I tested Acer's $349 smart monitor, and it's a tariff-smart option I can get behind

ZDNET's key takeaways Acer's Nitro GA271U P smart display is available now for $349. It's a solid budget smart monitor with a matte, 27-inch IPS WQHD display and 180Hz refresh rate. However, the speakers leave much to be desired. $349 at Amazon When Acer entered the smart monitor market with the Nitro GA271U P smart display, it took aim at competitors like Samsung, LG, and Asus with a comparable but more affordable option starting at $349. Available in black or white colorways, the Nitro GA271U P is a solid budget smart monitor for students, gamers, or anyone with limited space. The more accessible price couldn't be more relevant now -- in the face of market uncertainty and the threat of increased prices on consumer goods. I recently went hands-on with it by setting it up in my home office and using it for both work and entertainment over the course of a few weeks, and it's grown on me as a capable budget option -- with a few important notes. Let's dive in. Also: I tested Asus' 27 ... Read full article.