12/23/03 Washington Times - "Folded, it becomes an angled stand for desktop use (and better viewing) of a laptop, even more so when connected to an external keyboard and mouse. It's one of the best products I've seen in a long time, and the firm's commitment to customer service is remarkable."
12/11/03 1 Sweet PC - "In the "laptop mode" where it's open, I never burn my legs anymore (more of a problem in the summer when I was wearing shorts but still bad in the winter) and it's often in a passive cooling mode due to the cool air actually being able to get to the vent whereas my leg would normally block that."
12/08/03 the Inquirer - "The Desk itself is quite nice, and does everything it says...Once you start using, you keep using it and wonder how you ever did without."
11/26/03 Computer World - "Sometimes, like when you're in an airport terminal, you'd like just a little bit of hard surface to put your laptop on. Here's a portable unit that fits that bill neatly, with an ergonomic "desk" that sets at several angles,"
10/20/03 Meryl.net - "It doesn't buckle when you put the tray on your lap and the laptop on top of it. Some handheld device keyboards don't stay flat when in your lap and this tray takes care of the problem."
08/21/03 Computer Times - "The Laptop Desk 2.0 is ideally suited for anyone who uses a laptop on the road, in the office, in the courtroom, on the train, etc. Hats off to the designers of this very practical and well-designed product."
08/16/03 System Cooling - "If you've been impacted by laptop discomfort, well have I got a product for you. Simply called the Laptop Desk, it's a small, light, portable device that will increase the comfort of use and at the same time greatly reduce the effects of lapburn."
07/22/03 Hardware Pacers - "The benefits that this product brings to the market are not revolutionary but ingenious. The Laptop desk is a great addition to anyone carrying a laptop..."
07/16/03 Cheap Geek - "By combining several innovations together such as the rugged polycarbonate material, rubber grips, and ventilation channels, LapWorks has put together an ingenious product designed to make using your laptop computer on the road easier and more comfortable."
07/01/03 Computer User - "For desktop use, the Laptop Desk has an adjustable arm that lets you fold it into a wedge of five different heights, to angle the keyboard and elevate the screen. Even at its highest angle, the rubberized surface keeps my PowerBook firmly in place. My verdict? Well worth the cost and the weight."
06/25/03 The Tech Zone - "The built-in support arm is an innovative ergonomic solution that support five different typing angles. It also raised the base of your notebook up a bit for more comfortable typing. Keeping you from being burnt by your notebook is not the only reason you should get a Laptop Desk. If you're like me and never got use to a flat typing surface of a notebook then the Laptop Desk is a God send because you can turn it into a desktop stand for you notebook"
06/20/03 Washington Times - "Made of sturdy plastic, the desk, unfolded, becomes a resting place for your notebook computer, PDA and external keyboard, or Tablet PC. Folded, it's not only easy to carry, but can also become a desk stand for a notebook, which can then be positioned at a height and angle that permits optimal viewing and typing. For $29.95, it's not a bad deal."
06/11/03 Applelinks - "Heat is a laptop's worst enemy. The trend towards using desktop CPUs in notebooks makes them more affordable, but makes them run hotter which does no favors for the life of the computer. The Laptop Desk can help cool them externally through convection and conduction."
06/16/03 LockerGnome - "First there came the Laptop Desk v2.0, which brought comfort, convenience and portability. The Laptop Desk's non-slip rubber surfaces work exceptionally well..."
06/08/03 Dingbat Magazine - "...the Laptop Desk, which provides a portable workspace wherever you travel (even if it's just upstairs to the bedroom). 20 1/2 x 11 inches, the desk is light and comfortable and reduces heat build up by 20%. No more "hot leg," gang! It also folds over to become a desktop stand, elevating your laptop's screen and inclining the keyboard to one of 5 ergonomically correct angles. (You might call it a comfort station.)"
06/02/03 High Tech Texan - "The Laptop Desk can put your laptop at an ergonomically correct angle. If you travel with a laptop computer, you know it can be awkward to use it comfortably and ergonomically correct. And even though it's called a laptop, using it for extended periods of time on your lap can give you quite a burn with the heat build up. Here's your solution -- a portable laptop desk that cools your computer and makes it more comfy when computing."
06/02/03 Network World - "We love simple things that turn out to be extremely useful. Having tried several different laptop desks that aim to increase the angle of your notebook on a desktop (for better ergonomics and heat dissipation), we found these solutions too bulky for us to carry in our travel bag. This wasn't the case with Laptop Desk 2.0 from LapWorks. The total weight of Laptop Desk was 1.4 pounds, well under our tolerance level for adding to the travel bag."
05/29/03 One PC - "So I know what you're all thinking: does it actually work? Well, after using this product for an extensive amount of time, I can honestly say that it made my laptop computing experience much more comfortable."
05/28/03 Compu2Go - "...I love it! If you're a laptop user looking for a quick solution to a portable workspace, this might just get your attention. A handy tool for commuters tired of balancing their laptops on long train/car rides. The laptop desk can be configured as a literal laptop work surface, which has the added bonus of distributing the heat which can build up between a laptop & a hard surface."
04/25/03 Tablet PC Buzz - "...I was pretty impressed by how well this laptop computer desk works for even pure slate Tablet PCs. I was surprised that it fit in so well, being designed before Tablet PCs really came about."
04/24/03 Business Edge - "Another low-tech device that shows high-tech design is the handy Laptop Desk from Lapworks...This versatile plastic tray unfolds to sit on your lap, providing a wonderfully stable surface for your laptop computer. Its unique design also keeps both your lap and your laptop computer much cooler."
04/14/03 The State - "First, the laptop desk ( www.laptopdesk.net) is one of the coolest products I've run across in a while. It's a hard-shell lap desk that unfolds as a desk for your laptop. Since my laptop gets hot on my lap, this is a welcome tool because it also reduces heat build-up."
04/03/03 Gideon Tech - "Overall, this laptop accessory is useful at home and on the road. I personally prefer the inclined position functionality of the unit. It makes typing a lot easier on the wrist. The added benefit of a non-skid surface definitely helps prevent accidental drops."
03/20/03 Mod Synergy - "I like this product. It was strong, stable, portable and it could act as your desk when you are typing in the park, or at school."
03/13/03 Milwaukee Sentinel - "It's light - weighing 1 pound and 6 ounces - and compact. But when it's folded out, the Laptop Desk creates enough work space for even large portable computers and leaves room for accessories."
02/20/03 Baltimore Sun - "A ribbed design with gripping surfaces on both sides provides plenty of ventilation to dissipate laptop heat at the same time that it provides a firm grip on your legs and your laptop. Never having tried one of these before, I was amazed at how comfortable it was -- for the first time, a laptop on my lap felt stable and secure."
01/23/03 LockerGnome - "The Laptop Desk shined brightly from the first moment of use. Proving that a truly effective product doesn't require a lot of fancy switches, knobs and buttons, LapWorks has crafted a durable, agile and downright affordable mobile peripheral."
01/15/03 Pocket Anywhere - "I recently reviewed the Laptop Desk in the January Journal and love it. I use it everynight at home, and convert it to a desktop stand at work.."
12/16/02 St. Petersburg Times - "...it folds out with enough space for a cell phone or PDA while working on the move. It means no more cramped knees or hot legs from a warm computer. You also don't have to use the tray table, and the rubberized surface means your computer isn't going to slip anywhere.."
12/07/02 Chicago Tribune - "In a test, the $29 gadget sat firmly on the lap, making things more comfortable and providing a slip-resistant surface likely to prevent those awful moments when your laptop starts sliding toward the concrete floor."
12/03/02 Geek Extreme - "If you are looking for something to support your laptop, protect your unmentionables, and have a maximum level of versatility -- take a long, hard look at the Laptop Desk. I cannot find fault with this product. It does everything I ask of it, and allows me to use my laptop more effectively in almost any situation I've been asked to use it. Whether it be in the car, on a plane, or laying down on the couch, the Laptop Desk is comfortable and easy to use."
11/27/02 Gadgeteer - "What I like most about this version is that not only can I throw it in my gearbag when I am ready to hit the road, I can also use it while I am at home. I find it much more comfortable to be able to work on my laptop while it is positioned at an angle, and the v.2 allows me to do this. This is the perfect gift for someone like me, that uses their laptop as their main machine!"
11/24/02 Boston Globe - "Lapworks' new laptop desk is perfect for those who travel frequently with notebook computers. It spans the entire lap so you can sit comfortable and have plenty of room, even for the larger, older computer models. Fold it over to incline the keyboard or elevate your screen. It's thin and light, and fits inside a standard computer bag, right alongside your computer."
09/01/02 Laptop Magazine - "When you're on the go with your laptop, sometimes your lap just doesn't cut it as a workstation. Maybe you need Laptop Desk v.2.0. The Laptop Desk fuses the qualities of the original Laptop Desk with it's own innovations to create an improved mobile computing solution. Version 2.0 serves as a portable lap desk and a desktop stand with multiposition screen heights, making it perfect for presentation-heavy users like lawyers and salespeople. To keep things cool, the Laptop Desk includes a passive cooling system that reduces heat buildup by allowing cool air to pass through ventilation channels under the laptop while permitting hot air to escape."
09/01/02 Mobile Letter - "In our review, we found that Laptop Desk not only provides excellent ventilation so that your laptop stays cool and your legs don't melt, but when used in the expanded "Laptop Tray" mode, it also provides you with a place to put a full-sized USB mouse. It's particularly useful when you're using your notebook on your lap while watching TV or otherwise sitting on a sofa."
06/21/02 Law.com - "If you need a small, flat desk on your lap, the Laptop Desk from LapWorks is a great choice. "
05/02/02 ZD Net - "When fully unfolded, the Laptop Desk provides room for even the largest notebook computer with space to spare, and that space is covered with rubber mouse pad material. That's good, because if you work with your notebook on your lap for extended periods of time, the built-in pointing device can start to wear on you."
