there's no perfect New iPad back case for the apple smart cover - Page 4

Dkorda · Apr 21, 2012, 07:43 AM

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Originally Posted by ZipZap

Take a look at zerochroma's cover. I have it and its great:

Click Me

I like the idea behind that, but is it heavy?? It looks heavy

Illstateofmind · Apr 21, 2012, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by TripleP

According to the website they're not available until May 1st, but these cases from Luardi look like they might just fit the bill.

http://www.luardi.com/crystal-cases/?device=101

Does the Smart Cover stay magnetized to the back of the case when holding in book mode?

Duskrux · Apr 28, 2012, 04:42 PM

is there anywhere that i can get the new Zum for the iPad 3 in the UK? Nowhere seems to sell/ship it here.

gameboy213 · Apr 28, 2012, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Illstateofmind

Does the Smart Cover stay magnetized to the back of the case when holding in book mode?

It looks like it will to me.

BlazednSleepy · Apr 29, 2012, 06:07 AM

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Originally Posted by tonyjames

In the end I went with the Incipio NGP case. Lovely to hold. Personally I hate smart covers as they make mediocre stands, aren't required for the front due to the use of Gorilla Glass, and just add bulk and get in the way when using the iPad hand held or in docks etc. I'll get myself a nice slip case for storing in my rucksack when travelling. Perfect solution for me

I dare you to put your iPad face down on a table and slide it across. The iPhone and iPad use the same exact glass and the iPhone is known for easily being scratched. It's the same with the iPad. So don't feel too comfortable without screen protection.

Duskrux · Apr 29, 2012, 06:09 AM

No one have any ideas?

shadow86 · Apr 29, 2012, 10:41 AM

I just got mine on eBay. I got the front smart cover and a back cover for $19.99.
Fits like a glove on the iPad 3. They had a lot of colors to choose from!

Duskrux · Apr 29, 2012, 11:22 AM

You got the ZUM sc ultimate for the ipad 3 in the UK?

Dinth1906 · Apr 30, 2012, 04:41 AM

So does incipio smart feather have magnets to stick smart cover on the back in place? does it prevents ipad from sliping out of hands?
If not, does ZUM SC have those features? How about other similar back covers?

JMG · May 1, 2012, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Dinth1906

So does incipio smart feather have magnets to stick smart cover on the back in place? does it prevents ipad from sliping out of hands?
If not, does ZUM SC have those features? How about other similar back covers?

THere is no magnet on the back of the smart feather, although there is a little bit of magnetic force when you fold the smart cover back. It's very weak and not enough to hold the cover up in any practical manner.

JonLDavis · May 1, 2012, 09:51 PM

There's no way that 3m strips will work for the back of the incipio, will it?

jowilliams · 10:00 AM

Got this for my Ipad from Luton Airport. Paid about £17 cause I really needed it for my Ipad at this time.

Saw the same one on Amazon when I got back for a fiverr DOH!

Frosted back cover

Clear back cover

For a fiver you can't got wrong

taylord22 · May 4, 2012, 11:36 AM

Does anyone know when Speck will be releasing the smart shell for the new Ipad. To me, they strike -by far- the best balance between protection and style. And the smart shell achieves all of the "wants" outlined in the OP, no?

With the addition of the extra (positional) magnet, the smart shell would blow everything else away (though, it would likely add a bit of weight vs. Zum, iblason, luardi).

aricher · May 4, 2012, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by JonLDavis

There's no way that 3m strips will work for the back of the incipio, will it?

The 3M strips stick to the inside of the case so I would assume that they'd work with the Incipio. I put one of the strips on the inside of my Zum case and it works perfectly.

See thread on Zum + 3M strips here

anthrovisual · May 4, 2012, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Illstateofmind

Does the Smart Cover stay magnetized to the back of the case when holding in book mode?

I was wondering this too. Does anybody know for sure?

tonyjames · May 13, 2012, 01:52 AM

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Originally Posted by BlazednSleepy

I dare you to put your iPad face down on a table and slide it across. The iPhone and iPad use the same exact glass and the iPhone is known for easily being scratched. It's the same with the iPad. So don't feel too comfortable without screen protection.

You've missed the point. I only use my iPad at home, since it's just way too big and heavy to carry around outside. I just leave it in the NGP case face-up around the house and pick it up when I want to use it. No case flapping around and annoying me, and the rubberised grip is definitely an improvement over the iPad's harsh pointed edges. As I said, if I needed to take it anywhere, I'd get a slip cover for it.

anthrovisual · May 13, 2012, 10:07 AM

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Originally Posted by tonyjames

You've missed the point. I only use my iPad at home, since it's just way too big and heavy to carry around outside. I just leave it in the NGP case face-up around the house and pick it up when I want to use it. No case flapping around and annoying me, and the rubberised grip is definitely an improvement over the iPad's harsh pointed edges. As I said, if I needed to take it anywhere, I'd get a slip cover for it.

This is the direction I'm leaning. I'm beginning to feel that the way to go is a case that helps you get a comfortable grip on the iPad but when you want to take it places, keep it in a real sleeve or something that will protect the screen, etc.

myrtlebee · Jul 27, 2012, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Hosei

I bought this off of Amazon, it fits nicely and feels good in your hand.
I have more pictures, if you are interested reply to me here and i will post a few more.

Image

Can you provide a link for this one? Looks like this may be a solution for me
Thanks

Eddie Bombay · Jul 27, 2012, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Hosei

I bought this off of Amazon, it fits nicely and feels good in your hand.
I have more pictures, if you are interested reply to me here and i will post a few more.

Image

Yea I got the see through clear one, good stuff. Was only 4 bucks

dfine1966 · Jul 27, 2012, 03:24 PM

I know this thread is old, but what you are looking for is the Devicewear Union. It has, I think, everything you are looking for.

yaymath · Jul 28, 2012, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by JonLDavis

After looking at this forum for hours, that's what I've come to understand.

I want a back case that:

1) lightweight and form fitting

2) comes in a color that matches well with the iPad and the black leather smart cover

3) made of durable, comfortable "grippable" material (because the naked iPad can be uncomfortable to hold in book form.)

4) secures to the smart cover

5) covers the iPad, including top and bottom, with sleek cut out that don't prevent docking...

6) this is more optional: metal thingee that allows you to keep your smart over folded over.

Ironically, Apple's Smart CASE is "supposed" to address 1–5 (2 and 4 being N/A).

Absolem · Aug 7, 2012, 09:43 PM

You all seriously need to check out the Devicewear Union, its awesome!

I got it because of this video from Metagamers http://youtu.be/vjSHtP1OuTs?hd=1

its a great buy! cheap too! I love mine!

http://www.devicewear.com/

malias4 · Aug 8, 2012, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Absolem

You all seriously need to check out the Devicewear Union, its awesome!

I got it because of this video from Metagamers http://youtu.be/vjSHtP1OuTs?hd=1

its a great buy! cheap too! I love mine!

http://www.devicewear.com/

i ve ordered mine yestarday, i think im gonna love it !!!!

Cutterschoice · Aug 8, 2012, 01:42 PM

I'm thinking of trying the SGP ultra thin

http://www.spigen.com/tablets/apple/...in-series.html

Just a bit worried if finger prints show badly or not, would go for the black myself.

Mr Rogerss · Aug 9, 2012, 12:50 AM

OP, have you thought about using a skin type material for the back of your ipad?

Sticker Boy has some great skins. They protect the back of the ipad, make it easy to hold, and work great with a smart cover.

Take a look.

Apr 28, 2012, 04:42 PM	#78
Duskrux macrumors newbie Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: UK	ZUM SC ulimate in the UK is there anywhere that i can get the new Zum for the iPad 3 in the UK? Nowhere seems to sell/ship it here.
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Apr 29, 2012, 06:09 AM	#81
Duskrux macrumors newbie Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: UK	ZUM SC ulimate in the UK No one have any ideas?
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Apr 29, 2012, 11:22 AM	#83
Duskrux macrumors newbie Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: UK	really? You got the ZUM sc ultimate for the ipad 3 in the UK?
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Apr 30, 2012, 04:41 AM	#84
Dinth1906 macrumors newbie Join Date: Apr 2012	So does incipio smart feather have magnets to stick smart cover on the back in place? does it prevents ipad from sliping out of hands? If not, does ZUM SC have those features? How about other similar back covers? __________________ iPhone 3GS 32GB, new iPad 32GB Wifi, Hackintosh GA-P55M-UD4, i5 750 @ 3.00GHz, 16GB RAM, Geforce GTS450. https://twitter.com/#!/dinth1906
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May 4, 2012, 09:09 AM	#87
jowilliams macrumors newbie Join Date: May 2012	Got this for my Ipad from Luton Airport. Paid about £17 cause I really needed it for my Ipad at this time. Saw the same one on Amazon when I got back for a fiverr DOH! Frosted back cover Clear back cover For a fiver you can't got wrong Last edited by jowilliams; May 4, 2012 at 10:00 AM.
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Apr 29, 2012, 10:41 AM	#82
shadow86 macrumors newbie Join Date: Oct 2009	I just got mine on eBay. I got the front smart cover and a back cover for $19.99. Fits like a glove on the iPad 3. They had a lot of colors to choose from!
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May 1, 2012, 09:51 PM	#86
JonLDavis Thread Starter macrumors newbie Join Date: Mar 2012	There's no way that 3m strips will work for the back of the incipio, will it?
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May 4, 2012, 11:36 AM	#88
taylord22 macrumors member Join Date: Mar 2012	Does anyone know when Speck will be releasing the smart shell for the new Ipad. To me, they strike -by far- the best balance between protection and style. And the smart shell achieves all of the "wants" outlined in the OP, no? With the addition of the extra (positional) magnet, the smart shell would blow everything else away (though, it would likely add a bit of weight vs. Zum, iblason, luardi).
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Jul 27, 2012, 03:24 PM	#95
dfine1966 macrumors regular Join Date: Apr 2011	I know this thread is old, but what you are looking for is the Devicewear Union. It has, I think, everything you are looking for.
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Aug 7, 2012, 09:43 PM	#97
Absolem macrumors regular Join Date: Jul 2010	You all seriously need to check out the Devicewear Union, its awesome! I got it because of this video from Metagamers http://youtu.be/vjSHtP1OuTs?hd=1 its a great buy! cheap too! I love mine! http://www.devicewear.com/
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Aug 8, 2012, 01:42 PM	#99
Cutterschoice macrumors member Join Date: Feb 2012	I'm thinking of trying the SGP ultra thin http://www.spigen.com/tablets/apple/...in-series.html Just a bit worried if finger prints show badly or not, would go for the black myself.
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Aug 9, 2012, 12:50 AM	#100
Mr Rogerss macrumors member Join Date: Sep 2008	OP, have you thought about using a skin type material for the back of your ipad? Sticker Boy has some great skins. They protect the back of the ipad, make it easy to hold, and work great with a smart cover. Take a look.
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