Not all scanners are created equal, and this is something that one ought to take into consideration before making a purchase, especially when it is going to cost you a bomb – relatively speaking, at least where scanner prices are concerned, that is. Now here is a non-traditional scanner form factor – the $251 SnapLite Desk Lamp iPhone 5 Scanner. It looks like a regular desk lamp that you would see in any normal office or study, but when the situation calls for it, this bad boy is capable of handling scans of up to A4 sizes.

Just how does the SnapLite Desk Lamp iPhone 5 Scanner work? Well, transforming it from a regular workstation light or lap is a snap, where all that you need to do is to slide your handset onto the top and you’re good to go. This particular stand has been perfectly designed for your iPhone 5, iPhone 5s and iPhone 5c, where it will make sure your smartphone’s camera ends up as a scanner, handling a range of objects and documents up to A4 size. Not only that, you will be able to choose from a bunch of other functions and timer options, making this the ideal accessory to use at home or at the office. With its laser guide, you will gain superior scanning ability on the move, while one can also make adjustments to the lighting and brightness levels in double quick time.