Digital artists often need a pen input pad to get their work done. Using the pen input tablet digital artists can draw right on the screen just like they would on paper. The big drawback to that sort of display is the cost.

SMART has announced its first widescreen interactive pen display called the ID422w. The display features a HD display, 16:9 aspect ratio, and a 22-inch screen size. The pen is tethered and uses no batteries. The large screen’s resolution is compatible with the resolution of most PCs and notebooks according to SMART.

The display also features save and share notes that lets users write notes using the pen and then save them or send them via email right from the screen. The ID422w can connect to a projector or a computer via DVI or VGA. The MSRP for the device is $3,599 with an education price of $2,839.

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