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Titan has a lightweight, ergonomic, and sustainable stand for every device

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Just when you thought you could never have the best of all worlds, along comes the Titan 3-in-1 SnapStand Kit to prove you wrong.

Device stands come in all shapes and sizes, catering to different types of devices, different styles, and different use cases. Some try to lift laptop screens to a more ergonomic height, while others are geared to make vlogging with phones more viable. While these sometimes do succeed in delivering their intended function, they often sacrifice other aspects like convenience, stability, or even environment-friendliness. It seems almost impossible for one stand to be able to check off all the right boxes while catering to all kinds of devices, but that’s exactly the kind of miracle that the Titan SnapStand system is putting on the table, figuratively and literally.

Designer: Ergomi Design

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Laptop, tablet, and phone stands are sometimes lightweight but flimsy, stable but rigid, slim but unsustainable. Many are good for holding one type of device in a specific position or orientation, but their convenience disappears once you try to use them for anything else. Titan, in contrast, seems to have it all. It’s lightweight, stable, multi-functional, long-lasting, and even sustainable. And while there isn’t one size to fit them all, you can mix and match to your heart’s content, using the Max laptop stand to hold a tablet and a phone at the same time, for example.

The Titan’s stability comes not only from its use of 430 stainless steel on the front and space-grade aluminum on its back, two materials that also provide the stand’s long life. All stands in this kit utilize a patented triangle structure that offers the most stable shape that doesn’t require heaping on unnecessary parts for support. Unlike other stands, the Titan uses a premium mechanical hinge that delivers that stability, regardless of its angle. The stand is so stable that you can set an iPad on it and draw on the tablet without the stand budging even an inch.

Tri-angle Structure – The shape offers the best holding stability. You can turn the iPad and keep drawing a circle, the stand would not move.

Unlimited Angeles – Equipped with a premium mechanical hinge, it has a silky smooth motion with a special damping setting.

From 360º Ways – Alternate between landscape/portrait mode smoothly and easily, like an invisible monitor arm.

Universal MagHolder – If your device doesn’t support magnetic attachment and you find it unnecessary to tag on anything to make it work like that, the MagHolder finishes the job cleanly and neatly without sticking anything on your work tool.

More than just keeping your device propped up, the Titan SnapStands allow you to elevate your phone or your tablet to a more comfortable height, even when the stand is already at its highest angle possible. You can also easily set your mobile device in landscape or portrait orientation using the same stand with a simple swivel. All of these are thanks to the power of magnets that securely attaches your device to the surface of the Titan. For those who aren’t inclined to stick the MagSticker on the back of their phone or tablet, there’s also MagHolder that uses a similar strong magnet to lift your device at your preferred height.

All that talk about stability, durability, hinges, and magnets, you might worry that the Titan SnapStands are hard, cold, and uncomfortable sheets of metal that would cut into your skin or whatever you might have in your bag. On the contrary, the designers have applied a generous amount of vegan leather and PU material to cover the stands, making them feel great in your hands while also offering slip resistance. Plus, it gives the accessories a more sustainable message compared to ones that use flimsy and non-recyclable plastics.

Ergonomic, lightweight, stable, multi-angular, multi-functional, durable, and sustainable, the Titan 3-in-1 SnapStand Kit has it all. Even better, it’s also accessible, starting at $35 for the Titan Mini Stand for phones. There are also different combinations you can pick to save even more. Plus, there’s also a new basic Titan Lite that’s just as lite on the wallet at $25. With the Titan SnapStand, you can go big on ergonomics and comfort, but never in size and price.

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A MagSafe-compatible wallet, grip, and stand in a super-slim profile

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You’ll never have to stick anything on the back of your phone because this single magical wallet has everything you need and then some.

Despite all the hard work that manufacturers put into making the back of their phones look exquisite, owners still end up sticking things on the back of their devices. No, we’re not talking about skins or cases that at least add some value to the phone, whether visual or protective, but the rings, stands, and other functional accessories that sadly mar the otherwise pristine appearance of a smartphone’s rears. Some even stick a thin wallet there for cards, which brings a whole different set of problems. The worst part is that you have to choose between these different accessories because none are able to deliver all their desired functions. That is until the Magcardgrip arrived on the scene as the one phone accessory to rule them all.

Designer: Brad Park of Momostick

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The “Mag” in Magcardgrip doesn’t stand for “magic,” but it could very well have been. It instead refers to Apple’s revived MagSafe technology on the iPhone, using magnets to easily attach and detach not just wireless chargers but also thin card wallets. The problem with these wallets, including Apple’s first-party flavor, is that you have to remove them in order to use the iPhone’s wireless charging capability. Plus, they also tend to slip or peel off when you’re pulling the phone out of your pocket.

In contrast, Magcardgrip uses tried and tested non-destructive adhesive to stick to the back of the phone, which creates a more stable hold. That is important considering the accessory also functions as a stand and a grip that lets you swing around your phone without worry.

Unlike typical MagSafe wallets, you can use wireless charging without having to remove the wallet, thanks to its bi-fold design. Simply flip the wallet open and connect the phone to the wireless charger or dock of your choice, including MagSafe chargers, of course. The wallet can be opened at a 90-degree angle that will let you prop up the phone in landscape orientation.

The Magcardgrip has yet another trick, one that it inherits from the same people who created the pioneering pop-out grip, the Momostick. The flexible yet strong grip sits flush against the wallet and lets you easily slide and lock it into place to form a hook-shaped opening for your finger. Alternatively, it can also be used as a stand for whatever orientation you prefer. No matter how many times you bend it, the grip will still be able to retain its flat shape when you don’t need it.

The wallet itself is made from high-quality materials, like PU leather on the outer flap that holds the cards, microfiber on the inner flap to protect your cards, and real leather for the grip to give it a luxurious finish. The wallet has room for two cards that can easily be used with tap-to-pay systems. Just flip the flap open, and that’s it! Even when folded, the wallet is so slim that it’s barely thicker than a phone’s camera bump. You’ll barely notice it’s there when lying flat on a desk, and you’ll appreciate the added grip it offers when in your hand.

The best part is that, despite the name, the Magcardgrip isn’t just exclusively for iPhones. It can work with any phone that uses the Qi wireless charging standard and has enough space on its back for a 95 x 65 mm rectangle. At only $19 a pop and with different designs to choose from, the Magcardgrip could very well be the only accessory you’ll ever need to stick on the back of your phone.

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This quirky iPhone stand can turn you into a wiz at assembling IKEA furniture

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What if you something that could make your phone stand on its own and build you a chair? Would you slap that on the back of your phone, no matter the odd looks that you might get?

Our smartphones have become our unwavering and loyal partners in everything we do these days, even for those that would have normally required some physical work. Sure, your phone can’t bake you a pizza, but it can let you easily order one. It won’t magically build a desk for you, but IKEA might be just a few taps away. Ironically, there are some basic things that smartphones can’t do, like stand upright on their own, especially when you want to enjoy a long movie without developing gorilla arms. Fortunately, phone stand accessories do exist, but this Workingman’s Sword offers something unique to those who prefer to get down and dirty with their hands. It turns out, it actually does help you put together that IKEA desk you just bought!

Designers: Chaoze Zhong and Chang Wu of Wild Zoo Design Studio

“Workingman’s Sword” definitely doesn’t sound anything like a phone stand or something related to phones at all. Designers Chaoze Zhong and Chang Wu from Beijing-based Wild Zoo Design Studio got their inspiration from the samurai’s katana or sword. Just as those ancient warriors carried their swords anywhere they went, this “stand” is a tool that a working man or woman would bring with them everywhere their phone is. Fortunately, you don’t need a license to carry this accessory.

The stand is actually made of two parts: a standard M4 Hex Wrench and a four-directional connector with matching hexagonal slots. The connector attaches to the back of your phone or its case, while the wrench can go into any of the holes and in any direction or position. Well, almost any position since you’d still be limited by the hexagonal shape of the slots.

The Workingman’s Sword is like the Swiss army knife of wrenches, at least for Allen key or hex wrenches. The M4 is apparently the most commonly used size for wrenches that are used to assemble furniture these days. The stand ensures that wherever the working person goes, he or she will have one of the most common tools ready to put together a chair, desk, drawer, or anything else.

Of course, it’s also a multi-angle smartphone stand that depends on where and how you put in the shorter end of the hex wrench. You do have fixed angles defined by the connector’s holes, but it at least covers most of the positions you’ll need when trying to prop down your phone on a desk or the ground. And unlike most stands, you’re not limited to only one side since it supports both portrait and landscape orientations.

You will definitely love or hate the idea of affixing an industrial tool on the back of your phone all the time. Then again, the people that would want to have a hex wrench within reach won’t be your typical smartphone user anyway. It might remind some of the notorious Pocket Protectors that the geeks of the past were ridiculed for, except this one caters more towards those who love DIY projects and assembling furniture.

It won’t win any beauty contests, for sure, especially when you’re essentially sticking a piece of plastic or resin on the back of your phone and attaching an L-shaped metal tool to it. Then again, we’ve also seen stranger things that people slap on the back of their phones. Admittedly, there are also many ways to pimp up at least the connector and make it look less out of place on a phone’s glossy rear. With the growing number of IKEA furniture or its equivalents in homes today, the Workingman’s Sword offers one thing that most phone stands can’t, and that’s a way to impress your friends with your mad assembling skills in an emergency.

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Turn your iPad into an all-purpose adjustable screen with Twelve South’s hovering stand

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In hindsight, you really can’t call the HoverBar Duo an iPad ‘stand’. The multi-hinged, incredibly versatile, height/direction adjustable arm is capable of doing much more than your conventional stand is. In fact, think of it as a mechanical butler who just holds your iPad for you at any angle you want, for any length of time. More versatile than a stand or a tripod, the HoverBar Duo for the iPad and iPhone is better described by the things that it’s capable of… and it’s capable of quite a lot!

Simply put, the HoverBar Duo holds your iPad or iPhone wherever you want it, and in any orientation you need. The multi-hinge arm is infinitely adjustable (sort of like the lamp on a dentist’s chair), and the choice between a flat-base and a clamp-base gives the HoverBar Duo the ability to be placed practically anywhere – on a table or a kitchen counter, or even suspended from a shelf or a rod. A universal clip allows the HoverBar Duo to hold onto a wide variety of devices, including older and later models of the iPad as well as all generations of the iPhone (this obviously means it works with *most* Android phones and tablets too). The rather long two-part arm allows the HoverBar Duo to hold your device at eye-level, giving you the ability to turn your iPad into an extra monitor that’s on the same level as the iMac, while the multiple hinges mean you could position the iPad to serve as an angled kiosk/terminal, a sketching tablet, or even an impromptu television or FaceTime machine. Moreover, the infinite adjustability means you could potentially use the HoverBar Duo to position your smartphone or tablet’s camera at any angle, turning it into a makeshift tripod with varying degrees of freedom! As I said earlier, the HoverBar Duo isn’t just merely an iPad ‘stand’… it’s a whole lot more!

Designer: Twelve South

This clever corrugated bookend also doubles as an iPad stand!

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Here’s proof that a great idea can absolutely uplift something as mundane as a simple piece of sheet metal and turn it into a beautiful product. Made of powder-coated steel sheet, the FCTNDSGN Bookend comes in an ‘L’ shaped form, albeit with one flat end and one corrugated one. This unique form factor isn’t just a stylistic design-choice, it serves a unique purpose too. The flat and corrugated surfaces allow the FCTNDSGN Bookend to work not just as a bookend, but also as a bookstand that lets you prop up anything from hardbound (or even paperback) books, vinyl discs, or even tablets! The multiple corrugations give you the freedom to prop things up at a variety of angles, and with a little creativity, you could even use the Bookends as a cooling-rack for your laptop! The FCTNDSGN Bookends come in four colors – Sea Foam Blue, Teal, Apricot, and Wine.

Designer: FCTNDSGN

LEGO-inspired concrete organizer is modular, holds your belongings, and even docks your phone!

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This bauble-box is brutalist beauty at its best! The Mesh, by Mexico-based Shift is a concrete organizer that allows you to store all your small belongings and customize how you store them too! Designed to work well in any space, the Mesh can be placed on your work-desk, bedside table, mantelpiece, dressing table, or even your bathroom. The concrete setup comes with a toothed base, and containers with notches that dock right into the grooves/teeth. The layout opportunities are endless, and you can even use the grooved base to route cables, rest stationery, and even dock your phone! The concrete components cone in a variety of monochrome hues, and blend into the decor well, whether it’s your desktop, dressing table, or the shelf right beside your main door. The fact that the containers (and base) are slip-cast in porous concrete means the Mesh doesn’t mind a little bit of water, making it ideal for the bathroom, or even to plant tiny succulents around your workspace! Whether it’s your tech, stationery, accessories, EDC, keys, plants, or even toiletries, the Mesh does a pretty remarkable job of storing your stash and allowing you to arrange them exactly the way you like. Plus, the modular nature of the Mesh means you could easily expand your storage by purchasing additional units!

Designer: Shift

This sleek laptop stand uses foldable legs to instantly prop your machine up

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The Triyards Laptop Stand borrows a clever trick from a product we’ve been using for decades. Inspired by the thin-yet-effective kickstands found in most keyboards, the Triyards Laptop Stand sits flat against your machine, adding a mere 0.2 inches of thickness. Made from durable aerospace-grade aluminum, the stand adheres to the back of your laptop using a non-harmful 3M glue strip and comes with two fold-out legs that allow you to easily prop your laptop up, angling it in a way that helps it stay cool while angling the keyboard in a way that makes it easier to type. It comes with rubber legs too, to make sure your laptop doesn’t slide around or damage the surface you’re working on.

Universally compatible with all laptops, the Triyards Laptop Stand is the kind of stand you stick on and forget about. Useful when needed and invisible at all other times, the stand sits on the underside of your machine without impeding its ability to fit into bags and sleeves. The stand comes with a micro-textured finish that doesn’t just complement laptops… it works remarkably well with tablets too, allowing you to easily prop your iPad up in a way that makes sketching and working with a stylus noticeably easier!

Designer: Triyards

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The Pivot Stand turns your iPad into an iMac!

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As the iPad and iOS become increasingly become powerful enough to be your standalone devices, it helps to have some accessories to transform them into products you can relate to, like Brydge’s innovative iPad Keyboard. The Pivot stand does something similar for your iPad, propping it up in a manner that looks all too familiar.

Turning your iPad Air into an iMac, the Pivot Stand is fashioned to look just like the support stand found behind the iMac! Mount your iPad by your side and use it as secondary screen, a media control centre, or a productive sidekick. The Pivot stand securely holds your tablet in place, propping it up at an easy-to-view angle… but wait, there’s more! The stand allows you to flip your iPad into portrait mode too, making it great for browsing the web, testing apps, or running a facetime chat; and when you need to move around, the iPad clips off the stand in a jiffy, making it your portable personal machine yet again!

Designer: Studio Proper