Magnet on 9.7 inch iPad Smart Cover will not stick to iPad
We recently purchased two Smart Covers for a 9.7 inch iPad and neither has a magnet powerful enough to stick to the iPad. The case falls off when you pick it up
iPad Pro, iOS 13
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We recently purchased two Smart Covers for a 9.7 inch iPad and neither has a magnet powerful enough to stick to the iPad. The case falls off when you pick it up
iPad Pro, iOS 13
Hello,
Are you certain you are attaching Smart Cover in the correct orientation? The microfiber side will lay flat onto iPad’s display. Smart Cover also will attach to iPad’s left side.
Magnet on 9.7 inch iPad Smart Cover will not stick to iPad