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Looking for: Cover for the white trim

Im looking for ideas on covering up the white trim.
I figured there may be a decal type of offering for the phone where i can put a sticker type thing to go over the black but haven't come across such a thing.
Or any ideas for successfully painting over it? =)
I'd really prefer a sticker though.
I don't want to use a case.
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if you really don't want a case and can't find a sticker, make your own sticker...

Any ideas on what type to use/where to get?
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No sorry it was just an idea, plus i live in Australia so i doubt any local shops going to be very helpful.

mine looks real nice with once of those gel cases on to be fair

Higgsy said:
mine looks real nice with once of those gel cases on to be fair
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not really sure what you mean by "gel case" could you link a picture? (not necessarily of your phone)

i m thinking about getting one of these silicon cases :
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Amzer-Silic...2OIQ/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1291831363&sr=8-7
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There are available in a wide range of colours, i just want a hi-viz one for traipsing about in the wilderness.

Yeah I have seen those around too, I was thinking about getting one myself.
There is one thing I thought odd, why is the battery door lock exposed?
You cant open the door unless the gel is taken off first anyway. Just a thought and not a show stopper for me.

That is a very good question.
It may be that they are designed using a pre-release non-functioning dummy phone so they try to leave all ' functions' accessable without knowing what that actually are.
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This is what the gel case looks like, just search "defy gel" on ebay and it brings up lots of various colours

darknetone said:
Yeah I have seen those around too, I was thinking about getting one myself.
There is one thing I thought odd, why is the battery door lock exposed?
You cant open the door unless the gel is taken off first anyway. Just a thought and not a show stopper for me.
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That is were the speaker is located as well
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Is that a tpu case?
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This is what the gel case looks like, just search "defy gel" on ebay and it brings up lots of various colours
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yeah mate I think they are referred to as that - rubbery plastic - i always refer to them as gel cases. Its not that crappy sticky silicon rubbish

Yeah we refer to the silicon ones as gel skins here. The tpu we call tpu lol. Does yours have cut outs for the buttons? Or are they covered? If they are covered how hard is it to press?
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I have the amzer tpu case as well. It covers the buttons on the side, but not the wake/sleep button. The volume buttons are harder to press then I would like, but not unmanagable, and I don't use them much.

orntar said:
I have the amzer tpu case as well.
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Is that the same as from the photo of higgsy?
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Handmade padded pouch/sleeve

Found a simple padded zip pouch. I'm still gonna get the official ASUS smart cover as well, but wanted a travel pouch to throw on the passenger seat and to put in my messenger bag. Also glad my money is going to an actual person and not some crap Belkin company that over charges for garbage.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/104314353/mens-google-tablet-case-nexus-7-cover
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Aloha! /shaka

Looks great! Thanks I think I'm going to order one!

Just ordered! Case looks really nice is exactly what I'm looking for. I like the feel of the tablet alone and not some clunky trifecta-folding-triangle that you can put your pens and credit cards in. This + a screen protector = all you should need!
Thanks for link!!

cfn87 said:
Just ordered! Case looks really nice is exactly what I'm looking for. I like the feel of the tablet alone and not some clunky trifecta-folding-triangle that you can put your pens and credit cards in. This + a screen protector = all you should need!
Thanks for link!!
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Exactly my thoughts! I definitely don't want to hold some folding case every time I use the device.

Design you own.. snupped.com
Don't forget..
http://snupped.com/
Design your own sleeves..

Skillz1318 said:
Exactly my thoughts! I definitely don't want to hold some folding case every time I use the device.
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Can't wait for this to come in! Did you order?

I ordered this one
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006OGPUJU/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00

ReggieTee said:
I ordered this one
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006OGPUJU/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
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Ordered the same one. Mine should be here tomorrow. I needed something to hold me over till a nice cheap folio case comes out.

gsrrr said:
Ordered the same one. Mine should be here tomorrow. I needed something to hold me over till a nice cheap folio case comes out.
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Looks like the perfect case to hold you over until you find something you want.

The Snupped ones seem pretty cool, but I'm not sure about having to ship it over from Singapore. The first Etsy post was not bad either. I'm wondering if groups like Byrd & Bell (wool + leather) will start making them for the Nexus 7, but they do have one for the Kindle Fire (which would probably fit). The only thing is that it's pretty expensive for a sleeve ($48).

eReader Cover Case Sleeve Handmade Crochet
http://www.ebay.com/itm/eReader-Cov...?pt=US_Tablet_Accessories&hash=item231f6bf612
Send her a message with what size and style you want and she'll make it for you.

Just received this:
Handmade Grey Wool Felt Carry Sleeve
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Google-Nexu...TSTQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1343232707&sr=8-1
I think this was originally a Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus case, however despite the slight difference in height, it fits perfectly.

clockcycle said:
Don't forget..
http://snupped.com/
Design your own sleeves..
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Would these ones fit our Nexus 7, It looks like a size for iPad though ...
Awesome design by the way.

Fernfiddlehead (Etsy)
I got this one last week, and I'm very happy with it-- it's well made, and looks great (just like the pictures):
Her shop has other nice pouches, as well: http://www.etsy.com/shop/fernfiddlehead?section_id=11831403

Etsy is a good site but Regretsy is better

DYI case: best of both worlds?

Hi all
Not happy with any of the Nexus 7 cases I had tried so far I decided to do some tinkering.
/* WHAT YOU NEED */
a) a cheap smart-cover case with good functionality. I really like the following one but thought it didn't protect the Nexus 7 edges enough.
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http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/310450570970?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
b) a good TPU/silicone case that offers all-round protection (apart from the screen). I first tried a cheaper one but it was quite loose.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/150896669042?var=450114078159&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
c) some thin double-sided tape.
/* TINKERING */
1) remove the "insert" from the smart-cover case (attachment 1 and 2). I used a Stanley knife and some gentle brute-force. :silly:
2) place double-sided tape where the insert was (attachement 3).
3) stick the TPU case inside the smart-cover one (other attachements).
4) done! :laugh:

this is great. I wish a company would create something like this professionally. I too like the corner protection of the tpu. the TPU material obsorbs the impact when the tablet hits the ground. I have tpu cases on my other devices and they have been saved by the tpu case. But the tpu case doesn't offer much of screen protection outside of you buying a screen protector. The smart case idea is perfect. It protects the screen and double protects the back. you can use it to hold up your tablet. I really like what you did.
I did something like this for my acer a500 and might do this for the N7 as well.
thanks for sharing.

You're very welcome, and thanks for the positive feedback.

Great idea. I always thought that the protection for those that have the flap was pretty bad too but I never thought of combining to together. Now...to find one that looks good to use.

I never thought to do this. I have a tpu skin on mine now and ordered a smart cover case to use. But the poetic slimline case ... I wonder if no can just detach the smart cover part off that and super glue it to the tpu skin .... Hmmmmm
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Bumanyo George
Nice post. Maybe you will pin to Pinterest...

jonnyg1097 said:
Great idea. I always thought that the protection for those that have the flap was pretty bad too but I never thought of combining to together. Now...to find one that looks good to use.
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Thanks Jonny.
daniel.alomar said:
Nice post. Maybe you will pin to Pinterest...
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Thanks Daniel, for the comment and suggestion.

Cool idea, particularly because I'd thought of doing this too
My other idea is to use a similar TPI or hardback case stuck to a car mount to create a smart looking in-car solution rather than using one of those universal adjustable types.

Aleemz said:
Cool idea, particularly because I'd thought of doing this too
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Great thinkers think alike.
Aleemz said:
My other idea is to use a similar TPI or hardback case stuck to a car mount to create a smart looking in-car solution rather than using one of those universal adjustable types.
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If you give it a try please keep us informed.

rooCASE Google Slim-Fit Folio Case Cover

This case is pretty awesome. I ordered off of Amazon for 1 cent plus $4.99 shipping.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AEENZNQ/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
Here are some photo's I took of it:
It's a compact design that is practically the same size as the Nexus 10
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It has the magnetic system for waking and sleeping the device.
Nothing is blocked.... the ports, the speakers, and the camera are all exposed.
Slip your hand under the elastic strap in the back to make one handed operation possible
To use it as a stand, this is how you are supposed to do it, but I can't bring myself to bend it at the crease in the back.
So at this point, I am using it as a stand like this:

dmwagner said:
This case is pretty awesome. I ordered off of Amazon for 1 cent plus $4.99 shipping.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00AEENZNQ/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
Here are some photo's I took of it:
It's a compact design that is practically the same size as the Nexus 10
It has the magnetic system for waking and sleeping the device.
Nothing is blocked.... the ports, the speakers, and the camera are all exposed.
Slip your hand under the elastic strap in the back to make one handed operation possible
To use it as a stand, this is how you are supposed to do it, but I can't bring myself to bend it at the crease in the back.
So at this point, I am using it as a stand like this:
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Looks good! The only thing I don't like is the stylus loop, not gonna ever be getting a stylus and feel any case with the loop detracts from the overall clean lines of a case!

mark.m.moran said:
Looks good! The only thing I don't like is the stylus loop, not gonna ever be getting a stylus and feel any case with the loop detracts from the overall clean lines of a case!
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No stylus for myself either. A person with a steady hand and an exacto or utility knife would be able to remove that loop without hardly a trace of it ever being there.

dmwagner said:
No stylus for myself either. A person with a steady hand and an exacto or utility knife would be able to remove that loop without hardly a trace of it ever being there.
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True, but would rather buy one without it and having to resort to that...

mark.m.moran said:
Looks good! The only thing I don't like is the stylus loop, not gonna ever be getting a stylus and feel any case with the loop detracts from the overall clean lines of a case!
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Don't quote the op with its 20 images please...

tylerdurden83 said:
Don't quote the op with its 20 images please...
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8 images

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8 images
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Irony, come at me.

I also have this one and the dual station one too. For a penny you can't gripe bout it. I use the dual station more though.
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Just got my case today. I'm liking it for the price!

Ah This is same as the one that arrived here today , for UK folk. Under the name IVSO . £9.99
Its nice. My review is the latest one
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00AHUYUOA/ref=cm_cr_thx_view
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What lanyard strap will you use?

Firstly, let me congratulate Sony for allowing a lanyard to be attached! My Galaxy note doesn't have a lanyard hole and neither did my last Desire Z, Desire or HD2.
They are sooo useful for getting phones out of pockets by the strap, using the phone one handed or of course preventing the phone slipping out of your hand. And believe it or not, the Xperia Z having one was a major reason in me buying it!
Anyway, does anyone have plans on getting a particular strap?
On amazon, some reviews of cheap ones mentioned them breaking, so I'm thinking of using a wii controller strap which may match my white Z quite well.

I'm very pleased to see it too. It's a great little feature - i have no idea why it disappeared from the market. I'm going to use the one that Sony provided with PSP - maybe something better if you guys find something worth recommending

The Wii strap is a great idea for a wrist lanyard
If I want a neck lanyard for any reason, I'll probably just use the one my work ID badge hangs on.

R: What lanyard strap will you use?
I don't understand why they didn't put one in the box.. It's a very cheap optional.
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Lanyard straps are a very Japanese thing to use. I love them and this is another small thing that make the XZ a great phone.

Akiainavas said:
I'm very pleased to see it too. It's a great little feature - i have no idea why it disappeared from the market. I'm going to use the one that Sony provided with PSP - maybe something better if you guys find something worth recommending
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I second the Wii remote strap recommendation. Been using it with my Note 2.

Using these ones:
Genuine UltraFire® High Quality leather led torch wrist strap lanyard tether UK
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EDC Paracord lanyard wrist strap Mil spec 550 7 strand genuine US Gov contract (ACU camo)
If links don't work google for litetek-uk store
Also these rings seem really good for a phone use:
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the lanyard option definitive sold me over. will be perfect for this summer. I do alot of boating, and killed a couple of phones at sea, usually intoxicated :laugh:.
now I can fall in the sea with the phone in my pocket without killing it. also fitting a flotation device with the lanyard strap makes sure that it dont go to the bottom of the sea...
after the Xperia V i will never go back to a non-waterproof phone..

buljo said:
...fitting a flotation device with the lanyard strap makes sure that it dont go to the bottom of the sea...
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\o/ aryca

I just can't find a cool lanyard - most of them have metal parts which might scretch the screen

Shouldn't this trivia be in the Accessories forum?

consti83 said:
I just can't find a cool lanyard - most of them have metal parts which might scretch the screen
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Go for a plastic ring then http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2342517
LenAsh said:
Shouldn't this trivia be in the Accessories forum?
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Ye, it formerly was there, but an admin decided to move it a while ago to Q&A, because the threads subject... was a question