So I just got a new 15.4" Macbook Pro and i was wondering if anyone knew of any protective cases that protects my mac from scratches and everything. but i also want the case to have a cool design so if anyone knows where i can get decorative+protective cases for my mac that would be great.
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Macbook Pro Cases
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Usually cases give you scratches. Why would you want to destroy the beautiful aluminum with plastic cover? I'd at least look into carbon fiber or something. All the hardshell cases I've seen made me laugh. Maybe get it painted instead:
http://www.colorware.com/p-224-macbook-pro-15-inch.aspx
http://www.colorware.com/p-224-macbook-pro-15-inch.aspx
More knowledgable? I see these cases almost every week. When I pry the book out I see the damage induced. All of them look terrible after a few months and the users apologize for destroying company assets. I would think this could help sway a purchase decision.
You really don't want a "case" as it will damage your MBP.
I'd recommend this: http://www.amazon.com/Caselogic-PAS-213-13-Inch-Macbook-Neoprene/dp/tech-data/B002W5V8SE
Congrats on the new MBP! You're welcome to hang here with the Pro's
......... but if you're feeling up for some juvenile commentary, there's a MBP forum also.
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Well here I am to throw in a different opinion. First of all, I had a hard shell Speck case on my macbook for over five years, no damage, no overheating etc.
I just upgraded to a MBP a few days ago and got a casemate hard shell for it. Half the bottom is vented for air. I have heard wonderful reviews on the product. It was even recommended in here in another thread.
I do keep my laptops raised on a Griffin stand as well to help with ventilation.
https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/1171978/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZMZmk4K57YE-this is an actual review of the product after taking it on and off, how it did with heat, etc.
I just upgraded to a MBP a few days ago and got a casemate hard shell for it. Half the bottom is vented for air. I have heard wonderful reviews on the product. It was even recommended in here in another thread.
I do keep my laptops raised on a Griffin stand as well to help with ventilation.
https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/1171978/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZMZmk4K57YE-this is an actual review of the product after taking it on and off, how it did with heat, etc.
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On my old 15" I had a Speck shell case and I really didn't like it. Made the computer bulky, a bit heavier, and I think only used it for a couple weeks.
For my new 13" I'm using an Incase neoprene sleeve that I bought for my 13" plasticbook in 2006. The sleeve can be wiped with a damp cloth on the outside for any dirt, the inside keeps the computer protected, and I don't need to use it when I'm home. The Speck case wasn't made to take on and off constantly.
For my new 13" I'm using an Incase neoprene sleeve that I bought for my 13" plasticbook in 2006. The sleeve can be wiped with a damp cloth on the outside for any dirt, the inside keeps the computer protected, and I don't need to use it when I'm home. The Speck case wasn't made to take on and off constantly.
I thought you were alluding to something like " no one knows what your talking about here".
Ah, ok. What I meant was that not every one of us (in the Mac Pro section) has a MacBook Pro and thus there are fewer people here who have thought about and looked for cases for them.
To the OP:
I, too, would go with a sleeve. I'm using a shock absorbing neoprene-like sleeve for my MBA and like it a lot. (Cool Bananas ShockProof)
hardshell cases "can" scratch ur notebook but as long as u take ur time and clean it once a while it should not give u any problems.
i use a incase frost white hardshell case for my macbook pro.
i even made a video on it: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUFmLDc93Zc
BUT cases arent cheap, least from incase and speck. i reocmend the incase neoprene sleeve plus FIRST, and than after, if you think you need a plastic case, go for it, but ALWAYS get atleast a sleeve first.
i also made a vid on the sleeve LOL
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6YupQI-jhjQ
hope they help!
take care!
i use a incase frost white hardshell case for my macbook pro.
i even made a video on it: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUFmLDc93Zc
BUT cases arent cheap, least from incase and speck. i reocmend the incase neoprene sleeve plus FIRST, and than after, if you think you need a plastic case, go for it, but ALWAYS get atleast a sleeve first.
i also made a vid on the sleeve LOL
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6YupQI-jhjQ
hope they help!
take care!
Equally making more sense now
Sorry for the ranting misunderstanding.
they do make cases for the regular macbook since not everyone has a pro LOL