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BenQ Screenbar Pro monitor light — Somebody had to invent the monitor light bar, and it was BenQ. Now out: BenQ ScreenBar Pro.
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BenQ, inventor of the original monitor light bar, launched the new BenQ ScreenBar Pro this week. And it included a contest so you can win it and other prizes, the company said.

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BenQ ScreenBar Pro and 2024 Revamp Desk Setup Challenge

Back in 2017, the company rolled out its original BenQ ScreenBar. It clamps atop a display and shines light downward, relieving eye strain. Plenty of similar monitor light bars followed. Now the company has unveiled a “Pro” version of the original and a way to win it (and other prizes BenQ said are worth $2,600). So you can remodel your computer setup.

Rather than lighting up the monitor itself, a light bar lights up the whole workspace to minimize contrast glare from the display, BenQ said.

And it called BenQ ScreenBar Pro “the world’s first monitor light surpassing LED desk lamps. With broader illumination, it provides ample, comfortable lighting, making it a great fit for various setups, including those with ultra-wide or dual monitors.”

Features of ScreenBar Pro from BenQ

BenQ ScreenBar Pro in use — BenQ said its new ScreenBar Pro lights up an extra-wide area.
Photo: BenQ

3rd generation ASYM-Light Technology: ScreenBar Pro’s advanced asymmetrical optics prevents screen reflection and direct glare, lighting up the desktop for enhanced productivity while reducing eye strain.
Patented clamp design ensures secure mounting on a variety of monitors, saving space on the desk.
Automatic lights: With an ultrasonic motion sensor, ScreenBar Pro detects movements in front of the screen and automatically turns on, providing a welcoming experience with each seating and automatically turns off after five minutes of absence.

BenQ’s 2024 Revamp Desk Setup Challenge

Here’s how the company describes its contest in which folks can win the new light bar and more:

In order to show how much impact lighting can have on desk setup, BenQ is giving away 100 units of its latest monitor light bar — ScreenBar Pro. To enter, participants simply need to share the type of lamp they currently use with their monitors. 100 lucky winners will receive a ScreenBar Pro to elevate their desk setup.

BenQ further invites the 100 winners to share their experiences using their current lamps compared to the ScreenBar Pro. Out of those who provide feedback, one lucky person will win a complete prize package valued at $2600 in total. The campaign runs from May 6 to May 20. Interested participants can visit: https://reurl.cc/6vL0p6

You can buy ScreenBar Pro on the BenQ website or at Amazon for $139.

Where to buy: BenQ or Amazon

Source: BenQ

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You can buy a monitor light bar pretty cheap, even as low as about $20. But will it be a great piece of gear, illuminating your desk from atop your display, with a nice array of features? Probably not. Today’s M3 MacBook Pro and PC setup laid out a little more cash for a keeper — the BenQ Screenbar Monitor Light.

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BenQ Screenbar Monitor Light brightens up M3 Pro MacBook Pro setup

IT product manager and Redditor DarthChrisDK (“Chris”) showcased the beautiful and well-lit setup in a post entitled, “MacBook Pro + PC setup.” He noted he runs two systems: M3 Pro MacBook Pro and a gaming PC (Intel 11, 3080, 32 GB RAM).

He’s also got a lovely Grovemade Desk Shelf and desk mat, a Mode Sonnet mechanical keyboard, a Logitech MX Master 3S mouse, an Oakywood laptop stand and fabulous Ruark Audio MR1 MK2 speakers on stands. And the a BenQ Screenbar Monitor Light, of course.

On Monday we focused on the 32-inch Gigabyte 4K display and its KVM switch that makes using both Mac and PC in the setup easy. On Wednesday we’ll look at the BenQ Screenbar Monitor Light. It’s one of the nice ones.

And it was the first of its kind, released in 2017, according to BenQ, which seems to take its work very seriously indeed.

“Collaborating with professional optical teams and conducting studies with renowned universities, we strive to unlock the mysteries of light and its effects on eye care,” the company said.

What is that volume-control device? Hint: It’s not.

And because somebody asked a question we see all the time in setups posts, we thought we’d include it here.

“What is that volume-control device?” the person asked, referring to an item sitting on the desk that looks like a volume knob attached to a cable. But it’s not that at all, despite appearances.

“It’s to control the screen bar (the light above the monitor),” Chris explained. “I can adjust light intensity and color temperature with it.
My actual volume control dial is behind the iPad. It’s the EPOS GSX 1000 external sound card that I use with my speakers and headset. It has a touch button to switch between the two.”

Someone asked which light bar it is.

“It’s from BenQ (ScreenBar Plus), Chris replied, about his somewhat older model. “I can’t find the exact model on Amazon. It seems they have updated it so the control unit looks slightly different.”

Worth the price?

BenQ ScreenBar Monitor Light — Here’s the light bar in action in the full M3 Pro MacBook Pro and gaming PC setup.
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“Not the cheapest one,” the commenter noted. “Do you only use it at night?” The ScreenBar goes for about $110, and above-average price for a monitor light yet quite a ways below the price of BenQ’s fancy Halo model.

“There are several versions, and some without the separate control unit (so you control it on the bar itself instead) and other brands. Even Xiaomi and Ikea,” Chris replied. “I mainly use it at night, yes. It’s not much different than having a desk lamp. It just takes way less space and you get it in front of you instead of to the side.”

BenQ ScreenBar Monitor Light features

Here’s how BenQ describes the light bar’s features:

Flicker-free and anti-blue light hazard LED light source with CRI>95 for natural colors. Long lifespan LED tested to last for 17 years with 8 hours of daily use.
With carefully calculated beams, ScreenBar’s ASYM-Light technology prevents screen reflections and direct glare, ensuring comfortable screen reading.
Provides a 500lx brightness across a wide 60cm x 30cm area, effectively balancing ambient light and screen brightness for better eye comfort. Easily powered via USB-A.
Patented clamp mounts securely on monitors 1cm to 3cm thick, saving space with a patented counterweight clamp with great stability. Fits ultrawide and curved monitors of 1500R and above. (Note: Special monitor back design may affect compatibility.)
Built-in light sensor automatically adjusts brightness based on ambient light. Intuitive touch controls allow manual adjustments of brightness and color temperature from 2700K-6500K.

And if you like the lovely desktop wallpaper displayed on the monitor, Chris identified it as “Thick forest Wallpaper 4K, Sunlight, Scenic, 5K, Sun rays (4kwallpapers.com).”

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