If the latest rumors making the rounds online are to be believed, Apple Inc. plans to release a new powerful iMac model. Speculations began when a code concealed inside the Cupertino tech giant's OS X EI Captain beta version was revealed. This discovery suggests that Apple may release a 21.5-inch 4K iMac Retina.

A report in Christian Today states that the metadata for OS X EI Captain indicated an iMac screen with a native resolution of 4096 x 2304 pixels. It is thought that this display will be for an upcoming iteration of the 21.5-inch iMac, which supposedly requires upgrading. The current iMac model comes with a screen resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels.

In October 2014, the 27-inch Apple desktop computer arrived with a 5K Retina display, but the 21.5-inch model still uses a regular LED display. Several media outlets are certain that Apple is also eager to update its smaller desktop computer.

IGN reports that as of now Apple doesn't have any desktop computer with 4K resolution. Hence, if the rumors prove to be true, it seems that the tech firm will be eventually be releasing an iMac Retina with 4K resolution. According to Tech Times, this machine should be a great hit among the public.

While the 27-inch iMac came with amazing specs and incontestable appeal, which translated to massive sales. The price tag of this device compelled many consumers search for other options. The premium iMac came with a price tag of $2,499 at launch. While Apple is now selling the device for $1,999, even this pricing is considered to be too steep for many. With the launch of the purported 21.5-inch 4K iMac Retina, several interested buyers will be able to enjoy a further powerful device at a relatively affordable price. It is expected that the new iMac will cost less compared to the bulky 5K iMac Retina.

As of now, Apple is yet to confirm the existence of the purported 21.5-inch 4K iMac Retina, speculations are rife that new desktop computer will be unveiled by October or November.