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Maggie Leung · 05-19-2010, 12:03 AM

Thanks to everyone for the feedback. I've picked my cases for now, but would encourage others to keep posting on this thread in case anyone else is interested.

I ended up ordering the SwitchEasy Nude case:http://www.switcheasy.com/products/N.../NUDE_iPad.php

I like lightweight, no flap. I usually read my iPad propped on a cushion as I slump in an easy chair, so I don't need a stand at this point.

I'm really happy with the Nude case, except that this batch has a minor manufacturing problem that SwitchEasy is aware of and will address (with a replacement, I'm guessing). One edge appears to have been badly trimmed from the mold during production, so there are a few ridges. Not a big deal, but not ideal. The case fits well and came with all the accessories advertised. It's all quality stuff, and the case gives me a much better grip on the iPad. I also can use the iPad charge cord with the case on. I don't know whether the case will allow dock charging, because I don't have one yet.

When I e-mailed SwitchEasy about the rough edge, the company e-mailed me back immediately and then followed up with another e-mail. Both e-mails were written by people (not form replies). I'm happy with the service (prompt delivery and speedy response to problem). I figure it's important for a company to make a good product, of course, and how it deals with problems is telling. Based on my experience so far, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend SwitchEasy.

Before I ordered the Nude case, I ordered a silicone skin from MiniSuit, which I wouldn't recommend at all. I ordered it to hold me till I decided what case to get, but couldn't use it at all, because it smelled like a nuclear waste dump (at least as I'd imagine). The stench persisted even after a week. It's not worth the effort to send back, but I wonder what it will leach into soil and groundwater if I throw it away.

For on the go, I'm using this case, which is oversized, but works fine:

http://www.frys.com/product/6219290?...H:MAIN_RSLT_PG

It's well-made, easy to clean if needed. I e-mailed the maker (in Australia), to see whether it was going to make an iPad-sized version of this case and the company promptly replied that the marketing team was considering it.

I'm waiting to see what other cases emerge for iPad before I spend more. I'm very interested in this system, which is supposed to offer a wall mount, kickstand, shoulder strap and car mount, but it has not been released yet:

http://www.ilounge.com/index.php/rev...case-for-ipad/

Anyway, I've gone on and on, but I hope someone will find the info useful.

05-19-2010, 12:03 AM	#25
Maggie Leung Wizard Posts: 1,449 Karma: 58383 Join Date: Jul 2009 Device: Kindle, iPad	Thanks to everyone for the feedback. I've picked my cases for now, but would encourage others to keep posting on this thread in case anyone else is interested. I ended up ordering the SwitchEasy Nude case:http://www.switcheasy.com/products/N.../NUDE_iPad.php I like lightweight, no flap. I usually read my iPad propped on a cushion as I slump in an easy chair, so I don't need a stand at this point. I'm really happy with the Nude case, except that this batch has a minor manufacturing problem that SwitchEasy is aware of and will address (with a replacement, I'm guessing). One edge appears to have been badly trimmed from the mold during production, so there are a few ridges. Not a big deal, but not ideal. The case fits well and came with all the accessories advertised. It's all quality stuff, and the case gives me a much better grip on the iPad. I also can use the iPad charge cord with the case on. I don't know whether the case will allow dock charging, because I don't have one yet. When I e-mailed SwitchEasy about the rough edge, the company e-mailed me back immediately and then followed up with another e-mail. Both e-mails were written by people (not form replies). I'm happy with the service (prompt delivery and speedy response to problem). I figure it's important for a company to make a good product, of course, and how it deals with problems is telling. Based on my experience so far, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend SwitchEasy. Before I ordered the Nude case, I ordered a silicone skin from MiniSuit, which I wouldn't recommend at all. I ordered it to hold me till I decided what case to get, but couldn't use it at all, because it smelled like a nuclear waste dump (at least as I'd imagine). The stench persisted even after a week. It's not worth the effort to send back, but I wonder what it will leach into soil and groundwater if I throw it away. For on the go, I'm using this case, which is oversized, but works fine: http://www.frys.com/product/6219290?...H:MAIN_RSLT_PG It's well-made, easy to clean if needed. I e-mailed the maker (in Australia), to see whether it was going to make an iPad-sized version of this case and the company promptly replied that the marketing team was considering it. I'm waiting to see what other cases emerge for iPad before I spend more. I'm very interested in this system, which is supposed to offer a wall mount, kickstand, shoulder strap and car mount, but it has not been released yet: http://www.ilounge.com/index.php/rev...case-for-ipad/ Anyway, I've gone on and on, but I hope someone will find the info useful.