Pros & Cons
Pros
The holder is also discrete, so if you don't always use or carry a pencil, the case is still perfectly fine. The storage for the apple pencil works really well--especially like how easy it is to extract the pen by the slot.
Back and front are covered in a soft almost fabric like materiel. The synthetic texture is grippy and looks good. The exterior material has a nice texture so it’s easier to hold on.
I really like the durability of this case. The case is so durable. That's my only nit, though, and the case otherwise merits a strong recommendation.
Case fits the mini & the pencil well. Apple pencil fits perfect and snug so it doesn't seem like it will slip out. All the cutouts are exactly where they should be.
The cover makes it a little difficult to change volume and turn off the ipad but workable. And it also stands up vertically for watching content well too. It has a cover that turns off the display when closed and can be used to prop at various angles.... Read More
Cons
Apple mini 5th generation fits so tightly that air bubbles pop up under the glass screen protector the minute i insert the ipad into the case. It is very disappointing that nothing like it exists for the mini. Better to look elsewhere for something mo... Read More
Highlights
Quality
But much to my surprise, the quality was better than i thought.
Very happy with the positions and protection it provides.
You can barely notice the size difference when closed with the pencil slot.
That said it seems like it's not heavy duty quality, but fine for most normal use.
Price
The low price was a nice bonus.
I love it, and the price was right!
Packaging/appearance
Takes a bit to figure out where to position your finger in the detents to operate the buttons effectively, but works just fine ... Read More
However, it won't fit a glass protector (used the amfilm ipad mini 5 protector), as the thicker sides push too tightly against... Read More
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My only dislike it that i cant change the angle of the screen
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The media could not be loaded
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Easy to install but would recommend a screen protector still
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This one by contrast looks intentional
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I dont understand why some thirdparty case manufacturers think we want to pay to be walking advertisements for their company
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The one missing star which would be a halfstar if i had that option is because the volume buttons on mine arent clearly defined and are somewhat hard to press
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When charging the pencil the end cap of the pencil has to be taken off while the pencil is attached to the lightning port
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Not the end of the world but worth knowing that it wont be as pretty if youre looking for a cute pastel shade