13" MBA Cases

jcspeck · Jan 2, 2013, 08:20 PM

So I was lucky to get a new MBA for Christmas, and I got the Incipio Feather case to go with it. Normally I love Incipio products, but this one has me baffled, its very snug, to the point you can barely take it back off, and then the front clips dont seem to take hold well. Anyone have any thoughts or suggestions of other cases? The only reason is that I got a nice scratch on my 2008 MBP and that bugged me every time I opened it.

JimWPVB · Jan 2, 2013, 08:39 PM

I recently got Water Field Smart Case for my 13" MBA. It does a great job of protecting the laptop, without bulk. I could not be more pleased.

Nimravus · Jan 2, 2013, 11:22 PM

So I always think about getting a case for my MBA, but I don't for 2 reasons. Heat retention and I don't want to cover up the beauty that I am trying to protect. I mean, yeah a scratch would bug me... But I'm covering up what I'm trying to protect so I can't see the beauty to begin with anyway. If that logic makes sense. Kinda like getting a beautiful iPhone and the first thing people do is cover it up.

Imagine if people got nice shiny cars and immediately covered it up with body masks like you see the spy photos. Lol.

So, $1000+ for an MBA (mine was $1499), I just can't cover it up with a cheap $50 case. And I just don't want the heat retention properties of a snug case. So I just go commando and carry it around in a sleeve instead. There are lots of beautiful sleeve options for your MBA. Just a thought...

jacob-07 · Jan 3, 2013, 12:15 AM

I used to have a speck case for my air, but decided to change it because it just didn't feel right and whenever I took off the case it felt like I was going to rip my MacBook apart. I'm now using a wrapsol and I love it. Wrapsol adds relatively no weight to the air and provides the same look as if it were naked while protecting it from scratches. I also put it in a sleeve when it's not being used.

mototriu · Jan 3, 2013, 02:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jcspeck

So I was lucky to get a new MBA for Christmas, and I got the Incipio Feather case to go with it. Normally I love Incipio products, but this one has me baffled, its very snug, to the point you can barely take it back off, and then the front clips dont seem to take hold well. Anyone have any thoughts or suggestions of other cases? The only reason is that I got a nice scratch on my 2008 MBP and that bugged me every time I opened it.

I also got a macbook air for christmas and I also (unfortunately) purchased the same case as you. I heard that the speck satin see through case is good, if you don't want that there is also a speck see through case.

DJLC · Jan 3, 2013, 02:26 AM

I love my BookBook from Twelve South. It feels nice and looks neat. It can be a bit irritating sometimes, but it's worth it for me.

Bowcaps · Jan 3, 2013, 03:39 AM

I purchased this cover -

http://www.amazon.co.uk/LArobe-Sleev...7205398&sr=8-1

back in July for my MBA and it keeps it in pristine condition. It is also fits into my (some slips are too big to fit into a 13" rucksack slot)

http://store.apple.com/uk/product/H0...sover-backpack

which I have been all over the world in the last 6 months [work] and it's a perfect combo

HTH

JoelBC · Jan 3, 2013, 05:37 AM

I use this case on my 2012 MBA and am very happy with it... http://store.apple.com/ca/product/H9...or-macbook-air

jcspeck · Jan 3, 2013, 08:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JoelBC

I use this case on my 2012 MBA and am very happy with it... http://store.apple.com/ca/product/H9...or-macbook-air

How do you like your moshi, is it easy to install/remove? No fears of breakage?

wolfpuppies3 · Jan 3, 2013, 11:44 AM

Echo DJLC's thoughts. I have the Book Book for both my Airs as well as my iPad3. Love it for it's ease of use, protection offered, and stealth appearance.

http://twelvesouth.com/products/BookBook_for_Air/

kage207 · Jan 3, 2013, 11:50 AM

I always run around naked~

JoelBC · Jan 3, 2013, 03:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jcspeck

How do you like your moshi, is it easy to install/remove? No fears of breakage?

I could not be happier...I like the rubbery texture, it does not change the appearance of the MBA, it does not scratch, it protects the MBA, it is easy to put on / take off, etc.

I suggest you get one as you will not be disappointed.

Joel

Scepticalscribe · Jan 4, 2013, 05:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DJLC

I love my BookBook from Twelve South. It feels nice and looks neat. It can be a bit irritating sometimes, but it's worth it for me.

Quote:

Originally Posted by wolfpuppies3

Echo DJLC's thoughts. I have the Book Book for both my Airs as well as my iPad3. Love it for it's ease of use, protection offered, and stealth appearance.

http://twelvesouth.com/products/BookBook_for_Air/

I have looked at the BookBook products and must say I think they are very attractive and quite classy. If I ever thought that I needed a cover for my MBA, this is the one which I would buy.

Personally, I don't have a cover on my MBA; the thing is made from aluminium, (rather than the plastic of other models which I had in the past) and is both sturdy and designed to be used. However, when travelling, I put it in a padded A4 envelope which then rests snugly in a compartment of my elegant, neat Italian leather briefcase.

Tom Sawyer · Jan 5, 2013, 06:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JoelBC

I use this case on my 2012 MBA and am very happy with it... http://store.apple.com/ca/product/H9...or-macbook-air

Just ordered one of these for my 13" 2012 Air that I picked up today. I'll post my impressions when it arrives.

mariotheotaku · Jan 5, 2013, 07:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tom Sawyer

Just ordered one of these for my 13" 2012 Air that I picked up today. I'll post my impressions when it arrives.

Please do. I'm thinking on getting one for my incoming MBA.

EthanMiller · Jan 5, 2013, 10:34 PM

I've always really like the Air without anything on it. Still, traveling I wanted a bit more protection for it. So I got a Speck sleeve (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...ls_o01_s00_i00), and so far I've really liked it.

Funny story - Before I got the sleeve, I had a canvas bag I used. The Air was sharp enough to wear a hole in the bag. (The bag was replaced under warrantee.)

The plastic cases I've always felt were overpriced and didn't actually do anything positive. My opinion.

cedwhatev · Jan 5, 2013, 10:38 PM

I always recommend this case... I have one for my 11" MBA and one for my wife's 13" MBA.. excellent product. Go with the rustic sleeve for better protection.

http://mintcases.com/

Tom Sawyer · Jan 9, 2013, 08:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mariotheotaku

Please do. I'm thinking on getting one for my incoming MBA.

Received my Moshi case today. Bottom line: The case is nothing short of fantastic. The fit is simply perfect... fits very securely on the Air without feeling like you're going to break (or scratch) the machine getting it on. The lid fits a bit tighter (took a little more force to 'pop' the edges over the lid edge) but as I said, fits beautifully. The finish is very nice... I actually feel a little more secure holding/carrying the computer. It does not add very much thickness at all and just feels... correct on this machine. Excellent fit and finish, the opacity is nice... couldn't be happier!

cjgonzales1900 · Jan 10, 2013, 12:53 AM

I love the look of my MBA and didnt want to cover it up, but thinking about resell value and looking at scratches everyday, I went with the Zagg Invisible Shield, had it installed at my local mall, I am really happy with it, only down side is it doesnt protect well against dings/dents. Have 1 dent in the top of my MBA.

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Nimravus

So I always think about getting a case for my MBA, but I don't for 2 reasons. Heat retention and I don't want to cover up the beauty that I am trying to protect. I mean, yeah a scratch would bug me... But I'm covering up what I'm trying to protect so I can't see the beauty to begin with anyway. If that logic makes sense. Kinda like getting a beautiful iPhone and the first thing people do is cover it up.

Imagine if people got nice shiny cars and immediately covered it up with body masks like you see the spy photos. Lol.

So, $1000+ for an MBA (mine was $1499), I just can't cover it up with a cheap $50 case. And I just don't want the heat retention properties of a snug case. So I just go commando and carry it around in a sleeve instead. There are lots of beautiful sleeve options for your MBA. Just a thought...

You might want to get a Zagg Invisible Shield. or the SGP version of it with Matte finish.

Severum · Jan 10, 2013, 04:34 PM

I bought one of these for my 2012 Macbook Air: EasyAcc 13.3 inch Laptop Ultrabook Leather Sleeve Carry Case Cover for Apple Macbook Air 13.3. The only issue being that it was not real leather, but fits the Air very well.

JohnLT13 · 06:47 PM

I have this on my 11" MBA. Fits well and protects great. Not the highest quality, but at the price I'm more then happy.

http://www.amazon.com/TopCase-Rubber...ref=pd_sbs_e_1

Jan 2, 2013, 08:20 PM	#1
jcspeck macrumors newbie Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Texas	13" MBA Cases So I was lucky to get a new MBA for Christmas, and I got the Incipio Feather case to go with it. Normally I love Incipio products, but this one has me baffled, its very snug, to the point you can barely take it back off, and then the front clips dont seem to take hold well. Anyone have any thoughts or suggestions of other cases? The only reason is that I got a nice scratch on my 2008 MBP and that bugged me every time I opened it. __________________ 27" iMac, 2.8Ghz I7, 8GB RAM; 15" Aluminum Macbook Pro, 2.4 GHz, 4 GB RAM, 500 GB HD ; 16 GB iPod Touch (1st gen); 32 GB iPhone 5 (white); 4 GB iPod nano; 2 GB iPod Shuffle
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Jan 2, 2013, 08:39 PM	#2
JimWPVB macrumors newbie Join Date: Jul 2012	WF Bags I recently got Water Field Smart Case for my 13" MBA. It does a great job of protecting the laptop, without bulk. I could not be more pleased.
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Jan 2, 2013, 11:22 PM	#3
Nimravus macrumors member Join Date: Jan 2013	Irony So I always think about getting a case for my MBA, but I don't for 2 reasons. Heat retention and I don't want to cover up the beauty that I am trying to protect. I mean, yeah a scratch would bug me... But I'm covering up what I'm trying to protect so I can't see the beauty to begin with anyway. If that logic makes sense. Kinda like getting a beautiful iPhone and the first thing people do is cover it up. Imagine if people got nice shiny cars and immediately covered it up with body masks like you see the spy photos. Lol. So, $1000+ for an MBA (mine was $1499), I just can't cover it up with a cheap $50 case. And I just don't want the heat retention properties of a snug case. So I just go commando and carry it around in a sleeve instead. There are lots of beautiful sleeve options for your MBA. Just a thought...
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Jan 3, 2013, 02:26 AM	#6
DJLC macrumors 6502 Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Mooresville, NC	I love my BookBook from Twelve South. It feels nice and looks neat. It can be a bit irritating sometimes, but it's worth it for me. __________________ -John Mairs
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Jan 3, 2013, 03:39 AM	#7
Bowcaps macrumors member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Cornwall, UK	I purchased this cover - http://www.amazon.co.uk/LArobe-Sleev...7205398&sr=8-1 back in July for my MBA and it keeps it in pristine condition. It is also fits into my (some slips are too big to fit into a 13" rucksack slot) http://store.apple.com/uk/product/H0...sover-backpack which I have been all over the world in the last 6 months [work] and it's a perfect combo HTH __________________ 2012 iMac 27" i7 \| 2012 MBA 13" i7 \| 2013 rMBP 13" i7 \| iPad 2 \| iPhone 5 \| TV3
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Jan 3, 2013, 12:15 AM	#4
jacob-07 macrumors regular Join Date: May 2011	I used to have a speck case for my air, but decided to change it because it just didn't feel right and whenever I took off the case it felt like I was going to rip my MacBook apart. I'm now using a wrapsol and I love it. Wrapsol adds relatively no weight to the air and provides the same look as if it were naked while protecting it from scratches. I also put it in a sleeve when it's not being used.
	1

Jan 3, 2013, 05:37 AM	#8
JoelBC macrumors 6502 Join Date: Jun 2012	I use this case on my 2012 MBA and am very happy with it... http://store.apple.com/ca/product/H9...or-macbook-air
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Jan 3, 2013, 11:44 AM	#10
wolfpuppies3 macrumors 6502 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Virginia, USA	Echo DJLC's thoughts. I have the Book Book for both my Airs as well as my iPad3. Love it for it's ease of use, protection offered, and stealth appearance. http://twelvesouth.com/products/BookBook_for_Air/ __________________ 2012 MBA 13, 2 Ghz i7, 8 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD; 2011 MBA 11, 1.8 Ghz i7, 4 GB RAM, 256 GB SSD; 2010 MB Pro 15, 2.66 Ghz i7, 8 GB RAM, 512 GB SSD; two iPad 3s and a mini, two iPhones and a bunch of iPods
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Jan 3, 2013, 11:50 AM	#11
kage207 macrumors 6502a Join Date: Jul 2008	I always run around naked~ __________________ MBA 13", i5 1.8GHz, 8GM RAM, 128GB SSD These are amazing products that enrich our lives that we see as toys, remember that they are expensive and should be used as tools to reach our dreams~
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Jan 5, 2013, 10:34 PM	#16
EthanMiller macrumors member Join Date: Aug 2011	I've always really like the Air without anything on it. Still, traveling I wanted a bit more protection for it. So I got a Speck sleeve (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...ls_o01_s00_i00), and so far I've really liked it. Funny story - Before I got the sleeve, I had a canvas bag I used. The Air was sharp enough to wear a hole in the bag. (The bag was replaced under warrantee.) The plastic cases I've always felt were overpriced and didn't actually do anything positive. My opinion. __________________ - Ethan Miller (Before you post, think: "What am I trying to accomplish with this post?" Then, think: "Does it accomplish that?" Only then post.)
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Jan 5, 2013, 10:38 PM	#17
cedwhatev macrumors regular Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Canada	I always recommend this case... I have one for my 11" MBA and one for my wife's 13" MBA.. excellent product. Go with the rustic sleeve for better protection. http://mintcases.com/ __________________ MacBook Air 11" 2012 1.7GHz, 8GB, 128SSD
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Jan 10, 2013, 04:34 PM	#20
Severum macrumors newbie Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Wareham, Dorset	I bought one of these for my 2012 Macbook Air: EasyAcc 13.3 inch Laptop Ultrabook Leather Sleeve Carry Case Cover for Apple Macbook Air 13.3. The only issue being that it was not real leather, but fits the Air very well.
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Jan 10, 2013, 06:40 PM	#21
JohnLT13 macrumors regular Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Boston	I have this on my 11" MBA. Fits well and protects great. Not the highest quality, but at the price I'm more then happy. http://www.amazon.com/TopCase-Rubber...ref=pd_sbs_e_1 Last edited by JohnLT13; Jan 10, 2013 at 06:47 PM.
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