New in store: screens, a power bank and an e-reader

A few new arrivals have landed at Trion, and they suit very different kinds of people. Some are for anyone whose laptop screen feels too small. One is for people who read a lot, and one is for people who are always hunting for a power point. Here's what each one is and who it's likely to suit.

For the multitasker: more screens, one laptop

If you've ever juggled a spreadsheet, a video call and a pile of browser tabs on a single 14-inch display, a portable monitor is one of the most practical upgrades you can make. Two of the new additions go further than a single extra screen.

Trion Quad Monitor 15.6" Portable T Shape Laptop Screen Extender

This one is built around a T-shaped, triple-screen layout with Full HD IPS panels. The listing says it works with USB-C and Thunderbolt, and it's pitched at remote work, trading and general multitasking. It suits people who keep a lot of windows open at once: market charts on one side, communications on another, the main task in the middle. If your work involves watching several things at the same time, this is the one to look at first.

Trion 16-inch Full HD Foldable Dual Portable Monitor

Not everyone wants three extra screens, and this foldable dual-screen option is the simpler step up. It's described as plug and play, which is a good sign if you'd rather not spend an evening fiddling with drivers and settings. It suits someone who wants a second screen for a home desk or a hot-desking day, and who'd like it to fold away when the work is done.

Trion 15.6 Inch FHD IPS Detachable Portable Monitor

The selling point here is flexibility. It's a detachable, plug-and-play screen that works in both horizontal and vertical mode. Vertical orientation is a real help if you spend your day reading long documents, scrolling code or working through email threads, since you see far more of the page without scrolling. Writers, developers and anyone who lives in long documents will probably get the most from it.

Trion 14-inch 360° Trifold Portable Monitor, 1200P IPS

If you carry your setup around in a backpack, the 14-inch size is a sensible one to consider. This trifold model is listed with a 1200P IPS panel and a 360° design, and it's the most compact of the monitors here. It suits students, travelling workers and anyone who splits the week between home, the office and a café. Check the listing for the full details on how it connects before you buy, so you know it'll pair with your particular laptop.

For the road: a big power bank

Trion 100W IS-LP03 30000mAh Power Bank

Anyone who works away from a desk knows the feeling of watching a battery percentage fall while the nearest wall socket is across the room. This power bank has a digital display, dual USB ports and Type C connectivity, and its listing puts it at 30000mAh. That makes it a handy companion for long travel days, camping trips with a phone to keep alive, or a bag that already holds a laptop and a portable monitor. As always with power banks, check that the output suits your device before relying on it for a particular laptop.

For the reader: something that isn't another glowing screen

Trion Nex Ebook-Reader

After all that talk of screens, here's one built for the opposite job. The Nex has a 6-inch E-Ink touchscreen and 32GB of storage, and it runs Android 8.1. E-Ink is easier on the eyes for long reading sessions than a backlit display, and it's a good fit for commuters, holiday readers and anyone who'd rather not read novels on their phone. It's also a nice gift for the bookworm in your life.

Which one is right for you?

• Watching lots of things at once: the T-shaped quad monitor.
• A simple second screen: the 16-inch foldable dual monitor.
• Documents, code and long reads: the detachable 15.6-inch with vertical mode.
• Lightest load for travelling: the 14-inch trifold.
• Long days away from a socket: the 30000mAh power bank.
• Plain old reading: the Nex e-reader.

Before you choose a monitor, check what ports your laptop has and how the listing says the monitor connects. A few minutes spent on compatibility saves a lot of frustration later. Some of our portable monitors are also available as refurbished or open-never-used units, so if you're comparing options, browse the full range and read each listing's condition notes carefully.

Got a question about which setup suits the way you work? Have a look through the product pages, and pick the one that matches your day, not just the longest list of features.