Hard Candy Review and Giveaway

Changing technology is something the world is accustomed to. Developers are always coming out with the latest tool or electronic gadget to make our lives easier. iPads are truly changing the world and they are now a way of life. We check our email on them, read the news or a book on them, listen to music, play games, and more. Now some schools across the country are loaning iPads to students so they can read their required text-book readings on them. Just like we care how our computers look, why not make your iPad stylish too?



Hard Candy Cases offers stylish and premium cases for the iPad 1, iPad 2, iPod, iPhone, Macbook and tablets. Whether you're looking for a black squish skin case for your iPad, or a bubble slider soft touch case for your iPhone, they have you covered. I love that the cases are fun and come in many different colors. A Hard Candy case would make the perfect gift for someone who has just purchased an iPad or iPod.

I was sent 3 different cases for my first generation iPad to review. I received a pink bubble sleeve, a pink sleek skin case, and pink squish skin case. I really like that I'll have different styles of cases to switch my iPad around in. Variety is the spice of life, right? I think I might have overdone it on every case being pink, but I do love the color! :)

Pink Bubble Sleeve case:

Hard Candy's signature bubble design on a deliciously styled, premium protector. The molded EVA-foam iPad 2 case features fitted rubber bumpers, keeping your iPad 2 (or iPad 1) in place while you navigate its Multi-Touch display. And the Bubble Sleeve's soft interior lining saves your iPad 2 (or iPad 1) from harsh environments.

Features
•Fits the Apple iPad 2 and the Apple iPad 1
•Sleek, molded exterior that's still soft to the touch
•Shock absorbing rubber bumpers to stabilize and protect your iPad
•EVA-molded, rigid case provides more secure protection than a neoprene sleeve
•Zippered case allows use of your iPad in or out of its sleeve
Hard Candy's signature bubble design on a deliciously styled, premium protector. The molded EVA-foam iPad 2 case features fitted rubber bumpers, keeping your iPad 2 (or iPad 1) in place while you navigate its Multi-Touch display. And the Bubble Sleeve's soft interior lining saves your iPad 2 (or iPad 1) from harsh environments.

Features
•Fits the Apple iPad 2 and the Apple iPad 1
•Sleek, molded exterior that's still soft to the touch
•Shock absorbing rubber bumpers to stabilize and protect your iPad
•EVA-molded, rigid case provides more secure protection than a neoprene sleeve
•Zippered case allows use of your iPad in or out of its sleeve

This case is great! It's the perfect size for fitting in my purse with no problems. The color is bright and vibrant and pink is always such a fun color. The material of the case is rough, which means it's durable and can protect my iPad from damage and scratches while inside. The bubbles on the case add an element of fun. My iPad fits perfectly inside and the rubber bumpers on the 4 walls help keep it in place. The zippers on the case close and open easily. Usually I don't take my iPad out of its case when I use it so I can prevent fingerprints on it etc. The iPad is easy to use when inside the bubble case which is nice. Some cases make it The only two things I wish this case had was a pocket inside, and cut outs on the outside of the case for access to charging it.

Sleek Skin case:


The Hard Candy Sleek Skin iPad Case is constructed of exceptionally shock-absorbing TPU rubber that won't stretch or surrender. This iPad case's integrated screen cover snaps onto the front or back of your iPad when not in use, making the Sleek Skin iPad case the most versatile choice in functional iPad protection.

Features
•Form-fitting rubber iPad case - better protection, less stretching, and easier cleaning than silicone
•Snap-on integrated screen enclosure
•Full access to all media controls while in the iPad case

This case took me a minute to get it on my iPad completely because I wasn't used to the rubber. I like that the rubber is extremely durable and keeps my iPad secure and free from damage. It wasn't as hard to take the case off as it was to put it on. I've had silicone cases before and the silicone got really nasty and gross, so I'm happy that the rubber will be easier to clean. This is the first case that I've owned that has a screen protector which is really nice. The screen is so susceptible to fingerprints, and dirt and dust, so it's great that someone took that into consideration and wanted to protect the screen too. When you want to use the iPad, just simply peel back the screen protector to have access. When you're done, put the protector back in place and your iPad is protected again. I like that there's access to full media controls so I don't have to take my iPad out of the case to charge it. The case is too big to fit in my purse for everyday use, but it is perfect for throwing in my suitcase if I'm traveling somewhere.

Squish Skin case:


More protective than bubble wrap and way more fun, the Squish Skin iPad case delivers noticeably outstanding and unique protection for your iPad. The snug, form-fitting silicone skin resists impacts by utilizing air-filled chambers just below the surface of the iPad case.

Features
•Form-fitting silicone provides precise fit and maximum protection
•Air-filled chambers deliver extraordinarily unique cushioning
•Full access to all media controls while in the iPad case


This case is probably my favorite. It has an extremely snug fit to the iPad protecting it 100% from any damage and impact. I love the squishy feel of it and I find myself playing with it constantly, lol. It's a very unique material. If I accidently happen to drop my iPad while it is in this case I won't have to worry because any impact will be protected since it is so durable. The color of the case is bright and vivid and I really love it. Like the last case, since this is also silicone it took me a minute to properly fit it on. Once the case was on though I didn't have any other problems with it. I do wish it had a screen protector too. I like that this case allows full access to media controls too. It's a pain to take iPads out of their cases to charge. This case is also too big to fit in my purse but would be good to bring with you to travel with if you're flying or driving somewhere.

Thanks to Hard Candy my iPads will be constantly stylin'!

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