TCL’s Thunderbird launches Q7 gaming monitor with 27″ 2K 240Hz QD-MiniLED panel, 1ms GTG

Soumyakanti — Sun, 19 May 2024 22:13:35 +0000

TCL’s sub-brand FFalcon Thunderbird has introduced a new gaming monitor called Q7 in the Chinese market. Let’s check out its key specs.

FFALCON Thunderbird Q7 Specifications:

This monitor features a 27-inch FAST HVA panel that utilizes eight-channel AM-driven MiniLED and quantum dot technology. It offers a resolution of 2560×1440 and a refresh rate of 240Hz, making it suitable for high-performance gaming and professional use.

The Q7 boasts 1152 local dimming zones, which contribute to its dynamic contrast ratio of 1,000,000:1 and static contrast ratio of 2500:1. This technology also supports instantaneous backlight response and flicker-free operation, achieving 16-bit DC pure direct current dimming.

The monitor can reach a peak brightness of 1600 nits and is certified by VESA DisplayHDR 1400, ensuring vibrant HDR content with low black levels of 0.001 nits. In terms of color accuracy, the Q7 covers 95% of the DCI-P3 color gamut and 99% of the sRGB color gamut, with a Delta E value of less than 2. This ensures precise color reproduction, which is beneficial for content creators and designers.

The monitor also features a 1ms GTG response time, reducing motion blur and providing a smoother visual experience. It is compatible with both AMD FreeSync Premium and Nvidia G-Sync, enabling synchronized refresh rates to prevent screen tearing and stuttering.

In terms of connectivity, the monitor includes two HDMI 2.1 ports, one DP 1.4 port, and a headphone jack, making it versatile for use with both computers and gaming consoles. The Q7 also features a five-in-one joystick button for efficient control.

The Q7 includes a variety of user-friendly features such as a low blue light eye protection mode to reduce eye strain during prolonged use. It supports PIP/PBP multi-screen functionality, allowing users to connect and display content from two different sources simultaneously. The monitor is also equipped with a retractable headphone holder and an adjustable stand, which can be tilted, rotated, and adjusted in height to enhance user comfort.

Pricing and Availability:

The Thunderbird Q7 gaming monitor is now available for pre-order on JD.com at an introductory price of 1999 Yuan ($282).

Thunderbird Air 2 Smart Glasses Released: Affordable AR Glasses with Micro OLED Display and 120Hz Refresh Rate

Oğuz Çakır — Fri, 13 Oct 2023 12:58:15 +0000

Once only seen in science fiction and spy movies, smart glasses are now more accessible than ever. For instance, Meta recently introduced its second-generation Ray-Ban Smart Glasses, and Huawei has launched the Eyewear 2 series, both boasting impressive specifications and functionality. While these are great options, Thunderbird is determined to make this technology available to everyone with its newly introduced Air 2 smart glasses. Here are the details…

Thunderbird Air 2 Smart Glasses Released: Switch Exclusive Accessory, Bundle Price 2699 Yuan

If there are those among you who are unfamiliar, Thunderbird is a Chinese technology company that specializes in the development and production of smart glasses and other wearable devices. The company especially gained attention with the release of its Thunderbird X1 smart glasses a while ago. These glasses were released in October 2022 and are the predecessor to the Thunderbird Air 2. They feature a 1080p Micro OLED display, a 90Hz refresh rate, and a built-in battery that can last for up to 6 hours. So, how does the new model compare in terms of improvements to its predecessor?

The Thunderbird Air 2 smart glasses have a design similar to regular sunglasses and weigh just 76 grams. They feature Sony’s latest 0.55-inch Micro OLED display, offering a 1080p resolution, a remarkable 4032 PPI, a PPD of 49, a 120Hz refresh rate, and a brightness up to 600 nits. Additionally, these glasses introduce a unique accessory exclusive to the Switch called the JoyDock. You can plug this accessory straight into the game console and then connect it to the smart glasses using a Type-C cable.

The device comes with a 10,000mAh battery that can charge both the Switch game console and the glasses at the same time. Moreover, the Thunderbird Air 2 can be directly connected to a smartphone using a Type-C port. It’s also designed to accommodate users who wear prescription glasses for nearsightedness or farsightedness. Pre-orders for the glasses are now available.

Price & Availability

Thunderbird Air 2 smart glasses are currently available for pre-order in China at a starting price of 2299 yuan (approximately $320 USD). The bundle price with the JoyDock accessory is 2699 yuan (approximately $370 USD). Thunderbird Air 2 is expected to be released in China in early November 2023. There is no information yet on international availability.

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