Liquid Retina XDR Display Calibration

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Liquid Retina XDR Display Calibration

It appears it is no longer possible to use a Datacolor Spyder to calibrate the display of a MacBook Pro with the introduction of the Liquid Retina XDR on the latest M1 chip set models. A Support Bulletin, https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT212851 indicates that only a high-end spectroradiometer can be used. Such equipment is orders of magnitude more costly and complex to use.

This likely will pose problems for photographers and other content creators who rely on readily available ad easy to use tools like the Sypder to calibrate across devices, printers, displays, cameras, etc. If indeed this is the case, it is disappointing and a step backward for the MacBook Pro.

Posted on Dec 6, 2021 6:06 PM

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Answer 1

jdo_apple

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Dec 7, 2021 1:50 PM in response to toxop

Hi toxop,

Thank you for using Apple Support Communities. We understand that you are concerned that it is no longer possible to use a Datacolor Spyder to calibrate the display of a MacBook Pro and we'd like to assist.

We are always looking for ways to improve our products, so we encourage you to leave feedback here: Feedback - MacBook Pro - Apple

Cheers!

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Answer 2

Dec 15, 2021 1:35 PM in response to toxop

I purchased my Datacolor Sypder Pro a few months ago and it worked at first, now it appears it does not. I would appreciate if you could share how we can disable whatever video card lock you've installed as professionals, using professional computers like to be in control of their color space and there's no reason why we should be blocked out. I agree, this is disappointing and simply a bad business move...you can't just assume your factory color settings are best and just to not worry about it.

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Boat Guy

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Dec 21, 2021 12:17 PM in response to toxop

I've left feedback. The inability to calibrate my new MBP that I use in the field with my studio monitor is a big problem for photographers!

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toxop Author

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Dec 21, 2021 1:32 PM in response to Boat Guy

Indeed it is. Thanks for replying.

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toxop Author

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Dec 21, 2021 1:35 PM in response to DennisViera

Thanks for replying. Great point. Calibrating color across devices is essential not to mention nearly impossible to use ICC profiles to render prints accurately without it.

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