Australian start-up Espresso Displays’ eponymous V2 model comes in 13- and 15.6-inch versions with a touchscreen, along with a 13-inch version without touch. Espresso’s prices are a bit more than some competitors, but all models share the same stylish design aesthetic, plus a bevy of features other portable monitors don’t have. Take the 15.6-inch touchscreen portable monitor, for example. It has a brushed aluminum and glass chassis and a super-slim (0.2-inch) design, with a 16:10 aspect ratio display and two USB Type-C ports.The maximum screen brightness is 300 nits.

Surface Book 2, 3 & 4:These models simply require a Tri-Screen Adapterto provide video to one of the screens. The rest of the connections work with the model's native ports. Select ‘ Displays’ - this screen may look different depending on which Operating System version you’re using I use Citrix to log into my work desktop, and my Mac+Citrix didn’t skip a beat at handling the three screens. I fiddled with the various resolution settings to set it to a comfortably zoomed-in level, but after a few minutes, the smaller Xebec Tri-Screen 2 side screens stopped feeling tiny and felt fairly normal. You can also angle the screens slightly for a more comfortable view if you want. Also while traveling through airports, space is often limited and I find it easiest to work with my laptop just sitting in my lap. Or I work on the plane with my laptop on the tray table. Simply put, the Xebec Tri-Screen works with almost ALL laptops. It works with Mac, Windows, Linux, Chromebook and any device with a video out source. Below we will take a deep dive for those who have specific compataiblity questions. If you too are curious, read on!It’s important to know that both displays must be independently plugged into the laptop. There are multiple ways you can do this. The Asus Strix 15.6 has its own internal, 7,800mAh rechargeable battery that last for up to 3 hours per charge, so it won’t cause your laptop computer’s battery to run down faster. The monitor comes with a travel sleeve and a cover that’s equipped with a tripod mount. The only problem with this design was each time I moved, I had to take all the cables out. This can get a bit tedious, but it’s a lot better than carrying an extra monitor around. I also didn’t have anywhere to put them. It meant they would have to sit free in my bag, which wasn’t ideal. The Arzopa E1 Extreme goes the distance, delivering a 4K display with a 178-degree field of view. It offers excellent colors, with support for HDR imaging, 100% of Adobe RGB spectrum and a 1500:1 contrast ratio. At 400 nits peak brightness, this model is bright enough to use in bright environments. It also comes with a magnetic Smart Cover that doubles as a stand. Thanks to its high resolution, the Arzopa E1 Extreme is ideal for creators engaging in photo and video editing or live streaming.

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 If you don't have an available HDMI port then you can use any other video out port shown above, along with a simple HDMI adapter for video and the USB-A to USB-C cable for power. Inside are two 10.1-inch 1920 x 1200 Full HD displays. These slide out on either side to create a triple-screen setup. Again, I’m not an expert in technology so I’m sure Xebec has their reasons for including all these cables.

USB-C Extension Cable (x1): 

So I love using the Xebec Tri Screen 2 at home. But I don’t love using it for traveling by air, especially when you only have limited space in a carry-on and limited space to work on the go. We believe a portable monitor is a must-have accessory if you’re a remote worker who needs to be highly productive from airports, hotels, at home, or even from a coffee shop. However, not everyone needs a 4K portable monitor. The most reasonably priced models are typically 15.6-inch 1080p monitors. 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.

Let’s look at some of the key features to look for when choosing a portable monitor to best fit your needs. Resolution, Maximum Brightness And Refresh Rate In the case of portable monitor, the higher the better with regards to resolution, maximum brightness and refresh rate. Resolution describes the visual dimensions of the display and is based on width and height. It’s determined by how many pixels are used to create the image you see displayed. For example, a 1080p monitor has 1,920 x 1,080 pixels. The 1,920 is the number of pixels across, while the 1,080 refers to the number of pixels in height. Altogether, a 1080p monitor uses 2,073,600 pixels. For reference, a 4K monitor uses four times the number of pixels as a 1080p monitor.The main positive here is the portability, it can easily be taken on the go, and it’s easy to set up. Most portable monitors rely on your laptop’s power, unless it comes with its own built-in rechargeable battery. Some monitors have a second USB Type-C port through which you can attach your own power source. If you’re using a monitor powered by your computer, expect your laptop’s battery charge to run low faster. And the monitor will drain power faster still if offers 4K resolution, since higher resolution displays typically require more power. Power is one reason brightness often suffers on a portable monitor. Built-In Speakers Yes! The Xebec Tri-Screen 2 is compatible with the MacBook Pro & MacBook Air laptops using the M1 and M2 Chip processors. However, setups will vary depending on the model. At minimum, look for a portable monitor with a 1080p screen. If you can afford it, go with a 2K or 4K monitor to see more detail and vibrant colors. If your laptop doesn't have 2 USB‑C ports with DisplayPort output, then you will need to use a combination of one of these other video ports (shown above) along with two USB ports for power.