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Reviews of new (2008) iMac 24in/2.8GHz
Cnet has posted a review of the new ("Early 2008") iMac 24-inch, 2.8GHz model with ATI 2600 graphics (not the higher end Nvidia 8800 GS option). They gave it an 8.5 out of 10 rating. Includes benchmarks vs the previous 2007 iMac 2.8GHz model and others (20in iMac 2.4GHz and some PCs).
PCMag also has a review of the same model, giving it 4 out of 5 stars. Page 2 of the review has a (javascript popup) table of benchmark results vs several PC models.
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Review/Benchmarks of Psystar Open Computer ('OS X compatible')
Cnet has posted their Review of Psystar's Open Computer (Intel Core 2 Duo 2.2GHz, 4GB DDR II (667MHz) RAM, 512MB Nvidia 8600 GTS, 250 GB HD - $740) giving it a rating of 6.9 out of 10, although noting (as expected) the issue of compatibility with Apple software updates and more. Includes some benchmarks vs. a Mac Mini, Acer Aspire m5100 and Dell Inspiron 530 PCs.
Although I wouldn't personally buy one of these, I wish this would spur Apple to offer a Core2 based Tower as many of us would like an affordable, expandable/upgradeable Tower (PCIe slots, easy HD upgrades, etc.).
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Apple to sell iTunes movies same day as DVD release
From Apple's news page today:

"Purchase New Movies on iTunes Same Day as DVD Release
Starting today, movie fans can purchase new releases from major film studios and premier independent studios on the iTunes Store on the same day as their DVD release. New releases and catalog titles will be available from 20th Century Fox, The Walt Disney Studios, Warner Bros., Paramount Pictures, Universal Studios Home Entertainment, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Lionsgate, Image Entertainment and First Look Studios."

I just wish the price was a bit lower, as you can often buy the DVD for the same price or less (at least with the sales during 1st week of DVD release here).
BTW - Apple's not the only one doing this - NYTimes has a related article today Studios Selling Movie Downloads and DVDs at the Same Time.

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Recent Articles and Reviews
Listing/links to recent articles and reviews you may have missed.
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