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Apple iMac Core 2 Duo (17-inch, 1.83GHz)

The 17-inch iMac is missing a few features you might like — SuperDrive and a remote control, to name two — but it still makes a stellar home PC, thanks to its great design, new Core 2 Duo processor, and superior software bundle. Plus, its price makes it a borderline budget PC.

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Apple MacBook Pro (17-inch, 2.16GHz Intel Core Duo)

With a solid array of components, a terrific set of features, and the lightest weight of any laptop its size, Apple's 17-inch MacBook Pro is a power user's dream, but it doesn't come cheap.

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Apple MacBook Pro (Core 2 Duo 2.33GHz, 17-inch)

Apple's Core 2 Duo 17-inch MacBook Pro is especially thin and light for a desktop replacement, making it an attractive choice for multimedia users on the go.

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Apple iMac Core 2 Duo (24-inch, 2.16GHz)

Other vendors might offer more flexible configurations and better deals on components, and the specter of HD video looms darkly, but the 24-inch iMac's sprawling display and convincingly capable features should set most people's minds at ease.

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Apple iMac Core Duo (20-inch, 2.0GHz)

Apple's Intel-based iMac Core Duo boasts an enviable combination of a first-rate design, an impeccable software bundle, and the newfound ability to run Windows in addition to Mac OS X. You simply won't find a more feature-packed, versatile mainstream computer.

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Apple speeds up iMacs with Core 2 Duo

Apple Computer's iMac desktops are now equipped with Intel's new Core 2 Duo processors.

MacBook Pro laptops upgraded with Core 2 Duo

Apple Computer has revved up its MacBook Pro notebooks with Intel Core 2 Duo processors, double the memory and a faster FireWire peripheral connection.

Apple to charge for faster Wi-Fi

Some MacBook Pro and MacBook customers have the faster 802.11n Wi-Fi chip already sitting in their systems, but it will cost AU$3 to light it up.

New Macs -- Intel inside, but not outside

The new Macs may have Intel inside, but they don't show the chipmaker's presence on the outside.

Apple teases launch of mysterious, 'fun' products

Apple Computer confirmed on Tuesday that it plans to introduce some "fun new products" next week, but declined to say more about what those products might be.

The Mac desktop family album

Just as the Xeon-based Mac Pro completed Apple's transition to Intel CPUs, the iMac received an upgrade to the new Core 2 Duo chips while also appearing in an awe-inspiring 24-inch model. Lest we forget the plucky Mac Mini, it is now completely dual core -- and still cheap. Our reviews will help you find your Mac match.

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