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are all the rage these days, thanks to features like fast laptop charging and quick data transfer rates between devices. To help customers better pick out a model that fits their needs, Philips has recently revamped their USB-C monitor categories into four distinct options for different target audiences. The Pro Docking category is designed for working as graphic artists, designers and video editors. There's support for and data transfer speeds of up to . There's also for rapid charging of devices from the monitor while transferring data at the same time.  offer extra connectivity options while the feature allows for multiple monitors to be daisy-chained together for more screen real estate. The monitors in this category also come with for biometric facial recognition, and can be switched off via a physical camera switch for extra privacy.  Models in this category (the first two digits inform you of their screen size) include the 49B2U6903CH, 34B2U6603CH, 27B2U6903, 40B1U6903CH, 49B2U5900CH, 34B2U5600C, 34B1U5600CH, 27B1U5601H, and 24B1U5301H.   Keeping the needs of business executives in mind, the USB-C Docking category prioritises streamlined workflow capabilities with a single reversible USB-C cable enabling a cleaner workspace. There are also , daisy-chain support and for better connectivity and productivity. allows for most non-gaming laptops and other devices to be charged directly from the monitor.  Models in this category (the first two digits inform you of their screen size) include the 273S1 and 243S1.   Designed for people still lucky enough to be primarily working from home, monitors in the USB-C Plus category come with to support video and audio options for conference calls or Zoom meetings. There is also to keep laptops or other devices powered up through the monitor. Models in this category (the first two digits inform you of their screen size) include the 27E1N1900AE, 27E1N1600AE, 27E1N1300AE, 24E1N1300AE, 27E1N1300A, and 24E1N1300A.   Targeted towards remote workers and digital nomads, the monitors in this category support and which is adequate to juice up your smartphone. Being able to connect a phone or laptop to a monitor via a single USB-C cable that can also be used for charging your mobile phone or other accessories can simplify a frequent traveller's setup. There are also portable-sized screens (three 16-inch models) that can offer you a larger screen to work off your phone to enjoy your movie or help your process documents better on a big screen. It's also useful as a secondary mobile screen for presentations and conferencing. and travel lighter while still having a larger screen to work on.  The models in this category (the first two digits inform you of their screen size) include the 273E1EW, , 16B1P3302, 16B1P3302D, and . Most of the monitors are not yet available in Singapore, but we're hopeful we will soon see them. Meanwhile, you can keep an eye out for their availability on .