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I made a major renovation of my desktop last year and purchased a 9am Robin Pro ALL- IN lift table, the monitor was replaced with an AOC Loire that can adjust the height angle, and the Intel Bean Canyon NUC NUC adapter was installed on the back of the monitor. It added a lot of desktop goodies and solved many problems, but in the actual use process It's still a little bit boring.
So I recently purchased some desktop equipment to create a low-cost wireless desktop, and this is how I wrote this article. I hope it can inspire friends who are planning to transform their desktops.
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In order to quickly understand the desktop goodies in this article, I made the following table:
Everyone’s reasons may be different, but I mainly have the following two points:
1. The original base has limited practicality: Although my AOC Loire can rotate 360 ??degrees and adjust the height and inclination in a small range, when used with a height-adjustable table, the height requirements of the monitor are different in standing and sitting positions. At that time, the original base was a little weak, and the adjustment process was not smooth. Especially after I installed the Bean Canyon behind the monitor, the overall weight changed and it could no longer maintain the original damping feeling, and it often dropped:
2. It is difficult to clean the bottom: The bottom of the monitor and the elevated shelf is the easiest area to accumulate dust and the hardest to clean. Generally, a lot of dust will accumulate in less than half a month. If you want to clean it thoroughly, you need to Move the monitor, but you have to unplug and plug it in again every time, which is quite troublesome.
Based on the above two reasons, I finally chose to abandon the original base and buy a monitor stand. I also mentioned just now that my monitor is an AOC 27-inch Loire, and a Bean Canyon NUC is installed on the back of the monitor. The overall weight is close to 9kg. After comparing the price, suitable size, load-bearing range and other parameters of brackets from multiple mainstream brands, I found that many brackets that support 27-inch monitors have a maximum load capacity of 9kg. Although it is barely enough for me, the stability is not guaranteed, and Many monitor stands with a maximum load capacity of 15kg are a bit expensive. I finally chose the Beiar E560 large-screen computer stand, which is the most cost-effective among similar configurations.
The North Arc E560 has a maximum load capacity of 13kg and supports a maximum 35-inch monitor. This time it can finally bear the weight of a 27-inch AOC Loire + Bean Canyon, and leaves a lot of space for later replacement of large-size monitors. , it’s really once and for all. The internal packaging of E560 is multiple split structures, which not only ensures the stability of transportation, but also provides users with the fun of self-assembly. It is very simple to assemble according to the instruction manual.
Beiar E560 supports two installation methods: perforation and table clamp, and by adjusting the position of the fixed splint, it can support two thickness levels of 10-45mm and 40-85mm, even for thick boss desks. Install. My home has a lift table with no reserved holes, so I use the table clamp installation method. The installed bracket is very stable.
Both sections of the Beiar E560 support arm are equipped with cable management troughs. Power cables, data cables and other wires can be hidden through the cable management troughs, and the display will not look messy when adjusting the height and angle. . The front of the base supports two expandable USB ports, which can maximize the wirelessness of the desktop. There is an original tool storage card holder on the back, which can be removed at any time when you want to adjust the damping of the stand.
Beiar E560 supports two VESA mounting hole spacings of 75*75mm and 100*100mm, and has good compatibility. I installed the Bean Canyon on the back of the monitor again, and it still matched perfectly, and it did not affect the height, angle, rotation and other adjustments of the stand at all.
Generally speaking, the adjustment feeling of the mechanical spring bracket will be inferior to that of the gas spring bracket, but the use feeling of the mechanical spring system used by the Beiar E560 is almost the same as that of the gas spring, because the mechanical spring of the E560 has Hengli patented technology allows you to hover freely without adjustment.
Beiar E560 is designed with thick mechanical aluminum arms + matte frosted paint. The overall black color matches my white desktop, which perfectly matches the main colors of black, white and gray, giving people a simple yet advanced feeling. The two-section support arm provides users with a wide adjustment range.
The North Arc E560 can achieve height adjustment from 0 to 34 centimeters up and down. When switching between standing and lifting desks, the monitor can be quickly and easily adjusted to the appropriate height, effectively preventing the cervical vertebra from tilting forward; when using the monitor to play Switch games When playing, you can lower the monitor to get closer to it, giving you a better sense of immersion in the game.
The three-axis structure of the Beiar E560 supports 110 + 360 rotation adjustment of the monitor up and down, making it easier for users to adjust the monitor pitch angle at different heights to obtain better viewing effects.
Moreover, the two-section support arm and the three-axis structure have moderate damping and can hover at any height and angle, providing good screen stabilization without the problem of the screen falling that I had before.
The 360-degree rotation function allows the monitor to quickly change from horizontal to vertical, which is great for viewing photos and videos on one side. This increases the variability of the desktop.
During daily cleaning, the monitor can also quickly free up space. Cleaning the desktop has never been easier and more efficient, and dust on the desktop does not exist!
Beiar E560 large-screen computer stand is excellent in terms of appearance design and materials and workmanship. It is excellent in terms of load-bearing, applicable size/hole spacing, support type, price, etc. It stabilizes the screen during use. The performance is excellent. For those who need a wide range of monitor adjustments and a changeable desktop, you can consider the Beiar E560!
After installing the monitor stand, the space at the bottom of the monitor was much wider, so I started to build a height-increasing storage rack! Although I've had walnut brown finished wooden shelves for a long time, they were on the expensive side and the color didn't really match my white tabletop.
Some video bloggers on the white desktop series will recommend buying the IKEA Bellishut storage board, but it only comes in two sizes: 80cm and 120cm. It is either too short or too long for my 140cm table.
In the end, I chose a 100*20*1.8cm ecological board from a custom furniture store. The price is 30 yuan with free shipping. The price is quite affordable!
For the base under the board, I chose to customize the acrylic block. The size is 6*6*18cm. I found many shops and the prices were generally 90-100 yuan. Finally, I found one that bargained for 80 yuan. It felt like Great value!
The acrylic block I received may have some scratches on the corners due to express transportation. In the end, I felt that the impact was not big and I was anxious to set up the desktop. I negotiated with the merchant and got a refund of 5 yuan!
The heightened storage rack made of ecological boards and acrylic blocks matches my white desktop very well. In particular, the acrylic block is very transparent, and the panel feels like it is suspended. Turn on the ambient light at night, and the effect is really amazing!
Previously, I used a small-sized dark blue table mat on my desk. The dark blue and white combinations did not go well with each other. This time I chose to buy a large-sized table mat. The size of my height-adjustable table is 1400*650mm. In order to create an area for increased storage shelves, I determined the size of the table mat to be about 1000*400mm. As for the color, I initially considered gray, but after thinking about it, a single light gray might be taken later. The product would be relatively monotonous, so I chose a light brown + gray double-sided table mat.
I found a store and after adding coupons and gold coins, I finally got it for about 35 yuan. The price is really affordable!
The gray table mat is placed on the white lift table, paired with a black monitor, stand, and speakers. The combination of black, white, and gray looks particularly clean.
Turning over the back of the table mat, you will see that the back is light brown, which is also very textured. You don’t need to buy a table mat when you plan to renovate the brown table later, and it is also good for daily photography of small products.
Of course, a wireless desktop is indispensable for ambient lighting. After comparing the ambient light strips of many brands, I still feel that they are relatively expensive. In this issue, we will talk about low-cost modification of the desktop, so just choose the ambient light strips that can achieve intelligent control!
I chose a 1.6m ambient light strip from PDD, which cost only 20.8 yuan, and it supports APP Bluetooth control.
The received ambient light includes two parts: the light strip and the controller. They should be connected by pins, just remove the tape and stick it to the back edge of the table.
Sitting in front of the table, the ambient light passing through the bottom of the elevated frame is very nice, especially the two acrylic blocks, which have a floating effect. When you get close, you can see individual lamp beads.
Although it is a 20 yuan light strip, it also has a rich-featured app that supports color palette, rgb parameters, dynamic mode, music rhythm, microphone mode, timer switch, etc.
Speaking of wireless desktop, of course wireless Bluetooth headsets are indispensable. I usually like to wear semi-in-ear headphones because the semi-in-ear design does not feel oppressive even if worn for a long time. Recently, FIIL released FIIL CC nano, which has many upgrades based on FIIL CC 2, so I bought one.
The packaging design of FIIL CC nano is very clever. Unpacking it step by step is like opening a blind box. The top layer is the charging box and the headset body, and the two boxes at the bottom are the charging cable and instructions.
The CC nano charging box still has an open design, so you don’t need to flip the cover to take it at any time, and the internal magnetic suction is very strong, so you don’t have to worry about the earphones swinging off.
CC nano is smaller in size than CC 2, and has been upgraded in details. The high-gloss corners of the charging box, the delicate water chestnut corners of the headphone stem, the metallic luster matte paint surface and the iconic FIIL breathing light have not only improved the The user experience is very recognizable!
CC nano has a built-in 13.1mm customized LDP diaphragm, coupled with professional-level tuning, the sound quality is excellent. In terms of call noise reduction, IntelliGo AI technology is introduced on the basis of ENC dual microphones. Through the DNN deep neural network algorithm, it intelligently separates human voices and offsets noise. Especially in noisy environments such as buses and subways, the call noise reduction is obvious. Voice calls are very clear, and you don’t have to worry about sitting still.
Previously, when using CC Pro, you had to manually switch devices. This time, CC nano has been upgraded with "multi-point smooth connection", which can connect two devices at the same time. When watching a movie on the iPad, when a call comes from your mobile phone, you can seamlessly switch to answer it. After answering and hanging up, the movie will automatically play again, no manual operation is required in the whole process. With Bluetooth 5.2 ultra-low latency, CC nano provides three modes: music, video, and games, and the experience is extremely smooth.
In terms of control, CC nano inherits the consistent logic of FIIL. Regular functions can be realized by touching, and slightly more complex functions can be set by the fiil+ APP. The APP supports 10-segment custom EQ and 15 preset sound effects. In terms of battery life, the earphones have a single battery life of 5.5 hours, and the charging box provides an additional 4.5 charges, totaling more than 30 hours, which is completely sufficient for daily use.
FIIL CC nano is really small and exquisite. It is very convenient to carry when going out. The semi-in-ear type is more comfortable to wear for a long time than the in-ear type. It also has ENC dual microphones + IntelliGo AI call noise reduction algorithm, Bluetooth 5.2, Featured configurations such as multi-point smooth connection make use more convenient. If you value wearing comfort, noise reduction, low latency, and simultaneous connection of two devices, you may wish to consider FIIL CC nano.
I have always wanted to buy the touch screen version of Xiaoai Speaker because I saw that many people have one on their desktops. But due to its usual price of 199 yuan, I am still discouraged.
Some time ago, I saw Xiaomi Youpin’s limited-time 100 yuan coupon event. I thought I couldn’t get it, but I didn’t expect to grab it as soon as the time came. I quickly placed an order and bought it for 99 yuan. I was very happy!
The touch screen version of Xiaoai Speaker is really powerful. In addition to being able to view date, time, weather and other information, it also supports many intelligent control, entertainment and other functions.
The touch screen version of Xiaoai Speaker can control Mijia devices at home, and can also watch videos and listen to music. Through the secret password, you can enter the desktop versions of iQiyi and Bilibili and log in to your membership account. View collection content, real-time barrages, and member content, just like on a mobile phone!
Recently, Duga K330w has launched a Plus hot-swappable version, so I bought one immediately. I bought the Duga K330W Ice Cream Silver Switch last year. For the color scheme this time, I still chose ice cream because the blue-purple gradient is very youthful. The Plus version of the switch currently only has four switches: red switch, brown switch, silver switch, and silent red switch. There are two options, this time I chose the red axis.
In order to distinguish it from the K330w, the K330w plus has designed a new black packaging. It is still a stable design of the outer box inside the inner box. The accessories are still so rich, except for the same long C-port power cord as the K330w, C to A conversion head, magic band, key puller, and a shaft puller to facilitate users to replace the shaft body, which is also the secret of hot swapping!
From the appearance point of view, there is no difference between K330w plus and K330w. The keyboard structure design will not be elaborated here. If you are interested, you can read my previous article:
This time The upgrade is mainly internal, not only becoming a hot-swappable version, but also improving the noise reduction and shock absorption effects. Let’s take a look at its details and workmanship!
As for the keycaps, the K330w plus is still made of two-color PBT material with a frosted surface, which is very wear-resistant and does not require oiling for a long time.
It is worth mentioning that the K330w plus uses a dark pink switch on the large space key. Different from other red switches, Duga should have specially adjusted the large space key. Calibrated, with satellite axis design, the keys are crisp, the rebound is stable, and the feel is good!
K330w Plus still uses Jiadalong’s customized crystal axis, and official data has a key life of 80 million times. There are buckles at the bottom of the shaft body in the up and down directions, and you can easily remove it by using the included shaft puller to clamp it inwards.
After removing the shaft body, you can see that the aluminum alloy positioning plate of K330w Plus has regular openings. The hot-swappable socket on the internal PCB is made of copper core material, ensuring the stability of the hot-swappable connection.
After using K330w plus for a period of time, I found that its mute and shock-absorbing effects are very good.
In order to explore the principle, I disassembled it and saw that a layer of silicone pad was added between the alloy positioning plate and the PCB board, and a layer of sound-absorbing cotton was added between the PCB board and the bottom case. These The upgrade allows me to work overtime and type more quietly at night, without worrying about disturbing my family's rest.
Now that everything has been disassembled, fortunately, let’s take a look at the battery condition. Remove the silencer cotton and you can see that the K330w Plus uses a 3600mAh lithium battery:
Official data claims that when fully charged, the 2.4G wireless mode can last for 180 days and the Bluetooth mode can last for 240 days under 8 hours of work per day. For me who travels a lot, the battery life of K330w Plus is really good!
Duga K330w Plus has 2.4G, Bluetooth, and wired three-mode connections. You can switch between mobile phones, computers, and tablets in daily work. It is very friendly to users who require multi-screen interaction. Plus, it has a new With the upgraded hot-swappable, the whole keyboard’s transformability and playability are greatly improved.
If you have always been interested in the Duga K330w and want to experience the feel of different axes, then the Duga K330w Plus may be more suitable for you!
Of course, the desktop is inseparable from a charger. In a desktop environment where space is at a premium, I will try my best to choose a charger that is compact, has rich interfaces, and supports fast charging. I recently purchased a Belkin 63W dual-port GaN gallium nitride charger, which uses a dual-C port design and can provide PD fast charging for two devices at the same time.
The charger’s packaging is designed in Belkin’s iconic green, white and gray color scheme, with the Belkin brand logo, charger name, appearance, scope of application and features printed on the front.
The back is an introduction to the specific parameters related to the charger, and the side is a list of supported fast charging devices. The list of devices is very rich, which shows that the compatibility is very good.
The casing of Belkin's gallium nitride charger is made of white PC flame-retardant material, with a bright design on one side of the interface and a frosted finish on the rest.
It is similar in height and length to the official iPad 20W charger and Zimi 18W charger, but is slightly wider.
The side of the charger is printed with the Belkin logo, which is very simple and elegant. The four sides adopt a curved transition design, which makes it very smooth to hold without blocking your hands.
It is worth mentioning that this charger adopts a folding plug design, which makes it smaller and more compact after folding. You don’t have to worry about scratching other items when you carry it out, which is very good!
Belkin charger is equipped with IPS intelligent power distribution technology, which can intelligently allocate appropriate output power according to the number and type of connected devices. Both C ports support the PD3.0 fast charging standard. When single port outputs, respectively It supports up to 18W and 60W PD fast charging. When dual-port output is used, the power is intelligently reduced to 45W+18W, with a total output of 63W.
As the saying goes, a good horse needs a good saddle. With a 63W fast-charging charger with excellent performance, of course it must also be equipped with a good fast-charging cable. For the fast charging cable, I still choose Belkin’s softly braided fast charging cable.
This fast charging cable is available in four specifications: Type-C to Type-C, Type-C to Lightning, USB-A to Type-C, USB-A to Lightning, and black, blue, white, Four colors of pink.
I chose the most commonly used Type-C to Type-C and Type-C to Lightning. The colors were white and pink for quick distinction.
The reason why I chose this fast charging cable is not only because it has passed Apple MFI certification and can match the same brand of charger, but also because of its solid workmanship.
The inner layer of this fast charging cable is wrapped in flexible silicone, and the outer layer is made of double-layer nylon weaving, creating a soft inside and rigid outside, tough and durable. The official claims that it has passed 25,000 bending tests and 10,000 bending tests. In the first plug-and-pull test, it is 25 times stronger than ordinary cables.
After actual use, you can feel that it feels soft against the skin, and the thickness of the wire is just right. It is different from the simple toughness of ordinary nylon braided charging cables, and is more resistant to bending than ordinary silicone fast charging cables. Fold without getting tangled.
As we all know, the end of the charging cable is the most fragile part. Although some charging cables are in good condition after being used for a period of time, the connectors have been bent.
Belkin’s fast charging cable is different. It uses stainless steel electroplated connectors + highly elastic plastic mesh tail. The length of the mesh tail is much longer than the official charging cable, which can provide better protection. There is also Belkin’s little man logo printed on the side, which is very recognizable.
In order to facilitate storage, Belkin's fast charging cable is also equipped with a magnetic absorption cable buckle. The adhesive-coated iron sheet is attached to the edge of the lifting table and used as a cable holder. The desktop will not be affected by too many cables. And looked messy.
Since I bought this PD fast charging set from Belkin, it is much more convenient to carry it out and charge multiple devices than before.
In the past, I always had to bring at least two chargers with me on business trips, which was very troublesome, and sometimes the socket holes were tight, and I had to worry about which one needed charging more urgently. With this dual-port gallium nitride charger from Belkin , you can easily charge an iPad and a set of headphones at the same time. It has good compatibility and supports mainstream USB-C devices such as Apple and Android. It is very convenient to blind plug and charge in daily life!
After work, I also like to play Switch games. The Switch charging base is very inconvenient to carry. This charger from Belkin happens to have a dual C-port design. One 45W port supplies power to the portable screen and can be used again. The portable screen provides reverse power supply and signal transmission to the Switch, and can be quickly combined into a small game unit. The remaining 18W port can also charge my backup iPhone 6s at the same time, so I don’t have to carry the Switch charging base and portable screen charging head. It comes with Apple’s official charging head, which saves a lot of space in your bag.
This desktop strategy article is getting longer and longer. In fact, there are still many good things that I haven’t had time to share. If you are interested, I will recommend it to you when I have the opportunity. I hope it can be a reference for your desktop construction!