iPad 2 stand suggestions?

[gnychis]

Hi all,

I am not getting the smart case because I am not a big fan of it. However, I'd still like something to stand my iPad up when I'm watching something or to allow me to type easily in landscape mode.

This stand looks nice for propping up the iPad tall for watching things but not for typing. It doesn't give you that angle that the original apple iPad case would give to allow you to type in portrait mode:
http://www.amazon.com/Arkon-Portabl...4?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1300928667&sr=1-4

Does anyone have any other suggestions?

 

[diacritic]

I like the twelve south compass. Expensive but sexy:

http://twelvesouth.com/products/compass/

 

[Aqua Bliss]

Check this:

http://www.alltouchtablet.com/ipad/best-ipad-stand-2968/

 

[dadoftwogirls]

Luxa 2. Best around. I have this exact setup for my iPad 1 and 2. Works great with either. Looks great with either. The arms are ajustable. Top of the line stuff!

http://usa.luxa2.com/product_showroom.aspx?s=15

 

[jedolley]

This sounds familiar...

https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/1121450/

 

[Clix Pix]

I have several Gibson 3-wire holders around my house, which are perfect for the iPad as far as propping it up, supporting it in either landscape or portrait mode and using it. Amazon carries these -- they are reasonably priced and shipping is very quick.

Edited to provide the link:
http://www.amazon.com/4-Pack-Gibson-Holders-3-Wire-Display/dp/B002D3ACN2/ref=pd_rhf_p_t_1

 

[Jamie37211]

i prefer homemade

Fits the new iPad perfectly too!

 

[gnychis]

This one looks pretty cool but expensive:
http://www.breffo.com/aboutspt.html

 

[xraytech]

Can't beat $1.39

http://www.officedepot.com/a/products/999063/Office-Depot-Brand-Business-Card-Holder/

 

[mcdj]

Man, SOMEONE needs to come up with something that doesn't look like a dying robot clutching the iPad. Those are some seriously ugly stands. It's a sleek slab of metal and glass, not a friggin snare drum.

 

[AJsAWiz]

Bookstand/holder

Bought one at Barnes & Noble for the iPad, use the same one for iPad2

 

[unkn0wnsoldier]

Can't beat $1.39

http://www.officedepot.com/a/products/999063/Office-Depot-Brand-Business-Card-Holder/

+1. This is what I used for my original iPad. I have the smart cover for the iPad 2.

 

[diacritic]

+1. This is what I used for my original iPad. I have the smart cover for the iPad 2.

Is it stable? Any pics?

 

[xraytech]

Is it stable? Any pics?

 

[richlee111]

This stand looks nice for propping up the iPad tall for watching things but not for typing. It doesn't give you that angle that the original apple iPad case would give to allow you to type in portrait mode:
http://www.amazon.com/Arkon-Portabl...4?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1300928667&sr=1-4

I just got this stand yesterday. And no, it cannot prop it up at a narrow angle for landscape typing as you said. I played around with angling the 2 arm extensions to see if I can get it in such a position, but no go. For me, I have the Smart Cover, so I use the cover to prop it for the typing position. Also, if you use a cover, skin, or hard case for the back, you should still be able to use the stand with it.

Overall, I do like it and I really think it works well for standing up your iPad for tabletop viewing.

 

[thebubbatex]

Can't beat $1.39

http://www.officedepot.com/a/products/999063/Office-Depot-Brand-Business-Card-Holder/

+1. This is what I used for my original iPad. I have the smart cover for the iPad 2.

Thanks - exactly what I am looking for - less $28.60....

 

[HarryKeogh]

Man, SOMEONE needs to come up with something that doesn't look like a dying robot clutching the iPad. Those are some seriously ugly stands. It's a sleek slab of metal and glass, not a friggin snare drum.

OK, that cracked me up!

And he's right.

 

[iPhone1]

Griffin Loop. Simple, rubber and cheap.

 

[oscarod]

Wow! That 'homemade' iPad 2 stand is incredible!

 

[Wiggum]

Luxa 2. Best around. I have this exact setup for my iPad 1 and 2. Works great with either. Looks great with either. The arms are ajustable. Top of the line stuff!

http://usa.luxa2.com/product_showroom.aspx?s=15

I was close to buying this, it is only $35 from Best Buy.... but reviews were mediocre...

 

[whsbuss]

Wish BB would get the Arkon stand in their stores. I want to see this before buying it.

 

[patrickj]

I like the twelve south compass. Expensive but sexy:

http://twelvesouth.com/products/compass/

I love this one for 'on the go' use. Works great with the original iPad and the iPad 2. I like the JustMobile UpStand for use on my desk.

 

[jhkaplan]

I love this one for 'on the go' use. Works great with the original iPad and the iPad 2. I like the JustMobile UpStand for use on my desk.

How is it in typing mode? With those little tabs sticking up holding the bottom, do they get in the way at all?

 

[Clix Pix]

Here is a photo of what I use for my iPad stands around the house:

http://www.amazon.com/4-Pack-Gibson-Holders-3-Wire-Display/dp/B002D3ACN2/ref=pd_rhf_p_t_1

 

[CH34P3T]

This one looks pretty cool but expensive:
http://www.breffo.com/aboutspt.html

I have one of these for the iPhone, and didn't like it very much. The legs were a little bit difficult to bend around the phone, and I just couldn't get it to hold my phone the way I wanted to. But maybe that's just me.

But as for the iPad, maybe a GroovyStand?
http://www.groovystand.com/