iPad cases thread.
Add your best iPad case here, you are only allowed mention 2: your winner and your runner up.
I'm looking into this myself. I'm thinking I want something very minimal.
Vaga appear to have some interesting stuff: http://www.vajacases.com/home.html Though I've still yet to conclude what makes a good iPad case. Less is more I'm thinking.
I'm looking into this myself. I'm thinking I want something very minimal.
Vaga appear to have some interesting stuff: http://www.vajacases.com/home.html Though I've still yet to conclude what makes a good iPad case. Less is more I'm thinking.
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The first case I bought for the iPad is a standard white silicone stretch-over case, feels kind of thick. It cost me about US$7.50.
A) A neoprene slip cover for when not in use,
or
A slim rubber skin.
Not sure I want something on the iPad when I'm using it, but I definitely do not want anything anywhere near as bulky and ridiculous as the Apple case and similar alternatives.
That doesn't mean someone else can't make a nicer/cheaper version of the idea, I just can't see going with a slipcase only.
Assuming it doesn't add too much in bulk, I can't see why you wouldn't want something at least as flexible as the Apple case. Protection plus a comfortable typing position plus a comfortable table top viewing position? Seems like a no-brainer.
That doesn't mean someone else can't make a nicer/cheaper version of the idea, I just can't see going with a slipcase only.
I've always had a problem with cases that add bulk (they always do) and can't be easily removed and stowed when not needed (which is most of the time). I'm going to spend some time with the iPad before deciding what sort of case is necessary or useful, but at the start I will probably spring for some sort of slipcase just to protect it when carried.
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Big
However, what to do about ipad? Unlike the iphone, which you need handy on a moments notice, the use of ipad may not be quite so urgent. More like a laptop. Do you get a "sleeve" that is meant to protect the device during transport, but gives you the ability to use ipad as designed, without any extra bulk or weight when in use? But then what about viewing angles and typing? You need a stand, and possibly a keyboard. That's a lot of stuff to lug around...
Do you get a flip top book jacket thingy, which looks cool in theory, but will make it difficult to dock, heavier to hold, etc..,?
Is there such a thing as a flip top case where the ipad easily detaches for use out of the case?
What about a sleeve that comes with a little folding ipad stand? or a sleeve that can be folded by some combination of straps to form a handy stand?
If any of these designs end up working well, please send me some royalties.
Is there a support group for people obsessing, not over the ipad, but over the CASE?
The apple case is nice but not for everyone. It is well suited to carrying out of the house, providing a flip-over screen protector. Nice scratch protection but little drop protection.
Howerver that flippy screen protector also makes it annoying for around the house use. I far prefer the more grippable and decreased hassle of the belkin case. While the apple case doubles as a stand, that functionality isn't something I need.
For me the case is just for grippability and scratch protection when placed on hard, abrasive or dirty surface. As a side benefit, I noticed that it is more comefortable to hold in cold weather. The aluminum really sucks heat away from your hands.
YouTube of unboxing, annoying commentary but at least it shows the case:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bC2Ctnu3pxk
Griffin Elan Sleeve. Love it.
Maybe, but fifty bucks?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...ef=oss_product
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...ef=oss_product
Whatever you do, don't fall for the Sprint case they were advertising with the Overdrive. I don't have a link to the original ads. But this is what they actually ship.
And don't fall for the Sprint "4G" bullshit. 3G in most countries is faster (7.2M) than Sprint's Overdrive device (3-6M). The real 4G spec shows speeds can go up to 50M. I think this kind of marketing lie should be illegal.
http://www.ipadsock.net/