Level8 Atlas Backpack - Notebook carrying backpack - 17"

The backpack is great, but this company is ripping you off. Level 8 sells this, as does the Apple Store, for $100.

I was surprised to see the low ratings, until I noticed the price. This is the best case I've purchased for traveling with a laptop (in my case, a 17" macbook pro). It offers lots of protection, lay-flat zipper for airport security, lots of extra pockets and storage space. Just don't pay more than the retail price of $100. The Apple Store or manufacturer are selling them for the correct price.

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First — I bought this at an Apple Store for $100 and have used it pretty much daily for almost three years. I's pretty well-made, the laptop compartment is well protected, the straps are comfortable and easy to adjust, and it is spacious and has lots of compartments (I often carry laptop, iPad, camera, various accessories, charger, etc., and on short trips have used it as my only luggage).

Fatal flaw — when overloaded its zippers (even when fully closed) allow it to simply fall open and it cost me an iPad (as in flipped out and shattered). A small number of airport-friendly bags have snaps that can prevent this from happening — but they all seem to cost a lot more than $100. The bag was overloaded when this happens, but not that overloaded.

Note that the bag does have a velcro strap to prevent the laptop from falling out, but this is a weak alternative and in any event was no help for the iPad.

It's a testament to how good this bag is aside from this that I continue to use it.

Non-fatal flaw — the plastic handle (allowing it to be carried like an attache case) is made of a very hard material and is not terribly comfortable. Mine has broken and now presents some pretty sharp edges as well.

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This Backpack sells for $99 @ Apple and Level8. I am not understanding why they are selling this for $199. smh

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5/08/13

I was in the market for a new laptop bag and happen to stop into the Apple store for another reason. I noticed this bag while waiting and I instantly knew this bag was what I had been looking for. I'm more than pleased with the product.... it has lots of storage area with a slim construction and a very sturdy feeling with comfort. Do your research

5/30/13

I unfortunately have to follow up with a negative review, shortly after writing a positive one. After packing my laptop into the bag with a few other essentials the zipper on the second largest compartment started to snag. The same day one of the two zippers pulls actually broke. My bag wasn't over loaded so it was alarming, needless to say, especially since it was only day one of receiving the bag. I liked the bag so much I ignored the defect and continued living life. A few weeks later and the problem has only got worse. I now have to contact the seller and try and get a new bag or a refund. The same zipper has gotten worse and snags in two areas making it a hassle to open and close.

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