SideTrak Swivel 14" Attachable Portable Monitor Extender, FHD TFT Laptop Dual Screen with Kickstand + Unique Swivel Hinge, Compatible with Mac, PC, Chrome, USB or Mini HDMI Port Power (w/Protector)

Easy placement. Excellent screen. Game changer.I tried different versions of a screen extension for my 14” Dell work laptop, and returned everyone of them except this one. This is perfect. It snaps on tightly, gives is the perfect amount of support. The fact that is swivels 180 and then also collapses into the back of the laptop screen (top of laptop) makes it easy to carry from the office to a meeting room.It connects seamlessly with the USB-C connector provided and has an excellent image quality.

I've been using mine for a little over a year now, and overall, I'm very impressed. The thunderbolt cable that came with it lasted only a couple of weeks, which was frustrating at first. I initially thought my Surface 3 wouldn't support the USB-C to USB-C connection, but after purchasing a new cable from Cable Matters (40Gbps, 2.6ft, 240W USB-C), everything has worked flawlessly. Over a year of consistent use later, I haven't encountered any issues.As someone who travels frequently for work, my laptop and this screen are my most important tools. I also bought the SideTrak sleeve for added protection, but most of the time, it rides on the back of my travel backpack, shoved under airplane seats week after week. Despite putting it through the wringer, it keeps performing like a champ. The durability has truly exceeded my expectations.The magnets and metal plates are another highlight. They're incredibly strong and reliable. I put one plate on both sides of my laptop at first, but ended up using just the left side. I was initially worried about potential interference with my laptop screen, but I’ve had zero issues. The monitor has been attached 24/7 for over a year.Compared to other travel monitors I’ve tried, this is the 'chosen one'. Previous models were bulky, heavy, and cumbersome to set up. I used to think a battery-powered monitor was essential, but in reality, I’m usually near an outlet for extended work sessions. I can’t speak much about battery drain on my laptop, but it hasn’t been a concern for me.What really stands out is how lightweight and easy it is to set up. Within four simple steps—turn, swivel, and connect the USB-C ports—I’m ready to go. If I keep the cable plugged in, then it's only 2 moves. IT nerds everywhere envy this setup whenever they see it in action.Knock on wood, but after a year of frequent, rough use, this monitor continues to impress me with its durability and functionality. I’m glad I made the investment!

Another Update!:Has stopped working completely. Sounds like this is a common problem looking at how many other 1-star ratings they have that say the same thing!Backlight shows when USB-C (power cable only it seems) is plugged in, but nothing happens when the included HDMI-to-mini-HDMI cable is plugged into any source. Have tried two separate computers, both with history of working with this and other external monitors, and Android tablet, to no avail.Called customer service line and got voicemail after many rings, saying they are receiving a high number of calls.I wonder why!Sent email as customer service has suggested.No response in 48 hours via email.UPDATE: Change to 3 Stars!:After installing and finding out the issue with the cables, I looked for an alternate product before returning.There are none that have the build quality. So I have decided to keep it.It is still inconvenient that this requires BOTH my Gen 1 USB-C port to power, and the HDMI port to view. But it is more solidly attached and stays in place (and is more flexible on viewing angles) than anything else I have found.Original:Only after it arrived and I opened the manual did I find out why this was not working just like my last screen.This does not work with any other USB-C port except the absolute most recent version, USB-C 3.1 Gen 2!My previous extended screen (Duex Plus by Mobile Pixels) worked just fine with my USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 port. Unfortunately the construction on that unit is a bit flimsier and I broke an important part very shortly after starting to use.This looked like (and still feels like) a more robust design.BUT it requires the use of BOTH the USB-C port and the HDMI port to operate with my newer (less than a year) Windows 11 laptop (because as was FALSELY ADVERTISED, the HDMI port cannot generate power for the unit. It requires both ports to work.SO sending it back. And pissed about the waste of time and resources that would have been skipped if the manufacturer/reseller would have just been honest in the advertising.

Woe, this thing is next level! Researched these and contemplated for a couple months but I am so glad I paid a little more and bought this one vs the $125 sliding one. It's sleek, light weight, and the dark grey matches my Moon grey 16in Mac better than I expected. People at the office keep asking what it is and commenting on it being "sick."Weird as it sounds, but this little investment made working FEEL better. I'm in Sales and it's boosted my productivity tremendously. While I'm dialing or one screen is loading, I'm working and sending emails on the other screen.You won't believe how light weight it is, screen looks crisp, and is very very cool. Actually proud of myself for buying this.I recommend buying a $12, 1ft 6in USBC-USBC cable here on Amazon. There's only one that size and it is the perfect length. When mounting, it looks much better mounted so the top is flush with the top of your laptop screen. You will not be disappointed.

This worked great for me to use in travel situations but it was not sturdy enough for every day use. The USBC cord it comes with broke apart after a while and now the USBC port is not accepting new cords so the screen won’t turn on. Have to purchase a new one.

So easy to connect the money I spent for my son’s father well worth it! The picture quality is also AMAZING!! He puts his work on his screen an ms Rachel on the side screen for our son!