$2 WeAct Display FS: A 0.96-inch USB Information Display for Computers The WeAct Display FS is a compact, affordable USB display dongle designed to function as a tiny secondary or information screen attached to your computer or single-board computer (SBC). --- Overview Display: 0.96-inch RGB565 color display with a resolution of 160×80 pixels. Interface: USB 2.0 Type-A Full Speed (FS), reversible USB port. Size: Compact dimensions of 43 x 14.5 mm. Price: Available on AliExpress for about $2 plus shipping. Also available is a larger 3.5-inch variant (480×320 resolution) for about $11. --- Features and Design The device provides a tiny fully color display to supplement various computing setups with secondary information displays. The USB Type-A port is reversible, allowing the screen to be connected facing the user rather than the desk or wall. To prevent short circuits, the user can install one of two provided insulating pads on the unused side of the USB port. --- Software and Compatibility WeAct Studio System Monitor: Open-source software based on a fork of Matthieu Houdebine’s Turing Smart Screen Python project. Allows users to create customized UIs/themes with text, images, weather info, and more. Officially supports Windows only but the open-source project should also work on macOS, Linux (including Raspberry Pi OS), and any OS with Python 3.9+. GitHub: WeAct Studio System Monitor WeAct Studio Screen Projection: Proprietary Windows-only software that emulates the display as an actual secondary monitor. Users can move any window or program to this USB display. Usage scenarios could include displaying fullscreen video, photos, or other content. No source code available. --- Use Cases and Similar Products The WeAct Display FS is similar in concept to other USB information displays, such as: Turing Smart Screen: a larger 3.5-inch USB Type-C color display. OLED displays integrated into SBC enclosures like the Pironman 5 Max. --- Summary The WeAct Display FS V1 is an ultra-affordable, tiny color USB display that can be used as an information screen or secondary display. Its reversible USB port, small form factor, and software support for multiple platforms make it a versatile gadget for embedded systems enthusiasts, computer users, or those interested in DIY display setups. --- Purchase Links 0.96-inch WeAct Display FS: AliExpress for ~$2 3.5-inch color variant: AliExpress for ~$11 --- Author: Jean-Luc Aufranc (CNXSoft) Date: September 18, 2025 --- For more reviews, tutorials, and news about embedded systems and SBCs, visit CNX Software.