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I have been using the Devicewear Slim Ipad Case for over one year on my Ipad 4th Generation. Here is how I would rate it based on the functionality one might expect from this type of case:
A) 5 Stars - Fitment:
The fit is perfect. It was installed on the Ipad new 15 months ago, and remains there.
All ports and buttons are centered in their openings and are accessible.
B) 5 Stars - Protection of Ipad's Aluminum Body under Normal Use:
The fairly thick hard plastic rear case covers all of the aluminum, other than ports and buttons as expected.
I expect the Ipad's Aluminum Body to look new after years of use, until some day in the future when the Devicewear case gets replaced.
C) 5 Stars - Protection of Ipad's Front Glass/Screen - Under Normal Use:
The cover closes to protect the glass, and is held in place lightly by a magnet.
In most cases, you can put your Ipad in your backpack/sleeve/purse without worrying about the screen.
There is no clear screen protector, so no protection while the Ipad is in use, but who needs a screen protector with Apple Glass?
I would prefer a rear plastic case that wraps around to cover the front edges of the glass. This case does not do that.
D) 4 Stars - Drop Protection (this section is loaded with opinion - I have obviously not tested these assumptions):
For this type of case, it offers very good protection.
Rear cover is fairly thick plastic and offers very good protection.
Front cover is thick enough to offer very good protection (Vegan Leather, reinforcing board in the middle, microfiber inside).
If you drop it from a kitchen table to a hardwood floor, your device will likely go undamaged.
If you drop it from five feet high onto concrete, you will likely get damage.
If you want excellent protection, get a rugged case, and give up the attractive appearance of your Ipad.
E) 4 Stars - Folding the cover underneath, out of the way, when using the tablet as... well, as a tablet:
When folded underneath, the cover gets in the way a little bit, but it is not irritating.
When new, the cover on my case folded back perfectly square, and I would have it given 5 stars.
After 15 months of daily use and wear, it does not fold back completely square due to wear (folding fatigue) at the main "hinge."
When it does not fold back square... It can and has put my Ipad to sleep while in use.
F) 5 Stars - Sleep/Wake Function:
The cover puts the Ipad to sleep when closed, and wakes it when opened. Perfect.
Due to the folding fatigue described above, the cover does not always close perfectly square, but it has not been a problem.
G) 5 Stars - Use as a desktop stand with varying angles:
Works perfect. With a given desk and chair, anyone under 5 feet tall to well over 6 feet tall will find a good angle.
Method: The plastic Case has a foot (protrusion) that sits into indentations on the inside cover microfiber.
H) 5 Stars - Materials/Construction/Workmanship
Front Cover is "Vegan Leather." It actually feels and handles like leather. Couldn't be better.
"Vegan Leather" sounds better than Synthetic Leather, which is what it really is. : )
The inside of the Front Cover is microfiber that protects the glass screen from being scratched.
Stitching is tight and still in place after 15 months.
The rear case is indented where the vegan leather overlays (on the back). Excellent design that keeps the back flat and smooth.
I) 5 Stars - Appearance
Words that apply: Professional. Appealing. Leather. Streamline. Effective. I can think of no way to improve the appearance.
In summary, for the two categories I rated lower than 5...
1. The drop protection cannot be improved without making this streamline device into a rugged hulk.
2. If Devicewear can find a way to improve the back-folding and closing, It would be.... perfect.
I highly recommend this case.
| Standing screen display size | 9.7 Inches |
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