Customer Reviews

Logitech Kinetik 15.4 Briefcase

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I recently got myself this computer bag as with the change over from 17 inch to 15.4 i felt the need to have a similar fitting one again.

This bag enticed me because of the use of materials and the fact that it has the computer in the middle of the outer compartment. The compartment all have a number of little pouches in which you can stick certain accessories. The fact tha the case is 'semi' hard makes it easy to transport headphones and other fragile stuff. It also holds just enough emergency clothing for when travelling intercontinental and your check in luggage has taken a trip of its own.

The bag is not really suitable for when oyu only need something for a portable and some little thingies like charger a few DVD's and a folder. It is more for the person who has to carry more stuff with him-/herself or who is travelling and wants to keep important things at hand.

A minor point is that the shoulder strap makes an itchy sound but as long as you walk in noisy environments that is not a problem.

The finishing of the bag is well taken care of. On one side there is a slide that you can use when travelling and having a roller with you. Always nice to know that it is securely fastened.

The bag is clearly marked as suitable for an Apple MAcbook Pro 15.4 but apparently a 17 will fit as well. I am surprised that not more Apple owners have one as its design is in line with the cool designs of Apple. Okay the logo of Logitech is a bit cheesy but I can forgive that the designers of Logitech

One last thing: I do not know how it is for others but I am surprised by the great diferrence in pricing between shops. Normally Amazon is one of the better prices ones but on this occasion i passed by because I could get it in a Dutch shops more than 50 per cent cheaper. So the for the price is bought it, it is a steal and the latter shows as well that it can save you money surfing around for the best price.

The Logitech Kinetik 15.4 Briefcase is one of two all new notebook cases from a company that prides itself on making some of the best computer accessories available. Advertised by Logitech as "advanced transport of notebooks" the Kinetik 15.4 Briefcase features stylish padding, impressive cargo pockets, and a design unlike anything you've seen before. But is this briefcase really a must-have notebook case, or should Logitech have stuck to making keyboards? Let's take a look.

In late June of last year Logitech surprised notebook users everywhere by announcing a new line of notebook cases priced at $120.00 The Logitech name has long been associated with some of the best keyboards and mice available ... but notebook cases? This is one type of product no one expected to see from Logitech.


Build and Design

Logitech is well known for innovative design, and the Kinetik bags look like something taken straight from of an episode of Battlestar Galactica. This briefcase would be equally at home as a prop in a sci-fi movie as it is in your workplace.

One of the main design elements of the Kinetik line is the "exo-shell" construction: a rigid, shock absorbing exterior material that protects the laptop and accessories from damage yet is still a reasonably "forgiving" (almost bouncy) material when you're carying it on your side. The exo-shell is made of a polyurethane/ethylene vinyl acetate composite. In short, it's sort of like thin tire rubber ... without the tread. The rest of the Kinetic is made of a durable black ballistic nylon exterior and smooth orange polyester interior pockets.

Notice I said the colors are black and orange. That was not a typo. Most users will either think this color combination is stylish or the color combination will remind them too much of Halloween. I must confess after using the Kinetik for several weeks I started thinking about bite size Snickers candy bars and jack-o-lanterns.

Both the side compartments feature wrap-around zippers which turn the sides into expanding compartments for easy access. There are common file folder sleeves and mesh pockets on one side and padded cargo pockets on the other side to secure and organize all your valuables and accessories.

One of the side panels is actually a cushioned back panel which adds support when the briefcase is carried against body. I really like that idea and I wish Logitech made both sides like this so that the briefcase had padding on both sides no matter how you carry it. The cushioned back panel also serves as a trolley sleeve when you need to attach your briefcase to some rolling luggage. The only thing I didn't like about the cushioned back panel is that Logitech chose to stitch an ugly Kinetik logo on that side of the case.

In Use

One nice feature about the Kinetik is that it is designed to be "self standing" so the briefcase won't fall over when you set it down. Unfortunately, this didn't always happen. Since the main notebook sleeve in the middle of the briefcase is located slighty to one side a heavy notebook was often enough to send the briefcase falling on its side. Likewise, since the main storage compartments are all on one side the briefcase is off balance when you have a mouse, digital camera, USB thumbdrives, and cell phone inside the briefcase ... which sends the bag falling over to one side ( very bad ).


The padded cargo pockets provided a bit too much emphasis on structure and organization for my tastes. Although I am glad to have the storage pockets, I really didn't need Logitech to label each of the pockets with pictographs of what should be placed in each pocket. I suppose only troublemakers like me would want to put a mouse in the pocekt labeled for headphones.

The shoulder strap material, which felt like it might be a gel-cushioned pad, was not particularly comfortable. A neoprene shoulder strap would have been much more forgiving when the case was fully loaded with a notebook and accessories.

Although the build quality of the Kinetik briefcase is excellent, the shoulder strap hardware did present one minor problem: noise. The metal clips on each end of the shoulder strap created annoying "squeaks" whenever I moved. After about five minutes of listening to the high-pitched metal grinding noise which made me spray the entire briefcase with WD40.

Conclusion

Overall my feelings about the Logitech Kinetik 15.4 Briefcase were mixed. On one hand I'm attracted to the innovative design and quality construction. There is also plenty of room inside the briefcase, enough for even a second notebook. However, the Kinetik isn't as impressive as it could be thanks to an uncomfortable shoulder strap, noisy hardware, and a few minor design elements that make it a little less attractive in my opinion.

Bottom line, the Kinetik briefcase is a solid notebook case with a stand out design. If you replace the shoulder strap and appreciate the non-traditional design it makes one great case.

Pros

* Extremely high quality materials used in construction
* "Exo-shell" casing provides excellent protection
* Plenty of storage for accessories ... all your junk
* "Fanned compartment" design makes it easy to access what you need.

Cons

* Squeaky hardware
* Shoulder strap isn't very comfortable
* "Self-standing" design isn't always balanced-that is an understatement
* Orange and black? Is it Halloween already?

This is a great laptop bag. Good padding for laptop compartment. Many compartments of various sizes to fit all of your accessories. Best part is that when you open both side compartments you have access to just about everything and the bag remains stable and does not tip.

This is the first laptop computer case I've had that also doubles as a briefcase for some files and a book or two. It's a perfect fit for my 15" MacBook Pro and offers it maximum protection. It also has an abundance of velcro-sealed pockets for accessories like iPods, AC adapter, etc, as well a pockets for pens and pencils and a place to secure one's keys. I'm thoroughly satisfied with this well thought-out briefcase and the quality of its construction.
Roger

Exactly what I wanted for short trips that may require more than just the laptop. Lots of room for all my gear, including a full sized external hard drive with cables and power brick.

This is a great case for your laptop. it has a spacious main compartment inside for the laptop and plenty of storage on the front and back of the case. The reason i really like this case over others i have looked at is that it does not look like other cases that you typically see. i like the hard case that surrounds the content. the 2 thingz that i do not care for with this case are that i does not carry very comfortably with the shoulder strap, it feels like i am carrying a suitcase under my arm, and second it needs to be completly zipped open in order to access the contents on either side of the bag.
If you are looking for a modern looking and functional case this is it.

I had been searching for a while for a bag that could easily fit two laptop computers, a digital camera, an ipod, noise canceling headphones charges for all of these items plus chargers for a blackberry and jawbone bluetooth headset. This bag can handle all of these items plus has space for pens, business cards and a few files and papers. The bag is cleverly designed to include several internal pouches. I highly recommend this bag to any business traveler.

This is case arrived promptly and as advertised. It has a very modern look to it and was easy to use from the minute it arrived. It is not as big as some I had looked at, but at the same time has all of the necessary compartments to secure wireless options for my laptop, (mice, presentation pointer, extra batteries, etc.). It has been able to take rough use and protect the contents without a problem to date. I have not had to travel with it yet but I do take it back and forth to work and meetings daily without a problem.

I love this case. There are 2 side compartments and a center main for my laptop. There is even a pocket for my 10" netbook. Logitech quality is great as usual.

it was what i expected, does not fall down easily and there is a large spaces for your all gadget and more.
it's perfect for hame and travel and it's hard so your things will not break.
perfect..