Originally Posted by
TravellingGypsy
Went through YYZ transborder Nexus on May 4, laptop in.
But considering that liquids must still be out, and all other high metal content items (watches, shoes in many cases, change, etc) are going to cause secondary screening anyways and so must be out/off, don't really see the benefit in being able to leave laptop in (even if it was done more consistently).
I agree with Aspan, bigger hassle is the whole bin/no bin fiasco. Some force you to put it in a bin, others seem to react like "Why the heck did you put that in a bin?!", and then others stop the train to put a bin face down between you and the previous person in line. Like many FT'ers I am all about maximizing efficiencies to get through security ASAP, so this inconsistency frustrates me to no end.
I am going to agree with you on both points (laptop has always remained in on the Nexus line and usage of bins should be standardized) and raise you one - there should be a Stupid line for those people who do not listen to the CATSA/TSA people. There are so many signs and different personnel telling you what to take out of your bags (esp in the US) and there are ALWAYS people who just don't listen. It drives me NUTS - if you want to do your own thing, do it in a way that doesn't inconveneince the dozens of travellers behind you. (Sorry for the rant, this is one of my top pet peeves)