You may have previously seen our feature discussing the prevalence of smart displays. These nifty devices offer a range of built-in features that make working from home more seamless. But the availability of smart monitors can elevate your productivity even further!
So, if you need an extra push of information that will help your decision to get a smart monitor, stick around!
A smarter way to work
Available for everyone, these smart monitors are more catered for students as they provide a standalone station. Yes,
you will not be requiring a separate laptop or PC unit to provide functionality to this device. These
functionalities include being able to work through the Office 365 suite, browse the internet, and occasionally watch
your favorite content during your downtime. Think of it like an upgraded tablet but with its plethora of available
apps catered to work and productivity.
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More space to think
When completely engulfed in our work, our workspaces can get messy. If you currently work with a laptop, you will
know how clunky it is to have it constantly on your desk; that extra space for its keyboard and trackpad can be a
chore to deal with if you want things in order. As stated before, smart monitors are independent, which means you
can set your laptop aside and free up space on your desk. If you are going through tutorials or online classes while
working on your projects, you will have enough elbow room to use when you utilize your own smart monitor’s
sleek build.
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Keeping things connected and ready for you
A smart monitor is capable of wirelessly connecting to your Internet, allowing it to act as a centralized information
hub for reminders, notes, weather updates, etc.
Productivity entails that one can manage his or her tasks effectively. You can’t manage tasks if you forget
about them. So, if your reminders are available on your mobile, it can effectively transmit that information to your
monitor once you begin working.
Additionally, it functions as an IOT hub, which means you can control your other smart devices from your desk. For
example, if your day is coming to a close and it is getting dim outside, you can quickly navigate your smart
monitor’s system and set a timer for the lights to turn on quickly.
Why choose it over a laptop or PC?
If you are bent on getting work done as soon as you sit down, the smart monitor is a great medium for work. It is
capable of doing work wherever it is, but since it doesn’t have the extra juice for distractions like gaming,
you are directed to solely focus on your work. Additionally, it is capable of functioning remotely wherever you are
in the house and the extra screen real estate can help you function better. Laptops are great, but their size can
also be its downfall.
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Long story short, the smart monitor is another tool in your tech belt, and it is completely up to you to utilize it
fully to its capabilities.
In the market for smart monitors? Well, you can look towards either the 27" FHD IPS MyView Smart Monitor from LG or
Samsung’s
M50B 32" LED FHD Smart Monitor. The former is cheaper in terms of price but has smaller screen real estate.
The Samsung, however, may be a bit pricey, but its lavish 32 inches and up to 100hz screen refresh rate may be what
sways you. Both offer smart features but work on different operating systems; the LG has its own webOS 23, while the
Samsung operates on Windows.
One vital element that should be present in your smart home is the existence of the Internet. Our home networks serve
as the lifeline for communication and information, which is why we need a network that can keep up. If your network
is struggling causing frustrations, you can seek out an upgrade with PLDT
Home Fiber Plus plans that provide you consistent fiber speeds, capable of handling what you can throw at
it.