DoubleSight Goes Small for a Change with USB Monitor

Bigger isn't always better. Sometimes a little extra desktop space is all you need. DoubleSight has been a trendsetter in the area of "more is better" for monitors. Now they are trying something new, "Small". They've launched a trio of USB powered monitors to add to their line of multiple monitor setups. The smallest is a 7" 800 x 480 all USB monitor, the DS-70U. Very similar to the Mimo line that came out a while back, this one is perfect as an attached photo frame, IM client or media player. They also ratchet it up a bit further with their DS-90U, a 9" version, which is basically the same as the 7" with a higher resolution. The DS-90U supports up to 1024 x 600, which puts it above many others. It's evidently one of the highest resolution all USB powered monitors we've seen. The 3rd DS-90UC is 9" as well, and handles 1024 x 600 but it adds a small webcam to make it a great video conferencing solution as well.

All three of these USB monitors are compact, and can be folded flat for easy transport. They have a built in easel-type stand which makes it a really convenient traveling companion. None of them need any sort of external power and all of them make use of DisplayLink's popular USB video chipset. Windows 7 beta drivers have been available for a few months now as well as Mac and XP. Even though a little late to the game, they are priced competitively at $129, $149 and $179 for the 7", 9" and 9" + camera versions respectively now at their e-Store.