Reviews for iPad Smart Cover - Leather - (PRODUCT) RED

This Product is great! Granted, it does not offer any "real" protection. It is more for style and design.
If you expect this to protect your iPad, then don't buy it.
If you expect this to be used as a handle, then don't buy it!
if you expect this not to get dirty after regular use, THEN DO NOT BUY IT

Now some people say that this is not good for a stand. Perhaps you are not using it right, try fIf you purchase the leather Smart Cover, than expect to be cleaning it as it does get dirty easier!olding it the other way!
The magnet may slip off sometimes because it is not meant to be that strong.
If you purchase the leather cover, expect to be cleaning it weekly.

88 of 100 people found this useful

I AM SHOCKED at the stupidity of some people who think that the smart cover for the iPad 2 / new can be used like a handle! Come on people.... its held on with a think magnet. Its not meant to be a handle. I have tried other covers / cases, and they just don't work as well as the Apple smart cover. For screen protection, and the auto on off feature, this smart cover is the best bet. To keep my iPad a slim and trim as it was DESIGNED to be, I use the Zagg invisishield on the back, and a Splash Masque screen protector (came as a 3 pack). I have 3 iPads set up this way, and no complaints from any of them. The magnets on the cover get stronger the more you use them.... (in case some people find them a bit weak to start). Just remember, the cover is not a handle, or they would have called it a Smart Handle....

Here is what I don't get..... people who will buy the iPad TABLET, then buy some big honking case with a keyboard, and try to turn it into a NOTEBOOK! Come on! Apple has the Macbook AIR for that....

66 of 77 people found this useful

Pros
- The magnet is still strong.
- The case brings iPad in/out of sleep every time it's opened and closed.
- The leather is still in pretty good condition.
- Provides great protection for a case of this type.

Cons
- Grooves in cover allow air and oil to form lines on iPad screen.


I've had this case for roughly 6 months. I've tried 7 different cases since I purchased the iPad 2 and this is the best case I encountered of it's kind. Many of the reviews for this case are complaints about what should be expected when taking into consideration what the case is made of and how it's designed. With that said:

- The case has never separated from the case unless I was testing how strong the magnetic connnection was (and that takes a fair amount of effort).
- I've yet to hear of ANY leather product (for $70 or less) that doesn't take on scratches.
- It's a cover and shouldn't be expected to provide as much protection as a full-body case.

45 of 49 people found this useful

I gave this 4 stars because ive spilled cranberry juice and ginger ale on my smart cover, dropped it so many times, abused it in my backpack and at work where there is a lot of dirt and my hands get really dirty and through all that abuse it still does what its supposed to. It does show some wear but it hasnt fallen apart to the point where i cant use it. It protects my screen and im happy with my purchase and would recomend this product!

39 of 47 people found this useful

I've had the case for a few days now and have had no issues whatsoever in all positions. The magnet is quite strong and the design is simple yet functional. I would recommend this product.

FYI, I have the leather case. The look and feel is superior and I felt it was worth the extra $.

Regards,
David

36 of 48 people found this useful

the only thing is its kinda expensive

31 of 43 people found this useful

I have had my IPad for over five months and use it on a daily basis. The leather cover handles normal wear well and does it's job in protecting the screen when not in use, in my case when transporting it between my different workspaces. The stand works well when you want the slight incline or more vertical posture however if you like the portrait view verses the landscape view I would recommend apple's other charging stand product that allows the portrait view which is particularly good when using the wireless keyboard for faster typing. I have had no problems with the cover slipping off or the magnetic hinges detaching. This may occur however if you treat this cover as a protective case which is not the intent of this product. I recommend carrying a thin screen cleaning cloth similar to those used on eye glass lenses as dust accumulates under the ridges of the cover. I store it between the cover and the iPad screen for easy access. This will keep you from wiping the screen in a rush with something more abrasive like your shirt sleeve.

20 of 22 people found this useful

The automatiic on-off is useful when the iPad face is covered. Fits perfectly, and when folded acts as a support. A bit expensive, but I still would buy it again! Cool looking!

18 of 19 people found this useful

I'm not sure about the durability of this cover yet because it hasn't been too long. However, I don't throw my iPad into a bag loose with other stuff (it's usually in an incase backpack if it's out of the house) so I assume it will stay in pretty good condition.

I like the red color - I think it's a nice contrast with a white iPad.

As I said in the title of my review, I don't really trust the smart cover to hold the iPad up vertically for FaceTime or similar, however it does a good job protecting the screen and propping up the iPad for typing longer e-mails, etc.

15 of 19 people found this useful