Riding the wave of checkpoint-friendly laptop bags and cases (which eliminate the need for removing laptops at airport security), Samsonite has designed its own version: the Samsonite Checkmate Laptop Bag. It measures 16.5 by 13.0 by 4.7 inches and accommodates laptops up to 15.4 inches.

With the Checkmate, travelers can zip open and unfold the bag so that it lays flat while going through x-ray screening. After it passes through, it can be folded upright and zipped within seconds.

Samsonite will launch the Checkmate bag in November 2008 for $79.99. For even more checkpoint-friendly bag choices, check out my PCMag.com feature story.