my head, they will offer it cheaper than the PPLE STUDIO BUT NOT T TOO MUCH OF discount as it is a niche product that people with Macs will buy, so they'll want some good profit ...
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CES 2023: Samsung's Latest Monitors Include an Apple Studio Display Rival, Updated M8 Smart Monitor
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I kind of doubt this is going to compete on price, but at least it's competing on features. It sounds like it'll support >1 input source, which will be nice for people who have two systems on their desk. Some people will appreciate the streaming apps, too; personally I'm disinclined to give a TV or monitor internet access.
Can’t be any worse than the studio display, mine buzz’s from the back and the genius said it’s designed that way! Absolutely rubbish!
My OCD can't un-see that thicker bottom bezel. 
But good to see competition in the 5K space. Many will opt for Apple branded gear for the quality and matching aesthetic, but only to a point. Samsung may need to undercut Apple's pricing of the Studio Display by a significant amount (at least $250 or more).
But good to see competition in the 5K space. Many will opt for Apple branded gear for the quality and matching aesthetic, but only to a point. Samsung may need to undercut Apple's pricing of the Studio Display by a significant amount (at least $250 or more).
Just sell and update and sell me a 27" iMac, Apple. Stop being an insolent child.
Finally, some competition in the 5K market!
I'm looking forward to 5K 120Hz displays.
My Cooler Master GP27U 4K is so close to perfect, but it's just too buggy, especially with macOS deciding to run it in YPbPr mode.
I'm looking forward to 5K 120Hz displays.
My Cooler Master GP27U 4K is so close to perfect, but it's just too buggy, especially with macOS deciding to run it in YPbPr mode.
Good to see multiple higher-than-4K options. Computer monitor progression has been pretty stagnant in resolution for a long time. I’d like to see the dual-4k in a smaller size, though.
I have the Studio Display. Speakers marginal. Would rather have a lower cost display and add my own, higher quality speakers PRN.
VESA mount gets me as a customer. It is ridiculous that Apple does not provide standard mounting for the price that they charge.
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The camera sticks out the top because it is extremely likely detachable/modular. The current M8 32" model:
" ... Plus, the camera cover and option to fully detach always protect your privacy.
... "
Smart Monitor M8 | 32 inch M80D | Samsung US
Explore M8 M80D 32" Smart Monitor 4K UHD with speakers, Streaming TV, USB-C port, Ergonomic Stand, 4K AI Upscaling, & Multicontrol. Buy today!
www.samsung.com
Not really a "copy cat" . Detachable camera. Height adjustable standard. on board smart assistant (bixby/Alexa). can run user apps on the monitor ( as opposed to a A13 dedicated is an even smaller subset of duties. ). It is closer to being a Samsung TV than Studio Display is close to being an Apple TV. It is close to being a 'TV' without a TV tuner. The 'path' to adding the "Smart Function" aspects is an entirely different one than Apple took. The Studio Display's is more a simple mapping of an iPhone 'smart camera' fuction into a webcam (and that is about it besides some audio). For Samsung the camera is an optional function.
The camera sticks out the top because it is extremely likely detachable/modular. The current M8 32" model:
" ... Plus, the camera cover and option to fully detach always protect your privacy.
... "
Smart Monitor M8 | 32 inch M80D | Samsung US
Explore M8 M80D 32" Smart Monitor 4K UHD with speakers, Streaming TV, USB-C port, Ergonomic Stand, 4K AI Upscaling, & Multicontrol. Buy today!
Not really a "copy cat" . Detachable camera. Height adjustable standard. on board smart assistant (bixby/Alexa). can run user apps on the monitor ( as opposed to a A13 dedicated is an even smaller subset of duties. ). It is closer to being a Samsung TV than Studio Display is close to being an Apple TV. It is close to being a 'TV' without a TV tuner. The 'path' to adding the "Smart Function" aspects is an entirely different one than Apple took. The Studio Display's is more a simple mapping of an iPhone 'smart camera' fuction into a webcam (and that is about it besides some audio). For Samsung the camera is an optional function.
Don’t like detachable or sticking out the top. That’s why I stopped using FireWire iSight 😂
Agreed. Though since I use dedicated studio monitors I prefer zero speakers in a display and less cost/complexity. That is what it so un-pro about the Studio Display: Advanced as the speakers may be, anyone who works in pro audio doesn't need the built-in speakers. And anyone using more than one display is paying for the speaker system twice, not to mention the environmental waste from a company who loves to send out green virtue signals.
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The current M8 (M80B) is height adjustable.
Smart Monitor M8 | 32 inch M80D | Samsung US
Explore M8 M80D 32" Smart Monitor 4K UHD with speakers, Streaming TV, USB-C port, Ergonomic Stand, 4K AI Upscaling, & Multicontrol. Buy today!
www.samsung.com
The portrait rotation is new to M8C. [oops edit] Portrait orientation for S9 is in one of the pictures linked in the initial thread article [ that pretty much mandates height adjustment. pic isn't in press release. perhaps in media kit. ] , but the lower down in the line up M5 and M7 models are not height adjustable. It would be somewhat odd if jump into the _9 class and be stuck with same kind of stand the lower end models have.
pretty good chance this is relatively close to a $1K priced monitor. In the general monitor marketplace, $1K and no zero stand adjustment is rare.
They don't mention more than one video input, but again one input would be quite odd given the likely price point due to competitive features at that price point in the general monitor market.
P.S. Did find portrait mode in media kit images. theverge of the picture has caption .
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You can rotate the ViewFinity S9 to a portrait orientation. Image: Samsung ..."
Samsung takes on Apple and LG with its own 5K display for creative pros
It’s the same size and same resolution as the Studio Display.
www.theverge.com
Also the camera is detached in the portrait photo. Typically rotation means extending to max height and then rotating. Rotating very rectangular screens at minimum height setting tend to bump into the desk/stand due to lack of clearance.
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Let’s just hope these don’t include a fan. The sole reason for me returning my ASD. Too used to silent computing at this point.
this is fantastic news and hope others will follow. Apple abused their 5k position for way too long. If Samsung prices this well, it will be a hit with mac users.
The Apple's version is insanely overpriced. Now, lets get 32" 6-7k version also and we all benefit.
I hope there will be more good news like this from CES. Can't wait
The Apple's version is insanely overpriced. Now, lets get 32" 6-7k version also and we all benefit.
I hope there will be more good news like this from CES. Can't wait
It's going to be deeply funny if the camera is better than the Studio Display's.
Kind of makes me wish I had waited, but the nano-texture finish on the Studio Display has been a quiet game-changer for me, their anti-glare is gonna have to be pretty hard to match up
Kind of makes me wish I had waited, but the nano-texture finish on the Studio Display has been a quiet game-changer for me, their anti-glare is gonna have to be pretty hard to match up
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Big fan of Samsung - for the simple reason Apple have to respect that market competitor (although, obviously, up the price for essentially the same thing) but then get proactive in the labs. Am I wrong in thinking Apple are expected to release a mid-budget and V2 display this year so this is just solid good news all round. Let the exactly same monitor wars (but at different prices) begin!!
that meme has kinda run its course... its was 3 years ago the Pro Display didnt come with a stand. Studio display does.
Matte display finish? Damn, it seems like I’ll have to end up getting a Studio Display if I want a crystal clear glossy screen.
Am I a niche of 1 for hoping to see much better multi-device support? Especially more flexibility as far as Picture-by-picture controls? I've got an "older" LG ultrawide and it's very limited as far as displaying two devices at the same time, like being limited to Thunderbolt and HDMI inputs and not the DisplayPort. I'd also like to see more remote control support instead of the traditional button controls.
No speakers or microphone, though, unless I’m mistaken. It will be interesting to see how they’re priced.
another "agreed". screw speakers in a screen. who wants that. they *always* suck. any $20 set sounds better.
But also agree it will be close to price of Studio Display. They prob *could* make it cheaper... but no need. Apple users are their target, and it just needs to be cheap enough to buy rather than apple. Classic business model. How the world works.
Really? All of Samsung's "Smart Monitors" so far have had Bixiby/Alexa built in. Kind of hard to have either of those and not microphone so assistant can 'hear' or 'speakers' so assistant can talk. May not have a surround sound , Dobly audio built in but probably can listen and talk.
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I cannot believe to read this. A 5K monitor that is not from LG or Apple? It almost looked like this won't happen ever again, especially as all the other companies stopped selling 5k monitors after one revision.
Really excited to see this one in action!
Really excited to see this one in action!