PADACS Ziva Slimline iPad 2 Case & Stand – Accessory Review

By Cristi | June 14, 2011 | No comment yet

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Looking for a nice quality, reasonably priced case to protect your iPad 2? If so, the Ziva slimline case and stand from Australian bases PADACS is definitely one you should consider. We’ve reviewed several PADACS products over the past year and have always been impressed with the designs and quality coming from this company down under.

The Ziva is a notebook style case, “designed to keep your iPad 2 protected without compromising on style or quality.” The soft synthetic leather looks like the real deal and had us fooled at first. The slim, lightweight design offers great protection without adding excessive bulk or weight to the overall package. A soft interior prevents scratches and all ports, jacks and buttons are readily accessible through appropriately placed cutouts.

The iPad 2 slides easily into position and a small flap tucks behind it to hold it securely in place. A magnetic front cover ensures the case stays closed and your screen stays scratch free and protected when not in use. The cover also doubles as a stand and can be folded back to create angles for typing and movie watching.

We were impressed with the overall quality of the Ziva and found it to be an excellent deal at this price point. It’s currently available in the US from the PADACS website for $29.95.

What I liked: Because I often carry my iPad inside another bad, I really like a notebook style case. The thin design of the Ziva added essentially no bulk to my device, making the whole thing easy to slide into my bag when I was on the go. I also liked the magnetic closure guaranteeing my screen would stay well protected as my iPad bounced around inside my oversize hand bag.

What I didn’t like: The Ziva doesn’t have the true Smart Cover function which turns the iPad on and off when you open and close the case.

To buy or not to buy: If you’re in the market for a nice case at a great price, the PADACS Ziva iPad 2 case is definitely worth a look.