Does it stay locked in place? If i'm in an auditorium and typing on this thing on my lap, will it be shifting around, or will it behave?
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Yes Matt, as long as you have adjusted the metal arm coming from the keypad so the iPad rest in the slot, it is fine.Also if you have access to a table, using the metal arm with the iPad and the keypad separate works great too. Hope that helps.
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Matt, The unit itself is very stable. The keyboard doesn't shift in relation to the iPad and the iPad maintains the angle you choose. But I hate typing on my lap, because the iPad & keyboard is much smaller than a laptop. I had the exact situation Saturday and the unit moved because my legs don't lend themselves to stability. I can't keep my thighs together (good thing I'm not a woman!). My solution is to put my briefcase or a large folder/tablet on my lap to provide a more stable surface. But the shifting is not the fault of the Airbender. In fact, I'm finding is very stable in almost every configuration.
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From my usage I have to say yes...the thin row that the bottom of the IPAD fits into does move some at times but the locking mechanism that holds the IPAD in place seems to work very well.
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I've been typing with it on my lap... and itseems to be staying in place without any issue as all. My preference is to have it all on a table, but in a pinch my legs work.
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Matt, The unit itself is very stable. The keyboard doesn't shift in relation to the iPad and the iPad maintains the angle you choose. But I hate typing on my lap, because the iPad & keyboard is much smaller than a laptop. I had the exact situation Saturday and the unit moved because my legs don't lend themselves to stability. I can't keep my thighs together (good thing I'm not a woman!). My solution is to put my briefcase or a large folder/tablet on my lap to provide a more stable surface. But the shifting is not the fault of the Airbender. In fact, I'm finding is very stable in almost every configuration. Matt, The unit itself is very stable. The keyboard doesn't shift in relation to the iPad and the iPad maintains the angle you choose. But I hate typing on my lap, because the iPad & keyboard is much smaller than a laptop. I had the exact situation Saturday and the unit moved because my legs don't lend themselves to stability. I can't keep my thighs together (good thing I'm not a woman!). My solution is to put my briefcase or a large folder/tablet on my lap to provide a more stable surface. But the shifting is not the fault of the Airbender. In fact, I'm... » Read More Matt, The unit itself is very stable. The keyboard doesn't shift in relation to the iPad and the iPad maintains the angle you choose. But I hate typing on my lap, because the iPad & keyboard is much smaller than a laptop. I had the exact situation Saturday and the unit moved because my legs don't lend themselves to stability. I can't keep my thighs together (good thing I'm not a woman!). My solution is to put my briefcase or a large folder/tablet on my lap to provide a more stable surface. But the shifting is not the fault of the Airbender. In fact, I'm finding is very stable in almost every configuration. « Show Less
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I would say yes this case is great for typing on your lap. It works well most of the time and I love using this case for taking notes in class.
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No, it doesn't move around. The laptop compartment is small and keeps the laptop tight.
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My laptop has little rubber "knobs" on the bottom to prevent sliding. I'm sure sleeker/thinner laptops probably don't have that but my HP does which means that my laptop stays where I put it. If your laptop is completely flat and smooth on the bottom, it will likely slide, but you can always cover the desk with a towel or something else if it's an issue.
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You may have difficulty keeping it in place. I use it for sit ups in my gym and it shifts farely easily. (at least for an adult)
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It doesn't lock in a solid way. It will click somewhat, but it isn't secure.
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No. I've not had a problem with that. The magnetic closer keeps it in place well. Plus the keyboard is removable if you worry about that.
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No, it is very heavy and mine stays in place.My last one wasn't heavy like this one and it did move.
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It doesn't lock in the open position. Therefore if you put on your lap, it will semi close unless you put something flat on your lap to put it on (like newspaper or note book.
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Another "yes" vote for lap typing and that's a priority for me. I could see this varying based on body shape but I can sit on a couch or chair with it on my lap and type comfortably. It feels very stable with the rear clip out (in landscape mode) and although I wondered initially I think it is weighted correctly so that it wouldn't risk tipping over backwards.
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Yes, it does not move; but it's fairly large and covers a large area under your laptop.
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Yes is quite loose, but after a while you'll get used to it, i've noticed that my typing has to be more slow and steady than before in order not to move it
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No. The iPad sits in a trough like groove in the keyboard and it is a static angle and a rigid structure. I have found this very nice as the whole thing does not flop flat or slide apart if I set it on my lap or move it around while using it.
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It is held in place with a pretty strong magnet. Very easily detached if you don't want the keyboard on anymore. I haven't experienced any movement when keyboard is in place. And there is a strap to keep the case closed that further prevents the keyboard moving
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Mine keeps the laptop in place and there is no give to it as you type. It's quite stable.
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Unfortunately there is no lock for the swivel on the base. That's actually the reason I switched to the non swivel version. It shouldn't swivel while typing but it will swivel if the stand is bumped at all. Even a gentle bump will cause it to swivel a little.
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It stays in place, but it is relatively easy to close. I wouldn't say it locks in place because it will close if pushed. There is no actual locking mechanism. My oldest one is easier to close than my newest one, but it still doesn't flop closed.
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I tend to use my Ipad on my lap, I haven`t had any problems with it moving. If you have it closed up and have the metal side facedown, then its metal, it moves. I find it perfectly fine and I can`t see you having a probem even if you are on a train or flying.