So a new MacBook Pro has been released, called the MacBook Pro 13 with Retina. Retina being Apple’s branding for its high resolution screen technology, the new model has double the amount of pixels meaning it is much brighter and sharper. There are not many other differences between this new MacBook and its predecessor, except being slightly thinner and having flash memory. However the new MacBook Pro with Retina does come with a fairly hefty price tag of £1,249 and with that in mind you will need a good quality case to keep it protected. This is where Twelve South comes in.

Twelve South make high quality leather cases, and here at Gearzap we have just had in their new Twelve South BookBook MacBook Pro 13 with Retina Leather Case. This new case will give your MacBook great protection and you peace of mind, it will stop your device from being accidently knocked or scratched. Your MacBook sits in the case perfectly and can be unzipped and opened to use the device without removing it, making it very functional.

The case is designed to make it look like an old style book, which is a very unique design meaning your new MacBook will stand out nicely. The case is made from high quality leather so you know you have a high class product. This MacBook Pro 13 with Retina case is finished with a high quality zipper that is protected internally therefore you know it won’t scratch your device and a bonus feature of this case is you have full access to all ports when using the MacBook and you have peace of mind they are covered when not.

All in all this is a great new case from Twelve South as always, it combines great design, high quality and good functionality to offer you the best.

The MacBook Pro 15 with Retina was a massive success from Apple, doing far better for Apple than a typical MacBook refresh. Thousands upon thousands of people purchased the 15″ Retina display MacBook Pro, and now a 13 inch version is set to be announced. It’s interesting to note that the 13″ size for original MacBook Pros is actually the most popular model.

Set to be debuted with 2 Thunderbolt ports – the first Apple product to do so – the 13″ Retina is expected to be extremely popular.

As with the 15″ model, we will have a great MacBook Pro Retina 13 case range available, with our most popular product for the Retina – the ToughGuard hard case – expected to show its face in the coming days. Be sure to check back on GearZap regularly for more great products being added. Also, be sure not to miss our rapidly expanding iPad Mini case range as of 6pm tonight!

We have received word today that Speck will not be releasing their products for the new retina MacBook until at least September 2012. This is due to the upcoming iPhone 5 release and this is where the manufacturer sees their priority, which with the demand of that device compared to the retina MacBook, is understandable.

Whilst this is understandable, it is also very disappointing for retina MacBook owners that are looking for the form-fitting protection that Speck cases provide. We love Speck cases at GearZap, and we too are disappointed with the delay.

However, we do have an alternative product that is just as good as the Speck SeeThru, and will be in stock much sooner than the September release date for the Speck cases. This product is the Incipio Feather:

The Incipio Feather will give form-fitting protection, a soft satin-like feel and still has cut-outs for all of the ports on your device. It is available to order on our website now and will more than just a suitable alternative.

Getting a MacBook Pro for Christmas, either as a present for yourself or a loved one? Well, you might want to consider some of our favourite MacBook Pro accessories that we have on GearZap, we’ve listed a few below to help you out!

The Thule Gauntlet MacBook Pro 13 hard case is as tough as it gets when it comes to MacBook Pro protection, giving rigid but stylish protection to your MacBook Pro. Made by top Swedish brand Thule, the case has a ferocious looking exterior but a contrasting, gentle interior to provide the best protection possible. What’s more, the Thule Gauntlet is also available as a MacBook Pro 15 case.

The Cool Bananas Envelope Case is one of the most stylish products you can get when looking for a MacBook Pro case. Specifically made as a MacBook Pro 13 case,  the envelope provides excellent protection for your MacBook Pro whilst looking unique and professional.

This MacBook Pro screen protector from Moshi will ensure that the screen of your MacBook Pro remains free from scratches, as well as fingerprints, dirt and dust. Its unique anti-glare properties reduce the amount of light that reflects on your screen, preventing glare and therefore allows you to work much more comfortably when in direct light.

This ColcaSac MacBook Pro 13 Sleeve is the best you can get in terms of unique style for your MacBook Pro. Made from natural materials, it doesn’t get much better than the ColcaSac. This unique brown design, known as ‘hanakapiai’, complements your MacBook Pro’s aluminium exterior and its fluffy, quilted interior provides all of the protection that your MacBook Pro will need.

Moshi are one of the coolest brands around. Fact. With their stylish lines, obsessive attention to detail and plush white and silver colours, they are one of the first brands that spring to mind when Apple owners are looking to accessorize their devices. Here at GearZap we’ve just had some brand new Moshi items turn up, and we are really excited about them. Here’s a quick showcase of some of our favourites.

The stunning silver Moshi Memory Card Reader, is a great addition to your iMac or your MacBook, extending the number of different inputs you can have on your device. This MacBook Memory Card Reader, with USB hub 2.0 gives ultra-quick transfer of your media, and can take a huge range of different formats. This can even work as a useful PS3 USB Hub too if you really need it to.

The Moshi iVisor for MacBook Pro 13, is a fantastic MacBook Pro Screen Protector, keeping your MacBook screen in perfect condition. We all know how easy it is to scratch or mark a screen, so this is a great solution for those who want some added protection. The Moshi iPad 2 iVisor is also available too, for those who are looking for iPad 2 accessories.

Another great item from Moshi is a MacBook Keyboard Protector. This might not be the first thing that springs to mind when thinking of accessories for the Macbook pro, but these have been extremely popular. It’s easy to get dirt and grime in your keyboard, and scratch it to, so Moshi offer a great solution that looks brilliant, their MacBook ShieldPad.

If you love Moshi as much as us, why not check out the rest of their accessories? They have a great range of MacBook Cables, including MacBook to TV Cables too, which are extremely useful!

The world of gadget sleeves is about to be revolutionised thanks to ColcaSac and their 100% natural, hemp cases. Their eco-friendly views are obvious when looking at the materials involved, but when you look at the design you will realise that quality has not been sacrificed, but gained.

The heavy duty hemp material that the cases/sleeves are made from is the toughest natural fibre in the world, and is grown rapidly and plentifully in rural China; making it a reliable, reusable source.

At GearZap, we are initially going to be stocking two designs; Zagora (a dark grey/black colour, pictured below) and Hanakapiai (the brown design pictured above) as a MacBook Air 11 sleeve, a MacBook Air 13 sleeve and as a MacBook Pro 13 sleeve, which also fits the standard MacBook 13″.

Whether you are looking for a MacBook case or a MacBook sleeve, you must consider a ColcaSac as they are one of the most stylish sleeves around and possess excellent protective capabilities thanks to its thick, strong material and secure velcro flap.

However, it doesn’t stop there. We also have the Zagora and the Hanakapiai available as a Kindle cover or a Kindle sleeve, meaning that you can keep your Kindle 3 completely protected from scratches and damage and enhance the look of it whilst you are carrying it around.

Order one online before 6pm and we will dispatch it today!

With the launch of every new product, no matter how big or small, there will always be things that don’t quite suit everyone. The new MacBook Air is no different, with many different things that seem to be getting on peoples nerves or not being to their taste. At GearZap, we are determined to improve the experience that everyone has with their device, which is why we have a range of products that can improve your new MacBook Air.

Firstly, we have been hearing that the picture quality on the new Air’s are not all that great, and even heard in some instances a ‘gradient’ effect is being displayed on peoples screens. We searched high and low to find a solution to this, and managed to find this SGP MacBook screen protector:

Available as a MacBook Air 11 screen protector and as a MacBook Air 13 screen protector, this ‘crystal clear’ protector is not only 100% transparent and therefore doesn’t hinder your screen brightness, it is also designed to improve the images on screen. That’s right – improve. It uses a unique glass-like coating which protects your screen from scratches and damage and increases image sharpness and improves contrast.

We have also heard that the new MacBook Air has a few problems with overheating. To overcome this problem, we have a ThermaPak HeatShift pad:

The HeatShift pad is specifically designed as a 13″ cooling pad, but there’s nothing stopping use for an 11″ either. The pad is cleverly designed to disperse hot air through its channels of airflow and also through its unique cooling crystals that change from a solid to a gel like state, and extract heat during all stages – even after several hours of usage.

One problem that we have been hearing about is specifically for the MacBook Air 11, but this product can also be used with the 13″ so may be beneficial to all users and owners of the new Air, the Moshi MacBook card reader:

The new MacBook Air 11 doesn’t come with an SD card slot, meaning that the many people with an SD card are unable to easily transfer their files onto their MacBook. This card reader takes away that problem, as it plugs into the USB port of the MacBook Air – but don’t think that it wastes one of your USB ports, it comes with a dual-USB port on it, meaning you actually gain one rather than losing one! It is actually compatible with all memory card types, and its brushed aluminium finish matches that of the MacBook Air, and the two compliment each other perfectly.

According to users that have compared using the MacBook Air 11 to the MacBook Air 13, the MacBook Air 11 is not as comfortable to use as the MacBook Air 13, due its palm rest. We have a solution to that also! With the Power Support protection pack:

The primary purpose of this MacBook Air protection pack is, as suggested in the name, to protect your MacBook Air. It comes with a palm and trackpad protector, keeping the bottom area of your new Air protected from scratches, damage and fingerprints. However, the palm protector is actually made from a cushioned material with increases comfort during use – making use of the MacBook Air 11″ 2011 much more comfortable to use.

Find these and a whole load of other MacBook accessories at our website, GearZap.com.

We have decided to run through some of our favourite MacBook Air accessories to celebrate the launch of the new MacBook Air. As far as we are concerned, these products are ‘must-haves’ when it comes to protecting and improving the stylish image of your new MacBook Air – or even for your older MacBook Air.

Firstly we are going to look at the Power Support anti-glare screen protector:

Power Support make a wide range of protective products for almost all devices that are available at the moment, and have really revolutionised the world of screen protectors with high quality, long lasting protectors that even have some interesting unique features.

This screen protector is anti-glare, and uses clever design to absorb and diffuse light – meaning that you won’t be looking into glare when you are using your MacBook Air in sunlight or under a light. However, the image quality and brightness are not affected. This is available if you are looking for a MacBook Air 11 screen protector or a MacBook Air 13 screen protector, and is the perfect addition to your MacBook Air in order to keep your screen free from scratches, damage and unnecessary amounts of light reflection.

Secondly, we are going to look at the Aviiq Portable Laptop Stand:

The Aviiq Portable Quick Stand is brand new and the word about it is spreading faster and faster – it has a highly unique feature – it is the world’s thinnest laptop stand. Not only is it ridiculously thin, but it also looks incredibly stylish. However, just because it is thin and stylish – don’t think that it isn’t tough. It is made from unique HyLite material that won’t bend or get damaged, and it will easily support the weight of your laptop – even though it weighs just 5.5oz (0.16kg) and is less than a quarter of an inch thick when folded together, making transportation extremely easy as you can just pop it inside your bag or pocket.

The ergonomic design of the stand makes typing much more comfortable both on the wrists and on the eyes, as it adjusts your laptop to a better angle for vision, helping to prevent wrist and eye strain. As your laptop or MacBook is also lifted up off of the stand, it also improves ventilation and prevents your device from overheating. This really is the perfect laptop or MacBook stand.

The next thing to look at is the Mini DisplayPort to HDMI cable:

This Mini DisplayPort to HDMI cable name might not mean anything to you, but it really is one of the must-have MacBook accessories to have. Why is it? Because it is a MacBook to TV cable. This particular cable connects your video and audio from your MacBook Air straight to your HDTV. If you don’t have a HDTV, have a read of our MacBook to TV cable guide to see which cable(s) you need.

This cable allows you to show off all of your images, video footage, play games on your HDTV from your MacBook and all of the audio is also supported.

Next we come onto a MacBook bag, the STM Scout Shoulderbag:

The STM Scout Extra Small MacBook Air 11 bag is perfect for transporting your MacBook Air 11″. If you want a MacBook Air 13 bag, it is unfortunately unavailable in black at the moment, but we do have it in other colours and a whole range of other MacBook bags.

This bag keeps your MacBook Air separated from other items in your bag, keeping it fully protected from scratches and damages. There is also easily enough room for your charger, your phone, a tablet, documents, books, magazines and any other everyday essentials – without adding extreme bulk and remaining easy to carry at all times.

Finally, we need to look at a MacBook Air case. We are going to look at a very popular case of ours at the moment, the Gumdrop Surf Convertible:

This form-fitting case from Gumdrop has cut-outs for all of your ports and features, meaning that your MacBook Air can remain inside of its case at all times, even during use and charging. The stylish exterior is great on the eye and to the touch, and is only a couple of millimetres thick – meaning that weight and bulk are hardly contributed to, keeping your MacBook Air as slimline as it was designed to be.

At GearZap.com, we have been stocking hard cases for all MacBook models for a while now. However, we realised that they were not being presented to site users as well as they could have been – which is why we now have a brand new MacBook hard case category, which is packed with different colours and styles of MacBook hard cases.

If you are looking for a hard MacBook Air case, we have different categories for each size; which means you can always find your desired MacBook Air 11 hard case and MacBook Air 13 hard case. With the launch of the new MacBook Air (mid 2011) just a few days ago, these are in great demand and will keep your MacBook Air protected from the scratches and damages that can occur during day to day use.

Although production on the MacBook 13″ has now been halted, we still have a range of MacBook 13″ hard cases allowing you to find a great MacBook 13″ hard case. All of our form fitting MacBook cases have cut-outs for all ports and features, meaning you can use every single aspect of your MacBook without ever needing to remove it from its case.

MacBook hard case - ports still accessible

Finally, we have the hard styled MacBook Pro cases. If you are looking for a hard MacBook Pro case then GearZap is definitely the place for you! We have a wide range of varying styles and colours for the following:

• MacBook Pro 13″ hard case
• MacBook Pro 15″ hard case
• MacBook Pro 17″ hard case

With the brand new MacBook Air (mid 2011) release, it’s not only the Apple device that got us all excited. We have been selling MacBook cases for a long time now, but with every new model comes new cases with new styles and all-improved areas of protection – and we were the first to track some down. We have decided to round up 5 of our favourites, new and old, to help you to decide on your perfect MacBook Air case.

Gumdrop Surf Convertible:

This stylish MacBook Air 11 case and MacBook Air 13 case gives high-quality, form fitting protection against scratches and damage for your MacBook Air. Not only does it walk the walk, but it also talks the talk with its soft, micro-fibre exterior and vibrant blue colour. Available for £39.95 for both sizes, this is at the upper end of the market, which proves the true quality of the design and manufacturing of this case.

Booq Viper Hard case:

For those that prefer a case in its rawest form, this may be the option that suits you best. The Booq Viper MacBook Air case is made from ballistic nylon, one of the toughest materials around in cases at the moment, meaning that your MacBook Air is protected from all damage that could possibly be picked up during usual daily mishaps. The material is also waterproof, giving you excellent all-weather protection. The tough exterior is contrasted with soft internal lining that keeps your MacBook Air in place and keeps it looking newer for longer. The £34.95 price tag represents the true quality that this case has to offer. It is also available for both the Air 11 and Air 13.

Incipio Feather Case:

At less than 1mm thin, the Incipio feather MacBook Air cases are the ultimate in slimline protection. Infact, if the case was transparent, we’re confident that you wouldn’t even notice it. This case just so happens to be in purple, an extremely popular colour of case at the moment (although it is available in more colours for both sizes of the Air). Just because it is so thin and inconspicuous, don’t think that it doesn’t offer some of the very best protection around, because it does. Helping to prevent all scratches and damage that could be picked up, this £39.95 form fitting allows you to use all of the features on your MacBook Air whilst remaining inside the case at all times. Its soft touch matte finish is an even further added bonus.

SGP Mahogany Wood:

Some people may prefer a MacBook Air skin, rather than a case, and this SGP Mahogany Wood skin is one of the best. Giving excellent scratch resistance is one of the main benefits of this skin, and it also improves the amount of grip that you have whilst holding your MacBook Air. A cleaning cloth is actually included in with the set, and it is easy to apply and can be removed and reused whenever you wish. One of the best things about a skin is that it adds literally no bulk or weight to your MacBook Air whatsoever, harmonising and complimenting with the sleek body design of the MacBook Air. Other than that, the mahogany effect design is pretty darn cool. Unfortunately this skin is currently only available for the MacBook Air 13, but its £21.95 price tag is almost too good to be true.

Be.ez LArobe MacBook Air sleeve:

Finally, to round off our list of hottest cases for the new MacBook Air, we thought that we should definitely include a MacBook Air sleeve. This sleeve is available in different colours as a MacBook Air 11 sleeve and as a MacBook Air 13 sleeve, the example that we’ve shown in this list is the exciting ‘Black and Wasabi’ colour combination. This polyurethane, neoprene-esque sleeve has unique shock absorbing qualities, meaning that your MacBook Air remains safe even in the unlikely event of a drop from your hand to the floor. The soft, slow depression material moulds to the shape of your device giving increased protection over time. At just £22.95, this may be an option that a lot of you consider to protect your brand new 2011 MacBook Air.