In theory, referring and I quote the Apple Store:
All-round protection.
*** Theory: the iPad Air Smart Case protects the back and the display, while the iPad Air is slim and light.
*** Practice: Well, the reduction in weight from the iPad 4 for iPad Air amounted to at least about 250gr. This advantage is the case with a weight of about 220gr. again equalized. Surely we are talking about "only" 220gr. These make in the use, lying on his back, very well noticeable. The heavy weight of the case is due to the high thickness of the back part. Disadvantage of high weight are the advantage greater protection in event. Fall over.
Still to mention is that the cover in the area of connection to the case will not be closed completely and always projecting something. Looks a closer view not very nice and met in the price range is not intended to.
Leather design.
*** Theory: The Smart Case is made of fine, aniline dyed leather and comes in six bright colors intense. And his soft, color-matched microfiber lining keeps your display clean.
*** Practice: Hmm ... When unpacking the cases the leather in the new state looks more like artificial leather. Only in the course of time it developed its optically leather charm. After months of use I have to admit, however, the material is more resistant than first assumed, and under normal use and sufficiently resistant to scratches.
Cover to iPad Air to. Cover to iPad from Air.
*** Theory: When you open the Smart Case, wakes up the iPad Air by itself. If you close it, the iPad Air goes out automatically.
*** Practice without complaint. Formerly a highlight today Standart. Nevertheless, I would not have missed this little function in any case more.
Perfect for FaceTime and video.
*** Theory: The Smart Case folds easily and can be used as a stand for watching videos or for FaceTime.
*** Practice: absolute "No Go!" Inventory of the predecessor with the cover still from 4 symmetrical segments exist here due to the narrow shape of the iPad Air only 3 asymmetric segments. Thus, the lid can no longer roll up to form a stable triangle. This has the consequence that the iPad often in landscape orientation from the state falls backward. Especially when the ground moves minial (train / bus) or someone lightly pushes the table, tilting the iPad to the back. This happens to me very often when I look, for example, a movie and press Pause. This touch is needed in 3 out of 5 cases of this, to bring the iPad out of balance. In landscape mode, therefore applies: stand and watch YES on calm surface, however, use NO.
Perfect for typing.
*** Theory: The Smart Case does double duty as a keyboard stand. Simply flip back and already has the iPad Air is a pleasant writing position.
*** Practice: Unfortunately not. Especially when typing on non-planar (eg. On the couch with side chairs) or a slippery surface, the iPad can be a tilt towards. This is due to the asymmetrical design of Lammelen. The short side of the triangle displays in this tip position to the person resulting in an unbalanced force distribution on the surface (hard to describe this refer to the images in this tip position on ...)
Conclusion:
I would not buy this case to the price. But the lack of a stable stand in landscape mode no longer justify that price, since one of the main functions is lost. In addition, the fit is not right at the closed lid. Sorry Apple, but this product is "my opinion" after a FAIL!
Please keep in mind that most reviews are subjective in nature and "only" reflect the opinion of the writer. Thus, I ask you this so treat as such: how feedback!
Many Thanks!
