Favorite iPad covers for YOU.

[Green_Tea]

I am geting an iPad for my birthday. :yay:

I am overwhelmed by cover options. This is MOMMY'S toy, so not something the kids will have regular access to, but I imagine that they might occasionally get to do something with it for a special treat (i.e., home sick, doctor's office waiting room, etc.)

I have looked at the Otterbox cases and the Gumdrop ones, but kind of want something sleeker and not quite so bulky. I am considering this one (no reviews on this color, but good reviews on the other colors):
http://www.amazon.com/Amzer-Silicone-Skin-Jelly-Apple/dp/B004TB70Y0/ref=pd_sim_e_6

I'd love your suggestions!

Also, did I mention - :yay: I'm getting an iPad!!

[mackmama]

Woohoo!! I really like these:

Otterbox Defender

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004QI371Q/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=tripwiremagaz-20&linkCode=as2&camp=217145&creative=399373&creativeASIN=B004QI371Q

[Pyrodjm]

I have the Switcheasy Canvas Folio in purple and love it.
Here (http://www.amazon.com/SwitchEasy-Canvas-Folio-iPad-SW-CANP2-PU/dp/B005DKPTQW/ref=pd_bxgy_e_img_b)

[jgenie]

I have this case (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004TU3SUG/ref=oh_o01_s00_i00_details). It's a bit bulky but I love it.

[arivecchi]

I have the otterbox defender for home and a sleeve for when I take it with me (usually travel). Honestly, I've dropped it a few times and am glad we have the otterbox!

[JBaxter]

I preferred the otterbox for iPad 1 but the Griffin extreme duty is what I would go with for the iPad2 Its surviving Jack... that says a lot. its bulkier but has protected mine from being pushed off the kitchen table onto tile floor, dropped down 3 steps and having a cup of coffee spilled on it. http://www.amazon.com/Griffin-Survivor-Extreme-duty-BLACK-GB02480/dp/B004SPVZKW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1328273286&sr=8-1

If you look up the reviews on amazon the Griffin has much better reviews. It's impressed me and that says a lot.

[marymoo86]

We have the dodo case (http://www.dodocase.com/products/dodocase-for-ipad2). Very sleek and protects decently. Looks like a book cover

[MelissaTC]

I have the Trident Kraken. It definitely adds bulk but I feel a lot more comfortable with it now. I bought my case from amazon. It was a lot cheaper.

[Green_Tea]

Thanks for all the responses!

Does anyone have this one?

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005FNKMGE/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&m=A174CY8CR6S3G5

I totally get the Otterbox love because I have an Otterbox cover for my phone, but I really don't like the look of the iPad case. Ditto the Griffin ones. I don't want to make a stupid decision simply based on looks, but this is MY toy, not the kids'. I'd also love something that has optional screen coverage so I don't need to buy a separate sleeve for toting it to and from school. I really wish I could find an m-edge one that's just like my Kindle cover - it looks like this:
http://www.amazon.com/M-Edge-Canvas-Trip-Jacket-Kindle/dp/B004M18EHE/ref=sr_1_19?ie=UTF8&qid=1328279630&sr=8-19

I love that I can fold over the back and slip it under the elastic for reading.

Keep the suggestions coming!

[JBaxter]

I have one similar to the first one you posted for my Kindle Fire. Its off limits to ANYONE but me. I like it.

[MMMommy]

Switcheasy Canvas!

[peanut520]

i love my targus (http://www.amazon.com/Targus-Versavu-Degree-Rotating-THZ04503US/dp/B005DEW42U/ref=pd_sim_e_4).

there is one draw back and there is no smart on/off, but i just attached a magnet to it and works fine. even though this was one of the first after market covers when the ipad2 came out; i'd still consider it even with all the choices out now.

[Gena]

I have an Otterbox Defender on DS's iPad, but he's the primary user.

My Dad has this one from Brookstone and loves it:
http://www.brookstone.com/bluetooth-keyboard-portfolio-ipad-2?bkiid=ProductDetails|Accesories|712984p

[annex]

I love my Maroo case! They have lots of unique designs -

http://www.maroo.com/store/Cases/iPad-2-Cases

I like that is has the corner bumpers for added drop protection, but is still pretty lightweight.

[reneed]

I have the cover from apple and bought the accidential damage protection from best buy on the ipad

[endlessheather]

Another fan of the Switch Easy Canvas. My family liked it so much that my sister ordered one after our Christmas visit.

[kozachka]

We have the dodo case. Very sleek and protects decently. Looks like a book cover

That's what DH has but after having been dropped a few times two of the internal corners holding iPad in place have broken off (they are made from bamboo) and it does not feel as safe. It was a gift from MIL for DH along with the iPad, and does look sleek, but I would not buy it again if I were in the market for another case, which I am because I don't love it.

[lablover]

Another SwitchEasy Canvas fan!

[Green_Tea]

Thank you all so much - this is all such helpful information! I am still overwhelmed, but at least I can start to narrow the field. I appreciate it!

[urquie]

I love my switcheasy canvas... however, three of the four corners are cracked, with small chunks missing out of two of the corners. It has never been dropped or miss-handled.

I found many similar stories with a google search. Nicely, it sounds like switcheasy is good to work with and quick to replace the product. I should really contact them!

[mezzona]

case mate pop case
http://www.case-mate.com/Apple-iPad-2-Cases/Case-Mate-iPad-2-Pop-Case-with-Stand.asp

sturdy. sleek. not bulky. stand stows. stand has held up. gets rave reviews. fave so far. we have gone through MANY cases.

[Green_Tea]

case mate pop case
http://www.case-mate.com/Apple-iPad-2-Cases/Case-Mate-iPad-2-Pop-Case-with-Stand.asp

sturdy. sleek. not bulky. stand stows. stand has held up. gets rave reviews. fave so far. we have gone through MANY cases.

Wow - I REALLY like that! And it comes in pink :love-retry:.