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15.6" Acer PM161Q bu FHD 60Hz 15ms Portable IPS Monitor $129

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Acer PM161Q bu Portable Monitor 15.6" Full HD (1920 x 1080) (USB Type-C for Video/Power & Micro USB for Supplemental Power), Black

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07VT1WXGV?
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Jan 29, 2021 06:39 PM
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pdincJan 29, 2021 06:39 PM
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Very light, bigger bezel, cheap build but the screen is really nice. Have this and happy with it.
Jan 29, 2021 08:43 PM
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RichardF7350Jan 29, 2021 08:43 PM
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Quote from pdinc :
Very light, bigger bezel, cheap build but the screen is really nice. Have this and happy with it.
I was initially excited about this product. However, after reading the 1-star reviews, video-over-USB-C seems to be something that is not widely supported. What devices do you use with the monitor?
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Jan 29, 2021 09:07 PM
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pdincJan 29, 2021 09:07 PM
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Quote from RichardF7350 :
I was initially excited about this product. However, after reading the 1-star reviews, video-over-USB-C seems to be something that is not widely supported. What devices do you use with the monitor?
Yes, you need to have something that supports DP alt mode over USB-C. I only have one device that supports this, but most new devices with USB-C ports should support this video out method, especially if they also support USB-C charging.
Jan 29, 2021 11:18 PM
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Hat-TrickJan 29, 2021 11:18 PM
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Can anyone compare this screen to the Asus Zen Screen? I have one of those (also single USB-C cable) and it looks beautiful. Those are now $200 and this is only $129.

FWIW, the ZenScreen works on all my laptops that have USB-C ports, AND, it works to duplicate the screen of an iPad Pro via USB C (no extra power required!).
Jan 30, 2021 02:57 AM
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VikslickdealJan 30, 2021 02:57 AM
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I Purchased it, always struggling to connect to laptop USB C some time connect and some time wont
Jan 31, 2021 03:46 PM
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ChiefAlchemistJan 31, 2021 03:46 PM
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Quote from pdinc :
Yes, you need to have something that supports DP alt mode over USB-C. I only have one device that supports this, but most new devices with USB-C ports should support this video out method, especially if they also support USB-C charging.
I wish their was a better more clear standard. The idea that a USB C can possibly do X, Y and/or Z, or not is a pain the the arse. I'm tech literate. I just don't want to have to think about it. I see a USB C. I have a screen. It should just work. No questions asked.

At the very least break it down to USB C and USB C Plus. Keep it simple. USB C is too much of an unstandard standard.
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Feb 01, 2021 02:14 AM
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pdincFeb 01, 2021 02:14 AM
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Quote from Hat-Trick :
Can anyone compare this screen to the Asus Zen Screen? I have one of those (also single USB-C cable) and it looks beautiful. Those are now $200 and this is only $129.

FWIW, the ZenScreen works on all my laptops that have USB-C ports, AND, it works to duplicate the screen of an iPad Pro via USB C (no extra power required!).
I also have a zenscreen. That supports both DP alt mode as well as displaylink mode, and is generally brighter, has better color accuracy, and has better build quality, while being a bit larger and heavier.

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Feb 01, 2021 01:37 PM
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pvladFeb 01, 2021 01:37 PM
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I'm seeing $140.99. Is the deal dead?
Feb 01, 2021 02:07 PM
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cscamp20Feb 01, 2021 02:07 PM
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Quote from pvlad :
I'm seeing $140.99. Is the deal dead?
$140 compared compared to $129 is not that bad.
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Feb 01, 2021 05:51 PM
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Matt8493Feb 01, 2021 05:51 PM
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I bought the refurbished version from Acer/ebay last week for $77, but it is currently out of stock (they seem to come and go). It works with both my HP 14-da0011dx Chromebook x360 14" and my Dell Precision 5540. For the price I'm really happy with it. I wish it came with a more substantial case as the cloth/foam cover won't give much protection while traveling.

Most of the bad reviews were related to laptops with USB-C ports, but without dp-alt support. IMO, it is a good value if you can confirm your device's USB-C port supports dp-alt mode.

FYI, here is the listing I bought:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/274139721457

It is listed at $90, but has a 15% off coupon that was automatically applied.
Last edited by Matt8493 February 1, 2021 at 10:11 AM.
Feb 01, 2021 06:13 PM
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shark974Feb 01, 2021 06:13 PM
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Wait this doesnt support hdmi? What on earth? Makes it useless
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Feb 02, 2021 06:02 PM
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ChrisTran206Feb 02, 2021 06:02 PM
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Quote from ChiefAlchemist :
I wish their was a better more clear standard. The idea that a USB C can possibly do X, Y and/or Z, or not is a pain the the arse. I'm tech literate. I just don't want to have to think about it. I see a USB C. I have a screen. It should just work. No questions asked.

At the very least break it down to USB C and USB C Plus. Keep it simple. USB C is too much of an unstandard standard.
That's what Displayport and HDMI are for. Display only interfaces that you know will generally work 99.999% of the time. Therefore you already have similar screens that take in HDMI so if you want something you know just works when plugged in with a cable standard, those options exist.

USB-C is a generic all-purpose connector for a reason. For people who want more specialized or convenient options such as having a single cable for power and video.
Feb 02, 2021 10:20 PM
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ChiefAlchemistFeb 02, 2021 10:20 PM
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Quote from ChrisTran206 :
That's what Displayport and HDMI are for. Display only interfaces that you know will generally work 99.999% of the time. Therefore you already have similar screens that take in HDMI so if you want something you know just works when plugged in with a cable standard, those options exist.

USB-C is a generic all-purpose connector for a reason. For people who want more specialized or convenient options such as having a single cable for power and video.
Yes. I know. But having to know what you're USB C can or can't do shouldn't be such a mystery.
Feb 05, 2021 01:18 AM
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mamonotaishoFeb 05, 2021 01:18 AM
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Quote from Matt8493 :
I bought the refurbished version from Acer/ebay last week for $77, but it is currently out of stock (they seem to come and go). It works with both my HP 14-da0011dx Chromebook x360 14" and my Dell Precision 5540. For the price I'm really happy with it. I wish it came with a more substantial case as the cloth/foam cover won't give much protection while traveling.

Most of the bad reviews were related to laptops with USB-C ports, but without dp-alt support. IMO, it is a good value if you can confirm your device's USB-C port supports dp-alt mode.

FYI, here is the listing I bought:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/274139721457

It is listed at $90, but has a 15% off coupon that was automatically applied.
Thanks, in for one to try out. This offer is still active and inexpensive. Not like I needed another monitor, but what the heck lets go from five to six monitors. I thought I was maxed out on my docking station, but the laptop has a USB-C port that's unused. Let's see if it works. Haha...

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Feb 05, 2021 02:17 AM
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FelineDisrespectFeb 05, 2021 02:17 AM
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Quote from Matt8493 :
I bought the refurbished version from Acer/ebay last week for $77, but it is currently out of stock (they seem to come and go). It works with both my HP 14-da0011dx Chromebook x360 14" and my Dell Precision 5540. For the price I'm really happy with it. I wish it came with a more substantial case as the cloth/foam cover won't give much protection while traveling.

Most of the bad reviews were related to laptops with USB-C ports, but without dp-alt support. IMO, it is a good value if you can confirm your device's USB-C port supports dp-alt mode.

FYI, here is the listing I bought:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/274139721457

It is listed at $90, but has a 15% off coupon that was automatically applied.
Looks pretty good, but yeah it needs thunderbolt support for it to work, so make sure your laptops have it.

It's very appealing but my laptop doesn't have thunderbolt, so no bueno.

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