Been waiting a while to get this and it has finally arrived and the review is done.
Very interesting case
http://youtu.be/0OA1MPmxPwA
Let me know your thoughts
Oli
It does look interesting. You mentioned a link in your review, but I didn't see one. Where did you get it? I did a search and didn't come up with anything. Do you think the magnetism will be a problem? I always wonder about that.
Thanks for all the case reviews! This one does look interesting..
Not bad, a TPU case with front protection, stand, and very thin. I am always worried about dropping it face first with a TPU case and this one solves that problem. But does the magnet interfere with GPS, S Pen?
yeah...nice looking case...but can't find it anywhere online for buying it....
I've been looking at this case for a while and found it for sale here:
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http://www.obostore.com/benks-magic-mousse-cake-series-leather-skin-for-samsung-galaxy-note-2-case-p-10900.html#.UJ0hAGfnmEw
Nice case. It would be even better if it came with an integral back cover like the Samsung flip case so it would be even thinner.
I did some Googling and found some more pictures:
http://www.benks.com.cn/en/ProShow.aspx?ID=2351&Class=648
Flavio said:
Nice case. It would be even better if it came with an integral back cover like the Samsung flip case so it would be even thinner.
I did some Googling and found some more pictures:
http://www.benks.com.cn/en/ProShow.aspx?ID=2351&Class=648
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Lol...but one of the reason I like thus flip case is because it's the only one I can find now that also protects the back and the sides.
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After a closer look I have noticed that the Momax case is actually different from the Benks case.
http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/momax-the-core-smart-case-for-samsung-galaxy-note-2-black-p37081.htm
I am now wondering if the stand of the Benks case can also be used in portrait mode as the Momax case.
all of the magnets are going to affect the s pens use as well as possibly damage your memory card
I recently got the brown Momax case, and after experimenting with it, there does NOT appear to be any effect on the S-Pen from the magnets in the case. This is after tinkering under a variety of circumstances. Overall I'd say I'm very happy with this case because it does not add bulk to my already large Note 2, and it uses a clever design to enable the device to stand on its own. I would definitely recommend it.
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nightreverb said:
I recently got the brown Momax case, and after experimenting with it, there does NOT appear to be any effect on the S-Pen from the magnets in the case. This is after tinkering under a variety of circumstances. Overall I'd say I'm very happy with this case because it does not add bulk to my already large Note 2, and it uses a clever design to enable the device to stand on its own. I would definitely recommend it.
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Hey,
can you easily flip the cover all the way back? In the case of typing, chatting, writing is it a problem having the cover hanging around when one-handed? does the cover wiggle too much?
Love this case and I have checked the youtube reviews (Olis4, Himesh123456789, Milkerz5) but they don't show the cover flipping all the way to the back... :/
Thanks in advance...
That's pretty clever - too bad the TPU case color doesn't come in black.
- Frank
I am considering buying this case, but I'm not sure about the magnets.
Do they interfere with the compass or the S-Pen when the flap is wide open or fully folded backwards (not in a stand position)?
Also, how is one-hand operation with this case on?
It's annoying funny how all the reviews omit such important aspects and only tell us about the design...
777tony777 said:
Hey,
can you easily flip the cover all the way back? In the case of typing, chatting, writing is it a problem having the cover hanging around when one-handed? does the cover wiggle too much?
Love this case and I have checked the youtube reviews (Olis4, Himesh123456789, Milkerz5) but they don't show the cover flipping all the way to the back... :/
Thanks in advance...
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ChangeLog said:
I am considering buying this case, but I'm not sure about the magnets.
Do they interfere with the compass or the S-Pen when the flap is wide open or fully folded backwards (not in a stand position)?
Also, how is one-hand operation with this case on?
It's annoying funny how all the reviews omit such important aspects and only tell us about the design...
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Sorry for the delay, I did not receive an email that someone replied here until just now. Anyways, yes, the cover flips all the way back to essentially become flat. I didn't have an issue with the cover hanging during one-handed operation. It didn't really wiggle too much either since the phone is secured on the back part of the case pretty nicely. It was my daily driver over Samsung's case for the phone. :good:
As to the magnets, I did not experience any interference although I have to admit that my use of the S-Pen was light. Tinkering and testing when I first got the case showed that there was no magnetic interference though. To expand on my level of one-handed operation - I have smaller hands and did not have an issue with the case. I would typically read Kindle on there and hold it in my left hand, my fingers would come around to the right side of the screen, and I was able to turn pages no problem. I never typed one-handed though, and I always type in portrait mode.
Hope this helps!
Thanks for the reply, it's very helpful.
How about the compass? Do you notice any significant deviation when the case is on w/ the flap in various positions vs when the case is off? For example, I would expect that the deviation (if any) is smaller when the flap is opened at 180 degrees, since the magnets are farther away from the phone, than in a fully folded position.
I'm finding myself using the navigation increasingly often, so it's important to have accurate sensor readings.
Again, thanks a bunch!
I would think that navigation software using gps signal only.
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I think that the compass is used in pedestrian navigation (which I use), when you turn around in a spot. How else would it know the heading?
I too am interested in a definitive answer in how much the magnet effects spen and the compass.
I've also been looking at the zenus cases which don't use a magnet, but I'm unsure whether it can hold the phone up like a kickstand and it's a lot of money to gamble on if it doesn't.
Hello,
Does anyone know if there's a cover for the Z2 tablet in the style of Apple's smart cover? I'd like something that attaches to the side (or top or bottom) and covers the screen, but isn't a full case that completely encloses the device. Unfortunately I haven't seen anything like that yet though.
i don't see any hinges or any place to grab a cover without using the whole tablet, even the official cover isn't like that. Sorry
Yeah there seems to be plenty of Smart Case type cases, but not Smart Covers.
The Official Samsung website only lists the S6 as a compatible device but does the S6 Edge work too? I just ordered an S6 edge and really wanted that case. Can anyone confirm if they tried or have an Edge with the S-View cover please.
If it doesn't work with the edge does anyone think they'll make one down the line for the edge? Now with the clear view confirmed as scratching screen they'll probably have to pull them out of the market.
They are available:
S-View Flip Covers for S6 Edge are available:
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_s...+view+flip+cover&sprefix=s6+edge+s+vi,aps,212
emrug said:
S-View Flip Covers for S6 Edge are available:
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_s...+view+flip+cover&sprefix=s6+edge+s+vi,aps,212
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That link shows an incorrect listing. They are showing Clear View cases (which exists for both S6 and Edge) not S-View cases.
AFAIK there are no S-View cases for the Edge, only for the normal S6. And no the normal S6 S-View case won't fit the Edge.
I have no idea why they don't release S-View cases for the Edge though. The S-View case is the only one that is normal S6 exclusive. All the other cases exist for both Edge and normal (Clear Case, Protective Case, Clear View Case, and the Flip Wallet).
EDIT:
Ok looking through some of the listings there seems to be some 3rd-party manufacturers who have made S-View and Clear View type cases for the Edge. However, the reviews on them don't look good. Ie. apparently they are just a case, they don't enable the extra functionality that comes with the real S-View cases.
There's security NFC chips embedded into the real Samsung cases that are meant to prevent counterfeits. So unless the 3rd-party manufacturer is officially licensed from Samsung or they've somehow emulated the security chip, you won't get the extra functionality out them. It'll just be a dumb case like any other dumb case.
I guess we got to wait for an official S-View release. Samsung is investigating all the complaints about the clear view cover so they might ditch it completely and go for an s-view cover.
The same problem with the S-View Cover , scratces under the window , a lot of them..... Talked to Samsung which admits they had a few complaints about this today.
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The same problem with the S-View Cover , scratces under the window , a lot of them..... Talked to Samsung which admits they had a few complaints about this today.
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i thought it was only the clear view. Damn this sucks. I hope they fix this soon. I guess ill have to go for a screen protector. Do you recommend any brand? Im trying to find something that doesnt give that orange peel effect and doesnt affect visibility/colors etc of the screen.,
Does anyone know if there is an S View cover or equivalent for the S6 Edge? It seems like there is an S View cover for both the standard S6 and the newly released S6 Edge Plus but I just can't find one for the standard S6 Edge. I love my Samsung S series phones, I just wish they would introduce some consistencey when producing accessories.
I did find a 3rd party case that looked like it would be what I wanted, but although it has an S View like window, it is basically useless...doesn't wake the phone when opened or put it into standby when closed and has no S View display functionality.
Hoping the folk's on here might be able to recommend something.
Cheers,
Rich
There is not. There's only a Clear view cover case, but that scratches the screen, so use a screen protector!
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Bought a clear view case and was assured that the new clear view cases dont scratch the screen... so i guess its fine now have mine 3rd day and no scratches
jirka607 said:
Bought a clear view case and was assured that the new clear view cases dont scratch the screen... so i guess its fine now have mine 3rd day and no scratches
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Do you have a link? Thanks..
Hi!
I bought a S View original case cover for S6 and fits perfectly into my S6 edge. The phone detects its because in settings appears the option accessories and allows me to set the background of the window or the information that I want to show. But not working. I know that it is not for the S6 edge, but if the phone detects should works.
In addition, if there are a S view cover for S6 edge + and S view cover for normal S6, but there are'nt for s6 edge I thing that the reason of this is that the S6 S view cover will be works in a s6 edge.
Any solution? Maybe it's a failure of firmware?You are solved with Mashmallow?
Thanks.
Upgrading from the S6 and wondering if the keyboard trick works on the S8. The S6 keyboard stuck on with suction, thus you were able to use a tpu bumper and have the back kickstand stick onto that. I cut off the left edge to all the keyboard to connect. Basically this setup provided additional protection all around while still using the stock keyboard cover. Anyone test a similar setup on the S7 or S8? I believe the S7/S8 keyboard is magnetic? so this may not work. Still haven't gotten my S8 yet, due next week. Already picked up the keyboard cover and was going to order a TPU but wanted to see if anyone tried it yet. Rather not order if it's not going to work. Not sure if the magnetic cover is strong enough to attach thru the TPU.