Does it provide enough cushion for the laptop, to protect against a drop?
904650
The padding is thin foam, not like the hard case you might snap a smartphone into. So if you dropped the case & laptop onto a table I don't think there would be any harm done. But if you had it on a shelf and knocked it down to a hard floor it might not be enough protection. The padding is good for the ordinary bumps and knocking into things you might experience while commuting or moving through a crowded place with the bag slung over your shoulder. But I don't think it would be adequate protection for a significant fall from a high shelf.
904651
This case provides reasonable protection for the laptop under most conditions of travel. However, if you don't provide adequate care, or can't handle the laptop weight, the case may well fail to prevent damage to the laptop from a drop to a hard surface or other careless handling. I am very pleased with this carrying case.
904652
It appears to be well padded and the laptop is secure. Because it is a lighter bag, you are probably less likely to drop it; I've dropped others in the past because they were heavy. I haven't dropped this one yet so I don't know for sure.
1438582
It's great for the protection of your laptop. ... I've not dropped it though..lol...Not going to give it a test
420568
Funny you should ask :-).....that's exactly the reason I bought it. My daughter sets her laptop on it when she's in bed. That way, it doesn't overheat, and it doesn't fall on the floor. Perfect!
1725717
I haven't dropped mine but I wold certainly expect the impact to be cushioned or distributed through the case better due to the case, very happy with it!
802372
Sorry, no it doesn't provide the amount of protection that I was expecting for my wife's computer. Although she loved the look, it was not well padded.
481804
It's padded enough to protect it from short falls less than 4 feet. If it gets slammed down it won't protect it. I've dropped it form shoulder height and i'm 5'10" there was no damage. As for water I don't know if it was brief, I'd say yes
798308
Well I wouldn't say it was designed to protect against major falls, it's not padded in any way however I was glad to have it on when mine fell even though it landed on carpet not hard floor. My answer would be that it just might survive a fall depending on the impact but protecting the internals of your computer is another thing.
2091109
Doesn't add much weight, not enough to notice. It does make the laptop a TINY bit larger, enough that you might notice, but again... I felt was more than worth it for the protection, and feel. It makes the laptop very unique.
1728340
It will protect it from cracking/ breaking if it is dropped. However, it won't from direct impact to to the screen. If something heavy is dropped on it, (nothing will protect it then).
1255286
Sorry, I haven't tested a drop yet! However, it does seem to be a very protective case.
1203483
Yes. The back of the laptop compartment is padded. Laptop feels comfy and secure in there.
1294679
Yeah it is. Plus where you place the laptop is rubbery so your laptop wont fall off.
1412862
No. Also it's a bit floppy though secure, so I'd want to put padding around any computer. I use it for gym stuff, bike lock, lunch, wallet. Has nice side pockets for storage.
301608
I recommend something much more padded. If dropped it will not protect your computer. It is more for looks than anything. Hope that helps.
657953
There is no cushion on the inside of the lip. So far though I have not had my laptop scratched by the lip.
830210
Yes, it covers the corners so when dropped the screen doesn't touch the floor
1143172
No, it offers little protection against drops. Basically, protects against scratches only.