ClamCase for iPad 3

The new iPad is one of the most elegantly designed tablets on the market today. But there are times when the onscreen keyboard is simply too constraining, especially for those who have years of experience touch-typing. And interacting with special characters on the onscreen keyboard can be downright irritating at times. While standalone Bluetooth keyboards work just fine with the iPad, they are yet another item to load into your gadget bag.

There are a number of exceptional keyboard-case combinations available, but one that stands out to me is the ClamCase, an all-in-one keyboard case and stand that attractively encases your iPad while providing a full QWERTY keyboard, complete with arrow keys and special function buttons. The keyboard feels natural, even though it’s been slightly reduced to fit the dimensions of the iPad, and the key action is as good as most laptop keyboards.

Another advantage ClamCase has over other keyboard cases is its 360-degree hinge that allows the iPad to be angled just like a typical laptop screen. If you're looking for a keyboard-case combo that gives your iPad the appearance of a MacBook laptop, the ClamCase should be at the top of your list.

ClamCase for iPad 3
($149, clamcase.com)
iPhone Life Magazine 2012.09.10