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[Altaire4_2dot0]

Hands-on iMac G5 impressions

Just test drove a new G5 iMac 1.8 ghz 20" and I must say I'm impressed with the engineering. The unit was whisper quiet and fast. The most important part was that all of the parts are user replaceable. Three standard philip head screws open the unit case. The white lucite or acrylic case echoes the iPod design. The LCD display is top notch. We are getting a 17' demo unit to show around our organization soon. Apple systems are now being offered along side the Dell Win XP systems. The Apple pricing is very competitive and its now a battle for hearts and minds. Apple has a great and affordable consumer product line-up. I'm working on getting as many users an opportunity to drive one of these puppies before they make a decision on what type of system they want to replace the aging Dell hardware.

The Apple user base at my organization has grown by 3% this last year making the company roughly 12% Apple. I'm aiming for another 6% to 10% more Apple systems in the company and I believe the new iMac can do that.

BR, Altaire4 .... Go AAPL !!!!!