Comments on: Brenthaven Switch Satchel for Netbooks of 7 to 10 Inches http://www.bagforlaptop.com/brenthaven-switch-satchel-for-netbooks-of-7-to-10-inches/ Tue, 01 Dec 2009 16:17:47 -0800 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.6 hourly 1 By: David Field http://www.bagforlaptop.com/brenthaven-switch-satchel-for-netbooks-of-7-to-10-inches/comment-page-1/#comment-62 David Field Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:49:09 +0000 http://www.bagforlaptop.com/brenthaven-switch-satchel-for-netbooks-of-7-to-10-inches/#comment-62 I have a netbook that doesn't leave my room (it's an ASUS ten inch). When I saw the photo of this product I thought it was completely made from the flexible material, but in fact that's just the reversible flap. There's a padded semi-rigid case that should look after your netbook very well. <br /> <br />The reversible cover is made with the kind of plug-in plastic locks that are on many portable cases. What Brenthaven has done is realized that this connection can be easily reversed, so you get a choice of two outside looks to your case. The rest of the case is made to a high standard, with a good strap and handle. <br /> <br />Since netbooks are built to a price, you're unlikely to get a good case with one. The Brenthaven is an excellent choice for protecting your investment, and what's even better is that it doesn't scream "I'm a netbook - steal me!" Rating: 4 / 5 I have a netbook that doesn’t leave my room (it’s an ASUS ten inch). When I saw the photo of this product I thought it was completely made from the flexible material, but in fact that’s just the reversible flap. There’s a padded semi-rigid case that should look after your netbook very well.

The reversible cover is made with the kind of plug-in plastic locks that are on many portable cases. What Brenthaven has done is realized that this connection can be easily reversed, so you get a choice of two outside looks to your case. The rest of the case is made to a high standard, with a good strap and handle.

Since netbooks are built to a price, you’re unlikely to get a good case with one. The Brenthaven is an excellent choice for protecting your investment, and what’s even better is that it doesn’t scream “I’m a netbook – steal me!”
Rating: 4 / 5

]]> By: Schwartz http://www.bagforlaptop.com/brenthaven-switch-satchel-for-netbooks-of-7-to-10-inches/comment-page-1/#comment-61 Schwartz Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:55:31 +0000 http://www.bagforlaptop.com/brenthaven-switch-satchel-for-netbooks-of-7-to-10-inches/#comment-61 I have a Samsung NC10 and it came with just a cloth cover to protect it and I jumped at the chance to get this. <br /> <br />Like all the other reviewers I was very impressed with the overall build quality of the case. It has nice padding and should protect my netbook from bumps and bruises. I put the NC10 into its cloth cover and then insert it into this case and it fits well. The reversible flap is a nice idea but I could have done without it. It uses velcro and plastic hooks to secure the flap and eliminating them would have made things neater. I also wish the shoulder strap was removable but it is not. <br /> <br />My number one problem with this case is the lack of room for the power adapter. I could cram it in one of the pockets but it would be so tight against the netbook that I would be afraid that it would damage the netbook if there was any kind of impact to the adapter. The NC10 does not have a large power adapter either. So if you don't need to take your power adapter with you this is probably a near ideal case. If you need your power adapter and want to carry it in the same case as the netbook I would say look elsewhere. Rating: 3 / 5 I have a Samsung NC10 and it came with just a cloth cover to protect it and I jumped at the chance to get this.

Like all the other reviewers I was very impressed with the overall build quality of the case. It has nice padding and should protect my netbook from bumps and bruises. I put the NC10 into its cloth cover and then insert it into this case and it fits well. The reversible flap is a nice idea but I could have done without it. It uses velcro and plastic hooks to secure the flap and eliminating them would have made things neater. I also wish the shoulder strap was removable but it is not.

My number one problem with this case is the lack of room for the power adapter. I could cram it in one of the pockets but it would be so tight against the netbook that I would be afraid that it would damage the netbook if there was any kind of impact to the adapter. The NC10 does not have a large power adapter either. So if you don’t need to take your power adapter with you this is probably a near ideal case. If you need your power adapter and want to carry it in the same case as the netbook I would say look elsewhere.
Rating: 3 / 5

]]> By: Read Rover http://www.bagforlaptop.com/brenthaven-switch-satchel-for-netbooks-of-7-to-10-inches/comment-page-1/#comment-60 Read Rover Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:05:54 +0000 http://www.bagforlaptop.com/brenthaven-switch-satchel-for-netbooks-of-7-to-10-inches/#comment-60 The Brenthaven Switch Satchel is an impressive bag to carry your netbook in secure comfort. My 10" Samsung N120 fits perfectly inside the impressively padded main compartment. When I say impressive - I mean it. I would recommend this bag for those who commute and travel as it provides ideal protection for your computer. What it doesn't provide is good protection - or space - for your peripherals or cords. Your bluetooth mouse isn't likely to fit and while you can slip a slimline external CDROM or DVD Burner in the front pouch there really isn't any padding offered outside the main compartment. I often carry my Kindle around with my netbook and it won't fit in this case unless I remove the netbook entirely. While there are a couple of other stash pockets built into the bag they aren't designed to hold anything of much width and they don't offer any padded protection. Also, there is a key fob stitched into the front pocket. <br /> <br />The "switch" feature of the flap of this bag is easy to change though it has its own challenges. The clips can be hard to unfasten if the flap is set so the "brown" side is showing and the interior Velcro essentially makes the back "stash" pocket useless except for securing small items or a few sheets of paper that you don't need to access regularly. While the entire bag is water resistant, the black side of the flap would provide even greater protection than the brown side. If you're caught out in the rain, this bag will protect your gear. If you go swimming with it, your gear is toast. That's a reasonable expectation. <br /> <br />Personally, I'd use this bag as a "day" bag. If traveling I'd have to pack my peripherals in another bag (especially my power cords) but this bag would be convenient to take through airport security. It would also be great for those who ride a bike or ride the train as the bag is small and weatherproof but keeps your netbook within easy reach while providing impressive protection against being dropped, bumped or crushed. <br /> <br />With all of that said, I would like to point out that this bag may be ideal for Kindle owners. Even the Kindle DX should fit in this bag and I can't imagine a more rugged and durable environment for a fragile Kindle! I have decided not to deduct any stars for this bag because it is really quite versatile even given its small size. It should provide years of service with style and strength. Rating: 5 / 5 The Brenthaven Switch Satchel is an impressive bag to carry your netbook in secure comfort. My 10″ Samsung N120 fits perfectly inside the impressively padded main compartment. When I say impressive – I mean it. I would recommend this bag for those who commute and travel as it provides ideal protection for your computer. What it doesn’t provide is good protection – or space – for your peripherals or cords. Your bluetooth mouse isn’t likely to fit and while you can slip a slimline external CDROM or DVD Burner in the front pouch there really isn’t any padding offered outside the main compartment. I often carry my Kindle around with my netbook and it won’t fit in this case unless I remove the netbook entirely. While there are a couple of other stash pockets built into the bag they aren’t designed to hold anything of much width and they don’t offer any padded protection. Also, there is a key fob stitched into the front pocket.

The “switch” feature of the flap of this bag is easy to change though it has its own challenges. The clips can be hard to unfasten if the flap is set so the “brown” side is showing and the interior Velcro essentially makes the back “stash” pocket useless except for securing small items or a few sheets of paper that you don’t need to access regularly. While the entire bag is water resistant, the black side of the flap would provide even greater protection than the brown side. If you’re caught out in the rain, this bag will protect your gear. If you go swimming with it, your gear is toast. That’s a reasonable expectation.

Personally, I’d use this bag as a “day” bag. If traveling I’d have to pack my peripherals in another bag (especially my power cords) but this bag would be convenient to take through airport security. It would also be great for those who ride a bike or ride the train as the bag is small and weatherproof but keeps your netbook within easy reach while providing impressive protection against being dropped, bumped or crushed.

With all of that said, I would like to point out that this bag may be ideal for Kindle owners. Even the Kindle DX should fit in this bag and I can’t imagine a more rugged and durable environment for a fragile Kindle! I have decided not to deduct any stars for this bag because it is really quite versatile even given its small size. It should provide years of service with style and strength.
Rating: 5 / 5

]]> By: Sean Hoade http://www.bagforlaptop.com/brenthaven-switch-satchel-for-netbooks-of-7-to-10-inches/comment-page-1/#comment-59 Sean Hoade Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:40:03 +0000 http://www.bagforlaptop.com/brenthaven-switch-satchel-for-netbooks-of-7-to-10-inches/#comment-59 This case looks fantastic and fits my 10.1" Samsung netbook PERFECTLY -- I have no worries that it's being jostled or could get damaged. It's really perfect for my (or your) netbook. <br /> <br />My only quibble is that I like to use a mouse with my netbook and there really isn't any room for it. There are very convenient compartments for cell ohones and iPods and the like, but a mouse makes the whole package seem unbalanced. I think maybe my solution would be to get one of those extra-tiny notebook mouses (mice?), so take the loss of one star with a grain of salt. This is a wonderful case -- reversible, rain-repellent, and one that gives great peace of mind if you worry about your precious netbook the way I do mine! Rating: 4 / 5 This case looks fantastic and fits my 10.1″ Samsung netbook PERFECTLY — I have no worries that it’s being jostled or could get damaged. It’s really perfect for my (or your) netbook.

My only quibble is that I like to use a mouse with my netbook and there really isn’t any room for it. There are very convenient compartments for cell ohones and iPods and the like, but a mouse makes the whole package seem unbalanced. I think maybe my solution would be to get one of those extra-tiny notebook mouses (mice?), so take the loss of one star with a grain of salt. This is a wonderful case — reversible, rain-repellent, and one that gives great peace of mind if you worry about your precious netbook the way I do mine!
Rating: 4 / 5

]]> By: Carol http://www.bagforlaptop.com/brenthaven-switch-satchel-for-netbooks-of-7-to-10-inches/comment-page-1/#comment-58 Carol Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:53:05 +0000 http://www.bagforlaptop.com/brenthaven-switch-satchel-for-netbooks-of-7-to-10-inches/#comment-58 This really is a pretty bag and just the right size for my ASUS 10". The bag is well made and nicely padded. I feel it protects my netbook as well as larger bags with the convenience of the small size. There are several pockets inside for extras, like cables, cards and even a flat mini media player, though it is snug. I don't carry my power adapter because it's just too bulky and I'm afraid it puts too much pressure on the netbook, but it will fit. <br />Where the removable flap is nice; I use it for a lap pad when I have the netbook on my lap, and really rugged, padded and pretty. I find it a little difficult getting it on and off, but not so that I hesitate to take it off. My only complaint is that: if I choose to leave the flap off, to make the bag even smaller and lighter (since the flap has no pockets) I can't. The bag is unfinished under the flap. By that I mean, you can see only inside whitish lining and the inside pockets. It would have been nice if the exposed finishes were nice looking so that I could remove the flap and still have a nice looking bag. <br />All in all, it is way better than a foam, zipper pocket for the netbook and for the few extra dollars, offers a lot more options. Rating: 4 / 5 This really is a pretty bag and just the right size for my ASUS 10″. The bag is well made and nicely padded. I feel it protects my netbook as well as larger bags with the convenience of the small size. There are several pockets inside for extras, like cables, cards and even a flat mini media player, though it is snug. I don’t carry my power adapter because it’s just too bulky and I’m afraid it puts too much pressure on the netbook, but it will fit.

Where the removable flap is nice; I use it for a lap pad when I have the netbook on my lap, and really rugged, padded and pretty. I find it a little difficult getting it on and off, but not so that I hesitate to take it off. My only complaint is that: if I choose to leave the flap off, to make the bag even smaller and lighter (since the flap has no pockets) I can’t. The bag is unfinished under the flap. By that I mean, you can see only inside whitish lining and the inside pockets. It would have been nice if the exposed finishes were nice looking so that I could remove the flap and still have a nice looking bag.

All in all, it is way better than a foam, zipper pocket for the netbook and for the few extra dollars, offers a lot more options.
Rating: 4 / 5

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