LG StanbyME 2: Your Go-Anywhere 27-inch Smart TV Has Arrived!

Take LG StanbyME 2 portable TV anywhere: 27-inch QHD display, Dolby Vision, touchscreen, and 4-hour battery life for ultimate entertainment freedom.

Let’s be honest. We’ve all been there: huddled around a tiny phone screen to watch a movie on a camping trip, trying to balance a laptop precariously on a kitchen counter to follow a recipe, or wishing you could just pick up your living room TV and take it to the patio. The dream of a truly portable, big-screen experience has always felt just out of reach, tethered by power cords and clunky hardware until now with LG StanbyME 2!

LG StanbyME 2: The Future of Entertainment is... in Your Hands?

Well, get ready to cut the cord for good! LG, the mad geniuses behind some of the most innovative displays, heard our collective sighs. A couple of years back, they dropped the delightfully absurd LG StanbyME Go, a TV packed into a briefcase. It was wild, it was wacky, and it proved one thing: the world is ready for a TV that moves with us.

Now, fresh off its debut at CES 2025, LG is taking that concept to the next level. They’ve ditched the briefcase, sharpened the design, and unleashed the true successor to their portable TV vision: the all-new LG StanbyME 2. This isn't just a screen; it's a versatile, untethered entertainment chameleon, and it’s about to change how and where you watch everything.

Meet the LG StanbyME 2: The TV That Broke Free

Forget what you think you know about portable displays. This is not some underpowered portable monitor that needs to be plugged into a laptop. The new LG StanbyME 2 is a full-fledged, 27-inch smart TV that has been liberated from its traditional constraints.

Beyond the Briefcase and Off the Leash

While the briefcase-bound StanbyME Go was a fantastic proof-of-concept for rugged, on-the-go viewing, this new model is designed for seamless integration into your daily life. It sheds the heavy-duty case in favor of a sleek design featuring its own integrated kickstand and a clever carrying strap. The core idea is simple but revolutionary: deliver a premium, large-screen experience anywhere you can imagine, without the fuss.

Pixel Perfect Portability with LG StanbyME 2

A portable TV is only as good as its screen and sound. Fortunately, LG didn't skimp on the good stuff. This device is packed with technology that makes it a joy to use, whether you're catching up on a series in bed or setting it up for a backyard movie night.

A Display That Dazzles

At the heart of the StanbyME is a gorgeous 27-inch QHD (2560 x 1440 pixels) touchscreen display. This is a significant step up from the standard Full HD you find on many screens this size, resulting in crisper text, more detailed images, and a more immersive picture.

Powering the visuals is LG's impressive Alpha 8 AI processor. This is the brain behind the beauty, intelligently analyzing what you're watching and the ambient light in your room to optimize the picture in real-time. Plus, with support for Dolby Vision, you get the kind of dynamic, cinematic color and contrast you'd expect from a high-end living room television. According to Dolby's own research, Dolby Vision can deliver colors and highlights that are up to 40 times brighter and blacks that are 10 times darker, transforming your viewing experience.

Sound That Surrounds (and Adapts!)

A great picture needs great sound. The StanbyME features a built-in 10W speaker system (5W on each side) that delivers clear and surprisingly robust audio. But here’s the clever part: an algorithm automatically optimizes the audio equalization (EQ) based on the screen's orientation. So whether you're watching a movie in landscape or scrolling through TikTok in portrait mode, the sound is always perfectly tuned for the content.

Touch, Tap, and Go

Adding to its versatility, the StanbyME boasts a full touchscreen interface. This turns the entire device into a giant, interactive tablet. You can navigate menus, launch apps, and scrub through videos with a simple touch, making the experience incredibly intuitive. Don’t worry, traditionalists—it still comes with a remote for those lean-back-on-the-couch moments.

A Screen for Every Scene: Ultimate Versatility in Action

This is where the LG StanbyME 2 truly shines. It’s a master of transformation, adapting to any environment with ease.

• Tabletop Mode: Using its built-in kickstand, you can prop it up on any flat surface—a desk, a coffee table, a park bench—for instant viewing.
• Wall-Hanging Mode: Included straps allow you to hang the TV on a wall hook, turning it into a dynamic piece of art, a digital message board, or a kitchen TV without drilling a single hole.
• Table Mode: Here’s where it gets really fun. You can lay the StanbyME completely flat on a table. LG has been showcasing this mode for playing digital board games, creating a modern, interactive game night centerpiece.
• Portrait & Landscape: In any of these modes, the screen can be effortlessly rotated between landscape for movies and portrait for social media, web browsing, or video calls.

Untethered and Uncomplicated: Power and Connectivity

A portable device is useless if it's a hassle to power and connect. LG has clearly thought this through, making the StanbyME as user-friendly as possible.

Cutting the Cord: Battery Life and Charging

The StanbyME is fitted with a built-in rechargeable battery that provides up to four hours of viewing time on a single charge. That’s enough for a double feature or a long gaming session.

Even better? It charges via USB-C. This is a game-changer. It means you can top it off with the same power bank you use for your phone or laptop, giving you virtually unlimited portability.

All the Right Connections

Running on LG’s acclaimed WebOS smart platform, the StanbyME gives you instant access to all your favorite streaming apps like Netflix, Disney+, and YouTube right out of the box.

For everything else, you're covered:

• HDMI with eARC: Connect your PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch for a big-screen gaming session anywhere.
• AirPlay 2 & Google Cast: Effortlessly stream content directly from your Apple or Android devices.
• USB Ports: Connect a webcam for video chats or play media from a flash drive.

Is the LG StanbyME 2 Your Next Must-Have Gadget?

The LG StanbyME 2 represents a bold and exciting step forward for home (and out-of-home) entertainment. It effortlessly blends the quality of a premium TV with the portability of a tablet and the versatility of a multi-mode display. It’s for the apartment dweller who wants one screen for work, movies, and gaming. It’s for the family that wants to bring movie night to the backyard. It’s for the creator who needs a flexible, high-quality monitor that can keep up with their imagination.

While pricing is still under wraps, the LG StanbyME 2 is slated for a global rollout soon. It’s more than just a portable TV; it’s a statement that our entertainment should no longer be confined to a single room. For more information, head over to LG's official website.

So, the only question left is: where will you take your StanbyME first? Let us know in the comments below. Perhaps, this will go well with Razer Core X V2 eGPU?