Apple LED Cinema Display

Introduced in October 2008, the Apple LED Cinema Display is a 24" LED backlit computer monitor. Featuring a limited number of inputs - namely DisplayPort and USB - the LED Cinema Display includes a built in USB hub and iSight camera, microphone and speakers. While the display is truly stunning with its cutting edge backlighting, luxurious panel and enclosure design - it is limited by its average size, price and connectivity.This is due to the fact that it is precisely designed to be used with a MacBook only. Featuring the precise digital I/O supported by the device, the LED Cinema Display also features a MagSafe connector to charge your laptop without requiring you to plug in to the power bar or wall socket yourself.

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Apple LED Cinema Display
MSRP $899.00
Release date October, 2008
Brand Apple
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Pros & Cons

ProSCORE
4 reviews
58
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2 positive
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1 negative

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Pros:
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the ideal monitor for use with a MacBook or MacBook Air
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amazing technology and design
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LED backlighting produces nicer blacks, uses less power, is better for the environment and lasts longer than the regular lamps found in present day monitors
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large 1920x1200 resolution
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MagSafe plug allows MacBook users to charge their laptops with ease - without buying a new A/C adapter
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incompatible with any other laptop or desktop around
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only one model to choose from
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pretty pricey for a 24" monitor
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fairly average physical size
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Apple LED Cinema Display

• Apple LED Cinema Display 24-Inch MB382LL/A

• LED Cinema Display Black 24" Widescreen LCD Monitor

UPC: 885909211951

EAN: 885909211951

MPN: MB382LL/A

Competitors

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HP LP2475w

HP LP2475w

MSRP  $649.99    Released  September, 2008
Pros
  • Very wide viewing angle
  • S-IPS panel - better viewing angles, colour etc...
  • affordable price considering the technology and size
Cons
  • sRGB mode doesn't seem to do anything
  • a bit expensive for the everyday consumer
  • poor default settings without calibration (too bright, DeltaE = 4.5)
ProSCORE
5 reviews
83
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Samsung Syncmaster 245T

Samsung Syncmaster 245T

MSRP  $700.00    Released  August, 2007
Pros
  • Excellent color, contrast, and brightness
  • Reasonable pixel transition rates for an LCD
  • Excellent viewing angle support, both vertical and horizontal
Cons
  • High-pitched buzzing noise affects some units, can be annoying to some
  • High heat output, puts off more heat than an old CRT
  • expensive for the majority of consumers
ProSCORE
2 reviews
81
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NEC LCD2690WUXI-BK

NEC LCD2690WUXI-BK

MSRP  $1,199.99    Released  January, 2009
Pros
  • extremely thin and attractive bezel
  • quality 4-year warranty, includes backlight
  • large 1080p capable resolution
Cons
  • extremely expensive
  • colours are not all that accurate without calibration
  • poor for any other use other than professional image / video manipulation, measurable input lag, slow response time, limited connectivity
ProSCORE
1 review
69
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vote Apple LED Cinema Display 100% vs. vote NEC LCD2690WUXI-BK 0%

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Comments

1.  avatar bekwinz said:

these are very nice monitors

Nov 29, 2008 12:48am
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Yale

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November 28, 2008
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ProSCORE
56
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5 pros
4 cons

Pros

  • the ideal monitor for use with a MacBook or MacBook Air
  • amazing technology and design
  • LED backlighting produces nicer blacks, uses less power, is better for the environment and lasts longer than the regular lamps found in present day monitors
  • large 1920x1200 resolution
  • MagSafe plug allows MacBook users to charge their laptops with ease - without buying a new A/C adapter

Cons

  • incompatible with any other laptop or desktop around
  • only one model to choose from
  • pretty pricey for a 24" monitor
  • fairly average physical size

Competitors

Yale prefers HP LP2475w over Apple LED Cinema Display
Yale prefers Apple LED Cinema Display over NEC LCD2690WUXI-BK
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Chrisdentist

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January 4, 2009
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ProSCORE
75
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3 pros
1 con

Pros

  • the ideal monitor for use with a MacBook or MacBook Air
  • amazing technology and design
  • large 1920x1200 resolution

Cons

  • pretty pricey for a 24" monitor

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mikey94025

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December 12, 2008
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75
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3 pros
1 con

Pros

  • the ideal monitor for use with a MacBook or MacBook Air
  • amazing technology and design
  • LED backlighting produces nicer blacks, uses less power, is better for the environment and lasts longer than the regular lamps found in present day monitors

Cons

  • incompatible with any other laptop or desktop around

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phenix1819

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June 5, 2009
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Pros

Did not agree with any pros

Cons

  • incompatible with any other laptop or desktop around
  • only one model to choose from

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cobracg

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December 8, 2008
ProSCORE
62
negative
mixed
positive
5 pros
3 cons

Pros

  • the ideal monitor for use with a MacBook or MacBook Air
  • amazing technology and design
  • LED backlighting produces nicer blacks, uses less power, is better for the environment and lasts longer than the regular lamps found in present day monitors
  • large 1920x1200 resolution
  • MagSafe plug allows MacBook users to charge their laptops with ease - without buying a new A/C adapter

Cons

  • incompatible with any other laptop or desktop around
  • only one model to choose from
  • fairly average physical size

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