Thermaltake Tai Chi M-Series Accessories

Manufacturer: Thermaltake Technology
Supplied by: Thermaltake Technology
MSRP: Tai Chi M Notebook Cooler - $35 / Tai Chi M2 Mousepad - $20

By Dean Barker (4/02/2006)
 

 
 

Introduction

Notebook Coolers have traditionally been ho hum aluminum plates coupled with a slim fan or two.  They get the job done but don't bring much in the way of style to the workplace.  It's a notebook cooler, how much style can you give it?  Thermaltake apparently thought it could.  As they often do, Thermaltake has looked outside the box to come up with the design concept for their Tai Chi M-Series Accessory line.  Taking solid aluminum construction pieces with curves reminiscent of their Tai Chi Case, then combining these with contrasting silver and black coloring, Thermaltake brings in a healthly does of tasteful but not overpowering dash.  Presently, the Tai Chi line is limited to the Tai Chi M Notebook Cooler and matching Tai Chi M2 Aluminum Mousepad.  Both of these items blend so fluidly, they actually give off a since of order to even the most chaotic of desks (that frequently being mine.)  Thanks to our friends over at Thermaltake, we take a look at their two newest products.  Let's start off with the oversized Tai Chi M2 Mousepad.

Thermaltake Tai Chi M2
MSRP: $20

The Tai Chi M2 Mouse Pad comes in a pretty standard see through plastic package.  Opening it up I was surprised to see that the Tai Chi M2 came with its own protective cover.  A black zippered neoprene pouch with product labeling on one side is a nice little extra.  Considering the Tai Chi M2 is an aluminum product, any extra way to protect it during transport from home to office or where ever is a welcome addition.  Aluminum is lightweight but it also dents and bends following a moderate blow. 

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