The (usually) LCD display integrated into portable computing products, or external monitor/television connection to same.
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Install a new color profile on Mac OS 10.8
I have a IIYama screen that curerntly display garbages (very, very poor quality).
On the IIYama website, I found drivers for my screen (ProLite B2409HDS), it contains the following files:
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MacBook screen very dark after resuming on OS X 10.8
I have a MacBook late 2008 aluminum model (5,1). Occasionally, after reopening my MacBook's lid, the screen doesn't light up. With effort I can see that the password prompt is actually rendered very ...
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MacBook Air screen turns off randomly
I had my MacBook Air 13" 2011 for almost 2 years now. And right from the start I kept having this weird issue: sometimes while I'm working on it, the screen (and the monitor attached via displayport ...
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1answer
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How can I get full resolution on Mac Book Pro Retina?
I am using a Mac Book Pro 15" retina display which supposedly has a 2880x1800 resolution, but I don't seem to be getting that many pixels. In the control panel, if I choose the Scaled radio button ...
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iMac monitor leaves watermark-like window stamps after a while
I'm not sure how to compile a logic title for this question, so if the title is unclear, suggest an edit. Here's a description of the problem I am experiencing:
Whenever my iMac has been on for a few ...
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Given the strength and scratch resistance of Gorilla Glass, are cases of value for iPhones?
Do I need a protective case for my iPhone 5?
This is my first smart phone. I thought one of the advantages of a modern smart phone was the Gorilla Glass and the small size and weight. It seems to me ...
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Mac Mini doesn't stop Monitor
I've a new Mac Mini. I setted right bottom active corner to stop monitor and it works.
But if Mac is on from some times (more than a day) this option doesn't work! Going to setted corner, screen ...
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A way to disable screen resolution change upon login?
I believe Mac OS X stores each user's screen resolution preferences and upon logging in OS X will set that user's resolution.
I actually want to disable this entire feature because I have a launchctl ...
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What is the benefit of using a PM200 cable to connect an EIZO monitor ta a macbook?
My girlfriend bought an EIZO CG223W screen and uses it for now with my apple DVI-MiniDisplay-connector, when i don't need it. She could buy her own connector, but as well could buy a PM200 cable.
Now ...
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how to rotate the screen of my monitor in OSX 10.8?
My girlfriend just bought a great monitor (EIZO CG223W) for her macbook, which you can rotate 90º in portrait mode.
The screens didn't flip along, and I couldn't find a setting in the system ...
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Screensaver on external screen only
Is it possible to start the screensaver (preferably the origami style) on only the connected external monitor? I want to be able to use the second display as usual.
A third party app would also ...
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2answers
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Why do my new sunglasses make my iPhone and iPad look funny?
Ok, I know... it's the polarization. And as the company just tweeted at me:
"Sorry about that! The polarization will protect your eyes though!"
This effect does not affect all Apple products (I ...
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1answer
71 views
How to get color of pixel in coordinates 123, 456 in screen?
My AppleScript app needs to get color of pixel in coordinates 123, 456 in screen.
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Cracked my ipad 3 a little. What should I do?
I have cracked the screen of iPad only down the middle and a little on the side.
I have only had for about 6 months what should I do?
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Can I attach 2 dual-DVI screens to a Radeon 5870?
The card (ATI Radeon HD 5870 1024 MB) has 1 dual-DVI port and 2 mini display ports.
http://i.imgur.com/iUOawq6.jpg
The dual-DVI is hooked up to a 30" 2560x1600 Dell screen. I also have a 27" ...
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Macbook pro late 2011 screen dimming
I have a macbook pro 15 late 2011. It is still under AppleCare warranty.
One month ago the screen was blinking, with crazy lines and colors, i returned it and Apple promptly changed the logicboard ...
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Turn off iMac main screen while working on external
I have an external display on my iMac and I would like to work only on the external display and turn off/disable the iMac one, just like the "clamshell mode" on a Macbook for example. It works with ...
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iMac with aftermarket SSD - blank login screen [closed]
Here's a tough one for you. I installed an SSD in the optical drive slot of my 2009 iMac a few months ago. It's the system drive, working in conjunction with the old internal hard drive. On occasion, ...
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Use macbook pro as second monitor for imac?
Is it possible to use a macbook pro as the second monitor for my imac? Both have the thunderbolt port. If not, is there another way?
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How can I turn off Macbook screen instantly? [duplicate]
I use Mac OS X (10.7.5)
I wonder how I can turn off screen only of my MacBook
without closing the lid, without waiting for the screensaver.
The best way I can currently do is just to close the lid ...
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1answer
198 views
Macbook Pro starts with gray screen
When I'm closing the screen on my macbook and tries to start it up a few hours later it always starts with a gray screen. It take about 30 to 60 seconds until I can start using the computer.
The ...
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1answer
457 views
Macbook air, 11 inches backlight not working after lcd replacement
I just replaced the screen of my macbook air and now the backlight does not work. When I turn on the laptop, the screen works but the backlight does not turn on. I've tested with a couple of screens ...
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How to Screen Sharing / VNC to an iMac without waking the display?
I have an iMac mid 2011 at home. When I was not home, I may need to access my mac with Screen Sharing. However the iMac display will turn itself on when I connect via Screen Sharing. The problem is I ...
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2answers
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MacBook Pro 13 inch for work
I have just sold my iMac 27 inches for the reason it being too big! I will avoid mentioning the reasons, but...
Now that I have got the exact money to buy the new 13 inch retina one. Problem is I am ...
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How to Instantly Lock your Mac OS X Screen, using keyboard, in Mountain Lion [duplicate]
I have a Macbook Air, and I want to know if there is a way to instantly lock my screen, using only my keyboard.
I saw that it is possible to lock it using the following shortcut: Control+Shift+Eject.
...
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2answers
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MacBook Pro screen has died. Wanting to use secondary display?
The display on my MacBook Pro has recently died so I have been using the hdmi adapter to display the screen on my lg tv, which has been fine for a few day apart from the resolution not being ideal. ...
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2answers
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Can I keep my iPhone screen off during voice navigation with Apple's Maps app?
I have been using voice navigation in Apple's Maps app for iOS 6. I keep the phone in one of my car's cup holders because I am mostly using it in my home area where the maps on the screen aren't ...
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2answers
374 views
Weird screen fault
My iPhone 5 has recently developed a screen fault: a line going from the bottom left to the top right with other lines and / or a mold-like pattern (the photos don't exactly convey the full effect).
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1answer
437 views
How is Apple repairing iPhone 5 with damaged glass at the genius bar?
iMore reported back in September that Apple retail stores would soon gain the capability to replace the glass in front of the screen in the store.
Has anyone had a repair quoted or performed for an ...
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1answer
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Vertical Sync on MBP
On PCs you could easily configure the Vertical Sync setting from NVidia control panel, how can you enable/disable vertical sync in OS X?
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1answer
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Insect inside the display of the iPad Retina [closed]
Yesterday I found a bug inside my iPad display. I mean, literally a bug. My wife was reading some magazine and noticed something moving inside the screen. I thought it was some kind of animation, took ...
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MacBook Pro Dual Screen Setup - Not working without Charger on Screen Down [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Turn off internal display without closing lid
I have a MacBook Pro 13 inch. I use a Samsung SyncMaster 920NW (19 inch, resolution: 1440 x 900) as the second screen with ...
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246 views
Moving app icons on iPad home screen - dead area when dragging icons
There seems to a be a dead area in the middle of my iPad 4's home screen that prevents me from moving app icons below it. Some more details:
I hold the iPad in landscape mode, with the button to the ...
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1k views
How to reset MacBook Air that is booted but shows no screen?
I was using my MacBook air after returning home. The network was down, so I put it down, closed the lid, and went to reboot the router. Upon returning to my MacBook Air, opening the lid, nothing ...
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How to take care of an iPod touch with a broken screen?
I have a 4th gen iPod touch that recently managed to escape my hand and embrace the floor. While the situation was rather comical, now the glass screen is broken. Everything else works fine, including ...
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2answers
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How to fix dark screen after locking iphone 4 ios6?
The last week or two my iphone 4 started dimming it's screen to almost black whenever I lock it. Then when I unlock it I have to get to the brightness slider and move the slider to restore light to ...
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2answers
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Use old iPod touch screen
So I have a cracked ipod touch 4 Gen screen. Is there any use for this now? Is there possibly a way to get an adapter to HDMI or something similar? The screen works fine besides the cracked glass.
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1answer
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How can I determine if the screen is asleep in Mountain Lion, from the command line?
I have a script that needs to run every so often, but only if the screensaver is active or if the screen is asleep (to make sure nobody is actively using the computer first). I need to have a way to ...
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2answers
662 views
Strange lines and glitches appearing on screen on a Macbook
Lately I've been witnessing this weird visual glitch on the screen of my MacBook (non-retina 2012, hi-res screen):
I have had to take a picture of it because whenever I try to take a screenshot it ...
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1answer
280 views
External display with pixel density similar to macbook pro 17" (132 ppi)
I own a macbook pro 17" late 2011 which has a 1920×1200 display with a pixel density of 132 ppi. Yesterday I tried hooking up the display to an Apple Thunderbolt Display, and to my great ...
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1answer
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Connect to external TV without main screen
I have a Macbook Pro 13 "(late 2009) with a screen that just stopped working.
In the technical assistance they told me that the problem would be the logic board or the display, any of them quite ...
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2answers
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MBA mid 2011: Artifacts on screen after wake from deep sleep
I'm using Macbook Air (mid 2011) and there is one problem with it. After macbook waking from deep sleep, it has some "artifacts" (i don't know how to name it correctly) on the screen:
Artifacts on ...
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6answers
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Cracked iPad display - What are my options?
I've had my 3rd generation iPad for only five months, and I've tried hard to keep it in pristine condition. I always had it in its case, and was very mindful of what I did with it.
Unfortunately one ...
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Why my screen switched off a few times without any reason?
I have new Mac mini for a few weeks. Lately I noticed something strange. From time to time, during regular usage (web browsing, reading PDFs, listening to music etc.) the screen turned black for a ...
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3answers
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Not sure if these are Dead or Stuck pixels on my Retina Macbook Pro?
My laptop was fine just yesterday !! But today, I found this on my screen :
The unfocused image shows that the pixels are glowing in different colors. Shouldnt this indicate that there is some ...
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remove hard screen protector on iphone 5
I recently bought this item
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009D4I3UI/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00
but I now changed my mind and want to remove it. Unlike other screen protectors, this seems very ...
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Mac Mountain Lion on screen keyboard
Is there a way that, when you switch language inputs for your keyboard, the onscreen keyboard will automatically show up?
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Can I use the screen (and keyboard) of a separate laptop with a Mac Mini?
At the moment, I really need a Mac to run Logic Pro, and I reckon my cheapest option is getting a Mac Mini.
It would be very convienent if I could use the screen (and optionally keyboard) of a ...
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Mac Mini boots with bad display settings after it was turned off for a while (Mountain Lion)
I got a Mac Mini (Late 2009) and a Samsung SyncMaster P2470LHD and this seem to happen every time it’s left off for some time. On the first boot the screen resolution is always wrong: the Dock will be ...
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How to fix weird screen issues on Macbook Pro after appr. half an hour of activity?
Recently my couple year old MacBook Pro has been acting up strangely. I generally use it for watching videos. After about half an hour or so of activity, the screen starts to look like this:
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