Portable bamboo laptop stand (prevents bad necks!)

Laptops have changed the way we work. They allow us to work from an office, a bedroom, a coffee shop, a library, or while travelling.

Laptops are not designed with good posture in mind. When a laptop is placed directly on a desk, the screen is lower than eye level, so people bend their necks to look down. This can leave neck and shoulders feeling uncomfortable.

Dragonfly Laptop Stand is made from eco-friendly bamboo, and is designed to ensure you sit with your posture in the correct position, so you can work safely without aches and pains. It basically eliminates ‘laptop hunch’ which we all do when we’re working from a sofa, by providing better spinal alignment. And raising your ‘eye to screen’ level.

It’s also idea if you work on a train or a coffee shop, and is perfect for digital nomads. By eliminating the 60-degree neck flex (common with laptop use), this also reduces pressure on cervical vertebrae and shoulder muscles, which causes discomfort when hunched over a computer.

Always use desktop lamps and blinds at night to help prevent birds flying into windows. And choose non-toxic indoor plants if used, if working near pets (toxic ones include lilies and sago palm). And avoid/remove if hot-desking with others. 

Helps prevent laptop overheating

The Dragonfly stand also improves airflow around your device. This prevents thermal throttling, extends laptop lifespan and can also help to prevent ‘toasted skin syndrome’ if your face gets hot from working on laptops.

Made responsibly by a small European firm, set-up takes seconds. It accommodates most laptops including MacBooks and ThinkPads. It is designed to be compatible with a computer mouse, and is sold in 5 colour options.

It’s not recommended for use on soft surfaces like beds or couches or soft uneven surfaces (it’s not good anyway to use warm laptops on these, as a fire risk due to hot air underneath. 

Why laptop position matters

The position of your laptop can have a big effect on how you sit while working. When a laptop is directly on a desk, the screen is often below your natural eye level. To see the screen clearly, you may tilt your head down.

At first, this may not seem like a problem. However, if you spend several hours looking down at a screen every day, your neck and shoulders can become tired.

You may also find yourself leaning forward or rounding your shoulders. A laptop stand raises the screen. This allows you to position the display higher and can encourage a more upright working position.

It is important to remember that a laptop stand is not a medical treatment and cannot guarantee that you will avoid neck or back discomfort. Nevertheless, raising the screen is a simple step towards creating a more comfortable workstation.

Pairing with an external keyboard

A laptop stand works especially well with an external keyboard. If you raise the entire laptop and continue typing on its built-in keyboard, your arms may have to lift higher than is comfortable.

An external keyboard solves this problem. The laptop can be raised to a better viewing height, while the keyboard stays on the desk. An external mouse can be used alongside it.

This creates a setup that is closer to a traditional desktop computer. It also gives you more freedom to position the screen and keyboard separately.

Helping to create a better neck position

One of the biggest reasons people use laptop stands is to improve the height of the screen. If the screen is too low, you may naturally look downward.

Raising the screen can help bring it closer to your normal line of sight. This can make it easier to keep your head in a more neutral position.

A good setup should allow you to look at the screen without constantly bending your neck. The exact height will depend on your body, chair, desk, and laptop. Some people may prefer the screen slightly below eye level. Others may need it higher.

Better posture at the desk

Posture is not simply about sitting perfectly still all day. People naturally move while working. The goal is to create a comfortable position that does not force your body into an awkward shape.

A laptop stand can help because it separates the screen from the keyboard. When the laptop is raised, you can use an external keyboard and mouse at desk level while keeping the screen higher.

This is often more comfortable than raising the laptop and continuing to type on its built-in keyboard. With the right setup, your screen can be positioned higher while your hands remain at a comfortable working height.

How to assemble the laptop stand