Filed under: Hardware, Odds and ends, Macbook Pro
Make your own MacBook Pro sleeve
Conrad had a nice roundup of available sleeves for the MacBook, but what about you MacBook Pro users? Sure, the sleeve companies say that their PowerBook gear should accommodate your new MacBook Pro, but that doesn't sound like any fun. I say make your own following these instructions.
It may not be pretty, but your MacBook Pro will be safe from falls and thieves (since who would put such a beautiful machine in something like that?).
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varun said 11:41PM on 7-27-2006
Because of the lens distortion, that "straight edge" looks decidedly not straight.
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Shane said 1:29AM on 7-28-2006
hmmm I got a sleeve from Booq bags for my 15in PBP. Fits like a glove, and got it within 24 hrs of ordering.
http://www.booqbags.com/Detail.bok?no=542
My buddy, told me about them after he got one for his 17in MBP.
I just wouldn't trust some foam and duct tape.
Shane
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John P. said 9:26AM on 7-28-2006
Ahh, yes... I made a sleeve for my Titanium. Used similar closed cell foam, glued thin aluminum to it (for hard outside protection), then sewed a thin black (but soft!) material around the foam to make a box shell, then sewed an outer shell of canvas duck, then sewed a strap all the way around, made my own metal loops, and etc... I would never do this again! I'd probably go with this simpler method, that of using duct tape (though I'd probably still use the thin aluminum).
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Geoff Wozniak said 9:28AM on 7-28-2006
My wife made me a rather stylish slipcover for my 17" MBP.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/95586815@N00/
The embroidered Apple logo was a nice touch. :)
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Bruno Fernandes said 10:25AM on 7-28-2006
Booq's sleeve, the Vyper is available in sizes to fit all MacBooks including PRO models as well as PowerBooks. Different sizes should also fit iBooks and PC notebooks of various dimensions.
There's no reason to buy any other sleeve. No one else has anything that is even half as good. It's a good deal at double the price because it will last even longer than your computer.
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LD said 10:31AM on 7-28-2006
Who has the change to plunk down on a MBP but won't fork over the dough for a real sleeve?
You can bet your ass I would never put my nice MPB or even a MB in some freaking duct tape and ugly foam.
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Chad Bergeron said 10:49AM on 7-28-2006
Funny, I got a great sleeve and backpack from maccase (http://www.mac-case.com/MacCase%20Combo.htm) for my MBP. Love it.
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David said 11:18AM on 7-28-2006
Well, now that I've cut up my yoga mat...
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primetime said 12:04PM on 7-28-2006
I just got my custom sleeve from Reload bags and it is awesome. Fit is perfect, choice of custom colors and options, and completely handmade. Not for everyone but very cool if you are looking for something different.
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nezromatron said 12:17PM on 7-28-2006
I never understood why people would spend 2k+ on a computer then skimp on a decent cover for it..
Reminds me of people 'hooking up' their $60k cars with chicken wire..
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Tim said 1:48PM on 7-28-2006
I've got all the ingredients, except for the Macbook :-(
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