2023 LG Smart Monitors Don't Require a PC Connection

New 31.5- and 27-inch LG SMART Monitors Feature Outstanding IPS Displays,
Built-in Remote-working Features and Content Curation Services

LG Electronics (LG) is unveiling its latest LG SMART Monitor lineup (models 32SR50F and 27SR50F). The versatile, new 31.5- and 27-inch monitors don’t require any PC connection at all, and are ideal for productivity. Along with advanced IPS displays that deliver true-to-life colors and strong contrast, LG SMART Monitors feature LG’s webOS 23 platform, which provides more convenience for working remotely as well as streaming their favorite shows, sports and music.

Great for entertainment and getting work done, LG SMART Monitors boast high-performance IPS displays and HDR 10 support. The vibrant, accurate images produced by the new monitors help bring content to life and also enhance the user’s experience when participating in conference calls, working on documents, or researching on the Internet. With its 3-sided virtually borderless design, the 27-inch model presents a sleek, minimalist look that can elevate one’s space and boost their sense of immersion.

27SR50F

32SR50F

Equipped with webOS 23, the latest LG SMART Monitors offer outstanding convenience. The 32SR50F and 27SR50F provide easy access to streaming apps1 tailored recommendations for movies, series and music from the Home Board screen, and personalized sports profiles2 – complete with customizable sports service cards – that make it simple for users to keep up with the sports they love. LG SMART Monitors store the user’s favorite leagues and teams, notify them of upcoming games, and provide up-to-date schedules and key statistics. Also included is the LG Mood Music function, which serves as a personal DJ; curating playlists based on the user’s musical preferences.3

Handy solutions for those working from home, the monitors come with built-in LG Home Office software that supports various productivity programs4 including Microsoft 365 and Google Calendar. LG SMART Monitors help further enhance workflow and remove the need to connect directly to a PC by allowing users to easily share content from their smart devices via AirPlay 2 and Miracast. The new monitors can even function as smart home hubs, with support for LG’s ThinQ Home Hub making it possible for users to monitor and manage their home appliances. Through the ThinQ app, the 32SR50F and 27SR50F are able to connect with various IoT-compatible household appliances, such as refrigerators and washing machines.

“The LG SMART Monitor series is designed with a focus on meeting the personal preferences and unique demands of various kinds of users,” said Seo Young-jae, senior vice president and head of the IT business unit of LG Electronics Business Solutions Company. “Moving forward, LG plans to introduce new SMART Monitors that will be able to accommodate an even broader range of lifestyle needs.”

The new LG SMART Monitors are scheduled to be released in key markets in North America, Europe, Asia, the Middle East and South America, with availability starting in the U.S. this November. 5

Key Specifications:

		LG SMART Monitor (32SR50F)	LG SMART Monitor (27SR50F)
Size / Resolution	Screen Size	31.5-inch	27-inch
	Resolution	FHD (1,920 x 1080)	FHD (1,920 x 1080)
Graphic	Panel	IPS	IPS
	Color Gamut (Typ.)	sRGB 99%	NTSC 72%
	HDR	HDR 10	HDR10
	Refresh Rate / Response Time	60Hz / 8ms	60Hz / 14ms
Interface	USB Type-C™	-	-
	HDMI	O (x2)	O (x2)
	USB 2.0	O (x2)	O (x2)
	Wi-Fi	O	O
	Bluetooth	O	O
	Speaker	5W (x2)	5W (x2)
Smart Feature / Service	OS	webOS 23	webOS 23
	Microsoft Office	O	O
	Voice Assistant	LG ThinQ, Alexa	LG ThinQ, Alexa
	Mobile Casting/Mirroring	AirPlay 2 / ScreenShare	AirPlay 2 / ScreenShare
Accessory		HDMI / White Remote Control	HDMI / White Remote Control

The LG Business Solutions Company is a trusted partner offering innovative products and solutions for diverse industries worldwide. With a portfolio of unique offerings ranging from industry-leading OLED to LED signage, LG is a respected name among customers around the world. LG’s IT solutions include business monitors, laptops, projectors, cloud devices, medical displays and commercial robots, all designed to maximize work efficiency and return strong value to customers. For more on LG’s Business Solutions, visit www.LG.com/b2b.

For more details, follow LG Philippines on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube and Tiktok. LG products are available in all authorized dealers nationwide both in-store and online. Visit lg.com/ph for a complete list of our retail partners. You can also visit LG’s Official Flagship Stores in Lazada and Shopee.

 

1 LG webOS 23 supports streaming services such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ and YouTube.
Many streaming apps available on webOS require a paid subscription. Support for specific streaming apps may vary by country.

2 Feature only available on models sold in the US market.

3 Access is available after logging in and completing preferred team registration.

4 Separate login to the program is required.

5 Available model options may vary by country.

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Chinabank’s 9-month net income reaches P16.2B

• 15.6% ROE and 1.6% ROA, still among the highest in the industry
• Sustained core business strength and stable asset quality: 2.2% NPL ratio and 126% NPL cover, both better than the industry average.  
• Healthy cost-to-income ratio despite higher investments in technology and manpower development. 
• Book value per share (BVS) grew 7% to P52.50.

Chinabank Makati Main branch

China Banking Corporation (Chinabank, PSE stock symbol: CHIB) recorded P16.2 billion in net income from January to September 2023, 10% higher compared to the same period last year.  This translated to a return on equity of 15.6% and a return on assets of 1.6%.  

Chinabank’s bottom line in the last nine months improved on the back of robust growth from core businesses and lower loan loss provisions.  For the third quarter alone, the bank netted P5.4 billion in profits, up 16% from the same period last year. 

“Chinabank’s sustained growth reflects the successful execution of our business strategies. Despite the current high interest rate environment, we continue to grow our bottom line by preserving our margins, managing our overall costs effectively, and bringing greater efficiencies to our operations with technology,” Chinabank President & CEO Romeo D. Uyan, Jr. said.

Net interest income grew by 16% to P39.2 billion as the 44% surge in top line revenues cushioned the nearly triple increase in interest expense. Net interest margin was maintained at 4.2%.  

 

The bank reduced its total credit provisions to P1.3 billion given its stable portfolio quality. Despite this, non-performing loans (NPL) cover remained better-than-industry at 126%.  

 

Operating expenses increased by 14% to P20.5 billion, driven by higher manpower and

inflation-related expenses and bigger volume and revenue-related taxes.  Cost-to-income ratio

remained healthy at 50%.   

Chinabank remains as the 4 th  largest private domestic bank with total assets of P1.4 trillion, up

11% year-on-year.    

  

Gross loans grew by 10% year-on-year to P765 billion, driven by the 19% expansion in consumer loans, particularly teachers’ loans and credit cards. The bank’s level of bad loans continued to be manageable, posting a better-than-industry average NPL ratio of 2.2%.  

 

Total deposits increased by 14% to P1.1 trillion resulting to a 49% CASA ratio as term deposits grew year-on-year.

"Our balance sheet remains strong.  A quality loan book has helped us during a period of rising interest rates.  We also continued to optimize our capital structure, maintaining strong capital generation and asset quality,” Chinabank CFO Patrick D. Cheng said.   

 

Total capital grew by 7% to P141 billion, with Common Equity Tier 1 Ratio at 14.9% and Total Capital Adequacy Ratio at 15.8%, well above the minimum regulatory requirement. Book value per share was at P52.50, up 7%. 

 

Chinabank was recently named by the People Management Association of the Philippines as the 2023 Employer of the Year, the only bank to win the prestigious award in 30 years. This recognition for the bank's outstanding human resources practices comes in the heels of its latest accolades: Outstanding Wealth Management Service for the Affluent Award from the Private Banker International and Five-Golden Arrow Award from the Institute of Corporate Directors, the second time Chinabank has won this distinction for its excellence in corporate governance.

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5 Ways to maximize your savings this 11.11

It’s sale season once again and we are all looking forward to the best deals from our favorite brands! With Christmas around the corner - we are also on the lookout for gifts! So I’m sure we all have our alarms ready for 11.11 midnight.

It does not have to be all about spending though - you can also save so that you can shop more! And that is possible with ShopBack - where you can get cashback for every purchase. And with 11.11 being the biggest sale of the year - you can be assured these are the best deals that you can get thus the hashtag #PinakaExtraaa!

Here are our tips on how you can maximize your shopping experience with ShopBack:

Double Your Cashback
For 11.11 - users can get a chance to double their cashback when they join the challenge in the ShopBack app. Winners are picked daily and in fact there are some winners already! You can see below that some users got P400 cashback from Nike which would now be P800! That is a lot of savings. The one who shopped from Klook gets an even bigger one with now P1,500+ cashback. That is enough additional pocket money for your next trip!

P11 New User Guarantee + P11,000 referral bonus
Users who sign up and make a purchase via Shopback from November 3-13 would also get a minimum guarantee of P11 cashback! For these users - if they get lower than P11 cashback on their first purchase - they would be given the remaining amount within 7 days.

Moreover, referring friends on ShopBack would also give you even more savings. On top of the P100 referral bonus - users also get a chance to win P11K by participating in the referral challenge.

Higher cashback from your favorite brands
This is where it gets exciting - the cashback rates for your favorite brands. For example - Uniqlo is giving up to 15% cashback this 11.11. That means for a P10,000 purchase you get P1,500! That is enough for another outfit! You can maximize your savings further with travel - where you can get cashback deals from Agoda and Booking.com - for a P10,000 hotel stay you get P750 back!

Join the Shopback challenges
On top of the cashback you get from purchasing from brands - you can also get cashback by joining other challenges in the ShopBack app! Challenges give you bonus cashback when you complete certain actions. For instance - you can get up to P100 by just visiting stores! Another challenge also gives rewards for every purchase in a category like travel, fashion, or sports. Challenges may be accessed by tapping EARN MORE on the Shopback homescreen.

There are also exciting challenges that you asked for! A couple of weeks ago - users were asked what deals they want and that is being given! Some of these include a 50% cashback challenge on Nike, Adidas, and more, a chance to win an P11K shopping spree with Lazada, and even a chance to win hotel stays with Expedia.

Avail this exclusive offer
You can get P110 bonus cashback when you sign up with this link: https://app.shopback.com/phl/partner/SBPH1111PR

If you are an existing user - go to EARN MORE, click code, and input SB11PR to get an extra P50 cashback when you purchase at least P500.

So what are you all waiting for, shop now!

About ShopBack
The ShopBack Group is Asia-Pacific’s leading shopping, rewards, and payments platform, serving over 38 million shoppers across ten markets.

ShopBack was founded in 2014 and today, ShopBackers across the region continue to win over shoppers by constantly upping their game - be it rewards or meaningful experiences - such that shoppers can achieve a personal victory every time they use ShopBack.

The Group powers over US$3.7 billion in annual sales for over 15,000 online and in-store merchant partners. In 2022, ShopBack launched ShopBack Pay and PayLater, extending the platform's offerings into financial services, and providing shoppers responsible and convenient payment options at checkout.

Download the ShopBack app on Google Play, AppStore or App Gallery. For more exciting ShopBack offers, visit the official website at https://www.shopback.ph/ and follow the official social media channels on Facebook, Instagram and Tiktok.

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