Kunst

Interiør og dekoration

Smykker og ædelstene

Ure, kuglepenne og lightere

Mode

Mønter og frimærker

Tegneserier og animation

Klassiske Biler, Motorcykler og automobilia

Vin, whisky og spiritus

Asiatisk Kunst og stammekunst

Byttekort

Legetøj og modeller

Arkæologi og naturhistorie

Sport

Musik, film og kameraer

Bøger og historiske memorabilia

Et helt liv med legetøj, bragt til dig af {name}

Toby Wickwire

As the Mac approaches its thirtieth birthday and its progeny, the iPhone and iPad, grow to eclipse their parent, the resale and collector values of vintage Macs is steadily increasing.   One of the things attractive to collectors when looking for old systems is "original packaging" – outer boxes and inside accessory packs. Such items add to period completeness and significantly increase the value of an item.

  Well. You are lucky!  

Today I am offering a RARE Apple "BOXED" vintage computer.  You won't often find an item as this one.

// THE GREATEST MAC EVER MADE, +20 YEARS LATER 
2002 – (more-than) Twenty Years ago, Apple introduced the iMac G4*, and the company again turned the market on its head. And in doing so, it created the greatest Mac it has ever made. The design was truly unique – and Apple got the ergonomics right! The best part of the iMac’s design was the "cantilevered metal arm" that held the LCD**. Last-but-not-least: the Tournesol launched the digital hub.

* The iMac G4 is also know as the "Tournesol", "Sunflower" or "iLamp".

** the Tournesol was the first desktop Mac to use a flat-panel LCD (Liquid-Crystal Display). 

To this day, the iMac G4 stands out in a mundane world of desktop computers—current Macs included (even Apple’s designs nowadays are relatively "safe" compared to the iMac G4). The iLamp was quirky, fun, and functional, but more importantly, the design proved that Apple’s success with the original iMac wasn’t a fluke.

// TAKE A CHANCE ON ME!
Fellow Macintosh Apple enthusiast … This is your chance! You can supplement your collection with "the-(almost)-FASTEST" most loved and recognizable iMac model. Behold the legendary collector's item: the "Apple iMac G4/1 GHz.

Furthermore. This is "17 inch" TOP MODEL (not the smaller 15 inch version) shipped, with external PRO SPEAKERS > two spherical "Harman/Kardon" Apple Pro Speakers. These are amazing sounding speakers and the ball design is fabulous. The ice white Pro Keyboard & Mouse are also the original ones.

// IMPORTANT – WHY BUY FROM ME? 
(instead of other sellers)

I am a Mac user from way back in the Legacy Era. I offer Vintage Apple computers as I would buy them myself. My admiration for Steve Jobs' legacy is so great that I want the Macs I sell, to stand "the test of time". Furthermore I only sell items I have "passion" for. 

Hardware-wise, all my sold computers are completely disassembled, cleaned – and, if necessary, repaired – in order to extend their lifespan. I am definitely not in favour of: "If it works, don't touch it". All my Apple's are refurbished and restored to their original state.

// ANOTHER ONE BITES THE DUST, BATTERY ACID & THERMAL PASTE

– DUST: the inside of a 20-year-old computer looks the same as "the collection-container of a vacuum cleaner" (read: a dust bunny). And as you know "dust" can ruin your electronics;

– LEAKS: 20-year-old batteries will someday leak, causing irreversible damage to the computer. So, if "time and date" are not displayed correctly, you sadly will know what time it is;

– HEAT: the biggest killer of electronics is heat. Whenever opening an old Mac (e.g. for replacing de pram battery), one must redo the CPU & GPU thermal paste. I'd hate to see a great machine like the iMac G4 killed needlessly (because the seller is unknowledgeable).

Long-Story Short. Computers from other vendors may look the same on the outside. I can guarantee you that the inside is very different! 
So if you want to enjoy your investment for as long as possible, choosing "wisely" is advisable. 

// DEEP-CLEANED
– Usually the ventilation holes and the fan, are filthy ... and the inside of the bulb is "dusty and dirty" (which does not benefit the operation).

– Usually a white Computer, Keyboard and Mouse are Yellowed. This iMac is still Ice-White, which is highly exceptional. 

// SCREEN FRAME (YELLOW COLOR CAST)
> Be aware that "white" plastic become "off-white" after +20 years! 
The screen frame of this 17 inch model is always slightly more yellowish than the rest of the white parts. Sadly the most pictures (made with flash light) give a more positive feel. One of the first 'frontal view" pictures is the best representation of reality. 

// BENDABLE ARM
The bendable arm is not as firm as it use to be. Special equipment (that I don't have) is needed to finetune the monitor angle. In up position the screen works perfect. Seen from being the screen is slightly tilted. See picture.

// GERM-FREE PRO KEYBOARD & MOUSE
The "iMac" comes with the accompanying RARE Apple "Pro" keyboard and mouse. Those objects alone are already worth a fortune on auction websites. The keyboard is completely disassembled and cleaned professionally (see pictures). It looks brand-new! In my opinion it is my responsibility (as a seller) to provide a Germ-Free keyboard (a 2018 study found that 96% of the keyboards were contaminated with bacteria). So, I think we can agree that nobody wants a nasty, infected keyboard. 

Last-but-not-least >> A L L – K E Y S – W O R K !
Often a bunch of keys on a "mechanical keyboard" won't work (after 20 years).
I have repaired the non-working keys.

PS/ the QWERTY keyboard is a "European" or "VS" version (subject to availability at the time of payment). 

Send me a message "immediately after payment" if you are interested in this computer – but with a an AZERTY keyboard instead. 

// HARDWARE & SOFTWARE
It was Steve's vision to intertwine hardware and software. Retro-computing without software is therefore – in my opinion – "meaningless". Therefore, all my macs are packed with "tons of pre-installed software of yesteryear", ready to use – and to give you a glimp of Apple's history. This 100% working and technically checked “Vintage” bundle comes with “working software”. E.g. Adobe Creative Suite 2 (including the applications: "Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign"), Apple Software (Keynote, Pages, iTunes, iPhoto, iMovie, Garageband, etc) – and Office Suite for MAC X (including the applications: "Word, PowerPoint, Excel"). Furthermore: including additional Value Pack (Templates, Fonts, Clip-Arts, etc). 

All software has already been activated! 

>> Operating system: TIGER OSX 10.4 

Disclaimer:
The computer only includes software* that is classified as "abandonware" (= from the Public Domain, distributed over the internet and available freely, easily and readily). The software is supplied "free of charge" as a free service (for the retro-computing fan). Both the applications and the operating system are installed in ENGLISH.

>> To Sum Up:
This is an excellent opportunity for both the "Apple/ Macintosh Collector" and the "Graphic Designer / Student". In addition to being a "today" still perfectly usable "Desktop Publishing (DTP)" Computer, this "iMac" is also a true collector's item, which can be used as a design object. It gives you the best of both worlds! 

// WHAT IS TOURNESOL?
It was originally known as "the New iMac". Apple advertised the iMac G4 as having the ADJUSTABILITY of a desk lamp, and was nicknamed the "iLamp". It was also known as the "Sunflower" (or "Tournesol" in French).

The so-called "Tournesol" was - as we are used to from Apple - an innovative machine. Lightweight and also smaller than its predecessors and the competition. The processing speed and RAM capacity was impressive. Many users were therefore impressed in 2002. The so-called BULB has achieved a CULT STATUS because of its "futuristic appearance". Although the machine is 100% functional, it can also be displayed as an "eye-catcher and showpiece".

The internal components are housed in an attractive 10.6 inch HALF SPHERE in ICE "WHITE" housing with a chrome stainless steel neck that supports a 17 "TFT Active Matrix LCD display. ”Unlike some previous iMac models which are convection cooled, the iMac" Flat Panel "series is cooled by a silent internal fan.

// MULTI-MEDIA COMPUTER
– The standard RAM of "256 MB" is DOUBLED to "512 MB", to really use this machine to its full potential, and speed up "rendering" within the graphic ADOBE programs from the Creative Suite. As a result all applications launch very fast.

// INCLUDING
– iMac all-in-one computer Power PC G4;

The pram battery has been replaced so that date, time and all other personal settings are preserved. 

Hardware-wise, the iMac G4 had three USB ports and two FireWire ports for connecting devices, like cameras and audio converters. It also had a video-out connector for mirroring the Mac’s screen to a second display. 

> 1 GHz PowerPC 7445 (G4) processor;
> 80 GB Ultra ATA/66 hard drive;
> 17.0" TFT active matrix display with a native resolution of 1440x900px;
> Tray-loading 4X "SuperDrive" (NOT WORKING)
> NVIDIA GeForce FX 5200 Ultra graphics with 64 MB of DDR SDRAM (AGP 4X support);
> 512 MB PC2700 DDR SDRAM (instead of the default 256 MB);
> Standard Ethernet: 10/100Base-T;
> Firewire Ports: 2 (400).
> USB Port 2.0: 3 ports

– original RARE Apple Pro "ICE WHITE" Keyboard (model A1048)*, 
the case is made from clear transparent plastic, with white keys; 
– original RARE Apple Pro "ICE WHITE" Mouse (model M5769)*;
– original RARE power cable (so-called "Mickey-Mouse" power cord) = original set-up!

// APPLE [HERMAN KARDON] PRO SPEAKERS [M6531]***
– external Apple pro Speakers
Apple made the speakers in collaboration with audio manufacturer Harman Kardon. The Imac G4's dedicated audio minijack output has a special connector that controls both the audio signal and the power supply. 

– tons of pre-installed software, including value packs;
– digital files on the hard drive, of the legendary “Apple Think Different” campaign of time-honored visionaries like the Dalai Lama, John Lennon & Yoko, Muhammad Ali, Einstein, Picasso, etc. See pictures.

FYI:
The RARE Apple Pro/ Herman Kardon Speakers***, they alone are worth the bid! 

// DID YOU KNOW? 
The "i" in "iMac" stands for "internet", "individual", "instruct", "inform" and "inspire".

// IMPORTANT
 As these are "vintage items", they are being sold as. Normal signs of use and wear. But as an experienced connoisseur I can guarantee that these items are in EXCELLENT condition (always keeping in mind their age).   There are some barely noticeable tiny stains on this machine. The numerous images are part of the meticulous description. Thus: judge yourself! 

– the computer works as it should (extensively tested!).  
However, the DVD-player doesn't work anymore (this part can be purchased at dedicated websites)

– The LCD-screen has NO dead pixels and NO scratches (which is often the case). 
The internal and external speakers sounds heavenly; 

– The USB connection is CHECKED too (it works);

– the keyboard is cleaned & repaired and "all key" work (important plus!). Because often some keys don't work anymore on 20 years old "Apple Pro Keyboards". The same holds true for the Apple Pro mouse (works like a charm).

– After two decades … the box and styrofoams have somespots, dentetc.

>> Important: 
– Please don't bid on this bundle if you think that the aforementioned  "minor issues" will be a problem.
– Please have realistic expectations when buying retro-computers!

// PACKAGING & SHIPPING
To keep the "original package" safe during shipping, the original box will be PROTECTED in custom packaging as well. Thus. The IMAC TOURNESOL bundle is packaged securely and carefully for safe shipment. Moreover, this bundle is shipped INSURED because of its precious value. Because of the precious content extra attention is paid to the CUSTOM packaging. This extra cost is included in the shipping price.

"One More Thing" 
– Steve Jobs quote

Don't miss this unique opportunity. 
Great opportunities don't come everyday!

Let the bidding begin … for the (almost)-FASTEST legendary (Snow White) UPGRADED iMac G4 17 inch Tournesol in ORIGINAL PACKAGE BOX. Undulge yourself !

"One More Thing" 
When in doubt, check my positive customer reviews ;)
(… because there are some "copycats" out there who copy my style/text and pretend to be me). There is only one "VISENTO"! That's me ;)

Stand: Meget god

Apple - Macintosh - I original æske

Videospil og computere

Reservepris

Ingen mindstepris

Køb nu

Budget

Slutdato

mandag

28 februar

1 marts

fredag

2 marts

torsdag

i morgen

6 marts

onsdag

tirsdag

Lokation

Italien

Belgien

Holland

Japan

Spanien

Frankrig

Tyskland

Litauen

Portugal

Østrig

Storbritannien

Polen

Schweiz

Rumænien

Taiwan

Hongkong

Grækenland

Letland

Irland

Tjekkiet

Estland

Finland

Ungarn

Israel

Luxembourg

Brand

Nintendo

Sony

Apple

Nokia

Microsoft

Sega

Bandai

Motorola

Samsung

Commodore

Atari

Philips

Amiga

Nubeo

Mattel

Hewlett Packard

Compaq

Casio

Texas Instruments

Tiger

Toshiba

Acer

Logitec

Genstand

Videospil

Videospilkonsol

Videospillekonsol + spil

Tryk

Håndholdt videospillekonsol

Mobiltelefon

Computer

Giclée

Bærbar computer

Videospilsmerchandise

Macintosh

iPhone

Ipod

Kunstværk

Regnemaskine

Legetøj

iMac

Lysskilt

Kunst af blandede medier

Videospil figur

Arkadespil

Statuette

Actionfigur

Maleri

Figur

Oprindelsesland

Asien

Australien

Brasilien

Kina

Förenta staterna

Ukendt

Materiale

Plast

Metal

Harpiks

Stål

Forgyldt

Keramik

Aluminium

Jern

Tilstand

Meget god

fremragende stand

Som ny

Brugt

Rimelig

Mangelfuld

Som ny - ubrugt

Næsten som ny

God stand - brugt med små tegn på aldring og mindre fejl

Dårlig

Fremragende

God stand

Fremragende stand - næsten ikke brugt med minimalt tegn på aldring og slid

God stand - brugt med små tegn på aldring

I meget god stand

Ekstra tilbehør

I original æske

I original forseglet æske

Uden original æske

Med erstatningsæske

Med reproboks

Netledning

i ubeskadiget forseglet original kasse

Strømadapter

med original æske

Original brugsanvisning

Ingen ekstramaterialer

Boks

Brochurer

Kasse

Ingen kabler

Strømforsyning

+Ekstra genstand (se beskrivelse)

i beskadiget forseglet original kasse

i beskadiget åben original kasse

Periode

2020+

2000-2010

2010-2020

1990-2000

1970-1980

1980-1990

2026

2020

2023

2024

2025

20. - sidst i

Begyndelsen af det 20. århundrede

Emne

Popkultur

Mytologi

Portræt

Nattemiljø

Historisk miljø

Spil og tidsfordriv

Stil

Popkunst

Samtidskunst

Moderne

Postmodernisme

Konceptkunst

Vintage

Neoekspressionisme

Postimpressionistisk

Hyperrealisme

Abstrakt

Industrial

Antik

Italiensk design

Psykedelisk kunst

Videospil og computere

Denne genstand er ikke længere tilgængeligt, men der er stadig meget at udforske

Apple - Macintosh - I original æske

Populær i Videospil og computere

1301 genstande

Relaterede samlinger