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MacBook Pro Bags, Sleeves, and Cases Thread
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Macbook Pro 2017 with Vaja Case
I got the icon sleeve for the 2017 MBP 15" and can confirm it is a perfect fit. While there is maybe a 2mm gap as pictured earlier in the thread the Mac is not sliding around but sits tight. This gap is really needed to slide your fingers below the laptop and pull it out.
I cannot comment on the 13" version.
I cannot comment on the 13" version.
I am hearing this more and more and so either Incase fixed the initial batches or people were hasty in criticising the necessary gap. I have just ordered the sleeve for my 15" and will comment on it here in due course.
As a side note, my friend has the 13" sleeve and it really is impressively slender and yet robust - quite a unique mix as you tend to get one or the other attribute.
I am liking the Tomtoc 360 sleeve for my 2015 13" MBP. It's super soft inside and has a pouch on the outside for the charger-this is critical as so many sleeves don't have room for anything other than the laptop.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HCF0XMU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HCF0XMU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I would put my vote in for Tomtoc also.
They make a side open sleeve
a bottom open briefcase style with handle
a side open sleeve with handle
and a side open sleeve with handle and shoulder strap.
Corner protectors, padded sides so zippers cannot scratch, and multiple colors.
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I have the 2017 13" tbMBP and the Icon sleeve (for tbMBP so they claim) and can confirm it definitely slides around in inside the sleeve. There's also a 3 to 4mm gap all around. See my earlier post #4297.
Maybe the 15" is a much better fit?
My partner also bought the Incase hardcore and used it with my leftover Icon sleeve (for rMBP) and that combination fits together perfectly. No sliding and very snug.
Yes, there is approximately a 3mm gap running around the MBP in the sleeve. But, I do believe it is necessary to allow for easy entry/exit without having to fuss too much. I have moved the sleeve about to test how much it shifts and it's very little and very slowly so I cannot see how it could possibly cause any damage. The Icons are selling out as soon as they launch in the UK (within a day) and so I think that if the gaps were a problem, sales would reflect that.
I went with the Thule Gauntlet 3.0 since I needed a sleeve that could resist a little more challenging environment, and I can use the Macbook without taken it out of the sleeve.
https://www.thule.com/en/se/compute...let-30-macbook-pro-sleeve-15-_-tl_85854234856
https://www.thule.com/en/se/compute...let-30-macbook-pro-sleeve-15-_-tl_85854234856
it's rather impossible for me to brows through 176 pages so i'll just ask: does somebody know if there's a thin and hard sleeve or pouch which does not add much bulk? therefore, there shouldn't be extra compartments or such. thank you for your help.
I'm interested in this case as I think it's looks top quality.. just want to ask is it leather or plastic on the inside of the case? Also do you recon it would fit on the Macbook pro if it has a protective skin on it?
Thanks
I've finally compared a bunch of the tensaerlite icon sleeve (thanks Amazon, for being understanding!). I've been enjoying the icon sleeve for my 13" 2015 MacBook Pro for two years and wanted the same for my new 13" 2017 with TB. Here's my findings:
The 12" MacBook Air sleeve (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B010ECL868) does not fit (it's just barely too small).
The 13" MacBook Air sleeve (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B011SOAL64) is much too large with lots of empty space above and on the sides of the MacBook.
The 2016 version (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06XCZ1YL8) seems just about right (not perfect, but definitely will suffice). It's the same fit as my 2015 setup, with just about 1/4-1/2" on the sides of the MacBook.
I think I've managed to post photos. The picture with the white paper on the sleeve is my 2015 MB and the other (with my stubby fingers) is my 2017 MB.
Hope this helps...
The 12" MacBook Air sleeve (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B010ECL868) does not fit (it's just barely too small).
The 13" MacBook Air sleeve (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B011SOAL64) is much too large with lots of empty space above and on the sides of the MacBook.
The 2016 version (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06XCZ1YL8) seems just about right (not perfect, but definitely will suffice). It's the same fit as my 2015 setup, with just about 1/4-1/2" on the sides of the MacBook.
I think I've managed to post photos. The picture with the white paper on the sleeve is my 2015 MB and the other (with my stubby fingers) is my 2017 MB.
Hope this helps...
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To those with Incase Icon sleeves:
I am between ordering Incase 15" or Thule Gauntlet 3.0 for my 2017" MBP 15"
How hard is the Incase? Because mainly what i am concerned about is the possibility of bending when bag is stuffed full. So i want my case to be "extra rugged" to protect it from any possible bending....
I am between ordering Incase 15" or Thule Gauntlet 3.0 for my 2017" MBP 15"
How hard is the Incase? Because mainly what i am concerned about is the possibility of bending when bag is stuffed full. So i want my case to be "extra rugged" to protect it from any possible bending....
It's a soft case. It has a spine around the outer edge to keeps its shape, but deforms easily with a single hand. It's meant more for scratch protection and possibly keeping the corners from impacting if you drop your backpack/laptop bag.
Bummer
Thanks for the info tho! 70$ for soft sleeve is little too much to me. It's a very nice, but i'll get something more rugged.
It's not often I can provide info but I'm happy to when I can.Bummer
70$ for soft sleeve is little too much to me. It's a very nice, but i'll get something more rugged.
Is that regarding the new Icon? If so, that's a total joke as the labelling clearly states it's for the USB C MBPs and does not list this model as one of many compatibles.
i ask them about their current icon sleeve for the latest macbook pros (sorry for my bad english)
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Interesting... I wonder if this related to the 13" sleeve only (despite it being advertised as MacBook Pro USB-C). The 15" fits pretty well. While there is 2-3mm gap I view this as practical as it allows to easily remove the notebook from the sleeve. Any tighter and you would have to peel it out.
This was precisely my view. Although I am put out by Incase saying that a revised Icon sleeve is being made which is specifically for the 2016/17 MBPS, when the current version is marketed as the very same!
After browsing through this thread, made an order on the Tomtoc 360 sleeve for my 15" 2017.
Now the question is, what is the best messenger styled hard shell bag (Something like Thule Gauntlet 3.0 bag, unfortunately MBP will not fit inside there with a sleeve... probably) that i can fit my sleeved MBP?
Any suggestions?
Now the question is, what is the best messenger styled hard shell bag (Something like Thule Gauntlet 3.0 bag, unfortunately MBP will not fit inside there with a sleeve... probably) that i can fit my sleeved MBP?
Any suggestions?