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

AlanKA · Nov 30, 2012, 04:59 PM

Fit is perfect, cutouts are spot-on. Supports the Smart Cover.

I've been waiting forever to get a super-thin matte NON-slippery version, yet hard plastic since I detest TPU's goolike feel. This case is exactly that.

Now, why I bought green? ummm......not sure what got into me there. But I absolutely love this case. It's exactly what I've been looking for, with one exception. I'd like to have a snap cover that uses the magnet to keep it attached to the back (like a Belkin Snap shield secure). But Belkin is the slowest friggin company in the world, so this case will do just fine, especially with the mini where it's not as big a deal like on my 3.

The unique thing about this case appears to be the covered buttons. Well, they did a good job there because they work perfectly, great responsiveness.

This one's a keeper.

Boston Rhett · Nov 30, 2012, 06:29 PM

I just received mine today too -- I got the dark gray version for my white mini. Looks awesome with my red smart cover. The covered buttons were a pleasant surprise. My only gripe (and it's a minor one) is that dust collects rather easily the corners where the case snaps onto the iPad. But overall I'm very pleased with it.

normwood · Dec 1, 2012, 05:22 AM

I'm hoping my dark grey delivers today. It was processed through the local sort facility yesterday. Getting a little impatient. Shipping notice received on 12/21 but it looks from the tracker like it didn't actually go anywhere until 12/28. A little annoying.

Steve

AlanKA · Dec 1, 2012, 10:42 AM

Sorry to hear about the delay. But it's worth the wait! The more I use it, the more I like the grippy feel. Great in the hands, doesn't slide around in the car seat next to me. Perfect.

Koodauw · Dec 1, 2012, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Boston Rhett

I just received mine today too -- I got the dark gray version for my white mini. Looks awesome with my red smart cover. The covered buttons were a pleasant surprise. My only gripe (and it's a minor one) is that dust collects rather easily the corners where the case snaps onto the iPad. But overall I'm very pleased with it.

Would you mind posting some pics?

gadgetmonster · Dec 1, 2012, 03:54 PM

Anyone have some amazon links?

normwood · Dec 1, 2012, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by gadgetmonster

Anyone have some amazon links?

Comes direct from Switcheasy.

normwood · Dec 1, 2012, 04:21 PM

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One quick shot of dark grey. Just arrived.

Boston Rhett · Dec 1, 2012, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Koodauw

Would you mind posting some pics?

Sure thing. Sorry for the crappy quality, took the pics in horrible lighting with my 4S. The red is actually a lot more vibrant. Might try to take more later in natural light.

Koodauw · Dec 1, 2012, 07:22 PM

Many thanks. Looks great.

normwood · Dec 2, 2012, 04:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Boston Rhett

Sure thing. Sorry for the crappy quality, took the pics in horrible lighting with my 4S. The red is actually a lot more vibrant. Might try to take more later in natural light.

That does look great. Makes my grey/grey on black mini look a little boring.

AdonisSMU · Dec 2, 2012, 02:34 PM

I have the clear one from swtitcheasy.

AdonisSMU · Dec 2, 2012, 02:39 PM

Here are some photos. There image uploader says I can put up five but then only allows one photo.

AdonisSMU · Dec 2, 2012, 02:58 PM

Here is another.

jqc · Dec 2, 2012, 04:44 PM

Thanks for th images guys. I am really debating getting one. Right now I'm using the incipio NGP case which is thin and feels great - but is not Smart Cover compatible.

How is the matte and clear cover buddy in terms of ease of getting on? I'm really concerned snapping it on and off will scratch the bezel (I have the slate model)

Thanks!

AlanKA · Dec 2, 2012, 09:38 PM

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Originally Posted by jqc

Thanks for th images guys. I am really debating getting one. Right now I'm using the incipio NGP case which is thin and feels great - but is not Smart Cover compatible.

How is the matte and clear cover buddy in terms of ease of getting on? I'm really concerned snapping it on and off will scratch the bezel (I have the slate model)

Thanks!

It goes on quite easy, definitely not overly tight like the poetic I tried. I don't think scratching will be a problem at all.

Boston Rhett · Dec 2, 2012, 09:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jqc

Thanks for th images guys. I am really debating getting one. Right now I'm using the incipio NGP case which is thin and feels great - but is not Smart Cover compatible.

How is the matte and clear cover buddy in terms of ease of getting on? I'm really concerned snapping it on and off will scratch the bezel (I have the slate model)

Thanks!

I've also got the Incipio NGP, which I really like as well. I use that one when I'm home and the Switcheasy/Smart Cover combo when I'm out and about and need to put my mini in a bag.

The Coverbuddy is a cinch to put on and take off -- pop it in button-side first to put on, un-snap the non-button side first to take off. It's a snug fit but not difficult to remove. I haven't seen any scratches on the bezel, though I do have the white/silver model and not the black/slate.

Here are some pics I took this morning that shows the Coverbuddy and Smart Cover truer to color:

AdonisSMU · Dec 3, 2012, 12:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Boston Rhett

I've also got the Incipio NGP, which I really like as well. I use that one when I'm home and the Switcheasy/Smart Cover combo when I'm out and about and need to put my mini in a bag.

The Coverbuddy is a cinch to put on and take off -- pop it in button-side first to put on, un-snap the non-button side first to take off. It's a snug fit but not difficult to remove. I haven't seen any scratches on the bezel, though I do have the white/silver model and not the black/slate.

Here are some pics I took this morning that shows the Coverbuddy and Smart Cover truer to color:

Looks beautiful! I went with clear because Mini is so pretty why cover him up with a case. But this looks great!

My clear cover was easy to put on and take off.

jqc · Dec 3, 2012, 10:30 AM

thanks for the replies guys. On other question, I think Boston mentioned that dust collects rather easily in the corners and from the pics it looks like the gap is quite big in the corners. This could be a deal breaker for me, but any additional thoughts on this?

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Originally Posted by AdonisSMU

Looks beautiful! I went with clear because Mini is so pretty why cover him up with a case. But this looks great!

My clear cover was easy to put on and take off.

Adonis, do you have the slate or white mini? if slate notice any bevel scratches?

AdonisSMU · Dec 3, 2012, 11:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jqc

thanks for the replies guys. On other question, I think Boston mentioned that dust collects rather easily in the corners and from the pics it looks like the gap is quite big in the corners. This could be a deal breaker for me, but any additional thoughts on this?

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Adonis, do you have the slate or white mini? if slate notice any bevel scratches?

I have white and have not noticed any scratches.

AlanKA · Dec 3, 2012, 12:35 PM

Wow, the Dark Grey looks great. Kinda wish I'd bought that color.

jqc · Dec 3, 2012, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by AdonisSMU

I have white and have not noticed any scratches.

cool thanks. i just ordered dark grey. would have loved to have gone clear but at least with dark grey it will cover up any scratches that might occur!

Roy Hobbs · Dec 3, 2012, 01:18 PM

I also ordered the dark gray to go along with my blue smart cover.
I've had the clear in the past and after a few months they look horrible. They scratch too easy

GiRARDsays · Dec 3, 2012, 01:22 PM

I'm torn between the SwitchEasy CoverBuddy in Dark Grey or the KaysCase Smart Solution Hard Shell in Smoked. I contacted KaysCase and asked if their Hard Shell in Smoked was a Matte or Glossy finish. I'm just waiting for a reply. If it's Matte, then I'm going with KaysCase. If it's Glossy, I'm going with SwitchEasy.

HazyCloud · Dec 4, 2012, 01:10 AM

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Originally Posted by GiRARDsays

I'm torn between the SwitchEasy CoverBuddy in Dark Grey or the KaysCase Smart Solution Hard Shell in Smoked. I contacted KaysCase and asked if their Hard Shell in Smoked was a Matte or Glossy finish. I'm just waiting for a reply. If it's Matte, then I'm going with KaysCase. If it's Glossy, I'm going with SwitchEasy.

FWIW, I have a KaysCase (Gel) and the cutout for the Smart Cover isn't as good as the SwitchEasy I have. The KaysCase leaves room while the SwitchEasy is a perfect fit.

If SwitchEasy releases a black matte, I will be all over it. I have the SwitchEasy glossy black, but it's a fingerprint magnet. Not a huge deal, but a matte version would be perfect.

Nov 30, 2012, 04:59 PM	#1
AlanKA macrumors member Join Date: Nov 2012	Switcheasy CoverBuddy - New MATTE version just received! Fit is perfect, cutouts are spot-on. Supports the Smart Cover. I've been waiting forever to get a super-thin matte NON-slippery version, yet hard plastic since I detest TPU's goolike feel. This case is exactly that. Now, why I bought green? ummm......not sure what got into me there. But I absolutely love this case. It's exactly what I've been looking for, with one exception. I'd like to have a snap cover that uses the magnet to keep it attached to the back (like a Belkin Snap shield secure). But Belkin is the slowest friggin company in the world, so this case will do just fine, especially with the mini where it's not as big a deal like on my 3. The unique thing about this case appears to be the covered buttons. Well, they did a good job there because they work perfectly, great responsiveness. This one's a keeper. Attached Thumbnails
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Dec 1, 2012, 05:22 AM	#3
normwood macrumors 6502a Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: In a house...duh!	I'm hoping my dark grey delivers today. It was processed through the local sort facility yesterday. Getting a little impatient. Shipping notice received on 12/21 but it looks from the tracker like it didn't actually go anywhere until 12/28. A little annoying. 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 1, 2012, 04:21 PM	#8
normwood macrumors 6502a Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: In a house...duh!	One quick shot of dark grey. Just arrived. __________________ 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 2, 2012, 02:39 PM	#13
AdonisSMU macrumors 6502a Join Date: Oct 2010	Here are some photos. There image uploader says I can put up five but then only allows one photo. Attached Thumbnails
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Dec 2, 2012, 02:58 PM	#14
AdonisSMU macrumors 6502a Join Date: Oct 2010	Here is another. Attached Thumbnails
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Nov 30, 2012, 06:29 PM	#2
Boston Rhett macrumors regular Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: DC	I just received mine today too -- I got the dark gray version for my white mini. Looks awesome with my red smart cover. The covered buttons were a pleasant surprise. My only gripe (and it's a minor one) is that dust collects rather easily the corners where the case snaps onto the iPad. But overall I'm very pleased with it.
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Dec 1, 2012, 10:42 AM	#4
AlanKA Thread Starter macrumors member Join Date: Nov 2012	Sorry to hear about the delay. But it's worth the wait! The more I use it, the more I like the grippy feel. Great in the hands, doesn't slide around in the car seat next to me. Perfect.
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Dec 1, 2012, 03:54 PM	#6
gadgetmonster macrumors regular Join Date: Feb 2011	Anyone have some amazon links?
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Dec 1, 2012, 07:22 PM	#10
Koodauw macrumors 68040 Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Madison	Many thanks. Looks great.
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Dec 2, 2012, 02:34 PM	#12
AdonisSMU macrumors 6502a Join Date: Oct 2010	I have the clear one from swtitcheasy.
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Dec 2, 2012, 04:44 PM	#15
jqc macrumors member Join Date: Jun 2007	Thanks for th images guys. I am really debating getting one. Right now I'm using the incipio NGP case which is thin and feels great - but is not Smart Cover compatible. How is the matte and clear cover buddy in terms of ease of getting on? I'm really concerned snapping it on and off will scratch the bezel (I have the slate model) Thanks!
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Dec 3, 2012, 12:35 PM	#21
AlanKA Thread Starter macrumors member Join Date: Nov 2012	Wow, the Dark Grey looks great. Kinda wish I'd bought that color.
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Dec 3, 2012, 01:18 PM	#23
Roy Hobbs macrumors 68000 Join Date: Apr 2005	I also ordered the dark gray to go along with my blue smart cover. I've had the clear in the past and after a few months they look horrible. They scratch too easy
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Dec 3, 2012, 01:22 PM	#24
GiRARDsays macrumors member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: San Diego, CA	I'm torn between the SwitchEasy CoverBuddy in Dark Grey or the KaysCase Smart Solution Hard Shell in Smoked. I contacted KaysCase and asked if their Hard Shell in Smoked was a Matte or Glossy finish. I'm just waiting for a reply. If it's Matte, then I'm going with KaysCase. If it's Glossy, I'm going with SwitchEasy. __________________ Laptop: 13in Mid-2012 Macbook Air, 1.8ghz Core i5, 4GB RAM, 120GB SSD, OS X Mountain Lion Mobile: AT&T iPhone 5 32GB, Black/Slate Portable: iPad mini Wi-Fi 64GB, Black/Slate
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