
I-O Data is about to launch a new LCD monitor for the Japanese market called the LCD-DTV244XBR. This new 23.6-inch LED-backlight monitor provides 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution, 1000:1 contrast ratio, 300 cd/m2 brightness and 5ms response time, and comes with a built-in digital TV tuner. The monitor also features two built-in 3W stereo speakers and a number of connectivity ports including HDMI, mini D-Sub, Composite and S-Video. The LCD-DTV244XBR will begin shipping in Japan from late February for around 29,800 Yen (about $388). [I-O Data]

The ViewSonic VX2336s-LED is a 23-inch Full HD widescreen monitor that provides a 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution. The monitor adopts the company’s SuperClear IPS technology that offers both vertical and horizontal viewing angles as wide as 178 degrees. The ViewSonic VX2336s-LED also features a 250 cd/m2 brightness, a 1000:1 typical contrast ratio, a 20,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, a 6ms response time, DVI-D and VGA inputs and an Eco-mode. You can purchase the ViewSonic VX2336s-LED 23-inch Full HD widescreen monitor for $299.99. [Product Page]

HP is set to drop another budget-friendly LCD monitor ‘LV2011′ for the mass market. This new 20-inch LED-backlit monitor provides 1600 x 900 native resolution, 3,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 200 cd/m2 brightness and 5ms response time, and features a VGA connector. The LV2011 will start shipping from February for a retail price of $135. [HP]

If you are searching for a new LCD monitor, then check out the HP Compaq LE2002xm. This 20-inch LED-backlit LCD monitor supports up to 1600×900 pixel resolution with a 170 degrees of viewing angle, a 16:9 aspect ratio, a 5ms response time, a 250 nits brightness and a 3M:1 dynamic contrast ratio. Other specs include DVI-D and VGA inputs, on-screen controls, integrated rear firing speakers and a cable management. The HP Compaq LE2002xm retails for $155 with a three year warranty. [Product Page]

Here comes another newly released LCD monitor from iiyama, the ProLite X2377HDS-B. Featuring an IPS panel, this new 23-inch LED-backlit monitor supports 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution and provides 1000:1 contrast ratio, 250 cd/m2 brightness, 5ms response time and 178/178 degree viewing angles. The monitor also comes with two built-in 2W stereo speakers and has DVI-D, mini D-Sub and HDMI connectors. The ProLite X2377HDS-B sells for 22,800 Yen (about $293). [iiyama]

Century is about to release their newest LCD monitor ‘LCD-8000DA’ for the Japanese market. This 8-inch LED-backlight monitor provides 1024 x 768 native resolution, 700:1 contrast ratio and 300 cd/m2 brightness. In addition, it also comes with a built-in 0.5W mono speaker and has a number of connectivity ports including DVI, RCA, AUX IN and USB. The LCD-8000DA will go on sale from December 9th for around 19,800 Yen (about $254) and comes bundled with an AC adapter. [Product Page]

Acer America today introduced the Acer HR274H 27-inch 3D monitor. What makes this monitor interesting is that it features Acer’s innovative chip-based solution, which can convert any 2D content to 3D, allowing you to watch your favorite movies, videos, photos and games in 3D. The Acer HR274H 27-inch 3D monitor produces a 1920 x 1080 resolution, which is perfect for full HD gaming and widescreen movie playback. You can connect any 3D-enabled PC, Blu-ray player, gaming console or DSLR camera into this 3D monitor via an HDMI cable connection. The Acer HR274H 27-inch 3D monitor is priced at $599. [Engadget]

Mitsubishi is set to drop another LCD monitor ‘RDT1712L’ for the Japanese market. As part of the Diamondcrysta series, this new 17-inch monitor makes use of a TN panel and provides 1280 x 1024 native resolution, 800:1 contrast ratio, 240 cd/m2 brightness, 5ms response time and 170/160 degree viewing angles. In terms of connectivity ports, it comes with mini D-Sub. The RDT1712L will go on sale from December 2nd for unannounced price yet. [Product Page]

AOC has unveiled the 23-inch Aire Pro IPS (In-Plane Switching) monitor. Measuring 9.6mm thin, the Aire Pro features an aspect ratio of 16:9, a brightness level of 250cd/m², a dynamic contrast ratio of 50,000,000:1 and a 5ms response time. The monitor provides a pair of HDMI ports, making it easy to connect the monitor directly to your Blu-Ray player or gaming console. What’s more, the Aire Pro also has illuminated soft-touch controls on the front of its base, a user-friendly graphical OSD menu and embedded Screen+ software that allows you to divide the screen into four self-contained work areas for added productivity. The Aire Pro monitor (i2353Ph) retails for $199 a pop. [Engadget]

Acer has rolled out the new N230HML 23-inch LCD monitor. It is capable of displaying full HD resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels with a 250cd/m2 brightness level, a 5ms response time, a 12,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, a USB 2.0 port and a pair of HDMI ports. What’s more, there is also an integrated TV tuner. If you are interested, you can buy the Acer N230HML for $313. [TCMagazine]