Samsung has announced the global launch of their Smart Monitors, which is a do-it-all monitor that combines a conventional PC display with a Samsung Smart TV experience. It has connectivity options for both PCs and smartphones, native support for Microsoft Office 365 applications and other apps like Netflix, YouTube, etc.
The Smart Monitor has many
connectivity options such as Tap View App Casting, Apple AirPlay, Samsung DeX
along with the traditional HMDI 2.0 port and a USB Type-C port, which supports
up to 65W charging. The monitor features Adaptive Picture which can adjust
brightness and color temperature optimize the picture quality for any viewing
environment.
It has embedded WiFi
capabilities which enable support for Microsoft Office 365 applications without
needing a PC to be connected and the Remote Access feature lets users
wirelessly and remotely access files from a PC or view content from a laptop.
Regarding the “Smart” features, the Monitor has an app store where
entertainment apps like Netflix, HBO and YouTube can be installed from.
The monitor is available in
two models – the UHD 32-inch M7 priced at US$ 400 and a FHD
M5 which comes in 27-inch and 32-inch options priced at US$ 230 and US$ 280, respectively. Both models will starting
rolling out from November 16 in the United States, Canada and China, and coming
to more countries later on.
