iPad mini 5. Case or no case?

[AVBeatMan]

As the title suggests, case or no case for the iPad mini 5? I've bought a cheap ESR case for mine but really like the way you can use it without a case. Am thinking of getting a sleeve to carry it in and use case less. I know that a case is handy to prop up the iPad but apart from that , it's so light it's easy to use without a case.

Just wondering what others think and are doing?

 

[Farrellcollie]

I use at least a front cover because I think it makes it easier to hold. I wish apple still made its leather case like I have for my mini 2.

 

[AVBeatMan]

I use at least a front cover because I think it makes it easier to hold. I wish apple still made its leather case like I have for my mini 2.

Yeah, I’d love a good quality leather case. I think Apple are missing a trick here. If they made a leather case for the new mini, they could charge a fortune and it’d still sell like hot cakes!

 

[Josieb1]

I use a Fintie Slimshell case. In fact I have ordered a second one, I like variety. I wouldn’t keep any apple device without a case on it.

 

[Pseudo-Fed]

Case with front cover for better grip and fingerprint mitigation. What’s a couple millimeters on such a thin and light device for some protection and grip? I see the point about naked and sleeve use though. I recommend the Tomtoc 7.9 sleeve. I set mine down quickly too frequently in unfriendly environments like my workbench though to go without case. Don’t want to worry about errant scratch. I have the ESR in green and the Tomtoc in black.

 

[Shark5150]

$10 ESR Rebound case from Amazon. Surprisingly very good. Great fit and it's light. I'm happy

 

[AVBeatMan]

This is the one I got. Cheap but good.

ESR Yippee Trifold Smart Case for iPad mini 5 2019, Auto Sleep/Wake Lightweight Stand Case, Hard Back Cover Smart Case, Black https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B07P37WQD6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_0KHQCb38R2ETF

 

[AVBeatMan]

Can I also throw into the conversation screen protectors? Yes or no and if yes, which one?

I have a PaperLike on but it’s not fitted right. I messed up on one spot. I’ll try and take a pic.

 

[AVBeatMan]

Can I also throw into the conversation screen protectors? Yes or no and if yes, which one?

I have a PaperLike on but it’s not fitted right. I messed up on one spot. I’ll try and take a pic.

 

[AVBeatMan]

An interesting article here.

http://www.ithingum.com/do-you-need-a-case/

 

[sracer]

I'm a fan of iCarez matte screen protectors. They're inexpensive, perform well, and provide a lot a stuff in the package to ensure a perfect application. I have one on my Mini 4 and plan to use the other (it's a two-pack) when I get my Mini 5.

Regarding cases... I prefer using only a smartcover and a clear skin on the back to improve grip and prevent scratches.

 

[Ladybug]

I'm not a fan of cases although I do have the ESR for when I travel. That’s not to say my iPad Mini 5 runs around naked either. I prefer a light tpu cover on the back for grip and scratches, and a glass screen protector on the front for scratch protection. I find the cases add weight and I hate that. I use the same setup on my iPad Pro 10.5.

 

[jt1968]

I'm using a Speck StyleFolio iPad Mini 4 case with my Mini 5 right now, because nobody seems to have a decent case out yet for the Mini 5. After work tonight, I plan to drill holes in the case for the two microphones. Once cases are available, I will buy a new one.

 

[Scarpad]

As the title suggests, case or no case for the iPad mini 5? I've bought a cheap ESR case for mine but really like the way you can use it without a case. Am thinking of getting a sleeve to carry it in and use case less. I know that a case is handy to prop up the iPad but apart from that , it's so light it's easy to use without a case.

Just wondering what others think and are doing?

Sleeve case, Smart Cover

 

[haruhiko]

Completely naked. I want it to be as thin and as light as possible.

 

[VertPin]

I really enjoy the device for how thin and light it is. I really like the space gray this time around too. I may purchase a Smart Cover though, the papaya one. It may be contrasty, but I do like the color.

 

[deeddawg]

Smart cover plus a skin to protect the back from scratches and scrapes.

That's how I ran my mini2 and it's still pristine.

Now to find a skin for my mini5... BSE hasn't replied and not seeing anything at BoxWave.