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In need of advice, iMac? Mini? which way to go?
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<blockquote data-quote="Michael415" data-source="post: 507040" data-attributes="member: 22754"><p>Basically I could use some advice on what you think my best option would be.</p><p>I need to get a computer system that basically has a larger monitor. This system has a few requirements which leave my head spinning everytime.</p><p>I live in a flat, basically meaning no walls so less clutter the better.</p><p></p><p>Optimally the computer, or at least the monitor will mount on the wall w/a VESA arm so it can be pulled out and used, or be just left like a large picture when not doing computer things. </p><p></p><p>I initially thought the 20 iMac would be a perfect fit, except two issues, one it can't be wall mounted, and two the screen looks terrible compared to the 24 inch iMac or the cinema screen I use at work =(</p><p></p><p>The computer won't be used for intense graphics or games. Basically it will be used for interent access, emails and a few Oracle pieces of software which can be moderately taxing. </p><p></p><p>Initially my thought was iMac but am concerned a bit that the 24 inches is well big, as well as glossy. The 20 inch version is out of the running for sure, its just too much of a quality drop for viewing. Then I was thinking perhaps a mini with a 20 inch cinema screen would do the trick but I have concerns about it being slow and limited hard drive space. The third option I thought of was getting a MBP and the cinema screen combo just like I use at work but thats quickley driving the price way up...</p><p></p><p>Open to suggestions and thanks for the input.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Michael415, post: 507040, member: 22754"] Basically I could use some advice on what you think my best option would be. I need to get a computer system that basically has a larger monitor. This system has a few requirements which leave my head spinning everytime. I live in a flat, basically meaning no walls so less clutter the better. Optimally the computer, or at least the monitor will mount on the wall w/a VESA arm so it can be pulled out and used, or be just left like a large picture when not doing computer things. I initially thought the 20 iMac would be a perfect fit, except two issues, one it can't be wall mounted, and two the screen looks terrible compared to the 24 inch iMac or the cinema screen I use at work =( The computer won't be used for intense graphics or games. Basically it will be used for interent access, emails and a few Oracle pieces of software which can be moderately taxing. Initially my thought was iMac but am concerned a bit that the 24 inches is well big, as well as glossy. The 20 inch version is out of the running for sure, its just too much of a quality drop for viewing. Then I was thinking perhaps a mini with a 20 inch cinema screen would do the trick but I have concerns about it being slow and limited hard drive space. The third option I thought of was getting a MBP and the cinema screen combo just like I use at work but thats quickley driving the price way up... Open to suggestions and thanks for the input. [/QUOTE]
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