[iPad Mini] Anyone find a good mini slip case/sleeve?

HarryHoodlum · Nov 5, 2012, 08:39 AM

Etsy has some but I'm wondering if anyone has a solution in-hand they can recommend.

jojoba · 08:53 AM

I generally like the Joli sleeves for mac products:

http://shop.jolioriginals.com/

I don't know if it's on their web site yet, but I'm sure they'll be producing sleeves for the mini.

HarryHoodlum · Nov 5, 2012, 08:51 AM

Wow those are really nice, I'll keep an eye on their site.

Buckeyestar · Nov 5, 2012, 08:55 AM

I'm waiting for a BookBook for my mini. I think that would look incredible with this size.

jojoba · Nov 5, 2012, 08:55 AM

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Wow those are really nice, I'll keep an eye on their site.

Yeah, they're gorgeous. Pricey, but very nice. They probably do pre orders by email. I've got one for my Air, and I'm very happy with it.

bpd115 · Nov 5, 2012, 10:34 AM

I'm going to go the radtech route.

www.radtech.us

WLS · Nov 5, 2012, 10:54 AM

I went with the WaterField ultimate sleevecase. They have it now for the mini
sfbags.com

ZBoater · Nov 5, 2012, 10:55 AM

If you're into real leather, this

http://www.saddlebackleather.com/Cla...&category=1287

In medium.

Phisherman81 · Nov 5, 2012, 10:57 AM

I found the black BUILT neoprene sleeve for Kindle Fire at Toys R Us for $4.75 on Saturday. Fits the mini perfectly, just tight enough. It wouldn't fit with a case on it though.

It's this one:

http://www.amazon.com/BUILT-Neoprene...ve+kindle+fire

christof · 12:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Phisherman81

I found the black BUILT neoprene sleeve for Kindle Fire at Toys R Us for $4.75 on Saturday. Fits the mini perfectly, just tight enough. It wouldn't fit with a case on it though.

It's this one:

http://www.amazon.com/BUILT-Neoprene...ve+kindle+fire

Is it this one: http://bit.ly/TNjlTo ? Could you please share the stock/item number (perhaps it's on your receipt)? Thanks!

seajewel · 01:05 PM

I actually remembered that i had a sleeve that came with my sony PRS-950 when I bought it from craigslist.. it wasn't a bundled item as it was clearly too wide and too long for the skinny 7" PRS-950, and I thought it just might fit. I don't know what it's for but it seems to have a Sony/Vaio-type label on it.

It's still too long for the mini but the width is just about right. I should be able to get it in even with the Smart cover that was delivered today at home. Perfect, don't have to spend anything and good lightweight protection while out and about!

guitardave62000 · Nov 5, 2012, 09:50 PM

I'm getting the Dodocase durables sleeve, looks awesome I'm anxious to get it

http://www.dodocase.com/products/dur...-for-ipad-mini

WLS · Nov 6, 2012, 08:16 AM

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Originally Posted by guitardave62000

I'm getting the Dodocase durables sleeve, looks awesome I'm anxious to get it

http://www.dodocase.com/products/dur...-for-ipad-mini

it looks nice at first but here's the problem with it. The leather grip implies that it is to be held mainly in the horizontal position but that way leaves the opening exposed at the end and you risk your mini just sliding out as you walk along. If you are going to carry it horizontally positioned and that would be the natural way to do so then it needs to open from the top not the side.

masc · Nov 6, 2012, 08:31 AM

I ordered this one at ebay (reseller name dobi-x):

Hope to get it today or tomorrow.

Phisherman81 · Nov 6, 2012, 10:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by christof

Is it this one: http://bit.ly/TNjlTo ? Could you please share the stock/item number (perhaps it's on your receipt)? Thanks!

Sorry I didn't get back quicker - Yup, that's the one!! really nice quality. It might fit a smart cover, but I don't have one and wouldn't guarantee it.

parseckadet · Nov 6, 2012, 10:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Phisherman81

I found the black BUILT neoprene sleeve for Kindle Fire at Toys R Us for $4.75 on Saturday. Fits the mini perfectly, just tight enough. It wouldn't fit with a case on it though.

It's this one:

http://www.amazon.com/BUILT-Neoprene...ve+kindle+fire

Do you know how well it would fit with a smart cover?

Anyone know of a sleeve that is not open on one end but also doesn't cost an arm and a leg? I can't be the only one that thinks $50 for a sleeve the size of the mini is way too steep. Around the house I'll just use the mini with the smart cover, but I would like something to keep it in when I have it in a laptop bag. Something that either zips shut or has a flap would be fine.

Phisherman81 · Nov 6, 2012, 11:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by parseckadet

Do you know how well it would fit with a smart cover?

Anyone know of a sleeve that is not open on one end but also doesn't cost an arm and a leg? I can't be the only one that thinks $50 for a sleeve the size of the mini is way too steep. Around the house I'll just use the mini with the smart cover, but I would like something to keep it in when I have it in a laptop bag. Something that either zips shut or has a flap would be fine.

I'd be super tight with a Smart Cover, maybe too tight. I'm with ya about the prices of some accessories, it's nuts.

This one doesn't close or zipper so there is that but it's a great wait and see stopgap until there are some better thought out cases.

seajewel · Nov 6, 2012, 11:20 AM

I really love my sleeve. I was trying to google it to try to find information for you guys but no go. I'm not sure what it was made for, but it's light, provides padding, and is zippered all the way (with cushioned zippers so it won't come in contact with the device). Pictured above. It's not the Sony PRS-950 zipper sleeve which I found online, but I'm fairly sure that will be too narrow.

http://www.amazon.com/Navitechs-Resi...leeve+e+reader

Maybe this will fit! It is only $9 and free shipping and is supposed to fit a variety of 7" devices (although most are usually a narrower aspect ratio) so it might be worth looking into.

Ladybug · Nov 6, 2012, 02:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by parseckadet

Do you know how well it would fit with a smart cover?

Anyone know of a sleeve that is not open on one end but also doesn't cost an arm and a leg? I can't be the only one that thinks $50 for a sleeve the size of the mini is way too steep. Around the house I'll just use the mini with the smart cover, but I would like something to keep it in when I have it in a laptop bag. Something that either zips shut or has a flap would be fine.

I have this one coming in today.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...ls_o00_s00_i00

parseckadet · Nov 6, 2012, 03:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Ladybug

I have this one coming in today.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...ls_o00_s00_i00

Hmm... Thanks, I see my wife liking that one. I would probably get some strange looks if I were to use that one, if you catch my drift.

Ladybug · Nov 6, 2012, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by parseckadet

Hmm... Thanks, I see my wife liking that one. I would probably get some strange looks if I were to use that one, if you catch my drift.

HaHa yeah, that one is for the ladies.

WLS · Nov 6, 2012, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Ladybug

HaHa yeah, that one is for the ladies.

It's the gold tassel that goes over the line.

Ladybug · Nov 6, 2012, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by WLS

It's the gold tassel that goes over the line.

LOL, I'll have to see if I can locate something more manly then.

jjk454ss · Nov 6, 2012, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by guitardave62000

I'm getting the Dodocase durables sleeve, looks awesome I'm anxious to get it

http://www.dodocase.com/products/dur...-for-ipad-mini

I like this, I ordered one today. Found a $5 discount by googling dodocase discount.

jmthigpen · Nov 6, 2012, 10:08 PM

my favorite sleeves are ColcaSacs, got one for my iPhone, iPad 2, and ordered one for the mini!

Nov 5, 2012, 08:39 AM	#1
HarryHoodlum macrumors member Join Date: Oct 2012	Anyone find a good mini slip case/sleeve? Etsy has some but I'm wondering if anyone has a solution in-hand they can recommend.
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Nov 5, 2012, 08:47 AM	#2
jojoba macrumors 65816 Join Date: Dec 2011	I generally like the Joli sleeves for mac products: http://shop.jolioriginals.com/ I don't know if it's on their web site yet, but I'm sure they'll be producing sleeves for the mini. __________________ Macademise your research. Last edited by jojoba; Nov 5, 2012 at 08:53 AM.
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Nov 5, 2012, 10:34 AM	#6
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WLS macrumors 6502a Join Date: Jul 2008	I went with the WaterField ultimate sleevecase. They have it now for the mini sfbags.com __________________ Give a man a gun and he can rob a bank, but give a man a bank and he can rob the world..
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Nov 5, 2012, 08:51 AM	#3
HarryHoodlum Thread Starter macrumors member Join Date: Oct 2012	Wow those are really nice, I'll keep an eye on their site.
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Nov 5, 2012, 08:55 AM	#4
Buckeyestar macrumors 6502a Join Date: Sep 2011	I'm waiting for a BookBook for my mini. I think that would look incredible with this size.
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Nov 5, 2012, 10:57 AM	#9
Phisherman81 macrumors member Join Date: Mar 2010	I found the black BUILT neoprene sleeve for Kindle Fire at Toys R Us for $4.75 on Saturday. Fits the mini perfectly, just tight enough. It wouldn't fit with a case on it though. It's this one: http://www.amazon.com/BUILT-Neoprene...ve+kindle+fire
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Nov 5, 2012, 12:50 PM	#11
seajewel macrumors 6502 Join Date: Aug 2010	I actually remembered that i had a sleeve that came with my sony PRS-950 when I bought it from craigslist.. it wasn't a bundled item as it was clearly too wide and too long for the skinny 7" PRS-950, and I thought it just might fit. I don't know what it's for but it seems to have a Sony/Vaio-type label on it. It's still too long for the mini but the width is just about right. I should be able to get it in even with the Smart cover that was delivered today at home. Perfect, don't have to spend anything and good lightweight protection while out and about! __________________ Dropbox! Click for an extra 500MB free storage for both of us! Thank you! Last edited by seajewel; Nov 5, 2012 at 01:05 PM.
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Nov 5, 2012, 09:50 PM	#12
guitardave62000 macrumors member Join Date: Oct 2008	I'm getting the Dodocase durables sleeve, looks awesome I'm anxious to get it http://www.dodocase.com/products/dur...-for-ipad-mini Attached Thumbnails
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Nov 6, 2012, 08:31 AM	#14
masc macrumors newbie Join Date: Apr 2008	I ordered this one at ebay (reseller name dobi-x): Hope to get it today or tomorrow.
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Nov 6, 2012, 11:20 AM	#18
seajewel macrumors 6502 Join Date: Aug 2010	I really love my sleeve. I was trying to google it to try to find information for you guys but no go. I'm not sure what it was made for, but it's light, provides padding, and is zippered all the way (with cushioned zippers so it won't come in contact with the device). Pictured above. It's not the Sony PRS-950 zipper sleeve which I found online, but I'm fairly sure that will be too narrow. http://www.amazon.com/Navitechs-Resi...leeve+e+reader Maybe this will fit! It is only $9 and free shipping and is supposed to fit a variety of 7" devices (although most are usually a narrower aspect ratio) so it might be worth looking into. __________________ Dropbox! Click for an extra 500MB free storage for both of us! Thank you!
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Nov 6, 2012, 10:08 PM	#25
jmthigpen macrumors regular Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Charleston, SC	my favorite sleeves are ColcaSacs, got one for my iPhone, iPad 2, and ordered one for the mini!
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