Samsung launched A new monitor that follows the design lines we saw in the Apple iMac. While more direct competition with the new Display Studio, this “Smart Monitor M8” is very similar to the iMac with the color M1 chip that Apple introduced a year ago. It is a 32-inch 4K monitor that USB-C connectivity, AirPlay compatibility, and a variety of Smart TV features built into its design.

This Smart Monitor M8 has a flat 4K UHD LCD panel It has 400 nit brightness, 60Hz refresh rate, HDR support and adaptive display technology that automatically adjusts the brightness and color temperature of the screen for viewing comfort, similar to Apple’s True Tone.

Samsung M8 monitor looks a lot like Apple’s iMacs

The monitor has a body 11.4mm thick, just 0.1mm thinner than the Apple iMac. We have a flat back, thin bezels and a height adjustable stand with tilt function. The monitor has Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2 wireless connectivity, a micro HDMI port and two USB-C ports, one of which 65W charging. It has two built-in 5W speakers and a removable 1080p magnetic SlimFit webcam.

Samsung goes back to the old ways, even copying colors

As for the colors, we have four available: Sunset Pink, Spring Green, Sunlight Blue, and Warm White. there is Exactly the same colors Apple in its iMac lineup The Entry Blue, Green, Pink and Silver, in premium versions Yellow, Orange and Violet.

Comparison of Apple iMac and new Samsung monitor

It’s not the first time Samsung has been inspired by one of Apple’s devices or any of its services, in fact both companies Long patent lawsuits to copy iPhone. So Apple has again set a design trend, and it’s not surprising that we’re seeing many monitors similar to the new iMac.

At least in this case, Samsung didn’t criticize Apple first and then openly copy it, as in the notch. There’s no doubt that the iMac’s design has garnered a lot of attention, so it’s normal for other brands to draw inspiration from it.