Dry application Skin for rMBP?

Maybe iCarbons or Bodyguardz?

 

I just watched the wrapsol application video and it doesn't look like the liquid can really get inside the device. If you're really concerned, I would just suggest not applying the inside ones, just the ones on the back and bottom.

 

Yeah, I don't think the water is a huge deal, you just need to be careful to avoid ports when spraying and don't push the solution in when removing it with the card.

 

Another thing to consider using is painter's tape. It can be used to cover the speaker holes and the keyboard during application and will come off clean.

 

Another thing to consider if you're really paranoid is to put the machine in (a big enough) bag of rice. Seriously. Rice absorbs almost all moisture.

I really think you're worrying too much. I doubt the water droplets are small enough to fit in anything besides the keyboard and speaker holes, and even then I highly doubt they will do any damage (or even touch the water sensors).

 

today, just applied bestskinever on my rmbp, the top and botton need to apply a little more water in order that you can slide the skin and fit well. I just use a towel to absorb all the water when i use the card to push the remaining bubbles and water. Then later i use the hairdryer specially on the botton case to dry it more fast. If you are still not confident, you can push the cpu and gpu like hell making the unibody warn/hot to dry it.

If you carefully will be fine.

 

I am using the 3M skin from icarbons.com. I bought the black carbon bottom and top. I didn't do the sides or insides. Easy to apply. Good price. The black looks great. I am sure the other colors do too.

See http://www.icarbons.com/collections/featured/products/macbook-pro-15-retina-black-carbon-fiber

 

iCarbons also sells an Aluminium coloured skin, if you want it to look as if it wasn't there.

 

I just ordered from decalgirl. I like it and they have fast shipping.

 

For those of you that use iCarbons or Bodyguardz for the rMBP, do any of you know if removing the skin leaves residue on the Mac?

 

You could buy the Invisible Shield from Zagg.com and have Best Buy install it for $15...if you can trust them!

 

If its 3M Di-Noc material (iCarbons uses this, not sure about other places), it removes cleanly without gunk.
FAQ says no residue: http://www.icarbons.com/pages/faq2

 

Does Best Buy sell Zagg for the rMBP?

 

Nah.. they don't. You'll have to buy it from Zagg.com but BB will install it [ with free re-installs for life ] for $15.

 

Woah! I didn't even know Zagg made protectors for computers

Hmmm.... I wish somebody left a review of one of them, so I can know just how thick/odd it feels...

 

I used the BodyGuardz clear protector on my MacBook Pro for a long time and I loved it. To answer your questions:

Feel:
It definitely feels like there is a protector on your computer, but I like the way it felt. It added a lot of grip, but it still felt smooth to the touch. My favorite part was that when it got scratched, it would heal itself over time.

Install:
It is a wet install, and you can do it dry if you want, but I wouldn't recommend it. Most installation gels are alcohol based so they evaporate really quickly anyways. I have installed a lot of protectors on my phones & laptops, and I've always used gel and never had any issues. I've even soaked my phone speaker with the stuff and it didn't ruin it.

Removal:
I was amazed at how clean my macbook was after removing the skin. It does stick very well and can be tough to peel off, but there was hardly any residue, and what little there was rubbed off easily with my fingers.

Overall I really loved it and only removed it to but a carbon fiber skin on. I haven't tried ZAGGs protector for the macbook but I've always liked Bodyguardz because their service is awesome, and Zagg's support is abhorrent.

Hope this helps!