The Thunderbolt Display: A Product That Apple Discontinued But May See an Update in the Future

In June, Apple discontinued the Thunderbolt display, a product that many were hoping would see an update this year. The Thunderbolt display was released five years ago before WWDC 2016 and had been the subject of rumors about a new version. If we do see an update to the Thunderbolt display in the future, what can be expected?

Firstly, it is likely that the updated display will have a 5K resolution similar to that of the 5K iMac. The design of the display is also expected to share similarities with its predecessor, including the thin tapering design. However, the real question here is how this display will be powered. Most computers today struggle to handle 5K resolutions, and therefore, it's essential to find a solution that won't put too much strain on these devices.

One option for powering the Thunderbolt display is to include an integrated GPU in the monitor itself. This would allow the computer plugged into the display to not have to carry the entire load, making it easier for more Macs to use the display and potentially making it available sooner. This approach could be beneficial for users who want a high-resolution display without having to upgrade their computer.

Another option being considered is to utilize display port 1.2 multistream transport over a Thunderbolt 2 or Thunderbolt 3 connection. This method involves splitting the signal into two separate signals and then stitching them together later using Thunderbolt 2, which requires two cables. While Thunderbolt 3 can handle this over one cable, it still results in a two-signal setup.

For a more seamless experience, experts suggest waiting for display port 1.3 or 1.4, which will be available in Intel's upcoming Cannon Lake processors in 2017. These new display ports would allow for a single-stream cable, but there is currently no information on when these processors will be integrated into the product.

Despite the discontinuation of the original Thunderbolt display, rumors persist that a new version is in the works. This updated display is expected to have an integrated GPU and USB-C connectivity with support for Thunderbolt 3. If this new display does indeed become available, it's possible that it will be released alongside the new iMac Pro in the fall.

As we await any potential updates to the Thunderbolt display, it's essential to stay informed through reputable sources like MacRumors. They offer up-to-date news and insights on the latest developments in the world of Apple technology.

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In conclusion, while the original Thunderbolt display is no longer in production, it's possible that an updated version may be released in the future. If this happens, it will likely feature a 5K resolution, similar design traits, and innovative powering solutions to address the challenges of handling high-resolution displays on older computers.

"WEBVTTKind: captionsLanguage: enthe Thunderbolt display was something we were hoping to see an update to this year but now Apple discontinued it but if we do see an update what is there to expect so in June Apple discontinued the Thunderbolt display this was a product that many were hoping would see in updates because it has been 5 years since it was released before WWDC 2016 there were rumors about a new Thunderbolt display that seemed to be credible so if we get one what is there to expect so first off it will probably have a 5k display similar to what we have in the 5K iMac and it will probably share similar design traits as well like the thin tapering design the real question here though is how this display will be powered most computers these days can't handle 5K well the first option is to have an integrated GPU in the monitor this will help power the monitor so the computer that it's plugged into doesn't have to take the entire load and this would make it easier for more Macs to use the display and make it available in the near future now another option is to use display port 1.2 multistream transport over a thunderbolt 2 or Thunderbolt 3 what this does is split the signal into two separate signals so instead of one big 5K signal it splits it into two and then stitches it later with Thunderbolt 2 this does require two cables though Thunderbolt 3 can handle it over one cable but still it's two signals and this is just a way to get around using that one 5K signal the more seamless option is to wait for display port 1.3 or 1.4 and this will be coming in Intel's Canon leak processors this would allow for a single stream cable but these processors aren't supposed to be out in until 2017 and then they would have to be integrated into the product so the time frame here is really what's in question now even after the discontinuation there's still word that a new display is in the works one with an integrated GPU and USBC with support for Thunderbolt 3 so there is still hope that we will see a new display from Apple in 2016 and if it does come in 2016 it will probably come alongside the new Max in the fall so that's what we know about the Thunderbolt display But be sure to stay tuned to Macer so you can see any more news as it comes out hope you enjoyed this video if you did be sure to subscribe so you can see when new videos are out and visit mc.com for more I want to thank you all for watching I'm Atkins with macers and I will see you next timethe Thunderbolt display was something we were hoping to see an update to this year but now Apple discontinued it but if we do see an update what is there to expect so in June Apple discontinued the Thunderbolt display this was a product that many were hoping would see in updates because it has been 5 years since it was released before WWDC 2016 there were rumors about a new Thunderbolt display that seemed to be credible so if we get one what is there to expect so first off it will probably have a 5k display similar to what we have in the 5K iMac and it will probably share similar design traits as well like the thin tapering design the real question here though is how this display will be powered most computers these days can't handle 5K well the first option is to have an integrated GPU in the monitor this will help power the monitor so the computer that it's plugged into doesn't have to take the entire load and this would make it easier for more Macs to use the display and make it available in the near future now another option is to use display port 1.2 multistream transport over a thunderbolt 2 or Thunderbolt 3 what this does is split the signal into two separate signals so instead of one big 5K signal it splits it into two and then stitches it later with Thunderbolt 2 this does require two cables though Thunderbolt 3 can handle it over one cable but still it's two signals and this is just a way to get around using that one 5K signal the more seamless option is to wait for display port 1.3 or 1.4 and this will be coming in Intel's Canon leak processors this would allow for a single stream cable but these processors aren't supposed to be out in until 2017 and then they would have to be integrated into the product so the time frame here is really what's in question now even after the discontinuation there's still word that a new display is in the works one with an integrated GPU and USBC with support for Thunderbolt 3 so there is still hope that we will see a new display from Apple in 2016 and if it does come in 2016 it will probably come alongside the new Max in the fall so that's what we know about the Thunderbolt display But be sure to stay tuned to Macer so you can see any more news as it comes out hope you enjoyed this video if you did be sure to subscribe so you can see when new videos are out and visit mc.com for more I want to thank you all for watching I'm Atkins with macers and I will see you next time\n"