It is clear that the average technology user in our modern civilization is not fully aware of the potential health risks related to portable devices such as laptops and tablets. Just to name a few, we are exposed to risks of cancer, fertility problems, DNA damage, skin irritation, and nerve damage. These harmful effects are closely related to our habits and the ways we use our portable devices on a daily basis. Most users don't even bother investing in a relatively affordable laptop cooler, let alone a $90 pad. Yet we all know at least one person that uses a laptop for extended periods of time with the device sitting straight on their lap. From a common sense point of view, it doesn't seem like a good or healthy practice to me. Do devices that provide protection exist? Absolutely! Do we need more education and awareness about what risks we face? Again, the answer is yes.