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The iPad is such a thing of beauty. Yet the aluminum surface that gives it a sexy and polished look is the same attribute that makes it susceptible to scratches. In the like manner, the portability that makes it so attractive to use is the same attribute that makes it vulnerable to damage. How do you protect your iPad from accidental drops or from the jangling of your keys, coins, etc inside your bag when you travel?

Unfortunately, Apple removed all the gadget screen protectors from its physical and online stores days before the launch of the iPad. It was unclear why the company would do so to its bestselling accessories. Two theories are going around. An article on iLounge suggests that perhaps it’s a marketing strategy intended to make the iPad’s screen look highly durable. Others think Apple removed the accessories after several consumers complained about how difficult it is to install the screens free of bubbles.

Fortunately, there are companies like Zagg and BodyGuardz that make quality body and screen protectors. Depending on your budget and your personal preference, you can find three types of iPad scratch and fall protector on the market:

1. Full Cover

Full cover offers overall protection for your iPad. It provides defense against scratches to the screen, back, front, and side surface of your device. Cases like neoprene sleeves even come with internal lining cushions to protect the device from bumps, drops, and shocks. However, neoprene sleeves protect your iPad only when not in use.

Materials used to make full cover iPad protector range from rubber to thick leather to hard aluminum casings. If you don’t want to hide the beauty of the iPad inside the skin/body protector, though, a product made of clear, military-grade plastic such as the Zagg Full Body Coverage is your best option.

2. Partial Cover

If you are looking for a cheaper alternative to a full case, you can go for a partial cover. You can get films that provide plenty of protection to important parts of the device, that is the back and screen.

3. Skins

Skins are usually made from silicone case. They are often available in a wide range of colors, giving you the option to personalize your iPad. In addition to protection from scratches, skins also help keep your iPad from dust and grime. However, it doesn’t add much protection from shocks and drops.

Because there are a number of products around, but ones that will give your iPad quality protection are:

1. Scratch-resistant. Covers that are made of high-grade scratch proof material, particularly military grade material, can provide your iPad the best protection.

2. Durable. It should be able to withstand pressure of different materials – from coins in your bag to your long nails — that cause scratches.

3. Weather-resistant. It should be able to provide protection for a long time so you don’t keep changing the iPad cover.

4. Drop-resistant. It should help minimize accidental drops by improving your grip on the device, and, if the accident does happen, help minimize impact of a fall.

5. Easy to install. One of the common complaints against the Apple screen protector is the difficulty involved in making the sheet adhere to the surface without trapping any bubbles. Makers like Zagg, which makes plastic films for front, back, and screen of iPad, ship a squeegee to help remove those bubbles.

Closing thought

Protecting your iPad from scratches and falls is easy. Can you afford to let it go out there naked?

Source by Matan Josefsberg