Now that I've got a new laptop (which continues to be awesome), I need something to carry it around in. I've been using a backpack with built-in laptop sleeve that my mother-in-law got from a business convention. It is nice, but for day-to-day, I need something that says "professional" rather than screams "broke college student" (which I am currently neither broke nor in college). The bag (probably messenger-style) needs also not shout "potential terrorist" in case I've got to travel with it for any future jobs. Last, but in equal importance, my laptop bag should in no way whisper "man purse." Although I'm sure that's exactly what it will become.
I've found a few I like – reasonably priced when you consider how much we paid for the computer itself – but I figured I'd toss questions at fellow laptop owners. What do you transport yours in? Do you use it every day? What do you like about it? Where'd you get it? What's it made out of? How often have you dropped it and wondered if your computer was OK? What do you wish it did that it doesn't do? Lots of questions for a Thursday, I know, but answer none or any that you've got something to say about. It is, as always, most appreciated.
Happy Thursday!
I bought a very swank leather oversized handbag to carry mine in. Love it, but it's girlie, so it's not so much for you. Sorry.
Happy Thursday to you, too!
I have a work issued case. There are lots of zipper pockets. They are handy for my lipstick and gum. It is super padded so I never get nervous about dropping it in my trunk. It has a long strap that hangs off my shoulder. I heart my laptop and case!
TV theme fixed...
Gee, I'm thinking the "manly" answer is a gutted tool box. If you're handy, you can probably section off an area in there for a six pack to stow away. Definitely not girlie, plus, stout enough to handle the abuse.
Tackle box also says, "Dude" pretty loud and clear.
I have a wheeled laptop carrier that was given to me at work when I got my laptop. For me, it's great, because I bring my laptop home every evening, and it's a fair hike to my parking space at work.
It's a Samsonite, and I've been using it for 4 years (it's on its second laptop). And it's held up quite well.
Cas
Have a nice weekend.
Definitely go with one of these:
Booq bags
Timbuk2
Now I want a new laptop. So much for the home improvement fund.
Duh, you need (drum roll please...)
The Brain Cell:
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