Samsung M8 Monitor: NOT Sponsored Review!

[@dannywinget]

Good stuff dude! The camera can be pulled up slightly. It extends up.

[@SmartHomeSolver]

Oh wow I had no idea! That makes a huge difference. Thanks Danny! If anyone is wondering here’s a video of the camera pointing down twitter.com/smarthomesolver/status/1510641568784416774?s=21&t=0GDM6eHHWxIWHdfxtSItKQ

[@GerryWhite]

@@SmartHomeSolver lol - it's amazing how often a stupid ux thing hides an awesome feature! One more hack for you, instead of pressing X buttons on your remote, create a smart scene and use your mobile, I've a couple to change the brightness of the screen

[@davidjalof77]

It's crazy how this review makes fun of the camera not being able to move down and the reviewer doesn't even read the instructions how it's supposed work, deceiving people in the process very unprofessional

[@fowlercarlos]

I'm actually watching your review on the Samsung M8 with you explaining that feature. I was going to inform them on this channel that you found a fix, but I see you beat me to it. Great find.

[@John_NZ]

Thanks for your video. By the way what is ur keyboard?

[@ScottSchramm]

Appreciate the fact you turned down a sponsorship to give us an honest review.

[@kamchinwong]

You can actually pull the webcam up to extend it by an inch. That way you can tilt the webcam downwards.

[@csy897]

If they ever have oled on this, I'd buy it in a heartbeat. It's almost perfect now. I have a really small room, so 32 inches is actually not bad for a tv that can double up as a workstation.

[@mrki731]

Finally a REAL review and not a sponsored ad. Thank you so much!! 🏆 🙌

[@kisayoku]

I just got the monitor today and it does support VESA. The 100 x 100 mm screw holes are located where the stand attaches to the monitor. It uses the standard M4 screws.

[@Edin8140]

This monitor will definitely sell, and Samsung will continue to improve on it. Samsung innovations, features and pricing are winning me over. A QD OLED display on the next in this series probably the M9 will be delicious. Thanks

[@jamesmonahan7872]

Just saw that Samsung announced the M80C monitor. Hoping you can get your hands on one to review again so we can see if it is worth the upgrade. Thank you for all you do to make my home (and me) better!

[@brubrushanghai]

Finally a non sponsored review..I have grown tired of the recent fake reviews of this screen by well knows bloggers. So blatant

[@Wombats-1]

I had the M7 for maybe a year. It’s the perfect monitor for what I need driving a semi. The live TV feature is what I primarily use it for. There’s so much content to stream that I don’t need one of those crap plug in antennas. Just so long you have a good WiFi source. These smart monitors are so much better than a traditional TV like everyone has in their rig. The only con I had with the M7 was the turtle slow processor. I got credit from my M7 from geek squad so all I paid out of pocket was 180 bucks to upgrade. I found an open box from Best Buy online that dropped the price 180 bucks. Since their open box items are basically brand new, It’s way cheaper that way

[@thomasalagna9354]

Great review, I just ordered it, its out of stock. I got it for $399.99 a real bargain. I recently checked it back to $729.00. Your video made my decision easy, thanks.

[@alexgoriatchenkov]

Hello. Where you get it for that price ?

[@thomasalagna9354]

@@alexgoriatchenkov It was from Amazon, Pre Christmas price its was out of stock.The monitor failed the day it was set up , its back to Amazon. Never will get it again.

[@martyhand4014]

it doesn't look like an Apple Studio Display. It looks like an iMac that was introduced LONG before the M8. Thanks for being the only review I've seen that mentions that the camera, while nice, does not have any of the enhanced functionality in anything except Duo. Until that gets supported, I'm using a Logitech Brio as my camera. Also, my first one arrived damaged and the second one (the one I'm using now) has an issue with the built-in microphone. Almost no audio pickup using that microphone so back to the Brio for that as well. I'm using this because I wanted to get back to a single external display instead of a dual monitor setup and the size is perfect. But I have serious issues with the build quality and customer service from Samsung.

[@zazoodigital]

Do you know the camera pulls up so you can angle it down!!!???

[@MRKEITHHO413]

Hey Danny, u can go to the setting page with the remote! Just long hold the home page setting!

[@Infruxzing]

So much wiring is reduced and my table is so much cleaned now with this samsung smart monitor everything is wireless ,i connected my phone house gadgets my doorbell and kids device ,house surrounding device all connected so it is really a game changer for a low budget like me.

[@dorothyaugustus2462]

Great video! I love the orb type light on your desk next to the monitor. May I ask where to buy? Thx much!

[@Bivs_setup]

Unbiased Review with no influence. Thank you for your honest assessment.

[@oldscribe6153]

You maybe should have read the instructions. The Camera is extendable precisely so that you can angle it down.

[@nycirving5824]

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?

[@jillyJoe]

Split screen - yes, but screens won't be large enough and you'd probably won't use it.

[@truonghuy9611]

May I have a question? Does this monitor on/off function just like PC monitor (turn off when shutdown, turn on when booting PC), or it's like a TV (turn on/off manually with the remote control). Thanks!

[@svtsuperveloce8559]

This is perfect for some of us who drive a lot truckers, campers etc not just for college students!!

[@trevorjones8475]

Does anyone know how to get MacBook to recognise m8 webcam without going through accessibility. I think it is these types of granular answers that are needed for persons who are on Macs. I loved the review about the TV part but the productivity part I would have like a more in-depth look

[@TBPer]

First review of M8 on KZbin! Thanks!

[@shredcity7217]

Hi. I was hoping to use this for school/work. Tons of research papers and reading. How is text on it, since text clarity is most important to me? It’ll be hooked up to my M1 MacBook Air. Thank you so much.

[@njs454]

Thinking about getting one. Thanks for the review. What is the lamp to the right of the screen ?

[@mdas308]

Are we able to join Zoom calls with this? Using the monitor only I mean. And If join a call from your system, are you able to use the monitor's webacam?

[@doompod]

For the less than half the price of the Studio Display, it seems decent.

[@hugowells3052]

It’s also nearly half the resolution

[@hugowells3052]

@@CrisCheese_ Yes it is. Do the maths. Look at the total number of pixels. 4K I’d approximately 8 million pixels. 5k is approximately 15 million pixels

[@vervetech9395]

@@hugowells3052 if it was so noticeable people would have gotten 8k TVs instead of 4k TVs. Putting them side by side is the only way to remove that bias assumption. Still doesn't justify twice the price. If you want 5k just get LG ultrafine

[@procoder1018]

I may be buying this next week. Currenly my primary device is Galaxy Book 3 Pro 360. Would the refresh rate difference be noticeable? If yes, do I decrease the refresh rate of my laptop down to 60Hz when using this monitor? Also, does it also charge the laptop while connected?

[@fallasleep2661]

i was interested to this display, until I visit sumsung store and I get disappointed with unit reflection panel it has, its 4k but feels HD only

[@vasiovasio]

Unfortunately, Glossy on a Level Infinity! I cannot imagine working all day long writing code and looking at that mirror. However, so many people love it, and this monitor is great for them! A detachable webcam is clever engineering!

[@fbkensarhd5279]

I got the m7 43-inch. Couldn't be happier.

[@DSXrider]

the camera can tilt down....you just have to extend it upwards first!

[@kkoz83]

Can you provide a link to the Zigbee USB-C add-on? Another cool video! :)

[@aelaan12]

Everyone interested in this monitor/tv, look around for deals. I got mine for CAD 549. I don't know how they did that, but glad I paid attention.

[@GabrielLucasGreen]

How is the scaling on Mac for this monitor? I’ve heard scaling on 4K monitors can be annoying on Mac OS

[@MrDwayne220]

Very nice "REAL" review! I sure would like to see a review done by you on their M7 32".

[@ant.s]

I won't buy another Samsung TV due to those ads you pointed out. It's absolutely crazy to me that I have to be shown ads with no opt out on a TV I spent £1000+ for.

[@ajtrek3873]

Full disclosure I’m not a fan of Samsung products I’ve had nothing but subpar experience with their electronics and appliances. Speaking of appliances when I was looking to acquire a refrigerator (of which Samsung was not a consideration) sales advisors in two big box retailers without provocation steered me away from Samsung. That said IMO the M8 is targeted; not at “ProConsumers” with a need for video and/or photography editing, but more so to the everyday person using a monitor for document creation and on-line media consumption that happens to offer a Samsung TV experience. The M8 (IMO) is an excellent choice as a shared family monitor, pre-teen/teen bedroom or college dorm room. It offers the needed productivity and entertainment solutions at an affordable price point. That IMO is the M8 niche. Reliability after a year is yet to be determined.

[@carly200]

very interesting, like the apps/video options, but ads on the device... no to Samsung TVs, phones, and now monitors.... too bad, their products are great

[@efrenfuentes9808]

great... I also thought that smartthings was dying, in fact, I packed it, I hope more devices come out, I would like to see a video that updates us with this topic, thanks

[@7techno77]

They have the 32in m7 for 270 and 27in m8 for 280. Trying to decide which one to get... Probably also use it like tv or cast screen in bedroom. I used a 32in curved monitor before and it felt way too big.

[@hanwitargo]

As a user of samsung smart monitor M7 32" since 2021, this M8 design looks a little better

[@JoeGillian0]

Hi M8 is the improved brightness, but the video port selection is not as good :-(.one hdmi port is even EARC with audio pass through. :-( Also external powerl brick and no google assistant on this model but you gain an IoT hub on M8. Also on my M7 monitor, i have a lot of streaming apps that no longer work or are not available on Tizen but they work fine on my amazon firestick. Damn Tizen So i will say you win and lose some features on the M8 ( i think it even has PIP)

[@aaronbrown4366]

Wonder if either of you could give me your opinion on the M7. My 2011 iMac is just about done, I have a Mac mini on the way and I’m leaning towards the M7 as my first monitor until I can upgrade. Coming from apple, I’m used to that glossy, high contrast display, but it is very old and 2560×1440 is definitely not the best. I know the M7 4k display will be a step in the right direction, but just curious on how you guys like the image quality. I will no solely using this monitor for photo editing, probably won’t ever touch any of the other features. The price is too good to pass up.

[@JoeGillian0]

@@aaronbrown4366 lol i would say go for it..the M7 that is, .it s not the brightest but colors seem right and screen is matte/non reflectiv which help à lot. If you dont plan to use the smart features (with tizen OS), there could be better options. M8 Smart Monitor seems fairly brighter but personnaly i am not à fan of the design

[@aaronbrown4366]

@@JoeGillian0 Thanks for the input. Yea, not being very bright has been the main takeaway. Colors and image quality seems like it’s there. I think it’s really that price point that has me curious, on top of built in speakers, usb c etc. The minimal design as well, I’m also not a fan of the M8’s design. I think if they had a black option that would have been great. I’m definitely still looking. If you have any recommendations I can look at, that’ll be great.

[@JoeGillian0]

@@aaronbrown4366 Not really, before the 32 M7 monitor, i had the 32" BenQ EW3280U for a few months , a 4K monitor at 350 nits, which was brighter and also had a remote...but honestly for my use case i much prefer the M7...The remote and smart features are very nice...and it has hdmi CEC and EARC which means you can plug a firestick to the M7 and use the remote of the stick to control the monitor (which i could not do on the benq) also with EARC you can plug a real sound system avoiding without bluetooth (I could use my MDR-HW700DS sony headset -for TV, it worked ) Did i Say the M7 also has both Google and Alexa assistant (i have not used them yet) as well as Bixby. The speakers are also very very good, the only downside of M7 are the lack of Picture and Picture and Tizen OS which is more limited than Google TV/Fire OS (you cannot sideload app). Also please note that i have a Samsung phone but even with android phones you can still access most of the features. The image of the M7 is very good, and i use a single monitor on my desk (no dual monitor setup anymore) SOrry it s a review of the M8 and M7, but i think Samsung did the same mistake on the M8 than they did on the Freestyle projector... They put micro hdmi not a full size hdmi on the M8!!! and it s the only hdmi port

[@amru28]

a bit out of topic but.. what bulbs do u use in that lamp to produce that dual color? looks awesome

[@ElricX]

I've got the M7 and love it! I'd definitely get the M8 if I was in the market.

[@Joyimui1640]

Very nice review, a quick question, does you keyboard n mouse still works for your hdmi connection computer?

[@Wombats-1]

Wait, I can’t mount it on a swivel wall mount? The guy at Best Buy said it has the 4 holes under the stand mount

[@danfry7223]

Can’t seem to find anything on the Samsung sites showing that you can use two for a dual monitor set up (meaning 2 M8’s) running off one PC/laptop. Judging by the limited number of inputs, is this possible or is a secondary USB-C hub required and, if so, will it allow for both monitors to function separately, as opposed to mirroring? Sorry if I missed this somewhere in the comments. Thanks!!

[@toxicturkeyy]

It's a monitor, you can use two. Ports depends on what you have, a laptop might need a hub, while a normal pc should only need an adapter and hopefully just some cables (though it depends on if you have micro-hdmi/usb-c on your gpu or motherboard. Keep in mind that the usb-c on the motherboard might not be wired up to the igpu (which you would one of to use the motherboard ports unless you do gpu passthrough shit.

[@fullydetta5859]

Would you recommend this for gaming on the xbox series s?

[@danield8290]

what light is that at the back

[@jackbate7956]

Thanks for the review - I bought one. The camera will pull up and swivel down

[@DJ_Driven]

Do you think this monitor would pair well with a 2019 MacBook Pro 16-in model for a good compatibility?

[@sovanpatra4646]

There is a way to remove the ads completely i did it and now its amazing... Just reset it and set it up while setting it up it will ask u for personalised ads by your usage just ignore that option.... And there u have it no ads ....😅

[@fionaad858]

Any tips on how to use this monitor’s camera with a Mac mini ? It’s not detecting the camera so far…

[@JimInWp]

Hi. Did you have to change any settings to get it to work with OS X? mine works when I go through the settings menu, but when I go to osx the camera is not recognized! Thanks.

[@KaranSumbbly]

Is this better than LG Ultrafine Display Ergo in terms of picture quality/display ? And can we install more apps in the smart TV mode ?

[@gremlin007]

You can change the input with Alexa if it's linked to SmartThings and the Monitor/tv is set up in it.

[@martingo2680]

Omg finally someone that has used it.

[@windylim]

Thanks for the review. Does this work well with the mac mini m1?

[@TechWithBrett]

It's kind of blowing my mind that the M8 has its own OS and apps and assistant and stuff. Great video!

[@sergeychilingaryan620]

You need to pull the camera head up it’s extendable.

[@SBPepperminion]

There has to be a way to allow the smart monitor to access an over the air antenna. Wait, I just realized about ATSC 3.0. It will integrate with the internet so you can just watch OTA TV off of it. Also, pull the camera up and it will extend. Just straight up and not tilting it.

[@hottrash4u]

Hey there- how did you get the webcam to work on photo booth/ On the mac in general? I can’t get mine to work

[@supernova8962]

So if I turn off the monitor. What will happen to the Samsung Zigbee hub ?

[@BriGreenberg]

Great review. I just got mine. How did you get the camera to show up in Photo Booth and other Mac apps? I'm being told it can't be used with a Mac or computer. But that makes no sense to me.

[@hottrash4u]

I also would like to know this!

[@BriGreenberg]

Kennedy, I was able to get to work after many tries. I believe it was the usbc to usbc on the monitor. I’m not sure exactly what I did but after many different attempts it worked.

[@goluftwaffe]

I have 2 M7 32" 4k and loves them. I'll probably get a M8 and use one of the M7 on my wife computer

[@GerryWhite]

Q. Does the usb-c input work consistently?

[@goluftwaffe]

@@GerryWhite Yes, I use them every day in the week with my HP laptop from work and have consistent connection and power!

[@aaronbrown4366]

Wondering if you could help me out. I’m jumping to a Mac mini from an old iMac (2011 27 inch) I solely used it for photo editing. I know it’s outdated, but I really had no problem with the resolution while editing. Do you think the M7 will be cool for my needs? 4K is great, but I know a lot more goes into making a decent display, but I’m not anal or a snob about these things at all. I went and looked at an M7 in store yesterday and it looked great, but they were just running commercials, so I couldn’t get a real idea of how it is hooked up to a computer. Thanks!

[@flyingtravel]

No VESA.... why Samsung, why ??

[@crisj7704]

tbh, some of the adjusting height is not a dealbreaker for me, my desk is adjustable... the cost is what I like over Apple overpriced display. I have a remote on my iphone called remote pro and it's freakin awesome... I never need a remote even on my iMac.

[@thesupernad]

It looks like Samsung's smart tv interface, can you not just press the enter button to bring up the menu along the bottom to switch inputs?

[@kianchongchur4077]

Hi Danny, wondering if this monitor can have a sound bar connected to?

[@Keeratipong]

Your voice is so similar to Gerald undone a camera review channel on youtube .

[@OntologicalQuandry]

Lack of Z-Wave is not a big deal? I think I'd disagree with you there. I have a v3 SmartThings Hub and use a mixture of Zigbee and Z-Wave devices (Aeotec tend to favour Z-Wave for sensors). I also rely on Z-Wave for the power sensing outlet behind my TV because 915MHz doesn't interfere with the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi in my home entertainment stack. Dropping support for that is a very odd omission. In fact, I can't for the life of me understand why they'd put a hub in the monitor and not include Zigbee and Z-Wave radios.

[@merrickbryan85]

I agree with your points 100% But I don't think this monitor is for the American market imo. If I lived in South Korea with wifi brands like Tuya/Smart Life eco systems right out of China... I can tend to see why this would be made with WiFi in mind first and Zigbee second. Very interesting they would cut out Zwave with their partner Aeotec being mainly Zwave... but then again Aeotec makes the hub.

[@SmartHomeSolver]

Hey Alex I completely agree with you. I have always been a fan of Z-Wave and I think it’s better than ZigBee. When I said not including Z-Wave isn’t a big deal it’s because of who this SmartThings hub in the monitor is for. People like you and I are going to use the v3 hub and get tons out of it by connecting Z-Wave and ZigBee devices. People who don’t have a hub and buy this monitor might be only looking to do a small amount of home automation. To those people I would say not having Z-Wave isn’t a big deal. I don’t think SmartThings is dropping support for Z-Wave. There could be licensing/cost factors in this decision but I just wanted to clarify that I still like Z-Wave. I just think that it shouldn’t be a reason not to buy this monitor if home automation isn’t a top priority. I hope that makes sense. Making videos is difficult because I have so many things I would like to say but sometimes I have to shorten what I say so people don’t get bored and drop off.

[@harryseaward3408]

Good review. I noticed a fair amount of wobble just about everytime you touch the monitor, so something else to consider.

[@danger450]

Solution, don't touch the monitor.

[@steve-ey4ol]

@@danger450 or don’t use your keyboard 😂

[@LeslieDugger]

First thing I noticed

[@c4CHIN]

does it come in larger than 32’? which other monitors comparable to the M8 that you recommend that is larger than 32’?

[@madara3278]

I stumbled across this while looking for a new monitor for gaming. I found something else, but this monitor is peeking my interest somehow.

[@kevingonzalez2501]

Can u multitask on it or have a split screen??

[@msbgone]

I wanted to post this too... good question!

[@mycodingchannel9690]

It runs Samsung DeX, so yes, it can

[@thedimensionsofdavid]

Yes

[@ronniemassart3834]

How good would this be for photography?

[@BaronOfHell666]

You should always wait to the end of the video to post a comment. I was mid post to say I think you can just talk to the remote to change inputs when he states he found the solution.

[@ohheyitschelsea]

how were you able to connect the camera to zoom and other platforms besides the preinstalled apps within the monitor. I'm having a hard time!

[@brettrohlfingvideo]

I know this is an absurd solution to something that should have a small pivot point, but for that head room issue, could you get a cable to connect the camera and monitor and then rig a stand or small tripod of some type to reposition the angle?

[@FebbreDaChitarra]

Hi! is there a way to use it as an USB hub with my MBP? I want a monitor for my MacBook and I use a lot of usb devices, it would be Cool to stick some of them on the monitor (like an UBS mic)

[@NightwalkerUK]

It’s a nice monitor at a good price. However, the viewing angle is terrible and the overall stability of the monitor is flimsy. Blight one and sending it back.

[@Louloup25]

I might be dumb with my question but.. does it need a pc tower or it’s a full one like apple. When I was younger a monitor was only a screen lol. I’m still shook at how apple does their iMac.

[@lclira]

Can I cascade a second M8 monitor using the second USB-C port in the back of the first monitor?

[@darengibo]

thanks for the review! what would i be able to use to connect to external speakers?

[@fancycavegaming620]

How tall is it if the monitor is pushed down on the stand? Probably too late to ask.

[@Infruxzing]

You can control all your house gadgets if you have connected the device to your Samsung smart monitor.

[@ellasso13]

Hi, thanks so much for your videos… maybe out of context but I moved to home assistant a few months ago and I am now looking for recommandations on windows/doors sensor that don’t eat batteries as quick as my old SmartThings multi sensor! Thanks for your advice.

[@rizkyyanuarkristianto8429]

can you review smarthing hub built in this monitor?

[@roberto231991]

Hello,please could you share the dimensions of ac power adapter?I need to insert on my kitchen wall, thanks.

[@BaronOfHell666]

Interesting use of the pegboard.

[@djalmascartezini9475]

I want to only use M8 camera and close Macbook Pro lid and use the camera on google, teams and Zoom meetings, is it possible?

[@SherubThakur]

Man. This was almost perfect for me but the no vesa mount is a deal breaker. Why would you do that Samsung? Just why?

[@jones2277]

How do you get the camera to work for zoom or facetime?

[@LILEE376]

It is way too expensive in my country. The M7 was far affordable. If I need a monitor, I would probably buy a better monitor spening less. Most of its extra features I dont need and unneccessarily increasing the risk of a fault later.

[@NisseHesedingMusic]

The M7 is better!

[@XDAVINCI]

What kind of gadget is the one next to the monitor? I want one

[@gabooper]

i've been having issues with my Lenovo and the camera. is there an install process im missing? Zoom straight up doesn't detect anything except my laptop's built in camera. any help is appreciated!

[@Rick-vm8bl]

Did you find you needed to tweak any settings for macOS? I'm using it on my macbook air as well as on a Windows PC and the PC's colour is far more vibrant. On the mac it all looks a bit washed out despite trying to tweak the monitors brightness and contrast settings.

[@tudoufu]

Sorry to jump in here, but was just wondering whether your Windows PC is on Windows 11 or 10? (As I was worried since people on the internet say the M8 is only compatible with Windows 10 :/ )

[@kevcrid]

I hate the sensor light sticking out on the corner, everything else looks good. I personally have had terrible luck with Samsung TV and Displays, so I wouldn't buy.

[@richardpellis]

IMO...No VESA mount option is a deal breaker. ⚠️ FWIW...I learned recently that the Alexa ecosystem doesn't support more than one house/property. I understand Goggle and Apple smart home systems do.

[@binhilabi]

Sorry dont know much about VESA But every where I see dissappointment in comments due to lack of it . What so big deal about it .nthe monitor move up ,,down . Front and back. So what is the issue

[@toxicturkeyy]

@@binhilabi ever heard of wall mounting monitors? Ever heard of monitor arms? For a lot of people monitor stands take up too much space (recently joined that club, wall mount ftw). Also, vesa is universal, there is literally no benefit to the consumer for not including it, only really for the company.

[@Mouton373]

Why would you use Alexa ? Use Bixby on it if you want smart home features

[@hoic8768]

hi nice review. not sure if this has been asked before. does the monitor go high enough to fit an opened MBP 15 inch under it?

[@Tazradore]

Probably, if you adjust it all they up

[@toxicturkeyy]

Maybe