I'm new here - just got my iPad 2 in the mail two days ago. Using it for a couple of days has revealed my priorities in a case, and I was hoping some of you well-informed people would have recommendations. I've read a lot of threads about particular cases, but many don't mention the things I consider important. I'm not as concerned with protection as with functionality and unobtrusiveness. I've considered the Smart Cover and really like its convertability, but buying that plus a back cover seems to run pretty expensive.
I'd definitely like a case with softer edges. It hurts my hands to hold the sharp metal edges, so I'm not really looking for a hard plastic shell. Some grippiness to the texture would be a plus, but not essential. Are there any inexpensive TPU/silicone shells that work well with the Smart Cover? I like the look of the Joy Factory SmartGrip, but $30 seems like a lot when paired with the $40 Smart Cover. Also really intrigued by the Quirky Fender, but it's still in presale and...I'm impatient.
Alternatively, are there any good one-piece cases (with soft edges) that basically mirror the Smart Cover + a back cover? Not really interested in folio types unless the cover folds a la Smart Cover.
Thanks for your help!
I'd definitely like a case with softer edges. It hurts my hands to hold the sharp metal edges, so I'm not really looking for a hard plastic shell. Some grippiness to the texture would be a plus, but not essential. Are there any inexpensive TPU/silicone shells that work well with the Smart Cover? I like the look of the Joy Factory SmartGrip, but $30 seems like a lot when paired with the $40 Smart Cover. Also really intrigued by the Quirky Fender, but it's still in presale and...I'm impatient.
Alternatively, are there any good one-piece cases (with soft edges) that basically mirror the Smart Cover + a back cover? Not really interested in folio types unless the cover folds a la Smart Cover.
Thanks for your help!
