

That’s how you know the iPads magnets are doing all the work with the newer model. What’s the point of having a protective case if it increases the risk of dropping it?ītw if you’re wondering how I know about the magnets, with no iPad attached the older model clipped onto my Magic Keyboard and the newer one didn’t clip on at all. Neither the new Magic Keyboard CoverBuddy or the older Smart Keyboard & Folio one would close.Įither way, the older model was much sturdier as it had magnets that clipped onto the Magic Keyboard and kept it on there tightly. However, once I applied a glass screen protector it was game over. This is really weird because that model wasn’t supposed to be compatible with the magic keyboard, although I had absolutely zero issues It closed properly and I had absolutely ZERO issues with it closing even if the keyboard was on top, it didn’t have any gap. The original model actually worked fine (for me) before I used a screen protector.

You’re probably confused as to why I would suggest this over the newer model that was designed to be used with the magic keyboard, but I’ll tell you why.

If you do not utilise a glass screen protector, I would suggest you get the original model (intended to be used for the Smart Keyboard/Folio), even if you have the Magic Keyboard. Whereas the Smart Keyboard/Folio has additional magnets. Magic Keyboard CoverBuddy has NO MAGNETS. I think there’s some real inconsistencies with these cases, which is unfortunate as I love the idea behind the smart connector pass through. The first was intended only to be used with the Smart Keyboard/Folio, whereas the second is intended to be used with the Magic Keyboard. I have received two versions of the SwitchEasy CoverBuddy for the iPad Pro 12.9 inch 2020 model.
