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Macbook Sleeves, Covers, etc????

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dandrews018

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i just bought the newly updated white polycarbonate 13.3 macbook and i was wondering what type of case would protect it the best. ive seen a bunch on ebay that looked cheap like they would do more damge then they would prevent. i just dont want all kind of scratches on my new mac becuase its like my first child to me lol. any suggestions woul be awesome
 
If you want a nice zip-up sleeve, I'm a fan of my Incase neoprene sleeve.

They list for ~$35 at Apple stores, incase's website, or BestBuy.
 
Second Skin by Tucano

Got one at Fry's. Nice zip up case with keyboard mat thingy. Only thing is that the sleeve is felt on outside which could get messed up if you spilled on it. I really like mine, but haven't used anything else to compare.
 
there are TONS of threads on cases, sleeves, etc

what makes your macbook so special that you need to start another thread on it?
 
I've used both the Tucano Second Skin and the Incase Neoprene Sleeve, and I have to say I'm a fan of the Incase. Mind you, they were purchased for a Unibody MacBook (so they fit a little bit loose since it's thinner than a Polycarbonate one), but I found that the Incase fits snugger than the Tucano. Also, I'm a big fan of the fleece interior of the Incase. On the other hand, the Tucano has a lip on the inside to help protect from accidental scratches from the zipper. I personally like the look and feel of the Incase over the Tucano so I will recommend it over the other.

As for hard cases, I don't believe it's necessary to have one if you have a good sleeve (depending on how careful you are while using your MB), but if you do go with one I suggest Incase. I've tried both the Speck and Incase hard cases for my MBP, and the Incase felt much more durable, less brittle and more appealing to the touch and eyes.
 
skorpien said:
I've used both the Tucano Second Skin and the Incase Neoprene Sleeve, and I have to say I'm a fan of the Incase. Mind you, they were purchased for a Unibody MacBook (so they fit a little bit loose since it's thinner than a Polycarbonate one), but I found that the Incase fits snugger than the Tucano. Also, I'm a big fan of the fleece interior of the Incase. On the other hand, the Tucano has a lip on the inside to help protect from accidental scratches from the zipper. I personally like the look and feel of the Incase over the Tucano so I will recommend it over the other.

As for hard cases, I don't believe it's necessary to have one if you have a good sleeve (depending on how careful you are while using your MB), but if you do go with one I suggest Incase. I've tried both the Speck and Incase hard cases for my MBP, and the Incase felt much more durable, less brittle and more appealing to the touch and eyes.
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thanks dude! youve got me leaning toward the incase now
 
Best oneI've seen/used is the Waterfield Design sleeve from www.sfbags.com. Extremely well made, very padded and secure and customisable to your liking. Great product, great customer service, etc. Can't say enough nice about them!
 
I would have gone for the Incase sleeve if I could afford a 35 dollar product but I couldn't justify it at the moment. However, they had nice neoprene ones at Best Buy this week for around 20 that work just as well. I'm tempted to keep my MacBook in the Incase hardshell and then slip it inside of the sleeve.
 
Warbrain said:
I would have gone for the Incase sleeve if I could afford a 35 dollar product but I couldn't justify it at the moment. However, they had nice neoprene ones at Best Buy this week for around 20 that work just as well. I'm tempted to keep my MacBook in the Incase hardshell and then slip it inside of the sleeve.
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ooh is it on sale this week? I'll check..

*edit* hmm website shows $35 for me =T
 
incase one I heard works beauties or if you want a case but not a case like a film, invisible shield
 
skorpien said:
I've used both the Tucano Second Skin and the Incase Neoprene Sleeve, and I have to say I'm a fan of the Incase. Mind you, they were purchased for a Unibody MacBook (so they fit a little bit loose since it's thinner than a Polycarbonate one), but I found that the Incase fits snugger than the Tucano. Also, I'm a big fan of the fleece interior of the Incase. On the other hand, the Tucano has a lip on the inside to help protect from accidental scratches from the zipper. I personally like the look and feel of the Incase over the Tucano so I will recommend it over the other.
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I recently got the new InCase for my MacBook; I don't know if it was redesigned or not, but now it's a snug fit for the unibody MacBook; There is a lip around the zipper tha protects the computer against the zipper and the inside is while, not black like the old ones.

They did sell the older one that didn't say "unibody" on the outside, so I'm assuming they redesigned or tweaked it.

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@OP: You'll find that a hard-case will not offer protection when it comes to drops and stuff, only against the occasional bump and such. It adds unnecessary bulk and you lose the feel of the computer; a sleeve offers the same protection, while offers the convenience of no using it when you don't need to. A hard-case is build for constant removal.
 
Another vote for the incase sleeve. I bought a black one from Apple when I bought my Macbook. They are sleek, slim and do the job. The inside of them is made from endangered baby seal fur, which is why they are so expensive, and it protects wonderfully.
 
mik34 said:
Got one at Fry's. Nice zip up case with keyboard mat thingy. Only thing is that the sleeve is felt on outside which could get messed up if you spilled on it. I really like mine, but haven't used anything else to compare.
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I second the second skin case. :p I really like those.
 
Why don't you get your mom, nan, wife , girlfriend or someone who's good at sewing to make one up ?, would be individual and could give much much more protection with specific instruction on materials, you could even have carbon fibre sewn into the centre of whichever material you choose , now tha's protection !.

Neoprene isn't hard to find and tbh the 3mm neoprene that these things use isn't much protection, I do pot holing in a suit thicker than that and feel every bump.

Do the make your own thing and get an invisible shield to protect from scratches etc

That's what I'm doing, just thought I'd share.
I'll post pics of it being done soon as the machine turns up.
 
uicandrew said:
there are TONS of threads on cases, sleeves, etc

what makes your macbook so special that you need to start another thread on it?
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It's called being a member of a Mac discussion forum. So if you don't feel like discussing sleeves for MacBooks, then move along. Your negativity isn't welcome here.

Bryan
 
alphaod said:
I recently got the new InCase for my MacBook; I don't know if it was redesigned or not, but now it's a snug fit for the unibody MacBook; There is a lip around the zipper tha protects the computer against the zipper and the inside is while, not black like the old ones.

They did sell the older one that didn't say "unibody" on the outside, so I'm assuming they redesigned or tweaked it.
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Awesome! Did you buy the sleeve from the Apple store?

Has anyone else received one lately?

Thanks,
Bryan
 
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