On the plus side, a lower brightness tends is easier on your eyes, but a higher brightness (more nits) provides more luminescence and makes it easier to view the display in bright ambient light. A typical portable monitor has a maximum brightness between 200 and 600 nits. Screen size: 15.6-inch touchscreen | Screen type: IPS | Resolution: 1,920 x 1080 pixels | Ports: USB Type-C, Mini-HDMI | Weight: 1.7 pounds | Dimensions: 14.6 x 8.9 x 0.3 inches | Speakers: Dual stereo The combination of cables that you will use depends on the types of ports your laptop has. Take a look at your laptop and note which ports you have and how many.

If you are unable to move your mouse from one screen to the other, it is most likely a simple fix within your display settings. Follow the instructions below to get set-up! MacOS Monterey (12.0 +): Please note that this is different from the "Power Only" port, despite the fact that they are the same shape. The "Power Only" port is indicated with a battery symbol.Screen size: 15.6-inch | Screen type: IPS | Resolution: 3,840 x 2,160 pixels | Ports: USB Type-C, Mini HDMI | Weight: 1.4 pounds | Dimensions: 14 x 8.7 x 0.4 inches | Speakers: Dual stereo Fortunately, the device comes with all the necessary cables and adapters. I especially appreciated the pass-through charging dongle. If your laptop charges via a USB-C port, this adapter will allow you to charge your laptop and plug the display in simultaneously. Portability

It’s important to know that both displays must be independently plugged into the laptop. There are multiple ways you can do this. I had two more issues with the Xebec Tri-Screen 2, and while neither are dealbreakers, they’re worth noting. Most portable monitors rely on your laptop computer’s battery power to function—requiring just one cable to link it with your computer. Some portable monitors have their own built-in rechargeable battery. All are easy to transport and can likely fit within your existing laptop case, briefcase, or carry-on bag. The Lenovo ThinkVision M14d features a compact, 14-inch 2.2K display that delivers sharp text and images. It has a 16:10 aspect ratio, 60Hz refresh rate and a 178-degree field of view. The monitor uses an adjustable hinged stand, which folds inward to makes it super easy to transport—especially since the display weighs just 1.3 pounds. The display has up to 300 nits brightness and a high contrast ratio (1,500:1), which together help make content look good on the screen—even in a brightly lit areas.

Xebec Tri-Screen 2: What We Didn’t Like

It sounds cool, but you might be wondering if it’s essential to have two smaller screens attached to your bigger screen. The answer is a resounding YES, especially if you’re used to working with a dual monitor setup on the go. I think the display quality is stunning! Everything looks basically the same as my main screen, which is impressive. Grab the Tri-Screen Adapterand included USB-A to USB-C connector. Plug the USB-A to USB-C connectorinto the USB-A end of the Adapter, and then plug the USB-C end of the connector into your laptop. The SoloScreen can be used in both horizontal and vertical orientations (portrait mode), providing flexibility to accommodate various workflows. Changing the screen to match your orientation is easy! After a number of years in the corporate consulting world, the original Tri-Screen (or “The Xebec” as we called it then) was born out of the need to have multiple screens while we were working on the road. Once we built it, we knew we were on to more than just a product but a new way to live and work.

The longevity of use will depend on what laptop you use and its battery capabilities. The Tri-Screen 2 runs off the laptop’s battery. Tripling the displays massively increases power consumption. Select Settings > System > Display, and choose a screen orientation from the drop-down list next to Display orientation. This innovation allowed us to work anywhere we wanted, whenever we wanted, without sacrificing productivity. We could take that extra-long ski trip without missing a beat at work, working remotely on Friday and hitting the slopes immediately after logging off. Once we had a taste of this freedom, we knew we had to share it with the world. With the proper drivers installed, almost any portable monitor will work with almost any Windows PC or MacBook laptop computer. For the best user experience, position the additional monitor directly to the side of your laptop computer’s existing monitor, making sure they’re both at the same height. Or, choose a vertical portrait orientation, so you can see a document in a longer length, just as you can on a tablet. Inside are two 10.1-inch 1920 x 1200 Full HD displays. These slide out on either side to create a triple-screen setup.

HDMI to MiniHDMI Cable (x2):

Maybe someone who works heavily with photography or videography may feel differently. But as a writer who doesn’t primarily focus on imagery, I have no complaints at all! Ports – 9/10