All Things Workplace doesn't just mean "work." So here is a brief interlude to check out some sweet products that will put points on that vanity credit card and add some great gizmos to the cubicle or the corner office.
The new Apple 24" iMac
That's right--it's got a 24" screen and it does it all. Even the IT department won't go too crazy (well, maybe) with the 64-bit Intel Core 2 Duo processor. It's available with speeds up to 2.33GHz and runs Window software using Apple Boot Camp or Parallels software. You do need to pay for a fresh copy of Windows in order to make that happen. But hey, if you're looking for a way to do it all then this is where it's at.
I confess to being a long-time Apple user. But that's just because their stuff always works. We've got PCs and a PC laptop in the office but they only get used when a client's software is kind of old and the Microsft apps for Apple don't cross over very well to Powerpoint and Word layouts.
This is a super machine for anyone who likes media. I use mine for DVD and home movie editing, music and podcast editing, digital photo work and, of course, for storing all my music on iTunes. The built-in camera can be used for video IM--just make sure you've got your desired photo phace in place.
FYI: I'm not an Apple reseller. I've used their products since 1987 and have no problem suggesting that people kick the tires. Click on the Apple link above if you'd like the official iMac tour.
How about an iPod alternative for $200?
Equal time for the competition.
Everyone knows iPod. It has nearly 80% market share in the U.S. The iRiver Clix offers another choice at a reasonable price. Windows users will be especially pleased because the maker, Reigncom, says that it requires Windows XP as well as Windows Media Player. It plays videos and music and even comes with a radio. Nice touch.
MTV fans will smile when they find out that the iRiver Clix works with MTV's subscription service, Urge.
Downsides? Well, it's possible that your entire digital music collection may not fit. The Clix has only 2 gigs of memory.
Check it out. It's new, it's attractive, and it's at iRiver Clix .
'til tomorrow...
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