown has revealed that the 8GB RAM on the new iMac model is un-upgradable, however.
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06/18, 8:15am
Design cues remain the same, unit uses Intel's new i5-4260U processor
As previously rumored, Apple has updated its iMac line with a new, lower-cost model. The new 21.5-inch unit uses Intel's i5-4260U processor running at 1.4Ghz with a "turbo" speed of 2.7GHz, a 500GB 5400RPM hard drive, 8GB of RAM, 802.11ac Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 4.0.
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06/18, 5:11am
Updated iMac processors, Retina displays touted
Apple has temporarily taken the online Apple Store offline for all customers, ahead of what is believed to be the launch of some upgraded hardware. The multilingual "We'll be back" front page note is likely to be a sign that new iMacs are inbound, with recent rumors suggesting a general processor speed increase of 100MHz for the desktop computers.
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06/17, 3:05pm
Macs from $509
This week at Apple's online store, find a variety of discounted refurbished Macs starting as low as $509 for the refurbished Mac mini with a 2.5GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and a 500GB hard drive. For $719, after a $130 discount, is the 11.6-inch MacBook Air with a 1.3GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 128GB of flash storage.
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06/17, 3:04pm
iMacs, Mac minis and more
This week at MacMall.com, get the 27-inch iMac for $1,280. That's includes a $419 price break and $100 mail-in-rebate, bringing the total savings to $519 off the list price of $1,800, making it the lowest total price we have seen on this Mac model by about $320. It features a 2.9GHz Intel quad-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive. A one-year warranty on parts and labor is included from Apple.
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06/13, 3:16pm
Macs from $719
Today at Apple's online store, take advantage of bargain prices on refurbished Mac models. The 11.6-inch MacBook Air with a 1.3GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 128GB of flash storage has seen a $130 discount to $719. A $470 discount can be had on the 13.3-inch MacBook Air with a 1.8GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 256GB of flash storage, now $929.
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06/11, 10:51am
Could upgrade ports to Thunderbolt 2
Apple will launch a 2014 iMac refresh next week, sources say. The people tell French site MacGeneration that CPU speeds should increase by about 100MHz for each model via recently-introduced Intel processors. 21.5-inch iMacs are expected to use the 3GHz i5-4590S and the 3.2GHz i5-4790S. 27-inch systems will have access to the 3.3GHz i5-4690, 3.5GHz i5-4690, and 3.6GHz i7-4790.
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06/10, 4:45pm
27-inch iMacs from $1,399
Apple's online store currently has a huge inventory of refurbished 27-inch iMacs being sold at bargain prices. The 27-inch iMac with a 2.9GHz Intel quad-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive has been reduced by $400 to $1,399. A $300 discount can be had on the 27-inch iMac from September 2013 with a 3.4GHz Intel quad-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive, now $1,699.
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06/05, 9:15am
Retina iMac could ship alongside new OS
Code contained in the OS X Yosemite beta appears to point toward support for future Retina iMacs. A forum poster at MacBidouille notes that in a file covering graphics scaling settings, the highest resolution available is 6400x3600; for a Retina panel, that figure would effectively scale down to 3200x1800. Other resolutions mentioned are 5760x3240 (2880x1620 in Retina), 4096x2304 (2048x1152), and still lower settings.
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06/03, 2:03pm
Mac Pro and iMac
This week, Apple's online store has a selection of refurbished Mac Pro and iMac models on sale. The refurbished Mac Pro with a 3.2GHz quad-core Xeon processor, 6GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive has been cut by $360 to $2,139. A whopping $560 has been cut from the cost of the Mac Pro with dual 2.4GHz Intel 6-core Xeon processors, 12GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive, now $3,239.
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05/27, 2:02pm
iMacs, MacBook Pros and more
This week at B&H.com, get a 21.5-inch iMac for $1,150. That's $150 off the list price of $1,300, and the lowest price we have seen by $30. Free US shipping is included, but sales tax applies for residents of New York state. In addition, save $30 on Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 5, $20 on Parallels, Lojack or Photoshop Elements 12 with your purchase. This iMac features a 2.7GHz Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive. A one-year warranty on parts and labor is included from Apple.
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05/27, 2:00pm
Currently the only Mac model other than the Mac Pro not to ship within 24 hours
On Apple's retail website, all configurations of the iMac have now slipped from shipping within 24 hours to nearly a week or more -- hinting that a refresh may be imminent. Rumors have begun to circulate that new iMacs may appear at lower price points than the current generation, just ahead of next week's Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in San Francisco. While a refreshed iMac is unlikely to be formally announced on stage, the event often heralds new and updated releases.
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05/23, 2:49pm
Macs from $509
This week, Apple's online store has a wide selection of refurbished Macs at bargain prices. The refurbished Mac mini with a 2.5GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 500GB hard drive has been reduced by $90 to $509. A $130 discount is offered on the 11.6-inch MacBook Air with a 1.3GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 128GB of flash storage, now $719.
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05/16, 2:21pm
Mac Pro and iMac
Right now at Apple's online store, find big savings on refurbished Mac Pro and iMac models. The refurbished Mac Pro with a 3.2GHz Intel quad-core Xeon processor, 6GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive has been reduced by $360 to $2,139. A $250 discount on the refurbished 21.5-inch iMac with a 2.7GHz Intel quad-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive drops the cost to $1,049.
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05/09, 3:43pm
Macs from $719
This week, Apple's online store has a variety of refurbished Mac models at discounted prices. Starting at $719, after a $130 price break, is the 11.6-inch MacBook Air with a 1.3GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 128GB of flash storage. For $799 is the refurbished 13.3-inch MacBook Air with a 1.3GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 128GB of flash storage.
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05/02, 2:09pm
Macs from $509
This week Apple's online store has a wide selection of refurbished Macs, starting as low as $509. A $90 discount drops the price on the refurbished Mac mini with a 2.5GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 500GB hard drive down to $509. The 11.6-inch MacBook Air with a 1.3GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 128GB of flash storage has been cut by $130 to $719.
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05/02, 2:08pm
iMacs, iPods, MBAs and Mac Pros
This week. B&H.com has the 27-inch iMac for $1,660. That's $140 off the list price of $1,800, and the lowest price we have seen on this iMac by $100. Included is a free copy of either Parallels Desktop 9 or LoJack, plus buyers can get $30 off Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 5 and save $20 on Adobe Photoshop Elements 12. This iMac features a 3.2GHz Intel Core i5 Haswell processor, 8GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive. It is backed by a one-year warranty on parts and labor from Apple.
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04/29, 3:01pm
cameras, iMacs, SSDs and more
This week, Dell.com has the Dell UltraSharp 24-inch UltraHD monitor on sale for $850. That's a savings of $450 off the list price of $1,300, and when using coupon code 'VZ9FXQVT70N0TF' at checkout, the price falls further to $765. That is the best price we have seen on this monitor by about $270. This monitor features 3840x2160 resolution, wide 178 degree viewing angles, an 8ms response time, a contrast ratio of 1000:1, and it is backed by a three-year advanced exchange service and premium panel guarantee from Dell.
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04/25, 2:20pm
Mac desktops from $849
Apple's online store today has a variety of refurbished Mac desktops starting as low as $849 for the Mac mini with a 2.3GHz Intel quad-core i7 processor, OS X server, 4GB of RAM and dual 1TB hard drives. Priced at $889 is the refurbished Mac mini with a 2.3GHz Intel quad-core i7 processor, 4GB of RAM and 1TB Fusion drive.
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04/17, 7:34pm
OWC updates its Hard Drive DIY Kit for expanding iMac storage
Other World Computing today introduced its new DIY Kit for all 2011 iMac and 27-inch 2012 iMac models, enabling owners to replace the factory-installed internal hard drive with up to a 6TB hard drive for expanded storage and back-up capacity. The kits feature a custom power cable with an in-line digital thermal sensor, ensuring proper factory fan operation and full compliance with Apple diagnostic testing.
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04/15, 10:32am
audio problems, Logic X questions and more
This week in the MacNN forums, members help other long-time users and Fresh-Faced Recruits resolve problems. Forum members are assisting one Fresh-Faced Recruit with an iMac that is unable to recognize audio inputs or outputs after a power failure, but so far have been unsuccessful in their attempts. Yesterday, Junior Member "phkc070408" was trying to determine if there was a way to assign a specific key or series of keys to type a pre-programmed set of text.
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04/15, 10:25am
$400 off 27-inch iMac
MacMall.com has dropped the price on the 27-inch iMac from $1,800 down to $1,400. Until April 30, a $100 mail-in-rebate offer drops the price even further to $1,300. That is about $200 less than the lowest price offered anywhere else. This iMac features a 2.9GHz Intel quad-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive. Included is a one-year warranty on parts and labor from Apple.
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04/08, 3:42pm
Save up to $570 on refurbished iMacs
Apple's online store is currently offering a wide range of discounts on refurbished iMacs. The refurbished 21.5-inch iMac with a 2.7GHz Intel quad-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive is available for $1,049 after a $250 price cut. A $200 discount drops the price on the 21.5-inch iMac with a 2.7GHz Intel quad-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive down to $1,099.
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04/04, 2:05pm
iMacs, cameras and MacBook Pros
This week, MacMall has cut the price on the 21.5-inch iMac by 20 percent -- bringing the cost down from $1,300 to $1,080. A $40 mail-in-rebate offer drops the price further to $1,040, making this $50 less than the lowest price offered anywhere else. This iMac features a 2.7GHz Intel quad-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive, along with an Nvidia GeForce GT 640M graphics board. Included is a Apple wireless keyboard, Magic Mouse and one-year warranty on parts and labor from Apple.
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04/01, 2:01pm
27-inch iMac for $1,450 and more
At MacMall.com this week, get a 27-inch iMac for $1,450 -- it was $1,999, but has been reduced to $1,550. Save an additional $100 via a mail-in-rebate offer, making this $150 less than the lowest price we have seen anywhere else. This iMac features a 3.2GHz Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive. Included is a one-year warranty on parts and labor from Apple.
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03/28, 2:56pm
Mac desktops as low as $509
This week, Apple's online store has a variety of refurbished iMac and Mac mini models at discounted prices. The refurbished Mac mini with a 2.5GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and a 500GB hard drive has been reduced by $90 to $509. For $1,099 (after a $200 discount) is the 21.5-inch iMac with a 2.7GHz Intel quad-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive.
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03/28, 2:53pm
21.5-inch iMac for $1,100
This week at MacMall.com, get a 21.6-inch iMac for $1,100. It was $1,500, but has been cut to $1,180 -- and until April 30, save an additional $80 through a mail-in-rebate offer that drops the final cost to $1,100. That makes this the lowest price we have seen on this model by roughly the same price margin. This iMac features a 2.9GHz Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive. A one-year warranty on parts and labor is included from Apple.
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03/25, 2:26pm
Mac Pro and iMac
This week, Apple's online store is offering a selection of refurbished Mac Pro and iMac models at discounted prices. The refurbished Mac Pro with a 3.2GHz Intel quad-core Xeon processor, 6GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive has seen a $360 price cut to $2,139. For $2,549 is the refurbished Mac Pro with a 3.33GHz 6-Core Intel Xeon processor, 6GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive.
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03/24, 9:41am
Mac Pro, iMac lines said to be mostly automated
Apple is working to get iPhone batteries manufactured on fully automated production lines in 2014, supply chain sources claim. The company is already said to have mostly automated iMac and Mac Pro production, the only exceptions being materials and final assembly. Apple is allegedly interested in reducing the manpower needed for its products; this may be due to rising minimum wages in China, and problems like labor shortages and high turnover rates, linked to the fact that many young people don't want to work in manufacturing. Such jobs can often demand 60 or more hours a week in poor conditions.
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03/11, 2:11pm
iMacs from $1,049
At Apple's online store today, save up to 22 percent off refurbished iMacs. At the low end of the pricing scale is the refurbished 21.5-inch iMac with a 2.7GHz Intel quad-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive, which has been cut by $250 to $1,049. A $300 discount lowers the cost of the 21.5-inch iMac with a 2.9GHz Intel quad-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and 1TB hard drive down to $1,199.
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03/07, 1:46pm
iMacs, MacBook Pros and more
MacMall.com has reduced the price of a 27-inch iMac from $1,799 down to $1,349 with instant savings and a $100 mail-in-rebate, amounting to $449 in total discounts. That makes the deal about $50 less than the lowest price offered anywhere else. This iMac features a 2.9GHz Intel core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive with Nvidia GeForce GTX 660M graphics, two Thunderbolt ports, and OS X Mavericks comes pre-installed. Included is an Apple wireless keyboard, Magic Mouse and one-year warranty on parts and labor from Apple.
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02/28, 3:06pm
Mac mini, iMacs and more
Apple's online store this week has a wide selection of refurbished desktop computers. The refurbished Mac mini with a 2.3GHz Intel quad-core i7 processor, 4GB of RAM and 256GB of solid state storage is now only $929. Save $200 on the refurbished 21.5-inch iMac with a 2.7GHz Intel quad-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and 1TB hard drive, now $1,099.
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02/21, 2:39pm
iMacs as low as $1,049
Right now, Apple's online store has a wide selection of refurbished iMacs at discounted prices. The 21.5-inch iMac with a 2.7GHz Intel quad-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and a 1TB hard drive has seen a $250 drop to $1,049. A $570 discount is available on the refurbished 27-inch iMac with a 2.7GHz Intel quad-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 1TB hard drive, now $1,129.
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02/18, 2:58pm
Macs from $849
Apple's online store currently offers a wide selection of refurbished computers at discounted prices. The 11.6-inch MacBook Air with a 1.3GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 128GB of flash storage has been reduced to $849, a savings of $150. For $929 is the 13.3-inch MacBook Air with a 1.3GHz Intel dual-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 128GB of flash storage.
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02/14, 2:53pm
iMacs from $1,049
Today, Apple's online store has a varied selection of refurbished iMac models -- at savings of up to $450 off. The refurbished 21.5-inch iMac with a 2.7GHz Intel quad-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and 1TB hard drive has been reduced by $250 to $1,049. Priced at $1,099 is the refurbished 21.5-inch iMac with a 2.7GHz Intel quad-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and 1TB hard drive.
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01/31, 2:54pm
iMac, iPad and AirPort Extreme
This week, Adorama has the lowest price on a brand new 27-inch iMac (model no. Z0PG008MF) which carries an MSRP of $2,899, but has been cut to $2,749 -- beating the next lowest price by $150. Free US shipping is included, but sales tax applies for residents of New York and New Jersey. This iMac features a 3.5GHz Intel Core i7 processor, 16GB of RAM and a 3TB Fusion Drive with Nvidia GeForce GTX 780M graphics. A one-year warranty on parts and labor is included from Apple.
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01/28, 5:27am
Entry-level Mac Pro makes for a tempting proposition for power users
Now that the long-awaited redesigned Mac Pro has reached the market, Mac power users have something of a dilemma when it comes to choosing a powerful Mac for the home. In our full review of the Mac Pro, it became quite apparent that the Mac Pro is a very powerful machine, but that its full power only revealed when running professional-class applications. Although Mac power users may not use their Mac for their profession, many opt to use professional applications made by Apple and third-party pro apps as well. In most instances, a high-end iMac has plenty of power to run the same applications as the Mac Pro. Yet, there is no denying that the new Mac Pro has incredible appeal, not only as the most powerful Mac that you can buy, but also as yet another stunning example of Apple's engineering and design prowess. As a power user, or Mac enthusiast, should you save some money and stick with an iMac, or should you realistically consider opting for a shiny new Mac Pro?
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01/17, 2:22pm
iMacs from $799
Right now, Apple's online store has a vast array of refurbished iMac models starting as low as $799. The 21.5-inch iMac with a 2.5GHz Intel quad-core i5 processor, 4GB of RAM and 500GB hard drive has seen a $400 discount to $799. A $200 discount can be had on the 21.5-inch iMac with a 2.7GHz Intel quad-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and 1TB hard drive that was released in September 2013: it is now priced at $1,099.
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01/03, 3:28pm
iMacs from $1,099
At Apple's online store today, buyers can save on a wide range of refurbished iMacs. The 21.5-inch iMac with a 2.7GHz Intel quad-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and 1TB hard drive has been cut by $200 to $1,099. A $400 discount is offered on the 27-inch iMac with a 2.9GHz Intel quad-core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and 1TB hard drive, now $1,399.
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