# Hands Free Tablet Holders The FLOTE Floor Stand Allows Users to Prop Up eReaders for Easy Viewing By Taylor Keefe | Published 2011-11-25 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flote-floor-stand References: [youtube](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cLNK9lP5cPs) & [kickstarter](http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1697554547/flote-your-tablet-free-your-hands) When spending long periods of time on an [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-ipad-stand) or eReader, the neck begins cramp and hands become useless; however, the FLOTE floor stand can relieve both problems. The FLOTE floor stand is compatible with most tablets, including the iPad and [Kindle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strap-accessory-for-ereaders). The ergonomic stand is made from machine metal, and more conveniently, is easily adjustable, free of screws and knobs; just set to a preferred height/distance and it will hold its position. The FLOTE floor stand is meant to make for easy viewing in couches, chairs, and most importantly, beds. Also, your [hands will be free](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/s30-remote) to do other tasks like answer phone calls or make a quick meal. The elegant design features are sleek and minimal, complimenting most interiors while enhancing your tablet viewing experience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Hands-free Tablet Accessories:** The rise of hands-free tablet holders like the FLOTE floor stand opens up new opportunities for accessory manufacturers to create innovative and convenient solutions. - **Ergonomic Tablet Stands:** The demand for ergonomic tablet stands, such as the FLOTE floor stand, presents an opportunity for companies to develop adjustable and user-friendly designs that cater to the needs of tablet users. - **Multitasking Tablet Accessories:** The FLOTE floor stand's ability to free up users' hands while holding their tablets suggests a growing market for multitasking accessories that enable users to perform other tasks while using their devices. ### Who This Affects Most - **Tablet Accessories:** The FLOTE floor stand demonstrates the potential for innovation and growth in the tablet accessories industry by addressing the need for hands-free solutions. - **Furniture and Home Decor:** The integration of tablet stands like the FLOTE floor stand into furniture design offers disruptive opportunities for the furniture and home decor industry to cater to the needs of tech-savvy consumers. - **Mobile Device Manufacturing:** The demand for hands-free tablet holders like the FLOTE floor stand encourages mobile device manufacturers to collaborate with accessory manufacturers and introduce integrated solutions to enhance user experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wireless Aluminum Tablet Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magfree-pro.md) - [Dual-Kickstand Interactive Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-folio.md) - [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) - [Mobile Reading Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astropads-new-bookcase.md) - [Ultra-Slim Folding Laptop Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metastand-pro.md) - [Multi-Fold Tablet Stand Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mageasy-lift.md) - [Angular Tablet Protector Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pitaka-magez-folio-2.md)