- A workstation designed for travel still feels risky for expensive laptops
- Open source customization adds freedom, not necessarily trust, for mobile creators
- Smart features aside, lifting a workstation by a handle still feels weird
Tether Tools has introduced the AeroTrac Workstation System, a foldable setup designed for creators who want to take their gear with them anywhere, even a $10,000 Apple MacBook Pro.
The company presents it as a modular, professional workstation that looks to combine portability and strength.
Still, despite its well-thought-out engineering, it’s hard to ignore the question of whether it’s really a good idea to carry such an expensive business laptop on a folding desk.
A workstation built for portability
Weighing just 3.3 pounds, the AeroTrac folds to a slim 8.5 x 11-inch size and opens into a 17 x 11-inch aluminum surface that can hold up to 30 pounds of gear.
The compact design makes it ideal for travel, but balancing high-value laptops or peripherals on a small platform may not appeal to everyone.
Its standout feature is an integrated rail system that allows accessories to attach through precision-milled channels using standard threads.
This keeps everything securely in place, even when you’re on the go.
Tether Tools include magnetic tabs for easy folding, a removable handle for carrying, and a built-in tool for quick adjustments.
The system can be mounted on racks, C-stands or rolling carts, and optional legs make it a free-standing workstation.
It’s flexible enough for photographers, filmmakers and digital artists who frequently move between shoots.
But the concept of resting a fragile laptop like a MacBook Pro on a compact frame outdoors or on set might not feel reassuring.
Even with its solid construction, the setup still exposes equipment to vibration, dust or shock, risks that can outweigh the convenience.
At $299, the AeroTrac sits between basic folding tables and full studio workstations, targeting creators who need a lightweight but reliable surface.
It even supports customization through open source 3D print files, allowing users to create their own attachments.
These details show careful thought from Tether Tools, but they also highlight the fine line between innovation and overengineering.
Via Yanko Design
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