Why I kind of hate portable monitors, even though I want one badly
The article discusses the author's mixed feelings about portable monitors while traveling. Despite their limitations, the increasing variety and functionality of portable monitors make them appealing for productivity. The author acknowledges the benefits of using a second screen for work, which enhances efficiency and organization.
- ▪Portable monitors are seen as half a laptop without the essential components for standalone use.
- ▪The market offers various portable monitors, including USB-C displays and touchscreen models.
- ▪The author finds that using a second screen at home significantly improves work efficiency.
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I’ve been traveling more lately, which means I’ve also been doing the worst kind of pre-trip math: the kind where I convince myself I can pack less by bringing more accessories. Before one big trip, I started wondering what I could bring so I wouldn’t have to take my laptop. A tablet? A keyboard? Some tiny hub? Then, somehow, a portable monitor crossed my mind. That’s a deranged little thought. A portable monitor is basically half a laptop without the half that makes it useful on its own. Still, the category keeps getting more tempting. You can now buy slim USB-C displays, touchscreen models, 4K travel screens, and magnetic setups built for remote work. Why the idea makes sense I’d love to call this nonsense, but the idea works.
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