Forms and Function<\/strong><\/p>\nIf you are using a small footprint, then Kickflip might just be the thing you need to make a large difference in typing placement. Kickflip is 9\u201d\/23 cm and 11\u201d\/28 cm for 13\u201d and 15\u201d MacBooks, resoectively. The Kickflip was originally designed for a MacBook Pro, but wokrs just as well on a MacBook Air. The device clings tightly to the laptop using a German engineered gel adhesive.<\/p>\n
The gel is a new direction for Bluelounge, which has used micro-suction padding in the past. Currently, I have no preference over one of the other. But, it is nice to see a company thinking ahead for its customers. Any semi-permanently installed accessory is best designed with a re-usable technology.<\/p>\n
When the kickstand is flipped out, it does not add more than an inch raise on the laptop. Although it is still a very noticeable difference.<\/p>\n
Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\nUsually, there is a review prepped for the day-of launch for Bluelounge products with a positive review ready to roll. However this one took extra time with this review to determine the true nature and usability of the product. The Kickflip is a solid product, fixing a common problem for all users in a simple way.<\/p>\n
The dangling Kickflip arm is the most troubled issue for me. I really wish the hinge held the arm taught against the bottom of the Macbook Air.<\/p>\n
As I mentioned, everything else is great! The device is well cut and molded. The Bluelounge logo is debussed on the stand in a non-distracting way. The angle is great for typing as well. The price is right on target at $17.95 for the 13\u201d version and $19.95 for the 15\u201d version.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
There are times when typing at a flat angle is uncomfortable. It is most noticeable when using my Pavilion dm4. All of the keyboards I use, including the standard wireless keyboard, are angled for ease-of-use. For our ease BlueLounge released the Kickflip just a few weeks ago. All hopes were to increase productivity and ease everyone\u2019s wrists. The Kickfip does exactly what is sounds, props your laptop with just a flip. Forms and Function If you are using a small […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":27,"featured_media":13238,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[596,591],"tags":[1105,1103],"yoast_head":"\n
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