This portable TV on wheels is the smartest small space solution I've found and it's at an all-time low price for Prime Day
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Like all great things in the modern era, I first saw LG's portable StanbyMe TV on TikTok. As a New York City apartment dweller, I'm always looking for space-saving options. And though I've never liked the idea of a TV in the bedroom, there are evenings when all I want to do is crawl into bed and watch reality TV.
But I do way more than just watch TV in bed with my LG StanbyMe. I bring it into the bathroom to watch movies while I take a bath. I play recipe videos on it while I cook. I even take it on the balcony so I can watch TV while getting sun. This unique 27-inch display is completely portable, with a built-in battery and a rollable stand with five wheels.
It's one of my favorite purchases, and it's on sale right now for a whopping $200 off for Prime Day. This matches the lowest price we've ever seen it at, so it's a fantastic time to buy. Plus, be sure to check out more of our favorite Amazon Prime Day deals on items we love, including tons of additional Prime Day TV deals.
Why I love the LG StanbyMe
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It moves up and down and can be adjusted from counter-height to the perfect viewing angle for lying in the tub and watching a show.
There are wheels on the bottom that are big enough that you can easily roll them over rugs and door sills without issue.
The screen swivels so you can always adjust the angle and the orientation.
It works with both a remote and a touchscreen so you can lie back and control it when you're using it as a television and use the touchscreen when you need to use it as a tablet.
The battery lasts around three hours if you're using it as a television, which is plenty for me. I usually have it plugged in if I'm marathoning movies in bed, but three hours is absolutely enough otherwise.
It uses LG's smart TV interface to access the best streaming services, allowing you to watch your favorite content.
Cons to consider
When I first showed my fiancé (who majored in electrical engineering and now works as a software engineer) the listing for this television, he sputtered at the price for the picture quality and size. He was insistent that it cost too much for what it was and immediately began brainstorming solutions that could execute the same concept for a lower cost.
He researched rolling stands and smart TVs that could fit on them. He looked up large tablets, ways to deal with cords, and floor stands that almost worked but had no wheels and wouldn't fit a screen large enough. And after all his research, he conceded that there really wasn't a better, cheaper option for exactly what I needed.
If I wanted a portable TV with a battery that I could use by the bathtub, in bed, and in the kitchen, then this was my best bet. And after nearly six months of daily use, I can confirm that this is indeed the solution I was looking for. Yes, its 1080p picture quality can't match the best TVs. And yes, it is costly for a 27-inch screen. But it really does fill its niche beautifully.
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