Lapinator and Lapinator Plus, a Closer Look 112
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.'"
Re:It's just an advertisement (Score:2)
Hey, no need to be so harsh to the poor editors! They may be stoopid and all, but... MBAs? C'mon!
Re:Laptop desk at Target (Score:2)
I got an old plywood cabinet door for $0. Its inpenetrable to heat, lots of work surface, very comfortable, etc.
I win.
Teh Lapinator? LOL, AWSOME! (Score:1)
Dell (Score:2)
Re:Dell (Score:2)
It uses the bottom for air intake for the CPU - and every minute or two you get this blast of hot air out of the back left of the computer.
One of my cats is a heat vampire. She's already figured out that sitting next to me is the warmest place in the house when I'm using my laptop.
Re:Dell (Score:1)
under his Dell laptop when he is gaming.
LaptopDesk.net (Score:2)
Re:LaptopDesk.net (Score:1)
Re:Dell (Score:1)
As someone else mentioned, the 600m pulls cool air in from below, and ejects it out the back, so unless you block off the vent, and then convert a DVD to Divx with it on your lap, then I can't see it getti
Re:Dell Laptops Suck (Score:2)
Most if not all Dell laptops pull cool air from below. "So unless you block off the vent" - What? How do you use your laptop? I have yet to find a comfortable position with my Inspiron that does not block the bottom vent. I dare not set it on my bed. Even on the hard, flat surface of our diningroom table, it's overheated with the lid shut - yes, it also vents through t
Re:Dell (Score:1)
Re:Dell (Score:2)
That might not be such a bad idea. Remember the 486 overclocked to run half-life?
Re:Dell (Score:2)
I was somewhat amused by this article because I actually read it on an Inspiron 6000, running on a Pentium M, which I use as a true laptop (i.e., on my lap) for many hours a day. I run Gentoo on it, so I'm often compiling and such. I have no idea why anybody would need a "Lapinator" for this laptop; if I max out t
alternatives (Score:4, Funny)
spongebob or dora traveltable : $.98 clearance aisle Wal-mart
(includes groovy holders for stuff in legs)
tray stolen from retro drive-in restaurant:priceless
Re:alternatives (Score:1)
mod parent insightful, cut the consumer cr*p! (Score:2)
alternative #2, cool laptop (Score:1)
oh, come on. (Score:5, Informative)
Next on slashdot: logitech mousepad showdown! 8x8 versus 10x10! Read on for the thrilling trials!
Puhlease.
Mod parent up (Score:2)
If Slashdot must accept infomercials, could they at least get a more interesting class of advertiser?
And please, put "Advertisement" on the sponsored articles. Thanks.
Re:oh, come on. (Score:2)
Re: (Score:2)
Re:oh, come on. (Score:2)
WOW I can't wait !
Re:oh, come on. (Score:3, Insightful)
This has got to be a joke! (Score:4, Funny)
Re:This has got to be a joke! (Score:4, Funny)
Re:This has got to be a joke! (Score:5, Funny)
From that article:
You're right, that is more interesting that the laptop desk comparo.
Re:This has got to be a joke! (Score:1)
Do not hop. Do not hop on pop. (Score:2)
Kids, please leave dad alone. He's trying to sit on the couch and think of something to say about an industrial-sized hunk of Thinsulate with rubber bumpers.
But do you want to be sterile? (Score:2, Funny)
Re:But do you want to be sterile? (Score:2)
Hey hey, atleast it keeps us warm in Alaska.. Thanks Dell, we love you.
I'm a Scientist.. (Score:2, Interesting)
http://www.theregister.co.uk/2002/11/22/man_burns
Should it ever be on the lap anyway? (Score:2)
Re:Should it ever be on the lap anyway? (Score:2, Funny)
Re:Should it ever be on the lap anyway? (Score:2)
What, at 4200 rpm? I don't think so!
Re:Should it ever be on the lap anyway? (Score:2)
Oh for crying out loud, it's a LAPtop.
Unless you're riding a rollercoaster or flying a F-16, yes, a laptop hard drive can definitely take your undulating thighs.
Sanely designed device will also not have ventilation grilles in the bottom.
Any more? (Score:1)
Lapinator alternatives (Score:2)
1) A "breakfast in bed" tray with swing out legs. If the laptop isn't too hot, the fold-in area for the legs will provide enough of an air pocket between your lap and the PC (though this may feel lumpy). If your laptop runs hotter, rest the tray on the arms of
Re:Lapinator alternatives (Score:2)
Re:Any more? (Score:1)
Fertility... (Score:2, Informative)
http://news.com.com/Study+Laptop+heat+a+threat+to+ fertility/2100-1044_3-5485763.html [com.com]
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd= Retrieve&db=pubmed&dopt=Abstract&list_uids=1559108 7&query_hl=1&itool=pubmed_docsum [nih.gov]
http://humrep.oxfordjournals.org/cgi/content/full/ 20/2/452 [oxfordjournals.org]
The study showed laptop use can significantly i
Re:Fertility... (Score:2)
I just sit in my recliner, kick my feet up, and push the laptop down so it's well away from the jewels. My knees get nice and toasty though.
Re:Fertility... (Score:2)
Re: (Score:1)
Re:Fertility... (Score:2)
1) Don't you think that the fact that you're reading an ubergeek site like Slashdot sort of decreases your fertility more because of your geek factor than than your sperm count?
2) You're not at risk of getting that chick you met on line pregnant anyways 'cuz she's actually a DUDE, just like you... : )
Heh.
Cats (Score:1)
Laptop Lesson (Score:3)
Unless necessary, for whatever reason, the hassle of carrying, unpacking, repacking, etc. is not worth it. Something that is larger in 2 out of three dimensions of the laptop is especially cumbersome.
Now, I know there are people who own laptops but don't really use them outside of their homes. Those people might benefit from this (I use a TV tray or my desk at home).
Here's my advise to the comany, if you REALLY think there is a market for this, integrate the pillow as the case. That way there isn't an extra object to carry, then they can dual market it as a protective case (some people are really cautious about their laptops).
But what about the children? (Score:2)
And all this time people were wondering why they could never procreate. [macsimumnews.com]
Huh (Score:2)
How to mod log into a free, open source Lapinator! (Score:4, Funny)
There you have it. A sweet mod for those of you who can't afford a lapinator right now. Lapinator is the greatest lap desk ever made!
Re:How to mod log into a free, open source Lapinat (Score:2, Funny)
Re:How to mod log into a free, open source Lapinat (Score:1)
A real simple design. (Score:2)
Materials: foam house insulation, masonite (preferably the kind with white plastic used for bathroom walls) and liquid nails.
Cost of materials is 20 to 40 dollars depending on what and how much you buy.
Instructions: Rough cut desired shapes. Sandwich foam with two sheets of masonite and let dry. Cut and sand desired shape. Round edges and foam hiding trim are bonus features. The result will weigh a pound or two and have great stiffness and insulation properties.
Use
Laptop desk? (Score:3, Funny)
1) Eat a bag of cheetos.
2) Repeat step 1 until your lap is large enough to comfortably support something the size of a desktop computer.
No need to worry about the expense or inferior performance of a laptop, with the added bonus that no matter where you go you can set it up without having to carry any extra addons!
Re:Laptop desk? (Score:1)
I'd argue that your method merely ensures that your "add-ons" are built-in! Thus they need to be carried regardless of whether you're carrying the laptop or not...
Perhaps the stereotype about the american obesity is right after all? But this puts method behind the madness
2 targus products (Score:1)
The first one was from laptopdesk [laptopdesk.net] It worked nice on an older laptop but didn't prevent my toshiba from over heating. I then bought this [targus.com] and it stopped my machine from overheating.
When my wife got a laptop I bought her this [targus.com] Was cool that it had a usb hub. However, the fans broke in 5 days.
So, I'm still using the simple one [targus.com] that reminds me of legos. Works great and no moving parts. the angle it puts the keyboard is
Re:2 targus products (Score:2)
Re:2 targus products (Score:1)
It does pretty well on the heat isolation, but what I like best is that my laptop's fan actually goes on less when I use the xpad. I would like to claim it extends my battery life, but I have no statistics about it to pull out of my arse.
How much... (Score:1)
but very few are practical and even less are large enough to enjoy.
How much is a laptop-dance from the laptop-less dancer? That would be practical and enjoyable.
making copies (Score:2)
I have the Xpad (Score:2)
Re:I have a Vantec LapCool (Score:1)
Xpad is still better (Score:2)
Bad design for vents (Score:2)
Cheers,
Adolfo
Battery in, or out? (Score:2)
Take it out! (Score:2)
You battery can handle low levels of overcharge pretty much forever. BUT, what batteries do not like is heat.
Running your computer off the wall will put it into full performance mode & it will generate more heat than if it was just using the battery.
Therefore, when you're running a laptop off the mains & intend to leave it that way for quite a while, you should remove the battery.
Re:Take it out! (Score:2)
Re:Take it out! (Score:3, Funny)
Check with Toshiba (Score:1)
Cutting board? (Score:1)
Normally, I just put it on my coffee table, but since I'm sick at home, I have to type more, and this lets me sit upright on the couch, instead of hunching over the coffee table. My lap is slightly warm without the cutting board, but this lets me set it flat, which lets it breathe more...in either case, the fan never comes on, unless I am watching video.
Why doesn't the fan come on? Because I have it at it's lowest power setting...I'm just working, no
Stop feature creep and get with the program (Score:2)
Surely this should tell us that we should really be looking for better heat and power efficiency in *mobile* computers, rather than simply upping polygon counts in HalfLife or whatever....
We've hit rock bottom (Score:2)
Insulation? (Score:1)
Next time just buy a laptop without teh suck. Mine was built with a full aluminum housing that sinks the heat fast and even. In fact, the only time the fan has ever turned on was when I tried to run WoW on it. I guess it takes both the GPU and CPU running full speed to kick in the fan.
My previous laptop was cheap plastic crap that burned my legs, ran the noisy fan doing simple things like
Re:Insulation? (Score:1)
Few vs Less (Score:2)
You got it right the first time. What happened the second time?
Less is for uncountable quantities (less grain, less snow, etc.). Few is for countable quantities (few students, few grammar nazis, etc.). Fewer are large enough to enjoy.
Ran Design iLap (Score:2)
The one downside is the relative lack of portability - it's not the kind of thing you can fold up and put in your bag. I've taken it with me for extended trips where I could keep it in my luggage, but for
The Lapinator (Score:2)
New, improved Lapinator. Turn ordinary stuff into rabbits!
LEGO cooler (Score:1)
Lapinator review (Score:2)
Re:Why? (Score:4, Interesting)
First, RTFA. These "laptop desks" are the same as old-school lap desks [google.com]: 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"?
Re:Why? (Score:1)
Re:Why? (Score:1)
Well, if you must use it on your lap, you are the target market for one of these laptop desks. Remeber: laptops burn [google.com].
Re:Why? (Score:2)
I don't get it. My iBook can get moderately warm, but just barely enough to notice. Why would anybody buy a laptop that achieved such dangerous temperatures? Seems like a design flaw.
Re:Why? (Score:1)
Re:Why? (Score:2, Insightful)
Two things to think about:
First, I think that sustained "not quite uncomfortable" heat will, over the course of a few hours, produce a burn.
Second, there are design compromises in everything. "They" could have easilly added a couple of 80mm fans, or used slower, cooler-running chips. But I don't think the market is too keen on big or slow laptops. So you have to chose your tool carefully: if you want screaming, desktop-like performance from a computer that is 1/2" tall, understand that you are going to
Xpad (Score:2)
http://xpad4laptop.com/ [xpad4laptop.com]