GEAR4 launches rugged 'Buckingham' flip case for Apple iPad

While tablets may not be as popular nowadays compared to a few years ago, they are still totally relevant devices. Even as large-screen smartphones gain in popularity, some consumers still enjoy owning a tablet too. For instance, I own an iPhone 6s Plus, but I absolutely adore my iPad mini 4; my Apple tablet gets used every day.

If you are the proud owner of an Apple iPad, and you want to protect it, there are countless cases available. Today, GEAR4 announces yet another, and it hopes it will grab some attention in the crowded market. The rugged "Buckingham" flip case is available for iPad mini 4, Air 2, Pro 9.7, and Pro 12.9.

"GEAR4 today launches in the United States its new Buckingham iPad TPU flip case range, featuring D3O -- the most advanced shock absorbing technology for enhanced impact protection. The Buckingham case, linked to GEAR4's British roots, combines modern forms and materials to deliver the ultimate combination of sleek protection. The case is available for iPad mini 4, Air2/Pro 9.7 inch and Pro 12.9 inch" says the company.

GEAR4 further explains, "D3O has a unique molecular structure. In standard conditions, the molecules flow freely allowing the material to remain soft and flexible, but upon impact, they lock together to absorb and dissipate the impact energy. This means your device stays safe when dropped. GEAR4 is the first to use an injection molded grade of D3O technology to deliver more impact protection than other leading materials."

The company claims the case's special D3O material is "military grade" but it doesn't share any certification numbers. You can learn more about its military use-cases here. Check out the video above to see the material explained in great detail too.

If you are interested in buying the GEAR4 "Buckingham" case for iPad, you can get it today. Pricing starts at $59.99 for the iPad mini 4 variant, while the bigger models are $69.99. It is only available in black, but there are three trims from which to choose -- blue, orange, and grey.