Available from – http://www.proporta.com/F02/PPF02P05.php?t_id=4949&t_mode=des
And
http://shop.brando.com/ipad-3g-16gb-32gb-64gb-_c1193d046
Price – Various
The second most important task after buying your lovely iPad is getting a case and covering the screen with a good screen protector. Proporta and Brando were kind enough to send me a selection of their cases and screen protectors.
Screen Protectors –
Brando Shopping send me 2 different types – their ultra clear and anti reflective. Both are excellent, but I preferred the ultra clear as it keeps the original colours. And I got both on with no bubbles.
Proporta – they sent me their Advanced Screen Protector which acts as a good anti reflective material and solid protection.
Both Brando Shopping and Proporta’s screen protectors are washable, although I haven’t tried that myself.
Brando Shopping Silicone & Proporta Mizu Shell Cases
The top photo shows a selection of hard rubber cases from both companies. All are superb, but Brando offer a wider selection of finishes – some have different backs, one as shown above has a whole cut in the back to allow the Apple logo to show clearly.
Proporta Maya Case
The Maya case is a well designed artist case. The edge of the iPad marginally shows bottom left and top right, but for a simple solution this is a good choice.
Brando Book Leather Case with Magnets
This is my personal favourite. Lovely quality leather and a slim fit. The magnets stop the case opening by accident, although these may affect the compass.
Brando Artificial Leather case plus stand
Another great option, which includes a stand to prop case up. Flip style a shown below.
Brando also has some decent carrying options. Their carrying case and neoprene case as shown below. The carrying case is tough and has space for additional storage. I will certainly use this for long journeys.
Brando Silicone and Hard Back Options
Brando also have a variety of silicone from thin silicone to tougher soft silicone. They also have florescent silicone. The bright green is so bright my camera got confused. See photo.
The tough edge silicone is slightly thicker and my personal favourite silicone finish.
Finally the hard back cover is for those who want minimal protection jut to stop the iPad backside getting scratched.
So recapping –
Screen Protectors – All excellent, but the Brando Ultra Clear is my personal preference.
Cases and Covers – My preferences are Brando Book Leather, Brando Florescent Silicone, Brando Tough Silicone and Brando Hard Cover. The Proporta Maya is my favourite pouch option.
Review by Gavin Fabiani-Laymond
Thanks for the roundup Gavin. I’ve got the official case at the moment, but I think I’d prefer a book style leather case. I’d miss the prop so it’s good to see Brando offering one.