Section: Mac + Computers, Laptops, MacBook Air, MacBook, MacBook Pro, Peripherals, Reviews

Provides: Small footprint placement of your MacBook or MacBook Pro

Developer: Twelve South

Minimum Requirements: MacBook (black, white, aluminum and many previous models), MacBook Air or MacBook Pro (13, 15 or 17-inch)

Price: $49.99

Availability: Now

I like the BookArc; let’s start with that. This device from Twelve South is a simple but solid heavy gauge steel arc in which your MacBook, MacBook Pro or MacBook Air can rest in its closed position. Why would you need that? You wouldn’t be asking if you use an external monitor and keyboard with your MacBook. Small is good when you’re considering portability. But when doing work at your desk, it’s better for your eyes and your posture to hook your laptop up to a larger monitor.

The trouble with this is that you’re suddenly dividing desktop space between the monitor, your keyboard and mouse, and your laptop. Also factor in speakers, perhaps a scanner, etc., and…well, something’s got to go. Twelve South thinks it should be the c