Design and Build

The tablet stand is a creative gadget that can be in possession of to keep your tablet in a vertical position so you can use your hands freely. The material from which the tablet hold can be made is aluminum, plastic, or steel, and that makes it light (100–300g) and usually manageable, 10–20cm in length when folded. As far as the color options are concerned, we can mention, silver, black, or matte gray, with rubber-coated holds to avoid slipping. The adjustable hinges can be set at different angles and some even have storage for cables. The users like the idea that it’s easy to carry about the plastic model of which the only drawback may be the sturdiness factor.

• Aluminum, plastic, or steel construction
• 100–300g, foldable design
• Rubberized grips for stability
• 10–20cm folded size
• Matte or metallic finishes

Performance and Features

Tablet stands have two functions: adjustment of the angles (15–75°) for the comfortability when viewing a video call, streaming, or reading and the secure, strong support of the tablet. Quite a lot of stands are capable of both portrait and landscape modes and have reliable and robust hinges that can safely accommodate the largest tablet, about 12.9 inches. Some even have openings to ensure the cooling of the device during prolonged operation. Foldable stylizing is practical for carrying around in a bag and is very portable. Users find that they are able to use the stand in multiple situations, but they claim that some of them are not firm enough when they have bigger tablets.

• 15–75° adjustable angles
• Portrait and landscape support
• Ventilation slots for cooling
• Foldable for portability
• Supports up to 12.9-inch tablets

Compatibility and Usage

The tablet stand, as implied by the name, is the kind of stand that fits most of the tablets available on the market, such as iPad, Galaxy Tab, and Surface, and is also suitable for a few phones. It can be used as a companion for video calls, movies, or for checking out kitchen recipes. It is not a time-consuming task to set it up, you only need to place it on a flat surface, and it will be there. It is furthermore compatible with a wide variety of cases which can go as thick as 15mm, and therefore, can be suitable for any type of tablet and any circumstance. The users are very happy with the idea that they can take the stand around, and they actually do it, but still, they find that some of the larger tablets need sturdier models.

• Works with iPad, Galaxy Tab, Surface
• Supports smartphones
• Compatible with cases up to 15mm
• No-tool setup
• Ideal for video calls, media