Samsung takes on Apple and LG with its own 5K display for creative pros

A new version of its Smart Monitor and Odyssey gaming screens aren't the only things that will be included in the company's monitor plans in the years to come. 99% of the DCI-P3 wide color gamut is covered by the 5120x2880IPS display.

A wide mix of I/O will be supported by the ViewFinity S9 The laptop can be charged at up to 96 watt. The metal enclosure of the S9 is in keeping with the design of Apple and other high-end monitors. I was unable to get an answer as to whether the new monitor includes local dimming. They would highlight that feature if it did. Black levels and contrast might not be up to the standards of mini and organic screens. The company claims that it improves image shadow and highlights details.

Even though this monitor is geared towards prosumers, that doesn't stop them from building their own TV OS. Even though the display isn't connected to any external devices, you'll still be able to access the usual streaming apps. It ships with a slim 4KWebcam in the box that you can attach as needed for video calls, and the software will automatically zoom and track the subject.

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The latest addition to its monitor lineup is being handled through an app on your phone. The company wrote in its press release that the built-in color calibration engine ensures precise screen color and brightness, allowing users to adjust white balance, gamma, and RGB color balance for perfect accuracy with their phones. We need to see how that works for ourselves.

The ViewFinity S9 will ship early this year, but no pricing information has been released yet. When configured with the standard glossy screen, Apple's studio display starts at $1,699. It will be interesting to see how aggressive the price is, but my hunch is that it will be a close match.

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We will have our first look at the ViewFinity S9 at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The SmartMonitor M80C, a minor refresh of last year's display that comes in new colors and adds a SmartThings Hub to the display, as well as a feature called My Contents, which adds photos, schedules, weather, and more to the screen, is one of the It will be available in five different colors.