This holds my 13 inch MacBook at just the right height for use next to my external 20 inch flat screen monitor. It's a sturdier design than the previous iCurve (which was nice but my wife took to use with her laptop). In contrast to the iCurve this also comes apart nicely if you want to make it compact and transport it in a backpack or suitcase.Very nice redesign. I am considering buying a second one for my office at work.