- I counted three TWMs launched or demonstrated in the last year.
- Viewsonic’s VG1656N costs less than $300 and has a 4,000 mAh battery for an expected 3 hours of battery life.
- Stream or stream wirelessly, without the need for a separate app
True wireless portable monitors are evolving regularly and we can count no less than three launched or demonstrated in the past year.
Enter ViewSonic’s latest version, the VG1656N (via TechPowerUp). This 16-inch portable monitor boasts a large built-in battery and wireless streaming capabilities at a reasonable price of $299.99 USD.
The lightweight display weighs just under two pounds and is less than half an inch thick, making it easy to carry in a backpack. It also includes a smart cover that doubles as a protective case and an adjustable stand.
Highly portable display
It offers a native WUXGA (1920 x 1200) resolution and also supports a 4,000 mAh battery that can power the monitor for up to three hours, depending on usage.
Users can mirror content from Windows, Mac, iOS or Android devices without the need for additional apps or software using a USB-C wireless dongle.
ViewSonic’s VG1656N features a G-sensor that detects the monitor’s orientation and automatically adjusts the screen to landscape or portrait mode.
This feature requires the vDisplayManager app for wired connections and does not work at all with wireless streaming.
The monitor also comes with two USB-C ports, offering 60W bi-directional power delivery, although the battery itself cannot be recharged via USB-C and users will need a power adapter.
Elsewhere, the company plans to launch the TD1656-2K in Q2 2025, featuring a 16-inch touchscreen with native 2K resolution.
“Our new desktop monitors, along with our current line of portable display devices, demonstrate how ViewSonic continues to expand its display solutions to provide more choice, features and functionality for any type of gaming lifestyle. work or leisure,” said Jeff Muto, Business Line. Director at ViewSonic.
