Preliminary / purchase decision
I have held for some time after a stand for an iPad out before making a purchase decision and then I decided ultimately to FlipBlade Adjust and was not disappointed. My requirements for a holder were: space saving set-up in almost a vertical position must be possible, and the loading should be possible in this postion, while also allowing small stable it should be (to go!). The recording of the iPad, iPhone or other device with casing, or Case Smart Cover etc. should be possible. An appealing design would also be nice.
The desired specifications met the Belkin FlipBlade Adjust overall very good:
- Four different, fixed adjustable mounting angle of almost horizontal to nearly vertical; comfortably adjusted and locked on the two outer buttons in the foot part
- Loading feature is about the process followed by the bottom charging cable (dock connector or Lightning are both possible) fully met so that is the stand indirectly for passive charging station.
- The stand is folded or in function not very big (to travel it comes therefore also always), but by its material rather difficult to ensure a stable footing.
- The support (kunstoffgummiert = anti-slip) in a U shape is wide enough to accommodate a variety of tablets, smartphones with Case, Case and Cover. The inside diameter of the bearing is accurately measured 14mm wide.
- The design is unexcited, noble and geared solely to the function. The material quality is very high.
Stability
Stable the stand is always (when the tablet is only stored). In relation to the small dimensions it has (despite the material used - aluminum) a relatively high weight, which has a positive effect on the stability. In addition, however, it must be said that when using the inlaid Tablets (tap on the touch panel) the stability is no longer assured to the same extent (incl stand. Tablet swing). Striking this is just in the upright position. However, as I only use the stand for space-saving storage or loading, this aspect plays a minor role - but should users of the this project (Touch-use in the upright storage position) definitely be considered.
Notes / tips:
- Since the charging cable is carried out at the upright loading position from below through the stand, it is possible that (if one forgets that the tablet is charging) is lifted when lifting the tablet together with the stand. Solution: ... always remember that being charged ... or the Tablet simple cross in the stand provide for charging (charging port then the side)
- In addition to the purpose for holding Tablet, Smartphone etc. Other possibilities are (completely independent to electronic devices) are possible: photos / photos, Hinweisschilder- / tablets, table tents as menus, etc.
Conclusion
- Very good Stands for Tablet, Smartphone & Co.
- Elegant design, very well finished, practical and well thought out (small, foldable, 4 steps, rubberized shelf etc.).
- Relatively expensive
- Limited stability (but only when using the touch screen).
Overall, I would recommend the product you.