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LG teases its new OLED EX technology. (Source: LG)

LG teases its next-gen OLED EX-based TVs ahead of CES 2022

LG has introduced its latest form of organic light-emitting diode technology as OLED EX. The OEM claims that this new type of panel incorporates deuterium to further enhance display brightness and performance in the resulting TV s...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 31 Dec 2021 17:04

Asus sets dates and times for its CES 2022 event. (Source: Asus)

Asus confirms its CES 2022 attendance

Asus has issued its invitations to its upcoming CES showcase, to start from January 4, 2022. It starts with the "Rise of Gamers" livestream direct from Las Vegas to introduce the new ROG line-up, and goes on with the productivity-...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 22 Dec 2021 00:18

The LG 27BP95E and 32BP95E feature detachable glare protection covers. (Image source: LG)

LG unveils two new UltraFine OLED Pro monitors in 27-inch and 32-inch screen sizes

LG has expanded its UltraFine OLED Pro series with the 27BP95E and 32BP95E. The pair offer native 4K resolutions, VESA DisplayHDR 400 True Black certification and excellent colour accuracy. A USB Type-C port with 90 W Power Delive...

Alex Alderson, 19 Dec 2021 01:37

The Optix MAG281URF features a 4K 144Hz panel (Image source: MSI)

MSI outs the Optix MAG281URF: 4K 144Hz 28-in gaming monitor with 1ms response time, G-Sync, and HDR400, aimed at the eSports crowd

MSI recently announced the Optix MAG281URF, a 4K high-refresh monitor with HDR400, GSync, and a low response time. The Optix MAG281URF is targeted towards eSports players who are looking for a viable 4K option without sacrificing ...

Arjun Krishna Lal, 17 Dec 2021 11:16

The new Lenovo ThinkVision LFDs offer enhanced collaboration and connectivity features. (Image Source: Lenovo)

CES 2022 | Lenovo announces new ThinkVision 4K Large Format Displays powered by quad-core Cortex-A73 SoC and Android 9 to facilitate remote collaboration

Lenovo has announced three new ThinkVision large format displays (LFDs) ahead of CES 2022 — the ThinkVision T65, ThinkVision T75, and the ThinkVision T86. All three LFDs sport fairly identical specifications including 4K, HDR10 su...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 16 Dec 2021 17:00

Apple may replace the Pro Display XDR with a 120 Hz and mini LED successor. (Image source: Apple)

Apple rumoured to be developing three new external monitors with up to 120 Hz refresh rates and mini LED backlights

According to new rumours from a typically reliable leaker, Apple is developing three new external monitors in collaboration with LG. The trio will offer up to a 120 Hz refresh rate across 24-inch, 27-inch and 32-inch screen sizes.

Alex Alderson, 16 Dec 2021 16:11

The Mobiuz EX3210U is HDR600-certified (Image source: BenQ)

BenQ outs the Mobiuz EX3210U 4K gaming monitor: 32-in IPS panel has a 1ms response rate, 144Hz refresh rate, FreeSync, and HDR600

BenQ recently launched a new gaming monitor, the Mobiuz EX3210U. The new Mobiuz model is targeted at competitive gamers, with a snappy, 1ms response time and a 144 Hz refresh rate.

Arjun Krishna Lal, 15 Dec 2021 02:17

The LG StanbyME comes with a built-in stand. (Image source: LG)

LG StanbyME: Strange Smart TV unveiled with a touchscreen, a built-in battery and a rotating stand

LG has abandoned TV conventions with the StanbyME, a Smart TV that dovetails the LG Objet series. Not only does the StanbyME have a battery, but it also has a touchscreen and a large stand.

Alex Alderson, 14 Dec 2021 20:00

The LG 65Art90 has a unique design. (Image source: LG)

LG presents Objet Smart TVs with OLED Evo panels and Kvadrat fabric covers

LG has unveiled the Objet TV series, all with OLED Evo panels. The company will showcase the TVs at CES 2022, but it has confirmed that they have Kvadrat fabric panels. Rumour has it that LG will start selling the TVs in South Kor...

Alex Alderson, 14 Dec 2021 19:06

Samsung's new 8KTVs will use MiniLED technology for better local dimming (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung aims to sell more 8KTVs than 4K OLED TVs in 2022, per report, with a raft of 8K MiniLED models expected early next year

According to a report in The Elec, Samsung is planning on launching a raft of MiniLED 8K TVs in 2022, using its "Neo QLED" technology. Samsung's 2022 flagship lineup will also feature new 4K OLED TVs, including some with panels so...

Arjun Krishna Lal, 12 Dec 2021 22:17

The Redmi X75 is the third screen size in the Redmi Smart TV X 2022 series. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Redmi Smart TV X75 2022: Xiaomi presents a 75-inch TV with HDMI 2.1 VRR, 120 Hz and 4K support

The Redmi X75 is the third TV in Xiaomi's Redmi Smart TV X 2022 series. The 75-inch TV has a 120 Hz refresh rate, a 4K native resolution and HDMI 2.1 VRR. FreeSync Premium is supported, too.

Alex Alderson, 08 Dec 2021 12:10

The Xiaomi TV ES50 2022 has a 4K panel that supports Dolby Vision HDR. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi TV ES50 2022: 50-inch Smart TV presented with Dolby Vision and MEMC support

Xiaomi has unveiled the TV ES50 2022, a Smart TV with slim bezels and a budget price tag. The TV ES50 2022 also offers 600 nits of peak brightness, MIUI for TV 3.0 software and Dolby Vision support, among other features.

Alex Alderson, 07 Dec 2021 17:39

The AOC G4309VX features a 43-in HDR1000-certified VA panel (Image source: AOC)

AOC outs a massive 43-inch, 144 Hz, HDR1000 gaming monitor, but it's China-exclusive for the moment

AOC recently announced a high-end 43-in gaming monitor featuring a 144 Hz VA panel, HDR1000 certification, and FreeSync. The G4309VX, unfortunately, seems limited to the Chinese market for now. Furthermore, AOC's yet to offer deta...

Arjun Krishna Lal, 07 Dec 2021 12:51

The Xiaomi Monitor 27-inch 4K will eventually retail for CNY 3,499 (~US$549).

Xiaomi Monitor 27-inch 4K introduced with PANTONE colour certification

Xiaomi has presented the Monitor 27-inch 4K, a high-resolution monitor with PANTONE colour certification. Xiaomi has included dual HDMI 2.1 ports too, along with a USB hub that supports up to 90 W USB Type-C charging.

Alex Alderson, 06 Dec 2021 18:39

The new DP-V1830 display. (Source: Canon)

Canon announces its first-gen 18.4-inch 4K/HDR professional reference display

When is a monitor with a screen measuring less than 20 inches diagonally valued at just under US$15,000? According to Canon, it's when it is the first professional reference display from the brand to feature its exact dimensions a...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Dec 2021 17:34

Asus wins the title of Taiwan's Most Valuable International Brand for 2021

Asus has emerged victorious as a result of 2021's Interbrand Best Taiwan Global Brands survey, making it the country's "most valuable" brand that operates worldwide - and for the eighth year running, too. The OEM has attained this...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 05 Dec 2021 16:47

Xiaomi's next external monitor will be PANTONE certified. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi to launch 4K professional monitor this month with PANTONE certification

Xiaomi has confirmed that it will be announcing a new monitor later this month. The unnamed monitor will operate natively at 4K with PANTONE certification. It will also cover 99% of the Adobe RGB and DCI P3 colour spaces, among ot...

Alex Alderson, 02 Dec 2021 15:30

Samsung's Mini-LED and curved gaming monitor is now down to below US$2,000. (Image source: Samsung)

Deal | Samsung Odyssey G9: 49-inch curved gaming monitors reduced by up to US$500

Two of Samsung's large gaming monitors are available at discounts. The most significant discount is on the Neo G9 G95NA, a 49-inch monitor with Mini-LED backlights, 1 ms response times and a 240 Hz refresh rate.

Alex Alderson, 01 Dec 2021 15:37

Samsung is pushing the 21:9 aspect ratio for gaming monitors. (Image Source: Samsung)

Samsung will launch 34-inch ultrawide QD-OLED gaming monitors next year

Prices for the 34-inch QD-OLEDs will most likely be higher than what LG will charge for the 42-inch OLED TVs, but Samsung's screens will at least offer superior PPI and crisper text through the RGB pixel structure plus increased c...

Bogdan Solca, 30 Nov 2021 18:23

GMK Black Friday sale cuts $50 to $100 USD off the already inexpensive NucBox mini PCs and Xpanel portable monitors (Source: GMK)

Deal | GMK Black Friday sale cuts $50 to $100 USD off the already inexpensive NucBox HTPCs and Xpanel 4K portable monitors

The $369 USD NucBox mini PC is a good alternative to the much more expensive Intel NUC models while the $269 to $399 Xpanel portable monitors can offer full sRGB or AdobeRGB coverage depending on the model.

Allen Ngo, 28 Nov 2021 05:59

42-inch could become the sweet spot for PC gamers. (Image Source: HDTVTest)

Leak reveals 42-inch C2 and 83-inch G2 LG OLED TVs for the 2022 lineup

November 19 registrations for a few A2 and B2 OLED screens have been spotted on the South Korean National Radio Research Agency site. The SKU format also led to the discovery of 42-inch C2 and 83-inch G2 models.

Bogdan Solca, 24 Nov 2021 20:23

LG intends enterprise customers to use the 34CN650N. (Image source: LG)

LG 34CN650N: 34-inch thin-client presented with passive cooling

LG has released the 34CN650N, a thin-client with a 34-inch monitor. The LG 34CN650N is passively cooled and has a 1080p panel, among other features.

Alex Alderson, 24 Nov 2021 14:35

MediaTek unveils the Pentonic 2000. (Source: MediaTek)

MediaTek's Pentonic 2000 chipset is here to help deliver the 8K 120Hz TVs of the future

MediaTek has unveiled a new flagship SoC for the next generation of premium big-screen devices. The Pentonic 2000 can support resolutions of up to 8K and refresh rates of 120Hz. It can also allow OEMs to pack specs such as AV1 sup...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Nov 2021 21:29

TCL will soon be launching the 32-inch UD 240 Hz R800 gaming monitor. (Image Source: Videocardz via ITHome)

TCL UD 240 Hz R800 pegged to be the world's first 4K 240 Hz gaming monitor

TCL CSOT is developing the world's first 32-inch 4K 240 Hz panel with a 1 ms response time. Further details about this monitor are not available, but the promotional material does indicate a curved screen. TCL is expected to launc...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 20 Nov 2021 08:45

Deal | Easy-to-use GMKTEC XPanel SE 1080p portable monitor on sale for $179 USD

Students or office workers in need of more screen real estate without breaking the bank will find the 15.6-inch KD3 to be a solid secondary monitor for any laptop or desktop.

Allen Ngo, 16 Nov 2021 06:44

2021 Asus VivoBook 15 sets a new display standard for budget laptops with its outstanding 1080p OLED panel

The new affordable 1080p OLED Samsung panel is looking to challenge the usual 1080p IPS panels found on nearly all inexpensive laptops over the past few years.

Allen Ngo, 16 Nov 2021 06:27

TCL wins some CES 2022 nominations. (Source: TCL)

TCL's flagship 8K TV wins a CES 2022 award already

TCL announced a new line of 8K TVs, equipped with its in-house OD Zero technology, in 2021. Now, the OEM has announced that the flagship of this X9 line has won an CES 2022 Innovation Award, well in advance of the actual conferenc...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Nov 2021 18:11

LG USA holds a Black Friday sale. (Source: LG)

Deal | Get 2 LG XBOOM speakers for the price of 1 over the Black Friday season

LG is offering a free pair of its flagship TONE Free TWS earbuds with qualifying OLED TVs during its Black Friday event in the US for the second year running. However, the OEM has also come up with a new promotion by which some au...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Nov 2021 14:47

ViewSonic unveiled the Elite XG271QG during the summer. (Image source: ViewSonic)

ViewSonic Elite XG271QG: 27-inch, 2.5K and 240 Hz gaming monitor to launch later this month for €1,099

ViewSonic has confirmed the pricing and release date of the Elite XG271QG, its long-awaited 240 Hz gaming monitor. The Elite XG271QG has a 27-inch panel, is VESA DisplayHDR 400 certified and runs natively at 2.5K.

Alex Alderson, 12 Nov 2021 13:59

The XMMNT245HF2 is DisplayHDR 400 certified. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi releases a new 24.5-inch gaming monitor with a 240 Hz refresh rate and HDMI 2.1 support

Xiaomi has presented a new gaming monitor with a 240 Hz refresh rate. The XMMNT245HF2 also contains two HDMI 2.1 ports, supports AMD FreeSync Premium and is DisplayHDR 400 certified.

Alex Alderson, 02 Nov 2021 16:34

The HP Omen 27c can be arranged in a multiple monitor configuration. (Image source: HP)

HP Omen 27c announced with a 27-inch, 240 Hz and QHD display

HP has revealed the Omen 27c, a gaming monitor with a 27-inch VA panel. The curved gaming monitor operates natively at QHD, has a 240 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response times, among other features.

Alex Alderson, 01 Nov 2021 23:43

The PlayStation 5 family. (Source: Sony)

Sony increases its revenue for its latest quarter by 13% compared to that in 2020

Sony has reported total revenues of ~2.4 trillion yen (~US$20.8 billion) for its latest fiscal quarter (the second of 2021, or 2FQ2021). Its gaming arm accounted for nearly 27% of these takings; however, nearly every other area of...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Oct 2021 18:45

The Business-Monitor S9U has a 32:9 aspect ratio and a 5K resolution. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Business-Monitor S9U announced with a 5K resolution and a 120 Hz refresh rate

Samsung has announced the Business-Monitor S9U, which it originally unveiled as the S49A950UIU. The business monitor has a 5K and 120 Hz display measuring 49-inches across for a 32:9 aspect ratio and contains more ports than many ...

Alex Alderson, 29 Oct 2021 16:43

AOC's new Agon Pro monitors all have 27-inch panels and are designed for competitive gamers. (Image source: AOC)

AOC unveils three new Agon Pro gaming monitors with 27-inch panels and high refresh rates

Monitor specialist AOC has expanded its Agon Pro series aimed at competitive gamers. The Agon AG274XM, AG274UXP and AG274QG all offer enticing specifications, although the latter is the only 240 Hz monitor on offer. The new Agon P...

Alex Alderson, 28 Oct 2021 14:10

Philips has designed its new 27-inch and 32-inch Momentum gaming monitors with Xbox Series consoles in mind. (Image source: Philips)

Philips launches Momentum 279M1RV and Momentum 329M1RV monitors with 4K resolutions, 144 Hz refresh rates, HDMI 2.1 ports and Ambiglow lighting

Philips has unveiled the Momentum 279M1RV and Momentum 329M1RV, two gaming monitors that are Xbox certified. Accordingly, the pair run natively at 4K, have HDMI 2.1 ports and 144 Hz refresh rates, among other features.

Alex Alderson, 27 Oct 2021 23:54

Lenovo ThinkVision M14t is one of the better portable monitors out there for business use

Lenovo ThinkVision M14t is one of the better portable monitors out there for office users

The lightweight touchscreen provides excellent and accurate colors with full support for active styluses unlike most other portable monitors. Its limited ports and lack of speakers and batteries, however, limit the overall usefuln...

Allen Ngo, 22 Oct 2021 18:37

The Redmi Smart TV X (2022) (Source: Xiaomi)

Redmi Smart TV X (2022) series debuts with 4K 120 Hz displays and an increase in prices from last year's models

Xiaomi has now debuted the next generation of TVs in its Redmi Smart TV X series. The aptly named Redmi Smart TV X (2022) series launched in China yesterday with 4K 120 Hz displays and a compilation of solid hardware. Pricing, how...

Ricci Rox, 21 Oct 2021 10:46

The ViewSonic Elite XG320U offers AMD FreeSync Premium Pro support. (Image Source: ViewSonic)

ViewSonic Elite XG320U is a 32-inch 4K 144 Hz gaming monitor with FreeSync Premium Pro, DisplayHDR 600, and HDMI 2.1 support

ViewSonic has announced availability of the Elite XG320U gaming monitor that was first revealed back in August. The XG320U is a 32-inch 4K 144 Hz gaming monitor targeted at Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5, and PC gamers. The display ...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 17 Oct 2021 12:03

A Windows laptop paired wireless with the Luna Display adapter to an iPad. (Image: Luna Display)

After getting sherlocked by Apple, Luna Display now allows you to use an iPad as a second display for Windows

Luna Display has added support for using an iPad with a Windows PC. The company originally offered the functionality for Macs and iPads but Apple subsequently ‘sherlocked’ the feature in macOS Catalina with its Sidecar functionali...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 14 Oct 2021 12:02

GPC 2021 | Acer boosts its at-home entertainment and productivity portfolio with a new WQHD monitor and a 4K projector

Acer's new L811 laser-powered device is directed at those wishing to project their own 4K HDR10-compatible movies at home. For those who would prefer a monitor that could also support some image-editing work, there is the 27-inch ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Oct 2021 18:10

Asus XG16AHPE portable gaming monitor almost nails it in terms of features and performance

This 15.6-inch portable monitor is the best we've seen in its size class and category for gaming purposes just as long as you're ready to drop $400 for it. Refresh rate, G-Sync, black-white response times, sRGB colors, and brightn...

Allen Ngo, 13 Oct 2021 09:50

The Samsung Odyssey G5 S32AG52 runs at WQHD and 165 Hz. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung Odyssey G5 S32AG52 gaming monitor announced with a WQHD, 165 Hz and 32-inch panel

Samsung has launched the S32AG52, a 32-inch gaming monitor that expands its Odyssey G5 series. The S32AG52 features 1 ms GtG response times, a 165 Hz refresh rate and WQHD native resolution, among other things.

Alex Alderson, 12 Oct 2021 19:18

The Redmi Smart TV X 2022 series will arrive on October 20. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi teases Redmi Smart TV X 2022 ahead of October 20 announcement

Xiaomi has started teasing the Redmi Smart TV X 2022 series. The new smart TVs will arrive later this month with slim bezels. The Redmi Smart TV X 2022 series may be Chinese exclusives for the time being, though.

Alex Alderson, 12 Oct 2021 00:23

Panasonic announces the Lumix BS1H full-frame cinema camera

The Lumix BS1H is Panasonic's latest cuboid-style digital cinema camera with a full-frame sensor. The OEM touts it as a particularly manageable entry into this level of videography, as it has crammed its up-to-date 6K specs into a...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Oct 2021 17:59

The BenQ EW2880U has a 4K and 28-inch panel with HDR10 certification. (Image source: BenQ)

BenQ EW2880U: 28-inch and 4K monitor announced with 60 W USB Type-C connectivity

BenQ has introduced the EW2880U, a 28-inch IPS monitor with a 4K native resolution. Billed as an entertainment monitor, the BenQ EW2880U supports numerous features, including USB Type-C connectivity.

Alex Alderson, 09 Oct 2021 21:46

The MSI Optix MPG341QR, Optix MPG321UR-QD, and Optix MPG321QRF-QD monitors have been unveiled. (Image source: MSI - edited)

MSI launches three new console-ready Optix monitors with up to 175 Hz refresh rate and 34-inch panel size

MSI has launched three new Optix monitors with enough differences between them to cover the needs of even the most demanding gamer. The MSI Optix MPG341QR, Optix MPG321UR-QD, and Optix MPG321QRF-QD offer high refresh rates, low sc...

Daniel R Deakin, 08 Oct 2021 12:39

The Xeneon 32QHD165 is Corsair's gaming monitor debut. (Image source: Corsair)

Corsair Xeneon 32QHD165: A 32-inch and 165 Hz gaming monitor with some innovative features

Corsair has introduced its first gaming monitor, the Xeneon 32QHD165. The 32-inch gaming monitor supports Quantum Dot technology, a 165 Hz refresh rate, 1 ms response times and VESA DisplayHDR 400 certification, among other things...

Alex Alderson, 06 Oct 2021 21:07

OWC's latest Thunderbolt dock. (Source: OWC)

OWC claims to offer dual 8K monitor support with a new Thunderbolt dock

OWC has announced a new kind of USB dock, rated to split 1 Thunderbolt feed between 2 monitors of (technically) up to 8K in resolution. It does so via the newer DisplayPort 1.4 standard, and is also rated to support HDR with compa...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 30 Sep 2021 18:49