What is the best hard drive to iMac!

Hi,
I would like to replace the hard drive on my iMac (2008 mid), because the S.M.A.R.T status: Failed!
Current hard drive: WDC WD2500AAJS-40VWA1 (Caviar Se 250GB)
Iwould like to replace a larger, faster, quieter hard drive (500Gb, 750GB, or 1TB).
What is the best choice for now?
Many thanks,

Beginning in 2009 Apple began using hard disks with integrated fan sensors, this means  you should replace with drives that offer that. I'd recommend contacting OWC  (www.macsales.com) and asking what drives they recommend. Either that or visit a local AASP and get their recommendations.

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