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Apple fans - today is the day! The day to pick up the New iPad (or iPad 3 as some may call it). Technophiles are lined up at Apple stores and Best Buys across the country waiting to get their hands on this new device. If you were one of them, now that you have your New iPad, you’ll need a case to protect it. Afterall, you don’t want to see your investment ruined by scratches, scrapes, and bumps.

At eBags, we’re happy to announce that we have created a whole category of cases for the New iPad. The category includes cases specifically designed for the iPad 3 like the STM Bags Grip for iPad 3rd Generation and the STM Bags Skinny 3 for iPad 3rd Generation. The STM Bags Skinny 3 features an auto on-off front covers that wakes up the iPad and puts it to sleep. You’ll love the hard shell back with soft lining for enhanced protection and the foldable front cover for both typing and viewing modes. The STM Bags Grip is similar to the Skinny 3 in that it has the auto on-off front cover, hardshell back, and soft micro-suede lining. The Grip also has an integrated kickstand with two settings for typing and viewing.

You’ll also find many other cases in our iPad 3 cases category that are designed to hold many iPads but will fit the dimensions of the New iPad. Check out our favorites below.

STM Bags Skinny 3	STM Bags Grip	Timbuk2 Slim Sleeve for New iPad	ECO STYLE Saigon Case for New iPad
ClaireChase iPad Briefcase	Targus CityGear Mini	Jill-E E-GO Tablet Messenger	Booq Taipan Spacesuit for iPad

We’ve posted about fashionable iPad cases before, but we couldn’t pass up the opportunity to showcase some of our new iPad cases that will protect your iPad in style.

	It’s an iPad case. It’s a purse. It’s both. The ECO STYLE Bordeaux iPad Case has an embossed quilting pattern on the faux-leather exterior, a beautiful chain strap (chain straps are trendy for spring), and internal organization for cards, a pen or stylus, and, of course, your iPad.
	Bling up your iPad with the Urban Expressions Sequins Tablet Case. Available in 6 colors all covered in sequins, this iPad case is perfect for both 1st and 2nd generation iPads. It’s also a great eco-friendly case because it’s made from vegan leather.
	Combine your love for Vespa with the protection of a case with the Vespa Scooter iPad Sleeve. It features cool Vespa art on the exterior, Vespa zipper pulls, and a raised rubber logo.
	The same sophisticated style that plaid lends to handbags is now available in an iPad case. The Jill-E E-GO Tablet Messenger bag is perfect for carrying your iPad from place to place. It also can hold many combinations of daily essentials including compact camera, notebook, water bottle, umbrella, flip-flops, snacks, wallet, keys, makeup, and more.
	Are you a Vera Bradley fan? Now you enjoy the latest prints in an iPad case with the Vera Bradley Tablet Sleeve. This particular style is in Ellie Blue, a blue and gold design inspired by exotic destinations. The inside features a pocket with name card.

Tech geek or eco-sleek? How about both?

The Eco Traveler 18” Checkpoint Friendly Solar Backpack combines the functionality you want in a laptop backpack with eco-friendly charging capability for your cell phone, GPS, iPod, and more.

This dual compartment backpack is perfect for commuting back and forth to work, but it is ideal for travel. It is designed to be TSA checkpoint friendly which means you can go through airport security without having to take your laptop completely out of the bag. On top of that, as the name suggests, this backpack features solar panels, rechargeable battery, and a power capacity that allows you to charge your Blackberry, Android, iPhone, iPod, GPS device, and more in an eco-friendly way. No more dead phones and other devices when you’re away from home. Other accessories included are an AC wall plus for normal charging and multiple connectors. Please note, though, this backpack does not charge a laptop.

Of course the Eco Traveler 18” Checkpoint Friendly Solar Backpack offers additional features for function and comfort that you’d expect from any backpack. Padded adjustable backpack straps make carrying this pack more comfortable while multiple organizers and exterior pockets give you the room you need to carry all your tech and business essentials.

Get the Eco Traveler 18” Checkpoint Friendly Solar Backpack at eBags.com - on sale for a limited time!

With a name like the Jill-E E-GO Tablet Messenger, you know that this bag is designed to hold most tablets, but this messenger style handbag also fits the new Kindle Fire making it a really cute and functional Kindle Fire purse. The separate sleeve protects your device while additional interior compartments hold your cell phone and other personal items like your compact camera, notebook, wallet, keys, and makeup.

Available in two colors of sophisticated plaid print, you’ll love how the Jill-E E-GO Tablet Messenger dresses up casual outfits and complements businesswear. Plus, its structured, flap-over style is totally trend-right for winter/spring. So it’s not only a functional Kindle Fire purse, it’s also a fashionable everyday handbag.

Get the Jill-E E-GO Tablet Messenger today at eBags.com before it sells out. Or see more trendy Jill-E bags including fashion camera bags and device cases.

We may not all agree on what phone, tablet, eReader, or computer is best, but there’s one thing we all can say without a doubt; it’s frustrating when your device is dead and you’re nowhere near a power source or you’ve forgotten your power adapter. Well, the folks over at ful have a solution for this common problem.

Meet Powerbag by Ful. Powerbags are bags that are equipped with a charging system that is designed to charge or top off eReaders, tablets, cell phones, iPads, netbooks, and other electronic devices when you’re on the go. They are available in several styles including backpacks, messenger bags, and slings which means you can not only charge your device, you can also carry other daily and work essentials in these bags.

How do Powerbags work? Simple. Plug the bag into the wall outlet to charge it. Ful recommends plugging the bag in and letting it fully charge on first use as well. An indicator on the outside of the bag lets you know just how much power you have left. Then, grab the bag and go and when you’re ready to charge your device, plug it in to one of the connectors. The charging system in this bag includes a battery, Apple connector, Micro- and Mini-USB connectors, and a USB port which means that you can connect and charge hundreds of mobile device types.

How well do Powerbags charge? Well, if the reviews from Laptop Magazine, Mac Life, The New York Times, and MSNBC are any indication, they work very well. Powerbag by ful was even an International CES Innovations 2012 Design and Engineering Awards Honoree. The bags can charge up to 4 devices at once anywhere, anytime and can boost the average smartphone at least 2X.

See the entire Powerbag by ful collection at eBags.com. Powerbags also make great gifts for gadget-lovers, techies, and frequent travelers.

Amazon’s Kindle Fire is quite possibly one of the hottest gifts this season and there’s certainly no mystery why. By combining new technology, a good price, and a great brand name, Amazon has ensured that their tablet will be on just about every gadget-lover’s wishlist.

If you’re buying someone a Kindle Fire this season or you’ve received one as a gift, the next step is to protect the device with a case. There are several styles of Kindle Fire cases including bags, sleeves, and covers each with their own features and advantages, but aside from these types, it’s important to consider the look of the case. Afterall, you just invested in a new device that not only has cool functions, but also looks cool. Don’t settle for a boring case.

At eBags, we carry a wide variety of Kindle Fire cases including our favorites below that are more fashionable and stylish. If you’re looking for cute Kindle Fire cases, start with these suggestions below and see more in our Kindle Fire Cases category.

Jill-E E-GO Tablet Messenger	Hadaki Pod	Vera Bradley Sleeve-Plum Petals
Fossil Penelope Tech Sleeve	Timbuk2 Kindle Fire Slim Sleeve	Nuo Molded Sleeve for Kindle Fire

With the huge selection of laptop bags available including traditional shoulder bags, laptop backpacks, laptop messengers, and totes, you might wonder why laptop sleeves are still made. However, they continue to be one of the most sought-after styles of computer bags today and with good reason. Laptop sleeves offer unique functionality for a variety of purposes.

Turn any bag into a laptop bag: With a laptop sleeve, you can turn a bag without a built-in laptop compartment into a laptop bag. That means if you’ve got a favorite messenger bag, designer tote, school backpack, or any other bag that you want to use as a laptop bag, you can do so simply by stashing your computer in a sleeve first and then placing that in your bag. Laptop sleeves without a handle are best for use with other bags.

Carry just the essentials without bulk: For the times when you simply want to take your laptop and a few accessories like the power adapter with you, a laptop sleeve is an ideal choice. The laptop sleeve provides adequate protection for your computer without the bulk of a traditional laptop bag. Laptop sleeves with handles are a great choice in this scenario.

For smaller mobile devices: A sleeve is an ideal choice when you want to carry and protect a smaller device while on the go. This includes tablets, netbooks, and especially iPads. While there are certainly full-featured bags that are designed to fit iPads and tablets, sleeves are a more popular choice because they offer protection from occasional bumps and scrapes without the unnecessary bulk.

Do you own a laptop sleeve? What do you use your sleeve for? Comment below and let us know.

So you got yourself a new eReader. Whether it’s a Nook, a Kindle, or some other device, you now need something to protect it so you can enjoy reading ebooks for years to come. Enter the eReader case.

There are many types of eReader cases from device specific cases to universal cases to covers that flip to become easels for easier viewing. There are also stylish cases which is what we’re going to focus on today.

Many eReader cases are made by brands that offer other device cases. Lately, many handbag brands like Vera Bradley are also moving into the eReader case space which is elevating the selection to new fashionable levels. That means if you’re looking for something out of the ordinary, now is a great time to find cute eReader cases.

At eBags, we carry a wide variety of cases, but below are our picks in cute eReader cases.

Lodis Siren E-Reader Envelope	Urban Junket Stella Device Bag for eReader	Vera Bradley e-Reader Sleeve-Mocha Rouge
BODHI Kindle Jacket	rooCASE MV Series Leather Case w/ Stylus for B&N Nook Color	Hadaki eReader Pod

Ever been caught out in the rain without an umbrella to shield your backpack or tote? Or how about that time you had to slam on the brakes and your backpack went flying off the seat and into the dash? In a perfect world, we would be able to avoid instances like these and keep our laptops safe. Many of us, however, are guilty of simply throwing our laptop into our bag on the way out the door and calling it good. This method is usually fine until your backpack suddenly goes tumbling off a table or chair, or you get caught in a sudden rainstorm with your laptop barely protected by a drenched bag. After having to get a cracked screen repaired or waiting in line at the Apple store for hours to repair water damage to your computer, you’ll probably be wishing you had a laptop sleeve.

Laptop sleeves are designed to protect your computer from damage caused by every-day actions, and are typically made from one of four materials: rubber, leather, synthetic fabric, or vinyl. Even if you carry your computer in your backpack, your laptop can still be damaged if something spills on your backpack and water seeps into your screen or hard drive. Rubber and leather styled sleeves are designed specifically to provide a water resistant layer around your laptop. Leather laptop sleeves tend to be of higher quality and are therefore a bit more expensive than other types. Synthetic and vinyl laptop sleeves come in a wide range of colors, patterns and styles and are typically inexpensive but made to be replaced more frequently than higher quality sleeves.

While all laptop sleeves are made to fit snugly around your computer and protect it from potential bumps and bruises, there certainly isn’t one universal design. Many designs offer a generic fit in order to fit a number of different computers, while others are made for specific models. While all are essentially designed to be placed in a larger bag, many models have detachable carrying straps so that the sleeve can be carried independently from a larger bag, some may have zippers as opposed to Velcro, and others may even have multiple pockets. Here are some of my favorite laptop sleeves for back to school, broken down by  caregory. Enjoy!

Basic Sleeves with no Pockets or Shoulder Strap

I love these laptop sleeves by cinda b and caselogic because they are both simple and sleek while allowing you to showcase your personal style. I personally own the cinda b sleeve and I absolutely love it- I get compliments on it all the time! These sleeves are just 2 examples of the hundreds of sleeves you can choose from to protect your laptop and make a statement at the same time!

Sleeves with Shoulder Straps

Laptop sleeves with shoulder straps are great because they can be used inside a larger bag if you have additional books or materials to carry, or they can be used alone if you only need to take your laptop and a few files or a notebook. Most have detachable shoulder straps so that the sleeve is more compact if used in a larger bag.

Sleeves with Pockets

Choosing a laptop sleeve with pockets is useful for carrying multiple electronics at once, or when you want to store your laptop, power cord, and other accessories all in one package. Laptop sleeves with multiple pockets are nice on long trips when you want to keep your notebook, ipod, headphones and adaptors all organized in one place.

Here are some of my Favorite Novelty Sleeves:

It might sound like an odd combination, but there are actually bags with speakers built in that allow you to enjoy tunes while on the go. If you’re having a picnic, enjoying a sunny day the beach, out gardening or working with tools, hiking, or simply want music while mobile, there’s a speaker bag for you.

Picnic Plus Cooladio Picnic Pak Cooler: Perfect for use on the beach, at a picnic, at the park, or anywhere where you want to enjoy snacks and tunes, this Cooladio combines a picnic basket and radio into one bag. It features a complete picnic set for 2, thermal foil insulation, and, of course, a built-in speaker. iPod/MP3/CD player audio input and cable included.

G-Tech Tune Time Tool Case: This tool bag has got it all including speakers. With 5 open pockets outside and 14 pockets inside, you’ve got plenty of room to organize your tools. Cell phone pocket, detachable shoulder strap, and soft gripped handles offer additional convenience. Built-in ultra-thin NXT speakers require 3 AA batteries (not included). Make your next project more fun by grabbing this tool bag with built in speakers and hooking up your iPod or MP3 player to hear your favorite music.

Bellino Sound Cooler: This clever cooler with built-in speakers can hold 24 cans which is perfect if you want to plug in your iPod or MP3 player and enjoy some tunes when hanging out at the park, in the backyard, or while tailgating. A side mesh pocket and dual front zip pockets hold additional items. Requires 4 AA batteries. This cooler is also prop 65 compliant.

G-Tech Music Messenger: Whether you’re on campus or simply on the go, this messenger bag with built in speakers is perfect for carrying all your essentials and playing your favorite songs. Connect your laptop, iPod, or other audio device to the built-in speakers to enjoy music and sound. A padded laptop compartment, numerous organizer pockets, zip pockets under the flap, water bottle pocket on the side, and zip pocket on the back offer room for all your gear. Speaker requires 3 AA batteries (not included).

G-Tech The Revolution iPod Backpack: Listen to music through the speakers or privately through your headphones with this MP3 backpack. Ultra-thin NXT internal speaker requires 3 AA batteries (not included) and allow you to connect your iPod or MP3 player and listen to tunes while on campus, traveling, on the trail, or just on the go. An innovative 5 button system located on the back strap allow you to control your audio device while it’s stowed. A laptop compartment and numerous pockets offer a lot of organization and storage options.