if it did hold up well, its kind of cool. Its has this surprise moment. People assume it is a book but when opening it up, it is an iPad.
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The Comprehensive iPad Accessories Thread
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I thought I might get the Bamboo Vers Audio iPad case, but ipadaccessories.com just put up these gorgeous wooden cases from Substrata:
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I know, not for everybody. But I think they're beautiful, and their iPhone cases are awesome, too. Great for eco-conscious types. I wish they made one for Macbook!
I know, not for everybody. But I think they're beautiful, and their iPhone cases are awesome, too. Great for eco-conscious types. I wish they made one for Macbook!
I thought I might get the Bamboo Vers Audio iPad case, but ipadaccessories.com just put up these gorgeous wooden cases from Substrata:
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I know, not for everybody. But I think they're beautiful, and their iPhone cases are awesome, too. Great for eco-conscious types. I wish they made one for Macbook!
That looks nice, not my cup of tea, but nice. However, from the pictures, it appears that the ports and such are covered.
According to the website, it's a work in progress and the ports will be accessible in the final version. That's how they have it with the iPhone case:
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But I think the ports will only be accessible in the sliding case.
But I think the ports will only be accessible in the sliding case.
I haven't seen the iPad in the Timbuk2 Netbook Messenger yet - but da kid says she thinks that it will probably fit WITH the case on in there.
If i can pry it from her hands for oh, 2 seconds, i'll try it myself and update my post on the first page.
If i can pry it from her hands for oh, 2 seconds, i'll try it myself and update my post on the first page.
Please do! Pictures if you can.
I'm starting to lean towards another Timbuk2 bag. I just wish the netbook messenger came in more colors or was available on the BYOB. There appears to be a Red/Black color combo on Dell.com that I have not seen else where and looks pretty nice http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?sku=A3092424&dgc=SS&cid=27530&lid=627063.
The bigger question is why the hell don't we have an iPad Accessory sub-forum? There will be much more hype then iPhone accessories from now on.
I have to agree with her, it will probably fit in there with the case.
I hope these pictures help - the only place space might be an issue is at the bottom, it tapers some. I do really think it is going to fit in there with the Apple Case. That is to be delivered on Tuesday so i'll know then!
Color wasn't as much as an issue around here - DD needed all black to be in uniform for Civil Air Patrol. I did too, but i'm a rebel and got the lime green one because I liked it
Red & black would have been nice, but i really like the grey on teh Lime too. Actually, i probably wouldn't change much on mine if i built it myself! LOL!!
A screen shot of one of the pics incase no one wants to go to flickr.
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I have to agree with her, it will probably fit in there with the case.
I hope these pictures help - the only place space might be an issue is at the bottom, it tapers some. I do really think it is going to fit in there with the Apple Case. That is to be delivered on Tuesday so i'll know then!
Color wasn't as much as an issue around here - DD needed all black to be in uniform for Civil Air Patrol. I did too, but i'm a rebel and got the lime green one because I liked it
Red & black would have been nice, but i really like the grey on teh Lime too. Actually, i probably wouldn't change much on mine if i built it myself! LOL!!
A screen shot of one of the pics incase no one wants to go to flickr.
Thanks for the picture.
iPad wooden stand
Most of the book/plate stands won't work for iPad when the USB connector is plugged in. The plastic/aluminum stands are flimsy for the heavy iPad.
I got bored of iPad lying flat so designed & build a stand/holder for iPad myself using Maple hardwood & slip resistant pad.
Here's the link for details. It is very sturdy & doesn't move on multiple touches to iPad.
Most of the book/plate stands won't work for iPad when the USB connector is plugged in. The plastic/aluminum stands are flimsy for the heavy iPad.
I got bored of iPad lying flat so designed & build a stand/holder for iPad myself using Maple hardwood & slip resistant pad.
Here's the link for details. It is very sturdy & doesn't move on multiple touches to iPad.
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Gadgeteer did a review on the Tom Bihn Ristretto for iPad/Netbooks.
http://the-gadgeteer.com/2010/04/03/tom-bihn-ristretto-bag-for-ipad-review/
This is one of the bags I've been looking at and it was nice to see a closer look at it.
http://the-gadgeteer.com/2010/04/03/tom-bihn-ristretto-bag-for-ipad-review/
This is one of the bags I've been looking at and it was nice to see a closer look at it.
Some really nice cases out there, but none of them appear to mimick the functionality of Apple's own in that it can double as a muti-angle stand without any additional apparatus.
Means at the moment I'll still plunge for the Apple case, unless something else comes out before we get our hands on the iPad in the UK!
Also, has anyone tried to use a Gorillapod mobile as an iPad stand? I currently use mine with my iPhone, so was wondering if it was up to the job with the iPad too...
Means at the moment I'll still plunge for the Apple case, unless something else comes out before we get our hands on the iPad in the UK!
Also, has anyone tried to use a Gorillapod mobile as an iPad stand? I currently use mine with my iPhone, so was wondering if it was up to the job with the iPad too...
For europe, Macally has the black BookStand. IMO, it looks nicer than the Apple Case and it has similar functionality. Unfortunately, the U.S version only comes in a grey suede ATM.
http://www.macally-europe.com/productpage.php?product=1926
http://goincase.com/products/detail/convertible-book-jacket-cl57512
Takes pressure off hands holding it as well. The notches are spaced out and it's a little bulky but it is far superior to the apple case.
This is on the list to check out if the Apple one won't work for the kid. I'd really like some sort of combo silicone grippy thing with a folio type of covering....
OK
a couple of days in, here's what I want.
Minimalism.
I want to add grip and edge/corner protection.
My fantasy "case" right now is a molded rubber-band like product that will stretch just around the outer edges of the iPad, leaving the remainder of it naked.
Part of this is due to the already existing weight of the iPad; I don't want to add any more to it.
I tried the incase silicone covers at the Apple store and was amazed that I didn't like them; I assumed I would. But, they are 1) bulky, 2) slippery and 3) do not adhere well around the edges (stretch away from the ipad too easily).
So, what are the best "minimalist" options?
Minimalism.
I want to add grip and edge/corner protection.
My fantasy "case" right now is a molded rubber-band like product that will stretch just around the outer edges of the iPad, leaving the remainder of it naked.
Part of this is due to the already existing weight of the iPad; I don't want to add any more to it.
I tried the incase silicone covers at the Apple store and was amazed that I didn't like them; I assumed I would. But, they are 1) bulky, 2) slippery and 3) do not adhere well around the edges (stretch away from the ipad too easily).
So, what are the best "minimalist" options?
Quickie review of official Appple case:
I swore several times, including in this very thread, that I wasn't getting the official case. But the cases I did want mostly haven't made it to market yet, and after getting my iPad Saturday I quickly realized I was going to need something, ideally with a kickstand. I had some trepidation when I picked up the case box (it weighs mere ounces) but i have to say it seems very well designed. The thin/lightweight design, I realize now, is to avoid adding bulk to your nice sleek device. However, it's also quite versatile: ideal for propping in landscape, portrait, or typing mode. And I can stop worrying about scratching up the back.
Not saying it's the best thing out there, but having used it now it's apparent some thought went into it.
I swore several times, including in this very thread, that I wasn't getting the official case. But the cases I did want mostly haven't made it to market yet, and after getting my iPad Saturday I quickly realized I was going to need something, ideally with a kickstand. I had some trepidation when I picked up the case box (it weighs mere ounces) but i have to say it seems very well designed. The thin/lightweight design, I realize now, is to avoid adding bulk to your nice sleek device. However, it's also quite versatile: ideal for propping in landscape, portrait, or typing mode. And I can stop worrying about scratching up the back.
Not saying it's the best thing out there, but having used it now it's apparent some thought went into it.
I have to agree with her, it will probably fit in there with the case.
I hope these pictures help - the only place space might be an issue is at the bottom, it tapers some. I do really think it is going to fit in there with the Apple Case. That is to be delivered on Tuesday so i'll know then!
Color wasn't as much as an issue around here - DD needed all black to be in uniform for Civil Air Patrol. I did too, but i'm a rebel and got the lime green one because I liked it
Red & black would have been nice, but i really like the grey on teh Lime too. Actually, i probably wouldn't change much on mine if i built it myself! LOL!!
A screen shot of one of the pics incase no one wants to go to flickr.
I'm curious to see how you like it with the Apple case. As an aside, is the bag large enough to throw an ultra-portable Laptop into the main bag? Every now and then I need to carry my small Dell work lappy with me.