[iPad Mini] Are there any iPad Mini Cases Similar to the Speck Candyshell??

malibuboats91 · Dec 26, 2012, 11:01 PM

I just ordered an iPad mini and I am in the market for a case. I have an iPad 3 that has the otterbox defender and I hate it because its 3 times the weight of my iPad. Now for my mini I am looking for something similar to the speck candyshell that they used to make for the old iPads and still make for iPhones. I am planning on taking the iPad to class with me so I need something to protect it but I really don't want to deal with the weight of the otterbox. Can anyone suggest a good case for my iPad mini? Thanks in advance!

HazyCloud · Dec 26, 2012, 11:48 PM

SwitchEasy has pretty darn good case. It's light, thin and protects the back very well. It also works with the Smart Cover if you'd like to use one with it. I would suggest going with one of the colors other than black or clear as those two show scratches more than the matte versions.

http://www.switcheasy.com/product/CoverBuddy_iPadmini

malibuboats91 · Dec 27, 2012, 03:06 PM

I'm not sure about that one. I wish there was something similar to the candyshell. I loved that case.

Gav2k · Dec 27, 2012, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by malibuboats91

I'm not sure about that one. I wish there was something similar to the candyshell. I loved that case.

Same here!!

Hls811 · Dec 27, 2012, 04:02 PM

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Originally Posted by malibuboats91

I'm not sure about that one. I wish there was something similar to the candyshell. I loved that case.

How about this?
http://amzn.com/B009UZ3TF4

('ve never used the Candyshell, but based on what i could see on their website this looks similar).

malibuboats91 · Dec 27, 2012, 04:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Hls811

How about this?
http://amzn.com/B009UZ3TF4

('ve never used the Candyshell, but based on what i could see on their website this looks similar).

That doesn't look too bad. I just found this one too.

http://www.amzer.com/Tablet/Amzer-Si...ack-P94581.htm

normwood · Dec 27, 2012, 06:06 PM

Candy Shell was one of my favorite cases for my first generation iPad. I hope they come out with one for the Mini too.

Steve

malibuboats91 · Dec 28, 2012, 02:56 PM

I went to best buy today and it looked like the griffin survivor and the otterbox were the best sellers. I'm still unsure though. The otterbox on my iPad 3 is so heavy and bulky but yet it is super protective

MKS · Dec 28, 2012, 03:21 PM

I just also ordered a mini today,and I plan on picking up an otter box for it. Elsewhere on the forum it seems to be that reports are saying it doesn't bulk up the mini too terribly,and seems to be one of the favorites. So I'm hoping that this is the case.

malibuboats91 · Dec 28, 2012, 03:27 PM

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Originally Posted by MKS

I just also ordered a mini today,and I plan on picking up an otter box for it. Elsewhere on the forum it seems to be that reports are saying it doesn't bulk up the mini too terribly,and seems to be one of the favorites. So I'm hoping that this is the case.

I'm kind of thinking about going that route. I might take the screen protector off and use my own though.

Medic311 · Dec 28, 2012, 05:59 PM

can someone post what the Otterbox Defender does to the weight of the iPad Mini? does it end up being nearly as heavy as an iPad 3/4 or is it still very very lightweight.

the iPad Mini in its current form is essentially feather-light to me while reading with one hand. will the Otterbox then prevent one-handed operation for long periods of time?

malibuboats91 · Dec 30, 2012, 08:01 PM

Has anyone had any experience with the Incipio NGP?

http://www.incipio.com/cases/ipad-ca...tant-case.html

Urindanger · Dec 31, 2012, 06:23 AM

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Originally Posted by malibuboats91

Has anyone had any experience with the Incipio NGP?

http://www.incipio.com/cases/ipad-ca...tant-case.html

I have NGP and it's really really good. It is both slim and gives good protection, you also get a good screen protector that I use. I can really recommend this case!

malibuboats91 · Dec 31, 2012, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Urindanger

I have NGP and it's really really good. It is both slim and gives good protection, you also get a good screen protector that I use. I can really recommend this case!

Alright thanks! I just ordered one

malibuboats91 · Jan 7, 2013, 07:46 PM

They came out with a candyshell!

http://www.speckproducts.com/tablet-...ipad-mini.html

malibuboats91 · Jan 11, 2013, 01:27 PM

I just received my candyshell. So far I really like it. I have always used screen protectors but am considering going naked.

Dec 26, 2012, 11:01 PM	#1
malibuboats91 macrumors member Join Date: Sep 2011	Are there any iPad Mini Cases Similar to the Speck Candyshell?? I just ordered an iPad mini and I am in the market for a case. I have an iPad 3 that has the otterbox defender and I hate it because its 3 times the weight of my iPad. Now for my mini I am looking for something similar to the speck candyshell that they used to make for the old iPads and still make for iPhones. I am planning on taking the iPad to class with me so I need something to protect it but I really don't want to deal with the weight of the otterbox. Can anyone suggest a good case for my iPad mini? Thanks in advance!
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Dec 26, 2012, 11:48 PM	#2
HazyCloud macrumors 68030 Join Date: Jun 2010	SwitchEasy has pretty darn good case. It's light, thin and protects the back very well. It also works with the Smart Cover if you'd like to use one with it. I would suggest going with one of the colors other than black or clear as those two show scratches more than the matte versions. http://www.switcheasy.com/product/CoverBuddy_iPadmini __________________ If you have a question about my post, quote me so I am notified and can easily reply to you.
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Dec 27, 2012, 06:06 PM	#7
normwood macrumors 6502a Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: In a house...duh!	Candy Shell was one of my favorite cases for my first generation iPad. I hope they come out with one for the Mini too. Steve __________________ 21.5" I3 iMac+Magic Trackpad. 11" MacBook Air; 13" Macbook; 32 Gig Wifi iPad Mini; 64 Gig iPhone 4s; 2nd Gen Nano; Airport Extreme and Airport Express. 32 gig iPhone 4 for the wife.
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Dec 27, 2012, 03:06 PM	#3
malibuboats91 Thread Starter macrumors member Join Date: Sep 2011	I'm not sure about that one. I wish there was something similar to the candyshell. I loved that case.
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Dec 28, 2012, 02:56 PM	#8
malibuboats91 Thread Starter macrumors member Join Date: Sep 2011	I went to best buy today and it looked like the griffin survivor and the otterbox were the best sellers. I'm still unsure though. The otterbox on my iPad 3 is so heavy and bulky but yet it is super protective
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Dec 28, 2012, 03:21 PM	#9
MKS macrumors newbie Join Date: Dec 2012	I just also ordered a mini today,and I plan on picking up an otter box for it. Elsewhere on the forum it seems to be that reports are saying it doesn't bulk up the mini too terribly,and seems to be one of the favorites. So I'm hoping that this is the case.
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Dec 28, 2012, 05:59 PM	#11
Medic311 macrumors 65816 Join Date: Jul 2011	can someone post what the Otterbox Defender does to the weight of the iPad Mini? does it end up being nearly as heavy as an iPad 3/4 or is it still very very lightweight. the iPad Mini in its current form is essentially feather-light to me while reading with one hand. will the Otterbox then prevent one-handed operation for long periods of time?
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Dec 30, 2012, 08:01 PM	#12
malibuboats91 Thread Starter macrumors member Join Date: Sep 2011	Has anyone had any experience with the Incipio NGP? http://www.incipio.com/cases/ipad-ca...tant-case.html
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Jan 7, 2013, 07:46 PM	#15
malibuboats91 Thread Starter macrumors member Join Date: Sep 2011	They came out with a candyshell! http://www.speckproducts.com/tablet-...ipad-mini.html
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Jan 11, 2013, 01:27 PM	#16
malibuboats91 Thread Starter macrumors member Join Date: Sep 2011	I just received my candyshell. So far I really like it. I have always used screen protectors but am considering going naked.
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