Tag archive: iMac

Apple's Jonathan Ive—the man behind the design of so many of Apple's iconic products for the last decade and a half—may now formally be called “Sir Jonathan.” Ive has been made a Knight Commander of the British Empire (KBE) as part of the United Kingdom's New Year Honor list. Ive is currently the Apple's senior vice president of industrial design, and has been responsible for many of the concepts… Read More

Perhaps you're sitting there staring at your iMac and thinking, “You know what? This single monitor is not enough.” If so, go no further because we've got the steps to get you hooked up with dual monitor computing. You'll need a few items for this process so gather that following items: - A monitor with a DVI input - A mini DVI adapter - A DVI cable  Now that you've gathered the necessary items, we can get… Read More

If you’re considering the purchase of a 21.5-inch iMac in the coming weeks, you may be interested to know that, according to a 9to5Mac report, the Cupertino company is about to launch a new one to add to its current range. It's thought that the new 21.5-inch iMac will have slightly less under the hood – in which case, it should cause slightly less damage to your wallet. Here’s a quick breakdown of the expected specifications of the… Read More

  Apple has been ahead of the game for years when it comes to making the most sleek, aesthetically-appealing laptops and desktops. The chic aluminum iMac's are now paired with an extremely thin wireless keyboard and shiny white mouse. Sounds great, right? While universally loved for the aforementioned sleek look, the keyboard and mouse come with one pesky problem: batteries. Having wireless desktop accessories is great, however,… Read More

Designed to blend into the background of any iMac desktop setup, Iomega's new Mac Companion Hard Drive sits unassumingly at the base of the iMac. A brushed silver exterior circles the drive and matches the shading on the iMac stand. The drive comes with either 2TB or 3TB storage depending on the model.  The 3.5-inch hard drive runs at 7,200 RPM and comes with one FireWire 800, one conversion FireWire 400-800 as well as one USB 2.0 cable… Read More

One of the main stories out of Cupertino Wednesday was the release of Apple’s newest operating system: OS X Lion. A day later, Apple announced that in just one day it sold one million copies of the software. Also of note is that Lion was only available for purchase through Apple’s App Store. It has been reported that in August you will be able to buy Lion on a thumb drive, but for the time being it will have to be online. If you are still on… Read More

The rumors were true: After a brief Apple Store outage that started at about 6am EST, Apple has officially released its new line of iMac all-in-one desktop computers. As expected, the refreshed PCs come loaded with faster processors, improved graphics capabilities, a new FaceTime HD camera and Intel's super-fast Thunderbolt data transfer system. Like earlier options, the new iMacs come in either the 21.5- or 27-inch models.Prices start at… Read More

Apple plans to release new models of its popular line of all-in-one iMac desktop computer this week, according to sources “familiar” with Apple's “retail operations” who spoke with Apple Insider. The new iMac line is said to come loaded with Intel's zippy new Sandy Bridget Core i processors. Debut of the new iMacs is said to go down tomorrow, Tuesday, May 3. In addition to the Sandy Bridge update, which will… Read More

This Thursday, Intel plans to unveil its new high-speed connection technology, “Light Peak,” according to a CNet report. The news boosts rumors that Apple will release its latest line of MacBook Pro laptops, also on February 24, which are expected to incorporate the Light Peak technology. According to an official Intel media statement, the chip maker will hold a “press briefing” in San Francisco on Thursday “to… Read More

Today, HP announced that it will begin loading its PCs with its own webOS sometime next year. The Motorola Atrix 4G is a smartphone capable of docking and becoming an Android laptop. Windows Phone 7 is losing momentum. These are only the first trickles from the Windows dam, but it is cracking. Windows has ruled the PC world for more than 20 years, but times may be changing. Here are five reasons why the Windows PC empire may be ready to burst.

It’s only fitting that the day Apple officially announces something, a new rumor begins. This time, we’re hearing the new MacBook Pros and iMacs will be heading to shelves in early 2011, alongside the soon-to-be launched Mac App Store. DigiTimes is reporting that “sources from upstream component makers” say the Apple computers will be refreshed in the coming year and also project that OS X Lion will be included in the upgraded models. It’s still… Read More

Apple is getting into the spirit of holiday consumerism and just announced its own Black Friday sale, but don’t get in line just yet. Apple’s teaser didn’t include any specific items that would be discounted, instead only hinting that there will be “dozens of great iPad, iPod, and Mac gifts for everyone on your list.” If we’ve learned anything about Apple’s Black Friday sale, it’s to not get your hopes up too high. The company has a reputation… Read More

Combine collective has created a product to add a little earthiness to the impossibly sleek iMac setup. If the tiny metal keyboard is a little too minimalist for your taste, Combine’s keyboard trays can surround your Apple Wireless Keyboard, Magic Trackpad, and new aluminum remote in beautiful, sustainable Black Walnut. The company offers three variations on the design: keyboard only, keyboard and trackpad, or the full suite. The trays… Read More

Just in time for the upcoming back-to-school season, Apple has given its iMac line its perennial update. Although the newest iMacs look identical to their older cousins, a bit of retooling under the hood leaves them faster and more capable than ever. Will you notice? Here’s a rundown of what’s new, and what it means to you. Core i3, i5 and i7 Processors The trusty Intel Core 2 Duo and Core 2 Quad designations have disappeared in favor,… Read More