Read First Before Buy Case Logic NOXB 114 15 Inch Backpack
I often hear you get what you pay for. In the case of this bag (no pun intended) it is true. My 15.4 inch HP laptop fits in it perfectly. A 17 inch would have a problem. The materials are top grade. The interior padding is thick enough in all pockets to be protective but narrow enough to avoid a bloated bag look or feeling. The arm straps are even padded well. It sits nicely on your back; it is not intrusive because the straps come over your shoulders but quickly disappear under your arms. The pack itself sits on the back well centered with plenty of clearance on both sides so as to avoid being caught on something when walking through a narrow opening; so it is not a big bulky pack sitting on your back. Even the back of the backpack is extra padded so it is soft on your back not matter what you put in it.
This thing is pouch city. There are 3 open ones on the outside; I call them kangaroo pouches, and one zippered one. Then on the inside there are so many padded, or vented pouches it is tough to count them all. They are large and useable so anything you want to carry along with it can find a place. The vented pouches on the inside of the flap, or inside the containment area are convenient for being able to access a barrage of different items, and being able to see them all so when you are rummaging through them you can find just what you need without having to "feel" what you need; you can actually see it. In addition the padded area for your laptop is accompanied by two other padded pouches that are large enough that either one of them could easily house your 10" Net book computer and an Amazon Kindle Wireless Reading Device, Wi-Fi, Graphite, 6" Display with New E Ink Pearl Technology.
So when you add up the top quality materials, the extra padding, tons of storage space, easy access, and more pouches than you would ever need, I can see why Case Logic put out a product that is designed to appeal to the discerning buyer who is willing to spend a little more and get a lot more for it. It should last a very long time; no Mickey Mouse attaching straps or attaching straps that would ever show any stitching problems. Overall highly recommended.
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Dragging around my 15" 5,22 lbs notebook was always a pain for me. Never I was able to combine my passion for easiness and freedom of movement with necessity of taking my work with me between corporate buildings. Now it all solved with one elegant solution, with extra place for my bento-box and umbrella for capricious Moscow weather. Perfect choice for anyone willing to be light on the go :-)
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BalasHapusIn my opinion this is the best macbook + ios devices + peripherials + sunglasses + umbrella backpack on the market today. I am an iOS application developer and I have to lug this stuff (and basically not a whole lot else) back and forth from my house every day and I must have tried 50 backpacks before settling on this one. I was looking for the smallest, at least vaguely professional-looking bag that would carry all my tiny heavy items that has enough padding that I'm not worried about setting the thing down on a hard surface. This one fits the bill nicely. Some observations:
BalasHapusThe material used for the center part of the top flap is a little cheap feeling (would have preferred the ballistic nylon stuff the rest of the backpack is made from, or leather or something) and the actual straps are of below average quality, but functional.
The velcro strap used to attach it to my carry-on luggage is very convenient, and the zipper-expansion feature allows me to use this instead of a larger laptop bag on planes where I have more than the usual number of things to carry.
I have never written a product review before in my life, but I spent a month looking for one of these things and maybe I can save someone else some time.
The Corvus 114 is an attractive and sleek backpack for techies. It is designed for some of today's hottest electronic items, specifically the Apple MacBook Pro, the iPad, iPhone and Amazon Kindle products. The outer material is made of durable, weather resistant black nylon with stretchable accents on the bottom and sides. The shoulder straps loop through a reinforced plastic casing which ensures durability for extended use and heavy loads. There is also a Velcro strap laying flat on the back which allows you to attach the pack to a roller-board/carry-on luggage. The back is also padded for comfort and additional protection for inside electronic items. Other notable exterior features include: an extendable outer shell for larger loads (via a zipper which runs around the perimeter of the pack) and a Velcro clip which allows you to cinch the extraneous strap fabric which typically dangles at the bottom of the shoulder straps.
BalasHapusThe interior features make this backpack really stand out for technology users. First, there is an inside slip pouch which fits a 13" or 15" MacBook Pro perfectly (the standard MacBook, MacBook Air, or any 13-14" widescreen laptop will fit as well). Behind this there is a separate pouch which is designed to hold the Apple iPad (or iPad 2, or Amazon Kindle version 1, 2 or 3). It is important to note that if you keep your iPad permanently stored in any kind of bulky casing, this pouch will be too snug to fit the iPad + case. However, the inside of the pouch is lined in an extremely soft microfiber which will keep your iPad screen perfectly safe from scratches and debris. The main interior pouch will easily store a journal, notebook, textbook or your iPad in its case. This portion is extendable by opening the exterior zipper. There are a few small, deep mesh pouches which are intended for your power adapters/cables for your various devices. Finally, there are two pouches which can be accessed without opening the top cover of the backpack which can store your phone, iPod, wallet, pens, keys, lunch or whatever else. There are two pouches which wrap around the sides of the pack which can be used for storing a bottled water or additional cords.
Overall, this is a very well designed and attractively built technology backpack. It would be an outstanding choice for frequent subway, bus or airplane commuters and/or individuals who find themselves taking their entire entourage of electronic devices out on a regular basis. Unlike standard backpacks, the compartments in this pack are designed specifically for your iPad/Kindle/MacBook therefore they fit like a glove and don't "float around" loosely inside your backpack. Furthermore, the interior is detailed with high quality materials and soft microfiber to keep your electronics clean and safe from damage.
For the price, I would consider this a worthy investment and a quality built product. Case Logic has done well to develop a pack which caters to high-end electronics users. I will be using this stylish backpack to transport my iPad + MacBook + iPhone + Kindle to work every single day. Very pleased with the product, highly recommended! A+
This is a nice quality laptop backpack.
BalasHapusWhat I like about it:
-It's nicely padded
-The interior is light green (instead of black) which makes it easier to see the contents of the bag.
-Many compartments and zippered pockets.
-There's a velcro security strap on the back that you can use to attach the backpack to the handle of a rolling suitcase. (I really like this feature)
-It's expandable. You can add ~3.5 inches to the width of the bag when you unzip it.
Holds everything, including a full sized laptop. Organized. Sleek. Water-resistent. Best comment from coworker, "Looks like you are wearing a parachute."
BalasHapusI am an IT systems engineer and I often have to move about the city by metro, bus or taxi to get to clients. I was risking shoulder injury to carry a messenger bag loaded with gear... I needed a backpack that was slim, functional and looks like something an adult wears to work every day. This bag meets and exceeds those requirements by a long shot.
BalasHapusThe build quality is top notch, from the security strap to the expandable main compartment, to the strap retainers and plush tablet / cell phone pockets.
The bag is truly designed for tech gear and its accessories, and with/without utilizing the expansion zipper I have had no issues throwing in plenty of other items such as changes of clothes, notebooks, documents and the like. The stretch pockets on either side of the bag are perfect for keys, beverages or (thanks to unpredictable District weather) a secure umbrella holder.
The bag is very slim when loaded minimally, and this was a major selling point for me. It looks professional and can slip on and off with ease, and never gets in the way even on crowded mass transit.
Best and most adult-looking "bookbag"-style bag I have ever owned.