Choiix Wake Up Folio for iPad 2 review
"If you like the Smart Cover but don't like its propensity to fall off or the lack of protection it provides the back plate, you'll love the Choiix Wake Up Folio for iPad 2."
The Choiix Wake Up Folio for iPad 2 is just like Apple's Smart Cover but includes a back plate to protect the aluminum backing of your iPhone. That extra back case also means it won't fall off the way Apple's Smart Cover often does. In fact, the iPad 2 snaps right in and fits snuggly and securely enough that you can lift it by the cover, something impossible with Apple's original.
Since the Choiix Wake Up Folio includes the back case along with the cover, it is heavier and bulkier than Apple's Smart Cover, but there's always a trade-off between profile and protection. Like Apple's Smart Cover, magnets in the iPad 2 and in the case allow it to turn your iPad 2 on when you open the cover, and off when you close it again.
Also like Apple's Smart Cover, you can fold the Choiix Wake Up Folio's cover up to work as a stand in either flat mode for typing or stand-up mode for watching videos and movies. It's perhaps not quite as bendable as Apple's, but it's close enough not to matter. The cover is polyurethane with a soft, plush inside to protect against scratches. It comes in just about every color you'd expect -- white, gray, blue, green, orange, pink, and black.
Cutouts provide access to all the usual ports and while most won't cause a problem, they are cut close enough that some of the chunkier media cables or automotive chargers might have a tough time squeezing in. There's also a grid over the back speaker and while minor, the more sound sensitive among you might notice the difference.
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The Good
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The ConclusionIf you like the Smart Cover but don't like its propensity to fall off or the lack of protection it provides the back plate, you'll love the Choiix Wake Up Folio for iPad 2. | |
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The giveaway
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Wow, that looks nice!
I have been looking for something to give protection to the back of my iPad!
This would be nice... I've been wanting to get my mom a smart case for her iPad but I saw this one in Mac life magazine and I've been very interested in how it compared. Sounds good to me!
Like the case. Still keeps things minimal.
Nicee
Would love one!
Looking pretty good. If I were to get it I'd prefer the black one over any other.
pretty sweet!
Thanks for the giveaway.
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I want one!!!!!
Looks good!
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I would love this!
Love it! Pink Please! Guess I will have to buy and iPad NOW!
I don't have a problem with a little bulk... I am the rare animal that admits the iPad is too light and thin. I always feel like I am going to drop it, so slippery. I've been looking for a case that has something to hold on to and looks great, like this Choiix folio. If I don't win, I might consider buying it myself.
I have an Orange Smart Cover that I love because it doesn't add to bulk of the device, but it does come off some times which is a massive pain. This looks good.
Very nice. This will help protect the iPad even more. Thanks for the giveaway
I would love to win this!
Those look really neat!!
Looks like the best combination if you're looking for a Smart Cover style design.
this looks great, seems to give iPad more protection.
i'd love to win one. thanks
Sure, I'll take one.
Nice. Will it be in stores for a try before you buy?
Looks sexy! Would love to have this for my iPad :)
Hmmm, the first iPad 2 case that might be worth the trade off in weight and bulk and that keeps all the nice features from the smart cover. I likey.
Very cool case indeed.
I hope I win!
Beautiful! The smart cover is great but not enough protection. I would love one of these.
I want one
I'd love to win that case.
perfect one looks very impressive !
I have had the Grey version of this case for about two months now - it really is awesome. Very protective, yet still easy to use one-handed. Cant recommend it enough!
Love all the giveaways!!!!!!
This would be perfect for me. My dream case. You guys are so generous.
That's a great looking case!!
Oh yeah my wife would love this case..
I need this.
That's awesome!! Great idea!!
looks cool... I would give it a try...
looks good.
I need a cover for my iPad please!!!???
Nice product.
Oh please count me in, would love to win this awesome product
The Winner!
I need this! Thanks so much for the chance to win!
I wanna win this!!
I wanna throw my smart cover out the window ugh!!!
That is super nice, would love to use it.
Looks Good a black one for me please
Heh heh... That's funny... I just did my research on what cover to get and this is one of the 3!!! I'd love one of these.
(The other 2 were the SwitchEasy Canvas and the Speck PixelSkin HD Wrap.)
My pad needs full protection.
That's exactly the case I've been looking for...Smart Cover + back protection + as close to Apple's design as possible. That's a great price point too compared to other non-Smart Cover cases and Apple's own Smart Cover. Nice write up Georgia. Thanks for bringing these great options to our attention and providing informative reviews. They're extremely helpful.
Ooo very cool I need one please!
I really need this. Pick me, please!
Looks nice. I would love one. Thanks!
The existing cover/keyboard combo I have is good but adds too much bulk to my iPad. I've looked at normal smart covers and find that they just don't do it for me. This gives me the smart cover feature plus protection for the back of the unit.
yeah def want something that doesn't fall off so easy. thanks
My wife would love this case as it addresses her complaints about the smart cover.
Nice cover, the bulk and two toned back are a little off putting the extra protection is a plus. And possible the two toned looks better in person. I wish Georgia had addressed her thoughts on that.
This is great, I would love to have one. Better then having 2 separate kinds of cases on my iPad.
Like the extra protection this case provides to the back of the iPad. Hope I win! :)
I've been looking into just that type of case. This would be great!
Looks cool. I'm assuming it won't work with ghost armor on the back though ...
That looks like a more High quality version of the case(incase version) I was using, until the corners all broke off and it frayed... Looks
Nice!
I would give this a try
I'd love one, my case at the moment is terrible.
That's like exactly what I need!
Although my beautiful iPad2 is an exhibitionist and loves to show off it's aluminum and slim physique, I would LOVE to wrap it in this sexy attire that will also protect and keeps it's beauty!!!!
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My wife would love this!
Looks really cool. I'm in!
Finally got an iPad yesterday for school & I've been looking for the perfect case. Now I think I've finally found it...that case looks great!
Great looking cover!
me please!
Very good idea. I paid 30 bucks for a case that only protects the back.
Looks good :)
These look super cool! I would love to have one so my iPad 2 doesn't have to be naked!
That is the most beautiful thing that I have ever seen oh and the Smart cover thing is nice too. Whether I win a date with Georgia or the Smart cover I will be happy PICK ME!!!
I'd love to win this...sign me up...been looking for a good form fitting case that will not add much bulk or size but still provide some protection.
Wow looks greats.
looks good - I'd love to win one to try it out!
I have wanted one of these for a very long time. Perfect.
Ok...Yes.... I want it! Seems like a must have case that does it all. If I don't win it I'll buy it!!!
How much does this cover weigh? Also, will other colors be available?
Awesome cover!
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I really want this.
Hope to win this one.
Count me in!
Wow this is very nice. I would enjoy this good luck everyone
Great giveaway! Thanks!
This is exactly what Apple should have offered.
This would be very useful.
Just what the doctor ordered.
The goods out weight the bads for me.
My iPad needs a back cover.
I would really love this!
This would be so great to win! Thanks for the giveaway!
I shall remain positive even though I'm at the bottom.
Duh, isn't this the case Apple should be selling?!
Thanks for the giveaway.
Still looking for the perfect case....
I like this, pick me.
All around protection with Smart Cover would be great.
Looks spendid
Perfect give away. This would really compliment the iPad2 I will be getting my wife for Valentines Day! Thanks Georgia :-)
definitely could use one of these babies!!! perfect idea for what I can look for. thanks!!!
This is a great case. Thanks for the idea!
When I saw your article about this cover, I thought right away of my wife who is always complaining about the cover of her iPad falling off
I was thinking about getting a smart cover style case and this would be perfect! I hope I win!
I haven't found a great cover for my iPad2 yet -- this looks like it! Please?
I love the cool blue color!
Thanks for the giveaway! Smart cover= not so smart!
absolutely love it!!
I just got an iPad 2 and was wondering what case to get, well looks like i found one. I hope i get it.
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