How is the case held shut? I am looking for one with a magnetic or snap closure.
2045065
The magnets turn the screen on and off as they should, and the case is held shut with an elastic strap. It's very secure. I've had a similar case on another iPad for more than a year now with no issues.
2045066
Correction - The case is NOT an auto-shut case. I forgot the "NOT" in my response yesterday.
2045067
See the black strip across the gray on the picture where the stand is open, that is an elastic band that pulls around the case to keep it closed. Works fine.
2045068
That elastic band I talked about in my review, were I had no idea what it was for...well that's what it's used for, to secure the case closed. Basically, it's an elastic band that's attached to the front, that simply slips over the back portion, thus securing both front and back portions of the case. In my opinion, much nicer than a magnet or snap closure.
2045069
It is a auto-shut case. However, the leather case cover is a bit soft with cushion. You need to wrap up the elastic band (it comes with the cover) to the other side of Ipad to close securely. The magnetic of the cover is not very strong to holdup with the ipad - not like the Poetic Slimline Case I 1st bought "http://www.amazon.com/Poetic-Slimline-Generation-Manufacturer-Warranty/dp/B00CW1N6CY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid;=1386527612&sr;=8-1&keywords;=poetic+cases+for+ipad+air" . Good luck.
2045070
It has an elastic band that you pull over the cover. It's very convenient. It also has a magnetic snap but it does not hold it closed. mostly used for shutting the ipad on and off. You would have to use the band to hold it shut (you can see it in the picture) hope it helped.!
1634602
The phone stays on when front is closed. The case does stay closed although I' dont't think it is magnetized. I am very happy with this case and highly recommend it. I use it for my work phone and it keeps my phone protected amd private and it looks professional.
2264539
Just pull the blue piece on the side that holds the tablet and fold it into the case. It snaps shut and holds shut with magnets.
1302938
The cover is held magnetically when it is closed on the screen. However, if you peel it back from the screen it flaps free even if you pull it all the way behind. This is a really beautiful and sturdy case.
1027389
There's a magnet that hold the case closed. I've never dropped mine, but it feels relatively secure.
403680
The cover has magnets in it. I just picked it up, turned it upside-down, and shook it. It remained closed. Hope this helps.
610512
Its a small magnetic clasp. It does not stay closed as much as it should. The case is nice, however, it provides zero protection against drops or falls. Its more of a cosmetic accessory than serious protection.
1543833
It is a magnet, wish it was a snap, I have dropped my phone in the case a few times and it opens and the phone comes out of the case as soon as it hits the floor. Maybe a snap would hold it in better
505671
It stays closed by magnets, which are rather strong. I travel 2 weeks a month for work and take mine with me. Never had an issue with it NOT staying closed.
1058745
That's not a magnetic closure, it basically has a little thing that on the back of the case and u can insert the little flip to close the case. I hope u can understand what I am trying to describe. And since my last case was magnetic closure too, it wouldn't make any damage of the credit card strips :)
1994045
There is no magnet, but it does stay closed, (There is enough leather material between the back case and front flap for it to stay closed).I've had this for a while now and it's the best iPhone case I've owned.
1900079
It has a magnet that keeps the case closed. I purchased this as a gift for someone and she LOVES it! She has had no complaints at all.
1715788
Yes there is a magnetic closure. It isn't "super strong" but it is plenty strong enough to pull the flap down easily and it holds it closed with no problem. I have been using mine for about 5 months now, and I am 100% satisfied with it.
2085011
It does have a magnet closure works great. When closed screen is off using very little battery as it sleeps. When opened it resumes wherever you were. Cover make a nice stand also. Everything I wanted in a small protective case. I have had it since Dec 2014.
1810756
The closure is magnetic. This is better for me since I often fold the front flap around to the back and the magnetic part keeps the flap/cover from just hanging in the way. This is good for games or extended texting.
2211486
Mine has a snap. I understand the snap closure is the updated version. I love mine - it closes easily and stays closed until I open it.
1692788
No magnetic closure. Yes you have to use the elastic band to keep it closed. There is no strap to hold it while using. But it is a very good case. It has a feature that turns it on when you open it. And fits very good.