Cases and Covers

News, reviews and articles about cases and covers for phones, tablets and more.

M-Edge announces the Trina Turk for M-Edge Collection

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M-Edge is a long-time producer of cases and covers for eBook readers, tablets, and other gadgets.  They have just announced the Trina Turk for M-Edge Collection of accessories designed with colorful Trina Turk signature prints.  There are a couple of book-style covers for the Kindle Fire or the iPad that incorporate satin fabrics with microfiber […]

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Pepper Spray phone case – iProtection with your iPhone

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Do you carry around some form of personal protection with you where ever you go? Well we carry our phones with us everywhere we go, so why carry two devices?  USA-based Spraytect has released the Pepper Spray Phone case for the iPhone 4 and 4s. It’s available in black, white, turquoise and pink, and a pepper

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Built Neoprene eReader/Tablet Envelope 7-8″ with the iPad mini review

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When I ordered my iPad mini, I immediately started looking around for a sleeve for it.  I planned to get the Smart Cover for it (for the review, at least), but I find those don’t protect my device as well as I’d like while it’s in my bag.  I wanted a sleeve that was just

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id America Cushi Original 3D Padded Skin and Cushi Band for iPhone 5 review

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When I got my first iPhone, the iPhone 4, I put Apple’s Bumper case on it as soon as I took the phone from the box.  I really liked that minimal case, and I used it for many months.  I finally replaced it with a case that also protected the back of the phone, but

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Levenger Bomber Jacket Electronics Phone/Note Case review

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I upgraded my iPhone when the iPhone 5 was released.  Of course, new phones mean new cases and covers, and usually there’s a delay between the iPhone release and the availability of cases for it.  Levenger searched their inventory of phone pouches and found that they had several in their inventory that would accommodate the

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Beautiful custom eBook reader and tablet cases from Gustin Leatherwork

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You like leather cases for your gadgets, but you want something special and unlike what everyone else is carrying.  You could spend ages looking for an obscure design, or you could just customize your case at Gustin Leatherwork.  The picture above is a hand-tooled eBook reader cover.  The price is $75 for the eBook reader

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Mophie introduces the juice pack for the Samsung Galaxy S III

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You can usually find dozens of cases, including those with backup batteries for iPhones, but it’s becoming increasingly difficult to find them for other phones.  mophie is known for their juice pack cases with backup batteries for iOS products and even for external battery packs, and now they are introducing one for the Samsung Galaxy

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New felt sleeve for iPad mini from Mujjo

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Earlier this year, we told you about some beautiful Dutch-made cases made of natural wool felt and organic tanned leather for Apple devices.  Mujjo, located in Holland, is now introducing their sleeve case for the iPad mini.   This handmade sleeve has a body made of 100% natural felt with a water-repellent finish.  The flap and

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ZAGG introduces two new keyboard cases for the iPad mini – the MINI 7 and MINI 9

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I’m sitting here waiting for UPS to deliver my iPad mini, and I’ve been Googling cases for it while I wait.  I expected to find a variety of cases, but I can’t say I expected to find keyboard cases for such a small device.  Well, ZAGG has two keyboard cases for the iPad mini: the

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Coghlan’s 4″ X 6″ Dry Pouch for iPhone review

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I recently posted about using Ziploc Big Bags to keep my daughter’s laptop dry in her backpack.  One reader asked if static discharges from the bag could be a problem – something I hadn’t thought about.  About the same time I posted that item, Coghlan’s, a maker of outdoor gear, contacted The Gadgeteer to ask

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eBay slim magnetic smart cover hard case stand for Google Asus Nexus 7 Tablet review

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  When I received my Nexus 7,  I knew I wanted some sort of  cover. I know it’s a pity to cover up such slim and sleek items, but you do have to protect them while you’re out and about, or it’s thrown into your gadget bag.  It actually fit really well into my Leatherback

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X-Doria SleeveStand for iPad mini

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The SleeveStand from X-Doria will protect your iPad mini during travel, and it can serve as a stand when you need one.  The SleeveStand is a padded sleeve with a zippered end to completely enclose the iPad mini when it needs protection, but it removes completely to allow you to use the mini caseless.  You

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Seidio OBEX waterproof & impact-proof Samsung Galaxy S3 case begins shipping

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Seidio’s OBEX case for the Samsung Galaxy S3 will keep your Android smartphone protected from dust, water and drops. The OBEX is made of durable materials that will not interfere with radio signals, Bluetooth or NFC (Near Field Communication). Its drop protection exceeds military standards and the built in screen protector protects the display without hindering

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MyBat iPhone and Samsung Galaxy S3 cases are spooky

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With Halloween just around the corner, here are a few spooky cases from myBat for your iPhone 4/4S and Samsung Galaxy S3 to consider. These cases have a two layer design that includes a soft rubberized base skin and then a hard plastic snap-on cover that provides the spooky details. Choose from the Spiderbite or the Skullcap

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AUTUM introduces the Catacomb Moleskine cover

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Moleskine fans love their notebooks and when you really love something, you want to protect it. A new way to protect your Moleskine notebook is the new Catacomb cover from AUTUM. Made in the USA of American tanned leather, this cover is designed for the Medium sized Moleskine notebooks (8.5 x 5″). The Catacomb has

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Official Flip Cover for Samsung Galaxy S III smartphone

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J&R is offering the official Flip Cover for the Samsung Galaxy S III smartphone in two colors.  The cover replaces the phone’s battery cover with a hard plastic shell, and there’s a soft plastic and felt cover that folds around to protect the screen.  The cover folds back out of the way when you want

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Waterfield Designs Tablet Travel Case review

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The Tablet Travel Case from Waterfield Designs is a small padded bag made to fit a small tablet and all the associated peripherals you need while you’re travelling. It’s rain-resistant and can easily be thrown into another backpack, purse or gadget bag.  It’s a way of keeping all your bits and bobs organised and close

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Dragonthorn Leatherworks Pocket Carry System (PCS) review

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A few weeks ago Dave Hauser of Dragonthorn Leatherworks contacted me to ask if I would be interested in reviewing his PCS. What is a PCS you ask? It stands for Pocket Carry System and if you like keeping your EDC (everyday carry) items organized, you’re going to appreciate his design skills and craftsmanship. Let

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Zagg invisibleSHIELD for MacBook Pro with Retina display review

Recently I purchased a fully-loaded Apple Macbook Pro with Retina display.  And since it costs $3,749, I decided it was best to get some form of case to protect my new laptop.  I was deciding between a plastic hard case, sleeve or some form of stick on protector.  I’ve seen those Zagg booths at the

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