To use the new 27-inch iMac as an external monitor requires a very specific cable to work: a Mini DisplayPort to Mini DisplayPort cable, to be exact. It does not work with a HDMI cable or a DVI cable, ...

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VESA, which makes the DisplayPort spec, today announced a certification program aimed at helping consumers understand if a DisplayPort 2.0 cable, monitor, or video source can support the max refresh ...

With DisplayPort, you can get more performance and stability out of your gaming PC than with HDMI. Here’s what you need to ...

Your monitor may have come with a cable—but if you want the absolute best performance from your PC and display, you need a cable built to handle today’s cutting-edge tech. That’s where the ...

The Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) today announced the release of DisplayPort 2.1. It brings a few improvements over DisplayPort 2.0, such as tighter compliance with USB Type-C and ...

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DisplayPort cables are designed to transfer power to monitors. With cheaper options, misaligned pins may cause power failures. You can avoid this by opting for a VESA-certified DisplayPort cable. The ...