<!-- canonical: https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luna-display -->
<!-- robots: noindex -->

# Screen-Expanding Tablet Devices
The Astro 'Luna Display' Turns the iPad into a Second Display

By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-08-25 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luna-display
References: [blessthisstuff](http://www.blessthisstuff.com/stuff/technology/computers/luna-display/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/767721702/luna-display)

The [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astropad-slate) can now be used as a true second display for your [MacBook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macbook-folio) thanks to the Astro 'Luna Display' that will work to enhance your computing experience. The unit works by being plugged into your laptop and connecting to your accompanying iPad tablet to instantly turn it into a second screen that you can use to increase productivity, expand your desktop and much more.

The Astro 'Luna Display' utilizes LIQUID technology that is reported to deliver exceptional functionalities with a virtually lag-free experience. This means you won't experience stuttering or delays when using your iPad as a second screen with your MacBook. The device can be purchased in either Mini DisplayPort or USB-C models to suit different MacBook Models.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.2/10
- Popularity: 49% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

[Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile)

## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Screen-expanding Tablet Devices:** Utilizing tablets as second screens for enhanced productivity and expanded desktops.
- **LIQUID Technology:** Using LIQUID technology for a lag-free and seamless experience when connecting tablets as second screens.
- **Different Models for Compatibility:** Offering Mini DisplayPort or USB-C models to suit different MacBook models and increase accessibility.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Consumer Electronics:** Creating screen-expanding tablet devices to meet the growing demand for enhanced productivity tools in the consumer electronics industry.
- **Software Development:** Developing LIQUID technology to provide a smooth and seamless experience when utilizing tablets as second screens, opening up opportunities for software developers to innovate in this space.
- **Computer Hardware:** Manufacturing different models of the Astro 'Luna Display' to ensure compatibility with various MacBook models, offering new possibilities for computer hardware companies to cater to a wider consumer base.

## Related on Trend Hunter

- [Magnetic Mobile Laptop Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dualscreen-laptop-accessory.md)
- [Professional Drawing Tablet Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astropad-slate.md)
- [Sliding Laptop Display Extenders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/display-extender.md)
- [Triple-Display Laptop Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monduo-16-pro-duo.md)
- [Side-Mounted Laptop Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-pixels-trio-and-trio-max.md)
- [Secondary Tablet HDMI Dongles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aurga-viewer.md)
- [Modular Quad-Display Laptop Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quanvizo-extendpro.md)
- [Stacked External Laptop Screens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duex-float.md)
- [Portable Phone Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onze.md)