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Playful Sumo iPad Sleeves by Mobile Edge

Matthew Olivolo August 10th, 2010

Camo and Graffiti iPad Sleeves ideal for traveling

ANAHEIM, Calif., – Aug. 10, 2010 – Mobile Edge, the market leader in innovative and stylish laptop computer carrying cases and accessories, has released six new iPad Sleeves under its Sumo brand. The stylish and fun neoprene sleeves are designed specifically to cradle Apple iPads from bumps and scratches while on the road.

“Staying up to date with new products like the Apple iPad is essential,” said G. David Cartwright, President & CEO, Mobile Edge. “This new Collection of iPad cases compliments our collection of Netbook and laptop cases and is a natural extension of our Apple oriented Sumo product line.”

This new iPad Sleeve Collection is both innovative and sleek akin to the iPad. The soft padded neoprene material acts as a cushion protecting the large Multi-Touch screen. The Apple iPad easily slides into the pliable neoprene for quick storage.

“Sumo’s designs are all about being fun and edgy, we provide a simple and stylish solution that complements the iPad,” said Jim Hart, Sumo’s co-founder. “The iPad consumer wants protection, but is also looking for a travel case as individual as they are, Sumo fills that need.”

The Sumo iPad Collection comes in two pattern styles, each with three color schemes; Camo: Red, Black and Green, Graffiti: Pink, Black and Pink, all with an SRP of $19.99 and each backed by a Lifetime Warranty.

Mobile Edge and Sumo continue 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.

About Mobile Edge & Sumo
Mobile Edge is the industry leader in innovative and stylish laptop computer carrying cases and travel accessories. The company is committed to the highest quality standards in every case that it produces, from women’s briefcases, portfolios and totes, to men’s messenger bags, backpacks, Netbook cases and their new ScanFast? Checkpoint Friendly Laptop Collection. Recently acquired Sumo is a lifestyle brand with San Francisco roots focused on fashion forward products that break the mold and offer alternatives to the boring and mundane. Both Mobile Edge and Sumo offer the strongest product warranty in the industry. Available online at mobileedge.com and sumolifestyle.com.

Mobile Edge makes Checkpoint Friendly Laptop Bags from corn

Matthew Olivolo August 3rd, 2010

Mobile Edge, the industry leader in innovative and stylish laptop computer carrying cases and travel accessories has teamed up with DuPont™ and incorporated their new polymeric material Sorona® as the main material for their new ScanFast™ laptop cases. This pioneering material is produced partially with Agricultural Feedstock (corn stocks) that reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 63 percent when compared to typical petroleum based Nylon or Polyester production.

Mobile Edge designed their new Checkpoint Friendly Laptop Case Collection with this new renewable resource which reduces energy consumption during production by 30 percent, reducing our dependency on oil and petrochemical products. The Sorona® fibers are soft and extremely stain resistant with high strength and stiffness qualities.

“We are delighted to be leading the category in the use of environmentally friendly materials,” said G. David Cartwright, President & CEO, Mobile Edge. “It is our goal for Mobile Edge to establish a standard for producing truly Eco-Friendly Laptop Cases. Our new ScanFast cases are not only the smart way to travel, but smart for the environment as well!”

The TSA has announced guidelines that allow travelers with properly designed carrying cases to pass through security checkpoints without removing their laptops. Mobile Edge has responded by creating the ScanFast Collection, each case is uniquely designed to provide an unobstructed security scan of the computer. Backed by a Lifetime Warranty, the new ScanFast 2.0 Collection consists of a stylish briefcase, traditional messenger bag and a backpack all priced at $99.99 each. All three styles are in stock and shipping from the Mobile Edge facility in Anaheim, California.

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 EVO Backpack featured on Game Revolution

Matthew Olivolo July 29th, 2010

By Chris Hudak, Gamer/Technology Editor, Game Revolution

The Mobile Edge EVO Backpack has replaced all my other carry-on options in one fell swoop. My biggest gripe with most tech-luggage options… Pockets/compartments or rather, the glaring lack of enough of them of the right size, place and function. The EVO offers 16 compartments for a wide variety of specific purposes: There’s the main laptop sleeve, of course, sufficient to hold/protect laptops up to 16”/17” models.

There are also easily-accessible slots to hold typically-sized USB drives and memory cards, protected pockets suitable for both business cards and smaller electronics, a roomy dedicated media pocket with cable-ports for MP3 players or smartphones, holders for pens and pencils; a rugged moisture-resistant bottom panel protecting the main compartment; five good-sized, zippered outer compartments (one of which is specifically designed to ready access to bottled drinks of various sizes); and two secure outer mesh pockets for the small stuff you grab and stash most as you make your way through the airport, outside the hotel, into the dark, foreboding woods or what have you.

It’s all intelligently designed around a main interior space just big enough for a couple-day trip, and the straps are strong and comfy, with yet another secure mesh pocket right there, for yet another radio/phone/gadget, you techno-junkie, you.

To read the full review click here.

Mobile Edge laptop cases on ABC’s Secret Life

Matthew Olivolo July 1st, 2010

Mobile Edge continues to expand their presence on full featured movies and a variety of television shows now on ABC, NBC and Fox.

Today, I had the chance to meet with the Prop Master from ABC Family’s “The Secret Life of the American Teenager.”

I brought their team several new Mobile Edge products including EVO Backpacks, our Eco-Friendly Messenger Bag, our stylish Women’s Express Backpack, a Blue Sumo Camo Messenger and an 18” Sumo Folding Furniture Cube.

After visiting the set located on Warner Bros Ranch Studio and understanding the premise of the show, I think the variety of products I left today will work well for the show.

The show reminds me of a modern day Melrose Place only with teenage actors in High School. It’s a fun show and we look forward to working with their Prop Department all season.

I didn’t get a chance to meet Molly Ringwald, but I will make an effort to bring some “New” cases ironically when they film so maybe I can meet her.

Make sure to Tivo or DVR the show and look out for Mobile Edge and Sumo products. The show airs on Monday nights on ABC 7 p.m./6 p.m. Central.

Mobile Edge EVO Backpack & Alienware Mx11 Portfolio at E3

Matthew Olivolo June 28th, 2010

Technology writer Chris Hudak from Blog Sites including Machinima, Crave Online and Game Revolution is now testing the new Mobile Edge EVO Backpack and Alienware Mx11 Portfolio. He flew from San Francisco down to LA to attend E3, the Electronic Entertainment Expo at the Staples Center last week. He’ll be posting a review soon on one or more of the blogs he writes for.

While Chris was attending the event, he toted around the Mobile Edge Alienware Mx11 Portfolio. He said he loved the sleek footprint of the new Mx11 which was designed to carry around Alienware’s newest gaming computer, the Mx11. It is made simply to carry around the computer, the power supply and a few peripherals . That’s what makes the portfolio lightweight and extremely mobile. The small design allows you to carry the portfolio in a larger bag if needed, or durable enough to carry by itself when you want to be light.

On the last day of the show I met with Chris at Trader Vic’s, a Tiki themed restaurant right around the corner from the Staples Center. In the photo, Chris is posing with a waitress showing off the new Alienware Mx11 Portfolio. Even she liked the portfolio. Chris is sporting a “Prinny” hat from NIS America, publishers for the Disgaea series of games.

This new case is hot and has been challenging to keep in stock due to its popularity. If you own an Mx11, you need this case for sure!

Stay tuned for Chris’s reviews on both products.

Team USA wins – now get your World Cup Soccer iPod case

Matthew Olivolo June 24th, 2010

The 2010 World Cup Soccer Tournament has been nothing less than amazing. For someone who isn’t the biggest soccer fan, I really have become one over the past few weeks. Team USA has showed the world they are a team to be reckoned with. Besides the two deplorable calls the referees made, it has been a great tournament thus far.

Regardless of your favorite team, show your support with a leather World Cup Soccer Collector’s iPod Case designed for 5G Classic iPods. Now for a limited time you can buy one of these collector’s items for 50 percent off.

Get one today while supplies last. Click here for more information.

Sumo iPad Sleeves by Mobile Edge now available

Matthew Olivolo June 15th, 2010

Mobile Edge, the market leader in innovative and stylish laptop computer carrying cases and accessories, released six new Sumo iPad Sleeves. The stylish and fun neoprene sleeves are designed specifically to cradle Apple iPads from bumps and scratches while on the road.

This new iPad Sleeve Collection is both innovative and sleek akin to the iPad. The ultra thin iPad slides right inside the sleeve making a perfect union between tablet and case protection.

“Staying up to date with new products like the Apple iPad is essential,” said Matthew Olivolo, Director of Public Relations for Mobile Edge. “This new Collection of iPad cases will enhance our collection of Netbook and laptop cases while complementing our existing Mobile Edge and Sumo branded product lines.”

The soft padded neoprene material acts as a cushion protecting the large Multi-Touch screen. The Apple iPad easily slides into the pliable neoprene for quick storage.

“Sumo’s designs are all about being fun and edgy, we provide a simple and stylish solution that complements the iPad,” said Jim Hart, Sumo’s co-founder. “The iPad consumer wants protection, but is also looking for a travel case as individual as they are, Sumo fills that need.”

The Sumo iPad Collection comes in two styles and six color schemes, Camo: Red, Black and Green, Graffiti: Pink, Black and Pink all with an SRP of $19.99 each and backed by a Lifetime Warranty.

Mobile Edge and Sumo continue 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.

For more information about the Sumo iPad Sleeves by Mobile Edge, click here.

The Next Evolution of Computer Backpacks by Mobile Edge

Matthew Olivolo June 8th, 2010

Years of actual user feedback result in the ultimate backpack

ANAHEIM, Calif., – June 9, 2010 – Mobile Edge, the market leader in innovative and stylish laptop computer carrying cases and accessories, has unveiled the next generation of computer backpacks. The Mobile Edge EVO Backpack is a result of years of customer research and end-user feedback. Just in time for the Back-to-School season, the new EVO Backpacks are the perfect combination of ergonomic design, quality and value.

The innovative EVO backpack is designed to protect all the popular models of wide-screen laptops up to 16”, as well as many 17” models like the 17” MacBook Pro. The EVO features sixteen interior and exterior pockets for all your travel accessories and personal items. A new interior workstation was added to hold popular sized memory cards, flash drives, business cards, pens and pencils, plus a media pocket for your iPod or MP3 player.

“We are very excited to add the new EVO Backpack to our growing product assortment,” said G. David Cartwright, President & CEO, Mobile Edge. “After years of analyzing customer feedback we have built what just may be the perfect computer backpack.”

Another Mobile Edge exclusive feature is their Cool-Mesh padded back-panel and shoulder straps designed for user comfort over prolonged use. A ruggedized bottom panel was added to protect the backpack from moisture, dirt and grime and for overall durability.

The EVO also features a clever zip-open water bottle carrier that will hold various size liquids – a key request among backpack users. Topped off with great styling, quality construction and backed by a lifetime warranty, the EVO Backpack may be the last backpack you will ever need!

The feature-rich EVO Backpack is available in four accent trim colors: Black with a Silver Reflective trim, Black with Yellow trim, Black with Blue trim and Black with Red trim. The EVO Backpacks begin shipping this week from Amazon.com and MobileEdge.com and carry an SRP of $79.99.

Mobile Edge and Sumo continue 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 EVO Backpacks now in stock

Matthew Olivolo June 3rd, 2010

The new Mobile Edge EVO Backpack is now in stock! Delivered today, we are now taking orders on the hottest new backpack in the Mobile Edge Collection.

What I like best about this new backpack is all of the pockets. In fact, we added sixteen interior and exterior pockets which are ideal for your gadgets. The styling of this backpack is really noteworthy.

The convenient workstation is a great addition and will to hold memory cards, flash drives, business cards, pens and pencils, as well as a pocket for your iPod or MP3 player. More importantly, we included our Cool-Mesh padded back-panel and shoulder straps for prolonged user comfort along with a ruggedized bottom panel for durability.

This is an excellent Backpack and highly recommend you get one for yourself. Take advantage of FREE SHIPPING between now and June 30th. Enter in Coupon Code MEBLOG and receive FREE Shipping on the EVO Backpack now available in two colors, Black with Silver trim and Black with Yellow trim.

May is Cystic Fibrosis Month – Mobile Edge Blog

Matthew Olivolo May 18th, 2010

May is Cystic Fibrosis Month, and we need to help raise money to fight this terrible disease.
Mobile Edge is a proud corporate partner with the Boomer Esiason Foundation which is a leader in providing support and awareness of this disease. We are proud to align our efforts with the Foundation, whose mission is to provide financial support for research aimed at finding a cure for cystic fibrosis.

Similar to our corporate program with Susan G. Komen for the Cure, we developed a special line of laptop bags all toting the BEF logo. For every BEF laptop bag we sell, we donate 10% of the retail sales price back to the Foundation.
Help us make a difference and purchases a BEF Laptop Bag during the month of May.

For all purchases on BEF cases I will offer you FREE SHIPPING exclusively on the BEF Collection. When checking out in the shopping cart on the Mobile Edge Website, Use Coupon Code: BEF10 and receive instant Free Shipping on any BEF product.