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MacBook Pro Bags, Sleeves, and Cases Thread
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Has anyone tested to see if the Incase universal case suits the 14” ?
Looking at the reviews many say that the case is too large for the 13” MBP & Incase’s website says that it fits the 13-14”.
I would prefer a sleeve rather then a case with zips however, there isn’t much on the market atm..
Looking at the reviews many say that the case is too large for the 13” MBP & Incase’s website says that it fits the 13-14”.
I would prefer a sleeve rather then a case with zips however, there isn’t much on the market atm..
Does anyone have any good recommendations for a minimal sleeve for the new 14" MBP? I like the feeling of Incase's neoprene sleeve and I had this one (Incase Icon Sleeve) for my 13" 2019 MBP and absolutely loved the feel and how slim it was. I keep looking at Incase's current options and even the one that says for a 13" MBP has almost an inch around each side of room. I'm looking for something more snug. I don't need tons of protection because it'll be going in either my backpack or messenger bag. I just want something soft around it.
I just received my Waterfield Dash sleeve. It fits my 14" like a glove and is extremely well made. I do wish it had a bit of padding at the bottom seam as I purchased a vertical configuration to fit in my backpack. Not a bid deal, though. All in all I'm happy with it.
Any photos of it?
Im worried that the exposed end could allow for the MBP to get scratched?
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Not really concerned about the open side. I'll only be using it when I travel and it's unlikely to get scratched while in my backpack. I suppose never say never but it is unlikely.
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I heard that the 16 inch 2021 doesn't fit in Native Union Stow Slim but fits perfectly in the Stow Lite Sleeve. Looking at their website, the Stow Slim has slightly bigger dimensions. Can someone explain why then it doesn't fit the 2021 MacBook Pro 16?
I've just tried shaking it upside down without actually holding on to the MacBook, rather holding on to the little bit of material at the end and it doesn't even budge at all. Can't ever see it falling out without actually pulling on the tabs at the top.
I’ve just ordered the Inateck case from Amazon, with promotion came down to $25AUD so worth a shot and if it’s no good, I’ll just return it. They have updated their listing to say it suits the 14” MBP and the dimensions seem to match up.
Looks to offer a fair bit of protection and also has a front zipper.
Looks to offer a fair bit of protection and also has a front zipper.
Ouch! I went ahead and ordered this one (Nidoo Case). The dimensions look pretty close so we’ll see. I also ordered this one (Incase Sleeve) too. I’ll send whichever one I don’t like better back.
MacBook Pro Bags, Sleeves, and Cases Thread
I'm thinking of getting a Tucano Second Skin for my new MBPr that is on its way to me. I have one of these currently for my 2009 15" MBP, and its nice and snug, it doesn't have an edge to it like most of the new cases do, so I'm hoping it will also be nice and snug for the MBPr. Give your...
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How do you guys stop your macbook from bending if it's stored in a backpack? This is generally why I avoid it.
Don't sit on it?
I’m aware that I have a MacBook in there so I don’t trough it around.
Have worked for me. I got one display breaking I’m 2012 when I was falling on a stupid snow/ice on the road.
Was landing in my back and well the display did break.
My insurance company replaced it for 90 euro. No big deal
I’ve never seen that happen and never crossed my mind. I’ve shoved my backpack carrying a MacBook under more airplane seats that I care to think about over the years. Never had a single issue.
I just emailed them last night for the same reason and bummed to find out I’ll have to go a different route until then
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Is this a common issue for you in the past?
I have been lugging laptops of all brands and sizes since the early 1990's and never once have I bent or broke a laptop while in a bag.
Maybe it is the backpack you have. Is it a proper laptop backpack or just a cheap one usually used by elementary school students? I have only used bags that had the proper padding for laptops, except for my Waterfield Muzzeto messenger bags (even then I never damaged any of my devices).
I have been rolling with this backpack with little paddings and I have not broken my MacBook.
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I asked at the Apple store when I was there and they advised against using it. It seems that you would have to force the MBP into the sleeve and the new feet on the bottom of the MBP would not line up.
So when I had my first 2012 retina I carried it around in a standard eastpack bag and the pressure against the screen caused it damage, I had to get it repaired under Applecare. Since then i haven't had the courage to stick it in a backpack and just hand carry.
I would say that if you have a backpack with a padded laptop compartment, you will be ok.
There have been times where I had a backpack on and I sat down on the DC Metro train with full weight and not damaged my laptop. I think the fact that it was a regular backpack and not one designed for laptop protection, you will be fine with using it in a backpack.
My favorite ones right now are the Waterfield backpacks.
I do have one backpack that "says" it supports a laptop, but the padding is very weak and minimal. I bought it anyway because it is a collectors edition Nintendo retro NES backpack.
I've been using my Peak Design Everyday Backpack V2 I got over the summer and I love it for carrying my laptop + any camera gear.
Most of the time though I use it as my everyday bag and it has room for my toiletries, AirPods, change of clothes, cables. etc.
What's great is that I was using it with my 15.4" inch - but the laptop compartment is adjustable so you can fit in smaller laptops and keep it suspended to protect from any drops and knocks. Haven't brought my 14" inch around too much but it will fit just fine in this bag.
Most of the time though I use it as my everyday bag and it has room for my toiletries, AirPods, change of clothes, cables. etc.
What's great is that I was using it with my 15.4" inch - but the laptop compartment is adjustable so you can fit in smaller laptops and keep it suspended to protect from any drops and knocks. Haven't brought my 14" inch around too much but it will fit just fine in this bag.