Is A Second Mac Display Worth It? Australian Brand Espresso Thinks So

InnovationConsumer TechIs A Second Mac Display Worth It? Australian Brand Espresso Thinks SoByMark Sparrow,Senior Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Technology journalist specializing in audio, computing and Apple Macs.Follow AuthorMay 18, 2026, 06:00am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.The Australian company espresso makes a range of portable displays designed for digital nomads and workers on the move.ESPRESSOA month ago, I bought my first laptop in years. I know it may sound shocking, but I’ve always used desktop Macs and never needed a laptop since I don’t travel much. However, when Apple launched the MacBook Neo, it was too tempting and offered such compelling value that I had to buy one. So far, so good, but I am finding the Neo’s 13-inch display a little cramped and limiting. The problem with a 13-inch display is that while it’s just about large enough to run Word and check emails, it can feel cramped when working on anything else. I decided to research the market to see what kind of portable or secondary laptop displays might be available for MacBooks to give users a bit more room to breathe and = extra screen real estate. The market for portable second displays for laptops appears to be booming right now as more of us choose to use multiple displays instead of a single large screen. Many of the 15-inch color portable displays on the market are made by China-based OEMs, but the only recognisable brands I’ve come across are Innocn, ASUS, Viewsonic and an Australian company called espresso.The espresso displays are supplied with a folding magnetic stand that offers a variety of viewing angles and heights.Lorenz YatcoFounded In SydneyFounded in Sydney, espresso has established itself as a leader in the portable display market. For some reason, many of the big names in computer displays have shied away from making small secondary...