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This article was written on August 26, 2007 by CyberNet.
I’m a huge fan of coming up with cheap hacks that replace otherwise expensive solutions. I thought I would use this article to discuss creating a low-cost laptop sleeve from various items, as well as picking up a nice laptop stand at the store for under $5. Hopefully these instructions will save you some time and money…
–Laptop Sleeve–
I originally saw this trick on Lifehacker, and I thought it was really clever. Someone had made a sleeve for their laptop using 3 or 4 FedEx envelopes! Directions on how to make your own are available on Instructables, and here is what the final result looks like:
Instructables also has two other alternatives for laptop sleeves: one made with a hoodie, and another made with a simple piece of fabric. Before you get going on any of these tricks you’ll want to have some sewing skills!
I, however, forked out about $25 to purchase a well-padded laptop sleeve that fits my computer very snuggly. If I’m going to be using this to transport my computer I want to have something that does a little more than just prevent scratches.
–Laptop Stand–
I had given a tutorial back in June regarding how to change your primary monitor. Since then I’ve had several people ask me what I used to get my laptop lifted off of the desk, and make it more at level with my standalone monitor:
In the photo the stand is the four white legs holding up the laptop, and it’s just a wire shelf often used in the kitchen. Here is someone selling a similar shelf on Amazon for $5, but I picked up a three-pack of these at our local Walmart for under $6 (they varied slightly in size). I recommend going to a department store and looking in the kitchen section for these if you want one yourself. It surely beats paying $32 for something that serves the same purpose.
And besides for just putting the laptop at an equal level to this monitor, it also serves a few other purposes. Since it is a wire rack it provides plenty of ventilation for the various vents on the computer, and therefore it runs cooler than normal. Not only that, but the way the rack is designed makes it possible for me to easily utilize the space underneath the computer for something else.
Tip: Some stores will have these stands in aluminum or stainless steel for a few dollars more, and that style looks a lot nicer. I decided to just go with the cheapest thing I could find though.
–Have Any Laptop-Related Tips?–
If you’ve got some sort of cheap hack that you’ve come up with for your laptop feel free to share them! I hate paying more than I have to for items that serve the similar purposes, and I’m sure plenty of you have come up with some clever setups. Hit us up in the comments below.
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Tesla: not a Recall, per se
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CyberNotes: Portable Laptop Desks
Posted in: Today's ChiliThis article was written on August 05, 2006 by CyberNet.
Weekend Warrior
When you’re traveling with a notebook, sometimes life would be a little easier and more comfortable if you had a laptop desk. There are multiple benefits from using one such as helping to keep your laptop cool and off of your lap! Another benefit is simply comfort. You can find laptop desks that can be adjusted so you can get the perfect height and others with arm rests. Some of them have room for an external mouse which can help out quite a bit. This article will give you a quick rundown of 4 different portable laptop desks that might suit your needs. 
First on the list is Lapinator’s 18 inch Lapinator Plus. It uses Thinsulate to block 95% of the heat to help keep your laptop cooler. It will cost around $29.95 and will keep you and your laptop comfortable. It is perfect in size for 17″ notebooks and measures 18x12x1 inches. You will have 18 inches of workspace and depending on the size of your computer, will have enough room for a mouse. 
Next is the Laptop Desk UltraLite from LapWorks. This would be ideal for computers under 5 pounds. One of the great things about it is that it can be converted into a desktop stand for your notebook. . It has non-slip pads all over for extra grip and to increase ventilation. It also has 5 incline positions to give you the perfect work station, plus it has the added room for a mouse. Measurements are 22″ long x 11″, and the price is around $29.95. 
Third on the list is the Targus Ergo d-Pro Desktop Notebook Stand. This option is a bit more pricey at $99.99, but is backed by the brand. Targus is a well known, respected maker of computer accessories. A couple things make this one stand out. First it has a document holder that is placed straight ahead for easy viewing. It also has built-in security slot feature that secures the stand. It weighs about 7.7 lbs and measures approximately 12.8″ x 12.3″ x 3″ up to 10″.And of course, it has adjustable heights and tilted angles to give you the most ergnomic stand. 
The last laptop desk is also a Targus but is made for Mac’s. It’s called the Targus Podium CoolPad for Mac and is very affordable at $29.99. As a sidenote they also have a non-mac version of this available for the same price. The CoolPad will suite your iBook or PowerBook well. It allows for 360 degree rotation making it a great tool for giving presentations or group meetings. It features rubber pads on the bootom for a secure grip, and as with most laptop desks, it helps the computer breath and get some ventilation. Measurements are approximately 10.25″ x 8.75″ x 2″. Portable laptop desks make a great traveling companion if you’re bringing your laptop. They’re also convenient for everday use to help your notebook get some ventilation, not to mention keep your lap from getting burned. If you don’t have one, you may want to consider getting one.
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