Otterbox Defender for the iPad 2, 3, 4 for $49.99

I had a little mini freakout yesterday, when my iPad 4 fell off my desk at work.  Thankfully, it hit carpet, but that pretty much cinched it for me; I had to get a protective case for it. 

See this?  This is a picture of my old iPhone3S.  Needless to say, I did not get an Otterbox for my old iPhone.  This was the third time the screen shattered (I had the first two replaced, and almost replaced the third, until I finally asked myself what I thought I was doing.) I reluctantly bought my new iPhone 5S an  Otterbox Defender case through this deal here (still live), and I must admit, I'm now sold on Otterboxes.  Those things take a nasty beating and come out swinging.  I've dropped my iPhone on concrete, dunked it in a sink, spilled coffee on it, etc., and it's still as pristine as the day I bought it.  I want to get the same level of protection for my iPad 4.

Amazon has got the Otterbox Defender in black for the iPad 2, iPad 3, and iPad 4 for $49.99 with free Prime/SuperSaver shipping; the other colors are more expensive.  Granted, this is still $9.27 away from its lowest price ever of $40.72, but close enough for me.  The way I see it, this is less than 10% of the replacement cost of an iPad.

It got 4.6 out of 5 stars over 3,867 customer reviews.  FYI, Staples has got it for $93.09. 

• Robust silicone - durable and absorbs impact force.
• Built-in screen protector - simplifies installation, protects from scratches and is easy to clean.
• Engineered design is inspired by the new iPad - ergonomics accommodate natural use.
• Aesthetics - textures and styling in combination with high quality materials create an attractive protective solution.
• Ships in Certified Frustration-Free Packaging.
• Compatible with the new iPad 3 and iPad 2 - the case is a natural extension of the refined technical beauty of the device.
• Easy installation - polycarbonate pieces lock together with obvious snap closing, silicone installs easily over polycarbonate and stays in place.
• Multi-layer case made to withstands drops, bumps, dust and shock.
• Port protection with complete access to all functions through case - blocks dust and debris from ports which lengthens the life of the device.
• Rugged, protective case made for demanding conditions, heavy use and random accidents.
• Screen protector fits flush and flat on the screen - protects from scratches and is barely noticeable.
• Shock-absorbing and impact-deflecting materials completely cover your device along with a built-in screen protector that guards against damage to your touch screen.