May 17th, 2013

DODOcase Releases DODOnotes, A Little Notebook For Your iPhone

DODOnotes_iPhone5_6_1024x1024

I like little notebooks. I need a place for my introspective musings. Moleskine notebooks are fine. But now there’s DODOnotes, a clever little notebook *slash* iPhone holder that could soon earn a place in my pocket.

This contraption is from DODOcase, the same San Francisco-based startup that created the make-a-tablet-look-like-a-book craze. DODOnotes costs $13.95 and is available for both the… → Read More

November 14th, 2012

DODOcase Introduces Custom Builder, Lets You Go All Artisanal Bookbinder On Your iPad Case

BrownLeat-Red-Red-Cubes-DE

You may not know this but I was an English literature major in college, so books are things I’m fond of. But I’m also a tech lover, so I generally read on either an iPad or a Kindle. Cases like the ones from San Francisco-based DODOcase represent a way to bridge those two worlds, and now you can personalize their products thanks to a custom case-building tool that DODOcase is introducing today. → Read More

November 9th, 2012

Zazzle Partners with Dodocase To Offer An iPad Case That’s Sturdy, Old-Fashioned — And Customizable

DODOcase-1

Custom product company Zazzle just announced that it’s teaming up with Dodocase, the manufacturer behind what we’ve described as “one of TechCrunch’s favorite iPad cases.”

When I met with Zazzle’s co-founder and Chief Product Officer Jeff Beaver a few months ago, he told me that one of the company’s goals is to partner with local manufacturers. Zazzle is based in the Bay Area (Redwood City… → Read More

September 22nd, 2012

DODOcase Releases Handsome Handmade iPhone 5, iPad and MacBook Sleeves

Durables_FamilyShot

The venerable DODOcase is expanding its stately collection of iThing cases to include sleeves. These cases, DODOcase calls them Durables, are handmade in San Francisco and is a departure from the company’s traditional products. But they seemingly have the same heart and soul.

Each case is hand sewn using army-khaki canvas, leather and then lined with a poppy orange felt interior. Plus, since… → Read More

July 31st, 2012

The Redesigned Dodocase Is Stronger, Better Suited For The New iPad

dodocase-1-2

The Doodcase has long been one of TechCrunch’s favorite iPad cases. However, the case’s secret sauce, a handmade bamboo frame, is infamous for cracking on the corners. It’s a common complaint. Dodocase was clearly listening and just released a redesigned case with stronger corners and new features that includes a slightly deeper design to better fit the new iPad. → Read More

December 8th, 2011

DODOcase For The Kindle Fire Is Ready To Disguise Amazon’s Tab As A Hardbound Book

dodocase

The Kindle Fire is a hit. Amazon shipped millions of the budget tabs over the last few weeks and will surely ship million more. But all those Fires shouldn’t go unprotected. Enter the DODOcase for Kindle Fire.

Like the iPad, Kindle and PlayBook editions, the $45 DODOcase for Kindle Fire is handmade in San Francisco using traditional bookbinding techniques. It also features the same bamboo frame… → Read More

October 19th, 2011

DODOcase Adds Monogramming, Auto Wake/Sleep Magnet To Their iPad 2 Cases

dodocase-560-dreamy-5

Dodocase makes fantastic iPad and Kindle cases using traditional book binding techniques and equipment. They’re just great. The San Francisco-based company recently upgraded their offering with several welcomed features. First off, the iPad 2 cases now ship with a tiny magnet hidden in the liner to automatically toggle the tab’s wake/sleep function. This is a feature that Dodocase owners have long… → Read More

June 27th, 2011

Dodocase Puts Out Some J. Crew Exclusive iPad 2 Cases

If you’ve ever looked around for an iPad case, you’ve probably checked out Dodocase. We like this solid, book-like case, and you probably would too. And now there’s a slightly new variety, a collaboration with J. Crew. The primary change appears to be a switch to a more canvas-like material. It’s for the iPad 2 only, so I’m left out of the party, sadly. You can order… → Read More

May 12th, 2011

Contest: Get You A Rex Ray Edition Dodocase!

Did you see that sweet new designer Dodocase this morning, the one with the Rex Ray art on it? No? Well click here then, and come back when you’re done. See, isn’t that cool? You probably want one now. And we want to give you one! Here’s how. → Read More

May 12th, 2011

Rex Ray Dodocase, For Art-Lovin' iPad 2 Owners

We’ve always been fans of the Dodocase, the well-crafted case for iPad, Kindle, and likely some other stuff soon. Their new iPad 2 line looks to be as good as the original we reviewed, but it’s possible that for some, the design is a bit too understated. Solution? Get an artist like Rex Ray to make a splashy, original design for the thing. → Read More

April 19th, 2011

Dodocase Does The BlackBerry PlayBook

You should know the name Dodocase by now. They make one of the finest cases for the iPad or Kindle using traditional book binding techniques and material. Now they have a BlackBerry Playbook version done up in the same classy digs. It’s much of the same with a bamboo frame to hold the PlayBook in place and different color linen linings. The case was under the Built For BlackBerry program… → Read More

March 9th, 2011

Dodocase Outs New Cases For The iPad 2 Including A Swanky Limited Edition

Dodocase is one of our favorite iPad and Kindle case makers and it was only a matter of time before they do up the iPad 2 in their trademark bookbinding style. The standard case looks and costs the same as the original — that’s not a bad thing. But the company also just announced a limited edition for those with a tad more cash available and looking for something truly unique. Both are… → Read More

January 31st, 2011

Giveaway: Win A Valentine’s Day Edition Dodocase

Valentine’s Day is two Mondays away. This means you have about two weeks of procrastination and/or shopping until Sunday, the 13th hits and you’re forced to buy something lame from Sears. Solution: Win this very limited edition iPad Dodocase from us. That way you can either spend more cash on that evening’s festivities or buy Dead Space 2. You’re call. We’re just here to hand out prizes.

Of… → Read More

December 16th, 2010

Review: DODOcase for the iPad

Short Version: The Dodocase is about as close to perfection as iPad cases get. The materials are beautiful, and the craftsmanship is spectacular. It has a few quirks inherent to the materials used — but as long as you know what you’re buying, you’ll be happy. Also, this case could probably get you laid. → Read More

November 18th, 2010

DODOcase Now Available For The Kindle (Finally!)

DODOcase happens to be one of our fav iPad cases and so we’re more than pleased to pass along word that there’s now a Kindle case done up in the same handmade style. The Kindle case is available starting today for $49.95 with a red lining and $54.99 for any other color choice. Just like the iPad flavor, the Kindle one is handmade in SanFran through classic bookbinding techniques and… → Read More

May 28th, 2010

The iPad DODOcase wins our hearts and money

iPad case designers? You’re done. Pack up and go home. We don’t need you anymore. Yup, even you Vaja. The handmade DODOcase just put you out of business. → Read More