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Apple iMac (24in., 2.66GHz Core 2 Duo, 2009) review

Processor
Processor manufacturer: Intel
Processor model: Core 2 Duo
Clock speed: 2.66 GHz
Level 2 cache: 6 MB
Motherboard
Data bus speed: 1066 MHz
Memory
RAM installed: 4096 MB
Number of memory slots: 2
RAM capacity: 8 GB
Interfaces & networking
USB: 4 (+2 on keyboard)
FireWire (IEEE 1394): 1
Ethernet: Gigabit Ethernet
Other: AirPort Extreme Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g, Draft-N), Bluetooth 2.1+EDR
Hard drive storage
Hard drive interface type: SATA
Hard drive type: standard
Hard drive size: 640 GB
Rotation speed: 7200 rpm
Optical storage
CD / DVD type: DVD±RW (±R DL)/DVD-RAM
Video
Graphics processor: Nvidia GeForce 9400M
Graphics RAM: 256 MB
Graphics memory technology: shared with main memory
Video outputs: Mini DisplayPort (optional cables for DVI, VGA and dual-link DVI)
Display
Display type: LCD
Display technology: colour TFT
Display diagonal size: 24 in
Maximum resolution: 1920x1200 pixels
Cabinet (chassis)
Case form factor: all in one
Dimensions (W x H x D): 56.9x52x2 cm
Weight: 11.5 kg
Colour: silver
Audio
Audio outputs: line in/digital audio in, line out/digital audio out
Speakers: integrated
Number of speakers: 2
OS & software
Operating system: Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard
Software included: iLife '09 (iPhoto, iMovie, iDVD, iWeb, GarageBand)
Service & support
Standard warranty: 1 year
Service & support details: limited
Miscellaneous
Accessories: keyboard, mouse
Other: iSight camera
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Overview

Apple iMac (24in., 2.66GHz Core 2 Duo, 2009)

Editors rating
Rating: 7.8
Verdict

Apple has made a number of changes to its £1,199 iMac, but offering a 24in. screen at this price is the most impressive. The remaining updates are welcome, and the system's multitasking capability remains unmatched.

Typical price

£ 1199

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