LG Electronics is launching its portable screen, the LG StanbyME 2 Max, in the global market. The company aims to leverage its domestic success to strengthen its leadership in the portable screen market across North America, Europe, and Asia.
According to industry sources, LG Electronics will begin releasing the StanbyME 2 Max in the United States and Canada this month, followed by launches in France, Italy, Taiwan, and other key countries in August. The new product features a larger screen and 4K resolution, building on the success of last year's LG StanbyME 2.
The StanbyME 2 Max was first launched in South Korea in April and has continued to gain popularity. During a live broadcast celebrating its release on LG Electronics' online brand shop, an initial batch of 200 units sold out in just 45 minutes, with over 570,000 concurrent viewers.
The new model boasts a 32-inch touch display, approximately 40% larger than the previous 27-inch version. It supports 4K UHD resolution, providing a clear viewing experience for a portable screen. The third-generation Alpha 8 processor analyzes video and sound to optimize quality according to the content, and it upscales lower-resolution content to 4K.
Mobility and user convenience have also been enhanced. The built-in battery capacity has increased to 144Wh, allowing for up to 4.5 hours of use without a power connection. The screen can be detached from the stand with the push of a button, enabling it to be used like a tablet, and it supports both landscape and portrait orientations.
The content experience has been broadened as well. The StanbyME 2 Max supports LG's global FAST service, LG Channel, and for the first time in the StanbyME series, it includes the art content service LG Gallery Plus. Users can enjoy over 5,000 pieces of artwork, transforming their living spaces into a gallery-like environment.
Since launching the first StanbyME in 2021, LG Electronics has expanded its portable screen lineup with the introduction of StanbyME GO in 2023 and StanbyME 2 last year. The StanbyME 2 Max received an innovation award in the content and entertainment category at CES 2026 in January.
Industry experts view the StanbyME series as a product line that caters to the demand for secondary screens in bedrooms, kitchens, and personal spaces, rather than merely replacing traditional TVs.
Lee Chung-hwan, Vice President of LG Electronics' Display Business Division, stated, "We will solidify our leadership in the global portable screen market with the LG StanbyME 2 Max, which incorporates customer feedback for a larger screen, improved quality, and enhanced mobility."
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