Macintosh Cinema Displays are some of the most advanced monitors available. The high quality of the Mac Cinema Display makes viewing your newest project, whether it is a video, text or an image, clear and easy. The newest and largest Mac Cinema Monitor, at 30 inches, holds over four million pixels and has impressive pixel response times.

There are numerous differences between the Mac Cinema screen and another monitor. The plentiful features and the thoughtful design elements conceived by the Apple team are what makes the monitor unique. The new design of this lightweight display, using a hinge, lets you easily adjust it at your leisure depending on your viewing angle. At the back of the display, there are numerous available ports, letting you connect your USB 2.0 or Firewire 400 devices, like a printer, scanner, or even your new iPod dock. Macintosh Cinema Display providers have several options for someone looking for an Apple cinema screen:

1. The 20-Inch Apple Cinema Display is the smallest of the models and is best suited for light work.

2. The 23-Inch Mac Cinema Display offers a solid balance between the three available displays, fitting well in either the home or the office.

3. The 30-Inch Mac Cinema monitor is the largest of the trio and holds more space than the average home user would likely need, but lets the professional easily display his newest presentation or movie.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Find Macintosh Cinema Displays new from qualified retailers

Several retailers carry the Macintosh Cinema Displays, though Apple is the primary source for many individuals and businesses.

I recommend: Apple is the first place to go to see a Macintosh Cinema Displays list or Macintosh Cinema Displays information. After that, prices don't range greatly among providers. NewEgg.com is one such retailer.

Choose a refurbished Mac Cinema Display from a reputable dealer of used equipment

Apple hardware is often expensive when compared with other options and many consumers feel that this is due to a difference in design quality. However, a less expensive option is to browse used and refurbished Mac Cinema Screens at Apple or other vendors.

I recommend: Apple has a specific section on their website for refurbished hardware, but Small Dog Electronics is a good source for used Macintosh cinema monitors. You can also find cheaper options on MegaMacs.com where you can also find a used Mac Cinema Display.

Buy accessories to enhance your productivity on your Macintosh Cinema Display

Part of owning Apple hardware is considering the additional options that come with a computer in the way of accessories that help you use the hardware. With the small form factor of the Macintosh Cinema screen, you can mount it using systems like the Cinema Display VESA Mount Adapter Kit and take full advantage of the space you save in doing so. Also, buying items such as hinges, privacy screens, power adaptors, stands, inverter boards and replacement cords help you use your Mac Cinema Display and keeping it running for a long time to come.

I recommend: DV Warehouse and MacMall are two places to consider when looking for Macintosh Cinema Display accessories. DV Warehouse also sells pre-owned Mac Cinema Screens which can save you some money on the initial investment in this product.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  When working with large amounts of information or art, Macintosh Cinema Displays work to accommodate this with their narrow bevel. If you are looking for multiple displays, the Macintosh Cinema monitor may meet your needs.
• •  Make sure to check for defective pixels, such as 'dead' pixels which are defective areas of the screen that will not display.