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Apple Mac Mini desktop computer

Apple Mac Mini desktop computer Reviews



Overall 5 star rating4.75 of 5 (by 16 users)




Apple Mac Mini desktop computer Review Summary

If you’re tired of your computer hard drive taking up too much space, the Mac Mini might be the right solution for you. Our reviewers simply love it, and have given it very high reviews. One every day computer user repports that the Mini Macs are “small and compact and work great for a dorm room, or a not so big desk.” Performance wise, our computer gurus say the Apple Mac Mini is “super fast”, “has really great effects” and “is fun to play around with and explore”. What didn’t they like about the Mini? Some felt that it did not have enough usb ports, while others wished that they could “use more than one disk simultaneously.” Gamers may want to keep looking around, as the Mac Mini reportedly has “poor video and sound card” capabilities.
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Apple Mac Mini desktop computer Ratings and Reviews

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a Mac addict, computer challenged

AUG
27
2008

We got so tired of blue screens from our Dell! My husband was so tired of the waiting and not knowing whether or not to allow a download. We almost gave up on having a home computer. Too stressful and expensive replacing every 3-4 years. We love the Mini Mac. Just enough for our e-mailing, surfing, photos and documents. My daughter is sending me her old iPod. Now i can get iTunes and truly be an apple convertor.


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5 star rating
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texasfaith
Montgomery, TX



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a Mac addict, always online, a techie, loving my digital camera

JUL
23
2008

I got the Intel Mac Mini as a birthday present when it first came out with the Intel processor. I use it for everything. It's great because it is sooooo quiet (it replaced a noisy PowerMac G4), and yet has the power to handle lots of concurrent tasks.



I recently purchased a second one, that I use for a media computer connected to our TV. We're currently living in an area without much TV service, but I can podcast my favorite programs to fill in the void. It comes with Front Row software (all Macs do) and a remote, so it's easy to setup. All I needed was a DVI to video adaptor from Apple...

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ddupmul
Christiansted, VI



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Internet addict, a PC User, a Mac addict, always online, a techie, computer literate, constantly online, a tech professional

JUL
9
2008
The MAC mini has been a great replacement server for my old Windows 2003 box.  It performs like a champ and with little to no maintenance.  I've had it running for over a year now (on 24/7 hosting several websites) and I have not had any problems.  I Upgraded the Ram to 2 gig and other than that I haven't done a thing to it.  I use a regular "pc" mouse, a mac wireless keyboard and a sony monitor.  It is the only server on my network of 2 laptops and 2 PC's.  I couldn't be happier with it and can't wait to upgrade to Leopard! 
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5 star rating
Geekgal
Clovis, CA



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a Mac addict

JUN
13
2008

I HAVE HAD MY MINI FOR ALMOST A YEAR NOW. ITS MY FIRST ONE AND I LOVE IT. I HAD APPLE LAPTOPS PRIOR AND AND IMAC. BUT THIS IS MUCH BETTER FOR ME ANYWAY. ITS HOOKED UP DIRECTLY TO MY 32" FLAT SCREEN AND MY HOME THEATER SYSTEM. SO ITS PERFECT FOR MUSIC AND MOVIE DOWNLOADS AND I STILL GET MY WORK DONE.

 

 


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kyu2130
Suwanee, GA



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a Mac addict, a techie, a graphics pro

DEC
1
2008
I purchased this little guy about 4 years ago and he's still going strong. It works on a laptop hd which doesn't seem to affect it negatively. I used this comp to switch from a pc to mac. I was able to use my other peripherals, this is one of the few macs that doesn't come with it's own. The price was reasonable and the performance impressive. I run my adobe programs on it. I did have one hiccup where it died, but I think it might have been my own fault. You should have a backup system anyway. After that I chose to upgrade the hd myself, which was not easy. Geting into that machine is hard. I wouldn't... read full review »
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4 star rating
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bklo
Brooklyn, NY



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will try new things, impressed with this product, bargain hunter, simple is good, loving this product, Every day computer user, expecting the computer to work right, an online shopper

DEC
17
2007

I bought my Mac Mini almost 2 years ago and have not had one problem with it. My only problems I have had are keyboards, and those can be bought for 20 bucks. There are no viruses with any Mac computer that I know of as of right now. They are small and compact and work great for a dorm room, or a not so big desk.



The only negative thing that I can say about this computer, and in my eyes it's a positive....is you have to buy your monitor, keyboard, and mouse separate. But if you already have these, they will work on the Mac Mini.



I strongly urge anyone who is debating between PC and the...

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5 star rating
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Sweetcrystal200
Milbank, SD



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a PC User, a techie

FEB
4
2008
I have been a PC user for 12 years and just now took the plunge to buy a Mac. I think it is super fast and has really great effects. It is fun to play around with and explore. Because this is my first Mac, I am still learning all the in's and out's of the computer.
The Mac Mini itself, it quite compact and easy to set up. It boots up in no time flat and has several built in functions I require such as parental controls and a back up utility.
I would recommend it to anyone!


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rindie
Elk River, MN



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mac user, mac-addict, Every day computer user, will try new things, want reliable and easy technology, a music lover, can't live without a good computer

DEC
18
2007

The mac mini is a good computer for anyone from searching the internet to the computer programmer. With many good points such as: looks good, quiet, fast and many others. But a few down sides are it's: poor video and sound card which are essential for a gamer which demands the best, and it's tendency to heat up, doesn't over heat but seems like it's too hot for such a little compueter


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imnotjimbob
Minneapolis, MN



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want reliable and easy technology, Every day computer user, bargain hunter, will try new things, expecting the computer to work right

NOV
29
2007
I bought this product refurbished, and it has been excellent. Mac quality is exceptional, so I knew that I was not taking a risk when I bought a refurbished product (for much less than a brand new one!). I have been very satisfied with my new computer and have yet to have any complaints about it over the 3 months I have owned it. This is my first Mac computer, and I am hooked on the performance!
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mkcohen
Knoxville, TN



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a PC User, a Mac addict, always online, a techie, a coder, a graphics pro, txtng dly, Gaming As I Write

AUG
7
2008
Wow, I got one of these for christmas last year. The Mac-mini has everything you could want in a mac, tissue sized. Its got great speed, killer graphics, and its Super portable. Yes, there are some disadvanged like lack of USB ports for external equipment...and thats about it.

Recommendation: B U Y:::::::

Great for college dorms, saves tons of space.

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5 star rating
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Dj3lf3
Longwood, FL



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willing to pay for quality, budget conscious, impressed with this product, demanding, I believe in honesty, a music lover, a comparison shopper, always online

DEC
12
2007

Great but the wireless service is puzzling me. I personally wish you could use more than one disk simultaneously to upload digital photos and watch DVDs or listen to CDs. But with all the internet access, i shouldn't complain that much. Easy to plug in and unplug cords for keyboard, mouse, internet, etc.


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4 star rating
spacebarshift
Sheridan, OR



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a graphics pro

JUN
15
2008

I have worked on several Macs but this is the best for graphic design. Very compatible with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. Have had this Mac 6 months and I have had no problems. Great computer, great price, great space saver, what more can I say.


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ljmsss
Paducah, KY



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always online

FEB
2
2008
I have been using this for almost one year! It is great for adults and children too! I find it easy to use and save what I want to!
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5 star rating
olivemai
San Pablo, CA



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computer challenged

AUG
16
2008
The Apple Mac Mini desktop computer is an excellent choice.!!!
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cubanita15labony
West Palm Beach, FL



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just doing email

Rated on November 17, 2008

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VIEWER007
Crystal River, FL



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