Apple · 1998
Apple iMac G3
Translucent "Bondi Blue" plastic, USB ports and no floppy drive.
Then vs now
| Maker | Apple |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Processor | PowerPC G3, 233 MHz |
| Memory | 32 MB |
| Storage | 4 GB hard disk, CD-ROM |
| Launch price | $1,299 (about $2,500 in 2024 dollars) |
| Big in | USA, worldwide |
Launch price is for the base model in its home market and is approximate. US prices adjusted with the US Consumer Price Index (BLS).
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When did the Apple iMac G3 come out?
The Apple iMac G3 was released in 1998 by Apple.
How much did the Apple iMac G3 cost when it was new?
About $1,299 for the base model at launch, roughly $2,500 in 2024 US dollars after inflation (US Consumer Price Index).
How much memory and speed did the Apple iMac G3 have?
32 MB of memory and a PowerPC G3 processor at 233 MHz. A typical 2025 flagship phone has about 256 times more memory.
How many people had the Apple iMac G3 as their first computer?
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Where was the Apple iMac G3 popular?
It was especially popular in USA, worldwide.
Can you still buy the Apple iMac G3?
Only second-hand. Working units turn up on eBay and at retro computing fairs; boxed, tested machines cost the most. Check sold listings rather than asking prices to judge what one is worth.