Port Mini DisplayPort in new Mac no longer a problem

When MacBook Pro laptops instead of traditional port DVI was used Mini DisplayPort interface, the only displays, to which it can be proved to connect the 24-inch Apple Cinema Display and 30-inch Apple Cinema HD Display.

Despite the fact that Apple offers adapters for connecting to the new MacBook Pro display with VGA and DVI connectors, adapters, these are quite expensive. But third-party developers succeed This is much more, offering cheaper versions of adapters. Among them - Monoprice.com, Circuit Assembly and Kanex. Price of adapters range from $ 10 to $ 20, while the Apple adapter will cost $ 30 or more. In addition, and Monoprice.com, and Circuit Assembly offer consumers the connection cables that can connect the Mac to the display with the standard DisplayPort port.

Kanex company also recently announced a new adapter, Mini DisplayPort to HDMI interface, which is also equipped with a USB-port and through which the audio signal is transmitted. In addition, Monoprice.com and Circuit Assembly produce cables, Extension of a Mini DisplayPort interface. Those lacking among Apple accessories, because all the original cables are not designed for connection are far apart devices, that is simply too short.

ARS Technica commentator Chris Foresman (Chris Foresman) expressed the hope that in the future, Apple will take into account all the shortcomings of their accessories. Until then, consumers can use the appropriate products from third-party developers.