Apple Is Developing 90Hz Screen Technology For IPad Air, Studio Display, And IMac 24 Inc

24-inch iMac illustration from Apple (photo: x @doroukkozkn ·)

JAKARTA - Apple is reportedly developing screen technology with a 90Hz refresh rate that is likely to be used on iPad Air, 24-inch iMac, and next-generation Studio Display devices. This information was first disclosed by an anonymous source who contacted the Upgrade podcast hosted by Mykeprobe and Jason Snell.

Currently, the iPad Air, iMac 24 inches, and Studio Display are only equipped with a screen that has a refresh rate of 60Hz. However, the anonymous source claims that Apple is working on an LCD panel that can produce a 90Hz refresh rate, known as the "liquid motion panel." This technology is expected to be introduced for the first time in an iPad Air powered by an M3 chip, and is expected to be available for other models such as iMac 24 inches and Studio Display.

While this is the first time Apple has reportedly worked on a screen with a 90Hz refresh rate for iPad and iMac devices, news about screen technology with a higher refresh rate has actually appeared in other products.

Ross Young analysts previously reported that the entire iPhone 17 line will be equipped with a ProMotion screen that supports a refresh rate of up to 120Hz. However, this is the first time 90Hz screen technology for products like iPad Air and iMac has been discussed.

According to a report from Bloomberg, the next generation iPad Air, which is expected to use the 90Hz screen, is expected to be introduced in early 2025. Meanwhile, the 24-inch iMac has just received an update by the end of 2024, so it is likely that a new 90Hz screen model will be introduced at the end of 2025. For Studio Display, there has been no definite leak regarding the release schedule of the latest version that may use this screen technology.

With these rumors, Apple seems to be trying to improve the visual experience for its users through screens with a higher refresh rate, especially for products that have supported only 60Hz. Even so, this information is still speculative and has not been confirmed directly by Apple.