G-mate Tablet Tote - Two Thumbs Up!!!

The iPad accessory market is a relatively young market that is still trying to match how users are integrating their iPad into their daily lives with the form, function and fashion of the accessories themselves. Apple’s other successes like the iPhone and iPod have already been through several generations with each accessory iteration coming closer to fulfilling the user’s needs. One segment that has fallen short of really capturing how the iPad is integrated into our daily life is iPad bags. G-mate was kind enough to send us the all-in-one carrier for the iPad tablet to review.  Read on to see if the G- mate carrier elevates what an iPad bag can be to a new level or joins the rest of them in the land of what-could-have-been.

The G-mate bag is functional and good looking and is MADE IN AMERICA. 

 It is not limited to iPad devices either it works for other tablets as well.  So easy to use you don’t even have to risk taking it out of the case. Keeping your screen pristine!   It has a built in Velcro tab tucked inside to keep your device from accidentally sliding out, while in transit in a horizontal position.

This clear panel feature lets you use your tablet without the hassle of getting it out of the case. Brilliant!  Also it make it easy to sanitize, yet another bonus; a big plus for you moms.  It provides protection from spills or accidental drops.  I must note, that the clear panel when it lays against the tablet screen allow for some bubbles, this may drive some people crazy. It does not bug me, as I think the advantages far out weight this.  When it’s dark I barely notice.  It has innovated generous cut outs. Making charging or other adjustments a snap. Nice!  

The other side of the bag has 2 utility pockets; a half size pocket with a cute zipper sleek pull fob, this pocket accommodates enough to carry your ear buds, charger, pen or maybe a lipstick or two.  At the top of the bag is a deep envelope looking generous sized pocket lined with soft micro-fleece interior with snap fastener that fits perfectly for my apple wifi bluetooth keyboard. Hallelujah! (Note-make sure to turn your blue tooth off in transit as not to drain the batteries) 

 

My wifi keyboard fits perfect in it- Love it!

The tote has two portability options it comes with a side handle and the company includes an adjustable strap too allowing it to become a fashionable messenger bag. The strap attaches to two sturdy outside d-rings. The straps hardware easily clips on and off using a secure swivel hook clips.  If there was one improvement I would like to see the side handle a little stronger perhaps by doubling up the material or rolling the side edges.


Sturdy Swival Clip

 To take it up a notch I was thinking how to pimp this bag out and for those who want to make a bold statement, you could display a screensaver to enhance your bag look ie: favorite sports team, political message, advertising your business, slideshow, the skies the limit.  In the future would like to see g-mate offer fashionable strap choices like zebra skin, polka dots etc.

The outside material is synthetic. I cleaned mine with a damp cloth.  It would be nice if the manufactures could include recommended cleaning methods for this tote.

 The case comes in 5 delicious colors and two styles, plain and faux crocodile.

Mustard  (shown)    Plum,    Sunset Red,    Black     Brown

Faux crocodile color choices are Black or Brown

 G-mate Red Ipad / Tablet Carrier All in One Design

The brochure states they do have some bags that are leather.  You might want to check G-mate site for more information.
http://www.gmatefashion.com/Classic-IPAD-Case-Dept/2/

It will blend in at any club or corporate scene, and is truly affordable it will certainly be a hot item on the market I predict for the 2011 year.

 

Two Thumbs Way Up to G-mate!!

Looking forward to seeing what else they come up with in the future.