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New Macbook Case Thread
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Personally not a fan of any of the SFBags stuff. Something old, rustic and unappealing to me.
I grabbed an incase neoprene vertical sleeve and am happy with the fit. Adds just enough protection from bouncing around in my backpacks laptop slot. No pouches, but I'm good with that. Really any 11" mba sleeve that's vertical will be very close fitting.
This one here - https://www.goincase.com/shop/neoprene-sleeves/incase-neoprene-sleeve-for-macbook-air-11/black/
I grabbed an incase neoprene vertical sleeve and am happy with the fit. Adds just enough protection from bouncing around in my backpacks laptop slot. No pouches, but I'm good with that. Really any 11" mba sleeve that's vertical will be very close fitting.
This one here - https://www.goincase.com/shop/neoprene-sleeves/incase-neoprene-sleeve-for-macbook-air-11/black/
I think they look nice but I wouldn't want to put something so sexy in a big bag.
I mean would you rather see scarlett johanson in a thick cloak or a bikini?
... Ok bad example ScarJo looks great in anything.
Hi Ryan
Liking the look of this. Did you order one in the end from Byrd and Belle? I see they have added a few designs to the site. but not in this style which is a shame.
I just ordered this in black on black - I'm a big fan of the briefcase form factor. Comparing the dimensions to the Incase 11" MBA Sling case I have now it is actually narrower and only minimally taller, slightly thicker. Couldn't find a weight spec on the Incase bag.
Planning on doing a short write-up here when I get all my kit! MB and adapters estimated on the 20th, bag should be here on Monday - pretty cool stuff!
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Loved this case for my 11" MBA, it was almost too efficient though. I usually put my iPad in with the MBA in the main pocket and it makes the outside pockets inaccessible if there is anything in them because the bag is so tight, so on the go those pockets are really usable. Once you take the MBA out, though, then you can get to your charger, wallet, keys, adapters, etc. so on the daily commute it was ok as long as you got to your desk without needing to go into the pockets
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I ordered the all black version of this but am still waiting for shipping. He said this week sometime. Would love to see some pictures from someone who has it already.
When did you order? I'm actually in the U.K. and I'm just wondering if I will have to wait forever for it to get here. I'm only just recovering from the weeks of waiting I had to endure for the MacBook itself.
Please post some photos and your impressions when it arrives.
When did you order? I'm actually in the U.K. and I'm just wondering if I will have to wait forever for it to get here. I'm only just recovering from the weeks of waiting I had to endure for the MacBook itself.
Please post some photos and your impressions when it arrives.
I ordered it on April 21st with a ship date of April 29th. But its been delayed with a new ship date of May 13th. If he delays it again I'll cancel the order.
I ordered this case from Etsy over the weekend and it just shipped from Germany today. I wanted something a little different that would snugly fit my MacBook (due Friday, fingers crossed), could be tossed into my briefcase and various travel bags without adding too much heft or bulk and most importantly allow me to plug it in to charge at night without having to take it out.
I'll report back again when everything arrives but it looks solid!
I'll report back again when everything arrives but it looks solid!
Yes, delays are very frustrating.
So you've had a two week postponement. He must be a little overwhelmed with orders. I'd be grateful if you could post when he dispatches as I'd like to know if there are to be further delays.
I'm surprised that there aren't similar offerings on the market.
The trouble with zips is that they are metal and could cause scratches.
I got this today and it does the job pretty well. It's a good fit too.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00VWFKCJG?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00
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Too bad it's ugly as Satan's Hell itself.
No offense. Not personal. Just in my humble opinion. To each his own. Enjoy!
I went with a Byrd&Belle dark-grey wool&leather slipcase. Came yesterday, and I'm loving it.
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I made the mistake of ordering this from Amazon:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00UUPXLF6?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00
it was awful and clearly not really designed for the new Macbook as there was a good one inch gap on side - poorly finished and smelt very badly so I returned it after about 10 minutes.
I then purchased a felt case from a guy on eBay which turned up from Poland and although a good fit on the sides was very thick and bulky and was about an inch too loose at the top but I cannot return - thankfully did not pay too much.
Still searching for a good case.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00UUPXLF6?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00
it was awful and clearly not really designed for the new Macbook as there was a good one inch gap on side - poorly finished and smelt very badly so I returned it after about 10 minutes.
I then purchased a felt case from a guy on eBay which turned up from Poland and although a good fit on the sides was very thick and bulky and was about an inch too loose at the top but I cannot return - thankfully did not pay too much.
Still searching for a good case.
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Of course these things are a matter of personal taste and, as you say, each to his own. My primary aim was to buy a form-fitting protective case for transportation within a larger bag. Aesthetically, in my opinion, it is plain, discreet and inoffensive, and it was reasonable value for money.
The case that I really like is the Picasso Lab leather sleeve. It featured earlier in this thread. The problem is that there seems to be a backlog (they're hand-made) and the import duty and customs charges for the UK make it rather expensive.
To me the Byrd & Belle looks overpriced for a felt case and is hardly the "belle of the the ball". Excuse the pun.
I bought this one. It's cheap and ugly but it will serve well to add a an extra layer of protection while being in my backpack. I had a fall on my bicycle at one time where I smashed into the pavement that made a ding in the corner of the laptop I had at that time. I bought it in the 13" size so the macbook would easily slide in and out of the case while the case would never leave the laptop pocket of the backpack. Another positive thing is that it has an extra pocket where you could fit an ipad.
On a side note. The incase sleeve looks really nice, hopefully they will release a version for the macbook in time.
On a side note. The incase sleeve looks really nice, hopefully they will release a version for the macbook in time.
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Using a 15-inch Thule Stravan bag. Fits everything great!
Here's my Go Bag for May 2015!
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May 2015 Go Bag!
MacBook Retina 2015 1.1Ghz/8GB/256GB/Silver
Thule Stravan 15-inch
Grid-It
Mini USB Cable
Lightning Cable
iClever Dual USB Wall Charger
USB-C to USB-A cable
Business Cards
Free Pen
USB-C to USB-A Adaptor
USB Thumbdrive
Chromecast (Not Shown)
Verizon MiFi HotSpot (Not Shown)
Here's my Go Bag for May 2015!
May 2015 Go Bag!
MacBook Retina 2015 1.1Ghz/8GB/256GB/Silver
Thule Stravan 15-inch
Grid-It
Mini USB Cable
Lightning Cable
iClever Dual USB Wall Charger
USB-C to USB-A cable
Business Cards
Free Pen
USB-C to USB-A Adaptor
USB Thumbdrive
Chromecast (Not Shown)
Verizon MiFi HotSpot (Not Shown)
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Appreciate that it's a highly subjective matter, but I had the case below for my 11" mba, and it fits the rmb like a glove. Great for transporting inside another bag.
http://www.johnlewis.com/acme-made-montgomery-street-sleeve-for-macbook-air-11-grey/p1357166
http://www.johnlewis.com/acme-made-montgomery-street-sleeve-for-macbook-air-11-grey/p1357166
I might go and try one of those as cases for the new MacBook seem almost as rare as the MacBook itself. I've returned two duds so far clearly not really designed for it to Amazon.
Of course these things are a matter of personal taste and, as you say, each to his own. My primary aim was to buy a form-fitting protective case for transportation within a larger bag. Aesthetically, in my opinion, it is plain, discreet and inoffensive, and it was reasonable value for money.
The case that I really like is the Picasso Lab leather sleeve. It featured earlier in this thread. The problem is that there seems to be a backlog (they're hand-made) and the import duty and customs charges for the UK make it rather expensive.
To me the Byrd & Belle looks overpriced for a felt case and is hardly the "belle of the the ball". Excuse the pun.
I like the pun!
Those Picasso Labs sleeves do look pretty sweet.