Sidetrak Swivel

Does what I wanted I looked around for a setup that I could use on the go. A lot of monitors seemed to need a stand (making using this one on a laptop stand or in my lap impossible), or had a really large mount to the back of the laptop. I chose this unit because it could attach it either side and I could get two without paying extra for some sort of double mount. Works really well - I can pack everything into a backpack for travel and work. A couple of notes - attach the mounting plate with a very small amount of tilt, then the monitor will be level (else the gaps in the hinges can cause it to be a little unlevel). Also, the instructions for attaching aren't quite right (maybe for another unit?) Causing me to attach both brackets to one side. I had to force them off and attach again using down gorilla double sided tape. Works fine now. Also, on the left side (when the monitor is upside down) it has a great feature to auto adjust and display your picture right side up. However, there's a minor bug in that when the computer goes to sleep and comes back on, the monitor has a fault and doesn't display. Just have to unplug and plug back in. Additionally, if you tilt the laptop too far back, the magnet isn't strong enough and the monitor can deattach. A little annoying but just don't tilt back far. All in all though, exactly what I wanted. These are the only issues and they're easily rectified.

I think about how long I have traveled for work and not had a second screen and wonder how did I work off a single screen for so many years. I don’t leave home without this screen. This screen works great on my company issued Lenovo with the USB C cable. However, it does not work on my personal MSI without the power adapter and mini HDMI cable. Not a big deal. I really only need it for work.

This is something I did not know I NEEDED in my life. Honestly, this is not a want it’s a NEED. My productivity has greatly increased with this portable monitor, and portable it is! It’s now a part of my daily setup. Quick run down. Pros: VERY portable Easy to setup Adjustable (can move to left or right side) Efficient Cost effective (if you buy used. I got mine for $240 and it did not have any damage at all, everything included in package except mounting guide. Cons: A bit pricy for a portable monitor but you’re definitely paying for the technology and portability aspect It’s a bit heavy and strains my laptop hinge, not sure of long term repercussions, however I’m sure it’ll be fine If you have to plug in both cables, there’s wires everywhere Display isn’t as crystal clear as the laptops monitor, not horrible quality but definitely noticeably less than my laptops (however it’s a portable monitor so it’s okay) Screen isn’t as bright as I would have hoped for but it’s not bad OVERALL: I love it and I couldn’t imagine NOT having a portable second monitor like this with my laptops now. I honestly wish I would have had this in my life sooner! 5/5. When setting up PLEASE make sure you have it on perfectly, like a prior review says you’ll have to tilt it a little bit to make sure it’s perfectly aligned. If you’re on the fence on the price point like I was, if there are any used ones buy it! Essentially the same as new and almost 30% cheaper or so. I have absolutely no regrets and am a happy customer. I look forward to see if this company will create a newer version in the future, as I am going to get it.

I AM A PHYSICIAN AND HAVE A BUSINESS DEGREE - SO I HOPE YOU LEARN FROM MY MISTAKES. SEE BELOW. DO NOT BUY FROM THIS COMPANY. DO NOT BUY THIS SPECIFIC ITEM. I bought this item twice. The first time the cable stopped working after about a month. I bought my own replacement cable hoping that would solve the issue but it did not. I returned this item and got a replacement one hoping things would be different. Sure enough, after several weeks, the replacement item stopped working as well. I tried to replace the cable again, one that I bought myself and one that was issued to me by the seller, but the item still would not work. I tried to get a replacement from the company directly. They were initially answering my emails when I requested a different cable, but completely ignored me when I tried to get technical help for the item once I realized none of the new cables worked. I talked to a computer engineering buddy of mine who said there is a design flaw in the charging port and that this would keep happening with any device I bought from this company. Of course when you try to return the item through Amazon, the warranty period is expired and they would not refund the price of the original item. Never buying from this company again. Otherwise, when it did work, it worked okay. I would probably price this item at $30-40, not more, for the quality and the perishability.

Just got this today and I immediately tried to check if it is working. Yep, it does work with my Macbook air as per picture. I know it is pricy but I bought this because it says that this can stand on its own and not sticked to the laptop. It also can stand vertically and horizontally either way you preferred. Giving it a 5 star because I’m happy with the product. I will update once it has problems on how long did it take to have one too. But for now, I’m happy with it.

I spent a lot of time in meeting rooms and was finding myself constrained by my MacBook Air M1's screen. I read the reviews and the negative ones worried me because of the price. I hummed and hawed but finally decided to give it a try for myself and I'm glad I did. It attaches securely to the metal plate, and I have no concerns that it will fall off. It also stays in place, and so does the MacBook Air's screen. Note I have some flip-out feet on the bottom of the laptop for a better viewing angle and I think this helps shift the center of gravity forward, helping the SideTrak balance better. The resolution is good, a tiny bit fuzzy but nothing that bothers me. The brightness is fantastic and I actually keep it quite low. The only negative is the cord is a bit unwieldy - to be honest, the whole thing is a bit clumsy to pack up and set up, but I don't think that can really be avoided for an after-market accessory so I didn't take away any stars. I just remove the monitor rather than spin it around and close it up - but I think that's because it is so large/thick relative to the MacBook Air. I expect it will do better on a larger/heavier laptop. All that being said, I think it is a well-thought out and designed product and I hope it will last - I'll update this review if it doesn't!

Works great! Only downside is the resolution isn’t the greatest but that’s not a big deal to me since I just needed a second screen when doing quotes and invoices. I have a MacBook 13inch and it was a plug and play…no setup required. Plugged it in and automatically had usage of the second screen 4 stars because missing a better resolution other than that I would have done 5 star

I bought this product 1 day ago and it is already malfunctioning. The screen glitches and then turns off. Doesn't work, a complete waste of money!!!!!