INTRODUCTION

   Working at nights (just like now) is something i do a lot mainly because there's far less ambient noise around (and also less distractions) allowing me to perform noise level tests far more accurately than during the day. However what's really hard is sitting in front of a 30" LCD screen and typing without any other light source in the room (amBX lights are not strong enough) something which basically means strong and frequent headaches. To avoid that you must put less strain to your eyes and for that you always need to have a light turned on in the same room which is something i don't really like especially since the ones I have in this room are very powerful for night use. Well Newertech may have the answer for me since they just released the NuGreen Energy Efficient Flexible Neck LED Desk Lamp.

Since 1984, Newer Technology, Inc. (NewerTech) has been recognized as the leading developer of performance upgrades and accessories for Macintosh and PC computers, iPods, iPhones, and iPads. NewerTech is headquartered in Woodstock, Illinois. NewerTech features a  wide variety of the tech solutions consumers need, including: external storage solutions; NuPower replacement batteries for select Apple laptops; the NuRam line of memory upgrades; the Voyager line of docking solutions for data transfer; an extensive line of products for the Apple iPad, including the GripStand Station, for charging and syncing up to 8 iPad or iPad 2 units simultaneously; and the NewerTech Power2U, the only safe and fully UL-Listed in-wall solution for conveniently powering and charging USB devices at home. NewerTech continues in its mission to provide consumers with the tech solutions they need, backed by the quality, value, and dependability they have come to expect.

   Normally I’d never accept to review a plain desk lamp because quite honestly i don't believe that such products have a place here, however the Newertech NuGreen Desk Lamp is not plain at all and can be easily considered to be a gadget rather than just a desk lamp not only because of its LED lighting which is certainly not something we see often (even now) but also because of the very strange on/off switch which is unlike anything I’ve seen with any of the desk lamps I’ve used in the past, some of which cost many times what the NuGreen does (although i don't consider myself as the expert in desk lamps). So let’s take a closer look at the NuGreen Energy Efficient Flexible Neck LED Desk Lamp so you can all see exactly what it is that I really like about it.

SPECIFICATIONS AND FEATURES

PACKAGING AND CONTENTS

A large product image is placed at the front of the box right beneath the newertech logo.

The main features of the NuGreen LED Desk Lamp are mentioned on both sides.

Some words about the product along with its specifications list can be seen at the rear of the box.

Two pieces of cardboard keep the lamp safe during transport.

The NuGreen LED Desk Lamp is the only thing you will find inside the box.

THE NUGREEN LED DESK LAMP

The NuGreen LED Desk Lamp is made entirely with aluminum and measures roughly 31cm in height and 15cm in width (base).

As you can see the neck is quite flexible (as suggested by the product name) so you can pretty much adjust it at will.

The ring placed between the base and the neck is actually the power on/off switch and turns red when the unit is plugged onto the power (but not turned on).

The 50 LEDs placed on the light area output a color temperature of 4500k (cool white) and have an MTBF/longevity of 45.000 hours.

Still even the lamp area has a grand total of 50 LEDs they are very powerful something which didn't surprise me since the NuGreen LED Desk Lamp only uses up to 3.6W of electrical power. Still the light coming from the 50 LEDs is more than just sufficient if you want to read a book or have a light source near when sitting in front of your computer (i am using it as we speak).

Another thing i liked with the NuGreen LED Desk Lamp is that you can actually touch the 50 LEDs without burning your hand (they get slightly warm but that's it).

CONCLUSION

   First and foremost this is a Desk Lamp so right from the start i didn't expect a tremendous light output as its main feature but rather the low power requirements LED technology offers which are quite significant (btw i strongly recommend replacing all your home lamps with LED ones). To make things easier to understand the NuGreen LED Desk Lamp requires a mere 3.6W of power while my previous desk lamp had a power requirement of 27W (however it was a bit more powerful) which is roughly 8 times over. The flexibility of the neck and the build material (aluminum) are also two significant factors when choosing an desk lamp but what i really enjoyed (and still do) was the on/off ring which can be actually used by tapping it from any side (not just from the front).

   You can currently purchase the NuGreen Energy Efficient Flexible Neck LED Desk Lamp by Newertech for USD57.99 inside the USA (Amazon) but unfortunately since i was unable to track it down inside the EU that's the best and pretty much only option right now. So if you're out to buy a new lamp for your desk then i really suggest taking a look at the NuGreen LED Desk Lamp since it's really a very good choice not only because of its extremely low power requirements but also because of its design, on/off touch ring, small size and light output (although i do hope NewerTech makes a more powerful model available for people who want even more light). The same reasons are also why we are placing our Golden Award right beneath it. 

 PROS

- Build Quality (Aluminum)
- Design
- Size
- On/Off Touch Ring
- 50 LEDs / 4500k
- Requires Only 3.6W
- Amount Of Light 

CONS

- Price (For Some)
- Availability (Current)