DrunkenMaster Posted August 14, 2004 Share Posted August 14, 2004 I think its a stupid idea to make an all-in one for a few reasons: 1) Expandability 2) Logicstics & Shipping. Warranty repair might be more costly if the whole unit needs to be shipped back. My bet is more than a few screens will crack. Don't give me the BS about getting a G5 if I want to expand the system. I don't think anyone should have to spend over $2000 to get more expansion in their system: rip-off. If Apple keeps an iMac style like they had previously (better with a buy-your-own screen option) or better yet a new Cube-like design ... I am sold. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearded Kirklander Posted August 14, 2004 Share Posted August 14, 2004 I think its a stupid idea to make an all-in one for a few reasons:1) Expandability 2) Logicstics & Shipping. Warranty repair might be more costly if the whole unit needs to be shipped back. My bet is more than a few screens will crack. Don't give me the BS about getting a G5 if I want to expand the system. I don't think anyone should have to spend over $2000 to get more expansion in their system: rip-off. If Apple keeps an iMac style like they had previously (better with a buy-your-own screen option) or better yet a new Cube-like design ... I am sold. It is very easy to expand with Firewire and USB nowadays... Shipping costs are minimal, except for the weight of the built in monitor really, but LCD's don't weight that much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeoXY Posted August 14, 2004 Share Posted August 14, 2004 So when did Apple say the new iMacs are coming out? It's due in September...... hey......I don't mind any of those designs......on;y if I had the money.... :shifty: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radioboy Posted August 14, 2004 Share Posted August 14, 2004 I think it will still be white, as everything from apple (except isight) are white...ibook ipod current imac ... or maybe it will look like isight's metal feel it will be white you'll notice a very clear separation powermac, powerbook, xserve, all the pro lines are metal imac, ibook, ipod, all the consumer lines are white plastic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearded Kirklander Posted August 14, 2004 Share Posted August 14, 2004 I just thought of something. The iMac is really heavy because the base has to be stable to accomodate the floating LCD, right? If they integrate the LCD into the base unit, it won't have to be that heavy and so could actually cost less to ship in for repair. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
couture Posted August 14, 2004 Author Share Posted August 14, 2004 ^ But that would look ugly :x I don't want them to change the design of the current iMacs, because personally I think they look beautiful. I am holding off on buying a mac because I want to see what design they come up for the iMacs :shifty: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
giga Veteran Posted August 14, 2004 Veteran Share Posted August 14, 2004 You cant say something looks ugly until you see it... (just a wise word of advice ;) ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerry Posted August 14, 2004 Share Posted August 14, 2004 I just thought of something. The iMac is really heavy because the base has to be stable to accomodate the floating LCD, right? If they integrate the LCD into the base unit, it won't have to be that heavy and so could actually cost less to ship in for repair. :) Apple is going to do that, atleast you can guess pretty much from the latest ThinkSecret news. I really liked the floating LCD idea but I wont write off the new design until I see it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
couture Posted August 14, 2004 Author Share Posted August 14, 2004 Good point...I guess it's all about the execution :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goheels681 Posted August 14, 2004 Share Posted August 14, 2004 Apple is going to do that, atleast you can guess pretty much from the latest ThinkSecret news. I really liked the floating LCD idea but I wont write off the new design until I see it. Anneversary of the 9" monochrome mac? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerry Posted August 14, 2004 Share Posted August 14, 2004 Anneversary of the 9" monochrome mac? :huh: I dont know what you're referring to. :p (Sorry still new to Macs/Apple thing) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearded Kirklander Posted August 15, 2004 Share Posted August 15, 2004 I really liked the floating LCD idea but I wont write off the new design until I see it. Sounds fair to me. :) I hope the new design is a good one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearded Kirklander Posted August 15, 2004 Share Posted August 15, 2004 :huh: I dont know what you're referring to. :p (Sorry still new to Macs/Apple thing) Those were some darn cool machines. Kind of like a bread box turned on its side with a 9" monochrome screen and a super drive (floppy that read PC disks too). I think there was a Mac Classic revival version even. Good stuff, for its time. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
digitalslacker Posted August 15, 2004 Share Posted August 15, 2004 i like the new design Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearded Kirklander Posted August 15, 2004 Share Posted August 15, 2004 i like the new design But the new design is not actually shown yet, I believe. None of them are real, as far as I know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inziga Posted August 15, 2004 Share Posted August 15, 2004 Really, the only thing I hope Apple doesn't do is make it look like another generic all in one. The way that ThinkSecret described it as looking like that Sony Vaio absolutly made me want to barf. Yes, some people may not like the imac as it is now, but everyone has to admit that the enginering behind its display and everything is uncompairable to anything out there now. My vision of the next imac would be that it looks just like the cinima display, but with a white finish and thicker so that the internals can be housed. This would fit the "pizza box" rumors, and it would look kick ass. Yes, it would mean that the ard drive and CD/DVD drive would have to be vertical, but advancements in drives have come a long way since they said that as their reason for the half-ball iMac. I pray and trust that Apple won't screw up, but there is always that chance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
piel Posted August 17, 2004 Share Posted August 17, 2004 The new Imac G5 ? :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plainold Posted August 17, 2004 Share Posted August 17, 2004 welcome to neo piel, and THAT is the best and promising mockup 'til now :woot: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corona Posted August 17, 2004 Share Posted August 17, 2004 The new Imac G5 ? http://mackompass.de/images/stories/apple/imac_g5_aio.jpg :cool: :woot: it looks better than sony viao :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menge Posted August 17, 2004 Share Posted August 17, 2004 The new Imac G5 ? http://mackompass.de/images/stories/apple/imac_g5_aio.jpg :cool: WOW! now THAT's what i'd expect from Apple :D that looks absolutely AWESOME!!! :D:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unique Posted August 17, 2004 Share Posted August 17, 2004 wowsers...SEXY. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radioboy Posted August 17, 2004 Share Posted August 17, 2004 if it was white plastic id expect it we arent goign to see a metal imac, it's not part of the "power____" line, which the aircraft aluminum is saved for Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearded Kirklander Posted August 17, 2004 Share Posted August 17, 2004 Does anybody know when the real announce/release date is for the new iMacs? I'd kinda like to know so I can get mentally prepared. :woot: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeoXY Posted August 17, 2004 Share Posted August 17, 2004 The new Imac G5 ? http://mackompass.de/images/stories/apple/imac_g5_aio.jpg :cool: looking real good...god job..:yes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrickFinlay2 Posted August 17, 2004 Share Posted August 17, 2004 anyone have an est. cost of the new ones? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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