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Gateway Sequels Its 30-inch Monster Monitor
Posted by Mark Wilson at 12:46 AM on October 26, 2007
After Gateway released their 30-inch, 1600pXHD3000 display, they're hoping to springboard the positive press into their entire line of LCDs, including their new 24-inch ($499) and 22-inch ($350) models. Both have impressive monitor specs, double as HD TVs (1080p and 720p, respectively) and feature image enhancement through a Faroudja video processing chipset. Obviously neither display is rocking 1600p upscaling, but we're guessing these models show some pretty pictures nonetheless. Besides, their slew of inputs including HDMI mean we might actually utilize their extended video functionality. Hit the jump for the full stat smattering.
AU: My folks got me a Gateway system way back when... it was a P3 500, to place it historically... wasn't too worried when they left the local market, but these screens are making me wish they'd consider coming back.
24-inch Model Offers Vibrant Visuals and Leading-Edge FeaturesThe Gateway® 24-inch High Definition Widescreen Display delivers 1080p HD support and 1920x1200 resolution, making this display ideal for viewing PC content, high-definition video and multimedia applications. To further enhance the viewing experience, the display features a new Ultrabright Glare panel with a 92 percent colour gamut, making colours richer and more defined. Additionally, the 1000:1 contrast ratio, 400 cd/m2 brightness and ultra fast 3ms refresh rate deliver stunning visual performance.
The new Gateway 24-inch Display gives users several viewing options including an auto-rotation capability that allows the display to be viewed in both landscape and portrait modes, providing a 160 degree viewing angle. This enables users to view multiple applications or documents side-by-side, increasing productivity and efficiency. The included Gateway EzTune™ software automatically adjusts the screen image when the monitor is moved between orientations. This software also provides advanced colour calibration, making it ideal for photographers, artists and graphic designers. The standard height-adjustable stand can be raised, lowered, swiveled, tilted and rotated for customer comfort.
22-inch Model Delivers Full Feature Set at Mainstream Price
The Gateway® 22-inch High Definition Widescreen Display offers users high-performance features and a vivid viewing experience at the price of $349.99, making it ideal for home or work. This new 22-inch Display offers 720p HD support and 1680x1050 resolution, coupled with a 1000:1 contrast ration, 300 cd/m2 brightness and an ultra fast 4ms refresh rate, providing excellent image quality.
It also comes with a standard tilt stand for premium viewing angles and has a built-in orientation sensor that offers image auto-rotation when coupled with the optional height-adjustable stand.
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EL_RIEL
Posted 3:57 PM 25/10/07
New Model Number: FHD2400 for the 24incher
Apparently they are a new breed of TN panel, viewing angle didnt get better, still 160° but color reproduction and contrast seems to be much better than past generation TN panels.
for instance Dell 2407wfp-hc is another type of panel with more viewing angle but slower rseponse time.
This new gateway appears to have the same color reproduction as the hi-end dell panel, as well as lot of position setups and good range of input types + usb hub + good video processing/ deinterlacing. So its a nice value in the end.
You can get the same panel type and specs on a New 2008 dell monitor: E248WFP but with No extra features or inputs.
MSRP:
450+ dell E248WFP same panel as gateway but no extra inputs no extra features limited panel movement and position
550+ gateway FHD2400 new TN panel lots of features and position
650+ dell 2407WFP-HC high color as the other panels, but better viewing angles, slower response time than TN panel. lots of features as the gateway.
There is always a tradeoff my young gizmodians.
EL_RIEL
Lazz
Posted 1:16 PM 25/10/07
I believe these new models are either not yet updated on the Gateway site, or else not for sale yet. The current 24" listed, FPD2485W, has been on sale since May or June. This appears to be the sequel...? Giz, please give model numbers of these new displays!
Lazz
nmcglynn
Posted 1:00 PM 25/10/07
I love The Big Lebowski reference!
nmcglynn
EQC
Posted 12:42 PM 25/10/07
I think they ought to rename that "Ultrabright Glare" panel. Sounds more like a fault than a feature to me.
EQC
apeguero
Posted 12:34 PM 25/10/07
When are these 24" LCDs going to break the 1920x1200 barrier? I prefer the higher resolution but don't like anything larger than 24" LCDs.
apeguero
room209
Posted 12:23 PM 25/10/07
I choo choo choose the 30 incher! Can't wait to get my paws on that one!
room209
LastVigilante
Posted 12:16 PM 25/10/07
Upon closer inspection on the Gateway site, I'm confused. Are these new product introductions that aren't available yet? The 24" currently on the site notes a "6ms response time" not 3ms as indicated here. What gives?
LastVigilante
LastVigilante
Posted 11:54 AM 25/10/07
I'm infatuated with the Dell 24", but the $600+ price point is holding me back. I've never been into Gateway, but this 24" seems like a worthy choice instead: better specs at a lower price! I'll have to wait for some reviews, or perhaps a Giz Groping, and make my choice!
LastVigilante
Lazz
Posted 5:28 PM 25/10/07
@EL_RIEL: Thanks a ton for the info.
The extra inputs make this really attractive to those of us who don't have a TV in our compy space, but want to hook up a console (or three).
Lazz
ElementalDragon
Posted 10:04 PM 25/10/07
They have the new displays at my local Best Buy (only one i saw though was the 24" FHD2400). they are definitely pretty... especially compared to the FPDxxxxW series, one reason is that they got rid of the kinda matte finish on the screen and gave it a gloss finish... yet somehow apparently still gave it a glare reducing ability... *shrug*. they also seem to have a lot better color quality and clarity than my current Gateway 21" widescreen. They also changed the base so it's like the one on the 30"-er. only thing i don't like about that is that it doesn't have any swivel.... only rotation and raising/lowering.... but meh. still one hella pretty display.
Probably buying myself a FHD2400 at the end of next week after i get my next paycheck..... or maybe halfway through the following week, so i can buy Call of Duty 4 at the same time.
ElementalDragon
aschneid
Posted 1:23 AM 26/10/07
@LastVigilante: No, the model number for the new monitor is FHD2400...the one on the Gateway site is the older model. Best Buy and Circuit City have it on their sites (but not at $499 currently). I checked Frys.com and it doesn't show up...if you have a store near you you should check them out. They had the older model at my store.
aschneid
aschneid
Posted 1:25 AM 26/10/07
Actually, I found it on Frys.com too. They are all running about $549.
aschneid