Company:Maclocks

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Short description: Computer security lock products
Maclocks
TypePrivate company
IndustryMobile computing accessories
Founded1986; 38 years ago (1986)
Headquarters
Santa Fe Springs, California
,
United States
Area served
Worldwide
OwnerCompulocks Brands Inc.
Websitewww.maclocks.com

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Maclocks are a line of computer security lock and display products that focuses on security for Apple products.[1][2] The brand was first released in 1986[3] and is manufactured by Compulocks.[4]

History

The Maclocks product line was introduced by Compulocks in 1986.[3]

In 2011, Maclocks announced a security sleeve lock for the MacBook Air.[5][6] Maclocks released the first locking system for the MacBook Pro with Retina Display in 2012.[7][8] In 2013, Maclocks introduced iMac locks that protect RAM panels.[9] In 2015, Maclocks security systems for tablets and display kiosks were added to Tech Data's commercial portfolio in the Spanish market.[4]Maclocks also released a universal anti-theft lock for the MacBook Pro in 2018.[10][11]

Products

One product Maclocks is known for is the Blade, a universal lock that can be used on any device without the need for slots.[12][13][14]

Another product Maclocks is known for is the Ledge, a lock slot adapter that is compatible with most Macbooks.[15][14][16]

Maclocks also produced secure cases or sleeves that encase physically protect laptops that do not have slots for standard locks[6][1][17][18] and security cable locks that attach to computers' power supply connectors.[19][20]

In addition to products for Mac laptops, the Maclocks brand also releases security products such as cable locks and cases for iPads.[21][22] Maclocks has also released security products that protect computers' RAM panels[9] and security stands for displaying computers or tablets at retail kiosks.[3][23][24]

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Hutsko, Joe; Boyd, Barbara; Feiler, Jesse; Sahlin, Doug (9 January 2020). Macs All-In-One For Dummies (5th ed.). Wiley. ISBN 9781119607984. https://books.google.com/books?id=eBLADwAAQBAJ. Retrieved 14 August 2021. 
  2. ↑ Breen, Christopher (19 August 2014). "Five ways to keep your student's digital life safe". https://www.macworld.com/article/223962/five-ways-to-keep-your-students-digital-life-safe.html. 
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Bookwalter, J.R. (11 February 2016). "Maclocks Grip and Dock iPad Security Stand review: Rugged iPad convenience". https://www.macworld.com/article/227377/maclocks-grip-and-dock-ipad-security-stand-review-rugged-ipad-convenience.html. 
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 "Tech Data suma a su portfolio los sistemas de seguridad Maclocks para tablets, displays y kioscos digitales" (in Spanish). 18 February 2015. https://www.digitalavmagazine.com/2015/02/18/tech-data-suma-a-su-portfolio-los-sistemas-de-seguridad-maclocks-para-tablets-displays-y-kioscos-digitales/. 
  5. ↑ Chartier, David (24 March 2011). "Maclocks announces security lock for MacBook Air". https://www.macworld.com/article/211412/macbook-air-security-lock.html. 
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 Castro, Salva (26 March 2011). "Maclocks para el MacBook Air" (in Spanish). https://www.applesfera.com/accesorios/maclocks-para-el-macbook-air. 
  7. ↑ Kessler, Topher (2 July 2012). "Maclocks makes first Retina MacBook locking mechanism". https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/maclocks-makes-first-retina-macbook-locking-mechanism/. 
  8. ↑ Bell, Killian (2 July 2012). "The New Maclocks MacBook Pro Security Case Helps You Say Goodbye To The Kensington Lock". https://www.cultofmac.com/176661/the-new-maclocks-macbook-pro-security-case-helps-you-say-goodbye-to-the-kensington-lock/. 
  9. ↑ 9.0 9.1 Bell, Killian (10 July 2013). "Maclocks Lock For iMac Prevents Your RAM From Being Stolen For Just $50". https://www.cultofmac.com/235129/maclocks-lock-for-imac-prevents-your-ram-from-being-stolen-for-just-50/. 
  10. ↑ Sellers, Dennis (19 July 2018). "Maclocks Announces Universal Anti-Theft Macbook Pro Lock". https://appleworld.today/2018/07/19/maclocks-announces-universal-anti-theft-macbook-pro-lock/. 
  11. ↑ Di Prodo, Yuri (24 July 2018). "Maclocks, pronta la serratura per i nuovi MacBook Pro 2018 con Touch Bar" (in Italian). https://www.macitynet.it/maclocks/. 
  12. ↑ Bradley, Tony (7 December 2015). "Review: Compulocks Blade universal lock". https://techspective.net/2015/12/07/review-compulocks-blade-universal-lock/. 
  13. ↑ Hall, Zac (28 June 2015). "Review: Maclocks' The Blade secures MacBooks without security slots". https://9to5mac.com/2015/06/28/maclock-the-blade-security/. 
  14. ↑ 14.0 14.1 Ertz, Scott (31 July 2018). "Best Laptop Locks for PCs and MacBooks". https://www.laptopmag.com/articles/best-laptop-locks. 
  15. ↑ Kelby, Scott (7 October 2016). "Field Report: The "Ledge" Lock for MacBook Pro Owners". https://scottkelby.com/field-report-ledge-lock-macbook-pro-owners/. 
  16. ↑ Pierini, David (19 December 2016). "Best Mac accessories of 2016". https://www.cultofmac.com/458209/best-mac-accessories-2016/. 
  17. ↑ Howell, David (29 October 2014). "How to protect your business hardware". https://www.techradar.com/news/computing/how-to-protect-your-business-hardware-1261230. 
  18. ↑ Freeman, Karen (18 January 2016). "Maclocks Glass Screen Shields offer clear protection for iPhone and iPad". https://appadvice.com/appnn/2016/01/maclocks-glass-screen-shields-offer-clear-protection-for-iphone-and-ipad. 
  19. ↑ Kaulfuss, Sven (3 February 2014). "Mac Pro: Kensington Lock für den Tubus" (in German). https://www.giga.de/desktops/mac-pro/news/mac-pro-kensington-lock-fuer-den-tubus/. 
  20. ↑ Sorrel, Charlie (3 February 2014). "Clever Mac Pro Security Lock Traps Power Cable". https://www.cultofmac.com/264922/clever-mac-pro-security-lock-traps-power-cable/. 
  21. ↑ Sorrel, Charlie (8 December 2010). "Plastic iPad Case Adds Security Slot, Cable". WIRED. https://www.wired.com/2010/12/plastic-ipad-case-adds-security-slot-cable/. Retrieved 14 August 2021. 
  22. ↑ Stewart, Craig (6 May 2016). "Review: Maclocks Cling 2.0 iPad stand". https://www.creativebloq.com/accessories/review-maclocks-ipad-lock-and-stand-51620243. 
  23. ↑ Corso, Emanuela (28 August 2015). "The Week in iPad Cases: Speck's first backpack can fit much more than just your iPad". https://www.macworld.com/article/226206/the-week-in-ipad-cases-specks-first-backpack-can-fit-much-more-than-just-your-ipad.html. 
  24. ↑ O'Donnell, Lindsey (1 July 2015). "10 cool accessories for decking out the Surface Pro 3". https://www.crn.com.au/gallery/10-cool-accessories-for-decking-out-the-surface-pro-3-406024/page6. 



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