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There are a ton of iPad accessories out there, and some of them have solid green credentials, but none hit quite like this protective sleeve made from recycled movie banners. Created by Aire, a crew of designers whose practice is predicated on saving movie ad banners from the landfill, the iPad sleeve offers a literal interpretation of Hollywood product placement. Billboards are of course......read more
This iPad sleeve from Mujjo's Originals collection is another nice win for Dutch product design. The minimalist design is comprised of wool felt and hand-dyed, veggie-tanned leather, with a simple closure to keep your iPad or iPad 2 snug and protected. An additional storage department offers ample space for plugs, headphones and documents. From the designers: Wool felt is a sustainable......read more
The surging popularity of e-readers like the Apple iPad and the Amazon Kindle has bookworms wondering if the days of the printed page are numbered. But which is more sustainable? Conventional wisdom (and tech research) might have you believe that e-books are the greener alternative, but it may not be so clear cut. E-readers are no different from other handheld electronics – they're......read more
The great-looking DODOcase takes a classic approach to protecting your iPad. Inspired by the design of Moleskine journals, the DODOcase is handbuilt in San Francisco using traditional book binding techniques. It features faux leather covers that fold back so you can stand your iPad and watch videos and a wrap-around elastic strap that keeps it snug when you're on the go. The interior housing is......read more
LA-based Temple Bags make great-looking, utilitarian carry goods from salvaged military canvas. This Repurposed Canvas iPad Case also incorporates brown leather straps and details to nice effect. Besides the padded shoulder strap, handy features include vertical and horizontal viewing stand options and an interior pocket. Guaranteed to beautify over time. ...read more
There's no shortage of products out there to protect your beloved iPad, but the simple, utilitarian Kork may be the coolest yet. Made from bits of recycled cork shaped into a single form, the Kork fits an iPad snug and secure, with cutouts for buttons and inputs. You'd think you could break it in half (like we've done with many-a-wine-cork), but as you can see in this video, the Kork is strong......read more
Offer the gift of protection with the Substrata iPad box, an elegantly crafted hardwood case made from sustainably harvested timber. The handmade box features a hinged lid and interior lever so you can position your iPad hands-free at multiple angles. As a company, Substrata is all about lightening its load on the earth. From responsibly harvested woods and recycled packaging materials, to......read more
Spurning high tech materials in favour of old-school cork, Portugal's Pomm Design Studio delivers this geometrically inspired iPad case that provides abundant protection against the daily hazards of hauling your tablet. The sleeve is molded from two blocks of cork, a design material that gets full marks for being lightweight, shock-absorbent and water-resistant -- not to mention......read more
The intersection of shiny new tech and raw, natural materials is a happy place for us, and this iPhone/iPad docking station by Canadian Etsy seller Living Wood Design resides comfortably in that zone. Hand-carved from reclaimed black cherry wood, the dual dock features raw living edges for that added rustic look. With enough space to rest your iPad either vertically or horizontally and still......read more
From our friends at 11+, this is a beautiful piece that will make you feel good every time you take it out. In their own words: We habitually surround ourselves with functional and practical things that satisfy our need for convenience. Although necessity should be the primary motivation to purchase a product, we believe that a product can also inspire your emotions and bring happiness to......read more
