Planar Helium Debuts
Today, Planar Systems will launch something called Helium – family of multi-touch desktop monitors designed specifically to work with Microsoft Windows 8-connected Ultrabook, tablet or desktop PC. The Planar Helium family debuts with a 27-inch model (model PCT2785) that customers can simply plug the monitor directly into their Ultrabook, tablet or desktop PC, and everything works right out of the box – no Windows configuration required. Including a built-in 1080p webcam and microphone for VTC apps and a built-in USB hub that allows users to connect other peripherals directly to the monitor, the Helium display can also be paired with other non-touch monitors and has 20 simultaneous touch points that recognize touch input from a finger, thin gloved hand or conductive stylus.