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I do think there is a niche for this machine, although it would be nice if it could go up to 32 gigs of RAM.
I'm considering buying one, just because it is a solid desktop machine. It may not do all what a M2 Pro Mac Mini or a Mac Studio can, CPU-wise, but an AIO machine with a good screen (and Apple is excellent at making screens), it is good enough for almost anything, including using Vagrant and Docker for some coding.
I just wish Apple added some minor upgrades, for example:
Bumping the NIC to 2.5 Gbps or even 10 gigE, like what is offered with the Mac Mini.
Qi/MagSafe charging for the keyboard and mouse, so accessories/charging stands can be made for those.
Adding a USB-C port to the power supply, by the Ethernet port.
Allowing the Thunderbolt port to work for video in, so the iMac could function as a "dumb" screen for another machine, like a target mode.
However, overall, it isn't a bad machine, and probably the best desktop for people starting off.