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Apple computer recommendations?

Asked by JasonsMom08 (441points) November 10th, 2009

My mom is looking to get a new computer, and she wants to get an Apple. She has an iMac that is old. Does anyone have any recommendations for a new Apple computer – she mostly does email and stores/prints photos, and some basic word processing. She doesn’t want to spend a lot of money though – definitely under $1000. Thanks in advance!

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erichw1504's avatar

Under $1,000? Good luck with that.

Dr_C's avatar

Just the basic macbook would be perfect for her needs.

And the new mac mini is under $600… here

fireinthepriory's avatar

The basic Mac mini is a good basic machine, and only $600. If she doesn’t need a laptop, she’ll just just as much power (with a little less memory) for cheaper – although she will have to get a keyboard, mouse and monitor if she doesn’t have them already. I assume she does have a keyboard and mouse at least from her previous iMac, and a cheap monitor shouldn’t cost too much if you don’t get the Apple display, which is admittedly a bit expensive.

justn's avatar

If she wants a desktop and already has a keyboard, mouse, monitor, and speakers, a Mini is a great option.

If she wants a laptop a refurbished MacBook would be great too.

Heck, I’d even buy a refurbished Mini. You still get the same warranty, can buy Apple Care, and Apple’s refurbs are practically brand new anyway.

Dr_C's avatar

You can also get a refurb display.. the wireless mouse and keyboard are both pretty inexpensive…

patg7590's avatar

Yay for Mac Mini! Pay no heed to the scoffers… go back to your pricemongering @erichw1504 ! :-P

gtreyger's avatar

Mac mini or MacBook. If you are in college or work for the government or school, you can get your Mom a discount on her new computer!

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