Discarded laptops gather dust in homes everywhere yet many still carry excellent displays worth saving. One maker pulled panels from three different machines to test a straightforward conversion into standalone monitors anyone can tackle at home. Results prove the idea works best with newer screens and delivers a custom display for a fraction of store prices.
Gamers who are used to juggling several windows and controls in their games understand the need of keeping their workspace neat, but they may not always know how to fit everything in. ASUS has developed the ROG Strix XG129C, a tiny assist screen built specifically for congested workspaces. At 12.3 inches, it fits nicely beneath most main monitors and provides just enough extra area to keep everything visible, saving you from the headache of constantly switching screens.
Engineers squeezed a high-end TV into a panel that is only 9 millimeters thick. LG calls it the OLED evo W6, and once hanging, it truly lives true to its “wallpaper” label. Two flat mounting pads and a couple of screws hold the screen tightly against the wall, leaving no obvious gaps. A ultra slim power board at the back connects to the nearest outlet, and that’s it. What about the weighty electronics? They remain out of sight somewhere else.
Roku Select Smart TV screen sizes range from 43 to 85 inches, which is large enough to fit almost any living room or apartment without requiring a compromise. When it’s on sale, like today, you can get the 55-inch model for roughly $250 (was $350), and it arrives ready to use without the need to plug in any additional devices. Everything is plugged in and set up right out of the box using the familiar Roku system, which quickly launches the apps and remains out of the way.
Gamers seeking victory in any fast-paced game will want every frame they can get. Sony designed the INZONE M10S II with this specific purpose in mind, and they accomplished it by including two different modes. Switching between settings is simple on this 27-inch OLED panel. If you keep the resolution at 1440p, the display will run at a scorching 540 hertz. Drop the resolution to 1080p and you’ll be rewarded with an even faster refresh rate of 720 hertz.
Gamers who are constantly on the lookout for a new screen will notice when a model comes up that provides excellent visuals at a reasonable price. The INNOCN 27″ QD-OLED 2K (model GA27S1Q) is a prime example, priced at $399.98 (was $450). Once out of the box, the stand snaps into place without the need for tools, and you have full movement in all directions, including height, tilt, swivel, and pivot. So, if you’re the type of person who enjoys switching between working at a desk and gaming on the sofa, you can find the perfect angle.
Soiboi Soft set out to build a four-digit display out of nothing but air pressure. The finished product is an impressive design, with 3D printed pieces and ultra thin silicone sheets, without cables running directly to the section. Instead, vacuum lines pull on flexible membranes to create luminous bars, which remain in place long after the signal is turned off.
Long sessions in front of conventional LCD monitors can leave you with tired eyes and a throbbing headache. The Modos Flow aims to change that by combining the convenience of paper with the speed of doing serious work on a computer. This 13.3-inch portable display delivers excellent text and images with a smooth motion that will have many individuals switching to it from their primary laptop screen when they need to focus.
Samsung has a reputation for creating televisions that merge easily into any house, much like a piece of framed artwork hanging on a wall. The problem is that those televisions have traditionally been too expensive for many purchasers. Hisense identified an opportunity with the 55-inch CanvasTV (55S7N), a set that costs around $600 (was $1,000), and the good news is that it still gives the same exquisite style without the enormous expensive price tag.
Retail locations have always employed posters and signage to capture the attention of customers, but changing them out on a daily basis is a time-consuming task for workers. Samsung has developed a solution: displays that appear like printed paper but feature digital flexibility. These are known as Color E-Paper and are available in a variety of sizes to meet your needs, including a 13-inch variant that is nearly identical to an A4 sheet, a 20-inch version that matches an A3, and a 32-inch choice if you have a large wall or window to fill.