Next-Generation Macs to Get HDMI?
By Chris Weiss
According to rumors about in-the-wild Mac Mini prototypes, Apple looks to be adding HDMI connectivity to its next generation of Minis, a first for a Mac. The Mac Mini prototypes have reportedly been spotted with an HDMI instead of DVI connection (thanks for joining us here in 2010, Apple).
Since HDMI is pretty much a universal standard for HD, and DVI is all but obsolete, the addition of HDMI will make it easier for Mac users to connect to an HDTV. Current-generation Macs rely on either a DVI port or mini DisplayPort for connection and require a converter to connect to an HDMI port. Those connections do not support audio output as HDMI does, requiring a separate cable to deliver audio.
As for other Macs, Apple Insider reports that due to the lack of space, they may not enjoy the bump up to HDMI. However, Apple is reportedly preparing a miniDisplayPort-to-HDMI adapter capable of both audio and video for other versions of the Mac. [via AppleInsider]
