What is a good case/sleeve for my MacBook Air?

Hi!

I am going to buy a MacBook Air sometime this week 🙂 what I was wondering is what would be the best case/sleeve for it? I don't want it getting scratched and damaged.


I was thinking of going with one of the sleeves from Etsy, but I don't know if they are good or not. Or maybe an invisible shield? Also, maybe a case for the air itself and a sleeve? I don't know, I'm a first time buyer for a MacBook so I want to keep it nice and safe.


Thank You :]

MacBook Air

Posted on Aug 10, 2011 7:52 AM

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Aug 10, 2011 8:16 AM in response to Khaddy

I have the incase perforated hardshell for both my MBA's, and I rather like them.

I also use the incase nylon sling sleeve for both, but with the sleeve the 11" is a tad tight when used with the hardshell, but still works fine.


http://www.goincase.com/products/detail/perforated-hardshell-case-cl57886

http://www.goincase.com/products/detail/nylon-sling-sleeve-cl57828

Aug 13, 2011 9:57 AM in response to Khaddy

I ordered the one from Twelve South. It can be used as a sleeve or a case.


http://store.apple.com/us/product/H5107ZM/A?n=macbookair13&fnode=MTY1NDA2Ng&mco= MjI1ODQyOTM&s=topSellers


My air 13 and case are scheduled for delivery by Tuesday so I can't give you a review yet. It certainly is different and a little pricey but I figured I might as well get the one I want after spending so much on the air. Skimping on a case, or not getting the one i wanted, just didn't make sense.

Aug 15, 2011 1:23 AM in response to Khaddy

Hard Candy Cases make the Bubble Sleeve, which I have for my iPad2 and have on order for my MBA. Very well constructed and offers good protection, particularly for thin and sleek Apple products. The only problem I've found with these cases is that the rubber covers on the zipper pulls are longer (about 2X) than the metal and they tend to break, which is a shame, because the case itself offers wonderful protection. So I just am mindful to be careful when I use the zipper.


Anyway, the link is: http://www.hardcandycases.com/bubble-sleeve-macbook-air-case.html.

Jan 9, 2012 2:19 PM in response to Khaddy

Hi,


If you ae still interested, try http://www.theknittingswede.co.uk/myshop/cat_457292-Knitted-Sleeves-Covers.html for a different take on covers for the macs portables (and other makes - may the Gods of Mac-dom forgive me).


All are handmade to order from natural products. My colleagues and friends love them, and they are just a bit different from the run of the mill store ones.


Hope this helps.

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