Simple yet versatile and intuitive to the max, modern in decor and custom fit for your iPad Air 1st Gen; This is the Ultimate Case with built-in Rear 1/4 20 Tripod Mount Adapter. Just simply place your iPad into the metal frame and close the hinged cover and lock it with the key. It boast a black powder coated finish with shiny 33 degree bezels on the inner portion of the case. We carried that same look along into the home button bezel and the front side camera hole bezel. This gives it a very nice touch, that we think you will come to find attractive. We added soft rubber padding to the interior frame for the ultimate protection while the iPad is resting in the case. This prevents any damage or scratches that could ever occur. For security reasons we also added a keyed locking mechanism to prevent your iPad from ever coming out of the case and/or easily being stolen if you were walk away from it. There’s a 1/4-20 female threaded hole on the back side that beautifully blends into the rear of the case. This provides you with a rock solid connection between your tripod and the mount. No shaky videos, no blurring photos and NO cheap plastic only high quality products at affordable prices. Easily mounted onto ANY Standard Tripod, Light Stand, Camera Tripod or basically any tripod accessory that uses 1/4-20 threads. Retrofits all other major brands such as Monfrotto, Silk, Velbon, Razorfish and more so you can use it on all your favorite accessories. Great for so many things like: Sports, Teachers, Coaches, Golfers, Displays, Trade shows, Kiosks, Business, Home, Real estate Agents, YouTube Reviews, Photography, Movie Makers, Amateurs and much much more! Unique in it’s low profile lightweight design, quality metal frame, super versatile and providing you the best satisfaction of knowing your expensive iPad is safe and secure.