Dont know why any of you buy plastic cases to "protect" your rMBP.
They either show scratches, or fingerprints. They certainly only protect from body scratches and they are ridiculously priced.
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MacBook Pro Bags, Sleeves, and Cases Thread
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Dont know why any of you buy plastic cases to "protect" your rMBP.
They either show scratches, or fingerprints. They certainly only protect from body scratches and they are ridiculously priced.
Does anyone have one of these Cache sleeves? I was wondering how much padding is in the sides? I want a sleeve for my rMBP to be padded but still small enough that I can put it in my bag to protect it and make it a little more snug.
http://www.tombihn.com/laptop_bags/TB0350.html
http://www.tombihn.com/laptop_bags/TB0350.html
Anyone have any experience with Herschel Supply co. ?
I was at the local apple store and saw this bag in green camo, it was gorgeous.
(http://www.zappos.com/herschel-pop-quiz-computer-sleeve-15-rust)
Can't find it in the same color camo online anywhere (only desert camo which doesn't look half as nice), but I might just go back to the apple store and pick it up. They only had one left in the camo color way. I really liked how it was fleece lined, really soft. I don't really need a sleeve for durability as much as i do for simple reliability.. I just want a sleeve to put my macbook pro in when I am not using it, to keep safe on my desk or around the house and rarely if ever traveling once in a blue moon.
Thoughts ?
I was at the local apple store and saw this bag in green camo, it was gorgeous.
(http://www.zappos.com/herschel-pop-quiz-computer-sleeve-15-rust)
Can't find it in the same color camo online anywhere (only desert camo which doesn't look half as nice), but I might just go back to the apple store and pick it up. They only had one left in the camo color way. I really liked how it was fleece lined, really soft. I don't really need a sleeve for durability as much as i do for simple reliability.. I just want a sleeve to put my macbook pro in when I am not using it, to keep safe on my desk or around the house and rarely if ever traveling once in a blue moon.
Thoughts ?
btw anyone here who has the suede sleeve jacket?
http://www.sfbags.com/products/laptopsuedejacket/laptopsuedejacket.htm
what are your impressions?im waiting for it to be delivered
I like it
Beautiful quality stuff, recommended. Not sure how the fit will be for the rMBP though.
Just received my Speck Satin rMBP case. It fits great and luckily it also fits in with my Booq rMBP Mamba Sleeve! It's a snug fit but it fits without any difficulty when zipping it up the sleeve. Just a side note though- my speck case did come with some small but visible scratches already on the lid upon arrival so don't be surprised if that happens to you as well.
my wife had this issue with a speck satin case I bought online for her it's also slightly loose in the middle of the top part. I personally don't like hard cases but she wanted purple...
I'm going to buy the suede case posted above, I really like the simplicity of it and after all who doesn't like the feeling of suede?
What color is that Incase Terra Sleeve? It looks somewhat like the blue denim one but I can't tell.
Actually I can't tell you, I can't seem to find it online anywhere or Incases website. I think it's part of the Heathered collection maybe?
I found mine at the Apple Store.
Tom Bihn Vertical Braincell
Well after much reading and research, I've decided to purchase a Brain Cell to protect my MBP. Its quite well constructed with my laptop resting in a foam cradle while protected on all sides by hard plastic. It also has several pockets for your poweradapter and pens as well as belt loops for a strap. The downside with all its foam/plastic awesomness is how its quite large causing it to not fit in smaller backpacks. It also is a bit pricey at $70 with shipping/handling. Cons aside, I would highly recommend it to people who want to keep their shiny laptop safe.
Link: http://www.tombihn.com/PROD/TB0390.html
note: if you plan to purchase, make sure chose the retina specific size or it'll be too thick.
Well after much reading and research, I've decided to purchase a Brain Cell to protect my MBP. Its quite well constructed with my laptop resting in a foam cradle while protected on all sides by hard plastic. It also has several pockets for your poweradapter and pens as well as belt loops for a strap. The downside with all its foam/plastic awesomness is how its quite large causing it to not fit in smaller backpacks. It also is a bit pricey at $70 with shipping/handling. Cons aside, I would highly recommend it to people who want to keep their shiny laptop safe.
Link: http://www.tombihn.com/PROD/TB0390.html
note: if you plan to purchase, make sure chose the retina specific size or it'll be too thick.
I like the memory foam idea. However I'm going with this version from EBay the sides are memory foam. I think its smaller than this image shows.
LINK
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My problem is I can't decide. I like the idea of this shell too.
It says it has crumple zones to absorb drops.
LINK
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And then there is the well known and proven Thule!
Indecision is a terrible thing...
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Then another curve I found was the Booq Squeez.
CNET Review
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But wait the Cobra hard case! Perfect Hard Shell Case
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My problem is I can't decide. I like the idea of this shell too.
It says it has crumple zones to absorb drops.
LINK
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And then there is the well known and proven Thule!
Indecision is a terrible thing...
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Then another curve I found was the Booq Squeez.
CNET Review
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But wait the Cobra hard case! Perfect Hard Shell Case
I just got home from my vacation and my new incase terra sleeve was at my door step! I am now mad I bought the booq mamba sleeve as my first sleeve. At the moment I don't have a hard case for my laptop, and now that I have this sleeve and tested it, I may not get one. It fits the rMBP perfectly. There is enough room in it where it won't damage anything, but not too much where it will slide around. It is also very convenient for anyone, like me, who carries there laptop around in a backpack. I have the North Face surge backpack, and to be able to slide my rMBP into the terra sleeve, then slide the sleeve into the laptop compartment without having to take back out the sleeve during school is very nice. If anyone is just looking for a sleeve for their rMBP this is the one to get! Now I'll need to see if I can either return the booq mamba, if not I'll have to just throw it away. I'm not going to sell someone a sleeve that will damage their laptop.
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Speck smartshell case
I live in ONTARIO CANADA where can I buy the BLACK SATIN SPECK SMARTSHELL CASE for rMBP!?
I was going to purchase online from Speck, but shipping costs A LOT and it's out of stock! (HOW LONG WILL IT BE OUT OF STOCK FOR? )
I live in ONTARIO CANADA where can I buy the BLACK SATIN SPECK SMARTSHELL CASE for rMBP!?
I was going to purchase online from Speck, but shipping costs A LOT and it's out of stock! (HOW LONG WILL IT BE OUT OF STOCK FOR?
)Thank you! I'll look around. I like yours than the other ones I've seen on their website.
How are you liking the Speck Smartshell so far?
The Speck Smartshell is great! I feel when I move my Macbook from room to room I have a better grip without having to worry about anything potentially scratching the outside surface of it
It does get a little toasty from time to time but thats the price to pay to protect your macbook with a plastic shell
See now this I find really annoying. Incase already has several cases for the iphone5 on pre-order, and the damn thing isn't even out yet. But the RMBP has been out for a few months already and no specific case made for it. Cases even before sales begin of a product that costs $500 (depending) and no cases for a $3000 (also depending) product that's been out for a pretty good time. IMO Incase isn't putting enough effort where they should.
See now this I find really annoying. Incase already has several cases for the iphone5 on pre-order, and the damn thing isn't even out yet. But the RMBP has been out for a few months already and no specific case made for it. Cases even before sales begin of a product that costs $500 (depending) and no cases for a $3000 (also depending) product that's been out for a pretty good time. IMO Incase isn't putting enough effort where they should.
As much as I would like to see a rMBP case from Incase... They will probably make much more money from an iPhone case.
See now this I find really annoying. Incase already has several cases for the iphone5 on pre-order, and the damn thing isn't even out yet. But the RMBP has been out for a few months already and no specific case made for it. Cases even before sales begin of a product that costs $500 (depending) and no cases for a $3000 (also depending) product that's been out for a pretty good time. IMO Incase isn't putting enough effort where they should.
Basic economics they make most of there money off iphone cases
. rMBP cases are not as high priory plus the vents make engineering them a little bit more complex.
InCase wouldn't be the first company to stop making beautiful MacBook Pro cases and only release iPhone cases.
No doubt it's about the money.
No doubt it's about the money.
See now this I find really annoying. Incase already has several cases for the iphone5 on pre-order, and the damn thing isn't even out yet. But the RMBP has been out for a few months already and no specific case made for it. Cases even before sales begin of a product that costs $500 (depending) and no cases for a $3000 (also depending) product that's been out for a pretty good time. IMO Incase isn't putting enough effort where they should.