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JournaL
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Jan 8, 2017
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I just submitted support to cancel my order. After looking at CES 2017, a plethora of new models with USB-C will be out in March. So if I am going to wait, might as well wait for those.
Jan 8, 2017
Kundalhi
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Jan 9, 2017
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JournaLWould you mind linking me to any information you have on those models? I am genuinely interested and hungry for information.
Jan 9, 2017
JournaL
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Jan 10, 2017
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KundalhiThere wasn't too much on the market that is exactly like this particular monitor. But HDR10 support will be rolling out, which is a nice plus. If none of them tickle your fancy, you can always get the LG 27UD88 when it comes back in stock (backordered almost everywhere currently). I put a poll in place, see link. https://www.massdrop.com/vote/USB-C-Monitors-Current-Upcoming
Jan 10, 2017
Kundalhi
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Jan 10, 2017
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JournaLThank you for getting back to me. Any idea on the timeline for HDR monitors hitting the market?
Jan 10, 2017
JournaL
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Jan 10, 2017
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KundalhiCertain models such as the Dell S2718D will be released around late March. LG32UD99-W is late 2017. ASUS ProArt PA32U is Q3 2017. The latter two will be very expensive (above $1000).
Jan 10, 2017
Medion
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Jan 11, 2017
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JournaLThe problem is that none of those are true HDR monitors. Proper HDR requires at minimum true 10-bit color support (those monitors are 8-bit + FRC), and a backlight that can handle multiple zones and 1,000nits brightness (for the sake of contrast, not all out brightness). These monitors are edge lit and top out around 500nits.
They take an HDR input, and they fake it (poorly) through dynamic contrast. I'm speaking specifically to the Dell and the LG that you mentioned. I believe the ASUS uses 384 zones and 1,000nits, so it can do true HDR. ASUS and Acer also have gaming focused versions with true HDR support, 4k, 144hz, for about $1,200, but those use AHVA panels (questionable quality), and are not calibrated out of the box to the standard we get from Dell and LG.
Jan 11, 2017
JournaL
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Jan 11, 2017
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MedionI am sure the LG 32UD99 is featuring a 10 bit panel. The Dell S2718D is using a 8-Bit + FRC, albeit at a lower resolution and size (different panel, similar to other 1440p 27'' offerings).
I am sure the HDR capable monitor (such as the Dell S2718D) should probably expand on the brightness as well; I do agree with you on faking HDR on a lower than 10-bit panels (not true HDR). Not sure about the zones yet. The only monitor that really released those specs on hand is the ASUS ProArt PA32U which alot of professional following aimed at color reproduction and accuracy. Gotta wait for TFTCentral or someone to come along and review these babies.
Most monitors come at ~300 or lower nits of brightness. So having 500nits is a drastic improvement. I am guessing that is what LG's logic is based on. That will change, I heard Panasonic has developed some new IPS panel using high brightness backlight (~1000 nits) and light-modulating cells.
Rest assured, the monitors that support true HDR will have specs along with it. Such as the LG 32UD99 quoting to be with the HDR10 standard. It is odd they claim HDR10, where the standard requires a target of 1000nits. Sigh, faking dynamic contrast isn't new to these manufacturers, haha. Hopefully, more info will be released in regards of HDR. Everything is still quite vague. That HDR marketing tho...
Jan 11, 2017
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