## Intro [(00:00:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=0s) - A desk setup has been created that is dedicated to an [[IPad | iPad]], allowing for work to be done with just the device, which is often all that is available, and this setup is also useful at the studio for getting work done while making videos [(00:00:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=0s). - The idea of a dedicated iPad desk setup has been considered for a while, wondering if it is possible to use the iPad as the main device for getting real work done, rather than just using it as a companion [(00:00:09)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=9s). - The goal is to find out if the iPad can be used as the centerpiece of a desk setup, making it the primary device for productivity, and this is being explored to see if it can be an effective way to work [(00:00:21)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=21s). ## Desk and chair [(00:00:27)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=27s) - A standing desk setup has been implemented, with the E7 Pro from [[FlexiSpot | Flexispot]] chosen for its quality and ease of setup, and a full white desk option was selected to achieve a contrasting light and dark theme [(00:00:27)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=27s). - The E7 Pro desk is highly stable, with a dual motor design that supports weights of up to £440, and it comes with a 15-year warranty and a 30-day return period from Flexispot [(00:00:50)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=50s). - An optional desk shelf with a drawer was also purchased to keep essential items organized and out of sight, and the desk has four programmable height settings for sitting, standing, and other configurations [(00:01:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=77s). - A chair was chosen to provide support and comfort when not standing, with the C7 Air from Flexispot selected in a white and gray option to match the desk, featuring a suspended mesh seat and back, adjustable lumbar support, and articulating armrests [(00:01:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=97s). - The C7 Air chair can be configured in various ways to support different sitting positions, and a discount code is available for Flexispot orders, with a link provided in the description [(00:01:49)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=109s). ## iPad, keyboard and mouse [(00:02:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=140s) - The [[IPad Pro | iPad Pro]] 11-in M4 is being used for this desk setup, as it can be connected to an external display and used in full screen mode, similar to a laptop, and any [[IPad | iPad]] with an M-chip can be used for this purpose [(00:02:27)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=147s). - A keyboard has been chosen, specifically the [[Keychron K2 Max]] mechanical keyboard, which has a special place due to being one of the first keyboards reviewed, and it features sound dampening materials, hot swappable keys, and a customizable layout using Keychron's web-based launcher system [(00:02:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=167s). - The keyboard is paired with the Keychron M6 Mouse, which is lightweight at 78g, portable, and feature-rich with a side scroll wheel, infinite scroll main wheel, side buttons, and 80 hours of battery life, and it can connect via Bluetooth, wired, or 2.4g [(00:03:22)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=202s). - The Keychron M6 Mouse is considered a lighter and cheaper version of the Logitech MX Master Series, and it can be customized using Keychron software, making it a suitable pair with the keyboard without being too expensive [(00:03:36)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=216s). ## iPad Stand & Monitor [(00:03:53)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=233s) - The [[IPad | iPad]] Mount from kushu is being used, which features articulation, wireless charging using the SMART connector, and a power cable, allowing for orientation adjustment with a swivel, adding versatility to the setup [(00:03:53)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=233s). - The monitor of choice is not the Apple Studio display, due to its high price and relatively standard features, including an older IPS panel technology, but instead the Clarity monitor from alogic, which is a 27-inch UHD 4K monitor with a friendly price tag [(00:04:22)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=262s). - The Clarity monitor has multiple ports, including USB-C with 90W power delivery, and features height, tilt, and swivel functionality, making it a good alternative to the Apple Studio display, and allowing for a fully vertical, horizontal, or mixed setup [(00:04:53)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=293s). - The Clarity monitor also has a glossy display, which can be tricky in sunny conditions, but is not a major issue in this case, and the iPad placement was experimented with, including in front of and above the monitor, before settling on a position off to the side using the kushu stand [(00:05:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=307s). - Other monitor options, such as the upcoming LG 32-inch 6K ultra-fine panel with Thunderbolt 5, are also worth considering, but are not yet available, making the Clarity monitor a good choice for now [(00:04:34)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=274s). ## Dock, charger and finishing touches [(00:05:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=347s) - The [[Ivanky Fusion Max]] dock is used to connect the [[IPad | iPad]] to external displays, with the ability to power up to four displays, and also has additional ports for connecting hard drives, microphones, and other devices, making it a useful accessory for a desktop setup [(00:05:59)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=359s). - The dock allows for a one-cable connection and can charge devices, with the user also utilizing a 2in1 CH2 charging dock from Green for wirelessly charging their [[IPhone | iPhone]] and [[AirPods]] [(00:06:05)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=365s). - To complete the setup, a mat from Harbor London is used, flipped to the felt side to match the aesthetic, and a few decorative items are added, including fake plants and a keyboard pin [(00:06:46)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=406s). - Cable management is achieved using velcro tape from Vxy Spark, which helps to keep the cables organized and hidden behind a cable tray [(00:07:31)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=451s). - The setup has been found to be usable for tasks such as emails, web-based work, and mid-level productivity, with the Stage Manager feature providing more control over windows and apps [(00:07:48)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=468s). - The user notes that while the setup can be effective, it does take some getting used to, particularly when coming from a Mac OS background, and that Apple could invest more in the experience of using an iPad in a desktop setup [(00:08:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=522s). - The overall conclusion is that the setup allows for a remote desk to be created with just an [[IPad | iPad]], enabling the user to complete various tasks without needing to carry a heavy [[MacBook]] [(00:08:53)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA&t=533s). ## Sources - [website](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w41IxdsLQOA?si=6TF77VeXK6KOFUA9)