Logitech Alto Express Notebook Stand

Manufacturer: Logitech Inc. Part number: 939-000008

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Bottom Line:: The simple, affordable Logitech Alto Express elegantly elevates your laptop to a more ergonomic height.

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Logitech Alto Express Notebook Stand

price range: $24.99 - $32.83

Reviewed by: Michelle Thatcher
Reviewed on: 10/09/2007

The good: No assembly required; rubber feet keep stand from sliding; opening in base holds cables steady; convex surface provides room for air to circulate beneath the laptop.

The bad: Height not adjustable; blocks off ports on the front of the laptop.

The bottom line: The simple, affordable Logitech Alto Express elegantly elevates your laptop to a more ergonomic height.

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Of the laptop stands in Logitech's Alto line--which includes the Alto, Alto Cordless, and Alto Connect--the Alto Express is the simplest and least expensive. While the other Alto stands also act as a USB hub or keyboard, the $30 Alto Express simply elevates your laptop to bring the screen closer to eye level. Just prop up your open laptop on the Alto Express, plug in an external keyboard and mouse, and you can start working more comfortably without hooking up an external monitor.

Given the relatively limited functionality of the Alto Express, we were surprised by how much we liked its design. A single piece of clear molded plastic, the Alto Express provides visual relief in a world of dull beige or looming black laptop accessories. The only opacity comes from the black rubberized strips on the base; these strips hold the laptop steady on the stand and the stand steady on your desk. Its curved shape looks attractive even when you're not using it, and the convex surface provides a little space for air to circulate beneath your laptop so it doesn't overheat. At the back, the stand's base is slightly curved in such a way that it provides an opening to pass through your power or accessory cables.

We enjoyed using the Alto Express as an alternative to a docking station with an external monitor. However, like other Alto stands we've reviewed, its fixed height means that your comfort level will depend greatly on the size of your laptop. For example, while our 14.1-inch laptop was lifted to an almost-ideal height, our ultraportable laptop's display was still too low for proper ergonomics when resting on the Alto Express. Also, because the laptop is propped up on its front edge, you might find that the stand blocks off some ports, such as headphone and microphone jacks. Depending on the design of your laptop, that might be a deal-breaker. We do like, however, that the stand leaves the laptop's keyboard deck open so you can easily reach quick-launch buttons or a fingerprint reader.

Logitech backs the Alto with a three-year limited warranty that includes replacement or refund if the products are defective. The company's support Web site offers user forums, a knowledge base, and an e-mail form to contact the company.

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Works great!

by cyntbia on May 14, 2008

Pros: No set up required, Makes it easier to type. Laptop stays cool. Even fit my 17" model!

Cons: Too hard to open the packaging.

Summary: I'm really enjoying my new stand. It make it a lot easier to type. It lets the air circulate to keep the laptop cool. It even fit my big ...

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Summary: I'm really enjoying my new stand. It make it a lot easier to type. It lets the air circulate to keep the laptop cool. It even fit my big 17" laptop with no problem. It was a gift, but I notice that the price was great, so I thinnk I'm going to buy this for my husband when he gets his new laptop, for my son in college and the one going to college this year when we buy his new laptop. This is a great invention. As my computer doesn't have any ports in the frong, just dvd controls, which are still accessible, this is working great. There's even room underneath to store things. It mention on the packaging to be used with external mouse and keyboard, but I'm not doing that. It is easier to type like this than having the laptop flat and typing. I do have an external mouse, but haven't found any difficulty using the touchpad either. I didn't give it a 10, as I've only had it since Mother's Day (so just about a week). But all in all.. it's is Spectacular. Why to go Logitech!

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Manufacturer: Logitech Inc.
Part number: 939-000008
Description: Take your notebook to new heights of comfort. The Logitech Alto Express Notebook Stand raises your notebook display for increased viewing comfort. You're more relaxed - and more productive. It's an attractive alternative to expensive monitors and docking stations.

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Product Type Notebook stand

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Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 3 years

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