Get a 24-inch 1080p LCD for $159.99
The EQD Auria EQ2367 may be an off-brand monitor, but it's also an unbelievable deal.
(Credit: EQD)Update: Looks like this is sold out. (When I say act fast, I mean it!) But try checking back later and even in a day or two. Sometimes vendors get replenished stock.
Update #2: One commenter was told by the vendor that additional stock is expected tomorrow, so do check back!
I was going to post this yesterday, but I really thought the $149 Kindle was the more exciting deal. Judging from its lackluster response, I was wrong. Now I'm just hoping this monitor doesn't sell out or expire.
TigerDirect has a loaded 24-inch EQD Auria EA2367 LCD monitor for $159.99, plus $1.99 for shipping. It's a new monitor, not a refurbished unit. This is, without a doubt, the lowest price I've seen for a monitor of this size.
Actually, it's a little more than a monitor. Because it has an HDMI input and speakers, you could connect it to a Blu-ray player or game console--perfect for bedrooms, dorm rooms, and other small spaces.
I've never heard of the EQD brand, and I haven't been able to find any reviews on this model. But, hey, don't all flat-panel screens come from one of three factories anyway?
In any case, its specs look solid: 1080p resolution (1,920x1,080-pixels), 5ms response time, HDMI, and speakers (2 watts each--stand back!).
The monitor comes with a one-year warranty.
If you happen to own an EQD monitor--especially this one--by all means, share your feedback in the comments.
If I were in the market for a big, big monitor, I'd snap this up fast. Lowest. Price. Ever!
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However, since it doesn't have a built-in tuner, you can't connect it directly to the wall (I understand your question involves a cable box. I just wrote this to help someone who may post a followup question). If you don't have an extra cable box, try finding a DVD player with a built-in tuner.
Follow-up: My son and I both like to use MS Flight Simulator. Do you think the resolution, like the comment of LVLLN below, would nto be worth even this low price?
This monitor should work fine with CAD drawings. The extra screen room will be much welcomed by your eyes. You can always resize the window if it looks funny.
Since it is (sometimes way) cheaper to buy things in the States than in Europe, I tried to buy an Apple laptop from their US online store once and they also asked for my SSN. Since I am no US resident, I was not able to complete the order.
During that time, the Euro was weighed similar as it is now against the US Dollar and the Apple Europe store prices were the same with a different currency symbol in front, making them roughly 50% more expensive in Europe.
You can call them and get answers to questions.
I have a digital cable tv that has an HDMI output. Could I use this monitor as a TV for the cable box?
And don't beat yourself up over the Kindle deal from yesterday Rick. Just because a Kindle isn't for everyone doesn't mean for those that would like such a device it wasn't a great deal for them.
- by tuffyparker October 8, 2009 10:48 AM PDT
- Learned a lesson that an item in the cart is not safe until it's checked-out. I put the monitor in my cart and decieded to add a cable. When I got back to the cart, the monitor was gone and when I tried to add it back in it was out of stock. Won't make that mistake again.
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Showing 1 of 2 pages (73 Comments)Good news is (according to the chat tech) more will be in stock tomorrow. I'll check back then.
BTW, I love the cheapskate updates! Thanks Rick!