This computer monitor can track your eyes, and it's a great new way to play video games

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BI Reviews acer tobii monitor 4x3

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PC gamers are always looking for ways to gain an advantage.

Being a PC gamer myself, Acer's Predator Z271 monitor with Tobii eye tracking caught my attention, as I wanted to find out what advantages it could offer.

The monitor itself has all the features a gamer would want, including Nvidia's G-Sync feature for smooth gameplay and a curved display for a boost of immersion. With a 1080p resolution, it's also suited for budget PCs with low-end to mid-range graphics cards. However, there's a little conflict here, as its $700 price tag is not suitable for budget gamers.

This review focuses more on the Tobii eye-tracking, as it's a fairly novel technology compared to the other features in the Predator Z271. Overall, I've become a fan of eye-tracking, but I also had to reign in my expectations. Check out what Tobii's eye tracking can do: