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Review by R. Nathan:

I bought this a few months ago, and there is one major complaint: it affects the closure of the lid of the macbook. I tried a speck a long time ago with my regular macbook and also noticed this, but wasn’t sure if it would also affect the new macbook pros: it does.

If the lid is not at a normal opening (for normal use), then the additional weight of the lid will cause it to either close (when opened a little bit), or lean back further than you want it to. Basically, this case is too heavy for the Macbook Pro. I wanted something that would protect the computer, but not at the cost of functionality of the lid. Sometimes I want the lid closed just a little bit, or maybe I want to carry the macbook somewhere without closing the lid.. both of these are hard to do with the Speck attached.

Sorry guys, the case looks nice and it’s a good idea, but you have to make it lighter!

Review by Kevin R:

This case arrived a couple days after I ordered it. It fits both the October 2008 and June 2009 unibody Macbook Pros (15.4″) perfectly. The case has a snug fit, feels great, and looks very professional. It was very easy to snap on and doesn’t scratch the laptop whatsoever–it’s very protective (although I can’t guarantee it will do much if you drop your Macbook–for that I recommend the polyurethane case by Be-Ez). I love how the apple icon on the back of my Macbook illuminates through the case. Although fingerprints (which can be cleaned off) show up more on this satin Speck case than the hard-body Speck case, the Satin case doesn’t accumulate scratches as much. Overall I love this product and would recommend it to any Macbook Pro user.

Review by Cory A. Kraus:

After a nightmare of a cleaning job I had to do with the Marware Protection skin for the palmrest, this is the only skin I use on the top case of my Macbook Pro. It offers good protection and I like the way the black skin looks on my aluminum notebook. There’s only one problem with it – it leaves key-shaped marks on my LCD screen! I discovered them when I was cleaning my MBP with the iKlear Apple Polish. The small notches at the top of the LCD screen that are there to potect it from touching the keyboard aren’t large enough to protect from the iSkin.

Review by R. Nathan:

I bought this a few months ago, and there is one major complaint: it affects the closure of the lid of the macbook. I tried a speck a long time ago with my regular macbook and also noticed this, but wasn’t sure if it would also affect the new macbook pros: it does.

If the lid is not at a normal opening (for normal use), then the additional weight of the lid will cause it to either close (when opened a little bit), or lean back further than you want it to. Basically, this case is too heavy for the Macbook Pro. I wanted something that would protect the computer, but not at the cost of functionality of the lid. Sometimes I want the lid closed just a little bit, or maybe I want to carry the macbook somewhere without closing the lid.. both of these are hard to do with the Speck attached.

Sorry guys, the case looks nice and it’s a good idea, but you have to make it lighter!

Review by Kevin R:

This case arrived a couple days after I ordered it. It fits both the October 2008 and June 2009 unibody Macbook Pros (15.4″) perfectly. The case has a snug fit, feels great, and looks very professional. It was very easy to snap on and doesn’t scratch the laptop whatsoever–it’s very protective (although I can’t guarantee it will do much if you drop your Macbook–for that I recommend the polyurethane case by Be-Ez). I love how the apple icon on the back of my Macbook illuminates through the case. Although fingerprints (which can be cleaned off) show up more on this satin Speck case than the hard-body Speck case, the Satin case doesn’t accumulate scratches as much. Overall I love this product and would recommend it to any Macbook Pro user.

Review by A. Lee:

I’m the type that loves to keep my things new and scratch free as long as possible, so I considered some of the other cases and skins to protect the aluminum body of my new Macbook Pro 15. I also wanted to show the natural aluminum body, since I consider this Apple a work of art: very clean, well designed, put together, and modern looking.

I considered getting either the Incase or the Satin Speck cases, but they were all colored or tinted. None were offered in the clear case except for the Speck See Thru Clear Hard case. The satin cases can also rub off and show the shiny hard plastic underneath, as was done to my cellphone satin case. I seriously considered getting the Bodyguardz or similar that provide a thick urethane skin but they required it to be applied on wet. I’ve applied this to my Ipod, but I wasn’t too keen on applying this to my new Macbook Pro, worrying about getting water into the computer and voiding the warranty. The Gelaskin is applied dry, but again, I couldn’t find a clear version. They all had a pattern or picture that were applied to the skin. The skins protected against scratches, but nothing else. The only solution was the Speck Clear case which also had it’s own issues too.

The Speck Clear case is smooth, and will eventually get scratched and scraped, but better the case than the Macbook. I already tested the protection the case provided by accident because of the slickness of the case. After I installed the clear case over the Macbook, which wasn’t difficult to put on or remove, I put the case in a neoprene sleeve that still fit perfectly. I was surprised that it fit so well, and didn’t add much more bulk. However, the sleeve opens at the side, and not from the top. Well, after using it a couple of times, I forgot to zip up the side, and the computer slipped out of the sleeve with great ease. Ouch, OH NO I cried. I thought I either broke the case, the computer, or both. To my surprise, after dropping about 2 feet (onto a hardwood floor), there was no damage to either case or computer. A testimony to the rugged protection offered by the Speck case.

I’d give it 5 stars if it was not as slick, and more rubberize, but the clear is only available in the slick hard case. It shows the natural beauty and color of the Macbook Pro, and provides the protection it was meant for. I haven’t noticed any heat issues, as it is vented underneath and the case can be easily removed to clean between the computer and the case. All ports, slot disc, button for the battery is accessible by design. The tabs to clip over the case is secure, but minimal as to not add to the bulk or natural look of the Macbook. The case is well designed to the new mid 2009 Macbook Pro unibody (black keys).

Over all, I’m impressed with the case and would highly recommend this if you want to protect and keep your Macbook Pro new and clean.

Review by Dimitrios Koktsidis:

Its exactly what I expected it to be – a great hardshell case for my new Macbook pro. It fit perfectly fine, and I am overall satisfied with it. I feel like I can pick up my laptop and not have to worry about it getting damaged. It also keeps the laptop clean, and comes with a cloth. Its easy to set up, and I haven’t had any problems with this product. I recommend it.

Review by R. Nathan:

I bought this a few months ago, and there is one major complaint: it affects the closure of the lid of the macbook. I tried a speck a long time ago with my regular macbook and also noticed this, but wasn’t sure if it would also affect the new macbook pros: it does.

If the lid is not at a normal opening (for normal use), then the additional weight of the lid will cause it to either close (when opened a little bit), or lean back further than you want it to. Basically, this case is too heavy for the Macbook Pro. I wanted something that would protect the computer, but not at the cost of functionality of the lid. Sometimes I want the lid closed just a little bit, or maybe I want to carry the macbook somewhere without closing the lid.. both of these are hard to do with the Speck attached.

Sorry guys, the case looks nice and it’s a good idea, but you have to make it lighter!

Review by Kevin R:

This case arrived a couple days after I ordered it. It fits both the October 2008 and June 2009 unibody Macbook Pros (15.4″) perfectly. The case has a snug fit, feels great, and looks very professional. It was very easy to snap on and doesn’t scratch the laptop whatsoever–it’s very protective (although I can’t guarantee it will do much if you drop your Macbook–for that I recommend the polyurethane case by Be-Ez). I love how the apple icon on the back of my Macbook illuminates through the case. Although fingerprints (which can be cleaned off) show up more on this satin Speck case than the hard-body Speck case, the Satin case doesn’t accumulate scratches as much. Overall I love this product and would recommend it to any Macbook Pro user.

Review by A. Lee:

I’m the type that loves to keep my things new and scratch free as long as possible, so I considered some of the other cases and skins to protect the aluminum body of my new Macbook Pro 15. I also wanted to show the natural aluminum body, since I consider this Apple a work of art: very clean, well designed, put together, and modern looking.

I considered getting either the Incase or the Satin Speck cases, but they were all colored or tinted. None were offered in the clear case except for the Speck See Thru Clear Hard case. The satin cases can also rub off and show the shiny hard plastic underneath, as was done to my cellphone satin case. I seriously considered getting the Bodyguardz or similar that provide a thick urethane skin but they required it to be applied on wet. I’ve applied this to my Ipod, but I wasn’t too keen on applying this to my new Macbook Pro, worrying about getting water into the computer and voiding the warranty. The Gelaskin is applied dry, but again, I couldn’t find a clear version. They all had a pattern or picture that were applied to the skin. The skins protected against scratches, but nothing else. The only solution was the Speck Clear case which also had it’s own issues too.

The Speck Clear case is smooth, and will eventually get scratched and scraped, but better the case than the Macbook. I already tested the protection the case provided by accident because of the slickness of the case. After I installed the clear case over the Macbook, which wasn’t difficult to put on or remove, I put the case in a neoprene sleeve that still fit perfectly. I was surprised that it fit so well, and didn’t add much more bulk. However, the sleeve opens at the side, and not from the top. Well, after using it a couple of times, I forgot to zip up the side, and the computer slipped out of the sleeve with great ease. Ouch, OH NO I cried. I thought I either broke the case, the computer, or both. To my surprise, after dropping about 2 feet (onto a hardwood floor), there was no damage to either case or computer. A testimony to the rugged protection offered by the Speck case.

I’d give it 5 stars if it was not as slick, and more rubberize, but the clear is only available in the slick hard case. It shows the natural beauty and color of the Macbook Pro, and provides the protection it was meant for. I haven’t noticed any heat issues, as it is vented underneath and the case can be easily removed to clean between the computer and the case. All ports, slot disc, button for the battery is accessible by design. The tabs to clip over the case is secure, but minimal as to not add to the bulk or natural look of the Macbook. The case is well designed to the new mid 2009 Macbook Pro unibody (black keys).

Over all, I’m impressed with the case and would highly recommend this if you want to protect and keep your Macbook Pro new and clean.

Review by Dimitrios Koktsidis:

Its exactly what I expected it to be – a great hardshell case for my new Macbook pro. It fit perfectly fine, and I am overall satisfied with it. I feel like I can pick up my laptop and not have to worry about it getting damaged. It also keeps the laptop clean, and comes with a cloth. Its easy to set up, and I haven’t had any problems with this product. I recommend it.

Review by R. Nathan:

I bought this a few months ago, and there is one major complaint: it affects the closure of the lid of the macbook. I tried a speck a long time ago with my regular macbook and also noticed this, but wasn’t sure if it would also affect the new macbook pros: it does.

If the lid is not at a normal opening (for normal use), then the additional weight of the lid will cause it to either close (when opened a little bit), or lean back further than you want it to. Basically, this case is too heavy for the Macbook Pro. I wanted something that would protect the computer, but not at the cost of functionality of the lid. Sometimes I want the lid closed just a little bit, or maybe I want to carry the macbook somewhere without closing the lid.. both of these are hard to do with the Speck attached.

Sorry guys, the case looks nice and it’s a good idea, but you have to make it lighter!

Review by Kevin R:

This case arrived a couple days after I ordered it. It fits both the October 2008 and June 2009 unibody Macbook Pros (15.4″) perfectly. The case has a snug fit, feels great, and looks very professional. It was very easy to snap on and doesn’t scratch the laptop whatsoever–it’s very protective (although I can’t guarantee it will do much if you drop your Macbook–for that I recommend the polyurethane case by Be-Ez). I love how the apple icon on the back of my Macbook illuminates through the case. Although fingerprints (which can be cleaned off) show up more on this satin Speck case than the hard-body Speck case, the Satin case doesn’t accumulate scratches as much. Overall I love this product and would recommend it to any Macbook Pro user.