Is the Apple Studio Display's IPS screen outdated?

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I’ve come across some comments on the web stating that IPS technology is quite outdated. Does that mean that the IPS display which has been used in the Apple Studio Display is considered obsolete?

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Although IPS technology is quite ancient especially next to newer advancement like the mini LED or OLED technology, the IPS panel of the Apple Studio Display is still among the best IPS Monitors, boasting good clarity and decent even backlighting. However, with respect to the true black, it is not possible in this case, as witnessed with OLED displays.
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I bought mine when it came out pretty much for photo editing, and it really stands out for that. Color calibration is exceptional from the factory, and I found that professional printing houses recommend using it with Apple’s out of the box calibration settings, because manufacturing tolerance is so tight they can print to match the display as well or better than when people attempt to calibrate a monitor themselves with the third party tools. “Real” professional photo editing monitors are also IPS, generally only 4K, snd cost even more than this does. It’s similarly good for content editing and grading. Any other use cases? I’m not going to argue with you! Get something else. As good as it is for its purpose, professional media production, please Apple, bring us an updated display! (An updated Pro Display XDR while they’re at it too, please!)
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Looking at all the metrics you've mentioned, it's not the best in any one aspect. However, taking a step back, it's easily the most balanced 5K monitor you can buy. It does everything pretty good. For example, as you've mentioned, the alienware monitor is 2x more color accurate, but it isn't nearly as bright. No other monitor I know uses glass as part of the display rather than plastic. No other monitor on the market offers nano-textured etching to create the matte coating which provides the maximum optical clarity while providing industry leading anti-glare. No monitor offers a 6 speaker array capable of Dolby Atoms sound. No monitor on the market provides the deep macOS integration and is ready to go when you wake your mac in 1 second. No 5K monitor is cheaper than Studio display while providing the exact same construction material, design, functionality.

Anyone buying this monitor should not consider one metric, but looking at all the benefits combined. This monitor is more accurate than most monitors out there, offers 5k resolution, 6 speaker array, a camera that while isn't great provides center stage functionality, 3 mic arrays with noise cancellation for super clear voice and calls, nano-texture option, industry leading optical clarity for sharper and brighter looking display, and deep integration with macOS all baked into a single package. The better comparison would be LG ultrafine. However, that display has the cheapest plastic enclosure with an unaesthetically pleasing design. Another competing product would be Samsung ViewFinity S9. It gets close, but it uses the standard plastic matte material for the display, doesn't include dolby atmos capable speakers, doesn't have an included webcam that provides substantially better image quality than the studio display, and cuts cost by using a plastic back.

The bottom line is, for the price that you pay for, there is no competitor out there that can match Apple Studio display for the overall performance, functionality, and design (including use of materials).
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4:40 My Dell ultrasharp 2405FPW was very uniform, and no backlight bleed. When it finally died after 15 yrs of use, it was extremely difficult to find a modern (LED backlit) IPS that was as uniform as well as not have backlight bleed. I ended up buying a used 2011 27" Dell ultrasharp as my replacement.

I suspect the switch from ccfl to LED backlighting as the problem. Matching color and intensity for a half dozen CFL tubes is probably far cheaper than to do the same for the hundreds to thousands of LEDs for modern IPS. Most manufacturers just cheap out I guess.
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I bought the asd, but didn't like the glossy display. Probably good for photo editing, but not for programming. Also, the height-adjustable stand does not go up high enough if you are tall.
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Not impressive. It should be curved.
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