The new Philips 49B2U6900CH monitor has a large 48.8-inch screen with 5120 x 1440 DQHD resolution that you can compare with two monitors side by side. It also has useful features, such as the customizable webcam with Autoframing, as well as the noise-canceling microphone and the Busylight.
MMD is a brand licensing partner for Philips monitors and announced 4 new monitors last week with the Philips 24E1N1300A, 24E1N1300AE, 27E1N1300A and 27E1N1300AE. Today the company announces the Philips 49B2U6900CH. The most striking thing is the large 48.8(!) screen, which gives you a large monitor setup. Read more about this and also about the new features.
Designed for the professional work environmentg
The Philips 490B2U6900CH is designed with features that are good and useful in the professional working environment. Features such as the adjustable webcam with Autoframing, as well as the noise-cancelling microphone and the Busylight, ensure that this monitor should make collaborating with team members around the world easier. The webcam of the Philips 49B2U6900CH can be set so that all team members are visible during video calls. Additionally, the webcam can be angled forward and backward by 30 degrees, allowing users of all heights to fit into the field of view.
The Busylight function of the Philips 49B2U6900CH supports communication with others working in the same office. The Busylight is located at the top of the webcam, which is specially designed to communicate an employee’s work status. For example, the Busylight automatically turns red when a colleague is on the phone. There is also a Busylight hotkey on the bottom left of the monitor bezel. When users are busy, they can press this hotkey to turn the light red. Users also have the option to sync their Microsoft Teams statuses with the Busylight feature.
Smart KVM for more productivity
In addition to being well equipped for the working environment, the Philips 49B2U6900CH is also suitable for many tasks. Smart KVM is one of the features that emphasizes increased productivity. By pressing the CTRL key three times, users can easily switch between sources. This improves the integrated KVM switch for this monitor. Additionally, the monitor’s single USB-C cable gives users the option to charge external devices via the Power Delivery port.
The Philips 49B2U6900CH also offers extra convenience for increased productivity with the ear hook, which is located on the edge of the monitor. The ear hook can be pulled down at the end of the working day or during a break, so that the headset can be neatly stored.
Additional features Philips 49B2U6900CH
In addition to this arsenal of features, it includes a curved frame and DisplayHDR 400 certification for the right viewing experience. In addition, the Philips 49B2U6900CH is equipped with a Low Blue mode with Flicker-Free technology and a height-adjustable stand.
Price and availability
The Philips 49B2U6900CH will be available from February 2024 and has a suggested retail price of €1249.
