[iPad Mini] iPad mini case

david shapiro · Dec 13, 2012, 10:03 PM

Hey,

I'm not the kind of person that drops electronics or isn't careful with them. Does the iPad mini scratch easily? Would you recommend a case for it?

Thanks!

Sydde · Dec 13, 2012, 10:25 PM

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Originally Posted by david shapiro

Hey,

I'm not the kind of person that drops electronics or isn't careful with them. Does the iPad mini scratch easily? Would you recommend a case for it?

Thanks!

I personally would get some kind of case for any iPad newer that the original: Apple, in their quest to make the iPad seem thin, gave them a sharp edge that could become somewhat uncomfortable with extended use.

firedept · Dec 13, 2012, 10:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by david shapiro

Hey,

I'm not the kind of person that drops electronics or isn't careful with them. Does the iPad mini scratch easily? Would you recommend a case for it?

Thanks!

Absolutely. It's an investment and should be protected. It will also help if you ever decide to sell it.

Chuck-Norris · Dec 13, 2012, 10:42 PM

THIS

awesome case from OTTERBOX

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=esc1dh7Kxvo

david shapiro · Dec 13, 2012, 10:55 PM

Ok. Anyone recommend a case other than otterbox? Since I don't drop it or anything I don't need anything quite so bulky. What is the thinnest case out there that protects, but doesn't ruin it's smallness and make it really bulky?

Also, what do you think of the magnetic cover that Apple sells for it?

aross99 · Dec 13, 2012, 11:04 PM

I have an iPad 3, so I know it's not the same as the iPad Mini, but I have not used a case for my iPad when it was inside. I just have a neoprene case for transporting it. I don't really use it outside of the house, so I hardly use the case at all.

Personally, I think you would be fine - as long as you don't drop it. If you do drop it on something hard, be prepared to have damage ranging...

MrXiro · Dec 13, 2012, 11:07 PM

I just have a skin on the back to prevent scratching and a Smart Cover. I the. Carry it in a sleeve if I am taking it to go. I do recommend something for the screen. It seems much thinner and flimsy compared to my iPad 3.

stickybuns · Dec 13, 2012, 11:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by david shapiro

Hey,

I'm not the kind of person that drops electronics or isn't careful with them. Does the iPad mini scratch easily? Would you recommend a case for it?

Thanks!

I have a Smart Cover mainly for the prop-up-ability and a Coverbuddy because the metal back feels like a block of ice.

bembol · Dec 14, 2012, 12:54 AM

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Originally Posted by david shapiro

Ok. Anyone recommend a case other than otterbox? Since I don't drop it or anything I don't need anything quite so bulky. What is the thinnest case out there that protects, but doesn't ruin it's smallness and make it really bulky?

Also, what do you think of the magnetic cover that Apple sells for it?

I got Nillkin case which basically just a back cover on eBay for roughly $15 shipped. I like it does the job but I needed a Case that can be used as a stand.

I found a brand new x-doria Dash Folio on kijiji for $30.

I've never been a fan of OtterBox, especially the Defender series. I think very expensive, bulky and ugly. Seriously, if you need that type of protection you need to start handle your toys more carefully.

sdsvtdriver · Dec 14, 2012, 01:11 AM

I hate cases. If I wanted an ugly device, I'd have purchased something else.

A skin from BestSkinsEvery will protect the back from scratches and make it easier to grip. No bulk added.

I also have a pouch I got from etsy to put the device in to keep it from getting scratched if it goes in a backpack or bag.

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MrXiro macrumors 68000 Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Los Angeles	I just have a skin on the back to prevent scratching and a Smart Cover. I the. Carry it in a sleeve if I am taking it to go. I do recommend something for the screen. It seems much thinner and flimsy compared to my iPad 3. __________________ Whole lotta Apples, very little $.
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Chuck-Norris macrumors 6502 Join Date: Sep 2012	THIS awesome case from OTTERBOX http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=esc1dh7Kxvo
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david shapiro Thread Starter macrumors regular Join Date: Dec 2012	Ok. Anyone recommend a case other than otterbox? Since I don't drop it or anything I don't need anything quite so bulky. What is the thinnest case out there that protects, but doesn't ruin it's smallness and make it really bulky? Also, what do you think of the magnetic cover that Apple sells for it?
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aross99 macrumors 68000 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: East Lansing, MI	I have an iPad 3, so I know it's not the same as the iPad Mini, but I have not used a case for my iPad when it was inside. I just have a neoprene case for transporting it. I don't really use it outside of the house, so I hardly use the case at all. Personally, I think you would be fine - as long as you don't drop it. If you do drop it on something hard, be prepared to have damage ranging...
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sdsvtdriver macrumors 6502a Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: San Diego	I hate cases. If I wanted an ugly device, I'd have purchased something else. A skin from BestSkinsEvery will protect the back from scratches and make it easier to grip. No bulk added. I also have a pouch I got from etsy to put the device in to keep it from getting scratched if it goes in a backpack or bag.
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