Targus PA243U Notebook Portable Lapdesk by Targus
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Digital camera reviews of Targus PA243U Notebook Portable Lapdesk
Digital camera Review: Buyer beware, this is not the product shown.
Summary: 1 Stars
I should have read some of the more recent reviews, this product has indeed been redesigned and kept the same part number. It is strong enough to support my laptop, but only just. The quality just isn't there anymore. It keeps a bit of heat off of my lap when I'm on the go, but the laptop slides around on the surface. It also does a very poor job holding the laptop in place when used as a stand. Do yourself a favor, keep looking.Digital camera Review: Cool looking, convenient, but falls apart
Summary: 1 Stars
The main problem with this product is that over a year's time it started to slowly crack and fall apart.
I'm not one who normally rushes to return an item at the first hint of trouble, especially if the product is still functional.
However, eventually the LapDesk broke apart at the hinges and is now unusable.
At a price of $30 for a small piece of plastic, I expected more.
To make matters worse, although a Targus Customer Service rep implied that they were aware this product had issues ( also see other online reviews ), their response/resolution was - "it's out of warranty, but here's the model number of our new redesigned lapdesk for purchase".
No Thanks.
I've purchased many consumer products over the years, and occasionally had products that were spectacular failures.
The companies I've contacted have stood by their products and offered full replacement, many times for out of warranty items. For the out of warranty products, the companies were willing to consider their products' histories of issues, as well as my individual experiences.
Targus seems to be a company unwilling to listen, investigate, and stand by their products, and I'll be looking elsewhere for Laptop accessories.
Digital camera Review: Disappointed
Summary: 2 Stars
I was surprised to find that this item didn't stack up to it's reviews I read. Maybe the design has changed....
It folds in half for easy storage... we it does this while you are trying to use it to support the laptop if you are moving it at all.
It has a, for lack of a better description, flap that I have no idea what it does - this product was new and in the package, but came with no directions. This flap is attached at the center (where it folds) and can be flipped to either side. What it is for is a mystery to me.
The ad I read stated it had room for a mouse. There is no room for a mouse as I have a 17" screen and even if there was room for a mouse, there is no flat surface to use it or a mouse pad on - it is all slatted for air circulation, which it actually does do well.
I use this product on my lap, as it was listed as a laptop lap desk when I searched for it. It is uncomfortable as it has zero padding, and as I mentioned above, tends to fold at the center while it is being used.
The moral of this story is you get what you pay for... I got mine for under $20 with tax and shipping. Money I wish I'd used towards something else.
Digital camera Review: Do NOT Purchase this item!
Summary: 1 Stars
This is my second review on this product. The first one was deleted after I noted that the images showed two different products: one of them a sturdy lapdesk and the second a flimsy piece of junk. My review never showed up on the site, and the pictures of the other lapdesk disappeared.
The picture shown above is not the item that ships. I ordered this item and received the cheaper, flimsy version that broke.
Digital camera Review: Does the job well and folds up small.
Summary: 5 Stars
Based on previous reviews and the two different photos for this product I have what I think is the newer version. It is dark gray plastic with fine speckles and has dark rubber friction pads. I am very happy with this lapdesk and it supports my 17" macbook pro great. I use it when I am sitting on the couch or even laying down. I mostly use the lapdesk in the unfolded wide configuration but have also found the multi-angle clamshell configuration useful too. You can safely use your laptop on pillows, cushions, bed sheets and soft surfaces that block your laptop cooling intake or exhaust. It stores small because of the folding design. I have another targus stand for the desk and I keep this one folded up in the living room where I use my laptop most of the time. I think it would be great to keep one in the car too. I got it for less than $20 and can't see paying more. I also have no use for large beefy metal or heavy plastic products. All I needed was something to insulate my legs and allow the laptop vents to breath. I was using a plastic cutting board before I picked up this stand! This works far better since it promotes better air flow.