Protect Your Computer

We have many new computers being issued for the upcoming 2016-2017 school year.

Grades 5-12 student will receive a  MacBook Air  Model # A1466  with a 45W MagSafe 2 power adapter.

Teachers will receive a MacBook Pro with Retina Display Model #A1502  with a 60W MagSafe 2 power adapter.  

The model numbers may be helpful as you accessorize your devices.

Good habits can help make your school-issue computer last without dings, dents, and other problems that may cost your family budget a fix-it charge.  Even with good care, accidents do sometimes happen.  Here are a few products that may help reduce problems down the road:

Does your power cord get in the way?
Here is a handy gadget that stores your power block and cord, protecting them and helping you stay neat and tidy.

Here is the $12.99  Quirky Cord Keeper that works for both computer styles.

There is a small version that can work with your iPad charger cable, too.

Does fraying have you fried? MacBook cords have been notorious for fraying at the power block.  This can be reduced by making a little loop (see picture) before wrapping the cord, but it still doesn't always prevent problem. There is a cool product called The Fray Fix that could help.  $14.99 will give you some protection at both ends of the cord.  The bright colors can make your charger easier to find, as well.

Protect your laptop from dings, dents, and scuffs in a fashionable way:

There are many models on the market.  This includes:

For the MacBook Pro 13.3" with Retina Display:

                 Kuzy makes a durable case available in many different solid colors for $19.95.

                 Get a little fancier with this model from iCasso for $19.95

MacBook Air 13"

                 Here is a case made by Mosiso, sold for $11.80

The school district issues a durable case, made by Brenthaven, with every laptop.  It includes a shoulder strap and side pocket for the charger cord.  It is the responsibility of the user to take good care of it according to the terms of the District's Acceptable Use Policy.  The products above are not endorsed or sold by the school district, but can provide a little extra piece of mind with the heavy use these great tools will get in the upcoming years.  

Please send me a note if you find any other products that you think would be beneficial.  I will add them to this list.