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If it really is under $1000 it'll be a steal, the 24" doesn't have a price yet though, and the 32" is over $2500 I think.

If I was to get a 4k display it'll probably be the Dell as it's geared towards professionals, and won't have a nastily glossy screen.

A 32" would be prefect for me, as I like the screen real-estate but don't like multiple monitors or bezels breaking up my work space. It's just that price tag.

Two 28" at $2000 is still more space, and costs less than a single 32".

The 24" does have a price. It is $1499
 
Hmm, I wonder what the display quality difference is going to be like between the 28" and others now.

The 24" and the 32" seem to be aimed at more precise colour reproduction, so I expect no factory colour calibration, less connectors, smaller colour range and possibly only 30 Hz vs 60 Hz on the pricier models. But we have to wait for the 28" specs to be sure.
 
The 24" and the 32" seem to be aimed at more precise colour reproduction, so I expect no factory colour calibration, less connectors, smaller colour range and possibly only 30 Hz vs 60 Hz on the pricier models. But we have to wait for the 28" specs to be sure.

I don't mind a slightly lower colour gamut, but if it's 30Hz I shan't be touching it at that price.

Also as long as it has a display port it'll be fine, for both my current MP, and the nMP.

I look forward to seeing TFTcentral review them.
 
Reporting back in on how the Seiki 39' is behaving with OS X and the cMP:

AMD 7950
  • Switching between back to the 7950, it became evident that I was running on a non-flashed firmware. I flashed it to a modified version for a Gigabyte 7950.
  • HDMI is more crippled on the EFI based firmware and can't drive 2160P.
  • With the flashed ROM, 3840x2160 can only be displayed using: HDMI cable to HDMI->DVI dongle adapter from ATI -> DVI->DisplayPort Active Adapter -> DisplayPort Adapter to Mini Display Port Adapter. Crazy as it sounds, it works and all resolutions and timings are available. (24Hz, 25Hz, 30Hz).
  • DVI or HDMI will only push a 1920x2160 image that fills 1/2 of the display. OS X thinks it's sending 3840H but the display is only receiving a 1920H signal.
  • Mavericks has an annoying issue with the 7950 that continually spins the PCI fan up and down with an annoying drone. Running a 3D app that pushes the GPU for 20 seconds fixes this problem.
  • Changing between 2160P and 1080P HiDPI is instant with no delay.

nvidia 680GTX
  • HDMI maxes out at 3840x2160 @ 25Hz., no way around this.
  • Seiki HDMI ->HDMI cable -> HDMI /DVI dongle from ATI -> DVI-> DisplayPort adapter -> 680GTX display port unlocks all resolutions
  • After changing resolutions in the display control panel, 2160P is no longer available at 30Hz. User must restart to regain access to 3840x2160.

Running at 4k
  • I keep switching back and forth between 3840x2160 and 1080P HiDPI depending on the task at hand. With Xcode I find myself needing the full resolution display. With content consumption and office related tasks, 1080P HiDPI is is nice
  • Resuming from sleep takes a bit more time due to an extended wake up time for the Seiki.
  • While I've worked with multiple displays for years, a single Seiki 39" can work effectively.
  • 30Hz... well it's 30Hz. Definitely workable for iOS/OS X development.
 
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It would be nice to have a retina display at my desk, but 30 hz is kind of a deal breaker.

I'm going to wait for new Thunderbolt displays. I'm hoping they're out by the time I order but they probably won't be.
 
...but 30 hz is kind of a deal breaker

[*]30Hz... well it's 30Hz. Definitely workable for iOS/OS X development.

...but if it's 30Hz I shan't be touching it at that price.

Is 30Hz really bad? Is it ok for static images (eg photos, text) but unacceptable for moving images (videos, games) or is it just bad for everything? If it's bad, how much does it stutter? Does the mouse literally hop along the screen? Thanks for your advice.
 
Is 30Hz really bad? Is it ok for static images (eg photos, text) but unacceptable for moving images (videos, games) or is it just bad for everything? If it's bad, how much does it stutter? Does the mouse literally hop along the screen? Thanks for your advice.

If you have a recent-model Mac there's a fair chance you can hook it up to pretty much any TV with an HDMI port, go into Display in System Preferences, and select 30 Hz. It's something I think people should really judge first-hand before considering one of these screens as a monitor.

Yes, mouse movement feels very noticeably jerkier. It's easily bad enough that I wouldn't use one of these screens as a day to day monitor, but I suspect others will be more or less bothered by it.
 
Is 30Hz really bad? Is it ok for static images (eg photos, text) but unacceptable for moving images (videos, games) or is it just bad for everything? If it's bad, how much does it stutter? Does the mouse literally hop along the screen? Thanks for your advice.

Moving images are fine, but anything you do with the mouse suffers. Moving it or windows... it's just slower than you're used to. Can be really annoying at first.
 
Can't get HiDPI

No matter what I do, I can't get 1080p HiDPI running. I've tried SwitchResX, RDM, Displays Menu, manually enabling HiDPI in Terminal, even manually writing an override. Nothing works. Anyone have tips?
 
Do It!

Dear Seiki,

- Remove the TV tuner
- Crank up the frequency to at least 60Hz
- Configure it for the MP (cable plug in)
- Double your current prices (for TV model)
- Prepare for the onslaught of orders
 
This thing would actually make a beautiful digital picture frame. Can anyone that has one, comment on the colour accuracy and/or USB picture display option?
 
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