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Case: All-in-one, USB ports: 3 x USB 2.0, FireWire ports: 2 x FireWire 400, OS provided: Apple MacOS X 10.4 ...
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8.6 out of 10

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- - 17" iMac G5 1.9GHz Evaluation 5 out of 5
  - Source: machome.com
- January 2006
  17" iMac G5 1.9GHz
  
  Review summary: Internal upgrades, hardware and software add-ons make this iMac an outstanding deal
  
  Pros: Built-in iSight, Apple Remote with Front Row software, noticeable speed upgrades, includes a Mighty Mouse, lighter than before, very attractive display, SuperDrive with DL DVD burning, built-in Airport Extreme and Bluetooth 2.0.
  
  Cons: No built-in modem, must buy QuickTime Pro to record video from the internal iSight.
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- - Apple iMac G5 (2.1GHz, 20-inch) Review - PCs Evaluation 0 out of 5
  - Source: cnet.com.au
- November 2005
  Apple iMac G5 (2.1GHz, 20-inch) Review - PCs
  By Troy Dreier, CNET.com
  
  Review summary: Believe it or not, Apple still makes computers, even if its latest iMac seems more entertainment centre than home computer.
  
  Pros: Built-in iSight camera for videoconferencing and photos, Remote control and Front Row software let you enjoy media from across the room, Faster and cheaper than past models
  
  Cons: TV missing from Front Row media application, Can't adjust the height of the screenv Expandability limited to adding RAM, Only 90 days of phone support.
  
  Verdict: The Apple iMac G5 gets trimmer and cheaper as it ups its performance and adds a handful of multimedia features, resulting in an all-around first-rate home PC.
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- - Apple iMac G5 (2.1GHz, 20-inch) Evaluation 0 out of 5
  - Source: zdnet.com.au
- November 2005
  Apple iMac G5 (2.1GHz, 20-inch)
  By Troy Dreier
  
  Review summary: Believe it or not, Apple still makes computers, even if its latest iMac seems more entertainment centre than home computer.
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- - Apple iMac G5 (20-inch) Evaluation 4 out of 5
  - Source: goodgearguide.com.au
- November 2005
  Apple iMac G5 (20-inch)
  By Ross Catanzariti
  
  Pros: Slim and compact design, included Mighty Mouse, in-built iSight camera, ease-of-setup, bright and responsive display, remote control, built-in Bluetooth
  
  Cons: Limited internal expansion, some issues with Front Row software
  
  Verdict: An excellent computer for either home or business use, unless you require excessive performance or add-ons, the iMac is a highly recommended and capable machine.
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- - Apple iMac G5 (2.1GHz, 20-inch) Evaluation 4 out of 5
  - Source: cnet.com
- November 2005
  Apple iMac G5 (2.1GHz, 20-inch)
  By Troy Dreier
  
  Pros: Built-in iSight camera for videoconferencing and photos ; remote control and Front Row software let you enjoy media from across the room ; faster and cheaper than past models
  
  Cons: TV missing from Front Row media application ; can't adjust the height of the screen ; expandability limited to adding RAM ; only 90 days of phone support
  
  Verdict: The Apple iMac G5 gets trimmer and cheaper as it ups its performance and adds a handful of multimedia features, resulting in an all-around first-rate home PC.
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