iPad Pro Anyone found a decent case yet for M4 iPad Pro?

[darthbane2k]

Anyone manage to find / order a decent case for the 2024 M4 iPad Pro that isn't the Apple Smart Folio?
Am based in the UK and I ordered a few on amazon (ESR) and they're all going.back as they are way too bulky or feel like cheap garbage.
Why do I get the feeling that Apple are just going to make me shell out for the Smart Folio?!

 

[Davidalan]

All Leather iPad Cases | Burton Goods | Minneapolis

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I have the the current version of this case for my iPad Pro and according to the information below the description a versions of this for new iPad Pro is coming. It’s extremely thin a minimal. However I have owned several iPad cases from a company called Pad and Quill and Burton is the new version of this company. Pan and Quill was by far the best cases I have ever owned.

Leather Folio - iPad Pro 12.9 (6th Gen) - Brown | Nomad Leather | Magnetic | Apple Pencil NOMAD®

Leather Folio Plus gives your iPad a sophisticated look while maintaining its slim profile

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[Wags]

Not much available yet. All seem behind on production

 

[Apple_Robert]

Torro has them. I have used this brand for years and they are excellent quality.

TORRO USA | Premium Leather Tech & Lifestyle Accessories

Explore TORRO for top-quality US leather goods. From premium leather phone & iPad cases to stylish wallets, find your perfect accessory for timeless elegance and durability.

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[grouch92]

Good to know! I have the blue one with red trim arriving tomorrow. I've never had one of their cases, but they look nice.

 

[Apple Mac Daz]

Torro has them. I have used this brand for years and they are excellent quality.

TORRO USA | Premium Leather Tech & Lifestyle Accessories

Explore TORRO for top-quality US leather goods. From premium leather phone & iPad cases to stylish wallets, find your perfect accessory for timeless elegance and durability.

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Doesn’t seem to have a writing position just a stand with different angles but looks a quality case

 

[Jay-Jacob]

I will be getting Zugu case for iPad but it not released yet and it is highly rated and on here too. This will be my first Zugu case. I have emailed them last night and they replied this morning saying they are waiting to get iPads first and see if compatible with current case and if not then they will make new case and release in USA June/July then Europe shortly after.

So at moment I be borrowing tablet sleeve from Dad and find cheap temp case somewhere when more available (choices limited at moment) and get cheap case until Zugu case released.

 

[asleep]

There is a trifold smart cover with shell back by ProCase on Amazon, pretty much the standard cheapo unit without pencil pocket but it looks like they sold out of black and only have blue available.

Here’s the same with black available from Cobak: https://www.amazon.com/CoBak-Released-Protective-Feature-Tablet/dp/B0CYCHL4TH/

It does not fully surround all the sides with cutouts, there are some gaps but the corners are covered with what’s being implied as some cushioning material.

I prefer full edge protection and no pencil provision, so will wait. The Otterbox at Apple dot com looks interesting but it’s more than I pay for a case. More options will pop up on Amazon.

 

[AZhappyjack]

I will be getting Zugu case for iPad but it not released yet and it is highly rated and on here too. This will be my first Zugu case. I have emailed them last night and they replied this morning saying they are waiting to get iPads first and see if compatible with current case and if not then they will make new case and release in USA June/July then Europe shortly after.

So at moment I be borrowing tablet sleeve from Dad and find cheap temp case somewhere when more available (choices limited at moment) and get cheap case until Zugu case released.

I have a Zulu case on my iPad mini and love it. It’s durable, well made and it has multiple positions.

 

[VidPro]

The TORRO looks really nice. I bought an ESR but might return it now.

 

[kae0003]

I ordered the Logitech combo and Otterbox case from Apple to try. I wanted a nice case with a Microsoft Surface like kickstand on the back. I hate bulky cases you have to hold that take up a lot of space when using the stand mode, and I hate anything that uses the screen cover as a triangle stand to pick up trash and rub against the screen when closed. Both of these I have in hand and are nice, plus you can take the covers off and have a case protection when you want to be compact around the house, but still have the kickstand for propping it up. Everyone has a different use case though, so buy what works for you.

OtterBox Statement Series Studio Case for iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) - Blue

Logitech Combo Touch Keyboard Case for iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)

 

[dreamwife]

I ordered the Logitech combo and Otterbox case from Apple to try. I wanted a nice case with a Microsoft Surface like kickstand on the back. I hate bulky cases you have to hold that take up a lot of space when using the stand mode, and I hate anything that uses the screen cover as a triangle stand to pick up trash and rub against the screen when closed. Both of these I have in hand and are nice, plus you can take the covers off and have a case protection when you want to be compact around the house, but still have the kickstand for propping it up. Everyone has a different use case though, so buy what works for you.

OtterBox Statement Series Studio Case for iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) - Blue

Logitech Combo Touch Keyboard Case for iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)

If you could only choose one of these cases - which would you pick? These are the 2 I am going back and forth between.

 

[Wags]

Torro has them. I have used this brand for years and they are excellent quality.

TORRO USA | Premium Leather Tech & Lifestyle Accessories

Explore TORRO for top-quality US leather goods. From premium leather phone & iPad cases to stylish wallets, find your perfect accessory for timeless elegance and durability.

torrousa.com

Do these have tpu ‘shell’ sit in?

 

[Apple_Robert]

Do these have tpu ‘shell’ sit in?

Felt on the inside, and TPU where the iPad sits.

ETA: clarified post.

 

[KethanTX]

I ordered the Logitech combo and Otterbox case from Apple to try. I wanted a nice case with a Microsoft Surface like kickstand on the back. I hate bulky cases you have to hold that take up a lot of space when using the stand mode, and I hate anything that uses the screen cover as a triangle stand to pick up trash and rub against the screen when closed. Both of these I have in hand and are nice, plus you can take the covers off and have a case protection when you want to be compact around the house, but still have the kickstand for propping it up. Everyone has a different use case though, so buy what works for you.

OtterBox Statement Series Studio Case for iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) - Blue

Logitech Combo Touch Keyboard Case for iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)

I agree with you. The Torro is nice but takes up too much space. I like the Logitech but it's expensive, although cheaper than the Apple Magic Keyboard. I think maybe the Otterbox Statement Series Studio. The weird thing is it isn't available directly from Otterbox but it's available from Apple and it's also cheaper from Apple.

 

[kae0003]

If you could only choose one of these cases - which would you pick? These are the 2 I am going back and forth between.

My iPad is an around the house device mostly for media consumption and Lightroom editing, so my use case may be different. I think it comes down to do you want a keyboard or not. The screen cover isn’t really useful to me on the otterbox, so I like the Logitech more in that sense as I would use it sometimes probably. However, the pencil pop out storage is better on the otterbox Rather than just an open cutout. The stand is more solid on the otterbox it seems, but that’s just guessing based on empty cases. The Logitech weight is a lot more with the keyboard, so I would really never use it other than specific use cases.

The feeling of both cases is very similar. It’s a grippy silicon style material and both feel nice. I like the blue over the black, but that’s a small thing. I’m just going to have to see how they compare with the actual iPad. Is the keyboard worth an additional $140 is the question. I don’t think either should cost as much as they do, but it is what it is.

 

[asleep]

Urban Armor Gear has some pencil friendly cases available for preorder:

iPad Protective Cases | Urban Armor Gear

Protect your Apple iPad with the best protective cases on the market. We offer a wide variety of cases that are designed to protect your device. Shop now.

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Speck has a folio case for the new iPads:

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When your Apple devices need protection, Speck is your one-stop-shop. We have iPhone 5 cases, iPhone 8 Plus cases, AirPod cases, AirTag accessories, Macbook Pro cases, and many other top-quality Apple accessories.

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Spigen has a decent assortment of Pro 13” cases and screen protectors:

https://www.spigen.com/collections/all-ipad-series?device=iPad%20Pro%2013-inch%20(2024)+iPad%20Pro%2011-inch%20(2024)+iPad%20Air%2013-inch%20(2024)+iPad%20Air%2011-inch%20(2024)&sort=manual

 

[Apple Mac Daz]

Urban Armor Gear has some pencil friendly cases available for preorder:

iPad Protective Cases | Urban Armor Gear

Protect your Apple iPad with the best protective cases on the market. We offer a wide variety of cases that are designed to protect your device. Shop now.

www.urbanarmorgear.com

Speck has a folio case for the new iPads:

Top Rated Cases for

When your Apple devices need protection, Speck is your one-stop-shop. We have iPhone 5 cases, iPhone 8 Plus cases, AirPod cases, AirTag accessories, Macbook Pro cases, and many other top-quality Apple accessories.

speckproducts.com

Spigen has a decent assortment of Pro 13” cases and screen protectors:

https://www.spigen.com/collections/all-ipad-series?device=iPad%20Pro%2013-inch%20(2024)+iPad%20Pro%2011-inch%20(2024)+iPad%20Air%2013-inch%20(2024)+iPad%20Air%2011-inch%20(2024)&sort=manual

Rugged armor pro looks quality

 

[secretanchitman]

There is a trifold smart cover with shell back by ProCase on Amazon, pretty much the standard cheapo unit without pencil pocket but it looks like they sold out of black and only have blue available.

Here’s the same with black available from Cobak: https://www.amazon.com/CoBak-Released-Protective-Feature-Tablet/dp/B0CYCHL4TH/

It does not fully surround all the sides with cutouts, there are some gaps but the corners are covered with what’s being implied as some cushioning material.

I prefer full edge protection and no pencil provision, so will wait. The Otterbox at Apple dot com looks interesting but it’s more than I pay for a case. More options will pop up on Amazon.

The ProCase one was sold out in black so bought the Cobak one as that's exactly what I'm looking for - the original smart cover/case but with no extra pencil pocket so thank you for that!

I'd honestly prefer if a company made a smart case that covered every single side and was slim, though I'm not sure if it will happen.

 

[asleep]

Rugged armor pro looks quality

In the past some here have have been happy with their iPhone cases and their iPad cases, too.

The ProCase one was sold out in black so bought the Cobak one as that's exactly what I'm looking for - the original smart cover/case but with no extra pencil pocket so thank you for that!

I'd honestly prefer if a company made a smart case that covered every single side and was slim, though I'm not sure if it will happen.

I’m sure it’s the same case, and I agree on coverage on all sides… that’s what I’m waiting for. Something will turn up eventually that covers the edges with appropriate cutouts with no pencil provision and is cheap.

 

[asleep]

Temporarily out of stock at $69.95, OtterBox Symmetry Series 360 Case for iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) - Thunderstorm (Black)

OtterBox Symmetry Series 360 Case for iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) - Thunderstorm (Black)

Symmetry Series 360 the clear iPad case is a celebration of iPad. The clear, scratch-resistant case displays your iPad, while the versatile folio with interior accent color guards your touchscreen. The folio seamlessly folds out of the way and converts to multiple stand angles for comfortable typ...

www.amazon.com

If the charge port is on the right side when the landscape camera/Face ID is at the top, then it appears the hinge side for the attached smart cover tri-fold flap would be on the bottom..?? holding it in the new normal landscape mode with Face ID camera on top? Not on the top side. 🫤

Or am I confused here?

 

[JayMysterio]

Temporarily out of stock at $69.95, OtterBox Symmetry Series 360 Case for iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) - Thunderstorm (Black)

OtterBox Symmetry Series 360 Case for iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) - Thunderstorm (Black)

Symmetry Series 360 the clear iPad case is a celebration of iPad. The clear, scratch-resistant case displays your iPad, while the versatile folio with interior accent color guards your touchscreen. The folio seamlessly folds out of the way and converts to multiple stand angles for comfortable typ...

www.amazon.com

All of the cases have been out of stock on Otterbox's site. For me on the Apple website it says I can get one delivered or pick up in mid June.

IF you open the Apple store app though, for me it let me order one for pickup today. So maybe give the app a try.

Also, as far as it being "out of stock", the pages themselves do say that Availability is "coming soon".

 

[asleep]

IF you open the Apple store app though, for me it let me order one for pickup today. So maybe give the app a try.

Apple has Otterbox Statement cases for the M4 iPad Pro.

They’re a lot more money than I’ll spend on a case.

I would never be interested in any case where the hinge side of the smart cover part of it is on the bottom edge when holding it properly for the new landscape side located camera to be at the top. When you pick it up the cover falls down.

 

[JayMysterio]

I would never be interested in any case where the hinge side of the smart cover part of it is on the bottom edge when holding it properly for the new landscape side located camera to be at the top. When you pick it up the cover falls down. View attachment 2377102

I didn't imagine that would be an issue with a detachable cover. When the cover falls down, you just remove it. As opposed to trying to flop it over the "top" where the pencil is. 🤨

 

[asleep]

I didn't imagine that would be an issue with a detachable cover. When the cover falls down, you just remove it. As opposed to trying to flop it over the "top" where the pencil is. 🤨

And yet the Otterbox Symmetry 360 cover (pictured above) is not detachable.