The resolution is too high for the size, and the power draw on the connected laptop is significant.
It is terrific but not practical for most users.
Therefore, an external power source isnt a nice to have but more of a necessity.
But in this case, the espresso 17 is effectively the reverse logic.
Magnets are suitable because its relatively easy to switch from landscape to portrait and back.
Though, if you dont get the placement right, the panel will slide down somewhat.
But the biggest chin-scratching moment for new espresso 17 customers is that no power supply is provided.
The screen has a second USB-C port, which could be used to connect an external PSU.
There are some accessories that well talk about later, but a power supply isnt one of them.
But, straight out of the box, without USB-C or Thunderbolt, it isnt possible to use it.
Thats a poor effort and makes setting precise values impossible.
The power demands of the espresso 17 are within the capabilities of most (but not all ports).
That said, where it wont work is on the other side of a docking station.
That item is another $199/150/159 and adds another 1kg to the weight of the overall package.
Each pack costs $59/60/69, but you do get two sheets in each.
In addition to these, we also received an espressoCase 17 with our review hardware.
This provides a soft cover for the display that doubles as a simple support for $69/59/69.
The final accessory, of sorts, is free.
With limited OSD controls, espresso provided much functionality typically included on screens with espressoFlow, a software tool.
This software enables additional features, including automatic screen rotation, workspace management, and easier app snapping.
Thats because without installing it, touch wont work on Apple machines at all.
And, those using the screen with an iPad or iPhone dont get touch at all.
But before we get into what is good, there are a few aspects that might have been better.
Thats not a huge variance, but it makes for a minor lack of uniformity in brightness.
This is the peak brightness, only possible when an additional power source is plugged in.
We can easily deduce why it is not brighter, but wishing it was brighter doesnt make it so.
Those points aside, the colour representation is wonderful for the most part.
Thats a serious investment.
A portable projector might achieve better results for those wanting to present a second display to customers.
espresso 17 Pro: Report card
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