Word Nerd Posted November 5, 2011 Share Posted November 5, 2011 DH surprised me with an early birthday present--an iPad! :) I have read through several of the previous threads here about cases and am leaning toward getting an Otterbox case, but I don't know which one. Then I saw some of the Franklin Covey portfolio-type ones, and they look much nicer for the money. Otterbox seems like the most heavy-duty one, but I'm not sure how much protection I'll actually need for my iPad. Are there others you like? Also, what do you use to keep the screen clean? Mine is already a smudgy mess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted November 5, 2011 Share Posted November 5, 2011 (edited) Well, I went ahead and ordered the Otterbox Reflex case today. There are 2 differences that I can see between the Otterbox Defender and the Reflex. The Defender keeps out dust/dirt and is heavier and super rugged. It is made for contractors out on the job sites for example. The Reflex still protects against drops and scrapes, etc...which is what I need. I have a case like the Franklin Covey one and I guess if I were the only one using it and kept it in my office, etc....it would be fine, but I am freaking out over scratches! I have a screen protector on it already and it has worked fine. I don't know if the Reflex will come with another one or not. Dawn Edited November 6, 2011 by DawnM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted November 5, 2011 Share Posted November 5, 2011 BTW: Amazon's prices on the Otterbox are about 1/2 of ordering from Otterbox or the store. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acurtis75 Posted November 6, 2011 Share Posted November 6, 2011 My dh bought a spray cleaner & cloth from the electronics store which works great to clean the screen. I also bought a stylus because I like to write notes & to avoid dd using dirty fingers on the screen. That helps some but I still find myself cleaning the screen at least once a day. I have a leather case & it's been fine so far. I picked it because it looked nice and fit in my purse. When I get dd her own for Christmas I plan to get the hard cover for her. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abbeyej Posted November 6, 2011 Share Posted November 6, 2011 We have really basic covers on the iPad and iPad2. It has never been a problem. I suppose if I had rambunctious smaller children, I'd be more concerned. But if it's only being handled by adults or fairly careful older kids... But I don't have a big protective cover on my phone either. I'm careful but not obsessive with these things... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Word Nerd Posted November 6, 2011 Author Share Posted November 6, 2011 (edited) Now I'm leaning toward the SwitchEasy Canvas. There are some really helpful review videos on various websites and on YouTube, and a few videos show similar cases together and give a side-by-side comparison. Edited November 6, 2011 by WordGirl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted November 10, 2011 Share Posted November 10, 2011 Here is a case for you! http://www.amazon.com/iMaxi-Apple-Cover-Protective-INTERIOR/dp/B003V5NSQ4/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1320963525&sr=8-2 :rofl::ohmy::smilielol5: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted November 10, 2011 Share Posted November 10, 2011 I put my new Otterbox Reflex on today. So far I really like it. It is slimmer than the Defender but I think it is all I will need for protection. I like the cover that goes on the top and how it doubles as a holder. Dawn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Word Nerd Posted November 10, 2011 Author Share Posted November 10, 2011 Here is a case for you! http://www.amazon.com/iMaxi-Apple-Cover-Protective-INTERIOR/dp/B003V5NSQ4/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1320963525&sr=8-2 :rofl::ohmy::smilielol5: I'm not sure which smiley to use. Where's the one where I both spit my Coke and giggle snort at the same time? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WiseOwlKnits Posted November 10, 2011 Share Posted November 10, 2011 This is the case I have. My iPad slipped off the table and fell on ceramic tile - without getting damaged. I love this case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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