Conex is an Apple Authorised Reseller and this year Apple refreshed and upgraded its iMacs, iPads, iPhones and Mac models. Below are a quick breakdown of all the models upgraded this year and a brief overview of what you can expect.
iMac
Apple's iMac is an ultra-thin all-in-one desktop computer, available in 21.5- and 27-inch sizes with an array of build-to-order upgrades.
Specs at a glance
- Quad-core Haswell processors
- 802.11ac Wi-Fi
- PCIe flash storage options
- 8 GB+ RAM
- 1 TB+ hard drive
iPad Air
The iPad Air is Apple's fifth generation 9.7-inch tablet introduced at its October 22 media event. The new full-size iPad features an iPad mini-style design with a smaller size, thinner side bezels, and an improved processor.
Specs at a glance
- 9.7-inch Retina display
- A7 processor
- iOS 7
- Redesigned form factor
- White/Silver and Black/Space Gray
- 16-128 GB capacities
- Starting from $499
Phone 5c
The iPhone 5C is essentially a repackaged iPhone 5 available in five colourful new plastic shells.
Specs at a glance
- 16GB $99 / 32GB $199
- Plastic shell (5 colours)
- 4" Retina Display
- A6 Processor
- Siri
MacPro
Apple's radically redesigned pro desktop is bringing Intel's latest Ivy Bridge E Xeon processors, dual AMD FirePro graphics chips, and fast PCI Express-based flash storage.
Specs at a glance
- Ivy Bridge E Xeon processors with up to 12 cores
- Dual AMD FirePro GPUs standard
- Fast PCI Express flash storage
- Thunderbolt 2, USB 3.0, HDMI, and 802.11ac Wi-Fi
- Striking new compact cylindrical design
Macbook Pro
Apple's 13 and 15-inch Retina MacBook Pros are the company's top-tier portable machines with Haswell/Crystal Well processors.
Specs at a glance
- Haswell/Crystal Well processors
- PCIe flash storage
- 8+ hour battery life
- 802.11ac Wi-Fi
- 0.71 inches thin
Thunderbolt Pro
Apple's Thunderbolt Display was last updated two years ago, but Apple display updates have been very hard to predict due to their erratic update cycle.
Specs at a glance
- 4K resolution of 4096 or 3840 x 2160 pixels
- Retina resolution of 5120 x 2880 pixels unlikely
- iMac-like redesign with tapered design and razor-thin edges
- Thunderbolt 2 and USB 3.0
iOS 7
iOS 7 offers a number of new features and a completely new look. iOS 7 is available as a free download.
Specs at a glance
- All-new design
- Control Center
- Improved multitasking
- New camera formats and filters
- Easy sharing of photos, videos, contacts
- Free download
iPad Mini 2
Apple’s new iPad mini with Retina display offers not only an improved display but significantly upgraded internals.
Specs at a glance
- 7.9-inch Retina display
- A7 processor
- iOS 7
- Slightly thicker form factor
- 5-megapixel camera
- 16-128 GB capacities
- Priced from $399
iPhone 5s
Apple's iPhone 5s looks very similar to the iPhone 5, but add several new features such as a 64-bit processor, fingerprint scanner, improved rear camera, and new colour options.
Specs at a glance
- 16GB, 32GB, 64 GB
- A7 Processor (64-Bit)
- Touch ID (Fingerprint Sensor)
- Slow-Mo Video
- Dual LED Flash
Mac Mini
Less powerful than other Apple desktop offerings like the iMac and the Mac Pro, the Mac mini is Apple's most affordable and compact desktop computer. Billed as "Bring your own display, keyboard, and mouse" device, It is available in both standard and Server configurations.
Specs at a glance
- Haswell processors
- Iris integrated graphics
- 802.11ac Wi-Fi
- OS X Mavericks
- Prices starting at $599
Macbook Air
The MacBook Air is Apple's ultra-portable notebook computer that balances performance with portability, offering dual-core i5 processors and up to 12 hours of battery life in a thin, light package.
Specs at a glance
- Dual-core Haswell processors
- 802.11ac Wi-Fi
- PCIe flash storage options
- 4 GB+ RAM
- 128 GB+ flash storage
- 9–12 hour battery life
- Intel HD Graphics 5000
OS X Mavericks
Mavericks, or OS X 10.9, is Apple’s newest operating system, available now for free from the Mac App Store.
Specs at a glance
- New iBooks and Maps apps
- iCloud Keychain for cross-device password syncing
- Interactive notifications
- Finder Tags and Tabs