When we think of monitors we think of them as an endpoint for a PC – simply a display device for something else. Samsung is doing things a bit differently with its line of Smart Monitors, now available in South Africa, which offer a wide range of functionality for work and play without the need to plug it into a TV.
Like good responsible adults let’s start with the work side of things before we get to leisure. The king of productivity is still the Microsoft Office 365 Suite offering a programme for just about every part of the job.
Samsung Smart Monitors can use Microsoft Office 365 Suite natively without the need for any external devices or extra hardware. Simply connect your Office licence and you’re off to the races getting things done right there on your Smart Monitor.
With so much work being done inside this suite you’ll be amazed by how far you can go with a nice and clean setup that’s just your monitor, some input devices, and a wall plug.
Those who love their offices (either at home or in an actual office) to be as minimal as possible, well you’ll enjoy what’s on offer here. The Smart Monitor range also has built-in USB ports to plug in those input devices.
A Samsung Smart Monitor, a wireless keyboard and a wireless mouse are all you need for a completely clutter free desk. If your devices connect via Bluetooth they can be used here thanks to the monitors coming with support for this in the box.
There’s not even a need to go shopping for wireless audio because these monitors have dual built-in speakers. What more could you want?
As much as we like to tell the boss that this YouTube video is somehow related to work, when it’s time to relax the Smart Monitors still have you covered. The beautiful screens in this range can offer the good old standard of 1920 X 1080 or you can bump things up to 3840 X 2160 – it’s your choice to suit your needs and wallet.
The aforementioned YouTube is, again, supported natively so you can binge as much as you want. When YouTube doesn’t cut it, or you’ve run out of things to watch there, well no stress. Both Netflix and HBO get support here so there’s a wide array of streaming options all from one device.
We’ve come to expect devices like smartphones doing everything without the need to plug extra components in, and now this kind of all-in-one functionality finally arrives on our desks.
And, as the cherry on top, these monitors are, at the end of the day, monitors. You can still connect them to your desktop PCs, notebooks or just about anything that works over HDMI.
If your monitor doesn’t do it all, it may be time for an upgrade.
To get your own Samsung Smart Monitor shop local listings from South African retailers Wootware and Matrix Warehouse.
