# Hands-Free Tech Holders The Adjustable Tablet Stand Lets One Be a True Couch Potato By Harris Jay Rosenberg Alterman | Published 2012-04-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adjustable-tablet-stand References: [incrediblethings](http://www.incrediblethings.com/tech/i-take-my-ipad-lying-down/) & [sharperimage](http://www.sharperimage.com/si/view/product/Adjustable-Tablet-Stand/200649) The Adjustable Tablet Stand from The Sharper Image allows users to play around on their [tablet hands-free](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esr-flip). The stand has six possible positions so that tablet-lovers can lie and sit in a variety of comfortable positions. One can even lie on their back while the tablet hovers over their head. The stand doesn't only hold tablets, but [eBook readers, Kindles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strap-accessory-for-ereaders) and any other type of tablet device one can think of. The black design is sleek, which matches well with the look of a tablet. The patented spin joint on the stand lets users switch their tablet from [landscape view to portrait view](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moft-dynamic-folio) with no effort. Once one is done with the stand, it easily folds for compact storage. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Hands-free Technology:** Opportunity for new developments to create hands-free technology that can hold any device in a comfortable position. - **Adjustable Stands:** Innovation opportunity to create stands that can be adjusted for any device in multiple positions. - **Ease of Use:** Innovation opportunity to create stands that are easy to store and use for any device. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** Development of adjustable stands and hands-free technology can be applied to a wide range of devices including tablets, phones, and e-readers. - **Home Furniture and Decor:** Incorporating adjustable stands into home furniture can offer increased comfort and convenience for tech users. - **Health and Wellness:** Hands-free technology can offer new opportunities for those with disabilities or physical limitations to access devices with ease. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Adaptable Professional Tablet Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-tablet-stand.md) - [Sleek Tablet-Transforming Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elago-magnetic-stand-for-ipad.md) - [Extra-Tall Tablet Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twelve-south-hoverbar-tower.md) - [Wireless Aluminum Tablet Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magfree-pro.md) - [Dual-Kickstand Interactive Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-folio.md) - [Origami-Inspired Technology Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tablet-and-phone-stand.md) - [Elevated Rotating Laptop Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casa-hub.md) - [Cook-Along Tablet Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/secondgeneration-hoverbar-duo.md) - [Angular Tablet Protector Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pitaka-magez-folio-2.md)