MOFT has announced the “MOFT Dynamic Folio” that allows you to float your iPad and use it comfortably. The crowdfunding site Makuake has launched a limited-time advance sale, and you can purchase at a discounted price. Here are some impressions of actually using it when combined with the iPad mini (A17 Pro).
This article uses review samples provided by the manufacturer.
“MOFT Dynamic Folio” that can be used to float your iPad
The “MOFT Dynamic Folio” is a case that can be used as a floating stand that can lift your iPad by assembling it like origami. By floating your iPad, you can use your iPad comfortably.
This is a new product typical of MOFT, which has produced original origami-inspired products, such as folding smartphone stands, high-performance stands that can be used as wallets, and stands that can take handwritten notes.
Compatible with iPad models
The “MOFT Dynamic Folio” is compatible with the following iPad models:
- iPad Pro
11 inch, 13 inch (M4)
11 inches (2nd, 3rd, 4th generation)
12.9 inches (4th, 5th, 6th generation) - iPad Air
11 inch (4th and 5th generation / M2 / M3)
13 inch (M2/M3) - iPad mini
iPad mini (6th generation/7th generation (A17 Pro)) - iPad
iPad 10th generation / 11th generation (A16)
Available in three colors: “Stone Gray x Sapphire Blue”, “Mist Blue x Misty Gray”, and “Jet Black”. However, for the iPad mini and for the iPad, there are two colors available: stone grey and mist blue.
This time, we were provided with stone grey x sapphire blue for the iPad mini, and we actually attached it to the iPad mini and tried using it.
Pre-sale available at Makuake!
The MOFT Dynamic Folio will be available for advance sales on the crowdfunding site Makuake from April 16th to May 30th, and can be purchased at a discounted price.
The target amount of 500,000 yen has been attracting support purchases of over 6.8 million yen on the first day of the project launch and over 12 million yen in four days.
In addition, Kickstarter, an international crowdfunding site that was previously implemented, has received more than 26 times its support from its $10,000 target.
The selling prices (all tax included) for “MOFT Dynamic Folio” at Makueke are as follows.
- MOFT Dynamic Folio Mini (for iPad mini): General sale price: 5,980 yen → 5,680 yen (5% off)
- MOFT Dynamic Folio 11 inch: General sale price: 7,880 yen → 6,980 yen (11% off)
- MOFT Dynamic Folio 13 inch: General sale price 9,980 yen → 8,980 yen (10% off)
Advance reviews on the iPad mini (A17 Pro)!
The outside of the “MOFT Dynamic Folio” is covered with MOFT’s own vegan leather material, “MOVAS Leather.”
There are fine unevenness and smooth texture, but it fits in with your hand.
The inside is a vibrant blue. This one has a moist and smooth feel like genuine leather.
Attaching the iPad mini is simple, simply attach it to the camera hole with magnetic attachment.
When you cover the screen, the display will be turned off and when you open the cover it will be turned on.
The design opens the sides except for one side.
The magnetic force that holds the iPad mini is strong, and the iPad mini will not fall if it lightly falls with the “MOFT Dynamic Folio.”
You can still attach the Apple Pencil even when it is in this state, but in this state, the Apple Pencil will pop outward, just like the Apple original Smart Folio, making it a little unwilling to carry around.
By attaching the separately sold Apple Pencil holder “MOFT Pen Slot”, the Apple Pencil can be firmly secured.
Before attaching the iPad, the Apple Pencil holder is magnetically attached to the inside of the MOFT Dynamic Folio.
It has a ruler scale, so it is convenient to remove and use if you want to measure the length slightly.
Put your finger into the notch and the Apple Pencil is easy to remove.
The general sale price for the “MOFT Pen Slot” is 1,480 yen, but you can purchase it at Makuake for 20% off, 1,180 yen.
It can be used in a variety of ways, making it easy to learn how to use it
The “MOFT Dynamic Folio” can be used in more than 20 different ways depending on how it is folded. However, it’s easy to learn how to use it and there’s no need to carry the manual around.
One is how to combine round “o” marks.
It can be used in floating mode that allows you to float your iPad horizontally.
Next, let’s use the short bar icons to match them together.
Can be used in dual screen mode combined with an iPhone. Note that with the iPad mini model, due to size constraints, the iPhone cannot be placed vertically.
Then, use it by lifting up the small tab on the back.
It is convenient for web browsing with the iPad facing vertically.
It can be carried slimly and conveniently floats your iPad
I tried using the iPad mini equipped with the “MOFT Dynamic Folio” side by side with my 14-inch MacBook Pro.
When facing sideways, the iPad mini screen will be higher, allowing you to check the displayed content with less movement of your eyes, and the screen angle is almost the same, making it less tiring and comfortable.
Even if you touch or swipe while the iPad mini is raised, it will not wobble and is stable.
Pin the iPad mini in portrait orientation, making it convenient to display a list of chats and emails and check them while you’re working.
It’s comfortable to use the iPad + keyboard
The MOFT Dynamic Folio is also convenient to combine an iPad with a keyboard and mouse to use it like a mobile office.
I connected Apple’s Magic Keyboard and Magic Mouse to my iPad mini and used it for text input and other tasks.
The moderately increased display height made it less strain on the neck and shoulders, making it comfortable to work.
Check for ease of stains and scratches
To see how resistant the light-looking stone grey MOVAS leather is to dirt and scratches, I carried it around in my bag for a whole week, and used it to check emails at my desk, check materials, and take notes at meetings, just like usual.
There were no noticeable stains or scratches on either the surface or the inside, and I was able to feel the high durability of MOVAS vegan leather.
In addition, we recommend that you gently wipe it with a damp, soft cloth as a care method if it gets dirty.
It is also possible to use disinfectant alcohol if the amount is sufficient to evaporate immediately.
The ability to use disinfectant alcohol is a benefit that natural leather does not have.
Comparing it with the moshi case
The nature of the product is slightly different, but I compared it to the Moshi case I’ve used up to now.
When used as a stand, the MOFT Dynamic Folio allows a hard glass fiber board to be firmly fixed with a magnet, so when tapped while the stand is in its state it gives a more firm feel than the Moshi case, which has a slightly stinging feel.
On the other hand, in the Moshi case, the side of the iPad mini, which is protected, is exposed in the “MOFT Dynamic Folio,” so you need to be careful when it falls.
When working with the screen open with the Apple Pencil attached, the Apple Pencil is exposed in the Moshi case, so you need to be careful when working on a train, etc., but it gives you peace of mind that it is firmly secured with the MOFT pen slot.
Summary: Useful in all situations where the iPad series is used
The iPad series is a device that can be used in a variety of situations, but the MOFT Dynamic Folio seems to be conveniently used in all ways of using the iPad.
If you’re interested in “MOFT Dynamic Folio,” check out Makuake’s project.
Reference: MOFT, Makuake
Source: iPhone Mania
