HP’s 49-inch ultrawide monitor is designed for peak office productivity

Here is a 181-word summary of the news article: HP has unveiled a new 49-inch ultrawide monitor designed for office productivity and conferencing. The HP Series 5 Pro Conferencing Monitor features a massive 5120x1440 resolution display, essentially combining two 1440p panels. It can be used as a single ultrawide display or split into multiple virtual monitors for improved multitasking and video calls. The monitor includes a built-in 5MP webcam with Windows Hello support, dual microphones with noise cancellation, and down-firing speakers. Connectivity options are plentiful, with DisplayPort, HDMI, USB-C with 140W power delivery, USB-A ports, and a Gigabit Ethernet jack. While the VA-LCD panel may not be ideal for color-accurate work, it offers a 165Hz refresh rate for smooth performance. The monitor's height can be adjusted up to 150mm, or it can be VESA mounted. However, the reported $1,300 price tag may be a barrier for some buyers. HP also unveiled a more portable 14-inch 2560x1600 IPS monitor that can charge connected devices up to 65W. Priced at $300, it provides a lightweight, high-resolution secondary display option.