Incase convertible book jacket -Great

freitas · Apr 3, 2010, 01:56 PM

Got the iPad this morning and was going to pickup the apple case too as they were also in stock. I ended up grabbing the incase convertible book jacket. It is a larger folio style case that doubles as a stand. It is a great case for those who want to prop the iPhone up when laying on the couch. The case also looks like it would protect the iPad well. The case is bulky and adds to the weight. But deserves a look if your want a versatile convertible case. And the iPad can be removed when you want thin and light.

UMHurricanes34 · Apr 3, 2010, 01:58 PM

I'm very interested in this case, can you post some pictures of the inside? Incase neglects to show this on their website

jedolley · Apr 3, 2010, 02:00 PM

Yes, pictures please.

MatthewStorm · Apr 3, 2010, 02:01 PM

+1 Pics please.

epi117 · Apr 3, 2010, 02:12 PM

http://goincase.com/products/detail/CL57512

freitas · Apr 3, 2010, 02:22 PM

Here are some quick iphone snapshots.

The case is really nice. You can see the ridges (three total) on the inside front cover that are used to set the angle. I have been using it for surfing and ebook reading while laying on the couch, just as I would with my macbook pro.

Again not the case for you if you want thin and light. But perfect for the couch potato that doesn't want to have to hold in hand or prop on your leg.

Enjoy!

TxMacAddict · Apr 3, 2010, 02:25 PM

This is exactly the type of case I wanted from incase but why does it have to be so thick!!

0s and 1s · Apr 3, 2010, 02:28 PM

Ugh. It looked bulky, so I opted for the Apple case.

A closer inspection makes me think it would have been a better purchase.

freitas · Apr 3, 2010, 02:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 0s and 1s

Ugh. It looked bulky, so I opted for the Apple case.

A closer inspection makes me think it would have been a better purchase.

It is bulky. But I figure I can always take it out. Also the iPad is well protected and the case is ideal for my usage patterns.

Sounds Good · Apr 3, 2010, 02:46 PM

Seeing this picture really makes me wish you could use a mouse with the iPad.

Not all the time, of course... but some of time.

TxMacAddict · Apr 3, 2010, 02:57 PM

Freitas.. can the front cover of the book jacket be folded flat behind or is it always off to the side when you hold it?

phillyred79 · Apr 3, 2010, 03:11 PM

I got the incase as well.. It takes away from the sexiness of holding the iPad, but if you want protection and practicalness it works well. $50 though which I think is kinda steep... I think I want an alternative too that is a little more form fitting- they had a neoprene one there (at the apple store) that looked nice..

phillyred79 · Apr 3, 2010, 03:12 PM

Yes, but it's not super flat- a little bulky.

Quote:

Originally Posted by TxMacAddict

Freitas.. can the front cover of the book jacket be folded flat behind or is it always off to the side when you hold it?

freitas · Apr 3, 2010, 03:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TxMacAddict

Freitas.. can the front cover of the book jacket be folded flat behind or is it always off to the side when you hold it?

Yes.

TxMacAddict · Apr 3, 2010, 03:28 PM

cool thanks for the pic. It was $60? I'm seeing Best Buy list it at $50.

FWW · Apr 3, 2010, 03:32 PM

Seems rather inelegant, but to each his/her own, I suppose.

freitas · Apr 3, 2010, 03:35 PM

I definitely prefer using the ipad while it is in this case. Frees my hands to type and make full use of two hand multitouch.

TypeZero3 · Apr 3, 2010, 08:54 PM

is there a mode to type in? is it that 1st slot? I'm looking at the case wondering if i should open it do you think that you could show me a typing configuration sort of like the apple case?

freitas · Apr 4, 2010, 12:34 AM

The third picture above is about the best typing config.

phillyred79 · Apr 4, 2010, 12:43 AM

I ended up taking mine back and exchanging it for the clear plastic grippy one by Belkin... The incase one was just too bulky and took away from the sexiness of holding the iPad..

sonictonic · Apr 4, 2010, 01:26 AM

Thanks for posting these pics. I'm gonna need to think about this some more...

ChiliBlue · Apr 4, 2010, 01:29 AM

Oh, I wish I had gotten that one.

I got the purple Incase grip cover and I'm not happy with it. I love the back of the grip case (it has 'bumps' to help grip the device while holding it in landscape mode) but it attracts every piece of dog and cat hair in the house.

I'm going to continue to use it until more cases come out and hopefully find something better.

FlashHead · Apr 4, 2010, 01:36 AM

I'm going to try a different option that is worth a look (no affiliation with the company). This case has all the functionality of the iPad case (including an angled typing stand position), plus a hand strap when open, plus it's ecologically friendly leather. The other advantage is that it looks like an easy process to place in and take out of the case, since I will want to use it naked often, but still protect it for transport and have a stand when I want. This is the most handsome, functional case I've run across. And it's only $44.

http://www.marware.com/products/iPad...4Pa38Ta3aMbN10

ubercool · Apr 4, 2010, 01:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by phillyred79

I ended up taking mine back and exchanging it for the clear plastic grippy one by Belkin... The incase one was just too bulky and took away from the sexiness of holding the iPad..

I also thought it was too bulky. And I wasn't crazy about the cheap cover finish, but the adjustable ridged stand is nice.

Don Kosak · Apr 4, 2010, 01:50 AM

I bought this case earlier today.

The dock connector, buttons and switches are all accessible.

Also, there is a band (like the one on Moleskin Notbooks) that snaps around to securely close the book case. By accident or design, when this band is closed, it covers the power button, making it very difficult to accidently power on your iPad.

It is thicker than some other cases, but if you're planning on tossing it into a carry-on or backpack, that's a good thing.

Apr 3, 2010, 01:56 PM	#1
freitas macrumors member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Ohio, USA	Incase convertible book jacket -Great Got the iPad this morning and was going to pickup the apple case too as they were also in stock. I ended up grabbing the incase convertible book jacket. It is a larger folio style case that doubles as a stand. It is a great case for those who want to prop the iPhone up when laying on the couch. The case also looks like it would protect the iPad well. The case is bulky and adds to the weight. But deserves a look if your want a versatile convertible case. And the iPad can be removed when you want thin and light.
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Apr 3, 2010, 01:58 PM	#2
UMHurricanes34 macrumors 65816 Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Atlanta, GA	I'm very interested in this case, can you post some pictures of the inside? Incase neglects to show this on their website __________________  Think Different. Mac Pro l MacBook Pro l Air iPhone 5 l iPad 2
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Apr 3, 2010, 02:22 PM	#6
freitas Thread Starter macrumors member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Ohio, USA	Here are some quick iphone snapshots. The case is really nice. You can see the ridges (three total) on the inside front cover that are used to set the angle. I have been using it for surfing and ebook reading while laying on the couch, just as I would with my macbook pro. Again not the case for you if you want thin and light. But perfect for the couch potato that doesn't want to have to hold in hand or prop on your leg. Enjoy! Attached Thumbnails
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Apr 3, 2010, 02:25 PM	#7
TxMacAddict macrumors 6502 Join Date: Feb 2008	This is exactly the type of case I wanted from incase but why does it have to be so thick!! __________________ rMBP 2.6/8/512 MBA 13" 1.7/4/128 Early 2011 new iPad 64 LTE iPhone 4s 16 Verizon
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Apr 3, 2010, 02:28 PM	#8
0s and 1s macrumors 6502a Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: USA	Ugh. It looked bulky, so I opted for the Apple case. A closer inspection makes me think it would have been a better purchase. __________________ "** you, Larry David, that's some bull **!"
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Apr 3, 2010, 02:00 PM	#3
jedolley macrumors 68000 Join Date: Sep 2009	Yes, pictures please.
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Apr 3, 2010, 02:01 PM	#4
MatthewStorm macrumors 6502 Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: NYC	+1 Pics please.
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Apr 3, 2010, 02:12 PM	#5
epi117 macrumors 6502 Join Date: Mar 2010	http://goincase.com/products/detail/CL57512
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Apr 3, 2010, 02:46 PM	#10
Sounds Good macrumors 65816 Join Date: Jul 2007	Seeing this picture really makes me wish you could use a mouse with the iPad. Not all the time, of course... but some of time.
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Apr 3, 2010, 02:57 PM	#11
TxMacAddict macrumors 6502 Join Date: Feb 2008	Freitas.. can the front cover of the book jacket be folded flat behind or is it always off to the side when you hold it? __________________ rMBP 2.6/8/512 MBA 13" 1.7/4/128 Early 2011 new iPad 64 LTE iPhone 4s 16 Verizon
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Apr 3, 2010, 03:11 PM	#12
phillyred79 macrumors regular Join Date: Mar 2010	I got the incase as well.. It takes away from the sexiness of holding the iPad, but if you want protection and practicalness it works well. $50 though which I think is kinda steep... I think I want an alternative too that is a little more form fitting- they had a neoprene one there (at the apple store) that looked nice..
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Apr 3, 2010, 03:28 PM	#15
TxMacAddict macrumors 6502 Join Date: Feb 2008	cool thanks for the pic. It was $60? I'm seeing Best Buy list it at $50. __________________ rMBP 2.6/8/512 MBA 13" 1.7/4/128 Early 2011 new iPad 64 LTE iPhone 4s 16 Verizon
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Apr 3, 2010, 03:32 PM	#16
FWW macrumors regular Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Anchorage, AK	Seems rather inelegant, but to each his/her own, I suppose. __________________ "Tonight I'm going on an overnight drunk, and in ten days I will set out to find the shark that ate my friend, and kill it." Proud survivor of the iPad Korean Flight of Doom.
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Apr 3, 2010, 03:35 PM	#17
freitas Thread Starter macrumors member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Ohio, USA	I definitely prefer using the ipad while it is in this case. Frees my hands to type and make full use of two hand multitouch.
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Apr 3, 2010, 08:54 PM	#18
TypeZero3 macrumors newbie Join Date: Apr 2010	Typing on the convertible book jacket? is there a mode to type in? is it that 1st slot? I'm looking at the case wondering if i should open it do you think that you could show me a typing configuration sort of like the apple case?
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Apr 4, 2010, 12:34 AM	#19
freitas Thread Starter macrumors member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Ohio, USA	The third picture above is about the best typing config.
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Apr 4, 2010, 12:43 AM	#20
phillyred79 macrumors regular Join Date: Mar 2010	I ended up taking mine back and exchanging it for the clear plastic grippy one by Belkin... The incase one was just too bulky and took away from the sexiness of holding the iPad..
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Apr 4, 2010, 01:26 AM	#21
sonictonic macrumors 6502a Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Central Coast, California	Thanks for posting these pics. I'm gonna need to think about this some more... __________________ Mac Geek since Feb. '06! \| Game Center ID: sonictonic 21.5" iMac w/ ATI Radeon \| 3.06GHz \| 8GB RAM \| 2TB HDD TV \| 16GB iPod nano \| 32GB black iPhone 5 \| 64GB white iPad 3
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Apr 4, 2010, 01:29 AM	#22
ChiliBlue macrumors regular Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Houston, TX	Oh, I wish I had gotten that one. I got the purple Incase grip cover and I'm not happy with it. I love the back of the grip case (it has 'bumps' to help grip the device while holding it in landscape mode) but it attracts every piece of dog and cat hair in the house. I'm going to continue to use it until more cases come out and hopefully find something better.
	0

Apr 4, 2010, 01:36 AM	#23
FlashHead macrumors regular Join Date: Feb 2010	I'm going to try a different option that is worth a look (no affiliation with the company). This case has all the functionality of the iPad case (including an angled typing stand position), plus a hand strap when open, plus it's ecologically friendly leather. The other advantage is that it looks like an easy process to place in and take out of the case, since I will want to use it naked often, but still protect it for transport and have a stand when I want. This is the most handsome, functional case I've run across. And it's only $44. http://www.marware.com/products/iPad...4Pa38Ta3aMbN10
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Apr 4, 2010, 01:50 AM	#25
Don Kosak macrumors 6502a Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Hilo, Hawaii	I bought this case earlier today. The dock connector, buttons and switches are all accessible. Also, there is a band (like the one on Moleskin Notbooks) that snaps around to securely close the book case. By accident or design, when this band is closed, it covers the power button, making it very difficult to accidently power on your iPad. It is thicker than some other cases, but if you're planning on tossing it into a carry-on or backpack, that's a good thing.
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