iPad2 + Smarcover + film on back? (Which film)

I haven't tried them, but I've seen this:

http://www.zagg.com/

They have skins for the back - like faux leather and such. I don't know if they'll be much for the sides since the iPad 2's sides are tapered as opposed to flat like the iPad 1.

Invisible shield is nice, they offer a lifetime warranty. However, I found that their product pricing is a bit higher than Best Skins Ever, which offer the same product (in my opinion) minus the ******** packaging, etc for a nicer price.

BestSkinsEver has provide me great products and great service over the years. I will again use them for my iPad 2

http://www.bestskinsever.com/ipad-2-skin

I have also ordered BSE skin.. But one thing that concerns me about these films is the speaker grill.. I wonder if the skin covers it completely, or leaves it open. Obviously, covering it would muffle the speaker sound, so I hope they have come up with something more clever than that.

hitekalex said:

I have also ordered BSE skin.. But one thing that concerns me about these films is the speaker grill.. I wonder if the skin covers it completely, or leaves it open. Obviously, covering it would muffle the speaker sound, so I hope they have come up with something more clever than that.

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Maybe they have laser cut holes in the film to line up with each speaker hole?

You're right.. I doubt that too. lol

kriista1234 said:

The lifetime warranty is nice and I don't mind paying a bit more for it if it's going to stay put and not peel off, that's my biggest concern really.

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Trying to decide between the Zagg & BSE. I have always used Zagg and am thoroughly pleased with them. But the price is ridiculous. Especially since I plan on picking up the black leather smart cover...

Think about it this way. Zagg has lifetime replacement warranty:

Zagg
Initial buy ($40 + $12 shipping) = $62
Replacement $12 shipping

Say I wanted to get it replaced three times throughout it's life..that would end up being $62+(3*12) = $98

BSE
Order 3 times = $60 + $10 shipping = $70.

Suggestions anyone??

GadgetAddicted said:

Trying to decide between the Zagg & BSE. I have always used Zagg and am thoroughly pleased with them. But the price is ridiculous. Especially since I plan on picking up the black leather smart cover...

Think about it this way. Zagg has lifetime replacement warranty:

Zagg
Initial buy ($40 + $12 shipping) = $62
Replacement $12 shipping

Say I wanted to get it replaced three times throughout it's life..that would end up being $62+(3*12) = $98

BSE
Order 3 times = $60 + $10 shipping = $70.

Suggestions anyone??

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Go with the BSE! Right now they have 25% off for all iPad 2 skin pre-orders! http://www.bestskinsever.com/ipad-2-skin

I've tried Zagg, BSE, Bodyguardz, and Phantomskinz. Personally, my favorite has been Phantomskinz, especially for touch screen devices. Their skins have less of the orange peel effect (pretty much non existent) and are smoother, your finger just glides. My niece got Zagg on her phone, because that's what they have at Best Buy... I showed her the Phantomskinz on my phone and she could immediately tell the difference how the Zagg was much tackier.

With that said, if you are only going to be covering the back, BSE is also a good choice. If you want full body (including screen coverage) I say Phantomskinz.

kriista1234 said:

So BSE are definitely as good as the zagg ones?

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IMO, Zagg is overrated. There is better stuff out there. They are just more well known due to advertisements and being available at retail locations like Best Buy.

Just picked up a full body BSE skin. Can't go wrong for under $17 shipped from such a reputable company!!

ajvizzgamer101 said:

BestSkinsEver has provide me great products and great service over the years. I will again use them for my iPad 2

http://www.bestskinsever.com/ipad-2-skin

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Thanks for the suggestion, just placed my order.

Does bse cover the sides? If not, is that a problem?

Ghost Armor is awesome.. they have kiosks in malls so it can be put on properly... no bubbles, replacement warranty. I get it on every iphone and ipad now.

Toiletpapers said:

Does bse cover the sides? If not, is that a problem?

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iPad2 has no sides haha

GadgetAddicted said:

iPad2 has no sides haha

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Fair enough, but I mean what about all the buttons, are they covered? Or does it stop before it reaches them.

Toiletpapers said:

Fair enough, but I mean what about all the buttons, are they covered? Or does it stop before it reaches them.

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More often than not, the buttons on the side are not covered.

Really odd that only the BSE for the WiFi model are on sale...

I plan on getting a DecalGirl skin to protect the back of my iPad2. Customer service said they should be available to order within a week of the iPad2 launch:

http://www.decalgirl.com

I find that I prefer the matte finish generally. Coupon code "GOMATTE" used to work for a free upgrade (I haven't tried recently, but assume it would still work).

kriista1234 said:

Do BSE ones come with a spray or anything to get them on there?

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No, but the solution is easy to make. It's basically water with a little bit of soap. From my experience from installing Phantomskinz (similar product), I use water with a drop of baby wash or baby shampoo.

Do you need water to apply BSE for both the screen and back? I really hate applying water ones and would like to avoid them.

arthursiew said:

Do you need water to apply BSE for both the screen and back? I really hate applying water ones and would like to avoid them.

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yes