Years ago, MacBooks featured security slots for cable locks, primarily used in coffee shops to secure devices to table legs. Those slots are now obsolete, but Compu Lock has revived the concept with new adapters. These two-part accessories clamp to the corner or edge of Mac Book Neo, Mac Book Air, and Mac Book Pro models, allowing users to attach traditional cable locks.

Priced at $70, the adapters are designed to prevent quick grabs, though they offer limited security. The author notes these are suitable for brief absences in visible coffee shops but should not be relied upon if the device is out of sight. While effective for short-term deterrence, users must still purchase the lock separately.

Those with existing locks may find dusting off old equipment a worthwhile solution for added peace of mind in public spaces.