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Acer Packs Instant OS and WiFi into HD Monitor

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Without making much noise, Acer introduced its new D241H LCD monitor. This one stands out of being yet another 24" HD-ready PC display, in having its own instant-on operating system, and WiFi. Its built in OS lets you do some very basic tasks such as web-browsing, media playback (music and videos), and browsing through photos, without needing a PC. It can connect to the internet over both wired Ethernet and WiFi. As a monitor, the 24-inch panel has a native resolution of 1920x1080 pixels with a response time of 2 ms, and dynamic contrast ratio of 80,000:1. Display inputs include DVI, D-Sub, and HDMI. Other accessories built into it include a 2-port USB 2.0 hub and a multi-format memory card reader - both of which are of use to its OS, and can also be used by the PC it's connected to. Alas for what this 'monitor' is trying to be, a built-in webcam, and speakers are missing (standard issue on many premium displays). Pricing and availability are not known as yet. Finer details can be found on the product page.



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I'd be interested to see what the integrated OS is like, I have visions of SplashTop by ASUS. Could just be my work's network but the link doesn't seem to be working.
 
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The lack of webcam does throw up a big "?" but still a very good idea IMO.

Speakers,I would rather have the headphone/line-out for externals.Doesnt say if it has that.Maybe go through USB?

For the people with very high end power hungry rigs this would be a big plus for everyday use.
 

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I'm gutted that it's made by Acer.

:(

Hopefully other brands will jump on this band-wagon.
 
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