Posted: August 17th, 2009 | Author: Steve | Filed under: Gadgets | Tags: laptops | View Comments
After purchasing my Apple MacBook Pro 15″ over 2 years ago, it quickly became apparent that I was going to need some sort of device to keep my lap from frying, because MacBook Pros get really, really hot. It didn’t take me to long to land on the LaptopDesk from LapWorks as a possible solution which could also double as a laptop stand when I was sitting at a desk or table. While the low-priced LaptopDesk has ultimately proven itself very useful, my experience with the product and the company that makes it has been a very bumpy road.
LapWorks, located at LaptopDesk.net, is a small company that makes a variety of low-cost laptop lap desks and desktop stands. The laptop desks are designed to span the width of your lap when seated in a comfortable position, and are approximately 21 inches wide. They are lightweight, made of ABS plastic which is slotted along the length to reduce weight and provide ventilation. All of the models fold in half and have a small, hinged tab which allows them to both fold flat, for portability, or to open up into a V-shape, to act as a stand. There are rubber pads placed at strategic intervals along the surface, which are supposed to keep your laptop from slipping.
Please read on for my complete review of the LaptopDesk.
Posted: August 11th, 2009 | Author: Steve | Filed under: Gadgets | Tags: Apple, Bluetooth, Keyboards, Mac, wireless | View Comments
Over the past 2 years or so, I have spent an inordinate amount of time in coffee shops and cafés, either studying for one of my MBA classes or looking for work. While these places are great for getting out of the house and being around other people, they are an ergonomic nightmare for laptop users. The keyboard/mouse/trackpad is always too high, as when placed on a table, or the screen is too low, like when sitting in a big leather chair or couch. Either way, I was always in for a world of hurt. That is, until I discovered the Logitech DiNovo Wireless Keyboard, Mac Edition.
The DiNovo Edge is a Bluetooth wireless keyboard with a built-in trackpad. It’s combination of sleek looks, performance and features made it the perfect solution. After almost a year of constant use, I can honestly say that it is one of my favorite technology purchases, ever! Read on for my complete review.
Posted: June 1st, 2008 | Author: Steve | Filed under: Gadgets | Tags: airship, Biomimicry, video | View Comments
Just beautiful…no further comment is necessary!
Posted: December 29th, 2007 | Author: Steve | Filed under: Cars, Gadgets | Tags: Cars, Gadgets, Road Trips | View Comments
I’m writing this as I’m travelling on the 405 Freeway North in Long Beach, with my wife, Cori, currently piloting us back to NorCal.
For good or bad, the current technology that I am using is some sort of statement on what is possible with gadgets these days. Gadgets currently being used are:
