For your new iPad Air will you go naked or case it?

[LCW]

I had ordered both a red and blue Smart Cover, and was going to decide which to keep. The red doesn't want to sit flat (the first crease wants to go up). The blue sits perfectly. But I kinda like the red better. I think I'll return both and get another red and hopefully that one sits flat and flush.

 

[mikespad]

as i intend to bring my ipad air outdoors, including beaches (lucky i live on maui) i will definitely get a case and screen protector; waiting for the otter box defender. supposedly available starting next week.

 

[luckie8]

I think I'm going with Apple Smart Cover.

I got it for $20 off so I figured it was worth the try. I love it.

How did you get $20 off?

 

[dkhmwilliams]

I'm using just a Smart Cover on it. I wanted the smart case but it was a little expensive for my liking. The Smart Cover will be good enough.

 

[si001]

A case for work or when traveling and naked at home!

 

[tigerinexile]

Smartcover.

I figure nicks in the Space Grey version will add character, but the screen needs protection.

 

[brijuhaha]

TPU case to cover the Air. It gives a nice grip too

 

[RxRex]

I just grabbed my 32GB Air yesterday with a black Smart Cover to go with it. I'm hoping this thread spawns some ideas I can use to create a better setup

 

[iamdjpaul]

I am using a black Smart Cover and a Armorshield for the back.


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[chazmink]

I got a Kavaj Cognac brown "Berlin" folio case from Amazon. It is a high quality real leather case that adds very little bulk to the iPad Air. It costs about $30 less than the Apple Smartcase. I couldn't be happier. It also comes in black. Be sure to watch the power bottom and stand videos on their website to learn how to properly "train" the leather. Check it out at www.kavaj.com.

 

[iKev]

Just an FYI for all those wanting to use a Smart Case or Cover. There are tons of these on eBay for about $15 shipped. No, they're not Apple branded. Yes, they're from China. Yes, they're probably not as robust as the Apple line (though I haven't actually held an Apple one in my hands); but I've had one since I got my Air two days after launch day, and it has thoroughly protected the device, and the "automagical" technology is just as reliable as the Apple Smart Cover.

On top of that, it sits flat on the screen, which seems to be a common complaint with the Apple Cover.

Save yourself about $60! eBay can be your friend!

 

[dkhmwilliams]

Just an FYI for all those wanting to use a Smart Case or Cover. There are tons of these on eBay for about $15 shipped. No, they're not Apple branded. Yes, they're from China. Yes, they're probably not as robust as the Apple line (though I haven't actually held an Apple one in my hands); but I've had one since I got my Air two days after launch day, and it has thoroughly protected the device, and the "automagical" technology is just as reliable as the Apple Smart Cover.

On top of that, it sits flat on the screen, which seems to be a common complaint with the Apple Cover.

Save yourself about $60! eBay can be your friend!

It is true that you can find similar products on eBay and Amazon. But from my experiences, the quality isn't the same. It's the old adage you get what you pay for. I have gone the cheap route on many occasions for accessories for my Apple products and it doesn't usually bold well.


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[csal80]

I have a Smart Cover and noticed the other day that the place on the left side in the same spot as the magnetic piece touches the bezel, is all scratched up. Wondering if a piece of metal was stuck to the inside of the magnet and dragged on the edge. Anyone ever notice this before? Kinda disappointed how easily the back on the white nicks but guess I expected that.

 

[Peter Cotton]

I went with a blue Smart Cover. So far, really happy with the minimalist if approach, and still no scratches on the back!

 

[dkhmwilliams]

I went with a blue Smart Cover. So far, really happy with the minimalist if approach, and still no scratches on the back!

I decided to get the leather smart case yesterday. I wanted to make sure that the back was covered. Now it matches my 5S that has the black leather case.


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[LMZR]

I got my iPad Air in Space Grey for school, it came with a case, but i'm not putting it on until School starts.

So for now, my iPad is naked.

 

[Jeff0575]

Just got the Otterbox defender for the ipad air and great case except the cover that you can put over the screen that comes with it does not turn screen off any more like the same case for past iPads. Very. Disappointing.

 

[BenitoC]

No scratches on my iPad Air so far and I've had it since the first day of availability and have been using it with a Smart Cover.

 

[c_hack]

I've been using the Smartcover for a month and no scratches. I wanted to keep the iPad Air thin and light and the Smartcover fits the bill.


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[nhwhazup]

I tried over 10 different cases because I've always had cases for my previous iPads. After the crazy search, I ended up with no case. I have a white carbon fiber type skin on the back and partner up with a few different color smart covers. For me, the skin gives just enough grip and keeps the lightness of the Air. I totally understand I have zero drop protection so will need to be very careful. At home I'm pretty careful and keep it in my purse when traveling.