iPhone 5 Smart Covers

Ever since Apple released the Smart Covers for the iPad 2, people already speculated similar covers for the iPhone 5 will replace the current Bumper cases for the iPhone 4. Apple is expected to release the iPhone 5 with a similar aluminum back as found on the iPad 2, and as we learned from Apple's iPad 2 keynote, they worked so hard to design a beautiful looking device that they did not want to cover it all up. Will we see a new breed of Smart Covers for the iPhone 5? It's definitely a possibility. Apple will want to wow customers with new and exciting accessories for the iPhone 5 and I don't think we will see the famous Bumper case sticking around once the iPhone 5 is released. Those Smart Covers above are just an idea of how they will look on the iPhone 5. I digg them already.

A Leather Smart Cover After Leather Oil Treatment

A MacRumors member decided Apple's color selection of the leather Smart Covers for the iPad 2 were not to his liking, so he decided to create his very own custom color. He used a tan leather Smart Cover and treated it with simple leather oil to darken the color and give it a more traditional brown leather look, just like in the Wild Wild West.

iPad And iPad 2 Comparison (Video)

Here is a great hands-on video showing a comparison between the old iPad and the new iPad 2 shot at the Apple March 2 event. The video goes over the design changes, cameras and the cool Smart Cover. The iPad 2 will be available to purchase starting March 11.

Will The Smart Cover Scratch Your iPad 2?

After Apple announced the new Smart Covers for the iPad, many people are now concerned that these beautiful covers will scratch their new iPad 2. The Smart Covers use magnets to latch onto the iPad's aluminum bezel and because the Smart Covers magnet latches are also made out of aluminum, I could see this being a concern. What many people don't know is that Apple thought it out before creating a product that will scratch your iPad 2 and added little gray rubber pads on the inside of each magnet latch to supposedly avoid any scratching. Will these be sufficient enough though? I guess you will have to find out the hard way or wait for reviews. And of course, we will have a review up as soon as possible!

Apple's iPad 2 Smart Cover In Action

In case you missed the Apple iPad 2 keynote today, here is Apple's new Smart Cover for the iPad 2 in action. Isn't it just brilliant? 

Official Apple iPad 2 Accessories

Besides the new iPad 2, Apple released a few new accessories for the iPad 2. The three most notable accessories include the Smart Covers which double as a stand, a new iPad 2 Dock made specifically for the iPad 2 and a new Digital AV Adapter with a full HDMI output that supports full 1080p HD playback. Although the new Digital AV Adapter came out for the iPad 2, it will also be compatible with the current iPhone 4, iPod Touch 4G and iPad. The iPad 2 will be the only one capable of outputting full 1080p while the rest will have to put with just 720p playback. In addition to HDMI out, you will also be able to charge your iPad, iPhone 4 and iPod Touch 4G using the Digital AV Adapter while outputting content. 

You will have to wait until March 11 to get your hands on these new iPad 2 accessories though. The Smart Covers run for $39-69, the iPad 2 Dock $29 and the Digital AV Adapter will set you back $39 not including an HDMI cable. Now it's your turn 3rd parties!

Apple's New Smart Covers For iPad 2

All new iPad, all new cases. Apple's iPad 2 brought an array of new colored cases this year opposed to the boring black iPad Case Apple released with the first iPad. The new Smart Covers by Apple are a totally new and unique way of how we look at cases for the iPad. The new Smart Covers provide even less protection than the older black iPad Case because of how they work. The Smart Covers are not really cases but covers for the front screen of the iPad 2 but they also double as a stand for typing and viewing movies. They work on magnets and attach to the iPad 2's screen quickly and easily. Not only do these Smart Covers protect your iPad 2's screen, they clean it as well because of the microfiber lining. 

So basically what you're getting using a Smart Cover is screen protection and no back protection. You do however get the ability to flip back the Smart Cover to immediately have a keyboard and FaceTime video stand. To see how this all works out, check out the Smart Cover page. In addition to all this colorfulness we've seen with the Bumper cases for the iPhone 4, the iPad 2 will automatically lock and go to sleep once it's covered by the Smart Cover and will instantly come back to life once you remove it. It's pretty genius. 

Apple did it again with perfect accessories for the iPad 2. You can choose from 10 total colors, 5 being made out of polyurethane (same as the original black iPad Case) and surprisingly enough, 5 leather colors. The poly Smart Covers are priced at $39 while the leather ones will set you back $69. Those are pretty pricey.