Reviews for iPad Smart Case - Polyurethane - Light Gray

First off, I read a lot of the complaints and most were how the edges are "sharp" and "hurt you". Well, unless you have very delicate hands, they won't hurt you. Sure the edges do stick out a bit and could poke you a little bit, but it did not seem to bother me. What I like about this case is that it covers the entire iPad. The iPad does sink down a little bit in it and those "sharp" edges seem to stick out to help protect from drops and bumps. I haven't dropped my iPad yet (hope that I never do), but this case seems like it offers a good amount of protection. The case looks really nice, seems well made, seems to protect the iPad well and while adding a bit of size to it, still seems to have a "streamlined" feel to it. Now there are some complaints that I have. The first being that when standing up straight in landscape mode, the iPad will wobble and fall over pretty easily, I almost have to stand it up against something. Kinda defeats that whole purpose. The second complaint is that when opening the cover, you have to dig your nail in to get a a grip so you can pull it open. Now I am worried about dropping my iPad, contemplating getting Applecare+, but spending $150 to protect my iPad is a lot of money after I already spent $600. Anyone out there know how well this case does with drops? Overall I like this case, contrary to other reviews, I'd say my 4th gen iPad fits in rather well (it was very tight to get in and even harder to get out), it looks good and seems to add a good deal of protection. Not perfect, but really good.

I bought two cases, one for my wife and one for me with the Ipad 4. I am very disappointed in the functioning of this cover, it is not staying on the Ipad as experessed in the sales description of the item. I spent 150.00$ for two of them in leather and I am extremely disappointed for this purchase, I will have to find some other mechanism to satisfied my need. I am surprise that apple rush this product out without proper testing prior to put it out on the market. I understand about the race in the field however, the customer is the one that should be satisfied witht he product and it will sell better if customer is satisfied, nevermind the share holder that are looking to increase their proffit margin, they are greedy like the rest of these companies. Remember for it to have a good reputation, consistancy in the quality of the product sold should be the number one concern for continious proffitability, and good return for the share holders. Thanks.

I'll start with the good. It does protect your ipad and has a Smart Cover.
The bad: It does not really fit. My ipad is constantly sliding around, popping out of the shell, and shifting to where can't use the lock button or headphone jack.
The cover when folded into a stand is not very stable. I have had it fall over too many times to count. It just does not create a stable foundation to sit on.
The last problem I have with this case is that it is not comfortable to hold. Why Apple? You bride yourselves on design and function and you stamped your name on this. Shame on you.

I bought this case with the intent of having a case that would protect the iPad and still provide all the functions of the smart cover; it the end it doesn't it works horribly as a stand. My iPad has fallen over backward more times than I care to count in the last 3 days.. I am waiting for it to break the iPad since it's so bad.

I'm not sure wha is with some of these overly harsh reviews. These covers are a matter of preference. Belkin and some other 3rd party vendors make a more "professional" case with slots for business cards, leather binding, etc. I don't use the ipad for business, so to me anything overly professional makes me feel like I'm at work. The light grey cover looks fantastic encasing the white ipad. The look is clean, the use is functional and the design and overal bulk is minimal. Overall a very nice compliment to your new device.

Well I really love my case. I got it almost a month ago, same day with my I pad and I am always taking it off cause I just hate the way it feels on my palms. holding it. I use it for a lot of projects for school and it's just so uncomfortable trying to type on it while holding it. it literally digs in your palms. I think it is very smart but I personally think that the extra material of the case is unnecessary. It also needs to be a bit smoother on the sides.

Just bought this case for 4th gen retina ipad. It's not sturdy will not hold up iPad very good. I actully have the blue one but all the same. You have to hold the iPad with at least one hand when you touch it or it will fall over. The new retina iPad seems to fit loose in it. I bought it because of it being thin, but not worth it. Do like the cover turning off the ipad. Would love to return it but I will be out of town more than 30 days and no way of getting to an apple store. Thanks apple for the waste of money I spent on this.

I got this case for our iPad4, after a long search; I am glad we did.

The case fits the iPad perfectly; adds negligible bulk and weight; feels great and secure in your hands. At $US49, it is a great bargain over the Smart Cover ($US39). I even believe it offers excellent values compared to other non-Apple imitators out there.

Some reviewers complained their iPads fell out of their case; I could not see how that happens since this case secures my iPad very well (no wiggle room). I speculate that those reviewers do not fit their iPad into their case properly.

If you have any doubts, you need to ask yourself why you chose your iPad in the first place, then the answers should apply to why you will like this Smart Case: fit, function, and fun (actually, those are mine). This case is a perfect companion to my iPad.

Worst case, you can always return it. However, I am sure you'll like it; I know I do.

As far as protection goes, no complaints. As far as industrial design, it falls below the quality standards Apple is known for. It gets uncomfortable to hold the iPad in these smart cases and if your nails are trimmed down it is difficult to open the case. The edges around the case feel sharp and unpolished. I've owned two of these cases, different colors and am still looking for that "perfect" case that feels good in your hands.