It’s now over 12 months since the first curved screen TV arrived in Australian stores but if you thought that was just a fad, curved computer monitors are also now starting to appear.
Samsung has just released 27 and 34 inch monitors, both built for entertainment though the curvature of the screen which is designed to provide an immersive experience.
Both monitors feature built in speakers, a one touch game-mode to enhance your favourite games and the picture in picture function may be useful for watching your favourite movies or TV while working on a boring spreadsheet.
Pricing and Availability
The Samsung 27-inch LS27D590CS curved display is now available to purchase at select retailers for an RRP of $549.
The Samsung 34-inch LS34E790CNS curved display is now available to purchase at select retailers for an RRP of $1649.
Key Specifications
| Model Code | LS27D590CS/XY | |
| Attribute | Value | |
| Display | Screen Size | 27 |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:09 | |
| Panel Type | VA(Curved) | |
| BLU Type | LED | |
| Brightness (Typical) | 350cd/m2 | |
| Contrast Ratio | 3000:01:00 | |
| Dynamic Contrast Ratio | Mega ? DCR | |
| Resolution | 1920×1080 | |
| Response Time | 4(GTG) ms | |
| Viewing Angle (H/V) | 178°/178° | |
| Color Support | 16.7M | |
| General Feature | Embedded Function | Game Mode, Magic Upscale, Eco Saving, Off Timer, Image Size, Samsung MagicBright, Flicker free |
| Additional PC S/W | Easy Setting Box | |
| OS Compatibility | Windows, Mac | |
| Windows Certification | Windows 8.1 | |
| Interface | D-Sub | 1 EA |
| DVI | No | |
| Display Port | 1 | |
| HDMI | 1 EA | |
| USB | No | |
| Audio In | 1 EA | |
| Headphone | 1 EA | |
| Audio | Speaker | Yes (5W x 2) |
| Design | Color | Black High Glossy |
| Stand Type | Curved T-Shape | |
| Tilt | -2° to +20° | |
| Wall Mount | 100×100 | |
| Eco | Energy/Environment Mark | Energy Star 6.0 |
| Power | Power Supply | AC100-240V (50/60Hz) |
| Power Consumption | 24 (Energy Star current test condition) W | |
| Power Consumption (DPMS) | 0.3 W | |
| Power Consumption (Stand-by) | 0.3W | |
| Type | External Adaptor | |
| Dimension | Set Dimension with Stand (WxHxD) | 623.5 x 463 x 182.0 mm |
| Set Dimension without Stand (WxHxD) | 623.5 x 366.0 x 59.5 mm | |
| Package Dimension (WxHxD) | 695 x 135 x 435 mm | |
| Weight | Set Weight with Stand | 5.6 kg |
| Set Weight without Stand | 5.0 kg | |
| Package Weight | 7.4 kg | |
| Accessory | Cables | HDMI Cable, Audio Cable |
| Others | Quick Setup Guide | |
| Model Code | LS34E790CNS/XY | |
| Attribute | Value | |
| Display | Screen Size | 34″ |
| Aspect Ratio | 21:09 | |
| Panel Type | VA(Curved) | |
| BLU Type | LED | |
| Brightness (Typical) | 300cd/m2 | |
| Contrast Ratio | 3000:01:00 | |
| Dynamic Contrast Ratio | Mega ? DCR | |
| Resolution | 3440×1440 | |
| Response Time | 4 (GTG) ms | |
| Viewing Angle (H/V) | 178°/178° | |
| Color Support | 16.7M | |
| General Feature | Embedded Function | Game Mode, Flicker Free, Eco Saving, Off Timer, Image Size, Samsung MagicBright, Sound Mode |
| Additional PC S/W | Easy Setting Box | |
| OS Compatibility | Windows, Mac | |
| Windows Certification | Windows 8.1 | |
| Interface | D-Sub | No |
| DVI | No | |
| Dual Link DVI | No | |
| Display Port | 1 | |
| HDMI | 2 EA | |
| Audio In | N/A | |
| Headphone | 1 EA | |
| USB Hub | 1 Up / 4 Down (3.0 Ver.) | |
| Audio | Speaker | 7W x 2 |
| Design | Color | Black High Glossy |
| Stand Type | Curved T-shape | |
| HAS(Height Adjustable Stand) | 100mm | |
| Tilt | -2° ~ 20° | |
| Wall Mount | 100×100 | |
| Eco | Energy/Environment Mark | Energy Star 6.0 |
| Power | Power Supply | AC100-240V (50/60Hz) |
| Power Consumption | 47(Energy Star current test condition) W | |
| Power Consumption (DPMS) | 1 (Energy Star current test condition) W | |
| Power Consumption (Stand-by) | 0.5W (Energy Star current test condition) | |
| Type | External Adaptor | |
| Dimension | Set Dimension with Stand (WxHxD) | Max : 821.5 x 552.0 x 275.5, Min : 821.5 x 452.0 x 275.5 mm |
| Set Dimension without Stand (WxHxD) | 821.5 x 364.0 x 51.5 mm | |
| Package Dimension (WxHxD) | 899.0 x 531.0 x 339.0 mm | |
| Weight | Set Weight with Stand | 9.9 kg |
| Set Weight without Stand | 7.4 kg | |
| Package Weight | 14.4 kg | |
| Accessory | Cables | HDMI Cable, DP Cable, USB 3.0 Cable, mini DP Gender |
| Others | Install CD (Manual), QSG(Quick Setup Guide), Warranty Card,Clean Cloth | |
