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    VGP-CKSR1 or ZeroShock III

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by mark6614, Nov 15, 2008.

  1. mark6614

    mark6614 Notebook Consultant

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    I just purchased a Sony Vaio SR and would like to know which case would be better? I like the VGP-CKSR1 and the ZeroShock III but need the best protection for college. Price is not an issue, I just need to know the better of the two cases, or if there is a better case out there. Thanks in advance!
     
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  2. Lattice

    Lattice Notebook Evangelist

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    I have a Vaio SR and the ZeroShock III case. Have no idea what the VGP-CKSR1 is like, but I'll post some pics here for you to help your decision. :) Maybe try posting in the SR thread to see if other owners have the official Sony sleeve so you can compare?

    1. Close-up of the ZeroShock III interior. I particularly like the small bit of extra protection at the edges.

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    2. Wide shot of ZeroShock III interior.

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    3. My Vaio SR inside the ZeroShock III (Top View).

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    4. My Vaio SR inside the ZeroShock III (Side View).

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    5. Everything all zipped up. The fit is quite snug, so you should also be careful if you have the extended battery and make some careful measurements, since the SR's extended battery increases thickness, not the length/width, where there is more space in the ZeroShock III.

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  3. mark6614

    mark6614 Notebook Consultant

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    Thanks those pictures help! Do you think it offers good protection from bumps and other sorts of things? I know its called zeroshock but does it actually do what the title claims? I would post the same thread in Sony's category but i don't think double posting is aloud.
     
    mark6614, Nov 15, 2008
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  4. lixuelai

    lixuelai Notebook Virtuoso NBR Reviewer

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    My roommate has the Sony sleeve and I have the ZeroShock. I have way more confidence in my ZeroShock than the cloth sleeve. The Sony one doesnt seem to absorb much impact.
     
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  5. mark6614

    mark6614 Notebook Consultant

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    The Sony one is just cloth? It said it had some anti-shock stuff in the description. I guess ill get the ZeroShock then! Do you think ill need a keyboard protector so it doesnt mess up my screen?
     
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  6. lixuelai

    lixuelai Notebook Virtuoso NBR Reviewer

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    Well it looks like that sleeve, I am not sure. But you cant really go wrong with the ZeroShock.
     
    lixuelai, Nov 15, 2008
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  7. built

    built Notebook Deity

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    I have a number of laptops:

    2 Toshiba P305's (17.1 inch)...these never leave home
    1 Toshiba U405 (13.3 inch)...my constant travelling companion
    1 Macbook...sometimes use for travelling
    1 HP DV5T (15.4 inch)...for my bedroom
    1 Acer Aspire One...for travelling close to home

    I have a Zeroshock for each of these. You cannot go wrong with Zeroshock.

    The Zeroshock III gives great peace of mind to me when I am travelling with the Toshiba U405, the Macbook or the AAO. I have Zeroshocks for the other computers just in case I ever decide to take them out of my house.

    Go with the Zeroshock. :)
     
    built, Nov 16, 2008
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  8. built

    built Notebook Deity

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    I have keyboard protectors for all of my laptops, as well. I use the Shaggymac protectors. When I'm using my computer, these same keyboard protectors act as a great mousepad.
     
    built, Nov 16, 2008
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  9. mark6614

    mark6614 Notebook Consultant

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    Thanks for all of the input guys! I think I will be getting the ZeroShock then.
     
    mark6614, Nov 16, 2008
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    built Notebook Deity

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    Great choice. :)
     
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    Jaycee8980, Nov 17, 2008
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    I just got myself a Vaio SR29 - fabulous machine.

    I'll be going for the Zeroshock as all seem to agree on it - though will my SR29 fit in the 13 inch sleeve or should I go for the 14 inch version?
     
    gbsonysr29, Jan 11, 2009
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