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RollerTop Laptop Stand

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From Catherine Roseberry, for About.com

RollerTop laptop stand for rolling laptop cases.

RollerTop laptop stand for rolling laptop cases.

RollerTop

The Bottom Line

I always enjoy learning about new mobile accessories, especially those that really make working on the road easier for mobile professionals. The RollerTop laptop stand is one of those products. Working with your laptop while waiting...for a flight, a meeting or a train can be uncomfortable if you have to balance your laptop on your knees or you try to keep one eye on your laptop bag so it doesn't grow legs and walk away while you are working.
The RollerTop saves you from that discomfort, you can safely use your laptop and ensure that your laptop bag doesn't go for a walk.

Pros

  • Easy to set up.
  • Reasonbly priced.
  • Makes it easier to work in airports or train stations.
  • Lightweight and compact - easily fits into laptop bag when not in use.
  • Helps keep laptop cool while using.

Cons

  • You might wonder how you managed before you had one.

Description

  • Less than 1" thick. 12" wide by 8 3'4" deep.
  • Weighs 1lb., 14 oz.
  • Constructed of sturdy molded plastic.
  • Optional "spacer foams" available for purchase to slightly elevate the RollerTop from the handle of the roller bag.
  • 1 year Warranty.

Guide Review - RollerTop Laptop Stand

I've recently spent some time getting to know and use the RollerTop laptop stand. The RollerTop has been designed to work only with roller laptop bags. It's an item that is very useful and really works. It is important that you have a roller laptop bag that does not tip over as some smaller roller laptop bags may do.

The RollerTop includes a great instruction sheet with photos - read it over before you try to set up your RollerTop and maybe even read it more than once. To get a preview of how to assemble, there is a slide show of images to view at RollerTops.com. You can also download manuals to use off-line to ensure that you have properly assembled the RollerTop and secured your laptop.

The RollerTop is quite sturdy and has no components that will interfere with the operation of your laptop or harm the outside casing in any way.

If you roller laptop bags has the button to collapse the handle on the top, there are "spacer foams" which are available so that you can put some space between the RollerTop and the handle/button.

The RollerTop can hold even desktop replacement laptops in place and make it easy to use. You can keep your roller laptop bag handle fully extended if you happen to be standing or collapse the handle a section or two to a comfortable height for sitting.

The RollerTop can be adjusted once secured to the laptop roller bag handle so that your display and keyboards are at the best angle for your comfort.

If you've been seeking a solution to making the most of your time -anywhere you happen to be waiting and don't want to worry about losing your mobile gear; then the RollerTop is definitely worth your consideration. It's a great mobile accessory that lets you stay productive, work safely and have peace of mind that your laptop is secure.

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