Cases

TUAW – The Unofficial Apple Weblog hosted a poll to find out the best Apple iPad case of 2011. TUAW Best of 2011 awards are based on what readers think and truly reflect the popular opinion. Everyone is invited to participate in the polls and choose the best Apple or third-party item, product or software.

The F3 Folio from F3 Designs is a unique tablet hard case made out of a single piece of wood. The new case boasts a minimalist design with classic raw wood veneers finish. The durable material offers enough protection to keep the tablet safe even from the most extreme impacts and drops.

Christian Louboutin Cris iPad Case is a tablet designer case featuring unique striking looks. The exterior of the new portfolio tablet case is made of designer’s signature leopard pony fur. The outside is covered with gold studs, which add sophistication to the design and keep the iPad well protected from minor impacts.

After a rocky end of 2011 that saw consumer interest in a Windows-based tablet drop from 46% to 25%, Windows is fighting back with a planned beta-version February release of their new Windows 8.

Though not even branded yet, the forthcoming Intel tablet PCs are already among the most anticipated product releases for 2012. A few of the tablet’s specs are listed below, and yesterday a few interesting details on the next-generation chip platform powering the PC device were leaked.