U2410 now available for $599

[basroil]

Yup, the formally JP only U2410 is now in the US (and perhaps Canada). For those who don't remember, it's the successor to the 2408WFP, except with an IPS screen and 12bit processing (like a higher priced EIZO, LaCie, or NEC). Lower contrast than the 2408WFP, and slightly lower brightness if I remember correctly, so should be better for calibration than the 2408WFP was.

http://configure.us.dell.com/dellstore/config.aspx?c=us&l=en&cs=19&kc=&oc=u2410

[ChasP505]

I predicted on another thread that this monitor would overshadow the Dell 2209WA for popularity. At $599 USD, that's almost a certainty. As soon as Dell releases a decent "double secret coupon" discount, I'm ready to buy one.

But the one thing I'm concerned about is Dell's implementation of DDC controls. Since I started using ColorEyes Display Pro calibrating software, I've learned that Dell insists on using a non-industry standard version of DDC, not supported by the ColorEyes software. And so this function doesn't work with my Dell 2209WA, even though it is "DDC Enabled". I wonder if Dell will make that same mistake on this new model.

[ChasP505]

Wow! Dell Small Business DID have a coupon deal which just expired! $479 USD and free shipping! Dell tends to repeat these deals, so keep your eyes open!

[BluewookieJim]

Hmm. That looks promising. I'm happy with my 24" HP LP2475w, but if I need another I may look into this.

[woloi]

This is definitely on my radar screen for an upcoming purchase for the new computer I'll be building when Windows 7 comes out...

[ChasP505]

The Dell U2410 is now on sale (USA) for $495 USD with free shipping. Get 'em while they're hot! Deal expires 10/8.

http://www.techbargains.com/query.cfm/product/u2410

[buddy4344]

I got an additional 10% cash back by going through Bing.com

[ChasP505]

I got an additional 10% cash back by going through Bing.com

So what was the final net price? $445?

[buddy4344]

Rings up as $495, but then you get confirming email from Bing.com that you get $49 back after something like 90 days (they want to make sure you don't return it). Bing cash is actually directly from Microsoft. BTW, also free shipping right now.

[woloi]

How did you search for it through Bing? I only get some soundbar accessory, not the actual monitor itself.

[buddy4344]

once you get to Dell, search the model (u2410) AND THE WORD monitor
I initially had the same problem.

[julianmonsta]

I just received my U2410 and I'm loving it. This thing it is awesome, although it is make light of a few badly edited images .

[buddy4344]

mine is in transit. arrives Thursday

[pnmd]

I should be receiving my Dell 2209WA tomorrow from Dell. Just found this thread and saw that the U2410 is $494 with coupon until Thursday. Is the U2410 worth the extra $200? Also I sit on my couch and edit pics so viewing angle is important b/c I shift around on the couch. ;)

Currently, I have a Wacom Cintiq 1200 and being able to edit directly on the screen is awesome but the resolution and color rendition is poor.

[basroil]

I should be receiving my Dell 2209WA tomorrow from Dell. Just found this thread and saw that the U2410 is $494 with coupon until Thursday. Is the U2410 worth the extra $200? Also I sit on my couch and edit pics so viewing angle is important b/c I shift around on the couch. ;)

Currently, I have a Wacom Cintiq 1200 and being able to edit directly on the screen is awesome but the resolution and color rendition is poor.

Answer to that, maybe, maybe not. And you know you can use the Cintiq and another monitor right? And in fact, some use the second monitor for color correction and cintiq for editing.

[ChasP505]

...Is the U2410 worth the extra $200?...

The way I look at it is:
-Although most POTN 2209WA owners have gotten them for under $225 USD, it's really a $300 monitor.
-The U2410, even without having a 12 bit LUT, would still be competitively priced at $465. I would have expected this monitor to sell for around $750.

Worth the extra $200? No way! It's worth an extra $300!

[pnmd]

Answer to that, maybe, maybe not. And you know you can use the Cintiq and another monitor right? And in fact, some use the second monitor for color correction and cintiq for editing.

The way I look at it is:
-Although most POTN 2209WA owners have gotten them for under $225 USD, it's really a $300 monitor.
-The U2410, even without having a 12 bit LUT, would still be competitively priced at $465. I would have expected this monitor to sell for around $750.

Worth the extra $200? No way! It's worth an extra $300!

lol, $300. I can handle the extra $200. I guess I'm waiting for someone to post a review and say "OMG, the U2410 is so much better than my 2209WA." If someone did, I may exchange my 2209WA;)

I have a Mac Mini with one video port so can't do dual displays with my Cintiq.

[basroil]

lol, $300. I can handle the extra $200. I guess I'm waiting for someone to post a review and say "OMG, the U2410 is so much better than my 2209WA." If someone did, I may exchange my 2209WA;)

I have a Mac Mini with one video port so can't do dual displays with my Cintiq.

Your fault for getting a mac mini instead of a real computer ;)

U2410 has 2 dvi, vga, hdmi, displayport, component, and composite video options, so if you have an xbox, ps3, or wii, you can still use it to have properly color calibrated gaming :D

[buddy4344]

Arrived this morning - a day ahead of schedule. Of course I was away when it arrived, but FedEx left it on the door anyway (while I was happy to see the monitor, it was suppose to be signed for. The fedEx driver left a note for me to call his cell phone to confirm I got the package. Couldn't a thief have also called that number?) Not bad for an order confirmed on Monday! I am pretty impressed so far. Colors seem true, etc. Connected via DVI.

Calibration with my Huey Pro lowered brightness a tad, but otherwise, it didn't change the setting any that I could tell. Once I print a few photos, I can tell more about how true the colors are ..... but I've only had it set up an hour (an edited one photo as a quick 'test' of how things look.