Protection with an Aluminum Case
Help safeguard your notebook from bumps and scratches encountered on the road with a sturdy aluminum case. Todd Gold checks out Thinkgeek's useful accessory, that also offers additional security for your pc and prawn sandwiches in the form of two triple combination locks.
Thedoorbell signals the delivery of a pc treasure you've beenwaiting impatiently for days to arrive. You sign for the packageand barely into the hallway you're tearing open the parcel. Theregleaming back at you is your new dual core desktop replacementlaptop. Ok so you're 3 grand lighter in pocket, but one look atthe magnesium alloy chassis, plethora of ports and glossywidescreen display, assures you that this beauty will offer yearsof sterling service.
You rummage through the rest of the packaging to discover more goodies,manuals, power pack, software....all seems present andcorrect......and then your eyes widen in horror at the thinglurking shamelessly under the cellophane at the bottom of thecardboard box - The canvas laptop case.
A cursory examination of this cheap, tacky accessory confirmsyour suspicions. It's an utterly unworthy chariot for your shinynew laptop. - but worry not! Thinkgeek have just the item you'relooking for.....the aluminum laptop case.
This 11 lb unit offers improved security for your notebook inthe form of two triple combination locks. The case hasbeen ruggedly built using extruded aluminum frames, and boasts achunky handle with a molded grip. Inside there's plenty of spacefor your notebook and numerous pockets to store your mouse, cds, cell phone etc.
The aluminum case is available in the U.S for $199, and can holda laptop up to the following dimensions 16.75" x 11.75" x 3". Aunit like this should give your notebook a lot more protectionthan a flimsy canvas bag. Believe me, when thieves take a look atyou with this over your shoulder, stutting down the street likeFrank Bullitt's body double, they'll probably think twice aboutswiping your laptop. A canvas case in comparison whimpers "Stealme!" :) This product can be purchased at Thinkgeek.com
