2009-12-10

MBP Accessories

So I'm already looking for accessories for my new MacBook Pro even though I'm still waiting for it to acclimate to room temperature. (Booting up a frozen computer is a Very Bad Idea, and this was on a truck for most of the day in sub-zero weather.)

Current candidates:
  • moshi ClearGuard - ultra-thin (0.1mm) urethane keyboard protector (even though the MBP manual says to not cover the keyboard...), $23 on Amazon through myGearStore [good blog review]
  • RadTech ScreenSavrz - cover that sits between the keyboard and screen to keep the latter clean; ShaggyMac's product is a close second (color is a concern), but both are made in the USA and cost $15
  • RadTech Sleevz - form-fitting sleeve, helpful when going through airport checkpoints (only been asked to remove my Powerbook from the sleeve once out of dozens of flights)
  • (Also have a Portectorz for the PB, but they don't make one for the MBP yet.)
  • Monoprice Mini DisplayPort to HDMI Adapter - to output the display to an HDTV (which I don't have yet...); this $38 one has audio capability via USB whereas the $14 one only supports MDP audio, which the MBP does not
Don't forget to check Retail Me Not for coupon codes: RadTech has one FAMILY09 that's 10% off $30+ and 15% off $70+.

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