Tech That Kicks New Year's Resolutions Into Gear

This year will be a year of learning how to relax more — or so I hope. Taking it easy will mean getting away from my hectic home desk and working from bed in my most comfy pajamas. The Slate Mobile AirDesk ($100), which hit its Kickstarter goal in December, is the perfect portable office accessory. It's a cut from a block of bamboo, which means that it's very lightweight, strong, and will absorb the heat from your laptop.

There's a perforated workspace on the left that'll keep your laptop cool, and on the right, there's a mousepad and a docking station that fits most tablets and smartphones. A cable slot underneath the dock allows your gadget to charge while keeping it upright.

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