Marware Eco-Flip for iPad
- Unique, innovative hand strap & foldable display stand
- Flip top lid, with microfiber interior
- Elastic closure strap and foldover tab keep iPad secure
- Eco-leather iPad folio is healthier for the environment
- Meets RoHS Restriction of Hazardous Substances standards
The Eco-Flip offers a stylish eco-leather folio that helps protect your iPad. A unique and innovative hand strap design allows you to fold back the cover and securely grip the device during usage – a feature not offered in other cases or covers. The Eco-Flip flips open at the top, and the elastic strap keeps the folio closed while the foldover tab inside helps keep the iPad from slipping out. A foldaway display stand round out a broad array of features provided in a single case solution. What’
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List Price: $ 54.99
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Review by Mike Trojanowski for Marware Eco-Flip for iPad
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The Marware case no doubt provides great protection for the iPad but sadly it gives you a tradeoff that compromises its fine fit and utility.
The case is simply downright heavy. Let me explain what I mean. My iPad weighs 1.5 pounds and the Marware Eco-View or Eco-Flip case weighs 1 pound. So that means the weight of the case is 2/3rds the weight of my tablet bringing the total weight of my iPad and case to 2.5 pounds. Is the 2.5 pounds package really that heavy in your hands? Perhaps not to a 5-pound notebook but to a naked iPad it DEFINITELY is. The culprit here is the weight of the lid, which apparently is made especially heavy for the lid to stay more firmly closed.
There are other cases out there that give fine protection that weigh a 1/2 pound or less that are sold on Amazon which would bring the total weight of iPad and case to about 2 pounds. Can most people tell the difference in weight between 2 pounds compared to 2.5 pounds? I for one know that I can – and that is a telling difference that I don’t want. I returned my Marware case since I’ve ordered a lighter vessel to carry its special cargo.
So the choice is yours. If you want extra protection with some utility in several viewing positions and don’t mind the extra weight, then either the Eco-View or Eco-Flip case is a fine choice. But if you prefer not to compromise a lighter overall feel, then there is a growing selection of lighter alternatives out there for you to consider.
Review by LJO for Marware Eco-Flip for iPad
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Haven’t had this long enough to rate durability, so this is a “first impressions” sort of review.
The design is excellent. Can prop up iPad in landscape or portrait modes – the flip-over style is much better at providing a secure portrait platform than an opens-like-a-book style.
One thing that looked stupid in the product description, but is actually both smart and handy is the elastic strap on the back (when flipped over) under which one can put one’s hand. This is remarkably convenient and comfortable for one-handed holding, leaving the other hand free to manipulate the screen and/or keyboard. One of the problems of the iPad is that its size makes it awkward to hold in one hand – the strap cures that. If it’s stupid but it works, it isn’t stupid.
The case seems to be very protective of the iPad. I have no qualms about putting it in a briefcase with files and miscellaneous hardware. The thin elastic retaining strap keeps the case closed, and is easy to use, one handed and without looking. How long it will last remains to be seen, but it hasn’t shown any signs of premature wear.
I use the iPad in a professional setting, so I am looking for something that looks professional. The case is quite attractive without being obvious or garish – it resembles a commonly encountered leather portfolio. This blends in nicely for me, but will disappoint someone looking for an I-gotta-be-me fashion statement. In the so-called real world, if they’re distracted by your toys, they’re not paying attention to your presentation.
An added bonus is that an iPad is still rare enough that it is a theft magnet. The case makes it less obvious that it is an iPad and thus reduces its profile as a target.
I do not comment on the “case” versus “no case” dialectic. For use around the house, there is really little need for a case, although the enhanced one-hand use and ability to prop up hands-free would be a bonus anywhere. In the workaday world, a case is almost a necessity, for the reasons referred to above: protection, ease of use, focus, and theft temptation reduction.
One lack is that the iPad won’t fit in the dock with the case, and you can’t prop it in portrait position with the docking cable attached.
All in all, this is an excellent product of its type. If it lasts it will deserve the fifth star. So far, so good.
UPDATE: One unexpected consequence: the suede (?) interior material is a magnet for pet hair. I have a white cat and a black dog, so I have the spectrum covered. A lot of hair ends up on the interior material, and thus on the screen. We knew the iPad was a fingerprint magnet – who knew about the hair? A little more cleaning and a lint roller for the interior of the case keeps it tidy.
Review by Shimon for Marware Eco-Flip for iPad
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This is a great case, ipad stays snug inside, easy access to the buttons and charging port. It is pretty solid, feels like the ipad is safe from random impacts and scratches. The stands work exactly as described. Landscape is perfect for games or typing. Portrait is great angle for watching shows, but unfortunately is the narrow rotation so the view is small. But it works perfectly as described. Only downside is tapping the edges of the screen can be a bit off. If the edges were maybe another 1/4 inch out, it would be even better.
If I had to buy it again, I would wait for the Marware Eco-Vue to come out instead. Exact same case, but opens on the other side. Marware Eco-Vue for iPad I will probably end up buying that as well once it is released.
Review by Dennis Walczak for Marware Eco-Flip for iPad
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I have purchased several items from Mareware in the past and have always been satisfied. It should have been no surprise that this case for the iPad would deliver. Out of the cases I tested, this was the easiest to take the iPad in and out of the case when necessary. The inside cover felt like a soft suede material that treated the iPad with care. The external leather is durable and the stitching of a high quality. There is a kick-stand that enables you to place the iPad on a table at a slight incline when viewing in landscape or widescreen format, and after much use, the elastic that encourages the kickstand back in place never tired or wore out. Because the cover flips over akin to a traffic police’s ticket book (don’t ask me how I know this), you can easily stand the iPad up vertically too. The inside cover, when flipped over, also contains an elastic band that you can slip you hand to securely hold the iPad when viewing content in portrait mode. Of course, the case will not support a connection to the Apple dock, but I have not seen ANY case that enables you to use the dock while in its housing. Marware did design easy access to all of the controls, ports, and speakers. This case is a great way to dress up and protect your investment. ***** – Five Stars…
Review by Zafe for Marware Eco-Flip for iPad
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When I first received the case, I was very impressed with its features: good protection, the ability to prop the iPad up in landscape mode (which makes it much easier to type), and a good system for folding the screen protection out of the way when it isn’t needed.
Then it started to fall apart. All of the material that binds the various edges of the leather securing the iPad is peeling away. The flap that holds the iPad in place appears to be paper beneath the “leather” covering. The covering is tearing away along the sides of the flap and the flap is now held in place by tape wrapped around the point where the flap connects to the case.
I’m still in the process of working with Marware to see if they will honor their warranty, but I doubt that a replacement case will fare any better than the original.