led displays

[Robert La Ferla]

On Oct 18, 2008, at 2:19 PM, Ted Roche wrote:

> I think it's a Good Thing. Previously, laptops used a cold cathode
> tube (flourescent) which required an inverter and high-voltage circuit
> to the top of the display. The LEDs are less power-hungry and more
> energy-efficient. LED has a great reputation for longevity, but I
> don't think we yet have a lot of experience in laptops, so time will
> tell.

LED backlit LCD displays are definitely the best available displays.   
Unlike fluorescent, the LED backlights do not contain mercury.  They  
consume less energy, last longer and have a more uniform brightness.   
Kudos to the Apple on this.  I just wish I hadn't bought my MacBook a  
couple months back!