From the outside, the computer looks like a conventional desktop model.
The company said its introductions on Monday would include 33 different configurations for desktop models, including 5 new ones.
She bought a desktop model, a more portable one and a program for her home computer so all three machines could exchange information.
Analysts have been expecting Apple to make some price cuts on desktop models.
Most desktop models using the 386 microprocessor are less than $5,000.
Notebook computers range from about $1,800 to $6,000; a more powerful desktop model can be had for about $2,600.
System 55 is a desktop model capable of processing in the Japanese language.
Both hand held and desktop models are available.
They offer performance that rivals desktop models, yet leave out almost nothing of importance.
Trim desktop models also tend to use less energy.
