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Case-mate ”grabs” QuickerTek’s Apple Laptop handle business

422703889 1adfaf478e m Case mate grabs QuickerTeks Apple Laptop handle businessCase-mate announced it has struck a deal to absorb QuickerTek Carry Handles for Apple laptops. QuickerTek will continue to provide product development solutions to Case-mate’s current selection of laptop handles. Case-mate currently offers laptops handles for Apple’s MacBook, MacBook Pro and PowerBook under the product name handle-it.

Case-mate is a recognized leader in form-fit leather iPod cases as well as cases for laptops, cell phones and PDAs. Case-mate CEO, Shashi Reddy said “This acquisition for Case-mate very much defines the direction we are taking. Not only is this a logical addition to our product assortment, but the move helps position us in the marketplace for exponential growth.”

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Introducing the Ego Laptop Messenger Bag by Tom Bihn

422696155 1b04adb083 m Introducing the Ego Laptop Messenger Bag by Tom BihnTom Bihn, a company that designs and manufactures laptop bags, backpacks, messenger bags and briefcases in its Seattle, Washington factory has introduced the Ego, a new mid-size messenger bag designed to fit the 13″ MacBook and 15.4″ MacBook Pro laptops with the optional Brain Cell hard-sided laptop case. Among the unique features of the Ego is an interchangeable front stripe available in over 24 different colors and fabrics that allows the user to continually customize the look of their bag.
The Ego was designed by Tom Bihn and is manufactured by the highly-skilled sewing crew in the Seattle, Washington production factory, where all Tom Bihn bags are made. The Ego is constructed out of the same high-quality materials used in all Tom Bihn bags, including YKK splash-proof zippers, Duraflex Warrior Buckles, easy-to-grab zipper pulls, and U.S-made Ballistic Nylon and Cordura. When using the Ego, one will discover the thoughtful details standard on Tom Bihn designs: extra places to hook the included key snap, plenty of spots for pens, and water bottle pockets that can be cinched down when not in use.

The Ego is USD$130.00 and is available through the Tom Bihn web site and the Tom Bihn Seattle store. It is in stock and ready to ship now.
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QuickerTek upgrades your wifi to the Nth degree… at your own risk

QuickerTek has just announced the availability of 802.11n wireless upgrade cards for Apple, Intel MacBook, Intel MacBook Pro models and Intel iMacs. Users can choose to buy the card and install it themselves for $149 USD, or send their computer to QuickerTek to have the card installed for only USD$199.
The latest 802.11n wireless network gear just announced by Apple has left many users lagging in wireless performance options. This new upgrade for QuickerTek customers allows MacBook and iMac users to stay current with the benefits of the fastest wireless. These wireless networking cards are made to the same specifications as the Apple factory cards and install into the AirPort card slot. They work with all 802.11/b/g/n WiFi equipment including Apple AirPort, AirPort Extreme and the latest 802.11n version of AirPort Extreme introduced at Macworld Expo.

The user-installed upgrade option includes the 802.11n upgrade card, tools and illustrated installation manual–everything needed to complete the upgrade at home. It should be noted that Apple has recently let it be known that Airport card installation is not a Do-It-Yourself procedure and that installing your own wireless card will void your warranty.

The installation upgrade service is available using any shipping option the customer chooses with shipping and handling charges added to the USD$199 product cost. Since this wireless upgrade uses standard parts, no drivers or other changes need to be made, nor are additional steps required to use the higher speed ‘N’ upgrade.

QuickerTek’s 802.11n upgrade card is compatible with Intel flat-panel iMacs, Intel MacBooks and Intel MacBook Pros.
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