UAG Standard Issue Backpack review: Rugged, roomy, bad zippers
The UAG Standard Issue backpack offers great protection and storage for your tech and gear, but be wary of the side-pocket zippers that may break easily.
As with many in his generation, Thomas Sibilly’s first Apple device was a hand-me-down second-generation iPod Touch. Growing up deeply embedded in Apple’s modern ecosystem stoked his love for technology, leading him to review for AppleInsider since 2022.
Thomas is majoring in computer science. In his spare time he enjoys reading and meditation.
The UAG Standard Issue backpack offers great protection and storage for your tech and gear, but be wary of the side-pocket zippers that may break easily.
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