Display · The Beige Era · 1994

Apple Multiple Scan Display

Multiple Scan displays helped Apple support a wider range of resolutions as Macs became more PC-compatible around the edges.

Apple Multiple Scan Display (1994), Display by Apple

Apple Multiple Scan Display: key facts

When was the Apple Multiple Scan Display released?

The Apple Multiple Scan Display was released in 1994. Apple discontinued it in 1998.

How much did the Apple Multiple Scan Display cost?

The Apple Multiple Scan Display launched at $699 in 1994 — about $1,489 in today’s money (approximate, US CPI).

What are the Apple Multiple Scan Display’s specs?

The Apple Multiple Scan Display used a N/A, with None of memory. It ran Driver / firmware support.

Why does the Apple Multiple Scan Display matter?

Multiscan Apple display family for flexible resolutions.

Full specifications

CPUN/A
Cores
Memory (RAM)None
Storage
Display15" multiscan color CRT
GPUN/A
PortsMacintosh video / VGA variants
WeightVaries by model
DimensionsCRT monitor
Operating systemDriver / firmware support
Released1994
Discontinued1998
Launch price$699

How the Apple Multiple Scan Display compares to today

Launched at $699 in 1994 — about $1,489 in today’s money (approx., US CPI).

Cross-architecture speed figures are clock-only and approximate; inflation figures use US CPI.

Did you know?

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Last updated: 2026-06-27