{"id":889,"date":"2013-08-19T01:22:21","date_gmt":"2013-08-19T01:22:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/reviews.thechurchofapple.com\/?p=889"},"modified":"2013-08-19T01:22:21","modified_gmt":"2013-08-19T01:22:21","slug":"matias-irizer-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/reviews.thechurchofapple.com\/?p=889","title":{"rendered":"Matias iRizer Review"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>The iRizer is a very portable laptop stand that is available from iRizer for $39.95. The stand comes in two easy portable pieces that take laptop stands to a whole new, portable level than any other that I have seen before.<\/p>\n

Form<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>Let\u2019s be honest, the stand isn\u2019t made out of the best looking material on the market. It isn\u2019t wood or bamboo. It isn\u2019t metal. It\u2019s plastic, hard plastic yes, but it\u2019s plastic. However, the stand has a simplicity to it that does actually make it attractive.\u00a0 The stand comes in just two parts. There\u2019s one part that slides into one of four slots on the other part, each slot putting the stand at different angles. These pieces by themselves, laid down flat, are very thin and light. They are very easy to carry and very easy to use. The plastic they use in the product is strong and sturdy and it will not break easily. The rubber padding on the stand used to keep the laptop in place is not cheap and will not come out of the stand. The part of the stand that the laptop is sitting on does bounce a bit while typing, especially with a heavy laptop, but it isn\u2019t a big deal. The thing I wish it had was more options for colors. But while it isn\u2019t the most expensive looking stand out there but it doesn\u2019t have to be, practicality and simplicity can be elegant too, right?<\/p>\n

Function<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>The main reasons we buy laptop stands is to provide sufficient ergonomics, to stand the laptop in case we want to use it like a desktop and to provide cooling for a laptop. This stand provides this and more. First off, the stand comes in four different angled positions, 20, 30, 40 and 50 degrees. 20 and 30 degrees are both more for regular, on-the-desk, typing positions while 40 and 50 are more for standing the laptop and using external devices such as bluetooth mice and keyboards. All the degree positions are labelled to the benefit of the costumer. The 20 and 30 degree positions I find are very ergonomic and keep your hands at a good position to prevent Carpal Tunnel. I have found all four positions to be quite comfortable viewing angles as well. The stand does not have nor need a fan as it has holes for air to go through and of course we all know that elevating laptops off the ground provide air flow as well. Almost all laptops stands cool down your laptop at least a little and this one is no different. In addition to great ergonomics and the ability to cool your laptop, this stand is also ultra portable. I can easily fit the stand and the laptop into the laptop bag. I can not exactly say the same thing about really any other laptop stand I have tried. It can\u2019t fit in a manila envelope but it can fit in just about anything else. The stand also comes with a iRizer mini stand for your iOS device. I thought that was a nice touch. There is only one thing about the stand I am not a fan of and that is that it\u2019s not very comfortable to put into your lap. It really only works on a desk, which is okay since when I travel to a hotel, I use the desk. Or if I go to Starbucks, it\u2019s also okay. Let\u2019s face it, it is a traveling laptop stand due to it\u2019s ultra-portability. It\u2019s a great stand, regardless of it being somewhat uncomfortable on the lap, I take it anywhere I go with my laptop.<\/p>\n

Conclusion\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n

-Sleek design<\/p>\n

-Thin and light, ultra-portable<\/p>\n

-Ergonomic<\/p>\n

-Provides airflow for the laptop<\/p>\n

-Comfortable to use<\/p>\n

-Different positions that are easy to change to<\/p>\n

-iRizer mini<\/p>\n

Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n

-Typing is bouncy with heavier laptops<\/p>\n

-Should be sold in more colors<\/p>\n

-More for use on the desk, not the lap<\/p>\n

Things to Improve<\/strong><\/p>\n

First off, I would start producing the stand in multiple colors. Second, I would improve the \u201cshocks\u201d of the stand, if possible. Finally, I would increase the width of the piece that goes on surfaces to make it a bit more comfortable to have it in your lap.<\/p>\n

This is a great laptop stand. It has it\u2019s faults but I think it\u2019s one of the best stands I\u2019ve tried. It\u2019s portability and ergonomics makes it an ideal laptop stand for anyone who travels a lot. However, if you use it mainly at home and you have your laptop on your lap more than your desk or table, then this isn\u2019t the stand for you. This stand earns four stars from me.<\/p>\n

Thanks for reading,<\/p>\n

Joe<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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