Posted to Monitors 2009-06-07
The HP w2558hc (FF621AA#ABA) is a 25.5-inch wide-screen LCD (liquid crystal display) monitor which has built-in speakers and a 2.0 megapixel webcam. This webcam is designed for low lighting conditions and can be used in small or large rooms. This HP monitor also has a built in 15-1 card reader that will allow you to use your monitor has a picture frame when turned off. This HP monitor has an ambient light sensor that can make adjustments automatically to the screen based on the sensor's input from the lighting conditions of the room. This monitor also includes a "task light" under the display that can illuminate paperwork. With 1920x1200 factory set resolution, this monitor will meet or exceed your display needs. This monitor has two HDMI connectors and one DVI-I connector. It has Plug and Play capability and is Energy Star compliant.
FeaturesThe design of the HP monitor is very stylish, but feels heavy. It's possible to adjust the height of the monitor using the stand, but the tilt range is limited and it doesn't swivel. You have to turn the whole monitor, including the stand, if you want it to turn. The HP monitor is loaded with extras, including a task light, an integrated USB hub, a webcam and also the ability to use the monitor to display photographs, using the build in card reader. The task light has three different levels of illumination and is operated from the first switch in the controls. You'll need to decide if you will ever use this feature. The monitor can be used by itself, when the computer is not running, to view photographs and to listen to music through your MP3 player. SummaryThe picture quality on this HP W2558HC LCD monitor is solid quality, with enough performance to support a semiprofessional videographer or photographer. The extras HP packs onto the monitor - the webcam, the lighting, the speakers and the USB hub - are incorporated into the price. You end up paying for a good monitor with extra features. If these are features you are interested in, take a look at the monitor. If not, find a monitor without them in your price range. Pros
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