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Asus Unveils Factory Calibrated PA249Q ProArt Monitor

Posted 04/16/2013 at 10:54am | by Paul Lilly

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There's no need to fuss with the PA249Q's calibration controls, Asus claims.

Most monitors can benefit from a burn-in period and custom calibration, some needing more than others. This is especially true if you require pinpoint color accuracy for photography chores or other professional work, so it's always nice when a company can deliver a panel that's ready to go right out of the box. Such is the claim Asus makes with its new PA249Q ProArt Series display, a professional 24-inch monitor that comes pre-calibrated from the factory "for uncompromised color precision."

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Acer Announces Slimmed Down B6 and V6 Series Displays

Posted 04/04/2013 at 10:26am | by Paul Lilly

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The new B6 and V6 monitors come in a wide variety of sizes.

Acer is attempting to offer a little something for everyone in announcing its new B6 and V6 Series of LED-backlit monitors. These displays range in size from just 17-inches all the way up to 27 inches, all of which sport a slimmer chassis than the prior generation of monitors, Acers says. They also come in a variety of panel types, including in-plane switching (IPS), vertical alignment (VA) and twisted nematic (TN).

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NEC's 29-inch EA294WMI Monitor Carries an Ultra Wide Load

Posted 04/01/2013 at 9:16am | by Paul Lilly

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NEC's newest panel features a 21:9 aspect ratio.

Ever wonder what would happen if you took a typical widescreen monitor and stretched out the sides until you're left with a 21:9 aspect ratio? To find the answer, just take a peek at NEC's new 29-inch EA294WMi. It's an ultra-wide display with LED backlighting and an elongated IPS panel with a slim profile, full ergonomics, and plenty of connectivity options. With split-screen Picture by Picture/Side by Side (PBP) functionality, NEC is pitching this as an alternative to dual monitors.

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Asus ET2300 All-in-One PC Review

Posted 03/15/2013 at 4:04pm | by Michael Brown

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Mostly evolutionary

The concept of the desktop PC that folds flat like a tabletop is catching on. HP was first, with its Z1 workstation, but Lenovo brought the technology to consumer all-in-ones with its very sexy IdeaCentre A720. Now Asus has adopted the idea for its new ET2300 series (we reviewed the model ET2300INTI-B022K).

Note: This review was taken from the January issue of the magazine.

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Acer's H6 Series Monitors Tout Zero Frame Construction

Posted 02/19/2013 at 6:29am | by Paul Lilly

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Acer's new monitors are available in 21.5-inch and 23-inch models.

Acer on Tuesday announced that it is now offering its H6 Series LED-backlit displays to consumers in the U.S. The big feature Acer is pimping is "zero frame construction," which the company says adds to the aesthetics, especially when using multiple monitors simultaneously, including video walls. Acer's new monitors also feature IPS panels and Full HD 1080p resolution support.

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Dell Adds Ultra Wide Monitor to Refreshed UltraSharp Line

Posted 02/12/2013 at 11:59am | by Paul Lilly

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Dell says it's new UltraSharp monitors offer true-to-life color without the need for extensive calibration.

While Michael Dell and his investment partners try to complete a $24.4 billion takeover bid for the company he created, it's business as usual for Dell, which today announced the availability of three refreshed UltraSharp monitors. The new 30-inch U3014, 27-inch U2713H, and 24-inch U2413 all feature 12-bit panels and PremierColor technology, which is supposed to offer color accuracy, precision, and performance straight out of the box.

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CES 2013: HP Readies Line of Affordable Touch Laptops and IPS Monitors [Video]

Posted 01/08/2013 at 3:45pm | by Paul Lilly

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HP is putting together a line of cost friendly touch-enabled laptops built around AMD.

The name of the game is affordability, and Hewlett-Packard is trying to win with a line of touch-enabled laptops that won't break the bank. The same is true of a new family of IPS monitors. As for the laptops, HP has chosen AMD as its running mate in the low(er) cost touch arena, which is not the least bit surprising when you look at AMD's track record in competing on the budget end. We had a chance to speak with a couple of HP reps about their products.

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LG to Demo UltraWide IPS Monitors at CES

Posted 01/02/2013 at 9:27am | by Paul Lilly

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LG UltraWide

LG will attempt to get the UltraWide display party started at CES.

The annual Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas is coming up next week, and in the meantime, companies are having a tough time keeping products under wraps. One of the things that will be on display at CES is a premium IPS monitor lineup from LG. What makes LG's monitors stand out from the crowd, however, is that at least one will feature an UltraWide panel with a 21:9 aspect ratio.

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Samsung Unveils Touchscreen Monitor for Windows 8

Posted 01/01/2013 at 8:10am | by Paul Lilly

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Two of the three monitors Samsung is bringing to CES will feature touchscreen panels.

Samsung will be attending the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas later this month, and we've been given a heads up to at least three products the company plans to bring with it. Two of them are new additions to its lineup of premium monitors, including the Series 7 SC770 Touch Monitor and Series 7 SC750 with 90 degrees of pivoting posture. The third monitor that will be on display is the Series 9 S27B970 for professionals.

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HP Omni 27-1015T Review

Posted 11/27/2012 at 3:38am | by Michael Brown

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Has HP lost its touch?

We used to get excited when HP would send us its latest all-in-one. Each new model seemed to add some cool innovation or new feature that no other manufacturer had. The Omni 27-1015T has us wondering if the all-in-one pioneer has tired of pushing the envelope.

HP needs to move the power button off the top of its all-in-one PCs; it’s too easy to accidently turn the machine off while adjusting the angle of the display.

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There's no need to fuss with the PA249Q's calibration controls, Asus claims.

The new B6 and V6 monitors come in a wide variety of sizes.

NEC's newest panel features a 21:9 aspect ratio.

Mostly evolutionary

Acer's new monitors are available in 21.5-inch and 23-inch models.

Dell says it's new UltraSharp monitors offer true-to-life color without the need for extensive calibration.

HP is putting together a line of cost friendly touch-enabled laptops built around AMD.

LG will attempt to get the UltraWide display party started at CES.

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