Should you pick up a new case alongside your 16-inch MacBook ProBest answer: If you have something like a hardshell case or a carrying sleeve for your MacBook Pro, chances are the new 16-inch MacBook Pro won't fit in it. But it will probably still fit in most laptop bags, backpacks, and carry-on luggage.
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The 16-inch MacBook Pro won't fit in your existing hardshell case
If you're thinking of upgrading to the new 16-inch MacBook Pro from a 15-inch model, and you have some kind of hardshell case or other protection that fits snugly against the body of the MacBook, you should know that your case won't fit the 16-inch MacBook Pro. The new computer is a bit larger all around than previous models, and so you'll need to wait if you want this sort of protection for your MacBook Pro.
This also applies to many notebook sleeves, including Apple's own leather sleeve. Because many such items are built not to be much bigger than the ...
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Should you pick up a new case alongside your 16-inch MacBook Pro