Apple Thunderbolt Display: Unboxing & Review

[TheBlipGamer]

What graphics card does this have? 1GB or 2GB AMD Raedon? Or is it a different one?

[benicellguy]

This is great for MacBook users, but in some cases buying this with a MacBook depending on which one you want can be more expensive than the iMac so for a desktop it's best to go for the iMac.

[Sam737loverfsx]

How can i connect the cinema display 27 (not this the other one) to a pc ? If i get an adapter is it win7 friendly ?

[ICYASIAN95]

@Sam737loverfsx nope

[woleksy1997]

@Sam737loverfsx You can't !!!

[Sam737loverfsx]

@woleksy1997 r u sure ? Because i red it somewhere im talking of the cinema display with a mini display port

[MultiCpfan101]

how much did i cost?!

[Sam737loverfsx]

@MultiCpfan101 999$

[itsnickyeah]

Sorry, just commented before watching the whole video and didnt hear you say perminitally until just now ( 2:14 )

[itsnickyeah]

Can the power cable (attached in the begging) be pulled out?

[chessdude67]

Thanks, Mike. Are you still happy with it? I want to get one as a second monitor next to my iMac. But, that inch difference does get to me, lol. Plus, can I get one that is easier on the eyes?

Always enjoy your videos. Hope to see many more starting in March! iPad3's. :)

Tim

[mczacify]

is it heavy as the 21 inch imac

[CazKnowsTech]

you could just buy a 27 inch tv and a few cables and a external camera and its pretty much the same

[Michaelp2011]

@CazKnowsTech Incorrect, Size wise yes, Pixel density No. The resolution on this monitor is top notch and there are only a few others out there with the same resolution and they are more expensive than the Thunderbolt display and the Cinema Display. If you was to use a tv for a monitor of this size the resolution would be terrible and distorted, you might achieve 1920X1200 if you are lucky but, this is rare. These displays resolutions are 2560X11440. :)

[Michaelp2011]

 2560X1440*

[Michaelp2011]

@CazKnowsTech Also, if you compare the two side by side you will notice the terrible quality of the TV and coming from my professional experience in the Graphic Design world. The higher the resolution the better and easier it is to work on projects for clients. More room for palettes, canvas, etc. Plus everything is a hell of a lot more clear and less pixelated.

[GCODE649]

On 1:12 you looks like Steve Jobs.... :/

[TheFlyAmerica]

Would you recommend to get an thunderbolt display with a mac mini or just get an imac

[BeastlyBoltz]

@TheFlyAmerica imac!

[TheFlyAmerica]

Wou

[TheFlyAmerica]

Wou

[TheFlyAmerica]

I wounder how many apple stickers he has?

[jonathansk84bir]

Does it work without any thing in like a Mac book

[KarrbonPL]

Does it work on PC? :F

[skittb89]

@KarrbonPL if your PC has Thunderbolt it does. you just have to instal apple software to make it work. Otherwise I recommend going for the LED Cinema Display.

[CliishEE]

how is the audio pls ?

[chonichon07]

I wouldn't buy this display for the mere fact that the display doesn't align with an iMac. Damn OCD! :/

[TheBlipGamer]

Another question. Does the Thunderbolt display have the 1GB or the 2GB Graphics Card!

[blackhawk5481]

excellent review thanks........

[MFjonathan]

hows the audio?

[tommyp2401]

I dont get why people make such a fuss about sd card slots. You can always get a usb adapter.

[wilhamlin]

@tommyp2401 Well you're already paying out the ass with a Mac, why make it necessary to pay even more?

[RedBrickStudios1011]

5:00 the thunderbolt monitor looks like it's going to fall off the desk :O

[RedBrickStudios1011]

4:41 i would have rofled if he accidentally pushed it off the table

[dontfeedhimmc2]

so wait it only works if you have a mac labtop to run it? it cant just run on its own ?

[live4mac]

Hey I noticed you have the klipsch promedia speakers, I have the same ones. I was wondering how the sound quality compares between the thunderbolt display and the klipsch? Also do you know if theres a way to plug them into the display? I'm planning on getting a macbook pro and a TBD to take to college next year and the less cables I'll have to plug in the better!

[TheBlipGamer]

If anyone knows the answer to this question, I'd truly appreciate it:

Can you run screenflow and Minecraft on the Thunderbolt display? In a sense, does it work as its own computer?

Thank you to anyone who can answer this.

[Techstar171]

@TheBlipGamer You can indeed. Just set ScreenFlow to record your Thunderbolt Display and launch Mincraft up on it. You could also shut the MacBook so it is your primary desktop running as if it was it's own computer, but off the MacBooks strength. Then it will be recording that display, not your closed MacBook's display haha. Hope this helps you!

[TheBlipGamer]

@Techstar171 Thanks dude! I'm about to order a MacBook Pro w/ Thunderbolt in about a minute! haha really appreciate it!

[mariobros2772]

Dude, this is the best review of this device I have seen on Youtube. Nicely done, very informative and to the point. The only thing I would have highlighted is that the price is very reasonable for a display of that size and resolution. But seriously, you are a great reviewer!

[arrowhead474]

why are macs so expensive

[bobphillips99]

@arrowhead474 i agree, they are expensive, however, they are WORTH the price. in reality, if you compare similar products such as the Acer Zenbook (an attempt by acer to imitate the macbook air) you will find them to be around the same price as the macbook air (about $1000+). Similarly, if you compare other 27 inch displays, most displays with this resolution will cost you $850+. so in comparison to products of the same category, apple products are only slightly more expensive but work perfectly

[wilhamlin]

@bobphillips99 Well there's a couple of problems with that. An ASUS(not Acer) Zenbook is about $300 cheaper with equal hardware and utilizes more up to date hardware. And with the monitor, I built as close to the Specs of my PC as possible (Apple isn't updated enough to match %100). If I were to go and drop $850 on a monitor, the Apple would STILL be about $1000 more expensive. And it's a shame really, you have a nice resolution on the 27", but next to no programs can utilize it (with OSX neway)

[NicksLocker]

This thing is very awesome looking here, I would have one if only it weren't 1000

[BihBlood]

wait i dont get it. so the thunderbolt display is basicaly a big hdmi? if not please explain the purpose. and one more question whats firewire

[apple8kamk]

thanks 4 the help ... my decision :)

[MrMassanet11]

This is a very informal video. I'll buy it to hook it to my current 2011 27" iMac. Thanks for all the detailed info!

[llShaawnll]

thanks man

[TechManGuy1]

The iPad 2 Looks Creepy

[monfard0]

your so rich u hav everything

[NicksLocker]

@monfard0 he's not rich he just saves his money.

[PyroSurge101]

i love you (no homo) i have watched a few of your videos every one of them is very helpful and awesome due to that i have subbed to you

[Sumfera]

For those who do not want to buy two computers. Instead, they buy one computer and an external screen that costs almost the same as an iMac. Yes, that's reasonable. ;)

[drumy7869]

what about the 21.5 inch iMac.. does it fit well with that?

[omgits117]

nice house

[oOLukikingfulOo]

I wouldnt buy it without stickers :-D

[oOLukikingfulOo]

I wouldnt buy it without stickers :-D

[oOLukikingfulOo]

I wouldnt buy it without stickers :-D

[johnnlindleyy]

So you get apple stickers with a £120 ipod but not with a £890 display!!??

[MrAndreVEVO]

@drori3 sure!

[motocross20101]

hey bro let me ask you this i'm planing to buy a new macbook pro but i have a 27 inch cinema display soo do you think it's possible?? because i dont think apple will be soo stupid that a 1000 dollars display wont work with the new machines ?? thx please let me know :)

[mongomondomongo]

Strange that they don't offer a 21inch version. Pretty sure this is the exact same IPS Display used on the 27" iMac. Surely they could do the same with the 21" to provide a lower cost option? 

[MarkCWoods88]

Thank you for this review. All of your reviews are so professional and I am subscribing right now!

[drori3]

Can it be used as screen for a Mac Mini??

[pedrorisso]

I`m starting to love a Mac! In Brasil is too expensive

[ClericKata]

Great review! Lighting, detailed info, goods/bads, user experience all touched

[superstarstarzan]

you are cool i like your video

[yugoboy17]

@ 2:30 is that some kind of SD card slot protector? From dust and stuff :p

Sure does look like it.

[StrictlyQrnANDsnna]

Great job man

[AKidzView]

can you tell me what the height is with the stand

[MrPenguinPerson]

Your videos are really amazing.

[Pengwing4]

Thanks! This review answered all of my questions about the display. :D

[techzany]

Nice review. Not the same height? That SUCKS! :( :( :(

[brother252525]

Getting one and mounting it pairing it with a mac air close the mac pros lid buy a keyboard is this the best way connect keyboard to were?

[19tonyTOAD98]

@DetroitBORG Hey Mike, I've been trying to find a way to display my apple tv onto my iMac, do have any idea how I could do this. 😃

[TheSantiayo]

But, that magsafe will charge every macbook, air, pro, or just macbook?

Is because i had seen that some magsafe are 60w, 45w, 80w, so ... does it charge all macbooks?

Thanks!

Great video!

[shockerx1216]

what does energy star do ??

[ThreeGuysTechReviews]

@shockerx1216 It's an energy rating meaning it's energy sufficient.

[Xndingo11]

why don't they make it slimmer?can't they make it slimmer?If they made it like waaay thinner,like new normal lcd screens,or led or whatever and still had the same ports and and webcam then it would sell way more

[AKidzView]

i want one but it cost to much and its to big cause my desk has a hutch

[AKidzView]

if you could how could you connect a third monitor??

[bloodyboy678]

Rip jobs.  It'so shinnyyy

[gmaster45612374]

So this doesn't work with older Macs with Display ports?

[robloxdusty666666]

RIP Steve Jobs

[jwindard1990]

Shame is doesnt work with the MDP, i would love one for my 27" imac, i do think they made i mistake by not designing it to be the same height as the imac, as i bet thats what many people buy it for, as a second display

[alanthemusicnerd]

I see.. so even with the feet turning yellow after time, is it still a good case and worth it? also couldn't u just pop the feet out and use it without feet?

[Mrdinner250]

u must be so rich..... im liking this vid

[AKidzView]

i want 2 of these hooked up to the same configuration macbook pro 13 you have on a nice apply look glass l shaped desk.

But that'll never happen.

[ItsAnAppleThing]

what program is that with the cone icon???? PLEASE REPLY!!!

[therealandycook]

@ItsAnAppleThing its VLC

[ItsAnAppleThing]

@therealandycook thank you 

[ItsAnAppleThing]

@therealandycook also what programs are the duck and the yellow twitter thing, thanks

[therealandycook]

@ItsAnAppleThing Adium, and i assume the bird its twitterrific - tho its not the correct icon.

[ItsAnAppleThing]

@therealandycook thanks

[awesomeMario11]

iPhone 5 is coming tomorrow! What an excitement!!!!

[DetroitBORG]

@awesomeMario11 I sure hope it's an iPhone 5 and not just a 4S. My excitement is tempered right now. 

[alanthemusicnerd]

hey man! what clear case are u using for ur macbook air? and do u reccommend it?

[DetroitBORG]

@alanthemusicnerd I'm using the Spec See-Thru case, I love it...but the plastic feet have faded to a yellow color on all of them...I have a review of these on my channel.

[MoldytoasterMedia]

Very, very good monitor. But the price still seems high.

[thexboxfanboi]

Will it work with my Mac that has a mini display port and a mini dvi port?

[DetroitBORG]

@thexboxfanboi No, it will only work with Thunderbolt ports.

[Duduaffbot00]

can possibly the thunderbolt display be connected to the previous version of the macbook pro (without thunderbolt technology)?

[DetroitBORG]

@Duduaffbot00 Unfortunately it can't connected to any port beyond Thunderbolt.

[1980KNIGHTRIDER]

@DetroitBORG but can i use it with a mac pro with display port without ethernet and USBs?

[spartan117ism]

@DetroitBORG Is the Mini Display port usable to Macs with a Thunderbolt port

[jonnybeats12]

Very professional video review, fantastic work!

[DetroitBORG]

@jonnybeats12 Thank you!

[spartan117ism]

@DetroitBORG Are Macs with thunderbolt ports compatible to the Cinema Display and Mini Display Port to VGA port?

[edward2393]

@DetroitBORG I think the cinema display is still avaliable in the apple online store

[DetroitBORG]

@edward2393 This is true! It would be confusing to sell a MacPro but not a display that works with it ;)

[electrotech555]

That was definitely one of the best videos I have seen in a while. Also, it looked like an old white iMac type style when you could see it inside the box. That would be cool if apple brought out some type of new white product. Great HD quality video.

[DetroitBORG]

@electrotech555 Thank You!

[eminemftw100]

Are you getting the Mac Pro?

[DetroitBORG]

@eminemftw100 Possibly, no guarantees. Depends on what they offer in the next revision.

[greysmoke321]

I look forward to your mac pro unboxing and review when the time happens for system refresh or update. After seeing a 2011 27" iMac in person the thunderbolt display (as I can imagine) must be just as gorgeous and phenomenal :)

[DetroitBORG]

@greysmoke321 No guarantees on the Mac Pro, still deliberating on that one. But he Thunderbolt display is sex, much better to look at than the iMac.

[greysmoke321]

I like how the power supply is built into the thunderbolt display. I don't think I like how the thunder bolt cords are fixed, though?

[DetroitBORG]

@greysmoke321 Agreed, I don't like the permanent cables.

[thebestpopmusic00]

Are you getting the new iPhone, iPods, and iPad?

[DetroitBORG]

@thebestpopmusic00 Absolutely!

[NewAppleNews]

can't wait for all your apple unboxings and reviews after october 4th!

[DetroitBORG]

@NewAppleNews Me too! It's going to be a busy month!

[greysmoke321]

I saw a demo of the apple thunderbolt display on TLD and I am happy to see you got one your self, (detroitborg).

[greysmoke321]

one of my good friends just purchased an 27" i5 iMac, and the screen is so huge n awesome! The resolution is superb! Way above 1080p. He films with an canon EOS 7D for work n home movies and I must say 1080p really shines on a "27 iMac.

[DetroitBORG]

@greysmoke321 All desktops should be as big and awesome as the iMac...it's the only way to go.

[Phenomeno9999]

ESTO SI QUE ES UN EXCELENTE REVIEW !!!!!

Yo Quiero Uno :)

[13Steamboat]

Does it have a DVD drive on it

[DetroitBORG]

@13Steamboat No optical drive.

[AKidzView]

How many cameras did u use in this vid

[DetroitBORG]

@AKidzView Just my Nikon D5100, I setup many different shots.

[AKidzView]

@DetroitBORG so 1 camera and you didnt use the handycam??

[TheSpiritOfTheWest]

you cant use this as a gamingmonitor for my PS3 right?

[DetroitBORG]

@TheSpiritOfTheWest Not at the moment, but keep an eye out for adapters.

[AceGamer445]

Great video as always!

[PS3DUDE290]

will it work for the non thunderbolt iMacs of 2010?

[DetroitBORG]

@PS3DUDE290 They had Display Ports instead of Thunderbolt Ports (they look the same). Unfortunately the Thunderbolt displays are not compatible with display port. The Cinema Display is the one you would want, but those have been discontinued.

[PS3DUDE290]

@DetroitBORG thanks

[imacc2009]

Could you do a video of your setup

[Thegamer4447]

ive been waitng for this unboxing

[mcimpoeru]

Hello, Mike!

Could you, please, check if the monitor is usable also for windows installed on Mac?

Regards from Romania,

MArius Cimpoeru

[CalenderJuiceSheena]

Excellent unboxing and review Mike!

[goldfingerhardcore]

Incredible the fact that thickness is almost the same as my iMac. I just think they could make Apple Display a little thinner.

[icecream270]

You make us smarter with each video you upload. Thank you!

[slyguyaction]

I agree with revo311. Greatest review of the Thunderbolt display yet...

[revo331]

This is one of your best reviews. You cover absolutely everything. I sincerely thank you for taking the time to make this.

[1972jeepcommando]

You put a $1000 display on the edge of yer desk

[BUCIO55]

love your vids. no homo.. okay some home



[pnetwork12]

hey detroit, you're so good doing reviews that you need to keep updating the videos because you got so many followers in here.

thanks buddy.

[Gazooo29]

I fully don't understand why a screen has ethernet port,you can't get Internet from a screen can you

[guidobertisch2]

@Gazooo29 The Ethernet port is especially for Macbook Air users. The Macbook Air doesn't have an Ethernet port so if you have an ethernet cable, you can just plug it into the display without buying those ethernet to usb adapters.

[nickt464]

why do u need so much macs

[rcboatdriver1234]

another piece of shit is born...

[AlphaPivotTV]

How can you afford all of these things?!

[nickt464]

@AlphaPivotTV its because he's is not 12 or 13 like you and he has a job in the real world not an allowance.

[AlphaPivotTV]

@nickt464 Wow, I knew some stupid troll would reply on my comment.

[PianoScience]

I love your videos now! lots of close ups on the product, good angles, and overall looks very professional!

[awesomeMario11]

@ DetroitBORG If there is another thunderbolt port connector. Will it work if you two macs on the display. It's like you use the thunderbolt connector wire with a MagSafe connector on your MacBook air and use the thunderbolt connector on the display to connect the iMac.

[SteveTheMovieTheGame]

How can your wife stand you buying all these extremely expensive things? XD

[DannyC440]

Why is everyone buying this overpriced monitor? I love apple stuff but this is over the top.

[guyaneseDJ13]

too expensive for an external monitor.

[williamTV100]

Great video! But in the next video, mention yourself in google+ instead of just twitter.

[TheLeoByte]

@robertdevald All Apple screens are high-quality like most Apple products. Another point is Thunderbolt! It supports the 6 Ports on the back, the camera and a microphone, speakers and the display itself. It's just one cable. Also it supports the MacBook power cable. For MBA user the Ethernet-Port is a great plus.

But I would really buy another screen, too. Just too expensive for a screen, but wouldn't say there isn't any point!

[fabioadias]

I really want one....

[AnexTechnologys]

just go to walmart and get a 32 inch monitor fot 400

[CitiesAndColours]

@AnexTechnologys even though its a "smaller" display, due to the pixel density, you can display more on this 27' display, it will beat ANY tv as they are only 1080p and this display is 1440p (2,073,600 pixels in the tv vs 3,686,400 pixels of this display) almost twice as much "real estate" as even the biggest 60+ inch tv!

[AntoniniBabyFace]

1:12 - Looks like Steve Jobs moment.

[chschuldiner]

I'm going to buy a $56 bad-box 27 inch monitor instead :)

That's...what? 5% of the cost?

[TechThoughts]

@chschuldiner Well then it wont be any good display