At less than an inch thick, the monitor has a 500:1 contrast ratio and 800×400 resolution. It will retail for $129.
For details, read the Samsung press release:
Samsung Introduces Ultra Thin Digital Picture Frame That Doubles as a Second Computer Monitor
Samsung Introduces Ultra Thin Touch of Color Photo Frame
New SPF-87H Photo Frame Offers Space Saving Design with 8 Inch Wide Screen and 1 GB of Internal Memory
RIDGEFIELD PARK, N.J.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Samsung Electronics America Inc., a subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Corporation, the number one worldwide brand of LCD display products, today announced the release of the SPF-87H Photo Frame. With a slim screen depth of 23 mm (.91 inches) and 1 GB of internal memory, the SPF-87H can store up to 3,000 photos, while being powered only by a USB cable. With an MSRP of only $129, the SPF-87H is now available Fry’s Electronics and Amazon.com.
“With the SPF-87H’s 1GB internal memory, people are no longer limited to the photos they can have because of space or cost and can now put years of memories right on their desks,” said J.H. Kim, President of Samsung Electronics America’s Information Technology Division.
For portability, the SPF-87H’s Ultra Slim and innovative ball hinge design allows it to be placed in any location. With its crystal-like charcoal Touch of Color (ToC™) frame, the SPF-87H wide 8” screen offers 800×480 resolution and a 500:1 contrast ratio that makes electronic photos sharp and clear. An SD slot is available for downloading photos directly into the 87H’s internal 1GB memory.
In addition to running photo slide shows in a variety of formats, the SPF-87H can be linked to a computer and serve as a secondary mini-monitor. With its Power Saving feature, the photo frame runs on minimal power through its USB cable.
“The SPF-87H is a great gift idea. Unlike other photo frames on the market, the 87H turns heads when displayed in your home or office because of its slim design. Since the 87H follows the same ToC design of our TV’s and monitors, it creates a great synergy for Samsung Products,” said Tony Yu, Display Product Manager at Samsung Electronics America’s Information Technology Division.
SPF-85H Photo Frame
1GB of Internal Memory (SD slot for expanded memory)
800×480 Resolution
500:1 Contrast Ratio
Reduced power consumption – supplement by USB cable
Touch of Color (ToC™) design
9.29 in. x 6.28 in. x .91 in. – Ultra thin screen depth