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    Dell Crystal 22" monitor - $500 off now $499

    Discussion in 'Notebook and Tech Bargains' started by nizzy1115, Mar 6, 2009.

  1. nizzy1115

    nizzy1115 Notebook Prophet

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    http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/...etail.aspx?c=us&l=en&s=dhs&cs=19&sku=223-5647

    DELL CRYSTAL
    22-inch Widescreen Flat Panel Monitor
    At a Glance



    • Award-Winning Design – The Dell Crystal monitor took home the highest design honor at the prestigious Consumer Electronics Show. CES Best of Innovations 2008. Tempered glass, highly polished metal tripod stand, unobtrusive connections make this monitor a show-stopper.
    • 22-Inch WXGA 1680 x 1050 HD Display – Provides stunning detail with a 98%<sup tn="crystal_color_gamut">1</sup> color gamut for more color shades and tones.
    • 2-Millisecond Response Time (typical) – Reduces ghosting and imaging associated with movement for fluid motion.
    • 2000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio - Get dark blacks, sharp images, crisp text, brilliant color saturation and greater life-like detail.
    • Webcam – Miniature 2-megapixel webcam is stylishly inconspicuous.
    • Integrated Speakers – Speakers are integrated into the Dell Crystal’s sleek frame with subtly wired sound circuitry that’s encapsulated in a handsome metal enclosure.
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    Panel Performance


    Amazing 1680 x 1050 resolution for stunning detail, fast 2-millisecond (gray to gray) response time for fluid motion, and a high 2000:1 contrast ratio. Dell Crystal features a 98%<sup tn="crystal_color_gamut">1</sup> color gamut versus the 72% color gamut found on typical LCD monitors. View more color shades and tones than previously possible. Get vivid hues, remarkable depth and pictures bright enough for viewing under most lighting. Enjoy deeper reds, crisp blues and sparkling whites. The Power of One



    When it comes to Crystal’s cable management, smart and minimal design does away with the unsightly clutter of multiple cables. A single cable provides the power and video connection.Out of Sight



    The Dell Crystal’s tiny and inconspicuous webcam sits flush above the display with the barest hint of a connection. Smooth Control



    Function is a smooth extension of form when it comes to the Dell Crystal’s capacitive touch controls and discreet connections. Unobtrusive controls with subtle wiring create visual simplicity and easy functionality.


    Sound Design



    Speakers are integrated into the Dell Crystal’s sleek frame with subtly wired sound circuitry that’s encapsulated in a handsome metal enclosure. The Dell Advantage



    Dell monitors are designed and built to our highest standards, providing the quality and reliability you expect when you see the Dell logo. Each has been exhaustively tested and comes backed by a Dell 3 year Limited Warranty<sup tn="warranty">2</sup>, so you can rest assured your investment is protected. The performance of the Dell Crystal is one more reason why Dell is a world leader for flat-panel monitors.     		[​IMG] [​IMG]
     
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  2. the_1

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    WOW! It looks amazing (and so Star Trek).
     
    the_1, Mar 14, 2009
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    What makes this monitor worth three times the price of a normal 22 inch monitor?
     
    ChristopherAKAO4, Mar 14, 2009
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    Style/Design.
     
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    Its so...pretty :)
     
    nizzy1115, Mar 14, 2009
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    $350 for a sheet of glass over a monitor with speakers in seems kind of high. (And that's on sale! It'd normally be $850!) I guess I'm not the only one feels that way though or they wouldn't have cut the price in half. It pretty looking I guess though, but not to justify the price to me.
     
    ChristopherAKAO4, Mar 14, 2009
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  7. Cin'

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    Yeah....I can see that *crashing into pieces* if knocked over...(even if tempered glass, thats the kind of luck I have) :eek:

    It's very nice looking...but I couldn't pay that much for it.


    Cin ;) :)
     
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