Apple 27" iMac Desktop Computer (Intel Core i5, 16GB RAM, 1TB HDD, Late 2012)

The 27 iMac Desktop Computer from Apple is an all-in-one desktop computer with an ultra-slim unibody design. Measuring at just 5mm at its edges, the iMac has 40% less volume than its predecessor. The body of the iMac isn't the only thing that got thinner. The LCD display is now 5mm thinner, and Apple also removed a 2mm gap between the LCD panel and the glass to save even more space. The 27 widescreen display features LED backlighting for vibrant, accurate color. With in-plane switching (IPS) technology, the iMac has a wide 178° viewing angle.

The screen has a 16:9 aspect ratio and Full HD 2560 x 1440 native resolution, supported by an nVIDIA GeForce GTX 660M graphics card with 512MB discrete GDDR5 memory. Just because it's thinner doesn't mean the iMac sacrifices performance. The iMac features a quad-core Ivy Bridge 2.9GH z Intel Core i5 processor. The processor can also be overclocked up to 3.6GH z, thanks to Intel Turbo Boost 2.0 technology. The system also has 16GB of 1600MHz DDR3 RAM, a 1TB 7200rpm hard drive, 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11 a/b/g/n Wi-Fi, a 720p FaceTime HD camera, dual microphones and built-in stereo speakers.

For ports, the iMac has dual Thunderbolt ports (which also double as Mini DisplayPorts) and four USB 3.0 ports. You'll be able to connect with various compatible components. If you would rather go wireless with your peripherals, you can use Bluetooth 4.0 technology where compatible. Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion comes preinstalled on the iMac. Mountain Lion introduces a host of new features, such as Contacts, Calendar, Reminders, Notification Center and more. It seamlessly integrates with your other Apple devices, such as the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch using iCloud.

Just sign into iCloud with your Apple ID and you'll instantly have access to all your settings, files, photos, music and more. Also included with Mountain Lion is iLife. iLife has a complete suite of digital creativity applications. Easy enough for anyone to use, iLife will help you edit your home movies, organize digital photos, and compose original music. The system is also powerful enough to run Apple's professional-level applications, perfect for those who are ready to move up to the next level of creative software.