When shopping for a case for an iPad, two of the most common features people look for are protection and whether the case has a keyboard or not. Many people are replacing their laptops with tablets as their main portable device, making keyboard cases popular. In the past, people who preferred a case with a keyboard gave up the option to have a very protective case. Then Zagg manufactured the Rugged Book, a rugged case that also has a keyboard. The case feels sturdy and is made out of polycarbonate, silicone rubber, and stainless steel. The case opens and closes with a clam shell hinge, making it look and feel like a laptop. The keyboard is backlit and the keys are well spaced. The keyboard has a rechargeable battery that has an average two year charge, meaning you will probably upgrade your iPad before you ever charge your case. Another cool feature of the Rugged Book is the fact that the iPad can be detached from the keyboard, without taking it out of the case. This feature allows for multifunction viewing modes. The Rugged Book is already available for the iPad Air, all iPad mini models, and more recently, the new iPad Air 2.
