With the new photos of the iPad3 exterior case and from rumors, it seems the iPad3 will likely fit most iPad2 protective cases (covers).
Does this seem plausible?
Does this seem plausible?
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iPad2 cases to fit iPad3?
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Well, if it's 100% same, then it should work. But, if it's slightly thicker, then some of the cases, like the ZUM Back cover, could not work.
Wait for the official release of the iPad 3, or iPad 2S. If Tim Cook (or whoever it's going to be) says that there are absolutely no external&cosmetic changes, then it will work.
Wait for the official release of the iPad 3, or iPad 2S. If Tim Cook (or whoever it's going to be) says that there are absolutely no external&cosmetic changes, then it will work.
As far as the ZUM back cover goes, this is what was told to me by the U.S. rep for ZUM in Hong Kong. They were going to replace my pink cover free of charge due to cracking in the corners. However, they are no longer manufacturing the iPad 2 covers, they are "preparing for iPad 3", and they only have frost or smoke black iPad 2 covers left.
I can only assume that means there may be a slight difference in size of the back. It is rumored that the original Apple Smart Cover will fit the ipad 3.
I can only assume that means there may be a slight difference in size of the back. It is rumored that the original Apple Smart Cover will fit the ipad 3.
Well according to this, from Engadget, the form factor is the same. Unless apple is going to release an iPad Two Thirds.
http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/12/crapgadget-ipad-3-case/
Thanks guys. I ask because I bought a fairly expensive cover made for iPad2 in anticipation it would work for iPad3. It wasn't a hard case form fitting type, but more of a flexible slip-over type cover.
Took a risk but we'll have to see. So far looks positive. Looks like the external ports/camera access will be the same.
Took a risk but we'll have to see. So far looks positive. Looks like the external ports/camera access will be the same.
I thought I read that the camera position had changed slightly (based on an analysis of a rumored iPad3 shell part.). but if your case covers that then no problem. I bought a W/F sleeve for my iPad2 and as far as I can determine as long as the width and height are the same a slight difference in thickness will not be a problem.
Here is a link toshow what I am talking about..
http://9to5mac.com/2012/02/13/leake...uggest-sharp-made-retina-display/#more-137536
Here is a link toshow what I am talking about..
http://9to5mac.com/2012/02/13/leake...uggest-sharp-made-retina-display/#more-137536
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As if anyone here would know this.
Never expected anyone would know this. Just speculatiing. What does anyone really know from Apple? Strange comment.
The Smart covers will fit on both the 2 and the 3.
There is a "compatibility" chart on the smart cover sales pages in the store.
There is a "compatibility" chart on the smart cover sales pages in the store.
Think I would have problems with the Yoobao executive leather case for the iPad 2 fitting the iPad 3? Trying to get all my accessories to be here when my new iPad gets here. Don't really want to wait for "official" iPad 3 case if the current version 3 will work just fine.
What do you think about the SPIGEN SGP iPad 2 Leather Argos series case?
http://www.spigen.com/tablets/apple/ipad-2/sgp-ipad-2-leather-case-argos-series.html
We are talking a few millimeters thicker, right? Shouldn't be a problem then? I hope..
http://www.spigen.com/tablets/apple/ipad-2/sgp-ipad-2-leather-case-argos-series.html
We are talking a few millimeters thicker, right? Shouldn't be a problem then? I hope..
All of the tight snap on backs such as the Zum Ultimate or the Speck Smartshell will not fit the new iPad.
LOL...their site says "Due to the nature of the Vintage leather, color of the case may vary from the picture"
Vintage leather??? Is that like from old cows?
It's so easy to get the dimensions of the new iPad instead of guessing, right?
The new iPad is 0.6 mm thicker or .02 inches. With the possible exception of the hard, plastic snap on cases and skins, every iPad2 case will fit.
Whats about the price?
I couldn't get any idea from there?
But I really got impressed from it. I wish to have one.
This is not true. I literally just bought an incase magnetic snap cover for iPad 2 and it fits perfectly! I bought it hoping it would fit, knowing I could easily return it if it didn't and it does. Even the camera hole is the right size.
