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MacBook Sleeves – Which Are The Best Ones?

Monday, February 7th, 2011

There are so many amazing MacBook Sleeves to choose from these days, from so many top brands, in so many different and innovative designs – it can be a real nightmare to pick the right one for you. So to help, we’ve picked out some of our favourite Macbook Sleeves, for each different size MacBook that are currently available!

MacBook Air 11″ Sleeve

Cool Bananas MacBook Air 11" Envelope Sleeve

One of the best MacBook Air 11″ Sleeves is the Cool Bananas Envelope Sleeve, which has soft black leather to neatly hold your MBA in place. The MacBook Sleeve has a soft velvet lining, which ensures your MacBook Air 11″ won’t get scratched when placed in our taken out of the sleeve. The sleeve has a magnetic clasp which holds the envelope flap firmly shut, so there’s no chance your MacBook will fall out of the Sleeve.

MacBook Air 13″ Sleeve

Brenthaven MacBook Air 13" Elite Sleeve

One of GearZap’s new sleeves is the Brenthaven MacBook Air 13″ Elite Sleeve in brown, with pink trim. Brenthaven are well known for making some of the best cases and accessories, especially for iPads and MacBooks, and you can see why they have a good reputation with this product. The brown exterior is well made, and is tough, providing excellent protection for your 13″ MacBook Air. The edging is lined with a bright pink which contrasts brilliantly with the brown. This sleeve also has a strong magnetic closure, keeping the flap firmly in place. This sleeve is also made from high density padding, giving excellent protection against any knocks.

MacBook 13″ Sleeves

Pakuma eco2bag Cocoon 13.3" MacBook Sleeve

Pakuma Cases and Bags are very cool, not least because the model shown above, the Pakuma eco2bag 13″ Macbook Sleeve is made entirely from recycled materials! There are very few sleeves that can claim the same thing. It’s great to see a company taking a responsible approach to their manufacturing. You’ll be please to know that Pakuma have not compromised on quality in creating this sleeve, it is one of the best sleeves in terms of protection, with a unique COCOON system, which protects your MacBook extremely well.

Macbook Pro 13″ Sleeves

Urbano Zip Sleeve 13" MacBook Pro

Urbano Cases are some of the best sleeves around, made from ultra high quality leather with beutiful finishes. These sleeves really are some of the best quality sleeves for MacBook. Fortunately they come in a range of sizes, so you’re bound to find a Urbano MacBook case that fits your model. The one shown above is the Urbano Vintage Zip Sleeve for MacBook Pro 13″.

Macbook Pro 15″ Sleeve

Noreve Leather Sleeve for 15" MacBook Pro

Noreve also make some of the best leather quality cases around. This particular case is a one of  a kind and is hand crafted to an exceptional quality standard. The blank leather is of the highest quality, with a easy to use zipper, to neatly hold your MacBook Pro 15″ in place. This is certainly a luxury sleeve, perfect for carrying your MacBook to important meetings!

Top 11.6″ Netbook Cases & Bags

Friday, November 6th, 2009

Netbooks are getting bigger! In the last few months, we have seen the launch of several new netbooks with an 11.6″ screen size. These include the Asus Eee PC 1101HA, Compaq 311c and Acer Aspire One 751. We really like this new bigger screen size, but it can be difficult to find 11.6″ Netbook Cases to protect them. Luckily GearZap have come to the rescue with a new range of 11.6″ Netbook Bags and Cases designed to fit these new netbooks perfectly. Here’s a list of some of the best 11.6″ Netbook Cases available.

The Cool Bananas “Bullet Proof” Hard Case is made from sturdy shock-resistant materials that absorb knocks and bumps. On the inside the soft inner lining and zipper lip will prevent scratches to your netbook, while the fixing belt will hold it securely in place. The case is designed to accomodate almost all netbooks and even provides enough room for those netbooks where the battery sticks out a little. There is also an inside pocket which provides room for smaller accessories such as memory sticks, cables, dongles etc.

Cool Bananas 11.6" Hard Case

Cool Bananas 11.6" Hard Case

ZeroShock III Netbook Case 11.6-12″

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 III and offers unrivaled protection for your netbook. The inside of the case is lined with low rebound polyurethane (slow depression, slow return). Combined with its wave-shaped design, this material offers the ultimate light weight shock protection. It also has the added bonus of a front pocket, ideal for storing smaller accessories.

ZeroShock III 11.6" Case

ZeroShock III 11.6" Case

be.ez LArobe 11.6″ Netbook Case

The LArobe 11.6″ Netbook case from be.ez is made from Low Resilience Polyurethane which has unique shock absorbing properties (slow depression, slow return) that also mould to the shape of your netbook. It’s ideal for protecting your notebook on the move and clothing it in an original, stylish surround.

This case is currently available in Black and Red Kiss, both have a pure white soft lining.

be.ez LArobe 11.6" Netbook Case

be.ez LArobe 11.6" Netbook Case

Tech Air 10-11.6″ Netbook Bag

This Tech Air Netbook Case is a modern interpretation combining the appeal and attributes of a slipcase, sleeve and laptop bag. This stylish and elegant case offers a modern and casual alternative to a traditional classic toploader.

The grey coloured exterior is durable, shower proof and stain resistant. The foam protection on the inside is shock resistant and will protect your netbook from bumps and scratches, while the internal lining is made from contrasting orange coloured oxford nylon.

A front pocket and back slip pocket offers lots of space for documents and accessories and in addition to webbing accented carrying handles the case has an adjustable and detachable shoulder strap.

Tech Air 11.6" Netbook Bag

Tech Air 11.6" Netbook Bag

Cool Bananas Neoprene 11.6″ Netbook Slip Case

This Cool Bananas Slip Case will protect your netbook from bumps and scratches, while the additional pocket provides space for your accessories. Made from durable neoprene material, the case has a shock-absorbing core to protect from knocks and bumps.

The pouch will protect your netbook from dirt and scratches, ideal for carrying your netbook inside another bag or rucksack. Unlike many other slip cases, this one has an additional zippered front pocket to store your power adapter, mouse, USB stick, pens or other essentials.

Cool Bananas 11.6" Neorpene Case

Cool Bananas 11.6" Neoprene Case

Cool Bananas ‘OldSchool’ Netbook Messenger Bag

Cool Bananas ‘Old School’ Netbook Messenger Bag is a practical leather style shoulder bag with a padded netbook compartment and multiple pocket organiser. Made with chic leather style material and finished with an embossed logo, it features an adjustable padded shoulder strap.

With multiple pockets there’s plenty of room for your power adapter, accessories and gadgets. The main and back compartments can be secured with a zip, while the magnetic poppers on the front allow for easy and convenient access. Available in black or brwon leather, this netbook bag is suitable for all netbooks up to 12″ in size.

Cool Bananas 'Old School' Messenger

Targus XS Netbook Case 10-12″

This beautiful netbook case brings a contemporary slant on classic design. Each case has been carefully crafted with a stylish approach to practicality. It’s ideal for professionals and students and would make a perfect travel companion.

Constructed from quality materials, it features a protective padded main compartment so you can be sure that your netbook is safe. Carrying is made comfortable with a cushioned shoulder pad. The length of the shoulder strap is adjustable and the strap can be removed completely if desired. Keeping belongings organised is easy with a selection of sized pockets designed for convenience, easily accessible in front zip down section.

Targus XS Netbook Case 10-12"

If you’ve not seen the case here that’s right for you, take a look at the full range of 11″ Netbook Cases & Bags.