iPad Cover and Case Blog

The iPad 2 is all about a good combination of aesthetics and functionality. But if you want to further augment the tablet’s value for day-to-day use, it wouldn’t hurt to buy a case or cover for personalization and adding a little bit of protection.

Check out these five iPad 2 cases:

iPad 2 Smart Cover

If you want to spend $70 for an official case for Apple’s 2^nd generation tablet, then the iPad 2 Smart Cover is your only choice. As the company describes it, the case is the perfect do-it-all companion for the tablet. You can use it as a stand for comfort while playing games, surfing on the web, and watching movies. Smart Cover is also very slim since it only covers the screen, bypassing protection for the already durable aluminum back. It also comes with a magnetic component which it uses to attach itself to the iPad 2 and can also signal the tablet if it can go to sleep mode or wake up. The latter function eliminates pressing the lock button or other keys to lock the iPad 2 or resume the last session.

Bear Motion

Pro Ebiz has introduced the next generation of its Bear Motion case for the iPad 2. In the new version, the case also takes advantage of the tablet’s automatic sleep mode depending on whether the screen cover is closed or not. The case is designed to accommodate all the tablet features and therefore does not require its removal at all. Bear Motion is made of soft genuine leather and protects the tablet from scratches.

Targus Versavu

Computer accessories maker Targus designed a case specifically made for the iPad 2, called Versavu 360 Rotating Stand & Case. Its one-of-a-kind mechanism covers the tablet without hiding the Apple logo so people will know you’re cool enough to own an Apple product. Versavu supports three viewing positions, the lowest of which is optimized for typing on the touchscreen. Its interior securely holds the tablet while the exterior provides protection. Only adding a small fraction of the iPad 2’s total weight, this case is recommended for people who want to look professional.

Acase EZ-Carry Polyurethane Case

This Smart Cover alternative not only covers the screen, but also wraps the easily scratched aluminum back of the iPad 2. EZ-Carry allows positioning the tablet either horizontally or vertical and also prevents dust and scratch buildup, fingerprint smudges and cracks from small impacts. As its name suggests, the case is made of polyurethane, which is also the material used in the cheaper line of Smart Cover products. Obviously, leather fanatics will have to look elsewhere.

Kensington KeyFolio

Touchscreen newbies and physical keyboard loyalists will want the KeyFolio by Kensington. Just like all the aforementioned cases, protection from scratches and shocks are addressed as well as providing a hands-free stand functionality and delivering an aesthetic appeal. More importantly, the case has an accompanying physical keyboard that is operated wirelessly through Bluetooth. Its keys are resistant of spills and can also perform iPad specific functions. Even with the added external keyboard, the durable synthetic leather case is not particularly bulky.

What are some of your favorite iPad cover brands? Below is the list. Choose and let us know why in the comment area.

1. Hard Candy
2. Be.ez
3. Built NY
4. Case Logic
5. Griffin
6. Tuff Luv
7. Speck
8. Mivizu
9. Case Crown
10. Apple
11. iSkin

Steve Jobs wearing his spiffy iPants, which securely holds his iPad in big ass pocket.

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30 years ago Namco created and brought to us Pac Man, a gripping game of pellet and ghost gobbling. And now it’s available for the iPad.

The Pac Man for iPad game was announced Friday, April 2nd by Namco, and is sure to be a BIG hit among gamers. Essentially the name of the game with Pac Man is to gobble up all dots, before the host of ghosts come to get you. Each level advances you to a higher skill game, and faster villains. It’s a classic and gamers of all of ages love it.

The multi-player (and cross-platform) game will set you back $4.99 and as with all Apple games, is available for download via iTunes. You can play this game with your buds, via your iPhone, iPad or iTouch.

Gobble! Gobble!

Very functional and cool looking bag has come out from Kensington, the iPad sling bag. This bag is meant for mobility and on-the-go action.

The bag is tailor made for the iPad tablet, small netbooks and other similar devices sized up to 10.2 inches. The shoulder style messenger bag is nicely cushioned inside and has both an interior and exterior pocket. Comes in the color black and expects to ship out in April for $20.

Site description:

• Over-the-shoulder, messenger bag style sling with adjustable Velcro® strap
• Outside pocket with mobile phone compartment
• Inside soft padded safety compartment for your iPad protects it against bumps and scratches
• Inside accessory pocket for wallet, keys and more
• Fits iPad, netbooks or other tablet PC up to 10.2″
• Hanger tab

Specifications

• Fits devices up to 10.2″ in size

via Kensington

Want the Apple iPad, but can’t quite afford the premium price of $499, then get the iPaPer Pad instead.

This hilarious new device, is not really a device, it’s a paper pad that resembles the look and size of the iPad tablet. Appropriately so, it’s dubbed the iPaperPad, and its GREEN too as it’s made with 100% recycled paper.

This would make an ideal gift for the broke Apple fan and it’s available online now. No pre-order needed. You get 3 pads per pack, with 25 sheets per pad.

Site description:

The iPaperPad is not magical or revolutionary. It’s a paper pad. This package contains three pads with 25 pages each. The pads are 7.47″ x 9.56″ and have a writable area of 5 3/4″ x 7 1/2″ on the face and provide the entire surface area on the back for additional notes. This three-pad pack was specifically designed so you could have one for yourself and share two with friends. The iPaperPad may be the same size as the Apple iPad but unlike the Apple iPad, these paper pads are 100% recyclable and compostable. They require no batteries, have virtually unlimited resolution, and their speed is controlled by you instead of a custom processor. The interface is so intuitive even a baby can use it! Be the envy of all your friends (except the ones you share the extra pads with) and buy an iPaperPad today! PLEASE NOTE: The iPaperPad is only fully functional with a writing instrument which must be purchased seperately. The iPaperPad is 100% compatible with any writing instrument designed for paper: pen, marker, crayon, etc

via Amazon

Rugged, stylish and water-resistant iPad shoulder bag from STM RadTech. This one sports a slick canvas exterior with a cushioned felt lining interior, and plenty of pockets for carrying accessories such as the camera kit, adapter or dock.

There are several sizes available for this bag, make sure you opt for the X-small, which is tailored for 10 inch devices, like the iPad tablet.

Site description:

• High density padding surrounds iPad
• Secure buckle closure for main bag
• Velcro closure over laptop section
• Cushioned felt laptop lining
• Utility pockets for accessories
• New STM design shoulder pad for carrying comfort

Great choice for Apple geeks who shun leather, and also for vegetarians (like me) and or vegans. This is a solid iPad shoulder bag from STM Radtech available now online via Amazon.

via Amazon

Video via YouTube

Mad TV doesn’t disappoint in this hilarious spoof video of the Apple iPad.

The guys and gals from the Fox channel got it right and it’s freakin funny. Have a look!

Apple announced earlier that the iPad will have a dedicated cover that will be an original manufactured accessory. The official iPad cover will double as a stand while it protects your shiny new Apple tablet device. Have a look at the cover above.

The official iPad cover will facilitate viewing pics, watching  movies, playing video games, surfing the web and more with ease as it has a (multiple position stand built into) the cover. It comes in the color black and as expected carries the Apple logo.

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