Samsung запускает в продажу изогнутый геймерский монитор Odyssey G7

Samsung объявил о глобальном старте продаж новейшего игрового монитора Odyssey G7 с изогнутым экраном, который был впервые представлен в начале года на выставке CES 2020.
Монитор G7 позиционируется вендором как первый в мире игровой монитор с радиусом кривизны 1000 мм (1000R). Как сообщается в официальном пресс-релизе, полностью соответствуя кривизне хрусталика человеческого глаза, Samsung Odyssey G7 обеспечивает комфорт для зрения и максимальный реализм изображения благодаря заполнению периферийного зрения.
На выбор предлагается 2 версии QLED VA-панелей с диагональю 32 и 27 дюймов, разрешением Wide Quad-High Definition (WQHD, 2560 × 1440 точек) и соотношением сторон 16:9. Максимальная яркость экрана составляет 600 кд/м2. Статическая контрастность равна 2500:1, угол обзора — 178° в обеих плоскостях. Заявлен 95% охват цветового пространства DCI-P3.
Новый монитор отличается высокой частотой обновления 240Гц, временем отклика в 1 мс (GtG) и высоким качеством изображения. Благодаря технологии Quantum Dot обеспечивается точная цветопередача независимо от освещения, а технология расширенного динамического диапазона HDR600 позволяет добиться улучшенной контрастности с более глубокими оттенками чёрного и яркими тонами белого цвета.
Odyssey G7 также совместим с технологией NVIDIA G-SYNC и поддерживает технологию Adaptive Sync при подключении через DisplayPort 1.4, предлагая геймерам динамичный и плавный игровой процесс в любом сценарии.
Оснащение устройства включают два разъёма DisplayPort 1.4, порт HDMI 2.0, гнездо для наушников и концентратор USB 3.0.
Цена Samsung Odyssey G7 бужет объявлена в ближайшее время.

Samsung Globally Launches Odyssey G7 Curved Gaming Monitor

World’s First Gaming Monitor with 1000R Curvature Provides Best-in-Class High Performance Gaming Experience

Samsung Electronics, the leader in the gaming monitor market*, today announced the global launch of its groundbreaking Odyssey G7 gaming monitor. Unveiled at CES 2020 in Las Vegas, the Odyssey lineup reimagines the gaming experience by combining the deepest, most immersive curved displays with best-in-class performance features.
The G7 monitor is the world’s first 1000R gaming monitor, meaning it boasts a curvature radius of 1,000 millimeters. It also features a powerful combination of various features under the hood, including rapid 1ms response time with 240Hz refresh rate and crystal clear QLED picture quality to satisfy gamers’ need for smooth and captivating gameplay.
The Odyssey portfolio’s premium performance has been certified by TÜV Rheinland, a leading international certification organization, which recognized the monitors with the industry`s best high performance 1000R curved display and ‘Eye Comfort’ certificate.
“Samsung is maintaining its position as the global gaming monitor market leader with continued innovation in creating immersive, next-generation gaming experiences, pushing the boundaries of what is possible,” said Hyesung Ha, Senior Vice President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “Samsung Odyssey G7 curved monitor is the ultimate combination of curvature, comfort and competitive edge, giving gamers the advanced performance they need and demand.”
The 27- and 32-inch G7 delivers a rapid, 240Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time and deep 1000R curvature, giving games an edge. Gamers can also benefit from Wide Quad-High Definition (WQHD; 2,560×1,440 resolution), 16:9 aspect ratio, 600 cd/m2 peak brightness and Quantum dot technology for exceptionally accurate color presentation regardless of lighting.
Samsung also incorporated futuristic design elements based on observation of market trends and feedback gathered from consumers. The matte black exterior is paired with a color-changing rear core lighting system that can remain static or dim during gameplay, as well as change colors based on the preferences of the gamer.
Samsung’s latest curved gaming monitor, the G7, also supports NVIDIA G-SYNC® Compatibility and Adaptive Sync on DP1.4, offering players exceptionally dynamic and seamless gameplay during any scenario.
Samsung Odyssey G7 will be available in June globally. For more information, please visit https://displaysolutions.samsung.com/monitor/odyssey.

*Source: IDC Worldwide Quarterly Gaming Tracker, 2019 Q4 data

CES 2020: Samsung представляет новую серию игровых мониторов Odyssey

Samsung Electronics, глобальный лидер в сегменте игровых мониторов*, представляет принципиально новую серию изогнутых игровых мониторов Odyssey на международной выставке потребительской электроники CES 2020. В неё входят модели G9 (экран 49 дюймов) и G7 (экран 32 и 27 дюймов) с рекордно высокой изогнутостью (радиус изгиба 1000 мм/1000R) и технологией QLED.
Геймеры оценят время отклика экрана в 1 мс (MPRT) и частоту обновления 240Гц с технологией RapidCurve™, позволяющие всегда находиться в самом центре игровых событий. Мониторы поддерживают NVIDIA G-SYNC®** (G-SYNC Compatible) и Adaptive Sync на DP1.4.

49-дюймовый монитор G9 — максимальное погружение

G9 — первый в мире игровой монитор с разрешением Dual Quad High Definition (5120×1440 точек) с частотой обновления 240Гц, временем отклика 1мс (MPRT), соотношением сторон 32:9, кривизной экрана 1000R и пиковой яркостью 1000 кд/м2. Монитор оснащён технологией Quantum Dot, что в сочетании с панелью HDR1000 VA обеспечивает высокую реалистичность, яркость и отличную детализацию изображения. Сочетание малого времени отклика и высокой частоты обновления вместе с рекордным радиусом кривизны 1000R устраняет отвлекающие факторы и обеспечивает плавность картинки даже в самые динамичные игровые моменты, когда доля секунды может означать разницу между победой и поражением. 
G9 отличается ярким обновлённым дизайном: белой глянцевой отделкой корпуса и футуристической внутренней подсветкой с 52 возможными цветами и 5-ю световыми эффектами.

Модель G7 с диагоналями 32 и 27 дюймов — новый уровень игрового процесса 

Мониторы младшей модели G7 получили такие же высокие характеристики по времени отклика, частоте обновления и радиусу кривизны экрана, как и старшая модель. G7 построена на базе матрицы Quad-High Definition с разрешением 2560×1440 точек с соотношением сторон 16:9 и панелью HDR600 VA с пиковой яркостью 600 кд/м2. QLED-экран модели G7 с технологией Quantum Dot обеспечивает точное воспроизведение цветов в широком диапазоне значений при любом освещении. 
G7 получила обновлённый дизайн с гладкой матовой чёрной поверхностью корпуса и изменяемую внутреннюю подсветку, которая может оставаться статичной, приглушаться во время игры или менять цвет в зависимости от предпочтений игрока.
Для получения дополнительной информации обо всех игровых мониторах Samsung, посетите страницу https://displaysolutions.samsung.com/monitor/odyssey.
Глобальные продажи мониторов Samsung G9 и G7 начнутся во 2-м квартале 2020 года.

* Источник: IDC Worldwide Quarterly Gaming Tracker, 2019 Q3 data
** Дисклеймер: совместимость игровых мониторов G9 и G7 с G-SYNC в настоящее время проходит сертификацию в NVIDIA.

CES 2020: Samsung Unveils New Odyssey Gaming Monitor Line-up

G9 and G7 curved QLED gaming monitors are more immersive than ever with 1000R curvature and superior performance that gamers demand

Samsung Electronics, the global leader in the gaming monitor market*, today introduced its new line-up of groundbreaking curved Odyssey gaming monitors at CES 2020. The new line-up has been completely reimagined with gamers in mind, including radically new curved displays and industry-leading performance features for a whole new way to game.
Comprised of the G9 model – with an industry-leading 49” display – and the G7, available in 32” and 27”, both Odyssey gaming monitors are completely redesigned and take immersive gaming to the next level. Both monitors feature an extremely deep curvature – the first ever monitors to possess a high-performance 1000R curvatures – and stunning QLED picture quality.
The monitor’s superior performances have even been certified by TÜV Rheinland, a leading international certification organization which has awarded Samsung the industry`s first high performance 1000R curved display and Eye Comfort certificate. Gamers can benefit from 1ms response time and 240hz RapidCurve™, putting themselves in the middle of the action. Samsung`s newest gaming monitors will support NVIDIA G-SYNC® Compatibility** and Adaptive Sync on DP1.4. Both monitors have also been redesigned with a completely new take on what gaming monitors can look like.
“The new Odyssey portfolio proves that Samsung is continuing to drive innovation with industry-leading technology and design that allow gamers significantly better performances,” said Seog-gi Kim, Executive Vice President of the Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “Samsung’s new curved gaming monitor line-up has been completely redesigned to give gamers an entirely new and immersive experience.”
Immersion and speed are critical as gaming is more competitive than ever. The new monitors’ gaming-focused, technical innovations take gamers’ needs for speed, responsiveness and minimal distractions into account, equipping them with the best gaming experience possible.

49” G9: The Most Immersive Gaming Experience

The G9 is the world’s first Dual Quad High-Definition (DQHD; 5120×1440 resolution) gaming monitor to feature a rapid, 240Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time, 32:9 aspect ratio, a deep and immersive 1000R curvature, and a peak brightness of 1000 cd/m2. The monitor features Quantum dot technology combined with an HDR1000 VA panel to produce lifelike colors in vivid detail. The combination of quick response time and refresh rate along with industry-leading 1000R curve eliminates distractions and lag time, creating ultra-smooth screen transitions for critical gaming moments where a split second could mean the difference between winning and losing.
The G9 has a striking new design with a glossy white exterior and a futuristic infinity core lighting glowing rear core, which includes 52 colors and five lighting effect options. The design and lighting effects stand out from the competition and complement any gaming setup.

32” and 27” G7: A Whole New Gaming Experience

Gamers will appreciate that the G7 has the same quick response time and refresh rate, deep curved display, and overall performance of the G9, in smaller 32” and 27” models. The G7’s Quad-High Definition (QHD; 2560×1440 resolution), 16:9 aspect ratio and HDR600 VA panel are complemented by a 600 cd/m2 peak brightness. Additionally, the G7’s QLED screen with Quantum dot technology provides an exceptionally wide range of accurate color reproductions that stay crisp and clear even in bright light.
The G7 has been completely redesigned with a sleek, matte black exterior and color-changing rear core lighting that can remain static or dim during gameplay, as well as change colors based on gamers’ preferences. In addition, the G7 has added dynamic shapes and lighting to the monitor`s front bezel.
To fully experience the G9 and G7, please visit Samsung at CES at the Central Hall (Booth #15006) from January 7-10, 2020. For additional information on all Samsung gaming monitors, please visit https://displaysolutions.samsung.com/monitor/odyssey.
Samsung’s G9 and G7 will be available globally beginning Q2 2020.

* Source: IDC Worldwide Quarterly Gaming Tracker, 2019 Q3 data
** Disclaimer: G-SYNC Compatibility validation for G9 and G7 gaming monitors are currently in progress.

Designing the Gaming Monitors of the Future: the Odyssey G7 and G9

2020 is set to be a big year for Samsung innovations. A year that will see the company chart a bold new future not just for technologies like AI, 5G and IoT, but everyday devices like gaming monitors as well. Since producing its very first gaming monitor less than four years ago, Samsung has soared to the top of the market with a portfolio of offerings that combine outstanding performance with immersive visuals.
Now, the company has announced that beginning this year, its Odyssey line of gaming laptops, PCs and VR devices is expanding to include gaming monitors, too. This will establish Odyssey as Samsung’s official product line for gaming gear. Visitors to Samsung’s CES 2020 booth can see firsthand how the company applied the futuristic design cues that the line is known for – and gamers love – to create the all-new Odyssey G7 and G9. Both the (27- or 32-inch) G7 and the (49-inch) G9 come packed with next-level specs including ultrawide, 1000R-curvature screens, a rapid 1ms response time, a 240Hz refresh rate for incredibly smooth FPS (first-person shooter) gameplay, G-Sync compatibility, and much more.
To learn more about the process behind the gaming monitors’ designs, Samsung Newsroom interviewed some of the designers who brought the monitors to life.

A New Chapter for the Odyssey

When discussing the process of refining the Odyssey G7 and G9’s designs, each member of the team, from Samsung’s Visual Display Business, stressed the importance of putting the needs and interests of gamers first. That, at its core, is what the Odyssey line is all about: equipping users with the tools they need to enjoy the best possible gaming experience.
However, as Visual Communication designer Adam Burgess noted, the launch of the Odyssey G7 and G9 not only demonstrates Samsung’s commitment to offering consumers game-changing gaming technologies, “It also creates an opportunity for us to thoughtfully communicate the philosophy of the Odyssey line in a way that feels authentic to our product offerings now and to come.”
That philosophy is realized in a pair of monitors created under design principles that can be summed up with the words “courageous,” “futuristic,” and “confident.” The devices’ simple designs set the tone for Odyssey monitors to follow, and are distinguished by their sharp contrast of black and white elements and use of eye-catching blue accenting. (It should be noted that the “Odyssey” name will also be applied to Samsung gaming monitors that are already on the market.)
“The word ‘Odyssey’ brings to mind the idea of navigation, of a journey,” said Burgess. “As Samsung’s official product line for gaming gear, Odyssey offers consumers next-level gaming experiences, powered by a combination of advanced gaming technologies and purposeful design. Together, these two attributes evoke the image of advancing toward the future.”

Future Focused

The Odyssey G7 and G9’s futuristic designs are products of the team’s careful observation of market trends. Odyssey G9 designer Juwon Cho explained the team’s approach.
“Our market research has shown that Samsung gaming monitors consistently earn good reviews,” said Cho. “However, we received feedback that some consumers would like to see genre-specific gaming elements incorporated into gaming monitor designs. To chart the best course for enhancing our offerings, we first examined some of the popular games and devices that gamers tend to prefer.” When the research showed that many gamers prefer futuristic concepts, the team adopted that term as a key design principle.
For gamers, one of the Odyssey G9’s most appealing – and futuristic – design elements may just be the Infinity Core Lighting on its back. As Cho explained, the key to its design boils down to the same factor that enables the monitor to transform users’ gaming sessions: immersion.
“When designing the lighting, we utilized light and mirrors to create the sensation that you’re being transported to another dimension when you look at it,” said Cho. “Of course, gaming on a 49-inch curved monitor with a 32:9 aspect ratio evokes that same immersive sensation, and that alone would be very enticing to many gamers. However, we wanted to create gaming monitors that offered more. That is to say, we wanted them to be monitors that users would be proud to show off.”
As design team member Ki-hong Kim explained, however, immersion wasn’t the only factor that guided the Odyssey G7’s lighting design. “Like all Samsung gaming monitors, the Odyssey G7 features what we like to call Arena Lighting on its back,” said Kim. “We differentiated the design by adding dynamic shapes and lighting to the monitor’s front bezel. It’s all part of creating a monitor that, just like futuristic armor and weapons from sci-fi games, projects a strong image as gaming gear.”

Convenience Is Key

Kim emphasized that the consumer is always key when it comes to product design, and because gamers are always interested in what the professionals are using, “We asked professional gamers to share their detailed opinions and preferences so we could incorporate them into the product.”
For example, many pro gamers consider a gaming monitor’s stand to be a very important design consideration. This is because often times, when gaming, they require a large space to move their mouse, and a wide monitor stand may get in their way. It’s also important that the monitor stand does not prevent them from placing their keyboard in a comfortable position. To address these inconveniences, the team carefully calibrated the angle of the Odyssey G7’s stand to enable users to comfortably position their keyboard and move their mouse freely. Users can also easily swivel, tilt and adjust the height of both the Odyssey G7 and G9 to accommodate their posture and eye level.

Breaking Convention

Continuing his breakdown of the Odyssey G7’s design, Kim described various ways that the team enhanced the gaming monitor to differentiate it from conventional offerings. The G7’s 1000R-curvature screen is a sharp departure from typical gaming monitors, which feature boxy rectangular frames. He also explained how the team optimized the accent lighting to enhance the gaming experience and make the monitor stand out.
“Some members of our team were concerned that incorporating lighting into the front of the display could disturb gameplay,” said Kim. “This led us to come up with a lighting design that directs light downward. The design received positive reviews from users, and with that aspect of the design sorted, we were able to continue developing the product.”
The Odyssey G9’s glossy white design is another departure from convention. After surveying customer opinions, the team elected to utilize the color because feedback indicated that white creates the strongest impression of a futuristic design. Feedback on the monitors themselves has been terrific thus far, as both have already garnered Innovation Awards at this year’s CES – the Odyssey G9 in the Computer Peripheral Device category, and the G7 in the Gaming category.

Getting the Most Out of Your Monitor

In addition to discussing the process of refining the Odyssey G7 and G9’s designs, the designers revealed how they would utilize the monitors to enhance their own gaming experiences. 
“Often times, when I play games, I play in a dark environment so I can immerse myself in the game and concentrate better,” said Kim. “The lighting on the front and back of the G7 was designed with consideration for such environments, and helps make the gaming experience that much more immersive.”
Cho added that the Odyssey G9’s immersion-amplifying design has the power to transform how users experience their favorite games. “The G9’s 1000R curvature allows it to fill the user’s entire field of view,” said Cho. “When you play games that support the monitor’s 32:9 screen ratio, especially FPS, flight simulator and racing games, the level of immersion is such that you feel as if you are inside the game itself.”
The market for gaming monitors is estimated to grow from roughly 7.8 million units in 2019 to 12.2 million by 2023.1 Going forward, Samsung will continue to lead innovation in the market by offering gamers monitor designs that put their needs first.
“Even after a gaming monitor launches, the team will constantly seek out feedback and data to reflect in the designs of future products,” said Cho.
“Our goal,” added Kim, “is to anticipate trends in the rapidly evolving gaming market, and design products that lead those trends – rather than products that are simply different from what’s already out there.”

1 According to figures from market research firm IDC (2019)

Samsung запускает в продажу мощный игровой ноутбук Odyssey

Представленный в начале января на выставке CES 2019 портативный игровой компьютер класса High-End Samsung Notebook Odyssey поступил в продажу, но, к сожалению, не на российский рынок, оккупированный дешёвой китайщиной.
Незадолго до этого южнокорейский техногигант опубликовал детальный обзор наиболее интересных особенностей новинки. В частности, подробно описана работа новой системы охлаждения, которая эффективно защищает процессорную часть от перегрева (см. иллюстрации).
Для игроков, которые хотят доминировать в конкурентной борьбе и наслаждаться захватывающим игровым процессом, Samsung Odyssey открывает все возможности. Он обладает превосходным металлическим дизайном, максимальной производительностью и множеством ударных функций.
«Новейший высокопроизводительный игровой ноутбук Samsung гарантирует, что его владельцам больше никогда не придётся идти на компромисс, чтобы испытать лучшие, самые интенсивные игры на своем мобильном вычислительном устройстве» - сказал Янг-гу Чой, старший вице-президент подразделения PC Business Business Mobile Communication в Samsung Electronics.
Notebook Odyssey может похвастаться новым инновационным дизайном, обеспечивающим оптимальное удобство работы для пользователей и обеспечивая высочайшую производительность в компактном корпусе. Уменьшенная лицевая панель Samsung Notebook Odyssey оставляет больше места для 144-герцового дисплея. В Samsung Notebook Odyssey используется NVIDIA® G-SYNC™, что позволяет полностью погрузиться в интерактивный игровой процесс с кристально чистым изображением, отображая каждую деталь.
Будучи самым изысканным игровым ноутбуком от Samsung, премиум-дизайн Notebook Odyssey выводит своего владельца на передовые рубежи мира электронных игр.
Поскольку геймерам нужен ноутбук с мощнейшей производительностью, новый компьютер готов справиться со всем, что могут предложить даже самые требовательные игры. Samsung Notebook Odyssey поставляется с полным набором аппаратных средств, необходимых игрокам для победы в каждой битве: новейший 16-ядерный процессор Intel® i7 8-го поколения, обеспечивающий бесперебойную работу даже в самых насыщенных играх, и высокопроизводительный модуль NVIDIA® GeForce RTX ™ GPU 20-й серии. Эти процессоры, основанные на новой архитектуре NVIDIA Turing GPU и платформе RTX, объединяют трассировку лучей в реальном времени, искусственный интеллект и программируемое затенение.
Под капотом находятся 2 усовершенствованных кулера Jet Blade, каждый из которых имеет по 83 лопатки, а новая система охлаждения с пятиконтурной трубкой позволяет машине работать на "максимальных оборотах", независимо от интенсивности игровой сессии.
Samsung Notebook Odyssey также предлагает новый набор эксклюзивных настроек и функций. Режим Odyssey позволяет пользователям сохранять настройки под разными профилями для различных типов игр. Beast Mode позволяет владельцу ноутбука модулировать его производительность в зависимости от программного обеспечения, на котором он работает, а Black Equalizer помогает геймерам получить преимущество перед конкурентами, улучшив освещение в игровом контенте. Пользователи также могут расширить возможности Samsung Notebook Odyssey, добавив дополнительный SSD или отключив жёсткий диск для увеличения мощности.
Samsung Notebook Odyssey сочетает в себе передовую производительность, неповторимый стиль и набор эксклюзивных функций, созданных для повышения игрового уровня даже самых хардкорных пользователей.

Finding out How the New Samsung Notebook Odyssey Keeps Its Cool

Perhaps one of the hardest missions for gaming laptop users to tackle is overheating. Some even say that heat itself is the enemy, as it can slow down gaming performance and become the critical difference between winning and losing.
On May 16, Samsung Electronics released the new Samsung Notebook Odyssey in the United States. Loaded with a dual cooling system to maximize heat-dispensing capacity, it has cool specifications such as the 8th Generation Intel Core i7 processor with six cores, NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 2060 graphics card and others. Samsung Newsroom looked into the updated Notebook Odyssey with a thermal imaging camera to see how it deals with a heated gaming session.

Formidable Dual Cooling and Penta-Heat Pipe

Let’s explore the latest Samsung Notebook Odyssey’s outstanding cooling system. On the bottom of the laptop, users will find a sophisticated dual cooling system that ensures efficient heat control.
The Notebook Odyssey has two cooling fans that dispense heat while absorbing the air from outside. There are 83 blades in each fan in the new Notebook Odyssey – 2.9 times more than in the previous model.
Moreover, the updated Notebook Odyssey creates an airflow that is 15 percent stronger by reducing the thickness of the blades by a third (0.25㎜). This is how the Notebook Odyssey ensures the best performance of the laptop by removing internal heat, while quickly absorbing fresh air on the top and the bottom.

Thermal Imaging Shows the Samsung Notebook Odyssey at Work

Some may wonder whether a laptop can address heating issues at the same level as a desktop. So Samsung Newsroom played a first-person shooter video game “Battlefield V” on the Samsung Notebook Odyssey to put all doubts to rest. One of the first things we examined was the System Status Dashboard, which allows users to check the Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) temperature, Frame Per Second (FPS), CPU temperature and other aspects while playing games in real time.
The temperature of the GPU and the CPU stood at 72℃ and 81℃ respectively (above, left). We also measured the external temperature of the laptop with a thermal imaging camera to gauge the level of heat the user might feel. The hottest part was the center of the hinge (between the screen and keyboard) which was 26.8℃ (above, right). The highest temperature recorded was in the user’s left hand, which peaked at 31.2℃ and is represented in white in the picture taken by the thermal imaging camera.
While playing the game for about 30 minutes, the temperature of the GPU and CPU peaked at 79℃ and 91℃ respectively (refer to the left picture above). The thermal imaging camera recorded a maximum temperature of 34.2℃ at the center of the keyboard, which is the most frequently used area. While the laptop generates a certain amount of heat after this time, it had a minimal impact on gameplay as the heat was localized to the center of the keyboard.
Thanks to its portability, if a user has to move when gaming, they can close their Notebook Odyssey and carry it with just one hand. Therefore, it is important to check the temperature of the laptop’s back and the heat remaining on the table through a thermal imaging camera. The peak temperature was 34.3℃ (above, left) on the back center of the new Notebook Odyssey after playing the game. The edges of the laptop were far cooler than the middle. After removing the laptop, the remaining heat on the table was 28℃ (above, right) which is cool enough that the user can touch the table with his or her bare hand.
Another reason why users of the new Samsung Notebook Odyssey don’t feel the heat is because of the laptop’s unique ventilation system. The laptop is designed to draw cool air in from its bottom and the keyboard and then expel warm air through the back and sides, so that the heat doesn’t reach the touchpad or the user’s face.

A Shortcut Key Ushers in a Whole New World: Odyssey Mode

Another exclusive feature of the updated Notebook Odyssey is Odyssey Mode. Users can save settings presets in advance under different profiles for various types of games and press Fn and F11 simultaneously to launch Odyssey Mode. Users can also toggle a number of other features and options, including Beast Mode, Black Equalizer, Dolby Atmos, settings to optimize resolution for the game genre, and the Windows key and touchpad.
Beast Mode enhances the desktop-like performance of the NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 2060 graphics card. The FPS (refer to the upper right of the picture above) ranged 80 to 90 before starting Beast Mode. If a user enables Beast Mode in the middle of playing a game, they will notice an increase in FPS, making movements on the display seem livelier.
Black Equalizer allows users to control the black levels of the display from 0 to 100 percent. They can clearly see the differences between 20 percent (basic mode), 60 percent (profile 1) and 90 percent (profile 2). Users are able to adjust the shade and brightness to their comfort, helping them to uncover enemies hidden in the game. By modulating black levels according to the different backgrounds in the game – such as canyons, plains, sky – users might be able to improve their gameplay.
The new Samsung Notebook Odyssey is engineered to have formidable performance, an efficient cooling system, and exceptional gaming technologies. The product is optimal for carrying in a backpack as it has a 15.6” display and is 2.39kg in weight and 19.9mm thick. The New Notebook Odyssey is the natural choice for those who are looking for dynamic gaming gear.

Новый VR-шлем Samsung Odyssey поступил в продажу

Samsung начал продажи своего первого VR-шлема с функцией дополненной реальности на платформе Windows Mixed Reality от Microsoft. В настоящее время Samsung Odyssey доступен в США по цене $499 с комплектом контроллеров движения.
По своим параметрам шлем более продвинутый, чем любые другие модели, работающие базе Windows Mixed Reality. В то время как большинство шлемов Windows Mixed Reality оборудованы LCD-дисплеями 1440 x 1440, в девайсе южнокорейского техногиганта используется два 3,5-дюймовых AMOLED-дисплея 1440 x 1600 пикселей, то есть общее разрешение составляет 2880 x 1600 пикселей. Также стоит отметить наличие высококачественных встроенных наушников AKG (ныне этот брэнд принадлежит Samsung вместе с его материнской компанией Harman International) и двойной массив микрофонов.
Углы обзора и частота составляют, соответственно, 110 градусов и 90 Гц. Шлем оснащён двумя камерами 6DOF с возможностью распознавания движений с 6-ю степенями свободы. В качестве интерфейсов используются HDMI 2.0 и USB 3.0.
Поначалу Samsung Odyssey будет доступен в Южной Корее, США, Китае, Бразилии и Гонконге. В дальнейшем география продаж должна быть расширена.

Samsung Odyssey Windows VR Headset Now Available – Everything You Need to Know

The Samsung Odyssey, the company’s first PC VR headset, is available starting today in several countries, sold via Samsung and Microsoft stores. The $500 VR headset and controllers, part of the ‘Windows Mixed Reality’ platform, is described as the “most immersive,” and leads on specs (and top price) compared to the other Windows VR headsets.

Samsung Odyssey Specs and Minimum Requirements

Samsung has positioned the Odyssey VR headset as the premium offering among the Windows VR headsets, a handful of which launched initially last month.
The device lays claim to the highest resolution among the Windows VR headsets, with a pair of 1,440 × 1,600 displays (capable of up to 90Hz) which are OLED (compared to the LCD screen of the others), which typically means richer colors, greater contrast, and potentially less ghosting. The Odyssey is also the only one of the Windows VR headsets (so far) with integrated headphones and a microphone, which gives the headset a leg up in usability. Unfortunately it lacks the flip-up visor hinge that the other Windows VR headsets share.
Equipped with Fresnel lenses, Samsung claims the quoted 110 degree field of view is “one of the widest available on the market.” The Odyssey is also the only Windows VR headset to offer an IPD adjustment to let you dial in the sweet-spot by changing the distance between the lenses, from 60 to 72 mm.
Like all the Windows VR headsets to date, the Odyssey includes two front-facing cameras for inside-out tracking, which means you don’t need any external sensors or beacons for head and controller tracking. Despite Microsoft calling the Odyssey (and other Windows VR headsets) “Mixed Reality,” there is no pass-through video or augmented reality functionality from the cameras.
The headset itself weighs a hefty 1.42 pounds (644 grams), which makes it one of the heaviest consumer headsets out there. The cable is 13.1 feet (4 meters) long, and terminates in USB 3.0 and HDMI 2.0 plugs.

Samsung Odyssey Deals and Where to Buy

Interested in picking up the Odyssey? Samsung has confirmed to Road to VR that the headset is initially available in the US, China, Korea, Brazil, and Hong Kong, via the Samsung and Microsoft stores.
At the time of writing, the Samsung.com option estimates the headset will ship in 7–10 business days. The Samsung page also indicates that Rock and Rails, previously developed as a Gear VR title, will be included with the purchase.
Over at Microsoft, the current estimate is 3–7 business days, though you may also be able to find the headset in Microsoft’s brick and mortar stores (you can check inventory through the website). There’s no mention of Rock and Rails being included as a freebie when purchase from Microsoft, but the company is offering a $100 discount on a bundle including the Odyssey headset and a Samsung laptop for a hefty $2,000.