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technology2 days ago•21 min saved

ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG34WCDN: Ultrafast ultrawide OLED with RGB Stripe, but watch burn-in

RTINGS’s review praises the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG34WCDN as a premium 34-inch ultrawide gaming monitor with a curved 3440x1440 panel, a blistering 360 Hz refresh rate, and a fifth-gen QD‑OLED RGB Stripe subpixel layout that improves text clarity. It delivers deep blacks, vivid colors, minimal VRR flicker, and a feature-rich connection set (HDMI 2.1/DP 2.1, USB hub with a KVM, 90 W PD), plus useful extras like a proximity sensor to reduce burn-in risk. Downsides include blacks that can look gray in bright rooms and a burn-in risk with static elements, with some caveats for console ultrawide signal. Calibration may be needed for color accuracy, and it commands a premium vs. alternatives.

via RTINGS.com|

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technology1 month ago•92 min saved

Shield Your OLED: three burn-in safeguards you should enable now

OLED burn-in remains a risk even on newer panels, and Tom's Guide highlights three settings to enable: Pixel Shift (also called Screen Shift), Logo Luminance Adjustment (aka Static Brightness Limiter), and Automatic Pixel Refresher (Panel/Pixel Refresh). Brand names vary, but these options live under Picture/OLED Care or similar menus and either move static content, dim bright logos, or run maintenance refresh cycles to extend panel life. Enable them now to reduce burn-in risk; many of these features run automatically in the background.

via Tom's Guide|

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technology2 years ago•1 min saved

"ASUS and MSI Extend OLED Monitor Warranties to Cover Burn-In Issues"

Asus and MSI have updated their warranty coverage for certain OLED monitors to include protection against panel burn-in, a common concern for consumers due to the static elements in gaming that can exacerbate the issue. MSI now offers a three-year burn-in warranty for some of its OLED displays, with specific criteria for claiming against burn-in damage, while Asus has quietly updated its warranties to cover burn-in for two or three years on certain models. These updates bring their OLED coverage more in line with other PC hardware companies like LG, Corsair, and Dell's Alienware sub-brand, providing consumers with additional peace of mind when purchasing these high-cost monitors.

via The Verge|

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technology2 years ago•3 min saved

The Decline of OLED Monitor Burn-in Concerns

OLED monitor burn-in, a longstanding concern for users, has been addressed through improvements in OLED materials, software developments, and new testing techniques. While burn-in can still occur on modern OLED monitors, advancements in materials science and physical design changes have made them significantly more resistant to burn-in than in the past. Monitor firmware techniques, such as determining wear levels and compensating for luminance degradation, can help mitigate or hide damage. However, the susceptibility to burn-in varies among monitors, and manufacturers can implement different techniques to combat it. Overall, OLED monitors are now a more reliable investment for users, although some risk of burn-in still exists.

via Ars Technica|

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technology2 years ago•1 min saved

"Rising Reports of Burn-In Issues Plague iPhone 15 Pro Max OLED Display"

Some iPhone 15 Pro Max owners are reporting burn-in issues on the device's OLED display, with images of home screen apps being permanently imprinted. While burn-in is a known problem with OLED displays, it typically occurs after prolonged use of the same images. The issue appears to be limited and it is unclear if it affects the iPhone 15 Pro as well. Apple has not responded to social media complaints and advises users to document any issues with the company directly.

via AppleInsider|

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technology2 years ago•2 min saved

"iPhone 15 Pro Max Users Report OLED Screen 'Burn In' Issues"

Some users of the iPhone 15 Pro Max are reporting issues with OLED screen burn-in, where static images leave a ghostly watermark on the display. While it's unclear how widespread the problem is, there have been complaints on Reddit, Twitter, and Apple's community forums. Apple has reportedly replaced affected units for free, but there has been no official acknowledgement from the company. This adds to a list of recent issues for Apple, including overheating problems and iPhones shutting off overnight.

via TechRadar|

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