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Review on Fintie Built Apple Pencil Holder Tablet Accessories for Bags, Cases & Sleeves by John Wei

Revainrating 4 out of 5

This review is in "Book of Essays " style

Love it! Holds your pen and iPad securely. The main benefit for me was that the pen holder is inside, which makes sense right? Why would you want a fragile $100 device hanging separately in a flimsy bracket outside? (But judging by most other iPad holders on the market, only this company has any sense) The space for the small adapter and cover is very convenient as storing it elsewhere can result in loss. The materials are of high quality, both the plastic inside and the outer part of the lid. The shape is precise and looks very nice, and mine looks like a notebook but feels a lot better. The top cover closes tightly. If you hold it in your hands like a reading book, it will need "shrink in" for a few days, after which it will become flat (magazine style). Has two corners when using the stand. One is almost flat, for drawing or writing and maybe reading. In this view, the inside of the lid doesn't touch the table, so it's ideal for cafes and the like. I use it most of the time. There are actually two ways to fold and unfold it. I've only just discovered that. The other angle is about 80 degrees, which is not very comfortable for me. The 45 degree angle works best when you use more technical software like music production, music playback, etc. And even as an alternative reading angle. Basically a situation where you want to put it on your desk and sit in front of it. An angle of around 80 degrees can certainly be used for this, but it's too steep since you're kind of looking at it instead of straight/perpendicular to the screen, which it would be if it was around 45 degrees, which is what I think that is is the appropriate standard. Corner. So the case became my main case/screen protector and I also wanted a kickstand. But given the price and quality of the product, I'm only deducting one star for that. This company makes a different design (with a pencil inside) where the inner lid never touches the desk/table, but then this thing is heavier and thicker (be sure to read about it before you buy). Although this coating adds little to no thickness or weight, which is perfect for me. It complements the design and style of the iPad without sacrificing quality. Overall I'm happy with this product and would recommend it, especially if you use a pencil. Another note (not related to this product): Scratches on the iPad Pencil. as I have discovered, so be sure to buy some kind of screen protector! EDIT: After about 6 months of heavy use the case is still in good condition. However, I have noticed that the pen holder scratches the pen about 1/3 from the tip in the same place. It's not particularly important to me, but it's just worth mentioning. I could use a bit of sandpaper to clean the case at this point of contact, but sliding my finger there doesn't feel harsh at all. The pencil must be too fragile. Perhaps the manufacturer should consider rubberizing the bracket for future models.

Pros
  • Looking forward to it
Cons
  • Security