This is a clever device with flawless engineering. Yes, it could be made of titanium or aluminum, but unless you plan on throwing it into the primate cage at the zoo, the plastic seems properly reinforced and strong enough for its intended purpose. My interest was to find a compact vertical orientation standing device to use with both small and large tablets, since we have a Kindle Keyboard, a PaperWhite and an original Fire as well as a Google Nexus 7 and a couple of Nexus 10s. This stand works just fine for horizontal orientation as well, but I never use mine that way.
This device scores in the 10-ring for all my devices, both in and out of the cases. I only take mine out of the cases to change to another or for cleaning. The horizontal arms have three detents. I used the widest detent for the Nexus 10, and the middle detent for all other smaller devices. The narrowest detent is the closed (folded up) position. I didn't count the detents on the vertical arm where it joins the base (many), but it ratchets to positions that would satisfy any conceivable need. The vertical arm is divided in half by a joint with four detents allowing for the adjustment of the flat upper part of the arm so you can have it rest flush on the back of your device.
I have added pictures of Nexus 7 and 10 and for Kindle Fire in the stand. I initially adjusted the arm for the larger tablet, and didn't bother to change it for the smaller devices, and it worked fine that way. (Edit note: Though all 6 pics seemed to UL OK, I see that Amazon is only displaying 3 of the 6. Oh, well.)
I put my Galaxy Note 2 in it (vertically) just to check the fit, and it's fine! I hadn't thought of that until I received my stands. I'm ordering a third one tonight so I can keep on my desk for the phone, instead of just laying it flat.
Both of the horizontal arms have a soft, tacky black anti-skid insert over in the entire length of their bottoms. Very effective. This same material is applied on the outside surface of the resting grooves cut into the top of the arms. Once again, very effective. The flat articulating surface of the upper half of the vertical arm has this same material applied to it.
I used all of the devices in the stand, swiping vigorously horizontally and vertically, and the devices always remained secure in the stand, and did not slide on the surface of the counter.
I bought two of these, one for my wife.
Five stars because I can't find one thing to complain about.
I was looking for a tablet stand for my Galaxy Tab S 10.5. At first I wanted a case with a built-in kickstand but I didn't like any of the ones I saw. So I decided to give this stand a try. I mean it's an AmazonBasics item and I'm usually extremely satisfied with AmazonBasics items. And this is no different. I've had it for 6 months now and absolutely love this stand, it's so small and portable that I can just throw it in my pocket without it bothering me. It has so many positions you can place your tablet. I am able to place my tablet in portrait or landscape mode and still be able to use it without any issues. It has become extremely useful during football season as I can place my tablet on the floor while I crap and stream the game on the dishtv app (That to me is priceless). All in all, I would definitely recommend this to everybody. And come on, it's cheap. Hope this helps somebody who's looking for a nice inexpensive tablet stand.
I literally (and I mean that in the actual definition of the word) just opened it up and set my portable monitor on it (Asus MB169+) and it works perfectly. I bought a couple other (more expensive) stands which were nice, but I didn't feel like they were sturdy enough for my monitor. This is one is very sturdy and folds up nicely for portability.
This black AmazonBasics Portable Fold-Up Travel Stand is a truly versatile device. It's compact and quite well engineered, and is the perfect portable accompaniment for the Kindle Fire, the legacy Kindle e-book readers, the new iPad or iPad 2, the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 and probably many more. In my case, I have a Kindle Fire and a Kindle 2, so interchangeability between devices is not only important, but also essential. For those wishing for the quick points, here they are
Pros:
* Can be quickly and easily adjusted into a wide variety of viewing angles
* Very sturdy construction; doesn't feel junky or cheap
* Quite convenient; folds up to 7 x 1 x 1 inches for good portability
* Soft foam-padded surfaces on bottom prevent sliding; won't scratch furniture
* Padded grips where the tablet or e-reader sits; keeps device in place; no scratching
* Foam padded back support; keeps tablet stable and won't scratch the case
* Good IKEA-style simple Quick Start instruction sheet in multiple languages
* Frustration-Free Packaging; no irritating plastic clamshell to open when received
Cons:
* Very minor point: most devices can't be charged in the vertical (portrait) mode; there's no space for most cable connectors
In Use:
I had picked up the AmazonBasics Mini Travel Stand earlier, and at barely over two inches long have found it excellent for quick field use and extreme portability. Small and very compact, it folds up and snaps shut so that it can put in your pocket (or purse) without taking up much room. That one is good for stable, flat surface locations where there isn't too much activity going on, and I've found it excellent with my Kindle 2 with it's 6-inch display when it's removed from its leather cover. The newer Kindle Touch or any of the newer versions with the 6-inch E Ink display would have no problems with the Mini Travel Stand.
At 7 x 1 x 1 inches, the newer AmazonBasics Portable Fold-Up Travel Stand may lack the compactness of the Mini version, but when it comes to outright versatility, this is where it really shines. To begin with, its range of adjustments is exceptionally good, and I did not have to remove the Marware Vibe Case Cover from my Kindle Fire, nor the leather cover from my Kindle 2, in order to use it with this stand. It can be quickly changed in a wide array of positions for viewing, in either the horizontal (landscape) or vertical (portrait) position. And using it with the Kindle Fire, I found that it wasn't moving all over the place when used with a stylus.
The foam padding has been placed in all of the crucial areas where it may be needed. The foam-padded surfaces on bottom of the feet prevent sliding, even when being used on a flat surface with a stylus, and it won't scratch your furniture. The adjustable foam-padded back support helps keeps tablet stable in use, and the padded grips where the tablet or e-reader sits add to the stability. This one is designed where it won't scratch the case.
Note that there are some other brands, such as the Arkon Portable Fold-Up Stand, that may offer a similar design and features as this one, but I personally trust the AmazonBasics products that I've found here as they have a decent guarantee, and based on my experience with one defective item, I do like their responsiveness when things go wrong.
Bottom Line:
It didn't take me long to figure out that this AmazonBasics Portable Fold-Up Travel Stand would be the default choice for use with my Kindle Fire, and the Mini Travel Stand would be the one for my Kindle 2. Each one has its good points, as you can see here, but that's a subjective choice, so take for what it's worth to you. Admittedly if I had to pick just one I would go with the newer Fold-Up Travel Stand simply because of its overall usefulness and functionality.
This AmazonBasics Portable Fold-Up Travel Stand has true Swiss Army knife versatility, and I have no problems recommending this as an excellent product at a very good price.
6/8/2012
Great affordable stand. Helped me turn my new IPad Air 2 and blue tooth keyboard into a mini "lap top." I have found the various positions that you can adjust for the stand to be quite a nice fit for my needs. I really like that you can bend the upper portion of the vertical support to get the best angle for your use. It also folds back up into a nice small size, making it very portable.
Feature Product
- Compatible with Apple iPad 1, iPad 2, the new iPad, Kindle Fire, Kindle Fire HD, Kindle Touch, Kindle e-Reader and other tablets and e-Readers with or without a case or sleeve
- Extremely portable, fits in any bag or pocket
- Non skid base design keeps the stand secure on flat surfaces
- Distributed by Amazon.com; backed by one-year AmazonBasics warranty
- Ships in Certified Frustration-Free Packaging
Description
The AmazonBasics portable fold-up travel stand is designed for use with nearly all new lightweight tablet and e-Readers from 6" to 12" displays including Kindle Fire, iPad 1, iPad 2, the new iPad, Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1, Kindle Touch and Kindle Keyboard. An Amazon Brand.
From many of the pictures I saw previously posted of this stand, I thought I might be stuck with the middle arm rest extending above a smaller tablet and looking unsightly.
That turned out not to be the case with my small 7" tablet at the angle I like it to be tilted at while sitting at my desk. As you can see in the pictures, it can be adjusted just barely low enough to not show the middle support above my tablet (Nexus 7).
I was almost ready to just go out and buy a small and cheap 99¢ picture frame stand but I'm glad I opted for this stand that was made for the task at hand. Not only does it have rubber on the inside of the arms where the tablet rests but it also has rubber on the bottom to help prevent it from easily sliding around your desk.
A couple of things I would consider a negative is 1) at times when I was moving the legs and adjusting the stand it almost felt like I had to use so much force that something was going to break, and 2) If you want to rest the tablet on the stand in portrait mode with the webcam at the top and your charging port is on the bottom, you aren't going to be able to have it plugged into power at the same time as the legs only keep it 3/8" off the desk surface which isn't enough room for your typical MicroUSB, USB Type-C or Lightning cord to fit (see picture).
This item works. It's a straightforward and uncomplicated item. I use it to prop up my iPad Air with a slim case. This item holds the tablet very securely in both portrait and landscape mode. The stand collapses into a small and portable size that easily fits into my man bag.
I tried to use this with my iPad Pro 12.9, and it wasn't great. In landscape mode, the stand held the tablet, but it was a little shaky. In portrait mode, the tablet was just too top heavy. Since I use the Pro tablet mostly in portrait mode, this stand wasn't suitable. However, I don't fault the stand, since it's not designed for the larger tablets. I just wanted to tell other people my experience in case they're curious about using it with the iPad Pro.
This is the perfect stand for a tablet or a smartphone! It's inexpensive, lightweight but sturdy and versatile in that it easily adjusts to hold a variety of devices. I originally ordered several to go with the new Fire 7 tablets I purchased as Christmas gifts, but when I realized how well it would work for other devices, I also bought additional stands for my husband and myself to use with our Kindles. Highly recommended--we love it!
I'm very impressed by this stand. First off, it's a fairly simple and compact design, the main arm that holds the tablet upright has two points of articulation, both of which are joints with an interlocking teeth design. This does mean that it has slightly fewer positions than some of the aluminum tension lock stands, but it is very sturdy and I've been able to get any angle that I could reasonably need. The two feet each have 3 positions: folded against each other, spaced slightly apart such that you could fit a phone on in vertically, and spaced farther apart for tablet use. The feet have notches to accommodate your device, and the nothces, the arm, and the bottom of the feet have this black rubber-foam stuff that does an excellent job of keeping everything in place- nothing is going to move unless you want it to.
All of my devices fit in this even with their cases on, and even with the larger cases- I have my Samsung Tab S3 9.7 inch in a leather case that more than doubles its thickness, and the stand still works perfectly. I really can't think of anything to complain about, other than I might want one made out of a slightly heavier material, but the black plastic is fairly heavy duty, and travels well due to it's light weight
After seeing this pop up on a weekly deal email, I thought it might just be the solution I was looking for to help with an external monitor that I travel with. I have an ASUS portable USB external monitor that I use as a second monitor with my laptop that came with a very lame "stand" of sorts. The case that you store it in can somehow be contorted to act as a stand...which I have never successfully got to work. I end up leaning it on lamps and such at hotels while traveling. But this little stand worked great! Fully adjustable to fit whatever circumstances, and cushioned to keep the screen from sliding around. It folds up to about 7" long by 1" tall and 1" wide...which fits perfectly in my backpack. I know it was intended for iPads and such...and I can see where that would work great too, but if anyone has the same problem I had with a travel monitor...this is THE solution for it!
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