Do you think it will fit in the case with an invisible shield or any other clear protection etc
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Pad and Quill anyone?
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I have a Wrapsol full body cover on my iPad. My guess (and it is a guess) is that it should fit fine. I may have to remove the edges but I would think the back piece (and of course the front piece) should not be an issue. Of course I could be totally wrong. Hopefully I can report back with a yes or no in a few days.
That would be great if you could check and report back, thanks.
I was thinking of getting the clear coat?
I'm not sure I've heard of the clear coat. Can you provide a link to that?
I'm not completely sold on the Wrapsol. I purchased it and put the back side on without an issue, the edges were easy. The front was a different issue. I had a time getting it on straight and then found several pieces of "dirt" or "dust" and ended up removing those but the screen cover never "cleared up" and I order a replacement. The replacement went on easier but the cut was NOT precise.
To answer a few of the questions so far...
Regarding the sound amplifier:
the cutout has an angle to it that "redirects" the sounds towards you, rather than just shooting it straight to the side with a straight cutout. It doesn't increase the volume really as much as it pushes it more towards you so that is "sounds" louder. 'Sound amplifier' is better marketing than "sound redirector".
Cover:
I've only had it for a few days, and haven't been rough with it, so I can't really say how well it will hold up over time. But it seems very well put together; Good craftsmanship, no sloppy glue or anything similar. The cover is high quality and seems like it will stand up. The cover reminds me of a hardback artist's sketchbook.
Pics:
Right now my good camera has been borrowed by a relative on vacation. I can take some crappy camera phone pics if that will suffice.
Weight:
Its almost as heavy as the iPad itself, so it does add a bit of weight when carrying it around. I was using the Apple case before, and I can definitely feel the difference when I hold up the case with iPad when reading. The case is really snug (so far), so its a pain to take it in and out. I wouldn't recommend this case to people who like to hold the iPad without resting it on your legs or something. Its definitely a more looks over function type of case. It takes away from the thinness and lightweight of the iPad, and it doubles the thickness. But its really nice looking, especially when you have it propped up for movie watching. Definitely an eye-catcher.
Binding:
The binding and cover are very rigid, and the case doesn't flop down, like some people with Dodocases were complaining about. But I haven't done much typing with it and I've only had it for a short time, so I can't say how well it will hold up over time. But so far no wobbling.
Invisible Shield/Wrapsol:
The case is very snug so I don't recommend a fully body shield; maybe if you left the iPad corners uncovered it would work, but otherwise no.
Overall, I definitely recommend this one over the Dodocase, as it seems to solve a lot of the problems that people had with the Dodo. Rubber is much better than foam for longevity. It 'hides' the iPad much more because the iPad is fully recessed in the case, unlike the Dodo, which only really covers the corners. Complaints that I have so far are that its pretty heavy compared to other cases, the thickness of the case gets into the way of typing as I need to angle my wrists more. The clasp mechanism is tight, but since its basically a ribbon, I have to wonder how well it will hold up over time.
One workmanship issue that I have is that it came with a tiny chip in the top layer of wood. Its where the back of the iPad rests so you can't really see it when you're using it, but its still a little disconcerting, considering the case is on the expensive side compared to others.
Any other questions feel free to ask.
Regarding the sound amplifier:
the cutout has an angle to it that "redirects" the sounds towards you, rather than just shooting it straight to the side with a straight cutout. It doesn't increase the volume really as much as it pushes it more towards you so that is "sounds" louder. 'Sound amplifier' is better marketing than "sound redirector".
Cover:
I've only had it for a few days, and haven't been rough with it, so I can't really say how well it will hold up over time. But it seems very well put together; Good craftsmanship, no sloppy glue or anything similar. The cover is high quality and seems like it will stand up. The cover reminds me of a hardback artist's sketchbook.
Pics:
Right now my good camera has been borrowed by a relative on vacation. I can take some crappy camera phone pics if that will suffice.
Weight:
Its almost as heavy as the iPad itself, so it does add a bit of weight when carrying it around. I was using the Apple case before, and I can definitely feel the difference when I hold up the case with iPad when reading. The case is really snug (so far), so its a pain to take it in and out. I wouldn't recommend this case to people who like to hold the iPad without resting it on your legs or something. Its definitely a more looks over function type of case. It takes away from the thinness and lightweight of the iPad, and it doubles the thickness. But its really nice looking, especially when you have it propped up for movie watching. Definitely an eye-catcher.
Binding:
The binding and cover are very rigid, and the case doesn't flop down, like some people with Dodocases were complaining about. But I haven't done much typing with it and I've only had it for a short time, so I can't say how well it will hold up over time. But so far no wobbling.
Invisible Shield/Wrapsol:
The case is very snug so I don't recommend a fully body shield; maybe if you left the iPad corners uncovered it would work, but otherwise no.
Overall, I definitely recommend this one over the Dodocase, as it seems to solve a lot of the problems that people had with the Dodo. Rubber is much better than foam for longevity. It 'hides' the iPad much more because the iPad is fully recessed in the case, unlike the Dodo, which only really covers the corners. Complaints that I have so far are that its pretty heavy compared to other cases, the thickness of the case gets into the way of typing as I need to angle my wrists more. The clasp mechanism is tight, but since its basically a ribbon, I have to wonder how well it will hold up over time.
One workmanship issue that I have is that it came with a tiny chip in the top layer of wood. Its where the back of the iPad rests so you can't really see it when you're using it, but its still a little disconcerting, considering the case is on the expensive side compared to others.
Any other questions feel free to ask.
Thanks for the in depth review. Howis the case holding up after a few days of use?
Any chance of some close-up pictures, maybe a video, there doesn't seem to be any reviews on YouTube!
Any chance of some close-up pictures, maybe a video, there doesn't seem to be any reviews on YouTube!
I ordered this case two days ago. I had ordered the Book Book case but realized I wouldn't be happy with the elastic bands and so I sought something else that was similar and happened upon the Pad and Quill case. Their website says there is a 10-14 day wait so I'll be patiently waiting.
Some pics for those who are asking! Sorry about the crappy quality, they're all a bit bright 
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I've had this for a while now and as you can see the ribbon is fraying. Theres also a little bit of fray on the fastener fabric as well but nothing major.
One minor gripe for me is a small gap between the back of the case and the ipad. For some reason mine won't sit down any further in the case. Anyone else having this issue?
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I've had this for a while now and as you can see the ribbon is fraying. Theres also a little bit of fray on the fastener fabric as well but nothing major.
One minor gripe for me is a small gap between the back of the case and the ipad. For some reason mine won't sit down any further in the case. Anyone else having this issue?
Does anyone have more pics or experience with Pad and Quill case to share? Does an iPad easily fall out of the case?
It is a very snug secure fit. Take a good bit of "pull" to remove it from the case. I have no fear of it falling out. It does add thickness but it also hides the ipad so it is not obvious what it is.
I got the Pad and Quill Volume 2 case in today (I had ordered the Volume 1 but I'm assuming they quit making them) and I love it. I love how the frame wraps around the iPad and how I can now view the entire front of my iPad instead of covering it up like my other case did.
The case is plain looking from the outside - which I like because it gives it more of a stealth look. I just wish I could combine the outer looks of the BookBook case when the inside engineering of the Pad and Quill case.
The case is plain looking from the outside - which I like because it gives it more of a stealth look. I just wish I could combine the outer looks of the BookBook case when the inside engineering of the Pad and Quill case.
Pictures
This site has lots of good pictures and a video of the Pad & Quill Case.
Here is a review of the Pad & Quill vs. The Dodo Case. Good size comparison here. Much thicker and about 1 pound.
Pad & Quill seems more durable.
This site has lots of good pictures and a video of the Pad & Quill Case.
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http://ipadcaseden.com/articles/pad-and-quill-or-dodo-case/
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http://www.wired.com/gadgetlab/2010/10/ipad-case-smackdown-dodocase-vs-pen-quill/
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