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General => General Discussion => Topic started by: Paul (SA) on May 14, 2012, 02:38:57 PM
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Hey folks. I just bought an iPad for my travels.
Can anyone recommend a brand or style of cover to protect it while camping?
I saw the iPad one from apple and it looks a bit boutique ant up to the rigors of camping.
Paul
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Hi Paul,
I'd say look for a leather folio type case. These tend to be bulky but offer the most in terms of (constant) protection. Also look for one that converts to a stand for ease of reading/typing.
If it has a hard back to it then your iPad can double as an in-car entertainment system; by strapping to a headrest. I've done this and it's effective. Not pretty, but effective.
Other options are neoprene covers, but this is only good for protecting the iPad when not in use.
Also, I'd suggest a screen protector for the screen. It stop the screen getting all scratched up, even if it does diminish the clarity a bit.
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g'day paul
check out ebay, there are over 20'000 to choose from :cheers:
http://www.ebay.com.au/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p4712.m570.l1313&_nkw=ipad+covers&_sacat=See-All-Categories (http://www.ebay.com.au/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p4712.m570.l1313&_nkw=ipad+covers&_sacat=See-All-Categories)
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g'day paul
check out ebay, there are over 20'000 to choose from :cheers:
Hi Paul,
X2
I got a nice leather case for my Samsung Galaxy S2 cost $AU5.50 posted from Hong Kong took around 10 days to arrive.
The seller provided a good item with speedy service. The seller has a bunch of Ipad cases,
http://stores.ebay.com.au/the-better-i-am/_i.html?_nkw=ipad+case&submit=Search&_sid=784031965 (http://stores.ebay.com.au/the-better-i-am/_i.html?_nkw=ipad+case&submit=Search&_sid=784031965)
Ray
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I have a leather Belken and it's the bees knees. I thinkmit came from JB
Wayne
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When we get our ipad's we will get one of these: http://www.subtechsports.com/products/dry-skin/ (http://www.subtechsports.com/products/dry-skin/)
Waterproof, dustproof, sandproof, and can take underwater photos.
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These look good
http://www.lifedge.co.uk/ (http://www.lifedge.co.uk/)
Dont know what they cost.
I have a STM case for mine. It's small & light weight.
I use a life proof for my iPhone in the boat & kayak when fishing but I does become a pain having to screw in the headphone plug all the time as I use it in the car to hook to the stereo.
Most holders for either the iPhone or iPad want the bare device only so you end up putting cases on & off all the time.
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I'm also looking for a cover for an iPad 3 and thinking of picking up an STM Grip which is made by an Aussie company.
STM Grip iPad 3 Case (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8QkxWPtj6pg#ws)
Also liked the look of the Belkin Cinema and Cygnett lavish Earth. There are too many to choose from!
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Hey folks.
I ended up going with the Targus cover below. Not totally robust, but good enough around home.
I am keen to get one as well for when we go camping. One that will totally protect it from dirt etc
http://www.targus.com/au/ipad/versavu.asp (http://www.targus.com/au/ipad/versavu.asp)
Thanks for all the ideas.
Cheers, Paul.
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Switcheasy simply the best! Canvas, tough, durable, not bulky. I use my iPad every day at work and home and the cover is faultless. http://www.switcheasy.com/product/CANVAS_ThenewiPad (http://www.switcheasy.com/product/CANVAS_ThenewiPad)
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I like the look of that canvas one chillipepperz
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Hey folks.
"I ended up going with the Targus cover below. Not totally robust, but good enough around home"
I also looked at these but was put off by the bad reviews on Amazon regarding the Ipad popping out of the case and the magnetic on/off not working. Maybe they have sorted the issues out on later batches though?
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I use one of these
https://whitworths.com.au/main_itemdetail.asp?item=2801&search123=ipad&intAbsolutePage=1 (https://whitworths.com.au/main_itemdetail.asp?item=2801&search123=ipad&intAbsolutePage=1)
Dust and waterproof