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Let's all reflect for a moment on the iMac G4’s 20th anniversary.

// THE GREATEST MAC EVER MADE – 20 YEARS LATER 
2002 – 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 most loved and recognizable iMac model. Behold the legendary collector's item: the "Apple iMac G4". 

Furthermore. This bundle is shipped, with the accompanying 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. See pictures.

// 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. 

// GERM-FREE PRO KEYBOARD & MOUSE
The "iMac" comes with the accompanying RARE Apple "Pro" keyboard and AppleMightyMouse (model A1152). 
FYI: some pictures mistakenly show a different mouse (M5769).

The Apple keyboard and MightyMouse 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 (except "two" numeric keys at the righthandside, namely: number "4" and number "5"*. As a workaround you can use the numeric key row on top of the keyboard (thus: you won't miss both not-working keys. PS/ often some keys on a "mechanical keyboard" won't work (after 20 years).

FYI
The QWERTY keyboard is a "European" or a "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: OSX–TIGER
2021 marked the 20th anniversary of Mac OS X. Twenty Years Ago "Steve Jobs" slashed a large X on the wall and smiled. Mac OS X introduced concepts like the Dock and Terminal – and created the underpinnings not only for the future of the Mac, but also for the iPhone, iPad, and even the Apple Watch.

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.

// UPGRADED RAM MEMORY
– 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.

* Otherwise running Tiger (OSX 10.4) and software like the Adobe Creative Suite is impossible.

// 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 15 "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.

// INCLUDING
– iMac all-in-one computer Power PC G4 (PowerMac4,2) ;
The pram battery has been replaced so that date, time and all other personal settings are preserved. 

> 800 MHz PowerPC 7445 (G4) processor;
> Original hard disk of 60 GB (default);

> Tray-loading "SuperDrive" Toshiba CD-RW/ DVD-ROM (= 100% functional);
> NVIDIA GeForce2 MX graphics with 32 MB of DDR SDRAM (AGP 2X support);
> The RAM memory size is doubled too: 512 MB SDRAM (instead of the default 256 MB!);
> Standard Ethernet: 10/100Base-T;
> Firewire Ports: 2 (400) = necessary for use with modern equipment.

– original RARE Apple Pro "ICE WHITE" Keyboard (model A1048), the case is made from clear transparent plastic, with white keys; 
– original RARE "ICE WHITE" AppleMightyMouse (model A1152);
– original white power cable*

* This so-called Apple WHITE "Mickey-Mouse" power Cord is hard-2-find (=RARE) =original setup

– tons of pre-installed OSX software:

– 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 "ICE WHITE" Pro Keyboard and Mouse*, 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 VERY GOOD to 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!). The LCD-screen has NO dead pixels or scratches (which is often the case). The internal and external speakers sounds heavenly. Even the CD-ROM-player (often broken) works excellent on this iMac. It only needs some little manual assistance when inserting a CD;

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

– there are NO scratches on the screen and NO dead pixels and the LCD colors are "vivid" (this is often also a common issue).

– the keyboard is cleaned & repaired (important plus!). The same holds true for the Apple Pro mouse (works like a charm).

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

"One More Thing" 
– Steve Jobs quote

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

Let the bidding begin … for this legendary (Snow White) UPGRADED iMac G4 Tournesol.
Undulge yourself !

Condition: Very good

Apple - UPGRADED iMac G4 with "Harman/Kardon" Speakers, ICE WHITE "Pro Keyboard & Mouse" - With replacement box

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