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iPad 2 Duct Tape Folio Smart Case

Posted: 10 Apr 2011 09:40 PM PDT


Items created using duct tape are quite popular with kids these days.  I’ve seen everything from pencil pouches to headbands and one of my daughter’s friends even started selling her DIY duct tape creations.  Based on a tip we received this weekend, it looks as if duct tape has now crossed over into the realm of the iPad 2.

Coregeek has created a DIY iPad 2 Duct Tape Folio Smart Case that doesn’t look half bad.  When he learned the iPad 2 utilized magnets for the Smart Cover, he decided to redesign and refine his original Duct Tape Folio.

With a new design goal and a little work, Coregeek revised his original design and incorporated several new features.  The new iPad 2 Duct Tape Folio Smart Case offers an integrated sleep/wake function, an easy magnetic insert and removal, a built in prop/stand, a durable plywood core, a stylish magnetic clasp and a full front and back case.

Check out the video below to see Coregeek’s iPad 2 Duct Tape Folio Smart Case in action.  Maybe it will spark an idea for your own duct tape creation!

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PadGadget Daily App Deal – 9 iPad Apps on Sale

Posted: 10 Apr 2011 08:49 PM PDT


For today’s Daily Deal we’ve found nine great apps to add to your iPad collection.  We have seven games and two great utility apps in today’s bundle.

We used our PadGadget Apps Tracker to find these great deals and we’ll continue to look for the best app deals as they pop-up. Some of these apps are up to 66% off, some are even free, so be sure to check them out because they are on sale for a limited time.

  1. Living Earth HD – World Clock and Weather – Check the weather and time in over 22,000 cities around the world with this 4.5 star rated app.  The graphics are stunning and make this a great app to wow your friends.  Living Earth HD is now on sale for $0.99 instead of $1.99.
  2. Epic Truck – This fun four star rated 3D physics racing game is now available for Free instead of the normal price of $0.99.
  3. Death Rally – This four star rated racing game has incredible graphics and is great to play.  You can get it now on sale for $2.99 instead of $4.99.
  4. MultiPong – This game reinvents Pong for the 21st Centrury.  This 3.5 star rated app is now on sale for $0.99 instead of $2.99.
  5. Circuloid – This four star rated brick-breaker action game is available for Free this weekend so hurry before it goes back to its normal price of $0.99.
  6. Reiner Knizia’s Labyrinth HD – This great puzzle game has a four star App Store rating and is now on sale for $0.99 instead of $2.99.
  7. Push Panic – This match-3 block game is an addictive puzzle buster with 75 challenging levels.  You can get Push Panic now on sale for $0.99 instead of $1.99.
  8. Meteogram – Track global weather trends with this popular four star rated app.  Metogram is now on sale for $0.99 instead of $1.99.
  9. Monsters Love Gum – This Hungry-Hippo styled iPad game is a great way to waste away the hours.  You can now get this 3.5 star rated app for Free instead of the normal price of $1.99.

We use our PadGadget Apps Tracker to constantly monitor the App Store to find the biggest price changes on iPad apps. Our editorial team goes through the data, picks the best deals on the most interesting apps and then brings them to you on a regular basis.

All app prices are checked at the time of posting but prices are subject to change without notice. When developers put their games on sale it’s usually for a very limited time, often 24 hours or less, so be sure to check pricing on iTunes before making a purchase.

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PadGadget Weekend iPad News Roundup – April 10, 2011

Posted: 10 Apr 2011 02:35 PM PDT

Vogel’s RingO – Universal iPad Mounting System Review

Posted: 10 Apr 2011 10:43 AM PDT


There are multiple scenarios in which you can use your iPad and iPad 2 in your daily life. You can stow it on a wall to use as a home media control system, mount it in your car to entertain the family, display in your kitchen to view recipes and listen to music, or simply take to your office to display office presentations and share your work with colleagues.

In this review, we take a closer look at the RingO Universal iPad Mounting System, which will keep your iPad safe by securely mounting it everywhere you go.

The Vogel's Universal Kit is a unique system for mounting your tablet on walls, in cars, on tables and desks. The company is betting on its proven experience in secure mounting systems to safely mount your iPad wherever you go. After trying the mounting system kit, I have to say the iPad fits quite nicely and is safely secured.

The different accessories were sent to us in a very secured package that includes the wall mount, car mount, table stand and the RingO system holder, which is the heart of the mounting system. The system holder is a precision ring shaped aluminum connector that allows you to mount the iPad onto a range of different support components. All you have to do is clip the holder to your iPad and you can easily mount it onto the wall mount, the table stand and the car mount.

The iPad Holder

As mentioned earlier, the Holder is the heart of the RingO mounting system. It protects your iPad as a snap-on case, and also comes with a precision aluminum connector on the back that enables the iPad to be easily mounted onto different components. The case snaps onto the iPad quite easily. It protects the back of your iPad and most of the sides, while allowing easy access to all iPad controls. When mounted onto the other components (Wall Mount, Car Mount, Table Stand) the iPad does feel secured.

The Wall Mount

Vogel’s has included a stylish button that can be screwed onto almost any surface. This button gets used to mount the Vogel's Holder onto the Wall Mount.

To mount the iPad on your wall is simple. Simply click the Holder onto the Wall Mount, so it hangs safely in place. It becomes handy when viewing videos, showing photos, or working on recipes around the kitchen. I liked that you can freely rotate the iPad 360 degrees. The locking system certainly ensures stable and secure support. To unmount the iPad is easy. All you have to do is press the two buttons included on the Wall Mount and the Holder will come off.

The Car Mount

If you have kids, or like to have flexibility to entertain the family while on the road, the Car Mount fits the bill. You don’t need any tools to install. Vogel’s Car Mount allows you to securely fix the iPad Holder to the front seat headrest. All you have to do is click the iPad Holder into place. You can rotate the iPad 360 degrees, which is a nice feature.

The Table Stand

The included stand fits nicely onto the iPad Holder. It is another component that allows you to use the iPad in either portrait or landscape. A few ideas – you can use the iPad on a table, bookshelf or desk, for viewing your favorite photos, movies or TV shows.

What I liked: The RingO system certainly brings a lot of flexibility when using the iPad. Vogel’s is a well known company for its designs for Audio and TV mounting systems. They have certainly brought a quality universal mounting system for the iPad. The iPad Holder certainly protects the back of your iPad and snaps on quite easily. The mounting system works quite well across all included components.

What I didn’t like: While the iPad Holder protects the back of your iPad, a few sides remain a bit exposed. Would like to see the case cover a bit more a few sides for full protection.

To buy or not to buy: Overall, Vogel's system is robust and quite simple to use. All components feature a very stylish design. If you’re looking for an iPad mounting system that brings flexibility and protects your iPad, the RingO Universal Mounting System is a great buy.

Vogel’s is offering different packs for the first generation iPad and the iPad 2. They are selling a Starter Pack for $69.99 (iPad Holder, Wall Mount); a Home Pack for $79.99 (iPad Holder, Wall Mount, Table Stand); a Car Pack for $99.99 (iPad Holder, Tablet Stand, Car Mount); and a All-in-One Pack for $119.99 (iPad Holder, Wall Mount, Tablet Stand, Car Mount).

  • Accessory Name: RingO Universal iPad Mounting System
  • Manufacturer: Vogel’s
  • Price: Starter Pack for $69.99; Home Pack for $79.99; Car Pack for $99.99, All-in-One Pack for $119.99
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