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MSI rolls out OLED Care 2.0 upgrade for all QD-OLED monitors

3 avril 2025 à 15:45

MSI has announced an enhanced iteration of its acclaimed OLED Care 2.0 technology. In response to user feedback, this update will increase the refresh interval of OLED Care 2.0, aiming to provide a more refined experience for owners of MSI QD-OLED monitors.

This update focuses on adjusting the activation timing of the Panel Protect feature, which is used to enhance the longevity of QD-OLED displays. The initial implementation activated Panel Protect every 16 hours, which some users found disruptive based on their usage. To address this, MSI has extended the refresh period to 24 hours, offering greater flexibility and minimising potential interruptions while preserving the panel's impressive lifespan.

MSI plans to roll out this firmware update across its entire range of QD-OLED displays and make it available to download starting in May 2025. MSI also assures customers that this update will not affect existing warranty benefits, including the three-year burn-in warranty (specific conditions may vary by region).

Note that MSI OLED Care 2.0 is only available for QD-OLED-based monitors.

KitGuru says: Do you have an MSI QD-OLED monitor? Has the OLED Care 2.0 feature ever interrupted something you were doing?

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Acer launches new Predator QD-OLED gaming monitors starting at £699

31 mars 2025 à 18:00

Acer is ending off the month with one more big launch. Today, Acer announced two new QD-OLED gaming monitors, offering 4K at 240Hz, and the other offering 1440p at 240Hz.

With QD-OLED panels, the new Acer Predator X32 X2 and Predator X27U X1 monitors will offer perfect black levels, vibrant colours and ultra-fast pixel response times. The X32 is a 32-inch 4K monitor, while the X27U is a 27-inch QHD monitor – but both offer a full 240Hz refresh rate and low 0.03ms response time (GTG).

Both monitors also offer HDR, so supported games will offer even brighter highlights and greater contrast. AMD FreeSync Premium Pro technology will allow your GPU to synchronise the monitor's refresh rate with your graphics card to eliminate things like screen tearing as well. By offering both DisplayPort and HDMI 2.1 connections, the monitors are perfect for both PC gamers and Xbox Series X/S or PS5 owners.

The Predator X32 X2 will be available in the UK and Europe starting in August, priced from £999. The Predator X27U X1 will be available in the UK and Europe in June, from £699.

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KitGuru Says: OLED monitor prices have started to come down to more reasonable levels over the past year. Are you considering making the jump to OLED in 2025?

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Samsung showcases new 3D gaming display and 4K monitors

25 mars 2025 à 17:26

Samsung has unveiled its 2025 lineup of Odyssey gaming monitors and the ViewFinity S8. The Odyssey portfolio features the groundbreaking Odyssey 3D, the new 27- and 32-inch Odyssey OLED G8 displays, and the ultrawide Odyssey G9.

The new Odyssey 3D (G90XF model) 27″ display introduces a glasses-free 3D gaming experience. Advanced eye-tracking technology and a patented lenticular lens create a natural-looking high-definition 3D image accessible via the Reality Hub app. Samsung is collaborating with game developers to optimise the use of this 3D technology, including Nexon for The First Berserker: Khazan and Neowiz for Lies of P. More developers should be added in the future.

In addition to 3D gaming, the Odyssey 3D features AI video conversion, which can transform video footage into 3D. Every scene of compatible content is analysed and converted to 3D, delivering consistent 3D effects and reducing eye strain. The Odyssey 3D also boasts impressive gaming performance, packing a 4K panel with a 165 Hz refresh rate and 1 ms GtG response time. The new Samsung 3D monitor is Nvidia G-Sync compatible and supports AMD FreeSync Premium. Moreover, it supports Edge Lighting, which enhances 3D immersion by illuminating the gaming area, matching the screen's lighting (like Philips Ambilight).

Moving on to the non-3D gaming monitors, the new Odyssey OLED G8 (G81SF) is available in 27-inch and 32-inch variants. Both monitors are VESA DisplayHDR TrueBlack 400-certified, have glare-free technology certified by Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a 240 Hz refresh rate, and a G2G response time of 0.03 ms. Like the Odyssey 3D, the new G8 supports AMD FreeSync Premium Pro and is Nvidia G-Sync Compatible.

Samsung OLED Safeguard+ protects screens using its dynamic cooling system, which features the industry's first pulsating heat pipe. Samsung claims this system dissipates heat five times more effectively than traditional graphite sheets without affecting brightness, preventing burn-in and extending the screen's lifespan.

The Odyssey G9 (G91F model) makes ultrawide gaming more accessible by streamlining the experience. Its 49-inch Dual QHD display features a 1000R curve, a 144Hz refresh rate, and a 1 ms response time, providing responsive gameplay. AMD FreeSync Premium Pro eliminates tearing and stuttering, while the VESA DisplayHDR 600 certification suggests it can offer an acceptable HDR experience. The Odyssey G9 also offers impressive multitasking capabilities, including PbP and PiP modes. Moreover, the Odyssey G9's Auto Source Switch+ feature helps players quickly access games by detecting connected devices and automatically displaying them when turned on.

In addition to the 2025 gaming monitors, Samsung is introducing the 37-inch ViewFinity S8 (S80UD), the largest 16:9 4K Samsung monitor to date. The ViewFinity S8's 4K screen is approximately 34% larger than the previous model, maximising productivity and efficiency. The ViewFinity S8 is designed for comfort and productivity, featuring a 10-bit panel that displays 1 billion colours. TÜV Rheinland has certified its ergonomic design as an “ergonomic workspace display”, and Intelligent Eye Care is TÜV-accredited for reducing eye strain. A 90W USB-C port allows connecting three devices, and a KVM switch enables control of multiple inputs on the display, simplifying the integration of work and personal devices.

The new Odyssey 3D, OLED G8 and G9 are available for pre-order starting today.

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KitGuru says: Would you fancy yourself any of Samsung's new monitors?

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Dough Spectrum Black 32 Review

Par :Inle
11 mars 2025 à 21:44
The Dough Spectrum Black 32 is a community-(co)developed 32-inch 4K OLED gaming monitor, offering lightning-fast response times, very low input lag, and Dual-Mode functionality, which transforms it from 4K@240 Hz to Full HD@480 Hz in an attempt to give you a competitive edge in multiplayer shooters.

EIZO FlexScan EV4340X Review - A Multitasking Powerhouse

Par :Inle
3 mars 2025 à 22:16
The EIZO FlexScan EV4340X is a 42.5-inch 4K multitasking powerhouse. It's a monitor developed with ultimate productivity in mind, offering 4-source Picture-by-Picture functionality, an integrated KVM switch, a USB-C port with DisplayPort Alt Mode and 94 W Power Delivery, and several other features aimed toward professional use.

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