Together with the Business series, Acer launched also the elegant Value LCD monitor series destined for everyday use and available at an affordable price.
According to the company, Acer V series “meet the highest safety and reliability standards for the most comfortable and productive viewing” and come in dimensions ranging between 17 inches and 24 inches, and 4:3, 16:10 formats.

If you press the button from the bottom of the LCD display the screen detaches from the base and you can pack it and carry with you anywhere you go.

Contrast ratios range from 2,000:1 to 3,000:1 and the monitors also have fast response times of 5 ms, while the brightness is of up to 400 cd/m2.
The Acer eColor Management technology encountered at the B monitor series, is available also in the Value series and it is meant to adapt the screen to environment changes such as the light conditions and allow the user set the viewing preferences like Standard Mode, Text Mode, Graphics Mode or User Modes, the latter providing some basic settings for personalization.

Acer Adaptive Contrast Management is a system in charge with the adjustment of the contrast ratio for extra sharpness. The technology accomplishes this by analyzing each image frame and enhancing color rendering.
Another technology adopted by both B and V LCD monitors is Acer eDisplay management, a utility that lets the user set resolution, brightness, contrast, focus, position, and advanced color calibration.

Acer Value monitors have prices ranging from $185 to $249 and the models available are the following: V173, V193, V193W and V223W.

<-120x240 Vertical Banner - left->The latest LCD monitors introduced by Acer in the Business series are optimized for intensive use improving work productivity for business professionals, and come in a range from 17 inches to 24 inches in diagonal.

The 17-inch Acer B173 and 19-inch Acer B193 are 4:3 models, while 19-inch B193W, 20-inch B203W, 22-inch B223W and 24-inch B243W are wide displays, all sporting a stylish black design with the FlxArm system providing adjustments in height (15 degrees up, 5 degrees down), tilting and swiveling (35 degrees to the right and left) for the right monitor position and best ergonomics.

Important features of the new LCD monitors from Acer include dual input interface for analogue and digital signals, and a real power off button that saves energy.

The new B-series features 5 ms response time on all displays and contrast ratio that ranges from 2000:1 to 3000:1, dynamically adjusted by Acer’s Adaptive Contrast Management technology in charge with analyzing each scene to adjust the images frame by frame enhancing color and reducing power consumed.

Acer B models are available in North America at prices ranging between $205 and $399.

Samsung SyncMaster XL30 LED BLU received the Best Display TIPA award for its unique capabilities important in color-sensitive commercial applications such as desktop publishing, photography, graphic design and video editing.

It is a 30-inch professional monitor introduced in January by Samsung Electronics America, featuring embedded color management system, 123% NTSC color gamut, unlike traditional LCDs that come with 82% of the NTSC, LED backlight, and several others, which combine to deliver extremely accurate color temperature, linearly color tracking, high brightness uniformity and great color reproduction.

In addition, Samsung SyncMaster XL30 LED BLU uses its Image Viewer intuitive tool for correcting color differences between monitors and printers, while the Natural Color Expert software helps in calibrating the screen’s color profile to fit specific color requirements.

The LCD monitor has a resolution of 2560 x 1600 pixels, 1,000:1 contrast ratio and sells for around $4,500.

Samsung unveiled its latest Series 6 and Series 7 LCD HDTVs, the 650 and 750 models. Both TVs deliver 1080p picture with a dynamic contrast ratio up to 50.000:1.

<-250x250 Square - right->Taking advantage of the ToC (Touch of Color) design, these new products have an astonishing look. Its colors are inspired from nature featuring a hint of red color blended into a semi-transparent black bezel. A dual-injection technology that replaces the paint with material has been used to create this piece of art that can fit in any décor.

The Series 6 650 uses the InfoLink RSS service through which people can get the latest news about sports, weather stocks etc. from USA Today. This feature expands the possibilities of the HDTV allowing users personalize the type of information they want to receive with only a push of a button. The WiseLink allows users to instantly access data stored on a memory stick or a digital device through the USB 2.0 interface. Other features of this LCD TV are the Ultra Clear Panel that improves contrast ratio, the Wide Color Enhancer 2 which strengthens the colors adding intensity to pictures, and for a smoother viewing experience the Auto Motion Plus 120Hz that estimates and inserts extra frames when needed.

Both 6 and 7 series are EnergyStar Rated, the power consumption used by these two being decreased up to 70% compared to similar 2007 models.

The Series 7 750 features in addition to the 650 an enhanced networking and multimedia management with WiseLink Pro, is DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) compliant allowing users to share content with other DLNA certified products and a Wheel-Key Remote with a built-in sensor that illuminates the remote when picked up. Quite interesting, especially when you’re watching a movie with the lights Off!

Another feature added for convenience is the Wireless LinkStick Accessory that allows users access the InfoLink RSS wirelessly. This feature comes with a price of $34.99 though, but it’s a must-have for an LCD like that.

While the Series 6 first shipped in March with prices from $479.99 for the 19” model to $3,199.99 for the 52.2”, the Series 7 750 will hit the market somewhere in May. Pricing has been announced for 750 also. The 39.9” will cost $2,599.99, the 45.9” $3,199.99 and the 52” $3,499.99.

A new display line named “Touch Of Color” (TOC) has been announced by Samsung Electronics. Two monitors are available now (the T190 with a 19” display and T220 with a 22” display) and two others will be available in July (the T240 24” and T260 26”).
All those four monitors are designed to be extremely energy efficient, thanks to the function called SoftPower off that allows users set the monitor immediately to standby mode so the power consumed will be of only 0.3 watts.

The T190 and T220 have a 2ms GTG response while the T240 and T260 have a 5ms response time, ensuring an image quality with no blur. The latest two also offer HDMI connection for peripheral devices.

All those 4 monitors deliver a 20.000:1 contrast ratio. Featuring the MagicColor smart color control, the MagicBright Dynamic Contrast control, MagicTune for display settings and the multi screen functionality, this new display line is designed to combine an attractive style with high functionality to satisfy customers’ needs.
With power consumption up to 50% less than other monitors of same sizes, the “Touch Of Color” line seems to be a smart choice for regular users in searching for high-functionality and energy efficient display.

Pricing has also been announced, so for a T190 people have to pay $259 and for T220 $359. The T240 will have an ESP of $499 and the T260 will cost $599 but as we were saying above, these two monitors will be available in July.