AOC launches the 15.6in portable monitor I1601P
AOC expands its portfolio of portable monitors with the new I1601P. Portable screens are an easy solution for extending a single monitor set-up to a multi-monitor solution, whether on the go, at work or in the small home office.
The 15.6” (39.5 cm) I1601P is compact and similar in size to laptop displays. The I1601P features Full HD resolution and IPS panel technology to produce rich colours and sharpness and wide viewing angles (170/170°). It can be connected via both USB-A and USB-C input, all thanks to the single cable solution (cable included in the box).
AOC AOC I1601P portable monitor:
create a multi-monitor setup using hybrid USB connectivity
Whether working from home or in an office, a second screen boosts productivity by effectively doubling the workable screen real estate. For many it has become obvious that working on a single screen, such as a laptop display impedes workflows by causing a cluttered and overloaded work space.
Of course, this also applies when working on the go. Users accustomed to working with two displays at their office desk will demand the same productivity increase also on the road, on the train or an airplane, or in the field.
AOC’s portable displays are a great lifesaver in these cases. Its portable display portfolio has many options; the I1601FWUX, for example offers a portable 15.6” display with USB-C connectivity, while the I1659FWUX offers a similar panel with USB DisplayLink technology using the USB-A port.
The brand new I1601P combines the best of both worlds, thanks to the hybrid one-cable solution. For USB-C equipped laptops and devices, the 1601P can be easily connected via a single USB-C cable. The connection will power the display and transfer the video signal via the USB DisplayPort Alternate mode.
Beyond flexibility
While the USB-C technology is becoming more common, older laptops and devices might not have this port. In this case, the DisplayLink technology transfers video signal via the regular USB-A port, offering this development in instant productivity to a whole new range of older and newer devices. DisplayLink drivers can be downloaded for a variety of operating systems, including Windows, macOS, Android, ChromeOS and Ubuntu.
The flexible usage for both legacy and modern computers enables several scenarios in which the I1601P can be used. At businesses and homes where some devices might have USB-C and some only USB-A, the I1601P makes sure that the display can be extended. The additional benefit of a secondary screen is enormous; one display can show an email or an IM client while the other shows a Word document or a spreadsheet. Or you can watch a video on one display and take notes on the other. It’s up to your imagination!
Carry it anywhere safely
The design of the I1601P is minimalistic, with a grey aluminium back and thin black bezels on the front. The included SmartCase can protect the display from scratches when carried around, and also doubles as a foldable stand. Weighing only 800 g, it is light enough to be carried along in a bag or backpack on airplanes and trains or on the daily commute.
AOC’s I1601P employs a 15.6” IPS panel with 1920 x 1080 resolution and features a 60 Hz refresh rate and 5 ms GtG response time. With its 220 nits brightness level and an anti-glare coating, it is usable in most common lighting situations. The LowBlue technology can be activated to reduce potentially harmful blue wavelength. The I1601P can be used in landscape and portrait modes. The OSD can be accessed via the physical buttons, and also via the i-Menu software, where the Auto-Pivot function can be enabled.
The AOC I1601P is available from August 2021 at an RRP of £199.
More information and technical specifications:
https://eu.aoc.com/en/monitors/I1601P
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$150 usd doesn't sound to bad for this portable little guy.
I mean there's smaller screens for cheaper, but that's just it smaller.
Maybe ifni still traveled as much as I used to this would be great.
Its not bad honestly. These work great as well for on PC setups that dont have typical monitor/desk setups and not needed space for a larger 23 inch+
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$150 usd doesn't sound to bad for this portable little guy.
I mean there's smaller screens for cheaper, but that's just it smaller.
Maybe ifni still traveled as much as I used to this would be great.
Did i miss something, because the article says its 199 British pounds. That's $274 USD.
About a year ago took the 15.4" display out of my dead Dell XPS laptop and added a controller board made by VSDisplay which is powered via usb c, and built an aluminum frame for it. It came out great. The majority of it is 10mm thick, and the thickest part where the controller board is mounted is an additional 10mm. so 20mm total. Funny thing is, i got done with building it and couldn't really find much use for it. I had initially figured i'd use it for Aquasuite or ADDA but its a bit big for that. I may end up using it for Mainsail or Fluidd on my 3d printer once i get klipper installed
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Did i miss something, because the article says its 199 British pounds. That's $274 USD.
About a year ago took the 15.4" display out of my dead Dell XPS laptop and added a controller board made by VSDisplay which is powered via usb c, and built an aluminum frame for it. It came out great. The majority of it is 10mm thick, and the thickest part where the controller board is mounted is an additional 10mm. so 20mm total. Funny thing is, i got done with building it and couldn't really find much use for it. I had initially figured i'd use it for Aquasuite or ADDA but its a bit big for that. I may end up using it for Mainsail or Fluidd on my 3d printer once i get klipper installed
When i was traveling more often i would have killed for a tiny thin screen like this to have dual monitor set up on my craptop ! 1 screen only feels so restrictive !
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$150 usd doesn't sound to bad for this portable little guy.
I mean there's smaller screens for cheaper, but that's just it smaller.
Maybe ifni still traveled as much as I used to this would be great.