If you want to buy a MacBook Sleeve to protect your New MacBook or MacBook Pro then you’ve come to the right place. With loads of MacBook Sleeves on the market, it’s hard to know which one to get. At GearZap we pride ourselves on finding and testing the best MacBook sleeves around so you don’t have to. Using our expertise and knowledge in this area, we have put together a list of some of the best MacBook Sleeves you can buy. Just read on to view a list of our favourites in no particular order.

ZeroShock IV Advanced for 13″ MacBook

The ZeroShock IV advanced sleeve incorporates a newly developed hollow centre ribbed construction which absorbs shock from lateral orientaion. The interior is made of light polyurethane foam (slow depression, slow return), while the dual layer exterior is made with EVA foam that absorbs shock from the outer perimeter. These advanced materials combine to provide a laptop sleeve with the best shock protection available.

Sumdex Aircube

Traveling with your MacBook should make life easier, not more inconvenient! The super cool Sumdex Aircube™ MacBook Sleeve features Patent Pending Air Cell Technology for excellent protection and functionality. The Check-Quick™ feature is a unique air-pocket system designed to allow you through airport safety check-points as fast as possible. Available for 13″, 15″ and 17″ MacBook  Pro.

Cool Bananas ‘ShockProof’ 13.3″ Laptop Case

The Cool Bananas ‘ShockProof’ 13.3″ Laptop Case is designed to fit the 13.3 Laptops and the 13-inch Macbook Pro perfectly. As the name suggests, this slip case is designed to protect your MacBook from knocks and bumps with its shock-absorbing memory foam core, while the soft inner materials and zipper lip will also prevent scratches.

Pakuma MacBook Sleeve

Pakuma eco 2 bag cocoons are the greener option for keeping your notebook safe and secure. Each case is made from 100% recycled materials. However you would probably never guess this because they’re also very high quality and durable. Pakuma use the most proven, high performance materials around and select the best quality fittings available. Each and every bag is made to the highest standards, and made to last. The designs are simple and above all practical. The Pakuma Eco2Bag is currently available for the 13″ and 15″ MacBook  Pro.

Built NY Sleeves

This Built NY sleeve offers maximum protection for laptops between 12-13.3″. It’s made from thick water resistant neoprene with a fleece-lined interior, so you can be sure it will protect your laptop from light knocks and scratches. Stretching to fit, its unique hourglass design secures your laptop in place while Shark Gill grips on the side make handling slip-free. The heavy duty wetsuit style zip ensures it’s quick and easy to slip your laptop in and out.

Cool Bananas MacBook Envelope

The Cool Bananas retro-look envelope is one of the coolest MacBook slip cases around. It’s made from durable leather style material with a soft velvet lining to protect your MacBook 13″ from scratches and shocks. The magnetic button makes it quick and easy to get your MacBook in and out.

Pat Says Now

Pat Says Now is the first manufacturer of laptop sleeves from Switzerland. These attractive laptop sleeves definitely stand out from the crowd. Made of high-quality neoprene, they protect your MacBook against scratches, moisture and dirt. Robust on the outside, the sleeves are fleecy and soft within. Their smooth running zippers are easy on both the laptop and your fingernails. Witty designs and blazing colours make every bag a unique accessory for out and about.

If you havn’t seen a sleeve you like here, please take a look at all our MacBook Cases. We are also interest in any other suggestions you may have for our list of the best Macbook cases.

Are you looking to buy Laptop Cleaning Products? GearZap has just the solution! We have a new range of Laptop Cleaning Products designed to clean all areas of your laptop. If you have a smeared laptop screen, dirty keyboard or dusty cooling fans then look no further.

Our great range of Laptop Cleaning Products includes the Procare Ultimate Laptop Cleaning Kit. This is a one stop solution which includes everything you need to make your laptop look brand new again.

So whats in the box?

- Keyboard cleaning pen
- Extra cleaning tip (2 pcs)
- Screen cleaner
- Ultra-fine microfiber cloth
- Screen cleaning fluid (30cc)
- Surface cleaning fluid (10cc)
- Dust Blower
- Instruction manual

GearZap are proud to announce a new innovative range of Laptop Sleeves designed especially for travellers. The new Sumdex Aircube™ range is a revolutionary laptop case featuring a semi-transparent system of air cells which allow security staff to check your laptop without the need to remove it from the case. This means no more messing around at airport security.

Another great feature of this new range of Laptop and MacBook Cases is that the air-cells are designed to utilise small channels to transfer shocks and bumps back and forth between the cells for excellent protection.

The Aircube doesn’t stop at innovative functionality – it’s also about the funky styling. The transparent air-cells of these Sumdex Cases make this one of the coolest looking laptop sleeves around – so you’ll be the envy of all your friends. Wrapped in stretchable, form fitting neoprene which also acts to protect against scratches and bumps. The Aircube sleeve is currently available in Black, Pink and Grey (for MacBook).

With a full range of sizes available, the Sumdex Aircube is available in 10.2” Netbook, Laptop, MacBook and MacBook Pro 13-inch, 15-inch and 17-inch. They are now in stock at GearZap.com.

- How can I identify my MacBook?

- What are the differences between MacBooks?

- Which MacBook do I have?

Are you trying to find out which version of the Apple MacBook you own? This is a common question from MacBook owners because Apple has released new models under the same name. This can cause problems, for example; when you’re looking to buy a MacBook accessory or MacBook case which is designed for a specific MacBook.

This article aims to tell you the main differences between the recent models of the MacBook so you can work out which model you have or want to buy.

MacBook History

In May 2006, Apple released the first generation black and white MacBook. A unibody aluminum MacBook was subsequently introduced in October 2008. Then in October 2009, a unibody polycarbonate MacBook was introduced.

For the purposes of identifying your MacBook, we now refer to the model using the date it was first introduced i.e. MacBook (13-inch, Late 2009).

How to identify your MacBook

Note: These instructions are only for the MacBook 13″ and not the MacBook Pro.

STEP ONE:

Find out at least one of the following pieces of information:

-         Serial Number: on the bottom of the case / the battery bay or system information

-         Model Number: on the box, receipt or system information

-         Configuration: on the box, receipt or system information

STEP TWO:

Use the information from STEP ONE to find your MacBook in the table below. This will give you the date it was released and allow you to identify which cases and accessories work with your MacBook.

Once you know which MacBook you have, why not visit our MacBook Accessories Shop or buy a MacBook Case.

We are proud to announce the launch of a new MacBook Accessories store. With the popularity of Apple MacBook continuing to grow, along with the launch of the most recent aluminium MacBooks – GearZap has responded with a new range of the best MacBook Accessories from around the world. With the wide range of accessories currently available, GearZap is the ideal online shop for anyone looking to buy a new MacBook Case or other accessories.

Using our expertise and knowledge in this area, GearZap have put together a list of MacBook Cases that offer excellent protection against bumps and scratches.  Our store includes MacBook Cases and Bags from brands including; Cool Bananas, Knomo, Speck, Moshi and many more.

At GearZap we always like to try new products ourselves. With our ever expanding range of MacBook Cases today we tried and tested the new Cool Bananas ‘ShockProof’ MacBook Case.

This case is part of a new range of Cool Bananas MacBook cases which have been very popular among netbook users. As the name suggests, this slip case is designed to protect your MacBook from knocks and bumps with its shock-absorbing memory foam core.

The first thing that strikes you when you pickup one of Cool Bananas ‘ShockProof’ cases is the material used in its construction. It’s called ‘low-resilience polyurethane’, which is another term for memory foam. This is ideal for protecting your MacBook because it’s incredibly light weight but provides excellent protection against shocks.

The image above is a great example of the memory foam used in this case. It slowly adjusts to the shape and contours of your MacBook forming a perfect fit around your laptop. I am using the New 13″ MacBook Unibody for this review and can confirm it is an excellent fit. However based on the internal dimensions it should also fit older MacBooks very nicely too.

In addition to the excellent ’space age’ materials. The case features a double zipper with lip to prevent scratches to the MacBook. The outer ribbing around the edge of the case adds further strength and durability to it’s construction.

Pros

- Amazing ’shockproof’ materials offer better protection than neoprene
- MacBook fits nicely and easily slides in and out of the case
- Slim case, does not make MacBook too bulky
- Excellent build quality and construction
- Choice of colours (Black, Sky Blue, Lime Green etc)
- Great Value

Cons

- No pocket for charger or accessories (see ’shockproof bag’ as alternative)

Are you looking to protect your new Asus Eee PC 1005HA from scratches? We have just the thing with the Hard Candy Bubble Shell case. Available in a variety of colours, these snap-on, always-on cases provide protection from scrapes and scratches while adding personality to your Asus 1005HA.

We have just launched the long awaited Hard Candy Bubble Shell for the Asus Eee PC 1005HA. They are currently available in 3 colours including: Clear, Red & Black.

Are you the kind of person that’s always; throwing their netbook in a backpack? Taking it from classroom to classroom? Constantly unpacking at airport security? Do you Love colour? Like to stand out from the crowd?Appreciates fashion? – If any of the above apply to you, the Hard Candy Bubble shells are for you!

These super high quality shells are designed to fit your Netbook perfectly – protecting it from scratches and light knocks without making it too bulky. The shell allows access to all ports and connections, while the bottom side has ventilation holes to prevent overheating.

Key Features
- Tough Polycarbonate Shell protects from Bumps & Scratches
- Easy to use Snap-On Always-on design
- Bubble texture creates a unique design statement
- Made to fit the Asus 1005HA perfectly, allowing access to all connections and controls
- Features recycled paper packaging

Buy the Hard Candy Bubble Shell Now for Just £26.97 from GearZap.com

Smaller than the original, this Asus Eee PC 1005HA UK mains charger is ideal for use as a spare or replacement charger. The ultra-compact size makes it ideal to pack away and carry with you.

The charger tip for the Asus Eee PC 1005HA and 1008HA are smaller than other Asus netbook chargers. Don’t make the mistake of buying a standard Asus netbook charger. This one has been specifically made for the Asus 1005HA and 1008HA.

Designed to meet the original standards and specifications, this ensures full compatibility with your netbook. It’s also CE approved and tested to ensure the charger meets EU consumer safety, health and environmental requirements.

Buy the Asus Eee PC 1005HA Charger now!

Asus Eee PC 1005HA Charger

The Samsung N130 and Samsung N140 are amoung the the best selling netbooks of 2009/10. With a well thought out design, excellent battery life and a decent price – theres no wonder why it’s so popular.

There are a wide range of netbook accessories on the market, but which one will be right for you and which one should you go for? To help you out, we’ve compiled a list of the best accessories for the Samsung N130 / N140.

1. ZeroShock IV Netbook Case – Black

The first thing you’ll need for your Samsung Netbook will probably be something to protect it from knocks, bumps and scratches when you carry it around. With so many netbook cases available now, it can be difficult to choose the best one. However, we can highly recommend this sleeve type case from Japanese company Elecom. It’s called the ZeroShock IV and offers unrivaled protection for your netbook. The inside of the case is lined with low rebound polyurethane (slow depression, slow return). Combined with the tubular outer rim, this material offers the ultimate light weight shock protection.

2. 2 GB Memory Upgrade for Samsung Netbooks

For all netbook owners, upgrading the memory is a must! Increasing your memory (aka RAM) from 1GB to 2GB will significantly increase the speed of your netbook, allowing you to work faster. Samsung Netbooks are easy to upgrade and should take no longer than 5 minutes. Prices of memory are currently so cheap, that you can’t really afford not to upgrade. We reccomend buying high quality netbook memory such as Crucial/Lexar.

3. Samsung External DVD-RW Multidrive

Netbook manufacturers typically forego DVD drives in order to reduce their size and keep the price low. If you want to install software, watch movies or rip CD’s then you should buy an ultra-portable external CD/DVD drive. They’re essential when it comes to installing or re-installing Microsoft Windows on your netbook. We recommend the Samsung Slim External DVD-RW as an excellent high quality solution at a very good price.

4. Samsung Netbook Car Charger

This car charger for your Samsung Netbook will allow you to top-up the battery en route to your next destination. The compact design makes it ideal for travelling and can easily be slipped inside a case or bag. Simply plug and charge, it works in conjunction with your netbook battery to automatically stop charging once the battery is full.

5. Gelaskins for 10″ Netbooks

If you want to personalise your Samsung N130 / N140, there’s nothing better than Gelaskins. These are removable covers for protecting and customizing your Netbook. They feature stunning, photo quality graphics ranging from fine art prints to contemporary urban images designed by artists from around the globe.

6. Cool Bananas ‘ShockProof’ Netbook Bag

If you need room to store your power adapter and accessories, then a netbook sleeve may not be for you. Fortunately Cool Bananas have a wide range of netbook bags with carry handles and accessory pockets – ideal for people who like to carry around a charger and mouse etc. The ‘ShockProof’ bag is made of thick memory foam which absorbs knocks and bumps very well.

7. XS Micro Bluetooth USB Dongle

If you own the Samsung N130, you have probably realised that it does not have integrated bluetooth like the N140. The best way to add bluetooth to this netbook is using the smallest bluetooth usb dongle in the world. It’s perfect for adding bluetooth wireless capabilities to a laptop or computer because it doesn’t stick out, this means you’ll never need to worry about it snapping off or damaging your computer. Once inserted the dongle will sit almost flush with the USB port, you could even leave it connected permanently. The Micro dongle enables you to connect many different bluetooth devices to your computer (multiple devices can be connected at the same time).

This isn’t the full range of accessories, just a selection of the ones that we think do the best job of enhancing your netbook. If you’ve not seen the accessory that’s right for you, then why not browse our shop at gearzap.com. If you have any more suggestions or comments to add to our Samsung N130/N140 list, please feel free to share them with us.

Stand out from the crowd and add some personalization and protection to your netbook with the Hard Candy Bubble Shell case. Available in a variety of colours, these snap-on, always-on cases provide protection from scrapes and scratches while adding personality to your Netbook.

We have just launched the long awaited Hard Candy Bubble Shell for netbooks. They are currently available for the Acer Aspire One D250 and Asus Eee PC 1005HA, however the range is set to expand in future with new models coming soon.

Are you the kind of person that’s always; throwing their netbook in a backpack? Taking it from classroom to classroom? Constantly unpacking at airport security? Do you Love colour? Like to stand out from the crowd?Appreciates fashion? – If any of the above apply to you, the Hard Candy Bubble shells are for you!

These super high quality shells are designed to fit your Netbook perfectly – protecting it from scratches and light knocks without making it too bulky. The shell allows access to all ports and connections, while the bottom side has ventilation holes to prevent overheating.

Key Features
- Tough Polycarbonate Shell protects from Bumps & Scratches
- Easy to use Snap-On Always-on design
- Bubble texture creates a unique design statement
- Made to fit perfectly, allowing access to all connections and controls
- Features recycled paper packaging

Buy the Hard Candy Bubble Shell Now for Just £25.95 from GearZap.com