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BenQ Introduces Google EDLA-Certified Smart Boards

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BenQ unveil its next-generation smart boards, the BenQ Board Pro RP04 and the BenQ Board Master RM04, at InfoComm India 2023, a tradeshow platform for Pro-AV solutions, being held from 25th to 27th October, 2023 at Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai. These smartboards are India’s 1st fully integrated boards with Google Mobile Services (GMS) and officially certified under the Google Enterprise Devices Licensing Agreement (EDLA). This innovative collaboration brings the power of Google’s suite of applications and APIs to corporates and educational institutions, enhancing the experiences of business professionals, students, and educators.

The new BenQ smartboards seamlessly integrate Google services such as Google Drive, Maps, Meet, and YouTube. Google Workspace apps such as Docs, Sheets, and Slides can now be installed and utilized directly from Google Play. These boards also safeguard user data by offering encrypted network communications and proxy-level security options. BenQ also hosts its cloud services on a secure AWS cloud infrastructure. This integration fosters an interactive and collaborative environment in both offices and classrooms.

“Embracing and conceptualising cutting-edge technology is at the heart of what we do at BenQ. The integration of Google Mobile Services into our smart boards marks a significant milestone in revolutionizing the user experience. This partnership not only enhances collaboration but also ensures a seamless and secure digital environment for work and education,” says Rajeev Singh, Managing Director at BenQ South Asia.

Additionally, the smart boards come equipped with powerful tools like EZWrite 6, an innovative whiteboarding software, and InstaShare 2, a wireless screen sharing solution. EZWrite 6 enables corporates and educators to conduct engaging sessions and utilize specialized tools, while InstaShare 2 allows up to 9 persons to share and control their screens simultaneously, promoting collaborative work and learning.

Inclusivity is a key focus of the new BenQ Boards, featuring Text-to-Speech functionality for the visually impaired, multilingual translation for diverse language support, and Optical Character Recognition (OCR) to convert images and documents into editable text, aiding the visually impaired in their endeavours.

Jeffrey Liang, President of BenQ Asia Pacific Corporation further highlights the benefits that the smart boards would provide. “At BenQ, we have always been passionate about innovation and these smart boards are our way of furthering this revolution. With powerful tools such as EZWrite 6 integrated into the RP04 and RM04, we are empowering corporates and educators to make sessions fun again, while delivering their messages in the most effective manner. We hope to create stable, progressive learning and work environments and these smart boards are a part of this vision.”

BenQ simplifies user and device management with the BenQ Account Management System (AMS) and the BenQ Device Management Solution (DMS), ensuring a seamless transition for institutions already using Google accounts and enabling efficient remote control of BenQ Board settings. In addition to their GMS integration and other features, the new BenQ Boards also offer a number of health-focused features, such as Eyesafe® Certified 2.0 screens and Air quality sensors.

AVAILABILITY – From Jan 2024

BenQ Launches SW272U Monitor

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BenQ, launched the SW272U professional photographers’ monitor. The BenQ SW272U display is equipped with cutting-edge technology to ensure that photographers and creative individuals get the very best out of their photos and creations. The A.R.T (Advanced Reflectionless Technology) display guarantees color excellence, providing a wide color gamut that covers 99% of Adobe RGB, 99% of P3, and 100% of sRGB color spaces. With Delta E ≤ 1.5 and BenQ ICC sync, this monitor delivers accurate and vibrant color reproduction, enabling professionals to showcase their work with unparalleled precision.

Mr. Rajeev Singh, Managing Director, BenQ South Asia said “We are thrilled to introduce the highly anticipated SW272U monitor to the photography professionals in the Indian market. This incredible monitor has been carefully designed to meet the precise needs of photographers, videographers, and creative individuals. With its exceptional color accuracy, impressive resolution, and innovative features, we firmly believe that the SW272U will revolutionize professionals’ work and creative processes. The monitor exemplifies our unwavering dedication to delivering advanced solutions that empower professionals to realize their artistic vision with unmatched precision and brilliance.”

The SW272U monitor offers superb color accuracy to fulfill all photography-related work. The SW272U boasts a UHD (Ultra High Definition) resolution. With a 10-bit color depth and innovative technologies like Paper Color Sync and AQ color tech, BenQ has achieved unparalleled color performance beyond industry standards.

This monitor is equipped with an accessory, shading hood (landscape & portrait), and AGLR (Anti-Glare and Low Reflection) panel, that simulates paper texture on-screen and provides an ideal viewing experience. The fine-coated panel ensures precise soft-proofing, and the PIP/PBP functions allow users to work with two different windows simultaneously.

The SW272U offers expanded options with USB Type-C connectivity, allowing direct input from compatible PCs and laptops. It is also embedded with SD Card Reader to allow seamless connectivity with your cameras. The monitor provides a maximum power delivery of 90W, ensuring convenience and efficiency. It also comes with wireless Hotkey Puck G3, a total-solution tool for color-critical professionals that enables easier color-accuracy management at the reach of your hand.

The BenQ SW272U is now available for purchase at authorized retailers, BenQ online brand store and E-commerce platforms nationwide. The SW272U is available at Amazon India at a special introductory price of Rs.1,39,990; and customers can avail attractive no cost EMI up to one year. 

BenQ Launches ZOWIE EC-CW wireless mouse

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  BenQ India announces the launch of the ZOWIE EC-CW series which is the new wireless mice range for Esports enthusiasts. ZOWIE is the preferred brand for wired mice by Esports athletes across the globe, and after careful research and feedback from the community, the EC-CW wireless mouse series is announced. This cutting-edge product combines advanced technology, ergonomic design, and extensive R&D to offer gamers an unrivaled gaming experience.

One of the key features of the ZOWIE EC-CW Wireless Mouse is its asymmetrical ergonomic design. Furthermore, the ZOWIE EC-CW Wireless Mouse offers reduced weight, resulting in a lightweight and nimble device. This reduction in weight enhances the overall maneuverability of the mouse, allowing gamers to swiftly navigate their virtual worlds with utmost precision and accuracy. The 24-step scroll wheel is another notable feature of the ZOWIE EC-CW Wireless Mouse. Equipped with the state-of-the-art 3370 sensor, the ZOWIE EC-CW Wireless Mouse delivers exceptional tracking accuracy and responsiveness.

Commenting on the launch, Mr. Rajeev Singh, Managing Director, BenQ India and South Asia said, “At BenQ, we are dedicated to developing gaming peripherals that empower professional athletes to reach new heights in their gameplay. The ZOWIE EC-CW Wireless Mouse combines cutting-edge technology with ergonomic design elements to offer esports enthusiasts an unparalleled gaming experience. We believe the new wireless series from Zowie will revolutionize the way athletes compete in the esports arena. This product is backed by years of research and sports science which will help boost the performance of esports athletes”

The ZOWIE EC-CW Wireless mouse will be available for purchase through major Ecommerce platforms and retailers at a price of Rs. 14,990.

Review: BenQ DesignVue PD3205UA

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Price: ₹59,990

BenQ’s DesignVue series monitors, as the name indicates, are created for graphic designers who need a reliable display for colour-critical applications. The 32-inch PD3205UA and its smaller-sized sibling, the 27-inch PD2705UA, are not your ordinary desktop monitors with flat bases. These are made for professional designer studios with fixed muti-display setups. The stand has to be attached to the desk with the sturdy metal clamp at the base and the monitor is then attached to the ‘ergo arm’. The device has a three-side bezel-less design with a thick frame, curved at the rear. The stand has concealed channels for cable organisation. Apart from the base, all other parts are made of sturdy polycarbonate materials.

The PD3205UA is a 31.5-inch 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) monitor. The IPS display supports HDR10 and is stated to reproduce 99 percent sRGB and Rec.709 colour spaces, capable of delivering up to 1.07 billion colours. The monitor offers 5ms response time and provides 250 nits of brightness along with 1000:1 contrast ratio. The monitor offers near-accurate colours with a deviation of Delta E <=3. The monitor boasts corner-to-corner uniformity in brightness and colour reproduction with BenQ’s AQColor technology. The display comes Calman Verified and Pantone Validated along with Pantone SkinTone Validated certification for accurate reproduction of skin tones.

The monitor houses a KVM Switch that auto-pairs with input signals via the HDMI or DP connected parallel with the designated USB port. This helps you to connect a PC and a Mac seamlessly with the PD3205UAThe device offers two USB Type-B ports, two USB Type-A ports, one USB Type-C port, an HDMI port and a Display Port at the base along with a Mini USB for the hotkey puck (OSD controller). There is one Type-A and one Type-C port at the side along with a 3.5mm audio output jack. You can use the hotkey puck G2 to switch between inputs. Designers can make use of BenQ’s Display Pilot software, which gives access to various customisation option for colour mode, display and more, and to set up advanced features like ICC Sync, which automatically sets ICC profiles to match the colour mode selected.

As mentioned earlier, this is not a portable monitor. Once clamped to the desk, it is difficult to move it around. But the flexible ‘Ergo Arm’ provides a greater degree of movement than normal monitors and hence the freedom to position the monitor precisely where you want it. With concealed cable management channel on the stand, the setup looks professional and less messy. The part of the base that sits atop your desk is small and flat, hence it occupies less space.

We found the panel delivering uniform illumination across the display area as BenQ claims. We measured the native colour reproduction, and could verify the claims of 99 percent sRGB reproduction (97.3 percent coverage, 118.7 percent gamut volume). The monitor can reproduce up to 77.9 percent Adobe RGB gamut with 81.8 percent volumetric coverage, while the figures for DCI P3 was found to be 83.8 percent and 84.1 percent respectively. The monitor has two 2.5W speakers, but we found it practically useless as in the case of most built-in speakers.

Rating

WE’RE IMPRESSED Good colour accuracy, uniform illumination, flexible Ergo Arm

WE’D IMPROVE No shading hood, not portable

THE LAST WORD A colour-accurate studio monitor for creative professionals

BenQ Launch GV11 – LED Wireless Smart Portable Projector

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BenQ, today announced the launch of its LED wireless smart portable projector, GV11 an ideal personal entertainment appliance which offers unlimited enjoyment for modern lifestyles with space and time constraints. GV11’s 135- degree rotating lens and automatic vertical keystone offer an incredible range of angles for projecting onto walls, screens, or ceiling for laid-back viewing and 3000 MAH battery-powered portability.

With the convenience of Google-certified Android TV 10, the GV11 takes convenience and portability to the next level and access to the Google Play Store provides content from over 5,000 streaming apps including Prime Video, YouTube, and more. With full-flexibility in mind, the GV11 also provides several connectivity options like built-in Bluetooth, HDMI, and USB-A inputs. Equipped with a 270-degree 5W sound system with treVolo-tuned audio modes and bass-extending sealed enclosure design to offer best audio experience. Unlike other budget projectors, GV11 provides glitch-free movies, shows, sporting events, and music without the hassle of additional streaming equipment.

Speaking on the occasion Mr. Rajeev Singh, Managing Director, BenQ South Asia, said, “BenQ is the No. 1 portable projector brand in India with 54% market share in Q3 ‘22 and the launch of GV11 is to further cement BenQ’s position as the market leader and at the same time provide the best possible entertainment on the go beyond the limitations of space to the young generation, GV11 is embedded with BenQ’s DLP and display technology expertise, custom-built for today’s new generation of busy digital natives and first-time projector buyers which has full support for Apple Airplay and Google Chromecast that makes getting stuff from phones and tablets super easy, wired or wireless.

GV11 comes with everything needed to stream endless entertainment, cast from any device, play music in a neatly integrated all-in-one device with a seamless interface and Voice Assistant has no need for other streaming dongles to instantly access unlimited entertainment.

BenQ’s GV11 will be available on Amazon and Flipkart at a special introductory price of Rs. 37,990 for a limited time period. The company offers complete peace of mind with a 2 Years warranty on the projector & 2 years or 2000 hours whichever is earlier on LED Lightsource.