Cases

Review: WaterField Nintendo DS Lite Case

Submitted by jcost on Thu, 01/18/2007 - 21:22.

The Nintendo DS Lite is portable enough to take anywhere.Waterfield Dslite-1 Most DS Lite cases are designed with kids in mind and come in obnoxious colors and sizes. Luckily WaterFeld Designs have come up with an elegant case that any kid or adult would be proud to tote around.

It's nice to see designers taking note of the popularity of portable gaming. So many cases are aimed solely for kids and usually consist of something that resembles a sling or a backpack. You can't discretely carry that around. Let's take a look at the WaterField solution and see how it performs. READ MORE »


First Look: Lexie Barnes - Echo 13 - Designer Notebook Bags for Women

Submitted by jcost on Mon, 12/11/2006 - 14:41.

Lexie Echo 13

Designer Lexie Barnes has introduced her new line of women's Macbook & Macbook Pro bags for 2007. We recently received a sample of the 'Echo 13' in the Viona pattern. Our first impressions are very good. Well crafted, bold prints, and portable are the adjectives that immediately came to our mind.
The bag has a slim form factor, with an external pocket for your power supply & accessories, and a rear slip pocket that will fit your folders & magazines. To provide protection for your computer, they have a closed cell foam padding, which provides a fair amount of protection against damage. READ MORE »


Review: Skooba Skin - Sleeve + Tote

Submitted by jcost on Tue, 11/28/2006 - 10:24.

Almost every day I see a new protection case/sleeve crop up for our notebook computers. It's rare that we see anything that's dual purpose. Roadwired has introduced a very unique product called the 'Skooba Skin'.

It's a minimalistic notebook sleeve / tote that brings something to the market that was missing - versatility. By simply changing the configuration, you can quickly turn your notebook sleeve into a tote & vice versa. READ MORE »


Review: Sportsuit Santa for iPod Nano

Submitted by jcost on Sat, 11/25/2006 - 23:38.

sportsuit santa
Looking for that perfect attention getter case to sport your Nano this holiday season? Look no further than Marware's Sportsuit Santa.
Its a plush case that looks like it should be hanging on the mantle in your house. It features a plush red exterior with a smooth and soft interior lining. It's the perfect conversation starter to wear to all of the holiday parties. READ MORE »


Review: The Luncheon - Crumpler Notebook Bag

Submitted by jcost on Fri, 11/03/2006 - 23:32.

If you've read my previous reviews of Crumpler items, you have a good idea that I think they make a quality product.

Luncheon

This time I am reviewing 'The Luncheon', an attractive bag that is designed to carry your 15 inch notebook and a modest amount of accessories. Constructed with a heavy duty 1000D Cordura water repellent shell, it's made to withstand day to day abuse and look great at the same time. At first glance, you may not even expect a computer to be inside it. READ MORE »


Review: Sportsuit Relay and Sportsuit Sensor+ from Marware

Submitted by jcost on Thu, 11/02/2006 - 14:56.

Are you interested in the Nike+iPod kit for your iPod Nano, but don't want to run with Nike+ shoes? Fortunately, Marware has developed an inexpensive and easy alternative called the Sportsuit Sensor +. sportsuit sensor plus

It's a small neoprene and rubber pouch that allows you to attach the Nike sensor to your favorite running shoes of any brand. This is a fantastic solution for people who don't want to buy the special Nike shoes, for whatever reason.

We tested the Sportsuit Relay for iPod Nano, a combo solution consisting of Marware's patented wrist/armband case and the Sportsuit Sensor + case. The lightweight armband is made of a neoprene and rubber and comes with a velcro attachable extension. The extension can be attached if you have a thick wrist or if you want to wrap it around your upper arm. The extension is long enough that it should accommodate most male and female body types. READ MORE »


Review: Crumpler Hee-Goer Notebook Bag

Submitted by jcost on Fri, 10/13/2006 - 16:22.

hee-goerCrumpler bags were conceived back in 1995 in Melbourne, Australia by a couple ex-bicycle messengers. They wanted a messenger style bag that was durable and visible. They came up with a solution, and the rest is history. They have branched out by making more than messenger bags. They now carry a wide variety of notebook, camera, messenger, and everyday bags. It's a very fun company, and they have some very cool bags to choose from.

One of the bags that caught my eye was 'The Hee-Goer'. It's a horizontal bag made to fit your 12 inch iBook, Powerbook, or MacBook. READ MORE »