COOLHOOD 17.3 inch Portable Monitor for Laptop, 1080P FHD IPS Laptop Monitor USB C HDMI Gaming Ultra-Thin Display w/Invisible Stand & Speaker, External Monitor for Laptop PC Mac Xbox PS4/5 Switch

I actually ordered this to use with my iPhone, and while I couldnt figure out how to make it work (kept getting a no signal message) I was able to hook it up easily to my laptop and use it as a 2nd monitor. The kids can use it with their Switch and Nintendo as well, comes with multiple types of cables (usb, usbc, hdmi, etc) to hook up to just about anything. Im sure if I called Customer Support they could help me hook it up to my phone. Brightness is good, honestly it makes my old laptop monitor look dull! Comes with a nice carrying case and is boxed up nicely (similar to how Apple products are boxed). Nice and hefty, would like the stand to have more than one tilt option but you can just lean it on something so no big deal there. All in all its a good size, color and brightness are good, easy to hook up, a good buy.

Works great as a secondary monitor for apps like discord etc. off to the side while gaming on my primary monitor. love it!

This monitor is thin, yet sturdy. Thickness is about like a tablet. It has a kickstand that folds out about 45 degrees when set up. This is perfect for meetings, travel, or to extend a laptops display with a second monitor. This is a 1080 display. It appears to be 8 bit color. This is fine for my use, but others may want more color depth. The color has more of a flat display compared to my laptops more vibrant color display. If you are a casual game or just need a larger screen to watch movies while traveling, this is a good solution. I use this to extend my laptops display on my desk. Very useful. If you need something for video editing or where color reproduction is more of a priority, this may not be for you.

There are so many ways to use this, it is so great. It’s like having a laptop/dvd player/tv/phone in a large portable screen. It is very easy to use, everything is just plug and play. The one thing that could be different is the stand. I was hoping to get a more structured stand for it, but the only way to keep it upright is the little flap at the bottom that opens up. That flap doesn’t keep it upright at all though. It won’t stand straight up and down, it leans back way to far.

I recently had the opportunity to use the COOLHOOD Portable Monitor 17.3 inch and I was thoroughly impressed with its performance. The monitor is lightweight, slim and easy to carry around, making it an ideal choice for on-the-go use. The 1080P FHD IPS display is crystal clear and provides excellent picture quality. The colors are vibrant and the viewing angles are wide, which makes it perfect for gaming, streaming, or even just for work. I also loved the fact that it comes with an invisible stand and built-in speakers, making it easy to set up and use right out of the box. Another standout feature of this monitor is its connectivity options. It comes with USB-C and HDMI ports, which makes it compatible with a wide range of devices including laptops, PCs, Macs, Xbox, PS5/PS4 and Switch. The plug-and-play functionality makes it extremely easy to use and I didnt have to worry about any complicated setup procedures. Overall, I would highly recommend the COOLHOOD Portable Monitor 17.3 inch to anyone who is looking for a portable, high-quality monitor that can be used for work, gaming or entertainment on the go. The sleek design, excellent picture quality, and ease of use make it a great investment for anyone in need of a second monitor.

I use this for presentations, the only thing to keep in mind if you power the screen off of your laptop is it does use quite a bit of battery. There is a power cord though, so not much of an issue.

First of ill start by saying i got this portable monitor to hook up to ny samsung galaxy s10. It works perfectly! Super easy to use and the picture quality is fantastic. Everything has work flawlessly so far. I just ordered speakers to attach and the mouse i use by usb plugs in a works fantastic, so i would assume a keyboard would work just as easy. This monitor truly turns your phone into a laptop and comes with every cord and attachment necessary to connect your devices. It also comes with a protective sleeve to put it in, however the sleeve is pretty flimsy, so i ordered a more protective one from Amazon. So far ive connect my phone, and mouse as well as a power cord for the monitor with no issues. When i play Netflix through it, there was no lag between the picture on the monitor and sound coming from my phone (as i stated i just ordered a speaker for better sound quality) Overall i highly recommend this monitor as it works very well, and is high quality at a fraction of the price of some of the other monitors ive seen.

Ordered this to serve as the primary monitor for a mini–PC. It serves my purpose well, and I can also see where this monitor would be perfect for the road warrior who needs a second monitor for a laptop PC. At a mere 5.8mm thick (and no more than twice that along the bottom quarter to accommodate the inputs), the COOLHOOD monitor weighs in at just under three pounds. Its sturdy aluminum frame and remarkably well constructed protective bag allow for extreme portability. While not infinitely adjustable, the monitors built-in kickstand is sturdy, well designed, and keeps the monitor in place even on a slick surface. That being said, Im using the COOLHOOD monitor with an aluminum tablet easel, which provides much better support and adjustability for my use. Picture quality is frankly much better than expected. No excessive backlight bleed, and color remains vivid and consistent across the viewing surface. I havent messed with the brightness, contrast, etc., because the picture quality is great right out of the box. Audio is nothing spectacular, but not inferior to any other monitor Ive reviewed. I never expect audiophile quality sound from monitors anyway, so no penalty incurred. Finally, a check on Amazon shows this COOLHOOD monitor in the sweet spot among its 17.3-inch competitors pricewise. That, plus its solid, reliable form factor and excellent image quality make it a winner, in my opinion, if you need a second laptop monitor or monitor you can fit in a tight space. Id be no less enthusiastic with my review had I paid for it myself instead of receiving it on Vine.

PROS: High end monitor at a midrange price point Excellent resolution Excellent color quality/vibrant Excellent brightness for a USB monitor Great viewing angles Matte monitor Many options for connectivity Many adjustment options Comes with multiple cables and a USB 2 wall plug Comes with neoprene case Integrated stand All metal casing CONS: No touch screen capabilities Mediocre speakers The Coolhood 17.3 inch 1080P FHD IPS laptop monitor is an excellent, USB powered, non-touch, portable monitor. The monitor itself is well packaged in a resilient, cardboard box. Although not Apple-worthy, elite level packaging, it is more than adequate and not over-done. There is more than enough pockets and padding to send this monitor safely without excess waste. The monitor itself comes with two USB cords--a USB 2.0 to USB C, a USB C to USB C, and a conventional HDMI cord. There is also a USB 2.0 wall plug. This allows for a number of different combinations for connectivity with a device and with power. The wall plug is a nice bonus, as such things often have to be supplied by the buyer. As an added bonus, there is a padded neoprene sleeve for the monitor. (Of note, there is no pocket for cords or the wall plug in the sleeve.) There is also a sheet with startup instructions. The monitor itself has a vibrant, IPS, 17.3 inch screen with excellent brightness. The viewing angles are excellent side to side and up and down. You can view almost 90 degrees horizontally or vertically without any change in brightness and you still get an excellent view with a slight deterioration in brightness up to 180 degrees. This is superb. The monitor is framed with aluminum, giving it a more solid feel than your typical plastic housing on most of these kinds of monitors. I did not notice any abberations or out of place pixels. The brightness and resolution are excellent for a portable, USB powered monitor. The controls to adjust the monitor are simple--there is a rocker and a button below it on the right side of the monitor. The top rocker controls the brightness. When you hit the lower button, you go into system settings and have a wide variety of adjustments that can be made to the monitor. This monitor remembers all of the settings, except for brightness, when you disconnect and then reconnect the monitor. This is not a major issue, as you simply use the rocker to adjust the brightness. (I have a very similar type monitor in 14 FHD size where you have to go into settings to adjust the brightness each time you reconnect, which is frustrating.) The monitor is matte, not glossy. I prefer matte for office work as you dont have pesky reflections that make for difficult viewing. If you want to take advantage of the highest resolutions (for pictures or movie watching), however, glossy is usually better. That said, those of us who use a monitor for productivity purposes will appreciate the matte screen. Connectivity is excellent--there are two USB C ports, a USB 2.0 port, an HDMI port, and a headphone jack. As noted above, you can connect multiple ways to the monitor. If your device cannot supply sufficient power to the monitor, you can use the USB A to USB C cable to power the device and then connect via USB C or HDMI. A thunderbolt capable device can connect and power the screen using a single USB C cable. The sound from the monitor is serviceable. This is not high fidelity sound and will not do too much better than your native laptop speakers, but can work in a pinch. The monitor has an integrated kickstand that is stable and can position the monitor at a number of angles. Of note, the kickstand only works in landscape mode. You can configure the monitor to display in portrait mode, but will have to supply an external stand. All in all, the major features that separate this monitor for the competition are: excellent resolution, excellent picture at this price point, all metal casing, integrated stand (for landscape mode), and great brightness for a USB monitor. Highly recommended.

Exactly what I’ve been looking for. Great quality, simple and easy to use. Picture is great!! Absolutely recommend!