iPad Smart Case - Polyurethane - Dark Gray

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3.5 out of 5 stars

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Uncomfortable to hold because of unfinished edges

    • Written by from London

    Unfinished edges around the lip of the case make this really uncomfortable to hold if used for more than 5 mins. It also doesnt hold my ipad 4th gen securely. Very disappointing quality in total contrast to my fantastic ipad. Avoid.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    What a difference!

    • Written by from Dallas

    When I bought my iPad in April Apple only offered the Smart cover. i wanted to protect the sides and back of the iPad so I purchased a third party case with 'smart cover' technology. It was heavy, cumbersome and the 'smart cover' was not always that smart. I finally just bought the Apple Smart case and it is beautiful, works great and doesn't add any bulk or noticeable weight to the iPad. It's terrific and very high quality.

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  • 2.0 out of 5 stars

    Not what I expected from Apple

    • Written by from Sunrise

    I'm disappointed with this case. Yes it does fit properly with my 4th gen iPad and yes it does provide decent protection. However from a design point of view, this case is just not "Smart".
    The edges are kind of sharp making it uncomfortable to hold. And the cover when flipped to the back will not magnetically stick, leaving it loose and unsecured. I expected more thought to go into designing this product. Not happy.

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  • 4.0 out of 5 stars

    Like the smart case

    • Written by from Laval

    Well, I had a bit of hard time to get my iPad fit into the case. Once it was in, it shaped the iPad perfectly while protecting both sides, the screen and the back. I strongly recommend it especially if you have kids

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  • 2.0 out of 5 stars

    Form Fit and Function

    • Written by from Lake Peekskill

    Form
    This case is a nice looking iteration of the original iPad case but of course that is subjective. It has nice curves that compliment the iPad with cut outs for the speaker, mute switch, headphones and 30 pin connector. The accented volume button with plus and minus graphics is a nice touch as is the power button. The apple logo is also nice.

    Fit
    Here is where the smart case fails miserably. The case does not fit snug, it some times pops out if held in a certain way and there are gaps big enough between the iPad and the case that you can see right through. I tried this case with both an iPad 2 and iPad 3rd generation which is bigger and to my surprise they both fit terribly. This is a big FAIL. FYI I've tried two different smart cases purchased months apart to see if I just got a bad case.

    Function
    The smart case does it's job, it protects the front and back of the iPad, the stand seems to work well on flat even surfaces and it turns the iPad on and off as intended. The buttons as described early are a nice addition. The edges of the case are hard and seemingly sharp, it is very uncomfortable to hold and fails in this respect. Users have also complained of magnetic hold of the cover being week and therefore disengaging easily but have also complained about the cover being difficult to open because it sits flush with the case and requires finger nails to lift it open, I agree with the complaints. So for function it does what is intended but falls short, leaves much to be desired. So it kinda Fails in my book.

    I hope this review is helpful to buyers.

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  • 2.0 out of 5 stars

    It doesn't fit!

    • Written by from Maple Plain

    The Smart Cover doesn't fit my iPad 2. It's lose like baggy pants and I fear my iPad isn't secure. Loved the Smart Cover but not happy with the case at all.not even sure the cover will close tight enough for the sleep mode to activate.

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  • 4.0 out of 5 stars

    Apple Smart Case

    • Written by from Lincoln

    Just received this case today. Got it in Grey. Would like to have it in Black but does not look like it is being offered in Black. It fits nice and not very bulky. The only thing is it is hard for me to open the cover, maybe it is because I have not used it yet. First time having it engraved and didn't realize it to be really small.

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Very disappointed

    • Written by from Concord

    I wrongfully assumed that I could get a great cover for my I Pad through Apple. The design is truly lacking. I is very difficult to use the stand. It doesn't stay. The I Pad falls down. I have to use other items to keep the screen propped up. I'm so disappointed.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    APPLE ROCKS!!!!!!

    • Written by from Rochester

    I'm not sure why people think this product is so bad or doesn't fit?!?!?! I have the 4th generation iPad and it took me more time to open the box than to slightly press the iPad into my case slot, lol. Which means it took me no time to get it to fit. I've just received my order today and I absolutely LOVEEEEE ITTTTTT!!!!! Thank you Apple

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Not high quality

    • Written by from FLORISSANT

    Not the quality I expected from a company that produces such high quality products. Does not fit iPad 4 well at all. If the cover is not laid perfectly, it does not lock the device. I am returning this item which I just received today.

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  • 2.0 out of 5 stars

    Pretty Good

    • Written by from Wauchula

    I dropped my ipad the other day while it was in this case, took it out and it was completely fine. Keeps the ipad up.

    Cons:The suede on the inside gets picks up any stains, it's crazy. The flap doesn't pick stick to the back of the case, and the from of the case is ripping apart because.
    I DON'T RECOMMEND.

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Not well designed

    • Written by from Salem

    The hard sharp border makes it painful and awkward to hold. The lid when open seems like it should stay open, but it doesn't. It doesn't work well as a stand. If you set to type it's not up high enough and wobbles when you type. Stand more upright is even more flimsy. Not up to Apple's quality standards.

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Stopped working

    • Written by from tucson

    I've had this case for 5 months and it no longer works, it has lost it's magnetism, so therefore does not put the ipad into and out of sleep mode. It doesn't stay closed anymore. It was great while it lasted but for fifty dollars I would expect it to worK longer than 5 months!

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  • 4.0 out of 5 stars

    Good Case, Not so good stand.

    • Written by from Gardiner

    I love it as a case but the "stand" does not work so well. I dont believe in this case the stand is make it or break it though. I like how it covers the whole Ipad, so not to leave the back of it exposed to being scratched.

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Ipad Smart Case

    • Written by from Faversham

    I'm really disapointed with this. Poor fit, poorly alligned openings, sharp edges, fold-back stand impossible. Needless to say, I'm sending it back under the 14-day return option.

    Not what I have come to expect from an Apple branded product.

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  • 3.0 out of 5 stars

    iPad Smart Case

    • Written by from Newport

    This case is fair. Not a snug fit and looks like the iPad could fall out of this if not careful. Rigid edges uncomfortable if held from sides and forced to hold in open hand on bottom. I expected better from Apple especially considering the price.

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    smart case

    • Written by from Bridgeport

    the i pad smart case is bad for clumsy people it falls out very easy and can break very easy. every one i know that has one siad that they has to take it back together for school.

    DO NOT BUY CAN BREAK SUPER EASY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  • 4.0 out of 5 stars

    Serves its purpose

    • Written by from Garden Grove

    I have had 3 different cases and one Smart Cover for my iPad 2. This is my favorite so far. While it doesn't have the stand capabilities as many of the 3rd party cases available, it is sleek, slim, and protects my iPad. I dislike the bulkiness of the cases out there and the Smart Cover, while it was neat, just didn't assure me that my iPad was protected.

    The Smart Case as a stand still has some opportunities for improvement, but I have found that it works just fine on a flat, smooth surface when the cover is folded in the tightest triangle possible. When folding the cover, because of the magnetic capabilities of the Case, sometimes if one is not paying close attention, the cover is capable of folding into a loose triangle which does not allow the proper angle and may cause the iPad to fall over.

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Smells

    • Written by from Kansas City

    Front is ok just like smartcase but the back smells like model airplane glue. Maybe it will fade away, maybe it wont. In my case I am returning it cuz I'm sensitive to these things. YMMV.

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Perfect for Ipad

    • Written by from Tayga

    I have tried many chineese folios but this case is the best.
    This case fits perfect for my ipad 3. It is light and material is realy durable.
    It is much more comfortable that folios and other hard cases. But it depends how you prefer to use your ipad. If you like to use it withot a case at all, it is better to buy a small bag.

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