Thunderbolt Firmware Update fixes MacBook Pro, cable issues

Apple on Tuesday released Thunderbolt Firmware Update v1.1, which patches a problem that caused some MacBook Pros and Thunderbolt cables to experience malfunctions when connecting to a bus-powered peripheral.

AppleInsider Staff 13 years ago 3

Apple Store now carries Thunderbolt to FireWire Adapter

The Thunderbolt to FireWire Adapter for newer Thunderbolt-equipped Macs is now available for $29 at Apple's online store.

AppleInsider Staff 13 years ago 47

Apple releases new Thunderbolt software update after boot problems

Apple has released an update to its Thunderbolt software after reports arose that the previous version was causing boot-related problems for some Mac users.

Josh Ong 13 years ago 11

Matrox Thunderbolt dock turns MacBooks into desktops for $249

Matrox on Sunday unveiled its new DS1 Thunderbolt docking station, which allows users to add multiple peripherals like an HDMI display, a full-size keyboard and a mouse to a Thunderbolt-equipped Mac or PC for $249.

AppleInsider Staff 14 years ago 100

Genesys tapped to supply USB 3.0 chips for Apple's MacBook Air

In a sign that Apple plans to adopt USB 3.0 in addition to Thunderbolt on its MacBook lineup, the company is said to have inked a deal with Genesys Logic for USB 3.0 card reader controller chips.

Katie Marsal 14 years ago 33

Intel reportedly shipping next-gen Thunderbolt controllers expected in new Macs

Chipmaker Intel has begun shipping its second generation of Thunderbolt controllers, which are believed to be bound for Apple's upcoming Mac releases, according to a new report.

Josh Ong 14 years ago 36

Apple's Thunderbolt Display takes 26% of big-screen computer LCD sales

The 27-inch Apple Thunderbolt Display and legacy Cinema Display are North American market leaders for LED LCD computer screens sized 24 inches and up, accounting for 26.2 percent of the market.

Sam Oliver 14 years ago 39

Intel promises optical Thunderbolt cables will arrive later this year

Intel said on Monday that optical cables for its Thunderbolt port are scheduled to arrive later this year and will allow for longer cables and eventually faster speeds.

Josh Ong 14 years ago 32

Acer, Asustek, Lenovo expected to begin adopting Thunderbolt this spring

Apple won't be the only PC maker selling high-end notebooks that look like the MacBook Air and pack Thunderbolt connectivity; Acer, Asustek, Lenovo are expected to introduce new Thunderbolt-equipped Ultrabooks in the second quarter of 2012.

Daniel Eran Dilger 14 years ago 34

CES: MSI unveils external Thunderbolt GPU, Henge Docks gain MacBook Air support

New Mac-centric products are aplenty at this week's Consumer Electronics Show, including a Thunderbolt-connected external graphics processor from MSI, and a vertical docking station for the MacBook Air from Henge Docks.

AppleInsider Staff 14 years ago 25

CES: Belkin unveils Thunderbolt Express Dock, coming in Sept. for $299

Belkin on Monday introduced its new Thunderbolt Express Dock, which will allow users to connect multiple devices to their Mac with one Thunderbolt cable when it arrives in September for $299.

Sam Oliver 14 years ago 59

Intel's Thunderbolt reportedly coming to PCs in April 2012

As Apple enjoys nearly a year-long head start with the Thunderbolt technology, Intel has begun notifying PC makers that it will "fully release" the high-speed I/O in April 2012, according to a new report.

Josh Ong 14 years ago 33

iTunes 10.5.2 released, Thunderbolt Display firmware updated

Apple has released the latest version of iTunes for Mac OS X and Windows, which carries improvements to the iTunes Match service and fixes an audio distortion problem, and firmware for the Thunderbolt Display has been updated to version 1.1.

AppleInsider Staff 14 years ago 5

Intel investigating proprietary dock connector for 2012 ultrabooks

Intel is reportedly planning to release a proprietary connector that will work alongside its Thunderbolt technology to allow for advanced docking stations for the chipmakers' ultrabook design specifications.

Josh Ong 14 years ago 50

MacBook Air now 28% of Apple's notebook shipments

Apple's MacBook Air models now make up 28 percent of the company's notebook shipments, up from just 8 percent in the first half of the year.

Daniel Eran Dilger 14 years ago 27

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