Display specialist, HannsG, has today unveiled its first Touch Screen monitor. With an affordable price tag of only £199.99 the 23" HT231HPB is set to turn the futuristic touch screen computing experience into reality for everyone. The new monitor which boasts advanced 10-Point touch control is certified to work with Windows 8 and is launched to coincide nicely with the release of Windows 8.1.

Most notably, the HT231HPB offers the ultimate touch experience with highly responsive 10 point touch control technology to navigate the Windows 8 operating system with ease. This enables users to fully appreciate finger tip screen control at its best promising no lag, better accuracy and zoom capabilities.HannsG's Touch Screen monitor is both practical and stylish. The design has been cleverly constructed to fully appreciate the touch screen capabilities, including a robust stand that can tilt the monitor so that it is almost plush to a flat surface whilst withstanding the downward force of touch actions. It also offers VESA mount support which can be used to wall mount for an eye level touch experience, or to partner up with a Windows 8 enabled Mini PC to transform the HT231HPB into a smart All-in-One PC solution.

The perfect host for demanding HD multimedia content, the HT231HPB boasts Full HD credentials with a 1920 x 1080 resolution, and features HannsG's proprietary active contrast technology delivering clarity and true colour with an 80,000,000:1 contrast ratio. In addition, the HT231HPB has a full connectivity line up including HDMI, DVI and VGA on board and has built in stereo speakers as standard.

To compliment the user friendly interface provided by the Windows 8 operating system, the HT231HPB includes an easy to use settings menu that offers intuitive preset picture modes to ensure the perfect picture delivery for a variety of applications such as Movie and Game.

Part of the HannStar Display Corporation one of the largest glass panel manufacturers in the world and HannsTouch the third largest touch technology manufacturer in the world, HannsG benefits from a rich heritage and world class, technological AV prowess. Consequently the new HT231HPB boasts advanced proprietary touch control technologies which deliver the very best user experience and an industry leading glass panel for the ultimate visual display. It also enables HannsG to confidently offer customers an industry leading 3 year warranty.

The HW246HBB is available from Ingram Micro, Micro-P, and Midwich. RRP: £199 inc. VAT. A 27" Touch Screen model will be announced shortly.

HT231HPB

• Display: 23" 10-Point Touch LED
• Brightness: 250cd/m2
• Contrast Ratio (typ.): 1000:1
• Active Contrast: 80,000,000:1
• Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (16:9)
• Response Time: 5ms (typ.)
• Viewing Angles: H/V 170°/160°
• Inputs: VGA, HDMI, DVI (HDCP)
• Dimensions (mm): 575.5 (w) x 407.7 (h) x 43.7 (d)
• Multi-Video Modes: PC / Movie / Game / Eco
• Certifications: Energy Star 6 / China Energy Level 1 / HDMI/ Windows 8
• Power Mode Indicator Light
• Kensington Lock
• Built-in Stereo Speakers
• Tilt: -10°~60°
• VESA Mounting 100 x 100mm (Wall Mount or Mini PC)
• 3 Year Warranty