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iPad Pro How Many of You All Using It Bare?

Although I am painfully neurotic about my "toys" in general, I have made a deliberate move away from cases for my Apple gear. I use a Fitbag leather sleeve for my iPhone 6S Plus for when the iPhone is not in use and for when I want to set down the phone (I set it on top of the sleeve so the back does not get scratched). This allows me to fully utilize the iPhone with nothing attached to it, but still feel like it has some protection when I move around or stick it in a pocket or bag. I am going to do the same thing for my iPad Mini; I ordered a Rickshaw Bags sleeve for it.

For the iPad Pro, I like the Apple Smart Keyboard's functionality and have one on order. Since I'll have it, I'll use it as a magnetic screen cover since it has that capability, for when I'm not using the device. When I'm using the IPP but not the keyboard, I'll take the keyboard cover completely off the device so that it's bare during use. I ordered a Rickshaw MacBook Air sleeve that I am going to use as my IPP sleeve in the way I use sleeves for my iPhone and iPad Mini.

In the end, Apple puts a ton of time into their products' design language, and although I've been through a litany of cases, screen protectors, and other protective gear, ultimately I always lament how much of the product's design and beauty is obscured by them. I also lament the loss of functionality and tactile feel that many protective products bring with them as a natural consequence of their existence. For example, when I use my iPhone and swipe in from the left edge of the screen, I'm immediately reminded, every time I do it, of how much nicer that feels on a bare iPhone, as opposed to feeling the lip of a case. Heck, even holding a bare iPhone is something I now appreciate, having used cases for so long that, even in their most minimalist state, put a barrier between user and device.

profmatt said:
...The iPhone 6S is a thing of incredible beauty. It's a crime to cover it up. Even with an Apple case. Now, every time I use my 6S I get a pang of delight at how lovely it is. Seriously. It's like I've acquired a brand-new phone. I'm trying to be hyper-careful with it, obviously, but the risk of injury is worth it for me. It's just such a nice object to look at and to hold..
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This is well-said and an exact replication of my thoughts on the matter, pretty much for all Apple products.
 
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Had the iPad pro since release just using a pouch to store it in when not in use. Put a glass screen protector on last week and took it off this morning. Love using it bare. It's awesome but am looking for some sort of skin for the back.
 
So I've had my PRO for a few days now, and finally got it out of the box after my Bestskinsever rear skin came in the mail. My original intention was to use the skin on the back and keyboard cover on the front. Since I haven't been able to get a keyboard cover and I've been dying to use the Pro I went to BB and grabbed the Zagg Glass shield for the front. This may just be the setup to use!!!

This is the best ZAGG shield I've ever bought. I was afraid they'd make it like they did the iPhone where it only covers the screen portion and is usually cut improperly leaving the screen exposed on one side with a clear line on the side when the screen is on. This bad boy goes from edge to edge and completely covers the glass. So now my iPad is completely protected and still has that naked feel. This is definitely the way to go. I spent $14.99 on the skin and $65.99 on the Zagg.
 
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draughn101 said:
So I've had my PRO for a few days now, and finally got it out of the box after my Bestskinsever rear skin came in the mail. My original intention was to use the skin on the back and keyboard cover on the front. Since I haven't been able to get a keyboard cover and I've been dying to use the Pro I went to BB and grabbed the Zagg Glass shield for the front. This may just be the setup to use!!!

This is the best ZAGG shield I've ever bought. I was afraid they'd make it like they did the iPhone where it only covers the screen portion and is usually cut improperly leaving the screen exposed on one side with a clear line on the side when the screen is on. This bad boy goes from edge to edge and completely covers the glass. So now my iPad is completely protected and still has that naked feel. This is definitely the way to go. I spent $14.99 on the skin and $65.99 on the Zagg.
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How does the glass screen attach on the iPad pro? These aren't available where I live, so I haven't seen it.
Is it easier to fit than the film-like screen protectors?
 
nightlong said:
How does the glass screen attach on the iPad pro? These aren't available where I live, so I haven't seen it.
Is it easier to fit than the film-like screen protectors?
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It's like a sticker. You don't apply water or anything like that. Just clean the screen, peel away the film and stick it on. Hardest part is making sure not to get anything underneath it while you're applying. Once it's on you can't tell it's there.
 
draughn101 said:
It's like a sticker. You don't apply water or anything like that. Just clean the screen, peel away the film and stick it on. Hardest part is making sure not to get anything underneath it while you're applying. Once it's on you can't tell it's there.
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They have a lifetime guarantee too. So you just request another on their website. They mail it to you and you mail the old one back. Pretty grwat
 
Anyone else's palms get irritated by the edge of the iPad Pro sometimes? I don't know if it was the the very edge or where the bezel meets the aluminum, but my hand had gotten a bit sore after holding it throughout the day. I've had my iPad Pro for a while now, but it has always been in a case except for recently since the cases have been making it heavy. I feel like the weight is just fine without a case for erasing but too noticeable widen there is a case and long reading sessions get annoying. But I still use the Zach screen protector for fear of scratching the screen. Wondering how well I will fare with taking it to classes and around campus with me with just a sleeve since I always look for a soft spot to put it down in my apartment.
 
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12.9" Pro cover. Hand tooled leather. Love the folio aspects of it as well as the protection and of course, the look.
Stock photo from manufacturer site.
 
I’ve got my present iPad Pro fitted with the Apple smartcover and then it all goes inside a custom sleeve I had made for it...but I’m undecided on the new folio smartcover for my 12.9 as I might skip the £99 outlay and just keep it in another custom made sleeve...time will tell :cool:
 
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Site link?
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Sorry I forgot the link but I see someone else has noted it.
Keep in mind these cases are for the first two iterations of the 12.9" with the larger bezel.
Not sure how fast they’ll catch up with the new, slim bezel 12.9".
 
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For the most part I keep my devices nakit. I’m not generally hashy with my things, I was brought up to be thankful and to look after the things I have. But accidents happen I suppose.

I will put the Smart Keyboard on it when I travel, but that’s because I’ll generally be using it anyway. When I get where I’m going the protection comes off, unless I’m using it.
 
I use my 10.5 iPad Pro with the Smart Keyboard only. I love the design and feel of the product and I would never hide it under a boring case. Besides, I take very good care of my possessions to be honest.
 
If it wasn’t for the keyboard which also acts as a cover I would have never considered a case for the iPad. It’s not like I’m using it on the road and there is a chance of dropping it.
 
Just a Smart Keyboard here as well but it's often times off when I'm at home. I don't like iPad cases and I never drop it.
 
Completely naked.

It never leaves the house so don’t see the point in casing it up.

If I did travel with it I would get a cover for it though.
 
PigsOnTheWing said:
https://www.oberondesign.com/collec...roducts/leather-ipad-pro-cover-roof-of-heaven
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Those are beautiful cases. I went to the site and drooled. I do wonder how the artist will handle the smaller bezels, as the use of small, angular straps of the pre-2018 iPad cases might be a challenge. I hope they solve this using magnets like Apple's new cases.
[doublepost=1541356388][/doublepost]I usually use some kind of case or skin on the back of my iPads just for scratch protection. Also I'd like something to level out the hideous camera bump. The bump makes it look like a device invented by Captain Nemo ;)captain_nemo___inventions_by_mcmuth-d9p4hrp.jpg Okay I exaggerate ;)

I'd love to see a non-folio magnetic back case just for scratch and table gunk protection. On the other hand, I've enjoyed my Tech 21 back case on my current 10.5.

That said I'm less worried about dropping an iPad due to hits size, and of course where I usually operate in (table, lap, or even two handed in the air). The iPhone is another story. I'm usually on the move and picking it up and laying it down many times a day. So full protection for my Xs is a must.
 
I always use a smart cover. I strongly prefer feeling that felt back as I hold my iPad versus the cold aluminum.
 
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