Logitech Speaker Lapdesk N700

by Logitech

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 20.5 x 3 inches ; 5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0032ALZIQ
• Item model number: 939-000287
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (249 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #2 in Electronics > Computers & Add-Ons > Computer Accessories > Laptop & Netbook Computer Accessories > Docking Stations
  • #2 in Electronics > Computers & Add-Ons > Computer Accessories > Laptop & Netbook Computer Accessories > Lapdesks
  • #2 in Office Products > Office Supplies > Desk Accessories & Workspace Organizers > Platforms, Stands & Shelves > Notebook Computer Stands
• Date first available at Amazon.com: January 5, 2010

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The Logitech Speaker Lapdesk N700 combines rich-sounding built-in speakers, a quiet cooling fan and comfy soft-mesh underside to enrich your laptop media experience. Chill out with all-in-one laptop sound and comfort that's easy to move with you from room to room. Logitech Speaker Lapdesk N700 Laptop comfort never sounded so good You bought your laptop to do everything you did with your desktop PC, wherever you want to do it—email, YouTube, Facebook, listen to music and watch movies on a DVD or on-line rental service like Netflix. You may even think about your laptop as your own cozy movie theater, portable Internet TV viewer or private music studio. Your laptop gives you the freedom to be entertained in whatever comfy spot you choose. The only problems you may have is the quality of the sound from your laptop speakers and maybe even wanting to be more comfortable. That's where the Logitech Speaker Lapdesk comes in. Built-in full-stereo 2.0 speakers put a theater in your lap Two built-in stereo speakers with double bass vents put you and your laptop in the center of an immersive media sound zone. Chill out with your laptop on the couch or bed and unleash sound so full, rich and deep, it's like you're listening to music and movies through high-quality external speakers—but without the hassle of disconnecting and carrying speakers from spot to spot. Padded base and angled top raise your comfort Logitech's Speaker Lapdesk is designed to keep you feeling relaxed and comfortable—even during those marathon movie sessions. Thanks to the cool mesh padded base, your laptop can rest more comfortably on your lap in virtually any sitting position. It even holds your laptop securely in place with integrated laptop holders and adjustable “sticky feet” tabs. So you can change leg positions without worrying about your laptop sliding around. Experience immersive stereo sound and comfortable viewing designed for virtually any sitting position, from room to room. A single USB cable makes it a breeze to connect the Speaker Lapdesk to any Windows laptop or MacBook up to 16 inches. Silent cooling fan and thermal shield keep laptop heat away Using your laptop for long periods of time can radiate unwelcome heat onto your lap. That's why your Speaker Lapdesk is designed with both a low-power cooling fan and a heat-shielding bottom. The fan pulls in and circulates cool air under your laptop to cool it more efficiently. And since the integrated fan is nearly silent, you're able to just listen and enjoy your music and movies without any distracting noise coming from your lapdesk. What's more, a grill protects the fan from damage while rear and bottom air intakes ensure steady, unobstructed airflow—even on cloth surfaces like your bed comforter. Integrated USB cable for plug-and-play simplicity No batteries to install. No software to load. No complex instruction manuals. This is as easy as it gets. The Logitech Speaker Lapdesk works with any Microsoft Windows powered laptop or Apple MacBook up to 16 inches. A single USB cable connects the lapdesk to your laptop. It's that simple. Just plug in the cable to one of your laptop's USB port to power the speakers and fan. Volume and fan controls at your fingertips Say good-bye to finding the buttons on your laptop to adjust the volume. A conveniently located toggle button puts your volume controls (Up, Down, and Mute) within easy reach. Go ahead and crank it up! The maximum volume from this lapdesk beats built-in laptop speakers by a mile. You also have a convenient on/off switch for the fan to use it when you want. Thoughtful design meets high comfort The Speaker Lapdesk is engineered to not only give you a superior audio experience. You'll also love how it looks in your home. Clean lines, smooth curves and the contoured shape complement any room. It's smart design that fits your lap, your life, and your style.

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Which Logitech Lapdesk or Cooling Pad Is Right For You?

If this sounds like you:	We Recommend
You're primarily concerned with keeping laptop heat away from your body while working at your home office, relaxing on the couch, or looking up recipes in the kitchen.	Logitech Cooling Pad N100 It's built for heat protection and optimal air flow with a USB powered fan that distributes air evenly and quietly under the notebook case.
You like to use your laptop on your lap all around the house and on the go, but also love to use an external mouse (you know, instead of the one built into your laptop).	Logitech Portable Lapdesk N315 It's made to go with you wherever you go (aka “ultra portable”) plus its got this really cool slide out tray for extra comfortable “mousing.”
You crave comfort while using your laptop wherever you are at home... the couch, your favorite chair, or even laying in bed.	Logitech Comfort Lapdesk N500 It's Logitech's most comfortable lapdesk with a soft mesh underside that's oh so comfy on your lap.
You want to get comfy and get big sound when you listen to music and watch movies on your little laptop or netbook.	Logitech Speaker Lapdesk N550 It's the perfect size for smaller laptops. Built-in stereo speakers and a wide cushioned base make movie time super comfortable.
You want to keep your lap cool and comfortable AND want great sound while watching movies, playing games, or cranking your tunes.	Logitech Speaker Lapdesk N700 It's all-in-one fun with a soft foam underside for comfort and heat protection, plus it has awesome HD 2.0 speakers built right in!

See These Logitech Products Designed For Your Laptop Comfort

Logitech Notebook Cooling Pad N100 The Logitech Cooling Pad N100 improves airflow around your notebook. Its slotted surface, with virtually silent airflow, allows the USB-powered fan to distribute air quietly and evenly to help protect you from heat.		Logitech Portable Lapdesk N315 The Logitech Portable Lapdesk is the perfect laptop travel companion. The heat-shielding design and retractable mouse pad let you work comfortably and productively wherever you don't have access to a desk.		Logitech Comfort Lapdesk The Logitech Comfort Lapdesk for Notebooks gives you more comfort around your home—on the sofa, bed, or even the floor. The heat-shielding design protects your body from notebook computer heat.

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What's In The Box Package Contents Logitech Speaker Lapdesk N700 Two rubber laptop pads User documentation 3-year limited warranty Technical Specifications No additional software to install Power —USB powered / 5 V, 500 mA maximum Acoustic performance —2" high performance neodymium drivers with maximum 2 W power —Stereo and bass reflex performance Cooling —At least 6 CFM of cooling performance —Maximum fan noise 31 dbA —Automatic fan speed control Comfort —Air-mesh fabric includes polyester and polyurethane —100% polyester fabric —Inner foam made of polyurethane —Foldable laptop holders can help keep computers in place at an angle of up to 50 degrees Controls —Audio controls: volume up, volume down, mute —Fan control: on/off —Red LED to indicate mute Connectivity —USB 2.0 full speed What You Need: A laptop with: —Up to 16" display —Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, or Mac OS —Available USB port

Product Description

Logitech Speaker Lapdesk N700—all-in-one rich stereo sound and comfort let you get immersed in everything you enjoy on your laptop.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

118 of 127 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of THE best thought-out laptop accessories in history!, May 23, 2010

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Katy Lake (The People's Republic of New Jersey) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Logitech Speaker Lapdesk N700 (Personal Computers)

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Whoever thought out all the design features on Logitech's Speaker Lapdesk should be given an award, because there isn't one thing they left out. This is SUPERB if you don't like being chained to a desk, and you're tired of a hot lap from your laptop.

It's simply flawless.

I tried this on my 15" Macbook Pro, and in a few days of working with the Logitech Lapdesk and its features, it's become my new favorite laptop must-have.

First of all, there's no external power source, no batteries and no adapter. All you do is unwrap it, put it on your lap with the laptop, plug it into the USB port, and you're good to go. That simple.

Now for the delicious design features. The Lapdesk top tilts towards you, with two cushioned tabs on the end towards your body that you pop up to keep the puter from sliding into your lap. This means there's practically nothing you can do to make the puter fall off - so put you legs up on an ottoman, bend your knees on the ottoman, lay on the couch with the Lapdesk almost vertical (yeah, I do that), and nothing's going to move!

There are two little nobby things included in the package you can snap onto the grill under the laptop to raise it up if that's your preference. If you have a netbook, you can move the stops closer to you to give your netbook the same desired tilt.

The padding on this Lapdesk is just divine. And whoever picked out the plush fabric that cushions the Lapdesk on your legs is a genius! The padding is ample and lush; you can keep this on your lap for eternity, and you won't get tired or "hot" from it. The fabric is textured and has a sumptuous feel to it. The texture also keeps the Lapdesk anchored to your legs, but there's nothing sticky or sweaty-feeling about it. (I did this dry-run in shorts, so the padded part of the desk was mostly on bare legs. Absolutely no problems.)

The Lapdesk isn't just a padded wedge, though. It's got this brilliant "tunnel" effect under it, which allows air circulation and prevents that hot and heavy "laptop in your lap feel.

There's an ingenuous fan built into the center of the Lapdesk. It draws the heat and pushes it out through a vent in the BACK of the Lapdesk. You have to keep checking to see if it's on, because the fan is THE quietest fan I've ever NOT heard. It's perfection the way it works and you don't even know it's doing its job.

I usually use a compact external speaker system with my Macbook, and it works fine. But the speakers on the Logitech Lapdesk are EXCELLENT. There's a mesh grilling on both sides of the Lapdesk with your laptop fitting in the center. The actual speakers are embeded at the top left and right of the Lapdesk (you're also told to keep your fingers off them, for obvious reasons.)

The sound on these two tiny speakers is phenomenal! All I can do is gape in astonishment how two speakers tucked into a lapdesk can produce such amazing sound! Rich, separated, diverse, like a full sound system set up, in this Lapdesk! It completely makes the sound of my external speakers sound wimpy and whiney in comparison.

I guarantee, you will be amazed that any sound that luxurious can come out of a Lapdesk!

(A tip for Mac users who might hook up the Lapdesk and wonder why there's no sound coming out: you have to go to System Preferences/Sound under the apple menu, and select the Logitech Lapdesk as the speaker set up you want. You also have to quit OUT of any sound programs BEFORE you hook the Lapdesk up to the USB port.)

The size of the Lapdesk is perfect for my 15" Macbook. There's about three inches, give or take, on either side, where the speakers are, and the Macbook doesn't interfere with it.

On the right side is a control panel. The top two buttons are for volume control, the third is a mute button. The last switch is an on/off slider for the fan.

Whoever at Logitech designed this deserves a promotion and a raise. There isn't a thing they missed in the design, and the quality is just superb.

I have one minor quibble, but for laptop acrobats like me who are always moving the thing around, it's a useful idea for future Logitech Lapdesk incarnations. A stop on the BACK of the Lapdesk might be a good thing, similar to the two on the front. Granted, most people probably don't contort themselves while on their laptop the way I do, and the Macbook didn't fall off the Lapdesk while I was engaging in my various exercises, but a tab on the back of the Lapdesk would provide an extra jot of security.

The Logitech Speaker Lapdesk is probably the best computer accessory pick for anyone who uses their laptop computer anywhere but ON a desk. Kudos to Logitech for a comfort and design home run!

76 of 85 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good, but..., August 24, 2010

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David Lefavor (Colorado, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Logitech Speaker Lapdesk N700 (Personal Computers)

I've had this desk for about a month now. It has some serious benefits and some bothersome disadvantages

The good:

1. Fits perfectly in my chair on my lap and has room for a mouse (sort of, see below).
2. The fan is quiet
3. The fan works very well on my laptop which has had overheating problems even on just plain flat surfaces.
4. It is very, very sturdy
5. It was pure plug and play, even for my old laptop.

The not so good

1. It is light by itself, but with the laptop and the weight distributed over a relatively small area, it feels a bit on the heavy side.
2. The shape is such that it pulls air in from both behind and beneath. That means that it needs to create space beneath the tray. The padding at the back of this creates a very narrow padded edge that rests on my legs. The combination of the fabric texture and the weight makes it uncomfortable after a while.
3. The angle on your lap puts the tray higher at the rear than the front. Necessary for air flow, but using an external mouse is basically impossible because a mouse slides off no matter what posture I assume. Yes, I'm a mouser.
4. Using a mouse pad is only a partial fix for the above, and it blocks a speaker. I trimmed an old one to fit, but the mouse still slips off now and then and I have to fish it out of my chair.
5. Sound quality is just okay - a bit on the muddy side with insufficient treble for listening, but music sounds decent and if I'm working, critical listening is not a priority.

I had an old "as seen on TV" lap desk that had a beanbag bottom. It was very comfortable, had room for the mouse, and it would lay flat. Its durability was awful, which is why I chose this item.

I'm keeping the Logitech and actually do recommend it. I'll look for a higher-friction mouse pad and hope the rear padding doesn't tattoo my legs.

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars To use headphones & fan at the same time...., March 2, 2011

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Lynn - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Logitech Speaker Lapdesk N700 (Personal Computers)

Everyone in my home now uses a Logitech Speaker Lapdesk N700. In November, I purchased this lapdesk for myself because my laptop speakers are lousy. As soon as my hubby saw it, he said he needed one too. His laptop usually gets hot & he listens to music all the time. My daughter's laptop speakers are even worse than mine & she always listens to music on hers. So they each rec'd this lapdesk for Christmas. Our OS: Windows XP sp3; Vista with all updates, and Windows 7 (I've delayed installing SP1).

Our findings:

~~What bothered my hubby most is using headphones with this lapdesk's fan. He's the only one in the family that uses headphones & found the problem soon after he began using it. Thanks to Lan's review posted on March 1st, my hubby is now able to use the cooling fan & headphones at the same time. I'll post how to do this using Windows 7, which is the OS on my laptop, at the end of my review.*

~~I have trouble using the lapdesk on my lap because I'm short...I don't have enough lap. My daughter & hubby are both average height & have no problems. I usually use the lapdesk on my desk so it's okay with me...and I find the slight tilt to my laptop makes typing easier for me.

~~I would like more room for a mouse or a pull-out table for the mouse. Currently, I push my laptop over to one side & make do with the room I have; it's not ideal but it does work.

~~The lapdesk is on the heavy side; my daughter is always carrying the lapdesk and her laptop to other areas which is awkward & looks a bit comical because the lapdesk's weight, 5 lbs., & size approx 20.5" x 12" x 3".

~~I use the Belkin USB 2.0 4-Port Ultra Mini Hub F5U407 with the lapdesk to provide more USB ports.

~It's simple to use; just plug & play.

~We all like the sound.

~The fan is whisper quiet!

~It's very comfortable to use on your lap & works nicely on a desk too.

All in all this is a great lapdesk, but could use a few more features to make it absolutely the best lapdesk ever.
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*Using Windows 7, how to use headphones and your lapdesk fan at the same time.

right click on the sound icon in your taskbar; choose 'playback devices'

**choose Logitech Speaker Lapdesk N700 (it should already be highlighted if you're currently using them)

~choose properties; click on "Use this device (enable)", choose "Don't use this device (disable)" click apply

~When you're finished using your headphones & want to go back to the Logitech N700 speakers, choose "Use this device (enable)" click apply

or
Click 'Start'
click 'Control Panel'
click 'hardware and sound'
click 'sound'
click 'manage sound devices'
follow above instructions beginning with **