Phone Stands

Whether you're using a desk phone or a cellphone, a phone stand can help you stay organized, free up space, and increase the ease of using your phone. They come in different designs, materials, sizes, and weights. Various factors go into choosing the right phone stand. Browse the extensive selections of desk organizers and accessories at Staples to find the best possible stand.

Different sizes are available
Phone stands come in varying sizes. Some are larger and taller, allowing for more space underneath the phone. In the case of an office desk, a phone stand offers desk organization and saves on space by providing a raised platform to place the phone and space underneath that can hold items such as notepads, stationery, paper, and business cards.

Consider design and purpose
When deciding the purpose of the phone stand, its design is crucial. For example, if the activities include watching videos, face-to-face chats, or following instructions on a do-it-yourself video, a user requires a phone stand that is high enough and properly angled to avoid straining the eyes.

Most desk phones lie flat on the desk. This could create some difficulty in identifying the caller ID. An angled phone stand lifts the phone and angles it forward, making the screen viewable from any seated position. 

Material and aesthetics range widely on phone stands
Depending on the design, size, and weight of the office desk, the choices of a phone stand vary. For example, if the office desk is bulky and heavy, one may require a phone stand made from sturdy materials, such as steel or wood. This enhances durability and avoid accidents from breakages or cracking.

What if you need more space?
Some phone stands come with compartments that hold various items such as sticky notes, paper, pens, pencils, and small office supplies like paper clips. This design helps eradicate the clutter often created on desks. Always consider the size of the desk concerning the size of the phone stand to prevent congestion.

Do different phones need different stands?
In the case of a mobile phone stand, it's important to consider the design and size of the phone. This helps the user to select a stand that is the right length and width, lightweight to move from one space to another, offers a pocket to allow for charging, and has anti-skid rubber feet to protect surfaces from scratches.

What about heavy phones?
To create a sturdy phone stand, some brands use premium metal, which offers strength but maintains its lightweight properties. This allows the user to move the stand from one place to another if necessary. Different designs offer a lower center of gravity to ensure stability and avoid wobbling with the weight of the phone.

Are there phone stands that are functional and look good?
With the advancement in design, you can purchase a phone stand that serves its purpose efficiently and looks good. Aesthetically, there are varying phone stands that blend in with different color schemes, interior designs, and desk arrangements. Different designs offer sleek, smart, and sophisticated looks that add a visual edge to a desk.