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Report: Apple Developing 24-Inch OLED iMac With 600 Nits Brightness

dmbaggie said:
Can someone explain to me why in 2015 the max spec on a standard iMac was a 3tb fusion hard drive and 128 gb ram...and today, 10 years later the max spec is a 2tb hard drive and 32 gb of ram. What am I missing?
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RAM configuration is now tied to the SoC. They are limiting the SoC configurations they have to manufacture to the most popular/profitable choices. As for disk storage, SSDs are still more expensive than HDDs were ten years ago, and nowadays many people use the cloud.
 
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It'd be nice if a multi TRILLION dollar company could include more size variety in all of their product offerings.

Want an iPhone?
You must accept a patio paver in your pocket

iMac?
Sorry, all we can do is this little 24" screen
 
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EugW said:
The 27” iMac non-Pro was very commonly used by creative pros. It seems very few pros use the Apple Silicon iMacs, because the screen is too small.
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I think that’s the point. Apple wants pros to buy the Pro displays, not a consumer iMac.
 
People want a 55" iMac so why won't Apple do the right thing. Come on, Tim Apple.
 
1. I wouldn't want anything less than 27". If it's a 24" model, they can keep it.

2. It MUST offer Target Display mode. There is no way I would give up valuable desk space unless it allows me to plug in other devices - e.g. my work laptop (for which I need a big screen), gaming console, and family devices.

Even as a long time iMac fanboy (I've had four), the 27" 4K display I'm currently using paired with my MacBook Air is a much better solution. It offers all of the above.

Please do your homework Apple.
 
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Posting to promote the app called Vivid. It lets any HDR-equipped Macbook run the full 1600 nits all the time, instead of only activating them during HDR media. It's hard to go back to anything less than 1600 nits in full sunlight (for a macbook). In any case, 600 nits for an iMac is better than the existing 400(?) nits.
 
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I'm sitting here doing spreadsheets on my nice purple M3 24" iMac. The screen size is adequate for the purpose. Could another 3 inches work? Sure, especially when I am working with multiple spreadsheets. But 32" or even 30" would be way too big for the space I am working in. And the purple goes great with the paint in my living room. Finally, the computer works great for my work.

It's funny to me how some people seem to be offended by the existence of the 24" model. I like mine. If you don't like it, buy something else. Apple makes a product for you (a Mac mini, Mac Studio, or any MacBook + the monitors of your choice). I hope the 24" stays around for a long time, even if they introduce other screen sizes.
 
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I wish Apple would copy the Microsoft Surface. I have a 27" iMac and I remember going to the Microsoft store years ago and was blown away by how much more screen space it had because it was only 28" and then realized it was a 3:2 aspect. One of the few times I saw something blow away an Apple design.


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fathergll said:
I wish Apple would copy the Microsoft Surface. I have a 27" iMac and I remember going to the Microsoft store years ago and was blown away by how much more screen space it had because it was only 28" and then realized it was a 3:2 aspect. One of the few times I saw something blow away an Apple design.


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Amen! 🙌

The switch to 16:9 everywhere is so frustrating.
We aren't all optimizing our lives around widescreen video content.

Taller aspect ratios are really great for desktop OS usages.
 
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turbineseaplane said:
Nobody is offended by it at all.
Folks would simply like them to also make larger ones.
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There clearly is demand for a larger iMac, so Apple should just make it. But please don't give up on the fun colored iMacs, they are great machines. If Apple ever discontinues this current design, I will make sure to buy the last available one with max RAM to keep for a long time.
 
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Remember - everyone agrees that the M4 MacBook Air is an excellent machine. The current 24" iMac is the same exact computer in a different form factor. So the dislike of the iMac that I see from a lot of people is irrational when I see the same kinds of people praise the MacBook Air.
 
ProbablyDylan said:
It'd be cool if they sold the screen separately for Mac Mini / Studio buyers. Heck, I'd consider buying one if they did.
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Two 24" OLED screens could be a great setup for many depending on the space. Very few high quality 24" screens are available on the market today - there are basically zero that can be bought.
 
Adelphos33 said:
Remember - everyone agrees that the M4 MacBook Air is an excellent machine. The current 24" iMac is the same exact computer in a different form factor. So the dislike of the iMac that I see from a lot of people is irrational when I see the same kinds of people praise the MacBook Air.
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People have different expectations and needs for desktops vs laptops.
 
Adelphos33 said:
Remember - everyone agrees that the M4 MacBook Air is an excellent machine. The current 24" iMac is the same exact computer in a different form factor. So the dislike of the iMac that I see from a lot of people is irrational when I see the same kinds of people praise the MacBook Air.
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The iMac costs $300 more. For $1000 the M4 MBA is great. For $1300, the M4 iMac isn't.
 
ProbablyDylan said:
The iMac costs $300 more. For $1000 the M4 MBA is great. For $1300, the M4 iMac isn't.
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For $1,300 you get a larger screen and a fan. However, the prices are bit off - MacBook Air costs $750 and iMac costs $1,150 when bought from Amazon. It can make sense to buy both - which is what I have done, especially when an iMac cost less than a Studio Display.
 
turbineseaplane said:
People have different expectations and needs for desktops vs laptops.
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Some may, and some may not. If you want/need a much more powerful setup - Apple has you covered with a Mac Studio (or a MacBook Pro if you need it in laptop form).

Again - I think Apple should release larger and more powerful iMacs. But that doesn't mean the current iMac at its size and price isn't a strong option as well.

* Typed on my 24" iMac *
 
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For $1,300 you get a larger screen and a fan. However, the prices are bit off - MacBook Air costs $750 and iMac costs $1,150 when bought from Amazon. It can make sense to buy both - which is what I have done, especially when an iMac cost less than a Studio Display.
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I was looking on Apple's store since it's consistent. If we're using amazon prices, a $750 MBA and a $200 monitor come out way ahead IMO.

The iMac definitely has its place, but the MBA is just a better buy 8 times out of 10.
 
ProbablyDylan said:
I was looking on Apple's store since it's consistent. If we're using amazon prices, a $750 MBA and a $200 monitor come out way ahead IMO.

The iMac definitely has its place, but the MBA is just a better buy 8 times out of 10.
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Most $200 monitors on the market aren't retina and are ugly, so it's not really a like for like comparison. If you want a minimum standard of monitor, you are looking at at least $500 or more.
 
Adelphos33 said:
Most $200 monitors on the market aren't retina and are ugly, so it's not really a like for like comparison. If you want a minimum standard of monitor, you are looking at at least $500 or more.
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I don't think the people buying a bog standard Mac are doing that kind of shopping. Even so, a 750 MBA + 500 monitor is still only 1250, only $100 more than the iMac and now you have 2 screens. And you're still under the retail price of the iMac.
 
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Adelphos33 said:
Again - I think Apple should release larger and more powerful iMacs. But that doesn't mean the current iMac at its size and price isn't a strong option as well.
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Again - I'm not saying that it isn't!
You're mixing up different users that you are replying to.
 
...who would have thought Apple is working on releasing an improved computer and screen?
 
Yikes - I'm not sure that it's a good idea to go cranking up the brightness that high when it's only 18" away from my retinas...
 
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