Customer Reviews

Belkin F8N043-GRY PocketTop Notebook PC Case - Gunmetal w/ Orange

5 star:		(8)
4 star:		(5)
3 star:		(3)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(1)

 

 

I am the type of codehead that works on her laptop many places around the house in a single day. I go from coding in bed, to the couch, to an office, to another couch ... you get the picture, right?!

This portable "work desk" (that is what it reminds me of) is nice because you can stash the AC adapter in the pocket. I have a 15" Lenovo and it works fine for that. I would not want to use this as any semblance of a laptop case since I do not think it was meant for that. It is a great way to store a laptop in an area (especially if you have kids or pets who could get to it). It provides a good amount of a protection and is wonderful as a heat dissipater for my lap. Definitely a nice item.

21 Nov 07 - I still like the case but have two little gripes. The zipper gets stuck and kind of curls down on itself and the material gets dirty easily.

I thought I was going to buy a second one but decided against it because of it. One is fine for me. Would I re-order it. Only if I could not find something comparable.

24 July 08 - This little PocketTop is still holding up. But the zipper is almost useless at this point and is VERY difficult to close and has folded backwards (instead of molding better to the lip of the product).

I hope that in later versions of this product that they can do a better job with the zipper -- it's extremely difficult to work with!

This is a clever design and would be a very handy transporter for home use and perhaps even for travel for some laptops. This is also an attractive color that's priced $5 lower than identical cases in other color combinations.

The only problem is that the case didn't work with my Dell 15.4" Inspiron. The computer was a very tight fit in the base (zipper would barely close), and the possible convenience factors were negated by the case's placement of the power-cord slot and the straps that connect the base to the lid. The power-cord slot is in the center of the lid, but the Dell power connector is located off center, so the cord is severely pinched. The side straps also cover the Dell's USB connectors, making them unusable unless you remove the computer from the base.

I love this bag. It's perfect for my Mac and a little paperwork. I wish the front pocket could be closed. Otherwise it's great.

Its rather bulky and unweildy to use for carrying it to work etc. The work surface concept is the plus to this unit. Its quite nifty for keeping all the additional things together at home and makes a good unit to work from for the car on trips. A shoulder strap that could be removed would be a big plus as that hand hole is fine for home but not too convenient when you're carting a lot of things around. I keep my netbook in a little sleeve with a pocket-most of the time its all I need. Then I keep the rest of the stuff...the ac adapter, portable mini dvd, cords, media etc in a little courier sort of carrier bag w strap. It can go sort of crammed in my other rolling carrier. I find this case best for keeping parts together and providing a nice work surface. I thought the orange would be loud but you really don't notice it.

I bought this case in orange two years ago when I purchase a laptop for my children. The orange color guarantees that it can be spotted all over the house. The children use the laptop in the case on the floor, their laps, and on top of a plastic storage bin. My son has dropped the laptop countless times while zippered into the case, and no damage has been found. The computer still works like it did when I bought it two years ago.

The case is so functional that I ordered another one yesterday when I ordered a new laptop. The zipper still works, and the 15.4 inch screen sized laptop has no trouble fitting.

great product! i always get comments on how much people like it! and it was like 20 bucks cheaper on here than in stores!!!

No disappointments here, this case does everything it claims to do. Go to Belkin's website for details.
It's actually more sturdy than it looks. it looks ultra cool and it's very practical. My laptop is dust free, finger prints/grease free, scratches & marks free, etc. Plus I don't have to worry about air circulation under the laptop when it's sitting on a desk, lap or wherever else, since this case raises the laptop so it's not touching the case. I've heard many stories of laptop failure for this cause.
I highly recommend it. And Amazon has the best prices.

I love how this laptop case is not only unique, it's functional as well. You can use your laptop and still keep it in this case to prevent the heat from burning your thighs. Even though the specs says for up to 15" laptops, it also fits the 17" MacBook Pros if you position it a specific way while you zip. It becomes a habit after a while. The sturdy material is also great protection when you're on the go.


My only caveat is that I wish that it came with an optional shoulder strap.

I have new laptop and a cooling mat, this case just holds the combo secure. My niece fell off her bike with this case and the computer was fine.
Do not over load the pocket! it pushes on the laptop.

This is a sturdy and handsome case, though designed for in-house use and not so much for carrying a laptop around town/the world, it will serve in that capacity as well.

*Offers great protection from bangs, drops, and spills. Stiff reinforcing inserts on front and back. Outer fabric is treated to resist liquids and does this very well.

*Good looking gray outside, with orange pocket lining. Zipper closure high quality and also moisture resistant. Slot handle offers positive grip when transporting.

*Pocket ample for AC adaptor, a couple external drives, USB keys, a small camera, iPod, and more.

*Pass-through self-sealing grommet allows AC adaptor to remain plugged into laptop, and passes cord/plug through (stores in pocket). Thus, just unzip and plug in (if needed)

I have had mine for about 18 months now, and am highly satified. I have other cases (a Pelican, and and Osprey) for longer tours of duty and greater accesory haulage, but this fits nicely into its niche. Especially great if you have room-mates, live in a small space, have pets, or otherwise leave a laptop vulnerable: this case will close and protect your machine from most hazards without sealing it up in a traditional travel case. Also doesn't look like a computer case (more like a mod typewriter case), so attracts potentially fewer thieves.

Good deal at the price (I paid around $25), and recommended without reservation, for niche purposes.