macOS Sonoma 14.6 Enhances M3 14-Inch MacBook Pro with Dual External Display Capabilities
In the latest turn of events, Apple’s macOS Sonoma 14.6 update has brought a significant enhancement to the 14-inch MacBook Pro equipped with the M3 chip, introducing dual external display support. This new feature marks an important milestone for users who leverage clamshell mode, allowing the MacBook’s lid to be closed while still powering two external displays.
The introduction of dual display support in the 14-inch M3 MacBook Pro is a direct follow-up to Apple’s March 2024 unveiling of the feature for the M3 MacBook Air models. The MacBook Pro, launched in October 2023, initially missed out on this functionality. Apple, acknowledging the gap, had committed to extending multi-display capabilities to the 14-inch MacBook Pro through a future software update.
Functionality specifics revealed in Apple’s support documentation for the macOS Sonoma update include the ability of the 13-inch M3 MacBook Pro to support a single external display with 6K resolution when its lid is open. Conversely, when the lid is shut, it can power two external displays at 5K resolution each, operating at up to 60Hz. This advancement brings the M3 MacBook Pro’s display capabilities in line with that of its higher-end counterparts, equipped with M3 Pro and M3 Max chips, which already boasted the ability to support multiple displays.
Beyond display enhancements, the macOS Sonoma 14.6 update also brings to the table a raft of security improvements. While none of the patched vulnerabilities were reportedly being exploited, Apple’s proactive approach to security suggests updating to the latest version is in the best interest of users.
The addition of dual display support to the 14-inch M3 MacBook Pro not only exemplifies Apple’s ongoing commitment to enhancing user experience but also bridges a gap that existed between different models. With this update, professionals and creatives who rely on extensive screen real estate and the power of Apple’s M3 chip can achieve greater productivity and flexibility.
