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When the iPad 2 was released the choices of cases was very limited. What I saw at Best Buy and other retailers was pretty weak. I ended up with an Apple black leather smart cover, which was great for protecting the screen but left the back of the iPad exposed.
After reading various reviews of the Portenzo notebook case for the original iPad I decided to order one. They let you customize the case, you can choose the finish, interior color, camera opening, strap or magnetic closure. These are handmade and when you hold it in your hand you can appreciate the work that went into it. The case holds the iPad very securely, and it is a very classy looking case that makes your iPad look much like a moleskine notebook.
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The cost was $59.95 and it could sell for twice that- it’s that good. The only downside is that since each is handmade they do take time to arrive. Mine took about 6 weeks but in the end it was worth it- it’s the best case I have found for the iPad 2.
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Hey, thanks for the video review of the Portenzo Case. I was just wondering which material you chose for the outside of the case. Was it the Levant or the Morocco Faux Leather.
Thanks!
David
I really dig the folio style cases for ipad. Is anyone familiar with Portenzo? They have a gazillion custom options to design your cases. I’m looking for the right case for my iPad 2. Any suggestions? http://www.portenzo.com
David,
I picked the Morocco for mine. It has held up fairly well- despite my heavy use. I'll make a new video showing how it has held up after 8 months of real-world hard use.
bill