Laptop Bags Guide

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Why laptop bags?

Because you spent a lot of money on your laptop, a laptop is an essential accessory. Unlike your desktop, you need to be able to carry your laptop around, which means that you will need some sort of bag or case. It’s just too hard to carry a laptop without something to put it in.

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Type of bags

There are several kinds of laptop bags that you will want to look at.

Starting with the minimalist approach, laptop sleeves are the newest way to protect and transport your laptop – but only your laptop. These sleeves only have enough room for maybe a few CDs, but not much else.

If you’re in a business setting, a laptop bag that is shaped like a briefcase can make a professional statement while also allowing you to roll your laptop from place to place – a handy feature. They also include a lot of storage space for all of your papers and accessories.

You might also like a laptop bag that is in the bike messenger style. These bags are bigger than the briefcases, and include a strap that goes over your shoulder, but across your chest. These distribute the weight more evenly and can be reinforced with an additional strap as well as have instant access with the one larger pocket.

Laptop backpacks are also becoming a popular option and alternative to traditional laptop bags. With the ability to be secured onto your body (and off of your hands), traveling laptop owners will also love the fact that you can fit more than just a laptop in here – in fact, you can pack all of your traveling gear in some models.

Buying advice

Aside from protecting your laptop, you will also want to think about a few things when you start to look at a laptop bag.

• Weight

Needless to say, if you don’t want the weight of the world on your shoulders, you will want to see what the weight of the laptop bag is before you add in your laptop and gear.

• Materials

If you’re afraid that you might come across some conditions that might damage your laptop, your laptop bag needs to be made of tougher materials – waterproof, tear resistant, etc. Nylon is good for durability, but for waterproof ability, you might need to look at a roll down design.

• Appearance

Potential thieves are looking for laptop bags, so you will want to make sure that your laptop bag isn’t catching their eye. Stick with subdued colors and find models that don’t scream ‘laptop!’ This is why laptop backpacks are so popular now – they could just be carrying books, so thieves don’t tend to take them.

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• Ease of use

If you can’t get to your laptop in the laptop bag, it’s probably not a good fit for you. Try out taking your laptop in and out, as well as fitting your accessories in the bag as well.

• Damage control

Your laptop bag will also need to have the proper cushioning in order to protect your laptop from harm. Look for a well-cushioned interior that your laptop can sit in and be free of unnecessary jostling.

Here are some great laptop bags I found on the Internet :

» Mobile Edge Premium Tote

Holding laptops up to 15 inches, this laptop bag is fashionable and has all the storage you’ll ever need. The main compartment contains three sections, with a padded middle section for the actual laptop. Since this is a tote design, it is a great fit for women who don’t want to look like they’re carrying their laptop.

» Targus Ultra-Lite Deluxe Notebook Case

Weighing less than three pounds, this laptop bag includes plenty of padding and pockets for your laptop accessories. Made to easily fit a 15 inch laptop, there's an elastic and Velcro strap to hold your laptop in its central compartment. The shoulder straps and handles are also padded for your comfort.

» IC Gear University Notebook Backpack

When you want discretion in your laptop bag, this is the perfect backpack laptop bag. With plenty of padding to protect your laptop from the inside, the outside looks like an ordinary school bag. Once you open it, you’ll see there are many pockets for anything you might need to carry as well as additional padding on the back to keep your shoulders from getting sore.

» Samsonite case

This laptop bag will fit larger laptops and seems to be one of the sturdiest carrying cases I’ve seen. While it’s kind of heavy and not cheap, you are getting quality in return. This bag is big enough for 17 inch laptops and contains multiple layers of padding to protect you and your laptop.

» Case Logic Corporate backpack

With ergonomically designed shoulder straps and a cool mesh back, this laptop bag provides the ultimate in comfort. Your laptop will be secure in the floating computer section that contains more than ample padding. Made with 1680D nylon and supported by an internal frame construction, you can be sure that you’re not just getting a good looking laptop bag – you’re getting a sturdy way to protect your computer.

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