Targus Radius Convertible Messenger/Backpack - notebook accessories bundle

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CNET editors' rating: 3.5 stars Very good
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The good: Convertible backpack/vertical messenger design; roomy main pocket; thickly padded strap.

The bad The bad: Space cut up into too many pockets. MacBook tie-in is a bit gimmicky.

The bottom line: Even though Targus emphasizes the backpack part of the sleek Radius Convertible Backpack, we like it a lot better as a vertical messenger bag.

Specifications: Weight: 3.5 lbs See full specs

Price range: $97.65 - $99.99

CNET editors' review

Reviewed by: Dan Ackerman
Reviewed on: 11/29/2007
Released on: 10/01/2007

While a 15-inch MacBook laptop from Apple is really about the same size and weight as a 15-inch laptop from any other PC maker, Targus strikes a clever marketing note by specifically advertising its Radius Convertible Backpack as designed for 13-inch and 15-inch MacBooks. The $99 case is, of course, suitable for any 15-inch or smaller laptop, and if you don't like the backpack look, the twin straps tuck away into a zippered pocket, and you can snap on a traditional shoulder strap to carry it as a vertical messenger.

The Radius Convertible Backpack is black with dark olive-colored accents, giving it a sophisticated urban look, without being too business-like. We much prefer it set up as a saddlebag-style vertical messenger bag than a backpack, because unless you're walking through a college campus, no one looks good lugging a backpack around.

Even though the case only measures 13.3 inches by 19 inches by 4.5 inches, there's a surprising amount of space inside, even if it's divided up into too many individual sections. The main compartment has a padded slot for your laptop--15-inch models are a tight fit and smaller laptops will swim around a bit. The front half of the main compartment accordions out a bit, giving you welcome flexibility for carrying larger accessories.

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"Great fit for Macbook Pro"

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