“Apple Inc. has dropped ‘Computer’ from its name, but its computer business is still growing, even if the iPod player is the company’s real star,” Peter Svensson reports for The Associated Press.
“Apple’s resurgence started with the first iMac, in 1998. Little by little, Apple has been persuading people to opt for Macintosh computers over Windows PCs,” Svensson reports.
Svensson reports, “After Apple refreshed its iMac line last week, I decided to test one from the perspective of a Windows user. I found it to be a powerful if not completely irresistible enticement to switch.”
“The Apple experience in a nutshell: Tight integration of hardware, software and Web services, along with great interface design, allowed me to download, edit and upload [a] video [created with iMovie 08] without ever going to the user manual,” Svensson report.
“The iMac deserves to be a strong contender for any PC user looking to get a new computer. If I was looking to replace my PC right now, I would be sorely tempted. Even the Windows software I’ve accumulated over the years isn’t a real reason not to switch, because Macs can now run Windows, too (with some additional software purchases),” Svensson reports.
Full article here.
MacDailyNews Take: “When was the last time you were excited about an iMac?” – Peter Svensson, June 27, 2007, while detailing Apple’s “greatest misses” for The Associated Press.
Looks like today is the last time Peter was excited about an iMac. 
> Screen reflections are a serious distraction when viewing the new iMac screen at my local Apple Store.
I did not find screen reflections to be distracting at my local Apple Store. Perhaps they were distracting because you were focused on seeing the reflections, instead of being focused on what’s on the screen 2 feet away from your eyes.
Ahhh me eyes!!
darn that glossy screen, never will I buyz, to hurt my eyez
that’s what I say…
Glossy screens may not seem to be a problem right away, but because of the slight reflection, however so slight, causes the eyes to continously to focus between the image your trying to see and the reflection.
Eventually longterm use of the glossy screen iMac’s WILL CAUSE EYESTRAIN AND HEADACHES.
That’s a fact.
I personally find the glossy screen computers look like shiny cheap crap designed to appeal to young buyers.
Seasoned computer users are apparantly being ignored.
But your CRT leaves your eyes refreshed?
I’m no glossy screen apologist, but please…. You probably need to check your prescription now!
So, WHAT are the reasons to actually use Windows nowadays?
I mean that serious.
Putting certain games aside, are there really any mainstream apps that are only available on Windows?
I finally saw the iMacs in person. They are extremely beautiful machines and finally can give my PM dual G5 a run for its money.
Hey, the graphite DV model (400MHz) was the only model iMac I had as well. It’s long gone now, sadly. My brother has it.
http://www.thestreet.com/_rms/s/fast-money-recap-priming-the-fed-liquidity-pump/newsanalysis/stockpickr/10373808_6.html
“Apple (AAPL – Cramer’s Take – Stockpickr – Rating) was down 6% despite technology being a safe haven. Macke says the stock looks OK for a trade unless it breaks $121, then it will hit $100.”
Microsoft Corp. (MSFT)’s new Windows Vista will barely give you the time of day on 1 GB.
he_he_he…
Mine’s working flawless though (P4 2.8GHz, 1GB, GF6600GT)
MW: used: Have the dude even used Vista on proper hardwares at least once?
Zune Tang has got a point. If you like butt ugly computers, his alternative to the iMac is definately the one to buy.
I prefer Dell for their price – plus you can roll your own graphics card, processor, and other niceties. Imac has subpar graphics, just look at the frame rates you’ll get in Unreal Tournament or World of Warcraft compared to a Dell costing less than $1000.
Shame on you Apple!
Hey, that looks like an endorsement for iMovie ’08 from a potential Switcher.
MW: “fact”, as in, fact is, iMovie must be worse than we previously thought if a Switcher had not problems with it.
Zune Tang: When I behold that HP wonder, I’m reminded of Robbie the Robot.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robbie_The_Robot
Snapping relays, and twirling thingies.
Keep up the good work!
Just paid a visit to my local Apple Store today doing my hands-on with the iPhone (loved it!), the Apple TV (very cool), and the new iMac (very impressive). Didn’t even notice the reflections in the screen until I was about to leave, then simply adjusted the angle downward (it was reflecting the ceiling lights) and it was better than perfect.
Oh, by the way, also on the way out I noticed…no Mac Minis in sight ANYwhere. Hmmm.
Peace.
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