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Samsung files for Diamond OLED patent in the UK

It is unclear what this new Diamond OLED trademark refers to since there are so many devices mentioned in the patent. The two best guesses would be TV screens for the upcoming QD-OLED models launching in the second half of 2021 or...

Bogdan Solca, 20 Apr 2021 18:46

The Mi TV EA 2022 series will be available in seven sizes. (Image source: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi presents the Mi TV EA series in seven sizes ranging from 32-inches to 75-inches

Xiaomi has unveiled seven TVs for 2022, although it will begin selling them on April 25. The Mi TV EA series starts at CNY 999 (~US$153) for the 32-inch model and is also available in 40-inch, 43-inch, 50-inch, 55-inch, 65-inch an...

Alex Alderson, 20 Apr 2021 18:45

Sony releases its 2021 BRAVIA XR TV line-up

Sony has announced pricing and availability for its 2021 TVs. They include the BRAVIA XR MASTER Series A90J, which, as the OEM asserts, integrates its best OLED panel to date. It also has new LED models with 4K and 8K options, inc...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 19 Apr 2021 21:44

Enterprise-grade monitors for the home. (Source: ViewSonic)

ViewSonic's portfolio of new remote work-ready monitors features a 34-inch 21:9 unit with an inbuilt USB type-C dock

ViewSonic asserts that its upcoming monitors address the needs of those who work at home. The OEM's new 24- and 27-inch models have inbuilt webcams and the ergonomic stands to keep them at comfortable eye levels. There is also a 3...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Apr 2021 17:55

The Samsung QX2 is a new gaming TV range with 4K and 120 Hz panels. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung QX2: A trio of ultra-thin QLED TVs launch with 120 Hz refresh rates and fast response times

Samsung has launched three new gaming TVs under the QX2 series. The South Korea company sells the TVs as 55-inch, 65-inch and 75-inch models, albeit only in China for the time being. The fact that the TVs combine a native 4K resol...

Alex Alderson, 17 Apr 2021 00:36

Apple may no longer advertise the Pro Display XDR as offering 'far beyond HDR' in the UK. (Image source: Apple)

Apple has been making misleading claims about its Pro Display XDR

Apple has been making misleading claims about the Pro Display XDR, according to The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) in the UK. Now, Apple can no longer claim that the Pro Display XDR offers 'far beyond HDR' in the UK, althou...

Alex Alderson, 14 Apr 2021 14:56

Gigabyte's latest AORUS monitors vary from 32- to 48-inches. (Image source: Gigabyte)

Gigabyte presents three AORUS gaming monitors up to a 48-inch, 120 Hz, 4K and OLED model

Gigabyte has released a trio of AORUS gaming monitors, the AORUS FI32U, AORUS FV43U and the AORUS FO48U. All are 4K monitors with HDMI 2.1 ports, but only the flagship 48-inch model has an OLED panel. The three monitors should del...

Alex Alderson, 14 Apr 2021 14:50

Samsung rumored to buy millions of OLED TV panels from LG

With the rising LCD production costs and the sub-par QD-OLED panels developed by Samsung Display, the Korean giant apparently has no other choice but to sign a deal with LG for 5 million OLED TVs supplied throughout 2022. Quite ir...

Bogdan Solca, 13 Apr 2021 15:31

The Philips Momentum 275M8RZ is an understated gaming monitor. (Image source: Philips)

Philips Momentum 275M8RZ: A 27-inch gaming monitor a 165 Hz refresh rate and NVIDIA G-Sync support

Philips has introduced the 275M8RZ, a new gaming monitor from its Momentum series. The Momentum 275M8RZ has a peak 165 Hz refresh rate, DisplayHDR 400 certification and a native 1440p resolution.

Alex Alderson, 12 Apr 2021 18:39

The new V Series 2021 smart TVs. (Source: Huawei)

Huawei debuts new V-series smart TVs with Devialet sound systems and 4K/120Hz screens

Huawei has launched new smart screens. They are also the inaugural models of a new series by the OEM, and are also the first with speaker arrays tuned by the high-end audio group Devialet. The devices run HarmonyOS out of the box ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 10 Apr 2021 18:40

A Spectrum prototype with a V tablet. (Source: Eve Devices)

Eve Devices announces yet another Spectrum monitor shipping delay

Eve Devices announced its Spectrum as the world's first monitor with a QHD/240Hz option back in January 2021. Unfortunately, the OEM has also just stated that this SKU will not ship until July 9, 2021. Furthermore, the 4K/144Hz mo...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Apr 2021 19:14

The Super Mario Bros box. (Source: Wikipedia)

A rare mint copy of Super Mario Bros for the NES breaks records for games sold at auctions

An unboxed copy of the game Super Mario Bros for the legacy Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) console has reportedly sold at auction for US$660,000. This is the largest final asking price for a video game yet. The item in questi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 07 Apr 2021 23:25

Dell has launched a new range of gaming monitors

Dell launches four new gaming monitors to go with its new Ryzen powered notebooks

Dell has launched four new gaming monitors to complement its Ryzen-powered line of gaming laptops. There four SKUs in total with screen sizes ranging between 24 and 34 inches. The monitors will be available for purchase towards th...

Anil Satyanarayana, 07 Apr 2021 15:00

Samsung and MediaTek boast world's first 8K QLED TV with Wi-Fi 6E while providing absolutely no pictures to show for it

For an announcement that's all about visuals and connectivity, the manufacturers have failed to even release a picture or two of the actual television in all its glory. Perhaps unsurprisingly, no launch window has been provided.

Allen Ngo, 07 Apr 2021 04:35

LG wins a top US award for responsible recycling

The US' Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has conferred a Sustainable Materials Management (SMM) Electronics Challenge Award (Gold Tier) on the electronics giant LG. It has earned this accolade thanks to the recycling programs...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Apr 2021 16:47

The first-gen Huawei Display. (Source: Huawei)

Huawei releases its 23.8-inch monitor to the UK market

The electronics giant Huawei launched its first PC display in 2020. This 23.8-inch peripheral has an FHD IPS panel, and is mostly directed at enterprise-grade customers. It is also now available in a new market: the UK.

Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Apr 2021 23:05

The OPTIX MAG301RF requires 33% more GPU power than a conventional 1080p gaming monitor. (Image source: MSI)

MSI OPTIX MAG301RF: A 29.5-inch gaming monitor with a 21:9 aspect ratio, 1 ms response times and a 200 Hz refresh rate that costs US$399

MSI has unveiled the OPTIX MAG301RF, its latest ultra-wide gaming monitor. The MAG301RF has a 29.5-inch panel that runs at 2,560 x 1,080 pixels, with a 200 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response times. The MAG301RF should be available ...

Alex Alderson, 01 Apr 2021 20:42

Some current Huawei TVs. (Source: Huawei)

Rumor | Huawei's next smart TV will have speakers tuned by Devialet

According to some recent leaks, Huawei is about to launch a new series of TVs. The OEM is also now said to have partnered with the sound specialist Devialet for these putative 2021 smart screens' audio solutions. This collaboratio...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Mar 2021 20:17

LG releases its 2021 OLED TVs. (Source: LG US)

LG announces US pricing and availability for its 2021 4K OLED TVs

LG has announced that the release of its latest A1-, C1- and G1-series of 4K OLED TVs to the US market has begun. They start at US$1,299 for a 48-inch model, although the highest-end 83-inch C1 variant is $6,000. Most models are a...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 26 Mar 2021 18:59

The ViewSonic VX18 range costs between €209 and €289. (Image source: ViewSonic)

ViewSonic announces five VX18 series gaming monitors with 165 Hz refresh rates and 1 ms response times

ViewSonic has introduced five VX18 series gaming monitors with 165 Hz refresh rates and 1 ms response times. The series ranges from the 24-inch and 1080p VX2418-P-MHD to the 32-inch and curved VX3218-PC-MHD. All five gaming monito...

Alex Alderson, 25 Mar 2021 21:03

Panasonic's 2021 OLED TV lineup finally includes gaming-optimized 48-inch models

Panasonic announces three OLED TV models that come with the 48-inch size option. These keep the HCX Pro AI Processor and custom color profiles from the flagship JZ2000 screens, but also come with Game Mode Extreme that lowers inpu...

Bogdan Solca, 25 Mar 2021 17:16

Popular 24-inch Lenovo Q24i 1080p IPS 75 Hz monitor now on sale for $109 USD (Source: Best Buy)

Deal | Popular 24-inch Lenovo Q24i-10 1080p IPS monitor with 99 percent sRGB coverage and 75 Hz refresh rate now on sale for $109 USD

FreeSync, 4 ms response times, HDMI, integrated speakers, and even VGA — the Lenovo Q24i offers tremendous value at its new sale price that gamers and graphics editors on tight budgets may want to consider.

Allen Ngo, 25 Mar 2021 02:34

Lenovo ThinkVision T24t-20. (Image Source: Lenovo)

Lenovo ThinkVision T24t-20 offers an ergnomic touchscreen experience with multiple connectivity options

The Lenovo ThinkVision T24t-20 is a FHD touch monitor primarily aimed at the education market. The ThinkVision T24t-20 offers a 60 Hz refresh rate, covers 99% of the sRGB color gamut, and comes with an ergonomic tilt stand. The mo...

Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 24 Mar 2021 03:04

The LG 27UP850 has a USB hub that can recharge laptops at up to 96 W. (Image source: LG)

LG 27UP850: A 27-inch and colour accurate 4K monitor with surprising gaming features

LG has aimed its latest 27-inch 4K monitor primarily at professionals who want a colour accurate monitor. However, the monitor should be suitable for some gaming on the side too, thanks to the tearing and input lag reduction techn...

Alex Alderson, 23 Mar 2021 21:43

This first Huawei MateView renders show a 3:2 monitor with slim bezels and a built-in wireless charger. (Image: Weibo - edited)

Huawei MateView: High-end external monitor leaked with a 3:2 aspect ratio and a built-in wireless charging stand

Huawei has recently certified a monitor at the 3C, and now renders of it have started circulating online. The so-called Huawei MateView has slim bezels, a 3:2 aspect ratio, and a built-in wireless charging stand.

Alex Alderson, 23 Mar 2021 14:25

Samsung has launched a new line of 4K and QHD monitors

Samsung launches new S8, S7 and S6 monitors with up to 4K resolution, HDR10, USB hub, and more

Samsung has launched its new S8, S7 and S6 monitors for businesses. Depending on the model, you get a 4K/1440p HDR10 screen that covers 99% of the sRGB gamut, up to five USB Type-A ports, a USB Type C port that can charge devices ...

Anil Satyanarayana, 22 Mar 2021 23:31

Over 70 LG TVs have gained the Fine Tune Dark Areas in new updates. (Image source: LG)

LG enables Fine Tune Dark Areas feature on over 70 TVs to mitigate VRR raised black issues

LG has added a feature called Fine Tune Dark Areas to over 70 TVs as it aims to reduce raised black levels, especially on OLED panels. LG intends people to use the feature when using VRR on an enabled PC or games console.

Alex Alderson, 19 Mar 2021 18:10

Most of the new features are trying to fix the near-black gamma issues reported with last year's panels. (Image Source: HDTVTest)

LG adds new gaming settings on this year's C1 and G1 OLED TVs

LG added a few new sliders that are meant to fix the near-black gamma problems reported on last year's models. Thus, we have the Black Stabiliser and Fine Tune Dark Areas sliders that can deal with the elevated black, but we also ...

Bogdan Solca, 19 Mar 2021 17:09

The Optix MAG272CQP has a 3,000:1 native contrast ratio, among other features. (Image source: MSI)

MSI Optix MAG272CQP: A 27-inch curved gaming monitor with a 165 Hz refresh rate and AMD FreeSync Premium support

The MSI Optix MAG272CQP is a 27-inch curved gaming monitor with a native WQHD resolution and 165 Hz refresh rate. The VA panel has 1 ms (MPRT) response times, a 1500R curvature and supports AMD FreeSync Premium. The Optix MAG272CQ...

Alex Alderson, 17 Mar 2021 19:26

Redmi launches the up-to-65-inch Smart TV X series in India

The Redmi Smart TV X50, X55 and X65 have been unleashed onto the Indian market. Their 4K LED panels are enhanced with MEMC, HDR10+, HLG, and Dolby Vision. The series also features dual 15W speakers, and will start at INR 32,999 (~...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Mar 2021 18:38

Samsung has announced the S34A650, also known as the LS34A650, in Vietnam so far. (Image source: Samsung Vietnam)

Samsung S34A650: A 34-inch curved monitor with a 1440p native resolution, a 100 Hz refresh rate and USB Type-C Power Delivery

The Samsung S34A650 is a 21:9 curved monitor that operates natively at 1440p. The monitor has a 1000R curvature, a 4,000:1 contrast ratio and a 100 Hz peak refresh rate. The Samsung S34A650 supports AMD FreeSync too and has multip...

Alex Alderson, 15 Mar 2021 23:40

Crysis Remastered finally acquires DLSS support for RTX 20- and 30-series graphics cards

Crytek has announced that DLSS can be switched on in Crysis Remastered with the game's latest update. Therefore, its performance while running on NVIDIA GeForce graphics cards with RTX may be boosted considerably. Then again, the ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 12 Mar 2021 23:27

The BenQ MOBIUZ EX3451R retails for US$999. (Image source: BenQ)

BenQ MOBIUZ EX3415R: A 34-inch curved gaming monitor that runs natively at 1440p and 144 Hz with 1 ms response times

The BenQ MOBIUZ EX3415R is, as its name suggests, a 34-inch curved gaming monitor. The 21:9 monitor runs natively at 1440p with a 144 Hz peak refresh rate and 1 ms response times. The display has a 1900R curvature, is VESA Display...

Alex Alderson, 09 Mar 2021 18:52

The iMac Pro is now in limited supply. (Source: Apple)

Apple discontinues the Intel-powered iMac Pro, reviving rumors of an upcoming new version with a different platform

Apple has abruptly updated its current iMac Pro sales page to reflect the fact that apparently only its base model is in stock. This has led to speculation that a new version of this PC, perhaps even with an in-house chipset inste...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 Mar 2021 18:13

The UltraFine OLED Pro 32EP950 is one of four small OLED monitors that LG will release this year. (Image source: LG)

LG's first 32-inch and 4K OLED monitor gets a release date and an eye-watering price tag

The LG UltraFine OLED Pro (32EP950) is one of the most exciting monitors of 2021, as it is the first to bring OLED technology and a 4K resolution to the 32-inch form factor. The UltraFine OLED Pro 32EP950 promises excellent colour...

Alex Alderson, 05 Mar 2021 20:21

The Odyssey G9 2021 should also support AMD FreeSync Pro and NVIDIA G-SYNC. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung announces the Odyssey G9 2021, a 49-inch curved gaming monitor with a mini LED panel, a 240 Hz refresh rate and a 2K native resolution

Samsung has updated its Odyssey G9 gaming monitor for 2021. The 49-inch curved monitor now uses mini LED backlights for improved brightness and heightened contrast ratios. The Odyssey G9 2021 also has a 240 Hz refresh rate and 1 m...

Alex Alderson, 03 Mar 2021 19:05

The Redmi Display 27 offers support for refresh rates up to 75 Hz. (Image source: JD.com)

New Redmi monitor offers slender 27-inch IPS Full HD display and 75 Hz refresh rate for pre-sale price of 899 yuan (US$139)

Xiaomi has launched a new Redmi monitor to join the already existing Redmi Display 1A. The latest addition has a larger screen size at 27 inches and offers a 1920x1080 resolution, fast gray-to gray response time, and up to a 75 Hz...

Daniel R Deakin, 02 Mar 2021 20:52

Hisense asserts laser TVs are the future as it claims to triple their sales in 2020

Laser TVs are devices much more like ultra-short-throw projectors than conventional big screens. Therefore, they can deliver larger display sizes with less harmful blue light, which is what customers want these days - according to...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Mar 2021 23:31

The new Redmi Max 86" smart TV supports HDR10+. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

New Redmi Max 86" smart TV offers 4K 120 Hz display, HDMI 2.1 port, and a delivery-friendly 99.9% elevator pass rate for 7,999 yuan (US$1,237)

Xiaomi has officially launched the Redmi Max 86” smart TV. The new television joins the massive 98-inch Redmi Max as part of the affordable range of giant TVs from the Xiaomi subsidiary. For 7,999 yuan (US$1,237) buyers get a 4K T...

Daniel R Deakin, 26 Feb 2021 14:43

HyperX is now an HP company. (Source: HyperX)

HP announces the acquisition of HyperX

HP has just confirmed it has secured "a definitive agreement" to buy HyperX, heretofore best known as Kingston's gaming-accessories division. That company's co-founder and CEO, John Tu, calls the move "a brighter future for HyperX...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 24 Feb 2021 16:31

The Redmi Max 98 will be joined by a new member of the giant TV series on February 25. (Image source: Xiaomi - edited)

Second Redmi Smart TV Max incoming as size speculation ranges from 86 inches to 120 inches for the next monster set from Xiaomi

The 98-inch Redmi Smart TV Max is soon going to be joined by another monster television set from Xiaomi. The Chinese company has been teasing the fact on Weibo and asking followers what size the new Redmi Max TV could be. While so...

Daniel R Deakin, 24 Feb 2021 12:30

The Momentum 559M1RYV supports Philips Ambiglow for an immersive viewing experience. (Image source: Philips)

Philips Momentum 559M1RYV: A 55-inch gaming monitor that supports 144 Hz, HDMI 2.1, USB Type-C Power Delivery, AMD FreeSync and NVIDIA G-Sync

The Philips Momentum 559M1RYV is the follow-up to last year's Momentum 558M1RY, which already included plenty of features. However, the Momentum 559M1RYV takes things further with a 144 Hz refresh rate, HDMI 2.1 and USB Type-C Pow...

Alex Alderson, 24 Feb 2021 00:19

The ThinkVision P40w has a colour-accurate WUHD 21:9 panel served over a Thunderbolt 4 connection. (Image Source: Lenovo)

The Lenovo ThinkVision P40w monitor features an inbuilt KVM and peripheral hub

Amongst all the laptops, Lenovo has announced the ThinkVision P40w, which they claim is the world’s first professional monitor with both a Thunderbolt 4 connection and support for Intel Active Management Technology. The P40w-20 ca...

Craig Ward, 23 Feb 2021 15:00

Auzai launches super-cheap 27-inch 2K monitor with 165 Hz refresh rate, G-Sync, and 1 ms response times for $249 USD after coupon (Source: Amazon)

Deal | Auzai launches super-cheap 27-inch 2K monitor with 165 Hz refresh rate, G-Sync, and 1 ms response times for $249 USD after coupon

It's one of the most affordable 27-inch monitors you can get when considering the size and long list of gaming-centric features included. Hopefully its colors and build quality will be up to snuff.

Allen Ngo, 21 Feb 2021 02:35

Samsung's Neo QLED TVs support AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and HDMI 2.1, making them perfect for gamers. (Image source: Samsung)

Samsung NEO QLED TVs: AMD FreeSync Pro support joins HDMI 2.1 compatibility for new Mini LED displays

Samsung has confirmed that its new Neo QLED mini LED TVs support AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, which should provide a tear-free experience when gaming. The TVs also support HDMI 2.1, meaning that they can output at up to 120 Hz.

Alex Alderson, 16 Feb 2021 21:40

HBO Max is coming to its first regions in 2021. (Source: Warner Media)

HBO Go will upgrade to HBO Max in 39 markets by June 2020; more to follow later

HBO Max is an upcoming streaming service from the TV studio in question, but also offers content from partners that range from DC to New Line. It will replace the existing Go product in many Latin and South America in June 2021, m...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 13 Feb 2021 17:40

Curved 32-inch Dell HDR monitor with QHD resolution, 165 Hz refresh rate, and FreeSync is down to just $324 after coupon (Source: Dell)

Deal | Curved 32-inch Dell HDR monitor with QHD resolution, 165 Hz refresh rate, and FreeSync is down to just $324 after coupon

The native 1440p resolution will pair perfectly with mid-range to high-end graphics cards even more so than 4K for gamers who prioritize frame rate over resolution. The sale price is attractive considering the large 32-inch screen...

Allen Ngo, 12 Feb 2021 07:06

The ViewSonic XG2705-2K has plenty of gaming features, despite its unassuming looks. (Image source: Viewsonic)

ViewSonic XG2705-2K: A 27-inch gaming monitor with thin bezels, a 144 Hz refresh rate, a 1440p native resolution and AMD FreeSync Premium support

The ViewSonic XG2705-2K may look unassuming, but it is very much a gaming monitor. The 27-inch monitor features an IPS panel capable of running natively at 1440p and 144 Hz, while supporting 1 ms response times and AMD FreeSync Pr...

Alex Alderson, 12 Feb 2021 01:24

Acer's latest financial figures are among its best for eight years

Acer has released its latest consolidated financial report, which covers January 2021. It includes revenues that are its highest "for the same period" since 2013. This performance is based on solid year-on-year (YoY) growth for th...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 08 Feb 2021 20:22