For successful professionals and diligent students, it's important to look the part. And nothing says sleek and organized like an orderly folio carrying case for your iPad mini. Here, we're running through our 5 of our favorites, with some of the best iPad carrying cases from leading accessories makers like iLuv, Griffin, Incase and Moshi.

Read on for our tops picks, from relaxed campus style to top-notch boardroom sophistication:

1. iLuv CEO Folio Case

iLuv CEO Folio Case for iPad Mini in Black

With the CEO case, professional get the protection they wat for their iPad mini, as well as everything else they need right at their fingertips. Card slots let this carrying case double as a wallet, and handy organizers, like a stylus pen holder, keep everything in its place.

It's also got a bult-in stand for propping up your iPad mini for easy viewing of documents, presentations and more.

2. Incase Nylon Folio Case

Incase Nylon Folio Case for iPad mini in Black

Simple and streamlined, Incase's Nylon Folio Case for iPad mini keeps you organized without all the clutter.

With three slip pockets for documents and more, and an internal divider that protects the screen, its folio design zips shut, protecting all sides of your iPad mini while traveling.

3. Griffin Varsity Passport

Griffin Varsity Passport for iPad mini in Blue

With bit more of a college vibe, the aptly-named Varsity Passport from Griffin is a carrying case for iPad Mini with a durable exterior and soft microsuede inner lining.

Protected from all angles, you iPad is secured in place with elastic fasteners at the corners. Meanwhile, thoughtful details, like a strategically placed camera hole, make for an over all careful and well-executed design.

 4. Griffin Slim Folio Case

Griffin Slim Folio Case for iPad mini in Black

Everything you need from a folio, and nothing you don't Griffin's Sim Folio carrying case for iPad mini has an ultra-thin yet durable design, with a leather-look polyurethane finish.

It allows you to fully access all ports and controls while still offering the full coverage protection of a folio. What's more, it can fold into a landscape-oriented stand for east typing and viewing.

5. Moshi Concerti Case

Moshi Concerti Case for iPad mini in Gray

Classy as its name suggests, Moshi's Concerti folio case for iPad mini provides superior shock and scratch protection, thanks to its hybrid silicone and icrofiber inner layer.

it's a simple and streamlined folio case that secures shut with an elastic fastener for overall protection. And it easily converts into a multiposition stand that allows viewing from multiple angles. Finally, the Concerti Case's cover features a built-in magnet assembly that makes it easy to use your iPad's auto wake/sleep function.

When it come to taking care of business folio style carrying cases for iPad are hard to beat. They look professional because they genuinely help you keep everything in order. And meanwhile, they give you full device protection while still allowing for quick an easy access. It's that simple.

It's kind of a new thing that people are talking about cell phone accessories, like carrying cases and skins, in terms of fashion and trends. But right now, animal prints and motifs are big. And we've put together a list of our top 5 iPhone accessories in animal patterns, one of the season's biggest trends.

Among the best and coolest in this category are Griffin and Incase carrying cases for iPhone 4S and iPhone 5. It's odd that just two accessories makers made our list, but hey, some brands are just more style-conscious than others. Read on for the coolest skins and cases inspired by the wild kibgdom:

1. Griffin's Moxy Cat Carrying Case for iPhone 5 in pink and Black

Griffin Moxy Cat Case for iPhone 5 in Pink and Black

Definitely designed with the fashionista in mind, this model features a jungle-inspired leopard print in always fashionable black with hot pink accents. Underneath the cool look though, you'll find this case has two layers of protection, all with easy access to screen, ports, camera and controls. Me-ow!

2. Griffin Moxy Python Carrying Case for iPhone 5 in Black

Griffin Moxy Python Case for iPhone 5 in Black

Animal prints drawn from the big cats have always been a fixture of fashion, but more recently snakes and lizards have been a top trend too. Get that cool reptilian look with Griffin's Moxy Python Case with a textured pattern of large, black scales. It's wickedly cool.

3. Griffin Moxy Python Carrying Case for iPhone 5 in Red

Griffin Moxy Python Case for iPhone 5 in Red

For a slightly more delicate snakeskin look, the textured pattern on the Griffin Moxy Python Case in Red is a little more intricate and dainty. Still wild at heart, it combines one of the biggest trends of the season with a hot red punch of color.

4. Incase Animal SnapCase for iPhone 4S in White

Incase Animal SnapCase for iPhone 4S in Striped White

When it comes to the animal print craze, all animals are fair game, and this white Incase carrying case snaps on for zebra-inspired statement. The overall color combo of this wild and stripey model makes for a slightly subtler statement than some of the other accessories in our top 5. So it's a way to rock this trend without making too loud of a splash.

5. Incase Animal SnapCase for iPhone 4S in Red

Incase Animal SnapCase for iPhone 4S in Striped Red

And from there, we go straight to the big guns, with the red-n-red Animal SnapCase from Incase. WIth a bold tiger print, and hot, attention-grabbing color combo, this iPhone 4 carrying Case is not for the faint of heart. Flashy, and wild, it's the epitome of what animal prints are all about.

In terms of iPhone accessories, these top 5 animal-inspired cases are among the coolest and trendiest. But more importantly, Griffin and Incase are both brands we can trust as far as practicality and protection goes. So you can be sure your phone won't just look good, it'll be in good hands.

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Everything has become easier since smartphones, and that goes for traveling too. With easy access to maps, GPS, flight and train schedules, our cell phones, tablets and laptops are now an essential part of globetrotting. But almost as essential are certain mobile accessories that help make sure our wireless devices are always working in top order. The following are Pure Mobile's picks for the 5 best gadgets for travel – don't leave home without them!

1. Backup power

Your phone and tablet are pretty useless if they run out of juice. And not every country has the same type of electrical outlet, so even if you bring your phone charger, you may find yourself out of luck. Be on the safe side and travel with a backup battery pack. Backup power is also great if you're out and about sightseeing and away from an outlet for any period of time.

We recommend Scosche's goBAT II, a high capacity battery backup for iPhone and iPad, or Dexim's BluePack Battery, which works for nearly all devices, from iPhone to Android and BlackBerry.

2. A sturdy laptop bag

If you do decide to bring your laptop or notebook, it simply won't do to just cram it into your travel pack. Instead, invest in a good case or travel bag designed to fit your laptop securely, with extra room for passport, souvenirs and whatever else you may need.

For an over-the-shoulder style, we like Targus' Classic Notebook Case for sturdiness and organization. And for backpacks, Incase's Terra Campus pack offers padded protection for both your MacBook Pro and iPad, with tons of extra storage.

Incase's Terra Campus pack offers padded protection for you MacBook and iPad, as well as super organized storage for anything else

3. A good multipurpose cable

Even with a battery pack, you're going to need a good cable for charging and syncing. We like Dexim's Green Cable Universal, which, as the name suggests works for most if not all devices. Featuring EL technology which reduces power consumption, it not only allows your device to charge really quickly, but also glows while it's charging, to let you know when your battery is full. Neat-o!

4. A wallet phone or tablet case

Especially when traveling, it's nice to have all your essentials – phone, money, and cards – all in one spot. That's easy with a wallet or folio-style phone case. Griffin's Midtown Wallet is the perfect pick for the iPhone 5, with slots for cards and cash, and their Elan Passport does the same for your iPad 2.

Keep your tablet, cards and cash all in one place with Griffin's Elan Passport Case for iPad 2

5. Compact earbuds

If you've ever been on an 8-hour flight with an unhappy baby, you'll understand the need for a good set of headphones while traveling. Earbuds are more compact, and easier to cary around, so make sure you've got a good pair that can drown out unwanted noise, like Beats by Dre's urBeats, which are small and lightweight but also have a super-tough metal housing.

Bon voyage!

We've all been there.

You think you're phone's turned off, or at least in silent mode, only to have your mariachi ringtone go off in the middle of a movie, a speech, or at work.

But unless you've been yelled at by Hugh Jackman, chastised by the President, or have otherwise had your mortification bandied about YouTube, it can't be as bad as these cellphone ringer fails.

Here we bring you the top 5 biggest cellphone interruptions ever caught on film. Some a cringe-inducing and awkward, while others are hilarious, but all pretty epic. Enjoy!

5. Alizé Cornet's tennis match interruption

In a tennis match against Caroline Wozniacki, Alizé Cornet's concentration is broken by a ringing phone as she prepares to serve. The kicker? It's her own!

4. Hugh Jackman freaks at ringing phone during live performance

During a live performance in a Broadway play, Hugh Jackman and a castmate are interrupted by a cellphone. Obviously annoyed, Jackman breaks character and calls out the rudeness off the offender. Oops!

3. Darren Criss' own phone halts live concert

It's always embarrassing to have your phone go off during a live concert, but just imagine how you'd feel if you were the one performing.

That's exactly what happens to Darren Criss in this video of him performing Katy Perry's Teenage Dream. Wait for Criss' reaction at 1:20.

2. Obama responds to "duck ringtone" interruption

It's Obama versus a duck in this one. While giving a televised speech, the President is distracted by a quacking cellphone, and his reaction is priceless:

"Where do you guys get these ringtones, by the way?" he quips as his audience laughs.

1. Best ever response to a cellphone interruption.

This could very well be the best reaction a performer has ever given to a cellphone interruption.

The violinist in this video keeps his cool after being interrupted not once, but twice, by a pretty loud Nokia ringtone. Just watch it, we don't want to give away the rest.