Plasticsmith releases Lapvantage Loft and new Mac mini options

I'll admit it. I'm a sucker for things that glow. That's why I am a fan of The Plasticsmith's line of Mac and iPod accessories. The latest one to catch my eye is their new Lapvantage Loft, a sturdy acrylic laptop stand with a swivel platform and a steel pedestal base. It's available with platform edges that glow iridescent blue (my fav), clear or opaque white to compliment your iBook, Powerbook or any other laptop you dare place on top of it – up to 15-lbs, although at that weight, it pretty much ceases being a portable, doesn't it? You can also choose black or metallic for the pedastal.

If you spend any time at a desk using your laptop instead of a traditional desktop computer, you'll appreciate the ergonomics of having your 'book on a stand. It gives you room on your desk for a full size keyboard and places the laptop's display at eye-level, which is very helpful whether you're flying solo or with an additional extended desktop display. The 360-degree swivel is a nice bonus and the rubber feet that your laptop sits on while on the stand will keep it running cooler since it enables air circulation underneath. If you're intrigued, you can order one now for an "introductory price" of $79.95. Given that it can double as a nightlight, I consider that a bargain.

While you're there, check out the new revisions of their old favorites. The mini Tower and mini Grandstand are now available with glowing blue edges too! They're $49.95 and $45, respectively.