Solo Smart Strap Laptop Case
Starting at: $48.83
CNET Editors' Review
CNET Editors' Rating
- Reviewed by: Dan Ackerman
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The good: Brilliant retractable strap; heavy padding; plenty of pockets.
The bad: Plain looking; not suitable for 17-inch laptops, despite its large size.
The bottom line: Only the fantastic retractable Smart Strap stands out on this otherwise conventional laptop case--but that one great feature is more than enough.
It's pretty rare to see someone walking down the street with just a laptop tucked under her arm--that's why we have laptop cases after all. Unfortunately, with countless makes and models available, choosing the right case is almost as confusing as buying a laptop in the first place. For fans of the traditional black nylon laptop case--the kind seen in airports and coffee shops around the world, the $99 Solo Smart Strap stands above the competition because of one feature--a retractable strap.
The retractable shoulder strap is such an ingenious concept, we're surprised it isn't standard ... Expand full review
It's pretty rare to see someone walking down the street with just a laptop tucked under her arm--that's why we have laptop cases after all. Unfortunately, with countless makes and models available, choosing the right case is almost as confusing as buying a laptop in the first place. For fans of the traditional black nylon laptop case--the kind seen in airports and coffee shops around the world, the $99 Solo Smart Strap stands above the competition because of one feature--a retractable strap.
The retractable shoulder strap is such an ingenious concept, we're surprised it isn't standard equipment on every laptop bag. Put the bag over your shoulder and the strap automatically deploys to a comfortable length--you can pull it out further if needed. When you slip the bag off, the strap automatically retracts into slots on the left and right sides of the bag's top panel. An added bonus was the built-in shock absorption we got when walking with a laptop in the bag, as the strap moved in and out of its housing.
Hide Review New York native Dan Ackerman, a former radio DJ turned journalist, has written about technology and music for publications including Spin, Blender, The Hollywood Reporter, and Men's Journal. He hosts the weekly CNET Labscast show (Mondays at 2pm ET) and his most recent album, Tales Out of Night School, is available now.
User Reviews
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"Awesome SOLO bag" By shoegal1575
Pros: Sturdy, roomy
Cons: just comes in black
Summary: I LOVE this back. There are more on their newly redone site www.solocases.com. I carry this bag every day- very sturdy. Retractable strap is ingenious.
Samsonite does not make their own bags- other companies make bags for samsonite and samsonite puts their label on them. It's
"Great features and style for your money" By im4udevco
Pros: Retractable strap, simplicity & loads of storage space
Cons: A bit on the heavy side
Summary: For what its worth, overall I must confess that this is a great buy for the price.
I wanted a ballistic bag that can not only hold my laptop, but have a decent storage space so I don't have to carry an extra knapsack and what caught my eyes ... Expand full review
Specifications
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- Color: Black
- Product Description: U.S. LUGGAGE SMART-STRAP Ballistic Nylon Computer Portfolio SGB300-4
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 17.5 in x 7 in x 12.5 in
