Philips launches 49B2U5900CH monitor

Philips has announced the launch of its new 49B2U5900CH monitor. Tailored for office professionals seeking to boost productivity in the workplace, and equally fitting for home-office users who require highly collaborative products, it stands as an ideal office companion.

As reported by TechPowerUp, the 49B2U5900CH maintains the design ethos of its Philips series counterparts, featuring a sleek triple-sided ultra-narrow bezel. It boasts a 48.8-inch VA curved display, offering a 178-degree viewing angle both horizontally and vertically. With a color depth of 10-bit, an aspect ratio of 32:9, a resolution of 5120 x 1440, a refresh rate of 75Hz, a brightness of 400 nits, and a contrast ratio of 3000:1, this monitor promises vivid imagery. Its color performance impresses with 119% sRGB and 97% NTSC color gamut coverage, backed by VESA DisplayHDR 400 certification. Moreover, it has received TÜV Rheinland’s EyeSafe certification, ensuring a comfortable viewing experience even over extended periods. The monitor is equipped with a 5MP Busylight webcam, supports Windows Hello, and can sync with Microsoft Teams status, delivering a seamless video calling experience.

The 49B2U5900CH provides a plethora of connectivity options, including HDMI 2.0, DP 1.4, a Type-C port (supporting DP alt mode and 100W power delivery), and an audio jack, alongside a gigabit ethernet port for network connectivity, plus dual 3W speakers. It also features KVM functionality, supporting PBP/PIP, allowing users to switch input sources via buttons on the monitor frame or directly from the keyboard. Philips has thoughtfully included a retractable headphone hook on the side of the monitor. Additionally, this model is mounted on an ergonomically designed stand that is also VESA mount compatible for wall installations.

The Philips 49B2U5900CH monitor is priced at £949.99 in the UK market and is set to be released in mid-November of this year.