is there a Thunderbolt 2.0 version coming soon , if so when and what will be the selling price? Thanks.
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I apologize for not actually answering your question. But, I just want to offer an observation. I do not believe that there will be anything to be gained by Thunderbolt 2 as long as you are connecting it to a 6Gb SATA connected drive... Or, to a spinning hard drive, for that matter. Even with a speed striped RAID won't come near the maximum capacity of a Thunderbolt 1 (or even USB 3). I think that solid state drives, attached through PCIe are going to be required to achieve any speed gains moving forward.
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I don't think so! The new thunderbolt port is different, a little bit more large.
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I use the Thunderbolt display at work and the ViewSonic at home. Picture-wise, you can't go wrong with either one. I do like that the Apple has all of the connections, including USB and Ethernet through the TB port. Connect the power and TB and you are fully-docked and ready to go. If it was my own money, I wouldn't pay $280 for that, but I'm enjoying the convenience of it at work.
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It has been out of stock since July. There were some noticeable problems with these laptops (in design). Customer complaints about really bad backlight leaking, bent keyboards (in the middle), and the USB slots do not align with the outside shell. Hopefully ASUS tries to fix these issues for a second revision of this laptop. They are coming out with another line of ultrabooks with dedicated graphics minus the IPS screen (:-/). ASUS S Series (this month or next month will be the "official release")
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Thunderbolt is the newer Apple/Mac standard, and is supposed to be faster. Fewer Thunderbolt-ready devices available though. I have the firewire version of the HD, and it is a huge speed increase over USB.
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I've not heard of Thunderbolt 2. My presumption is the CABLES are the same. I'd buy it, knowing you are safe to return it if something DOES NOT work... but bet it will work fine!
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Yes, the Thunderbolt specification states that it is capable of supporting up to 60Hz at 4K resolutions (3840 x 2160). Since this monitor is actually a lower resoultion than 4K, the thunderbolt port will have no issues supporting the 3440x1440 resolution @ 60Hz. Thunderbolt 2 has double the bandwidth of Thunderbolt and thus will be able to support up to 120Hz @ 4K.
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don't even think about the thunderbolt drive. the usb3 connection is about same speed as thunderbolt but it is less expensive ($100.oo). If the drive fails it is the first year
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I ordered one over a year ago, and used it with the thunderbolt adapter. It works great.
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So, I have a BenQ at home, and a TB display at work. PRO BENQ: - The Apple TB only works with Macs. BenQ has connectivity for everything, including Macs, PC's, Playstations, Roku, whatever. - BenQ has brightness controls. TB display is managed exclusively from software, which can break - it did for me! Google around and you'll see a lot of frustrated users playing with firmware or trying to determine if the cable went bad. - The cable leading out of the back on a TB display is NOT removable. The cable DOES go bad, and when it does, it's a trip to the apple store, rather than ordering a new one for $5 off of Amazon. - As mentioned, height adjustment! The TB display sits low. It also doesn't allow for VESA mounts, so no 3rd party solutions like a swing-arm or aftermarket stand will work for it either. Just phonebooks. - Same resolution, aspect ratio, screen size, panel type, etc., although BenQ is slightly matte (a big pro IMO). - Another big difference: the BenQ is $400 cheaper! (Edit: now $550 cheaper, as the BenQ just dropped to a steal at $450). Or you can get a refurb TB, but I bet the warranty on that isn't as sexy. PRO Apple Thunderbolt: - The TB display acts somewhat like a docking station for Macs. Plug ethernet, USB3, firewire, other stuff into the monitor, and that all works seamlessly just by connecting power and a thunderbolt cable to your mac. Great when it works! - Made with rare-earth materials that match your Macbook metal body. Hope this helps!
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I just received my MacBook today, and was disappointed to find that it had tiger installed, not leopard. I was under the impression that leopard would already be in it. looks like I would have to pay another $100-plus to purchase it. If you have any luck from Amazon, please let me know.
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I have the same problem. Not very happy about it, but they say it probably my PC. I'm not using a MAC so don't have Thunderbolt. WISH i did. Sorry I can''t help
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I'm not sure if it is the latest possible version because it does not support Thunderbolt. But I can say that it is 7200 RPM drive with both USB 3.0 and Firewire connections which seem to be the current state-of-the art. But it should provide more than adequate use for many years to come - that is the reason that I have purchased it for my system. I hasten to add that I have not received it yet and have no actual hands-on experience with this model although I do have two previous G-Technology drives and they continue to work flawlessly. I just need more storage capacity for my Timemachine files.I hope this info helps. I'm not sure if it is the latest possible version because it does not support Thunderbolt. But I can say that it is 7200 RPM drive with both USB 3.0 and Firewire connections which seem to be the current state-of-the art. But it should provide more than adequate use for many years to come - that is the reason that I have purchased it for my system. I hasten to add that I have not received it yet and have no actual hands-on experience with this model although I do have two previous G-Technology drives and they continue to work flawlessly. I just need more storage capacity for my Timemachine... » Read More I'm not sure if it is the latest possible version because it does not support Thunderbolt. But I can say that it is 7200 RPM drive with both USB 3.0 and Firewire connections which seem to be the current state-of-the art. But it should provide more than adequate use for many years to come - that is the reason that I have purchased it for my system. I hasten to add that I have not received it yet and have no actual hands-on experience with this model although I do have two previous G-Technology drives and they continue to work flawlessly. I just need more storage capacity for my Timemachine files.I hope this info helps. « Show Less
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That one on the photo look like the New version to me. Probably a newest version will come out ? But, if you are interested in buy a Mac, it will be a good choice. If you have an Amazon store card buy it because you will get up to a year without in interest charge . That's how I bought mine. No problems so far . Good Luck !
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It has a display port in addition to the USB ports but I don't know if that's the same as a Thunderbolt port. Sorry I can't offer more help. Note the packaging does not list Thunderbolt amongst its ports/capabilities.
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No, this is not thunderbolt compatible. Instead of trying to figure out how to connect this via Thunderbolt, consider getting a USB hub if you have run out of USB ports.
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Thunderbolt came out only in 2011. Those iMacs don't carry that port. In a few words... That cable will never work in those mac's unless you buy a firewire-thunderbolt converter adapter. Good Luck!!