A device stand system for a portable electronic device includes a device holder assembly couplable with the portable electronic tablet device, a stand assembly, and a hinge assembly having an angular pivot range. The hinge assembly is coupled with and located between the device holder assembly and the stand assembly. The device holder assembly is pivotable through the angular pivot range of the hinge assembly relative to the stand assembly. Other aspects are described in the claims, drawings, and text forming a part of the present disclosure.