LG’s StanbyMe 2 has all of the elements of a superb follow-up gadget: the show is 1440p as a substitute of 1080p, and as a substitute of being trapped on its rollable stand, the display is removable so that you can use wherever and nonetheless you need. It might probably grasp on the wall in the event you purchase a appropriate strap, or you’ll be able to relaxation it on its included folio cowl, very like you’d a pill. It additionally has extra ports past the one HDMI port and one USB-A port within the unique mannequin. You’ll get USB-C for connecting laptops, too. Its built-in battery can energy the display for as much as 4 hours, and you’ll recharge it with an influence financial institution as long as it may present at the least 65W charging speeds.
We knew earlier this month that the StanbyMe 2 could be coming quickly, however LG waited till it was out there to share that it prices $1,299.99 — $300 greater than its predecessor did at launch. Simply as with the unique StanbyMe, I’ve to take a second to withstand the urge to name this a horrible worth, since OLED TVs and sensible screens are available nicely below $1,000. However for individuals who have been, at the least, mildly enthused a couple of main producer placing a display on wheels, maybe the added versatility within the StanbyMe 2 makes it price truly contemplating in your house.
As if one rolling display wasn’t sufficient for 2025, LG’s Good Monitor Swap is an alternative choice, though it solely works whereas related to an influence outlet. Equally, it prices $1,299.99, however it has a much bigger 31.5-inch 4K IPS touchscreen show, in addition to a stand that provides extra factors of articulation. It’s extra flush with ports, providing three USB-C ports with 65W Energy Supply, and two HDMI 2.0 ports.