The iPad 4 snuck onto the market alongside the iPad Mini back in October, with many not even realising that an updated version of the largest iPad had been released. The iPad 4 contains an A6X processing chip which makes it the fastest iPad yet, and also has the new Apple lightning connector. This has opened up a whole new market for those looking for iPad 4 cases and we have strived to find the very best selection in the market. All of the cases below are available on our site and you can be taken to the page by clicking on any of the images or product titles.

KeyCase for iPad

The KeyCase is a two-in-one solution which combines a protective leather style case and a built-in Bluetooth keyboard, allowing you to keep your iPad in top condition and also makes using it much more efficient. It has cut-outs for all of the ports and features on your iPad – so you won’t need to remove the case for any reason (unless you just want to, that is) meaning it stays protected 24/7. The keyboard can also be detached if wanted, allowing you to get more comfortable whilst you work. Including with the case is a Micro USB charger which charges your keyboard when the battery is flat – although you’ll get up to 10 hours use from the keyboard before charging is needed.

SD TabletWear Advanced

The SD TabletWear Advanced case is one of the most popular value-for-money cases that we have to offer. Its unique multi-angle stand easily folds away and stays hidden within the case when not in use, but offers a range of comfortable viewing angles for whilst you are using your iPad. Whilst it is not genuine leather, this is perfectly suited to those that prefer animal friendly manufacturing or don’t want to a pay a premium price tag. The quality of the case is second-to-none for the price and is both practical and protective.

ColcaSac iPad Sleeve

The ColcaSac iPad Sleeve gives maximum protection to your iPad whilst it is not in use. Its thick, padded interior gives soft and gentle protection to your iPad 4 but will also withstand a bump, knock or drop should one accidentally be thrown its way. The ColcaSac is a perfect fit for your iPad, ensuring that your iPad won’t slip out at any time. As well as being incredibly stylish, complementing your Apple device, there is also a pocket on the front of the case to store any vital iPad accessories.

Cool Bananas Envelope for iPad

The Cool Bananas iPad Envelope is a more executive alternative to the ColcaSac previously listed. Whilst this doesn’t offer as much protection as the ColcaSac, its professional look and feel will look great in any environment – and it’s available in white, black and brown. Sleeves or slip pouches like this are ideal for those that don’t like a case on their device whilst in use but then like to keep it well protected and looking sleek whilst not in use.

To view our full range of iPad 4 cases, please click here.

There are many people out there looking for a funky laptop case, and you don’t get much funkier than some of the designs from Fabrix.

Fabrix are a top brand that create designer laptop cases that give the perfect fit to laptops and MacBooks, unlike many generic cases. At GearZap, we are proud to be the first and the biggest UK seller of the Fabrix case, a brand that really offer something different in a world of plain black and grey laptop cases, MacBook Pro cases, iPad 2 cases and Kindle covers.

If you are looking for a unique laptop case then Fabrix are definitely the brand for you, with a range of different designs including a funky, checkered design, a retro ‘Space Invaders’ themed case and also many vintage styled cases that feature flowers and birds.

However, there outspoken and ‘in your face’ designs aren’t for everyone; which is exactly why we also stock some of their more classy cases, perfect for if you are looking for a business laptop case.

The Black Suit, Plaid in Checks and Silver Shade designs are perfect for business use, or for those people that are looking for a case that will be subtle and stylish. The Black Suit or the unique Polka Dot style designs are also available as a laptop bag, or more specifically, a 13″ Laptop bag. A few of the designs are also available as a 15″ laptop case, which are expected to be extremely popular.

A round up of the best iPad keyboards

A great way to extend your iPad is to buy a keyboard for it. Whilst some people would say the whole point of an iPad is to shed the bulk of a keyboard by having it on screen, some of the keyboards have been incredibly popular. It’s clear that it’s pretty useful to have the addition of a physical keyboard to complement Apple’s amazing tablet. GearZap has a wide range of iPad keyboards available – here are some of the best wireless and bluetooth keyboards:

KeyCase iPad Folio Deluxe with Bluetooth Keyboard

One of the best selling keyboards has been the iPad keycase folio. This is a unique iPad case, in that it doubles as a neat folio case, but also has a fold out bluetooth keyboard with a stand. The keycase provides a great angle for typing and is certainly easier typing on the physical keyboard than the screen – especially if you are looking to type for extended periods of time. The bluetooth keyboard syncs easily to the iPad, and has a long battery life of up to 100 hours.

Flexible Bluetooth Mini Keyboard for iPad

Another of GearZap’s favourite keyboards for the iPad is the rollable, flexible bluetooth mini keyboard for iPad. As you can see from the picture above, the keyboard neatly folds up, meaning it can be easily inserted in a tab, making it highly portable, especially when compared to other keyboards on the market. The keyboard is well designed and comfortable to use, with silent keys, making this the perfect portable keyboard for your apple iPad.

Official Apple Bluetooth Keyboard for iPad

No list would be complete without the stylish official Apple keyboard for the iPad. With it’s iconic design, the keyboard is superbly built and is worthy of the Apple trademark. The 3/4 size keyboard takes up less space than a full sized keyboard, but is still easy to type on, despite the smaller size. The stunning keyboard is low-profile, anodised aluminium and has highly responsive keys.

If you’re looking for any other iPad accessories, GearZap is the best place to shop with out wide range of cases, screen protectors and iPad stylus.

Why do I need an iPad Stylus and how do I chose the best one?

The best iPad stylus is hard to hard to pick, and it depends on what you want to use it for. Just like trying to pick a good set of pencils for sketching, there are a lot on the market and using the wrong products mean you don’t get the result that you want, or even worse you can damage the iPad screen. There are a fair few different ones available at the moment, and picking a good one for you is very important. You probably already know why you want a stylus if you are reading this, but just in case – a stylus gives you much more accuracy than using your finger on the screen. Whilst not really important for general use, it makes a huge difference when you are trying to draw or sketch on the iPad, something that has become very popular with some extremely impressive results. You can use it for taking hand written notes too, depending on the style of stylus you pick.

How to pick a Stylus

The 2 most popular stylus at the moment for the iPad are the Pogo Sketch Stylus and the DAGi Capacitive Stylus, with the highest build quality and responsiveness. The 2 stylus designs themselves however are very different. The Pogo stylus has a soft tip, making it more comfortable for general use. It also lets you use it from a wider range of angles, making it great for writing and sketching. It does however mean that you have to press harder on the Pogo stylus and may take some getting used to.

The DAGi stylus has a hard transparent tip with a red dot in the center. This is VERY effective at making extremely precise marks, making it very good for sketching. However, due to the shape of the tip the DAGi stylus has a more upright holding position which may or may not affect how comfortable it is for you, and can feel rather alien if you tend to to use a much lower down holding position. Both of these stylus are great for general every day use, and you can see them in action a bit more in the YouTube video.

Both of these stylus are available on GearZap.com, and if you are still unsure about the results you can achieve with one of these then you should look up some videos about iPad sketching on YouTube, they are extremely impressive. Whilst they can both be used for sketching, writing and general use and excel in different areas, it is more important to pick the stylus that you think would be more comfortable for you to use.

At GearZap we have the largest range of iPad Accessories on the internet! We have lots of new and exciting products, but this New Brenthaven 5-IN-1 Case is so innovative that we thought it deserves its own blog post!

We have never seen a case like this before. The Brenthaven 5-in-1 iPad Case is a totally unique design that we applaud for its creativity. Essentially it’s made up of 2 polycarbonate shells. The first protects the back and sides of the iPad from scratches, while the second shell covers the front of the iPad when it’s not being use. The best part is that the second shell doubles up as a 2 way iPad stand – allowing you to watch movies or type more easily. The included car strap allows you to attach the iPad to your headrest for watching stuff in the car.

The perfect iPad case featuring 5 functions in 1 case:

1. Two-sided hardshell protection system provides excellent protection
2. Horizontal viewing stand for watching your favorite movie
3. Strap attachment system for watching shows on the go
4. Typing stand when you nee
5. EZ-Grip™ handle system

The best iPad case in the world would be indestructible, look amazing, be ultra thin and be made of the highest quality materials and do everything you could possibly want whilst making you a sandwich. Unfortunately, that does not exist so the best iPad case varies from person to person, although some iPad cases always seem to rise to the top of the pile. Our best iPad cases are as follows!

OtterBox iPad Defender Case
The best protection around for the iPad, the OtterBox iPad Defender Case gives the highest level of security for your iPad. Drop proof, this case incorporates three layers of hardcore protection plus some advanced features. Stowing your iPad away for the night or for your commute? Simply remove the back polycarbonate cover and snap it over the face for ultimate touch screen protection, giving you full body protection for your iPad! It also comes with a build in stand, so it’s versatile as well as heavy duty. Not only that, it is designed to accommodate the iPad Dock so you never have to remove the case, meaning it is always protected.

Piel Frama Apple iPad Folio Leather Case
When it comes to leather cases, Piel Frama is hard to beat. This stunning iPad case is hand made with incredible attention to detail, ensuring that it is the very highest quality especially when combined with selected grade 1ª leather from individually chosen cows. Quality wise, this is possibly the best leather iPad case available (or at least one of the top few). The folio style of this case allows it to open like a book while providing full protection of the screen when it’s not in use. With a magnetic closure system, this case lets you access the iPad quickly and easily whilst keeping it secure. It also allows access to all of the controls and ports at all times, meaning you have full functionality whilst it is still inside the case.

KeyCase iPad Folio Deluxe with Bluetooth Keyboard – Black
The iPad case that has taken the world by storm, the KeyCase iPad Folio Deluxe with Bluetooth Keyboard is exactly what the name suggests, a case with a fully functioning  iPad keyboard built in. With an integrated Bluetooth 2.0 Keyboard which seemlessly connects with the iPad for quicker and more comfortable typing – this innovative folio case is ideal for people who regularly use their iPad for e-mailing, making notes and writing documents. The clever design of this multi-functional case allows it to protect the iPad, whilst it can easily convert into the laptop style postion. If you don’t need the Keyboard it simply folds behind the iPad and out of sight, and with a working time of up to 90 hours per charge (and standby time of up to 100 days), it won’t be running out of power any time soon.

Macally METROLPAD Clear with Silicone Grip for iPad
This ultra slim iPad case is designed protection without adding any bulk to the device itself. Protecting the iPad from scratches, it features a hardshell back panel and a silicon edge for extra protection and grip.  The frosty coloured matt effect back feels great and allows the Apple logo to show through, while the tough silicone edge holds your iPad perfectly still and protects it from light shocks and damage. The back of this case has four small knobs which stabilize the iPad when lying flat and protect the case from scuffs. Keeping the original form of the iPad, this lightweight case will give you discrete protection for those that don’t want any extra bulk on their iPad.

Marware Eco-Vue for iPad
The Eco-Vue case for the iPad uses eco-leather so it’s eco-friendly! What’s so great about eco-leather? The tanning process used to make this leather uses fewer toxins than traditional leather tanning. This minimizes toxic runoff into the ground and water tables. No chlorine, no sulfuric acid, and no petroleum/chemical based dyes. This is real leather, without the environmental impact of standard tanning and dyeing processes. But that’s not all! This is actually an iPad case that would stand out from the crowd even without being eco-friendly. It delivers 3 soluutions into one case – it has a unique and innovative hand strap design allows you to fold back the cover and securely grip the device during usage – a feature not offered in many other cases or covers. The Eco-Vue opens like a book, and the front cover can be used as a stand. A foldaway display stand is ideal for lower-angled typing or viewing, and rounds out a broad array of features provided in a single case solution. So there you have it, an eco-friendly iPad case that can function as a typing stand, viewing stand and also has support for holding it in your hands.

Introducing the iPad PowerCase with Battery Pack

GearZap is proud to announce a brand new iPad Accessory. It’s called the PowerCase! This is basically a full leather iPad Case with an integrated external battery pack designed to charge your iPad Battery when you’re on the go. It also features a very sturdy iPad Stand which can be adjusted to 3 different angles – so it’s great for typing or watching movies too!

With an integrated external battery pack, the PowerCase for iPad is the perfect solution for people who travel and ideal when you’re using the iPad over long periods without access to power. Just connect the USB port on the PowerCase using a standard Apple cable and the iPad will begin to charge. The external 4400mAh Rechargeable Lithium Polymer Battery is easily re-charged using a computer or USB power socket.

The PowerCase is available to buy from GearZap now!

With the hugely successful launch of the Apple iPad in Sping 2010, we have seen hundreds of cool iPad Accessories trying to fight for attention. There are numerous blogs with Top 10 lists, however many are now a little outdated. This article is a roundup of the Top 10 Best iPad Accessories released throughout 2010.

Best iPad Accessories of 2010!

1. OtterBox iPad Defender Case

Drop-proof your iPad with the OtterBox Defender Series for Apple iPad! This cutting-edge case incorporates three layers of hardcore protection plus some advanced features. Stowing your iPad away for the night or for your commute? Simply remove the back polycarbonate cover and snap it over the face for ultimate touch screen protection. We awarded the Otterbox Defender 1st Place in the Toughest iPad Case review.

2. Power Support Anti-Glare Screen Protector for iPad

Protect your ipad screen from scratches, dust and dirt with the added benefit of reducing glare and fingerprints. Static-cling adhesive film is incredibly easy to apply and leaves no residue if removed. The Power Support anti-glare film uses a special matte finish that effectively reduces glare and fingerprints and provides traction for improved responsiveness.

3. Just Mobile UpStand for Apple iPad

Just Mobile UpStand is the high-style desktop iPad Stand. Precision engineered from aluminum, the UpStand’s supporting grips are finished in rubber to hold your iPad firmly in place and keep it pristine. With solid construction and iconic design, the UpStand turns the iPad into a great centrepiece for any desk. It’s compatible with most iPad cases including the official iPad case too.

4. Ten1 Pogo Sketch Stylus for iPad

Express yourself on the iPad. Fingers are great, but when you need accuracy, look no further than the Pogo Sketch Stylus. It’s ideal for sketching and drawing! Superbly designed using a light-weight aluminum alloy and detailed graphics, the Pogo Sketch features a look that’s hard to ignore. The soft tip glides easily over the surface of your iPad display, Apple Mac/MacBook trackpad or Phone, making it fun and easy to sketch, take notes, or just slide to unlock. Sized for comfort, it does away with inaccuracies common to fingertip-only use.

5. KeyCase iPad Folio Deluxe with Bluetooth Keyboard

With an integrated Bluetooth 2.0 Keyboard which seemlessly connects with the iPad for quicker and more comfortable typing – this innovative folio case is ideal for people who regularly use their iPad for e-mailing, making notes and writing documents. The clever design of this multi-functional case allows it to protect the iPad, whilst it can easily convert into the laptop style postion.

6. CaseCrown Vertical Messenger Bag

This Vertical Multi Pocket Mobile Messenger Bag from CaseCrown is the perfect protection for your netbook or iPad. The main compartment has excellent padding to protect your device from unwanted damage. There is also a number of additional compartments for your charger, accessories and any other extras such as your music player, mobile phone etc. The top has a velcro closure to secure it while providing quick and easy access. Perfect for professionals and students!

7. Griffin PowerJolt Micro iPad Car Charger

PowerJolt Micro delivers the 2.1 amps of power your iPad needs, and for fastest possible charging for your iPhone or iPod. Charge from almost any vehicle 12 volt power outlet. Included dock cable can be used separately to charge or sync your iPad, iPhone, or iPod. To charge other devices, use the cable that comes with your device; just plug it into PowerJolt Micro’s USB port.

8. Cool Bananas ‘BulletProof’ Hard Cover for iPad

The Cool Bananas ‘Bullet Proof’ iPad Hard Case is made from sturdy shock-resistant materials that deliver unrivaled protection for the iPad. The outside is constructed from a crush resistant EVA hard shell, while the inner core is made from shock-absorbing memory foam that absorbs knocks and drops. The durable double zip with rubber pullers make it quick and easy to get access to your iPad.

9. XtremeMac TuffWrap for iPad

We believe this is ‘THE BEST’ silicone case for iPad. Protect while adding grip with XtremeMac’s Tuffwrap case for iPad. Specially designed for the iPad, this form-fitting silicone case shields your iPad from scratches and dings. The tough material is designed so that it gives you full access to all the controls and ports at all times, meaning there is no reason to ever take it off.

10. Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit

With the genuine Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit, it’s incredibly easy to download photos from your digital camera to your iPad so you can view them on the gorgeous iPad display and share them with family and friends. After you make the connection, your iPad automatically opens the Photos app, which lets you choose which pictures to import, then organizes the selected photos into albums. When you sync iPad to your PC or Mac, the photos on your iPad are added to your computer’s photo library.

One of the most impressive and innovative uses for the iPad is the potential for creating stunning artwork and sketches. Several iPad Apps now allow you to replicate different types of painting and sketch equipment. However, if you’ve ever tried sketching on the iPad then you’ll have discovered that a finger is not the best tool for precisely drawing the fine and detailed lines which are needed to create a masterpiece like the Beyonce sketch below (yes this was genuinely drawn on an iPad). If you’re serious about using your iPad to create artwork then you’ll need to buy a decent iPad Stylus. Keep reading to find out which iPad Styluses are best.

Essentially the type of stylus you use on an iPad is very important to the level of accuracy you see on the screen. We did a bit of research to find out what the experts were using to create life like sketches. Surprisingly, there were very few iPad Styluses which are suitable for artwork. It seems that almost everyone was using the Pogo Sketch Stylus or the DAGi Pen shown below.

1. Ten1 Pogo Sketch Stylus for iPad, iPhone, Mac & Tablet – Silver

Superbly designed using a light-weight aluminum alloy and detailed graphics, the Pogo Sketch features a look that’s hard to ignore. The soft tip glides easily over the surface of your iPad display, Apple Mac/MacBook trackpad or Phone, making it fun and easy to sketch, take notes, or just slide to unlock. Sized for comfort, it does away with inaccuracies common to fingertip-only use. This tool has a unique tip, engineered using a proprietary method to simulate a tiny finger tip. As a result it provides unrivalled accuracy on capacitive touch screens like the iPad.

2. DAGi Capacitive Stylus Pen for iPad & Tablet

The DAGi Stylus Pen is designed specifically for capacitive screens found on modern touch screens including the iPad, iPhone and tablet or touch screen computers. The unique selling point of this stylus is a sensitive transparent head which allows you to see exactly what you are pressing – a small red dot also allows the user to see the exact point where the stylus touches the iPad screen.

These styluses are now available to buy from GearZap.com – where you can buy EVERYTHING for your iPad including Cases, Bags, Stands, Docks, Screen Protectors and much more!

Are you looking for a cheaper alternative to the Apple Wireless Keyboard? You might be surprised to learn that the iPad can also be used with selected non-Apple Bluetooth Keyboards.

GearZap sell a wide range of iPad Keyboards, but some of these can be quite expensive. That’s why we’ve searched everywhere to find an iPad Compatible Bluetooth Keyboard that looks similar to the Official Apple Wireless Keyboard but costs less than half the price.

This Portable Bluetooth Keyboard is fully compatible with the iPad. Simplypair the device once and your iPad will auto-connect whenever the keyboard is turned on. Even the shift and CAPS keys work to allow capital letters and character shortcuts – just like your Mac or PC. We tested this keyboard and discovered that even shortcuts like the volume controls work correctly with the iPad, so you could even use it like a media centre.

This iPad Keyboard works excellently when used in conjunction with an iPad Dock or iPad Stand (as seen above). It’s just like a mini PC! We recommend this setup for anyone who uses their iPad for email, making notes or typing documents.