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The Human motion T7 is an incredibly noteworthy monitor arm in recent times, drawing the attention of many enthusiasts. Today, I had the opportunity to borrow a T7 to get a firsthand look and envision what features a monitor arm priced at 1.7 million dong offers.The packaging of the Human motion T7 is relatively compact compared to the size of the arm. Inside, the T7 is divided into 4 main parts: the desk clamp, lift arm 1, lift arm 2, and the VESA pad supporting both 75 x 75 and 100 x 100 standards. It comes with all the necessary tools for self-assembly, and the user manual is entirely in Vietnamese. Setting up this arm is straightforward, with no complexity, and even female users can easily handle it.
Firstly, regarding the design, I prefer this white version over others. Although the manufacturer offers users two color options, if you're using displays like the white or gray Studio Display mentioned in this article, it's an excellent combination.
I'd rate the T7's finishing as decent, not exceptionally outstanding, with some areas that could be improved, such as the paint quality at the joints which isn't perfectly neat yet overall, it's still acceptable.
The entire arm section is crafted from metal, specifically steel and aluminum alloy. This is advantageous as it provides a sense of reassurance and aesthetically, metal arms are superior to plastic ones. There are still some plastic details on the T7, like at the Human motion logo and cable management area, but for me, it's not a concern.
One feature I particularly appreciate about this arm is the VESA pad, which allows for modular installation via a clever locking mechanism. Simply slide the lifting arm under the desk, attach the VESA pad directly to the monitor, then connect and lock the two components together. It's much simpler and provides a far better experience compared to having to support both the monitor and the arm separately because the VESA pad lacks a modular design. Personally, I believe arm manufacturers should consider this to make installation easier for users.
In terms of specifications, the T7 can handle a maximum load of 9kg, compatible with monitors ranging from 17 to 32 inches in size. As for its operation, the T7 utilizes a spring-assisted mechanism and according to the manufacturer, it has undergone mechanical testing 25,000 times.
In my personal experience after around 2 days of use, it's been very satisfactory. The swivel joints and movement feel great, not too stiff but not too loose either. It can hold the monitor at very low angles securely. There's still some wobbling when moving or applying force to the desk surface, but during regular keyboard typing, there's no noticeable shaking.
In conclusion, with the T7, we get a well-rounded arm, beautifully designed and in white, which complements Apple monitors or white-silver monitors in general. I find the price of 1.7 million dong for the T7 acceptable for what it offers. However, Human motion also provides users with a much cheaper option, the T6. I haven't used the T6 so I'm not sure how it differs from the T7. If I get the chance to use it, I'll compare and share my thoughts later.
