I have the new magnet red leather case. Nice design but lacks protection of everything but screen. Even the outer edges are starting to show minor nicks which could have been prevented with form fitting case. Looking for a new case, but wondering if any will incoperate new auto on feature?? Any nice Thin bumper types out there or what other cases recommend.
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Do you like iPad 2 new case
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I just read a article yesterday that talked about the teardown of the smart case. I'm sure since the other manufacturers now know the mechanics, it will only be a matter of time before we see similar cases. Hopefully Apple doesn't hold a patent on the design.
Not to be nit picky but Apple was pretty clear that they are selling a cover and not a case. As a cover, I think its awesome and very well engineered and made. To protect the back, I've ordered a skin from Best Skins Ever. I know it won't protect it if I drop it, but it will protect against nicks and scratches from tables and everyday wear and tear.
I like the smart cover. I just ordered a designer skin for the back from www.skinit.com to protect the back when the device is laying on the table.
True. I agree great screen cover, but it's the thin outer edge over the top of black border that is the problem. Very small nicks, but I know they are there.
I have the Orbino and Vaja for the iPad 1, so I hope to be able to still use those (one for the gym/one for carrying) temporarily until the companies make new ones just to protect it.
I expect it'll fit loosely in the gen 1 cases, but I'll be careful. It beats nothing.
I expect it'll fit loosely in the gen 1 cases, but I'll be careful. It beats nothing.
The ghost armored I ordered should protect back and front, but as stated that thin outer silver edge nicks easily so be careful. iPad cover does not protect that.
I love mine. Even more so after accidentally spilling a little coffee on it yesterday and seeing how the liquid evaporated and left no stain or mark of any kind. This thing is awesome. Pricy, but awesome.
For the record, I don't obsess about scratches on the back.
For the record, I don't obsess about scratches on the back.
The problem is finding a case that protects but also keeps the device's slim elegance. I wouldn't want to bulk it up with a heavy case, I love the weight and slim profile.
I like it a lot.
I also got a 10.2" netbook sleeve made by Tuari at Target for $12.99 that easily holds the iPad with smartcover on that I use when the iPad is not in use.
That way I get the nice minimal design when using it, and still have it well protected at other times.
I also got a 10.2" netbook sleeve made by Tuari at Target for $12.99 that easily holds the iPad with smartcover on that I use when the iPad is not in use.
That way I get the nice minimal design when using it, and still have it well protected at other times.
I got the griffin élan folio slim. It's nice. Doesn't fit the iPad 2 perfectly, but it's stills better than the smart cover.
Don't like it. It's not much of a case. It's not even a good screen protector. After seeing one in person, I am convinced it's nothing more than a straight screen cover.
from apple.com:
"iPad Smart Cover
So much more than a case, the Smart Cover was designed alongside iPad 2 to be its perfect match: a thin, durable cover that magnetically aligns for a perfect fit."
Candy shell + smart cover
http://www.insanely-great.com/news.php?id=11617
Nomonomnom, case that uses it own smart cover as part of the case, have a look
EDIT: Sorry, it's for the ipad 1, they'll probably make one for the ipad 2 and use magnets.
Found it http://www.speckproducts.com/tablet-ipad-cases/ipad-2-cases/pixelskin-hd-wrap-ipad-case-black.html - For the iPad 2
http://www.insanely-great.com/news.php?id=11617
Nomonomnom, case that uses it own smart cover as part of the case, have a look
EDIT: Sorry, it's for the ipad 1
, they'll probably make one for the ipad 2 and use magnets.Found it
http://www.speckproducts.com/tablet-ipad-cases/ipad-2-cases/pixelskin-hd-wrap-ipad-case-black.html - For the iPad 2
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http://www.insanely-great.com/news.php?id=11617
Nomonomnom, case that uses it own smart cover as part of the case, have a look
EDIT: Sorry, it's for the ipad 1
Found it
Just what I was looking for!! Thanks. I am thinking about modding the cover and using apples along with. The mag should still work. Thanks for the link
Problem is the stand picks up dirt and dust when in that position and then grinds it into the screen when it's in that position.
If you only want a cover, don't care about protection of any sort this is a decent cover. Other than that it's overpriced and there are much better options.
If you only want a cover, don't care about protection of any sort this is a decent cover. Other than that it's overpriced and there are much better options.
the case is good, but no case is great for everything. Great idea about the magnets (though, by no means that novel an idea) though, cause they are going to enable lots of case makers, but...
...let's face it no case is perfect, cause no case can be all at once, slim, protective, doubling up as a stand, doubling up as a variable inclination stand in both vertical an horizontal, etc. etc.
no case can do all, so choose your poisons, and do so wisely.
...let's face it no case is perfect, cause no case can be all at once, slim, protective, doubling up as a stand, doubling up as a variable inclination stand in both vertical an horizontal, etc. etc.
no case can do all, so choose your poisons, and do so wisely.