The Week in iPad Cases: Come play with us

12.03.2012
There seems to be no end in sight to the slew of new cases announced for Apple's third-generation iPad. Since , we've already had roundups-- and --of new gear. As we continue to watch for more new iPad-protection products, here's our third roundup, with all its device-saving splendor.

The company's case (iPad 2 and iPad 3; $70) offers three layers of protection: silicone for shock absorption, hard plastic for structural integrity, and polymer material for external support. The case also features reinforced corners to protect the iPad where it's most vulnerable to damage from accidental bumps.

The (iPad 3; $50 to $90) is a folio-style case with a cover that can be folded around and used to prop up your tablet at both a viewing and typing angle. Compatible with the iPad's magnetic sleep/wake feature, the case is handcrafted using high-quality, all natural materials and is available in black, grey, sand, or purple. A more-expensive, all-leather version comes in a black/stone color combination.

The (iPad 3; $40) is a hard-shell cover inspired by Apple's Smart Cover, but with back protection--it covers all sides of your iPad. The front portion folds into a stand for viewing or typing. The case comes in black over black, or grey over light grey.

The (iPad 3; $40) folds around your iPad to protect it from bumps and scratches, and features a series of grooves that allow you to prop up your iPad at a variety of landscape-orientation positions. The case comes with its own stylus and is available in black, black with grey accents, or grey with light-grey accents.

The (iPad 3; $35) is a hard-shell back case that is only one millimeter thick and is designed to work alongside Apple's Smart Cover. It comes with a thin-film screen protector and microfiber cloth, and it's available in black, grey, blue, green, pink, red, creme, tan, navy, frost, dark grey, translucent mercury, or iridescent grey.