The NotePal Ergostand from Cooler Master is a stand that can be used with everything from netbooks to full-grown 17-inch desktop replacements. At first glance it looks very simple, but in fact this is more than a tray that only keeps your laptop in place. It has a large fan that effectively transfers heat away from your lap while staying reasonably quiet in operation. Continue reading
Category Archives: Stands
Belkin Cooling Stand F5L001
Belkin’s cooling stand is very similar to Microsoft’s version, although the design is somewhat more rounded and arguably a little more eye-pleasing. There is no fold-out support on this one, but instead it uses a plastic frame in the rear end which makes it easier to place comfortably in your lap. Continue reading
Microsoft Cooling Base
Because of the bowl format it is a bit difficult to know exactly how to place Microsoft’s Cooling Base in your lap. The lone fan in the middle of the stand provides adequate cooling, but is also relatively loud. To make matters worse, Microsoft forgot to include a compartment where you can stow away the USB cord when it’s not in use. Continue reading
Targus Lap Chill Mat Review
Targus’ Lap Chill Mat is a pleasant experience. It is one of few fan-based laptop coolers that do not have fans in the base of the stand, but relies on air intake from the sides. This is great since you will not get needlessly cold when operating it on your lap. Continue reading
Zalman ZM-NC2000
Zalman is a well-known name among PC builders as a producer of all kinds of computer cooling products. The link to other PC products from Zalman is clearly visible in the ZM-NC-200 laptop cooler, both in its design and range of features. One great feature, for example, are the extra USB ports on both sites so you do not have to sacrifice one for powering the built-in fan but get one to spare instead. Furthermore it has an on/off switch and the fan can be regulated to any speed you presently need. Continue reading
Macally Ecofan Pro
The Ecofan Pro is something as unusual as a laptop stand made of wood – Bamboo, to be precise. This is probably the main reason why it has been honored with the word ‘eco’ in the name. Continue reading
Rain Design iLap
Judging from the name and design, the iLap is clearly intended for MacBooks. The iLap is a really handsome piece. It is made of aluminum in a very simple yet elegant design and comes with an integrated wrist rest – a comfortable and great-looking detail that offers excellent wrist support. In addition, there’s a corresponding pillow in a smaller variant on the back of the stand that makes it sit firmly and comfortably in your lap. Continue reading