Yes, proving that there is indeed still a market for 4:3 aspect ratio 17 inch LCD monitors, NEC announces a new 17 inch model in the form of the MultiSync LCD175M. Designed primarily for business environments (you know.. IT, corporate, educational needs where large format 16:9 aspect ratios might not make sense), the LCD175M features an EPEAT Gold rating, ENERGY STAR 5.0, and TCO 5.0 compliance and comes with the following specs:

• 1000:1 contrast ratio
• 5ms response time
• 250 cd/m2 brightness
• 1280 x 1024 resolution
• Height adjust (50m) and tilt capabilities
• 50% less mercury content and power consumption than its predecessors
• Two-step ECO mode for power consumption
• Carbon footprint meter for tracking of carbon savings
• Downward-firing multimedia speakers with headphone jack
• Recycled plastic partially utilized in chassis structure

The MultiSync LCD175M will begin shipping this month for an estimated price of $179 dollars.

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The new Samsung 933HD+ and 2333HD LCD monitors deliver integrated HDTV functionality in desktop monitor form factors with features such as:

• Built-in digital TV tuner with optional cable or satellite connection
• Dynamic contrast ratio of 10,000:1 and a fast 5 ms response rate
• 1366 x 768 resolution for 19 inch 933HD+
• 1920 x 1080 resolution for 23 inch 2333HD
• Glossy black finish with rounded bottom edge and matching crystal-like acrylic bar
• 16:9 aspect ratio
• Settings such as brightness, backlight, and color effects can be customized with a touch of a key using the MagicColor, MagicBright, Color Effect and Image Size functions
• Up to two HDMI connections depending on the model
• Built-in stereo sound system
• 2333HD comes with Dolby Digital support
• Remote control

The Samsung 933HD+ has an estimated street price of $249.99 while the 2333HD has an estimated street price of $329.99.

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Looking to capitalize on the ever growing computer mobile market, Samsung introduces two LCD monitors today designed specifically to serve as secondary displays for notebook PCs – the Lapfit LD220G & LD190N. These monitors are designed to be portable (weigh less than 10 pounds) similar to how you might take your notebook PC with you wherever you go. Other conveniences include a built-in kickstand, a slim form factor, quick customizations at the touch of a key, and a low profile designed to stay level with a notebook PC.

Here’s a breakdown of the two monitors.

Lapfit LD190N:

• 1360 x 768 resolution
• 250 cd/m2 brightness
• Dynamic contrast ratio of 20,000:1
• 16:9 Aspect Ratio
• 5ms response time
• Low power consumption

Lapfit LD220G:

• 1920×1080 resolution
• 250 cd/m2 brightness
• Dynamic contrast ratio of 20,000:1
• 16:9 Aspect Ratio
• 5ms response time
• UbiSync technology for connectivity via USB – allows users to quickly plug-in and manage multiple monitors without using additional video cards or changing system settings
• USB hub
• Low power consumption

The new Lapfit monitors are available now with the Lapfit LD22G going for $249.99 and the Lapfit LD190N going for $149.99.

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New Consumer HP TouchSmart PCs:

In the desktop PC front, HP announces new TouchSmart PC models spanning 20 and 23 inch widescreen systems. The new models include the HP TouchSmart 300 and the HP TouchSmart 600 – both of which feature:

• Supports either HD capable or HD widescreen display with a multitouch enabled screen
• Features exclusive “built-for-touch” applications including Hulu Desktop, touch-enabled Netflix app, Twitter app, Rhapsody app, Pandora Internet radio, TouchSmart RecipeBox, TouchSmart Live TV app, TouchSmart Canvas APp, and TouchSmart Link
• New swivel stand and tilt webcam
• Meets ENERGY STAR 5.0

The TouchSmart 300 will have a starting price of $899 and will be available on November 1st. The TouchSmart 600 will have a starting price of $1049 and will be available on October 22nd.

On the consumer mobile front, HP announces the multitouch-enabled TouchSmart tx2 notebook PC with features such as:

• Tablet PC capabilities
• Multitouch support within HP MediaSmart
• Features most of the same apps found on HP TouchSmart PCs as well as exclusive touch-enabled games and Corel Painter Sketch Pad
• Weighs 4.65 pounds
• 12.1 inch WGXA HD HP LED widescreen integrated touch-screen convertible display
• AMD Turion dual core processors
• Glossy HP Imprint finish with titanium color “Reaction” pattern
• Enjoy the notebook in three modes – PC, display, and tablet
• Rechargeable digital ink pen
• Starting price of $799 and available on October 22nd

Consumers aren’t the only ones to enjoy new HP multitouch-enabled products. The company announces the industry’s only full-featured, all-in-one multitouch-enabled business PC – the HP TouchSmart 9100 Business PC. Features include:

• Supports Intel Core 2 Duo processor
• Windows 7 Professional
• Up to 8GB of RAM
• Up to 500GB HDD or optional 64GB SSD
• NVIDIA GeForce G200 integrated graphics or upgrade to NVIDIA GeForce GT230 discrete graphics using Mobile Express Module (MXM) graphics slot
• Optional wall mount adapter attaches the PC to a VESA wall mount or a VESA compatible articulating arm
• Firewire output
• DVI output
• Optional wireless keyboard and mice
• Optional Blu-ray combo optical drive
• ENERGY STAR qualified and EPEAT Silver registered
• Starting price of $1299 and available in December

Finally, HP announces their first fully interactive 42 inch HD digital signage display – the HP LD4200tm. The display utilizes infrared technology to recognize multitouch gestures for on-screen interaction. Features include:

• 1920 x 1080 full HD resolution
• 178 x 178 degree viewing angle
• Designed to run 24/7 with low power usage
• MSRP of $2799 and will be available in December

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I’ve been a fan of HP LCD monitors for several years now thanks in so small part to my current 22 incher sitting in the home office – the HP w2207 LCD monitor. So you can imagine my excitement to hear that HP has a new 27 incher available now called the HP 2709m. Ahh.. if I could only warrant upgrading to a 27 inch monitor in the home office right about now.

Specs and features include:

• 27 inch diagonal widescreen Thin Film Transistor LCD active display
• 1920 x 1080 resolution
• 1,000:1 contrast ratio or 30,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio
• 3ms gray to gray response time
• 400 nits of brightness
• 0.311 mm pixel pitch
• Integrated speakers – 2 Watts per channel
• VGA, DVI-D with HDCP, HDMI with HDCP
• Measures 26.43 x 18.45 x 8.41 inches

Yes – a thing of beauty of you ask me. Unfortunately you’ll need to fork over $499.99 for this 27 incher.. Yeah.. I’ll need to wait a bit for the price to fall before upgrading to this one.

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Gateway also announced a new lineup of inexpensive high definition LCD displays called the FHD Series. The new displays have a new stylish design along with edge-to-edge screens, a black bezel, metallic silver highlights, and an L shaped stand. Other common features and specs include:

• 16:9 aspect ratio
• 1920 x 1080 resolution
• High contrast ratios
• Fast response times
• 300 cd/m2 brightness
• Card reader
• 170 degree horizontal viewing angle
• 160 degree vertical viewing angle
• VGA, HDMI, and DVI with HDCP input
• Two built-in speakers

The FHD is available in 21.5 inch, 23 inch, and 24 inch display sizes. Two of the configurations are below:

Gateway FHD2102

• MSRP: $199^.99
• 21.5-inch Widescreen
• 1920×1080 Maximum Resolution
• 60Hz (Maximum) Refresh Rate
• 5ms Response Time
• 20000:1 Max (Dynamic) Contrast Ratio
• 300cd/m2 Brightness
• 170° (H)/160° (V) Viewing Angles
• 16.7 Million Colors
• 6 + Hi-FRC Bits
• Inputs: 1x HDMI, 1x DVI-D (HDCP), 1x VGA, 1 USB hub
• (2) 2 W Speakers
• Energy Star Compliant

Gateway FHD2402

• MSRP: $269^.99
• 24-inch Widescreen
• 1920×1080 Maximum Resolution
• 60Hz (Maximum) Refresh Rate
• 2ms Response Time
• 40000:1 Max (Dynamic) Contrast Ratio
• 300cd/m2 Brightness
• 170° (H)/160° (V) Viewing Angles
• 16.7 Million Colors
• 6 + Hi-FRC Bits
• Inputs: 1x HDMI, 1x DVI-D (HDCP), 1x VGA, 1 USB hub
• (2) 2 W Speakers
• Energy Star Compliant

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Acer introduces a new “premium display” today called the H235H. Featuring a new industrial design, the H235H has the following specs:

• 23 inch widescreen display
• 16:9 aspect ratio
• 1920 x 1080 resolution
• VGA, DVI w/HDCP, and HDMI inputs
• 2ms response time
• 300 cd/m2 brightness
• 100,000:1 max (ACM) contrast ratio
• 160 degree viewing angle
• 16.7 million color support
• Built-in stereo speakers
• 100mm VESA mount compatible

The H235H will be available in July – no word on the price as of yet.

UPDATED June 28th with a picture from Crave

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Other features of the MDT521S include:

• Built-in CAT5 receiver with video and RS-485 serial control signals capable of being delivered simultaneously over the same CAT5 cable
• Narrow aluminum bezel which helps to minimize distortion in tiled installations
• Supports tiling up to 25 displays in 5 x 5 arrangement
• Allows for landscape or portrait display
• Programmable scheduling and multi-level screen saver functions
• 1920 x 1080 resolution
• 700 cd/m2 brightness
• 2000:1 contrast ratio
• 8ms response time
• NTSC, PAL, SECAM support
• Picture in picture, picture out of picture, and side by side image configuration
• VESA compliant

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The new VG27 series are also eco-friendly as both monitors are Energy Star certified and offer an ECO mode which can save up to 40 % in energy consumption.

Other specs include:

• Height and tilt adjustments
• 360 degree swivel base
• Built-in stereo speakers with support for SRS Premium Sound technology

The VG2027wm specs include:

• 1600 x 900 resolution
• 170 degree horizontal viewing angle and 160 degree vertical viewing angle
• 5ms response time
• 50,000 hour light source

The VG2427wm specs include:

• 1920 x 1080 resolution
• 170 degree horizontal viewing angle and 160 degree vertical viewing angle
• 5ms response time
• 50,000 hour light source

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Looking to get a little green with your desktop computer monitor? Check out NEC’s latest eco-friendly LCD monitor – the 22 inch MultiSync E222W. The display features several “green” initiatives including:

• New ECO Mode which helps reduce power consumption and heat generation
• Intelligent Power Management (IPM) and an off timer to also help reduce power consumption and carbon dioxide emissions
• New Carbon Footprint Meter which allows users the ability to track their carbon footprint savings
• Recycled packaging materials

Specs to the MultiSync E222W include:

• 1680 x 1050 resolution
• 16:10 aspect ratio
• 250 cd/m2 brightness
• 5ms response time
• 4 way ergonomic stand with 110 mm height-adjust, tilt, swivel, and pivot
• Energy Star 5.0 and EPEAT Silver compliant
• 50% less power consumption and mercury content
• 5 setting Dynamic Video Mode (standard, text, movie, game, photo)
• Multi-directional OSD NaViKey
• HDCP
• NaViSet administrator software for centralized control

The MultiSync E222W will be available in July for an estimated price of $269.

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For the LD190G:

• 18.5 inch wide display
• 1360 x 768 resolution
• 250cd/m2 brightness
• 20,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio
• 5ms response time
• 170 degree horizontal viewing angle
• 160 degree vertical viewing angle
• 16.7 million colors supported
• Analog RGB and USB video signal support

And for the LD220G:

• 21.5 inch wide display
• 1920 x 1080 resolution
• 300cd/m2 brightness
• 30,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio
• 5ms response time
• 170 degree horizontal viewing angle
• 160 degree vertical viewing angle
• 16.7 million colors supported
• Analog, USB video signal

Via DisplayLink Press Release

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Samsung announced their latest desktop LCD monitors today in the form of the new 70 Series consisting of the P2070, P2370, and P2370HD LCD displays. All three monitors feature a slim profile (with the P2070 and P2370 having a screen depth of 30mm while the P2370HD has a screen depth of 65.5mm) and Samsung’s Touch of Color (ToC) design.

One new feature found on the 70 Series is the “Starlight Touch Controls” which integrate On Screen Display (OSD) buttons directly into the bezel in the form of touch controls. No more recessed or pronounced looking buttons here.

Specs for the new monitors are as follows:

• 50,000:1 contrast ratio
• 1920 x 1080 resolution (except for the P2070 which has a resolution of 1600 x 900)
• 2 ms (GTG) video response time (5 ms for the P2370HD)
• Reduced power consumption
• Touch of Color design
• VOC-free Crystal-like bezel frame for reduced glare
• Starlight Touch Controls
• Built-in 1080p digital HDTV tuner; 5ms video response time and HDMI input for the P2370HD model

No word on pricing.

Here are pics of the 2370:

Here are pics of the 2370HD:

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Akihabara News reports that Samsung has introduced their new Touch of Color SyncMaster 70 series of LCD displays in Korea. The notable feature on these displays? 33 percent less power consumption than typical LCD displays. Other specs include 50,000:1 contrast ratio and 2ms response times. Sorry.. as usual, the models are NOT part of the package. I know.. bummer.

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Specs to the 460UT series include:

• 700 nits of brightness
• 1366 x 768 resolution
• 3000:1 contrast ratio
• Built-in video wall processor with natural view mode
• DID panel technology
• Integrated network PC with Samsung’s exclusive MagicInfo Content Management & Delivery solution (460UTn only)
• UD (Ultra Definition) Software allows for the creation of a video wall (up to 250 displays) running from a single PC with flexibility to manipulate content in real-time (460UTn-UD only)
• 8 ms Response Time
• Full PC- and video-connectivity

The new monitors will be available through Samsung retailers and distribution channels. No word on pricing.

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Targeting digital imaging professionals and enthusiasts, JVC announces their latest full HD LCD TV monitor – the 42 inch LT-42WX70. What makes this display ideal for digital imaging folks out there? It’s all in the colors. According to JVC, the LT-42WX70 provides accurate reproductions of “both video and still photographs”.  Making this possible is the displays support for a much wider color gamut than it typically found in today’s HDTV sets. The super slim display supports 100 percent of the HDTV broadcasting (sRGB.904) color space and 96 percent of the Adobe RGB color space. Not too shabby for an LCD display eh?

Other features of the JVC LT-42WX70 include the following:

• 52 picture quality adjustment properties
• GENESSA Picture Engine
• Color modes include Wide (the TV’s color space), Normal (ITU-R BT.709; HDTV standards), x.v.Color (xvYCC extended gamut), sRGB (same primaries as HDTV) and Adobe RGB.
• Real Bit Driver processes in 12-bit, and so up-converts 8-bit HD broadcasting and DVD signals or 10-bit Blu-ray signals into 12-bit Deep Color signals
• 120Hz Clear Motion Drive III reduces blurring
• 3D real time, motion-estimated Hadamard noise reduction
• Curved pedestal-style stand which you can dock a separate available tuner
• The low profile tuner can be placed either horizontally or vertically, or hung on the wall
• ENERGY STAR 3.0 rating
• Three HDMI CEC terminals
• D-Sub 15 with component video, and an audio input jack

The JVC LT-42WX70 will be available in April – no word on pricing as of yet.

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ViewSonic announced two new displays today – the CD4230 ultra-thin bezel commercial display and the VTMS2431 LCD HDTV with multimedia support. Both panels will join ViewSonic’s digital signage family and will be on display at the Digital Signage Expo. Here’s what you need to know about each model:

ViewSonic CD4230:

• Measures 13.77m thin
• 42 inch commercial display
• 500 nits of brightness
• 1500:1 contrast ratio
• RS-232 daisy chain capable
• DVI and VGA port
• VESA mount compatible with carrying handles

ViewSonic VTMS2431:

• ViewSonic’s first LCD HDTV with internal media player
• 24 inch display
• 1080p resolution
• Integrated ATSC/NTSC/QAM tuner
• USB port
• RS-232 port allows users to control it remotely

Now as far as availability is concerned, both panels will be coming out in the second quarter with the CD4230 priced at around $1999 and the VTMS2431 priced at $449.

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Here are the specs for each model. For the LDTV146:

• 46 inch display
• 500cd/m2 brightness
• 1920 x 1080 resolution
• 120Hz response time
• 2 S-Video, 1 Component Video, 4 HDMI
• Internal 10W x 2 speakers
• Measures 42 x 28 x 11.2 inches and weighs 61.7 lbs

For the LDTV152:

• 52 inch display
• 500 cd/m2 brightness
• 1920 x 1080 resolution
• 120Hz response time
• 2 S-Video, 1 Component, 4 HDMI inputs
• Internal 10W x 2 speakers
• Measures 47.7 x 31.2 x 14.1 inches and weighs 72.8 lbs

Both models are available now with the LDTV146 priced at $2995 and the LDTV152 priced at $3995.

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Sony’s new 11 inch OLED TV (XEL-1) is now available for purchase at the SonyStyle website. Things you need to know about the new “Organic Panel” TV – it measures 11 inches diagonally; it’s incredibly beautiful; and.. it’s incredibly expensive at $2499.99. Yes.. you read me correct – $2499.99.

AND.. I’m not kidding when I say this display is beautiful. Actually it’s gorgeous. We saw the displays at CES 2009 and colors absolutely pop out from the display. If they were only cheaper and larger..

Here’s the lowdown on the specs:

• Measures 3mm thin
• 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio
• Sony Super Top Emission technology intensifies brightness and efficiency
• 105 percent of the NTSC color space
• Fast response time
• High brightness
• Consumes 40 percent less power than conventional 20 inch LCD panels
• 960 x 540 resolution with the same pixel density as a 40 inch 1080p LCD TV
• Dolby Digital support
• 1 optical audio input, 2 HDMI inputs with support for 1080p/60, 1 RF connector
• Memory Stick media slot

Yup – a very sweet display indeed. However, let’s be real for a second here. Despite the gorgeous screen, we certainly can’t recommend this display to anyone right now – simply because the price is just way too high (unless of course money is no object to you). Give it a few years though. OLED displays will slowly come down to earth as manufacturers figure out how to make larger displays at lower costs.

I’ll end things off with pictures that we took of the display at CES 2009. Again – these stills don’t fully express how beautiful the panels really are. OLEDs are our future!

Here are pictures of larger OLED display from Sony (prototypes of course)

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The H233H’s specs are as follows:

• 23 inch widescreen display
• 0.265mm Pixel Pitch
• 1920×1080 (Native and Maximum) Resolution
• 75Hz (Maximum) Refresh Rate
• 5ms Response Time
• 40000:1 Max (ACM) Contrast Ratio
• 300cd/m2 Brightness
• 160° (H)/160° (V) Viewing Angles
• 16.7 Million Colors
• 6 + Hi-FRC Bits
• 1x HDMI, 1x DVI (HDCP), 1x VGA Inputs
• (2) 1.5 W Speakers
• VESA 100MM Wall Mount
• Internal Power Supply
• Energy Star Compliant

The H233H will have an MSRP of $229.99 which means you should be able to pick up this display for less than that – even bordering sub-$200 dollars.

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I’ve never truly been wow’d by 3D displays but ViewSonic has something cool up their sleeves with their new FuHzion 120Hz display – the 22 inch VX2265wm. With a 120Hz frame rate and a 3ms video response time, the VX2265wm delivers a great flicker-free experience – whether you’re playing games or watching video in 2D or 3D. Couple the system with the NVIDIA 3D Vision Kit and you’ll certainly be amazed by what this monitor can deliver – even if the game isn’t necessarily 3D enabled.

I usually get slightly nauseous when viewing 3D displays but this new ViewSonic display is certainly something special. Other specs to the VX2265wm include:

• 1680 x 1050 resolution
• Dual link DVI-D and analog VGA inputs
• OnView controls
• SRS WOW HD sound
• High quality stereo speakers
• Windows Vista certified
• 1000:1 contrast ratio
• 300 cd/m2 brightness
• price of around $349

Oh yes – ViewSonic also has a 3D capable projector called the PJD6220-3D. You can use the same 3D glasses with this bad boy too. The projector will go for around $1799.

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