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EIZO Unveils FlexScan FLT Monitor

EIZO Corporation introduces the FlexScan FLT, or “Future Leading Technology”, the world’s most power-efficient monitor. Lightweight, sleek and sustainable, this 23.8-inch Full HD (1920 x 1080) display achieves a groundbreaking Class A rank on the European Energy Label – a first for any monitor globally.

For more than 30 years, EIZO has led the development of power-efficient, ergonomic, and eco-conscious monitors within the business enterprise sector. In 2023, the company accelerated its efforts and committed to achieve carbon neutrality across the entire value chain by 2040. The FlexScan FLT is part of its “Transition to Net Zero” plan and embodies EIZO’s vision for the future.

Its sustainability-focused approach, robust functionality, and sleek design reflect EIZO’s commitment to continuous innovation – not just for today’s challenges, but for a brighter tomorrow.

 

Future-Leading Sustainability

Sustainability leaders in organisations worldwide must make informed decisions when procuring technology that will help them meet their sustainability goals. With a typical power consumption of just 6 watts, the FLT can make an immediate positive impact on energy usage associated energy costs.

The FlexScan FLT achieved TCO Certified Generation 10, the highest tier of EPEAT Gold and the EPEAT Climate+ designation, reinforcing its environmental advantages.

Its housing incorporates 95% recycled plastic, promoting the reduction of plastic waste, conservation of resources, and reuse of materials. The monitor’s packaging and cushioning are also made from recycled materials to minimise environmental impact. Optimised packaging size allows for increased loading efficiency by approximately 50% and a decrease in GHG (Greenhouse Gas) emissions during transport by up to 42%. Corporate customers have options for collective packaging, with or without desk stands, to further reduce overall waste and streamline installation time.

From the procurement and manufacturing to shipping and usage, the GHG emissions throughout the entire product lifecycle of the FLT have been reduced by approximately 32% compared to a previous 23.8-inch monitor.

 

Future-Leading Workstyle

As modern workstyles diversify, workspaces must evolve to empower individuals to work efficiently, creatively, and comfortably. The FLT features USB Type-C ports for a single-cable connection to a laptop, enabling video display, USB signal transmission, and a maximum of 60 watts of power supply to a connected PC. The FlexScan FLT is also the first EIZO monitor to support power supply from external devices via USB Type-C, allowing it to operate without the need for an AC adapter.

The FlexScan FLT’s Auto EcoView function automatically adjusts the screen brightness based on ambient lighting changes, while the EcoView Optimizer 2 function fine-tunes brightness and gain according to displayed content. Together, these technologies enhance viewing comfort and minimise power consumption. The monitors new Eco Mode preset automatically activates both functions for easy access.

Users can view the power consumption of the FLT and connected devices, including the PC, in real time through the OSD, promoting eco-consciousness. Additionally, they can choose to display this information statically at the edge of the screen for quick, at-a-glance reference.

Future-Leading Design

Design and atmosphere play a vital role in office environments, significantly enhancing employee productivity and creativity while reflecting the company’s values and culture. Weighing just 2.4 kg and featuring a sleek bezel thickness of 24.4 mm, the monitor creates a streamlined and unobtrusive office environment. Its distinct ‘hollow’ bezel design offers a frameless appearance, further elevating its modern, future-inspired aesthetic.

Mounted on a unique arm, the monitor creates a floating effect that allows it to blend seamlessly into any workspace. The arm provides flexible positioning for the screen and features an integrated clamp for effortless attachment and removal by simply twisting the base.

Availability

The FlexScan FLT will begin shipping in December. The date of availability may vary by country or region. Contact the nearest EIZO group company or distributor for details.

Google announces new settings and features to help parents, teens and families navigate safer experiences online

Parents  think deeply about how their children should use technology, including how to strike the right balance for time spent online. Every family has different needs and perspectives on this topic. Today, Google is announcing a new setting for Android phones and other devices that empowers parents to use a School time feature.

Helping students focus on learning during school hours

Google regularly engages with parents when designing products, and often hears directly from parents who do not want their children distracted at school but still want to be able to get in touch in case of emergency.

That’s why this year Google has introduced School time on Fitbit Ace LTE smartwatches. Over the next year, School time will be rolled out to even more devices including select Android phones, tablets and wearables including Samsung Galaxy Watches as part of ongoing work to promote productive learning environments.

School time enables parents to set their child’s personal device to a dedicated home screen with limited functionality during school hours, which helps reduce distractions during class. Parents can schedule and select which apps are allowed during School time in Family Link, the parental controls app for Google and YouTube. Parents will also have the option to allow calls or texts from specific contacts.

School time can also be turned on outside of class when it may be time to focus or take a break from screens. For teens who are not supervised by a parent through Family Link, Focus mode on Android devices can be used to prevent notifications and limit distractions during a specific time period.

Additional settings for teens and teen supervision

As children grow into teens, parents may want different supervision options to better reflect their teens’ understanding and use of technology. Recognising that the settings a family wants to use can differ by age and developmental stage Google is continuing to provide tailored settings and experiences:

  • New supervision features for parents of teens are coming to YouTube. In an update rolling out later this summer, parents and teens will be able to link their accounts, enabling parents to gain visibility into their teens’ activity and interests on YouTube.

  • In Family Link, supervision can be enabled for all ages. This helps give parents flexibility to determine the apps, products and experiences their teens can use, while also continuing to monitor their activity and set digital ground rules such as screen time limits or location sharing.

  • Default safety settings for all users under 18. This includes turning SafeSearch on, implementing content restrictions and turning autoplay off on YouTube. Recently introduced new safeguards limit recommendations of videos with content that could be problematic, especially for teens, if viewed in repetition –  such as content related to body image.

Ongoing investment in parental controls

Google is continuously investing in research and development to address the evolving needs of parents and children. By working closely with experts in child development, education and technology, with the goal to help ensure that time online and offline is time well spent.