Leather Carrying Case Cover/Folio With Built-in Stand for Apple iPad 3G tablet / Wifi model 16GB, 32GB, 64GB (BLACK)
July 11, 2010 by SmallBiz-Resources.com
Leather Carrying Case Cover/Folio With Built-in Stand for Apple iPad 3G tablet / Wifi model 16GB, 32GB, 64GB (BLACK)
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- 13 setting adjustable stand that holds iPad at an ideal angle for watching videos and slideshows
- Professionally Designed Case Holds Apple iPad Perfectly on all sides. No cheap, unreliable straps.
- Perfect for Carrying to Work or Traveling
- Secure flap to ensure ipad is safe when loaded into the pouch
This case fits any position you can throw at it. Works on your desk, in your lap, on a plane or on a train!!! This case provides a luxury book-style reading experience for your favorite publications in portrait mode, and sports a stylish leather cover to protect your ipad screen from nicks and scratches. The adjustable stand is perfect for adjusting the screen angle for viewing movies or typing. Don’t waste your time looking for something that does more. This case is an all-around must have for the iPad.
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(out of 69 reviews)
List Price: $ 39.95
Price: $ 3.25
Case Logic Compact Portable Hard Drive Case (Black)
- Compact case to store or transport smaller portable hard drives
- Slimline design allows case to easily fit into any backpack or briefcase
- External Dimensions -5.5″ W x 3.7″ L x 1.7″ H
MODEL- PHDC-1 VENDOR- CASE LOGIC
FEATURES- Compact Portable Hard Drive Case- Black
Compact case to store or transport smaller portable hard drives.
Slimline design allows case to easily fit into any backpack or
briefcase.
Durable hardshell exterior to protect valuable data.
Interior strap secures portable hard drive in place.
Zippered closure
* Specialty Fabric
* Dimensions: 6″ x 3.75″ x 1.25″
MANUFACTURER WARRANTY: LIFETIME
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(out of 454 reviews)
List Price: $ 22.95
Price: $ 7.85
Review by Greenband for Leather Carrying Case Cover/Folio With Built-in Stand for Apple iPad 3G tablet / Wifi model 16GB, 32GB, 64GB (BLACK)
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For starters, this case cost $15 so set your expectations accordingly.
If you have an iPad realize that the screen is like the iPhone and very sensitive to external light from the sun, windows, or light bulbs. Adjusting the angle slightly takes care of the problem, but the iPad surface is metal that is virtually frictionless (i.e. it slides all over the place if you try to prop it up for better viewing). In my opinion you want a case that allows you to use the device while still in the case.
If you are going to use this in an airplane, breakfast table, etc. you need a cover that allows you to adjust the viewing angle. This case allows you to stand the device upright vertically and horizontally. The fit of the case is OK, but not quite snug enough. The edges of the case are a little too big and cover a VERY small part of the screen. All the buttons/charging port are available when in the case.
I didn’t notice any strange smells as mentioned by other reviewers.
The case looks nice, but it’s the thinnest leather (or faux leather) you have ever seen in your life. However, I didn’t spend $50 so I am satisfied.
If you plan to watch a lot of video, this is a good case for the $.
If you are fine spending $50 for a case then buy something that is better quality and fit.
Review by Van Smith for Leather Carrying Case Cover/Folio With Built-in Stand for Apple iPad 3G tablet / Wifi model 16GB, 32GB, 64GB (BLACK)
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This folio style carrying case obscures a significant portion of the iPad’s display around all four edges of the screen (except directly above the primary button). We tried to trim the case material back so that the full display could be properly accessed, but the results were completely unsatisfactory. The case material is not leather; the part covering the iPad’s bezel is a semi-rigid, plastic film sandwiched between two, thin outer layers of synthetic fabric that resembles the cheap vinyl found in inexpensive beach toys. Attempting to trim the case back to properly expose the iPad’s screen reveals this three-ply synthetic construction in a very unsightly manner. The thin, leather grained, synthetic fabric composes the covering for the entire case.
Additionally, the case blocks the iPad’s ambient light sensor located in the center bezel above the iPad’s display (the sensor is on top when the primary iPad button is on bottom). Consequently, the iPad’s display will be perpetually dim despite external lighting conditions. Cutting a hole in the case to expose the light sensor will result in another unsightly modification.
Despite reviews for this case claiming otherwise, there is no snap to secure the iPad within the case when the folio is open. Consequently, the iPad easily slips out of the case in this condition if care is not exercised. Even when the folio is closed, the iPad will slip out of the case if the snap strap is not secured well, so do not forget to refasten it every time you close the folio. Oddly, the case has a magnetic clasp to hold the folio shut, so the snap strap would have been put to better use holding the iPad in place rather than holding the folio closed.
Speaking of magnets, the case has at least two: one to hold the folio shut and another to hold the stand in the closed position. These magnets interfere with the iPad’s digital compass when the iPad is in the case. For instance, our tests show that simply opening and closing the stand will change the direction of the iPad’s internal compass.
If these design errors are corrected, the case would be a good, relatively inexpensive, protective solution for the iPad. The adjustable stand works as advertised and the case is padded well and looks pretty good. However, the case material used is not leather, but a cheap, synthetic substitute that almost certainly will not hold up well over time, so even if the case design is corrected it should sell for significantly less than the current price.
As it is now, the case is very disappointing and a waste of money. It is made of cheap synthetic materials — not leather as is claimed in the numerous Amazon product descriptions for it. Because of its cheap construction, the wholesale cost is probably around $5, so the current Amazon selling prices of around $20 (including shipping) are very high. The case fits the iPad poorly and obscures a significant portion of the display. The iPad’s ambient light sensor is completely covered by this case resulting in a perpetually dim display. Case modifications are out of the question due to the cheap, three-ply synthetic construction: mods are very unsightly and will invalidate the buyer’s option of seeking a refund. The iPad’s internal compass is thrown off by the case’s magnets. And perhaps worst, the iPad will easily slip out of the case unless the folio is closed and the strap is snapped securely.
EDIT: I have uploaded photographs showing the synthetic construction of the case.
Review by William E. Peterson for Leather Carrying Case Cover/Folio With Built-in Stand for Apple iPad 3G tablet / Wifi model 16GB, 32GB, 64GB (BLACK)
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This case is way better than I expected. The quality is very nice. I was worried about the kickstand flipping out all the time, but it stays securely shut with a magnet. I would go as far as to say this case is way better than the apple case. Overall a great buy and extremely fast shipping! Thanks
Review by Daniel Ladd for Leather Carrying Case Cover/Folio With Built-in Stand for Apple iPad 3G tablet / Wifi model 16GB, 32GB, 64GB (BLACK)
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“I recently put a $9 dent in my wallet..”ouch” to buy what I thought would be the the best Ipad case in the world”
Well if you said something of that sort when purchasing this item, you will be rather upset with the outcome due to your ridiculous standards, although If you are like the rest of the world and can afford to lose some quality for a great price then this is the case for you.
Lets break this down…
Pros-
1) Case fits Ipad ..nice start!
2) Case protects Ipad
3) Case performs well as stand..(as long as you live a consistent landscape lifestyle you will be happy.)
4) Crazy cheap! I am pretty sure I bought this with money I got from returning the beer cans from my “I can’t believe I got an Ipad” party.
Cons-
1) Cost was cheap, so obviously the materials that go into it are…you guessed it, cheap. Fake leather (I guess the price of raising, killing, skinning, and tanning animals isn’t what it used to be), stitching is pulling out already (two days owned, but they never said you can’t chew on it in the fine print!!).
2) Cutout for screen is off by a smidge, probably one of those measure once, cut twice deals, just needs to be a bit bigger next time.
3) Pockets? It seems the pockets on the inner cover are for some sort of memory card…can someone tell me where to buy an Ipad with expandable memory so that I can fill these pockets? Although there is a pocket for my credit card which I always seem to need when I am in the app store so good call on that one. Next time give me a stylus and screen wipe pocket.
Final thoughts- Buy it! If you just need a case to keep your Ipad in one piece then this is right for you. If you stand 10 feet from people at all times you may even be able to make them believe your case cost as much as $12.
Review by Chase Perez for Leather Carrying Case Cover/Folio With Built-in Stand for Apple iPad 3G tablet / Wifi model 16GB, 32GB, 64GB (BLACK)
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This case is only $10? Are u kidding me? It’s a wonderful case, that turns into a stand. And it’s well padded, to protect the ipad. I walked into local Apple Store with my ipad in this case, and, all the employees huddled around raving about the case. How thick and supportive it was. The stand. The value. They showed me their $39.99 Ipad case, and, all came to a conclusion that, not only was this case better, but, for $10 (I paid $15 for it last week), it’s a steal.
BUY THIS CASE NOW if you own an ipad.
Review by B. Chiu for Case Logic Compact Portable Hard Drive Case (Black)
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The case is well designed and made. The outer material feels durable, the inner shell soft and well padded. The overall case is well formed and seams look carefully done.
I bought this to be used with the Western Digital Passport II (black) WDXMSxxxx drives (5.1″x3.1″x0.6″) and the case is a tad too big for it. The drive has a little too much wiggle room despite the elastic strap inside. I imagine the case will be better fitted for slightly bigger drives, e.g. Seagate’s ST9xxxxx1U2-RK.
Review by I. Peters for Case Logic Compact Portable Hard Drive Case (Black)
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I got this case in the blue color with a contrasting bright yellow interior. The material is all-around high-quality, and the case offers excellent protection for my external hard drive(s).
Since this is a universal drive case it cannot be a perfect fit for every portable hard drive out there. I own several different-size drives and here is how they fit:
- First generation WD Passport (silver colored, blueish rubberized bottom, Western Digital 80 GB Passport 2.5-inch External Hard Drive) fits perfectly. I suspect that this case was originally made for these drives.
- Newer WD Passport (various colors, non-rubberized bottom, WD Passport Portable WDXMSB1600 – Hard drive – 160 GB – external – 2.5″ – Hi-Speed USB – 5400 rpm – buffer: 2 MB – metallic red): The case is too long and too wide, but because of the elasticized strap the drive still fits ok provided you don’t stretch the strap by putting in thicker items before using it with this type of drive.
- Seagate FreeAgent Go (Seagate FreeAgent Go 160 GB USB External Hard Drive ST901603FGA1E1-RK: The drive is a tiny bit wide. On the other hand, because it is such a snug fit width-wise, the drive also doesn’t slide around in the case. And the case still can be zipped shut with this drive.
If one doesn’t have cables etc. to store in the accessory pocket in the other half of the case, this pocket can double as storage space for another drive, the case still zips shut, even with two of the largest of the above-mentioned drives in it.
I recommend this case to anyone looking for high-quality protection for portable hard drives and other electronics, such as PDAs or MP3 players.
Review by L. Sherman-young for Case Logic Compact Portable Hard Drive Case (Black)
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I ordered this case for my Iomega 160 GB Ego High Speed USB 2.0 Portable Hard Drive (Red). I must say, I was a little alarmed when I read one or two reviews saying that this case wouldn’t protect the hard drive from a fall. Still, I bit the bullet and bought it, man am I glad I did.
The case is hard and solid, and the hard drive fits LIKE A GLOVE. It’s almost like Iomega and Case Logic got together to create the perfect case for my hard drive. The cable goes in a little netting flap and the drive is held in place by a wide elastic band, I’ve tipped the case in every direction while open and the drive doesn’t fall out. True, I haven’t actually dropped it to see if it would protect the drive, but the sturdy design does give me a great sense of security and I’m sure it’d hold up to anything short of throwing it out of a 2nd story window. Hope this helps.
Review by Graham King for Case Logic Compact Portable Hard Drive Case (Black)
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I got two of these for my 2 LaCie Rugged 500GB drives. They fit absolutely perfectly. I highly recommend the combination.
Review by R. Warren for Case Logic Compact Portable Hard Drive Case (Black)
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Small External HD Case Black I bought this case to protect my Western Digital 250 GB portable USB hard drive, as I move the drive around a lot between home and work. I’m using the hard drive to back up my iTunes music collection, so I want to take care of it, hence I purchased this Case Logic case. The case is easy to use. When you open it up, you’ll find two compartments (one on each side). One has an elastic strap that snuggly holds your hard drive in position. The other compartment has a mesh flap which acts like a pocket, so you can have a space to put a USB cable and maybe a flash drive or two in a pinch. As the case is small, it isn’t really designed such that you can leave the hard drive in the case during operation. There isn’t enough room for the connector to fit when it is placed in the drive, without the cable putting undue stress on the connector (not a good idea – duh!). In any event, the hard drive produces some heat during operation, so you probably wouldn’t want to leave it in the case anyway. My only two complaints or observations are that a real hand strap could have been provided instead of the rubber thingy for carrying the drive more safely to and from a car, and that there isn’t really a lot of padding in the sides of the case. I still wouldn’t want to drop the hard drive while in the case onto concrete. Maybe from 3 feet onto carpet would be survivable. I guess I expected it to be lined with some styrofoam (I won’t tell Al Gore) to provide more protection. Still, it does provide a nice place to keep your hard drive and cable together, without them getting all scratched up.