Three-in-one portable monitor, Aura Triple Aero 15.6 Pro Max, gets assessed: Spans a considerable 43 inches diagonally through three interconnected screens
The Aura Triple Aero 15.6 Pro Max, manufactured by Aura Displays, is a portable monitor that stands out with its unique feature of three 15.6-inch 1080p panels. Priced at $599, this device is designed for productivity-focused users who need extra screen real estate.
Control and Adjustment
The Triple Aero 15.6 Pro Max uses a single set of OSD buttons to control all three panels. Pressing the menu button once presents the OSD to control the left panel, pressing again for the middle panel, and again for the right panel. The central display can be positioned at three different heights using detents, although the first detent is too low and causes the supporting arms to slip out, potentially causing the monitor to collapse.
The OSD offers basic brightness, contrast, sharpness, and colour controls, which can be configured per-monitor. It also allows the user to switch input sources, enable the low blue light filter, and adjust ECO modes. The OSD provides individual control for each display panel, saving on manufacturing costs by not requiring two additional sets of redundant buttons.
Design and Functionality
The Triple Aero 15.6 Pro Max has four physical buttons: power, up, down, and menu/exit. The central display can be tilted forward or back, while the flanking displays can swing inward and outward. The monitor covers 85.4% of the DCI-P3 colour space and 120.6% of the sRGB colour space.
The monitor comes folded up and requires unlocking tabs to unfold. A 65-watt power adapter with two USB-C and one USB-A port is included in the box. The Triple Aero 15.6 Pro Max supports 60-watt power pass-through. The monitor also includes two 2-watt speakers that are adequate for OS sounds or taking occasional calls, but subpar for music and movie playback.
Performance and Pricing
The Triple Aero 15.6 Pro Max's measured maximum brightness is 244 nits, which is 30% short of the claimed 350 nits. The monitor has three mini-HDMI ports, one USB-C port for video, and another USB-C port for power.
At $599, the Aura Triple Aero 15.6 Pro Max is a large and heavy device, similar to a box for a large 17-inch gaming laptop. Despite its size, the monitor's OSD is wholly sufficient for the productivity-focused mission of the monitor. The two 2-watt speakers are adequate for OS sounds or taking occasional calls, but subpar for music and movie playback.
In conclusion, the Aura Triple Aero 15.6 Pro Max offers a unique solution for users seeking extra screen real estate. While it has some design flaws, such as the first detent being too low, the monitor's OSD is user-friendly and suitable for its intended purpose. However, potential buyers should be aware that the claimed maximum brightness of 350 nits is not fully achieved.
