Apple Updates Studio Display With These New Features

Alongside the all-new, higher-end Studio Display XDR, Apple has updated the regular version of the Studio Display with some new features. Here is what is new for the lower-end Studio Display, according to Apple: * Two Thunderbolt 5 ports (up to 120Gb/s), with one upstream port (provides 96W pass-through charging) and one downstream port for connecting accessories or daisy-chaining additional displays * The built-in 12-megapixel Center Stage camera now supports Desk View * The six-speaker sound system's woofers deliver "30 percent deeper bass" compared to the previous Studio Display Only the higher-end Studio Display XDR received a 120Hz refresh rate, mini-LED backlighting, increased brightness, and faster 140W pass-through charging. The regular Studio Display still has a 60Hz refresh rate and up to 600 nits of brightness. Both models have 27-inch displays with a 5K resolution. Both new Studio Displays have the same overall design as the original model, but the 12-megapixel Center Stage camera now supports Desk View. The new Studio Displays can be pre-ordered starting Wednesday, March 4 at 6:15 a.m. Pacific Time, ahead of a Wednesday, March 11 launch. In the U.S., the Studio Display continues to start at $1,599, while the Studio Display XDR starts at $3,299. You can upgrade both models to anti-reflective glass for an additional $300. A height-adjustable stand also remains available as an upgrade option. Apple has discontinued the Pro Display XDR and its Pro Stand. Related Roundups: Apple Pro Display XDR, Apple Studio Display Related Forum: Mac Accessories This article, "Apple Updates Studio Display With These New Features" first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums