You're totally right about 'unless I get the 2414' -I couldn't find any other good options. Luckily despite being fairly new, Dell do special them quite well at times, which is when I jumped.I would have a dock if they were a bit cheaper. I agree about the MST and thus why I only have my U2412M because i can't find a second new monitor that I like with it unless I get the 2414
Overall I am pleased with them as the price was right and the design is a real step forward for them : flush edge to edge up front with very small bezel, plus they have a much nicer cable cover at rear, which is quite a bonus as their backs face into the room in my setup.