Now’s the Time to Get an iMac

Whether you’re looking to employ a new iMac for maximum performance, or whether you just need a fair configuration for under $1,000, now’s the time to see what Apple has on offer.

Recently refreshed with quad-core Sandy Bridge processors from Intel, as well as Thunderbolt ports and FaceTime HD cameras, the new iMac line screams, according to early benchmark tests.

It has up to three times faster graphics (starting with AMD Radeon HD 6750M) and sells for the same $1,199 entry level price.

Even the base configuration has a 2.5GHz quad-core Intel Core i5 CPU with 6MB on-chip shared L3 cache.

The most expensive version ($1,999) has 3.1GHz quad-core Intel Core i5 with 6MB on-chip shared L3 cache, but also offers better graphics, more storage, and an additional Thunderbolt port.

In between, there are similarly specced iMacs going for $1499 and $1699, so those who need a powerful new iMac for work or at home now know their options.

Now, for those looking to spend a little less. Does $929 sound fair for a 2010-model 3.06GHz Intel Core i3 iMac?

If you know your Macintosh computers, it should, because this refurbished system is now a lot cheaper than it would have been if you purchased it brand new earlier this week.

Originally released in July 2010, the all-in-one has a 21.5-inch LED-backlit glossy widescreen display, comes equipped with 4GB of on-board memory, has a 500GB hard drive, ATI Radeon HD 4670 graphics with 256MB memory, an 8x SuperDrive (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW), and built-in iSight camera (not the HD version found on the newest models).

Ports include FireWire, USB 2.0, and SD, as well as the audio-out ad microphone jacks.

This baby will run everything from Photoshop to Portal 2 with grace and agility, so if you ever wanted to buy yourself a decently specced Mac, now’s the time to do it.


About Apple refurbished products
Apple Certified Refurbished Products are pre-owned products that undergo Apple's stringent refurbishment process, prior to being offered for sale. They are returned under Apple's Return and Refund Policies.

While only some units are brought back because of technical issues, all of them undergo the company's rigorous quality-refurbishment process.

Service and support include 90 days of telephone support and a one-year warranty. You have the option of purchasing an AppleCare Protection Plan for your refurb, while shipping is free in the US.