Product Description:
The Targus Zip-Thru 15.4-inch Traditional laptop case is designed to help you clear airport security without removing your laptop from your case. The results are: Quicker airport processing; Reduced risk of laptop loss, theft, or damage; greater privacy and security. This 15.4-Inch clamshell case splits down the middle, isolating the laptop on one side to allow for clear x-ray scanning. The Zip-Thru Traditional case is lightweight and includes a removable, adjustable, padded shoulder strap, a carry handle, and a trolley strap for attachment to rolling luggage. In addition, the case includes a spacious exterior file pocket with phone sleeve, pen loops and key clip, and interior pockets with room for files, mobile accessories, business cards and more.
Product Details:
- Checkpoint-Friendly Split design separates laptop from accessories, to allow clear x-ray scanning
- Screen Size Designed to fit 15.4-inch widescreen laptops
- Protection Padded laptop section
- Organization Spacious exterior file pocket with phone sleeve, pen loops and key clip, and interior pockets with room for files
- Ergonomics Includes a removable, adjustable padded shoulder strap, a carry handle, and a trolley strap for attachment to rolling luggage
Customer Reviews:
A nice 'subdued' laptop bag By Nathan Beauchamp
My primary concern when buying a laptop bag or case is that it protect the laptop. Second, that it doesn't look like 'thief bate.' This Targus bag meets both of those criteria. It's a nice subdued looking bag, modern enough with clean lines, but not glamorous in a way that will attract attention. It's a professional bag, with adequate storage options for your peripherals (mouse, charger, pens, paper, etc). The quality of the build is better than average if not perfect. I would have liked a heavier gauge zipper, since those always seem to be the first thing to go on the bags I've owned in the past. I also would have liked a thicker, longer shoulder pad. The attached pad is barely adequate for a large man.
The storage compartments are laid out logically and the bag clam-shells to allow easy security check pass through at the airport.
Overall I'm quite pleased with the bag, especially since it matches the color of my new Dell Studio 15 notebook.
For the price, this is a great option.
*****UPDATE 02/26/2010*****
The foam padded shoulder strap of the bag failed a few weeks ago. The stitching along one seam came out and with it the interior foam. I contacted Targus through their web-page to see about getting a replacement. They contacted me back within hours, and sent me a shipping notice for the replacement strap the next day. The new strap arrived and is actually better than the original (leather pad vs. vinyl). I am extremely impressed with both the promptness of Targus' communication and with the ease of requesting support through their webpage. I was expecting a headache to get a new shoulder strap and instead it was remarkably easy. I'll be giving them more business in the future knowing that: A. they stand behind their products, and B. they are very quick in assisting the customer. Well done Targus!Great looking case! By Casey B.
This laptop case was purchased for my son-in-law as a Christmas gift. He has a very casual case and needed one that looked more professional to bring to meetings, etc.
He was very please with it. I thought it looked as though I had paid a lot more for it than I did, so I was pleased also. One more thing -- the case is advertised for a 15.4" laptop, but it will actually fit up to a 16" laptop according to the packaging information. So if you have a little bigger laptop, but not a 17", it will fit perfectly. Hope this helps.Zip thru security but with some flaws By S. LEE
Pros:
1. Easy: The Targus Zip-Thru Case, as advertised, is great for passing through US Airports.
2. Look and feel: Conservative and professional look and feel. The bag is professional enough to carry into meetings with clients and has a very classy look that is not too gimmicky or flashy.
Con;
1. Build Quality: Construction of the shoulder cushion needs improvement. The padding began to show on first use with loaded 15.1inch laptop and completley ripped apart after several use. The bag itself is made up of very durable material.
2. Space: With 15.1inch laptop, there was not much room for anything else. I had a hard time finding space for the laptop power supply. With one 200 page book and power supply and laptop, it was hard to fit anything else besides pens.
If your travels are light with need to carry just your laptop, I highly recommend this bag.
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