The Belkin Cooling pad does away with the flip out stand that the older models used for prop that looks almost like an upside-down spoiler. This is more comfortable than previous models and also sturdier. With a previous model, we found that pressure on the back could actually close up the folding hinge.
If you have a hot notebook, this will do a good job of cooling things off on the base and on the palmrest area so that you can type without getting sweaty palms.