A second screen (fave.co/3T00h89) makes your CHOICE MacBook more useful and turns a laptop into a real alternative to a desktop computer. Adding one or more external displays to your MacBook is easy and recommended for a home office or indeed an old-fashioned real office setup. But you can't-or at least shouldn't-lug a 32-inch monitor around to meetings or the local coffee shop.
Having a second screen alongside your MacBook's built-in display gives you more space for viewing open windows at the same time-for instance, for supporting documents or apps while you're on a video call or giving a presentation. Or if you want to watch a movie in more visual comfort than a 13-inch laptop offers, a larger second screen gives you more display flexibility.
A properly portable display is a more realistic solution if you want the convenience of a laptop but more screen real estate to match your multi-app and window needs. We've reviewed several of these portable displays, and this latest 15.6-inch full HD portable monitor is the most straightforward we've tested. It works with MacBook, iPad, and iPhone. Note that it will only mirror what is on the iPhone's screen, while it can extend the display of a Mac or iPad.
PORTABILITY
We've long been fans of Plugable's docking stations and hubs and other clever accessories, and the company has now released its first screen, the Plugable 15.6-inch USB-C Portable Display-or USBC-PDMON to its friends.
Weighing just 1.85lb (840g) with its cover and stand or 1.35lb (615g) without, it is barely noticeable alongside your laptop in your backpack or briefcase-although you'll need to remember to pack a USB-C cable, fave.co/3HCWImV (one is included in the box), and maybe a charger if using the screen for an extended period.
It measures 14.2×8.5x0.4 inches (3.6×2.2×11cm).
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