{
  "id": 16137503,
  "title": "Save $50 Off the Endlessly Useful ASUS ZenScreen 16\" 1080p Portable USB Monitor Ahead of Black Friday",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/23/save-50-off-the-endlessly-useful-asus-zenscreen-16-1080p-portable-usb",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-23T00:05:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "IGN",
    "slug": "ign",
    "url": "https://www.ign.com/articles/asus-zenscreen-usb-portable-monitor-deal-october-2026"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Portable USB monitors have gained popularity due to their convenient additional screen real estate for laptop users, as well as their lightweight and slim design. Many newer laptops now feature USB ports capable of powering these monitors, eliminating the need for an outlet. Additionally, these monitors can function as portable displays for gaming consoles like the Nintendo Switch.\n\nAhead of Black Friday, Amazon is offering the ASUS ZenScreen 15.6\" USB Portable Monitor (MB16AHV) at a discounted price of $99, including free shipping. This monitor is recognized as one of the highest quality options available, backed by a robust 3-year warranty.\n\nThe ASUS ZenScreen (MB16AHV) is a 15.6\" monitor weighing just 2 pounds and measuring less than 0.5 inches thin. Its plastic housing has been treated with an ionic silver coating to inhibit 99.9% of bacteria. The monitor boasts a built-in kickstand and a 1/4 threaded hole for attaching it to a tripod or table mount. It features a 1080p (141ppi) IPS display with a 60Hz refresh rate, a wide 178-degree viewing angle, and an anti-glare matte surface.\n\nThe ASUS ZenScreen offers various connectivity options, including two USB Type-C ports and one mini HDMI port, allowing it to connect to a laptop, tablet, or handheld gaming PC as a main or secondary display. If your device supports USB Type-C with Power Delivery, a single cable can handle both video and power transmission. Otherwise, two cables are required: one for video and another for power.\n\nThis monitor is compatible with gaming handhelds such as the Nintendo Switch or Steam Deck. When using it with these devices, a two-cable setup is required: one USB cable for the handheld and another for a wall charger. The 1080p 60Hz panel complements the Nintendo Switch, as it only supports a maximum resolution of 720p @ 60Hz. While the Steam Deck and Switch 2 can handle higher resolutions and refresh rates, using 1080p/60Hz on a smaller display strikes an ideal balance between visual fidelity and playable framerates.",
  "summary": "Doubles as a secondary monitor for your laptop or a portable display for your Nintendo Switch or Steam Deck.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/22/the-roborock-qrevo-2-pro-robot-vacuum-hits-best-ever-price-at-amazon",
        "published": "2026-10-22T12:03:09.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Android Police",
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/22/garmins-14-day-smartwatch-hits-a-rare-151-discount-on-amazon",
        "published": "2026-10-22T15:45:33.000Z"
      }
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}