US No.1 brand ViewSonic, as a visual technology leader, today launched the world first 17’’ wide-screen LCD, VA1703w, to expand ViewSonic wide-screen product line from 17’’ to 28’’ LCD displays. By introducing VA1703w to the market, ViewSonic is able to meet all consumers’ needs on wide-screen format and ViewSonic believes all consumers can easily enjoy new visual excitement and increase working efficiency.

"As a display leader, ViewSonic is constantly to bring consumers greater simplicity and convenience to their digital lifestyle,” said Alan Chang, general manager of ViewSonic Asia Pacific Region. "ViewSonic always drives LCD market trend, especially wide-screen trend, ViewSonic is the first to introduce wide-screen LCD in the world. With the new technology and digital entertainment contents all favoring wide-screen format, ViewSonic once again launched price-friendly 17’’ wide-screen LCD to fulfill wide-screen product line, which is able to provide diverse LCD and meet all needs.”

VA1703w brings panoramic wide-screen performance to budget-conscious users. The 16:10 wide aspect ratio and high 1440x900 resolution provide ample space for multiple document windows, side-by-side full-page layouts, and immersive gaming that virtually surrounds the gamer. With 8ms response, as well as 250 brightness and 500:1 contrast, VA1703w can demonstrate extreme clarity, amazing color and stunning brightness. The VA1703w delivers on ViewSonic's tradition of brilliant image quality and reliable performance all at an attractive price point. VA1703w is the easy choice for gamers, home users, small office users and corporate professionals. VA1703w is available with block and silver bezel color choices.