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Designing Across Borders: Interview with Sissi Johnson, President of Berlin Fashion Film Festival

INTERVIEWS

July 30, 2025

6 min read

Sissi Johnson Talks Cultural Fluency and the Future of Creative Industries

D5 editorial

Design Talents At Formex 2025: Emerging Nordic Designers To Watch

EVENTS

July 29, 2025

2 min read

Design Talents At Formex 2025: Emerging Nordic Designers To Watch

D5 editorial

Samsung Electronics today announced its latest Smart Monitor lineup, featuring the flagship Smart Monitor M9 (M90SF model) alongside the updated Smart Monitor M8 (M80F model) and M7 (M70F model). With the introduction of QD-OLED technology to the M9 and advanced AI features across the lineup, the new offerings provide a more personalized and connected screen for work and entertainment. “The Smart Monitor series continues to evolve based on how people work, watch and play,” said Hoon Chung, Executive Vice President of the Visual Display (VD) Business at Samsung Electronics. “With the introduction of QD-OLED and AI-powered enhancements, the M9 delivers a more responsive and refined screen experience — all within a single, versatile display.” Smart Monitor M9: OLED Picture, Intelligent Performance The Smart Monitor M9 introduces QD-OLED technology to the Smart Monitor lineup for the first time. Its 32-inch 4K QD-OLED panel delivers deep contrast and vibrant color, offering a more immersive visual experience across productivity, streaming and gaming. Samsung OLED Safeguard+ helps maintain screen integrity over time with a proprietary cooling system designed to reduce the risk of burn-in. The M9 also features a Glare-Free display to minimize reflections and ensure consistent visibility and comfort — even in bright lighting conditions. The M9 is powered by AI Picture Optimizer, 4K AI Upscaling Pro and Active Voice Amplifier (AVA) Pro, which work together to enhance picture and sound quality in real time based on content and surroundings. Whether users are watching, creating or multitasking, the display adapts automatically to deliver optimized performance. The M9 also serves as a smart entertainment hub with access to popular streaming apps, Samsung TV Plus and Samsung Gaming Hub — which enables cloud-based gaming without a connected console or PC. With a 165Hz refresh rate, a 0.03ms response time and NVIDIA G-SYNC compatibility, the M9 supports smooth, fast-moving visuals ideal for high-performance use. The M9 also features a slim metal design that blends premium aesthetics with functional form, creating a modern look that complements any workspace. Recognizing its precise and reliable color performance, the Smart Monitor M9 has achieved Pantone Validated certification. This certification assures users that the M9 has passed the rigorous standards of testing and can replicate over 2,100 colors and more than 110 SkinTone shades from Pantone’s library. Paired with its brilliant QD-OLED display, the monitor ensures visuals appear just as content creators intended, providing confidence and clarity for any application. Smart Monitor M8 and M7: Versatile Displays With AI Functionality and Enhanced Connectivity The new Smart Monitor M8 and Smart Monitor M7 extend Samsung’s smart monitor experience to a broader audience, offering 32-inch 4K UHD screens with vibrant picture quality and built-in AI features. Equipped with Samsung’s advanced VA panel technology, both models deliver sharp detail and rich contrast, making them ideal for everyday productivity, streaming and much more. Both displays support AI-powered discovery tools, including Click to Search.1 These features help users explore content, retrieve information and engage with their screen more intuitively, while Tizen OS Home personalizes recommendations and makes it easier to access frequently used services and inputs. Designed for flexibility, all three models integrate with SmartThings, support Multi Control between Samsung devices and offer Multi View for side-by-side working or entertainment. With Microsoft 365 access, users can create and edit documents directly from the monitor without a PC, making the lineup a practical solution for modern work setups. Ongoing Support and Availability The Smart Monitor M9, M8 and M7 are available in 32-inch screen sizes and will begin rolling out to markets worldwide starting this month.2 To ensure long-term usability and support, Samsung offers up to seven years of One UI Tizen upgrades for the Smart Monitor lineup, allowing users to continue benefiting from the latest features and services over time.3 For more information about Samsung’s Smart Monitor lineup, please visit www.samsung.com/. 1 Feature available in certain regions and models only. 2 Availability of models may vary by market. 3 Free One UI Tizen upgrades are available for Smart Monitors models released in 2023 and onward.

INDUSTRIAL DESIGN

July 28, 2025

3 min read

Samsung Releases Smart Monitor M9 With AI-Powered QD-OLED Display

D5 editorial

Flamingo Grace, a sculptural lamp from RF Lab (ELTO Consultancy)

LIGHTING DESIGN

July 28, 2025

2 min read

This Himalayan Salt Lamp Speaks to Design Lovers, Not Just Wellness Trends

Mirna Huhoja-Dóczy

Editor in Chief

The New IKEA Smart Home Line Makes Technology Feel Like Home

FURNITURE DESIGN

July 27, 2025

3 min read

The New IKEA Smart Home Line Makes Technology Feel Like Home

D5 editorial

This Lightweight Metal Structure Turns an Ecuadorian Hilltop Into a Place of Reflection

ARCHITECTURE

July 26, 2025

3 min read

This Lightweight Metal Structure Turns an Ecuadorian Hilltop Into a Place of Reflection

Mirna Huhoja-Dóczy

Editor in Chief

What Makes Signature Bed a Design Favorite and the Perfect Match for the Best Mattress

FURNITURE DESIGN

July 25, 2025

1 min read

What Makes Signature Bed a Design Favorite and the Perfect Match for the Best Mattress

D5 editorial

INTERIOR DESIGN

July 25, 2025

8 min read

2025 Interiors Are All About Feeling First and Designing with Bold Color and Texture

D5 editorial

ARCHITECTURE

July 24, 2025

2 min read

Restoring an Old Water Reservoir Into a Community Park

Leonor Gomes

Editorial Assistant

This Austin Home Climbs Above the Trees for a Life Without Curtains

ARCHITECTURE

July 24, 2025

2 min read

This Austin Home Climbs Above the Trees for a Life Without Curtains

D5 editorial

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