Can you easily hold the ipad mini to take pictures or videos while it is in the folio? And has anyone notice if it protects from drops?
262344
Pictures in folio mode is a no go, but I don't have any problem with taking pictures with the keyboard out or just flapping down. Dropped it once, caught in mid air and folio popped oped and Ipad flew out onto the floor. Folio just protects from every day use but not hard use.
262345
You have to hold the folio open but it is not a big deal. Taking pictures with any tablet is a bit more difficult to hold still because of their size. It looks like it offers good protection but I have not dropped mine.
1578491
I have had NO PROBLEMS with it---I really enjoy this case/keyboard---- I give it A++++- The camera works great in the case---and with one touch of the screen, the camera turns around and takes a "selfie"----Hope this helps you.
301403
No, it's not meant to slide in and out easily. But, I have mastered folding the case back and holding it to my ear. I really love this case. I have dropped my phone several times and it's been fine. There's no problem taking a picture with the case on either. I really like mine.
881261
No, this one works on the bigger iPad series. I wouldn't recommend a folio at all. There are many options around that would include a non slip back for the mini and a keyboard (logitech, I think) that has a mini size keybard that attaches like the smart cover and folds for carrying.
1618168
Yes and yes. I've taken video and pictures with the case on. And I have the iPad 2 :) great case!
824751
Haven't used it on retina mini but works fine on my mini with pictures. Not so sure how fast it would be with video. I have not tried it grabbing a lot of pictures more then ten at a time. A good feature is the pictures you download can be deleted from your iPad where as the ones you transfer from your computer cannot be done easily.
996773
Hi Alex, it is fantastic... I love it in my car (Mini Cooper)... the only thing is, because the ipad fits in nicely it can rattle a tiny bit. So, what I did was I bought those felt stick on pads (you know, those tiny little things) and put them on the mount for the ipad to rest against. now, it is as snug as can be and is perfect! It is, WELL worth the money
962052
It can hold it but not very well. It is really too big for the mini. The part that holds the ipad is only 8" long as it rests. You have to spread it out against the tension of springs to fit your ipad (9.5" long) and hold the ipad in place.
1365712
To use the camera, I fold over the front cover and put the tung into its slot. This puts the case into the normal "stand" position. The camera is exposed, no hindrances to its use. The way the front folds makes a nice hand hold for when taking pictures.Not sure how to describe this, but I have no problems taking pictures with this case on the iPad. But remember that I have the tung in the holder, the case setup for sitting on a table. If you just open the cover and fold it over it does cover the camera.Robert
1406972
It isn't particularly hard to take it out and take a picture but it is an annoyance. Not a deal breaker for me though because I don't take a lot of pictures with my iPad. Hope that helps.
1416228
It seems to hold the iPad Mini securely. We have not had any trouble with it slipping down, either in flight or with rough runways or firm landings.
1234731
It detaches very easily because it is only held in place by magnets. However it is very awkward to try and use the case with the iPad in the portrait orientation. Hope that helps!
1276916
I would not advise buying this product. There Is not a hole for the rear facing for the camera and nothing to secure the ipAD. It will fall out an crash to the floor.
570413
I have an iPad 3 and can take photos/videos with the case on. In fact that is why I bought the case. It is very easy to use to take photos and to just use the iPad. I love having the strap when taking photos while on tours/vacation. The strap makes it so easy to carry.
886503
Certainly, you can use the camera while the device is in the case. No obstruction whatsoever from the case. I must say that it is also a firm exterior which will not bend or allowing anything to penetrate causing any damage to your kindle device. I am certainly happy with it. Another good feature it has is it is able to stand when folded giving you a really good view of whatever you're looking at. Great buy and the price was right..
2201576
Mine case is on right and my camera hole is lined up. I never use my iPad to take pictures though as I have a small Cannon and larger Nikon that have great zooms on them. I'm sure I could take a pic with this.
1245271
There is a camera hole in the inner casing. Just unsnap the inner casing from the zippered casing, tap the camera app icon on the iPad mini, and you're ready to snap pictures.