2 displays for macbook pro 13" ?

Hi,
i'm a German user and i would like to know, wheather the macbook pro 13" is able to handle 2 external monitors. What about the internal display? what kind of displays do i have to use ?
thank you very much for your comments !

I have a 2011 Macbook Pro and I use two external monitors~
You will need:
1. a mini displayport to HDMI adapter
2. USB to HDMI adapter
3. Two HDMI cables
4. Two monitors with HDMI port
Basically I am using the mini displayport output as the first monitor and the USB to HDMI output as the second monitor. Go to the "display"--"Arrangement" to change the settings.
It works great especially when you want the two external monitors to show different things~
BTW, The "USB to HDMI" adapter I used is from Cable Matters.
Here is a link for your reference: http://www.cablematters.com/pc-291-73-usb-20-to-hdmi-audio-video-1080p-adapter-f or-windows-and-macbook.aspx
Hope this helps

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