We answer the top 20 questions surrounding laptop cases and how to choose the best one for you. Topics include, fit, value,materials, durability, aesthetics and protection.
The latest cases, covers, bags and sleeves offer much-needed protection for the 15 inch Apple laptop's sleek, aluminum body. However, with the many options out there, it can be quite challenging to find the best product that protects your laptop and complements your lifestyle. Read the post above to get sage advice on how to choose the best MacBook Air 15 inch case to fit your lifestyle.
Finding the Right 15 inch MacBook Pro Case
MacCase offers a broad range of innovative MacBook Pro 15-inch cases, sleeves, bags, and backpacks. Whether from our ethically sourced leather or lightweight nylon, each MacCase15-inch model is an intelligent design filled with quality details. All our current designs fit several generations of 15 MPBs including the 15-inch MacBook Air.
While not Apple's premiere laptop any longer, the 15 inch portable computer was the top dog for most of this new century. MacCase has been making cases, bags and sleeves for the 15" for its entire production run. We were even making protection products for its predecessor, the 15" Powerbook.
In all this time, one thing has remained. We're here to make the best in MacBook Pro 15 inch laptop cases, bags and sleeves for those who need them. How does one choose the right MacBook 15 inch case to meet their needs? It all starts with thinking about the form factor.
Each type of design has a different form factor. The form factor is a fancy way of saying the style of the bag, whether it's a shoulder bag, crossbody bag, sleeve or backpack. Each style will offer positives and negatives. You should have a good idea about which will best meet your needs.
In addition, to knowing what form factor or style will work best for you, it's helpful to know how much you need to carry over and above carrying the laptop. You can ask yourself, my 15 inch MacBook Pro carrying case needs to carry my laptop and.... fill in the blanks. This will help you find the right case to meet your needs.
One thing is certain though, each design will protect your laptop.
MacBook Pro 15 inch Bag: Relaxed Fit Design
The number one question regarding our MacBook Pro 15-inch bag models is, "How do they fit?" Because the 15 models are smaller overall than the models they replace, there will be a bit more room in each design than before.
With a case or sleeve for the 15-inch MacBook Air, the fit once again comes into question. As stated above, MacCase has been making a MacBook Pro bag for the 15-inch in one form or another since the old 15" PowerBook was released. We know users who opt for the larger size Apple laptop are typically professionals looking for a premium experience from their laptop bag, so fit is important.
Over the years we have found customers overwhelmingly prefer more room to a tight fit. Think of the size as a "relaxed" fit. Your 15 inch Apple laptop will not be rattling around in the case, but it will never be a hassle to get it in and out either. As a design idea, the relaxed fit works.
To test this, we made a group of prototypes, each 3mm larger or smaller than our mean size. In the end, it came down to the "Goldilocks" experience. A MacBook Pro 15 bag that was a few millimeters too big felt loose and sloppy. The same design a few millimeters too small created a stressful user experience that is the opposite of the experience MacCase strives to provide.
In the end, the fit of our 15 inch MacBook Pro bag is just right. Just like with your favorite pair of jeans, having a bit more room to get in and out is a good thing.
MacBook Air 15 inch Leather Case
MacCase is one of the few soft goods companies that offers two distinct lines of products, nylon and leather. People often ask us why we do it. Before we created our Premium Leather Collection in 2007, all our models were made of nylon and polyester. Materials that are both water resistant and water replellant.
When we launched our leather line, we still had so many customers who loved our nylon designs, so we kept making them. Each of our designs is created to offer outstanding protection, timeless style and excellent long-term protection for your Apple laptop.
If you're looking for a MacBook Air 15 inch case in leather, we make some of the best. We've been making them longer than anyone as well. Experience creates expertise. This is why we can make the statement above. We subscribe to the idea of continuous improvement. As the decades have passed by and each new design is launched, each design gets better and better.
Our 15 inch MacBook Air sleeve is a classic laptop sleeve. The signature "Apple logo window" that allows the Apple logo on your laptop to become part of the design is iconic. It's been copied by every iPhone case maker in the world.
If you need more than a sleeve, maybe something like a backpack or a vertical laptop bag, we've got you covered there too. Our Flight Jacket case ushered in the vertical laptop bag revolution and is popular with 15-inch Air users today.
Take some time and explore all of our designs to find the best MacBook Air 15 case for you.
FAQ -
Q. What is the best case for MacBook Pro 15 inch?
A. The best case for MacBook Pro 15 inch is the one that best meets your individual needs. All good quality, well-designed MacBook Pro 15 inch cases should provide protection. For best protection, choose a case from an Apple-specific case manufacturer.
Will my 15-inch MacBook Air fit in a case for a 15-inch MacBook Pro?
Any case designed for a 15-inch MacBook Pro should be ale to hold the 15-inch MacBook Air without a problem. The exception are the clip-on, plastic shells often mislabeled as "cases". These hard shells are model specific and are not transferable.
Q. Will a hard case scratch MacBook Pro?
A. There is evidence that over time, a hard case will scratch a MacBook Pro 15 inch. This is caused by the touch points of the hard case abrading against the surface of your laptop. Inhibition of cooling and prematurely wearing out the screen hinge are other issues of hard cases.
Q. Do laptop cases cause overheating?
A. Poorly designed laptop cases can cause overheating issues. If a laptop is used for high-intensity work for an extended period and then quickly put into a tight-fitting case, overheating can occur. To prevent this, choose a reputable manufacturer with vast experience in case design.
Q. Is it OK to put a case on a MacBook Air?
A. The term "case" used to mean a soft-sided bag, sleeve or other protective style. These types of cases are OK to use to protect you MacBook Air. Many people now use "case" to describe hardshell covers. These can cause major problems when used with a MacBook Air.
