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New iMac M1 stable on desk?

ivanwi11iams

ivanwi11iams

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Those of you that own the new iMac M1, when sitting on your desk, does it seem to sit stable?
Currently, I use a Mac Mini M1, and a 24" ACER monitor. Hence, I was thinking to 'upgrade' to an iMac. Saving space and all that.

But, when I look at the new iMac, they look flimsy. Hence, why I am asking about this...
 
Even when trying to plug into the back, it doesn't feel like it will tip or fall, it just spins a bit. That is on a laminated desk top.
 
circatee said:
Those of you that own the new iMac M1, when sitting on your desk, does it seem to sit stable?
Currently, I use a Mac Mini M1, and a 24" ACER monitor. Hence, I was thinking to 'upgrade' to an iMac. Saving space and all that.

But, when I look at the new iMac, they look flimsy. Hence, why I am asking about this...
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It's so well balanced. Light but very stable. Easy to turn around with one hand but heavy enough to not shake.
 
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Thanks for the feedback everyone. Much appreciated. Now, to convince the Missus I need this, even though I have a Mac Mini M1 :)
 
It‘s too light and spins/slides too easily in my opinion. I compare to the old model which was heavier. When you pull out certain peripherals from the USB ports on this one the computer actually moves.
 
I have a 24" iMac which is my third iMac, the other two being 27". I have always anchored the imac to my desk, partly because I live in earthquake country.
 
I would say it is perfectly stable, but easy to slide (at least on my matte finish timber veneer desk). For me this is a good thing, as it is easy to push the iMac further away/closer if I want to.
 
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The iMac should 'sit' okay on a desk like this, no?

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I actually went to a Best Buy today, to see the iMac 24" in person.
Honestly, if the one I wanted was in stock, I would have purchased it. Alas...
 
circatee said:
Thanks for the feedback everyone. Much appreciated. Now, to convince the Missus I need this, even though I have a Mac Mini M1 :)
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Wait a bit for the 27" M1 iMac that's surely coming and decide after that.

Maybe bribe your wife by saying the Mac Mini can be hers? :)
 
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