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The Viewsonic XG272-2K-OLED has now received a global release, having previously been available in the US. Branching to other markets like the UK and Europe, the XG272-2K-OLED shares its WOLED panel with the LG UltraGear OLED 27GS95QE. As a result, ViewSonic's monitor combines a 2.5K resolution with a 240 Hz refresh rate and particularly fast response times.

Peerless-AV touts its latest Neptune-series TV as the ideal screen to install in one's patio, lobby or restaurant. The Full Sun Outdoor Smart TV is rated to withstand extreme temperatures and withstand dust, rain or even snow to stay bright and clear all year round. It is powered by LG's UI for TVs and comes with a free "commercial-grade" wall mount.

Acer is preparing to release a new curved gaming monitor sporting a Gen 2 QD-OLED panel from Samsung Display. Operating at 1440p and 240 Hz with an 1800R and 49-inch display size, the Acer Predator X49 X will go toe to toe with the Philips Evnia 49M2C8900 and RedMagic Realm when it launches.

ViewSonic touts its XG272-2K-OLED display as ideal for fast-paced content in rich color thanks to its ratings for ultra-low latency and a 240Hz refresh rate. The 27-inch monitor is compatible with NVIDIA G-Sync and AMD FreeSync Premium, and is also Blur Busters Verified. It is now finally available via a channel other than its own OEM.

Philips has started selling three new budget monitors. Expanding its E1 series to seven options, the 24E1N1100A, 27E1N1100A and 27E1N1600AE all deliver 100 Hz refresh rates but differ in their panel sizes, resolutions and port selections, among other differences.

A design studio from Zurich is now offering the beta version of a smart display that remains legible in direct sunlight thanks to its E Ink panel and consumes very little energy, meaning it can be powered by just three AAA batteries.

The TCL C855 is a new mini LED TV with 4K resolution and a particularly large screen diagonal. A powerful sound system is also integrated.

The LG UltraGear 27GL83A-B is on sale at Amazon for a limited time with a 30% discount. With the deal in place, the 27-inch gaming monitor with 1440p resolution, 144 Hz refresh rate, Nvidia G-Sync, and AMD FreeSync is down to $209.99, which is very close to the record-low price of $199.99.

While it topped at $499.99 back in early 2022, the 27-inch Samsung Odyssey G50A gaming monitor carrying the model number LS27AG500PNXZA now has a $399.99 list price on Amazon and, thanks to a generous 38% discount, can be acquired for the all-time low of $249.99 once again. The last time Amazon offered this price was in July–August 2023.

The JSAUX FlipGo is touted as one of the most innovative dual-stacked portable monitors thanks to its one-cable, easy mode-switching design. It is touted as the "ideal companion" for those who work either on the road or in an office with a range of stand options supported out of the box. Now, its crowdfunding campaign is nearly over - but not before accruing seven figures in terms of backing.

HP has revealed when it intends to release the Omen Transcend 32, its alternative to the Alienware AW3225QF, Gigabyte AORUS FO32U2P and MSI MPG 321URX, among others. HP has also confirmed how much the 4K and 240 Hz gaming monitor will cost, although it will be a while before anyone can actually pick one up.

One of Samsung's retail partners has revealed the launch price for its new Odyssey OLED G8 gaming monitor. Surprisingly, the G80SD will cost anywhere from 15% to 57% more than its ASUS, Alienware, AORUS or MSI competitors despite using the same 4K and 240 Hz QD-OLED panel.

Most of Dell's monitors can currently be had for at least 10% off, including the brand-new Alienware AW3225QF 4K QD-OLED and the Alienware AW2725DF 360 Hz QD-OLED gaming monitors. The sale even includes already-discounted items, meaning that the ultrawide Alienware AW3423DWF is currently $200 below MSRP.

Cooler Master has announced the GM2501 and GM27-CQS2, a pair of GM series monitors that will hit different price points. Not only has Cooler Master revealed how much these monitors will cost when they launch later this year, but it has also outlined various key specifications like a 240 Hz refresh rate for the GM27-CQS2.

Cooler Master is preparing to launch four new gaming monitors under its GA series. With two already in production, the series is likely to start at just $69 with the GA2201. Reportedly, the GA2402S, GA2702S and GA2711 are also in development with different specifications.

Earlier this year, LG showcased its first WOLED panel that could opeate at 1440p and 480 Hz simultaneously. While the company has commented on the panel since, Cooler Master has revealed that the panel will be available later this year in the GZ2713 for $1,099.

Cooler Master has confirmed various details for a successor of sorts to the Tempest GP2711. Arriving later this year as the GP2712, the 27-inch monitor improves upon its predecessor with a 240 Hz refresh rate and 4x as many Mini LED local dimming zones.

The Samsung Odyssey G51C has seen a massive 34% price cut on Amazon. Its current sale price is $229.99, a steep $120 drop from the listed tag of $349.99. The gaming monitor brings a QHD panel with a 165 Hz refresh rate, HDR10 support, and AMD FreeSync Premium.

Acer Nitro ED270U S3 has joined the brand’s growing portfolio of gaming monitors. It has a 27-inch VA panel with a resolution of 2560 x 1440 pixels, 180 Hz refresh rate, AMD FreeSync, and 1500R curvature. The launch price in China is CNY 1,199, which is around $168.

Cooler Master has shared early details about its next Mini LED gaming monitor. Not only has the company revealed key specifications, a release window and US launch pricing.

Gigabyte is now selling three new AORUS OLED gaming monitors through a popular retail partner. Available as the AORUS FO27Q3, AORUS FO32U2 and AORUS FO32U2P, the trio feature new Samsung Display Gen 3 QD-OLED panels that deliver 240 Hz and 360 Hz refresh rates combined with 4K and 1440p resolutions.

MSI has outlined fresh details about its first Mini LED monitor to combine a 500 Hz refresh rate with a 1440p resolution. Like the MEG 271Q before it, the MPG 272QPX may never actually see the light of day after its Las Vegas reveal.

MSI has revealed the MAG 256F, a 24.5-inch gaming monitor built around a 'Rapid IPS' panel. As such, the MSI MAG 256F delivers 1 ms GtG response times, which it complements with a 1080p resolution, a 180 Hz refresh rate and VRR support.

Early details about a new QD-OLED gaming monitor have been shared online. Reportedly arriving next month, the MSI MPG 341CQPX is said to be one of the first monitors with a Samsung Display 'Gen 2.5' QD-OLED panel that offers various improvements over the MAG 341CQP QD-OLED, not least a 240 Hz refresh rate.

The LG UltraGear 27GP95U is a new 27-inch gaming monitor that outputs natively in 4K and 144 Hz. However, the monitor also supports a 160 Hz refresh rate mode and delivers up to 600 nits peak brightness, among other features.

The Samsung Odyssey G95C is on sale at Amazon for $899. It also comes with a $100 discount voucher, bringing its effective price to just $799.

Gigabyte has now detailed US pricing for the AORUS FO27Q3, its first 27-inch gaming monitor underpinned by a Samsung Display Gen 3 QD-OLED panel. The Gigabyte AORUS FO27Q3 outputs at 1440p with a 360 Hz refresh rate for $799.99, undercutting the Dell Alienware AW2725DF by $100.

Gigabyte has announced launch pricing for the AORUS FO32U2, the cheaper 4K and 240 Hz option in its gaming monitor product stack. Undercutting many of its rivals, the Gigabyte AORUS FO32U2 also has numerous video inputs and USB ports, plus dedicated microphone and headphone jacks.

Gigabyte has taken a step closer to releasing the AORUS FO32U2P, the first QD-OLED gaming monitor that offers DisplayPort 2.1 and UHBR 20 connectivity. Not only has Gigabyte revealed full hardware specifications, but it has also confirmed US launch pricing.

Xiaomi has listed the new Curved Gaming Monitor G34WQi on its global website. The display is identical to another model launched earlier this year, with a 34-inch screen, 1440p resolution and 180Hz refresh rate. Other features include support for AMD FreeSync, RGB lighting and a 1m response time.

MSI has announced the MAG 27CQ6F gaming monitor. It has a 27-inch VA panel with 1500R curvature, 2.5K resolution, 180 Hz refresh rate, and a GtG response time of 0.5 ms. There’s also Adaptive Sync for stutter-free and tear-free gameplay.

In principle, OLED displays can last for decades or longer. However, despite all improvements to date, blue OLEDs still cause burn-in effects. A research team now claims to have found a solution.

ASUS has released the ROG Strix XG27ACS, a 27-inch gaming monitor that combines a 1440p resolution with a 180 Hz refresh rate. The ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACS also has DisplayPort, HDMI and USB Type-C ports, all for $269 in the US or £328.99 in the UK and €349.90 in the Eurozone.

Asus has announced the ROG Strix XG27UCS gaming monitor with a new stand design and performance-focused specs. It sports a 27-inch IPS panel with a 160 Hz refresh rate, 4K resolution, 1 ms response times, Nvidia G-Sync, and HDR support.

With the Agon Pro AG456UCZD, AOC now offers a 45-inch OLED gaming monitor with a frame rate of 240 Hz, a USB-C port with Power Delivery for charging notebooks, and RGB lighting on the back.

Sphere Entertainment has revealed additional technology details behind the groundbreaking Las Vegas Sphere. The sphere is a venue that houses the world’s largest 16,000 x 16,000 pixel LED display to create an immersive entertainment experience.

LG has revealed launch pricing for its latest set of QNED monitors. Arriving from next month onwards, the new Smart TVs promise to deliver significant performance improvements over their predecessors thanks to LG's latest α8 AI processor.

The Samsung Odyssey G32A gaming monitor has received a $100 discount on Amazon, bringing its price down to just $179.99. It features a 32-inch panel with FHD resolution, 165 Hz refresh rate 1 ms response time and AMD FreeSync Premium support.

ASUS has now released one of its new OLED gaming monitors in Europe. Based around a new Gen 3 QD-OLED panel, the ROG Swift OLED PG32UCDM also boasts modern ports and a heatsink that should reduce the risk of OLED burn-in from occurring.

LG is finally selling the UltraGear OLED 45GS96QB, nearly three months after presenting the gaming monitor before CES 2024. The LG UltraGear OLED 45GS96QB has plenty of features up its sleeve, including built-in speakers and USB Type-C connectivity.

The latest mobile monitor from Dasung utilizes a 12-inch E Ink Kaleido 3 color display in 16:10 format, which reaches a resolution of 2560 x 1600 and can be connected to a laptop and supplied with power via a single USB-C cable.

LG has now revealed European pricing for its latest swathe of OLED Smart TVs. Available throughout this year, the OLED B4, OLED C4, OLED G4 and OLED G4 series will start at €1,899, €1,699, €2,799 and €4,999, respectively.

The MSI MAG 321CUP is a 32-inch VA panel that outputs at 4K and 160 Hz. The monitor also offers a 3,000:1 contrast ratio and VESA DisplayHDR 400 certification, as well as HDMI 2.1 and USB Type-C connectivity.

MSI has announced the MAG 322UPF, an adjunct to the MAG 323UPF that the company released last year. The MSI MAG 322UPF combines a 4K resolution with 400 nits peak brightness and a 160 Hz refresh rate, among other features befitting a mid-range gaming monitor.

The AOC Q27N3S2 is a 27-inch monitor that outputs at 2.5K. Also capable of reaching 100 Hz, the monitor delivers 93% DCI-P3 colour space coverage too, as well as Delta E <2 colour deviations, all for a budget price tag.

AOC has unveiled the CQ27G2X, a 1500R curved gaming monitor that outputs at 1440p and 180 Hz. Already available in multiple markets, the AOC CQ27G2X also has a high contrast ratio and fast response times, among other features.

AOC has released the 27B35H, which follows in the footsteps of the 27B2H. The AOC 27B35H has a 100 Hz refresh rate, 1 ms MPRT response times and delivers 250 nits peak brightness across its 1080p IPS panel, among other features.

Acer has updated the Predator XB3 series with the XB323QU M3. Already available in some markets, the 1440p and 180 Hz monitor is on track for release globally, likely with a relatively affordable price tag.

CheckMag If you are looking for a new monitor in 2024, there is a plethora of options. To save your time here is a list of five monitors that should be on your radar.