Targus CityLite 14-Inch Laptop Briefcase - Padded Shoulder Messenger Bag for Business & Travel, Black (CVR400) | Perfect for Office Commute, Business Trips & Daily Work Essentials

This case is of very high quality. There is padding around the entire bag. Total, there is about one inch of padding on each side of where the notebook is stored.The clips that allow the bag to be hung around the shoulder are metal so they will not break off in the future after long use. Although metal clips sound like a small detail, they are really very important: in the past, my notebook case had a plastic clip that broke off as I was swinging the case over my shoulders; don't let this happen to you. All the zippers on the case are made of metal as well. If the metal clips or the zippers break, the case is backed by a lifetime warranty. Thank you Targus!The pocket that holds the notebook is very well padded. I have a Dell Inspiron 2200 with a 14.1 inch screen that fits very nicely. The case can probably hold notebooks up to 15 inches with no problems. The pocket that holds the notebook also has a small Velcro strip that goes across the notebook after it is put in. The zipper on the notebook pocket has two holes that a lock can go through.There are 4 separate zippered compartments total. One is designed to hold papers and folders but is not large enough for a binder. One holds the notebook. The other two pockets can hold cables, a mouse, and other miscellaneous objects. I always carry my notebook, a mouse, a mouse pad, an Ethernet cable, iPod, iPod charger, iPod cable, notebook power adapter, and a USB flash drive and I still have space for more.The price that Amazon has is a steal. Other cases of this quality will easily run $50 or more.PS. The bag is not waterproof for those who want to know.Pros* Lifetime warranty* Metal clips and zippers* Good amount of padding all around* Lots of space* Has Velcro straps on the inside in logical spots* Excellent price (free shipping also)Cons* Not waterproofI was mislead by a person who bought this. I looked at the dimensions but he/she stated it held their laptop with a 15 inch monitor. My monitor is only 14 inches and the computer does not fit.On the bright side, its very neatly made. I couldn't believe my laptop didn't fit. I was going to send it back, but being a seamtress, I cut down the side and put preglued fabric to cover where I cut. I also made my own velcro strap going around the side to keep the padding down on the sides of the laptop.I have to say I was dissapointed I had to do this, but when people give phony writeups about bigger sizes fitting I want to warn the next person. Your laptop CANNOT be any bigger then smaller than a 14 inch screen. Yeah... like who makes them that small anymore unless you go for big bucks.I have a B130 Dell to give you an idea of what size DOES not fit.The title says notebook case, but this is way more than you would expect. It has a huge amount of space for such a compact case. Everything that would fit in a standard backpack would most likely fit in this with your notebook. My notebook is a 15.4" widescreen and it tucks in the pouch like a glove. I feel like its custom made for it. Targus designed this bag really well. It has lots of padding all around, and since the notebook pouch is placed in the center, whatever books, paper, and items around it would give it extra protection. Exterior is stylish and very attractive and there are two ways to carry it around: shoulder strap or a double handle. It also looks good enough to be used professionally around the office or just a visit to your local coffee shop.I highly recommend this case to anyone that needs to carry their notebook around or just another backpack to haul your stuff around. It is definitely worth the price especially with Amazon's free super saver shipping.I just received this so can't say much about it other than first impressions. I bought this for my work laptop (Dell Latitude E7450). The padding is only on one side of the laptop section and not very thick, but it is in the middle of the case so the other pockets add some protection. The pocket has room for two laptops (and why do they insist on making it so that you can't adjust the length of the holding strap?). Very roomy througout. The clips and rings for the shuolder strap are plastic so I'm wondering how long they'll hold up. For the price not bad.Don't let the price fool you, this is a quality notebook case. I've traditionally used a larger leather briefcase, but I wanted a lighter case to use on occassion. I've been so pleased it has replaced my heavier case. My wife borrowed the case for one of her trips and I never got it back; I had to go out and buy a new one.My laptop is well protected in the padded central section. The carrying straps show no sign of distress, I've had problems with other bags' straps breaking at the clips.I've had the case for ~6 months, use it daily and I'm very pleased with the quality.*** UPDATED August 2011 ***It's almost five years later and I'm still using this briefcase. I carry a laptop and papers to work five days a week, use this when I fly, haul it to my kid's soccer games. This is an amazing value. Nothing is broken, faded, or ripped. I'm guessing I could use it another five years without issue.Tha handle came unstitched after 1week told Amazon not a reply