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Chitchat Can a current 27" iMac(2017) be used as a HDMI monitor?
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I don't expect Apple to update the mini this year because they are still working on the more powerful iMac Pro. After that it will probably be the turn of the Mac Pro.
I'm currently using a Macbook Pro connected to a 24" Dell display via a DVI connector but it's not an ideal solution. Plenty of unsightly cables
Was actually looking at one of those newer 34" Asus monitors but if I can connect my android media player to a new 27" iMac I would prefer this solution because the 5K display is much nicer.
select target display mode. use mini displayport and connect to 3rd party with mini displayport cable or via a 3rd party hdmi converter.
Use your Macbook Pro's thunderbolt port to convert to a mini displayport, those converter usually include HDMI port as well. After that you can just pick up any gaming display that supports 5k & up to 240hz and you will have the highest res display that the latest media can support.
P.S do not buy those Taobao docks, the specs listed usually are not the latest ones.
http://thewirecutter.com/reviews/best-thunderbolt-dock/
http://www.flatpanelshd.com/news.php?subaction=showfull&id=1465296941
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haha what's the use of 4k or 5k display when u are playing FHD quality content 90% of the time?
I'm actually looking at the 5K display for viewing movies & not playing games.
My current TV is 4+ years & still running so I don't want to throw it away.
Currently looking at upgrading my Mac & if the iMac's with a 5K screen can double up as a computer as well as a media player then I will probably get an iMac . I've seen the new iMacs & it has a very nice display.
I don't buy new Macs anymore. I buy refurbished stuff plus great accessories from https://www.macsales.com/
Thanks. My equipment is getting old & I need to update most of my gear. It's amazing how much old hardware I have sitting on my desk: 3 displays, 2 PCs, a TV, a Macbook , an internet radio, a media player, external speakers, ....
I've bought small & brand new items from Macsales before but I don't think it's worth buying refurbish hardware because of the shipping costs.
I prefer to buy new & use until something is end of life.
sam, please let me know when do u think apple will launch new mac mini? or shall i get Intel NUC?
http://www.simplynuc.com/
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http://www.simplynuc.com/
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I visited the Apple Store at Orchard Road & asked them whether I can connect a media player to view movies on the new iMac screens.
I was told that the new iMacs don't support target mode. So one cannot use the Apple TV with the new iMacs
I think Apple dropped the ball in this case. I'm sure there are many people who would want to use the iMac screens with the Apple TV.
I was told that the new iMacs don't support target mode. So one cannot use the Apple TV with the new iMacs
I think Apple dropped the ball in this case. I'm sure there are many people who would want to use the iMac screens with the Apple TV.
The Mac mini will probably be phased out in the near future. The most cost effective macs nowadays are the iMacs.
If anyone is looking for the LG Ultrafine 5k 27" monitor you can find it at the Spore Applestore. It's set up so you can actually touch & use it. This is rare in Spore.
They really have plenty of space & manpower/girlpower at the Apple Store. Must cost $$$ to run the shop.
These monitors are selling it for SGD$1,875
They really have plenty of space & manpower/girlpower at the Apple Store. Must cost $$$ to run the shop.
These monitors are selling it for SGD$1,875
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