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Asus TUF Monitor Blocks Bullet After Passing Through Wall During Gaming Session
Key points
- Asus TUF monitor blocked a bullet that passed through a wall.
- The user was playing Call of Duty when the incident occurred.
- Asus is investigating the event; no replacement confirmed.
- The monitor still functions despite LCD damage.
Monitor Halts Projectile
A Redditor reported that their Asus TUF VG258QM 280Hz gaming monitor intercepted a bullet. The projectile had already traveled through the exterior wall of their residence before impacting the display, which was positioned near the user during a late-night gaming session.
Asus Responds to Incident
Asus has publicly responded to the user's post, indicating they will investigate the circumstances. The company has not yet committed to providing a replacement monitor. The monitor's ability to stop the bullet is attributed to the bullet's reduced velocity after passing through the wall.
TUF Branding and Durability
The monitor's 'TUF' branding, which stands for 'The Ultimate Force,' is associated with products that undergo MIL-STD-810H testing protocols. These tests include shock, vibration, temperature extremes, humidity, and sand/dust ingress. Bullet resistance is not part of these standard tests. Despite the damage, the monitor reportedly remains functional, apart from the affected LCD area.
Previous Similar Occurrences
This incident is not isolated; similar events have been reported where electronic devices have deflected bullets. Previously, a gaming PC and a Razer headset were noted for deflecting bullets that had entered homes, potentially saving users from injury.
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An Asus TUF VG258QM gaming monitor stopped a bullet that had penetrated a home's exterior wall, preventing it from striking a user playing Call of Duty. Asus has acknowledged the incident and stated they will investigate, though no replacement has been confirmed.