- I’ve counted three TWM launched or demoed over the last year or so
- Viewsonic’s VG1656N costs under $300 and has a 4000mAh battery for an expected 3 hour battery life
- Mirror or cast wirelessly, without the need for a separate app
True wireless portable displays have been constantly evolving, and we could count no less than three launched or demonstrated over the past year.
Enter ViewSonic’s latest release, the VG1656N (via TechPowerUp). This 16-inch portable monitor stands out with a substantial built-in battery and wireless casting at a reasonable price of $299.99.
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.
Very portable screen
It offers a native WUXGA (1920×1200) resolution, and it also supports a 4,000 mAh battery that can power the display 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 integrates a G-Sensor which detects the orientation of the screen 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 casting.
The display also comes with two USB-C ports that offer 60W bi-directional power delivery, although the battery itself cannot be recharged via USB-C and users will need an AC adapter.
Elsewhere, the company plans to launch the TD1656-2K in the second quarter of 2025, featuring a 16-inch touchscreen with a native 2K resolution.
“Our new desktop displays, along with our current lineup of portable display devices, demonstrate how ViewSonic continues to expand its display solutions to offer more choice, features and functionality for any work or play lifestyle,” noted Jeff Muto, Business Line Director at ViewSonic.
