Dasung introduces a portable color E Ink monitor for eye-friendly computing anywhere

Posted on 13/03/2024 by JC Torres

We have become very dependent on our computers, including the ones we keep in our pockets, but these powerful devices come with very harmful impacts on our health and lifestyle. Never mind the poor posture and negative social practices we develop through the use of computers and smartphones, even the very screens we look at affect not just our eyes but also our sleeping patterns. E-paper displays like E Ink have long been praised for their eye-friendly technology, but the old generation of these screens were so bad that they were good only for text that barely changes, like those in books. E Ink has thankfully evolved significantly over the years to the point that you can now have a portable monitor that combines E Ink and color to give your eyes a break when using laptops or smartphones.

Designer: Dasung

E Ink devices are getting larger and more complex as seen with the variety of color E Ink readers moonlighting as powerful Android tablets now available in the market. Despite their benefits in terms of comfort and power savings, E Ink screens are still significantly slower and show considerably fewer colors than even the most basic and cheapest LCD panel. That’s why selling an E Ink monitor for regular computer use sounds almost outlandish if not impractical, but that’s exactly the proposition that Dasung has been making with its line of Paperlike Color E Ink monitors.

The new 12-inch Paperlike Color takes that idea to a whole new level by making that E Ink monitor portable. It has a 12-inch screen that has an impressive 2560×1600 resolution, but only if you’re viewing black and white (or grayscale) images and text. The E Ink Kaleido 3 technology that it uses is able to display only 4,096 colors and usually at half the resolution, so it won’t exactly be mind-blowing. Of course, that’s the price to be paid for a screen that won’t tire out your eyes, at least not as much and as often as regular monitors.

The Paperlike Color (12-inch) also has other benefits, like an extremely light and slim profile made possible by having no battery at all. E Ink uses very little power, only when changing what’s being displayed, so it won’t drain your laptop or phone too much. Then again, if you will be using it like a regular monitor, that means content will be changing a lot, which would nullify this benefit and possibly produce visual artifacts. That said, companies that use color E Ink have strategies to address and improve the speed performance, but not to the same level as LCDs and OLEDs.

And therein lies the biggest question mark on this curious design, whether the benefits far outweigh the costs, both figurative and literal. Reading mostly static content and text is definitely more pleasurable, but it will only make sense if you use it on the side as a second monitor for your laptop. But then, it won’t really help you give your eyes much of a break if you’ll be using the laptop’s regular screen most of the time anyway. The E Ink monitor could be a nice external display for your smartphone, but that would run into the same limitations as color E Ink eReaders today. And with Dasung’s typical pricing, the Paperlike Color (12-inch) will probably be out of reach for many computer users, limiting it to a few enthusiasts who might find a place for it in their workflow.

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LG UltraGear 48GQ900 UHD 4K OLED display so ready for gaming

Posted on 27/05/2022 by Rei Padla

48 LG UltraGear UHD 4K OLED TV Specs

LG is a brand that we can always trust when it comes to smart appliances. Forget about smartphones because the company has discontinued that direction. But then, the South Korean tech giant has maintained its lead in the smart TV arena.

LG has plenty of TVs to offer, but one remarkable model is a 4K monitor that is ideal for watching movies and gaming. That is one ultimate entertainment TV as its size alone is enough to make an impression. As part of the LG UltraGear Gaming Monitor Series, the 48-inch OLED model has several features like the Nano IPS with ATW Polarizer Technology and a 260Hz refresh rate.

Designer: LG

48 LG UltraGear UHD 4K OLED TV Dimensions

Most smart TVs could probably be used for gaming, but they can still be improved. So LG wants to make a difference by creating an optimized version for gaming. Specifically, the LG UltraGear 48GQ900 comes with a V-shaped foot, so the screen is elevated.

The LG UltraGear 48GQ900 has built-in 20W stereo speakers, a 3.5mm four-pole headset jack, and a two-port USB 3.0 hub. It comes with a remote control that may be used for gaming. The remote control features a Game Mode toggle and more buttons for power, mute, video inputs, and audio outputs. Expect the standard headset jack, but it is also powerful enough to support DTS Headphone X technology.

48-inch LG UltraGear UHD 4K OLED

48-inch LG UltraGear UHD 4K OLED TV Specs

Like most premium gaming monitors in the market today, the LG UltraGear 48GQ900 can show an FPS counter and an on-screen crosshair. In addition, it comes equipped with a host of gaming and connectivity features to satisfy every gamer. The 48GQ900 is the biggest LG UltraGear model. Of course, there are also the 32GQ850 and the 32GQ950 models, but those two come with a 4K Nano IPS display.

The 48-inch gaming display is huge and is the first in the OLED gaming monitor category from LG. Its big form still shows sleek aesthetics with the angular stands. Moreover, LG added a new Hexagon Lighting for better gaming effects. There’s HDMI 2.1 connectivity which means the latest gaming consoles and 4K PC gaming can be supported. We can also expect variable refresh rate (VRR) support and a very quick response time.

48-inch LG UltraGear UHD 4K OLED TV Features

48-inch LG UltraGear UHD 4K OLED TV

The LG UltraGear 48GQ900 features a 48-inch 4K display, making it a gaming powerhouse. It offers a 0.1ms response time and a 120Hz (O/C 138Hz) refresh rate, plus a fully-borderless design. Color accuracy is impeccable, so no wonder it’s been recognized by the Red Dot and iF Design Award. Add to that; the TV offers the brand’s anti-glare low reflection (AGLR) coating. This reduces those visual distractions that may come up during gameplay.

48 LG UltraGear UHD 4K OLED TV Price

LG Electronics Business Solutions’ SVP and head of the IT business unit, Seo Young-jae, said the TV is “ideal for both PC and console gaming.” He added, “the new monitors offer features and capabilities that take the entire gaming experience to the next level. We will continue to solidify the UltraGear brand’s strong reputation with innovative products that put the needs of gamers first.” The new LG UltraGear gaming monitor series will be released in Japan, North America, Europe, and Asia. Japan will get the products before this month ends.

48 LG UltraGear UHD 4K OLED TV

48-inch LG UltraGear UHD 4K OLED TV Price

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Lenovo’s YOGA Pad Pro tablet comes with its own stand and can double up as an external monitor

Posted on 26/05/2021 by Sarang Sheth

The common saying “If you can’t beat ’em, join ’em” really doesn’t work in the tablet industry. Apple’s successfully left every Android and Windows tablet in the dust with its ridiculously powerful iPad Pro, so the only way to really stand out in the tablet market is to do something the iPad really can’t… Someone at Lenovo seems to have figured that out early.

Lenovo’s new YOGA Pad Pro tries to stand out by not copying the iPad. While the iPad Pro is a pretty powerful machine that Apple often touts as a laptop replacement, the YOGA Pad Pro takes up the role of being a laptop accompaniment. With its own built-in kickstand and an integrated Micro HDMI port, the Lenovo YOGA Pad Pro is the perfect sidekick to your laptop. Make no mistake, it’s a pretty neat Android tablet on its own, but it manages to do a good job at the one thing the iPad can’t do – acting as a neat HDMI external monitor. Plug the YOGA Pad Pro into any device like your laptop, Nintendo Switch, or even your PlayStation or Xbox and you’ve got yourself a nice 13-inch touchscreen that you can prop up at any angle, hang on a hook, or carry around with you anywhere.

On the hardware front, the YOGA Pad Pro comes powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 processor, with 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage. While that absolutely pales in comparison to the 2021 iPad Pro with the M1 chip, it’s really an ‘apples to oranges’ sort of deal (no pun intended). The Lenovo YOGA Pad Pro isn’t trying to replace a laptop, it’s trying to augment it. The 13-inch screen is larger than the one found on the iPad, but then again, it’s perfect for pairing with a Windows desktop or laptop. It’s even great for watching movies or playing games, thanks to the presence of four JBL speakers on every corner of the tablet… Plus that built-in kickstand proves incredibly useful when you want to prop the tablet on your workspace, kitchen counter, or even hang it on a wall! The YOGA Pad Pro is currently available for pre-order in China with a pretty commendable price tag of $515 – Lenovo is yet to announce a worldwide rollout.

Designer: Lenovo

The Desklab turns any device into a portable 4K touchscreen workstation

Posted on 21/12/2019 by Sarang Sheth

Think of how useful a USB hub dongle is when your laptop only has a Type-C port. Think of how useful an external monitor is when your laptop has a low-res native display. Think of how neat a wireless Bluetooth speaker is when your ultra-thin laptop has crummy speakers. Sucks to live in a world where you shell out a bunch of money for a laptop that satisfies just 70-80% of your requirements, right? The Desklab helps make that world a better place to live in.

Think of everything you wish your laptop had and put it in a laptop accessory, and you get something quite like the Desklab. A combination of a 15-inch 4K touchscreen display, a hub with ports galore, and an external pair of speakers with hi-fi audio, this slim, lightweight computing accessory is cross-compatible across all platforms. It plugs right into your machine, drawing power from it while giving it much more in return.

The anti-glare 4K touchscreen is an absolute heaven-send for photographers who want to edit on the go, content creators, freelancers, designers, gamers, coders, and anyone who just desires an extra screen, while the abundance of extra ports on the side of the Desklab allow you to connect MicroUSB pen-drives, while the HDMI port lets you add multiple displays. Heck, there’s even a 3.5mm jack because the guys at Desklab didn’t want to leave a single stone unturned. Given that speakers are always a weak-point for laptops, the Desklab comes with robust, hi-fi front-facing stereo speakers too, giving you an immersive experience, whether you’re playing a game, watching a movie, or just listening to a podcast or to music while working.

Given that the Desklab is most likely to be used with laptops, tablets, phones, and consoles, the device was designed to be sleek, lightweight, and easy to set up. As thin as, and lighter than an iPad Pro, the Desklab slides right into your backpacks. It even comes with an integrated magnetic stand that allows you to dock the screen at any angle. Face the monitor towards yourself for a secondary screen to double your productivity, or towards someone else to show them a presentation… you can even use the stand in portrait mode. Flip the stand over and it transforms into a cover for your monitor, protecting its screen.

Designed for every possible scenario where you wished your tech was just slightly better, the Desklab’s cross-compatibility has you sorted. It works equally well with Windows and Macs, as well as Android and iOS devices. Moreover, the compatibility extends over to gaming consoles too, letting you plug your PlayStation, Xbox, and even your Nintendo in. Want to code? The screen works with Raspberry Pi too. Want to watch a movie? You could plug your Chromecast or Amazon Fire Stick right in and begin watching media. The anti-glare, flicker-free, zero-lag 4K screen gives you a seamless experience, whether you’re gaming or watching movies, and the touch-sensitive display just makes the experience much better.

It’s difficult to think of a scenario where the Desklab couldn’t provide value. For designers, creators, and photographers who’d just benefit from a True LED 4K secondary screen, or a gamer who wants a bigger, better gaming experience, whether it’s on a phone or a portable console, or just one of us plain joes who doesn’t have the cash to buy an incredibly good laptop, but dreams of the benefits of a great screen, more ports, better speakers, and affordability, the Desklab brings that dream within reach.

Designer: Desklab Monitor

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Desklab – Ultralight Portable 4K Touchscreen Monitor

More than just a portable monitor, it’s your 4K screen, it’s your dongles, it’s your charger, it’s your speakers, and it’s fully customizable to be whatever else you need.

Features

The Perfect Productivity Tool

Compatible with all Phones, Computers and Styluses

Writing emails, managing apps, and searching for photos on your smartphone is tedious work. When your smartphone is connected to Desklab, it will appear as a desktop-style interface, allowing you to navigate your phone, apps, files, and more with the freedom of ten fingers. Or, connect a keyboard and mouse and get to work.

Transform Your Phone into a Workstation

Tap, drag, pinch, zoom, scroll or spin with your fingers for an amazingly natural and effortless touch.

4K On the Go

4K isn’t just for TVs anymore. Now, you can take brilliant 4K anywhere. Execute sharp and colorful presentations, join the next generation of gaming with incredibly detailed graphics, or edit the photos from your last holiday with perfect precision.

True LED Backlight

Desklab is powered by a True LED backlight that guarantees the deepest blacks and most explosive colors ever seen on a portable monitor.

Ultra Light Weight

The Desklab is the only monitor that packs so many features into such a lightweight package. At 15 inches and just 1.3 lbs, you can’t find a bigger screen or better resolution in this weight class. Desklab weighs 4x lighter than the average laptop and is less than half the weight of MacBook Air. Not only that, but Desklab is thinner than the average tablet, so it will fit into the laptop pocket in your bag and leave plenty of space for your computer.

Universal Compatibility

Adapters, cables, and converters are costly and take up valuable space. Desklab is universally compatible with all devices so you will never have to worry about accessibility. Desklab has the following ports:

Desklab isn’t just for laptops. You can connect to any device and turn it into a 4K workspace or entertainment system. Regardless of how you listen, connect, play, watch, or work, you’ll be able to do it instantly on Desklab.

One cable is all it takes to get a second touchscreen monitor with a wide array of compatible devices.

Desklab is universally compatible with all operating systems and devices, including iOS, Android, Windows, and Google. No formatting or setup is required. Once you plug Desklab into your device, you can get to work right away.

Dual Hi-Fi Speakers

Desklab’s dual speakers are the most advanced speakers to be found in a portable monitor. Transform your phone or tablet into a comprehensive workspace or entertainment system without the need for clunky external speakers.

Audio engineers, composers, musicians, and music lovers will benefit from dynamic, rich sound no matter where they go. When working on a laptop, two extra speakers make all the difference when mixing tracks and editing. When on a phone or tablet, Desklab transforms your media into a cinematic experience with crystal clear audio and 4K resolution.

Enjoy greater immersion into your videos, music and favorite TV shows.

Instant Plug and Play

No matter what device or method of connectivity you use, Desklab will instantly adapt. That means as soon as you plug in, you’ll be ready to roll.

Start a meeting on your phone or laptop and move it to Desklab without breaking the connection or lag. You don’t need to go to the office for bigger screens and better accessibility. You can do it all on Desklab.

Gaming on the Go

Whether you’re a retro gamer, addicted to apps, or on the cutting edge of the console and PC gaming world, Desklab will turn up the intensity with clarity, color, and sound that rival your TV. Plug in your Nintendo Switch to upgrade to a 4K, 15-inch screen that will never slow you down. The combined weight of Switch and Desklab is under 2 lbs (lighter than MacBook Air).

If you’re a mobile gamer, you can now access your entire library and play in 4K no matter where you are, and all without a computer! Just plug in your smartphone and get lost in your favorite adventure.

Seamless Response Time

Desklab has a lightning-fast 10 millisecond response time, so you’re guaranteed the sharpest images and quickest performance possible. Desklab’s response time outdoes many laptops and other devices, meaning all your content will get an upgrade as it passes to 4K.

Plenty of Ports

Dongles and adapters cost hundreds of dollars, and all you get is a small port extension and another cable to add to your bag. For the same price, you can get Desklab’s universal compatibility and four ports (USB, USB C, HDMI, and 3.5mm Aux). Plus, you know, the 4K workstation is a plus too!

Upgrade your MacBook with Desklab and get all the ports you need without costly dongles, which are breakable and easy to lose.

Desklab will charge all your devices without the need for adapters and with zero slowdown.

Desklab is made to be twice as bright as competing portable monitors. Desklab’s ultra-bright screen allows you to work in high-light and low-light with the same stunning image clarity.

Customizable

Desklab is the first smart monitor that allows you to customize your workspace from anywhere. Adjust volume, brightness, and other settings to calibrate to your level of comfort.

Eye Care Equipped

Desklab utilizes multiple eye-protecting features so you can power through overtime or crush those all-night study sessions without the migraines, itchy eyes, and blurry vision.

Desklab’s versatile magnetic stand doubles as a durable screen protector. There are multiple screen angle adjustments so you can comfortably use Desklab whether you’re sitting, standing, or lying in bed.