iPad Pro 2018 Smart Cover (not Smart Folio)

[deuxani]

I still have the iPad Mini 4 and after seeing iPadOS I’m finally ready to upgrade to the new iPad Pro (11” or 12.9”, I’m still undecided).

One of the things I don’t like about the iPad Pro’s is that Apple only sells a Smart Folio or Smart Keyboard case. I’m very used to the Smart Covers from before as you have the back exposed, you could still feel and see the device/design, easily detach it if you don’t need it, etc. I like to take the cover off all the time, so a Smart Folio would be too cumbersome for me.

Has anyone here found a Smart Cover for the new iPad Pro’s or do they not exist because of the magnet arrangement?

 

[AutomaticApple]

Has anyone here found a Smart Cover for the new iPad Pro’s or do they not exist because of the magnet arrangement?

An Apple branded Smart Cover?

 

[deuxani]

An Apple branded Smart Cover?

Doesn't have to be Apple branded. I've been looking, but I can't find any.

 

[Jessemtz25]

I've been using the Apple branded smart folio and while it’s ok I do wish they offered a basic smart cover for the front only. But then what about the magnets on the back?

 

[sracer]

Doesn't have to be Apple branded. I've been looking, but I can't find any.

I haven't found any. It is one of the reasons why I'm not buying the 2018 iPad Pros... I only use smart covers on my iPads.

 

[deuxani]

Especially with those flat sides you would expect it to be fairly easy and nice to have a Smart Cover. But I guess there are only magnets on the back now. I have seen one Smart Cover style cover, but it had a part of the attachment on the back (like 2 cm or so).

 

[sickoagb]

Especially with those flat sides you would expect it to be fairly easy and nice to have a Smart Cover. But I guess there are only magnets on the back now. I have seen one Smart Cover style cover, but it had a part of the attachment on the back (like 2 cm or so).

There are definitely magnets on the side, as that’s how it attaches to the Smart Keyboard when opened.

 

[Cnasty]

I haven't found any. It is one of the reasons why I'm not buying the 2018 iPad Pros... I only use smart covers on my iPads.

Weird reason not to buy an entire device amazing device but you do you!

 

[sracer]

Weird reason not to buy an entire device amazing device but you do you!

I've had my share of odd-ball devices where there wasn't the accessories that I wanted. It's not an enjoyable experience. I don't find the 2018 iPad Pros to be "amazing devices". They're nice, but amazing? Not quite.

If I'm going to pay a premium for the latest iPad Pro then I'm not going to compromise by buying some potato of a folio case at an unreasonably high price. I expect value for the items I purchase, and the current folio cases don't provide the value or the function.

Yes, I'm odd that way.

 

[Cnasty]

Yes, I'm odd that way.

Arent we all in our own ways?

Wasn't a knock but was an interesting take I hadn't heard before for NOT buying the new iPads.