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Mobile Edge Scanfast For Her: Checkpoint-Friendly Laptop Bags For the Ladies

Sean Fallon — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 13:15:00 EST

Mobile Edge is expanding on their checkpoint-friendly Scanfast laptop case lineup with products that are designed specifically for women. The "Scanfast for Her" line consists of three product styles: the Onyx ScanFast Briefcase, the Onyx ScanFast Backpack and a redesigned Element Briefcase. The changes are aesthetic, so you will still be getting a TSA compliant case that will allow you to breeze through airport security without ever having to remove your laptop. The bags will be shipping later this month for $100.

Womens Checkpoint Friendly Laptop Bags by Mobile Edge
New womens ScanFast Collection unveiled in time for holiday season

ANAHEIM, Calif., November 18, 2008 Mobile Edge, the industry leader in innovative and stylish laptop computer carrying cases and accessories, expands their ScanFast™ collection of Checkpoint Friendly Laptop Bags by adding three new carrying cases designed specifically for women. These unique models combine the fashion styling of our best selling womens cases with Checkpoint Friendly functionality, quality materials and the computer protection that only Mobile Edge can offer!

ScanFast for Her - Stylish Checkpoint Friendly Laptop Bags Designed for women by women, the new ScanFast™ for Her cases are the first TSA 'Checkpoint Friendly' laptop bags designed specifically for women to be introduced.

Like our original ScanFast cases, the new ScanFast for Her Collection exceeds all Transportation Security Administration (TSA) guidelines to be considered Checkpoint Friendly. Now travelers can speed through airport security checkpoints without having to remove their laptops.

"As the industry leader in fashion-inspired women's laptop carrying cases, we are proud to be the first to introduce Checkpoint Friendly Laptop Cases designed specifically for women," said G. David Cartwright, President & CEO, Mobile Edge. "Women are tired of traveling with generic, masculine cases and we are pleased to offer a stylish alternative for todays female road warriors."

The ScanFast for Her collection consists of three product styles; the all new Onyx ScanFast Briefcase, the Onyx ScanFast Backpack and a redesigned Element Briefcase. The Onyx Briefcase and Backpack feature a designer developed exterior material with faux-croc accents and polished steel fittings. The redesigned ScanFast Element Cases will be offered in three color combinations of chocolate brown, forest green and passion pink poly-suede accented with a dark faux-leather trim. The ScanFast for Her Cases are scheduled to begin shipping later this month at a suggested retail price of $99.99.

Mobile Edge continues to expand the laptop carrying case category by offering new, innovative and smart designs that fuse fashion trends with form and function, creating a brand that makes a positive statement about today's mobile computing lifestyle.

[Mobile Edge]

Belkin FlyThru Laptop Bags Save Notebooks From TSA Butterfingers

Jason Chen — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 19:40:00 EST

The concept of "checkpoint friendly" laptop bags have been around for a couple months—with Solo and Mobile Edge leading the charge—but Belkin's now getting in the action with their own FluThru Laptop Case. Their version will run you $59, complete with "minimal metal zippers", 15.4-inch laptop capacity and notebook isolation for easier screening. Not having to take out your machine so screeners can drop them onto the concrete is definitely worth $59, unless you want an excuse to buy a new laptop. [Belkin]

TSA's "Checkpoint Friendly" Laptop Bag Policy Starts Today

Elaine Chow — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 12:00:00 EDT

You know that new TSA policy that kind of sounds like a ploy to sell new generations of laptop bags? The one where, if you have specific types of bags that are deemed “checkpoint friendly” by the TSA, you won't have to take your laptop out while going through security lines at the airport? That goes into effect today. The new policy is supposed to speed things up, but if you can't trust that stupid-ass office schmuck in front of you to take out his (or her) laptop in the last 35 minutes you were all waiting in line god damn it, I don't see how having different categories of X-ray-able bags won't just add to the confusion. [Yahoo! News]

Solo CheckFast Laptop Cases and Sleeves Help Travelers Fly Through Security

Sean Fallon — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 19:40:00 EDT

Bags deemed "checkpoint friendly" by the TSA are starting to roll out fast and furious now—bags with "creative" names like "ScanFast" and the newly announced "CheckFast" from Solo (I'm still waiting for the "CavitySearchFree"). The CheckFast claims to be "the first laptop case company to have fulfilled the design and testing requirements to be Travel Sentry approved," but when it really comes down to it, all of the bags basically have a cut-out area that makes it easy for security to view its contents. After that, its pretty much about what kind of style you prefer.

The CheckFast series consists of a "Tech Collection" with a mesh-covered removable laptop sleeve for 15.4” laptops and a clamshell “Mini Instant Messenger” that holds an 11” netbook (pictured above). There will also be a "Classic Collection" with a "clamshell portfolio for 15.4” laptops that will lay flat across the X-ray belt during screening. Plus, an “AlwaysOn” sleeve will "securely hug the laptop" and provide a vented opening in the back that makes it possible to use the laptop while it is still in the sleeve.

Breeze through airport security this holiday season with new SOLO® CheckFast™ laptop cases that make traveling easier.

The hectic holiday travel season is fast approaching, and SOLO CheckFast™ laptop cases will make the journey smoother by giving travelers the ability to speed through security without the added hassle of removing laptops from their bags. SOLO’s Tech Collection and Classic Collection will offer various CheckFast™ cases with sleek designs and great value. A few CheckFast™ models that will be available in November at major retailers include; the Tech CheckFast™ “AlwaysOn” Laptop Sleeve, Tech CheckFast™ Mini Instant-Messenger, and the Classic CheckFast™ Laptop Clamshell.

Tech Collection CheckFast™ “AlwaysOn” Sleeve (TCB101 and TCB102)

* “AlwaysOn” feature allows the laptop to be used while in the case.
* Mesh-covered sleeve offered in 2 sizes holds a 15.4” or 17” laptop.
* Vented grip allows for the laptop to breathe while in use.
* Dual functionality protects laptops and acts as a portable workstation.
* Cord pass-through exclusive power cord slots allow you to stay connected.
* $24.99 MSRP

Tech Collection CheckFast™ Netbook Mini Instant-Messenger (TCA511)

* Rear compartment holds 11” netbook.
* Organizer section provides easy access to USB, business cards, and pen.
* 2-section compartments and Digital Asset™ pockets located in the front.
* Cushioned carry handle.
* Removable, adjustable shoulder strap for easy carrying.
* Adjustable speed buckle.
* Expandable base design for tabletop stability.
* $69.99 MSRP

Classic Collection CheckFast™ Laptop Clamshell (CLA310)

* See thru padded pocket with mesh window provides easy screening of 15.4” laptop.
* Clamshell design separates laptop from accessories.
* Exterior zippered pockets.
* Dedicated file section.
* Flip-down workstation with pen loops.
* Multiple accessory compartments.
* Padded shoulder strap provides relief from shoulder strain.
* $49.99 MSRP

[Solo]