5 iPad Accessory Deals: iPad Stands from $7, iPad Sleeve for $0 After Rebate

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While the latest iPad model has proven quite popular — it reached 3 million sales in March — it's also a great time for those seeking deals on refurbished and used first- and second-generation iPads. Apple itself has been slashing prices on refurbished iPads. If you managed to snag either a used or refurbished model at a discount, then we present a roundup of handy iPad accessories that will take you to new vistas of high-tech bliss.

  1. HHI ReElegant Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard Case Cover for iPad 2 or new iPad bundled with a $2 HHI Store Credit
    Vendor: HandHeldItems
    Price: $21.99 via coupon code "ipadalubluetoo" with $5.95 s&h
    Lowest By: $8
    Expires: May 31

    Is It Worth It?: A common lament among iPad owners is that they'd love an external keyboard for greater ease of use: this Bluetooth keyboard doubles as a case and cover. It's made from aluminum and features a built-in Li-Ion battery, up to 55-hour use on one charge, and charges via the included microUSB cable. This keyboard is compatible with both the iPad 2 and new iPad.

  2. Arkon Desktop & Travel Stand for Apple iPad and iPad 2
    Vendor: Shop4Tech
    Price: $7.46 via coupon code "AC17" with free shipping
    Lowest By: $9
    Expires: May 20

    Is It Worth It?: You say you need a stand for your iPad? How about this Editors' Choice deal, then? This desktop and travel stand features folding support legs with non-skid cushioned pads and is compatible with the iPad, Dell Streak, Amazon Kindle, and other tablets.

  3. Rocketfish iPad Fully Rotating Stand for Apple iPad
    Vendor: All4Cellular
    Price: $14.20 via coupon code "May5off" with $2 s&h
    Lowest By: $1

    Is It Worth It?: This rotating stand is perfect for maintaining the pristine condition of your first generation iPad. It features multiple viewing options and comes with small, medium, and large rubber pads, making it compatible with a variety of iPad sleeves.

  4. Synthetic Leather Case with Bluetooth Keyboard for Apple iPad 2 bundled with a $2 HHI Store Credit
    Vendor: HandHeldItems
    Price: $29.99 via coupon code "nbipad10" with $5.95 s&h
    Lowest By: $44
    Expires: May 31

    Is It Worth It?: This deal's a digital treat for iPad 2 and new iPad users alike. This synthetic leather case is made of carbon fiber and features a wireless Bluetooth 2.0 silicone keyboard with a built-in rechargeable lithium ion battery that lasts up to 48 hours. It also features an energy-saving sleep mode.

  5. Belkin Grip Swell Silicone Sleeve for Apple iPad
    Vendor: TigerDirect
    Price: $0 via $10 mail-in rebate with $2.29 s&h
    Lowest By: $3
    Expires: May 30

    Is It Worth It?: This silicon sleeve for the original iPad comes in a multi-tonal wave pattern that makes it as pleasing to look at as to grip. What's more, this fashionable sleeve adds a measure of shock absorption to protect your valuable iPad investment. Note that this case does not fit the iPad 2 or the new iPad.

Lou Carlozo is a dealnews contributing writer. He covers personal finance for Reuters Wealth, and was most recently the managing editor of WalletPop.com, and before that a veteran columnist at the Chicago Tribune.

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weiliwang
I was hoping to see the iPad accessory shown in the link image from the homepage :\ I know I use my iPad in bed often and that accessory would be awesome.
May 17, 2012