The box came in a conforming box with the specifications clearly label on the side on the box. The 5-inch display with 480 x 960 pixels and an 18:9 aspect ratio. The first touch felt thicker with sharper corners than experienced in many recent phones. The back felt plastic but comfortable to hold in one hand, the visual display not as good as seen on other phones. The phone is available in Black, Gold, Blue.
Dimensions:
Dimensions 5.42 x 2.59 x 0.39 inches (137.6 x 65.7 x 9.8 mm)
Weight 4.73 oz (134 g) the average is 5.8 oz (167 g)
Key Features:
5-inch 960 x 480 LCD
MediaTek MT6739 CPU
1GB RAM
8GB storage + microSD
· 5MP rear camera
2000mAh batt
Warranty
Alcatel offers a 24-month handset warranty and six months battery warranty.
Setup:
The phone came as a standard Android setup. The power on, booth up took longer than expected as compared to other more expensive models. The typical options Synchronising contacts in multiple accounts was on the phone. The initial setup resulted in 2 / 3 crashes resulting in the phone required to be powered down and on again.
Camera:
The camera menu is distracting and vague on the phone, the 5MP rear camera was blurry and unclear, the picture quality was poor when compared to many new phones. The phone image via the camera seemed blurry, spinning the phone around the room resulted in a blurry image on the screen.
Radio:
The phone came with an inbuilt FM radio and RDS (2) functionality, the phone can be used as a traditional radio with the option to store 6 favourites channels or with visual information related to the radio program displayed. The Alcatel 1 comes with Headphones 3.5mm connector which is a declining trend on many new phones. (Earphones supplied) The Headphones Jack and radio are positive on this phone.
Conclusion:
This phone is a budget phone that makes and receives calls but not a phone to watch extended video content or play 3D games. The 2000mAh battery life reduced considerably when trying to play games. YouTube video playing resulted in the phone crashing on occasions. The Smartphone is powered by a quad-core MediaTek MT6739 processor,1.28GHz quad-core aided by 1 GB of RAM, the processor and RAM is of low spec ensuring multitasking is not practical on this phone. The booth up took longer than expected, waiting around until the android phone set up. The 480 x 960 pixels display is nothing exciting, but the touch screen scroll felt meagre when sliding between screens.
The phone crashed on occasions which may be down to the negligible 1GB of RAM as compared to other phones. The Alcatel 1 is a budget phone that has the main features of an Android phone, scientific calculator, currency check, unit conversion etc but lacks a punch. The phone has good support centre on the phone app, FAQ, contact us, feedback, e-warranty, hardware diagnostic, device info etc
The Alcatel 1 would not be a phone for demanding teens due to the requirement of a good high-end camera, this may be a phone for an older generation that requires to make and receive calls without the need for a good camera. However for a first phone perhaps for the younger teens it would suffice.
This next batch of cases has just arrived from Ringke who make mobile phone cases and accessories for many leading smartphone brands and we have some cases and more for the Google Pixel 3XL. Below in the video we have a full image gallery and video review of all the cases we have tried out today and these cases will certainly protect your shiny new expensive Google Pixel 3XL.
First case up is the RINGKE ONYX which is a durable TPU case with shock absorption with a cool look on the back this also matches the colour of our device and gives really good grip.
Second case up is the Ringke Fusion which is a transparent case for the Pixel 3XL and offers again the protection you need with a scratch resistant backing.
The last case which is my favourite by far is the Fusion X in Ruby red and this really looks well on the phone and offering even more protection all round for you 3XL. Check the video below for images and walkthrough of the above cases.
Also we got a very handy Ringke spinner ring. This is for those who go caseless more or less and it simply sticks to the rear of your device and not only that it offers a 3 way setting to sit or your whilst you consume media which is really handy.
Wireless charging is still a very slow trend here in Ireland but slowly gaining attention due to more smartphones now having it built-in and not relying just on standard charging and when you get used to the idea you will not want to go near a plug again and will just like to drop that phone down and that’s it.
Recently I reviewed another product which made life simple and this product also follows suit with its execution.Not only does it look well its built well too and has a nice rubberized texture throughout. On one side of the unit we have a power key and a row of LED lights to give us a power status level and if charging wired or wireless. There is one micro usb port and one USB port so there is nothing difficult about it when it comes to set-up. You can in fact charge two devices at the same time here.
On top there is 12 suction cups which keep your phone in place which is quite secure if your device has no case or it also holds onto clear gel or plastic type cases too. You can use this unit in two ways. Either via Qi charging when you set the device on top or with the built-in 5000 mAh battery on board you can carry it with you and keep your device attached and still take calls on the go. The unit is around the same size as an average smartphone but obviously thicker but not heavy.
What I like here is the execution and how it can be used with simplicity either at home or on the go and again in the office you are covered and especially with the juice on board which would suit anyone on the go or for those who suffer with battery anxiety you can connect direct with a cable or use wirelesly on the move and again this will easily fit into a pocket too.
Features
5000 mAh Qi Wireless Powerbank
Includes 1x 2.1A USB port to charge up two devices simultaneously
PowerBank LED battery status light
LED power indicator light distinguishes between wireless and wired charging
Plug into power source for Qi certified 5W Qi charger, output 5V-1A
Wireless charging distance: 6mm
Suction cups for ease of transport and continuously perfect alignment
Charges smartphone first, refills powerbank battery second
Case friendly with cases up to 3mm thickness and do not contain a battery/other metal
I have been using STM bags for a few years now and they are my chosen product to carry my tech goods about which I use daily as they are robust and reliable and I have never had an issue with them. The New Myth collection once again highlights the great build quality and functionality of these bags and I can recommend these with ease if you are looking for a new bag to hold your expensive cargo.
The Myth line is comprised of a 28L capacity backpack, 18L backpack, laptop brief, and laptop sleeve, as well as two storage accessory items—the Must Stash and the larger Dapper Wrapper. Each pack and brief boasts abundant storage, divided into roomy sections that easily house daily essentials: a laptop, tablet, phone, and documents (the roomier backpacks even have enough space to house incidentals such as a lightweight jacket or lunch bag).
Suspended tech cells for digital gear provide ample protection for fragile contents, and numerous zippers and pockets throughout the bags help ensure that all smaller items (batteries, cables, pens, etc.) remain organised and safely in place. Check out the in depth look at the Laptop Brief below in the video.
The Smart Health Wristband came in a sturdy box with the main features clearly listed on the box. The smart health wristband was sturdy, reasonable light, comfortable on the wrist. The battery life was listed as 15 days on the box with a variety of sites claimed 30 hours to 30 days. The contents were limited while fulfilled the requirement of use. The wristband came with no charger cable (as not required). This design is positive in not carrying around another charger lead. The smart health wristband plugs directly into a wall charger, laptop etc with extension USB power cable if required.
Features
Fitness / Health Tracker – Track your Steps, Heart Rate, Blood Oxygen, Distance Travelled and much more
Battery life. The box (as supplied) states 15 days with their website stating up to 30 days of battery life. The days are dependent on the frequency of the device is synced.
IP67 Waterproof / Dustproof – This rating means that the SWB200 is protected from dust, and against water up to depths of 1m
Find your device function – Use the ‘Search Wristband’ function, causing the wristband to vibrate allowing you to find it with ease
Notification alerts – Enable silent vibrating functions to alert you of calls, messages alarms and more
Sleep Tracker
See information on how you sleep, the length and periods where you were in a deep sleep or shallow sleep, as well as how many times you woke and your entire sleep time.
Redefine Healthy Life
The incorporation of comprehensive big data detailed examination, internet of things used to derive information, provides a tailored daily health service.
Remote Photo Taker
Simply rotate or shake your SWB200 to control your smartphone and take photos! Who needs a selfie stick or tripod?
Compatibility
Android: 4.4+
Apple: iOS8+
Bluetooth: 4.0+
The App:
The August pulse app can be easily downloaded by searching for the App of scanning the QR code. The app got a poor rating of 2.8 out of 5. This score is a fair score as the app suffers from annoying bugs/design. The app has many annoying setup features, the app requests access to make and manage phone calls, access to your contacts, send and view SMS messages, access photos, media and files on your device, take pictures and record video.
The upgraded software version deletes a personal setting, date of birth etc, previous settings. The app setup had bugs in finding the save button often not clearly visible, the time was auto set but when the app upgraded to the latest software version, this reset all personal details. The app paired easily to an android phone but often lost the pairing when returning within the range. The year for date of birth was not available to scroll, instead this required scroll month by month to get to the year of your birth. (This was noticed on a One Plus One phone but worked ok on a Samsung S8.)
The app has many good features which are clear, Steps, Heart Rate, Blood Oxygen, Distance Travelled, and calories burnt, stopwatch function, your fatigue state, Sleep Tracker, Find Device Function (within Bluetooth range) The Heart Rate gave a daily/weekly/monthly view. The manual does advise measurements are for reference only and are not for medical use.
Overview:
The Heart Rate / Blood Oxygen, options may not be calibrated to the medical industry but would give a trend of personal medical conditions. The wristband picked up obvious changes when out for a brisk walk or Blood pressure times of the days. The August smart health wristband swb200b came with a single strap which was comfortable for most adults, the dual studs on the strap prevent the strap for falling off by accident. This smart health wristband was comfortable to wear. The August marketing department require to get their act together on the battery life, (giving a consistency message of the battery life) getting over 20 days charger and still, battery left.
The August smart health wristband swb200b has featured superior to many trackers that are triple the price. The Heart Rate / Blood Oxygen / Fatigue features are great, the waterproof is a real positive on the wristband. One of my favourites is the charger of the wristband, there is no proprietary charger, simple remove the strap for the wristband and plug the unit directly into a USB charger. The August smart health wristband swb200 is not a budget device as compared to many alternatives but packs a host of features to rival some of the market leaders.
Recently I checked out the RevoNext QT3 headphones and as stated the look was great but the sound was a bit of a letdown and I did not like the cable set up which still remains on the RX8. However this time around the RX8 again looks great with its transparent look in several colours and delivers better on sound quality.
Features.
DUAL DRIVERS – RevoNext RX8 In-Ear Headphones include a balanced armature and a dynamic drivers,to deliver amazing bass and excellent detailed analytical ability. No matter you hear, this earphone can provide you an excellent music enjoyment.
PATENTED DESIGN & ERGONOMIC FIT – Application for Europe and USA patent.Ergonomics and soft design-highly elastic TPE material and silicone can better enclose ear canal. Noise Isolating design and the silicone earbuds allow you to fully immerse into your music with any other distraction.
TRANSPARENT HOUSING & EXCELLENT SOUND – RX8 in ear headphones with transparent housing design,you can see the exact quality just from the outside. Not only have unique design with elegant style,but also deliver powerful acoustics and deep bass,bring you a new kind of auditory sense.
COMPATIBLE MODEL – Built-in mic lets you talk hands-free on your device.The cable use 3.5MM 0.78mm 2 pin Detachable Hifi Audio Cable.100% fits Android,also fits iPhone 6/6S Samsung S6 S5 Note 4 Nexus, My pixel 3 XL and various other devices …
The RX8 overall are a worthy purchase if you are into something different that looks different with a good build quality, The sound this time around is better and louder giving a crisp clear punchy sound which at some levels probably too high pitched this depends on source and track type though but overall good alongside the bass offering. Mids and lows are fine and overall i think these performed better than the QT3,clarity overall this time round is great.For me this time I would warrant a purchase here and really for anyone who wants something different looking and is not the audiofile these will easily please many ears.
The Jabra ELITE 45e first look outside of the box, was a smooth and comfortable set of earphones, decent size not too small or not oversized with an impressive look to them. The new Jabra elite 45e is the new earphone that comes with a lot of great features such as an adjustable equaliser which gives you the option to customise your music settings to suit the user of the earphones. It gives you the option to lower and higher the bass, mid-range and the treble all from the workings of your phone. The Jabra sound+ app also has 6 settings for your Jabra elite 45 music pre-sets; the default, speech, bass boost, treble boost, smooth and energize which can all be changed to suit your style.
The packaging is quick and simple to get off. The design was a pleasure to open, nicely packaged inside and are only a matter of sliding the covers off to get your earphone. The packaging is eye-catching and great colour contrast with the brand name.
Box Contains:
Packaging dimensions (L x W x H): 12.4 x5.5 x18.66 cm
Jabra Elite 45e, Micro USB cable, 3 sets of Ear Gels and Ear Wings sizes small, medium and large, Quick Start Guide, Warranty and Warning Leaflets.
Ear set weight: 25.95g.
Warranty: 1 year (2-year dust- and water resistance warranty with in-app registration)
The earphones also have a 2-microphone technology that delivers a clear and smooth wireless performance, that will reduce noises like wind, other people around you in a public place, etc. when in a call to improve your conversation so they are clear.
When you download the Jabra sound + app you can register your earphones to give them a 2-year dust and water resistance warranty. The battery in the earphones will last up to 8 hours which is a long life for a set of wireless earphones. The earphones come with the charger cable (Micro USB cable) which is the same as older android phones which makes it easier for some people who have an android phone as they would tend to have more chargers like the earphone’s charger slot.
The newer Micro C charger cable would be good to have future proof for newer android phones. In the wire that connects the headphones, there is a very flexible memory for devices connected to the earphone set so it will remember them the second time around, so they will connect automatically instead of going through the connecting process again. The earbuds have a magnetic connection that connects them together which keeps them in place around your neck in a comfortable position.
Setup:
Download Jabra sound cloud to get the full earphone experience; not necessary as the earphones will work through Bluetooth on its own.
The turn on and off button can also be used in different ways. To turn on hold down for 3 seconds. When pairing, hold the button for 5 seconds and the LED will shine blue. If looking to call the last person you called double, click the power button. To turn off hold for 3 seconds, the LED will shine red and the earphones will turn off.
The + volume button when pressed will higher the music up and if held for 3 seconds it will change to the next song
The – button will lower the music down when pressed once if pressed for 3 seconds it will go back to the previous song.
The call button will hang up and if held for 3 seconds will mute the conversation.
If the magnets on the earphones are put together the call will be ended and if music is playing it will be paused.
The earphones out of the box had over 50% charge. The pairing was quick and easy. This was aided by the voice commands which gave clear instructions. The earphones are magnetised, which can be put together when not using. This stops the music playing automatically saving pressing additional buttons on your phone.
It takes a second to get the earphones perfect in your ear but once they’re in they will stay in and are very comfortable even when doing sports activities such as running, gym workouts, etc.
They take 2 hours to fully charge and they last up to 8 hours. They are charged with a standard Android phone charger and they come with a mini charger in the box.
They have a noise blocker to ensure calls and music performance are not disturbed. This is the ambient noise reduction, (2-Microphone ambient noise reduction technology). Some other qualities about the Jabra elite 45e are the microphone frequency range-100Hz to 10 kHz, microphone sensitivity- 38 dBV/Pa, speaker size ⌀ 12.4mm, and speaker frequency range 20Hz to 20 kHz.
Conclusion:
The Jabra 45e earphones are unsophisticated to use product (with an abundance of technology inbuilt) which is a pleasure to recommend even when compared to normally wired earphones and wireless earphones. The advantage it has against wired earphones is; if connected to your phone with wired earphones, the wire can drag and cause your phone to fall. There are also no worries about the wire inside the earphones connecting your phone being pulled apart, which is a common fault with wired earphones. These are connected by wireless Bluetooth ensuring there is no need to worry about these things. The advantages of wireless earphones is, if your phone is upstairs and you were listening to music and went to get something downstairs and someone called you, you can just answer with the headphones and talk freely instead of running back up to get your phone , Alternatively if your you just wanted to change the song of choice you can hold the plus or minus button to change the song.
The benefits of the earphones been connected without a cable is significance in the quality of use , the ability to connect to more than one device and to store up to 8 devices in the Jabra memory is impressive, The Jabra 45e earphones are not the top of the range of the Jabra range and lack the noise cancelling which is an exceptional feature in the top of the range models. The Jabra 45e earphones are a quality product, excellent audio, easy setup and use from a trusted brand leader. A champion product in the price range. BUY HERE
The Pixel 3XL has been my primary phone for the last two weeks and during those two weeks much news has come out about this and that wrong with it to which no symptoms I seen after really heavy usage being my primary device doing what I do and even down to the new UI which some folk are moaning about when it comes to gestures which I find more intuitive and its all about change. Simple changes seem to bother us and if nothing is delivered we are still bothered and we really need to adjust and learn how to move on and the changes found on the Pixel 3XL are easy to master after some usage and with PIE on board.
The hard wear itself might look a bit standard but improved over the last two iterations and given most of us would use a case I find it a hard argument to argue with when you wont see the phone itself apart from its front, OK there is some that like to keep their phone naked but then here is where moanfest part 2 comes in with the scratches the glass back seemed to have given but turned out they simply wipe off and to be honest if you get a deep enough scratch on it well tough shit you know glass is glass and we will just leave it there.
I like the build quality of the phone its robust and its rounded edges and corners make the phone feel comfortable in hand being the bigger device. I prefer the bigger device obviously because of the screen but the Pixel 3 standard might be a sweeter spot for some and again the cost. The phone is not cheap by any means and lacking a headphone jack and expandable storage this is a critique some must have but in todays age and again moving forward we are saying goodbye to the likes using cloud storage and wireless headphones which falls in line with Mirco-USB being phased out. Google however here have given us more than what Apple have done with giving us a cable to use headphones, decent headphones bundled in the package and better charging.
Moving on there is the Pixel stand.. This charges much faster than I would have expected and now I use it everyday and it is just great to come in after a day out or whatever and drop the phone on the stand and let it charge up, Also you can still use and charge the phone in landscape mode which is great if you watch movies or Netflix for example like I would in bed and have the stand placed there on my locker and having no fears of the phone dying during a you tube session or watching something else on the device. Again a bit pricey but when you look at it for those whom really like to use their phone for media consumption its a win win.
The buttons on the side of the device are perfect alongside the fingerprint scanner placement given its size and this is important for those who want quick access to their phone however one thing they could have given us is face unlock as this is seen on many devices today even the cheaper phones out there now costing under 200 euro have this and then we have the notch on top which is much of an annoyance to some but it did not really bother me at all.
Another thing I have repeatedly seen was the one camera set up.. Just because others are doing more like two/three lenses on the rear doesn’t mean Google has too, and if I am being honest it is become a stupid race yielding stupid looking phones from the rear and it does not seem to be slowing down either with some of the renders out there which promote nothing but give the folks with trypophobia a phone to steer clear of. The Pixel 3XL can do what other phones do with dual or trio camera set ups with just one lens and does it good.
Another area of concern was RAM . Again no issues for me this is something that will affect people with app choice mostly and again can be controlled with optimisation settings on the device. As a whole we have way to many apps on our phones and do not use half of them and some in fact remain idle for the phones entire life depending on how often you switch phones.
The camera and video quality on the PIXEL 3XL are simply fantastic even in low light situations from a general users standpoint. I have several videos up there showing this and again portrait mode have been quite great.Overall the camera in general even from a point and shoot perspective you will find it hard to go wrong with it given the multiple settings choices you have embedded and the slow mo feature works really well again I have provided samples here.
From a media consumption standpoint this device also ticks all the boxes with the big screen and those front firing speakers which are plenty aloud forward firing speakers and this is ideal and something others could learn about placing speakers a top and bottom of the phone where we tend to hold blocking out the sound..
The camera itself has new options such as enhanced HDR and AR effects thrown in the mix. Now I am not one for selfies but for those who are will be in for a treat to say the least. Probably the biggest for me is the digital zoom when maxed out is really impressive and images can be seen in video reel first at standard and following image maxed out its really impressive for digital zooming especially from a smartphone. Also a real improvement and hard to beat is the low light capabilities here which again really impressed me when using it a launch event where the lighting was terrible and the camera took images as if it was almost daytime in the settings provided at the event.
For video you will be able to shoot at 4K but sadly only at 30fps we really should have 60fps here at this price point but nonetheless its impressive and stabilisation is the best in the game end of story which can be seen through all my handheld samples and no tripods in use at all. If you want slow motion that’s here too and it works really well and again samples have been provided.
If you are into gaming this phone is also capable of heavy loaded games from the few I have tried. I am not a massive gamer fan on mobile but since trying a few games on this I have been popping in and out of the games more often that I usually would because of the screen quality and sound quality provided which makes it a much more enjoyable experience overall and it certainly will keep those happy who have gaming in mind if they are looking for this phone going forward.
General everyday usage on this phone has been the best experience to date when it comes to multitasking and productivity and it’s really fast. I have only encounter two reboots since I put my sim in which can be expected and I am a heavy power user on mobile phone and its been an enjoyable experience.
Battery life for me was a bit poor mainly because I am a heavy user and I did find myself reaching for a charge late in the evening however charging is fast and the pixel stand is an ideal addition which perhaps should have been bundled with the phone to give it some justice for its pricepoint. An average user would easily see a day out of the phone perhaps two days but heavy users certainly will need to top up late in the day based on a 7am start.
For me overall I will be honest the phone is just too expensive lacking some features but this is what we expected it would be but Google at least gave us fast charging and a dongle which something apple forgot however the lack of expandable storage is a big gripe I have and I am not too bothered about the lack of a headphone jack but overall I was impressed with the phone and my sim will be staying put for many reasons being mainly the camera/video experience speed and reliability.
The Pixel 3, with a 5.5” screen, is priced at €899 for the 64GB version and €959 for the 128GB version; meanwhile the larger Pixel 3 XL, which has a 6.3” screen, is priced at €999 for the 64 GBversion and €1099 for the 128GB version. Both sizes come in Just Black and Clearly White, and an additional Not Pink colour is available exclusively from the Google Store. Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XLare available for pre-order now and on sale and in store on 1 November from the Google Storeand Vodafone Ireland. Pixel USB-C earbuds come included with all models.
The LG monitor came in a standard LG Box. The box gave little way in terms of features other than a Gaming Monitor. The 27″ Screen Size is perfect for viewing close but not large enough to view across a room. The Monitor is not a 4k Monitor rather Full HD (1920×1080) Resolution. The Monitor came with ample connector in the rear and a useful headphone out socket. The bracket design as expected from LG is off an excellent design.
Features:
240Hz Refresh Rate
Games are smoother and more thrilling at a higher refresh rate, and this 240Hz monitor can refresh the image on screen up to an astounding 240 times per second. Enjoy high-speed gaming with virtually no motion blur or stuttering.
1ms Motion Blur Reduction
1ms Motion Blur Reduction allows gamers to enjoy the precision and accuracy needed to play at a high level. With a response time that is virtually 1ms, blurring and ghosting are dramatically reduced to make the in-game action smoother and gamer’s reactions more precise.
AMD FreeSync™ Technology
LG’s monitors with AMD FreeSync™* technology reduces the tearing and stuttering that occur between a graphic card’s frame rate and a monitor’s refresh rate. Thanks to FreeSync, gaming enthusiasts can experience seamless, fluid movement throughout any hi-res, heavy-duty game.
Custom Gaming Environment
Optimize the display of different games, then switch between different modes quickly and easily. Precise presets for FPS, RTS and other genres are just a few clicks away. Users can also adjust for personal preferences, including crosshair shapes, brightness, aspect ratio and much more.
Advanced Gaming Features
Serious gaming features for serious gamers. Dynamic Action Sync assures smooth, action while Black Stabilizer reveals enhanced detail in dark scenes. The Crosshair feature helps to enhance accuracy in first-person shooter games.
Warranty:
The warranty is a disappointment from a South Korean multinational electronics company that is known through the world for their quality products with a 1-year warranty.
Setup:
The setup was great in terms of no fiddle bit of screws etc were required, the bracket was self-explanatory to fit and sturdy. The abundance of sockets in the rear allowed connections of a variety of gaming consoles. The HDMI connected with Monitor picking up the resolution to match the input.
Note: The monitor does not come with speakers which would require to be got separate
Overview of LG monitor:
Positives
The resolution runs smooth.
The graphics were very good, a lot better and more stand out than most HD tv today.
Very easy to set up and very compact and easily adjustable.
The adjustability is a great plus for gaming as it is easier and a lot less stressful to adjust to the gamers height and have it at eye level for gaming purposes.
The Custom Gaming Environment and Graphic and colours are very clear and very smooth which make gameplay a lot easier, the games with sensitivity e.g. fortnite, call of duty, etc. allows the increases sensitivity play faster for the player.
Very easy to set up a console and has a variety of HDMI and USB ports so as well as your console it can be used for charging other devices such as phones and iPods, etc.
Negatives
After an hour of gameplay, a power saver mode comes on and displays it in the middle of the screen which could disrupt gameplay.
Buttons are very hidden if not using a mouse and keyboard to use the monitor.
No sound from the monitor unless speakers are provided by the user.
High product in the price range but lacks 4k.
Overall the monitor was a commendable product, but the price is high range considering all the negatives, and not 4K. This is a Premium brand while there are monitors and televisions that are considered to have better graphs and have sound from them. This is a high-quality monitor for gaming that has an earphone slot which is another beneficial thing for gamers, Gameplay is very good and smooth leaving a traditional LED with similar resolution miles behind with the technology graphic cards frame rate and refresh rate. This is a serious gaming Monitor for serious gamers.