iPad + tablet cases

For some reason, I wasn't familiar with Burga, which may actually make the coolest phone cases and tech accessories that I've seen for a very long time. And I've been sharing cool iPhone cases and cool Android phone cases for a very very…

This is a sponsored post on behalf of Google With a new tablet for kids high up on lots of holiday wish lists this year, it's important for parents to ensure that the new device is set up properly. But it's not just about making sure the…

I've been on a search for the best waterproof iPad case, and after a long hunt I've found it! Or at least I hopeI have. So, of course, I had to share it here. Most parents want protective, waterproof iPad cases to protect against spills …

As moms who sometimes want options beyond floral designs or mod prints on our baby gear, we loved the awesome anime-inspired diaper bag collaboration between Ju-Ju-Be and Tokidoki. So when we found out that they're launching a new collec…

Moms have gone from the people who needs help getting the VCR to stop flashing 12:00 (remember that chestnut?) to those digital mavens who can help you get your phone to stop making keyboard clicks every time you check Facebook. We're mo…

If your family is anything like mine, a vacation means loading up all the tech gadgets to keep the troops entertained for the long trip ahead. With spring break right around the corner, and summer vacation on the horizon, here are 6 simp…

I just checked out Logitech's survey that reveals 56% of children are "frequently mishandling mobile devices." That's a nicer way of saying they're dropping them down the stairs, grabbing them from your hands and accidentally pushing the…

H i Cool Mom Picks, I'm looking to purchase the best kids' tablet for a 3-year-old, and maybe one for an 8-year-old. What do you suggest? - Reader, via Facebook. Oh, to be a kid on Christmas morning opening up a brand new tablet to play …

You know how we like the pretty things, mama. We can't help it, we're suckers for great design, especially when combined with smart tech. So we're excited to share some of our favorite stylish tech gift finds this year for that cool plug…

Since we've always loved supporting indie makers and small brands, the entire Small Business Saturday effort, and cool tech...well, how awesome that it all comes together today! If you're supporting the #ShopSmall effort, here are some o…

We've gotten to the point where my kids watch most of their shows and movies on our iPad. The sound is fine when just one of them is using it at a time, but when they're trying to share it -- which is a feat in and of itself -- the sound…

With a bunch of Minecraft fans in my house, and a couple of them with gadgets of their own, I'm pretty sure these new Minecraft cases from Think Geek would be a huge hit. You won't find these Minecraft cases anywhere other than Think Gee…

With terms like workcation trending lately, it's becoming increasingly obvious that modern parents mix work and play and family pretty seamlessly. Or, try to. In fact, Liz and Kristen were just talking on a recent episode of their Spawne…

I got an iPad Mini for my birthday. I want a protective but stylish case with a stand so I can be hands free when I watch a movie. I want something that is going to protect all the edges of the device and not just the corners. -Jennifer …

Watching our kids maneuver their way through all this new tech is a joy. It's just so cool to see how much they're doing and learning on these glowing gadgets. But the other side of that is trying to stay on top of what they're watching,…

If you've got a mom-on-the-go to shop for this Mother's Day, we're so excited that in curating our favorite personalized Mother's Day gifts , we found these cool custom photo laptop sleeves at Snupped. You can choose standard MacBook Air…

When the small tech accessory company This is Ground first launched the Cordito and the Cord Taco -- clever little cord taming leather accessories named for Tex-anything-but-Mex fast food favorites, well we knew we liked these guys right…

It's no secret that we're way into the indie designer bag and accessory label Hayden-Hartnett . And with their new Spring 2015 colors for the Mission Tablet organizer , we can definitely add one more thing to our ever-growing H-H Obsessi…

When I read "Designed and made by perfectionists" at FeelFeltLt , I knew I had landed at the right Etsy shop. And when I perused through their selection of wool gadget covers, I knew they weren't just tooting their own horn. Each gorgeou…

We've found cool iPad cases made out of everything from felt to leather to industrial strength NASA mystery metals. But maybe never one made out of paper. That's the Papernomad iPad and iPhone cases . It's not just they're sustainably ma…

When it comes to the Super Bowl, half the fun is cheering for one team and trash-talking the other. And with all the hashtag wars and pseudo scandals swirling this year, Super Bowl XLIX this Sunday is gearing up to be flaming hot. If you…

I've seen a lot of leather iPhone cases, and while I love the look of them, I've been leery about sticking my beautiful iPhone on one. What if it's not sticky enough and my phone crashes to the ground? What if it's so sticky that it gets…

For those of us with slippery fingers, a raised keyboard on our iPhones like the Typo2 keyboard case can be a huge sanity saver. But at CES 2015 earlier this month, they previewed their new iPad Air and iPad Mini keyboard case, which can…

We're so excited to start sharing our Editors Tech Picks of 2014, all week long. Starting with those cool tech accessories we're all coveting around here. Because as much as we love (as in, love ) our tech gadgets, we might just be more …

We have covered tons of gorgeous mobile phone and tablet cases on Cool Mom Tech over the years, many of which I covet. But I'm really in love with pretty much every leather gadget case on the Looptworks site, not only because they're bea…

Whichever case you're currently using to cover your smart phone--even one you bought yesterday--well, I think you might just need a new one. (Sorry about that.) Because I just found Getincased , a premium custom case and accessories comp…

The folks at Safari Cardboard captured our attention ages ago with their now ubiquitous (yet still appealing) cardboard taxidermy in one of our gift guides, followed by their cool gift boxes , and eventually cardboard holiday wreaths . A…

Call Bear Grylls, people, because my iPad mini is ready for any crazy, backwoods adventure he might be going on. That's because for the last few weeks my tiny tablet has been rocking ZAGG's Rugged Folio for iPad. Bring your apple juice s…

If you're starting to think back to school shopping (we sure are), you have to check out this cool Composition book iPad Cover that combines the traditional with the future. Honestly it's more like a sleeve, but I love how it looks, how …

If you thought that encasing your tablet in an Otterbox case was like giving it a bulletproof vest, the new Otterbox Agility System is sheathing it in an entire Iron Man style exoskeleton armor system. (However it does not come with Robe…

The smartphone and tablet Otterbox cases have always provided great protection for beloved gadgets, but they haven't always been the most fashionable, if I can be totally frank. And hey, no shame in admitting we like stylish cases. So I …

If you're looking for a sweet Father's Day gift (you are starting to look, right?) for a cool, stylish, gadget-loving dad I think I've found just the thing. Now on sale for a sweet 40% off at Nordstrom, the Burberry iPad Mini case jumped…

With summer unofficially here (and can I get a big amen to that?) it's the time a fashion-conscious techie's mind turns toward other pursuits. No, not getting off the iPad; I mean finding a more summery case for toting that bad boy aroun…

Not every guy wants a slick, board room-ready, fancy European looking iPad case. I know quite a few who would appreciate something a little more rugged. More defiant. More ironically low-tech. For him, consider the Upcycled Mail Sack iPa…

We're all for having fun with our gadget cases, but some occasions demand more sophistication than playfulness. Lucky for us, one of our faves, Mujjo , has launched two new collections of beautifully handcrafted cases and iPad sleeves th…

O bsessed with Pinterest as we are? Follow us ! Then check out these 5 awesome tech pins, plus all our daily picks from our own site and around the web. 1. Isn't this IT Crowd shirt the best ever? 2. These Minecraft creations are pretty …

Riddle me this, Miss Drew: what looks like a book and feels like a book but is actually thousands of books? Oh... you already solved it by reading the title. Well, you'll never guess how pretty this handmade e-Reader cover is on the insi…

In honor of St Patrick's Day, we've rounded up some very cool tech accessories in very cool shades of green. In fact, they'll look chic long after the green beer specials in your local tavern are mercifully gone. We recently featured the…

So I'm aware there are actually splurgier tech accessories than this stunning Christian Louboutin iPad case but uh, did I mention it's stunning? And splurgy? And also stunning? Not that I expect to own this at any point my lifetime, so I…

You know what I love? When the company that made my very favorite gadget case whips up a special, vintage-inspired, bright red iPad case just for Valentine's Day. (Also known as Honey, You Shouldn't Have, But I'm Glad You Did Day.) I'm d…

What do you get when you marry soft German wool felt, smooth Italian leather, and sophisticated design? A handmade gadget case that looks like Tom Hiddleston sounds when taking a break from The Avengers to read She Walks in Beauty by Lor…

While I am far from a germaphobe (my babies' pacifiers were rather cozy with my pant legs) I do recognize that gadget cleaning should make it onto the to-do list, especially considering phones are pretty much the germiest things in the w…

As much as we adore our tablets and smartphones, we might be even more excited about some of the gorgeous, chic tech accessories that we rely on to keep them protected and keep us wired in style. Here as part of our Best Tech of 2013 ser…

We're excited to launch our annual Editors' Best of the Year series, featuring our very favorite tech picks we've come across in 2013. There was no submission process, no "vote for me" component--just the stuff we love. And so we start w…

After my kids commandeered the so-called "family iPad" that was our holiday gift two years ago, I admit I've been pretty stingy about putting kids' apps on my own iPad Mini . Not that that's kept my kids from asking to play with it. But …

All of those laptops, tablets, e-readers, and smartphones that are destined to be holiday gifts--they're going to need protection. And I love caseable as a one stop shop for cool handmade-in-Brooklyn sleeves, pouches, and cases to protec…

Next up in our 2013 guide to holiday tech gifts, stylish tech gifts for your favorite fashionista. And let's face it, aren't all of us pretty much going for geek chic these days? We love these gift ideas for their blend of high style and…

I went to Uganda last year, and I nearly lost my iPhone in the Kazinga Channel. I was paying too much attention to a hippo. My stomach still does a flip when I think about it, but I learned an important lesson: Extreme conditions call fo…

I went to Uganda last year, and I nearly lost my iPhone in the Kazinga Channel. I was paying too much attention to a hippo. My stomach still does a flip when I think about it, but I learned an important lesson: Extreme conditions call fo…

I love my e-books, thanks to their portability, affordability, and my habit of buying the next book of the series at 3 a.m., when all real bookstores are closed and I just have to find out what happens next. But I miss the solid feel of …

Don't worry about your e-reader, smartphone, or tablet: The narwhal will keep it safe. Or Harry Potter, Doctor Who, or a very fuzzy but territorial shark. The gadget cozies from Life Geekery on Etsy are made by a husband and wife team in…

So, we could have the discussion about whether The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein was your favorite story from your own childhood (like me) and taught you all about love and sharing and selflessness; or whether you see it as a misogynis…

If I ruled the world, our Bastille Day gift to all of you would be free tickets to Paris. (Cool Mom Tech community reunion, with smartphone photography walking tour, whoo!) Since that's not an option though, I found this cool case that c…

Obsessed with Pinterest as we are? Follow Cool Mom Tech for cool (or geeky-cool) finds like this every day. 1. We are all seriously coveting this cool iPad case found on Etsy. 2. Anyone who has family photos from the pre-digital film day…

While we're not big on recommending that you should run out and get a shiny new iPad for your toddler, there are plenty of kids' tablets that make sense and even opportunities to pass on hand-me-down tablets when you upgrade your own. In…

Last year we discovered the fabulous handmade iPad and laptop sleeves from Mujjo , a neat little Dutch company, and I have to say, I've had them on the brain every since. Something about the combo of natural wool felt and leather is just…

With Father's Day coming up June 16, we're already looking for some of the coolest tech gifts for dad. Since I've always had a heart for handmade, I'm loving the idea of bringing both sensibilities together with these great-looking leath…

My girls and I have taken to watching movies from Hulu or Netflix on my iPad in bed on weekend nights, which may be one of my new favorite routines. But honestly, the little built-in speakers when you're watching a big action adventure l…

Considering that moms have taken over the consumer tech world (it's true, we have), it's not surprising that now the popular parent and baby brands have jumped into the fray with tech accessories. They don't all do it well--but one mom-f…

As I find myself stuffing more and more gadgets into my handbag while still carrying everything my kids need, I realize that maybe the gigantic tote bag isn't the way to go. And these new, swanky laptop cases might have just sealed my br…

If your kids got some shiny new tech over the holidays, you probably want to protect their expensive playthings with something reliable, strong and sturdy. What could be better than Totoro? Ok, so maybe Hayao Miyazaki 's beloved animated…

If your kid, like so many this year, was lucky enough to score an iPad Mini over the holidays, we've got the very case to protect it. That is, if it doesn't get you first. This felt Zombie iPad mini case from Etsy's Hooby Groovy, who als…

Go on and hate me: I received a new iPad Mini for Christmas. But it looks so naked and fragile, just sitting there. So I've been scouring Etsy for the perfect handmade case, and whether you like feminine and pretty or sleek and solid, tu…

Not everyone needs mega protection for their devices. If you're getting new tablet or phone this holiday like zillions of other people, a sleeve is all you need for easy access, basic protection, and well, style. And these eco-chic handm…

Are you following us on Pinterest ? Come join us, and check out great finds like these every day. 1. One of our all-time favorite photo apps is now free. Hooray! 2. Yes, we know it costs more than the iPad it carries, but wow, this case …

Now that November is well underway and the iPad mini is generally available, my Twitter feed has been increasingly populated with tweets about how cute it is, its speed, its handy size...It's an Apple product. You know the gist. For the …

With the holidays coming up and tech on so many people's lists, I love seeing the number of high-end designers who have really taken the plunge into tech accessories over the last few years. When you carry your phone around more than eve…

I admit that half the fun of owning Apple gadgets is accessorizing them. So leave it to flash sale site Fab.com to feed my obsession, with an entire week-long shop dedicated to iPhone, iPad, and iPod lovers like me. And not surprisingly,…

I'm not fancy. If I'm in a hurry, particularly if I'm flying somewhere and need to get to the airport pronto, I've been known to jam my laptop into my raggedy backpack and stick my iPad in a plastic grocery bag. (Don't tell anyone!) Havi…

We're upgrading to the new iPad and thinking about passing along our second-generation iPad to our kids. Do you have any suggestions for kid-friendly cases? -Krissy Hi Krissy, lucky you for getting a new iPad ! Your kids are probably alr…

Last year, the sigOth, expert of diving in the hotel pool with his phone still in his shorts pocket, invested in a LifeProof iPhone case , much to my delight. Especially last month when, once again, he dove into the hotel pool with his p…

Based on how well she takes care of her Nintendo DS, my tween's future electronics are going to need to grow some thick skins if they are going to survive living with her. So if you have a kid who has been handed a precious iPad for her …

I've seen my fair share of gadget skins and smart phone covers, and I definitely have my favorites. But when a company gets a hearty recommendation from a friend and our own trusted designer , then I know it's worth checking out. And tha…

Every year during the back-to-school season, I can't help but get nostalgic whenever I see those black and white composition books. Which is probably why I buy a bunch, and now have a stack in my closet. Well, now I can feel that way eve…

As someone who walks around with a Kindle, iPad, or MacBook Air in my bag on a daily basis, I'm a big fan of gadget sleeves, like these stylish ones that are perfect for fall. You'll find a Stash Bag gadget cover for almost every kind of…

You know where you should put the fastest, fanciest, lightest modern laptop ever invented? In an two-dimensional envelope that looks like it popped out of the original Donkey Kong. Just for the irony. Whether you're a fan of the perfect-…

Along with all those things I can't leave home without, my iPad is at the top of my list this summer. But, since I don't want to add more bulk to my overstuffed bags, I'm digging this slim and clever sleeve stand that gives my precious c…

I have no idea why it took me so long to make the big move from the iPad touchpad keyboard to a real live tactical keyboard, but I finally did. And wow, what a difference it makes when the keyboard is as great as this one. The Belkin key…

If you've got a laptop and a seat at Starbucks that should have a brass plaque with your name on it, then this Kate Spade laptop case is right up your alley. I love the "Out of Office" Laptop Sleeve which is the perfect cheeky message in…

I think it's pretty well-established at this point that I'm a fan of fashionable tech , and the same goes for cases for the popular new Kindle Fire . I use any excuse possible to accessorize my gadgets with beauties like this Van Gogh iP…

Since the second I brought my MacBook Air home, my husband has had one steely eye set on it. Probably two. So I am seriously considering make myself wife of the year, and getting him one of his own for Father's Day. But if I do, I'll be …

Apparently my own mom knows how much I love my iPad , since she gave me the most amazing gift for my birthday to go with it. My new Haiku iPad sleeve is my new favorite case, made from eco-friendly cyclePET fabric that's made from 100% p…

For those of you who have been lucky enough to snag a new iPad , we know a lot of you have been on the search for a new case for it. We know, because we keep getting all of your emails! Because there was just a slight increase in the iPa…

As much as I love so many laptop bags that are out out there, I love the idea of being able to design my own. And that's exactly what I (and you) can do, complete with an eco-friendly twist, at Rickshaw Bagworks. This San Francisco based…

There are certain colors that never go out of style. And with today being St. Patrick's Day, I'd like to call attention to one of my personal faves - green. Celadon, lime, spring, sea foam...whatever shade you prefer, the many sides of g…

Just when I thought my love for Baggu, one of my fave reusable grocery bag purveyors couldn't get any stronger, they launched to-die-for leather bags . And then, on top of that, they added iPad and laptop cases to their offerings, and oh…

In some relationships, nothing says I love you like some shiny, brand new, coveted tech gadget. I can think of a few women who would gladly trade those flowers and chocolates for an iPad 2. If that's your plan this day, then consider thi…

I love all the flashy, brightly colored, happy gadget cases we're seeing lately, but there's something really elegant about the soothing colors of this line from Cote & Ciel, that just went on sale at Fab.com . The Parisian company makes…

Got a shiny new iPad over the holidays but still searching for just the right case? If you're anything like me, you want something to keep your precious new tech toy totally safe without sacrificing style. Even better: A totally custom c…

Now that we all own a laptop, a camera, a smartphone or two, and who knows what else, we all need great gadget cases. How wonderful that there are so many that our functional and fabulous all at once. For the iPad: Seth Aaron iPad cases …

You know what they say, one man's trash is another... mom's way to carry her most-treasured iPad. Okay, maybe that's not exactly how it goes, but these cool iPad cases are rescued and salvaged from junk yards and landfills all over Ameri…

I love that iPads and tablets have become so essential, that the fancypants high-end designers are now creating cases right along with their fashion accessories. Case in point: this swanky little leather number from a top design house th…

As much as I love all my iPhone cases, I sometimes feel like I'm stockpiling a load of plastic. And while they definitely serve their function, I'm always interested in more eco-friendly alternatives, like these wooden cases. The gorgeou…

When my oldest was born, I remember holding her like she was an expensive, slippery vase that might somehow squirm out of my hands while I was trying to multitask. Maybe that's why I liked wearing her in a baby carrier where she felt nic…

With Fashion Week hitting New York this week, I'm seeing lots of women in teetering heels stumbling through puddles. Fun! An easier way to get stylish this week, is with these sweet designer iPad 2 cases from none other than Project Runw…

Okay, so let's say your older kid has a brand new laptop. And the start of school is just around the corner. When said tween asks to bring said laptop to school you're going to freak out just a little, aren't you? I know I would. The Thu…

I've seen my fair share of iPad cases and sleeves, all of which tend to look like they're holding an iPad. But when I saw these beautiful, handmade sleeves, I actually had to look at the description before realizing what they were for. T…

It's no secret that we're huge fans of designer Jonathan Adler, from his cool baby gifts that we featured at Cool Mom Picks to his swanky charging dock organizer . So I'm not surprised at how much I'm loving his new iPad cases too. The J…

I used to pride myself on my ability to type quickly and accurately, that is, until the iPad came along. As much as I love the device, typing on it sometimes relegates me to the dated one stiff pointer finger technique where I tap one le…

If there's anything to miss about real, live books when you're using your e-reader, it's the flip of the pages, the weight of the hardcover book in your hands, and the cool covers. So while I haven't yet found anything to help with the f…