Would this work attached to a lap desk (like sold for working on laptops) for reading in bed? It sounds like it would clamp ok. Would it be too heavy? Or would it work. (I don't want one of those super flimsy ones, and it looks like this would be more durable.) Thanks for all answers! Would this work attached to a lap desk (like sold for working on laptops) for reading in bed? It sounds like it would clamp ok. Would it be too heavy? Or would it work. (I don't want one of... » Read More Would this work attached to a lap desk (like sold for working on laptops) for reading in bed? It sounds like it would clamp ok. Would it be too heavy? Or would it work. (I don't want one of those super flimsy ones, and it looks like this would be more durable.) Thanks for all answers! « Show Less
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It clamps fine to my laptop desk and it is very solid but not heavy at all. It has worked fine for the 4 months I've had it and it gives plenty of light for reading.
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this lamp has a very tight clamp and would be excellent for your table or headboard , not flimsy at all , although it will move if you try to bend the stem too hard or from side to side , it has sort of soft padding on the clamps as to not scratch a table , hope this helps to answer your question
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The whole is very light. I clamp it onto outodoor tables, computer tables and even a lap table without difficulty
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I wouldn't recommend it! I don't think the hardware is sturdy enough to act as a pedestal sitting upright with the weight of a monitor. It was definitely designed to hang from something. I have a larger 22" monitor that I mounted to my desk using a different mount from a company called Mount-it that I purchased through Amazon. Here is the link to that product and it works very well mounting to a desk or any other flat surface. Mount-It! MI-706 Height-Adjustable Computer Monitor Desk Mount Stand for One LCD Flat Screen Monitor, VESA 50, 75 and 100 Compatible with 22, 23, 24, 27, 30 inch Monitors, Full Motion, Tilt, Swivel, 33 lbs Capacity, Clamp Base I wouldn't recommend it! I don't think the hardware is sturdy enough to act as a pedestal sitting upright with the weight of a monitor. It was definitely designed to hang from something. I have a larger 22" monitor that I mounted to my desk using a different mount from a company called Mount-it that I purchased through Amazon. Here is the link to that product and it works very well mounting to a desk or any other flat surface. Mount-It! MI-706 Height-Adjustable Computer Monitor Desk Mount Stand for One LCD Flat Screen Monitor, VESA... » Read More I wouldn't recommend it! I don't think the hardware is sturdy enough to act as a pedestal sitting upright with the weight of a monitor. It was definitely designed to hang from something. I have a larger 22" monitor that I mounted to my desk using a different mount from a company called Mount-it that I purchased through Amazon. Here is the link to that product and it works very well mounting to a desk or any other flat surface. Mount-It! MI-706 Height-Adjustable Computer Monitor Desk Mount Stand for One LCD Flat Screen Monitor, VESA 50, 75 and 100 Compatible with 22, 23, 24, 27, 30 inch Monitors, Full Motion, Tilt, Swivel, 33 lbs Capacity, Clamp Base « Show Less
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Yes, I use it on my lap all the time. It seems very secure to me, and I have it in some pretty weird positions sometimes depending on what kind of chair I'm in and what other things I have piled around me as I work. It never topples or even feels like it might topple.
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There is a tab on the bottom that holds an ipad or something of that size up and the top of the Lapgear is held open by an arm, but it would be awkward with the shape of the laptop. That's just for me, however. I just tried my laptop on it, and the weight is supported. As I said, just a bit awkward.
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I clipped it on to a tablet but I wonder if the weight of the speaker would make the top portion of lap top close? I did not try this speaker with a lap top computer.
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I agree with what some others have said, that it's too tall and unstable for use when lying in bed. But keep in mind that you don't have to use the legs. My 83 yo mother and I use it with the legs folded under and the table on our laps. Works perfectly for her reading and typing for me. Of course, the table is sitting on our lap, but that hasn't been a problem for us. Also, if you purchase and would like the legs shortened, the table comes with instructions on how to measure and send it to the manufacturer for them to take care of it. I haven't tried that, but that might be a solution for you. In every other aspect, I am quite pleased with this table and highly recommend it for many uses. I agree with what some others have said, that it's too tall and unstable for use when lying in bed. But keep in mind that you don't have to use the legs. My 83 yo mother and I use it with the legs folded under and the table on our laps. Works perfectly for her reading and typing for me. Of course, the table is sitting on our lap, but that hasn't been a problem for us. Also, if you purchase and would like the legs shortened, the table comes with instructions on how to measure and send it to the manufacturer for them to take care of it. I haven't tried that, but that might be a solution for... » Read More I agree with what some others have said, that it's too tall and unstable for use when lying in bed. But keep in mind that you don't have to use the legs. My 83 yo mother and I use it with the legs folded under and the table on our laps. Works perfectly for her reading and typing for me. Of course, the table is sitting on our lap, but that hasn't been a problem for us. Also, if you purchase and would like the legs shortened, the table comes with instructions on how to measure and send it to the manufacturer for them to take care of it. I haven't tried that, but that might be a solution for you. In every other aspect, I am quite pleased with this table and highly recommend it for many uses. « Show Less
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no it is not for laptops. i use it at work for papers and folders. it is not sturdy for laptops or big enough. i think it would fall over with laptops.
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I bought this thinking I could use it as a stand up desk for my laptop (since all the experts tell us we're sitting too much). However, when you extend it to it's maximum height, not only is it not quite high enough to use as a standing desk (and I am short!), but it also gets pretty wobbly. Right now, I have mine set at about 3 ft. and that is perfiect for sitting on the side of my bed and using my laptop. ( We have a somewhat tall bed, FYI.) I esitmate one could raise it another 8 inches or so since there are 2 more holes left on the metal post, but as I said, it gets pretty wobbly when fully extended. I do like it very much, though. Hope this helps. I bought this thinking I could use it as a stand up desk for my laptop (since all the experts tell us we're sitting too much). However, when you extend it to it's maximum height, not only is it not quite high enough to use as a standing desk (and I am short!), but it also gets pretty wobbly. Right now, I have mine set at about 3 ft. and that is perfiect for sitting on the side of my bed and using my laptop. ( We have a somewhat tall bed, FYI.) I esitmate one could raise it another 8 inches or so since there are 2 more holes left on the metal post, but as I said, it gets pretty wobbly when... » Read More I bought this thinking I could use it as a stand up desk for my laptop (since all the experts tell us we're sitting too much). However, when you extend it to it's maximum height, not only is it not quite high enough to use as a standing desk (and I am short!), but it also gets pretty wobbly. Right now, I have mine set at about 3 ft. and that is perfiect for sitting on the side of my bed and using my laptop. ( We have a somewhat tall bed, FYI.) I esitmate one could raise it another 8 inches or so since there are 2 more holes left on the metal post, but as I said, it gets pretty wobbly when fully extended. I do like it very much, though. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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I usually use my laptop on my lap and in my bed. Would this work for me or is there something else that anyone can suggest me try out.
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I have it clamped to a desktop that is an inch thick. It could easily clamp to a thicker desktop. It works best if the edge is square and not beveled. Before the current desk I clamped the power strip to a folding plastic table that had a deeply beveled edge. It clamped on but was a bit loose. It also will work best if there is 1 1/2" to 2" lip on the desk top so the clamp can be seated firmly and securely.
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I don't use it with a laptop... So just to check it our for you, I took my 15" laptop and tried it. It goes beyond the wide part of the keyboard drawer about 1 and a half inch.. The drawer front drops down a bit below level with the main part of the drawer. But it is possible to use a laptop there. .It is a nice solid desk. I wish it had 2 drawers instead of one. ant it had the option to places the drawer shelf one either side. But it doesn't. I use the desk with a Mac Mini and a 24" screen and use a wireless keyboard. That might be an option. Hope this helps.
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Hmmm, assuming your aim is to keep the computer on the lapdesk, this is going to depend on your chair. It would have to be deep from front to back or with the arm height for you to pull it off. The lap desk is super simple and thin and you can work in many situations. Currently I am using it in the tub (though not advisable because it's not water proof). I think it's worth getting to see what you need to do to make it work, but it alone will not be the solution, it will have to work in partnership with your chair ergonomics.I think I understand the question better now. I use it directly on my lap on my bed and fit two laptop computers on it so that's plenty of room for a mouse and keyboard. Hmmm, assuming your aim is to keep the computer on the lapdesk, this is going to depend on your chair. It would have to be deep from front to back or with the arm height for you to pull it off. The lap desk is super simple and thin and you can work in many situations. Currently I am using it in the tub (though not advisable because it's not water proof). I think it's worth getting to see what you need to do to make it work, but it alone will not be the solution, it will have to work in partnership with your chair ergonomics.I think I understand the question better now. I use it... » Read More Hmmm, assuming your aim is to keep the computer on the lapdesk, this is going to depend on your chair. It would have to be deep from front to back or with the arm height for you to pull it off. The lap desk is super simple and thin and you can work in many situations. Currently I am using it in the tub (though not advisable because it's not water proof). I think it's worth getting to see what you need to do to make it work, but it alone will not be the solution, it will have to work in partnership with your chair ergonomics.I think I understand the question better now. I use it directly on my lap on my bed and fit two laptop computers on it so that's plenty of room for a mouse and keyboard. « Show Less
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Even if an extended arm is available, it's probably not advisable to use it. It would likely put too much weight too far from the base. The clamp (and the clamped area of the desk) is fairly small; I wouldn't want to put more twisting force through it by extending anything.
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Not at all... It work by magnetism. You can rest your hand on it, and you can even rest a few books on top of it when your not using it. you can see one of the projects I've done with it here: http://www.zdb4art.wix.com/zdb4art Buy it. Enjoy it. :)
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Yes, I have found a number of ways this item can be utilized by different positioning. It has become a very useful tool for me, and I actually use it for more than just reading. As an example, I am lying in bed and using my book bag to elevate my iPad to write this response, or to eat a snack.... So, for me it is extremely useful and easy to carry with me. Hope this has helped in your decision to purchase this versatile item!!!!!!!
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We returned this, as it did not work for the IPad as we had expected it to. We were planning on using it 80% of the time with the IPad, and the rest for books.However, I do remember it well, and I think that if the Book Seat is indeed keeping your place, I think it would take a little effort to turn a page without ripping the page. I prefer the Hog Wild Peeramid Bookrest, which works great and I think it would work well to turn pages a lot more effortlessly. We love it, and I am so happy that after trying to find something for J, I have found something that looks nice, works well with both types of media, and wasn't outrageously expensive! D G. Good Luck! http://amzn.to/XxH3YF We returned this, as it did not work for the IPad as we had expected it to. We were planning on using it 80% of the time with the IPad, and the rest for books.However, I do remember it well, and I think that if the Book Seat is indeed keeping your place, I think it would take a little effort to turn a page without ripping the page. I prefer the Hog Wild Peeramid Bookrest, which works great and I think it would work well to turn pages a lot more effortlessly. We love it, and I am so happy that after trying to find something for J, I have found something that looks nice, works well with... » Read More We returned this, as it did not work for the IPad as we had expected it to. We were planning on using it 80% of the time with the IPad, and the rest for books.However, I do remember it well, and I think that if the Book Seat is indeed keeping your place, I think it would take a little effort to turn a page without ripping the page. I prefer the Hog Wild Peeramid Bookrest, which works great and I think it would work well to turn pages a lot more effortlessly. We love it, and I am so happy that after trying to find something for J, I have found something that looks nice, works well with both types of media, and wasn't outrageously expensive! D G. Good Luck! http://amzn.to/XxH3YF « Show Less
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Hello Akasya. The table is excellent to support the laptop and keep it high level when you need to read something but I think is tall in case you need to type on it because you have to extend your arms for long time causing pain over your shoulder. I don't think it would be good for your back. I hope I could help you with my comments . Regards. Raquel Martínez -