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Best case for 13" MBA?
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Unfortunately, the MBA is significantly thinner than a standard 13" laptop, so you won't get a good fit with those cases. I tried a 13" Timbuk2 Quickie and it was too big for the MBA for my taste. The MBA flop around in it.
So if you want a good fit, either get a bag or case that's specific to the MBA, or use a sleeve that's made for the MBA inside another bag. The MBA in a sleeve will probably fit a pocket designed for a standard 13" laptop. This give your more options as there are more bags made for a generic 13". Furthermore, since your MBA is in a sleeve, all you are looking for is a bag with a pocket to fit the sleeve, not necessary additional padding, so addition to a number of typical (boring) computer bags, you can use any bag with the right size pocket like a nice backpack with a hydration pocket.
3. Be-ez LA robe Air 13
http://www.be-ez.com/la-robe-air-black-addict.html
This is by far the most protective sleeve of the 3.
......Unlike neoprene, the memory foam stuff that it's made out of is pretty light yet appears to be able to absorb more shock at least several times better than the neoprene material for the same thickness. I could tell by putting my hand inside it and pounding on it.
.....The bottom line is, if you want protection, I can't think of a better sleeve than the Be-ez La robe.
....... On the other hand, if you decide to go with a neoprene type sleeve, I think the Be-ez la robe is cheaper than most name brand neoprene case, looks better, and is many times as protective from my fist pounding experiment
Completely agree.
I've recommended the Be.ez LA Robe sleeve in every sleeve thread over the past 4-6 weeks, but I doubt I've convinced anybody has considered it.
Most people seem to want something pretty, and that's it. Buy a nice sleeve if you want, as long as it's going to be carried around in a bag with a laptop compartment! Mine goes into a canvas "man-bag" with no padding or protection. The LA Robe is the only thing protecting my laptop from all bumps, and that includes when I just plop my bag on a table, or the floor.
And I tried punching the material as well. I put my hand inside the sleeve, pounded on top of the sleeve with my other hand, and can barely feel a thing.
There is actually at least one bag in this list that is specifically for the air
Can't decide if I want the LA Robe or the BookBook. Would the BookBook be worthelss if all I'm going to be doing is carrying it in a backpack? Also, I'm not one to attract attention to myself lol.
Also, anyone know where to buy the LA Robe in Canada?
Also, anyone know where to buy the LA Robe in Canada?
Thanks for this. I ended up putting my 13" Hard Graft on Ebay and getting a Pack/Smooch.
Completely agree.
I've recommended the Be.ez LA Robe sleeve in every sleeve thread over the past 4-6 weeks, but I doubt I've convinced anybody has considered it.
Most people seem to want something pretty, and that's it. Buy a nice sleeve if you want, as long as it's going to be carried around in a bag with a laptop compartment! Mine goes into a canvas "man-bag" with no padding or protection. The LA Robe is the only thing protecting my laptop from all bumps, and that includes when I just plop my bag on a table, or the floor.
And I tried punching the material as well. I put my hand inside the sleeve, pounded on top of the sleeve with my other hand, and can barely feel a thing.
Can you try putting the MBA in the Be.ez LA Robe and hammering it. We need definantive proof it will protect.
My favorite by far are the ones from Waterfield. I used to see customers with them when I was working at Apple 10+ years ago, and ended up ordering them for my office when we did our last laptop refresh.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MJujj_TKtyo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MJujj_TKtyo
This is funny. I looked at this and realize that I have one of these for my Wacom Bamboo tablet.
That case is nice. It has a sort of 'hardish' shell with memory foam interior.
Very tuff and light.
I think i'm going to get one of these for the Air (matching set....I know
)For the guys just a heads up: These come with pink interiors , and I almost bought one like this as I didn't see it. Don't want pink anywhere near me (except on a women).
I'll stop now.....
Honestly, this looks great: http://www.amazon.com/BoxWave-Elite...2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1312996904&sr=1-2
It was suggested by another user over in the 11" case thread. It makes me regret getting my Speck neoprene sleeve. Has anyone gotten this and can comment on it?
It was suggested by another user over in the 11" case thread. It makes me regret getting my Speck neoprene sleeve. Has anyone gotten this and can comment on it?
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I have one from a different seller (same thing, basically: Cheap China clones (not leather). However, they are very nice, for pleather.
Give it a shot. Not a lot of money. But, you had better like vinyl.
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Ordered this, but don't have my air or case yet.
http://www.amazon.com/Macbook-Verti...4FPS/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1313001822&sr=8-2
http://www.amazon.com/Macbook-Verti...4FPS/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1313001822&sr=8-2
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I have one from a different seller (same thing, basically: Cheap China clones (not leather). However, they are very nice, for pleather.
Give it a shot. Not a lot of money. But, you had better like vinyl.
The neoprene sleeve I have was a gift from someone, so I'm inclined to use it, unfortunately. Where/how did you get yours? Could your provide a link? Perhaps I can get one down the line after I've worn down the sleeve I have now, or something. >__<
Help!
I am looking for a sleeve as well for my 13 MBP. A friend of mine has a 15 MBP and has a case by "builtny Platform" which is only made for the 15' models and it is the exact case I'm looking for. I want a case that obviously protects with padding but also can be used while still in sleeve like this one. If anyone knows of any cases other then the Thule 13' on the apple site please let me know!
This is the builtny platform case that is ONLY MADE FOR 15' MBP!
http://www.builtny.com/platform-laptop-case-15-4-inches-wide-prod.html
The Thule case looks like this and if I can't find anything else I'm going to go with it but I would like something else that isn't so ugly!
http://store.apple.com/us/product/H3422LL/A?mco=MTY3ODQ5OTY
I am looking for a sleeve as well for my 13 MBP. A friend of mine has a 15 MBP and has a case by "builtny Platform" which is only made for the 15' models and it is the exact case I'm looking for. I want a case that obviously protects with padding but also can be used while still in sleeve like this one. If anyone knows of any cases other then the Thule 13' on the apple site please let me know!
This is the builtny platform case that is ONLY MADE FOR 15' MBP!
http://www.builtny.com/platform-laptop-case-15-4-inches-wide-prod.html
The Thule case looks like this and if I can't find anything else I'm going to go with it but I would like something else that isn't so ugly!
http://store.apple.com/us/product/H3422LL/A?mco=MTY3ODQ5OTY
This is funny. I looked at this and realize that I have one of these for my Wacom Bamboo tablet.
That case is nice. It has a sort of 'hardish' shell with memory foam interior.
Very tuff and light.
I think i'm going to get one of these for the Air (matching set....I know
For the guys just a heads up: These come with pink interiors , and I almost bought one like this as I didn't see it. Don't want pink anywhere near me (except on a women).
I'll stop now.....
Har Har. Mine was bring yellow inside. They have color combinations.
Another thing about the robe is that the zipper is offset, with deep padded lips underneath it. Even though the zipper teeth are plastic, your mac doesn't go near them. And when you zip it up, the offset creates a clearance all around. Ingenious; subtle.
I have one of these for my iPad and it's great.
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Be-ez LA Robe: Tight fit or lots of extra space?
Be-ez LA Robe owners: Is this case a tight fit for the 13" MBA? It is hard to see the actual fit from the videos on YouTube.
I am looking for something with a comfortable fit (not too tight to use easily), but not something so big that the MBA can slide around.
Thanks.
Scott B.
Be-ez LA Robe owners: Is this case a tight fit for the 13" MBA? It is hard to see the actual fit from the videos on YouTube.
I am looking for something with a comfortable fit (not too tight to use easily), but not something so big that the MBA can slide around.
Thanks.
Scott B.
Yes, I got the one made specifically for the 13" MBA and it fits really well. It's not as stretchy as neoprene, not as tight as a typical leather case, so it slips in easily.
If you want to be critical, the MBA is wedge shape - thicker near the hinge and thinner at the front. The Be-ez LA Robe is the same on both side, so there is a bit of extra room on one side, unlike the Hammerhead leather case I has where the fit is tight. But it's not a bad fit at all, and it save you the trouble of having to figure out which side line up the MBA thin or thick side when you put the thing into the sleeve.