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Apple Introduces 24" LED Cinema Display with Built-in iSight

The real question to be asking is what type of panel are they using in this puppy.

If it is a IPS panel then the price is understandable, but if they are using a cheap a$$ TN panel then we may have Apple giving their users the one digit salute!

All the last gen Cinema Displays were S-IPS panels!
 
fivepoint said:
Don't get me wrong... I want one... but $900 for a 24" monitor? You've GOT to be kidding me! Dell's, HP's, etc. cost less than half of that! And they work with more than one type of computer... this one is tied to APPLE laptops!?!?!
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Try find a LED backlit screen for that price. The only one I know is the Samsung XL24, which is about twice the price as the Apple screen.
 
Neuroguy said:
Looking at todays announcements, it seems that Apple is resting on its laurels and simply phoning it in.

Nothing exciting.
Nothing for pro users.
Going hog wild with glossy crap
The New MacBook pro is looking less and less like Apple quality and more and more like every other notebook out there.

I am extremely disenchanted with Apple these days.

-1 fanboy

PS. Thinking my next purchase is a Lenovo tablet.
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Yeah, like a Lenovo tablet will help your Pro needs...
 
So they finally release a beautiful 24'' screen to match my beautiful new 24'' iMac, and it won't work together?


Sweet:cool:
 
mobi said:
Seems kinda consumer-ish, at a "Pro" pricepoint.
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Exactly!

And did you hear the Q&A about matte screens on the Macbrook Pro?

Q: Concern about the glossy screens. Are you going to offer another option?
A: Steve: We're going all glass -- we won't offer another version. Phil: You offset the reflection by the brightness, and consumers love it. One of the great things about a notebook is you can turn it however you want!

"Consumers" love it!?!? What about professionals? It's called a pro for a reason!

"You can turn it however you want"?!?! Nice answer Phil!

I am disappointed in this refresh.
 
Why do you guys keep comparing this monitor to LCDs? Of course LED monitors are more expensive. They're also much more energy efficient and last longer. I was however disappointed with the 14ms average response time. I was under the impression that LEDs could get faster than LCDs, and while Apple has never had great pixel response times, I figured they could get <10ms with these. Tech specs are here for whoever asked:

http://www.apple.com/displays/specs.html

But think of it like this: you could buy a 25 mpg sedan for $15000 that may fall apart on you tomorrow or you could get a 50 mpg sedan of the same dimensions and similar specs for $25000 that will last much longer.

I'm also assuming that there will be DVI adapters and there will be support for future imacs/mac pros.
 
When they say "cinematic," does that mean it is also a television? Can I plug it
directly into my cable box and use it as a TV also? :confused:
(remember when gateway and dell used to make those?)
 
So for all the people who said "well if you don't like the glossy screen on you macbook, just get the cinema display"

Well hey look, it's glossy to.

After having to use my iPod headphones does Apple really think I want their speakers on my display.
I still think the back looks bad, it looks like Apple "Ikeasized" the thing.
Humm, I have a mac pro, oh I need a new macbook to use the display.
3 USB and no firewire.

two thumbs down on this display, Apple can keep it.

Rybold said:
When they say "cinematic," does that mean it is also a television? Can I plug it
directly into my cable box and use it as a TV also?
(remember when gateway and dell used to make those?)
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yeah right, you can't even use it with a Mac Pro or other model of macbook.
 
LaDirection said:
Wow, you found a way to buy a Dell 24" Ultrasharp monitor for LESS than $450 when they retail for $699 ??? Check your facts before posting.
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I take it you're from Europe and not from USA? ;)

It is a completely different world when it comes to pricing things for Dell in the states and elsewhere. Dell is a far worse offender than Apple if you compare prices between regions...
 
LED display vs LED backlit display

Is it just me or is it frustrating to see people referring to these new displays as "LED displays"? An actual LED display, one that is not just an old fashioned LCD with LED lighting behind it but millions of tiny LEDs, would be an amazing new product both in terms of durability and energy efficiency. Calling these "LED displays" is a misnomer and is, well, kind of disappointing.
 
WHO THE HELL THOUGHT THE MACBOOK AND MACBOOK PRO DESERVED A UNIQUELY DEDICATED ACD PANEL?

With that said, they better not eliminate DVI-I for Mini-DisplayPort in future panels, assuming they make them.

Still with that said, for every other type of system this option is a no brainer for the price/performance.

NOTE: It's not an LED backlit, but with it's adjustability, quality panel, output options and price point, it's a no brainer for dual displays.

http://h10010.www1.hp.com/wwpc/us/en/sm/WF06a/382087-382087-64283-72270-444767-3648453.html

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See detailed specs US QuickSpecs » html » pdf
Display size (diagonal) 22 in (55.9 cm)
Display type Wide-aspect active matrix TFT
Viewable area (diagonal) 22 in (55.9 cm)
Resolution 1680 x 1050 @ 60 Hz (WSXGA+)
Image quality
Pixel pitch 0.282 mm
Brightness (typical) 300 cd/m²
Contrast ratio (typical) 1000:1
Viewing angle 178 degrees
Viewing angle (vertical) 178 degrees
Response rate (typical) <6 ms (gray to gray), 16 ms (on/off)
Frequency range (horizontal) 30 - 93 kHz
Frequency range (vertical) 48 - 85 Hz
Signal input One DVI-I and one DisplayPort connector; HDCP support
Ports Rear:
4 USB 2.0

Ease of use features
Bezel color Carbonite
Tilt Angle - 5 degrees to + 30 degrees
Swivel angle ± 45 degrees
Height adjustable Yes, range 3.94 in (10.0 cm)
Interface and perfomance features Anti-glare
Asset Control
Anti-static
Language selection
Plug and Play
On-Screen controls brightness
contrast
color temperature (6500k, 9300k, custom)
individual color control
clock
clock phase
factory reset
monitor management
User programmable modes 15
Compliance
Energy Efficiency ENERGY STAR® Qualified, EPEAT™ Silver
Hardware features
Synch input TTL separate (H)/(V) Synch
Dimensions (w x d x h) 19.9 x 10.0 x 18.8 in (50.6 x 25.3 x 47.7 cm)
(Unpacked with stand minimum height)

Weight 18.7 lb (8.5 kg)
Service and Support
Warranty Feature Three years parts, labor, and on-site service. 24-hour, 90-day, toll-free technical support. Certain restrictions and exclusions apply. For
details, contact HP Customer Support.



*Except where noted, all prices are estimated U.S. HP prices. Actual prices from other locations or websites may vary.

** Leasing information, where displayed, is for a 48-month lease. Call 1-800-888-5858 to talk to a representative about leasing options to meet your needs. Shipping and tax not included. Details



All specifications are provided by the component manufacturers. Performance specifications represent the typical specification of all HP's component manufacturers' typical level specifications for performance. Actual performance may vary either higher or lower.
 
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Apple needed this one. I really like the new display. The iSight is a nice feature.
 
Guys, I don't see why this monitor wouldn't be compatible with older laptops with DVI...all you need is a cable that'll convert the mini displayport to DVI. I'm sure someone out there will make one.

And those wondering what type of panel this will have, it will most likely be S-IPS, since the viewing angles are 178 degrees.
 
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