Best iPad 3 Case

Even with the magnet not working, I still like my Targus Versavu the best. Plus, Targus is going to send me a free replacement case as soon as it's ready, and I don't have to send back my current case. That's customer service for sure.

I am reading this post with quite an interest since i need a case for my brand new iPad 3 too. However, since i already own an iPhone, i know that my highest priority is safety. Dropped my iPhone a few times. luckily, i put a protective case on it before using it, so no damage of any kind. I am using Otterbox Defender there and it is working great. I do not care that it makes it bulkier since the protection it offers trumps the bulk for me.

However, i read reviews on Otterbox for iPad and see a lot of complaints about screen protector part on that one. I agree with them since even on the iPhone it is a little bit of an issue, and i have a strong filling that it will be a much bigger issue for iPad.

Price does matter, but i would rather pay a few more dollars (or find a coupon to bring the price down) than loose an expensive iPad because i was too cheap to protect it well.

I have found these 2 and want to ask if anyone has an opinion/personal experience with these or another similar one. would you please share? thanks

http://www.gumdropcases.com/drop-series-the-new-ipad-case.html

http://store.griffintechnology.com/survivor-ipad-3

and Otterbox

http://www.amazon.com/OtterBox-Defender-Series-iPad-Generation/dp/B007IV7KRU/ref =sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1334857205&sr=1-3

I purchased the SNUGG cover for the iPad 3 which fits beautifully and functions as described. Furthermore, for added protection I purchased the CASECROWN Faux Suede Zip Sleeve Case for $12.18 from Amazon which completely 'fits' my ipad with SNUGG cover attached. I am pleased with both. Eventually, I would like to purchase the Otterbox iPad 3 protection case AFTER they provide a better built in screen protector. The current one denudes the quality of the Retinol Display too much in my opinion.

I just get the leather case for new iPad with magnet smart cover and glad it works nice as the ipad 2 cover, the delicate genuine leather design make me deep love into it...

http://www.slickfans.com/leather-case-for-ipad-3-ipad-2-new-ipad-with-ultrathin- genuine-leather-smart-cover-gray-ggmm_p83.html

Options for the 3 are getting better all the time, but I have a favorite that has done me well. Very professional, practical and versitle.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005Y1CYSQ

Hi Joe,

I finally got myX-Doria Smartstyle and my iPad and I want to thank you for your on-target recommendation. It is really terrific and I love it. See my comments at the end of this discussion on page 8.

Hi @bourgogne_rouge,

I'm so glad you like it. I also recommended to many of my friends some of whom bought it.

I can also see some more variety of cases in their website, all for the new ipad -

http://x-doria.ae/shop/tablet-ebook-reader/apple-ipad/apple-ipad2/ipad-3-dash-fo lio-black-detail.html

http://x-doria.ae/shop/tablet-ebook-reader/apple-ipad/apple-ipad2/engage-clear-n ew-ipad3-detail.html

Don't know if these are on amazon tho.

This case looks exactly like the original iPad case. Check it out

http://www.sacases.com/ipad-3-covers-ipad-3-cover/45-carton-style-sleepwake-up-c ase-for-ipad-3-black.html

This one too

http://www.sacases.com/ipad-3-smart-cover/97-ultra-thin-auto-wake-upsleep-smart- case-for-ipad-3-white.html

I have been using Joli Originals sleeves ever since I've got my original iPad.

http://shop.jolioriginals.com/iPad

Handmade and really good quality! :-)

The Ifrogz Summit was my favorite case for the iPad 2. So, I eagerly ordered the new version for the 3. But, the new case is NOT just like the version for the 2 with an added stylus holder and business card pouch. They changed the design of the way it is propped up. It will not stay in the propped up position if you touch the screen. It is really awful. Beware.

Should you need a budget one, I've found this pretty good for $12 with s&h: http://www.dealextreme.com/p/protective-pu-leather-case-for-new-ipad-black-12407 7

Its only problem is the lack of automatic unlock support on the iPad 3. (Works with the 2.)

Are you kidding me? You spend $600+ on one of the most sophisticated, cool, sleek pieces of technology in the world and you want to spend $12 for a case that doesn't even work? Am I missing something here?

I think this is the best case I've used so far http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0089F3CXU .

Give it a shot! Good Luck!

This seems very similar to the X-Doria Smartstyle except that it is imitation leather. Here is a review I wrote on the Smartstyle that is no longer visible because it was written for the white version which is currently out of stock.

Great design matches iPad, May 7, 2012

This review is from: SmartStyle for new iPad & iPad 2 (White) (Electronics)

I too have this case in black, but am putting the review here because black seems to be temporarily out of stock.

I am totally taken by this case. The automatic on-off function works perfectly, the leather front piece of the case folds entirely back flat and latches in that position with a magnet. It adds almost no bulk or weight to the iPad and is stylish, sleek, and classy looking with a textured and patterned leather and detailed workmanship. I looked at a lot of cases and I think it really has it all, appearance, function, lightness, and sleekness that justifies the somewhat higher price. So many of the others are either plastic, imitation leather and/or are clunky and detract from the design beauty of the iPad.

I bought a leather case from Brookstone for my iPad and absolutely love it. It's genuine leather, covers entire iPad and has a magnetic, removeable keyboard that can also be used on other BT devices. The keyboard does not run on batteries, it is rechargeable instead. It holds a charge forever and has full size keys, because it's magnetic you can position the keyboard anyplace you like on the cover. I highly recommend this case, though a bit pricey it's worth every penny. Brookstone does have another one with a built in keyboard but the case isn't leather and the keyboard is not removeable. Hope this helps.