Update 2022
After 2 years of intensive use - at least 15-18 hours a day due to continuous remote work - it is proven that the screen is an invaluable tool that was absolutely worth the money (€490 in 2020). Absolute eye relief with the built-in eye filters. I have connected a MacBook and it charges through the screen, not through the laptop charger (and I have also connected hard drives, etc. to the screen - so everything now goes through the screen. The sound is very good and does not require extra speakers - at least for music and movies, not for games. It truly upgraded my work, relieved my eyes, and when I change my computer to have two screens, it will be my first choice for a second screen for a complete upgrade. Value for money!
2020
An excellent choice for anyone interested in professional use and spends many hours on the computer. I work about 12-14 hours and have had it for a few days now. I immediately noticed a difference in my eyes - it was the main reason I chose this one because of its certifications for eye protection. The difference is truly huge compared to my previous 19-inch monitor from a decade ago, a simple screen I bought for €100 (also Philips).
Despite its 34-inch size, it not only doesn't tire the eyes, but it also feels like it embraces you. It has many settings (through the buttons on the screen - not the menu to be managed from your keyboard - a fault of the company). It has many ports to connect all the functions of the computer to the screen. It can be connected via HDMI (for screen transfer) but also USB-C to turn it into a hub, and if you connect a mouse, keyboard, and hard drives on top (not connected to the computer). It can accommodate 2 computers and split the screen (half for one and half for the other)! Great speakers, but the volume adjustment (if connected via HDMI) is done through the buttons on the screen (second fault).
Incredible viewing position. It moves up and down very comfortably. It swivels on its sturdy base and can tilt up to 5 degrees. It is impossible not to find the position you like.
The curve is excellent and it doesn't make you dizzy at all (I generally get dizzy with curved screens or curved glasses).
In my opinion, it is exclusively for work and not for gaming - there are cheaper and better options for gaming. For professional use (office work, writing, etc.), it is incredibly good - maybe even unique in some aspects. For example, I deal with many windows and texts - I can have up to 8 separate Word windows (6 is ideal in terms of word size and editing comfort) - it is that large and comfortable. I really should have bought a wide screen years ago.
It's worth considering even if it doesn't have as good marketing as LG screens, which are easily found in stores. For now, it lives up to the saying "you get what you pay for." And if it lasts... it's a treasure!
Pros:
1. Build quality/viewing/colors/sound quality
2. Certifications for eye protection from blue light, eye strain (TUV and others)/among the few worldwide
3. Comfortable positions/everyone will find the right position for them
4. Integrated hub
5. Doesn't cause dizziness, doesn't tire the eyes
Cons:
1. High price (but logically, if it lasts as long as I hope, it will be worth it)
2. Menu with buttons
3. Category B in consumption (strange for a company like PHILIPS that pays attention to its environmental footprint)
