Does your MacBook need a sleeve? – Geeky Review

MacBooks are a big investment, which is why many owners consider getting a MacBook case, sleeve, or sleeve to protect it from scratches and other damage. Being an Apple device means endless accessory options, but do you need a MacBook case?

While a case and screen protector are a good idea for something like an iPad, where you use it constantly on the go and touch the screen, things are a bit different when it comes to laptops. Ultimately though, it all depends on how and where you use the MacBook, and here’s why.

MacBooks are pretty durable

Apple designs its laptops with a single unibody aluminum frame, which is quite resistant to daily wear and tear. All ports are solid and robust, which means that the parts most at risk are the screen and keyboard. However, every MacBook display has a durable, scratch-resistant glass panel that covers the screen. Apple Macbooks are quite durable.

While your Macbook can last for years with just a little care and caution, it only takes one accident to turn it into a paperweight requiring expensive screen repair.

Depends on how you use it

Honestly, how many of you use your MacBook on your lap? Most laptops end up on a desk or table, which means they’re relatively safe when it comes to life’s daily hazards.

Then again, it all depends on how you use yours. If you’re always on the couch or dining table, you’re certainly at higher risk of getting bumped, dropped, or damaged. Many business professionals take their MacBook anywhere and everywhere, like a photographer, which means it’s more susceptible to accidents.

If you’re constantly on the go, a mobile professional, road warrior, or take your MacBook out of the house frequently, you may benefit from a sleeve or sleeve. Obviously, water can quickly damage your laptop, but a case can help with minor bumps along the way day in and day out.

For those with a MacBook that never leaves their home office, they probably don’t need a case.

Can a MacBook case affect performance?

When you buy a MacBook, you know you’re getting a computer designed to run like a well-oiled machine. Apple builds each one to work perfectly right out of the box, accept multiple accessories, and dissipate heat as needed from specific areas. For most, air flows through the vents on the bottom or the gap between the screen hinge and the body.

Undoubtedly, getting a case for your MacBook can help keep it safe, but buying a cheap, poorly designed case could affect performance or limit accessories. For example, I love my Satechi Pro Hub Max dongle, but it didn’t work with my 16-inch MacBook Pro case. And it is not the only accessory with that problem.

Another thing you’ll want to consider is heat. Apple’s MacBook dissipates heat when needed, and the aluminum design helps with that. Some poorly designed cases (or hard covers) could prevent the machine from working as expected. We’ve seen some cheap cases on Amazon that cover the vents on the bottom, and technically a case could limit heat dissipation by trapping it inside.

Some hard cases might even scratch the corners of your MacBook over time, which could limit resale value, but I’ve never experienced that on any of the cases I’ve owned.

Most cases from well-known manufacturers should keep you safe without limiting ventilation or performance. MacBook cases, like a dBrand case, are a popular option that usually just cover the top, which won’t cause any problems.

MacBook sleeves are stylish and help it stand out