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A new iMac all in one desktop is available in shops now. The specialty of this computer is touch screen, edge – edge glass, aluminum enclosure, one piece system. This has been classified as a premium product priced at $1,199 that is around Rs 50,000 for 21.5″ display and 27″ starting at $1699. Wheres you will get a PC in the market with decent configuration for around Rs 15,000. But the PC will come in 3 parts – monitor, CPU (system tower) and speakers. In Mac its all integrated. Well, the keyboard is separate though! Also, concept of magic mouse is introduced in the new iMac.

In terms of design the MAC computers produced by Apple has always been a design marvel. Its looks are unique compared to any other PCs in the world. I had the opportunity to see Mac computers from very close quarters. I can tell you without any hitch that they are one of the best to work on.

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The new Ipod Nano comes with a built in video camera which lets you record anything at will. You need to scroll through the round menu to reach the video camera. There are two ways to record – portrait or landscape. You can also send this videos to Facebook or Mobileme. A built in mic also lets you capture sound. You can edit your video right on your Ipod with special effects like sepia etc.

IPod nano now has a polished anodised aluminium finish and comes in 9 colours. It features a larger 2.2 display.

Another great feature added was FM radio + Live Pause. Simply you can listen to song played by FM radio stations in your city. Also, you can pause them live. Also, the VoiceOver has been added.

Note to self are Voice Memos which can be created as reminders. It will playback whatever you have record and set alarm at a particular time.

Pedometer and Nike + iPod: Pedometer will count how many steps you have taken. Read more ……