ViewSonic VSD220 22" Full-HD Smart Display Launched - Runs On Android ICS, Comes At $399

ViewSonic VSD220 is the company's new 22" Smart Display with a 1920x1080 full-HD resolution and a dual core ARM-based OMAP 4 Processor running with Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich). This smart display features a dual point optical touch screen and Viewsonic promises a 'snappy responsiveness' with it. Built for fast web browsing, with VSD220 users will experience glitch-free video viewing; graphic-rich gaming and app multitasking. Moreover, the Smart Display comes with a different options in wireless/USB models of keyboards and mice. With regards to the connectivity options, there is support for Micro HDMI, three USB ports, a Micro SD card, RJ45 Ethernet, 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. The webcam that comes along is a normal 1.2mp that has an integrated microphone and SRS Premium Sound speakers.
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ViewSonic fans will be able to buy this Smart Display at a price of US $399 by mid-to-late October in North America. We see that this display may face a tough competition from the other all-in-one displays in the market. Check out the press release here -
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ViewSonic's brand new VSD220 Smart Display transforms PC computing; pairs full-HD monitor with OMAPâ„¢ 4 processor from Texas Instruments, and Androidâ„¢ 4.0 OS
WALNUT, Calif. – September 11, 2012 – ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of computing, consumer electronics and communications solutions, today announced its touch screen desktop display, aimed at changing the way people think about computing. The 22" (21.5" Vis.) VSD220 Smart Display pairs a 1920x1080 full-HD resolution monitor with the dual-core, ARM®-based OMAP™ 4 processor from Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) and an Android 4.0 "Ice Cream Sandwich" operating system, resulting in a whole new way to experience the web.
"The VSD220 Smart Display is engineered for today's cloud connected world," said Jeff Volpe, president of ViewSonic Americas. "ViewSonic is embracing the post-PC transition with what will be a full range of connected display solutions. For consumers, the VSD220 is perfect for surfing the web, engaging on social networks and enjoying a world of Android apps. For commercial opportunities, the VSD220 serves as a flexible solution that can address the needs of Android compatible vertical market applications such as signage, hospitality, point of information, and kiosk. Whatever the need, our new Smart Displays are the future of connected computing."
"We are proud to see the leading capabilities of our OMAP 4 processor come to life on ViewSonic's new VSD220 Smart Display," said Ketan Malani, business development manager, OMAP platform business unit, TI. "At home, at work and at play, consumers across all levels of the computing market demand full-HD capabilities, rich user interfaces, robust interactivity and other compelling features. With our OMAP 4 processor at its core, the Smart Display delivers all this and more, in a way that revolutionizes how and where people experience the Web."
The VSD220 provides users a PC-less web connection in an affordable format that is both self-contained and easy to use. With a dual point optical touch screen and an integrated Android operating system with full Google GMS certification, users can enjoy a tablet-like browsing experience, a 22" touch-enabled Full HD display, and a traditional PC computer all wrapped up into one device.
Powered by TI's smart multicore OMAP 4 processor, the VSD220 delivers the snappy responsiveness and efficiency ideal for ensuring fast web browsing; smooth, glitch-free video viewing; graphic-rich gaming and app multitasking. For those wishing to use the VSD220 as a traditional PC, the Smart Display is compatible with a wide variety of keyboards and mice, including both USB and wireless models enabling the user to further personalize their experience to fit their individual needs.
For further functionality, the VSD220 offers versatile connectivity options including a Micro HDMI for plugging in a notebook or tablet for an expanded screen space, as well as three USB ports, a Micro SD card and plenty of network connection options including RJ45 Ethernet, 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi and Bluetooth® technology. Paired with a built-in 1.2MP webcam with integrated microphone for videoconferencing and photo taking, and integrated SRS Premium Sound speakers, the VSD220 is the complete multimedia package.
ViewSonic's VSD220 Smart Display will be available in North America in mid-to-late October for an ESP of only $399. For further information, visit ViewSonic.com or follow ViewSonic on the Company blog, Facebook, YouTube and Twitter.
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