Can it hold the iPad in portrait mode (vertically) or is it just landscape? If so, how stable is it?
1574589
It is extremely stable. The top part twists around so it can lay flat against the keyboard, but it does not hold the iPad in portrait mode - only horizontally.
2188895
not really - it has nook in the keyboard where the Ipad fits so it balances just fine. I like it. It works well.
1117946
Yes, you can rotate from landscape to portrait. the stand has proven to be very stable.
1747155
Yes it works great in landscape mode. It has gripper strips down either side, so it's pretty secure. I use mine everyday and love it. Every comfortable on your lap. Best stand on the market in my humble opinion.
591408
Landscape, yes. Portrait way, no. I wish it could but no it doesn't. Still it keeps the iPad very well protected from an abusive toddler.�
310538
The ipad mini stands well on the horizontal position, it's great for watching movies or just to leave it like that standing. The vertical position less cool looking but is stable none the less. I had the same concerns as you, but I have had the case since june this year and it works fine.
1067618
Very stable. Ours hangs from the bed headboard and it doesn't really bounce at all when you tap. It is probably most resistant to movement when you have it in a bind. For example, if you crane the neck to where it is under the most tension on one side/compression on the other, it doesn't move as much as if you had the neck perfectly straight. This is true for most things in general though, so I suppose it depends on what orientation you are looking for. That said, it's minimal bounce is perfectly acceptable in any position as a means to swipe and tap around the iPad; I probably wouldn't want to write a novel on it like that though.
598466
The cover is not designed to use as a vertical stand. It does hold up the tablet vertically but with no ability to tilt it at an angle.
1504356
It is not designed to stand in the vertical position. In portrait/landscape position it holds fairly well but it doesn't lock in solidly so a wobbly table or well placed bump may possibly destabilize it. Also the angle is not the best for viewing on average table heights. Lower heights will give better angle.
512029
For me it's very stable. I haven't use outside. I use it in my room. No IPad damage moving around. It's easy To store in short places. For me is perfect.
181073
The iPad, when snapped into the plastic backing case, rotates a full 360 degrees. It can be viewed at any angle. The only limiting feature is if you want to support the iPad with the other half of the Devicewear case. Then it must be either completely vertical or horizontal. Hope I understood your question correctly.
1423769
Yes. You can move the iPad from horizontal to vertical without moving the tripod.
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Hey Amy, the 12 South one will hold an iPad vertically or horizontally. I switch orientation on it all the time. Works great. It has grooves for the iPad mini and interchangeable rubber holders for which ever device you use. I bet you'll like it.
444854
Yes. The iPad just rests on it, so it works in both portrait and landscape.
1261241
If you turn it so that its wider than taller (if that makes sense) you shouldn't have an issue (at least I haven't had one). But if it's sitting the "normal" way (where it's taller) you may have more issues with it falling over. I just use it where it's on its side the most. Most apps will turn with the iPad so there's no big issue
732260
the gooseneck is strong and stable however if you need to angle your ipad downward (my mom is bedridden) it falls off with little pressure. I had to hold it on to the connection pad with rubber bands.
1712411
The case has a horizontal stand...no vertical. I usually just lean it against something....the ipad mini is fairly lightweight.