【If you are going to do side jobs】Three desk gadgets that made my work more comfortable and increased my efficiency

Little innovations on the desk that make remote work and side jobs more comfortable. I will review the differences in work efficiency and burden after introducing a monitor arm, a wireless charger, and a trackball mouse.

The work burden changes when the desk environment changes

Now that remote work and side jobs have become the norm, the environment on your desk is surprisingly directly linked to the quality of your work. Just having a space to place your PC and work doesn’t allow for sustained concentration, and the fatigue afterwards can be significant.

Therefore, I picked up gadgets that I actually used for work and felt changed my experience. I will report mainly on the differences before and after implementing them.

With a monitor arm, my neck and shoulders have naturally aligned and felt more comfortable

When I used to place a mobile monitor directly on the desk, my line of sight would drop, and I would quickly suffer from neck and shoulder tension. However, since introducing this monitor arm, I can work surprisingly comfortably.

The robustness of the aluminum alloy gives a sense of security, and perhaps because the arm’s core is solid, it also provides ample stability. There's no need to drill holes in the desk or worry about wiring; it’s great that I can use it stably just by placing it there. The desk stays neat and tidy, which has also eliminated that "little feeling of gloom before starting work".

If the monitor itself is VESA standard (75mm or 100mm), it can be fixed to the back using those screw holes.

In addition, the ability to rotate and finely adjust the angle and height is also useful. Whether placed horizontally or vertically, it can be maneuvered flexibly, expanding its use for tasks like document preparation and video checks.

The monitor arm itself is very lightweight, weighing approximately 650g. It's very easy to carry. Since "the monitor is wherever you go," it can be used at business trips, so keeping it in your bag provides peace of mind as you can work at "your usual eye level."

Despite being lightweight, it offers no wobbling, creating a stress-free monitoring environment even when the location changes.

Product name / Mobile Monitor Stand
Price / 2199 yen
Material / Aluminum
Maximum compatible size / 18.5 inches
Maximum tilt angle / 90 degrees
● Newsoul

3-in-1 wireless charger for a tidy space! Both mind and desk feel settled.

Previously, I had cables prepared for my iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch, and the desk was always cluttered with wires. Wasting time on swapping or searching for them was a daily occurrence.

Since introducing this 3in1 charger, that little stress has disappeared all at once.

You can charge your iPhone and Apple Watch together just by placing them side by side. It’s truly comfortable not having to worry about the number of outlets; you just have to put them down. It’s MagSafe compatible, so they snap into position, and there's no need to adjust for the slight misalignment before charging starts.

Moreover, the fast charging performance is good, which is reassuring. If you place it before going to bed, it’s completely charged by morning. I used to worry in the morning if it wasn't charged enough, but that has disappeared, making the start of the day smoother.

When folded, it’s palm-sized, neatly fitting into pouches and bags, making it easy to take on business trips or vacations, and you can instantly create the same environment at a hotel desk as at home. This sense of reassurance to always have things be as usual, no matter the place, was beyond my imagination.

Product Name: Wireless Charger 3in1 Foldable
Price: 3599 yen
Weight: 110g
Compatible Phone Models: iPhone 16, iPhone 15, iPhone 14, iPhone 13, iPhone 12 series
Connector Type: USB Type C
●KEEPRO

Using a mouse that allows me to relax my hand has reduced shoulder and wrist fatigue.

With the previous mouse, I inevitably tensed from my forearm to my shoulder, and by the evening, I felt a lingering heaviness. Especially when doing detailed document work, the thought of "just a little more effort" was overshadowed by "my arm hurts."

So, I decided to try a different mouse.

The most surprising thing about switching to this mouse was the comfort of its 20-degree incline. My forearm naturally falls into a relaxed position, relieving the tension in my shoulder. Even after long hours of work, the absence of strain was a significant change, allowing me to feel light in my body and think, "I can still go on."

What’s even more convenient are the six customizable buttons. I have assigned button ① for copy and button ② for paste, and just this alone significantly boosts my work efficiency. There's no more reaching for the keyboard, allowing me to maintain my flow and proceed comfortably.

Though it may seem trivial, the speed of organizing materials and writing documents has greatly improved. The quiet click sound also helps in a subtle way.

It’s rechargeable and can quickly come back to usable levels, eliminating the stress of forgetting to charge it. And above all, what I love is the feel when holding it. The rubber texture fits comfortably in my hand, and just touching it is soothing. It’s not just a mere input device; it offers a comfort that makes me want to "keep touching it."

Product Name: MX ERGO
Price: 19,580 yen
Height, Width, Depth: 132.5, 99.8, 51.4 mm
Weight (without metal plate/receiver): 164 g
Weight (with metal plate/receiver): 259 g
● Logicool

I want to choose gadgets based on "how I will change."

These three items are more than just convenience; they are "a presence that eliminates unnecessary fatigue and discomfort while working."

With improved posture, a tidy desk, and reduced body fatigue, I feel that the accumulation of small improvements is contributing to an increase in productivity. I realized that it is important to choose gadgets based on "the experience after implementation" rather than flashiness.

Interview and Text / SYURI

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