The iPad2 Air is so lovely, I want to protect it, but I also wanted something that showed it well. I had another case when I first got it because there were very few options then. I saw the Prodigee Twist in Gold & looked at many other gold cases with either clear or frosted backs. I got this because the others had very poor reviews, seemed to be poorly and cheaply made - although considerably less expensive. I went with this one because it seemed to be better quality. I just got it and am very pleased. It looks beautiful. The cut-outs & holes are in the right place. The iPad popped right in. The case rim surrounding the iPad gives a bit less coverage than my Fintie (which was also a fine case). The bezel gold rim is exposed. Hopefully I won't drop it and even if I do, I hope that there is sufficient protection and I do not have a problem. Since I've only had it a few hours, can't speak about durability. The gold back & Apple log show through nicely through the frosted back.