Studio Display: Dual-Model Strategy Hinted at in Leaked Code

It seems like the much-anticipated Studio Display refresh might be on the horizon. Recent findings suggest that Apple could be planning not just one, but two new models of its premium monitor. While we’ve been hearing about the upgrades coming to the J527 model, including 120Hz ProMotion and HDR support, leaked code now reveals a second model, the J427.

The internal Apple system files, analyzed by Macworld, indicate that these two models will have distinct hardware configurations. The J427 and J527 versions are expected to share core features like ProMotion for smooth scrolling, but they differ in terms of audio drivers and I/O controller setups. The J527 model could offer more Thunderbolt ports or additional expansion options and may even house a speaker system similar to the HomePod.

What’s most intriguing is the internal labeling of the models as “2025” and “2026.” This suggests a staggered release or a shift in Apple’s development timeline. While the screen sizes aren’t explicitly mentioned in the code, it’s likely we’ll see a standard 27-inch model (J427) and a more premium 32-inch Pro model (J527) that sits between the Studio Display and the Pro Display XDR.

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