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Protecting your MacBook is a good investment!

charles — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 17:24:49 +0000

Ebay suggests that Apple MacBooks in a good condition sell for up to 50% more than damaged or scratched MacBooks. Protecting your MacBook against scratches is one of the main concerns for MacBook users. These expensive and beautifully crafted machines deserve to be treated with care. So the first thing people should do is to consider buying a good MacBook Sleeve or Case. Keeping your MacBook in good condition will ensure that it keeps ongoing for years to come, which is ceratinly a good investment that may even pay off when it comes to selling your MacBook.

One of the best products aimed at preventing scratches is a MacBook Skin, these are adhesive covers designed to protect the MacBook from scratching during everyday use. The MacBook InvisibleSHIELD provides virtually invisible and indestructible protection, making it one of the best products we sell. But you’ll still need to get some shock protection, so we always recommend buying a well padded case or bag when your MacBook is not in use.

MacBook InvisibleSHIELD

New Isis Dei Laptop Sleeves Launched!

charles — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:13:02 +0000

Introducing a new range of laptop sleeves from Isis Dei. These cool new designs are guaranteed to impress your friends and will certainly add a touch of style to your laptop.

The slim design means that this case fits comfortably in your bag, offering great portability, without compromising on your Laptops sleek design. Plus, there’s an inner lip to prevent scratches from the zip.

Design highlights include the new Isis Dei: Riviera Bleu, Goldfish and Paisley. Now available in sizes 10″, 13″, 15″ and 17″ – there is a laptop or MacBook Sleeve to suit everyones needs.

Built NY Laptop Sleeves – Funky Neoprene Protection!

charles — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 14:46:51 +0000

Introducing a funky new range of laptop sleeves from New York designers BUILT. The company is famous for designing lifestyle accessories and protective cases using their signature super-thick neoprene which is very similar to the material used in wetsuits.

BUILT designs iconic neoprene totes that make everyday life more enjoyable. Their roots in the tradition of American industrial design guide them in the belief that form is as important as function, and color is the glue that binds them together. Drawing inspiration from the city that never sleeps, Built apply colour and pattern to their laptop sleeves.

BUILT Laptop Sleeves offer protection without bulk, and fit into backpacks, totes, or luggage. They’re easy to travel with, and the checkpoint friendly design lets you go through airport security with the laptop inside the sleeve. BUILT NY neoprene sleeves are designed to fit Macs and PCs, and come in a variety of eye-catching colors and patterns.

Available in a wide range of sizes and designs – BUILT NY has you covered.

Buy a wide selection of Built Laptop Sleeves from GearZap.com now!

BUILT Laptop Sleeves offer protection without bulk, and fit into backpacks, totes, or luggage. They’re easy to travel with, and the checkpoint friendly design lets you go through airport security with the laptop inside the sleeve. BUILT neoprene sleeves are designed to fit Macs and PCs, and come in a variety of eye-catching colors and patterns.

Available in a wide range of sizes and designs – BUILT’s got you covered.

Cool Bananas ‘OldSchool’ Netbook Messenger Bag – Review

charles — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 16:15:08 +0000

Netbook Choice kindly reviewed the popular Cool Bananas ‘OldSchool’ Netbook Messenger Bag for us. Here’s a quick overview of the comments, although you may want to read the full review here.

“The messenger bag has very classic styling as judged by its ‘OldSchool’ name. It is made out of high standard materials and wouldn’t be seen out of place for business use. Even just looking at it screams of premium quality.”

“As befits the styling of the messenger bag, it’s nice to see that Cool Bananas embossed its logo into the flap rather than including its usual coloured logo that would have seemed out of place. The exterior is made out of a soft leatherette material. You’d be hard pressed to tell the difference between real leather as the texture looks and feels very similar.”

“Overall, reviewing the OldSchool Netbook Messenger Bag reinforced the high regard we have for Cool Bananas products. There is no doubting the high quality of craftsmanship that has gone into its construction and the premium feel of materials used.”

“The only surprising thing about the bag is the price. It feels much more expensive than it is, for less than £30 you get a messenger bag that would not look out of place for business use. This is perhaps where the bag is targeted with the ability to carry around netbooks up to 12.1-inches in size along with enough room for documents and small accessories. Even for everyone else, it is a stylish bag that should last for a long time and comes fully recommended.”

You can buy the Cool Bananas ‘Old School’ Netbook Bag at the GearZap store for £29.97 (at time of publishing). It’s available in a choice of Black or Brown.

Buying a MacBook Screen Protector

charles — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 15:23:00 +0000

A MacBook Screen Protector is the best way of protecting your MacBook or MacBook Pro screen from scratches, scrapes and abrasion. Screen protectors come in a variety of types including; ultra-clear, anti-glare and privacy. These can enhance the visibility of the display in certain situations. Buying a MacBook Sceen Protector also makes cleaning the display easier because you don’t need to worry about damaging the surface of the screen.

So what’s the best screen protector for Apple MacBook and MacBook Pro? We like the new range of MacBook Screen Protectors from Capdase.

Capdase have launched a great new range of MacBook Screen Protectors for the New MacBook (late 2009) Unibody and MacBook Pro. Made using the highest-quality materials and cutting-edge adhesive technologies – the Capdase ScreenGUARD offers superb transparency and scratch resistance and is designed to fit the MacBook perfectly.

Now available in Crystal Clear, Anti-glare and Privacy variations; The Crystal Clear model is for people who want to maintain the look of their MacBooks display. The anti-glare is ideal for those who dont like the reflections caused by the glossy MacBook screen. Privacy is perfect for people who work in public places where others may spy on their work – the technology works to prevent the screen from being viewed from a side angle.

The Capdase range is available from GearZap.com starting at £9.95. Why not browse our huge range of MacBook Accessories now.

The Best MacBook Sleeves

charles — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 16:09:40 +0000

If you want to buy a MacBook Sleeve to protect your New MacBook or MacBook Pro then you’ve come to the right place. With loads of MacBook Sleeves on the market, it’s hard to know which one to get. At GearZap we pride ourselves on finding and testing the best MacBook sleeves around so you don’t have to. Using our expertise and knowledge in this area, we have put together a list of some of the best MacBook Sleeves you can buy. Just read on to view a list of our favourites in no particular order.

ZeroShock IV Advanced for 13″ MacBook

The ZeroShock IV advanced sleeve incorporates a newly developed hollow centre ribbed construction which absorbs shock from lateral orientaion. The interior is made of light polyurethane foam (slow depression, slow return), while the dual layer exterior is made with EVA foam that absorbs shock from the outer perimeter. These advanced materials combine to provide a laptop sleeve with the best shock protection available.

Sumdex Aircube

Traveling with your MacBook should make life easier, not more inconvenient! The super cool Sumdex Aircube™ MacBook Sleeve features Patent Pending Air Cell Technology for excellent protection and functionality. The Check-Quick™ feature is a unique air-pocket system designed to allow you through airport safety check-points as fast as possible. Available for 13″, 15″ and 17″ MacBook Pro.

Cool Bananas ‘ShockProof’ 13.3″ Laptop Case

The Cool Bananas ‘ShockProof’ 13.3″ Laptop Case is designed to fit the 13.3 Laptops and the 13-inch Macbook Pro perfectly. As the name suggests, this slip case is designed to protect your MacBook from knocks and bumps with its shock-absorbing memory foam core, while the soft inner materials and zipper lip will also prevent scratches.

Pakuma MacBook Sleeve

Pakuma eco 2 bag cocoons are the greener option for keeping your notebook safe and secure. Each case is made from 100% recycled materials. However you would probably never guess this because they’re also very high quality and durable. Pakuma use the most proven, high performance materials around and select the best quality fittings available. Each and every bag is made to the highest standards, and made to last. The designs are simple and above all practical. The Pakuma Eco2Bag is currently available for the 13″ and 15″ MacBook Pro.

Built NY Sleeves

This Built NY sleeve offers maximum protection for laptops between 12-13.3″. It’s made from thick water resistant neoprene with a fleece-lined interior, so you can be sure it will protect your laptop from light knocks and scratches. Stretching to fit, its unique hourglass design secures your laptop in place while Shark Gill grips on the side make handling slip-free. The heavy duty wetsuit style zip ensures it’s quick and easy to slip your laptop in and out.

Cool Bananas MacBook Envelope

The Cool Bananas retro-look envelope is one of the coolest MacBook slip cases around. It’s made from durable leather style material with a soft velvet lining to protect your MacBook 13″ from scratches and shocks. The magnetic button makes it quick and easy to get your MacBook in and out.

Pat Says Now

Pat Says Now is the first manufacturer of laptop sleeves from Switzerland. These attractive laptop sleeves definitely stand out from the crowd. Made of high-quality neoprene, they protect your MacBook against scratches, moisture and dirt. Robust on the outside, the sleeves are fleecy and soft within. Their smooth running zippers are easy on both the laptop and your fingernails. Witty designs and blazing colours make every bag a unique accessory for out and about.

If you havn’t seen a sleeve you like here, please take a look at all our MacBook Cases. We are also interest in any other suggestions you may have for our list of the best Macbook cases.

The Ultimate Laptop Cleaning Kit

charles — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 11:16:27 +0000

Are you looking to buy Laptop Cleaning Products? GearZap has just the solution! We have a new range of Laptop Cleaning Products designed to clean all areas of your laptop. If you have a smeared laptop screen, dirty keyboard or dusty cooling fans then look no further.

Our great range of Laptop Cleaning Products includes the Procare Ultimate Laptop Cleaning Kit. This is a one stop solution which includes everything you need to make your laptop look brand new again.

So whats in the box?

- Keyboard cleaning pen
- Extra cleaning tip (2 pcs)
- Screen cleaner
- Ultra-fine microfiber cloth
- Screen cleaning fluid (30cc)
- Surface cleaning fluid (10cc)
- Dust Blower
- Instruction manual

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GearZap Launch Sumdex Aircube ™ Laptop Cases

charles — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 13:52:24 +0000

GearZap are proud to announce a new innovative range of Laptop Sleeves designed especially for travellers. The new Sumdex Aircube™ range is a revolutionary laptop case featuring a semi-transparent system of air cells which allow security staff to check your laptop without the need to remove it from the case. This means no more messing around at airport security.

Another great feature of this new range of Laptop and MacBook Cases is that the air-cells are designed to utilise small channels to transfer shocks and bumps back and forth between the cells for excellent protection.

The Aircube doesn’t stop at innovative functionality – it’s also about the funky styling. The transparent air-cells of these Sumdex Cases make this one of the coolest looking laptop sleeves around – so you’ll be the envy of all your friends. Wrapped in stretchable, form fitting neoprene which also acts to protect against scratches and bumps. The Aircube sleeve is currently available in Black, Pink and Grey (for MacBook).

With a full range of sizes available, the Sumdex Aircube is available in 10.2” Netbook, Laptop, MacBook and MacBook Pro 13-inch, 15-inch and 17-inch. They are now in stock at GearZap.com.

Guide: Which MacBook do I have?

charles — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 17:40:34 +0000

- How can I identify my MacBook?

- What are the differences between MacBooks?

- Which MacBook do I have?

Are you trying to find out which version of the Apple MacBook you own? This is a common question from MacBook owners because Apple has released new models under the same name. This can cause problems, for example; when you’re looking to buy a MacBook accessory or MacBook case which is designed for a specific MacBook.

This article aims to tell you the main differences between the recent models of the MacBook so you can work out which model you have or want to buy.

MacBook History

In May 2006, Apple released the first generation black and white MacBook. A unibody aluminum MacBook was subsequently introduced in October 2008. Then in October 2009, a unibody polycarbonate MacBook was introduced.

For the purposes of identifying your MacBook, we now refer to the model using the date it was first introduced i.e. MacBook (13-inch, Late 2009).

How to identify your MacBook

Note: These instructions are only for the MacBook 13″ and not the MacBook Pro.

STEP ONE:

Find out at least one of the following pieces of information:

- Serial Number: on the bottom of the case / the battery bay or system information

- Model Number: on the box, receipt or system information

- Configuration: on the box, receipt or system information

STEP TWO:

Use the information from STEP ONE to find your MacBook in the table below. This will give you the date it was released and allow you to identify which cases and accessories work with your MacBook.

Model	Model number	Configurations
MacBook (13-inch, Late 2009)	MC207xx/A	13.3″/D2.26G/2×1GB/250/SD-DL
MacBook (13-inch, Aluminum, Late 2008)	MB466xx/A	13.3″/D2.0G/2×1GB/160/SD-DL
MacBook (13-inch, Aluminum, Late 2008)	MB467xx/A	13.3″/D2.4G/2×1GB/250/SD-DL
MacBook (13-inch, Mid 2009)	MC240LL/A	13.3″/2.13/2X1GB/160/SD
MacBook (13-inch, Early 2009)	MB881xx/A	13.3″/D2.0G/2×1GB/120/SD-DL
MacBook (13-inch, Late 2008)	MB402xx/B	13.3″/D2.1G/2×512/120/SD-DL
MacBook (13-inch, Early 2008)	MB402xx/A	13.3″/D2.1G/2×512/120/Combo
	MB403xx/A	13.3″/D2.4G/2×1GB/160/SD-DL
	MB404xx/A	13.3″/D2.4G/2×1GB/250/SD-DL
MacBook (13-inch, Late 2007)	MB062xx/A	13.3″/D2.2G/2×512/120/SD-DL
MacBook (13-inch, Late 2007)	MB063xx/A	13.3″/D2.2G/2×512/160/SD-DL
MacBook (13-inch, Mid 2007)	MB061xx/A	13.3″/D2.0G/2×512/80/Combo
	MB062xx/A	13.3″/D2.16G/2×512/120/SD-DL
	MB063xx/A	13.3″/D2.16G/2×512/160/SD-DL
MacBook (Late 2006)	MA699xx/A	13.3″/D1.83G/2×256/60/Combo
	MA700xx/A	13.3″/D2.0G/2×512/80/SD-DL
	MA701xx/A	13.3″/D2.0G/2×512/120/SD-DL
MacBook	MA254xx/A	13″/1.83 GHz/60 GB/Combo
	MA255xx/A	13″/2 GHz/60 GB/SuperDrive
	MA472xx/A	13″/2 GHz/80 GB/SuperDriv

Once you know which MacBook you have, why not visit our MacBook Accessories Shop or buy a MacBook Case.

GearZap Announce New MacBook Accessories Store

charles — Fri, 15 Jan 2010 15:00:44 +0000

We are proud to announce the launch of a new MacBook Accessories store. With the popularity of Apple MacBook continuing to grow, along with the launch of the most recent aluminium MacBooks – GearZap has responded with a new range of the best MacBook Accessories from around the world. With the wide range of accessories currently available, GearZap is the ideal online shop for anyone looking to buy a new MacBook Case or other accessories.

Using our expertise and knowledge in this area, GearZap have put together a list of MacBook Cases that offer excellent protection against bumps and scratches. Our store includes MacBook Cases and Bags from brands including; Cool Bananas, Knomo, Speck, Moshi and many more.