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Best iPad 3 Case

Hello guys. Could anyone point me in the direction of a very good iPad 3 case that covers the back and also folds over the front. similar to the one that Apple launched with the iPad 1. Im not fussed about one with a magnet that just covers the screen. I'm in the UK. Best wishes..

iMac, Mac OS X (10.7.2)

Posted on Mar 13, 2012 9:08 AM

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Mar 21, 2012 12:08 PM in response to johnb0002002

johnb0002002 wrote:


This is the closet one I have found to the iPad 1 folio case. I have been looking since March 16 for such a case. Unless something better is announced this week I will probably get this one.


Company: Hard Candy

Candy Convertible case for the new iPad 3


http://www.hardcandycases.com/candy-convertible-the-new-ipad-case.html

Wow- This is absolutely the ONLY case mentioned in this entire thread so far that I think comes close to the original request (a case very similar to the iPad1 Apple case).


Thanks!!

Mar 21, 2012 5:16 PM in response to Babangida@me

I bought and received this case today.


http://www.amazon.com/INVELLOP-BLACK-Leatherette-Smart-Generation/dp/B006R2OH4A/ ref=pd_cp_e_0


It fits my iPad3 perfectly. People complain about its lack of wake up/sleep function, however, I don't care much since I upgrade from iPad1. My only complain is its weight, it feels heavy. On the other hand, it is very solid.


On the amazon link, there was a guy who did a video review, that prompted my purchase.

Mar 21, 2012 9:30 PM in response to 04K12GT

04K12GT wrote:


gcubed - have you seen the pics for the iLuv OrigamiFolio? I have the iPad 1, 2, and "new", and my favorite case is the Apple case for the iPad 1. So far this is the closest I have seen to a Smart version for the new iPad.


http://www.i-luv.com/product_detail.asp?idx=1684&category_cd=t55&cat_lev=1

It doesn't appear to have the broad cutouts on the sides like the other one. There is no mention of the surface texture on their site- is it smooth or rough? $89- ouch. Thanks for the info..

Mar 22, 2012 6:27 AM in response to gcubed

I have the same question about the texture and material. And thanks for pointing that out about the cutouts, I hadn't noticed that before. The OrigamiFolio description says "Maintains access to all inputs and controls" which is vague. (BTW - The OrigamiFolio actually sells for less than $89, it can be had for $79 if you are a first time buyer from iLuv, or $50 if you shop third party sites)


The Hard Candy case you mentioned does indeed look like the closest thing to the original iPad 1 case, thanks.

Mar 22, 2012 9:53 AM in response to Babangida@me

So many choices! Great thread for an iPad noobie.


Sorry for asking this again, but I never got an answer to this. I want something that will be comfortable holding while commuting and standing. I've loved Speck products for the iPhone and have been waiting for their updated version of the Handy Shell for iPad.. https://www.speckproducts.com/tablet-ipad-cases/ipad-2-case-handyshell-grey.html. Any thoughts? Thanks.

Mar 23, 2012 5:14 PM in response to Babangida@me

The new iPad is my first iPad. I have iphone and other apple stuff. Anyway, I have been looking online for the past few days at cases. Mostly I see the folio style cases. I dont think I would like those. I am thinking just a hard shell backing maybe even just a sleeve type. Maybe I am just used to the iphone, but I dont think I want to have to worry about removing a "smart cover (or other) and fold it to the back or put it back on.. I just dont think i need that??!?!? What do you guys think? (BTW I do have a screen protector)


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