The Retina display in the iPad is beautiful. Since super high-res screens have done so well on smartphones and tablets, the demand for increasing pixel density on PC displays is growing as well.

Apple devices have been running HiDPI screens smoothly for years, while Windows and Android still struggle at times to make it work. Here's a look at what "Retina" means and why it's still important.

From left to right: The 16-inch MacBook Pro, the 24-inch iMac, the Studio Display and Pro Display XDR. If you’ve shelled out hundreds or thousands of dollars on a new computer, you’ll want the best ...

Display scaling makes the size of your Mac's interface more comfortable on non-Retina monitors but incurs some visual and performance penalties. We explain these effects and how much they matter. In a ...

If you’re a Mac user looking for a solid external display that pairs nicely with your MacBook’s crisp retina display, you’ll know that finding one can be a challenge. Apple offers its Studio Display ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs. For years, Mac users have faced something of a dilemma.

Ever since Apple released the $5,000-and-up Pro Display XDR in 2019, rumors have persisted that the company was also planning a more affordable screen to fill the same niche as its Thunderbolt Display ...

Apple’s Studio Display monitor is effectively an iMac with the computer part ripped out — and for some, that could be a very good thing. This high-end display packs a gorgeous 5K screen for creative ...

VChance DU16 offers a 16-inch HDR-compatible IPS panel with 4K resolution Supports mini HDMI and USB-C connections with DisplayPort Alt Mode The battery provides up to 6 hours of power via the HDMI ...

There aren't too many 5K displays on the market that can compete with Apple's Studio Display, but ASUS recently came out with the ASUS ProArt Display 5K, which is a solid competitor. The ProArt ...