mCover iPearl Hard Shell Case with FREE keyboard cover for 15" Model A1286 Aluminum Unibod

Product Description

iPearl mCover® Collection for  MacBooks

Product Highlights:
+ Designed to fit perfectly with the Model A1286 15.4" aluminum unibody MacBook Pro with Regular Display
+ Made of USA-made High-Quality High-Strength DOW polycarbonate material
+ Built-in ergonomically designed foldable feet to let you type more comfortably. It also helps your MacBook Pro to stay cool
+ Rubber feet on the front side to prevent from slipping on smooth surface
+ Absolutely no interference with the Open/Close of MacBook Pro and access to all ports(USB, ThunderBolt, SD Card, Power, Audio, etc)
+ The MacBook Pro's original heat ventilation grill is NOT blocked. Extra slots on the bottom cover were built in for better heat dissipation all the time
+ 9 vibrant colors (Aqua/Blue/Black/Clear/Green/Orange/Pink/Purple/Red) available
+ Made under license of US Patent 7,643,274

This case is NOT compatible with:
— 15" A1398 MacBook Pro with Retina display.
— 13" white MacBook, 13" aluminum MacBook Pro and 11.6"/13.3" MacBook Air.

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(Updated on 1/19/2014)

Features

• Made of USA-made high-quality translucent DOW polycarbonate material, which is shatter-proof and will protect your 15.4" MacBook pro with regular display A1286 all around.
• Designed to perfectly fit the 15-inch MacBook pro with regular display, model A1286.
• NOT compatible with the 15-inch Macbook pro with 15.4" Retina Display released in summer 2012, model A1398.
• Engraved square window to show Apple logo clearly and make it more stylish. All ports, battery test button and charging port are accessible.
• 2-piece light-weight (12.5 oz or 350g) shell easily snaps on and off.

Top Reviews

Perfect fitting protection for your 15" MacBook Pro A1286
by M. Erb (4 out of 5 stars)
October 2, 2012

Update: Sept 21, 2017 - I've uploaded a new video to replace my original video review. After 5 years of hard use, the cover cracked at one of the rear corners of the case. It still protected my MBP but that one corner was vulnerable so I decided to replace the case. The new one is identical to the old one. I'm still very happy with the case which is why I bought the same one as a replacement.

I have been using the iPearl mCovers for my MacBook Pro's for several years. The shell continues to get better and better as iPearl tweaks the design of the cover. I feel the cover is about as good a cover as you'll hope to find at a very attractive price.

The mCover installs easily and securely. Small tabs are utilized to enable the cover to grip the shell of the MacBook Pro.

The two silicon pads on the bottom front shell help prevent the laptop from slipping when on a slick surface like a desk. The two retractable feet on the bottom rear of the shell elevate the back of the laptop a bit to make for a more comfortable typing position. I've had the silicon pads fall off and eventually they got lost and the rear legs have also fallen off a couple times and had to be replaced. That's why I've knocked a star off my rating.

The clear shell is actually translucent. It's very attractive in my opinion and lets the true color of the MacBook Pro shell come through. The lit Apple logo also shows through brightly through the case which I like.

The shell fits my MacBook Pro perfectly. The cover adds negligible weight and there is absolutely no play in the shell at all. I feel much more secure knowing that my MacBook Pro is being protected against scratches, and bumps.

Recommended.
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It will last
by Matthew Gerwin (5 out of 5 stars)
April 23, 2018

I originally bought this case on October 4, 2011, about short of a year when I bought a apple store brand case that this would replace cause it broke and the macbook in November 2010. Lesson learned dont waste another 40 bucks for apple store case. Back then I got this case for 19.99 plus shipping and handling for a even 25$. I just bought this one on March 30th, 2018. Only because the bottom half of the case the part that sits underneath finally broke after years of abuse. I bought this case and macbook when I was in the Marine Corps Reserve and a college student. So my macbook was always on the go. This case protected my macbook through college (i was an art student) so it was been in pottery classes, sculpture (metal and wood) classes, lithograph and printmaking techniques, and probably easier on it graphic design. It has also been on deployments with me from Okinawa, Japan to the mountains and deserts of California, the woods of West Virgina, and the swamps of Georgia. No matter where i go its rare not ot find me without my macbook. Sure overtime the little feet underneath broke off. So i replaced them with the binder clip handles you can see in the pictures. The little rubber feet also fell out overtime but i didn't care. I also dont care if my apple logo can be seen through the case. On the original one i bought you could see it. And the new one i just bought you can still see it. But i prefer to customize my case cover with stickers i acquire from buying stuff online or just cool ones i see in stores as you can see in the pics. What i like about this new case opposed to the old one is that it has a space cut out so you can put a computer lock on your macbook the old one, i had to cut it out of the case myself. I mean i have replaced my macbook charger now 3 times since buying it 7 some years ago. Each one costing me 80$, but this is the first I'm replacing the case and really just the bottom part cause it cracked. The only true difference is the bottom part of the new one has holes and slots while the old one had slots and just big cut out areas. Maybe the new design will make this bottom part stronger. I doubt the top part will ever give out but we shall see. Plus buying this now is even cheaper at 15.99$ with free shipping and handling, although I am prime amazon member so maybe that makes a diff but still. Plus back then and now you still get a free silicone keyboard cover which really came in handy for me. Lost the old one that came with this one years ago probably in art school somewhere. So it was nice to see they still include it. Again in my personal experience i believe this is worth the buy. Oh did I mention I have also dropped my macbook many times over the years with this case on it and everything stayed in tact and ran fine. Its not an otterbox but it has lasted longer then the ones on my phones.
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I wanted something like an otter case that would help prevent dents if ...
by AmericanConsumerX (5 out of 5 stars)
January 11, 2016

If you have an older macbook, there aren't alot of cases made for it period. This one fit my 2010 macbook. It's also difficult to find something that is clear and still allows me to see my mac (which I want) yet will help against drops. I'm not interested in preventing scratches, I wanted something like an otter case that would help prevent dents if it fell. There aren't many products like this for this make and model besides this. Its molding is really well and snaps on snugly, has port holes for venting and the fact that it has feet that help for underbody ventilation is clutch! Definitely worth the money.

update: 12/11/2016: I just wanted to again update that this thing is amazing. I've been using my laptop even more now because of school and so it's getting banged around a lot more and this thing protects it and since I use it for long periods of time, the built in feet (which is genius by the way) are great for raising it up to give it air ventilation and reduce overheating.

LOVE this thing.
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Snazzy!
by Dee Dee Mac (5 out of 5 stars)
April 25, 2012

This cover is easy to apply and looks great. It offers protection from scratches and dings and is eye catching too. It has fold down legs that allow you to elevate the back of the laptop for easier typing. The bottom is an open grid for full ventilation so I don't see where there would be a heat problem, especially when the legs are down. I did not order the keyboard protection because someone said it came with this hard shell case but mine did not come with one. On second thought though I can see where the open keyboard would help ventilation and I am just as pleased to not have that covered.

My Mac Pro still slips in and out of my laptop sleeve case without any problems.....that case is a snug fit and I thought this cover would make my Mac no longer fit but I need not have worried; it adds so little to the overall size of the laptop that it does not matter.

It is a very attractive red and adds an element of personalization with the added benefit of providing protection. That's a win-win in my book!
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Durable, Inexpensive, and Functional
by JustMy2¢ (5 out of 5 stars)
October 17, 2019

This is the fourth one I have bought for the family's macs. Only one I could find with the ability to raise the keyboard for comfortable typing. mPearl includes a bonus keyboard cover too. My original one from 2014 broke when an Appleâ„¢ Geek f'ed it up removing it. My oldest cover is now four years old and going strong. This design actually covers the rear corners of the MacBook unlike some others. Best of all you can get replacement parts from these guys...
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Wonderful case
by KtSeery (5 out of 5 stars)
July 12, 2017

My 1st aqua case lasted me 3 years on my mid-2012 15" macbook pro (non retina), but one of the pop up feet finally broke off. I decided that since it was reduced in price that I would just buy a new one. I did contact the seller about getting new feet, and they were willing to send me a one time replacement, but I figured a new one would last me a little longer. Very nice and quick to respond. Very happy with the company. I decided to go with the clear this time. When I originally bought it, you stuck the feet on (they were like stickers on one side), but this one they were already on which may mean they'll last longer. The rubber feet on the 1st case came off after a few weeks, but it wasn't a big deal for me.

Overall love the case and the company seemed great.
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Cheap and not worth the money
by haha_yeah,Top Contributor: Baby (2 out of 5 stars)
August 10, 2012

I bought this for my 15" MacBook Pro to protect the aluminum body. This cover is cheap and really thin. I was under the impression that it had the rubberized look and feel that Speck and Incase have, but no, it does not.

The top half that adheres to the screen does not fit properly. It bows outward and the two tabs on the longest side don't even grip/grab like the tabs on the shorter sides. The bottom half, with the ventilation holes, snapped into place and held nicely, but whenever I opened and closed my laptop, there was a creaking like noise. It sounds like the hinges creaking on an old door when it is opened and closed. I was wondering what was causing the noise and discovered that it is the two tabs that snap onto the back side, where the screen is attached and swings open and closed, were RUBBING AGAINST the piece that attaches the screen to the bottom half of my MBP!

I immediately took the bottom off and checked the areas that were being rubbed on my laptop and sure enough, there were shiny spots where the cover had rubbed against the area connecting the top half of the laptop with the bottom half. The only positives to this cover are that the pieces are easy to put on and pretty easy to take off. That's probably it because I anticipate the legs that lift the computer, so that heat can be dissipated, and rubber feet will break/fall off after a month or two.

It also comes with a free rubber/gel type of keyboard skin cover. It fits pretty snugly and well, but feels weird typing. If you've got the money get the keyboard cover skin made by Moshi Clearguard keyboard cover. If you can't shell out the money, I highly suggest the "UPPERCASE Ultra Thin Clear Soft TPU Keyboard Cover Skin for MacBook Pro 13 15 17 inch." That's the one I bought and love. You can check out the review I wrote for it.

I would return this piece of junk, but I've already put a sticker on it and don't want to have to deal with removing the residue just to get my $19.99 back. Come to think of it, you'll probably scratch the body of your laptop trying to take this and other hard shells (Speck, Incase, etc.) off. I'd rather not ruin the aluminum finish of my MBP. Don't waste your money.
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Great Buy -- Wonderful Product for a Great Price
by Hannah Muraski (5 out of 5 stars)
September 13, 2015

I have been using this hard shell case for almost two years with absolutely no issues. It's a bit scratched up from transporting it, but it is still 100% intact.

I've read reviews of hard shell cases that mentioned the feet/bottom of the cases scratching tables & desks and I haven't noticed anything like that with this case. The clips on the edges of the top and bottom shells hold it securely to my MacBook Pro and none of the clips have ever broken, however, I have only taken the case off a few times over the last couple years. Speaking of which, the case does a good job of keeping dust, hair, etc out and I very rarely have to take the case off to clean it and/or my laptop.

I'm so pleased with this product. When I am in the market for a new hard shell case, I will stick with this brand as long as it's around!
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Love it!
by Mozilla (5 out of 5 stars)
February 21, 2014

I got this case because it was cheap and still looked decent. The one at apple was like $60-80 and I already spent most of my money on the computer itself. I had a case like this for my last computer and it was perfect. I love this case. It is just like my last one! It snaps right on to the computer. It fits very, very well. You can't even tell it is there really. I like the little feet that pop out its wonderful for cafes and such. Also good if you are at a table and something spills there is less of a chance of it getting on or under your computer.
Helpful hint: Clean the outside of the computer before putting it on and once every 6 months. It can trap a little bit of dust. I eat, drink, paint and a bunch of other stuff, I also own a bunch of pets and drag my computer with me almost every where I go. So as you can imagine it collects stuff, but not much, even after 6 months there isn't much there to clean.

UPDATE: This case is still in wonderful condition and i love it! It has saved my computer countless times. Great buy and if I ever had to buy and new one or got a new computer I would get this case!
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Excellent for the price
by Amazon customer (4 out of 5 stars)
August 3, 2010

I thought I was ordering a cover for my new MacBookPro that would have a rubberized feel similar to the Speck covers, and was disappointed to find it was hard plastic with no rubberized exterior. I wanted this feature to make handling my laptop more secure (help to avoid it slipping out of my hands... I'm a teacher and cart my computer around with me all the time). At first I intended to return it, but decided to give it a try. Well, I love it! My laptop looks amazing, and the cover snapped on with no effort at all, fits nice and tight, like a second skin. All the ports are easily accessible, and the little feet feature really helps with ventilating the heat that laptops can generate with use.The big plus is the cost: half of what one of the Speck covers would have run me. Mine came with the keyboard cover, which adds a pretty look to the keyboard, and using my laptop off and on all day at school, plus carting it home for use there, it can get quite dirty over time. The silicone cover stays put and will keep my keyboard clean and dust free. All-in-all I am very happy with my purchase. May even buy another color to switch out for fun. At this price, why not?

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