Speck Smartshell Case for MacBook Air 15 Inch (2023) - Scratch Protection, Slim MacBook Case, Slide Prevention - Clear/Sweater Grey

UPDATE: I reached out to SPECK, and they actually warranty this case. So, if you're one of the many who have taken a chance on this and everything's fine, you're in the clear. But if something fails, rest assured this company stands behind their product—a rare thing these days.When I first reviewed this case, I focused on its function, style, and protection. In the beginning, that's what mattered most because you assume it will keep performing well. Sadly, that wasn't the case here.I've always liked SPECK; I raised both my kids with their iGuy iPad holders—best purchase ever, by the way. But while the iGuy is made of bouncy foam, this MacBook case is hard plastic, and the difference shows. My MacBook lives indoors and only shuffles between my home office, the couch, and occasionally, a padded briefcase for trips to dance recitals, etc.Right away, the bottom developed two hairline cracks, even though I always work with a pillow on my lap. Then the top started to spider out from the corner. Initially, I thought, "Maybe it saved my laptop from damage I didn't notice," but there's nowhere it could've taken a hit, except maybe when placing it on my wooden desk or tucking it into its padded briefcase compartment.It's more rigid and less flexible than I'd like, and those clean, elegant lines? Well, they're not so elegant anymore. My MacBook now looks a bit worn down and not so snazzy—all within just a few months. When the cracks go all the way through, I'll be on the hunt for something new. But for now, I'll give SPECK their due—they stand by their name and their products too.

Broke right away. Already ordered this item twice, at first I thought it was a user problem but then, the second one broke easily as well. Amazon is not helpful at all with problems with the product.

I purchased this after getting a new MacBook Air this year. I am not the type to raw dog a MacBook without some kind of protection. This case is great and worth the money. The quality is fantastic and it is on the thinner side which does not make the MacBook thicker. This will definitely protect your MacBook at an average fall of about 3 feet.

Just bought a new MacBook Air and needed a protective shell. This case fit perfect! In addition, it feels thicker than ones I have seen and stores and sturdy. Happy with my purchase!

I got one of the new 15" MacBook Airs and had a hard time finding a case. Finally found this one and recognized the brand. I've had one of these for a former Mac laptop. Adds a little bulk but a reasonable amount and does a great job. I literally scratched the crap out it a week after I got it. Thankful I had it and that scratch didn't end up on my MacBook!

The Speck Smartshell Case was a huge disappointment. DO NOT BUY! I treat my laptop gently and use a protective sleeve, but still this case cracked within a month of use. I thought it was a fluke so I bought a new one and sure enough it cracked again. Now, a couple months in it has many chips and cracks and is barely hanging on. What a bummer. I plan on emailing Speck to get my money back.

The protection is good. The fit is perfect! I keep my laptop in a padded laptop bag or on my desk. The case corners crack so easy and barely 6 months in, the corners cracked so bad that it chipped the case. For the price, I do expect higher quality. Pretty bummed about the chipping already when it’s cautiously taken care of.

The case appears to be high in quality for the first few months of usage. The fit is great, no sharp edges, no yellowing. But just shy of 6 months, it started to crack at 3 spots on the top. The case has never had a fall or impact. The laptop is only used at home getting moved from one room to another, so it's not from getting transported in bags. For the price, I expected it to last for longer than 6 months.