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Apple iMac 21.5-inch (Mid 2011) Pro Reviews

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PC Advisor‘s review Edit Like Unlike

Apple’s iMac eschews USB 3.0 for the faster Thunderbolt connection, a large, so-so-quality screen for a smaller but far more beautiful IPS panel, a touchscreen for a touchpad, and Windows for OS X. It’s Apple’s low-end model, but it still packs a mighty punch.

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Oct 21, 2011

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expertreviews‘s review Edit Like Unlike

It's a bit expensive, but this 21.5-inch iMac is powerful and fantastic to use - it's brilliant, if you're happy with the restrictions of Apple's design and software choices

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Aug 25, 2011

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www.trustedreviews.com‘s review Edit Like Unlike

Apple has gone the route of "if it ain't broke don't fix it", keeping the beautiful chassis of earlier iMac models in this latest refresh. The addition of Intel's 'Sandy Bridge' internals combines with Thunderbolt connectivity and niceties like an HD webcam to bring these stylish all-in-ones to the cutting edge, finally catching up to high-end Windows equivalents while retaining the killer look that keeps it ahead of the crowd. However, it also retains many of the iMac limitations (including the lack of a Blu-ray drive and easy video inputs), and buying a Windows-based all-in-one will still get you more flexibility while demanding less from your wallet.

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May 25, 2011

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PC Magazine‘s review Edit Like Unlike

The newest iMac has a second-generation Intel Core processor and Thunderbolt. It's the fastest $1,200 all-in-one desktop PC, period.

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May 18, 2011

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TechRadar UK‘s review Edit Like Unlike

Even at just under £1,000, this 2011 entry-level 21.5-inch iMac is excellent value for money (and £21 cheaper than the previous generation's cheapest model). A massive performance boost means it actually rivals the power offered by the high-end 2010 iMac 27-inch SSD from the previous generation, and its new Thunderbolt port will prove its worth over time. It could use more configuration options, and the whole of the new iMac range would benefit from a faster optical drive and a matte screen option, but overall, it's a superb update to an already-popular machine.

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May 20, 2011

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CNET Reviews‘s review Edit Like Unlike

Apple's $1,199 iMac doesn't offer the same home entertainment features as Windows-based all-in-ones, but its speed, looks, and the future utility of its Thunderbolt port make it a strong choice for performance-sensitive professionals.

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Published on:
May 11, 2011

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Macworld‘s review Edit Like Unlike

The $1199 entry-level 21.5-inch 2.5GHz Core i5 iMac offers the most bang for the buck, keeping up with its more expensive siblings in most tasks. Its drawbacks include the lowest capacity hard drive, slower 3D game performance at higher resolutions, and a lack of customization options. The $1499 21.5-inch 2.7GHz Core i5 iMac offers a larger hard drive and modest processing and 3D game performance gains compared to the $1199 model. It’s the model you must choose if you want to customize your machine with a faster processor or different sotrage options.

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May 10, 2011

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Apple's $1,199 iMac doesn't offer the same home entertainment features as Windows-based all-in-ones, but its speed, looks, and the future utility of its Thunderbolt port make it a strong choice for performance-sensitive professionals.

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Published on:
May 11, 2011

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