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(More customer reviews)I bought this to reward myself for getting a scholarship, (which is rather counter-intuitive, but hey you need to celebrate.) and I was pleasantly surprised. This was not before swearing at the computer for about 30 minutes trying to install all the drivers the right way, but once it worked, the 3d effects were quite amazing.
I was disappointed to find that nothing really jumped OUT at you, but instead it felt like the monitor was a window to a smaller world. Nevertheless, it was very impressive. It didn't put as much of a press on my computer as all the reviews said it would, I was still getting very acceptable framerates playing rather demanding games using a GTX 275.
The glasses are pretty cool looking, and as a small bonus, they come charged enough to work out of the box. The monitor is really fantastic too, beautiful 1080p resolution, bright colors, and you can adjust it a lot of different ways for the best angle.
I originally got this for the games, and I was really shocked at how well all of them worked, I've yet to reach a game that doesn't support it.
My beef with this is the price. I would have waited if I wasn't so impulsive. The price was just a bit too high for what you get. It's cool and everything, but you are definitely paying a premium for new technology. It is cool enough that I'm keeping it though - I'm not regretting it THAT much.
And since this is a new technology, the amount of media for this is pretty small for everything but the games. There are a couple picture sets on nvidia website, but aside from that, you are pretty much stuck playing games for the 3d effect.
tl;dr: If you have the money, and PLAY GAMES, I'd recommend this. Otherwise, wait it out.
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ASUS VG236H 23-Inch 120 Hz 3D Ready Panel Monitor with nVidia 3D Vision Kit - BlackShift into 3D Experience a new, exciting 3D world with the immersive 23-inch VG236H 3D Vision Kit featuring NVIDIA® 3D Vision™ technology that reinvents your movies, videos, and games for the third dimension.This all-inclusive 3D bundle includes four components that provide everything you need to easily connect to a compatible PC1 and start enjoying 3D in brilliant HD splendor. The VG236H pushes the envelope of 3D entertainment with a 3D Vision Content Ecosystem that includes state-of-the art wireless NVIDIA 3D Vision glasses, 3D Vision Emitter, and advanced software for 3D compatibility on NVIDIA GPU-powered PCs1. Now you can view your favorite games, photos, Blu-ray movies, and the Internet in 3D, for a mind-altering experience straight out of the box.
Key Features
The included NVIDIA 3D Vision technology kit for an all-inclusive, 3D-enabling experience1 (Learn more)
23-inch Full HD 1080p Color-Shine display brings visuals to the third dimension in brilliant HD quality (Learn more)
Dual-link DVI and HDMI port provides multiple ways to connect to PCs(Learn more)
Trace Free II Technology delivers a judder-free 120Hz refresh rate with an ultra-fast 2ms response rate (Learn more)
100,000:1 contrast ratio with auto-adjusting ASUS Contrast Ratio Technology for true-to-life images2 (Learn more)
Ultra-bright visual lighting at 400cd/m2 (m-squared) (Learn more)
Stylish design with height, swivel, and tilt adjustment for enhanced ergonomics (Learn more)
ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology optimizes image quality with custom presets2 (Learn more)
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The Ultimate 3D Package
Mind-Blowing 3D Entertainment
Amazing in Any Dimension
Built-in Style and Comfort
Image Quality
ASUS Comprehensive Warranty Package
What's in the Box The entire VG236H package contains a VG236H LCD Monitor, 3D Vision Wireless Glasses, Emitter, Advanced 3D Software, Dual-Link DVI Cable, VGA Cable, Power Cord and Adapter, Quick Starter Guide, and Warranty Information Card
ASUS VG236H LCD Monitor
3D Vision Wireless Glasses
Emitter
Advanced 3D Software
Dual-link DVI Cable
VGA Cable
Power Cord and Adapter
Quick Starter Guide
Warranty Information Card
System Requirements
Specifications
Panel Size: 23-inch
True Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Display Color: 16.7M
Brightness (Max): 400 cd/m2
Contrast Ratio (Max): 100,000:1
Viewing Angle (CR>=10): Horizontal: 170°/ Vertical: 160°
Response Time: 2 ms (gray-to-gray)
NVIDIA 3D Vision Compliance: Yes
ASUS Trace Free II Technology: Yes
ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence Technology: Yes2
Color Shine Technology: Yes (Anti-reflection glare panel)
Aspect Control Technology: Yes2 (Full, 4:3)
LCD Driving Technology: Advanced Dual-Side LCD Driving Technology
VESA Wall Mounting: Yes
Dimension: 21.65 x 16.54 x 9.84 –inches (W x H x D)
Weight: 15.43 lbs
Color: Black
All specifications and terms are subject to change without notice. Please check with your supplier for exact offers on selected models. Products may not be available in all markets. Product may not be exactly as shown in photos. 1 VG236H's 3D feature can only be activated via Dual-link DVI cable connection with a NVIDIA 3D Vision Kit, a compatible NVIDIA-GPU graphics card, a PC with Microsoft Windows Vista/7 OS, and NVIDIA 3D Vision drivers installed. Moreover, the resolution/timing must be set at 1920x1080@120/110/100Hz. 2 Features can only perform in 2D mode. 3 ASUS Splendid Video Intelligence is available in 2D mode only.
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