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How about a DVI to Mini adaptor, so we can all buy and use the new displays without having to buy a new MacBookPro.

Feb 10, 09 - 05:29 pm Comment from: Cubert

But, but, but I thought this was another example of Apple's proprietary technology?

Because you know Mafia$oft never uses proprietary technology and is all about open ecosystems, like "Played For Sure".

YES!

A mini-DisplayPort to HDMI would be excellent. Especially if they can figured out a way for it to carry at least some sound with it (which I've heard is possible with Mini-DisplayPort).

Feb 10, 09 - 06:21 pm Comment from: DRM sucks

There are already versions of MDP to DVI and to VGA, though these are cheaper.

Feb 10, 09 - 08:30 pm Comment from: qka

At least the prices aren't too high.

Feb 10, 09 - 08:48 pm Comment from: macnut222

I wonder if they'll come out with a Mini DP to Video (S-Video/Composite) adapter.

Feb 11, 09 - 08:19 am Comment from: jtc

people still use s-video?

Feb 11, 09 - 09:32 am Comment from: MacintoshSoftwareList.com

Is this wireless? And do they have a mini-DisplayPort to firewire?

Feb 11, 09 - 09:56 am Comment from: rdbvideo

I've been buying cables from MonoPrice for a couple years, and it's rare than anyone can beat their prices.

So glad I bought the previous generation MacBook Pro last November.
I have no desire to add to my already large, adapter collection.

@Jacob: why?

combining video with audio is a pain in the ass for many of us with high-end audio amplifiers that do not have HDMI switching. There's no way i'm going to replace the excellent audio amps in my studio just to support HDMI. I like the fact that Apple already offers a dedicated digital audio out in all its computers. I also use Firewire extensively for audio streaming and transfer in my studio.

HDMI is an overt attempt to sell expensive licensed cables and new consumer-grade home theater receivers. While i can afford the ridiculous HDMI cable prices, it's a pain because our amps are not co-located with the displays, so the HDMI cable tax is double what it should be. Keeping video and audio cables separate is more versatile and is actually less expensive for most users. HDMI is the most pathetic excuse for a decent digital interface standard ever. Let us hope that DisplayPort becomes the de facto video-only interface standard.