MacShrine

Preliminary data from iSuppli has revealed that on top of the $873 worth of materials for the new iMac, the machine carries $25 in manufacturing and test costs, for a total price of $898. iSuppli noted that the cost estimate is for the iMac itself and doesn’t include other items included with the computer like the keyboard, mouse and documentation. The Intel Duo Core chip apparently costs nearly $300, ouch. Let’s hope that in the end, the switch to Intel will be worth it.