PS3 + 24" LED - a solution, but are there better ones?

Hi everyone,
As you might have seen here is the best solution yet to the PS3 + Apple 24" LED Cinema Display Problem -
http://www.cinemaview.com/models.html
However, seeing as this is more an allrounder, are there any cheaper solutions that would be able to convert the PS3's HDMI signal for DisplayPort?
There is a solution of 4 adaptors (HDMI to HDMI, HDMI female to DP, DP Female to DP Female, DP to MiniDP Female - then to 24"), but would this work without conversion of the signal?
Are there any solutions that allow input of my PS3's 1080p's video signal into my mac and then out again through displayport? (Any EyeTV like products?)
(BTW - sound would be handled by 5 speakers (coaxial Z-5500 Digital) so that is not a worry)
I will be buying the display if any of this works.
If not I will have to toss up,
Apple 24" LED + convenience with my Mac + Z-5500 - compatability
vs.
HP L2475W + PS3 + Z-5500 + compatibility - convenience
Difficult!

I'll be a little more full in my response this time and see if your opinion changes.
The PS3, at the moment, is being run on a Sony Bravia 46" 1080p LCD which to be honest is pretty magnificent.
If I had the money and my dad would let me, I would be installing Z-5500s downstairs with the PS3, and upstairs in my room with the mac.
The apple monitor, in my opinion, is my dream monitor. It is the one I would like, it is the one my dad is getting for his new mac tomorrow (Yes I am jealous), and it is the one I would be buying hands down if it had a DVI, HDMI, Component, or even VGA input.
The hp monitor has the better versatility but from what I have read, the Apple is still the better display. You talk of speakers - no interest, but isight and mic are (adium messenger).
The thought of having the use of 5.1 speakers + 1920x1080p + 24" + PS3 in my room is highly appealing.
The thought of having the use of 5.1 speakers + 1920x1200 + 24" + APPLE LOGO + MacBook + Convenience and Tidyness is just as appealing.
What would I be missing with the 24" ACD -
- The PS3 wouldn't have surround 5.1
What would I be missing with the 24" HP -
- The Apple Logo
- The convenience of tri-port power
- Seamless integration between computer and monitor (just like a desktop)
I can't say I use the PS3 more than 2-4 times a month. I use my computer every single day for at least 3-4hrs, often more.
Is the Apple for me?

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