[iPad] Holding back buying an expensive iPad case due to iPad 5

gadget123 · Dec 30, 2012, 06:54 PM

Anybody else holding back? Once the thinner one gets released all cases will be obsolete. I expect smart covers to still work but all your leather cases will be too large for the new Ipad 5.

kodeman53 · Dec 30, 2012, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by gadget123

Anybody else holding back?

No.

SnowLeopard OSX · Dec 30, 2012, 07:10 PM

iPad 5 isn't being released anytime soon -- so I have no idea what you're holding back for. Plus, I doubt that leather iPad 4 cases will become "obsolete" if and when iPad 5 is released. It will probably still remain 9.7''

maxosx · Dec 30, 2012, 07:21 PM

I'm not sure what your point is. Given the most current is called the iPad with retina display, it's highly unlikely the upcoming model will be called iPad 5. Other than being thinner & lighter, any other features will be above & beyond what anyone needs or may use. The current model I have is very fast refined & complete. Yet Apple excels at convincing people they must have the latest.

KeepCalmPeople · Dec 30, 2012, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by gadget123

Anybody else holding back? Once the thinner one gets released all cases will be obsolete. I expect smart covers to still work but all your leather cases will be too large for the new Ipad 5.

If you upgrade every six months, what is the point of buying an expensive case at all? If you can't afford it, don't buy it.

irDigital0l · Dec 30, 2012, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by gadget123

Anybody else holding back? Once the thinner one gets released all cases will be obsolete. I expect smart covers to still work but all your leather cases will be too large for the new Ipad 5.

Regardless when Apple releases the iPad 5, note that there is a chance that it will have a different form factor that previous models.

First, its going to have the iPad Mini design which will mean it will be thinner and lighter.

Second, there is a good chance Apple will decrease its side bezels to make them more like the iPad Mini. By doing that the total width of the iPad 5 will be smaller which means most cases and Smart Covers will not fit (be larger than the actual iPad).

Geekbabe · Dec 30, 2012, 08:38 PM

Usually when I sell a device the case accompanies it. An expensive keyboard case like the new Zagg I got for Christmas I might sell separately if I feel I'll get a better return parting the items.

palpatine · Dec 30, 2012, 08:56 PM

It will be different. Apple always moves things around, like the cameras, or the bezels. The 2 was different than the 1 and the 3 was different than the 2. That's life.

But, why hold back? We have no idea when the 5 will be released. More importantly, why spend a bunch of money on an expensive case that will add excessive weight to the device? To each his own

As others have already said, I sell my devices to upgrade, and throw in the cases with it.

Signor S. · Dec 30, 2012, 10:26 PM

Have fun waiting bud while I enjoy my perfectly usable iPad 3 until the day it dies.

mrkjsn · Dec 30, 2012, 11:00 PM

Nah, I wouldn't let something like that affect how I take care of what I own. Unless you're planning to buy some diamond encrusted case, I wouldn't hold back. I'm not one to blow unnecessary money on a "nice" case though. If it will protect my iPad, while still looking decent, that's good enough for me. Unless it has a Bluetooth keyboard, I wouldn't spend more than $40 on a case.

kodeman53 · Dec 31, 2012, 04:37 AM

Sometimes I think threads like this have to be spoofs because people can't be so unable to make a decision.

stuaz · Dec 31, 2012, 06:01 AM

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Originally Posted by kodeman53

Sometimes I think threads like this have to be spoofs because people can't be so unable to make a decision.

I think they do it get reactions out of people tbh. Its very sad...

KoukiFC3S · Dec 31, 2012, 07:54 AM

I went for the maxed out iPad 4. It's got retina, lightning connector, and great CPU and GPU performance.

Couldn't be happier.

RedOrchestra · Dec 31, 2012, 08:45 AM

How many more of these should I wait for the new iPad threads will be posted in 2013.

stuaz · Dec 31, 2012, 08:46 AM

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Originally Posted by RedOrchestra

How many more of these should I wait for the new iPad threads will be posted in 2013.

Right up till it is released...then the threads for iPad 6 begin!

mrkjsn · Dec 31, 2012, 09:02 AM

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Originally Posted by stuaz

I think they do it get reactions out of people tbh. Its very sad...

Some people just require a little confirmation, that's all. No need to be too critical.

stuaz · Dec 31, 2012, 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by mrkjsn

Some people just require a little confirmation, that's all. No need to be too critical.

Sure

kodeman53 · Dec 31, 2012, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by stuaz

I think they do it get reactions out of people tbh. Its very sad...

As Descartes might have said, "I start threads, therefore I am."

darngooddesign · Dec 31, 2012, 12:32 PM

If I were planning on buying the iPad 5, which has a good chance if being thinner, I would not buy an expensive case now because it so t work well on the five in the sAme way that Apples iPad 1 case didn't work well in the iPad 2.

Then again, I don't buy expensive cases and will most likely get another Belkin snap shield and Smart Cover combo.

mac jones · Dec 31, 2012, 03:54 PM

Yes I am. I was going to buy a rather expensive Vesa stand but now the worm of doubt has found a home.

palpatine · Dec 31, 2012, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by darngooddesign

If I were planning on buying the iPad 5, which has a good chance if being thinner, I would not buy an expensive case now because it so t work well on the five in the sAme way that Apples iPad 1 case didn't work well in the iPad 2.

Then again, I don't buy expensive cases and will most likely get another Belkin snap shield and Smart Cover combo.

The decision each time is terribly simple, isn't it

Well, Apple has its own all-in-one case now (back + smart cover), so I might consider that as an alternative.

irDigital0l · Dec 31, 2012, 04:46 PM

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Originally Posted by kodeman53

Sometimes I think threads like this have to be spoofs because people can't be so unable to make a decision.

Some people want to get the best if its only a couple months down the road.

Don't see a problem with that considering most people don't blindly upgrade every year.

GoCubsGo · Dec 31, 2012, 04:49 PM

So the next iPad is going to be thinner? Says who? And why not buy a nice case if that's what you want? Seems stupid.

irDigital0l · Dec 31, 2012, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by jessica.

So the next iPad is going to be thinner? Says who? And why not buy a nice case if that's what you want? Seems stupid.

No official word, but its expected that the next iPad will have the same design as the current iPad Mini.

Also the iPad 3/iPad 4 were heavier than the iPad 2 which is something Apple wants to change.

GoCubsGo · Jan 2, 2013, 07:26 AM

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Originally Posted by irDigital0l

No official word, but its expected that the next iPad will have the same design as the current iPad Mini.

Also the iPad 3/iPad 4 were heavier than the iPad 2 which is something Apple wants to change.

Really? Are they quoted somewhere saying that?

Dec 30, 2012, 06:54 PM	#1
gadget123 macrumors 65816 Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: United Kingdom	Holding back buying an expensive iPad case due to iPad 5 Anybody else holding back? Once the thinner one gets released all cases will be obsolete. I expect smart covers to still work but all your leather cases will be too large for the new Ipad 5.
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Dec 30, 2012, 07:10 PM	#3
SnowLeopard OSX macrumors 6502a Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Southern California	iPad 5 isn't being released anytime soon -- so I have no idea what you're holding back for. Plus, I doubt that leather iPad 4 cases will become "obsolete" if and when iPad 5 is released. It will probably still remain 9.7'' __________________ iPad 4th gen Black/ 32GB/ iOS 6.1.3 iMac G4 1.0 GHz/ 1.25 GHz PPCG4 (7445) iPod \|Classic Black/ 80GB\|U2 edition 20GB iPhone \|4S White/16GB/ iOS 6.1.3\|3G White/16GB iOS 4.2.1
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Dec 30, 2012, 10:26 PM	#9
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kodeman53 macrumors 6502a Join Date: May 2012	Sometimes I think threads like this have to be spoofs because people can't be so unable to make a decision. __________________ When union thugs aren't enough, engage the NSA, IRS and DOJ to destroy your political opponents.
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KoukiFC3S macrumors 6502a Join Date: Jul 2010	I went for the maxed out iPad 4. It's got retina, lightning connector, and great CPU and GPU performance. Couldn't be happier. __________________ VZN iPhone 5 + iPad 4 LTE
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Dec 30, 2012, 07:21 PM	#4
maxosx macrumors 68000 Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Southern California	I'm not sure what your point is. Given the most current is called the iPad with retina display, it's highly unlikely the upcoming model will be called iPad 5. Other than being thinner & lighter, any other features will be above & beyond what anyone needs or may use. The current model I have is very fast refined & complete. Yet Apple excels at convincing people they must have the latest.
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Dec 30, 2012, 08:38 PM	#7
Geekbabe macrumors 6502 Join Date: Nov 2011	Usually when I sell a device the case accompanies it. An expensive keyboard case like the new Zagg I got for Christmas I might sell separately if I feel I'll get a better return parting the items.
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Dec 30, 2012, 08:56 PM	#8
palpatine macrumors 68030 Join Date: May 2011	It will be different. Apple always moves things around, like the cameras, or the bezels. The 2 was different than the 1 and the 3 was different than the 2. That's life. But, why hold back? We have no idea when the 5 will be released. More importantly, why spend a bunch of money on an expensive case that will add excessive weight to the device? To each his own As others have already said, I sell my devices to upgrade, and throw in the cases with it.
	0

Dec 30, 2012, 11:00 PM	#10
mrkjsn macrumors 6502 Join Date: Jan 2010	Nah, I wouldn't let something like that affect how I take care of what I own. Unless you're planning to buy some diamond encrusted case, I wouldn't hold back. I'm not one to blow unnecessary money on a "nice" case though. If it will protect my iPad, while still looking decent, that's good enough for me. Unless it has a Bluetooth keyboard, I wouldn't spend more than $40 on a case.
	0

Dec 31, 2012, 08:45 AM	#14
RedOrchestra macrumors member Join Date: Aug 2012	How many more of these should I wait for the new iPad threads will be posted in 2013.
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Dec 31, 2012, 12:32 PM	#19
darngooddesign macrumors 604 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Atlanta, GA	If I were planning on buying the iPad 5, which has a good chance if being thinner, I would not buy an expensive case now because it so t work well on the five in the sAme way that Apples iPad 1 case didn't work well in the iPad 2. Then again, I don't buy expensive cases and will most likely get another Belkin snap shield and Smart Cover combo.
	0

Dec 31, 2012, 03:54 PM	#20
mac jones macrumors 68040 Join Date: Apr 2006	Yes I am. I was going to buy a rather expensive Vesa stand but now the worm of doubt has found a home.
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Dec 31, 2012, 04:49 PM	#23
GoCubsGo macrumors Nehalem Join Date: Feb 2005	So the next iPad is going to be thinner? Says who? And why not buy a nice case if that's what you want? Seems stupid. __________________ Because I'm an ahole.
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