What's the best case for a Macbook Air for someone who may drop the laptop?

I see all the forums here about cases for Macbook Air, but most people seem more worried about scratches. I am looking for the lightest case that might actually protect the Air in a fall. Any ideas?

BTW I have been a long time PC laptop user which seem to be a bit more rugged (and thus heavy). I have dropped my PC laptop in the past without any damage. I've bought the Macbook Air 13 which arrives this week. I don't mind adding a little weight to the laptop to protect it in a fall...

MacBook Air

Posted on Aug 20, 2012 4:51 AM

24 replies

b j t

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Aug 20, 2012 6:07 AM in response to newenglandfilm

I wasn't saying it to be funny.

Do a search through these forums and / or do a Google search.

Aug 20, 2012 3:10 PM in response to newenglandfilm

Ok, apparently I'm the only clumsy Mac user. I've been properly shamed.

Aug 21, 2012 6:05 PM in response to newenglandfilm

Thank you for the responses -- I really do appreciate the thoughtful advice here.

Sep 12, 2013 12:39 PM in response to newenglandfilm

Speck has several cases for the Macbook Air. There is a good comparison here:

http://www.bestmacbookaircaseguide.com/

ashes57

Level 1

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Nov 7, 2013 12:10 PM in response to newenglandfilm

The best way to go without adding the bulk of a briefcase would be the g form sleeve. It is made of a special material which is designed to absorb impact.

Feb 8, 2014 10:58 AM in response to newenglandfilm

Just go with a case logic sleeve and try no to be so clumsy! 😉

MIIIC

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Apr 24, 2014 7:20 AM in response to newenglandfilm

The TAC-1 case from Mach 3 Commposites. (carbon fiber hard case).

http://www.mach3composites.com/carbon-fiber-case/carbon-fiber-macbook-air/carbon -fiber-macbook-air-case.html

Sep 11, 2014 3:36 AM in response to sparkstevens

Sorry everyone. It looks like the page moved to here....

http://bestification.com/complete-guide-best-macbook-air-case/

CliveOn

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Mar 8, 2015 8:14 AM in response to newenglandfilm

Hard cases don't offer the best protection. I would go with the Thule Gauntlet sleeve.

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