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ipadder said:
I got mine from Cimo Cases! I don't have pics right now but I pulled some from another forum:

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http://www.cimousa.com 15 bucks, not bad imho.
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Would love to see some more pics of this case. I looked at it on the website, but it is difficult to tell what it really looks like. I also don't know about the cut out in the back for the Apple logo. The price is great though!:D
 
im using the incase clear back cover iPad case they had at the Apple store. For travel use i found a cheapo netbook case. i also have the apple book case, but i am undecided on how i feel about it yet. so this is my current "set up"

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I'm looking for the thinnest possible case with a built-in kickstand. I will just use best skins ever for the front part. I'm convinced that is all the protection that I will need for the front.
 
fishmd said:
Would love to see some more pics of this case. I looked at it on the website, but it is difficult to tell what it really looks like. I also don't know about the cut out in the back for the Apple logo. The price is great though!:D
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Here's some more I pulled up:

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I just got the incase black neoprene sleeve and I don't like it. I feel odd holding it around and feels like I'm exposing myself shouting I'm carrying around an iPad. At least that's what I felt at like one in the morning last night.






I need a better case for portability.
 
All I'm interested in are Folio Cases, so far the Cloak Undercover looks the best looking. I'll wait for reviews before ordering.
 
I just got this clear plastic back-case from newertechnology.
http://www.newertech.com/products/nuguardclear.php
it was only $25+$2 usps first class shipping
I took pics http://img51.imageshack.us/g/img0072jp.jpg/
The build quality is pretty good and the protection on the back of the ipad is better than any case I've used before. My ipad snapped right into the case and fits very well and is even hard to remove because of how well it fits. The only thing I don't like about it is that there are big gaps in coverage on the sides to allow space for the buttons, speakers etc that are bigger than necessary and there is a slight gap between the plastic case on the back and the aluminum back(I assume to cushion impacts better).. and on the sides in the gap areas your fingers can catch on it a little. Another downside to this and probably all hard plastic covers is that when I'm reading a book in bed with the ipad and holding the ipad up above my face.. the case is so slippery it's hard to hold the ipad in front of your face and your hand gets tired from gripping so hard to avoid slipping.
I am pretty sure this newertech case is a rebranded version of this case:
http://www.handhelditems.com/ipad-crystal-clear-polycarbonate-padshellor-case-clear-p-132382.html $20+$2 shipping
so if you prefer to get the case with no "newertechnology" logo on the back get this one.
From reading this thread I think I'm going to try a gel skin case, probably the cimo one.. which I think is also a rebranded one from handhelditems
 
HappyDude20 said:
I just got the incase black neoprene sleeve and I don't like it. I feel odd holding it around and feels like I'm exposing myself shouting I'm carrying around an iPad. At least that's what I felt at like one in the morning last night.






I need a better case for portability.
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Oh the web we weave.

So am I mentioned I'm not too fond of the small 10.2 inch netbook black InCase neoprene sleeve. The iPad still has some wiggle room while it's inside and the thing that scares me the most is that even though the inside feels super slush and soft; in no way would that protect the glass screen on the ipad in case it was ever to fall.

So today I bit the bullet (again) and purchased the Griffin Elan leather case which I do enjoy more than the InCase sleeve, though i do have sone qualms about it as well. Check it out:

http://www.griffintechnology.com/products/elan-passport-ipad

The leather feels great, it doesn't feel like a cheap imitation and for $50 it shouldn't. This case dies offer better protection fir the iPad overall as opposed to the incase sleeve. It essentially has a bit more structure/frame which I enjoy, and it even has 4 little pockets for business card sized things and one big pocket, though still super thin for random papers and whatnot. My dislikes about this case is that in the little straps that hold the iPad itself obstruct access to the "set lock screen" toggle and also to the headphone jack and mic as well. These reasons I just mentioned should be more than enough for me to be upset about this case but in all reality its the best case ive held so far and it something I wouldn't mind carrying around...this case doesn't scream out that you're carrying an iPad..it more so looks like you're carrying around a little notebook or something...like a little note taker.

Anyways, looks like I'll be returning the incase sleeve tomorrow and this will be my iPad case unless something a lot more awesome comes along.
 
I bought the apple case when i got my iPad. I really like it. I like having the kickstand and the screen protection when i close the lid. I'm kind of surprised that more people don't like it. I have found very few flaws with it. Having the kickstand while i am in classes at college all day make it the perfect case for my usage. I am though looking for a bag to carry it around in while go to and from classes.
 
HappyDude20 said:
Oh the web we weave.

So am I mentioned I'm not too fond of the small 10.2 inch netbook black InCase neoprene sleeve. The iPad still has some wiggle room while it's inside and the thing that scares me the most is that even though the inside feels super slush and soft; in no way would that protect the glass screen on the ipad in case it was ever to fall.

So today I bit the bullet (again) and purchased the Griffin Elan leather case which I do enjoy more than the InCase sleeve, though i do have sone qualms about it as well. Check it out:

http://www.griffintechnology.com/products/elan-passport-ipad

The leather feels great, it doesn't feel like a cheap imitation and for $50 it shouldn't. This case dies offer better protection fir the iPad overall as opposed to the incase sleeve. It essentially has a bit more structure/frame which I enjoy, and it even has 4 little pockets for business card sized things and one big pocket, though still super thin for random papers and whatnot. My dislikes about this case is that in the little straps that hold the iPad itself obstruct access to the "set lock screen" toggle and also to the headphone jack and mic as well. These reasons I just mentioned should be more than enough for me to be upset about this case but in all reality its the best case ive held so far and it something I wouldn't mind carrying around...this case doesn't scream out that you're carrying an iPad..it more so looks like you're carrying around a little notebook or something...like a little note taker.

Anyways, looks like I'll be returning the incase sleeve tomorrow and this will be my iPad case unless something a lot more awesome comes along.
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I have this case also. It doesn't block the headphone jack on mine. It only blocks the rotation switch (which I can live with I think)

It's odd though, as the on/off switch at the top is covered by the leather strap, but it actually makes it's easier to use. They must have known this as it's an unusual arrangement .Just works out ok.

What I hate is the closing strap. Most people want this but I have a M-edge leather case for my Kindle DX that is almost exactly like the Griffin which doesn't have the strap and it's ifinitly better without it. The strap just sort of flops around when it's open.

I'm definitely going to end up removing it somehow.

It's worse than having a huge dead pixel staring at you :D
 
uncola said:
I just got this clear plastic back-case from newertechnology.
http://www.newertech.com/products/nuguardclear.php
it was only $25+$2 usps first class shipping
I took pics http://img51.imageshack.us/g/img0072jp.jpg/
The build quality is pretty good and the protection on the back of the ipad is better than any case I've used before. My ipad snapped right into the case and fits very well and is even hard to remove because of how well it fits. The only thing I don't like about it is that there are big gaps in coverage on the sides to allow space for the buttons, speakers etc that are bigger than necessary and there is a slight gap between the plastic case on the back and the aluminum back(I assume to cushion impacts better).. and on the sides in the gap areas your fingers can catch on it a little. Another downside to this and probably all hard plastic covers is that when I'm reading a book in bed with the ipad and holding the ipad up above my face.. the case is so slippery it's hard to hold the ipad in front of your face and your hand gets tired from gripping so hard to avoid slipping.
I am pretty sure this newertech case is a rebranded version of this case:
http://www.handhelditems.com/ipad-crystal-clear-polycarbonate-padshellor-case-clear-p-132382.html $20+$2 shipping
so if you prefer to get the case with no "newertechnology" logo on the back get this one.
From reading this thread I think I'm going to try a gel skin case, probably the cimo one.. which I think is also a rebranded one from handhelditems
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I actually really like the look of http://www.handhelditems.com/ipad-crystal-clear-polycarbonate-padshellor-case-clear-p-132382.html and the way you can bend it...
 
I was going to make a sleeve for mine out of denim. I slipped it in a leg of old blue jeans and it fit exactly. All I did was sew up one end and leave the hem at the other end, open.
 
owzer said:
http://www.marware.com/products/iPad/Eco-Flip-for-iPad

This one looks interesting...
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I found all of Marwares new iPad cases on Amazon that are not even listed on Marwares site http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias=aps&field-keywords=marware+ipad+case&x=0&y=0

Marware has sent me this case as a review sample - It's a dual layer silicone case http://www.amazon.com/Marware-Sport...UTF8&s=office-products&qid=1271043836&sr=8-12
Looks to be a fantastic case, hope i like it.
 
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Ilounge has a great gallery of cases.
http://www.ilounge.com/index.php/accessories/ipad

I bought the apple one at launch. after a week i love but hate it. The built in stand is great. But I don't like the sharp edge as it's uncomfortable to hold with two hands and try to thumb type in portrait mode. it's also a bit heavy and thick, and hides the beauty of the ipad. I really want to go naked but am afraid of scratching it.

So I bought this http://www.ilounge.com/index.php/reviews/entry/speck-pixelshield-for-ipad/ in black. I really like the handle. it's super thin and light and has the added benefit of the interior being lined with slighly fuzzy material that wipes some of the smudges off the screen.

I also just ordered this carbon fiber skin for the back, and it shows the logo which I think is pretty cool. pics look great and it would keep it light, yet save from scratches sliding across the table.

I like the idea of the belkin vue shown by a few folks here. The apple sales person said that apple had their own version that was as good, maybe a little better when i was in the store, but when i went online i couldn't find it. Those that have the Belkin, can you comment on weight and how thin the material is? how clearly can you see through the back?

Lastly I really like this case, I need more pictures though to figure out if I am going to buy it. http://www.myincipio.com/product/IPAD_CASE_IPAD-141 I like that the handles only pop out when you need it and it looks like there's a pocket for my Verizon MiFi, even keeping a cable in there. I was looking for a case that is thin, has a handle, and can keep my mifi in there.

Here's a carbon fiber case for looks that probably isn't practical :) http://droconcepts.com/ipad/carbon-fiber-ipad-case.html

and yes, i've spent countless hours researching cases online and in store.

I really like the speck one so far. anyone know of a flat portable stand? The incase gels come with a flexible stand that props it up. i'd love to buy just that.
 
machacker said:
I bought the apple case when i got my iPad. I really like it. I like having the kickstand and the screen protection when i close the lid. I'm kind of surprised that more people don't like it. I have found very few flaws with it. Having the kickstand while i am in classes at college all day make it the perfect case for my usage. I am though looking for a bag to carry it around in while go to and from classes.
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I like my Apple case. I bought it to use in the interim until I found something better but I like it well enough that I haven't bothered shopping forma new one.
 
flynz4 said:
I generally do not like cases or screen protectors.

I did buy an Apple case for my wife's iPad (which I am using until my 3G arrives). I have mixed feelings. It is one of the thinner and lighter cases but I still dislike the bulk it adds.

I took a quick flight yesterday to CA and back... and I used the iPad both ways without the case at all. I just slipped it into the "file" portion of my backpack. It worked fine.

My wife likes it better with the case. I think I prefer mine naked... but I might pick up some type of sleeve just to keep it in during transport.

/Jim
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I too prefer it naked I just can't deal with how slippery the unit is , it's uncomfortable holding it naked for that reason, I read alot of Comics and I'm just afraid i'm gonna drop the thing. So it's the Apple Case for now.
 
Don't have an iPad yet since I'm in Canada, but I've been browsing for iPad cases, following two caught my eyes.

quirky cloak, when it's available $42 (multiple color choices)

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something pricey but pretty cool, Temple handmade all leather ipad case $189 (it's really a satchel/manpurse/bag/kickstand, in full brown leather, or brown leather & military green waxed, or black)

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Not a fan of the silicon skins. They have a propensity to gather up dust and scratch the finish on my 1st Gen iPhone. So I stay away from skins.
 
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