New Netbook neoprene computer sleeves by Mobile Edge are a hot commodity this holiday season.With the explosion of new Netbook and Ultraportable laptops, our new sleeves couldn’t have come at a better time.
Now in two convenient sizes 8.9” and 10” and three different style combinations, Mobile Edge has you covered.Each sleeve is made with 8 mil neoprene and comes with an additional outside zippered pocket to store your power supply and other accessories.They make great gift ideas and only cost $24.99.
Recently Barbara Krasnoff from Computerworld gave Mobile Edge an Honorable mention in an article mentioning hot new Netbook accessories.Here is a brief overview of what she wrote.
It seems that there are a lot of people out there who either own Netbooks, or want to own them — and consequently, who want something interesting and useful to carry them in. The story Netbook chic: 6 new laptop bags for ultraportables generated quite a few emails suggesting additional (and, according to the senders, better) ways to carry around your Asus Eee, Acer Aspire One, or other low-cost, low-weight notebook.
As a result, I thought it was only fair to add a few bags to the mix:
Mobile Edge carries a line of sleeves for 8.9-inch and 10-inch ultraportables called the Mobile Edge SlipSuits. The sleek padded neoprene bags include a zippered external front pocket. The SlipSuits come in black, pink, and red trim, and list for $25.
For those customers that already have used a Mobile Edge ScanFast Case, we want to hear from you! For sending in customer feedback, I will send you a Free Gift from Mobile Edge. With your permission we may post a portion of your comments on our website. If you have a photo of you and your ScanFast Laptop Case, send it in.
Tell us in your words:
• How was your traveling experience with your new ScanFast Laptop Bag?
• Did the TSA screener recognize your case was Checkpoint Friendly?
• Did you move through security faster by using the TSA compliant case?
• Anything else you would like to share with us…
For customers who do not own a ScanFast Carrying Case yet, earlier this year the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) announced they will allow Checkpoint Friendly Laptop Bags to be used when traveling through airport security checkpoints. This means if you use a TSA compliant laptop bag you do not need to remove your laptop from the bag. This will help save you time and anguish when passing through security. Inevitably, by using these cases it will actually help move the security line faster for everyone.
As a leader in the laptop carrying case category, we (Mobile Edge) introduced several new Checkpoint Friendly Laptop Bags as part of our ScanFast™ Collection.
Just yesterday we sent out a press release announcing our new ScanFast for Her Collection of Checkpoint Friendly Laptop Bags, designed specifically for women. As the industry leader in women’s stylish laptop bag, it made sense that we would be the first manufacturer to offer Women’s Checkpoint Friendly Laptop Bags.
If you don’t already have one, I recommend getting one. Traveling through airport security has never been easier.
Identity Theft has become a real threat over the past decade, and recently it has only gotten worse. Case in point, new Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) chips are now implanted in new Credit Cards and all U.S. Passports. Although this technology has its benefits, there is one major problem; people can skim your information without even being detected.
The new RFID chips send out a continual signal even when it is in your wallet or purse. This makes it easy for criminals to steal your information with skimming machines.
There are even videos on YouTube (one below) that shows how easy it is to skim another person’s information from their pocket completely undetected. The devices are so small and compact, that they can fit into any regular sized bag/briefcase. The person may be walking next to you on the street and he may be skimming your credit card information. This is a real threat that many technology writers have indicated in a multitude of articles ranging from the Wall Street Journal, The Economist, scores of blog sites and Magazines just to name a few.
The Research & Development Team at Mobile Edge discovered this threat and came up with a simple solution, Mobile Edge I.D. Sentry Wallets. The RFID blocking wallets come in two sizes, one for credit cards or smart cards, and another for Passports. Both RFID blocking wallets are lined with an alloy shielding material, protecting your smart card or Passport from would-be thieves.
Don’t take my word for it; research this for yourself on the Internet. Here is one article I found recently by John Cox,writer forNetwork World. To read the full article click on the link below.
UPDATE: Hacker trio finds a way to crack popular smartcard in minutes
People are starting to wake up to the fact that some RFID-enabled smartcards now can be far more easily, and cheaply, cracked than ever before, as a trio of young computer experts recently showed.
These are a particular type of processor-embedded cards. The actual decryption work by the researchers was done on the widely deployed Mifare Classic wireless smartcard, now manufactured by a Philips spinoff, NXP Semiconductors. It’s deployed for contactless payments, such as the nationwide public transit ticketing system in The Netherlands. If decrypted, the card could be rewritten to access additional services, certain limited personal data such as a birth date could be recovered, and the dollar value of the card’s electronic “purse” could be changed.
A recently de-classified study, by a nonprofit Dutch research group, of the claims by the decryption researchers concluded that it is likely they will succeed in recovering the entire encryption algorithm, and eventually build a key cracker. But that will take about six months, the study estimates, and concludes that there are no immediate risks to the Dutch system or its users, and that additional, existing security mechanisms may offer adequate protection.
That MiFare Classic card is the basis of such new systems as the Dutch OV-Chipkaart, being rolled out in The Netherlands as part of a multibillion-dollar nationwide transportation ticketing system, and the so-called CharlieCard, used in the Boston, Mass., subway system. The decryption breach triggered a firestorm of controversy in The Netherlands.
The card uses a proprietary encryption scheme, known as the Crypto1 algorithm, to scramble the data exchanged between the card and the card reader, and to securely authenticate the card and reader to each other.
The newest attack was discussed but not (as previously reported) fully demonstrated at the 24th Congress of the Chaos Computer Club in Berlin last December. Interest in the study has been spreading steadily from the arcane world of security hackers. In a March 6 statement, NXP says it “has established an open dialogue with the researchers and is evaluating possible attacks and countermeasures that could be taken in an overall systems to prevent those.”
One of the researchers is Karsten Nohl, a graduate student in the University of Virginia’s Computer Science Department, in Charlottesville. The other two are Henryk Plotz and “Starbug.” At the Chaos conference, Nohl and Plotz gave some details of an apparently practical, effective way to break the Mifare encryption key, confirming what many cryptographers had suspected. Nohl has not yet responded to several questions sent via e-mail.
The team used an inexpensive RFID reader to collect encrypted data, and then reverse-engineered the chip to figure out the encryption key to decipher that data. They examined the chip under an optical microscope, used micro-polishing sandpaper to remove a few microns of the surface at a time, photographing each of the five layers of circuitry. Nohl wrote his own optical recognition software to refine and clarify the images, and then patiently worked through the arrangement of the logic gates to deduce the encryption algorithm, a task made possible by the fact that the Mifare Classic relies on a secret key of no more than 48 bits.
Apple recently announced two new MacBooks that are a little more affordable and just plain cool. Both models offer two versions of their speedy Intel Core 2 Duo chip, upgraded memory and hard drive space.
In today’s fast paced mobile lifestyle, people want protection for their laptop but also the freedom of a lightweight case that is designed for people on the go. The SlipSuit offers that protection and mobility all in one and with the style and functionality only offered by Mobile Edge. It’s the protection your laptop needs and yet small enough to slip into a larger bag or tote.
Given their sleek design Apple is known for, the new MacBooks fit perfectly in Mobile Edge custom laptop sleeves. The 13.3 inch MacBook fits like a glove in the Mobile Edge 13.3 inch Mac Sleeve. Given the sleek design of the new 15 inch MacBook Pro, it will fit nicely into the 14.1 inch Mobile Edge SlipSuit.
Suitable for the classroom or the boardroom, the sporty style and edgy lines of the SlipSuit make carrying your notebook easy and comfortable. Made of durable Neoprene wetsuit-like-material, the SlipSuit is backed with a Lifetime Warranty.
“The Mac friendly SlipSuits are the perfect addition to the Mobile Edge collection of stylish notebook cases,” said Chuck Gangi, vice president of sales for Mobile Edge. “Our Mac customers asked for a simple solution to protect their MacBook and MacBook Pros, and Mobile Edge has delivered. By offering an outside zippered pocket, the SlipSuit offers functionality unparalleled to other sleeve manufacturers.”
Good looks and brains go a long way, and in my opinion both new MacBooks will further increase Apple’s market share in the laptop category.
Like Apple, Mobile Edge will continue to build quality laptop bags and offer custom sizes to accommodate new MacBooks as they enter the marketplace. Make sure your new laptop is secure with Mobile Edge proven laptop protection. Check out the custom SlipSuit neoprene sleeve page and get yours today!
Macworld Editor Dan Frakes, posted an article online about the Checkpoint Friendly Laptop Bag requirements the Transportation Security Office posted for manufacturers. Of the 40 manufacturers that responded to the TSA request, Mobile Edge is among the few manufacturers he mentions. Beating most of our competitors to market with our ScanFast™ Collectionof Checkpoint Friendly Laptop Bags, we now have TSA Compliant laptop cases ready to purchase and have already shipped thousands of orders.
Here is a brief snippet of Dan’s article:
If you’re traveling to the US, it’s worth your while to get acquainted with the US Transportation Security Administration (TSA)’s announced new rules covering “checkpoint friendly” laptop bags. The goal of these regulations is to increase the speed and efficiency of airport security checkpoints by allowing passengers to keep their laptop computers in their bags during X-ray screening. However, there’s quite a bit of confusion about what, exactly, constitutes a checkpoint-friendly bag and the specific rules for using one.
What is a “checkpoint friendly” bag? According to the TSA, these are the criteria a laptop bag must meet to be considered checkpoint-friendly:
It must have a designated laptop-only section.
The laptop-only section must unfold completely to lie flat on the X-ray belt.
No metal snaps, zippers or buckles can be located inside, underneath, or on top of the laptop-only section. (In other words, metal elements must be positioned so they do not overlap the body of the laptop in an X-ray image.)
It cannot have pockets on the inside or outside of the laptop-only section.
Nothing can be packed in the laptop-only section other than the computer itself. (This is more of a guideline for packing than for designing a bag, although a laptop compartment that fits a computer perfectly makes it more difficult to fit additional items.)
Not listed in the guidelines, but mentioned on the TSA Web site under the topic of Industry Process and Guidelines, are warnings against thick bag dividers and thick emblems or seals on the laptop-only section. These elements can prevent security-checkpoint X-rays from obtaining a clear image of your laptop.
What kinds of bags meet these guidelines? Vendors are meeting the requirements in a couple ways. One is by designing bags that unfold so that the laptop section presents an unobstructed X-ray view. (There’s no restriction against having zippers, buckles, or other metal parts on the sides of the laptop section, as long as these parts don’t in any way obstruct the X-ray view of the laptop.) Another is by hosting the laptop in a basic sleeve or cover that detaches or can be removed from the main bag.
Apparently so. The TSA notes, in the Procedures article linked above, that over 60 manufacturers of laptop bags responded to the TSA’s announcement with intentions to create checkpoint-friendly bags, and 40 submitted prototypes to the agency for feedback. Since the new policy went into effect, a number of vendors have contacted us specifically to let us know that they have new or existing bags that meet the guidelines; these include Mobile Edge...
In a recent article posted in the Wayne State University Student Newspaper, laptops are now considered the must-have when doing back-to-school shopping.
Taking notes on a laptop when in class is essential to modern day college life. Colleges across the country have put in new WiFi access points to allow students free access to the Internet. Typically, colleges will post where their WiFi locations are throughout the campus helping students connect to the Internet when they need to.
Of course when spending upwards of $1,400 for a new laptop, it must be protected. An interesting point made in the University’s newspaper article, was that toting around a bag with a DELL logo on it means you are broadcasting to everyone that you are carrying a laptop.
“It’s best to use one of those non-descript cases, maybe a backpack where you can also put your papers or other stuff, and no one will think twice that you have a laptop in there,” stated Chris Demos, Lead Systems Administrator, Wayne State University.
Demos then went on to say, “When using a laptop at a public place, he advised to use steelwire security cable, which he said acts as an excellent deterrent because it can take as long as 20 minutes to remove the cable and to do so inconspicuously would be impossible.”
Mobile Edge offers a solution for all of these concerns with one of the largest selections of laptop backpacks on the market. We have backpacks that accommodate laptops up to 15.4″ and other ergonomic backpacks for larger 17″ laptops. We have backpacks specifically designed for women and others for men.
Mobile Edge also offers one of the strongest laptop security cables on the market called the SecuriCable. This cable screws into the computer’s serial or VGA port giving metal to metal contact for a secure fit.
Colleges students across the country purchase laptops and laptop accessories in their college computer book stores. Mobile Edge products are offerd at hundreds of colleges across the country. Rest assured, if you are a college student or the parent of a college student, Mobile Edge has the solution you need for mobile computing.
For more information, visit the company website by clicking here.
At 11:42 a.m. (PST) there was a 5.4 magnitude earthquake that shook all of Southern California, including the Mobile Edge Corporate Office located in Anahiem. The epicenter was located in Chino Hills, Calif., approximately 10 miles from our office. Although the staff and products were jolted around a bit, everyone and all products are fine. All orders will ship on time without a hitch.
The shock waves felt more like waves traveling through the building rather than sharp jolts. From several news organizations, rolling shock waves actually cause less damage than the sharp snaps as felt in the Northridge Earthquake back in 1994.
The staff here at Mobile Edge would like to wish you and your family a safe and happy 4th of July. We live in a great country and enjoy our freedom celebrating 232 years of Independence this year. It is an important American tradition and is meant to be with family and friends and loved ones.
Enjoy this holiday with pride and be proud to live in a great country where we all have the freedom to live life as we choose. I hope you will get to see an impressive fireworks show as I will in Las Vegas.
Mobile Edge, the industry leader in innovative and stylish laptop computer carrying cases and accessories is pleased to announce the addition of Shawn Rapier as its Director of Sales. Shawn will head up the Mobile Edge High-Ed sales efforts utilizing his ten plus years experience in this channel.
Most recently, Rapier was the Vice President of Channel Sales for the Michigan based cable company GoldX. Prior to GoldX, Shawn was the founder of Offspring Technologies and has worked in the computer accessory industry for more than a decade.
Specializing in distribution and higher education sales, Shawn will complement the strong Mobile Edge sales team pursuing new accounts. In addition to his sales expertise, he has been a Keynote Speaker at several industry events and has been published in various industry publications.
“I am excited for this opportunity. I have enjoyed a great relationship with the people at Mobile Edge for a number of years,” explained Shawn Rapier, Director of Sales, Mobile Edge.“When the chance to work with them came up, I jumped at it. Great products and great people made this decision an easy one. I see a bright future for this company and look forward to being a part of it.”
“I am delighted to have Shawn join our sales team and welcome his contribution to our continued growth” said G. David Cartwright, President & CEO, Mobile Edge.“Shawn brings a unique understanding of the High-Ed market and is very well respected throughout the channel.”
Rapier will work from his office in Utah and can be reached at the following numbers:
ABC News Technology Reporter Andrea Smith featured three Mobile Edge laptop bags in a Mother’s Day Gift Idea segment on the local ABC affiliate in New York City. She showcased the Komen Milano, the BEF Signature Tote and the Monaco Notebook Case.
She talked about some of the functionality of the laptop bags while her co-anchor modeled the Komen Milano. She made sure to mention that Mobile Edge donates 10 percent of the sales price back to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Breast Cancer Foundation for research and awareness. Her personal favorite of the three designer laptop cases was the BEF Signature Tote. Click the video below to see the review.
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Taking notes on a laptop when in class is essential to modern day college life. Colleges across the country have put in new WiFi access points to allow students free access to the Internet. Typically, colleges will post where their WiFi locations are throughout the campus helping students connect to the Internet when they need to.
