May 18, 2011

Smartsnap Connects Smart Cover To First Gen iPad

May 18, 2011/ Nir Schneider

We've seen a few DIY mods before like this one, which didn't look all too sleek and low-profile as Smartfix's Smartsnap. The $20 Smartsnap is a connection kit for the first gen iPad allowing you to use Apple's Smart Cover. The thing is though, the first gen iPad does not have the iPad 2's sleep/wake magnetic functionality because it does not have any built-in sensor magnets. The good news is that the Smartsnap is a low-profile magnetic strip that sticks to the side of your first gen iPad and perfectly aligns the Smart Cover. There is very limited information as whether the Smartsnap also adds a magnetic strip to keep the Smart Cover closed onto the first gen iPad. If you're interested, head on over to Smartfix's website for more.

April 20, 2011

Maglus Aluminum Stylus Is Magnetically Awesome

April 20, 2011/ Nir Schneider

What looks to be the newly found half brother of the AluPen stylus, is the Maglus aluminum stylus for the iPad 2. What so different about the Maglus stylus is that you probably will never lose it as it's magnetic and can attach to the front and back of your iPad 2. Using a Smart Cover? Not a problem, it can attach to that too. Where can you get this magical stylus you ask? Well it's currently being funded over at Fund It, similar to Kickstarter, and it will retail for €24.99 (that's about $36), but if you help fund the Maglus via Fund It, you can grab a Maglus stylus for €15 (about $22). Check out the Maglus in action right after the cut.

March 24, 2011

Miniot's Real Wood Smart Cover Replacement

March 24, 2011/ Nir Schneider

Miniot's real wood Miniot Cover for the iPad 2 is the natural alternative to Apple's Smart Cover. The Miniot Cover does not use a magnetic hinge or spine yet manages to have the same exact functions as a Smart Cover. You can fold it back to make a landscape, portrait and typing stand all without using a rotating hinge. The magnets are strong and hold the Miniot Cover in place even while you hold your iPad 2 face down, shaking it like a mad man, or woman. It's smooth, it's wood, and it ships this month for €50 (about $70). See the Miniot Cover in action right after the break.