In the last few years Apple has been releasing systems with an advanced Mini DisplayPort connection for monitors that allows for some advanced options such as using an iMac as an external display.

Update, October 18, 9:42 a.m. ET: After this article published, a VESA spokesperson responded to Ars’ request for comment, informing us that VESA will no longer certify products for DisplayPort 2.0.

VESA said that all devices using the Mini DisplayPort connector must meet the specifications required by the DisplayPort 1.1a standard, and cables that support the standard must also meet specific ...

Remember the Apple's Firewire interface became widely accepted in computer industry? Their highly criticized Mini Displayport may be next. Vesa has revealed the next version of DisplayPort Technology ...

VESA unveiled the DisplayPort 2.1 specification this week, which improves efficiency and brings several changes. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.

A new DisplayPort 2.1 specification has been released—and, if the authors are doing their job right, your devices may already have been upgraded. Essentially, DisplayPort 2.1 is a bit like Thunderbolt ...

Apple’s new mini DisplayPort connector has taken some flak—and by some, we mean a whole lotta—from those who claim it’s yet another “proprietary” doohickey. This, despite the fact that it’s based on ...