# Portable Clip-On Monitors The 'CrowView' Monitor Attaches to the Side of a Laptop for Productivity By Colin Smith | Published 2023-08-04 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crowview References: [youtube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sqFqMSE2LC8) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/elecrow/crowview-the-ultimate-14-portable-ultralight-dual-monitor)  CrowView is a 14-inch portable mechanical clamping display that is designed to attach to laptops and expand the workspace. It has a full HD resolution, a high brightness level, and a wide viewing angle. It also features a metal rotating shaft that allows it to adjust to different shapes and orientations. The CrowView can connect to laptops via a single USB-C cable or an HDMI cable, and it has a low power consumption. It also has a 3.5mm headphone jack and buttons for display settings. CrowView is compatible with various devices, such as game consoles, smartphones, and [Raspberry Pi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nexdock-xl). CrowView is currently available for pre-order on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scope-pro), where it has already surpassed its funding goal. The retail price of CrowView is $179, but early backers can get it for as low as $115. The estimated delivery date is November 2023. CrowView is backed by [Elecrow](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elecrow-crowpi-3), a company that specializes in PCB customization, laser cutting, 3D printing, and open-source hardware products. Elecrow also offers other products related to Raspberry Pi, ESP32, STEM kits, and smart home devices. Image Credit: Elecrow ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 17% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Portable Mechanical Clamping Displays:** The 'CrowView' monitor attaches to laptops and expands the workspace, offering a full HD resolution and a wide viewing angle. - **Versatile Connectivity Solutions:** CrowView can connect to laptops via USB-C or HDMI cables, providing flexibility and convenience. - **Multi-device Compatibility:** CrowView is compatible with various devices like game consoles, smartphones, and Raspberry Pi, allowing for seamless integration. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **PCB Customization:** The 'CrowView' monitor presents an opportunity for PCB customization companies to expand their product offerings and cater to the growing demand for portable displays. - **Laser Cutting:** The 'CrowView' monitor opens up possibilities for laser cutting businesses to create customized clamping mechanisms for attaching displays to laptops. - **Smart Home Devices:** The 'CrowView' monitor can be integrated with smart home devices, presenting an opportunity for smart home companies to enhance user experience with an expanded workspace. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Convenience-Focused Attachable Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/attachable-monitor.md) - [Side-Mounted Laptop Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-pixels-trio-and-trio-max.md) - [Lightweight Multi-Monitor Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scope-pro.md) - [Smart Portable Quad Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-quad-monitor.md) - [Mobile Office Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viewsonic-vx1755-portable-monitor.md) - [Ultra-Light Portable Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-monitors.md) - [Portable Multi-Monitor Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-multimonitor-solution.md) - [Creator-Centric Portable Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creator-portable-monitor.md) - [Workflow-Enhancing Portable Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/espresso-pro-monitor.md)