Samsung Movingstyle: The Portable TV You Didn’t Know You Needed

Samsung Movingstyle 27" portable TV: QHD 120Hz, HDR10+, Tizen OS —versatile carryable TV for streaming, gaming and home multitasking.

Ever tried cooking dinner while catching up on The White Lotus on your iPad, only to realize you’re basically watching ants argue from across the kitchen? Yeah. We’ve all been there. Tablets are brilliant until you’re squinting at subtitles from six feet away, desperately wishing your 65-inch living room TV could just... follow you around.

Samsung Movingstyle: The Portable TV You Didn’t Know You Needed

Well, Samsung finally went, “Fine, we’ll make that happen.” Enter the Samsung Movingstyle. This is the company’s not-so-subtle answer to LG’s StanbyME portable TV that’s been turning heads for the past couple years.

So What Exactly Is This Thing?

Picture a 27-inch tablet. No, seriously. That’s essentially what we’re dealing with here. The Movingstyle is Samsung’s crack at a roving entertainment screen that splits the difference between your phone and your full-sized television. It’s designed for folks who want bigger screen real estate without being chained to the living room wall.

And before you ask... yes, it looks a lot like what LG has conjured! Samsung isn’t exactly reinventing the wheel; they’re just giving it their signature spin (a good way to put it, of course 😅)

The Nuts and Bolts of Portability

Here’s where it gets interesting. The Movingstyle comes with a built-in handle up top (because obviously, you’d need one), and an integrated kickstand that props it up on any flat surface. Kitchen counter? Check. Desk while you’re “working from home”? Absolutely. Coffee table for late-night YouTube rabbit holes? Lay it flat like the world’s most expensive serving tray.

You can even mount the whole thing on a wheeled floor stand... think hospital TV, but way sleeker and way less depressing. Landscape for Stranger Things, portrait for TikTok doomscrolling. Samsung thought of everything.

The Tech Specs That Actually Matter

Let’s talk numbers, because I know you’re curious (if you are a geek like 😁)

• 27-inch QHD touchscreen (that’s 2560 x 1440, so sharper than 1080p but not quite 4K territory)
• 120Hz refresh rate: smooth enough for casual gaming, so your Fortnite sessions won’t look like a flipbook
• HDR10+ support (but no Dolby Vision, which is a bit of a bummer if you’re a purist! What? 😱)
• HDMI and USB-C inputs, plus built-in Wi-Fi
• Runs Tizen OS, which is the same smart TV software you’ll find in Samsung’s regular lineup

Translation? It’s a legit display, not some gimmicky toy. You could genuinely use this as a secondary monitor or a gaming screen in a pinch.

Wait, There’s No Remote?

Nope. And honestly? That’s kind of the point. Samsung wants you to treat this like the giant tablet it is. Tap, swipe, pinch... whatever you’d do on your phone, just... bigger. Feels weird at first, but you get used to it surprisingly fast.

If touching a 27-inch screen feels too Black Mirror for you, there are alternatives. Voice commands work through Bixby or Alexa, and if you’re already in Samsung’s ecosystem, you can use gesture controls via a Galaxy Watch. Just... maybe don’t try to scroll with your nose. I’ve heard stories.

Sound That Doesn’t Suck

For a portable screen, the audio isn’t half bad. Samsung packed in a two-channel 10W speaker system which will definitely be loud enough for a bedroom or kitchen, though maybe not a raucous house party. It supports Bluetooth headphones (essential for not annoying your partner at 2 AM), plus Dolby Atmos and Samsung’s Adaptive Sound tech. Their Active Voice Amplifier is actually pretty clever; it boosts dialogue so you’re not constantly rewinding to catch what someone mumbled.

Battery Life: The Reality Check

Okay, here’s the rub. That onboard battery? You’re looking at roughly three hours of unplugged viewing. That’s... fine (maybe). Not great, not terrible. Enough for a movie, maybe two episodes of something binge-worthy. You’ll definitely want to park near an outlet for longer sessions. I guess Samsung figured most people would keep it docked anyway, but still... would’ve been nice to see five or six hours.

The “Wait, It Does What?” Features

Samsung loaded this thing up with extras that make you go, “Huh, neat.”

• Sketch Now app: Because apparently we all secretly want to draw on our TVs
• Samsung TV Plus: Free channels, no subscription needed
• Samsung Digital Art Store: Turn it into a $1,200 digital picture frame when you’re not watching
• Google Cast and Apple AirPlay: For when you want to fling content from your phone like a digital frisbee

Show Me the Money

The Samsung Movingstyle is available now for US$1,199.99 (RM4,999). That’s not pocket change, but it’s squarely in the “premium gadget” territory. For context, LG’s StanbyME runs about a grand, so Samsung’s pricing is competitive... if a touch ambitious.

Who Is This Even For?

Let’s be real. This isn’t for everyone. If you’re happy with your iPad or your phone, you’ll probably roll your eyes at this. But if you’re the type who:

• Moves around the house constantly while watching shows
• Wants a dedicated kitchen screen for recipes and Netflix
• Needs a versatile second monitor that can moonlight as a TV
• Just really, really likes new tech

...then the Movingstyle might be your new best friend.

The Bottom Line

Is it a bit extra? Absolutely. Is it also kind of brilliant? Yeah, I think so. Samsung’s basically taken everything we love about tablets and TVs, smashed them together, and put a handle on top. The battery could be better, and the lack of Dolby Vision stings a little at this price, but the overall package feels surprisingly thoughtful.

Will it replace your main TV? No. Will it make you feel like you’re living in the future while you’re doing dishes? Probably. For more information, head over to Samsung's official website.

What do you think? Would you drop US$1,200 on a TV you can carry around, or is this just another gadget looking for a problem to solve? Drop a comment below and let’s argue about it.