iPad mini Cases

iOS accessory maker Case-Mate is offering 40% off all its iPhone and iPad accessories this Memorial Day Weekend. The sale begins today and ends on Monday, May 26, 2014, 11:59 EST. You can take advantage of this deal by visiting Case-Mate.com and using the promo code AFMD40 at checkout.

Case-Mate does not offer a lot of options for the iPad Air, but it does carry several cases and stands for the second-, third- and fourth-generation iPad, both iPad mini models, plus it is home to a plethora of iPhone offerings.

Case-Mate's iPhone cases range from the basic to the over-the-top. For example, the "Brilliance" case features genuine crystal with a premium leather accent and retails for $80.

Retailers and accessory makers will be looking to move inventory as we get closer to the release of the second-generation iPad Air and third-generation iPad mini. This is a great time for bargain shoppers who are looking to upgrade their Apple tablet or accessories. Make sure you bookmark our iPad Air deals page and follow us @TheiPadGuide for future sales.

Griffin Technology is offering 25% off its Survivor Custom Case for the iPad mini. Customers can choose the color of the case's silicone wrap, Polycarbonate shell and built-in stand. The case is military-spec designed and meets all the requirements outlined in the US Department of Defense MIL-STD-810, according to Griffin. It promises to deflect "wind and rain" and protect against drops on concrete surfaces from 6'/1.8 m high.

Accessory maker Belkin has discounted its designer fashion cases for the iPad mini and iPad Air to $10 and $12, respectively. The Orla Kiely displayCase fits both the iPad mini and iPad mini with Retina display, and the third and fourth generation iPad. The $10 and $12 price will shown in your cart during checkout.

You can take advantage of the $10 and $12 designer cases at while supplies last at Belkin.com.

Belkin is also offering a "Welcome Promo Code" that nabs new customers 15% off their entire order, and a new exclusive iPhone 5 case line designed by famed fashion designer Tracy Reese.

You can use the promo code WELCOME15 during checkout to save 15% on your entire order. The 15% may not stack with other deals.

Griffin Technology is holding another site wide sale. This time the accessory maker is offering 20% off all its products in celebration of Mother's Day. This deal ends on April 27, 2014.

Griffin offers a wide variety of iPad, iPad mini and iPhone accessories. Here's a quick look at some of their noteworthy iPad cases. Most of these cases are available for the second generation iPad and later, including the iPad Air and iPad mini.

Twelve South has released its iPhone SurfacePad protective cover for the iPad mini. The SurfacePad is a thin leather shield that uses a special adhesive to attach itself to your iPad so it doesn't cover its design or add unnecessary bulk to your device. The best part is, Twelve South promises that you can remove and reapply the case without leaving a sticky residue or marks behind.

The iPad mini version also features a typing stand and hidden magnets, so you can prop up your device to watch movies or enable the iPad's built-in sleep/wake function. The cover is crafted from high-quality Napa leather and it is only 0.1 inches thick.

Did you receive a shiny new iPad Air or iPad mini for the holidays? Do you also have gift cards burning a hole in your pocket? Then here is a list of reliable keyboard cases for all current iPad models that you may want to consider buying. New iPad mini owners will especially want to pay attention since the smaller tablet greatly benefits from having an external Bluetooth keyboard.

Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard Cover - The last thing you want to do is add unnecessary bulk to your iPad Air. The Ultrathin Keyboard Cover from Logitech weighs only 330g (0.73 pounds) and measures just 7.3mm (0.29 inches) thick. It also features iOS shortcut keys for easier typing, extra added touch screen protection, and it easily attaches to your iPad thanks to its powerful magnetic clips. The
Ultrathin Keyboard Cover is only $99 and is available for the iPad Air, iPad mini and iPad 2.

Accessory maker Griffin Technology is offering 20% off its iPad Air and iPad mini cases over the weekend. The sale has already started and ends on 11/10/13. You can take advantage of this deal by visiting GriffinTechnology.com and entering the promo code NEWIPAD20 at check-out.

Griffin offers a variety of iPad Air cases starting at $29.99, and keyboard / cases starting at $79.99. The Slim Keyboard Folio features an envelope-style flap that holds your iPad Air and Bluetooth keyboard, which connects wirelessly to your iPad. The keyboard includes its own micro-USB charging cable, and sports the familiar Mac OS key layout.

To celebrate memorial day, the ZAGG online electronics store is holding a huge sale on Apple accessories. This includes iPad and iPad mini keyboards at 20% off, and 50% off of cases, audio products and battery chargers. The site-wide sale will last for two days starting this Memorial day, Monday, May 27th and Tuesday, May 28th.

The sale also includes the ZAGG invisibleSHIELD screen protector, which is available for the iPad 3/4, the iPad mini, and several of the more recent iPhone generations. The invisbleSHIELD is a high grade screen protector, made from a very durable military film originally produced with the intention of protecting helicopter blades from high-speed damage. If you are rough with your Apple devices or just want that extra security, the popular ZAGG fim can be purchased at 50% off during the sale.

If you love reading on your iPad mini, but miss the feeling of curling up with a good hardcover book, then the DODOcase is just the accessory for you. Each case is constructed with eco-friendly bamboo, and is bound using traditional bookbinding techniques to give it that hard-bound feel. The case is lightweight, sturdy and doesn't add a lot of necessary bulk to your device, making it easy to transport, or use while lounging around.

The DODOcase is available in multiple colors and for a variety of tablets including the iPad, Nexus 10 and Kindle Fire HD. You can even design your own iPad mini DODOcase, or add a customized foil stamp.

Skech's new SkechBook for the iPad mini looks like an "artist's sketchpad", but it's really a durable case to protect your tablet. The case also doubles as a stand for reading, typing or watching movies. It weighs a little over 5 ounces and features a “split-back” design with wake magnet and a hole for the camera. The rigid frame makes it easy to slip the mini in and out, and its hard shell will protect your tablet from bumps or falls. The SkechBook website shows it in five different colors, but the official Amazon Webstore only offers it in black. The SkechBook for the iPad mini is $35.

Skech also offers cases for other iOS devices such as the Flipper and the Fabric Flipper for the New iPad, plus various iPhone 4 and 5 cases. The website also lists an iPad mini Flipper case and Anti Glare screen protector, but they do not seem to be available at this moment.