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Apple releases new Mac mini with Thunderbolt, Sandy Bridge, drops SuperDrive
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Apple, PC / Laptop,
If you're looking for an inexpensive Mac, the Mac mini is your answer, and Apple just released an updated model today alongside the release of OS X Lion. The new model sports Intel Sandy Bridge processors, either in the Core i5 or i7 flavor, along with a Thunderbolt port, Lion pre-installed, AMD Radeon HD discreet graphics, and Bluetooth 4.0. One thing that disappears from the Mac mini, though, is the SuperDrive. Instead, you'll have to rely on things like the Mac App Store for installing apps, and this shouldn't be too big a deal. The Mac mini starts at $599, and there's also a server version that ships with Lion Server for $999, and that one packs a Core i7 processor. You can purchase the new Mac mini now from the Apple Store.
Apple also released a refreshed MacBook Air today as well.
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Deal of the Day: $100 off the Dell Inspiron One 2305 all-in-one desktop PC
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Displays, Hot Deals, PC / Laptop,
Dell is offering $100 off the Inspiron One 2305 all-in-one desktop PC, and that's good enough to make that our Deal of the Day. The Inspiron One 2305 boats dual-core AMD processor, ATI HD4270 graphics, and is upgradeable to a multi-touch display, quad-core processors, and dedicated graphics. Using the coupon, you save $100 on all models. Shipping is free with this deal as well, so you end up saving even more:
Dell Inspiron One 2305 for $499
Don’t forget, if you’re looking for other deals, be sure to check out our Newegg Promo Code thread. Oh, and if you're on Twitter, be sure to follow @TechPromos for the latest deals, or you can Like TechPromos on Facebook.
Apple set to launch Sandy Bridge Mac Pro and Mac mini this fall
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Apple, PC / Laptop, Rumors,
It wouldn't be a weekend without a brand-new Apple rumor to feast upon. And today's no exception: According to Cnet's Brian Tong, unidentified sources have told him that Apple's going to launch an upgraded Mac Pro and Mac mini this fall.
Details on the configurations are scant, save for the two obvious upgrades that Apple would want to put in a refreshed system line: Intel Sandy Bridge CPUs and Thunderbolt connections. The timeline for the systems is a little nebulous as well—the systems could appear in late July or early August, though Tong claims that an August launch is the more likely scenario. Expect the refreshed systems to feature Mac's latest operating system iteration, OS X Lion.
Tong's source is allegedly the same individual that correctly predicted an early May refresh of Apple's iMac line—lo and behold, new iMacs sporting Intel's quad-core Sandy Bridge processors and Thunderbolt support hit stores on May 3.
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Deal of the Day: Alienware Aurora microATX Core i5/i7 gaming desktop for $1099
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Hot Deals, PC / Laptop,
Our Deal of the Day today brings you the Alienware Aurora microATX for $1099. This beast of a machine is built from the ground up to be a killer gaming rig, packed with the latest Sandy Bridge processors. The dual-core Core i5 and i7 chipset scream alongside the built-in 3 GB NVIDIA GeForce GTS450 graphics card and 4 GB RAM. Shipping is even free to boot:
Alienware Aurora microATX for $1099
Don’t forget, if you’re looking for other deals, be sure to check out our Newegg Promo Code thread. Oh, and if you're on Twitter, be sure to follow @TechPromos for the latest deals, or you can Like TechPromos on Facebook.
Deal of the Day: Save $300 on Dell Vostro 230 desktop PC
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Displays, Hot Deals, PC / Laptop,
The Deal of the Day today features a significant discount on the Dell Vostro 230 desktop PC series. You end up saving $300 on a Vostro 230 mini tower or slim tower that is configured to be over $699. Included in the price is a 23-inch Dell monitor, and shipping is free! Just be sure to use coupon code RBGFF90MV391F9 during checkout:
Save $300 on Dell Vostro 230 desktop PC
Don’t forget, if you’re looking for other deals, be sure to check out our Newegg Promo Code thread. Oh, and if you're on Twitter, be sure to follow @TechPromos for the latest deals, or you can Like TechPromos on Facebook.
Apple iMac 27-inch (2011) review
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Apple, PC / Laptop, Product Reviews,
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The Apple iMac 27-inch (Thunderbolt) ($1,999 list) is the newest top-of-the-line iMac, and it adds second-generation Intel Core i processors (aka, Sandy Bridge) to Apple's class-leading all in one Mac desktops, along with Thunderbolt ports first seen on the new MacBook Pro laptops. It has that huge, beautiful high-resolution screen, killer (if aging) design, and it is fast, fast, fast. Your "Mac OS or die" art director already wants one. Still, it's not enough to unseat the HP TouchSmart 610-1065qd as our high-end all in one desktop Editor's Choice, given that the latter offers quad-core power, a touch-screen display, and an innovative screen reclining feature, all for about $200 less. That said, read on for our full review of the 2011 27-inch iMac with Thunderbolt.
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Deal of the Day: 18% off the new iMac
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Apple, Hot Deals, PC / Laptop,
If you've grown tired of running out of battery power on your iPod touch, eBay has your answer. Today they're offering 18% off the new iMac. The iMac line was just updated six days ago with Sandy Bridge Intel processors, Thunderbolt ports, and more. Normally these sell for $1,199, but today's deal brings it to you for $979, saving you $220--and shipping is included in that price. They've got limited stock, and this deal will only last for a few hours. If you're interested, head on over:
Don’t forget, if you’re looking for other deals, be sure to check out our Newegg Promo Code thread. Oh, and if you're on Twitter, be sure to follow @TechPromos for the latest deals, or you can Like TechPromos on Facebook.
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New Apple iMac brings Thunderbolt, next-gen quad-core processors
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Apple, PC / Laptop,
Today, Apple announced updated iMac desktops with second-generation Intel Core processors and Thunderbolt interconnect technology. The new iMacs are available in the familiar 21.5-inch and larger 27-inch form factors, starting at $1,199 for the 21.5-inch model with an Intel Core i5, AMD Radeon HD 6750M graphics, and a 500GB hard drive.
Thunderbolt is Apple's implementation of Intel's Lightpath interconnect technology, first seen on Apple's MacBook Pro laptops. As before, Thunderbolt on the iMac is compatible with USB, FireWire, and Gigabit Ethernet via adapters. Thunderbolt supports mini DisplayPort monitors without an adapter, and can support (via adapters) VGA, DVI, HDMI, and full-sized DisplayPort with an adapter. Thunderbolt has a theoretical 10Gbps throughput, so it can accommodate all of these interconnects simultaneously using only one port. The iMac 21.5-inch models come with one Thunderbolt port, while the 27-inch features two Thunderbolt ports.
On the software side, all new iMacs come with Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, along with Apple's iLife '11 software (iPhoto, iMovie, iTunes, GarageBand, etc.). New for the iMac line is the inclusion of FaceTime HD, which allows video chat with FaceTime equipped iPhone 4, iPod Touch, and iPad 2 devices.
All iMacs are EPEAT Gold certified and meet Energy Star 5.2 requirements. The iMac's LED backlit display is mercury free and Apple uses PVC free cables and components. The new iMacs use Apple's familiar aluminum and glass chassis, and come with a SD card slot, wireless keyboard, and a choice of Apple's Magic Mouse or Magic Trackpad.
The new iMacs are available now through Apple Stores, store.apple.com, and authorized Apple Retailers. The base 21.5-inch iMac starts at $1,199 and $1,499, the base 27-inch iMac starts at $1,699 and $1,999. Configure to order options include high end Intel Core i7 processors, 2TB hard drives, 256GB SSD, additional system memory, and AppleCare.
If you're not looking for the latest and greatest, new iMacs also mean that there will be a ton of cheap iMacs hitting eBay.
Deal of the Day: $225 off HP Pavilion Elite HPE-400f
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Hot Deals, PC / Laptop,
HP has got a nice offer that we've made our Deal of the Day, for those of you looking for a new desktop! You get the HP Pavilion Elite HPE-400f AMD Phenom II 3 GHz quad-coredesktop PC with a monster 8 GB RAM and 1 TB hard drive, 512 MB ATI Radeon HD 5450 graphics card, and more. You save $225 off the regular price, saving you 26%. That is superb savings, and shipping is free:
Save $225 on HP Pavilion Elite HPE-400f
Don’t forget, if you’re looking for other deals, be sure to check out our Newegg Promo Code thread.
2010 Holiday Gift Guide Giveaway: Lenovo ThinkCentre M90z
Posted by Andru Edwards Categories: Features, PC / Laptop, Family,
We can definitely appreciate a well-built all-in-one, and Lenovo is known for their rugged build quality. That's why we're recommending their touchscreen M90Z in our 2010 Holiday Gift Guide - well, that, and we found an absolutely amazing deal on it on Amazon (51% off!) Even better? We're gonna be giving away one of these bad boys right here, right now. Details on that below, but first, let's talk about the M90z. For the price, you're getting a 23-inch LCD display that rocks an Intel Core i5 650 processor, 4GB of RAM, Intel GMA HD graphics, DVD burner, SD card reader, webcam, and multiple USB ports.
So, how do you win this thing? We've got three ways for you to enter:
Facebook:
Head on over to the Gear Live Facebook page and Like us. Then leave a comment on our wall. You can do this once per day until the contest ends, and each comment will count as an entry!
YouTube:
Check out our YouTube page and subscribe. That will give you an entry into the contest!
Twitter:
- Follow the Gear Live Twitter account
- On Twitter, post this tweet about our contest: “Hey @gearlive hook me up with the Lenovo M90Z! http://gear.lv/e-m90z” (Click here to tweet this now)
There you have it, three ways to enter. You must reside in the US to be eligible. The contest runs through Monday December 20, and we will announce a winner, who will be chosen randomly from all eligible entries, on the 21st. Oh, and if you don't win, don't worry, a few of our pals at other sites are running a similar contest, and we've got the full list for you after the break.
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