Dell today rolled out their new entry level LCD screens in the form of the 19-inch S1909WX and the 17-inch S1709W. Both LCDs provide 16:10 ratio, 1440×900 resolution and a detachable stand that allows users to use a VESA mount for display arms or walls. The Dell S1909WX boasts a 1,000:1 contrast ratio, 300cd/m2 brightness, with an HDCP-supporting DVI input providing video. Meanwhile the Dell S1709W features a VGA connector, a 600:1 contrast ratio and 250cd/m2 brightness for its smaller panel. The S1909WX retails for $199 and the S1709W is priced at only $179. [Electronista]
Dell has rolled out their new LCD Monitor to the market. Known as the S2309W, the monitor features 16:9 aspect ratio, 1,920 x 1,080 resolution, 1,000:1 contrast ratio, a quick 5ms response time, and 300cd/m2 brightness. No info on pricing and availability at this time. Too bad, the Dell S2309W LCD Monitor does not have HDMI port and only provides DVI and VGA ports. [Electronista]
I think I will spend all day on this Ultimate Office Computer Setup. Dubbed as the Cocoon, the computer setup consists of a 24-inch Intel iMac, 15-inch MacBook Pro, Mac Pro with six LCD monitors, several PCs, and a couple of Kinesis Freestyle keyboards. The six LCD screens consists of four HPs, one ViewSonic, and a 30-inch Apple Cinema Display. The system is powered by two APC uninterrupted power supplies. [Tuaw]
Toshiba will release not one but five full HD LCD TVs to the market known as the Regza ZH7000, Z7000, FH7000, H7000 and C7000. The Toshiba Regza ZH7000 Series wil be available in November 2008 and will come in 42inch, 46inch and 52inch sizes. The LCD screen sports Full HD resolution (1,920 x 1,080), 300GB hard drive, Digital TV tuner, four HDMI inputs and built-in 2 x 10w speakers. You should have around €2,500 to €3,500 to purchase the ZH7000 Series. Sadly, there is no further info about the other series. But, I am sure these HDTVs are expensive. Stay tuned for more updates. [UberGizmo]
Iiyama has rolled out its 25.5 inch widescreen LCD display for entertainment purpose in the Japanese market. The ProLite E2607WS LCD monitor offers several cool specifications including 1,920 x 1,200 WUXGA resolution, 1,000:1 contrast ratio, a fast 2ms response time and 300cd/m2 brightness level. The LCD screen is priced at around $500. [AVING]
It seems that Dell is serious in the HDTV LCD monitor market. The company has recently released a new 24 inch 16:9 display in the form of the Dell S2409W. It supports 1920 x 1080 resolution, contrast ratio of 1000:1, horizontal/vertical viewing angles of 160° / 170° and has HDMI, DVI and VGA connections. The Dell S2409W retails for $349. [UberGizmo]
LG Electronics is ready to launch the new W2284F-PF 22-inch monitor on August 29th, 2008 in Japan. The LCD screen offers a superb 30,000:1 contrast ratio, so you will be able to watch your favorite movies even under the sunlight. The LG W2284F-PF adopts “f-Engine” chip that produces a superior image quality. The monitor also supports 1,680 x 1,050(WSXGA+) resolution, 300 cd/m² brightness, and a quick 2ms response time. Unfortunately, there is no word on pricing at this time. [AVING]
NEC today rolled out two new MultiSync monitors, known as the 32 inch MultiSync LCD3215 and the 42 inch MultiSync LCD4215. Both LCD screens offer 1,366 x 768 resolution, 500 cd/m2 brightness level, 800:1 contrast ratio, DVI with HDCP, 4×4 TileMatrix capabilities, and landscape and portrait orientation. Other features include 15-pin D-Sub, Component Video, Composite Video, and S-Video. The LCD3215 and LCD4215 are priced at $1,199 and $1,699, respectively. [Krunker]
LG is currently developing small circular and elliptical LCD screens. The 1.4 inch circular-shaped LCD measures 35.5 mm in diameter, while the 6 inch elliptical LCD measures 78.8mm in height and 131.4mm wide. Both display screens offer up to 262,000 colors and 160-degree viewing angle. These new technology will be used for mobile phones and watches in the future. [Akihabara]
