Mobile Edge has been making laptop cases, messenger bags, backpacks for students, travelers, professionals, and more since 2002. The company is now heading to Kickstarter to help bring their next backpack to market: the CORE Gaming Backpack designed for gamers by gamers.
“We’ve meticulously designed a gaming backpack the can carry the tools of the trade for professional gamers competing in the top eSports tournaments throughout the world,” said G. David Cartwright, Mobile Edge president & CEO. “And a backpack that every recreational gamer can use when gaming in clubs or at get together with friends. With the Mobile Edge CORE Gaming Backpack!, both pro and the casual gamer know their cool tech is protected from the bumps and bruises of travelling, accidental drops and harsh environments, and they have easy access to their gear because we’ve designed it that way. You want to give the ultimate gift to a gamer? That’s the CORE Gaming Backpack!”
The CORE Gaming Backpack has padded air-mesh shoulder straps, three large zippered storage compartments, four side accessory compartments, padded ventilated back panels, an external USB 3.0 Quick-Charge port with built-in charging cable (battery not included in base package), and even sports a velcro backpack panel for displaying your eSports event patches.
Additional features and specifications of the CORE Gaming Backpack include:
- Sized to hold all popular models of Gaming Laptops (up to 17” – 18”)
- Checkpoint-Friendly design to speed through TSA checkpoints
- Prewired universal power bank pocket for charging items in each section
- Quick-charge external USB 3.0 Charge Port with built-in charging cable.
- Three separate sections for laptop, tablet, accessories, & personal items.
- Organizer section provides pockets for pens, phone, business cards, keys, cables and other accessories.
- Separate poly-fleece lined iPad/Tablet/eReader pocket.
- Four zippered side accessory pockets for cables, gaming mouse, phone, large water bottles, etc…
- ScanFast™ Computer Compartment
- Ventilated Back Panel
- Integrated Tablet Pocket
- EZ Charge External USB Port
- Exterior Dimensions: 19.5” x 17” x 9”
- Max Computer Dimensions: 16.8” x 11.7” x 2”
- Weight: 4.2 lbs.
- Holds Computers Up To: 17.3”
- Warranty: Lifetime
With an MSRP of $129.99USD, the CORE Gaming Backpack can be snagged for as low as $75 through the Early Bird tier. For $120, you can get the backpack with a 5200mAh battery pack, and for $160, you can get it with Mobile Edge’s CORE Power Station which has USB-C output with integrated AC outlet and QC 3.0. Mobile Edge is looking to raise $30,000USD over the next month in their all-or-nothing campaign and is already off to a good start with just under $8,000 pledged already. Stretch goals include an accessory bag (at $75,000), and choice of a core gaming hat, t-shirt, accessories bag, or UrgentPower device charger (at $150,00 funded).
What do you think about the CORE Gaming Backpack? Check out the full press release below, check out the Kickstarter campaign, and let us know in the comments below or on Google+, Twitter, or Facebook.
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Looking for the ultimate gift for the Gamer? Mobile Edge has it with new CORE Gaming Backpack
Gamers for Gamers Designed and Tested CORE Backpack offers the pinnacle of transport, protection, & access to cool tech
ANAHEIM, CA AUGUST 21, 2017 — Back to school is upon us; weather is starting to change and the holidays are right around the corner … take a deep breath. Mobile Edge, an industry leader in innovative and stylish cases and accessories for mobile gaming and computing, has the holidays covered for the gamer in your life. The ultimate gift — the CORE Gaming Backpack is here, thanks to a recently launched Kickstarter campaign — the first for Mobile Edge. Designed, prototyped and tested by gamers for gamers, the CORE Gaming Backpack provides the pinnacle of transport, protection and easy access to the gamers’ laptop, controllers, video games, accessories … all their cool tech, and more!
The CORE Gaming Backpack is the first product offered in Mobile Edge’s new lineup of gaming products. To support this effort, the CORE Gaming Backpack is available from now through September 21, with exclusive perks such as Early Bird Pricing of $75 (MSRP $129.99), at www.kickstarter.com. In addition, program backers can select from an additional 10 funding levels to back the CORE Gaming Backpack Kickstarter program, which has an overall goal to raise $30,000. There are some great give ideas here too!
“We’ve meticulously designed a gaming backpack the can carry the tools of the trade for professional gamers competing in the top eSports tournaments throughout the world,” said G. David Cartwright, Mobile Edge president & CEO. “And a backpack that every recreational gamer can use when gaming in clubs or at get together with friends. With the Mobile Edge CORE Gaming Backpack!, both pro and the casual gamer know their cool tech is protected from the bumps and bruises of travelling, accidental drops and harsh environments, and they have easy access to their gear because we’ve designed it that way. You want to give the ultimate gift to a gamer? That’s the CORE Gaming Backpack!”
The CORE Gaming Backpack is the ultimate product for gamers, the person on the go, and for holiday gift-givers. The CORE Backpack offers three large storage sections that are pre-wired for a power bank or external battery. Four side accessory pockets are perfect for cables, phone, a gaming mouse or oversized water bottles. There is also an external USB charge port built into the pack that provides instant power to your phone or other device. Place your power bank into the universal power pocket and connect the internal USB cable, then just plug your phone or other device into the external USB charge port for instant power while you are on the go.
About Mobile Edge
Founded in 2002, Anaheim-based Mobile Edge provides durable and protective laptop cases, messenger bags, backpacks, and more for busy travelers, students, professionals, and gamers. Mobile Edge is known for its innovative and stylish designs, superior-quality, lifetime warranty, and commitment to customer satisfaction. Many leading computer manufacturers rely on Mobile Edge to design and build custom cases for their products.
