I do not understand the hate for the studio display

[PegLegDreg]

From my perspective the “hate” is directed to Apple taking display tech from the 2014 iMac and releasing it as an expensive standalone monitor in 2022 (I have two, one shiny and one matte and quite like them) that was then “upgraded” (the most important element, the screen, was not) and is still sold for the same price. The XDR version that was released alongside it, I’m sorry to say, does not offer me an upgrade (I’m very sensitive to blooming and I’m not interested in 27” monitors anymore but those are me things).

Some people are laser-focused on Bang for Buck™ and some are not. Those focused people will never appreciate Apple displays because “you can always get equivalent for cheaper” (you kinda can’t) and thus will hate. And for themselves, they’re correct!

If you use it and love it, great! If you cannot imagine paying that much money for such a thing, great! You have so many options already. Enjoy choice!

Maybe there just wasn't a panel available that was suitably upgraded?

 

[triumvirate]

The iMac isn't gimped by any stretch of the imagination. For what it is intended for its a really good computer

Compared to what it used to be… it’s just not what it was. And I fully understand that was Apple’s intention for it. They wanted people to spend more $ on several devices of theirs & lowered the prospects of the 24”.

They did give us colors though!! 😮‍💨

Studio Display is still overpriced for what it is.

 

[PegLegDreg]

Compared to what it used to be… it’s just not what it was. And I fully understand that was Apple’s intention for it. They wanted people to spend more $ on several devices of theirs & lowered the prospects of the 24”.

They did give us colors though!! 😮‍💨

Studio Display is still overpriced for what it is.

The iMac Pro was always a transitionary device until the Mac Pro emerged. The iMac was always a general computer until then.

 

[fran.tic]

I don’t see any hate. Everyone I know with one loves it.

 

[H_D]

The XDR is a wonderful display, the only thing I wish it had is a 10GbE port.

 

[ikir]

I recently purchased a Studio Display 2026. It works flawlessly with both my MacBook and iPad with zero configuration and looks and sounds great. It looks cool. I thought that was the whole reason people liked Apple (it just works).

Why are people so shocked by the price of this thing? Why is it that when it comes to monitors people suddenly start saying that the Apple experience does not matter and that it is far superior to use a Samsung monitor with a thumb nub on the back that you have to use to change any settings? Bit simplistic but I’m genuinely baffled by the response to this monitor’s release considering the audience it is targeted at.

Studio Display 2022 is one of the best buy I ever did. People love to hate. All aliens is great and have very few alternatives is you need quality and 5K which is perfect for retina.

 

[Harddrive]

Since most tv and movies are centered around 60hz because for the most part they were done in either 24fps or 30fps and 60hz works best for that games however benefit from 120hz so for the majority of us 60hz is just fine or at least those of us who are not gamers.

 

[Spock]

That can basically be said for any “all-in-one” or MacBook / iPad today though. It’s just corp speak for “we saw opportunity for profit” imo.

The iMac became less profitable than Apple wanted, and now the current gimped iMac is about the same price a good iMac used to be.

You can't compare a laptop or tablet to a desktop computer, they are not the same thing. And the current iMac is not gimped, it's just now what you want it to be. It started as a consumer level device and Apple brought it back to that while offering the pro-sumer option Mac Studio.

 

[con2apple]

What have I made up?

Supposedly, people are shocked by the price. No, nobody’s shocked. Nobody’s sitting there with a Pikachu face. The price is being criticized, but nobody’s shocked.

And as for your “simplistic claim” that using a button on a Samsung is so terrible that it justifies any price at Apple… sorry, but I’ve never heard anyone make such comparisons. Not even when it comes to other aspects of the monitors.

Why don't you just look at the facts with two popular competitors and compare them, instead of accusing everyone of being nothing but haters? You're already assuming the answer you want.

BenQ MA270s and LG 27GM950B-B 999$
Apple Studio Display 1.599$

LG and BenQ can be adjusted in all directions. With the Apple Studio, you can only adjust the viewing angle.

BenQ offers 70 Hz, LG 120 Hz, and Apple 60 Hz

LG and BenQ can be connected to three computers at the same time, or to one computer plus two monitors.
Apple allows one computer and a maximum of one additional monitor. Provided it supports Thunderbolt. That’s because Apple doesn’t like HDMI or DisplayPort.
(I’ll leave out daisy chaining here)

LG and BenQ have physical buttons and therefore work with any computer. Apple relies on proprietary touch controls, thereby excluding any devices the company no longer favors from use.

Oh, and Apple has proven that its monitors are disposable products. While you can still use a BenQ, LG, or any other monitor 20 years from now, or connect it to a computer from 20 years ago, Apple arbitrarily renders its monitors completely unusable for the own products.

Studio Display (2026) - Tech Specs - Apple Support

Studio Display (2026) - Tech Specs

support.apple.com

Let’s see if you’ll really still be able to use the monitor you bought today for $1,599 in five years. To be fair: Yes, of course. If you also buy the Macs Apple wants you to use.

These are the facts that raise the question of why a built-in camera (which was flawed in the first version) and built-in speakers justify a $1,000 price premium.
($600 if you don’t care about ergonomics)

Just because the design is pretty? Just because the monitor feels “cool”? Or because the marketing hype makes it seem like the device is groundbreaking?

It’s a monitor that relies on proprietary standards and, by design, has software locks to force customers to buy new products.
Of course, if you say: “Hey, a monitor is just like a computer. I replace mine every three years anyway. Debts for the world.” Then it’s a different story. Then you might not care whether the monitor will still work with your current computer in four years. Because until then you will have a new computer.

But I and many other people don’t buy a new monitor every few years. There just isn’t enough progress. Now, after ten years with the Dell UP2715K, there are finally enough innovations to justify a purchase.

And I, like many others, look at the monitor’s technical specs. They’re not competitive. I can get P3 from BenQ, too. LG and even Asus allow for smooth scrolling without any software restrictions. Offer glossy or matte displays.

The market is bigger than just Apple and Samsung. Those two just keep popping up because they have the most aggressive marketing.

 

[maflynn]

the product when every criticism is labeled as hate.

That occurs when people fail to properly debate the topic and so they revert to ad-hominid attacks

 

[triumvirate]

You can't compare a laptop or tablet to a desktop computer, they are not the same thing. And the current iMac is not gimped, it's just now what you want it to be. It started as a consumer level device and Apple brought it back to that while offering the pro-sumer option Mac Studio.

I gave up wanting anything for the iMac years ago. 27” was always good as a consumer level device.

Apple did it for profit, and I have accepted they did it. I don’t have to agree with their greed. That Studio Display is way overpriced.

 

[Petite messe solennelle]

Big important part missing here is which of these has a speaker, camera or mics, and what quality those are. If you buy a bare-bones display without the stuff you need to do a zoom call or have audio at all, then you have to add to your purchase price. You also have to add a bunch of clutter and cables to your desk, which not everyone wants to do.

That is not missing. My intention was to compare the display panel specs. You're free to collect the other specs and to post them yourself.

 

[TVreporter]

Hate is a strong word…

I dislike its price - try Canadian prices, our wallets are empty up here!!

 

[NewOldStock]

As the saying goes can`t take your money with you when you die!
Enjoy the ride.