INVELLOP iPad Mini case, Black Leatherette Case Cover for Apple iPad Mini/iPad Mini 2/iPad Mini 3 (Black)

I used the original INVELLOP case for the iPad mini 1, and I bought this newer version for the iPad mini with Retina Display.Bottom line - I am very happy with this case for the iPad mini Retina. It has taken the good points of the original case, like the:* slim form factor,* folding stand (with magnets for locking the stand in place), which means you can position the case for typing or viewing,* low weight,* magnetic cover which awakens the iPad, holds the case front closed, and helps hold the front panel to the rear of the case when it is folded back on itself (for reading books, etc).* professional look,* comparatively cheap price.For the new case, INVELLOP have improved a few things. But the new case isn't perfect (I don't think there is a 'perfect case').It is worth noting several differences between the two cases (good and bad) that I have noticed after a month of use.PROS+ The material on the new case feels softer and nicer to touch (whilst maintaining its rigidity).+ The new case offers more protection for the chamfered edge of the iPad.+ The new case front cover folds more easily than the original (although the original case would fold very easily after a little bit of use and wearing in).+ The new case costs the same as the original (it did when I bought it).+ The material and stitching on the new case is better than the original. (the original case on the iPad mini 1 suffered cracks and fraying with use. I noticed these developing on the old case within a month or so. It didn't affect my use of the case, and I would still recommended it over others on the market. In comparison, after a month of use with the new case, I haven't noticed any cracks or fraying.CONS- The new case doesn't feel like it grips the iPad mini with Retina as tightly or securely as the old case gripped the iPad mini 1. (with that said, I'm not concerned that the iPad mini with Retina will fall out of the new case AT ALL, but the new case does feel noticeably less secure.)- The new case's folding standing is less rigid than the first version. (again, the case still stands in either position just fine, but it can be 'toppled' more easily than the first version.)In summary, the INVELLOP case for the iPad Mini with Retina is my favourite case, and I think the best case for the iPad mini with Retina. It is thin, light, looks professional, protects the iPad very well, and is supremely functional. I think it is the best value case out there, and I will continue to recommend this case to my friends and family.

Bought this case last week and absolutely love it. Below are the high points while comparing to what I had researched or seen in competitors. Bottom line is that this case is worth paying a bit more for even though it still falls into the "discount" case category particularly when compared to Apple branded cases.- The cut outs are in the right place and are very neat. Some of the other brands I looked at had holes that were hacked up looking.- The magnets are good strength. My wife has a new Fintie case for her Air and the magnets let the case sag a bit on the two outside corners. This case holds the cover securely closed all the way.- Possibly my favorite feature and definitely the reason I paid a bit extra to get this Invellop case was due to the case's ability to have the flap stick to the back when flipped fully open. This was the only "discount" case I found with that feature. In using my work iPad for years, this is a feature I wish old Smart Covers had (not sure about new Smart Covers but they cost a lot more).- The stand functions perfectly in both positions without any break-in.- The iPad Mini securely snaps into the back of the case and stays covered when using the stand positions. Some cases I researched had the two inside corners exposed when using the stand.- The case is nice and slim without adding much bulk or weight to the Mini. This was a feature very important to me as well since one of the reasons to get a Mini is the light/slick form factor.If I remember I'll try to update this review a few months out with regards to how it's holding up but, for now, I'm very happy with my purchase and would recommend this case to anyone looking. The other cases I came close to getting were the Poetic and Fintie but the above bullets led me to the Invellop.

I bought this leatherette case cover for my iPad mini in January of 2014.When I got mine, it was;Lightweight - I'm not sure where the other reviewers got the idea that this was heavy or bulky but the one I was sent was so light that when I put my iPad mini in my purse and picked the purse up later, my purse was so light that I I almost panicked thinking that it wasn't in my purse - but it was!The magnets that hold the cover closed is just right - I like the idea that when I flip it shut, it stays shut and I don't even see or feel the magnets when I look at the inside of the cover. That is quality to me!Flexible and easy to use - See the front cover with the 3 panels? If I take the cover, open it like a book but bend it in the premade seams until the back cover shapes itself into a triangle, my iPad mini is now ready to sit up on its own. No buckles, no straps, no complicated moves that rival chinese puzzle boxes! I simply bend it back and it remains sturdy while propping the iPad mini up!Well constructed and thoughtfully designed - Again, this is WINNING! The cradle that holds the iPad mini is curved in a way that forms so well to the tablet that it almost feels like the carriage is molded to it! Still if you need to pop it out for whatever reason, it will pop out with ease. The other benefit of the carriage's curvature is that you can easily get to any one of the iPad mini's buttons and switches with no issues (like the volume control, off/on button and switch) which I've seen other covers fail in this regard.The description says that it's "leatherette" but do not let the label fool you. This looks very professional! Especially since they didn't put that ginormous "Invellop" logo on the front as I've seen with some of their products. Sometimes less is not only better but memorable. I'm glad this company has caught on to that.So far there are NO cons so unless you have some sort of over the top expectations or they change the design from what they've been sending as of January 2014. Otherwise there shouldn't be any problem for someone who wants a simple, durable yet useful case for their ipad Mini! Great job you guys!7/19/2015 - Wow! I Can't believe that I've had this for over a year! It STILL looks just as great as the day that I got it! I know this sounds like I'm gushing but I seriously can't believe that this still looks so good after it's been handled the way it has! Not to say that I abuse my iPad Mini but I take it so many places and handle it so often that I would think that it would show some sign of wear and tear but NOPE! Nothing! It even still stands straight up with no sign of tilting when I use the cover to prop it up!If this company is still selling the same one that I got then you will NOT be sorry if you buy this!