Sahara Computers, a local supplier of information and communications technology, has announced the availability of its 19-inch wide-screen liquid crystal display (LCD) monitor to the local digital lifestyle market.
The product is representative of Sahara's response to the increase in user demand for wide-screen monitor technology.
It is specifically designed for interactive use and boasts exceptional levels of performance with a 5ms response time and higher refresh rate.
The 19-inch wide TFT LCD monitor offers a display area of 408.2 x 255.2 with a picture resolution of 1 440 x 900.
Other key technical specifications include a display colour of 16.2m without any distortion of colour or clarity, a horizontal frequency of 80KHz and vertical frequency of between 57 - 75Hz.
This powerful refresh rate and no risk of delay in picture-to-screen display with a dot pitch (in mm) of 0.284 x 0.284 (high pixel rate and resolution) makes this new offering from Sahara one of the market leaders in wide-screen LCD technology.
"Consumers will assess the quality of images that are presented on the screen before making a decision to invest in LCD infrastructure. A wide TFT screen and a fast response time are certainly noteworthy features but, alone, do not define the overall value this technology can offer," says Gary Naidoo, deputy MD of Sahara.
"What really distinguishes this LCD as the latest in Sahara's extensive digital lifestyle solutions is that it allows users to run multiple applications simultaneously and features a 16:10 wide aspect ratio for users.
"This means that users get to see the whole picture in full screen size and are not frustrated by a segmented view. There is immediate value when using the product in a multimedia digital environment," Naidoo continues.
"With all this technical information in mind, this monitor offers everything that a digital enthusiast would expect from a standard strong LCD solution. It is a powerful offering that accurately reflects Sahara's acclaimed focus on quality, affordability and accessibility in the supply of digital lifestyle technology," adds Naidoo.
The Sahara 19-inch wide LCD monitor is currently being made available via Sahara's extensive network of national resellers and is expected to retail at R2 249 VAT incl.
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Established in 1997, Sahara Computers assembles and markets PCs and peripherals through a global distribution network that covers both established and emerging markets.
The company is an official distributor and original equipment manufacturer for a variety of top international vendors, including AMD, Creative, Delta, Epson, Foxconn, Intel, Lexmark, Maxtor, Microsoft, Samsung, SMC Networks and Symantec.
The core focus of Sahara's operation is the consistent and effective supply of affordable, reliable and accessible technology.
This operation is managed via the company's head office in Midrand, Gauteng - considered a central business hub. The Sahara business network stretches across South Africa to include Cape Town, Durban and Port Elizabeth.
The company has successfully extended its reach to key regions and emerging global markets including Dubai, China and India. The Sahara brand is also well known across Africa, with established company presence in countries like Botswana, Kenya, Mozambique and Namibia.
Sahara's vision is to become a truly global brand and premier IT supplier throughout Africa.
Sahara is also an accredited member of the Proudly South African campaign as well as the SAVANT global SA brand awareness initiative. Corporate social responsibility is a key priority for the company and it continues to contribute towards projects and programmes aimed at individual and community upliftment.
The name Sahara is widely associated with the development of sport, including soccer, cricket, rugby and motorsport. This is considered a significant area of business development by the company.
As a result of hard work, commitment and unwavering dedication to its brand, Sahara has formed several strong alliances with key role players, stakeholders and representative bodies.
Most recently Sahara announced the signing of a groundbreaking sponsorship and technology supply agreement with Mamelodi Sundowns, a top ranking soccer club competing in South Africa's Professional Soccer League.
The sponsorship is underpinned by the provision of communications infrastructure and mobile technology - including laptops, notebooks and digital lifestyle technology - and signals Sahara's commitment to the club and South African soccer in general.
Effective marketing and generating awareness are significant elements of the company's ongoing marketing campaign.
Under the direction of Gary Naidoo, appointed as Deputy Managing Director of Sahara in December 2005, the company retains a focus on a number of growing market sectors including corporate, government, digital lifestyle, and mobile and wireless.
For more information on Sahara Computers, its products and services, visit www.sahara.co.za.
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