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Lapinator and Lapinator Plus, a Closer Look

Posted by ryuzaki0 on from the don't-burn-out-the-hardware dept.

Mofo writes "Virtual-Hideout has a great real world comparison between two laptop desks . Perfect for laptop users looking to cool off their lap. From the article 'However, with the massive popularity in recent years of laptop computers, along with the evolution of power (which creates heat) infused into them, the laptop accessory market is really getting huge. Laptop desks is one such accessory and are plentiful on the market, but very few are practical and even less are large enough to enjoy.'"

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  1. alternatives by flyneye · · Score: 4, Funny

    cutting board :$1.98 Wal-Mart
    spongebob or dora traveltable : $.98 clearance aisle Wal-mart
    (includes groovy holders for stuff in legs)
    tray stolen from retro drive-in restaurant:priceless

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  2. oh, come on. by Triv · · Score: 5, Informative
    This isn't much of a 'comparison.' The linked article is comparing two different models of laptop desk from the same company and there's a big 'sponsored by lapinator.com' link at the top of the thing.

    Next on slashdot: logitech mousepad showdown! 8x8 versus 10x10! Read on for the thrilling trials!

    Puhlease.

  3. This has got to be a joke! by endrue · · Score: 4, Funny

    Why is this news? It would be more interesting to read a comparison of my left and right hands.

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    1. Re:This has got to be a joke! by RevDobbs · · Score: 5, Funny

      From that article:

      It was apparent from the outset that the right hand is slightly larger than the left hand; this size difference is likely a reaction to the right hand being used for more tasks. During key benchmarking (hand writting, manipulating can openers, masturbating) the right hand provided better results for longer durations than the left hand did.

      You're right, that is more interesting that the laptop desk comparo.

  4. Re:Why? by RevDobbs · · Score: 4, Interesting

    First, RTFA. These "laptop desks" are the same as old-school lap desks: just a way to work away from a desk or table. What these do is keep that insane heat source away from your vijayjay or yoohoo.

    To answer your first question: "to each their own". I have a PowerBook 'cause I like to use the same development machine at home, work, or at Panera's. I very seldom use it on my lap.

    To answer your second question: to be able to reproduce later in life. Or maybe to not hinder the growth of leg hair. Or to prevent second-degree burns on your thighs.

    Just cause it's called a "laptop" doesn't mean you have to use it on your lap. When people call 'em "notebooks" do you try to write on them with pens? Hey, I wardrive with mine... should I start calling it a "shotgun computer"?