Update: It's been almost a year since I bought it and it looks brand new. Although usually placed on a flat, clean, non-slip surface, it is sometimes placed on a variety of surfaces. No scratches or signs of wear. The back of the stand is a fancy silicone material that can sometimes attract dirt. It's not like this. The "loop" is still elastic and shows no signs of weakening. If I could add 2 more stars I would. This is a reliable product. Bought a tablet a few weeks ago and bought 2 more stands which weren't good for continuous tablet use. I finally have this one and it suits my needs perfectly. My main issue was that none of my cases or stands allowed charging and using the device in vertical mode. I am currently using a tablet to stream a jazz station while I work and I need to keep it connected to the network. It is adjustable and foldable. Highly recommended if you frequently need to connect your tablet to the network.