I feel like that would break DRM if watching streaming services, either causing it not to work or reverting to a shitty quality
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cabbage@piefed.social 2 months ago
How about getting a portable monitor?
Pros:
- Cheaper
- Less e-waste, doesn't require a whole new computer
- Fewer components that can break
- Stays up to date along with your phone - won't be unable to update netflix in five years because of lacking software updates
- Probably a better screen than what you'd get from a cheap tablet
Cons:
- Your phone would need to support an external monitor
- Not a separate device; good for watching videos, less good for sofa surfing
- You'd need to connect your phone somehow while consuming content. I think there are some wireless options, but personally I'd probably just use a cable.
Electricd@lemmybefree.net 2 months ago
Pencilnoob@lemmy.world 2 months ago
I second this, a monitor is useful in so many more ways! It turns your phone into a whole computer. If you use Android, you can install a terminal and be able to do all kinds of cool stuff on it.
I put a computer monitor with an HDMI to usb C adapter in my kitchen so I can plug in my phone and put on MST3K while cooking.
It’s also useful because you can use it as an external monitor for another computer.