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Apple eMac Desktop 17" M9252LL/A (1.0-GHz PowerPC G4, 128 MB RAM, 40 GB Hard Drive, DVD/CD-RW Drive)Platform: Mac OS X
Brand: Apple
Binding: Personal Computers
Warranty: 1 year warranty
Behind the times [Posted on 2004-03-22]
This system has spec way too low for today's software. Why buy something you will have to replace next year? Step up to something with more memory and a faster cpu (for example you need 128MB *just* to load office!). You will be sorry if you order this system.
Nice Machine, and the Price Is Right [Posted on 2004-04-02]
I have setup and worked quite a bit with this Apple product, although this is not my everyday machine. In short, this is a nice computer, and non-geek users will love how easy it is to setup and use for most tasks. I would especially recommend this computer for novice computer users or those who are simply fed up with the routine torture of working with older Windows machines. However: I strongly recommend upgrading the amount of RAM and considering the model with CD-RW (in case you're considering purchasing a used eMac.)
Easy to use and very capable [Posted on 2004-04-13]
I written reviews for these eMacs before and most of what was said is still true. It is a great starter machine for those interested in trying out Apple's computers (and the nearly crashproof/ viris-free OS/X operating system). Don't buy this machine if you expect to upgrade it later. The processor is not swappable. You can expand the memory, add an Airport wireless network card (still the easiest and the standard the other networking companies can only aspire to), and put in a bigger hard drive. That's about it. However, there's not a whole lot you NEED to add. Apple gives you a speedy G4 processor (don't be fooled by it's low by comparison to Intel MHZ rating), a large hard drive, built in 10/100 ethernet, built in 802.11b/g wireless networking capability, built in modem, built in good (not great but good) graphics card, built in stereo sound with internal front mounted speakers, an excellent 17" CRT monitor, industry standard FireWire/USB ports, a keyboard, and a mouse. Cheaper PCs are just that. You get what you pay for. Software includes the unbelievably great OS/X operating system, the iLife suite of digital tools (iMovie 4, iDVD 4 (This machine does not have a DVD burner, so while you CREATE DVD projects, you can't do anything with them), iTunes 4, iPhoto 4, and my new favorite GarageBand) that all work together almost like a single software suite, AppleWorks (get MS Office if a discount is available, it's much better than AW), and a couple of games to get you started. If you're worried about file compatibility with your Windows friends, don't be. With the exception of AutoCad (There are CAD programs that have file compatibility, but they typically are not as full-featured. And besides, you don't buy an eMac for CAD anymore than you would use a cheap Dell for CAD!), there are either the same or equivalent software available for everything except games. If you want to play games, buy a frigging PlayStation! OK, that's the good. Now the bad. Apple doesn't give you enough memory to really use this machine to its potential. Get another 512 megs. If you get involved with digital video (which takes up LOADS of hard drive space), shop around for an external FireWire drive. If Apple's way of easy digital video is what you're looking for, you may want to pay a little more to get the SuperDrive (DVD burner). You may need an analog to digital converter as well for your older video unless your DV camcorder has a passthrough. The eMac also does not have any USB 2 (USB 1.1 only) ports. So you cannot use USB 2 external devices (They will only run at USB 1.1 speeds). Also, I recommend getting QuickTime Pro (30 bucks) from Apple. I recommend as well Erica Sadun's terrific iMovie book that helps you use iMovie to its fullest. Lastly, Apple has G5 processors that are starting to make their way through their lines (Towers already here, portables within the year, consumer machines probably within 2 years). The eMacs will still be great machines, but will lag behind whatever Apple has coming out soon. Unless you need something right now, you may want to wait until then unless they discount them heavily. They're still worth what you pay now however.
2nd Best [Posted on 2006-11-27]
I'm a long time PC user, and I used my PC to make movies. Most of the movies were terrible quality and they froze my computer a LOT. My computer was also only 1 year old! When my friend got an iMac, I was surprised, and I thought he made a mistake. I thought Macs were even worse than PCs. I went to his house and tried it out. Man, I was wrong. OS X Tiger ran like a stallion. I was able access documents in seconds, while on my PC, it takes forever just for the start menu to open at times. He let me try out office 2004 for Mac, and it's even better than for PC (although it lags a little bit). I even tried World of Warcraft, and it ran extremely fast and smooth. My PC can't even run it!
I'm planning on getting an eMac, only because Apple computers is notorious for pricing. A standard iMac is $1500, while this is only $500. It's not as good as the iMac, but it's great for people who prefer the Mac experience to the PC hassle.
Want a good Mac without a good hunk of money? This computer is for you.
HATRED! [Posted on 2007-08-25]
I am even using it right now... I have had this computer for about 6 months now. I bought my younger brother this computer for his 16th birthday. It absolutley sucks... It is well built on the outside like speakers sound great the screen is bright and great... but when your inside deepers having to do with the system it sucks... first off- IPODS- if you dont like ipods or you just dont have one this computer isnt for you, it barely supports any mp3 players... second- POWER BUTTON- it took my little brother hours before he could find the power button... Third off-KEYBOARD- its very fragile... the eject button doesnt work anymore i mean it is posible it could of just been a bad button but i have never had this problem before and I have had many computers... AND FINALLY PROBLEM #4- ITS SLOW AND LAGS!- I bought my brother this computer to retire his old desktop... well in fact the old desktop goes about the same speed and it LAGS big time... My gateway desktop has 1.0 GHz and works a whole lot faster then this piece of junk not only that he cant play any of his games that he likes to play since mac doesnt support them... My overall conclusion is I would NOT recommend this computer to anyone at a price of 650.00 i expected something a little better...
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