As an advertising junkie, I honestly enjoy watching the Super Bowl Commercials over the actual game (unless the Chargers are playing). This year’s advertising ensemble was as good as year’s past but not the most memorable. The Doritos commercials were pretty funny, and the Betty White (Snicker’s) Ad was hilarious.
However, my favorite ad was from Audi. The Green Police Ad was brilliant. It was funny, totally over the top, however still demonstrated how Clean Diesel is good for the environment.
Many corporations are going green these days, and Mobile Edge is leading the way in the Laptop Bag category by introducing their new Sorona™ Material from Dupont® which is derived from corn. Look for new products to arrive this Spring using this Eco-Friendly material.
In the meantime, here is the Audi Green Police Ad from the Super Bowl. Enjoy!
Ten tips to make your trip through the airport security checkpoint easier on everyone
By Scott Carmichael, Gadling Travel Editor
Flying can be a stressful way to spend your day, especially if you only fly once or twice a year. Reports of terror attempts and airport evacuations don’t make things any better. Thankfully, if you follow some simple tips, your trip through the checkpoint can be really simple, allowing you more time to enjoy the dreadful airport food, or to waste your money at the airport duty free shop.
We’ve gathered ten tips that can make your checkpoint experience as stress-free as possible. Not just for you, but for the hundreds of others trying to make it to the other side of the checkpoint at the same time.
Are you an “amateur” traveler? Were you allowed to carry box cutters and knives the last time you took a flight? Then chances are you are not up to date on the latest airport security rules. It is nothing to be ashamed of. In fact, a prepared traveler is a rare breed, so consider yourself lucky that you are showing an interest in it.
The best starting point (other than this article) is of course the TSA web site. Their “what to know before you go” has the nitty-gritty on airport security, prohibited items and of course their own tips on getting through security as efficiently as possible.
Invest in a Checkpoint Friendly Laptop Bag
If you regularly pass through the checkpoint with a laptop, do yourself a favor and invest in a checkpoint friendly laptop bag. These bags are specially designed to fold open, allowing the x-ray machine a clear unobstructed view of your computer. They cost about 25% more than a normal laptop bag.
The advantage of a TSA friendly laptop bag is obvious - you don’t need to take your laptop out of its bag, greatly reducing the risk of damage. It also shaves about 30 seconds off your trip through the checkpoint. A good place to find a large assortment of checkpoint friendly bags is Mobile Edge. This company makes stylish bags for men and women, with bags starting at just $49.95.
Frisk *yourself* Before you even think about stepping into the security line, frisk yourself. Really - run your hands up and down all your pockets, front and back. Remove anything metallic, and you’ll reduce the risk of missing that loose change or pocket knife. Don’t just assume the metal detector will find it for you.
Find the right line
Many airports have introduced separate TSA lanes for the different kind of traveler. The black or diamond lane is for the experienced traveler. These lanes won’t have as many staff members assisting you. The casual traveler lane may have someone helping point out the bins, and the family/medical liquid lane is where you’ll get the most help. Especially if you are traveling with kids, you’ll want to pick the green lane. Sadly, not all airports have adopted this system.
The lanes are not a contest - don’t worry if you need to go to the casual traveler lane, because picking the right lane will make life easier on you, and your fellow passengers.
The ever so popular ScanFast Element Briefcase was featured in a travel article posted in the February 15th, 2010 of Canadian Business, a well known business periodical in Canada. The stylish look of the Checkpoint Friendly ScanFast Briefcase makes this one of the hottest TSA compliant laptop bag on the market designed specifically for women. Mobile Edge leads the category in offering the most styles of TSA compliant laptop bags designed exclusively for women.
Now Mobile Edge products are offered in Canada, and Canadians are catching on to the ScanFast Collection of Checkpoint Friendly Laptop Bags. These specially designed laptop bags are made to move travelers through airport security checkpoints without having to remove their laptops from their cases.
NBC has had a tough time recently in their ratings, specifically with their Late Show talent Jay Leno and Conan O’Brien. However, their hip new Spy Show called Chuck has helped NBC take some of the ratings they were missing out on back. In fact, NBC brought back Chuck earlier than originally planned due to its popularity.
If you have ever watched the show, you know it’s light hearted with a fun and cool element mixed in. Make sure you watch out for what carrying case Chuck uses. He likes the new Mobile Edge ScanFast Messenger Bag and will use it on several upcoming episodes. His co-star also uses the Mobile Edge ScanFast Element Briefcase in Pink. She even uses our new Sumo Professional Briefcase in a few shots.
Make sure you watch the new series tonight on NBC. Click here for more information about the show.
CES may be over but the sting in my wallet still lingers and not from the casino tables, but from Delta airlines! As we all know traveling is getting more and more expensive as well as time consuming. Delta has announced that they are raising their pricing for checking bags in to $23 for the first checked bag and $32 for the second checked bag.
However, you don’t have to be a sucker and these three bags will not only fit into the overhead compartment to avoid luggage fees, they’re also TSA approved and they are pretty stylish too. Now I only wish that the TSA knew themselves what bags they really approved of.
Mobile Edge TSA ScanFast Onyx Checkpoint Friendly Backpack – Just because we are done with school that doesn’t mean you can’t still backpack it and look professional. Mobile Edge has a wide range of TSA friendly bags meant to get you in and out security fast and be big enough to cram all your junk into it.
CES, Las Vegas, – Jan. 7, 2009 – Mobile Edge, the industry leader in innovative and stylish laptop computer carrying cases and travel accessories has released four new Sumo Camo Messenger Bags. The exterior material utilizes a random mix of the Sumo logo in various sizes and colors to create a one of a kind urban camouflage pattern.
This new Messenger Bag Collection is both innovative and stylish. Unclasp the main flap and you reveal an ergonomic full length pocket, angled similar to the front pocket of your favorite jeans. The adjustable padded computer compartment allows you to tailor the bag to carry a 9” Netbook or up to a 16” PC Laptop or 17” MacBook Pro.
“We feel our design team has created the ultimate Messenger Bag,” said G. David Cartwright, President & CEO, Mobile Edge. “This new Collection will continue to expand the laptop case category while complementing our existing Mobile Edge and Sumo branded product lines.”
Other unique features include a padded shoulder strap that is adjustable on both sides of the bag. This means it does not matter if you are left or right handed, you can easily adjust the strap on the go without taking the bag off your shoulder.
“Our goal was to maintain the basic characteristics of a traditional messenger bag, but make it more compatible for everyday use off of a bicycle,” said Jim Hart, Sumo’s Founder, “our design is loaded with pockets and other features the average laptop carrying case user is looking for, while keeping it colorful and distinctly SUMO.”
The Sumo Messenger Bag Collection comes in four colors, Blue, Red, Silver and Pink Camo, all with a SRP of $79.99 and backed by a Lifetime Warranty.
Mobile Edge and Sumocontinue to expand the laptop carrying case category by offering new, innovative and smart designs that fuse fashion trends with form and function, creating a brand that makes a positive statement about today’s mobile computing lifestyle.
It’s New Year’s Eve and the Team at Mobile Edge would like to wish a Happy New Year to all of our customers. 2009 was an interesting year full of turbulent news sprinkled in with some good news (excluding Tiger Woods).
As we look forward to 2010, we would like to wish you a safe and prosperous New Year!
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Now is the time to invest in a TSA compliant Laptop Case. With all of the new screening procedures, being prepared when traveling is essential. A CNN report states that all Canadian flights entering the U.S. are now limiting what passengers carry-on. Luckily passengers are still able to carry-on laptop computers.
Click here to get a new ScanFast Laptop Case from Mobile Edge which are 100 percent TSA compliant. According to TSA officials, the ScanFast Collection of Checkpoint Friendly Laptop Bags are still approved to pass through airport screening checkpoints. Here is a CNN article regarding security restrictions.
(CNN) — Canada is immediately limiting carry-on items for flights to the United States in the aftermath of a failed terror attack on a Northwest Airlines flight.
“Effective immediately, U.S.-bound passengers are not allowed to bring carry-on bags into the cabin of the aircraft, with some exceptions,” said a statement from Transport Canada.
According to the agency, carry-ons will be limited to medication or medical devices, small purses, cameras, coats, infant-care items, laptop computers, containers carrying life-sustaining or special-needs items, musical instruments, or diplomatic or consular bags. Crutches, canes and walkers also are permitted.
“These measures are expected to be in place at least for several days,” Transport Canada said.
Traveling with your laptop is not always the easiest thing to do, especially when passing through airport security checkpoints. Not only do you have to take off your shoes, jacket, belt, empty your pockets, take out your cell phone and wallet. It can be overwhelming the more items you have.
Well Mobile Edge has helped solve at least one of your your worries with their ScanFast Collection of Laptop bags that are Checkpoint Friendly. Now when traveling you no longer have to remove your laptop from your case when using one of these TSA compliant laptop cases.
The simple butterfly design makes it super easy to use. When passing through security checkpoints, simply unzip the laptop case all the way down on both sides, lay the bag flat and place it one the X-Ray belt as seen in the photo above. When you get to the other side of the security screening area, pick up your bag and away you go.
Of course you still have to put your shoes, belt and other items back on. However saving the hassle of not removing your laptop from your bag, priceless…
Posted by Greg May, Technology Editor, Truly Obscure
Messenger bags come in all shapes, sizes, and styles. The best ones combine durable materials, flexible compartments, attractive or eye-catching design, and plenty of space. In the case of Mobile Edge, they almost take it overboard with the Sumo Laptop Messenger Bag.
Able to fit MacBooks up to 17 inches and PCs laptops up to 16 inches wide, this is a very large bag. Available directly from Mobile Edge in three color choices- red, pink, or silver, the pattern is eye-catching even if folks miss the sumo wrestlers at first (elephants seemed to be what many people saw).
Straps- both hand and shoulder- were comfortable but not overly-padded, stitching was sturdy and we liked the extra sumo details on the zippers and straps. Interior pocket space was excellent, including a couple of hidden spots, and our valuable computers felt safe in the corduroy-lined compartment, which was quite adjustable.
Made from ballistic nylon, we liked the reflective material for road safety when walking or biking. One side pouch was nicely netted, offering a space for a small beverage (larger ones won’t fit though).
At $55 or less, though, this is a pretty neat option with plenty of space for even the heftiest laptop and still room to spare. Mobile Edge, we’ve got our eye on you now, hidden sumo wrestlers or not.
Traveling with your laptop is not always the easiest thing to do, especially when passing through airport security checkpoints. Not only do you have to take off your shoes, jacket, belt, empty your pockets, take out your cell phone and wallet. It can be overwhelming the more items you have.
Able to fit MacBooks up to 17 inches and PCs laptops up to 16 inches wide, this is a very large bag. Available directly from Mobile Edge in three color choices- red, pink, or silver, the pattern is eye-catching even if folks miss the sumo wrestlers at first (elephants seemed to be what many people saw).