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drewprops
2011-08-31, 19:32
I don't see a thread about this topic, and yet I suspect that most all of you lappy-wielding nerds insert something between your pasty peach/brown/whatev skin and your sizzling hot computer. I have a plastic pad that my Dad bought for me while I was recovering from surgery and it has a fan in it, but that does bupkis to reduce the heat of the laptop.

I've found one really remarkable looking setup called the Cooler Master (http://www.amazon.com/Cooler-Master-Notepal-Notebook-R9-NBC-8PBK-GP/dp/B002NU5V4A/ref=pd_luc_bxgy_02_02_t_lh) which can run up to 3 user-placed fans under their laptop. This is a great solution for people working at a desk, but it's not designed for true laptop use.

The other solution I've found is by good old reliable Targus, called the Lap Chill Mat (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003WQ4O56/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&m=ATVPDKIKX0DER), which seems pretty spiffy.

So, what do you actually use, and what do you THINK would be good (besides a large slab of dry ice).

I expect no less than 3 paragraphs from you Scates, please don't disappoint me... I enjoy your opinion :)

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Bryson
2011-08-31, 21:00
I wear clothing. On my legs. Works a treat.

drewprops
2011-08-31, 22:25
It's summer down here in the lazy old south and we goes around nekkid in the house... I needs somethin' for my legbones!


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tomoe
2011-08-31, 23:28
I've been using a Rain Design iLap (http://www.raindesigninc.com/ilap.html) for the past several years. I dislike that it uses velvet but other than that it's alright. Granted, the iLap isn't a cooling pad per se, but it does permit enough airflow that my nether regions & thighs stay cool (and yes, I use it all the time while in my undies).

Robo
2011-08-31, 23:59
I realize this probably isn't exactly what you were asking for, Drew, but I'd be remiss if I didn't mention it in this thread: I'm absolutely in love with this Malm "occasional table" from IKEA: http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/20209999

It's wonderful for laptop-ing in bed! It gives you plenty of space to work, and it's on casters, so you can just roll it out of the way when you're not using it. I like the orange one, *of course,* but it also comes in Apple white. It's designed for low-ish beds, though, so it might not work for people who like high beds.

It's also great for surprise breakfasts in bed. Ha ha! :D

LudwigVan
2011-09-02, 23:43
I've been using a Rain Design iLap (http://www.raindesigninc.com/ilap.html) for the past several years.

I believe this is the one that Brad uses/has used. Could be wrong though.

Brad
2011-09-03, 00:00
I believe this is the one that Brad uses/has used. Could be wrong though.

Correct, sir! :) Still have it, even though it's the 12" model and I now have a 15" MBP.