Foldable Silicone Phone Stand

Bends into a stand, flattens into nothing, and grips hard enough that the phone stays put. Two hundred and sixty-four rupees.

What it actually is

A flexible silicone stand that folds into a wedge to prop a phone at a viewing angle and flattens completely for a pocket or bag. The material is grippy on both faces, so it holds the phone and holds the desk.

Who it's for

Everyone, honestly. Video calls, propping a recipe up in the kitchen, watching something while eating. At this price it is the sort of thing you buy three of and leave one in each bag.

The honest downside

Silicone attracts dust and lint and will look grubby within weeks — it washes, but you will have to. It supports one or two viewing angles rather than being freely adjustable, and it will not hold a heavy phone in a thick case at the steepest angle. It is also small enough to lose.

Check these before you buy

• That the angle suits your use — some fold to a shallower angle than photos suggest
• Whether it supports landscape as well as portrait
• Weight rating if you use a large phone in a heavy case
• Colour, since lighter silicone shows dirt considerably faster

Verdict

The best value on this entire site. There is no scenario where this is a bad purchase.

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