Best Full Size Desktop Computers 2017

Best desktop computer I had yet

I recently built my new desktop and chose this one processor for the build. I can only say wow! editing full-size RAW a1 files, is smooth as silk with this CPU!

I recently upgraded my 2017 Mac Desktop with an Apple 24 iMac with M3 Chip (Blue). I am very happy with this model. It runs incredibly smooth and the transfer of all of my data and settings was flawless. I highly recommend this Apple Desktop model.

I'm using it to mirror my desktop from a Surface Pro (2017) to a Panasonic Viera VT30 plasma TV. Works perfectly, no issues whatsoever. Sends both image and audio signal over HDMI. A little more expensive than some of the other options out there, but I didn't want to take any chances as it seems some don't work properly. This one definitely works.

Best for storing prints in a safe container. I like the 1-1/2 size boxes because when full they are easy to move.

Nice full size screen. Best to use it with a background stand as it will not self support itself without the risk of falling over. Has velcro straps on side and top. I use it with the $279 Manfrotto background kit. Velcro the sides to the support and leave the top unsecured and you can still slide muslins in front without difficulty. Only slight con is B&H ships this in a flat packing which did not ship well. First package split open at UPS's processing center and had to be shipped back. Second one was close to being open when I got it.

I use the Arc Mouse for my desktop, laptop and netbook computers. Very easy to use and the design makes it very comfortable to use. It takes just a little adjustment after switching from an optical mouse, but you will not go back.

I know that there are several companies out there who make good memory cards, but when I check my stash of memory cards, most of them say SanDisk on them. Likewise, most of the back-up memory for my Desktop computers say Western Digital (who owns SanDisk). My advice is to learn about the nuances of memory cards. The small print on similar looking cards distinguishes the capability, not just in GB capacity, but the generation of chip and the speed for reading and downloading. I also own some Sony and Delkin memory cards, but SanDisk makes good stuff.

Both dives allow me to easily transfer files from my laptop to my desktop computers. I find it very easy to use.

Short review: I wanted to find a USB switcher I didn't have to worry (or even think) about at all. This is it. Long review: for context for the rest of this review, my use case is to switch a common set of USB devices (keyboard, mouse, and USB audio device) between a desktop and a laptop. I bought this unit after having a poor experience with a much cheaper USB sharing switch from another manufacturer. This other unit lasted about two years, then started to fail to switch between host computers, and also seemed to be allowing voltage from one host to pass through to the other. I'm not one to risk damage to the valuable computers I've got hooked up to these switches. I got rid of that unit, did some research, and picked this one up based on some other folks' recommendations. This unit isn't cheap, and seems to be marketed primarily toward business use cases, but so far it's working perfectly for my home office setup. It appears that I'm getting exactly what I hoped I was paying for: reliability and safety. I haven't had a single electrical gremlin show up since I began using this. It automatically switches the three USB devices to my laptop when I plug it in, and switches back to the desktop when I unplug my laptop. I'd recommend reading the instructions and making use of the power supply.