Monitor Test: Philips 240PW9 and LG Flatron E2340T

Philips 240PW9

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Two more monitors are heading for our product survey today with the much-awaited Philips 240PW9, complete with 5 ms IPS panel, and LG’s Flatron E2340T budget display.

With its IPS panel, the Philips 240PW9 offers wider viewing angles than TN displays. It has a height-adjustable stand that’s mounted on a swivel base, and can even be spun round into portrait mode. On paper, at least, it looks fantastic!

The LG Flatron E2340T isn’t aiming quite so high with its 5ms TN panel plus VGA and DVI entries. Even the inclusion of LED backlighting won’t be enough to keep the attention of some of our readers. This model does, however, mark a turning point in the history of the LCD monitor, as it proves that LED technology is now within the grasp of the entry-level market!

>  Product Test: Philips 240PW9

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