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The dock lets the user directly access all the content on an iPod, displaying photos and videos on the display and playing music through the built-in stereo speakers and subwoofer. It also enables music to be uploaded directly to the iPod.

The 19in VX1945wm and 22in VX2245wm have 5ms response times and a 700:1 contrast ratio. Both have a 16:10 aspect ratio and resolutions of 1,440x900 and 1,680x1050 and brightness of 280cd/m² and 300cd/m² respectively. They include OptiSync technology designed to synchronise audio playback through the two 2.5W stereo speakers and the 3W subwoofer with both the RGB

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analogue and DVI-D video inputs.

The monitors also have an integrated 8-in-1 digital card reader for downloading images from a digital camera plus four USB 2.0 ports. They are compliant with safety and environmental standards, including Energy Star.

'As a display leader, ViewSonic is constantly finding new ways to bring consumers greater simplicity and convenience to their digital lifestyle,' said Jeff Volpe, VP of marketing, ViewSonic Americas. 'In addition to providing the performance people expect from ViewSonic, our ViewDock displays offer innovative options, such as the integrated iPod dock, to allow consumers to easily make the most of their digital devices, content and desktop real estate.'

The displays are both Mac- and Windows-compatible; for more information see the Web pages for the VX1945wm and VX2245wm.

Resellers have yet to announce UK pricing. US prices are quoted at $449 (£242) for the 22in and $329 (£177) for the 19in.