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Laptop Bags: Ratings of Sources
Total of 22 Sources

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1. Macworld
June 13, 2008
Wheeled/Rolling Laptop Bags
by Dan Frakes
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Our AssessmentThis recent review covers four rolling laptop bags in detail, but the STM Journey, Case Logic Upright Roller, Solo Shock Stop and Brenthaven Duo II all get the same rating. The main advantages and drawbacks of each bag are well covered, so the best bag depends on your personal priorities.
2. PCMag.com
As of Aug. 2008
Cases and Carrying Gear
by Editors of PC Magazine
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Our AssessmentPC Magazine tests laptop carrying cases and assigns each a numeric rating, which makes it easy to compare bags in this chart. The detailed reviews include a few comparisons, e.g. calling Tumi the "gold standard" in messenger bags. Editors' Choice awards go to the CODi Courier messenger bag, the Talene Reilly Cate tote and the APC Power Ready rolling bag.
3. The Wall Street Journal
Aug. 31, 2007
Weekend Journal; Catalog Critic: Backup Systems
by Charles Passy
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Our AssessmentSeveral adults and teens test five laptop backpacks. The North Face Surge and the Spire Volt XL are judged too bulky for everyday use, two others too flimsy. The sole backpack that passes all the tests is the eBags Downloader Laptop Backpack, judged both the best overall and the best value, with good padding and weight distribution plus plenty of storage space in addition to space for a 14-inch laptop.
4. National Geographic Adventure
Feb. 2008
Extreme Commuters
by Editors of National Geographic Adventure
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Our AssessmentThis review recommends three laptop bags for harsh weather, rating each bag for water resistance, carrying comfort and organization. None of the bags gets perfect ratings on all three factors, but one bag, the Chrome Soma, ranks as best for combined comfort and water resistance.
5. ThinkComputers.org
As of Aug. 2008
Bags
by Staff and Editors at ThinkComputers.org
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Our AssessmentAt least 15 laptop bags get detailed, well-illustrated single-product reviews at this site. Criticisms are sparse, and though laptop bags are rated on a ten-point scale, the lowest rating we found is a nine. The Mamba Sling and the Tom Bihn Super Ego get Editors' Choice awards, however, and the details make these reviews worth a look.
6. GearLog.com
Aug. 2007
Roundup: Laptop Bags for Every Occasion
by Corinne Lozio
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Our AssessmentWith an eye toward style as well as function, this review recommends three laptop bags for various priorities: the Targus Fandango Tote for "fashionistas," the Brenthaven ProLite 2 for business travel and the Brenthaven Metro for commuters. This weblog publishes several more recent single-product reviews of laptop bags. There's evidence of testing but no ranking or rating system here.
7. Shape magazine
Sept. 2007
Laptop-friendly totes we love
by Stephenson
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Our AssessmentThis article recommends three laptop bags in different styles, calling them "shape tested" but without details about how the testing is done. The Ogio Hip Hot, the Casauri Brief and the McKlein Glenn Ellyn Convertible bag are recommended.
8. The Gadgeteer.com
As of Aug. 2008
Laptop Backpacks, Bags, Shoulder Bags
by Contributors to The-Gadgeteer.com
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Our AssessmentAbout 70 laptop bags get very detailed single-product reviews here, with lots of color photos. There are no rankings or ratings here, just product details, but reviews include drawbacks and sometimes comparisons. It's especially helpful to see photos of the reviewers carrying the bags, which gives a much better sense of proportion than photos of laptop bags in isolation.
9. Notebook Review.com
As of Aug. 2008
Reviews, Forum
by Contributors to NotebookReview.com
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Our AssessmentIn addition to an active forum with many discussions of laptop bags and cases of all types, this site publishes very detailed single-product reviews. There are good reviews here for the Wenger Swiss Gear Synergy and the Tom Bihn Super Ego with Brain Cell.
10. Funky, Chic and Cool Laptop Bags
As of Aug. 2008
Laptop Bags
by Kate Trgkovak
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Our AssessmentBrowsing through the well-illustrated reviews at this site is like browsing through a beautiful store. The reviewer tests laptop bags that designers and manufacturers send her for review, using each for a week -- unless she really dislikes it after just two days. The FAQ section lists her personal favorites, which include the Tumbuk2 laptop sleeve, the Rawlings Messenger bag, the iSkin SOHO sleeve and the Tom Bihn Archetype laptop sleeve.
11. Lawrence Apple Users Group Laugh 2.0
Dec. 2007
Papa's Got a Brand New Bag
by David Greenbaum
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Our AssessmentAfter comparing three laptop bags, the author says he keeps coming back to the BBP Hybrid as the favorite, praising its organization (16 compartments), style and comfort. The extra padding makes this bag so comfortable that he says sometimes he's not sure he remembered to put in the laptop.
12. EBags.com
As of July 2008
Business and Laptop Bags
by Staff and Contributors to eBags.com
Credibility Rating
Our AssessmentSome of the laptop bags listed here have accumulated ratings and reviews from hundreds of owners. The site also publishes the percentage (and number) of owners who say they'd buy the same bag again. Among the highest-rated laptop bags are the Solo At Ease Messenger bag, the wheeled eBags Perspective, the GYMSPacific MacBook Poppy Sleeve and the eBags Savvy Laptop Tote.
13. Amazon.com
As of Aug. 2008
Computer Carrying Cases and Bags
by Contributors to Amazon.com
Credibility Rating
Our AssessmentTargus, Wenger Swiss Gear and Samsonite laptop bags seem to be the most popular here. Sorting the list of computer bags by the average customer review puts several less popular but well-reviewed cases by CaseLogic, Lowepro and Mobile Edge at the top.
14. About.com
Aug. 2007
Bum Back Pack Ergonomic Evaluation
by Chris Adams
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Our AssessmentIn this single-product review, Chris Adams, the About.com Ergonomics Guide, praises the BBP hybrid laptop bags primarily for their ergonomics, but also finds them comfortable, with excellent organization and laptop protection. (Note that ConsumerSearch and About.com are owned by the same parent company but are not affiliated editorially.)
15. Arstechnica.com
Jan. 2008
Jan. 2008 Macworld Laptop Bag Roundup
by
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Our AssessmentThis photo tour of laptop bag displays at the 2008 Macworld exhibit is accompanied by comments from experienced reviewers. Readers add useful comments -- criticizing some laptop bags, recommending others. Standouts include the Booq Mamba, the Booq Boa Slimcase, the BBP Hybrid and the Marware CEO Milano.
16. CNNMoney.com
Sept. 2007
4 must-have gadgets
by Chad Dickerson
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Our AssessmentIn this roundup review of products for business, a senior director at Yahoo! Developer Network says he's finally found a laptop bag with enough compartments for everything he wants to carry, the BBP Hamptons Collection Hybrid Messenger/Backpack Laptop Bag.
17. MyMac.com
Mar. 21, 2007
bbp Hamptons Collection - Review
by Owen Rubin
Credibility Rating
Our AssessmentThis is the most detailed single-product review we found of a BBP Hamptons Collection Hybrid Backpack Messenger Bag. The reviewer gives it a near-perfect rating but notes a few drawbacks.
18. Laptop Magazine
July 20, 2007
Back to School: Top Notebook Bags
by Dana Wollman
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Our AssessmentWe'd rank this review higher if it documented any testing. Five laptop bags are recommended. A 2006 roundup review covers more bags and styles, including sleeves and rolling laptop bags, with an Editors' Choice award for each type -- but still no evidence of testing. A separate undated article (probably from 2005) gives an Editors' Choice award to the Lowepro Tropolis 1250.
19. CNET
As of Aug. 2008
Laptop Luxuries: CNet's Notebook Accessories Roundup
by Editors of CNet.com
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Our AssessmentThis review recommends four laptop bags but doesn't document any testing. Highlighted are bags from Mobile Edge, Samsonite and Targus.
20. GeekSugar.com
Dec. 2006
Top Inexpensive Laptop Bags
by Editors of GeekSugar.com
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Our AssessmentThis review recommends three laptop bags priced at $40 or less, with photos and descriptions but without any evidence of testing or use. A separate review recommends three attractive but expensive laptop bags.
21. Lifehacker.com
Oct. 2006
Ask the Readers: Best Laptop Cases
by Contributors to Lifehacker.com
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Our AssessmentOver 75 screened contributors to Lifehacker.com describe the laptop bags they prefer or reject. The comments aren't consolidated in any way, but this is a good review to check for ideas on important factors as well as brand recommendations.
22. About.com
Undated
Top Picks: Nine Reviews of Laptop Bags
by Catherine Roseberry
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Our AssessmentThe Mobile Computing Guide at About.com has assembled nine different reviews of laptop bags (organized by type) without ranking or testing the recommended models.
     
 

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