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Case Turns Your iPad Into a Mini MacBook Pro

Case Turns Your iPad Into a Mini MacBook Pro

Posted April 6, 2012 at 6:59pm by iClarified
Check out this 'Notebook Case for iPad' found by Macotakara.jp that turns your iPad into a mini MacBook Pro.

9to5Mac reports that "the case packs a built-in Lithium-polymer battery that allows you to charge the iPad while in use. It also features a USB port, mini USB port, and Bluetooth for the keyboard. The case is available through Japanese retailer Rakuten for 5,980 yen (or roughly $75), so it could land in Rakuten's United States-based Buy.com in the near future."

You can also find the case on Amazon.co.jp but note that it only specifies support for the iPad 2, though the minimal size difference of the iPad 3 might mean it's compatible as well.


Read More [via 9to5Mac] [via Macotakara]


Case Turns Your iPad Into a Mini MacBook Pro

Case Turns Your iPad Into a Mini MacBook Pro

Case Turns Your iPad Into a Mini MacBook Pro


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tablet2cases
tablet2cases - May 14, 2012 at 10:43pm
We also got the NoteBook Case reviewed on Tablet2Cases.com & it got a 3.7/5 rating. The review was based on a $55 price tag, which is low when comparing to other keyboards. That definitely helped the overall rating. The case is available to order for $54.95 at http://www.tablet2cases.com/reviews/ipad-2-bluetooth-keyboard-clamshell-notebook-case/. Shipping worldwide!
treatment in india
treatment in india - April 10, 2012 at 10:16am
It's have suitable one and it's portable with tech.
N82k
N82k - April 8, 2012 at 6:44pm
I agree with hindsight, who's business is it to tell anyone else how to use their device. I prefer not using a touch keypad, in favor of a physical one. Everyone has their own preferences and this looks like a badass solution/alternative to the standard Bluetooth or vertical standing iPad keyboards/docks. Good day all.
justabrake
justabrake - April 8, 2012 at 11:59am
Too bad apple didn't put this out then you know quality would be there ! But who knows maybe it's built well ! It sure looks nice , wonder why it won't be shipped out "Thought"
joyz
joyz - April 7, 2012 at 8:45am
Get zagg case/keyboard... Same thing if not better
Joe Cole
Joe Cole - April 7, 2012 at 2:46pm
I did own the aluminum ZAGGmate for my original iPad. I think the one for the iPad-2 is leather but this Japanese gizmo looks cool. From a distance, looks like a Mac. Something unique in my opinion.
joyz
joyz - April 7, 2012 at 3:49pm
Yep looks neat-- anyone going to Japan
Joe Cole
Joe Cole - April 7, 2012 at 8:06am
Amazon page says it can't be shipped outside Japan. That's too bad, I would have loved to get one for my iPad 2. Looks cool.
SigmaAuto.com
SigmaAuto.com - April 23, 2012 at 4:38am
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G
G - April 7, 2012 at 2:44am
Why mac pro and not air? I'd buy if it was air
thoune
thoune - April 7, 2012 at 1:18am
i would like it if the keyboard was thinner! now it is too thick!
Achoo
Achoo - April 6, 2012 at 11:05pm
What's up with the 90-port-dongle-cabling required to use it? Useless to me, people who can afford an iPad and waste of money to buy this expensive case is pretty much guarantee to already own a laptop. Makes sense to anyone else?
merliner
merliner - April 6, 2012 at 8:47pm
this is a a flucking cool makeshift touchbook. how much are touch panel laptops these days? best of both worlds.
r
r - April 6, 2012 at 7:29pm
finally! something that can turn my tablet into a laptop. wtf people...just buy a laptop
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