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Kal-037

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... Some of the things I really like the iPad Airs and Minis more than the Pro for is the colorful Smart Covers (they add personality and identity to the iPads.) I am curious since I had an Air 2 Red Smart Cover that seems to fit the 1st Air, does anyone think the Mini 2 Smart Covers will fit the mini 4? I like the Orange color they added and also don't want the ones I have to just go to waste. :)



Kal.
 

oldwren

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Jan 3, 2012
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The mini 4 is taller than previous generations, so older Smart Covers won't fit properly.
 

ron7624

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Oct 14, 2011
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Houston, Texas area
... Some of the things I really like the iPad Airs and Minis more than the Pro for is the colorful Smart Covers (they add personality and identity to the iPads.) I am curious since I had an Air 2 Red Smart Cover that seems to fit the 1st Air, does anyone think the Mini 2 Smart Covers will fit the mini 4? I like the Orange color they added and also don't want the ones I have to just go to waste. :)



Kal.
No, it won't fit. Apple has them listed separately on the website. As stated earlier, they are physically taller. I've got a couple that will go to waste myself, unless I decide to keep the Mini 2, but that in itself would be a waste.
 

oldwren

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Jan 3, 2012
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The silver/white mini + new blue Smart Cover look pretty together. Very Apple Store-ish.

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Leonick

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Jan 24, 2014
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is protection that covers the front and not the back all that smart? :eek:
I think the smart part is that what is essentially travel protection for the screen can also be used as a stand. It's not smart protection, it's protection that is smart.

Besides the aluminium back hardly needs as much protecting as the glass front.
 

Vegasm

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Sep 15, 2015
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Am I the only one that's annoyed by the fact Apple makes you buy 2 cases instead of the previous Smart Case for iPad Mini 2/3 etc.?

Right now you're forced to buy a seperate front and back protective cover.. I have to say it's a smart move from Apple, but as a customer I'm not happy :( I liked my Smart Case!
 

bigcat

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Sep 12, 2008
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Am I the only one that's annoyed by the fact Apple makes you buy 2 cases instead of the previous Smart Case for iPad Mini 2/3 etc.?

Right now you're forced to buy a seperate front and back protective cover.. I have to say it's a smart move from Apple, but as a customer I'm not happy :( I liked my Smart Case!

yeah, smart + back = $100 ouch
 

newellj

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Oct 15, 2014
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For me and the universe of my expected drops, the full smart case works very well. The leather back provides a fair bit of drop protection as long as you're talking about a somewhat soft surface (linoleum, carpet, etc. - not hardwood, stone, etc.).
 

ron7624

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Oct 14, 2011
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Houston, Texas area
I got a .59 cent Moko promotional case from Amazon today. Now waiting for 2 things. My Mini 4 and Apple to release a leather case. I also ordered a Skinomi® TechSkin - Apple iPad Air Screen Protector + Full Body Skin Protector and will apply the full body skin to the back, hopefully Thursday.
Granted the Moko is not a full time or even long term protector, but is something I can use till I'm all set. I have used a Moko in the past on other devices and they work just fine for an interum period.
 

Ledgem

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Jan 18, 2008
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Is the silicone casing for the back grippy? I like to prop my iPad up against a computer monitor or have it laying on inclined surfaces. If it were "naked" it would slide down. Previously I've been using an Otterbox Defender case, which has a rubberized exterior that is nice and grippy. I'm wondering if the silicone cases are similar.
 

Badrottie

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May 8, 2011
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Am I the only one that's annoyed by the fact Apple makes you buy 2 cases instead of the previous Smart Case for iPad Mini 2/3 etc.?

Right now you're forced to buy a seperate front and back protective cover.. I have to say it's a smart move from Apple, but as a customer I'm not happy :( I liked my Smart Case![/QUOTO
Am I the only one that's annoyed by the fact Apple makes you buy 2 cases instead of the previous Smart Case for iPad Mini 2/3 etc.?

Right now you're forced to buy a seperate front and back protective cover.. I have to say it's a smart move from Apple, but as a customer I'm not happy :( I liked my Smart Case!

I was going to order one so no smart case iPad Air 2??? Damn!
 
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