Targus Truss Case

[jparris1]

I picked up the Targus Truss case for my iPad today. My local BestBuy had them in stock, though they seem to be back ordered most places online. I like it a lot, though not without reservations.

Pros:
Multiple landscape viewing angles
Easy to use/highly functional
Real leather, attractive contrast stitching, feels high quality
Very padded, soft interior lining, highly protective
Handy elastic cord with Leather strip for holding case closed

Cons:
Thick and Heavy (really thick)

In summary this case works great for me, as I carry my iPad in a bag, and primarily use it on tables where the stand functionality is important. If I were holding it in my hands for long periods of time I think it would be too heavy and unwieldy.

Targus has three pics online: http://www.targus.com/us/product_details.aspx?sku=THZ02203US

That's the brown orange. I picked up the Black/Blue at Best Buy. There are pics of it at iLounge: http://www.ilounge.com/index.php/reviews/entry/targus-truss-case-for-ipad/

AppAddict has a video review of it as well. Shows the thickness nicely: http://appaddict.net/2010/08/03/video-review-targus-truss-case-for-ipad/

 

[MacMur]

Is there any way it can be used in Portrait mode?

 

[jparris1]

Not really. It will stand up quite sturdily in portrait mode, but it is straight up and down, no tilt at all. Not really a good angle for anything.

 

[trssho]

Check out my cheezy review here: I like it, and find it more comfortable to hold with the case on.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HCGibUmXZrI