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True, but the number of people who want an all-in-one desktop is also very small, and probably intersects with the people who want to replace stuff more than th

• cloverich 13y ago
  Counterpoint - what are the chances Apple hasn't run the numbers on that, and made the (business wise) correct decision?
  • Touche 13y ago
    You're right, we should never question a business's decisions because they have more data than us and cannot possibly be wrong
    • Samuel_Michon 13y ago
      Given that the iMac is the best selling consumer desktop computer ever, I think it’s safe to assume Apple has put some thought into the matter.
      • iends 13y ago
        It's likely only the "best selling desktop computer ever" because of the abundance of choice for non-mac users. Not sure how that's relevant to the parent's point though...
        • Samuel_Michon 13y ago
          Exactly because the iMac is Apple’s main desktop offering for consumers, they need to know who the buyers are. I have no doubt they know exactly what their target market is and they’ve described it over and over: – People who want an easy to use computer – People who want a relatively hassle-free experience (good built-in apps, little chance of malware, good support from the manufacturer) – People who value build quality and aesthetics and who are willing to pay for that
      • NewsFlash 13y ago
        No it isn't.
      • baddox 13y ago
        Also given that Apple is very profitable.
• tekacs 13y ago
  The number of people who: 1) Want a Mac 2) Want a desktop, not a laptop (surprisingly many) 3) Can't afford a Mac Pro and a Mac Mini is both scary (no screen? :O) and too small is fairly large, methinks. Also, an all-in-one desktop (a box you can plug into the wall that requires no other wires to act as a full machine - cf. laptops) is, from the experience I've had (anecdotal myself too, amongst friends and extended interaction) pretty commonly desirable. :/