Samsung today introduced the new Series 9 27-inch quad-HD monitor. The display features Samsung’s Plane Line Switching (PLS) panel technology, offering a quad high-definition resolution of 2560 x 1440. The Samsung Series 9 also has a built-in set of 7W speakers, an adjustable aluminum stand, several connectivity options (USB 2.0, DisplayPort, dual-link DVI, and HDMI connectors) and the new MHL standard, which allows you to connect this monitor to any compatible Android tablet or smartphone. The Samsung Series 9 27-inch quad-HD monitor will be released in March 2012 for $1,199.99. [CDR-info]
Philips has decided to release the G-Line 273G3D 27-inch 3D monitor in Asia Facific later this month. Designed for gamers and enthusiasts, the 3D monitor provides a full HD 1920×1080 pixels resolution, a 20,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, a 120Hz rate and a fast 2ms response time. The Philips G-Line 273G3D also has dual HDMI 1.4a ports that enable users to connect multiple devices to the monitor. Other specs include a VGA connection and active 3D wireless shutter glasses. No word on pricing so far. [PCLaunches]
Marshall Electronics has proudly introduced the world’s first autostereoscopic 3D 7-inch portable/ camera-top monitor at IBC 2011 in Amsterdam. Known as the ORCHID OR-70-3D, this glasses-free 3D monitor adopts the parallax barrier and lenticular hybrid technology that produces superior 3D images with 1600 x 600 screen resolution. You can use it as a camera viewfinder or a portable 3D production display. What’s more, the ORCHID OR-70-3D also supports 1/4″-20 mounting and large battery adapters for mobility and flexibility. Marshall Electronics will launch the ORCHID OR-70-3D on October 1st, 2011 for $7,899 a pop. [Press Release]
Designed with customer requests in mind, JVC’s new DT-3D24G1 24-inch 3D WUXGA monitor offers excellent image quality and a robust design suitable for a variety of applications. This high-quality monitor produces a 1920 x 1200 resolution, a 1,000:1 contrast ratio and a 16:10 aspect ratio. The company will launch the JVC DT-3D24G1 in Japan next month. Each purchase comes equipped with a free 3D RealD glasses. [Akihabara]
Dell’s UltraSharp U3011 widescreen flat panel monitor is now available for purchase. The 30-inch monitor comes with a resolution of 2560×1600, the IPL panel technology, a 16:10 wide aspect ratio, a 178-degree viewing angles, a 7ms of response time and a high brightness level of 370 cd/m2. The Dell UltraSharp U3011 also adopts the PremierColor technology. Additional specs include a DisplayPort, 2 DVI-D (dual links), two HDMI ports, a component connector, four USB 2.0 ports and a 7-in-1 media card reader, which will help in viewing data from peripheral devices. The Dell UltraSharp U3011 monitor retails for $1,499. [Press Release]
AOC is preparing to release two new LCD HDTV monitors to its range in the form of the 21.6-inch 2290Fwt and 23.6-inch 2490Fwt. These monitors feature a TN panel with 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution, 5ms response time, 300 cd/m2 brightness, 1000:1 contrast ratio, 10000:1 dynamic contrast ratio and a built-in TV tuner supporting PAL, SECAM and DVB-T signals. They also offer several connectivity ports including D-Sub, HDMI 1.3, SCART, S-Video, Composite and Component. The AOC 2290Fwt and 2490Fwt will go on sale in January 2010 for 219 Euro (about $315) and 249 Euro (about $358), respectively. Read more
LG has rolled out a new range of digital TV monitors called the M7WD series. These TV monitors are aimed at people that want to do multiple things with one display, including television, PC usage, high-def content and radio. Available in 22-inch and 19-inch sizes, the M7WDs boast 1920 x 1080 resolution with 20,000:1 digital fine contrast ratio and 5ms response times. Other features include a 170 degree viewing angle, 3W built-in stereo speakers along with numerous connection ports including SCART, DVI and HDMI. The M7WD series are in store now nationwide with the 22-incher coming in at around £200 ($297). [Product Page via TechDigest]
LG has just released in the UK a 38-inch M3800S-BN and 29-inch M2900S-BN stretch display monitor.They feature resolutions like 1,366 x 398 and 1,366 x 480, a 1,000:1 contrast ratio, 9-millisecond response time and a VGA input. Both can be displayed horizontally or vertically. No word on prices, but chances are they’ll be pretty high. [Pocket-lint]
