Apple has officially unveiled its newest Apple iMac (2021) model with the powerful M1 processor and an all-new sleek design that comes in seven different colors. The iMac features a 24-inch display with True Tone display technology. It also comes with a new Magic Keyboard with Touch ID, a Magic Mouse and a Magic Trackpad.
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The Apple iMac (2021) has a 1080p FaceTime HD camera, with six speakers to create full-sounding audio. It also offers up to 16GB of unified memory with up to 2TB internal storage. This all-in-one computer also comes with lot of port for interface connection.
Apple iMac (2021) Key Features and Specs
- 24-inch 4.5K Retina display
- True Tone technology
- Apple M1 chip
- Intel Iris Plus Graphics
- macOS Big Sur
- Magic Keyboard, Magic Mouse and Magic Trackpad.
- Up to 16GB RAM
- Up to 2TB SSD
- Six-speaker sound system
- 1080p FaceTime HD camera
- Touch ID
- Wi-Fi 6
Design
Apple iMac (2021) features a slim design crafted using anodized aluminum material. It has slimmed down the boarders around the screen which lets the larger 24-inch display fit perfectly into the chassis with a giant chin at the base.
It also has a much more streamlined stand with a new L-shaped profile, made from the same design as the body, to allows the angle of the display be easily adjusted. At the top bezel, the desktop has a 1080p FaceTime HD camera which delivers high-quality video and great performance in low light.
This iMac all-in-one computer also comes with a new power connector that attaches magnetically and a beautifully woven 2-metre-long colour-matched cable to complete the premium yet simple design.
Furthermore, at the back, the Apple iMac (2021) features 4 USB-C connectors; two of these are standard USB-C ports, while the other two are Thunderbolt ports, with greater bandwidth. There is also a power port for charging.
Above all, the in a desktop is available in a range of bright colors, including green, blue, pink, silver, orange, yellow, and purple.
Display
Apple iMac (2021) sports a 24-inch 4.5K retina display with a resolution of 4480 x 2520 and 11.3 million pixels. It also features the True Tone technology which automatically adjusts the color temperature o depending on the ambient light, hence, resulting in a more natural viewing experience.
The screen is able to display up to one billion colours, and boasts a wide P3 color gamut with support for 4K HDR contents. This ultra-wide iMac has 500 nits of brightness with a 21:9 aspect ratio.
Performance
Apple iMac (2021) is equipped with the Apple Silicon M1 chip, a powerful 8-core CPU that comes with an 8-core GPU, a unified memory architecture, and the 16-core Apple Neural Engine.
According to Apple, the CPU is 85% faster while the GPU is 2x faster than the previous model. In addition, the image signal processor in the M1 chip and the Neural Engine, helps enhance camera image quality with better noise reduction, greater dynamic range, and improved auto exposure and white balance.
To back up the performance, this Apple iMac comes with 16GB of onboard memory and up to 2TB SSD.
iMac (2021 M1) also run on macOS 11 Big Sur which helps beautify the interface of the computer and give user easy access to control and customize its function. This latest version of the world’s most advanced desktop operating system is packed with new enhancements for key apps including Safari, Messages, and Maps, as well as new privacy features.
Audio
Apple iMac (2021) has an impressive sound system. It comes with six-speaker sound system with two pairs of force-cancelling woofers placed side by side for an impressive bass response, and Dolby Atmos support for virtual surround sound. There is also three built-in mics form directional beams that capture your voice more clearly for FaceTime calls.
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Accessories
Inside the box, the iMac 2021 M1 model comes with a Magic Keyboard with TouchID which comes in the new colors as the desktop computer. This is the first time Apple has expanded Touch ID to an external keyboard, thus allowing you to unlock your system which just your finger.
The keyboard has a soft key with function key at the top, left and right. There is also the numpad below the top function key while the touchID is located at the top right hand side
Inside the box, there is also the Magic Mouse and the Magic Trackpad.
Finally, Apple iMac 2021 M1 supports 802.11ac Wi-Fi wireless networking and Bluetooth 5.0 wireless for perfect sharing and connectivity.
Apple iMac (2021) Price and Availability
The Apple iMac (2021 M1) price starts at $1,299. It is available on Apple’s official store and other third-party e-commerce platforms like Amazon.
Apple iMac (2021) Specs
Here are a few specs of the Apple iMac (2021 M1):
General Features
- OS: macOS 11 Big Sur
- Processor: Apple Silicon M1 chip
- GPU: 8-core GPU
- Memory: 16GB of onboard memory
- Colours: Green, yellow, orange, pink, purple, blue, and silver
- Dimension: –
- Weight: 9.83 pounds
Display & Keyboard
- Display: 24-inch 4.5K retina display, 500 nits.
- Keyboard: Backlit Magic Keyboard
- Pointing Device: Touch Pad, Touch Bar
Storage
- Built-in Storage: Up to 2TB SSD
- Optical Storage: –
- Bundled Cloud Storage: –
Ports & Connectivity
- Webcam: 1080p FaceTime HD camera
- USB Ports: Yes 2 (USB Type C ports)
- HDMI: –
- Thunderbolt Ports: Yes, 2 ports
- DisplayPort: –
- VGA: –
- Ethernet (RJ-45): –
- SD Slot: –
- Mic/Headphone: Yes
- WLAN: 802.11ac Wi‑Fi
- Bluetooth: Yes, Bluetooth 5.0
- NFC: –
- Docking Connector: –
- Mobile Broadband: –
Other Features
- six Stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos
- Three microphones
- 3.5 mm headphone jack
- Touch ID
- Wide color (P3)
- True Tone technology
