September 12, 2008 9:39 AM PDT

Tom Bihn TSA-approved bag a laptop-lugger's dream

by Joshua Goldman
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(Credit: Tom Bihn)

In August, the TSA started allowing travelers who use laptop bags designed to certain specifications (see below or visit the site) to pass through security scanning without pulling the laptop out of their bag. I don't believe for a second that this will stop screeners from making you remove your laptop, but here's hoping.

Manufacturers, of course, took advantage of the new regulations to release bags that meet the requirements. (You probably needed a new bag anyway, right?) Computerworld rounded eight of them up to see which bag would not only zip you through security, but not leave longing for pockets, padding, and Velcro closures.

Prices ranged from $49.95 to $225 with its favorite being the $220 Tom Bihn Checkpoint Flyer Briefcase, winning for the bag's "good looks, expert pocketry, and three hinged compartments that fold up into a compact case."

(Credit: TSA)

Josh Goldman is a senior editor for CNET Reviews, covering digital cameras, camcorders, and related bits and pieces, along with writing the occasional laptop or software review. He doesn't have a podcast, newsletter, or CNET TV show, but you can follow him on Twitter if that's something you do. E-mail Josh.
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