Our sources explain that the reason for it is primarily for compatibility with as many future Macs as possible. Independently, we have heard some rumblings about what the new display might offer. Finally bringing it up to speed with its Retina display Mac cousins, the new ‘Thunderbolt Display’ will likely feature a 5K resolution display 5120×2880 pixels. Moreover, sources indicate that Apple will take the display in a surprising direction, specifically suggesting that Apple plans to integrate a dedicated external GPU into the display itself …Īt first, the idea of Apple including a GPU in the external display may sound crazy. However, given the opportunity for cheers in the audience, perhaps Apple could announce the new display at the keynote with a release pencilled in for later in the year. We are led to believe that WWDC will be very light on new hardware. This is often a good indicator that a refresh is imminent. Reaffirming earlier reports, we have heard that stock of the Thunderbolt Display at Apple Stores is quickly running out with no indications of more units on the way to replenish availability.

The current $999 (!) Thunderbolt Display is showing its age to put it mildly, now significantly overshadowed by Retina MacBooks and iMacs in terms of screen resolution and quality.

Update: No new Apple display at WWDC … timing unclear but integrated GPU next-gen Apple Display is still in development.

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