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Revainrating 5 out of 5

High quality: my rating

I needed a second monitor for my Zoom meetings. It's absolutely perfect. It's large, appears to be very well made, and is very bright and clear. In fact, it's brighter and sharper than the laptop I use it with. I also like smart features. For example, when I open my laptop, the monitor turns on. When I close the laptop, the monitor goes blank. You don't have to turn it on and off yourself (although it would be possible). I had a few questions so I contacted tech support. These guys were…

What are the key selling points of NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • Frameless
What negative qualities does NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz possess?
  • clarity

Revainrating 4 out of 5

The length of the stand and cable leaves a lot to be desired.

The monitor itself is simple and easy to set up. We were pleased with the clarity and size. The [Type-C to Type-C] power cord is too short and we had to buy a longer one, and the stand is unreliable and comes down too easily. I will be buying another stand to place the monitor - but the investment has already grown by almost $40 without a new stand.

What positive qualities does NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz possess?
  • 1920x1080 pixels
What are the cons of NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • Bad connectivity

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great product for remote work and customer service is A+

The monitor arrived in perfect condition. As an accessory, the seller offers 2 USB-C to USB-C cables because the power adapter uses USB-C. The seller is aware of the latest power supply standards. Needed a mini DP connection for my laptop and they kindly provided an adapter for free. Didn't appreciate the "touchscreen" aspect as the model I bought didn't originally have that feature. The product is as described and will buy from this seller again in the future if needed. Overall, Revain has a…

What are the pros of NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • MDS-173A01
What are the drawbacks of NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • Screen burn-in: This occurs when a static image is displayed on the monitor for too long and continually burns into the screen.

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great monitor for remote work

I have a couple of these monitors so I can work remotely with enough screen real estate. The picture is sharp and clear, setup is a breeze. The bag provided with the kit offers convenient protection and transport.

What are the pros of NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • computers and accessories
What are the problems of using NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • Unattractive design

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Easy to use, stylish and durable monitor with protective cover.

I am very happy with this monitor. It was easy to set up. Super slim, fits in my camera/video bag. A big plus is the presence of a protective cover.

What are the key selling points of NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • Wide viewing angles allow you to get an excellent picture from anywhere in the room.
What are the downsides to using NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • I vaguely remember

I travel extensively for work and pleasure, and work from both home and family, so I've always used a variety of travel monitors. Travel monitors have gotten a lot better and cheaper over the years (starting with the Lenovo 720p 14-inch over a decade ago) and I've updated them regularly as they're so handy. My last travel monitor (Asus) broke due to my clumsiness so I went looking for a new one. I was about to buy another Asus when I noticed that they have a 17.3 inch travel monitor. This was…

What positive qualities does NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz possess?
  • Its slim bezel makes it stylish and modern.
What are the trade-offs of NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • Useless functions

Revainrating 3 out of 5

possibly misleading name

Based on my test equipment, the screen is not 100% srgb. It was 96% with HDR and a horrible 26% srgb with HDR disabled. How a function of hdr is debatable. How did I run Battlefield 5 with HDR enabled? For some reason the saturation is turned off. I can't even see my avatar in game

What are the key selling points of NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • blue light filter
What negative features does NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz have?
  • Limited viewing angles

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great screen: my rating

The screen is really good. It's also a bit heavier, but that also means I have a better grip on it. Year-long trial period.

What are the pros of NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • Annual trial period
What negative qualities does NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz possess?
  • Limited energy efficiency

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Broke after a few months

Stopped working after 5 months - says no signal, cuts off, although the cables are good and have been working with the same setting for the last 5 months with no problems.

What are the favorable features of NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • Good looking
What are the cons of NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • expensive insurance

Revainrating 5 out of 5

More than you expected

I originally intended to only use this monitor when traveling in WFH, but it's such a large monitor that I've even used it as one of my main displays at home. It's really clear, smooth and bright. I don't notice any input lag when using it, and it's great that just one USB port can power the display and control the image. It's also nice that it feels solid and looks so sleek, along with a nice case/stand. Definitely recommend if you're looking for a great portable monitor that can also be used…

What are the reasons to consider NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • Ultra wide screen
What are the trade-offs of NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • Hard to say

Revainrating 5 out of 5

It was exactly what I needed.

I needed a decent quality, portable but large monitor so I could turn my Windows tablet into a high-performance portable workstation. Now the tablet screen serves as a video conferencing hub while all other computing work (emails, documents, etc.) is done on this second monitor. Plus, it folds up and can be moved or stowed away as easily as a tablet. This is what I need and it works fine.

What are the favorable features of NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • monitors
What negative qualities does NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz possess?
  • negative is present

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Easy to use, very clear

This portable monitor works great - it's ready to use, no complicated buttons. I like that the size is just right for my purpose. Highly recommended.!

What are the upsides of using NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • A good thing
What are the cons of NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • Limited ergonomic properties

After using this monitor for a week. I noticed a broken pixel right in the middle of the screen. Then there is bleeding from the backlight in the upper right corner of the screen. That means light is leaking out. So if I put a darker background, you'll notice that the light hits the top right corner, almost like there's a light shining there. For a $300 monitor, this shouldn't be a problem. To put it mildly, the quality is below average. I've handled this thing very carefully, trying to keep…

What positive qualities does NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz possess?
  • Just unbelievable!
What are the trade-offs of NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • Not bad but...

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Well suited for laptops with small screens. Easy on your eyes.

gift for my wife. She works remotely and was given a laptop with a very small screen (Dell with a 13-inch screen). Very easy to install. All necessary cables are included in the scope of delivery. HUGE difference.

What are the reasons to consider NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • Stylish and modern design
What are the problems of using NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • Something else

Revainrating 2 out of 5

I use it every day BUT! updated

The only thing that worries me is that the image is off-center vertically and you can't adjust it. You can adjust the brightness, contrast, etc., but not the image in relation to the body. So now I have a white bar at the bottom of the screen with a vertical adjustment of 51%. If I could reduce it by just 1% I would get rid of that white line. But I can't set it up. He gets stuck at 51%. I paid a lot of money and I can't put the damn screen up. How is it! ? I swear everything was fine when I…

What positive qualities does NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz possess?
  • 17.3 inches
What are the cons of NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • some difficulties

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great option for those who travel

I work in an office that requires me to travel occasionally, and I've always had a hard time being productive without my 34-inch ultra-wide home monitor. While it's not that much, it's the best I can ask for when I'm on the go. It's compact, feels great, and is lightweight and invisible in my backpack. Being able to view and power the monitor with a single USB-C cable is great - I bought a mini 3-inch USB-C to USB-C cable which prevents it from splitting the cord tangled in my work area. The…

What are the favorable features of NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • The delivery was very quick
What are the problems of using NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • Almost everything is fine

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Very easy to connect and use

I wasn't sure what to expect from a portable monitor, but this monitor surprised me. It came in a very nice box and included all the necessary cables to connect it to the Mac. It was very easy (no power cord) to connect to my Mac and use the monitor. Looks like a great quality product. I hope this lasts forever

What benefits does NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz offer?
  • no
What are the cons of NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • long time

Revainrating 1 out of 5

Worst monitor I've seen in years

I had pretty high expectations for this monitor and was very disappointed. When I first plugged it in I could barely see what was on the screen because it was so dark. I went into the settings and turned the brightness all the way up and I was able to read the screen but it was too dark. White is dull gray at best. I tried all different modes and settings and nothing could make the monitor bright enough to be usable. A brightness of 300 cd/m² is specified in the description. There is no right…

What are the perks associated with NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • Elegant design
What negative features does NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz have?
  • There are doubts

Revainrating 5 out of 5

High quality portable monitor

I've had the monitor for almost 2 months and haven't had any problems with it. I'm very impressed with the video quality on the monitor, especially as it's portable. For me, the video quality is as good as the monitor that came with my MSI gaming laptop. With a refresh rate of 144Hz, images are crisp and vibrant. The monitor also delivers rich colors and good contrast. I've compared this monitor to my high-end Asus photo desktop monitor and the video is noticeably sharper when playing video…

What are the upsides of using NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • Low blue light mode helps you stay focused
What are the downsides to using NewSoul Portable Monitor MDS-173A01 - Enhanced HD, Flicker-Free, Frameless, Ultrawide Display: 1920X1080, 60Hz?
  • Short lifespan