PRODUCT REVIEWS:

iPAD Stands and Covers 

 

1.          iRest Lap Stand

            The iRest is the first tablet stand designed specifically for use on the   lap.  It frees your hand for a comfortable viewing and typing experience away from the desk.

            Created by award winner Rain Design, Inc. iRest is exceptionally light at only 15 oz. and its aluminum quite thin with 1.5mm or 1/16 of an inch.

            The iRest also features soft foam cushions that rest on the lap and a   torque hinge that makes it easy to adjust the angle up to 60       degrees.  It   prevents hand fatigue from holding the iPad and raising    the screen for easier viewing.

            I tried it at home. It is very simple, sturdy and comfortable to use. It is also            reasonably priced. I like it.

            It was awarded Best of Show at the MACWORLD in 2011.

2.   iBallz

Does your iPad have balls? If none, having the iBallz would provide  you with

balls that would make your iPad safe even when it falls. With its carrying case, you can safely transport your device around the house, office or on errands. The zip off cover allows for quick access to your iPad, so you are not constantly pulling it in and out.

            It also allows for several comfortable positions like: resting on your lap, hanging from    or leaning against a wall, tilted up towards you on your desk or coffee table.

            I tried it and even intentionally bounced it with my iPad. It is nice to have. Just for the guarantee of a safe landing when it falls is worth the investment.

3.   Prop’n GO

            Made by Padded Spaces this product is actually a 3 in 1 device:  Stand, Cover, and Backpack. It also has an accessory pocket so that the power cords, headphones, etc. don’t come in contact with your iPad. You should be comfortable using it on a couch, in bed or  other soft surface.

            The heights, angles, or positions are adjustable so that it would be good when reading or watching movies.

            The product could also be useful for other devices such as Kindle, Nook and other tablets – not just for the iPad. It’s a great device. I’ve    used it and I like it. Perfect on your bed, on your couch and on your desk!

4.   Powis iCase

            This is the case and stand, which is dubbed  the Kama Sutra Master Stand for the iPad.  This stand can actually be pre-designed if you pre- order. With a beautifully designed cover, the sample that was provided to me  was really as good as it was billed.

         While using it, I counted at least 9 positions. As billed, I used it for reading the news, watching a movie, playing a game, writing emails, presenting to a colleague, checking the NBA scores, and running an app. The Powis iPad case really secures your iPad in the most comfortable position for your activity.

5. REV 360

The product that the Hub International LLC provided me to review is what they call the revolutionary Hand Stand that is a Rotating iPad Case. It is called REV 360 because I assume it is revolutionary and rotates 360 degrees of “ergonomic freedom”.

It is sleek and durable. Indeed, it brings a revolutionary, rotational accessory that allows users to spin effortlessly the iPad 360 degrees for quick transition from landscape to portrait viewing and back again.

It also allows easy manipulation of the touch screen without accidentally launching apps or randomly scrolling. The Silicone iPad Case is really designed durably to provide protection for iPad 2 without scuffing. It has an elastic strap that is comfortably one-size fits all.

It is fun using it especially when I rotate the disk. This one is also worth buying.

What would interest our Filipino readers is that one of the Founders of the company is a half Filipino named Preston Hodges.

The rest of the products will be reviewed in the next issue of our paper.