Samsung's 'Odyssey Ark' is a 55-Inch 4K Monitor with Six Speakers
Colin Smith — August 16, 2022 — Tech
References: samsung & washingtonpost
Samsung unveiled its ultra high-end gaming monitor, the 'Odyssey Ark.' This is a $3,500 USD monitor with never-before-seen features that cover every necessary feature a monitor could have. Firstly, the Ark is a 55-inch, heavily curved display. Samsung intends the user to sit close to the monitor to allow the device to curve around them as sort of a gaming pod. When seated in this position, many features on the monitor begin to pop out.
Firstly, the Ark boast a peak brightness of 2,000 nits as well as full HDR support for both games and movies. Additionally, the Ark has support for varying refresh rates between 60Hz up to 165Hz. On top of this, the immersion is upgraded through the use of six speakers built into the monitor, one in each corner and two in the center.
The Ark Odyssey allows for convenient cable management, as it features a single cable that connects to the monitor on one end and a hub box on the other. This hub features all necessary interface options, such as USB ports, HDMI ports, an ethernet port, and more.
One unique feature of the Ark Odyssey is that it can be used in portrait mode, allowing for the screen to be split into three subcategories that each act as a separate monitor. This means users can play a game while watching a video and monitoring a chat application, all conveniently and intuitively separated directly by the monitor.
Image Credit: Washington Post; Samsung
Firstly, the Ark boast a peak brightness of 2,000 nits as well as full HDR support for both games and movies. Additionally, the Ark has support for varying refresh rates between 60Hz up to 165Hz. On top of this, the immersion is upgraded through the use of six speakers built into the monitor, one in each corner and two in the center.
The Ark Odyssey allows for convenient cable management, as it features a single cable that connects to the monitor on one end and a hub box on the other. This hub features all necessary interface options, such as USB ports, HDMI ports, an ethernet port, and more.
One unique feature of the Ark Odyssey is that it can be used in portrait mode, allowing for the screen to be split into three subcategories that each act as a separate monitor. This means users can play a game while watching a video and monitoring a chat application, all conveniently and intuitively separated directly by the monitor.
Image Credit: Washington Post; Samsung
Trend Themes
1. Ultra-immersive Monitors - There's a market for immersive displays that provide an all-in-one solution for gaming enthusiasts, making it an opportunity for companies to innovate on this trend.
2. Single Cable Interface - Consumers appreciate convenient cable management in their computer setup, making it an opportunity for companies to provide a singular connection point for multiple interfaces.
3. Portrait Mode Displays - The ability to have one display function as three is an innovative concept that can be used in various industries beyond gaming.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming - Companies can innovate the gaming industry with ultra-immersive monitors with exceptional features like high brightness, full HDR support, and built-in speakers to provide an unforgettable gaming experience.
2. Audio-visual Technology - Companies can innovate on the single cable interface trend by manufacturing advanced hubs that connect with multiple devices in a way that increases customer convenience in audio-visual technology.
3. Media - Portrait mode displays can be used in media companies, to help with a multitasking approach, particularly in newsrooms, whereby journalists can cover different stories with ease at a go.
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