For different markets, the Studio Display is for prosumers whilst the M8 is a consumer product. The Apple display is 5K so better experience and the display quality is several steps up on the Apple, I am not even sure the M8 is IPS. If I could afford it I would choose the Studio over this and if I was buying a monitor, at £699 the M8 would not be even on my shortlist as it is way too expensive.
Not looking for a monitor bc my current one is still nice but will definitely be keeping an eye on Samsung's M series. I hope later models will eventually have a higher refresh rate. Currently anything that's both 4K and high refresh is priced in the $2K range. I'm waiting for the technology to become cheaper l guess.
Thank you for this great, peaceful review of M8. I'm just waiting for mine to be delivered after Easter and now I'm sad that there was no pink option when I was pre-ordering it. I will be getting a white one. I would also love to know what is that wallpaper with bunches of flowers, it's so vibrant and spring-y :)
Do you think it would be possible to connect my pc work laptop and my Mac mini at the same time and toggle between the two without connecting one wirelessly?
@@mikkocae7363 Love it! I just wish the 24" would also be 4K but FHD is fine. I mostly use it for my work from home but it's certainly a plus to have smart functions in it for when they're needed.
I've watched other reviews about Samsung Smart Monitor M8 and I just got annoyed because they didn't give info in a way that satisfied me, but this... this is the best review I've seen, and it convinced me to buy one. I just need to save up for it first and check if it's available in my country
The problem with these monitors connecting to WiFi like this samsung monitor is that they will gather even more data not only from what you watch but what you do with your computer. It's ridiculous at this point that companies want you to connect your monitor to WiFi. Buy a regular 4k monitor and forget about this data grabbing crap. I got a intel nuc with a non smart 4k tv and that's enought. These smart tv only record what you say through the remote and what you browse in your tv.
The way I just jumped with JOYY seeing that it is under $1000!!!!! YESSS, I’m a apple user but man oh man sometimes the price is just out of this world
If you already have a TV, I have a 4K OLED, then the advantages of this is nominal. It is very expensive and there are far better monitors that are much cheaper. I would get the Mateview, £300 cheaper and better in most regards. Obviously the Studio Display from Apple is far better but you pay for that and it is therefore niche foe the average consumer. I could not recommend the Samsung M8 unless you are a Samsung super fan.
True. Apple studio monitor is intentionally overpriced garbage that uses an 8 year old display and non user-friendly design such as unremovable power cable.
lol lego flowers . I bought a pink keyboard and mouse on amazon and a pad with ocean waves on it . And I painted my desk pink . with glass top / Wow . It looks classy
Great review. Yours is only M8 review I've found that test the webcam with other app rather than just built-in Google Duo. Just want to ask to make sure that if connect with my Macbook Pro, it will notice the webcam available to use with any video conference app on my Macbook; like Zoom that shown in your video, right? Just would like to make sure that is not the standalone Zoom app installed in M8.
LOL nope the display quality sucks ass, there are visible black blotches running around the screen and the speaker quality is a shit show, you'd rather listen to phones speakers than this. Honestly this is one of the worst product Samsung's release in the recent year. It has almost 0 improvement over the older version, the design looks nice in pictures and videos but in real life it is fucking cheap ass plasticky and flimsy and trying so hard to be a Mac wannabe. You'd better get the lower tier M7 which has better 4K display panel for professional work, sleeker design and still has TizenOS pre installed. The rest of the money can be used to buy a good pair of speakers to go with it.
Don't use with mac mini. This is the worst monitor I have ever used! All fonts are very poor quality and color settings are terrible too! Even worse, the monitor will auto sleep in the middle of a project. This monitor is crap!!!!!!! I have a 10 year old 17" lcd that has better picture quality than this . And, the mac mini doesn't recognize the camera so no camera!!!
HOW do you use the camera from your mac?! samsung told me it's not possible, and i have my macbook hooked up via HDMI. is it a feature available only is you're using the monitor AS your computer with a mac mini??
Great device. Just crippled by connectivity/ports for older devices. Having more HDMI ports could have been good, for example. What happens if you have more than one device that uses HDMI....now you have to be hot swapping a cable each time you want to switch 😅
I'm in the middle of finding new monitor and general setup and I wanted to go mostly with light since black is absolute nightmare to clean. And since I'm a Samsung gal, I was kinda sad that Apple has some options and not Samsung- but found this one few weeks ago and with stuff I have to buy (camera included) this might be a reasonable option for me. Thanks for the review
I would think so, I am waiting for this combination to arrive next week. I see this monitor as a cost effective alternative to the new Apple Studio Display
@@atwfk coming from a 5K iMac (2015), M8 at 4K & brightness is not up to par...VA versus IPS probably some difference too. But M8 is very usable & the features are great! I kept my M8...all depends what is important to you....I compromised & happily saved over $1,000 (Canada)
@@risagrey2869 You'd have to use web apps for those extra apps you need if you want to use the smart monitor alone with nothing connected. Else you'd have to connect your mac mini
I need better sound quality. If I want a speaker where I can adjust volume via my MacBook keyboard - should I use HDMI-ARC or Bluetooth? Or will neither work without an app?
Hello, very good video. One question, I bought the Samsung M8 and a Mac Mini M2, and I don't really know which cable to use to connect it. I have read that if you do not connect it via USB-C it does not detect the camera, but in that case, which USB-C cable do I use, the one that comes with the monitor itself? And which of the two USB-C that the monitor has should I use? Because there is one that charges, and if I connected it to a laptop I would understand it, it would charge it, but if I connect it to a Mac Mini it doesn't need to be charged, wouldn't that be bad? Thank you so much.
I've watched other reviews about Samsung Smart Monitor M8 and I just got annoyed because they didn't give info in a way that satisfied me, but this... this is the best review I've seen, and it convinced me to buy one. I just need to save up for it first and check if it's available in my country 😂
If you want good looking monitor then go for it. There are far better options available for half the price. - The camera is fixed and you can't adjust it vertically. Terrible viewing angle. - Brightness is average at best so HDR is not truly HDR! - 60Hz refresh rate for $700 monitor is joke ( same goes for apple studio monitor) I would happy pay $399 - 450 for 27 inch screen size...
I bought the M8 on sale for about $325 and a calibrator to help with color accuracy. After 3 days I returned both because the color accuracy was off. Whites had a gray tint to it and other colors were a little washed out. I would say its great budget monitor for an all in one tv/monitor and the speakers are just ok. Nothing great. If color accuracy ISN'T NECESSARY, I'd say buy it. Decided to invest in the apple studio display, I didn't want to cuz of the price. But I grew tired of buying and returning a bunch of monitors that I was unhappy with. So to save me from all the trouble, I stuck with apple. At least I know I'll get something I'm really happy and not wonder if I made the right choice.
Sorry you had to go through that! For most things we also use the Studio Display (one matte, one glossy) for its color accuracy, but the M8 is a great buy for everything else.
Hi guys, I hope any of you can relate or help me resolve my dilemma. So i bought this thinking of a pc build. So i’m not pairing a laptop with it but a CPU itself. I was able to successfully connect keyboard and mouse to the monitor. However, I can’t seem to bring them to PC. 🥴
Excellent video. I want to ask you if in the Apple TV app you can access not only the streaming service but also iTunes movie purchases. Thank you so much!
I bought M7 out of the box feeling quality is bad light bleed leds bleeding out from panel on one side of bottom corner. Also direct out from box it had fingerprints all on screen feels cheated samsung sell refund units.. wtf samsung!? Absolutely No quality control on these smart monitors from samsung! I am Dissapointed in samsung sells bad units. Many had complaints on this smart monitors from samsung there is no quality on these units.
This thing is an annoying piece of trash....I bought it simply for the airplay feature but the smart app functions are annoying. Don't need the stupid TV app to start when I power this P.O.S. on and there is absolutely no way (that works) to disable it. Even after turning off the smart hub and autoplay last app in settings.
HELP! I just bought the Samsung 32inch M80B. How do I turn off the monitor microphone(Not the one on the remote) I've searched with a flashlight in the lower right hand corner and cannot find a switch to turn microphone on/off
I have bought the pink one. It is great, but I have a problem. When i conect my iPad Pro 2022 with the usb-c i have black panels on the right and left side. What can i do? Thank you.
Thanks for the video. I have been having trouble with the voice assistant. It turns on on its own and I cannot figure out how to prompt it to work... Any thoughts?
Honestly this amount of money, you can buy monitor that is better than both Apple and this whatever M8. Both are not impressive. Comparing worse with even worse doesn’t mean victory for either Samsung or Apple fans here
@@charlyhey4525 This is the upgraded/newer version of the smart monitor/tv… Yet they remove the functionality that will allow you to use a sound bar system to get surround audio!
@@B.Ch3rry while the M8 doesn't have HDMI ARC or eARC, it does have bluetooth audio capability so any sound bar or speakers/amp with bluetooth will work just fine.
Thanks for a great review. 2 questions: 1. Do you think it could be wall mounted with some additional hardware? 2. Is it possible to configure it to show a split screen for computing - in place of a dual monitor?
Yes, split screen is built in the OS. Just drag a windown to the edge of the monitor and you'll see it outline a split screen. Try doing it in the corners, too.
Apple sweating heavy right now
😂
For different markets, the Studio Display is for prosumers whilst the M8 is a consumer product. The Apple display is 5K so better experience and the display quality is several steps up on the Apple, I am not even sure the M8 is IPS. If I could afford it I would choose the Studio over this and if I was buying a monitor, at £699 the M8 would not be even on my shortlist as it is way too expensive.
@@andyH_England VA panel.
@@Tilaton ew VA
@@andyH_England ofc you are a hard core Apple fan boy so you would choose the Apple as it should
If they come out with a 5K version, Samsung will wipe the floor with the Apple Studio monitor. 32 inches is a great size!
Not looking for a monitor bc my current one is still nice but will definitely be keeping an eye on Samsung's M series. I hope later models will eventually have a higher refresh rate. Currently anything that's both 4K and high refresh is priced in the $2K range. I'm waiting for the technology to become cheaper l guess.
Thank you for this great, peaceful review of M8. I'm just waiting for mine to be delivered after Easter and now I'm sad that there was no pink option when I was pre-ordering it. I will be getting a white one. I would also love to know what is that wallpaper with bunches of flowers, it's so vibrant and spring-y :)
I dont usually write comments, but this was a damn good video. Great production, keep it up.
Do you think it would be possible to connect my pc work laptop and my Mac mini at the same time and toggle between the two without connecting one wirelessly?
Yeah
This is what I was wondering too, I was looking to connect my gaming pc and my Mac mini to one monitor but wasn't sure if it would work?
Love this monitor! I have a M5 myself because I wanted a 24" size. Wish this M8 would come in smaller presentation too.
I agree! atleast 24 or 27"
Do you like the M5?
@@mikkocae7363 Love it! I just wish the 24" would also be 4K but FHD is fine. I mostly use it for my work from home but it's certainly a plus to have smart functions in it for when they're needed.
Do you know if it’s great for gaming and editing videos? Also do you need to buy a separate monitor tower? Thank you!
I've been looking for a monitor and this sounds perfect for me thank you for making this video!
Ok. I have watched about seven or eight of these reviews. I am convinced. I am going to get one.
I've watched other reviews about Samsung Smart Monitor M8 and I just got annoyed because they didn't give info in a way that satisfied me, but this... this is the best review I've seen, and it convinced me to buy one. I just need to save up for it first and check if it's available in my country
This smart monitor is a masterpiece 👌🏽
Gosh, all in one package, supports both windows and apple ecosystem. buying one soon!
Wow this is a masterpiece of a monitor. Looking forward to have mine
The problem with these monitors connecting to WiFi like this samsung monitor is that they will gather even more data not only from what you watch but what you do with your computer. It's ridiculous at this point that companies want you to connect your monitor to WiFi. Buy a regular 4k monitor and forget about this data grabbing crap. I got a intel nuc with a non smart 4k tv and that's enought. These smart tv only record what you say through the remote and what you browse in your tv.
The way I just jumped with JOYY seeing that it is under $1000!!!!! YESSS, I’m a apple user but man oh man sometimes the price is just out of this world
This monitor is beautiful, if they had a 24" option would be perfect!
I will probably choose this monitor than Apple’s expensive monitor paired with Mac Mini.
If you already have a TV, I have a 4K OLED, then the advantages of this is nominal. It is very expensive and there are far better monitors that are much cheaper. I would get the Mateview, £300 cheaper and better in most regards. Obviously the Studio Display from Apple is far better but you pay for that and it is therefore niche foe the average consumer. I could not recommend the Samsung M8 unless you are a Samsung super fan.
True. Apple studio monitor is intentionally overpriced garbage that uses an 8 year old display and non user-friendly design such as unremovable power cable.
lol lego flowers . I bought a pink keyboard and mouse on amazon and a pad with ocean waves on it . And I painted my desk pink . with glass top / Wow . It looks classy
YOU PARTNERED WITH SAMSUNG. ENOUGH SAID ,YOU NEED TO HAVE AN UNBIASED OPINION,
60hz refresh... eew cmon samsung flex dem tech muscle
If it wasn't just too big, it would've been a perfect monitor for me :(
one way revue -- no bloody bad sides ,i mean SAMSUNG 2022 no 120 hertz no mini ........ no mention only fake smiles ... shame on you influence
Great review. Yours is only M8 review I've found that test the webcam with other app rather than just built-in Google Duo.
Just want to ask to make sure that if connect with my Macbook Pro, it will notice the webcam available to use with any video conference app on my Macbook; like Zoom that shown in your video, right? Just would like to make sure that is not the standalone Zoom app installed in M8.
i have the monitor and i connect it to my MBP 2020 and it notices the webcam perfectly when it’s connected via the usbc port
@@marieandry8060 Thank you so much. :)
No comment about the speakers? :(
LOL nope the display quality sucks ass, there are visible black blotches running around the screen and the speaker quality is a shit show, you'd rather listen to phones speakers than this. Honestly this is one of the worst product Samsung's release in the recent year. It has almost 0 improvement over the older version, the design looks nice in pictures and videos but in real life it is fucking cheap ass plasticky and flimsy and trying so hard to be a Mac wannabe. You'd better get the lower tier M7 which has better 4K display panel for professional work, sleeker design and still has TizenOS pre installed. The rest of the money can be used to buy a good pair of speakers to go with it.
Don't use with mac mini. This is the worst monitor I have ever used! All fonts are very poor quality and color settings are terrible too! Even worse, the monitor will auto sleep in the middle of a project. This monitor is crap!!!!!!! I have a 10 year old 17" lcd that has better picture quality than this . And, the mac mini doesn't recognize the camera so no camera!!!
Can this handle the PS4, if you're not into first-person shooters? More like Diablo 2 and whatnot
Well… I know what I’m getting myself for my birthday. 😌😌😌
actual trash for the price. 60hz 4ms? Noooo thank you. Plenty of genuinely good monitors at this price point.
Looks like an iMac
HOW do you use the camera from your mac?! samsung told me it's not possible, and i have my macbook hooked up via HDMI. is it a feature available only is you're using the monitor AS your computer with a mac mini??
This is matte. So useless to compare with apple or even LG or spectrum eve. They r way better than this Samsung.
Great device. Just crippled by connectivity/ports for older devices. Having more HDMI ports could have been good, for example. What happens if you have more than one device that uses HDMI....now you have to be hot swapping a cable each time you want to switch 😅
So if I wanted to connect my switch to the monitor I have to switch the HDMI Port? is there no way to use usb c to HDMI adpater?
I wish I had like a million dollars to buy every Samsung product I ever dreamed of! 🤧😭
Okay, like the design but the webcam quality is atrocious!
I'm in the middle of finding new monitor and general setup and I wanted to go mostly with light since black is absolute nightmare to clean. And since I'm a Samsung gal, I was kinda sad that Apple has some options and not Samsung- but found this one few weeks ago and with stuff I have to buy (camera included) this might be a reasonable option for me. Thanks for the review
I'm an Apple guy but I'll be getting this monitor.
wait the colors are so cute 😭 ended the imac
Would it be useful to connect your Mac mini M1 to it and take advantage of all the features of the Mac???
I would think so, I am waiting for this combination to arrive next week. I see this monitor as a cost effective alternative to the new Apple Studio Display
@@HPSauced I think exactly the same. I'm also waiting
@@HPSauced how is it?
@@atwfk coming from a 5K iMac (2015), M8 at 4K & brightness is not up to par...VA versus IPS probably some difference too. But M8 is very usable & the features are great! I kept my M8...all depends what is important to you....I compromised & happily saved over $1,000 (Canada)
Seems the monitor is awesome. Good job samsung.
Can micro HDMI be used for consoles? Bundled HDMI cables are typically hdmi to hdmi, not hdmi micro no?
very functional and also very sleek/minimal look!! Omg what a dream
No VESA mount capability. Boo!
Hi, I have 3 questions:
Can I use this with a mac mini?
Can this operate on its own for class/work?
Can it download apps?
Yes
Yes "Microsoft office, Samsung Internet "
Idk... which type of apps?
@@TheZayzoo foe example zoom apps
@@TheZayzoo yeah like class apps for meets etc.?
@@risagrey2869 You'd have to use web apps for those extra apps you need if you want to use the smart monitor alone with nothing connected. Else you'd have to connect your mac mini
I need better sound quality. If I want a speaker where I can adjust volume via my MacBook keyboard - should I use HDMI-ARC or Bluetooth? Or will neither work without an app?
The music is the back driving me insane
I'd never even heard of this till now, it looks good! :)
Glad other brands are giving Apple a run for their money. Apple stopped its groundbreaking innovation the day that Steve Jobs left.
Perfect choice of color. PINK is the color of hope.
This review is sponsored by Samsung. The product is crap, don't buy it.
Hello, very good video. One question, I bought the Samsung M8 and a Mac Mini M2, and I don't really know which cable to use to connect it. I have read that if you do not connect it via USB-C it does not detect the camera, but in that case, which USB-C cable do I use, the one that comes with the monitor itself? And which of the two USB-C that the monitor has should I use? Because there is one that charges, and if I connected it to a laptop I would understand it, it would charge it, but if I connect it to a Mac Mini it doesn't need to be charged, wouldn't that be bad? Thank you so much.
I hope someone reply because this is exactly why I’m monitor shopping for Mac Mini M2
$400 extra just to get vertical adjustment on smaller 27" Apple Studio monitor!
in a month you'll review another one and say "Thats" the only one we'll ever need.
is it good for gaming?? (games like the sims 4, bayonetta, dreadout, valorant… etc)
I've watched other reviews about Samsung Smart Monitor M8 and I just got annoyed because they didn't give info in a way that satisfied me, but this... this is the best review I've seen, and it convinced me to buy one. I just need to save up for it first and check if it's available in my country 😂
I'm sold. Thank you for the review
It's only you who regards M7 anf M8 as an all-in-one. If that's the case, that really is a deal breaker this year.
It reminds me of Apple products
Wow, so so nice! Cannot wait to try my art slideshows on those!
Considering getting the pink one
Looks like the apple monitor
If you want good looking monitor then go for it. There are far better options available for half the price.
- The camera is fixed and you can't adjust it vertically. Terrible viewing angle.
- Brightness is average at best so HDR is not truly HDR!
- 60Hz refresh rate for $700 monitor is joke ( same goes for apple studio monitor)
I would happy pay $399 - 450 for 27 inch screen size...
You seriously just gloss over all the other benefits just for fit your personal belief and narrative….
Your Video is not just an review, it’s a pice of art.
I bought the M8 on sale for about $325 and a calibrator to help with color accuracy. After 3 days I returned both because the color accuracy was off. Whites had a gray tint to it and other colors were a little washed out. I would say its great budget monitor for an all in one tv/monitor and the speakers are just ok. Nothing great. If color accuracy ISN'T NECESSARY, I'd say buy it.
Decided to invest in the apple studio display, I didn't want to cuz of the price. But I grew tired of buying and returning a bunch of monitors that I was unhappy with. So to save me from all the trouble, I stuck with apple. At least I know I'll get something I'm really happy and not wonder if I made the right choice.
Sorry you had to go through that! For most things we also use the Studio Display (one matte, one glossy) for its color accuracy, but the M8 is a great buy for everything else.
how many nits and how about the brightness for this?
is it a touch screen?
The pink one 💅💖
My Sunset Pink M8 will be delivered on 4/26 and I am counting the days. Beyond excited. Thanks for a great review!
Ion get the hype with apple with literally everything. BRO NO ONE CAN BE MASTER OF ALL TRADES. I love the video btw. Very informative.
Hi guys,
I hope any of you can relate or help me resolve my dilemma. So i bought this thinking of a pc build. So i’m not pairing a laptop with it but a CPU itself. I was able to successfully connect keyboard and mouse to the monitor. However, I can’t seem to bring them to PC. 🥴
I wud love if it had mini led, quantum dot and 144hz
Excellent video. I want to ask you if in the Apple TV app you can access not only the streaming service but also iTunes movie purchases. Thank you so much!
I bought M7 out of the box feeling quality is bad light bleed leds bleeding out from panel on one side of bottom corner. Also direct out from box it had fingerprints all on screen feels cheated samsung sell refund units.. wtf samsung!? Absolutely No quality control on these smart monitors from samsung! I am Dissapointed in samsung sells bad units. Many had complaints on this smart monitors from samsung there is no quality on these units.
This thing is an annoying piece of trash....I bought it simply for the airplay feature but the smart app functions are annoying. Don't need the stupid TV app to start when I power this P.O.S. on and there is absolutely no way (that works) to disable it. Even after turning off the smart hub and autoplay last app in settings.
Audio and video quality step up needed
HELP! I just bought the Samsung 32inch M80B. How do I turn off the monitor microphone(Not the one on the remote) I've searched with a flashlight in the lower right hand corner and cannot find a switch to turn microphone on/off
I have bought the pink one. It is great, but I have a problem. When i conect my iPad Pro 2022 with the usb-c i have black panels on the right and left side. What can i do? Thank you.
Don't waste your money. M7 is much cheaper, has far better speakers, is VESA compatable, and the picture is just as good.
Thanks for the video. I have been having trouble with the voice assistant. It turns on on its own and I cannot figure out how to prompt it to work... Any thoughts?
the price tag is just to much for me
This is too expensive for me to buy, plus I don't need it... I am currently questioning why I am watching this.
You might even question why you commented! 😅
Honestly this amount of money, you can buy monitor that is better than both Apple and this whatever M8. Both are not impressive. Comparing worse with even worse doesn’t mean victory for either Samsung or Apple fans here
we are ready for 6K panels for 250 dollars. what is the hold up samsung? are you trying to go broke by selling stuff we don't want?
IT'S SO PRETTY!
Will this work with Mac Mini and a Thinkpad? I use my Thinkpad for work and Mac Mini at the end of work day.
Dang… I was hoping this newer model still had HDMI ARC or upgraded to eARC. I recently got the M7 and don’t see myself upgrading any time soon.
What is that?
How is the deal with the HDMI technology and versions? Could you clarify a little? 😅
@@charlyhey4525
This is the upgraded/newer version of the smart monitor/tv… Yet they remove the functionality that will allow you to use a sound bar system to get surround audio!
@@B.Ch3rry while the M8 doesn't have HDMI ARC or eARC, it does have bluetooth audio capability so any sound bar or speakers/amp with bluetooth will work just fine.
@@trknowles
You can get 5.1/7.1 or Atmos with Bluetooth???
seriously thou i now highly regret jut months ago i bought an average Samsung monitor that looks so meh
i didnt know this one existed!fxxxck!!!
Wooooow! Best video I’ve seen on this product! I’m SOLD 💗
Ok HOW IS THE PPI?? Letters pixelated or SHARP…???
can you show me how to connect the camera with Mac mini? When I open face time it say no camera available!!! Thanks.
Being PC-less, does it allow you to browse the web, without being connected to another device~?
Video editing?? Animation?? Photoshop?? 😒 can I do all these on this monitor
Could it stay as a computer personally i dont need a tv i have too many already i just need large monitor
Doesnt it need any other gadget like cpu or sumthng?
It’s a beautiful monitor but the 60hz…yikes.
Casting content such as prime, hotstar from android phone? Is that possible?
is this good for video editing ?
Maybe on taskbar side scroll a text on forum xda developer
Community and beloved friendster site again!?
Eh,so much price in indonesian
Hoping they’d release a gray or black version of this
Thanks for a great review. 2 questions: 1. Do you think it could be wall mounted with some additional hardware? 2. Is it possible to configure it to show a split screen for computing - in place of a dual monitor?
You can connect 2 laptops simultaneously
Yes, split screen is built in the OS. Just drag a windown to the edge of the monitor and you'll see it outline a split screen. Try doing it in the corners, too.