After initial disappointment with a case of another type (whose edges encroached on the sensitive area of the touch screen), I opted for this model. It is simple, cheap and really allows to operate a mini iPad as desired. Obviously upright it is not stable, but that can defy the laws of gravity. The real gripe I have about this type of pivoting cover is precisely that the pivot can potentially scratch the back of the iPad. Moreover, it significantly spring thickness and therefore in a well compressed bag I imagine that there is best to distribute the pressure. But again, nothing really serious, and so 5 * for this clever product (allows any type of uses) that provides good protection while offering excellent ergonomics and grip when opened.