MacBook Pro Bags, Sleeves, and Cases Thread

[rgr555]

^-- lol

received the Speck smart shell today.
very well made, very impressed with how the edges line up and are cut perfectly.

however,I find it very hard to remove the top piece though once put on (I had to, since some of the edges had plastic debris in between the case once installed).

It was harder than I thought to install too, seems very tight. best way is to lay it flat and closed, and just press the edges down start from the bottom clips then upwards.

all in all its a perfect case imo in terms of quality and keeping the aesthetics

 

[alexwei]

I've got a lovely Pipetto leather sleeve but I hate things that don't fit just right. I just know it's gonna be too loose when my rMBP arrives.

how does the sleeve work with your MBPR?

 

[Serghy]

Hey guys

I'm considering as well what to buy to protect my rMBP

just out of curiosity did anybody try to combine a Speck cover with a clean film like wrapsol, does it fit?

thanks

 

[zipur]

Is it just me or every third post is about the speck case? Enough with the speck. I went to BB and looked at it. its nothing special, just a snap on case.
something must be up with the repeated post just for speck cases.

{EDIT} Darn I just did it too.

 

[jedolley]

Is it just me or every three post are about the speck case? Enough with the speck. I went to BB and looked at it. its nothing special, just a snap on case.
something must be up with the repeated post just for speck cases.

It's getting a lot of mention lately because it just came out. Also, the case you saw was not for the rMBP since it's not sold at BB, but probably a similar speck case for another macbook.

Not sure what you mean by "something must be up", again it's probably because it's new.

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Hey guys

I'm considering as well what to buy to protect my rMBP

just out of curiosity did anybody try to combine a Speck cover with a clean film like wrapsol, does it fit?

thanks

Yeah, about 5 posts before yours.

Love it since dust can't get in and scratch the rMBP. On MBA dust would scratch the computer with speck hard case. Wrapsol skin is thin enough to not affect fitment. I am able to snap case on with no issues

 

[Serghy]

It is just the only solution in case you want an hard case

Incase still hasn't realized anything

there is the HardCandy one, but I'm not that sure of the "wrapping" solution that they came up with

 

[PackFan]

Anyone seen these from Worldshopping via Amazon?

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008UNBWJW/ref=gno_cart_title_1

 

[Adidas Addict]

how does the sleeve work with your MBPR?

A little too loose unfortunately, but yeah I'm currently still using it. Beautiful leather that I haven't seen matched from other manufacturers.

 

[pikkashoe]

Anyone know if the speck shell will fit over the icarbons wrap.
I really want to get the clear one and i love the look of the icarbon carbon fiber wrap, but its just not enough protection.

 

[X-Ravin]

Just ordered one of these. Have had it in a neoprene sleeve but seeing some of the drop threads on here that just didn't feel like enough. Also it's nice having water resistance for when it rains and I'm walking on campus.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0069IYAA8

 

[kfscoll]

Anyone seen these from Worldshopping via Amazon?

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008UNBWJW/ref=gno_cart_title_1

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Those look exactly like the Kuzy cases. I'd be shocked if they're not the exact same thing.

 

[Ancaster]

Don't those vents at the bottom increase the risk of particulate matter getting in and scratching?

 

[jedolley]

Don't those vents at the bottom increase the risk of particulate matter getting in and scratching?

I would think so as well. IMO they really don't serve a purpose as I don't think the cut outs are going to keep the rMBP any cooler. That's why I like the Speck... The only vent cut outs are where the vents are. Also, I have not noticed any increase in temps with the case on as opposed to it being nekkid. Don't get me wrong the Kuzy is a nice attempt and if it were closer to the Speck in quality and lose the cutouts, I would have gone that route.

 

[lordjonny]

Just installed my iCarbons, took a couple of weeks to get here as I'm in the UK but worth the wait and royal mails extortinate charge of £8 just to "handle" them! I got a thule attache when i first got it as well.

Album: http://imgur.com/a/sH8Bi

Hover zoomers:
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http://i.imgur.com/HIueCh.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/Cw8dVh.jpg

 

[kfscoll]

I would think so as well. IMO they really don't serve a purpose as I don't think the cut outs are going to keep the rMBP any cooler. That's why I like the Speck... The only vent cut outs are where the vents are. Also, I have not noticed any increase in temps with the case on as opposed to it being nekkid. Don't get me wrong the Kuzy is a nice attempt and if it were closer to the Speck in quality and lose the cutouts, I would have gone that route.

Aluminum is a good heat conductor; plastic most definitely is not. In other words, the aluminum case itself helps cool the computer, but when you cover up the aluminum with plastic, it's like throwing a thin blanket on it since the heat the aluminum case normally transfers to the air can't go anywhere.

I'd rather have the Kuzy case's vents than none at all.

 

[jedolley]

Aluminum is a good heat conductor; plastic most definitely is not. In other words, the aluminum case itself helps cool the computer, but when you cover up the aluminum with plastic, it's like throwing a thin blanket on it since the heat the aluminum case normally transfers to the air can't go anywhere.

I'd rather have the Kuzy case's vents than none at all.

That sounded really scientificky, but the truth is there is no noticeable difference in heat with the Speck case on or off.

 

[rgr555]

Aluminum is a good heat conductor; plastic most definitely is not. In other words, the aluminum case itself helps cool the computer, but when you cover up the aluminum with plastic, it's like throwing a thin blanket on it since the heat the aluminum case normally transfers to the air can't go anywhere.

I'd rather have the Kuzy case's vents than none at all.

yea go ahead get the kuzy lol

 

[zipur]

I read so many comments on heat problem concerns. Is the cooling fan that bad? I think for the normal user heat is not an issue. My macbook has been solid an very cool, what are you guys doing to get These machines to burn up?
I just want to post this positive fact to people new to the macbook so they don't go out an buy a nitrogen cooling system while browsing the web or sending emails.

 

[cooa99]

speck smartshell case for Retina display macbook pro

I am interested in one of this so here are my questions for those who are aware of/have theses cases

1) which is better ? satin black or the glossy transparent one?.
Pictures link of these two would be ideal if possible please. The speck website pictures
2) recommendations for good 'transparent' skins to cover the macbook pro ..... I am in the UK


cheers

cooa99

 

[jedolley]

I am interested in one of this so here are my questions for those who are aware of/have theses cases

1) which is better ? satin black or the glossy transparent one?.
Pictures link of these two would be ideal if possible please. The speck website pictures
2) recommendations for good 'transparent' skins to cover the macbook pro ..... I am in the UK


cheers

cooa99

I don't think there is a "better" since it's personal preference. I currently have both the Clear and Satin Black, and currently prefer the Satin. The satin has a rubberized feel and hides scratches better. The clear allows you to see rMBP, but scratches easier. Personally, I am hoping they release the Satin Clear/Frosted before my 30 day return period runs out on the Satin Black.

 

[cooa99]

I don't think there is a "better" since it's personal preference. I currently have both the Clear and Satin Black, and currently prefer the Satin. The satin has a rubberized feel and hides scratches better. The clear allows you to see rMBP, but scratches easier. Personally, I am hoping they release the Satin Clear/Frosted before my 30 day return period runs out on the Satin Black.

cheers,

what is ur opinion regarding previous comments that the hardcases could also cause scratches on the rMBP ?

 

[jedolley]

cheers,

what is ur opinion regarding previous comments that the hardcases could also cause scratches on the rMBP ?

I agree that it's possible under the right (er, I guess wrong) circumstances. However, IMO it's less likely to happen with the Speck case than it is with some of the Amazon/eBay generic cases. The reason being is that the generic cases have more (and IMO unnecessary) cut-outs that would allow more dust/debris to get under the case. Also, with my hard shell cases, before I apply them I make sure to wipe the underside with a micro-fiber cloth and in some cases use an air can to make sure to get rid of any dust/debris prior to installing the case. Once the case is installed it is less likely that dust/debris will get between the case and the macbook to cause the scratches.

Also, some people claim that the snap tabs on these types of cases also cause scratch marks on the macbook. This has not been my experience, but I do agree that it's possible. I don't usually remove/re-add my case that often, but when I do, I do so very slowly and carefully and have yet to see any marks on any of the macbooks I have had these types of cases on (Speck or otherwise).

 

[cooa99]

I agree that it's possible under the right (er, I guess wrong) circumstances. However, IMO it's less likely to happen with the Speck case than it is with some of the Amazon/eBay generic cases. The reason being is that the generic cases have more (and IMO unnecessary) cut-outs that would allow more dust/debris to get under the case. Also, with my hard shell cases, before I apply them I make sure to wipe the underside with a micro-fiber cloth and in some cases use an air can to make sure to get rid of any dust/debris prior to installing the case. Once the case is installed it is less likely that dust/debris will get between the case and the macbook to cause the scratches.

Also, some people claim that the snap tabs on these types of cases also cause scratch marks on the macbook. This has not been my experience, but I do agree that it's possible. I don't usually remove/re-add my case that often, but when I do, I do so very slowly and carefully and have yet to see any marks on any of the macbooks I have had these types of cases on (Speck or otherwise).

cheers for the reply ....

the satin black cases are not in stock

 

[kfscoll]

yea go ahead get the kuzy lol

I did, lol. I've had no issues with it at all; besides, there's not another rubberized clear hard shell case available yet.

 

[tu4thenguyen]

cheers for the reply ....

the satin black cases are not in stock

it's back in stock.