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  1. iApplereviews

    USB C Video Issues Continue

    Just updated to 13.1 beta 2 still no fix for the USB C video issues and still no acknowledgment of an issue. Haven't been able to use a USB C monitor with either of my Macs since Venturas release.
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    First Time MacBook user using smart TV as external Monitor

    I really hope someone can help me with the following; I am using LG 55inch OLED 4K TV as an external monitor for my new MacBook Pro. I am trying to use a custom resolution of 3200x1800 instead of 4K resolution. However I don't want the screen to be stretched to fit TV, I simply want to have an...
    • superwitwicky
    • Thread
    • custom resolution external monitor m1 macbook pro 14" smart tv
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
  3. Rozovici

    Fonts on 4K Dell g3223q

    Hello, I just bought a 32inch 4K monitor for my 14inch Macbook Pro as I was trying to go for the best option that has at least 120Hz refresh rate and will give me sharp fonts. My slight disappointment is related to the sharpness of the fonts. I can't say they are blurry, but I don't find them...
    • Rozovici
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    • 4k resolution display external monitor fonts issue monitor 4k scalling sharp
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Mac Accessories
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    iPad Pro Change from iPad Pro 11" 2nd generation to M1 11" iPad Pro?

    Dear all I want to switch from my iPad Pro 11" 2nd generation to iPad Pro 11" M1 for full resolution external monitor support in iPadOS 16. What do you think? I use it only for browsing internet, reading email, youtube video and as a simple internet device. I don't use or I will not use the...
    • CC88
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    • external monitor ipad pro
    • Replies: 17
    • Forum: iPad
  5. m0nkeyb0y

    Monitor output issues

    I have a 16" M1 Pro and 2 external monitors, both 32" 4k. (Samsung UR590C and Gigabyte M32UC) I've checked that my cables are high-speed. If I plug in one monitor hdmi-hdmi, and the other usb-C to DisplayPort, they both function, mostly. (One will not scale well, minimal options.) If I try...
  6. fjnrte

    iPadOS external monitor: PORTRAIT orientation with StageManager??

    Does StageManager on iPad work with a vertical monitor? (To super clarify: I mean 9:16 compared to 16:9 on the external monitor) *I'm coding and reading maths books a lot, so my vertical ultrawide monitor monitor is a godsent when using my Mac, but rn I'm at my parents house for a summer...
    • fjnrte
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    • external monitor ipad ipadpro stage manager vertical
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: iPadOS 16
  7. cedarm

    Trying to hook my Macbook Air M2 to a Sharp PN-K321 with USB C to DisplayPort cable but only getting 30hz. Shouldn't this combo be able to do 3840x216

    Hi all, I have a M2 MacBook Air, and I'm trying to get 3840x2160 @60hz out of my new to me Sharp PN-K321 display which I got second hand. This monitor, as I understand it, is capable of it, and so is the M2. I bought a cable from Amazon that I thought would do the trick (no link so I don't get...
    • cedarm
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    • 4k resolution external monitor help troubleshooting
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: MacBook Air
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    Do QHD external monitors look bad on M1 Max?

    Hi there, I currently use a u4021qw (WUHD 5120 x 2160) and the font and images look great. I recently started playing around with a LG 38wn95c-w (QHD 3840x1600) and noticed that the fonts look much worse. I was looking at the forums and there is mention that M1 processors do not handle external...
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    Thermal Problems with MacBook Pro 2016

    I am having issues with my MBP 2016. Mojave 10.14.6 I can't run the charger and an external monitor at the same time without CPU limiting. I am monitoring with Terminal pmset -g thermlog The ambient temperature is around 27°C. If I have the charger and a monitor at the same time, even at...
  10. R

    File Sharing between 2013 MBA and M1 Mini?

    Hello everyone! Days ago I started a thread to think which MacBook I should buy. I'm the middle of my PhD and I wanted to replace my 2013 MBA for a M1 MacBook. Nonetheless, the prices are high and I would have to buy even more docks and adapters because the newer models are basically port-less...
    • RaphaZ
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    • desktop external monitor file file sharing icloud ios file sharing m1 mac mini mba 2013 sync mac and macbook
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: macOS
  11. mariovilar

    Overheating and kernel_task with external monitor

    Hello, I've been having problems with my MacBook Pro (late 2019, 16 Inches). Even when I do "non-demanding" tasks and I'm connected to connected to my external display (for example: split external display and Mac display with a YouTube video) the temperature rises suddenly by about 10 degrees...
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    Studio Display - Colour range vs Mini LED and OLED

    Hi everyone. Looking for some help regarding the Studio Display. Currently on a 2015 13 inch MacBook Air and don't use an external monitor, and looking to upgrade to one of the new MacBook Pro’s, but really liking the idea of having that iMac experience too. All these screens are going to be...
    • LMC91
    • Thread
    • 14 inch macbook 16 inch macbook apple studio display colour external monitor mini-led oled studio display
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Mac Accessories
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    Trying to connect ipad air 4 to lg 27ul850

    I’m trying to connect my new ipad air 4 to my monitor lg 27ul850 using a oficial usb-c to ubs-c 6feet cable and is not working. Do i have to touch something on the monitor or in the ipad?
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    How can I keep my open windows from moving around after starting my Macbook Pro with external monitor?

    I use an external 4K monitor (LG 43UD79-B) with my Intel 16MBP. I always have this setting checked `Reopen windows when logging back in` when I shutdown my Mac. The problem is that the windows don't always open in the same place upon startup. Chrome windows are usually quite well behaved but...
    • Mity
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    • external monitor macbook pro
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
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    External Display breaks on macOS Monterey 12.2

    After updating to Monterey 12.2.1, my external monitor no longer registers in its previous (correct) resolution. Its muuuuch lower now. I changed settings in my normal 1920x1080 resolution isnt even an option (yes I tried option+click and SMC reset). I have a second external monitor and that too...
    • evanb9
    • Thread
    • external display external display not being recognised external monitor macos monterey 12.2.1
    • Replies: 23
    • Forum: macOS Monterey (12)
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    iPad 9th gen. Need adapter to connect monitor and hold charge.

    Hello! I have the latest iPad 9th gen with lightning and I want to connect it to my monitor via hdmi but I need it to hold a charge while doing so. I purchased Apple‘s Lightning to digital AV adapter but returned it because it did not charge my iPad while connected. Is there no solution? Or is...
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    How has your 14” or 16”MacBook Pro worked with external 27” displays?

    Before I go ahead and order my 14” MacBook Pro, I’d like to hear about how your experience with 27” external displays has been. I’ve read about some issues with external displays and I’m wondering if the majority of owners don’t have any issues at all when running a 27” monitor. Perhaps it’s...
    • davedirect
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    • display external monitor macbook pro monitor
    • Replies: 23
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
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    External Monitor Unable to Stay HDR On After Wake with Close-lid M1 MacBook

    My M1 MBA is directly connected to DELL U2720Q with a single USB-C cable. HDR is turned on in both MacOS and the monitor (as DisplayHDR). Confirmed P3 colours and HDR videos can be displayed and played correctly under this set of settings. However, very often the external monitor is unable to...
  19. X

    M1 Macbook screen options

    Hi there, Have been using a MBP 15" (2013 model) but looking for something better performing and lighter in weight. On the resources front I've pretty much decided that a 16GB Air will do. And I'd rather buy a new (better performing) Air a few years down the line, than spending twice the money...
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    Dell S2721QS & M1 Macbook

    Hi Been waiting almost 1 year to use my M1 Macbook Air with an external display. Currently have a couple of Dell U2415H monitors, and I realize non-4K monitors won't cut it, with Monterey, in terms of text sharpness. Hence decided to go for a 4K. So would appreciate if anyone using the Dell...
    • amitdel
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    • external display external monitor m1 mac mini m1 macbook monteray rgb ypbpr
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Mac Accessories
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