12 months: great review covers for iPad Air

It would not have praised marketers aluminum case and scratch-resistant mineral glass, as it was not concise design, and all the same: a modern mobile device is very difficult to imagine without the cover. Especially if this device - the tablet that you want to use actively in the work, carried in a bag, drop to the floor!

Our review focuses on twelve popular cases for the iPad Air. And if, on the question of choice of accessory for you is really important, we are sure to immediately go to the "January". Otherwise, just read "September" - you'll like it!

January: Thule Gauntlet

"January - beginning of the year, his Silenus frost"
T. Kersten

"Gauntlet" in translation from English - "gauntlet". I should note that a better name for this cover you can imagine! Deliberately aggressive design durable outer parts made of polyurethane and steel snap latches, located on the inner side of the boot, give us confidence for the safety of the tablet. Rubber tabs allow to select the most convenient angle for viewing the screen and typing.

Protection against scratches and small mechanical damages are intended to provide a soft inner liner made of perforated cloth, fringed and durable cover edge. With regard to these territories, we would like to say separately: for access to all ports and controls, of course, given all the necessary cutouts. But, to me personally, the man does not differ a great size of the fingers, it was very inconvenient to use a lock on the side panel responsible for mute or lock the screen orientation. Also worth noting is that this case is not provided with the usual magnet, which automatically locks the tablet screen. Instead, we get the retaining clip that retains the closed state of the cover, at the time when the tablet is not in use.

In general, the cover can be recommended to young people who spend a lot of time on the road. Just cover perfectly discourages attacks grasping little hands - most likely, they simply will not open. Well, the girls Thule Gauntlet, seem a little cute because light and thin, this case turns called hard!

Buy Thule Gauntlet in retail can be as low as 2,190 rubles.

February: Puro Booklet Case

"Shifting the month of February - He loves the spring, and winter he was sorry"
P. Solovyov

Puro Booklet Case - this is a real, practical "Italian" in our review! The design of the cover is kept, and harmoniously look at the background of brilliant iPad Air faces. The outer part Puro Booklet Case made of eco-skin material which is firmly makes all attempts to scratch, tear, or any even more sophisticated way damage it. The inner side of the cover is ready to please you with a chamois leather and unusual pattern, which, depending on the amount of available light on it, it shines bright, it almost disappears!

In everyday use Case proved convenient: the plate is attached to the inside of the plastic clamps that hold it tenaciously. It has a function of automatic activation of the tablet, when you open the top cover. This lid also serves as a support, using Puro Booklet Case as supports. Thus, it does not develop in the usual triangle, and is wrapped in the opposite direction and is inserted into the recess on the bottom of the case. There is the possibility both vertical and horizontal arrangement of the tablet, which allows for maximum comfort while typing or viewing videos.

Recommend this case can be everything from practical business users to extravagant fashionistas. Only, as in the case of the Thule Gauntlet, called Puro Booklet Case thin hardly succeed.

Buy Puro Booklet Case in retail can be as low as 1890 rubles.

March: Safo Shift White Noise

"This month - the morning of the year, nature wakes up"
M. Khaleeva

Safo - is a young, dynamically developing Russian brand, which produces under his own name a variety of accessories made of natural materials, primarily for Apple products. The company's slogan is: "take with you only what you need," and cover Safo Shift White Noise wonderful confirms it!

Made of several layers of felt cover is a few pockets, which comfortably accommodate as a favorite iPad, and other small but important things.

As I said above, for the manufacture of their covers, the master of Safo choose felt, wool obtained from the absolute. This environmentally friendly material tight to the tablet surface and protects it from scratches and other mechanical damage. Case Safo Shift White Noise practically does not increase the tablet in weight or volume. In conclusion, I would like to note that all products are made by hand Safo, and all materials used in production are extraordinarily durable.

At this point Case Safo Shift White Noise for iPad Air can be pre-ordered for 1290 rubles at the official site of the manufacturer.

April: Cygnett Paradox Texture

"April rushing, ringing streams, circles thawed visible"
FROM. Bogdan

As long as Cygnett Paradox Texture has not appeared in my hand, I doubt that he will be able to find their place in this review. Well, actually, he looks reminiscent of the usual "book", with the only slight difference is that the upper part of the sum is not a standard triangle, and the like origami. And in that moment, that this is the origami we have all seen and we know since the Incase Origami Workstation, adds no desire to watch a novelty from the Australians. But at some point, a healthy curiosity took over and I went to see the promised functionality and aesthetics in a single, unique bundle (at least so promise with slogans the official site).

So the first thing that pleasantly surprises and is remembered for a long time - a coating which is made a part of the outer cover. It is very pleasant to the touch and resembles the surface of granite! Cygnett Paradox Texture totally made of durable material, but the upper part of the "book" I seemed flimsy, probably from her constant attempts to gather at the same origami. Case available in two colors: gray and blue.

With its main task - to protect the tablet from scratches and damage - Cygnett Paradox Texture consults on a solid top five. In the same way, confident and perfectly, it provides the standard functionality: using the cover as a stand, you can choose different angles for comfortable work and entertainment, and built-in magnets to automatically activate and block the plate for opening and closing the cover.

In general, the manufacturer did not disappoint - the aesthetics and functionality present in full, but how it is unique - you decide. I would recommend this case would, most likely, the girls who love to be "like a stone wall!"
Buy Cygnett Paradox Texture in retail can be as low as 1790 rubles.

May: Twelve South BookBook Travel Journal

«May conjures. It may play a warm sunbeam "
I. Perevoznikova

To be precise, the Twelve South BookBook Travel Journal - this is not the case. In fact - this is a great organizer, with all its attributes to him a lot of departments, compartments, pockets, zippers, sleeves... For you to get a clear understanding of what we say, I will say only one thing: the thickness Twelve South BookBook Travel Journal can be compared with the official biography of Steve Jobs, but with proper filling - and weight also! It's no joke? According to the manufacturer, the organizer must save our time searching for necessary accessories, because everything we use in tandem with our iPad, iPhone and even, Mac, we keep in the same place - Twelve South BookBook Travel Journal.

At the same time, visually and tactilely, organizer of the Twelve South simply delicious. The outer part is made of leather. Vintage design, reminiscent of an old religious book does not leave indifferent, absolutely anyone! Execution of the interior, numerous pockets and fasteners, as are high quality and well thought out. In fact, the organizer provides several places where the tablet is placed comfortably.

Unfortunately, imagine the extraordinary creation from Twelve South for everyday use, it is difficult to obtain. You do not go to work with a travel backpack? And then himself organizer ultimately require a bag for comfortable transportation, and plate it is best to keep in the Smart Case.

Recommend Twelve South BookBook Travel Journal can be avid travelers, and people who are tired of clutter in their backpacks and bags. This is a great gift that the same will please both girls and young people.

And finally, it is necessary to add that in the near future, the manufacturer is preparing to launch on the market a lightweight version of Travel Journal - Case called the Twelve South BookBook, personal "book" for a tablet, a light and thin, but maintains a corporate design and quality performance.
Buy Twelve South BookBook Travel Journal can in some online stores with decent overpayment for shipment and delivery. Therefore, I recommend to book organizer on the official website of the manufacturer's price $ 99.99.

June: Speck StyleFolio

"It's June - the beginning of summer. And we have been waiting for a whole year "
T. Kersten

I have to say, from the Californian manufacturer Speck and StyleFolio news for iPad Air, I expected more. I faced with a changed, for the worse, "the older twin brother" of another cover by Speck - FitFolio for iPad Mini. But first things first.

Design Speck StyleFolio not raise any problems - cover the same stylish looks like a tranquil monochrome performance, and in the illustrated embodiments, with bright fancy patterns, covering the entire outer part StyleFolio. Outside cover is made of leather, comfortable to hold, and is excellent in hand, he does not slip. Inner trim appreciate microfiber. The rear cover on which is mounted the plate, made of strong polycarbonate, and the perimeter has a second layer designed to protect the tablet faces from scratches. At the bottom, the lid is equipped with a proprietary acoustic bucket that covers the dynamics of iPad Air, and redirects the sound forward, to the user. When using Speck StyleFolio as a stand, you will be able to choose the most comfortable angle of inclination - are responsible for it four grooves on the upper part of the "book." It supports both vertical and horizontal arrangement of the tablet. And lastly, it should be noted that Speck StyleFolio not support the familiar and convenient for many users auto-lock and activation of the tablet, at the closing-opening cover.

Instead, we got a solid clasp that is guaranteed to retain the closed state of the cover during transport and possibly will protect the tablet from mechanical damage.

All of the above sounds good, right? But... It was the first case in which my plate was placed with difficulty (perhaps I was just unlucky with specifically taken instance). Acoustic ladle leaves mixed feelings: he was even less effective than the banal sound redirection of the tablet speakers folded hands. On top of all, I note that the stand of the Speck StyleFolio no: construction unstable and treacherous slides of the most active of the locking grooves at typing.

Overall, I would give this case the mother-in - elegant and useless!

Buy Speck StyleFolio in retail can be as low as 1590 rubles.

July: Jison Matelasse Case

"In July and ripening strawberries in a clearing, and in the garden"
T. Kersten

Jison Matelasse Case - a prime example of a classical combination of a rigid lining on the back cover plate and a magnetic cover. This case can be called truly thin and light. Seamless design adds a minimalist design cover elegance and rich colors, which presents Jison Matelasse Case, make it attractive to the fairer sex, and for men who appreciate this model in a restrained black or brown color.

Case is made by hand. The outer part - this soft leather, with a tough pad, inside of which the tablet is placed, just covered with leather, and the hand is surprisingly pleasant. Jison Matelasse Case includes everything you need for a comfortable and secure storage of the tablet. Access to controls, ports and the camera does not cause discomfort.

Magnetic lid serves to several classic features: protects the screen, blocks or activates the tablet, as well as a convenient stand with different viewing angles.

Summarizing, we can say that this is a great example of a classic boot performance that should please everyone. "Simple and tasteful!" - so I would like to end our acquaintance with Jison Matelasse Case.

Buy Jison Matelasse Case in retail can be as low as 2490 rubles.

August: Borofone General Series

"Well, you, August, day after day, we water the rain?"
BUT. Borisov

Case Borofone General Series made of genuine oiled skin. And if before, I did not want to let go Cygnett Paradox Texture, which miraculously imitate granite, then after meeting with the product from Borofone, I can say that I have a pet changed. This classic "book", made in a noble retro very practical and elegant. Thin lines cover emphasize the weightlessness of your tablet and do not give him too much volume.

At the top of the "books" are integrated magnets that are locked, a holding case closed when the tablet is not in use, as well as with their help has a function of automatic activation and blocking iPad. The lower part, habitually made of a durable material with skin, and boasts a rigid frame, which perfectly protects the plate from mechanical damages, and in no way hinders access to all elements management.

The lower part of the "books" in the folded state performs the role of the usual supports, offering a choice of several viewing angles, creating comfort when working with text and multimedia applications.

Of course, in appearance it is clear that first of all recommend Borofone General Series I stylish business audience. But connoisseurs of excellent design, uniqueness and simplicity, cases of this manufacturer will be thrilled.

Buy Borofone General Series in retail can be as low as 2,690 rubles.

September: Smart Case

"In September, we have not sad: Warm afternoon, all the colors"
FROM. Tsokur

And here is the promised earlier "September", which is exactly like those who do not want to waste time looking for this accessory as a cover for the tablet. Legendary Smart Case from Apple, ideal for lovers of brevity and simplicity. Case presented in six colors, so I'm sure that each of you will be able to choose an option for everyone.

Case made from aniline leather, with interior finish microfiber and sits perfectly on the plate did not increasing the weight or thickness of the device. He perfectly protects the iPad from scratches and mechanical damage. A function of the automatic activation of the tablet when you open the cover, will save battery life and your time.

Unlike the precursors, Smart Case for iPad Air has only three active sections on the upper lid cover, which is slightly changed to cradle the principle construction of the tablet. If you remember, earlier Smart Case had four sections and formed a small triangle, which coped with its function of stand, but I seemed unstable, possibly because of the greater weight and size of the iPad predecessors Air. Now, collecting stand triangle of three sections, we have a wide and stable base that holds the tablet is perfect!

Recommend updated model Smart Case to anyone who truly appreciates the time and does not enjoy long walks to the shops in search of something such ...

Buy Smart Case in retail can be as low as 3,399 rubles.

October: Puro Zeta Slim Case

"October has come - it's Grove otryahaet last sheets with their naked branches'
BUT. FROM. Pushkin

Second Case of Puro in our review, and I confess honestly, he liked me more Puro Booklet Case.

Word «slim» there is an ulterior motive in the title: Case really thin and light, and the plate is placed inside with some effort, and a kind of click. By the way, later, take out the iPad turned out very difficult task.

Outer side cover made of synthetic material, with a solid lining inside. The rear part, which is placed in the plate, made of plastic. She brushed confidently hold in their hands, and perfectly protects the tablet from damage. Should pay attention to the kind of the tab on the rear of the case: it is the lock of the top cover, using Puro Zeta Slim Case as a stand. By tradition, it is possible to choose a suitable angle of inclination of the tablet, depending on the task you are performing. Stand is stable and has a comfortable work.

Case supports the automatic screen lock. Access to the controls is not difficult and does not cause negative feelings.

In addition to red, Puro Zeta Slim Case is presented in strict black and unique «UK Flag» performance. Recommend it can be everything, but it is red model is well suited to girls who prefer style and sophistication throughout.

Buy Puro Zeta Slim Case in retail can be at a price of 1990 rubles.

November: Ozaki o! Coat Travel Moscow

"Freezing wind in November, cold a cold"
T. Kersten

Each of the covers Ozaki o collection! Coat Travel corresponds to a particular country. This correspondence is expressed in the figure, taken along a special technique embossing on the outside and inside of the cover. For such a unique design, the 2012 covers collection of Ozaki o! Coat Travel have been awarded in the Red Dot Design Design of the prestigious award.

In our review, we attended an exclusive, sold only in the case Ozaki o Russia! Coat Travel Moscow. "Moscow" is different material from which the outer side of the cover - then used a glossy synthetic material, which is also designed to reflect the respective motives of our country: the Russian winter and Russian frosts! If we talk about the other members of the series - they are made of rubberized matte material.

Cover surprise you to use it as a stand, if desired. The fact that the upper lid, from which we gather support for the stand, provides us with a huge choice: it can be folded into a classic triangle, in Smart Case style, or else, in a bizarre form of origami, a stable and credible. It is nothing like the origami that shows us Cygnett Paradox Texture, and manufacturer assures that even actively playing on your tablet, you can be sure Stand stability.

I did not play, but enough to enjoy all the options of placing the tablet. I can say that the mechanism of the stand from the cover Ozaki o! Coat Travel Moscow seen the best of me, at the moment. By the way, pay attention to the back of the cover: it is elastic and stylus holder. Gum is thrown on the cover of the front cover, and serves as an additional lock Ozaki o! Coat Travel Moscow closed. Why is optional, because the main lock - a classic magnets, with automatic activation of the tablet.

A few words should be said about access to controls and ports - they are left open and no discomfort when working with them the owner of this cover will not suffer.

Ozaki o! Coat Travel Moscow suitable for your loved ones. Believe me, this is a great gift and a very high quality product that is exclusive to our country.

Buy Ozaki o! Coat Travel Moscow retail chains can be as low as 2890 rubles.

December: Targus Versavu ™ iPad Air Rotating Stand Case

"In December, you will not meet a puddle - Puddle were frozen for a long time"
N. Kapustyuk

Close our review will cover an unusual rotating stand from the company Targus.

Targus products companies familiar to me for a long time. I actively use multiple packs of the brand and attracts me a special scale and thoroughness with which the Targus suited to the creation of its products. Therefore Versavu Case for iPad Air can not escape from my eyes. I am pleased to have studied a novelty, and she did in no way disappointed!

Thus, the outer cover part made of polyurethane and is represented in several colors: black, blue, purple and green. All colors tend to accumulate grease and cover perfectly retains its appearance. Inner trim cover is made of microfiber, and located on the upper lid groove for fixing the location of the tablet, using Versavu pedestal.

The plate was mounted inside a plastic housing in which is very tight. Part of the housing is a hinge which allows to change the position of the tablet from horizontal to vertical.

With its objectives to preserve the appearance of the tablet cover cope perfectly well. The automatic activation of the tablet at the opening Versavu implemented using a standard mechanism - Magnetic top cover. The cons can be written only cover size - he is thick and heavy in our review. Therefore recommend it to everyone, I would not. But if you are familiar with the products of Targus, Case Versavu is nothing you will not be disappointed.

Buy Targus Versavu ™ iPad Air Rotating Stand Case in retail can be as low as 1790 rubles.

So to get our review of the most popular cases for the iPad Air. I hope we have gathered experience will help you make the right choice when buying a cover for your favorite tablet. From myself as I wish to add that at the moment I'm using Thule Gauntlet, which was bought at the end of last year. After a close acquaintance with the products of other manufacturers, I decided that with time I shall buy myself Ozaki o! Coat Travel Moscow, that is my feeling, was the best at the moment. I also pre-order Safo Shift White Noise, because he is incredibly friendly and "home", and thus to the time when my family had a second iPad Air, questions about a case will not occur.

Share your opinion on the covers that you use, or plan to buy - with great interest to discuss them. Well, just to decide on our review of the comments and social networks. Have fun!