Whether your new iPad stays by your bedside or you keep it in your backpack so it can come with you everywhere, it’s a good idea to protect it with a case. That’s an even more crucial mandate if you have kids who love to steal your tablet when you’re not looking. It’s impossible to protect your tech from every single accident or hazard that comes your way, but you can give it a better chance of survival by slipping it into a protective cover. And with so many iPad cases to choose from, you’ll likely be able to find one that suits your needs well. Whether you want the thinnest and lightest case possible or you want a keyboard cover that provides some extra protection, you have plenty of options to choose from. These are our favorite iPad cases that you can get right now.

Otterbox Symmetry 360

ProCase iPad cases

Otterbox Defender series

Apple Magic Keyboard

Logitech Combo Touch

FAQs

Should you keep your iPad in case?

It’s almost always a good idea to keep your iPad in a case so it’s protected against hazards and accidents. The best iPads are expensive — even the most affordable model will set you back nearly $ 300 — so you’ll want to safeguard your gear as much as possible.

What is the difference between an iPad case and an iPad cover?

All iPad covers are cases, but not all iPad cases are covers — yes, it’s a bit confusing, but allow us to explain. Most iPad covers are cases that surround the back of your tablet and have a flap that covers the screen, so it provides protection for the body as well as its display. Plenty of iPad cases also have screen covers, but you don’t have to get one with that feature. Instead, you could just get a case that hugs the back of the tablet and nothing else. Those accessories will be marginally thinner and lighter than their cover-toting counterparts, and give your iPad a more svelte profile.

How often should I charge my iPad?

How often you charge your iPad will depend on how often you use it. Most iPads will last at least a regular work day with frequent usage, which is one of the reasons why many have opted to use their iPads as laptop replacements. But with heavy usage, like constant video streaming or gaming, will come more rapid battery drain. A good rule of thumb is to charge your iPad when you go to sleep each night, that way you’ll have a topped-up device waiting for you in the morning.

This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/best-ipad-cases-to-protect-your-tablet-130033533.html?src=rss
Engadget is a web magazine with obsessive daily coverage of everything new in gadgets and consumer electronics