Felix’s FlipStand is like a better version of Apple’s Smart Cover. It covers the screen and leaves the rear case mostly naked, but instead of using a flimsy folding action to give limited viewing angles when used as a stand, the FlipStand is almost infinitely adjustable between zero and ninety degrees, and holds the iPad steady like a kickstand.
The FlipStand clips onto the “spine” of your full-sized iPad (the Air isn’t yet supported), and adds a protective cover to the front. When you want to use it as a stand, whip the iPad out, flip it over and then you can use the cover as a base. The iPad hinges up to your chosen height, and you secure it at any of 22 angles with the built-in bracket. In short, it’s like a kickstand with a steady base to support it.
I like the simplicity here, and if it’s light enough I can see it being a great replacement for the Smart Cover. You can buy one in brown or black for $50. Also available for the iPad mini, with 16 angles.
Source: Felix
Thanks: Jaclyn!
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One response to “Felix FlipStand Is Like The Smart Cover, Only Better”
Thanks for taking the time to review our new FlipStand case. We are currently working on an iPad air version – hope to have it out within the next few months!