As forecast by SmartHouse, Apple has launched new models of its iMac all-in-one desktop Macintosh line, with more powerful Intel Core i “Sandy Bridge” quad-core processors and 10Gbps Thunderbolt I/O data connections.As before, the iMacs come in two screen sizes: 21.5 and 27 inches. Both now have quad-core i5 processors with an option to step up to Core i7 chips, with speeds up to 3.4GHz.
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The 21.5-inch iMac has a single Thunderbolt port while the 27-inch model has two. Apple claims they are the first desktop computers to include the superfast Thunderbolt technology developed by Intel.
The new models also have built-in HD cameras for making video calls using Apple’s FaceTime technology – in HD to other FaceTime-equipped iMacs and in standard definition to iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch users, as well as other Macs.
In Australia the basic 21.5-inch model will sell for $1399, $200 less than its dual-core predecessor. The basic 27-incher is also $200 cheaper at $1949.
