Welcome to another installment of our weekly iPad - typeface roundup , where we flush the deepest inlet of the net for the in style in the world of protective appurtenance for the Magical Tablet . As we come near the middle of summertime , the iPad 2 has been out in the open for several month , devote case manufacturers the chance to unfold their legs and come up with even more unique and innovational designs . It ’s also let them tweak subsist designs to adapt old front-runner to the shape and size of Apple ’s latest iPad .
Without further ado , then , let ’s dive right into this hebdomad ’s choice , which includes a few specimens from the “ whole new category ” alongside some oldies re - imagined for the iPad 2 .
Caze ’s Zero 8
Caze’s Zero 8
Caze : TheZero 8(iPad 2 ; $ 30 ) is a clear , case for the iPad ’s backside with the claim to fame that its maximum thickness does not exceed 0.8 millimeters — make it one of the slender protective accessories on the marketplace . The Zero 8 comes in a package that also hold a “ 3 M Edge Sticker , ” design to insure the metallic element sharpness on cellular data - enabled iPads , a exonerated protector for the front screen door , and a microfiber cleaning material .
The ClamCase
ClamCase : If you ’ve ever yearned to make your iPad look more like a traditional laptop computer , theClamCase(iPad 2 ; $ 149 ) was made for you . This updated adaptation of the ClamCase for the original iPad is a hardshell pillowcase with a full - size Bluetooth keyboard that sports a rechargeable shelling and iPad - optimized role keys . The case ’s flexible joint is designed to swivel around by 360 degree , making it potential for the case to function in four unique wake fashion . The ClamCase is currently available in a matte - black or flatness - white destination , with a Star Wars - inspired “ Trooper Edition ” fall later this summer .
The ClamCase
One of GermanMade ’s hand-crafted case
GermanMade : There ’s slight doubtfulness as to where this producer makes its cases — entirely by hand , using environmentally - friendly materials and a socially - conscious business model . The company’sWeb - based contour engineallows you to pick out from among a variety of models for iPad and iPad 2 , range in price from € 70 to € 130 , that feature extra compartment and a a variety of exterior people of color .
iSkin : charge as the “ Smart Cover Companion , ” theSolo Smart(iPad 2 ; $ 50 ) is a hardshell pillowcase that gibe on the back of Apple ’s pad of paper and is design to work with the Apple Smart Cover , operate so far as to provide a special lockup mechanism that keeps the latter in office more firmly than the iPad ’s work up - in attractive feature . The case , which is usable in a well-defined - and - colour design , also feature Microban antimicrobial technology engraft in the typesetter’s case material , help to prevent the growth of bacteria that make stains and smell .
One of GermanMade’s handmade cases
iSkin ’s Vu
The quirkier - lookingVu(iPad 2 ; $ 60 ) is a shell designed to fit around the back of the iPad and is useable in black , Bondi blue devil , and purpleness . It features a flap on the back that can be pulled out to transform the typeface into a viewing stand with multiple slant for both landscape and portrait preference .
Kensington : TheKeyFolio Pro(iPad 2 ; $ 100 ) combines a Bluetooth keyboard with a smuggled - polyurethane , folio - style case that repeat as a landscape painting and portrait viewing rack . accord to the company , the keyboard is designed specifically for touching typists ( which intend no squishy rubber keys ) and boast a childlike , undivided - push apparatus . Kensington claims ninety hours of working time and forty - five twenty-four hour period of understudy , although it ’s not light if the keyboard practice standard or rechargeable batteries .
iSkin’s Vu
Kensington ’s KeyFolio Pro
TheProtective Folio & Stand(iPad 2 ; $ 50 ) is a combination of a hardshell top that protects the back of your tablet from dent and scratches , and a slip - on front blanket that can protect the iPad ’s covert or play as a landscape - orientation tie-up with four different viewing angle . The dark Folio & Stand provides full access to the iPad 2 ’s camera , buttons , and embrasure .
TheProtective Cover & Stand(iPad 2 ; $ 40 ) is intelligibly inspire by Apple ’s Smart Cover , provide a segmented front that can be used to prop up the iPad for viewing or typing . Unlike its Fruit Company counterpart , however , the Cover & Stand also ply lean but capable protection for the back of the iPad by covering it with a polyurethan shell .
Kensington’s KeyFolio Pro
For simpler aegis indigence , you may want to take a face at theProtective Cover(iPad 2 ; $ 20 ) , which , as its name implies , protect the back of your iPad with a slight shell and is available in blackened , blank , or readable . Alternatively , you could consider theBlackBelt(iPad 2 ; $ 30 ) . Arguably Kensington ’s most original case , this condom bumper wrapper around the sides of your lozenge to offer protection from minor drops as well as to keep the back or CRT screen of the iPad from touching your desk or other flat surface when you plant it down . The BlackBelt is available in a variety of colour , admit black , grey , white-hot , blue , pinkish , over-embellished , cherry , navy , orange , or green .
ModulR ’s Utility Mount
ModulR : TheModulR(iPad 2 ; $ 40 ) is , as its name subtly suggests , a modular system . The base of the system is a Smart Cover - compatible back case — available in transparent , tech white , or classic black — that comes with a hand shoulder strap . you could then bring any of a series of accessory that extends the case ’s functionality . These include a shoulder strap , a car - headrest strap , a wall mount , a utility mount ( perfect for the fridge ) , and a quick sales booth . The accessories can be purchased singly for $ 15 to $ 30 each , or as part of one of several combination camp .
ModulR’s Utility Mount
Rivet ’s Leather Folio Case
stud : TheLeather Folio Case(iPad 2 ; $ 80 ) is handcraft from high - character bleak leather and sport a stylish and slim design . The book binding is compatible with the iPad 2 ’s charismatic sleep / backwash feature article , and the instance can be used as a typewrite platform or a landscape painting - orientation course viewing stand .
Speck ’s CandyShell Wrap
Rivet’s Leather Folio Case
corpuscle : TheCandyShell Wrap(iPad 2 ; $ 55 ) has finally been upgraded to be compatible with Apple ’s newest tab . It offers all the convenience of a Smart Cover along with the added protection of a wraparound case . It ’s usable in a smuggled polycarbonate finish .
Vogel ’s RingO
Vogel ’s : TheRingO(iPad 2 ; $ 70–$100 ) is a universal system that can be used to mount your iPad onto or in a sort of surfaces , include wall , kitchen storage locker , and cars — you could even mount it in your bathroom . In increase to various mounts , the system also includes a band of stands for reading or for resting your tablet on a table . As a incentive , the mounting system is also compatible with the original iPad , although a unlike typeface is necessitate .
Speck’s CandyShell Wrap
iPad (1st generation) Family
iPad 2 family
Vogel’s RingO
