LG W2353V

LG Electronics W53 LCD Monitor

This 23-inch display includes a light sensor that automatically adjusts screen brightness depending on the surrounding environment. LG's 23-inch W2353V, one of the company's "Smart Series" displays, differentiates itself from other monitors with its emphasis on reducing eyestrain. The $229 unit includes an AutoBright function and a sensor that can detect ambient light and adjust the screen brightness accordingly. Using the control worked fairly well, though in some circumstances--such as a room that was just somewhat dim--it was hard to see any discernible difference in the screen's brightness. The W2353V performed well in our image quality tests, showing bright, realistic colors, particularly in our shot of a picnic. It also displayed text well, with sharp lettering, even at small font sizes. The monitor has a wide range of viewable angles: In looking at the screen from the side, the image did not discolor or distort. The W2353V also handled our motion tests well, showing no visible blurring or flutter. The screen's touch-sensitive controls run along the lip of the bottom bezel. Rub your finger over the lip, and the controls appear on the screen.