PC to iMac - only thing missing is Blu-Ray support

I want to purchase an iMac 27 inch.  The only thing that is holding me back is the lack of a BUILT IN blu ray player (or preferably a burner).  With a 27 inch monitor this would be eye candy.  Watching a standard DVD on this gorgeous monitor is not an option.  Running a 3rd party Blu-Ray player (additional cables) is not an option.  When Apple can include this, I will be one of the first people in line for a sale!

I am not sure why you are telling us.  We are only users and have no say in Apple's policies.
I am afraid you are going to be waiting a long time.

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