Using an iPad in bed?

[eagleglen]

has anyone tried this one?

http://www.paddedspaces.com/

I read a review on this stand a few days ago on TUAW (http://www.tuaw.com/2012/04/09/prop-n-go-is-my-new-favorite-ipad-stand/) and was impressed enough to order one from Amazon. It's now sold out, so the article must have driven a lot of traffic to the site. This is the new slim version by the company, not the bulkier version with the wedge stand.

So far I've very pleased. It's sturdy and nicely made. It's also comfortable to use on your lap, and stable when placed down directly on your bed. The viewing angles move through a wide range and are easy to adjust. The most upright one is almost vertical so if you're laying on your side and have the stand on your mattress, you can still view the screen straight on. And being raised up about an inch and a half helps too.

I think what some people are miss understanding, is that what ever method you use, it's only going to be comfortable for a limited amount of time. Versatility is really the key. My iPad is also in a Belkin shield, to keep the back protected and give it better grip. I like to be able to hold the iPad for a while, probably in a lot of the methods described here, but I also like to be able to set it down and prop it up, to keep reading. Having this stand nearby works out great. It's the combination that makes it ideal for me.

 

[ewo1992]

This is what I use http://www.likecool.com/iArm--Gadget--Gear.html

 

[Stefx73]

This is what I use http://www.likecool.com/iArm--Gadget--Gear.html

lol
I gave up hope on humankind until I saw it was a joke
good one

 

[ewo1992]

lol
I gave up hope on humankind until I saw it was a joke
good one

You mean you were disappointed when you found out it was a joke?

 

[sectime]

I usually lay on my side so I lock the orientation and turn the iPad sideways then I just hold it up. I have case with a kickstand so I use that to.

I do the same, I fold the smart cover at the half way hinge, slide between my fingers, works for me

 

[tiffanick]

Hey, i've just bought an Airholder and waiting their delivery. Update you guys after receive

 

[rantor49]

I use the hoverbar by twelve south while in bed. Got hit too many times in the head with the ipad. Love this product. If you are laying on your side in bed, you can rotate the screen 90 degrees and looks like you sitting up and watching. Very cool..It's $80 bucks but well worth it IMHO.

http://twelvesouth.com/products/hoverbar/

 

[sono123]

Having same problem

Yeah, I hear you! In addition to my full full size retina ipad, I also have a mini, and its definitely easier to hold. But that said, its still a huge pain to read the thing lying down.

Most of the solutions are stands, which arent exactly convenient when you travel a lot.

If anyone finds something better, please post it!!!

 

[richardbb85]

I use the hoverbar by twelve south while in bed. Got hit too many times in the head with the ipad. Love this product. If you are laying on your side in bed, you can rotate the screen 90 degrees and looks like you sitting up and watching. Very cool..It's $80 bucks but well worth it IMHO.

http://twelvesouth.com/products/hoverbar/

How is $80 for that stand well worth it, geez

 

[nStyle]

Doggy position is best. Just lay it down.

 

[MacintoshDan]

Doggy position is best. Just lay it down.

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