SUPCASE for iPad Air 1st Generation Case 9.7 inch 2013, Black

This is an awesome case for a great price. Make sure you order the one that is designed for your generation of iPad. The case fits very snugly and is lightweight, but sturdy. The case does not add very much thickness or size to the iPad, yet it seems to provide great protection nonetheless. The screen protector is AWESOME in that you cannot even tell it is there once it is installed! Be careful when installing it, however, as you may trap dust or pet hair under it if you are not careful/quick enough. I didn't notice that I had trapped a speck until after I had completed installation, so I had to take it apart to get rid of the speck. I would not want to do that multiple times. My stepdaughter, who has severe Down Syndrome, had an Otterbox for her previous device at home, which was an iPod, and she was obsessed with peeling the rubber back off of it from the edges. She successfully ruined the Otterbox in less than a day. With the Supcase on her new iPad, she has not been tempted to do this, nor would the tougher/stiffer rubber material or design of the case allow her to do so. The construction and installation is such that it is fairly difficult to disassemble for a child once it is installed. However, after watching the 30 second installation video, any neurotypical adult can probably install and uninstall this case fairly quickly as needed (in less than a minute). I had no trouble with it, anyway. The case DOES NOT need to be removed to charge the iPad (but I charge it with a cord, not with a dock, as we have an iPad Air 2). Furthermore, as a teacher of students with autism, I have seen and worked with Otterboxes and Gumdrops for iPads and this case beats them both in my opinion. I can't attest to its ability to protect the iPad from a determined throw or frequent drops, but it feels very sturdy - at least as sturdy as an Otterbox (if not more sturdy). The Gumdrop may be more your style if you want more throw/drop protection, but this one is plenty good for average use and protection from gunk/spills/the occasional drop, and its screen protector (not to mention size, weight, and style) is much nicer than the Gumdrop's, I think. With this case on, our iPad has been dropped a couple of times from a moderate height (like out of an adult's hands) on wooden flooring. It has also had pop spilled next to/on it. The case has successfully protected the iPad from both kinds of incidents so far, even though I do not believe it is 100% waterproof. This case is worth a try if you aren't looking for bomb-worthy protection - after all, you can always return it to Amazon if you don't like it.

Look, I’m not exaggerating when I say this iPad case is the greatest invention since sliced bread—or, if we're being real, probably since the invention of the iPad itself. As a parent to a toddler who has the subtlety of a sledgehammer and the coordination of a drunk giraffe, this case is not just a “nice to have,” it is a necessity. Without it, I’m fairly sure I’d be living in a house with zero working electronics, a broken heart, and a collection of shattered screens that would make a tech store look like a war zone. Let’s talk about durability for a second. This thing is practically indestructible. I once watched my toddler launch my iPad across the room (because, why not?)—and in that moment, I truly feared for its life. But nope, the iPad case caught it mid-air like a superhero diving to save a falling kitten. It’s like the case has been imbued with the power of 10,000 armored tanks and the resolve of a mother watching a toddler hold a spoon for the first time: "This will end in disaster, but it must be done." My kid is a literal wrecking ball. She has used my iPad as a stepping stool, a teething ring, and—my personal favorite—an emergency flotation device during bath time (don’t ask). But every single time, the case just laughs in the face of danger. It’s like the Chuck Norris of iPad cases. Drops? Not even a scratch. Spills? Please, the case laughs in the face of liquid. The iPad’s screen protector? Untouched. Now let’s talk about grip—because if your toddler is anything like mine, they’ve probably tried to turn the iPad into some sort of slippery slip-n-slide where the device is launching out of their hands with all the grace of a greased watermelon. But this case? Game over. It’s got grips so solid that even my toddler’s little sausage fingers can’t manage to make it slip out of her hands. Seriously, the thing sticks to their hands like it’s a long-lost, superglued friend. She’s like, "I got this, Mom!" And I’m like, “You sure? Because last time, you tried to turn the iPad into a hammer and a chew toy.” But she can’t drop it. She just can’t. This case has powers beyond comprehension. And the design? If Apple had known toddlers were going to get their hands on their devices, they would’ve hired this case to design the entire iPad. The colors are like a toddler’s dream come true—black, bold, and practically begging to be squished, poked, and drooled on. I’ve watched my kid walk around, gripping the iPad like she’s got a million-dollar business deal to close, and honestly? I’ve never been more proud. Lastly, the sound holes. Parents, do you ever find yourself yelling, “PLEASE TURN IT DOWN!” because your child’s game sounds like a symphony of jackhammers? Well, with this case, the audio comes out crystal clear, without the eardrum-shattering echoes that usually follow a game of “How Loud Can We Make the iPad Without Mom Having a Meltdown?” In conclusion, this iPad case isn’t just a “nice” addition to your device; it is the armor your iPad never knew it needed. It’s the guardian angel that protects your technology from your tiny, unpredictable whirlwind of destruction. If you’re a parent to a toddler, you NEED this case in your life—because your iPad's future survival depends on it. Five stars doesn’t even come close to doing this iPad case justice. If I could give it ten thousand stars, I would. And then I would leave a review where I talk about how this case single-handedly saved my sanity, preserved my screen, and won the battle against toddler chaos. BUY THIS CASE NOW, and thank me later. Your iPad (and your sanity) will thank you.

I have been an Otter Box fan for years, but have become weary of the high prices they demand. So--I was a bit dubious when considering this lower-cost option. However, those doubts were assuaged when I read the reviews, and the videos about this cover. Even though there are some negative things said about this product, you have to figure that many of them are misunderstandings, or improper installation. Some folks just complain to complain, I guess. Regardless of the negative-ninnies, I ordered one for my new iPad Air anyway. When I received this unit I was not disappointed at all. After following the installation instruction video provided by the manufacturer, I had absolutely NO PROBLEM installing this case at all. It took me about one minute. All the ports and cutouts for the various connections were absolutely PERFECT. The case is very solid, good-looking, and fits very well: it fits snugly and provides excellent protection--at HALF the cost of an Otter Box. The screen protector is, in my opinion, better than the ones provided by Otter Box. It is pristine in clarity and the iPad works perfectly--to the point of seemingly not being there at all. The home button and volume buttons work like nothing is there, as well. The ports open easily and seal tight. The camera (s) and speakers are absolutely unhindered also. One heads-up, though: be sure to SLIDE your device into this case, and be sure to check the "silent" slider, as it will be pushed into the mute position while installing. Watch the videos provided by other reviewers, and most definitely watch the manufacturers video--don't just assume you know how to install this case because it IS different than the others, in-that it is not a silicone inside that fits into the pvc outer shell. The device slides into the front piece containing the screen saver, and then that fits into the back, which has the silicone molded into the back. I don't regret this purchase in any way. While it IS different from the Otter Box, it is an excellent case. I do miss the kickstand, though. That is my only criticism of this product.

I give this product five starts because it's exactly what I was looking for. It's a very sturdy case with a built-in screen protector. I received my ipad for Christmas, when the model was still new enough that there weren't a whole lot of options out there for sturdy cases. I decided to go with the Supcase because it was one of the few options at the time in my price ranch that had positive reviews, even though I'd never heard of the brand. The case was easy to install, it took me less than five minutes. Because it's a sturdy defender-type case, I can see where it would be a hassle for someone who wanted to be able to remove it from its case often, but since I never remove it, it's not an issue for me. The biggest plus to the case is that it combines sturdiness with a relatively slim profile. It doesn't add as much bulk as I expected it would. My ipad still slips effortlessly into the center compartment of my purse with the case on. I also like the built-in screen protector. It has gotten a few scratches, but that only goes to show that without a screen protector, those scratches would be on the ipad screen instead. I haven't had any issues with sensitivity or clarity with the screen protector. I have dropped my ipad a few times with the case on and it's been fine. The biggest drawback to the case is weight. It seems to at least doubled the weight of the very light ipad. I was a bit surprised with how heavy it seemed at first, but I quickly got used to it. Another drawback is that there is no kickstand of any kind for the case. I knew this when I ordered the case, and it hasn't been an issue for me. The only time I would use a kickstand would be on a plane anyway, and I've discovered that simply leaning the ipad on the tray against the seat back in front of me works fine. I suppose that wouldn't work as well in extreme turbulence, but I don't know if a kickstand would be any better in that sort of situation either. It fulfills its purpose as intended and was a good value for the price. I would recommend it to someone wanting sturdy protection for their ipad.

I purchased this case here on Amazon shortly after purchasing my iPad Air. I bought an iPad in the first place because I knew I would need it for flight school. So I needed it to be well protected. I refused to open my iPad box until I had a case to put it into straight away (yeah, I'm just that clumsy) and this case looked like the right product for me. I'm usually partial to OtterBox cases, but seeing their price for a similar case, I decided to try my Amazon luck. Talk about an amazing case. This case is big, and will definitely change the way your iPad feels in your hands, but in a good way. It feels truly secure in this thing. The case is a LITTLE difficult to get on the first time (the switch to turn off the ringer is the hardest part), but it gets easier if you ever have to take it off and put it back on. All of the buttons work well with this case, but the slider switch to turn off the ringer is almost impossible to get to. Not that it's very useful on an iPad, anyway (at least in my experience). The thing that worried be about this case was what if I drop my iPad on something? The protective plastic over the screen is nice and durable, but it still worried me. I bought a generic flip-folio thing, one that will prop the iPad up when open, and will cover the screen when closed, and with some work, I was able to get the iPad with the case into the straps. The side of the iPad sticks out of the folio a couple centimeters, but it works, and that's what I care about. All in all, this is a fantastic case. Difficult to get on and off, but that's a good thing! That means this case fits on like a glove, giving the iPad the most protection possible. Seriously, thank you, SUPCASE, for this great product at a phenomenal price.

My entire family is a SUPCASE Unicorn Beetle family. 2-iPads and 3-phones each are wrapped snugly and securely in these attractive, colorful, amazing, and extremely durable contraptions. I am such a fan of these cases that I almost didn't get my son his 1st cell phone because initially they didn't make a case for the Motorola G6. We still got it temporarily settling for a knock-off "Unicorn Beetle LIKE" case. I was thrilled to learn when SUPCASE put out a case for the G6 and I immediately got one to replace the cheap piece of garbage we originally went with. As for our iPads as with all of our devices the fit is about as snug as you can get. Each port is protected by a durable flap along with the screen and backsides protected by the very nice and durable cover. Minor grips are we've had problems with finding head phone jacks that fit with the case on. The opening is restricted by the case surrounding the headphone jack. We found a set of headphones with a narrower jack and overcame the issue. Also, BT headphones are a great alternative to corded headphones. Otherwise my biggest gripe is just getting the case initially installed on the devices with absolutely no lint or other debris under the screen cover is challenging. I'm very picky about having nothing under a screen cover. It's annoying. I've done it enough now though that I've got it down. It is an art... Having a lint free cloth and continually wiping until there's nothing visible and then quickly installing the case has been my trick. I don't view either of these gripes as worthy of affecting my review rating. These problems exist with most cases and so you overcome, which we have... Other than those two insignificant issues, I have absolutely no other complaints. I will also say for one of my Samsung S9+s I saw their blue case options was on back-order and after deciding to still order it, I called after a couple of days to get an ETA and they were very apologetic and offered to send me a pink colored case at no charge. I took them up on it and I actually like the pink case a lot and am still using it after a year. They also still mailed me the originally ordered blue case. We have couple of blue cases in the house so having one as distinct as the pink color, I'm able to find my phone with no problem. Durability wise every device we have has been able to handle every drop we've thrown at it with no problem. Even the occasional toss from across the room and missed catch. No problems. We are thrilled with SUPCASE Unicorn Beetle cases and highly recommend them. You won't be disappointed!

I absolutely love this case and I'm glad I purchased it. Literally half the price of the other hard shell cases out there that claim to be the best. I quickly watched the install video with the included link on the packaging and installed it in minutes. It fits PERFECTLY, no gapping or spaces and is lighter than expected. I've always used the fake leather cases and wasn't sure if I would like this case, but I feel it is much less cumbersome and lighter. I have not had any problems with the clear plastic that goes over the front of the Ipad, works just as perfect, and I don't see any type of weird glare or anything. It gets fingerprints of course, and they easily wipe right off with an eyeglass cloth. I love this case and would recommend it to anyone. I have not dropped the Ipad, so as far as protection from falls, who knows, but I don't plan on finding out either. I think this will protect it from normal wear and tear, bumps and so forth. ***UPDATE*** It's now been a year since I put this on my Ipad. I bring my Ipad to school with me and throw it in my backpack where it gets bumped around, jostled & dropped. This case has protected it perfectly. The plastic screen has scratches on it, which is to be expected from the abuse, but there is absolutely no damage to the actual Ipad. The case is also not damaged in any way, it still fits snuggly with no gaps. I can say honestly say this case was a great investment, especially since it cost less than the other brands I won't mention and has lasted for a year. I don't see having to replace it anytime soon, either.

Wonderful case. Not too bulky or heavy, and it feels good in the hands. A few months ago, while using a generic portfolio-type case, my iPad Air was dropped onto concrete, shattering the screen and dinging the corner. I had the screen replaced, but the iPad would behave strangely whenever there was any flex in the frame. Holding the iPad in my hands would cause it to repeatedly turn off, to the point it was nearly unusable. I bought the Beetle Defense case in hopes it would stiffen the frame. It worked beautifully. Now my iPad now works as if it hadn't been damaged. In the future, I'll consider a hard case such as the Beetle Defense for any new iPads. Before buying this case, I looked at other hard cases - Otterbox, Lifecase, STM Dux - and they all look fine. But for $20, the Beetle Defense case is less than half the price, and it fit my very specific need to stiffen the iPad. I had some initial concerns that the Beetle Case would be a cheap, defective Chinese knock-off, but I was pleased with the finish, and everything lined up and snapped together with precision. One minor complaint - there is a built-in screen cover attached to the front frame, but it wouldn't lie completely flat against the iPad screen, resulting in a 'bubbly' feel when swiping and tapping. For me this wasn't a deal-breaker, because the screen cover was easy to peel out of the front frame while the case was disassembled. I'm planning to get another screen protector that sticks directly onto the screen, and I expect it will work just fine with this case. I highly recommend this case, especially if there is a toddler in the family.

Wonderful! Couldn't fit more perfectly and I'm impressed by how sensitive my screen still is. It's heavier than I was hoping for but it certainly is sturdy and safe. I'm pleased!

強度を保ちつつ限界までぴったりフィットしたスリムなデザイン。 作りからして相当頑丈そうです。 僕は正面画面部の保護シートはカッターで取ってしまいました。タッチ感が悪くてどうこうでは無く、単純に画面の前にシートがあるのは嫌い。 イヤホンジャックや電源挿し込み部等は、キッチリとネジ等で締めるタイプでは無く、ゴム同士をぶつけてロック等の固定無し、密着タイプなのでどぎつい環境では使用はきついかと思われます。 が、使っている私は建築現場で砂ホコリが舞い、画面正面のシートも切って捨てましたが、問題無く使えています。 それ位、本体に周りの素材がガッチリフィットしています。 耐衝撃も自分で見た感じ相当強固そうだったので、仕事中忙しい時は見終わったら建築現場の材料やバッグの上に投げたりしてますが(笑)今のとこ問題は一切無いです。 ジャストフィット！の分、デメリットは付け外しがとっても苦労します。 女性だと・・・大変そうだ。 安い物が良い、荒々しく使う、粉塵舞い散る、防水防滴性能はいらない、でもスリムでいて欲しい。 そんな方にはお勧めです。

落としてもホント大丈夫です。 防塵防滴も素晴らしい。 各インターフェイスが少しつか辛くなります。

Muy, muy, muy, muy, pero muy, contento con esa compra. Casi no pesa nada, como soy muy patoso, se me cayó varias veces y nada, ni un rasguño. Mucha confianza para llevar a cualquier parte sin preocuparse y divertirse mucho.

La foto rende sicuramente molto meno che dal vivo, uno spettacolo, davvero utile e anche bella. Mi ci trovo benissimo. Facile montaggio,spiegato da un video allegato.rende tutto molto più robusto.dopo mesi confermo che vale entra anche il salvaschermo di vetro preso urti di vario tipo purtroppo ma nessun danno il touch va che e na schioppettata leggermente rigido il bottone on/ off ma un po xche nuovo un po x il salvaschermo di vetro.consiglio vivamente l acquisto a chi deve muoversi con il dispositivo o bimbi .