ZaggFolio iPad Keyboard Stand: 2 for 1!

First up you’ll need some professional iPad protection. Additionally, to get any serious work done you’ll also need a functional Bluetooth keyboard. While quality cases and quality keyboards have existed for the iPad since its introduction, very few successfully managed to combine the two into one. Luckily, a product now exists that marries the two perfectly: the ZaggFolio. This case/stand/keyboard combo is every iPad road warrior’s best friend. Combining a hard ABS shell wrapped in luxurious authentic leather (in over 10 different colors!!) with a hard working, high end, Bluetooth keyboard, the ZaggFolio has the best of both worlds. The case converts into a stand for easily getting work done on the go. A long lasting integrated keyboard battery makes sure that even if you’re not charged up with coffee, your keyboard has enough juice to make it through the work week and then some. For more details, check out our full ZaggFolio review.

All in all, the ZaggFolio is a hard working and professional looking iPad accessory packed with value. It combines a top quality clamshell iPad case with what is simply the best bluetooth keyboard we’ve come across for the new iPad 3. No matter where you are, if you are looking to get serious work done on your iPad, you’ll be happy you brought your ZaggFolio along. The ZaggFolio and keyboard with authentic leather retails for $129.99. The colored Polyurethane wrapped Folios are available for $99.99.

Saddleback Giveaway Ho-Down!

The fine ladies and gents over at Saddleback Leather Co have agreed to let us give away one of their Thin Briefcase bags. That’s $411 worth of the best leather bag on Earth.

How To Enter:

Step 1- Post in the comments below what you like most about Saddleback’s Leather Thin Briefcase bag and where you plan on using it.

Step 2- Like us on Facebook, +1 us on Google, or Pin us on Pinterest to seal the deal!

And that’s it! Be creative, and have fun!

Contest Starts:

May 7th, 2012

Contest Ends:

May 21st, 2012

We’ll be looking for the most interesting and unique comment to award the prize to at the end of the contest! May the best comment win!

Uncompromising Craftsmanship, Unparalleled Quality

These days, it seems like nothing is designed to last. Everything comes with a built in 2-3 year expiration date, after which it is to be discarded and upgraded. Not so with Saddleback’s leather bags. After 2 or 3 years of use you are just starting to break these bags in! When it comes to long lasting high quality leather bags, there is simply nothing better than a Saddleback. Two of the top rated iPad accessories on our website are from Saddleback Leather Co, that alone should tell you something!

Built on a philosophy of uncompromising craftsmanship and unparalleled quality, every product they make is backed by a 100 year warranty and is made from some of the highest grade materials available. When you purchase a Saddleback bag for your iPad, you are making an investment that will last a lifetime. This is most certainly the “case” when it comes to the Thin Briefcase from Saddleback.

Saddleback Leather’s Thin iPad Briefcase: Buy Once, Cry Once

If the “buy once, cry once” principle ever applied to anything, the Leather Saddleback Thin Briefcase would be it. Priced at a whopping $411 this case costs a hefty chunk of change. HOWEVER, don’t let the price scare you away. This isn’t a briefcase you will have for a year and then throw out- this is a bag you will have for the rest of your life. This is a briefcase that will be envied by everybody in the office, it will become your faithful companion, your trusted sidekick, your familiar friend in sickness and in health for as long as you both shall live. This is a bag your children and relatives will fight over when you die.

Constructed from the thickest full grain boot leather available, lined with super strong pigskin, double stitched with the strongest marine grade UV resistant polyester thread this side of a top secret government laboratory, and more manly than a fleet of Hummers (the original ones not the pansy H2 or H3), this Leather Briefcase simply has no rival in the office or on the streets. Check out a few of it’s noteworthy features:

• 8 exterior D-rings
• 1 removable and adjustable shoulder strap (that turns the briefcase into a backpack in under 10 seconds)
• 2 large interior compartments
• 1 full-sized/quick-access back pocket
• 2 interior pen pockets
• 6”x6” expandable interior pocket for cords and gadgets
• Hidden nylon reinforcing straps
• Riveted and reinforced handle
• Extra thick double stitched seams
• Huge solid pieces of leather
• Rivets at all the stress points
• And a key holder to boot.
• And even more…

The medium sized bag is 15” H x 11.5” W x 4.24” D and it weighs in at about 4 lbs, which is a bit on the heavy side… but that shouldn’t be an issue since you’ve been hitting the gym lately (right?).

The Last Leather iPad Bag You Will Ever Need

You can easily fit your new iPad 3 and all it’s cords in this bag along with enough room for any other essentials the modern man needs to get work done. Additionally, your iPad will be more than safe inside this briefcase with the extra thick vertical seams designed to absorb shocks from impacts or falls.

This briefcase is designed to be used and broken in. It comes to you clean and pristine and it’s up to you to give it a personality so that every scratch, ding, dent, and scar tell a story- your story. With time it will take on it’s own aged patina, the leather will soften, and it will become as familiar and comfortable to you as that pair of Levi’s you’ve had since high school.

Buy It Now Or Kick Yourself Later

At the risk of waxing poetic… again… this hunk of animal flesh is more than a leather briefcase- it represents a lifestyle, a statement, a goal to strive towards and measure yourself by. It embodies a spirit of adventure, of pride in ones belongings, and of unbridled joy for life. It’s made by some of the most honest to goodness folks you’ll ever meet (and friendly to boot), and it’s hand crafted from some of the best stuff on Earth. Sure it’s expensive, but it’s the last bag you will ever need. The only thing you’ll regret is that you didn’t get it sooner!

Pros: Extremely durable, meticulously made, very versatile (a briefcase AND a backpack), ages with grace (unlike some in-laws we can think of…), incredibly manly

Cons: Expensive, a bit heavy, with so much space you’ll be tempted to load it up with tons of gear- resist that urge unless you want to build some serious muscle

(and don’t miss out on the Saddleback Leather iPad 3 Case or Saddleback Leather iPad Satchel either!)

Tips For Convincing Your Mate (and Yourself)

Oh, and if you are having trouble convincing your significant other that you absolutely MUST own these awesome leather iPad 3 accessories- here’s a few tips from the Saddleback website:
Her to Him

• I feel frisky every time I even think about this case.
• I would just feel so sexy with this case.
• I don’t think I’d ever want to go shopping for another thing all year after holding something like this.

Him to Her

• Just looking at this case makes me want to just HOLD you.
• I don’t know why, but just the thought of this case makes me want to TALK with you for hours on end.
• Think of all of the extra TIME we’d spend TOGETHER on our long walks holding hands and showing off the case.
• Maybe owning my dream case would help me OPEN UP to you and SHARE how I’m feeling and the hopes and dreams I have for us.

Convincing Yourself

• You’ll be more popular.
• You’ll have more friends.
• What’s wrong, you chicken?
• Dave might invite you to his birthday party.
• If you don’t buy this case, then next year when you’re scouring the internet again looking for your next garage sale iPad case, your mind will drift back to this review. You’ll slowly shake your head and say- “Man, was that guy right or what!” And then you’ll slightly squint, press your lips together and give a few small nods. I tell you what, buy it now or kick yourself later.

Making The Case For Books

Pad & Quill is a very special company run by very special people. Born in the heart of a recession by two like minded individuals forged a new path on their own from scratch. Combining the beauty and tradition of old world bookbinding with sexy new age technology, they have managed to carve out a niche for themselves in a fiercely competitive industry. Their products are top notch, the quality and craftsmanship is second to none, and they’re so darn likeable you can’t help but root for them! When you buy a P&Q case, you are getting a hand-crafted piece of art made in the U.S. of A. by honest good people. Oh… and you are getting a pretty awesome iPad case as well!

Octavo Case For iPad 3

If you’ve got the scratch, we fully recommend you take a look at our Octavo Luxury iPad 3 Case review. That luxurious case is one of the few examples of something being even more amazing in person than on paper. However, if you don’t have that kind of dough laying around the standard Octavo Case for iPad 3 doesn’t disappoint in the least. This case has been updated and polished from it’s last version (which was already awesome) to be a true thing of beauty.

In the style of Moleskine’s black notebooks this case is covered in Spanish bonded leather and lined with traditional bindery cloth that exudes a warm supple glow just begging you to touch it. The frame is a sturdy 8 layers of Baltic Birch which form the pages of the Octavo. The frame has been updated and is now stronger than ever. The wood is sanded and finished with a rich lacquer that seals it and leaves a beautifully deep furniture finish. The iPad is held in place with new injection molded Sure-Lock bumpers that hold the iPad securely and enhance it’s shock protection. The magnetic on/off feature has been enhanced and improved as well to work with the iPad 3. All of this is secured shut with the classic Moleskine black elastic band. To seal the deal and complete the illusion of a real notebook, there is a classic PQ ‘bookmark’ which also helps with removing your tablet from the case.

The Octavo iPad 3 Case comes in 5 different interior colors and has an optional Internal Pocket feature as well. You get all this for just $69.99! Oh, and don’t forget that you can get free shipping if you buy any additional item from the Pad and Quill site with your order! Check out the Octavo Case for iPad 3 here!

ReAuthored- More Than Meets The Eye

ReAuthored is a boutique home grown company run by two aspiring case makers seeking to bring a little joy into the world. One crazy idea, an intense love of books, and an unswerving determination to make something unique has resulted in ReAuthored. One of the coolest little companies we’ve come across in a long time! JC and Maha and their little son run the business and they have been featured everywhere from Gizmodo to Better Home and Gardens 2011 gift guide. To them, though, the biggest achievement has been the hundreds of emails they’ve received from customers who absolutely love their cases.

I Spy With My Little Eye… A Book! No… A ReAuthored iPad Case!

You know in the movies when the spies hide all their valuables inside a hollowed out book? You know how you always wanted to make one of those yourself (but never did)? Well ReAuthored has taken this method and turned it into an art form with their iPad Book Case!

Take one hardbound book (ours is a book titled ‘Timelines of World History’), glue the pages together, hollow out the center, line it with a soft luxurious material, insert one iPad 3, and voila! You’ve got yourself a one-of-a-kind iPad 3 Case!

On the outside our ReAuthored case is covered soft leather-like material that feels good and looks great. The case feels good and sturdy in the hands, like a hard back book should. It is secured closed with a nice thick elastic strap. On the inside the iPad is held in place with two corner straps and it works pretty well. There’s even a special pull-tab to help you remove your iPad easily.

Perhaps the coolest feature of these iPad cases is the fact that it is the perfect disguise for your precious tablet. You will feel like a spy pulling this book off your shelf and using the iPad within. There are few things more durable than a hard back book, and your iPad will be safe and sound inside. It will be protected from impacts, drops, kicks, and toddlers dancing on it, and will all but disappear on a bookshelf!

You can choose from 7 different interior and exterior colors, or you can choose to keep the book uncovered and maintain the perfect disguise.

Save A Book, Cover An iPad!

No books are harmed in the making of these cases! Or rather, no books in circulation are harmed. Each book is hand-selected for quality, size, weight, and aesthetic. The heros at ReAuthored save the book from the shredders or the trash pile and give it a new chance at a wonderful life covering and protecting an iPad.

While most books are chosen entirely at random from their high quality collection, if you ask them nicely they’ll even go the extra mile for you and help find that perfect book to fir you or the lucky person you are gifting it to!

Maybe we have a soft spot for boutique companies filled with heart, maybe we watched too much Inspector Gadget as kids (remember Penny’s special power book!!), or maybe it’s the fact that these iPad cases are really really cool… but whatever it is the ReAuthored iPad 3 Case is awesome and we give it 5 stars! Get your one-of-a-kind iPad 3 Book Case and Make It Yours today! The ReAuthored iPad 3 cases are available here for $59.99.

Vaja Leather Agenda Case for New iPad 3

Vaja makes a great line of iPad 3 cases. One of their very best is the Vaja Leather Agenda. This is a padded folio-style case that opens like a book and features 2 stand positions for low angle typing and video viewing. There is a sexy thick elastic strap that secures this case closed, and it comes equipped with a magnetic sleep/wake function. The leather used is genuine hide from the top 10% of Argentina’s leather, hand selected for quality, strength, character, and grain. Hand made by skilled craftsman to some of the highest standards in the leather industry, this soft and sexy leather iPad case may just be the ultimate professional accessory! The Vaja Leather Agenda Case for iPad 3 is available for $220.

Beyza Executive Leather Slim Case for iPad 3

Unparalleled detailed craftsmanship and stitching go into all of Beyza’s Leather iPad 3 cases. This slim case is no different. The professional leather slim iPad 3 case is designed to be protective but look great at the same time, adding no additional bulk to your favorite tablet. The front cover folds back and forms a stand in a similar style to the original Apple iPad 2 cover. Featuring the magnetic sleep/wake function, it conserves battery life and stays closed when you want it to. The interior Alcantara lining protects your iPad and adds another layer of luxury to this great case. This is a stunning hand made leather case that protects your iPad 3 completely, plus it looks absolutely beautiful. We love how slim this case is, and the luxury feel of the high quality leather. The Beyza Executive Leather Case for iPad 3 is available for $149.

Sena Leather iPad 3 Folio

We’ve reviewed Sena’s products extensively in the past. Sena is a company that makes outstanding leather cases and accessories for a number of high end electronics. They pack a ton of features into each and every design, and maintain an air of sophistication as well. This folio is no different. Hand crafted from the finest quality full grain leather, this folio style case looks great at any board meeting. Inside is a soft velvet lining, multiple credit card pockets, and a kickstand to hold your tablet upright when showing it to your colleagues. The Folio is perfect for any sophisticated setting, and it offers full padding and protection to your precious tablet as well. These cases are great, and they are priced very competitively. The Sena Leather iPad 3 Folio is available for just $99.

PDair Black Floater Leather iPad 3 Cover

Specially designed for the new iPad, this case is made from high end soft and supple leather and is accented with white overstitching for a perfect stylish finish. On the exterior there are some stylish stitching patterns, and the interior is lined with a soft material and fine finishing to make it look even more beautiful. There are built in magnetic studs to keep the case closed, and it also supports the sleep/wake function in the iPad 3. This case transforms into a stand with adjustable viewing angles for typing as well as displaying at your next board meeting. PDair has a number of other styles available too that are just as sexy as this one. This PDair Black Leather iPad 3 Cover is available for $114.

Style may be in the eye of the beholder, but with these luxury leather cases for your iPad 3 you will look stylish in almost any beholder’s eyes. Don’t be the guy at the next meeting with that pink plastic case made in China covering his iPad. Show the world you are so successful that even your iPad is dressed to the nines with one of these professional iPad 3 cases!

*note- many of these cases were originally designed for the iPad 2 and will work flawlessly with either generation.

Survivor Extreme iPad 3 Protective Case

A little over-engineered, a little ridiculous, a little awesome. The military duty Survivor case is designed to ensure that your new iPad 3 survives anything and everything you throw at it. One of the only cases that has been tested and certified to meet and exceed the US Department of Defense Standard 810F, the Survivor Case from Griffin offers protection from dirt, rain, vibrations, drops and more. A shatter resistant polycarbonate frame is wrapped in tough shock absorbing silicone with a built in screen protector that keeps your iPad’s “resolutionary” screen safe. All the ports have hinged plugs to prevent water or dust from getting in, and all the buttons are covered but can be accessed through the silicone. It also comes with a fancy clip-on stand for landscape viewing or typing. It’s one mean case and it’s very affordable too! Get the Griffin Survivor Case for iPad 3 for just $79.99

Intellicase Slim Folio iPad 3 Smart Cover

The Griffin Intellicase builds on the already cool design of the Apple Smart Cover and (dare we say) improves on it with a hard shell protective cover on the back of the iPad too. The flexible cover safely keeps the front of the new iPad 3 safe and sound, while attaching to the back as well with a hard polycarbonate shell. The front cover folds back and turns into a stand that will support the iPad in landscape mode for viewing or typing. It also supports the auto sleep/wake magnetic smart cover functionality as well. The case is micro-textured on the outside to improve grippiness without sacrificing quality. This is a great case that adds almost no bulk at all to your Apple tablet. The Intellicase for iPad 3 is available for $59.99

Stylish Elan Folio Cabana Case for iPad 3

Reminiscent of sipping pina coladas in a tropical cabana, the new Elan Folio case certainly is a stylish improvement on the more traditionally conservative Griffin styling. The new case features fun colors, fashionable stripes, and fantastic functionality. This a folio style case that has the magnetic smart cover functionality that we all know and love. Constructed from high quality materials and built to last, this case also features strategic cutouts for all the ports and controls. It comes in both red and blue, and would be a great little case to take with you on your next Hawaiian vacation! We love the colors and playful styling and hope this is just a glimpse of the new direction Griffin is taking their accessory lineup! The Elan Folio Cabana for iPad 3 is available for just $49.99

This is just the tip of the iceberg with Griffin though, they’ve also got a plethora of other cases and accessories available from RC Helicopters to Styli and more. Check out Griffin Technology’s extensive list of iPad 3 Accessories today!

Saddleback Leather iPad 3 Case

Looking more akin to a leather journal than a traditional iPad case, the Saddleback iPad 3 Case practically begs you to use it and abuse it. Constructed from ultra thick full grain leather, the thickest and highest quality you’ll ever come across, and lines with pigskin, the worlds 2nd strongest leather (second only to kangaroo), this case will laugh in the face of danger and spit in the eye of disaster.

Two thick leather straps wrap around and secure it firmly shut on the back, these straps can also be folded back and used to prop the iPad up into a low angle stand. Every seam is stitched and reinforced with industrial marine grade thread and there are cutouts for all the ports and cameras on the iPad. The iPad 3 slides firmly into place in the molded bed and is protected from all sides and corners.

The Saddleback iPad 3 case is unapologetically heavy and chunky. It’s designed to be used and abused. The leather isn’t “buttery soft” and pre-broken-in like other cases, that part is up to you. This leather iPad 3 case that will age beautifully and soften up the more you use it. It will take in the oils from your hands and develop a gorgeous rich patina that will make it uniquely yours. Oh, and it comes in 4 different colors.

If you are looking for something that is rugged enough to protect your iPad 3 from just about anything, manly enough to make other dudes jealous, and classy enough to look great at the office… then look no further than the Saddleback Leather iPad 3 Case for $104.

Pros: Incredibly manly, unique style, rugged design, will outlast your iPad and probably you

Cons: Heavy (it’s a manly man’s case)

Saddleback Large iPad Sleeve

If you are the kind of person who doesn’t like complication in your life, then you might prefer to wrap your iPad in something a little more simple like the Saddleback large iPad gadget sleeve. There’s no shame, and great joy to be found, in appreciating the more basic things in life after all.

This sleeve fits your iPad 3 perfectly and is constructed from the same 100% stout full grain leather that all their other items are made from. This leather is 2-2.2 mm thick, which is thicker than most cowboy boots! Made from just one piece of leather with continuous-filament double stitched seams, this sleeve is as sturdy and durable as it gets. Your iPad will be completely protected in this pouch since there’s plenty of shock absorbing leather around all the edges to handle most anything you can throw it at… I mean throw at it. The large gadget sleeve is available in 4 different colors: Tobacco brown, Chestnut, Carbon black, and Dark Coffee Brown. The Saddleback Large iPad Sleeve is available for $55 now!

Pros: As durable as it gets, rugged design, will last you and probably your children

Cons: Tight fit until you break the leather in

Picking A Color…

If you are unsure about which color you should get then perhaps this chart from Saddleback’s own site will help you (they’ve kind of got a lot of experience in this field):

Tobacco Light Brown (Sanguine)

•   Easy going
•   Laid back and casual
•   Likes old Land Cruisers
•   Forgives quickly
•   Creative (enjoys writing)
•   Loves big dogs
•   Traveler
•   Never met a stranger
•   Low maintenance
•   Lots of random thoughts
•   Inventor
•   Funny
•   Loves the outdoors
•   Adventurous
•   Only wears clothes because you have to

Carbon Black (Phlegmatic or Choleric)

•   You look good in a thick black leather jacket
•   Rides a cruiser type motorcycle
•   Wear thick black framed glasses
•   Drives a Volvo or Saab
•   Perfectionist
•   They know your name at the coffee shop
•   Sci-Fi is your favorite genre
•   Are very interested in Oriental culture
•   Prefer cats over dogs
•   Loves modern contemporary style square furniture

Chestnut Reddish Brown (Choleric or Melancholy)

•   Professional
•   Highly educated
•   Belongs in a Mercedes Benz or Jaguar
•   Classier than most
•   Perfectionist
•   Has excellent taste in dressing and decorating
•   Great sense of humor
•   Intellectual
•   Smokes a pipe instead of a cigarette
•   Appreciates the finer things

Dark Coffee Brown (Phlegmatic or Choleric or Melancholy)

•   Loves the outdoors
•   Is the best friend of many people
•   Reads a lot of books
•   Loves big dogs
•   Intellectual
•   Loves adventure
•   Independent
•   Musical

If you still aren’t sure, then just buy all four colors!

Visit Saddleback Leather Co Today!

]]> http://www.ipadaccessories.com/ipad-3/cases-covers-ipad-3/rugged-leather-ipad-3-cases-from-saddleback/feed/ 0 http://www.ipadaccessories.com/other-ipad-accessories/nomad-compose-dual-tipped-bliss/ http://www.ipadaccessories.com/other-ipad-accessories/nomad-compose-dual-tipped-bliss/#comments Tue, 13 Mar 2012 00:28:48 +0000 admin http://www.ipadaccessories.com/?p=5618 The Nomad Brush is THE best iPad stylus on the market. There I said it. Deal with it. If you are interested in painting or drawing on your iPad in even the slightest, then a Nomad Brush is absolutely essential. It’s no secret that we love them to pieces, we said as much in our Nomad Brush review a few months back. We didn’t think it was possible to love Nomad Brush more than we already did… but now they have given us even more reason to love them: The Dual Tipped Nomad Compose! Yes, what was already perfect has just gotten more perfect…er. Check it out!

Pushing Digital Art To New Heights

For the uninitiated, a Nomad Brush is an iPad/iPhone stylus with capacitative bristles instead of a clunky rubber nubbin. It feels, paints, and behaves every bit like a real paint brush. The brush tip is a combination of natural and synthetic fibers that when combined make for a purely zen like experience when interfacing with your tablet screen.

These high quality brushes are a digital artist’s dream come true. They flow like magic across the glass creating smooth frictionless strokes and beautiful works of art. First came the long tip brush which was just amazing, then came the short tip brush which offered more control and easier detail work for smaller screens. And now we have what could be called the zenith of capacitative brush technology: The Dual Tipped Nomad Compose.

Dual Tipped Brushing Perfection

The new Nomad Compose now comes with two interchangeable tips- on one end you have the long or short bristles, and on the other end you have the new Glide Bevel Tip which is comprised of .05” long micro-bristles for spot on sketching and interfacing with any small objects on your iPad’s screen.

Additionally instead of a walnut and carbon handle, the new Nomad Compose is made from precision milled aluminum parts to ensure that it will last even longer. We love the way the new glide bevel tip feels, it gives the sense of control and precision that sometimes are necessary, while still maintaining that smooth friction free stylus experience we know and love.

This brush comes in either a Long Tip or a Short Tip version and both include the new Glide Bevel Tip as well as a cool looking Aluminum End Cap. Just screw on the pieces you want and away you go! Now with 4 options available, you are going to have a hard time choosing which brush you might want. Our recommendation? Get the Nomad Compose Long Tip brush. It offers the flowing feel of a real brush with the precise control of a stylus thanks to the Glide Bevel Tip. Score your very own Nomad Compose today for just $39.00 on Amazon.

Nomad Compose Long Tip | Nomad Compose Short Tip

It makes the perfect gift for that aspiring artist in your life!

]]> http://www.ipadaccessories.com/other-ipad-accessories/nomad-compose-dual-tipped-bliss/feed/ 0 http://www.ipadaccessories.com/ipad-3/cases-covers-ipad-3/crazy-protection-otterbox-defender-for-the-new-ipad/ http://www.ipadaccessories.com/ipad-3/cases-covers-ipad-3/crazy-protection-otterbox-defender-for-the-new-ipad/#comments Sat, 10 Mar 2012 21:39:19 +0000 DaveO http://www.ipadaccessories.com/?p=6472 Updated with hands on photos and review! Let’s just get straight to the point. If you need ultimate protection for your new iPad, you need the new Otterbox Defender. Otterbox has been making rock solid cases and accessories for over a decade and we’ve seen a steady progression of style and features from their flagship iPad product: the Defender. With the new iPad announcement came a new Otterbox announcement: the Defender has been updated and redesigned to work with both the iPad 2 and the new iPad 3! The new Defender case represents the latest evolution in iPad protection technology. Read on for a review of this hard-core case…

Crazy Protection…

The new iPad comes equipped with the new A5X chip, a quad-core powerhouse packing pixel pushing power. The Otterbox Defender comes equipped with quad core power too: the Defender packs 4 layers of advanced protection technology. An integrated screen protector (no installation and no bubbles!) protects the iPad’s screen from scratches, smudges and finger funk. A polycarbonate shell with internal memory foam cushions and cradles the iPad from sudden shocks and drops. A form fitted silicone skin further cushions the iPad and provides a great grippy surface to hold on to. Finally, a removable polycarbonate shell protects the front when not in use, and doubles as a portrait and landscape stand in one position, and a kick-back typing stand in another. The cover contains magnets compatible with the iPad’s sleep functionality.

It’s not enough that Otterbox merely designed an intense case, oh no, the other half of the equation is the execution, and Otterbox executes to perfection. The silicone skin fits precisely with rubber “nubs” that fit snug into slots in the polycarbonate shell. The shell clicks satisfyingly together letting you know it’s connected properly and the stand mates perfectly with the case. All the iPad’s ports and buttons are protected by the case, but remain accessible by small flaps and custom molded buttons.

Otterbox Defender Hands On Thoughts

The first thing you notice about the new Otterbox Defender case is the packaging. Otterbox has significantly upgraded their packaging and overall presentation of their products, and the new packaging is reminiscent of the packaging we got our new iPad 3 in. When you first see it and open it, you can’t help but go “Ooooh!”

The packaging isn’t the only thing that’s new about the latest version of the Defender. Almost every feature on it has been redesigned and tweaked to make a much more attractive, stylish, and more mature case overall. The plastic is now all textured and there’s more of it in the spots that matter, and less in those that don’t. The screen protector is now built in and prevents scratches, smudges, and fingerprints as well as potential spills. The port covers are redesigned and easier to access, gone is that huge fold out port for the syncing cable and instead is a much smaller and more reasonable port cover. The camera hole has been widened to allow for more light to reach the camera sensor, and even the protective shield/stand has been enlarged and tweaked with smart magnets

Most importantly though, installing this case is about 100x easier. Installing the last version of the Defender case took a good 20 minutes and no small amount of swearing and sweating. The newest version of the Defender though is a joy to install and takes less than 5 minutes to get the plastic covers in place and get the silicone wrapped around the edges. With this newest evolution of the Defender case for the iPad 3, you still get all the protection of a WW2 tank but in a much classier and more mature package. We wholeheartedly recommend this case for anybody needing extreme protection in extreme circumstances!

At a Crazy Good Price!

All in all Otterbox hits another grand slam in iPad protection. The new Defender retails for $89.95 at Otterbox.com, also be sure to check out the sweet Otterbox Latch while you’re at it!

]]> http://www.ipadaccessories.com/ipad-3/cases-covers-ipad-3/crazy-protection-otterbox-defender-for-the-new-ipad/feed/ 0 http://www.ipadaccessories.com/ipad-3/cases-covers-ipad-3/a-slew-of-ipad-3-compatible-cases-on-amazon/ http://www.ipadaccessories.com/ipad-3/cases-covers-ipad-3/a-slew-of-ipad-3-compatible-cases-on-amazon/#comments Sat, 10 Mar 2012 18:29:34 +0000 DaveO http://www.ipadaccessories.com/?p=6518 The new iPad 3 was announced close to a week ago and compatible cases have been starting to pop up on Amazon.com. While the iPad 2 and iPad 3 are nearly identical in form factor, they are different enough that some cases are not directly compatible. These tend to be form fitting cases and skins while folio cases and sleeves usually have enough play in the fit to work with either iPad model. We’ve gathered a nice list of well-reviewed iPad 3 compatible cases on sale on Amazon right now! All the following cases are guaranteed to be iPad 3 compatible so hit the jump and check them out…

Targus Slim Case

First up is the Targus Slim Case. This case features a padded outer shell wrapped in water resistant twill and a soft touch interior lining precisely designed to fit the new form factor of the iPad 3. A precision cut camera opening allows the newly designed camera to take high quality pictures while still safely enclosed in the case. The cover contains magnets that are compatible with the iPad’s magnetic on/off feature and can fold back to provide two viewing angles and one typing angle. As if that wasn’t enough, there is even a place for your stylus built right into the case. This case was designed to give maximum protection without adding unnecessary bulk to the iPad’s slim profile. Available in 5 colors; black, red, bone/white, charcoal gray, and indigo, there is a color to match anyone’s style. Check it out on Amazon right now!

Targus Vuscape

Next we have the Targus Vuscape for the third-generation iPad. This case features a professional, sleek leather-like exterior and a soft touch interior lining with extra padding for extra protection. The case supports three viewing angles via deep groves on the interior of the cover. A camera cut-out gives easy access to the iPad’s improved camera, perfect for snapping photos on the go. The circle cutout on the back for the Apple logo tops off this great looking case. Available in 4 different colors; black, bone/white, calypso, and charcoal gray. Check them out on Amazon right now!

Targus Versavu

Targus also has a very unique offering in the world of iPad accessories with the Targus Versavu. The Versavu features the same durable, padded outer case and soft-touch interior lining, camera cutout, magnetic on/off cover, and stylus holder as the prior two cases. But what really sets the Versavu apart is that the case supports 360 degrees of viewing via its unique rear case design, all without having to remove the iPad. We’ve used such cases before and the feature works very well, all without adding bulk or excessive cost. The Versavu comes in 4 colors; black, charcoal gray, charcoal gray/bone white, and charcoal gray/calypso pink. Check it out on Amazon right now, you’re sure to be impressed!

CaseCrown Bold Standby

Next up is the CaseCrown Bold Standby case. This low cost case is highly reviewed and packed with features normally found in higher priced cases. The case is wrapped in faux-leather with a soft interior lining that won’t scratch or scuff your iPad. The cover kicks back into a landscape stand that is also convenient to type on. A magnet hidden in the case’s cover works flawlessly with the iPad’s magnetic on/off feature. The price, coupled with the stylish look, makes this case a winner! Check it out on Amazon!

INVELLOP Leatherette Smart Cover Case

For those that love the smart cover but dislike the lack-of-back protection comes the INVELLOP Leatherette Smart Cover case. Essentially, this case is identical in form and function as Apple’s very own Smart Cover but adds a hard, form-fitting shell to the back. The cover contains magnets compatible with the iPad’s magnetic on/off feature, and rolls up into a landscape stand for viewing and typing. The hard shell has a camera cut-out for easy picture taking too. All this coupled with a low price and wide array of colors makes the INVELLOP Leatherette a strong competitor for your hard earned cash. Check it out here today!

rooCase Dual Station Case

Rounding out this list are two great iPad 3 cases by rooCase. First up is the Dual Station Premium Leather case that, despite questionable capitalization, features many extras that normally only come on more expensive offerings. A convertible cover enables landscape viewing and typing. Unique among this list is a convenient hand strap to make holding the iPad worry free. A camera cutout and speaker holes give complete access to all the iPad’s wonderful set of functions while maintaining complete protection. The rooCase Dual Station comes in black, red, magenta, and pink. Check them all out here!

rooCase Convertible Premium Leather Case

Last, but certainly not least, is the second offering on our list from rooCase. The rooCase Convertible Premium Leather Case supports a stunning 24 different viewing angles via its innovative ribbed cover. The cover is fully compatible with the iPads magnetic on/off feature, has camera and speaker cut-outs and comes in 4 colors; black, red, magenta, and pink. All these features coupled with a low price and tons of positive reviews makes the rooCase Convertible case a winner. Check it out on Amazon here!

So there you have it! 7 great cases at great prices, all guaranteed to fit your new iPad. Any cases you feel like we’ve left out? Leave them in the comments below.

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