Reviews for iPad Smart Cover - Polyurethane - Light Gray

Like another customer here, this cover works perfectly! I have used the pink one for a year when I bought my iPad 2. My husband just upgraded his iPad to the 2 and bought this grey one and again it works perfectly. Those who say it collapses under the weight of the iPad simply do not know how to fold it properly as a stand. I also love the on/off feature of the iPad the cover provides. Definitely NOT disappointed!

Ugh I'm tired of reading other people's comments trashing this product so I wanted to help the defense....

It's apparent a lot of those people griping about the product don't bother to read the product descriptions or even look at the pictures where the first major design characteristic is apparent. It is NOT meant to protect the back; it is only designed to protect the screen. Apple never states this and the videos and pictures are more than enough to let us know this. It WILL protect the back if you fold it over itself when using the iPad.

Also, it is NOT meant for heavy duty use but, rather, more like something to prop the iPad up for ease of usage while typing or viewing. If you try to pick up your iPad with a lightweight cover that's magnetically attached (aka a Smart Cover), don't be surprised by the consequences. If you take care of your iPad then you should be fine and won’t have to rely on a thin piece of fabric and some embedded magnets to do the taking care of for you. Apple products were probably not designed for you then, if that’s not the case.

Sure, accidents happen all of us but don’t blame the Smart Cover for it. If you want great protection AND still want it to be slim like the Smart Cover, then good luck to you! (and let me know where to find it). I’m sure Apple is working on perfecting this or other covers as I type.

I bought a light gray Smart Cover for my new iPad (3rd Gen) and I LOVE it so far. I did buy it for aesthetic looks because, like Steve Jobs (RIP), I wanted something minimalistic great to show off my iPad and its sleekness, that can also give it a fighting chance against dust, fingerprints, and scratches on the screen (not me tearing the cover off or carelessly leaving it at the mercy of my lap). I also bought a third-party sleeve/pocket for it to so I can store it inside when I’m taking the new iPad to work, school, and in between, I suggest that.

My only concern is that the magnets won’t always keep the Smart Cover closed, but then they ARE magnets and I knew that when I bought it. I’m surprised at how the magnets don’t mess up the electronics inside! Anyway this would probably be the only legit concern and would give it a 4-star rating....but am giving it a 5-star just because it's Apple. There I said it.

Although the idea of the cover was a wonderful concept, the cover does not actually serve a purpose. A cover that protects the entire IPAD is a better idea. Just the idea of this thing falling makes me nervous. So purchasing this cover was unfortunately a waste of money. I ended up spending the same amount for a cover that protects both the front and back and still folds to hold up the IPAD to view.

I really question the human race after reading all of the reviews for the smart cover. EVERY supposed negative listed here (save one which I'll address) is COMPLETELY IRRELEVANT to this product. Doesn't have a back cover? Not supposed to--BUY ONE. Doesn't protect from falls? NOT SUPPOSED TO. Doesn't keep from someone dropping? NOT SUPPOSED TO. My God, not only is it not supposed to, no one anywhere. especially Apple, ever promised it would. So why would any intelligent human assume it would or should??

Only one critique listed here is even relevant to the product--price. $49 may or may not be too expensive, that is debatable. The cover works and does just what is promised, it has drawbacks like most things, hence my 4 stars, but overall it works--just like it is supposed to.

This cover just cost me $420 as I had to replace the iPad2 after the screen was broken. The "smart" cover attaches to the iPad with a magnetic strip that does not sustain the weight of the iPad body. Anyone unfamiliar with the cover may, as in my case pick up the unit by the cover only - when this happened to me the unit fell onto a kitchen floor and cracked the screen = $420 to replace.

Also - the smooth (read no grip) rear of the iPad is exposed when using the "smart" cover, its very easy to slip out of your hands.

I got this cover and the new iPad when they came out a few months ago. The cover will not stay on. Last week, I dropped the iPad (another story) and the cover flew off in a different direction from the iPad. I am looking on Amazon for a sturdier, more reliable cover.

I bought this for $40 expecting a case living up to Apple's extraordinary standards.
What I received was a piece of junk I think I'll return.

The hinge is wobbly and the iPad feels like it will fall over face-forward when in the upright position.

The holes for the switch and headphone jack are not centered, making them difficult to access.

But worst of all... When you open the case, I would have expected the flap to magnetically stick to the back so that I can hold one-handed without half the flap hanging down. That just looks stupid and gets in the way.

Better advice: buy the Smart Cover and the Belkin plastic back with the embedded magnet. That combination actually had some thought put into it.

Really Apple!? You can do better. And I expect you. Steve would have as well.

I purchased a few of these for iPads I purchased for myself and as gifts. Yeesh. They leave the vulnerable back exposed. And the magnet is not a secure hold. My iPad slipped out of my bag when I was getting into the car, I grabbed to retrieve it and the smart cover let go, so I have a less than new looking iPad which is frustrating since the equipment is costly! Another time I was on the sofa reading and the "smart" cover let go and the iPad fell on the tile floor and there is damage to the corner. However, the iPad seems to be pretty durable because I have no problem with the machine itself, despite its two falls. I searched online and wound up getting another brand (expensive yes!) but they are really, really nice. I love the other brand's iPhone cover with the wristlet; great for letting you carry just the phone with you.

#1 - Only worked for a few days, then I noticed it wasn't sleeping...therefore draining the battery it seemed.
#2 - Cover at hinge point not too secure.
#3 - Doesn't fold back with precision. Always having to fiddle with fold to get it to settle properly.
#4 - The felt texture attracts every little bit of dirt. So it feels like you're about to cover up your iPad screen with a dirty cover.
#5 - I agree that the backside scratches easily since this cover does not protect the backside in any fashion. Beware of the surface you place your iPad on!

I've had my grey case for 10 or so months now. I bought the grey case to match the silver and not get super hot while out in the sun. Well it still works just fine. But it's not getting any prettier. I've used a damp cloth a couple times to remove smudges of dirt or whatever. But it's looking pretty aged already. Perhaps a darker colour would hide these. As a stand it works great.