Posts tagged Ipad accessories
How to apply invisibleSHIELD full body to your iPad [Sponsored]
Jul 29th
This time we’re looking at the invisibleSHIELD full body for iPad which offers both top-side glass and bottom-side aluminum film protection. If you worry just as much about scratches on the back of your precious iPad as you do the front, full body is something to consider.
This is how I installed it.
- Clean my iPad screen thoroughly (I use iKlenz)
- Apply the liquid to my fingers
- Peel off the screen film and apply liquid to the back
- Place the skin carefully on my iPad
- Squeegee out excess liquid, carefully blotting to keep it away from water sensors
- Press out any remaining bubbles
- Turn it over
- Repeat the same procedure but the curved back can be tricky so go slowly and restart if you have to.
I use a big squeegee for the initial pass, the supplied smaller one for the details. I also made sure to put my iPad on a non-slip mat first so I don’t have to chase it around the table. (Basically what I did for the iPhone screen protector how-to, a little more conservative than Dieter’s approach).
We’ll be testing the invisibleSHIELD full body for iPad out for durability in the very near future, as well as comparing it some other films on the market. If you have any tips for applying them, or any questions about them, let me know in comments.
If you want to pick up a invisibleSHIELD full body for iPad, check out the TiPb iPad accessory store.
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Belkin Max Sleeve for iPad – accessory review
Jul 27th
The Belkin Max Sleeve for iPad not only does a great job of protecting your iPad, but it gives you a little extra room to stick some of your accessories in as well. The case is made of a fabric material that is pleated on the front. This is what allows you to have a zipper compartment in the front to stick your other gadgets in.
The inside of the case is a foamy white mesh material. It’s extremely soft so you don’t have to worry about it scratching your iPad. It’s also a loose fit, which means you won’t damage your iPad while taking it out and putting it back in the case. There’s always a down side to a case not fitting snugly though, and that’s if you forget to zip it and pick up the case by the wrong end, it’s very likely your iPad could go crashing to the floor. We didn’t have this happen with this case, but I could see that being a problem as the material on the inside doesn’t offer any grip.
The way we cast that fear aside was to put a silicon case on the iPad and then put it in the Belkin Max Sleeve. The silicon provides the grip and solves the issue. I know a lot of people wouldn’t want to buy 2 cases so it isn’t an ideal situation. My advice? It’s a great case worth the money, just be careful how you pick it up, or make sure you always zip it up.
Other than the sliding out of the case issue, this is a great case and well worth the money. It offers superior protection in an unobtrusive form factor. Even though it’s small, it still lets you stow away other objects, which is nice. If there’s any girls out there like me that hate carrying around a laptop/iPad bag and a purse, this is awesome. Simply throw your phone, credit cards, etc in the front pouch and you’re good to go. You can purchase the Belkin Max Sleeve for iPad from the TiPb Accessory Store.
Pros
- Allows for extra storage room in the front pocket
- Material on the outside is easy to grip on to
- Material on inside won’t scratch your iPad
Cons
- Inside material is a little slick so forgetting to zip up could cause an iPad to fall out
- Zipper on front pocket is sometimes a bit hard to pull
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Incipio Executive Foleo for iPad- accessory review
Jul 26th
This week I am taking a look at the Incipio Executive Folio black leather case for iPad. This case not only looks good but is super thin. There are no pockets in the case other than the area to slip in your iPad. The flap secures with a tab of leather that tucks into a leather loop.
The fact that this case uses real leather is nice; no “pleather” here. You can smell it as soon as you take the case out of the packaging. The inside is a very soft suede. I feel very safe sliding my iPad in and out of it. Since it is so soft, it slides in smoothly too. Sometimes with these types of cases the iPad won’t slide in smoothly and can get stuck on a corner, etc. I have not found that to be the situation here.
The only concern I have with this case is that the leather tab that closes the external flap is only sewn on in two places. It feel that over time, it might easily tear. My case has not torn, but if you watch the video, I show you what I mean.
Overall, this is a slim case that will protect your iPad from daily bumps and grinds. There is not any real padding for falls, but it seems to had handled the daily abuse I was able to give it just fine.
The Incipio Executive Folio black leather case for iPad is available now from the TiPb iPad accessory store.
Pros
- Slim
- Genuine leather
- Soft suede interior
Cons
- I feel over time the latch may tear
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XGear SHADOW case for iPad review
Jul 22nd
XGear SHADOW case for iPad is for those who want a tough exterior case for the back of their iPad but want to keep the front completely open for easy access. so, yes, it’s pretty much identical to the XGear Folio case for iPad I looked at earlier… without the front cover.
It’s black, it’s got a futuristic diagonal ridge texture going on, and while — again — it probably wouldn’t stop a bullet it does seem strong enough to repel most bumps, bashes, scratches, and scrapes that come anywhere near your iPad.
While I worried the four small corner tabs wouldn’t be enough to secure it safely and persistently to my iPad, it’s been snug for more than a couple of weeks now and shows no signs of letting go until I make it. The corners also double as mini bumpers to protect the sides of your iPad.
If you want something slick and sleek to keep the unibody aluminum back of your iPad in mint condition, check out the XGear SHADOW case for iPad available from the TiPb iPad Accessory Store.
Pros
- Carbon outer wrap is tough
- Looks good.
Cons
- Not as tight fitting as a skin
TiPb review rating
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Just get an iPad? Here’s what you need next!
Apr 3rd
Today Apple’s iPad finally went on sale which means a bunch of you just scored one and now, the unboxing done, the device powered up, the initial exploration done, you’re looking at it and trying to figure out what you need to do next. Don’t worry, TiPb’s got your back:
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Get apps and games. Apple has unleashed almost 2000 of them already (seriously, we’ve stopped counting!). You can find them — all of them — on iTunes, either on your Windows or Mac, or right on the iPad App Store. We’ve covered a ton of iPad apps here already, and we’ll be reviewing some of our favorites this week, so keep your eyes peeled!
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Get accessories. The TiPb Store has just started offering iPad accessories for pre-order. If you want to protect that big, beautiful screen or wrap a case over that pristine aluminum shell, be sure to check them out! (And hey, don’t forget their 10% off coupon code!)
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Get talking. If you just want to talk about your new iPad and all those apps and accessories, or if you need help getting started (or to trouble-shoot bugs), or advice and recommendations, we have two new discussion groups just for you: iPad Device and Help Forum and iPad Apps and Games Forum.
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iPad Accessories Available for Preorder – Save 10% Now!!
Apr 3rd
The TiPb Accessory Store now has new iPad Accessories available for pre-order. Order between now and April 14th and use coupon code iPad10 to get an additional 10% off on your entire order! (excludes shipping)
You can find iPad Cases, iPad Screen Protectors, and a new pair of headphones for your iPad, and more.
(Not getting an iPad? Tired of the iPad hoopla? The coupon code will also work for any of our iPhone 3GS Accessories too!)
[Sponsored Post]
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iPad Accessories Already Facing Delays, Shortages?
Mar 16th
9to5Mac has been keeping a close eye on official Apple iPad accessories [Apple Online Store link] and while the iPad dock and iPod Dock to VGA adapter remain on April 3 schedule, the iPad Case is now listed as shipping in mid April while the iPad Keyboard Dock and iPad 10W USB Power Adapter have fallen to May. What’s more:
Perhaps even worse then those accessory delays is the iPad Camera Kit’s current situation. The kit which allows you to connect an SD card or digital cameras to your iPad is not even on Apple’s online store.
Did Apple underestimate demand for some of the iPad accessories? Did you manage to order one before the delays?
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