With built-in Thunderbolt technology--the fastest, most flexible I/O ever--the 27-inch Apple Thunderbolt Display can do things other displays simply can't. Of course, it delivers a brilliant viewing experience. But connect it to any Thunderbolt-enabled Mac and it becomes a plug-and-play hub for everything you do. Features include a high-resolution 2560 x 1440-pixel LED-backlit display, a FaceTime HD camera, high-quality audio, three USB 2.0 ports, a FireWire 800 port, a Gigabit Ethernet port, and a Thunderbolt port for daisy-chaining additional high-performance devices.
27-inch display designed for Mac notebook computers
(view larger).
Full of ports, including Thunderbolt, three powered USB,
FireWire 800, and Gigabit Ethernet (view larger).
Connects to Thunderbolt-enabled Macs and peripherals
(Mac, keyboard, and mouse not included; view larger).
Key Features
Revolutionary Thunderbolt Technology
Developed by Intel with collaboration from Apple, high-speed Thunderbolt I/O (input/output) technology delivers an amazing 10 gigabits per second of transfer speeds in both directions. The Thunderbolt port allows you to connect to new Thunderbolt-compatible peripherals as well as existing USB and FireWire peripherals using simple adapters. You'll be able to move data up to 20 times faster than with USB 2.0 and more than 12 times faster than with FireWire 800, and you can daisy-chain up to six high-speed devices without using a hub. Thunderbolt also supports DisplayPort for high resolution displays and works with existing adapters for HDMI, DVI, and VGA displays.
Single-Cable Convenience
With its 27-inch LED-backlit screen, the new Thunderbolt Display delivers a brilliant viewing experience. But connect it to any Thunderbolt-enabled Mac, and it becomes a plug-and-play hub for everything you do. With just one cable, you'll get high-resolution screen space, high-quality audio, a FaceTime HD camera, FireWire 800, and Gigabit Ethernet ports--and a Thunderbolt port you can use to daisy-chain additional high-performance peripherals such as hard drives and video capture devices.
Plug In and Power Up
The Thunderbolt Display includes a MagSafe connector that powers and charges your MacBook Pro or MacBook Air. The connector sits on your desk, ready and waiting. No need to unwind the cord to the power adapter that came with your notebook.
Integrated FaceTime Webcam
You'll be able to easily connect with friends, family, and business colleagues using the MacBook Air's FaceTime camera, which is integrated into the thin bezel above the display. And with Apple's FaceTime application, you're not limited to video chats with other Macs--you can now make video calls to iPhone and iPod touch users (Wi-Fi connection required for mobile users).
Specifications
Display - 2560 x 1440-pixel resolution
- 16.7 million colors
- 16:9 aspect ratio
- 178° horizontal/vertical viewing angle
- 375 cd/m2 brightness
- 1000:1 contrast ratio
- 12 ms response time
Audio and Video - FaceTime HD camera with microphone
- 2.1 speaker system (49 watts)
Warranty - 90 days of free telephone support, one-year limited warranty
| Connections - Three powered USB 2.0 ports
- FireWire 800 port
- Gigabit Ethernet port
- Thunderbolt port
- Kensington security slot
Cables - Built-in Thunderbolt cable
- Built-in Universal MagSafe cable (up to 85W)
Size and Weight - 25.7 x 8.15 x 19.35 inches (WxDxH)
- 23.5 pounds
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System Requirements - Thunderbolt-enabled Mac computer, including MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, Mac mini, and iMac
- OS X v10.6.8 or later
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What's in the Box
Apple Thunderbolt Display, AC power cord, printed documentation
(26 customer reviews) 
Beautiful, well-designed -- and how to reduce the glare, September 22, 2011 
Expensive and Worth It For Some, October 18, 2011 
