I have other usb lamp lights and I like this one the best
933038
I have other usb lamp lights and I like this one the best. The metal flex arm holds the light securely in place which is important to me. The other thing I like about this usb lamp is that it lights my keyboard without a glaring reflection. I have even used this lamp as a night light when plugged into my all-in-computer because I can do work without keeping the entire household awake.
2865601
I bought this because I liked the idea of a rechargeable light. I have two of the battery powered kind, both of which are very good. This lamp surprised me by being even brighter than the kind I already owned. I have used a few times, have never run it all the way down, but will likely experiment with that soon so I will know how long it will actually last. Make sure you read the instructions as to how long to charge, and it needs to be used every now and then or the battery will not last as long.
4366320
The lamp is extremely flexible, and the light is, somehow, bright yet not dazzling(you can even directly look at the "surface lighting" part). What's more, the lamp has a usb port where I can charge my phone...... Cannot expect more from a lamp.
3062193
Finally a USB light that is bright enough to work with. This 10 LED light provides plenty unlike most UBS lights with only 1 LED that really only help you hunt and peck. For the money, this is a best bet.

How could it be better? The stiff wire support could be a little stiffer. The best way to position it seems to be over the top if a laptop if your screen isn't too large, leaning against something, or I have figured out how to tie a loopy-knot type thing that allows it to support itself. But, USB light and/or fan people are already used to this weakness. A switch would also have been a good thing. This is really only evident if you have a self powered USB hub or only need it at night; but I have to say it is a pain having to unplug the light whenever I don't need it.

Overall this is an improvement of most previous attempts at USB lighting. It addresses a problem without hurting the wallet and does a great job.
131724
This is the best desk lamp that I have gotten.  It works great on my desk and I love that it has a nightlight and timer and three different light effects.
1301559
I have this plugged into a usb hub on my desktop to provide additional light without resorting to a lamp. It's perfect, shines a lot of light for it's size and the end able neck helps to aim it and keep the light where you want it.
4774243
I was looking for the ideal desk lamp for my desk setup.  I've been to IKEA and other stores and couldn't find what I wanted until I bought the TaoTronics LED Desk Lamp.  For one, it's touch, LED, has 5 different light settings and 7 different sets of brightness.  As a bonus, it as a USB charger and the head and neck of the lamp can move into all sorts of angles.  The best part, it's priced to move at $30.  I have it and I really like it.  I'd recommend it if you're looking for a desk lamp that is energy efficient and has multiple functions.
3535676
I have bought a few other lights and they never stay where you want them.  they end up being flimsy and the light is not bright enough when doing work late at night on my laptop.  This is by far the best one I have purchased because it does everything the other ones don't do.  To turn it on and off it is as easy as touching the tip of the light - no switches and very bright light. The flex is awesome it stays where you put it and never moves.  I am buying another one for my spouse because we love it so much.
1316429
I like this lamp because the on/off switch is on top of the lamp and the lamp easily accepts standard screw-in compact florescent light bulbs.  I put a&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Litetronics-Neolite-23-Watt-CFL/dp/B003YNWI7S/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Litetronics Neolite 23 Watt CFL</a>&nbsp;in it and it works fine. The base is not very heavy, but it's stable. If you find that the CFL's you buy are too large, try the Litetronics Neolight's, they are usually smaller bulbs for the same light output and are available on Amazon. I also recommend putting some&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Di-Electric-Grease/dp/B000CCIDAA/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Di-Electric Grease</a>&nbsp;on the base of the bulb. This makes the bulb screw in and out of the socket easier reducing the chance of cracking the delicate CFL glass. You only need to use about 1/2 a grain of rice sized amount of grease per bulb. Smear it all over the electrical contacts of the bulb, don't be shy. This special grease allows electric to pass thru it. Don't use regular grease or oil or lube - they can interfere with the electric contacts.

Dec 2011 update - The base of the lamp is not heavy enough to keep it stable when using a LED bulb like the excellent&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/ThetaLux-9-Watt-LED-Light-Bulb/dp/B005T67AKI/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">ThetaLux 9 Watt LED Light Bulb</a>. This is too bad because LED bulbs are a good fit for desk lamps.
4748249
I had a problem with the first USB LED that I ordered. The owner contacted me and had a solution that not only replaced the defective product but he went over and above what any other retail organization has ever done for me (I've worked with wholesale/retail for over 35 years).  I was not very understanding when the first USB LED stopped working, but the people at StepNGrip handled everything in stride and were very professional.  It's a good little light that does the job and then some.
1841541
I absolutely LOVE this lamp. I tried so many usb powered desk lamps and this is the only one that has a nice long cord to reach the usb plug. I love that it is touch activated. It is a bit larger than most.
4585037
I live out in the boonies on a lake. Because we have a nice lake and good fishing, we have a lot of guests that come up and stay overnight. Our guest bedrooms have doors that open to a loft area where I have my computer desk. As a night owl, I am on my computer until 2am-3am so I obviously need a light up there. The problems I have with lighting up there are many:

1) I don't like having the overhead light on because it is too bright and makes me feel like I am on display at night
2) Table lamps are too bright and take up a lot of space on my desk.
3) When guests are here, I don't like having a lot of light on in the loft for fear of keeping guests awake. Even with the bedroom doors shut, there is a space under the door that lets light leak into the rooms.

I have tried small lamps of various configurations and they all have their faults. When I was given the opportunity to try out this particular light in exchange for an honest review, I jumped at the chance because this looked like the perfect solution for my problem. And I was not disappointed.

Pros:

1) First of all, this light is very elegant looking. It looks very nice sitting on a desk.
2) The lighted part folds down out of the way giving it a fairly small footprint.
3) The base is solid and even when the LED light part is extended completely horizontal, it does not want to tip over.
4) The light can be positioned at many different angles so it shines completely horizontally and then down to it's closed position.
5) The light can be plugged into a USB port of your computer to power it up and recharge its battery. It will run for hours on its battery.
6) The light has several degrees of brightness so it can be adjusted to the level you need. I have mine sitting right next to my computer and shining down on my keyboard which sits on a slide-out panel under the computer monitor.
7) This arrangement puts light right on my keyboard where I need it and the rest of the room stays dark, so guests are not disturbed and I do not feel I am on display.

I really like this light. The only negative, if you could call it that, is that if you don't have a spare USB port on your computer to charge the lamp, you will need a USB charging module, similar to what you get with your cell phone. I use the one that came with my android cell phone and it works just fine. The lamp comes with a USB cable that you can plug into a USB port on your computer or plug it into a 110v to USB power module like your cell phone charger module. The lamp does not come with the charging module - you have to supply that if you need it. The light lasts a long time with just the battery, but eventually, you will have to recharge it.

This would also make a good reading light on a nightstand in the bedroom. With it's different light levels and adjustable head, you could set it so as not to bother your bed partner.
1238877
I am very glad I purchased this lamp.  It clips right on to my work space.  It has several different levels of lighting to chose from.  You must also purchase a "usb charger" which I didn't know about, but it didn't bother me.  I have 2 USB chargers now, a 1 port & 2 port.  They power the lamp just fine.  I would recommend this lamp.
4646410
It's the do all light. I just hope that this one last longer than the last one I had.
1590062
I really like the brightness of the light.  It was easy to recharge with the USB connection.  Easy to install and to disconnect to charge.
2530569
Great lamp, bright and last all not long. Charges fast too
3287761
I liked the lamp so much that I bought another one!