My love affair with the DODOcase is well documented. I’ve used one since day one, and I even credit one with saving my iPad’s life (though the manufacturers note that the DODOcase is not an impact case). So, I was thrilled to be able to test a DODOcase for iPad 2 for the last week. As a bonus, I’ve also been using a BOOKback for iPad 2. Both are quite nice and will be especially appealing to those who appreciate good design. Here’s my review.
Looks
The DODOcase has been re-designed to accommodate Apple’s new tablet, but the high-quality build and materials are unchanged. The exterior is wrapped in that nice, Moleskine-esque material and closes with a similar elastic band. The grain is a bit different than that on the notebooks, but at first glance, that’s what most people will assume you’re carrying.
On the inside, the iPad rests inside a hand-carved bamboo frame. Four rubber bumpers hold the iPad 2 firmly in place. And I mean firmly. I had to press to get it in where it was held tight. It’s a grip that inspires confidence; you know the typical bumps and nudges won’t knock your iPad free.
The top and bottom of the frame are cut away to expose the controls, speaker and dock connector (yes, you can connect the cable while the DODOcase is in use).
Gallery: DODOcase for iPad 2
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