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Build your own Apple Mac

When Apple announced back in 2005 that it was ditching PowerPC and heading for Intel to supply CPUs for its computers hackers worldwide rejoiced at the thought of being able to finally build their own Macs. Since then an underground 'Hackintosh' community has bloomed as users worldwide create working Mac OS X-powered computers on generic Intel hardware.

So what's involved and what do you need? First you'll need a working Mac computer. While there are a number of illegal Mac OS X ISO images available on the web the community increasingly frowns on these and the vast majority of efforts are devoted to using legitimately purchased copies of Mac OS X - either disc-based for the old Snow Leopard (10.6) release or purchases from the Apple Store for subsequent releases. To make these Apple Store-purchased versions workable however you need a Mac to create a bootable Mac OS X USB installer flash drive.

New isn't best

The other thing is this is actually one time when buying the latest kit will likely work against you. Unlike Microsoft which must cater for a world of different PC components Apple only has to support its own hardware so the driver support is far more limited. That means the community has to do a bit of work getting each new generation of Intel hardware running with Mac OS X. That takes time and there's no guarantee every component will produce the perfect Mac OS X experience.

There are two key issues: the CPU and the motherboard. Since Apple uses Intel processors only the community focuses its efforts on Intel hardware. The motherboard issue is more complicated. Generic Intel boards from Gigabyte ASUS MSI and others may use Intel chipsets but they also use other third-party components for networking sound and other features - components Apple may not support. You can't guarantee that every motherboard will work perfectly.

If you want to add a third factor it'll be the graphics card. Apple switched from Nvidia to AMD from 2009 to 2011 so there are a number of Radeon cards that work but a larger number of Nvidia cards that work. Again not every graphics card is guaranteed to get along with Mac OS X - it comes down to whether Apple actually used the GPU in one of its Mac computers at some point.

Compatibility list

The community has created a compatibility list which shows the success other users have had with specific motherboards graphics cards and mostly what they did to get things working. For example if you purchase a particular board listed you should be able to build the same experience other users of that board have had by doing what they did. The best of these lists is found at the OSx86 Project (tinyurl.com/d93dc). There are different listings for the last three major versions of Mac OS X starting from 10.6 (Snow Leopard) so check those before you proceed.

Installing Mac OS X

This is the complicated bit. When Apple used to release Mac OS X on DVD you could bootstrap a Hackintosh meaning you didn't need a Mac to begin with. Now that you can only buy the update through the Apple Store you need a Mac to start the process. Why? You have to load the Mac OS X installer onto a USB flash drive and that needs a Mac. That's where tonymacx86 has greatly simplified the process with tools he's called UniBeast (to help build the Mac OS X USB flash drive installer) and MultiBeast (to install the bootloader and drivers for your Hack build once the OS is installed). You can find out the details at tonymacx86's web site.

The hardware

With the proviso that you understand we can't guarantee this set of components will work for every future Mac OS X release this is what we'd choose to build a Hackintosh from scratch.

CPU: Intel Core i5-3570K

My pound to your peanut says Haswell will eventually join the Hackintosh family list of options but at the time of writing tried and trusted is the way to go and that means an Ivy Bridge build. The Core i5-3570K gives you overclocking options and is the best-value Ivy Bridge-grade CPU.

Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z77-D3H

If you can get hold of Gigabyte's more expensive GA-Z77-DS3H it's considered the best all-round option but it's hard to find. The budget GA-Z77-D3H appears to offer good success - one or two builders have had trouble getting the integrated audio working although there's a working fix for this. You'll also need the latest BIOS installed.

Graphics card: Gigabyte GTX 660 Ti OC

Yep this one is a bit long in the tooth but at around $280 the GTX 660 Ti is a choice often recommended as working virtually out of the box which means very little extra work needs to be done. It should even handle Diablo 3 comfortably. However you'll need at least Mac OS X 10.7 since the GTX 660 Ti isn't supported by Snow Leopard (10.6). Alternatively you can use the CPU's integrated graphics and save some cash.

Storage: 128GB SanDisk Extreme SSD 1TB Western Digital WD10EZEX Blue SATA HDD

While we're suggesting Western Digital's 1TB Blue drive as low-cost bulk storage you can install Mac OS X onto an SSD. However you must use the MultiBeast tool to enable TRIM support manually as Mac OS X only automatically activates it for Apple-brand SSDs.

Power supply: Antec VP-650P 650W

We've used this one before and found that it's a good-value PSU made by Delta Electronics a company that does PSUs well. This 650W PSU should easily handle the combination of a Core i5-3570K CPU and GeForce GTX 660 Ti graphics card.

Case: Corsair 200R Carbide

The Carbide is another component we recommend regularly for its low cost. It's also roomy and is one of the more stylish PC cases going around - just what you want for a Hackintosh build.

Do your research

We can't emphasise this enough - you must do your research when planning a Hackintosh build. Since this isn't something Apple really wants you to do support will come from the community only and it's unlikely your build will work perfectly first go. Also future Mac OS X updates may not work on your hardware. As we said right at the start there are no guarantees. Of course if it all gets too hard you should be able to turn this build back into a Windows 8.1 box with relative ease.

Is it worth the effort?

As a learning objective building your own Hackintosh can teach you quite a bit about how Mac OS X works. However in terms of saving bucketloads of cash it's probably less worth the effort than it once was particularly when you can pick up a genuine Apple Mac Mini for just $699. However if you want to have a go yourself on the cheap a Hackintosh is a great job for an older Core 2 Duo-era desktop you may no longer be using. This is the first Intel generation Apple launched with and if you already have the hardware gathering dust this will be by far the cheapest way to build yourself an Apple Hack.

Suggested hackintosh build

COST

Total Cost
$1115

WARNING

This information is provided for educational purposes only. Building a Hackintosh breaks Apple's End User License Agreement so you wear any consequences. Also there are no guarantees your Hackintosh will work perfectly. Finally APC will not provide any support for or help you build your Hackintosh.

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See our picks for the best all-in-one computers

All-in-one PCs provide consumers with a single stop solution for those looking for a personal computer to be used in a home environment without the need for a separate case and display. Gone are the days of cords connecting your monitor to your tower underneath your desk. Now it's all about better-looking hardware that's equally as functional. Setting up an all-in-one is as simple as putting it on your desk, plugging it in and starting to work. Here are our selections for the best all-in-one computers for all budgets, both large and small, and for all needs, both work-heavy and casual.

With a simple, yet sleek design, Dell's Dell Inspiron 3464 i3464-3038BLK-PUS series is a superb choice for anyone looking for a wallet-friendly all-in-one. Right off the bat, the front-facing speaker grill offers great sound for media consumption, with all the essential ports tucked away on the back. Outfitted with 802.11ac, a 23.8-inch full HD wide-angle display and Intel Core i3 processor with 8GB of RAM, performance is more than good enough for day-to-day work. This isn't the computer you'd buy if Photoshop is your main task, but it is a great computer for the whole family to do homework on, balance the checkbook and surf the Web.

Budget-pricing does mean some tradeoffs, but the fortunate news is that overall performance isn't one of them. There's just 500GB of hard drive space as opposed to the semi-default standard of 1TB. Additionally, there's no touchscreen, which may or may not is a deal breaker. At the sub-$650 price point, Dell still includes a wireless mouse and keyboard and that makes it even more attractive.

HP's newest Pavilion all-in-one desktop packs everything you could want or need (and then some) in a stylish design. Between the dual-core 3.2GHz Intel Core i3-6100T Dual-Core processor, 8GB RAM and 1TB drive and inclusion of Windows 10, there's more than enough power to get through a full day's worth of work and play. Powerful specs aside, the real catch of the Pavilion is the 23.8 inches 1920 x 1080 edge-to-edge IPS display. Where it counts is HP's claim that there's 75 percent less bezel than a typical edge-to-edge display, which means there's more real estate on the display to work with daily. That's great news for multi-taskers and people who enjoy working in full-screen mode.

Beyond looks, the Pavilion also features Bang & Olufsen PLAY with integrated speakers right beneath the edge-to-edge display, and they sound fantastic whether on YouTube or playing the Rogue One movie trailer. Additionally, HP includes both a wired keyboard and mouse.

Apple's iMac needs no introduction and, while the latest model was released in October of 2015, it stands up to today's models with the overall best software experience. The rich 1920 x 1080 LED-backlit IPS display showcases Apple's Sierra software (requires a free update), which offers the most rounded and well-regarded OS software on the market. Supported by 8GB of RAM, a 2.8GHz quad-core Intel Core i5 processor and 1TB of hard drive space, there's more than enough power to get the job done. Whether you're creating a spreadsheet or editing a movie, the iMac is built for every type of user.

Beyond power, Apple's iMac may best be known for its ultra-thin, aluminum and glass design that for years has led the pack in maintaining a low footprint when placed on a desk. Paired with the separately purchased magic keyboard and magic mouse 2, the Apple ecosystem works perfectly in sync. Cables are also a thing of the past, as Apple tucks away the power cable behind the monitor and sneakily runs it down to a power outlet. Beyond cables and design, the iMac only requires a few simple steps to set up, connect to the Internet and begin using the computer. Pound for pound, the best all-in-one PC you can purchase.

While Lenovo's IdeaCentre 700 may be a great all-in-one computer, it's an equally great gaming computer. There's plenty of power to offer with a 6th generation intel Core i5 2.7GHz processor and the inclusion of a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 950A GDDR5 graphic card. Throw in 8GB of RAM, 1TB of hard drive space plus an 8GB SSD drive and you've got a ready-made gaming machine that won't break the bank. Not to mention, the 23.8-inch ultra-high definition 2840 x 3160 LED-backlit LCD allows for an immersive experience. At 19 pounds, Lenovo has crammed in outstanding gaming credentials for a price tag that's likely to cause sticker shock (and in a good way).

Lenovo also purposefully built the 700 to be upgrade-friendly, with RAM expandable to 16GB (and you're also able to update the storage and graphics card down the road). The computer also features a depth-sensing RealSense camera, stereo speakers and a five-degree tilt forward or a 25-degree backward tilt.

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Lenovo's half-PC, half-tablet Yoga Home 900 is the best hybrid all-in-one combination on the market today. Perfect for the family, the 27-inch 1920 x 1080 10-point multi-touch display can be laid flat on any table in the house to offer up a slew of virtual game boards, digital coloring books and so much more. The system also features an Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM, 256GB SSD drive and a NVIDIA GeForce 940 graphics card. Calling the Yoga Home 900 an oversized tablet might work on paper, but it doesn't do it justice especially when you factor in all this power is packed in a .77-inch thin body.

Lenovo also packs in USB 3.0 port, 802.11ac connectivity and an HDMI-in for utilizing the Yoga as a monitor. There's a total of 22 apps included out of the box including Risk, Chess and Scrabble and more available through the Aura store. As it's the lone all-in-one on this list that offers an onboard battery, the included two hours of play time as a tabletop isn't lengthy, but considering that a hybrid form factor is relatively new, it's still impressive. Battery life aside, this PC/tablet combo is perfect for play, work and family time. And that's the real meaning of an all-in-one device.

Curved displays might not be all the rage, but it's hard to deny that HP's Envy 34 display all-in-one PC isn't a beautiful piece of hardware. It may be a bit pricey, but it does offer one of the largest all-in-one displays on the market. Fortunately, the display is supported by outstanding hardware, thanks to a Core i7 4.00GHz processor, 32GB of RAM, 1TB SSD drive and a NVIDIA GeForce 960A graphics card with 2GB of dedicated memory.

Still, as much of a workhorse as the Envy is, it's the 3440 x 1440 display LED-backlit display that is jaw dropping. Of course, with any good display, you'll need good sound and the inclusion of Bang & Olufsen speakers makes watching movies or listening to music a joy. Additionally, there is a slew of ports and inputs on the rear of the computer, and a wireless keyboard and mouse are included.

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Apple's 27-inch iMac 5K Retina display desktop is handily the best splurge when it comes to all-in-one computers. The gorgeous 5120 x 2880 display is absolutely beautiful and with 27 inches of screen real estate to work with, there's enough room for both work and play. In addition, there's also a 3.3GHz quad-core Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM (upgradeable to 32) and a 2TB fusion drive. As if the drives didn't already impress, the inclusion of an AMD Radeon R9 M395 graphics card with 2GB of dedicated memory means this display isn't just good for video editing, but gaming as well.

Apple's beloved Bluetooth mouse and keyboard, both with a stunningly slim design, are class-leader accessories in their own right. However, if the included accessories don't impress, the semi-hidden speakers are ready for some bass and, with video editing as a potential use case, there's plenty for audiophiles to love. Even though it was released in 2015, this iMac still leads the field with an immersive display and awesome software experience courtesy of Apple's Sierra operating system. Last but not least is Apple's still-stunning aluminum design that has long been the driving force of proper design in the competitive space. It's just that good.

While Windows 10 and Apple's Mac certainly rule the roost, Google's Chrome OS isn't lying down and, with the addition of Android apps earlier this year, the platform is ramping up to be a true contender. Released in mid-2016, Acer's Chromebase offers a change of pace from the software you've known for years with something that's arguably far easier to learn and perfect for both new and older computer users. Based on Google's Chrome browser, the Chromebase is powered by an Intel Celeron 3215U processor, 4GB of RAM and a 16GB SSD. Unlike Windows and Mac, the Chromebase strength is in the cloud, so the lack of hard drive memory is rarely a concern.

The 1920 x 1080 23.8-inch Full HD edge-to-edge display offers 10-point touch and a variety of ports on the rear, including USB 3.0. The included HD conferencing camera helps Acer position the Chromecase as perfect for the boardroom or the home with video options like Google+ and, ultimately, Skype through the inclusion of Google's Android apps. The two stereo speakers provide more than enough volume to be heard on a conference call, as well as play movies or YouTube clips without missing a beat, while the four microphones make sure the other side hears you just as clearly. Ultimately, the Chromebase provides an interesting conundrum. Can you do your work or personal stuff in a browser? For some, the lack of dedicated apps like they've grown accustomed to on Windows or Apple's hardware for years will be hard to give up, but for others, the simplistic approach with just a browser to rely on may be enough to do everything they need without spending a fortune.

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