Look after your mbp?

[nlr]

My previous laptops always got things stuck in the keyboard and the casing got scratched, I really want to keep my mbp in mint condition.

whats things do you do to keep your Macbook Pro clean and protected from scratches?

 

[Jaro65]

Not sure how you carry your laptop around. I used to have an incase shell on my 15" MBP which worked great. Nowadays I don't use anything; I'm simply trying to be more careful. Depending on your use though a plastic shell or one of the laptop sleeves (like what booqbags offers) could be handy.

 

[Eddyisgreat]

Incase hardshell
Weekly Detail w/ Compressed air + iKlear + micro attatchment for shopvac
Tell people my display isn't an iPad, so don't touch it. 3M Privacy filter for those who chronically can't follow directions.
external keyboard and mouse and keyboard when @ desk

 

[sn0warmy]

My method...

1) Don't hit things with it
2) Don't have kids
3) Don't have pets
4) Make sure the GF has her own

 

[Ronnoco]

1. Dont eat while using your MBP
2. Wash your hands before using your MBP
3. Wipe down your entire MBP after each days use
4. Don't let others touch your MBP
5. NEVER LET OTHERS TOUCH YOUR MBP!

😀

 

[dsprimal]

Incase hardshell
Tell people my display isn't an iPad, so don't touch it.

talking about touching your screen. could this cause dead pixels? if you were to touch or tap on the screen (i never have) but im just curious on how/if this is how dead pixels could occur?

 

[mgartner0622]

Speck Case
I also use it with a Cinema Display and Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard and Mouse when i'm at home, further preventing it from being scratched, and generally physically used.
The part I hate about any keyboard is how it will eventually become shiny due to finger oils.

talking about touching your screen. could this cause dead pixels? if you were to touch or tap on the screen (i never have) but im just curious on how/if this is how dead pixels could occur?

Yes and no.
With the new glass covered displays, I think you'd end up causing more damage to the glass (maybe even shattering it before you end up damaging the actual display.
However, a White MacBook or a standard LCD monitor can develop dead pixels due to pressure from fingers, objects on screen ect).
Day to day accidental touches are fine for a screen, but constant jabs are not.😱

 

[turugara]

I use an InvisibleShield for the inner/outer shell and I keep the insides pristine by wiping it down with a cloth and rubbing alcohol once in a while.

 

[elpmas]

- Moshi Palm guard/trackpad/keyboard
- incase hard shell
- don't lay it on uneven ground level
- don't let your nephew/niece smash the keyboard & screen :]

 

[iPhysicist]

I use a 13" Sleeve for protection on the go. I do not like to throw it in my bag uncovered. All other stuff mentioned in my eyes is way to much like nursing a baby.

 

[Opstech]

Put it away after you use it. I put mine in a drawer next to my bed.