I know there are a few nice casing like the incipio but doesnt really suit my preference and also expensive... So I would prefer to get a good backpack or sleeve and a normal average looking casing that protects it from scratches... Will definitely use it naked after some time...

Hmm... If we think logically, I think other than IS, those which is similar with IS (some sort of a sticker type) would have edges of the sticky part right? So my guess would be after a long period of usage, dust will also be collected... Dust particles are small and when it accumulates.. Then you will get to see them.. Of course location of usage does contributes to the dust collection

Gelaskin is some sort of those design stickers that you stick on your laptops... Umm nothing is perfect right? haha... So if we can afford it, when your shield gets too much dust collected, then we should change them... Its normal that things gets worn out and we need to find a replacement =) If not there wont be business/profit for those companies if it can make a product that lasts forever.. Haha

Lol... I was thinking of getting the iron man decal.. Looks cool.. But it seems like its hard to apply and people advise to get a few of them in case one goes wrong... Hmm... But I also think that when I get bored of it then it would be a waste and dirty my MBP..

Lol... Thats what they said for Invisible Shield and guess what, after using for almost 2 years on my iphone, when I wanted to remove my IS, the sticky part actually sticks to my iphone screen and I had to like rub it out with my fingers... It took me like 30 minutes to really get all those residual out... So it does nto leave any marks but does leaves residual but of course Im not sure how long after you stick and it will leave residual there...

Go try this webstie... There are tons more links if you tried googling it....

http://www.ilugger.com/

It looks so bulky to carry that around LOL... It feels so unsafe to lug around an iMac..

Owh haha... Ok... You can further search on google... Im not sure if garage sales have them... Why didnt you consider getting a laptop instead since you are travelling and in need of your computer...

iMac isnt meant for portability... I think to save money just use the box as what dvlz said... Since you are going to bring it back to your hometown right? Dont think you would wanna risk bringing it out to the streets as it will become a thief magnet =)

Rofl I think thats overkill.. haha... But it does look damn solid... But Im sure the price will also be damn high! Maybe next time you have some 10k gadgets which you wanna bring for camping/jungle trekking then you can use it =P

Skin as in Invisible Shield type? Or you mean casing as in Speck/Incipio casing.... Skin/casing does keeps your laptop from scratches except those ports and the edges of the lid... Currently Im using a casing (Speck see thru satin) with a backpack.. Since I have a casing, I can ditch the sleeve =)... Its up to you to choose... Casing and Skin basically almost the same as its a layer of either a sticker/plastic casing..


Search in the garage sales.. There is one forumer selling them..

All is about individual preferences... Like d lai said... I faced the same problem of it turning yellow and lots of dust sticking onto the edges and residual sticking on it after I remove the IS... But I think the most protected way is to get a casing plus a sleeve and put it into a backpack... But of course apple accessories are expensive.. So depends also on your budget... =)

Im choose the speck casing due to the fear of getting it scrached if I have a sleeve and take it out to use... =) But I think I would want to get a sleeve so that I wouldnt have to take my backpack everytime I wanna go some place which I just need my Macbook...

So on my wishlist would be a Sleeve and a Razer Orochi mouse!! Money money money..

If you can order it yourself then it should be much cheaper as no commissions goes to the seller if you buy from them but you have to do all the work of shipping/buying etc... Maybe you could consider the price and see if there is a huge difference.. If its a little then get from someone who has already experience buying would be better =)

Oh... That is including shipping etc? I thought its going to be quite expensive..

How long for them to ship in? Hmm... they only accept credit card right? or paypal and other payment method also they accept?

@cyberixus haha Im not getting one.. Im asking on behalf of my cousin which she is quite interested but not sure specifically which design yet...

@aneip Im not sure if there is one for sale in apple store or any other accessories shop but definitely there are rubber casings.. Just google them.. Ive found a few but I think Speck see thru satin is ok as it got a rubber feel to it =)... But if you prefer it fully rubber and could take it and wash, I think there are limited choices.. Not sure though... Could walk around in lowyat or apple stores to check them out...

Oh okok... lucky that I have a paypal account... Haha.. 1-2 weeks is reasonable... Hmm will let my couz know...

Any hard/solid casing that are expose to the environment will be prone to scratches unless of course its pure rubber or other soft material... Speck see thru satin is just a thin layer of rubbery type surface.. Maybe you could rub the scratches off? Should be able to as it is soft...

But yea doesnt matter as your MBP isnt scratched.. Thats whats the casings are for =)

Umm... the early 09 model MBP should be the same size as the current model no?

Haha yea dont if you want to protect the cover that is protecting your MBP it will never end =P

Lol.. You can get the sleeve if you are lazy to bring your backpack and other stuff.. Its very convenient actually... Of course you can bring it with only your speck casing but that would expose you to potential thieves in Malaysia especially with your macbook... But if you dont mind carrying your backpack everywhere you go then no point of getting a sleeve =)