Samsung previews 22" transparent BLU LCD TV

Samsung has previewed a transparent display, the 22-inch BLU LCD TV, at the ongoing Society for Information Display conference. The television utilizes a transparent panel that is capable of operating without a backlight. The company showed the display in front of several plants, which can be seen through the LCD panel.

The transparent displays are expected to be aimed at commercial customers for advertising purposes, however consumer models are said to be on track to launch in the third quarter of the year. The company has yet to announce pricing information or further details.

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Acer unveils first 27-inch display with 3D over HDMI

Acer has announced the HN274H which it claims to be the first 3D 27-inch back-lit LED monitor equipped with FHD (Full HD) capabilities. The 1920�1080 resolution monitor can play 3D movies at 1080p. It uses NVIDIA's 3D Vision technology to supply the stereoscopic view over wireless glasses.

The response rate is 2ms response rate and the refresh rate is 120Hz. The monitor comes with an integrated IR emitter. This enables the viewer to connect to a set-top box or Blu-ray via HDMI and enjoy 3D broadcasting 3D movies. Other features include Acer's eColor Management to adjust the performance characteristics (brightness, saturation and contrast), and Adaptive Contrast Management (ACM) to dynamically adjust the contrast ratio.

The Acer HD274H will go on sale in the UK in May. Pricing is expected to be �499 ($826 USD). Pricing and availability for the US market has not yet been announced.

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AOC ships three thin Aire Black LED monitors

 Computer monitor maker AOC on Wednesday announced the release of three new displays as part of the Aire Black series. The LED screens are just half an inch thick and sport a Screen+ Feature, or the ability to divide the screen into four self-contained work areas. The Aire Black LEDs are available in the 20-inch e2043Fk, 22-inch e2243Fwk and 23-inch e2343Fk.

All three also have DVI-D inputs with HDCP encryption along with a 50,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio and a 5ms pixel response time. To keep prices down, they use TN panels instead of more color-rich PVA or IPS technology. They are also EPEAT Gold Certified and consumer just 15W of energy on average. In standby, power usage is reduced to 0.1W. VESA wall and arm mounts are built in.


The three are now shipping, with the 20-inch version priced at $129, the 22-inch model at $149 and the 23-inch edition at $179.

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HP puts out desktop LCDs with 1,000,000:1 contrast

HP today brought out four Compaq desktop displays aimed at business but with a view to features normally reserved for the home. At the top, the 20-inch LA2006x, 21.5-inch LA2206x and 23-inch LA2306x all have LED-backlit panels that, while lower color TN panels, produce very high 1,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio. They similarly have an uncommon flexibility that not only allows pivoting but lets them "hunch" for kids or unusual viewing positions.

The LA2006x is capped at a 1600x900 resolution where the larger two screens have native 1080p displays, but all three have DisplayPort, DVI and VGA connectors. HP gives them all USB hubs. They ship today at prices of $209, $245 and $279.

One budget model, the LE1901wl, caters to companies with legacy PCs or basic needs. The 19-inch, 1440x900 screen is still LED-lit but has a static 1,000:1 contrast ratio and uses just a VGA input. It arrives simultaneous with the LA series and will cost just $157.

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Dell ST2220 21.5-inch Multi-touch IPS LCD up for sale

Dell has made its new ST2220 21.5-inch Multi-touch LCD monitor available for sale at its online store. The monitor offers users a wide range of positions for varied styles of user interaction. It is also coated with an oleophobic protective layer that minimizes smudging so that users do not need to constantly wipe or clean the display after each use. As an IPS display, it also offers wide viewing angles of up to 178/178 degrees horizontally and vertically.

It is 1080p capable at 60Hz with a resolution of 1920x1080 and has a dynamic contrast ratio of 50,000:1. Brightness is 250 nits and its response time is 8ms. There a several different connectivity options including VGA, DVI-D, HDMI and USB.

Its touch capabilities include mouse functionality such as click, drag, double-click and right-click as well as supporting Windows 7 multi-touch gestures.

The Dell ST2220 is retailing for $310.

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Vizio uses Rose Bowl to tease an upcoming tablet device

Vizio has used this year�s Rose Bowl to tease an upcoming tablet device from the company, which better known for its LCD TV�s than computer-based products. Vizio chief sales officer Randy Waynick demonstrates the device in action around 15 secs into the chairman�s message that aired during the half-time break. In the video (included below) Waynick discusses Vizio�s desire to create products that deliver �entertainment freedom for all,� and the ability to view games on their LCD TVs or �any of their great new products, from anywhere�. While delivering his script, Waynick holds a tablet appearing to stream match content directly to the device.

While no details of the device, or when it might launch or for how much were provided, those with sharp eyes will note the controls at below the screen which provide the telltale hallmarks of an Android OS-based device.

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