The 
Not that everyone liked the
clamshell - veteran ZDNet commentator John Dvorak, never one to hold
back, 
Of
course, some folks liked the original iBook's look from the get-go,
including the MacCase folks, who came out with an Apple-specific laptop
case inspired by the iBook's design and colors came back in 1999.
They've resurrected it in updated form for a new generation of Apple
'Books in response to requests from MacBook and iBook owners - a retro
revival that I suspect may appeal to many Low End Mac readers.
"We
created the market for Apple laptop cases in 1999 with the launch of
the first briefcase for the clamshell iBook," says Michael Santoro,
MacCase's President and CEO. "Despite the unorthodox design, the case
was extremely popular. It actually became the de facto solution
for the iBook."
"While we did
not change the basic shape, we did improve the original with details
like molded rubber corner protectors and an air mesh interior floor
that allows the processor to cool after use, and fully structured side
walls offering greater protection from bumps and falls. Features like
our signature logo window and two-tone front face remain."
The updated and reintroduced MacCase Classic case fits both
families of 13" MacBook plus the 
Inside, the case is generously padded on all sides, top, and
bottom, and two Velcro-closure nylon straps hold the computer securely
in place.
The clear plastic window in the center of the panel
allows the Apple logo on the computer's lid to show through to the
outside world when in situ.
The
MacCase Classic has a briefcase-style handle with a generously
dimensioned soft rubber grip for comfort, and there is also can
adjustable nylon mesh shoulder strap with a comfort shoulder-pad faced
with non-slip "traction" material, that attaches to the case with
substantial, metal, quick-release swivel connectors. The main closure
zippers also have metal pull-tabs.
It bears noting that I'm very favorably impressed with the high
quality of materials, workmanship, and hardware in the MacCase Classic
case - extraordinarily good on all counts - and the case carries a
lifetime warranty. This computer bag looks great (at least if you like
the clamshell iBook look and color themes), offers excellent protection
for your 'Book in a compact, lightweight package, and is reasonably
priced. Its only real shortcoming is a lack of storage capacity for
peripherals and other extras, but that's more an observation than a
criticism, since providing that capacity would make the case bigger and
heavier. Also, MacCase will add a matching (in your choice of black or
white) accessory pouch for an extra $10, which addresses that
issue.
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