TSMC, Samsung, other major chip makers monitor quartz supply after hurricane shut mines

TSMC, Samsung, other major chip makers monitor quartz supply after hurricane shut mines

Global semiconductor manufacturers are monitoring supplies of high-purity quartz, a material critical to the industry, after Hurricane Helene halted production at two North Carolina mines that produce most of the world’s supply. South Korea’s Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix said they also do not expect repercussions. TSMC supplier Topco Scientific Co, which processes quartz, said … Read more

How to clean your computer monitor — the right way

How to clean your computer monitor — the right way

HUANUO Even the best-looking monitors look rather drab and unimpressive when they’re dirty. Keeping your display clean is a great way to make sure you get the most from your monitor, whether it’s for work or gaming. But how do you clean your monitor safely? You can’t just spray it with window cleaner and give … Read more

4 monitors you should buy instead of the Apple Studio Display

4 monitors you should buy instead of the Apple Studio Display

Dell The Apple Studio Display got a lot of heat when it launched, but it’s actually quite a high-quality monitor. Colors are great, and it’s very bright, topping out at 560 nits in my own testing. Even the built-in webcam and speakers are excellent. There aren’t many full-featured 5K monitors out there quite like it. … Read more

A new wave of cheap mini-LED gaming monitors has arrived

A new wave of cheap mini-LED gaming monitors has arrived

Image used with permission by copyright holder HDR-capable gaming monitors are all the rage these days. Whether they’re OLED or mini-LED, it’s finally possible to get a really killer HDR experience from your monitor. Until very recently, however, you’d be spending lots of money to do it. Enter a new wave of mini-LED gaming monitors, … Read more

Input lag vs. response time: which is more important?

Input lag vs. response time: which is more important?

Zeke Jones / Digital Trends Input lag and response time might sound like very similar metrics, and it’s true they can both impact how your monitor or TV looks and feels, especially when you’re gaming. But they are very different things, and while you ideally want them to be as low as possible for the … Read more

The 6 best Apple Studio Display alternatives in 2024

The 6 best Apple Studio Display alternatives in 2024

The Apple Studio Display serves as the company’s “budget-friendly” monitor, intended to cater to a broader audience compared to the $4,999 Pro Display XDR that targets professionals. Nevertheless, at $1,600 it remains a display on the higher end of the cost spectrum. The good news is that there are numerous top-notch monitors available that not … Read more

The best HDR monitors for gaming, content creation, and more

The best HDR monitors for gaming, content creation, and more

The quest for the best HDR experience continues to captivate gamers, content creators, and enthusiasts alike. But it is important to note that investing in one of the best monitors doesn’t really guarantee an exceptional HDR experience. While HDR on PC still faces challenges in many instances, these HDR monitors demonstrate that improvements are underway. … Read more