2012 iMac = Brilliant Design!

[smoking monkey]

I can't believe all the negative nonces!

The design is fantastic. It has 40 percent less volume, 8 pounds lighter (both good for the environment), less moving parts and a brand new screen design that will make the screens look so much better. I think this is the best design we've ever seen on an iMac.

 

[JayLenochiniMac]

You'll have to ignore them. There's always negativity no matter what the design/product is.

 

[bmunge]

I agree.

If I was only concerned with specs and price I'd build a Wiindoze machine. Macs are supposed to be simplistic and beautiful and the new iMac succeeds on every level.

 

[EPiCDiNGO]

The iMac needs to bring back the old huge style CRT screens (bigger is better, thats the American way isn't it?)

 

[iSayuSay]

The iMac needs to bring back the old huge style CRT screens (bigger is better, thats the American way isn't it?)

In contrary .. Yes bring back CRT as display. Black is black, switching resolution does not induce blurry images, no lighbleeding BS. And I never had a LCD of any kind which lasts 10 years. All my CRTs did. Built to last. Just the way it's supposed to be.

 

[Spink10]

I think this is the best design we've ever seen on an iMac.

Yes

Some people would like some features that would make it impossible to have the current design. I understand that frustration. They are more concerned about certain features then the design.

I like the thin look - very visually appealing.

 

[Icaras]

I absolutely agree with everything said OP. Love the new design.

 

[the8thark]

I think this is the best design we've ever seen on an iMac.

I agree. I'm waiting for the benchmarks though. To see how the 5400rpm drives and new GPU's are on performance. But that's internals not design.

If people want computers that are just a screen with a 1-2mm computer behind you can roll up for easy transportation, not possible today. But you need stuff like Apple is doing now to slowly go on that path. So +1 to Apple from me.

 

[turtlez]

it's called Apple Hate Syndrome. Basically you will hate on anything that is better than you if you contract this wide spread disease.

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In contrary .. Yes bring back CRT as display. Black is black, switching resolution does not induce blurry images, no lighbleeding BS. And I never had a LCD of any kind which lasts 10 years. All my CRTs did. Built to last. Just the way it's supposed to be.

But CRTs will kill your eyes and induce radiation on you as well as destroy the planet you live on. Your life longer or your Screen's life longer?

 

[G-Mo]

I agree it's aesthetically appealing, however, it's done so at the cost of practicality, usability and upgradability.

 

[Purant]

In contrary .. Yes bring back CRT as display. Black is black, switching resolution does not induce blurry images, no lighbleeding BS. And I never had a LCD of any kind which lasts 10 years. All my CRTs did. Built to last. Just the way it's supposed to be.

You forgot the non existent input lag. I miss CRTs as well....

 

[henry72]

Yea it is amazing! Wish they make a video or ad for it

 

[marsmissions]

I don't like the extra rounded back. It's ugly from the side.

 

[Ih8Bart]

Oh thanks for this thread. I'm getting tired of Kids with MHS, the Mac-Hate-Syndrom,as described above.
And yes, I Love the New iMac too, and it will Look and work just Great in my Office!

 

[Gav2k]

I agree. I'm waiting for the benchmarks though. To see how the 5400rpm drives and new GPU's are on performance. But that's internals not design.

If people want computers that are just a screen with a 1-2mm computer behind you can roll up for easy transportation, not possible today. But you need stuff like Apple is doing now to slowly go on that path. So +1 to Apple from me.

I see what your saying BUT the internals have been dictated by the design!

 

[marsmissions]

I agree it's aesthetically appealing, however, it's done so at the cost of practicality, usability and upgradability.

So.... It's an all-in-one?

 

[Lankyman]

I can't believe all the negative nonces!

The design is fantastic. It has 40 percent less volume, 8 pounds lighter (both good for the environment), less moving parts and a brand new screen design that will make the screens look so much better. I think this is the best design we've ever seen on an iMac.

Reminds me of the wayward sister who we thought was simply overweight but when she slims down we find she's pregnant. What's that back all about?

8 pounds lighter, wow that really matters for a "Desktop". I suppose you're the kind of guy that sees a single flower growing in the aftermath of a nuclear holocaust and remarks "isn't that pretty".

I'll stick with my 2011 iMac thanks very much and give this "porker" a miss. Let's hope for something better by 2014.

 

[Mister Bumbo]

The new design is indeed stunning!

I agree that the compromises made for the 21.5" is somewhat disappointing - but let's not forget it's still a really awesome high quality computer! If the heat dissipation in the 27" is good I'll love this design even more!

 

[captjon]

I agree it's aesthetically appealing, however, it's done so at the cost of practicality, usability and upgradability.

Practicality - what is more practical than an all in one with a single cable coming out of it?

Usability - ditto

Upgradability - if you want to upgrade your computer don't buy an all in one!

If the new iMac doesn't suit your needs buy something different, or make a compromise.

i like the design, love the fact they dropped the disc drive, and a hybrid drive is very useful. My worry is potential problems with the screen.

 

[Lankyman]

Practicality - what is more practical than an all in one with a single cable coming out of it?

Usability - ditto

Upgradability - if you want to upgrade your computer don't buy an all in one!

If the new iMac doesn't suit your needs buy something different, or make a compromise.

i like the design, love the fact they dropped the disc drive, and a hybrid drive is very useful. My worry is potential problems with the screen.

"All in One" but buy a separate optical drive - says it all really. If the label on the front read Heinz would you still be as enthusiastic? No I thought not.

 

[VassilyTheSkin]

I love the updated design. It's a thing of beauty indeed and I even like the "rounded back"

 

[kevsun92]

Finally someone makes a thread about how good the iMac is!! Having been getting sick of all the hater's cOmmentS.

 

[chevalier433]

I agree and the hardware used is great wish had the money to exchange.

 

[skyenet]

"All in One" but buy a separate optical drive - says it all really. If the label on the front read Heinz would you still be as enthusiastic? No I thought not.

and at the same time why not get an external 3.5" floppy drive, and even a 5.25" floppy floppy drive. Maybe even a USB 3.0 VHS or Betamax player as well

Optical drives are going out of date in case you hadn't noticed. I have had a Mac Mini for a year now and it has no optical drive and I have never even needed an external one for it. Yes a minority might want one sometime and for them there is the option of an external one. Why should the majority be lumbered with paying for something they don't need. Get with the times

Totally agree with original poster and think the new iMac looks great, though I think all iMacs look great Roll on being able to order a 27" BTO.

 

[RoelJuun]

Practicality - what is more practical than an all in one with a single cable coming out of it?

Usability - ditto

Upgradability - if you want to upgrade your computer don't buy an all in one!

If the new iMac doesn't suit your needs buy something different, or make a compromise.

i like the design, love the fact they dropped the disc drive, and a hybrid drive is very useful. My worry is potential problems with the screen.

What does all-in-one have to do with upgradability? So the former iMacs are suddenly not all-in-ones anymore?

I truly like the design, I truly hate having to pay Apple serious money for drive upgrades that they enforce due to the design. And the entry 21,5" iMac is just ridiculous, 5400 rpm, price has gone up and no way to configure a different drive...Then you have to buy the even more expensive iMac that you might not need in terms of graphical and processing power AND pay extra for the drive. Yeah!