No worries, definately the best $40 I have spent for my MBP so far. I may even purchase another one, but red
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Speck SeeThru Case For Macbook Pro - Mini Review
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No worries, definately the best $40 I have spent for my MBP so far. I may even purchase another one, but red
No, still waiting. It might get here tomorrow. Check out this Macworld piece.
http://www.macworld.com/weblogs/macgems/2006/11/seethrumacbookpro/index.php
I don't have a lock to test, sorry.
However, on the sleeve question. I have the Radtech sleeve, which is a very tight fit around the MBP without this speck case on it. With the Speck case, it is a __VERY__ tight fit. I wouldn't recommend purchassing the Radtech sleeve in conjunction with the speck case. Just use yourself a sleeve from the Apple store, or use nothing.
One for the MBP C2D 17" pleaseee.
Are there other alternatives to scratch protection besides seethru and invisible shield? sleeves can't give the perpetual covering like theses... =|
Are there other alternatives to scratch protection besides seethru and invisible shield? sleeves can't give the perpetual covering like theses... =|
for those of you who just want to see the color, I have the red seethru on my phone, and it's the same color and material as the macbook pro case.
I can grab a photo of it this afternoon if people are interested.
I can grab a photo of it this afternoon if people are interested.
One for the MBP C2D 17" pleaseee.
Are there other alternatives to scratch protection besides seethru and invisible shield? sleeves can't give the perpetual covering like theses... =|
This whole thing with MacBook and MacBook Pro hard shells seems to be a fairly new market as far as I can tell. I wouldn't be surprised to see some of the other iPod case manufacturers try their hand at doing some similar "shells" for the MacBook and MacBook Pro.
C2D MBP compatible models late November
I contacted Speck products customer service and they said the following (quote from an email)
"The SeeThru case is not compatible with the New MacBook. We do have plans to make the SeeThru case that will accommodate the new MacBook Pro with core 2 Duo late November."
So looks like only another couple weeks and we will have them for the new macbook pros.
I asked about the Kensington lock and I'll let you know what their response is on that when I hear back.
I contacted Speck products customer service and they said the following (quote from an email)
"The SeeThru case is not compatible with the New MacBook. We do have plans to make the SeeThru case that will accommodate the new MacBook Pro with core 2 Duo late November."
So looks like only another couple weeks and we will have them for the new macbook pros.
I asked about the Kensington lock and I'll let you know what their response is on that when I hear back.
I truly hope so. It is one accessory i wouldn't hesitate to lavish on the machine.
And here's a reply about 17" seethru:
Thank you for your e-mail. At this time, we do not have any plans to make the SeeThru case for the MacBook Pro 17". If you have any questions please feel free to reply.
Bleh.
That's too bad, it's a nice case and they made them for the 13" and 15". I just snapped the red 15" version onto my laptop. There are some manufacturing defects but overall it's pretty nice and fits the new Macbook Pro well, no ports blocked! I tried my Targus laptop lock on it and no problems either.
Photos of my blue Speck hardshell on my black macbook are here:
purply-blue macbook
I was surprised it didn't add much extra around the sides, actually. I had a tight RadTech (I think) grey sleeve (they come in little red/clear tubes if anyone knows what I'm talking about...) and it fit fine. (It had warped a bit too large from my former (stolen) macbook before so I guess that helped.)
purply-blue macbook
I was surprised it didn't add much extra around the sides, actually. I had a tight RadTech (I think) grey sleeve (they come in little red/clear tubes if anyone knows what I'm talking about...) and it fit fine. (It had warped a bit too large from my former (stolen) macbook before so I guess that helped.)
I've just received my clear MBP speck case. I got it new for 34 shipped from ebay...just be patient! its out there! Dont get it for over 40...it looks like its made pretty easily and shouldnt cost above 20.
Despite making the display heavier which in turn causes it to close itself if brought down 4/5 of the way...i say its a pretty good investment. NO more worrying about my belt, sweatshirt zipper, or keys scratching the casing during lecture! I find the magsafe is harder to pull out by tilting now...but that's a minor inconvenience.
they must have redesigned it because the rear of the bottom shell is shaved a little, so the LCD portion doesnt catch on the plastic. opens smoothly! But it does add a layer of thickness between the bottom case and the display, so the LCD doesnt open as wide, but i dont even notice.
They recently came out with a black colored case, which is semi transparent...you can see the apple sign glowing..i kinda like it. but clear is also cool.
Locks also work on the new models of cases. It seems that they have just removed that entire section of the mold on the right and did not take the time to design individual holes for all of the ports. this could also have been due to the complaints about the difficulty in attaching cables. It looks like the techshell in that area. However, the left still remains the same, with individual cut outs for the ports. There is no longer any shell in the area of the lock, so locks should fit fine.
Despite making the display heavier which in turn causes it to close itself if brought down 4/5 of the way...i say its a pretty good investment. NO more worrying about my belt, sweatshirt zipper, or keys scratching the casing during lecture! I find the magsafe is harder to pull out by tilting now...but that's a minor inconvenience.
they must have redesigned it because the rear of the bottom shell is shaved a little, so the LCD portion doesnt catch on the plastic. opens smoothly! But it does add a layer of thickness between the bottom case and the display, so the LCD doesnt open as wide, but i dont even notice.
They recently came out with a black colored case, which is semi transparent...you can see the apple sign glowing..i kinda like it. but clear is also cool.
Locks also work on the new models of cases. It seems that they have just removed that entire section of the mold on the right and did not take the time to design individual holes for all of the ports. this could also have been due to the complaints about the difficulty in attaching cables. It looks like the techshell in that area. However, the left still remains the same, with individual cut outs for the ports. There is no longer any shell in the area of the lock, so locks should fit fine.
Just saw this reply on MacNN - anyone else have a similar experience?
I'm just about sold on it 'cause i love the color red..
11/20, 5:31pm, est
I put one on my brand new MacBook Pro, and took it off 2 months later to find my computer which was flawless is now scratched everywhere. It does NOT protect, it damages!
http://www.macnn.com/articles/08/11/20/seethru.satin.for.macbook/I put one on my brand new MacBook Pro, and took it off 2 months later to find my computer which was flawless is now scratched everywhere. It does NOT protect, it damages!
I'm just about sold on it 'cause i love the color red..
Yes, this happened with my older MacBook Pro - I have since upgraded to the Incase shell - much, much better for so many reasons.
Thanks for the quick reply thegoldenmackid!
I looked up the incase shell but it says it's "unavailable"
Check your local Apple store.
Or:
Apple Online Store 15"
Apple Online Store 17"
13" hardshell case for MacBook
Here's the reply from the nice folks at Incase. Looks like we're gonna have to wait...
Here's the reply from the nice folks at Incase. Looks like we're gonna have to wait...
Thank you for contacting Incase Designs Corp.
Our popular 13" and 15" Hardshell Cases are in the process of being
reworked to provide a custom fit to the new notebooks.
However there is no official release date.
As of right now this is all the information we have in regards to your question.
Keep checking our website for updates and information regarding new
products for the new MacBook family.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if we can be of further assistance.
Sincerely,
The Incase Consumer Support Team
Our popular 13" and 15" Hardshell Cases are in the process of being
reworked to provide a custom fit to the new notebooks.
However there is no official release date.
As of right now this is all the information we have in regards to your question.
Keep checking our website for updates and information regarding new
products for the new MacBook family.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if we can be of further assistance.
Sincerely,
The Incase Consumer Support Team
Speck Clear See Thru for Late 2008 MacBook Pro
Just purchased and installed Speck Clear See Thru for MacBook Pro late 2008 Model ( black keys ) and wanted to share my opinion.
The case installs very easily and fits VERY well. It adds a glossy look to the case that looks very nice in my opinion. I had previously tried the black satin see thru model which also fit very well.
I prefer the clear see thru as it takes nothing away from the look of the Macbook and allows the apple logo to shine through very clearly. While the logo is visible through the black, it is not as bright and takes on a purple hue. Not a big deal, but not my preference.
I can see that the clear will show small micro-scratches in the light as they develop. The black, on the other hand will hide scratches better, BUT shows fingerprints much worse. Pick you poison here....but I don't like fingerprints.
Obviously, it adds a little weight, but nothing that I find objectionable. The laptop with the case stills fits in my case logic reversible sleeve.
Anyone who has a new unibody MacBook Pro knows that the screen hinge is a little looser and the lid tends to "flop" some when at held at high angles ( as when laying on back on couch for instance ) The weight does tend to make the lid flop shut more easily.
All ports are readily accessible. My Kensington lock works fine.
Overall, I like it very much. My concern is purely limited to whether dust or dirt under the case would lead to scratches as some have suggested. I believe that regularly removing and cleaning the MacBook and case would prevent this. Incidentally, I had no problem at all removing the case from the MacBook.
Just purchased and installed Speck Clear See Thru for MacBook Pro late 2008 Model ( black keys ) and wanted to share my opinion.
The case installs very easily and fits VERY well. It adds a glossy look to the case that looks very nice in my opinion. I had previously tried the black satin see thru model which also fit very well.
I prefer the clear see thru as it takes nothing away from the look of the Macbook and allows the apple logo to shine through very clearly. While the logo is visible through the black, it is not as bright and takes on a purple hue. Not a big deal, but not my preference.
I can see that the clear will show small micro-scratches in the light as they develop. The black, on the other hand will hide scratches better, BUT shows fingerprints much worse. Pick you poison here....but I don't like fingerprints.
Obviously, it adds a little weight, but nothing that I find objectionable. The laptop with the case stills fits in my case logic reversible sleeve.
Anyone who has a new unibody MacBook Pro knows that the screen hinge is a little looser and the lid tends to "flop" some when at held at high angles ( as when laying on back on couch for instance ) The weight does tend to make the lid flop shut more easily.
All ports are readily accessible. My Kensington lock works fine.
Overall, I like it very much. My concern is purely limited to whether dust or dirt under the case would lead to scratches as some have suggested. I believe that regularly removing and cleaning the MacBook and case would prevent this. Incidentally, I had no problem at all removing the case from the MacBook.
