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Working comfortably on a laptop is usually a short lived proposition. You either end up with a sore neck from looking down, sore wrists from typing on a cramped keyboard or sore forearms from resting them on a table while typing. A good laptop stand can make a world of difference.

A nice laptop stand, or side table, or magazine rack: I have seen the Offi Mag table (above) and copycats before, but have never pictured it flipped on end and used as a laptop stand. If you are not using it as an integrated coffee table and magazine rack, which is usually how it is pictured, this is a pretty versatile piece of furniture as pictured.

Here is a more functional take on the typical laptop stand. Although there are quite a few laptop stands available on the market, the iLevel is the first one I have seen that can change the height and angle of the screen simply by sliding a knob at the front of the stand. Other features include a turntable that allows you to spin your laptop around for sharing and a rubberized bar that holds your laptop in place without obstructing the front load disc drive.  Also designed to work with an external keyboard and mouse, the iLevel provides a nice space behind the stand to stash away your keyboard and mouse when not in use so that your desktop can remain uncluttered.

Available here for $79.90.

The iLap is a unique stand that keeps your laptop cool, and at the same time, lets you work comfortably on your lap as well as your desk. (Which is what I am always doing.)

Use of  the Oyster dock  places the laptop screen, and your sight line, at a height that promotes a proper ergonomic position. Additionally, plugging in USB peripherals such as a keyboard and mouse is quick and painless through the use of the built in USB hub.

Assuming you want to work on your laptop at a desk and not on the couch, using the Oyster dock simply requires you to flip open your compatible laptop, slip it into the dock, plug in your USB peripherals, power and you are ready to go.

Available for $79.95 here.

A little cutting goes a long way.  A $19 Ikea Benjamin stool and a saw creates a simple and functional bent plywood laptop stand for a fraction of the cost. Your thighs and neck will thank you. See it and more DIY hacked ideas here.