What can I do with my old iMac?

If the Mac is no longer functional, or if it's too old, you can recycle it. Apple's recycling program will take any of your devices and recycle them. They may even give you a gift card if the computer still has some value. You won't get a lot, and lately Apple's prices for Mac trade-ins have been very low.

Are old iMacs worth anything?

As of this writing (2011), on average I'd say most old Macs are worth about $100. Many less than that. An original 128k Mac, truly rare items and prototypes can command hundreds to thousands of dollars. For most systems, sentimental values tend to be higher than resale prices.

What can I use my old iMac for?

Does Apple take old iMacs?

Apple Trade In. Trade in any device in any condition, and we'll give you credit or recycle it for free.

How can I get money for my old iMac?

How to Use an Old iMac as a Secondary Monitor

What is a 2009 iMac worth?

According to www.everymac.com the estimated value is $700 to $900. Similar to selling a car, it will very according to location, condition and extras.

How much is a used iMac worth?

As mentioned, it varies depending on the region and configuration. If you go to everymac.com and look down towards the bottom, the estimated value is around $1300-$1500 US. If you look at a Refurbished 27" 2017 iMac's, you see that different configurations are selling for $1100-$1600 US.

What can I do with an old iMac 2007?

If the Mac is no longer functional, or if it's too old, you can recycle it. Apple's recycling program will take any of your devices and recycle them. They may even give you a gift card if the computer still has some value. You won't get a lot, and lately Apple's prices for Mac trade-ins have been very low.

Does Apple recycle old computers?

Apple Trade In. Trade in any device in any condition, and we'll give you credit or recycle it for free.

Can I use an old iMac as an external monitor?

You can use more than one iMac as a display, if each iMac is using a Thunderbolt cable to connect directly to a Thunderbolt port on the other Mac (not the other iMac). Press Command-F2 on the keyboard of the iMac. You should now see the desktop of the other Mac.

Can iMac be used as a monitor?

But is it possible to use your Mac as a PC monitor? To answer the question right away – yes, it is possible to use your iMac as a PC monitor. However, you do need a compatible iMac and PC, plus a special cable/adapter. If your Mac has a Retina Display, this is not possible.

Is a 10 year old iMac obsolete?

The OS released in 2029 would receive support from Apple until 2032, and most third-party tools that worked on the final version of the OS would be supported until at least 2035. This means that in general, you can expect at least 10 solid years of life from a Mac, barring any unforeseen hardware issues.

Is 2013 iMac too old?

The 2013 iMac is a good machine and can be upgrade for memory. Anything else like swapping out the drive is difficult but can be done. Of course the newer machine you buy, the longer usage you can get out of it. I personally do not recommend the 21" iMacs because of their lack of upgradeability.

How many years should an iMac last?

iMac 3-8 years

iMacs are also a bit more upgradable. Adding memory or faster and larger hard drives may make your iMac last longer. iMacs typically last between 3 to 8 years depending on how they are configured. Most iMacs will come with larger hard drives as a standard configuration.

Does removing hard drive remove all data?

If you remove a hard drive from your computer, the data will still be present on the hard drive. However, it will no longer be present in that computer.

How do I permanently destroy a hard drive?

What do you do with old computers that don't work?

You can recycle or donate your computer. Computer manufacturers, electronics stores, and other organizations have computer recycling or donation programs. Check out the Environmental Protection Agency's Electronics Donation and Recycling page to learn about recycling or donating your computer.

Are 2007 iMacs still good?

My parents still have a 2007 iMac and it works fine for them. It has been a particularly good model for longevity. It actually still runs the latest version of OSX, which is pretty remarkable. It can do the things you mention, however it is slower than a more modern computer.

Is a 2009 iMac still good?

Apple considers 2009 iMacs as “Obsolete” and so should you. Many newer applications won't even load or run on an 11 year old computer. This would include modern web browsers and that would make your computer and personal data at risk.

Is it worth it to buy iMac 2008?

A 2008 iMac with 4GB is worth no more than $300 unless it has a newly upgraded hard drive. Running 10.8 and with only 4GB there's no way you could reasonably run up to date graphics or animation software. (I believe it can be upgraded to a max of 6GB.)

How much is a 1984 Macintosh worth?

Macintosh 128K

Priced at $2,500, it featured a nine-inch black-and-white screen, two serial ports and a 3.5-inch floppy disc slot. Although Zufi has seen some sell for more than $2,500, he estimates that “an original 1984 Mac will generally go for anywhere between $1,500 and $2,000.”

Is a 2017 iMac outdated?

A high-end iMac that was released in 2017 and is now outdated and discontinued by Apple.