I saw Jsaux is having a sale on their portable monitors, and I was wondering if anyone here has tried using them with the Framework 16. I’m particularly interested in how well the size/rectangular shape lines up, and if the dGPU butt has a negative impact on compatibility.
https://jsaux.com/products/flipgo-horizon-snap-on-tri-screens
I can’t relate to the one you have indicated. I us this one and works flawlessly if you connect it correctly. If you don’t plug it in the USB 4 then you will need to power the external display separately.
Screen#1 → USB-C expansion card slot1 (USB 4)
Screen#2 → USB-C expansion card slot4 (USB 4)
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I know this answer is about a different one but the USB 4 is a consideration that I was not aware of and learned by trial and error so maybe that piece of info helps you.
Thanks for sharing!
The biggest potential issue here is power, data wise the 16 can almost certainly handle them.
My two cents, I’ll delete it if off-topic or unwanted, not trying to be a prick: these monitors are way, way overrated/overpriced.
I’m currently using a 80$ 15.6” FHD monitor from Aliexpress alongside my Framework 16. I paid it 50$ on discount.
Glued two very small smartphone holders on the short side to use it vertically. Single cable connection for power+video data. Not good for gaming, but for browsing/programming is super good enough. The rear dGPU port is perfect to send power&video to it (NB: stickers were added by me).
If I needed a 3rd screen on the move, I’d buy another. No way I’m shelling 400$ on two small monitors. Not when 100$ on Aliexpress would do the trick.
Mobility: it fits in the “tablet” compartment of my Osprey backpack.
I have an external USB-C connected screen that works great with Bluefin … except, when I plug it in, the fans spin up immediately.
Turns out the monitor has two USB-C connectors. As long as I plug the monitor into the wall, and charge+connect the computer through the monitor, everything stays quiet.
I’m now a big fan. Getting tempted to scatter extra screens around the house. Swing it out if I’m sitting at the couch, or the kitchen counter, or in bed … swing it back against the wall when I’m done.
