Monitor

TCL concedes that the economic climate was not kind to the global TV market, one of the areas in which the OEM is best known, throughout 2022 thus far. Nevertheless, the company has now reported very healthy revenues and profits for the first half of this year (1H2022). It attributes much of this success to its growing reputation for mid- to upper-tier smart screen sales, as well as improving supply-chain conditions

AOC and Porsche Design have jointly introduced a new gaming monitor with an eye-catching design. Built using sandblasted aluminium, the AGON Pro PD27S has plenty of RGB lighting, along with a high refresh rate and colour-accurate IPS panel that measures 27-inches across.

AOC announces three monitors, further expanding its V5 series. Sold as the 24V5CW, Q27V5CW and CU34V5CW, the trio should be suitable for video conferencing thanks to their integrated webcams, which also support Windows Hello face recognition. AOC has equipped all three with USB Type-C ports too, among other features.

Xiaomi has announced that new electronics from 2 categories will hit the Indian market soon. The intriguingly-named Notebook Pro 120G will join a "series" of 4K smart TVs that, while new to this country, might be re-brands of products already on the Chinese market. Nevertheless, with the bezels and specs as advertised or hinted at thus far, prospective customers are unlikely to care all that much.

LG Display has showcased transparent OLED panels, another step in the advancement of the technology. Additionally, the display manufacturer has exhibited the world's largest OLED panel, which also has a 5.1 channel sound system built directly into the display.

At just under $130 USD, the Lepow C2 is one of the least expensive 15.6-inch 1080p IPS monitors you can find. Users can connect PCs, compatible smartphones, and even gaming systems via the integrated Mini-DP, HDMI, and Type-C ports.

Vincent Teoh from HDTVTest claims that the 240 Hz OLED display on the MSI Raider GE67 HX gaming laptop surpasses even the best plasma displays of yesteryear. Even though it is supplied by Samsung Displays, the 240 Hz panel doesn't use QD-OLED technology and has a few downsides.

MediaTek's latest Pentonic chipset has debuted with an emphasis on remote group-watching and group-calling use-cases. It also features the up-to-date specs and features required to enjoy 4K gaming and content in general. The 700 is also touted as being Wi-Fi 7-ready and supporting "powerful AI enhancements".

Samsung has introduced what could be its most impressive monitor to date. Launched as the Odyssey Ark, the gaming monitor has a 1000R curvature, a 55-inch panel, a 165 Hz refresh rate and support for AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, among other features.

LG is now offering its three latest UltraGear gaming monitors in Europe, just a week after confirming availability for the Eurozone. Shipping later this month, UltraGear 32GQ850, UltraGear 32GQ950 and UltraGear 48GQ900 are all available to pre-order now and will ship later this month. LG has decided to discount each monitor by a fair amount during their pre-order periods too.

With the Libero 27BQ70QC, LG has introduced a multi-use monitor that can be mounted in various ways. Also bundled with a detachable webcam, the Libero 27BQ70QC measures 27-inches across and outputs at 2.5K.

You may have heard of local dimming, but what about local refresh rate? Samsung has reportedly filed a patent that suggests this will become a possibility for the next generation of its displays. It outlines a method for creating a single panel split into multiple zones with different refresh rates, the current high-end 120Hz standard included.

LG has announced availability for its trio of UltraGear gaming monitors in the Eurozone. Already available in the US, the UltraGear 32GQ850, UltraGear 32GQ950 and UltraGear 48GQ900 all feature HDMI 2.1 connectivity and high refresh rate panels for use with current-generation consoles.

BenQ has unveiled the EX240N, a 24-inch gaming monitor that relies on a MOBIUZ VA panel. Running at 1080p and 165 Hz, the BenQ EX240N also offers 1 ms MPRT response times, AMD FreeSync Premium support and dual 2.5 W speakers, among other features.

The Geminos dual-screen desktop monitor from Mobile Pixels Inc is currently crowdfunding on Kickstarter. The gadget combines two 24-in 1080p backlit LED displays to create an angled surface. Other features of the device include a built-in HD webcam and speakers, plus a docking station that supports 100 W pass-through charging.

ASUS has introduced ROG Strix XG32UQ with a 4K resolution and a 160 Hz refresh rate. Available with AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and NVIDIA G-Sync support, the 32-inch gaming monitor also features 1 ms response times across its IPS panel with DisplayPort 1.4 and HDMI 2.1 connectivity.

AOC has introduced the V5 series, a set of monitors that the company markets for home users and students. Equipped with 3-sided borderless bezels, the AOC V5 series features USB Type-C connectivity with 65 W power delivery and 24-inch to 31.5-inch panels that offer Full HD to QHD resolutions. The AOC V5 series is orderable in multiple markets, starting at £189.99 and €239 in the UK and Eurozone, respectively.

Realme has introduced its first-generation desktop monitor, which ships with HDMI, USB Type-C and VGA connectivity. Available later this week for INR 10,999 (~US$138), the monitor will cost INR 12,999 (~US$165) after Realme's pre-sale period ends. The monitor also delivers 250 nits of peak brightness with a 1080p native resolution and a 75 Hz refresh rate.

Realme's inaugural monitor is set to launch formally during the OEM's main IoT ecosystem product launch of tomorrow (July 26, 2022). However, the full gamut of details on the inaugural external display - price included - are now out there due to its appearance on Flipkart in advance. The official leak reveals some specs that might prove gratifyingly up to date, whereas others may be less so.

LG has unveiled the 49WQ95C, another monitor that falls under its UltraWide brand. Equipped with a 49-inch Nano IPS panel, the LG 49WQ95C has plenty of connectivity to go with its high resolution and high refresh rate display.

Mounting two external displays onto your laptop sounds pretty cool on paper, but it can be a huge hassle in practice. The FOPO monitor extender is bogged down by its own awkward build and extensive cable requirements.

Gateway has just announced an inaugural all-in-one (AiO) desktop as its latest addition to its new Walmart-based line-up. It hits the sub-US$400 mark with its specs, which include Intel Pentium silicon and a ~24-inch IPS FHD display. Then again, it comes with its own mouse and keyboard in the box, as well as a year's worth of Microsoft 365 Personal access for free.

Corsair has introduced the XENEON 32UHD144 and XENEON 32QHD240, both 32-inch gaming monitors. Equipped with 4K and 2.5K panels respectively, both XENEON monitors support high refresh rates, have slim display bezels and are orderable now in multiple markets.

Realme has announced a date in July 2022 for its next multi-device Indian-market launch, strongly hinting at the arrival of the Pad X 5G as a headline moment. However, the OEM is also now teasing a completely new product to debut alongside it: its first ever monitor. It may emerge alongside some additional peripherals and a new wearable.

According to new reports, Apple has elected to postpone its next-generation external monitor until early 2023. Initially rumoured to arrive this year, the so-called Studio Display Pro may not directly replace the Pro Display XDR, despite featuring a ProMotion panel with Mini LED backlights like the MacBook Pro 14 and MacBook Pro 16.

AOC has revealed the Gaming U28G2XU2, a 28-inch monitor packed with gaming features. With a 144 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms GtG response times, the Gaming U28G2XU2 should be suitable for gamers of all kinds. The AOC Gaming U28G2XU2 will be orderable later this month in multiple markets.

Want to experience OLED without shelling for an expensive OLED laptop? The 15.6-inch Innocn OLED FHD monitor is now more affordable than ever if you're thinking about giving it a try.

RedMagic has introduced an eponymous gaming monitor, only released in China for now. While the RedMagic Gaming Monitor resembles many other gaming monitors, it has a few tricks up its sleeve, including Mini LED backlights. The RedMagic Gaming Monitor operates at 4K and 160 Hz too, making it suitable for fast-paced gaming.

Netflix has announced that it has partnered with Sennheiser to bring spatial audio to its platform. However, this new feature does presume that the individual user has a device that can support it. Accordingly, it should kick in automatically on many Apple products, although those from some other brands might require some adjustment.

ViewSonic is no stranger to making enterprise-grade LED displays of up to 216 inches in size for a standalone, plug-and-play installation experience. However, it claims to have outdone itself in this respect with the latest addition to its All-in-One Direct View series. It boasts the OEM's latest Chip-on-Board form of LED packaging, rated to make the resulting massive 4K panel brighter, finer and more durable than ever before.

Gigabyte has launched its S55U gaming monitor, with Newegg offering limited quantities of in the US. With a 55-inch panel operating at 4K and 120 Hz, the Gigabyte S55U masters current generation games consoles. The absence of DisplayPort connections is a shame, with four HDMI ports present instead.

Innocn's latest monitor has a lesser-spotted combination of a 43.8-inch length, a WFHD resolution and an aspect-ratio of 32:9. The resulting "Super Ultrawide" form-factor also has a 3-side-near-bezelless design, DisplayPort, HDMI and USB type-C connectivity. Accordingly, the OEM touts its new display as ideal for work, gaming and much more.

Sony has introduced the Inzone M3 and Inzone M9 with high refresh rate panels. Featuring designs that would fit nicely next to a PlayStation 5, the Inzone M3 and Inzone M9 are 27-inch gaming monitors that support DisplayPort 1.4 and HDMI 2.1, among other features.

Philips has introduced the 34E1C5600HE, a monitor designed to be used in a home office. With a 34-inch and 1500R display, the Philips 34E1C5600HE offers a 1440p resolution, a 100 Hz refresh rate and 300 cd/m² of peak brightness. The Philips 34E1C5600HE will be available next month for £479.99 in the UK and €619 in the Eurozone.

The Sony INZONE M3 and INZONE M9 gaming monitors have had their specs leaked before an expected unveiling at an upcoming showcase event. Along with that, the same source has offered up “around” prices for the INZONE M3 and INZONE M9, which apparently come with PlayStation 5 exclusive features.

OnePlus has indicated that it will add a new member to its Y series of TVs via Amazon.in soon. The Y1S Pro will ship with a 50-inch 4K screen on its release. It is also rated for HDR decoding, Dolby Audio and the latest in-house ecosystem features for homes containing other devices from the same brand.

Hisense has brought the A9H Smart TV to the UK, where it retails for £2,299. With a 65-inch OLED panel that outputs at 4K and 120 Hz, the Hisense A9H is ideal for gaming. Hisense has also included HDMI 2.1 ports with HDMI VRR for current-generation games console support. The Hisense A9H has 80 W speakers too, among other features.

Sony is expected to release two new “perfect for PlayStation 5” gaming monitors soon. It is believed the displays will be part of Sony’s INZONE series of accessories. Scant details about the Sony INZONE gaming monitors are currently available although one should support 4K at 144 Hz gaming while the other offers Full HD at 240 Hz.

ViewSonic has introduced the VX2418C, a curved gaming monitor operating at 1080p. Launching for €219, the ViewSonic VX2418C also has a 1500R curvature, a 165 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms response times.

AUO is alleged to be working on at least three new panel types for Esports gamers. Reputedly, the company is developing 4K/240 Hz and 2K/360 Hz options, plus a 540 Hz panel that would outpace ASUS's new ROG Swift 500 Hz.

Xiaomi's newest line of affordable smart TVs are now official. The Xiaomi TV A2 features a 4K HDR10 screen, 2 GB RAM, 16 GB internal storage and runs Android 10 out of the box. It will hit shelves on June 28 starting at €449.

BenQ has introduced the GW2480L with a 23.8-inch IPS panel. The BenQ GW2480L is already orderable in the US, where it retails for US$179.99. The monitor contains a few ports, including DisplayPort and HDMI connections.

Samsung has presented the ViewFinity S8 series in two sizes. To be available later this month, the S27B800PXE and S32B800PXE offer 4K native resolutions with up to 600 nits of peak brightness. Both monitors have numerous ports too, including a USB Type-C connection capable of recharging devices at up to 90 W.

The LG DualUp Monitor has just been announced in terms of pricing and availability for the US market. Its unusual name can be explained via its form-factor, which leads to an extremely rare 16:18 aspect-ratio and what the OEM calls a Square Double QHD (SDQHD) resolution, which allows the user to get 2 stacked 21.5-inch windows out of the same device. The DualUp also benefits from a USB type-C port and a flexible Ergo Stand.

LG needs to get used to the idea that it is not the sole OLED panel manufacturer, but this is good news for end users. This year's LG OLED TV models feature lower prices thanks to Samsung's new QD-OLED competition. Prices could continue to fall by next year when BOE is expected to launch its own OLED panels.

AOC has confirmed how much the AGON PRO AG344UXM will cost and when it will be available. The AGON PRO AG344UXM features a 34-inch IPS panel with Mini LED backlights, a 1440p native resolution and a 170 Hz refresh rate. The AGON PRO AG344UXM will be orderable from next month in multiple markets.

LG launched a new generation of its ultra-light Gram-series laptops in 2022. Now, their US-market variants are bundled with one of the OEM's portable monitors for a limited time. The +view accessory has dual USB type-C ports, an IPS panel with a WQXGA resolution and a normal price of US$350.

The LG UltraGear 48GQ900 is now available to order, but it will cost just as much as an LG C2 Smart TV with an advanced OLED evo panel. The UltraGear 48GQ900 also offers a 4K resolution, a 138 Hz refresh rate and excellent colour accuracy.

Philips has added another 23.8-inch professional monitor to its portfolio. The Philips 5000 24E1N5300HE has a 1080p resolution, a 75 Hz refresh rate and a built-in webcam that supports Windows Hello. The compact monitor will be available later this month alongside the Momentum 5000 27M1F5800.