[iPad Mini] Switcheasy CoverBuddy - New MATTE version just received! - Page 4

Syvere · Jan 13, 2013, 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by HazyCloud

Yep, I'll post some pics within an hour or so.

Isn't that dark grey cover and not red? Can you post a picture with the cover closed? I happen to have the dark grey cover, but I'm wondering if I should get the red one as well to company the dark grey coverbuddy or just go with grey+grey.

dinggus · Jan 13, 2013, 07:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Syvere

Isn't that dark grey cover and not red? Can you post a picture with the cover closed? I happen to have the dark grey cover, but I'm wondering if I should get the red one as well to company the dark grey coverbuddy or just go with grey+grey.

You're kidding about the smart cover right? It's red, you are looking at the inside of the cover, which all colors look like that on the inside.

wytwolf · Jan 13, 2013, 09:58 PM

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Originally Posted by dinggus

You're kidding about the smart cover right? It's red, you are looking at the inside of the cover, which all colors look like that on the inside.

Colour blind much??? That's a dark grey smart cover with a dark grey cover buddy. There is no red smart cover in any of those pics.....

HazyCloud · 10:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Che Castro

How heavy is the mini with the case on ? ^

Very light. It doesn't add much weight at all. I wouldn't even compare it to a folio.

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Originally Posted by Syvere

Isn't that dark grey cover and not red? Can you post a picture with the cover closed? I happen to have the dark grey cover, but I'm wondering if I should get the red one as well to company the dark grey coverbuddy or just go with grey+grey.

Here's some pics of it with both. Sorry about the horrible lighting. I would say get gray as they match perfectly, but obviously that's up to you.

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Originally Posted by dinggus

You're kidding about the smart cover right? It's red, you are looking at the inside of the cover, which all colors look like that on the inside.

Actually, each Smart Cover's insides match the outside. If it's red on the outside, it's red on the inside. Here's a pic of both.

Kisey · Jan 13, 2013, 11:02 PM

Are there any similar cases to the coverbuddy? I really want a matte black version. I'm willing to try out a different case as long as it offers the same type of all around protection, including buttons.

HazyCloud · Jan 13, 2013, 11:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Kisey

Are there any similar cases to the coverbuddy? I really want a matte black version. I'm willing to try out a different case as long as it offers the same type of all around protection, including buttons.

Why not just get the CoverBuddy? It's only $20 and covers everything including the ports (which are removable). Most cases have been leaving a huge cutout for the speakers which the CoverBuddy does not. Best one around, IMO.

Kisey · Jan 13, 2013, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by HazyCloud

Why not just get the CoverBuddy? It's only $20 and covers everything including the ports (which are removable). Most cases have been leaving a huge cutout for the speakers which the CoverBuddy does not. Best one around, IMO.

Because I don't like that the black one is glossy (I prefer matte). If I can't find a similar case, I'll settle for the dark gray.

HazyCloud · Jan 13, 2013, 11:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Kisey

Because I don't like that the black one is glossy (I prefer matte). If I can't find a similar case, I'll settle for the dark gray.

Gotcha. That's why I went with the dark gray. I had tried the clear and black, but I just can't stand the glossy cases.

Kisey · Jan 13, 2013, 11:32 PM

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Originally Posted by HazyCloud

Gotcha. That's why I went with the dark gray. I had tried the clear and black, but I just can't stand the glossy cases.

I'll probably end up with the dark gray as well. Do you think I'd he able to squeeze it on with my invisible shield on the back? I won't have the Smart Cover attached at all times and I'm afraid the exposed area on the back will get scratched.

HazyCloud · Jan 13, 2013, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Kisey

I'll probably end up with the dark gray as well. Do you think I'd he able to squeeze it on with my invisible shield on the back? I won't have the Smart Cover attached at all times and I'm afraid the exposed area on the back will get scratched.

It's possible, but I can't guarantee it. The CoverBuddy is a pretty tight fit. On that note, I wouldn't worry about the small area left. I use mine all the time without the SC and it would be hard to scratch that small area. If you are worried, you may check out an Incipio Feather. It doesn't have the cutout for the Smart Cover.

TJ5921 · Jan 13, 2013, 11:45 PM

Just bought my CoverBuddy on eBay a few minutes ago. Got it for $14.00 shipped through best offer on my first try. Wish I tried to offer less so anyone looking for a great deal on these this seller will go as low as $14 shipped possibly less. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=170965715691

HazyCloud · Jan 13, 2013, 11:55 PM

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Originally Posted by TJ5921

Just bought my CoverBuddy on eBay a few minutes ago. Got it for $14.00 shipped through best offer on my first try. Wish I tried to offer less so anyone looking for a great deal on these this seller will go as low as $14 shipped possibly less. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=170965715691

Not bad, but I'll pay the extra 6 bucks for SwitchEasy's 2 year warranty. I had a concern about mine they day I got it and they offered to just send me another. Of course that's after confirming my order number, which you won't have with eBay purchases. (Seriously, they have fantastic customer service.)

Of course on the flip side, if you do have a problem, $14 is easily replaceable.

Syvere · Jan 14, 2013, 04:28 AM

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Originally Posted by HazyCloud

Here's some pics of it with both. Sorry about the horrible lighting. I would say get gray as they match perfectly, but obviously that's up to you.

Which one do you like better yourself? Grey on grey or the red on grey?

HazyCloud · Jan 14, 2013, 12:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Syvere

Which one do you like better yourself? Grey on grey or the red on grey?

You're probably asking the wrong person. I'm so indecisive that I've owned 2 red covers and 2 gray covers and I have blue one on the way.

I have however decided to keep the gray one as it's pretty nice looking since the case and cover match very well. It looks like they came together and were made by the same company.

I only ordered the blue one to see if I like the contrast of the blue. If not, I'll be throwing it on the Marketplace here.

DarkAether · Jan 14, 2013, 06:00 PM

For those interested in a black matte back, I received a response from Incipio that they will be making a Smart Feather for the mini after all. No ETA yet though...

glen e · Jan 14, 2013, 06:17 PM

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Originally Posted by DarkAether

For those interested in a black matte back, I received a response from Incipio that they will be making a Smart Feather for the mini after all. No ETA yet though...

I knew they would...esp with next gen being same dimensions acc to rumors...Sign me up, I'll take two..although my smartcover/coverbuddy has never accidentally come off.....

Boston Rhett · Jan 14, 2013, 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Kisey

Because I don't like that the black one is glossy (I prefer matte). If I can't find a similar case, I'll settle for the dark gray.

You might give elago's Slim Fit case a try, then. Looks like it's Smart Cover-compatible and matte black. I can't personally vouch for their iPad mini products as I haven't tried them, but I absolutely love their iPhone cases.

http://elagostore.com/elago-A4M-Slim...B00AVWJI28.htm

Jman13 · Jan 14, 2013, 10:11 PM

Wow. I love the look of that Elago. I use the Elago Outfit as my iPhone 5 case, and I absolutely love it, and this is the best looking snap case I've seen. I'm using a leather back skin now, but I'm tempted to pick one of those up for times I want a little extra protection.

phonewentwest · Jan 14, 2013, 10:14 PM

Finally just got my switcheasy to go with my smart cover. Really a fantastic combo. Aside from the strong smell which eventually went away after a day it's great. The dark gray on both really match well. Just wish they would make the black in the matte.

Can anyone recommend a sleeve that will accommodate both pieces? Not crazy about the movement of the Smart Cover when I throw it in my bag.

Kisey · Jan 14, 2013, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Boston Rhett

You might give elago's Slim Fit case a try, then. Looks like it's Smart Cover-compatible and matte black. I can't personally vouch for their iPad mini products as I haven't tried them, but I absolutely love their iPhone cases.

http://elagostore.com/elago-A4M-Slim...B00AVWJI28.htm

Thank you for the suggestion. Now if it only had the same protection as the CoverBuddy, it would be perfect.

HazyCloud · Jan 15, 2013, 03:06 AM

Great find on the Elago and Feather info. This adds to our choices of good covers.

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Originally Posted by phonewentwest

Can anyone recommend a sleeve that will accommodate both pieces? Not crazy about the movement of the Smart Cover when I throw it in my bag.

I've got a good one for sale in my Marketplace thread. It's great for the CoverBuddy w/ Smart Cover. It's even gray too.

ceezy · Jan 15, 2013, 10:01 AM

http://www.ebay.com/itm/SwitchEasy-C...item2a27054956

Anyone use this ebay store?
Has mixed reviews but has the coverbuddy I want for $13.27 and free shipping. What do you think?

phonewentwest · Jan 15, 2013, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by HazyCloud

Great find on the Elago and Feather info. This adds to our choices of good covers.

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I've got a good one for sale in my Marketplace thread. It's great for the CoverBuddy w/ Smart Cover. It's even gray too.

unfortunately I can't see that thread for some reason. I think perhaps i don't have enough posts.

HazyCloud · Jan 15, 2013, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by phonewentwest

unfortunately I can't see that thread for some reason. I think perhaps i don't have enough posts.

Yeah, you're about 150 posts short. You're required to have 250 posts.

Bloodraw850 · Jan 18, 2013, 10:08 PM

Can anyone confirm if dust gets trapped around the edges with this case?

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Jan 13, 2013, 11:02 PM	#80
Kisey macrumors member Join Date: Jul 2010	Are there any similar cases to the coverbuddy? I really want a matte black version. I'm willing to try out a different case as long as it offers the same type of all around protection, including buttons.
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Jan 13, 2013, 11:45 PM	#86
TJ5921 macrumors regular Join Date: Jan 2011	Just bought my CoverBuddy on eBay a few minutes ago. Got it for $14.00 shipped through best offer on my first try. Wish I tried to offer less so anyone looking for a great deal on these this seller will go as low as $14 shipped possibly less. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=170965715691
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Jan 14, 2013, 06:00 PM	#90
DarkAether macrumors regular Join Date: May 2010	For those interested in a black matte back, I received a response from Incipio that they will be making a Smart Feather for the mini after all. No ETA yet though...
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Jan 14, 2013, 10:11 PM	#93
Jman13 macrumors 6502a Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Columbus, OH	Wow. I love the look of that Elago. I use the Elago Outfit as my iPhone 5 case, and I absolutely love it, and this is the best looking snap case I've seen. I'm using a leather back skin now, but I'm tempted to pick one of those up for times I want a little extra protection.
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Jan 14, 2013, 10:14 PM	#94
phonewentwest macrumors regular Join Date: Jul 2008	Finally just got my switcheasy to go with my smart cover. Really a fantastic combo. Aside from the strong smell which eventually went away after a day it's great. The dark gray on both really match well. Just wish they would make the black in the matte. Can anyone recommend a sleeve that will accommodate both pieces? Not crazy about the movement of the Smart Cover when I throw it in my bag.
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Jan 15, 2013, 10:01 AM	#97
ceezy macrumors newbie Join Date: Sep 2011	http://www.ebay.com/itm/SwitchEasy-C...item2a27054956 Anyone use this ebay store? Has mixed reviews but has the coverbuddy I want for $13.27 and free shipping. What do you think?
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Jan 18, 2013, 10:08 PM	#100
Bloodraw850 macrumors regular Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Florida	Can anyone confirm if dust gets trapped around the edges with this case?
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