Apples software is all about accessibility.
Its a metal plate with four holes in a standard pattern and size.
This mates with the back of your monitor, which has matching holes, threaded for machine screws.
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The standard has spread to other uses, too.
And thats where the problems begin.
Surely a good one exists somewhere, although when evenWirecutters recommendationis janky, you know youre in trouble.
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Apple already makes three interchangeable monitor stands.
A good VESA arm can increase productivity and efficiency at a workstation.
The big problem with Apples display mounts is adjustability.
The height-adjustable version sounds better at first, but adds only 4.2 inches to the height.
For a healthy ergonomic computer setup, an appropriate monitor height is crucial.
The top edge of the screen should be at or slightly below eye level.
Apples stands might do that if youre lucky, but probably not.
Considering Apples software is so great for accessibility, it seems odd that its hardware is so bad.
Too Standard?
So why doesnt Apple make a VESA stand?
And that makes sense, in a way.
One of the best things about VESA mounts is there are so many variations.
you might buy stands and arms for any setup.
They move, or dont, theyre longer for tall folks, or regular.
They clamp or bolt to the desk, or screw into the wall.
Another possibility is that VESA is too standard.
Take a look at the mount on the Pro Display XDR.
It kind of bayonets into place, and snaps home thanks to magnets.
A VESA plate may seem pedestrian.
But imagine if Apple did make a VESA mount.
For a start, it would work perfectly with the Apple Studio Display.
And Apple users tend to like Apple design, and buy Apple accessories.
In this case, everybody would win.
