Ergonomics Computer

Looking for a lap table to use a wireless keyboard and mouse on whilst sitting on the sofa?

I have a gaming set up where my PC is plugged into my TV. I'd like to comfortably play games whilst sitting on the sofa but need some kind of board to place a keyboard and mouse on. I'd like it to be as ergonomic as possible because the game sessions could last a couple of hours at a time. There seem to be a number of options being sold across the pond but most (if not all) have not made it to the UK yet. There are some laptop ones being sold in various places but they don't seem wide enough to use a full sized mouse on. Any suggestions would be appreciated, preferably from personal experience! Thanks for all the answers so far. To expand a little given the responses below: 1. I'm in the UK so the ability to buy over here without paying extortionate delivery charges would be good - EU is okay. 2. 3D mouse, while intriguing, is not practical unless I can get a keyboard that also doesn't need a surface to sit on! 3. Keyboard width is 41cm and I reckon I need an additional 15-20cm for the mouse to be comfortable. So an overall width of ~55-60cm would be ideal. 4. I'd prefer not to have a table, something that sits on the lap would be best. 5. Lap trays (i.e. for eating on) tend to have a 'lip' round the outside, which is not going to work. I'm no DIYer, or I would make one myself. :D

Public Comments

1. What you need is a 3D mouse. There are a couple of designs out there so you will have to shop around but most run off Bluetooth or IR. The 3D mouse works similar to the Wiimote in that you point on the screen where you want the mouse to go. Most use an accelerator to judge where the pointer should go (this is to keep them plug and play).
2. well i got this one from argos http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/6171751/Trail/searchtext>LAPTOP+TABLE.htm and its brilliant, the perfect height etc!
3. well I use this one, and it works very well. I also use it when I am in bed too. http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Folding-Laptop-Lap-Tray-Bed-Breakfast-Pine-Wood-NEW_W0QQitemZ110371378685QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Kitchen_Accessories?hash=item110371378685&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=66%3A2|65%3A1|39%3A1|240%3A1318 But if you put "lap tray" on the search box on ebay you will have loads to choose from. Alternatively, do a little diy and make yourself something to the measurements you want. I often do that if I can't find things I am searching for, and it will be cheaper too. Good luck
4. Heres an adjustable one that has a couple different uses: http://www.lapdawg.com/functions/lap-desk.html Or this one has a lamp and cupholder: http://vancouver.kijiji.ca/c-buy-and-sell-computer-accessories-Brand-New-Laptop-Tray-with-Lamp-and-Cup-Holder-Gray-W0QQAdIdZ115210860