This comes as two pieces, a case that hold the iPad and a separate piece that both covers the front when closed and acts as a stand when open. It's relatively thin which I always like.What is unique is the magnetic back that will hold the iPad on a metallic surface. You can see from the picture that it sticks on our fridge quite firmly so we get that video feature some of the new, more expensive fridges now have. What we need it for, I don't know but with most new things some use will come of it I'm sure.The case is plenty sturdy enough with great corner protection. When the back piece is connected to the front, they both magnetically lock together. Next I'll see if I can mount it in my car magnetically to a holder.