Why OLED gaming monitors may be further from reality than we thought
Earlier this year, Dell showed us the promise of an exciting new future for gaming monitors with the reveal of the Alienware 55-inch OLED gaming display. We loved it. But according to new reports, it may never see the light of day. Is PC gaming on a big OLED monitor a dream that will never come true?
Is this the new gold standard in television technology?
The Hisense ULED XD is essentially two LCD panels smooshed into a single TV. Throw in a special chipset and a bunch of buzzwords and you might just have the best TV technology yet. OLED, QLED, and all, beware!
The new ThinkPad X1 Extreme has a 4K OLED screen and a Core i9 processor
The ThinkPad X1 Extreme is one powerful laptop, and now Lenovo has announced its second generation. The new version comes with a vibrant 4K OLED display and the latest 9th-gen Core i9 processor. Lenovo also announced a pair of affordable business laptops under the sub-brand of "ThinkBook."
The Razer Blade’s new 4K OLED gaming laptop starts at a whopping $3,299
Razer has announced a bevy of new gaming laptops, including two with advanced display technologies. One has an OLED 4K screen, the other offers a 240Hz refresh rate for a fast, smooth gaming experience. Razer has rearranged its Base Model configurations, now offering a cheaper way to get a 144Hz display.
Sony’s 2019 TV lineup includes a 98-inch 8K LED that costs more than a Corvette
The Sony 2019 TV lineup is revealed, including 8K and 4K models ranging in size from 43- to 98-inches and in price from $650 to a number much, much larger. The models will be available soon and look to be some of Sony's best yet.
Dell adds OLED display option to its Alienware M15 gaming laptop
Dell has come through on its promise to add an OLED display option to its gaming laptops, although it's only one so far and it comes a month late. The Alienware M15 now has configurable options for 1080p, 4K, and high-refresh-rate displays, alongside the new OLED option for prospective buyers.
Don’t expect to see the new Dell XPS 15 with OLED display until April
At CES 2019, Dell announced that it would launch versions of the XPS 15, Alienware m15 and G7 15 with brighter and vibrant OLED screens in March, but there could now be a delay in release. A new tweet from Dell executive Frank Azor suggests that these new devices might not come until a month later.
It took three years, but OLED laptops are having another moment at CES
To our surprise, OLED laptops made a strong showing at CES 2019. With options in the works from most of the major PC manufacturers, it seems that OLED is making its comeback, and it could turn out to be one of the most important laptop trends of 2019.
The best TVs of CES 2019, from 8K to 219-inch Micro LEDs to roll-up OLEDs
We pounded 16 miles of CES 2019 show floor, carefully considered each TV from every major manufacturer, and have compiled the best into this one handy guide, with plenty of pictures and links to our videos diving deep into each model.
At CES 2019, LG’s new 8K TVs push the edge of the technology envelope
Details on the premium TVs LG will bring to CES 2019 include more than just bigger screens and higher resolution. HDMI 2.1, eARC, and Amazon Alexa are all exciting new features making an appearance, too. We discuss all the key elements you can expect in LG's sparkling new TV lineup.
Sony debuts its massive Master Series 8K consumer TV at CES 2019
When Sony showed off its first 8K prototype at CES 2018, we were blown away by the intensity of its HDR brightness, and excited to see it come to market. That day is here, and Sony's new 8K TVs come in huge, 85- and 98-inch sizes. With 4x the resolution of 4K, these new projector-class TVs are very impressive.
2019 could be the year LG finally rolls out its OLED TV
After years of being shown demos of amazingly flexible OLED TV displays, LG might just be ready to bring a roll-up OLED TV to market, if recent rumours are to be believed. If true, it would mark the first time you'll be able to buy a TV that can disappear from view, yet not require a custom install.
Apple’s foldable iPhone: Here’s everything we know
Everyone and their mother is seemingly working on a folding phone, and Apple is no exception. However, while everyone else is sticking with the same design, Apple is quietly testing out some crazy new ideas for a folding display. Here's everything we know about Apple's folding iPhone.
LG price cuts on C8 OLED TVs for Black Friday are more of a sliver than a slash
LG has cut prices on its vaunted C8 series OLED TVs, but the deals aren't as good as last year, and therefore are less compelling. Still, if you're in the market for a new TV this year and want to get the best overall TV money can buy, we still suggest giving these deals a serious look.
Up close with LG’s 88-inch 8K OLED TV. Here’s why it matters | Video
LG has unveiled the first 88-inch 8K OLED TV and is showing it publicly at IFA 2018. Here's why we're excited to see an 8K OLED, even though naysayers suggest it's a technology before its time.
The Ticwatch Pro solves smartwatch battery woes with clever new screen tech
The Mobvoi Ticwatch Pro has two screens stacked on top of each other, and they work together to extend battery life of the Wear OS watch from two days anywhere up to 30 days use. Use Google's Wear OS when it matters, and an LCD display when it battery is more important. Here's how it all works.
Apple is still working on an iPhone without the notch, new patent reveals
A set of patents have been awarded to Apple this week, including one that shows that the company is working on an edge-to-edge iPhone that doesn't have a notch.
MicroLED is the new hotness in TVs. But OLED isn’t going anywhere
Samsung wowed the crowds at CES 2018 with its 146-inch display using MicroLED technology called “The Wall.” But it’s OLED that will soon land in your living room.
Totally tubular tech: 20 of the coolest products at CES 2018
Each year, we discover tons of incredible technology at CES. From smart windows to giant race-ready robots, these are the coolest products.
We discuss wallpaper TVs, roll-up TVs, and OLED canyons with LG’s Tim Alessi
We talk with LG about its wallpaper OLED TVs, Technicolor partnership, roll-up TV, and canyons made of OLED screens.
Television talk dominates the opening salvo from CES 2018
Crazy new television trends, virtual assistant integration by major TV manufacturers, wireless charging, advances in laptop technology.
Samsung’s 146-inch MicroLED is an assault on OLED. Just don’t get too close
Samsung unveils two massive and gorgeous TVs at its First Look event during CES 2018, including its first-ever MicroLED TV.
iPhone X beats Samsung’s Note 8 and 7 Edge in OLED display burn-in test
Korean tech site Cetizen tested the iPhone X against Samsung Galaxy devices to measure how long it takes to show burn-in effects.
TWB Podcast 148: iPhone X delayed?; Fall TV buyers guide; Voltron technology
The iPhone X has yet to begin production and a preview of the best TVs you can buy this Fall will answer all the questions you may have.
Enjoy all of your new TV’s benefits with our LG C7 OLED setup and unboxing guide
There's no point in buying an expensive, beautiful television if you can't get it working! Our LG C7 OLED setup & unboxing guide will help.
The Loewe paper-thin Bild X OLED TV is magnetically suspended in a golden frame
The latest company to show us how it intends to blend a television screen into our home decor is Loewe, with the astonishing Bild X.
From Alexa to massive OLED TVs, CEDIA 2017 blueprints the future of home theater
CEDIA is where the homes of the future are born. Here's a rundown on the trends we expect to see on the floor at CEDIA 2017.
Apple reportedly making strides with next-gen micro LED display tech
As the world waits to find out whether Apple's next iPhone will get an OLED screen, the company could be on the verge of something better.
Why there probably won’t be an iPhone 9
Apple's iPhone 9 may be a few years away, but it's shaping up to be the company's best yet. Here's what we know about it so far.
