HP Pavilion 25xi/27xi

I'm afraid they probably won't. They haven't launched any recent 25" and 27" models from any similar series in the UK or Europe (with the exception of the Envy 27 in some regions). I have no idea why they only go as far as releasing 23" versions of most of their monitors over here, but that's the way it is.
 
Shame if the don't. I think I'll wait a few month and see if they do, if not and nothing else is out that I like the look of, then I may import/ebay one.
 
PCM2 or anyone else who can help? I have sourced the monitor for sale at overstock in the states, will I have to purchase a new power adapter to power the monitor in the UK or will the adapter auto regulate the current and I just have to connect a UK power cable to it?
 
Sorry, don't mean to be an ass, but, what's so special about these monitors? I can't find anything in their specs that would make it worthwhile importing them from the states.
 
Yeah it ain't an amazing res but I just love the look and the gloss screen, It's gonna cost £327 from the US and that includes shipping and all import taxes. It was either this or the Dell S2740L, I prefer the HP.
 
Just bought this HP Pavilion 25xi IPS monitor (I live in Singapore at the moment). Expensive for the size and res (around £250) but a great monitor.

3 year warranty, also includes some standalone speakers (usb powered with 3.5mm line input) which are better than I thought would be. Includes VGA, HDMI, and DVI cable.

Love this monitor! For 1080p I think 25" is just nice. 1080p at 22-23" is ideal just for productivity use otherwise 1440p is better for larger screens. But for watching movies etc, 25" is nicer even at 1080p.

The glossy surface is perfect on this. It is reflective but a lot less than the Dell S2440L and a bit less than the S2340L. HP seem to have used a slightly different glass panel.

No dead pixels that I can see and colour/brightness is pretty uniform. The IPS panel is great. Lovely rich punchy colours and good contrast.

Build quality is really good. Much better than some of the cheaper monitors that I have seen and no glossy black plastic in sight! The monitor is very thin and sleek, and the design stylish but in a subtle non-blingy way. Bezel inc. the frame only measures 9mm on top and sides. The controls are on the front lower frame and are touch sensitive. Comes with software to control the settings within Windows if you prefer.

Although it is expensive (still think it is too expensive), you get what you pay for. This is a great monitor. Need to spend some time calibrating it (software only).

Will post some photos when I get the chance.
 
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PCM2 or anyone else who can help? I have sourced the monitor for sale at overstock in the states, will I have to purchase a new power adapter to power the monitor in the UK or will the adapter auto regulate the current and I just have to connect a UK power cable to it?
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Power brick is 100v-240v 50-60Hz so will work fine in UK. You just need a UK power cable or cheap travel adaptor if you get this from the US.
 
Cheers mate, I was put off the 27xi by a review on CNET that stated it had heavy AG coating, kind of strange on gloss display? what's yours like.

So I have decided to go with the Acer S275HLbmii, it's another clear gloss panel and uses the same panel as the HP and it's widely available in the UK, take notice HP.:rolleyes:

http://www.overclockers.ru/lab/5235..._i_testirovanie_monitora_Acer_S275HLbmii.html

The merits of antiglare (AG) screen coating are much debated these days. Some viewers prefer the coating not be applied at all, while others favor only a limited amount. And others are completely indifferent. AG coating doesn't adversely affect a monitor's quality, and its benefits or lack thereof are strictly a question of preference.

That said, there is a heavy AG coating on the HP 27xi's screen, reducing potential reflections while keeping very little of the contrast "pop" that glossy screens enjoy. A fully glossy display can increase the perceived contrast of a monitor screen -- which some people prefer -- but can also make it difficult to see what's on the screen in direct sunlight.
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http://reviews.cnet.com/lcd-monitors/hp-pavilion-27xi/4505-3174_7-35603096-2.html
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Will post some photos when I get the chance.
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Yeah some pics would be great, would have went with the 25ix over the 27 if it was confirmed there is no AG and if it was even available in the US nevermind the UK.
 
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It is possible that HP used the same AH-IPS panel as on the AOC i2757Fm, ASUS MX279H, IPS277L etc. and just whacked a glass cover over it. It does indeed boggle the mind why they would do such a thing. Nothing like adding a highly reflective surface to a vibrancy and clarity reducing matte surface so you get the worst of both worlds. Matte surfaces can reduce internal reflection a bit and it can be helpful but it only has to be very light and 'misty' to be effective for that (case in point the Samsung S27B970D). I'm very curious about this. I will try to contact Eric Franklin about this as he is a very approachable person and I do communicate with him sometimes.

Look forward to your thoughts on the Acer, anyway.
 
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It is possible that HP used the same AH-IPS panel as on the AOC i2757Fm, ASUS MX279H, IPS277L etc. and just whacked a glass cover over it. It does indeed boggle the mind why they would do such a thing. Nothing like adding a highly reflective surface to a vibrancy and clarity reducing matte surface so you get the worst of both worlds. Matte surfaces can reduce internal reflection a bit and it can be helpful but it only has to be very light and 'misty' to be effective for that (case in point the Samsung S27B970D). I'm very curious about this. I will try to contact Eric Franklin about this as he is a very approachable person and I do communicate with him sometimes.

Look forward to your thoughts on the Acer, anyway.
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Hmmm... interesting. That may explain why I find it less reflective than other glossy monitors. Although it is not obvious that it may have a matte surface underneath. I cannot see any of the "dirtiness" associated with a heavy AG coating. Colours seem nice and vibrant to me. Difficult to say without having other monitors to compare side-by-side.

HP's Singapore website says this regarding their BrightView display:

"The smooth surface panel reflects light downward and reduces screen glare with no loss of contrast.
Reflected light does not reach your eyes from the entire display surface, therefore the picture from the display is clear and not washed out"

Not sure if that is just marketing nonsense or a specially developed technology by HP.

Willing to give HP the benefit of the doubt here. They must have done their research. Can't believe they would just stick a glossy surface over a matte screen or, if they did, maybe it does work?

Will see if I can post some photos on Wednesday!
 
BrightView is an anti-reflective technology applied to glossy surfaces to reduce reflection, as apposed to a matte anti-glare layer. I haven't seen the monitor myself and maybe never will but what CNET said is confusing me as much as anyone else. :p
 
Some photos, excuse the quality and vertical line on the left, camera is quite old and on its way out.

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Looking good, only stills but I can't pick up any sign of AG coating especially on the white areas on screen. Wish I could pick up the 25xi, any suggestions on how that would be possible without taking a holiday to singapore.
 
Don't think there is AG coating, just glossy with HP's anti-reflective coating as PCM2 mentioned.

I guess using those freight forwarding companies is the only way. But cannot recommend getting from Singapore as it is a lot more expensive here than the US. Even more expensive than the 27xi here although it does come with 3-years warranty which may not be the case for US models.

Speaking of warranty, if you import it and need to exchange/repair, going to cost a lot more in shipping back and forth.

Have any contacts in the US? Guess if you go up to 27" you will have more choice, such as Acer or the HP Envy 27 which looks even more glossier!

Sorry can't be of more help. Would be willing to send you one from here but doubt it would be worth the cost or risk.
 
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