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Powered Nook Color Stand the cheap way.

So much help from all of you.
I made a video.
My way of returning the favor.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WcuxBS0rofU

Time to cut some holes in the back of the box for speakers too, ha!

Nice
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Very cool! Great idea.

Great idea, glad I kept my box.

Same here I always knew that a box with magnets should be held on to....Magnets I tell ya!

Was I dense not to realize box was meant to become a stand??
Wish it could do landscape too tho.
Current project is a rubber flip cover with magnets to hold in place and when rolled back will stand Nook at downward angle to avoid glare when on gym treadmill ...
Sent from my Nook Color thanks to the contributors at XDA forums.

Wow, I can't believe I didn't put it together that it was a stand. Lame on me, awesome on you. Thanks

OMG....put the nook color box in the garbage just 2 days ago. Have my son out searching the trash bags right now!!!!!
Phew!!! He found it. Garbage would have gone out tomorrow morning.

Heh...go figure, free stand for our NC? Think I still have it around here somewhere....

I'm glad I saw this, that is a genius idea right there!

This is awsome. Thank god I still have my box. Thnx for the idea.

You have to wonder if B&N just assumed everyone would realize it was a stand. Maybe something for them to add in their ads?

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You have to wonder if B&N just assumed everyone would realize it was a stand. Maybe something for them to add in their ads?
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Yeah it Baffles me that there are no official instructions anywhere about how its a stand as well. Me Thinks the Designers of the Box are just to smart for B&N Advertising crew

Good one.
bonnettm said:
You have to wonder if B&N just assumed everyone would realize it was a stand. Maybe something for them to add in their ads?
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HAHA! Yes, they are not "thinking fourth dimensionally"...Marty!
Great i second everyone's posts, and will be transforming my box tonight.

If you want to make it so it can do landscape just cut notches the length of the foam rubber fingers on both sides of the box and cut the finger part off of the foam and your all set.

Ready2Mosh said:
If you want to make it so it can do landscape just cut notches the length of the foam rubber fingers on both sides of the box and cut the finger part off of the foam and your all set.
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In case anyone is wondering what this might look like...
Here are some pics of took of what i did with mine, I have noted the Cutouts I made.

therealguppy said:
In case anyone is wondering what this might look like...
Here are some pics of took of what i did with mine, I have noted the Cutouts I made.
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Yep exactly. The stand also works for ipads in case anyone was wondering.

How did I not think of this. B&N really needs to make a legit dock though. I would buy it ASAP.

therealguppy said:
Yeah it Baffles me that there are no official instructions anywhere about how its a stand as well. Me Thinks the Designers of the Box are just to smart for B&N Advertising crew
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Haha, its true. The nook was designed at a place called Fuze Project in the SF Bay Area. They're smart fellers down there.

Asus case is not a smart case!

I just my got my asus case today, and was disappointed to find it lacking any kind of magnets.
I will post some photos of the case as soon as I get a chance to.

Isn't it just like the official Google one? Basically a tpu case with a door flap for the screen. Asus just has more colors.
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sm_x said:
I just my got my asus case today, and was disappointed to find it lacking any kind of magnets.
I will post some photos of the case as soon as I get a chance to.
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the official cases that come in assorted colors?
i didn't even know they were released... where did you buy them?
I might just have to use a magnet and make it a smart case...lol

thats a let down, has Google or Asus even acknowledged that the internet at large knows its there?

Galactic2 said:
the official cases that come in assorted colors?
i didn't even know they were released... where did you buy them?
I might just have to use a magnet and make it a smart case...lol
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Yes do tell where we can order these from, been waiting....
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I don't think they're the same.

Why did you expect it to be a smart case? It was never advertised as such and neither Google nor ASUS ever made mention of the magnetic sensor on the N7.
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Asus has 6 colors (they're all very candy-like) and looks like the "official" Google case (on Google Play) is still listed as Coming Soon. Only in Dark Gray so far.

_MetalHead_ said:
Why did you expect it to be a smart case? It was never advertised as such and neither Google nor ASUS ever made mention of the magnetic sensor on the N7.
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actually the official ASUS case says it is a smart case
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yes it does have a magnetic sensor, its about 1.5 inches up the left hand side.....

Like the shape "Rectangle", and the gesture "Swoop", Apple has a patent on magnets in cases.
Worth reading. They don't only patent a specific implementation, they also claim all derivations.
http://www.patentlyapple.com/patent...er-patent-has-insightfully-come-to-light.html

rmm200 said:
Like the shape "Rectangle", and the gesture "Swoop", Apple has a patent on magnets in cases.
Worth reading. They don't only patent a specific implementation, they also claim all derivations.
http://www.patentlyapple.com/patent...er-patent-has-insightfully-come-to-light.html
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Like the way BB was using a magnet on the cases for their phones before Apple even mattered again?

ejkeebler said:
actually the official ASUS case says it is a smart case
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yes it does have a magnetic sensor, its about 1.5 inches up the left hand side.....
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Uh, I have the official ASUS case and it is not a smart case, and nowhere does it say it is or would be. Source perhaps?
Yes, we all know it has a sensor, but it was never ADVERTISED as having a sensor. My guess is that it's there for either some other future accessory, or ASUS snuck it in for 3rd party case manufacturers to take advantage of only, in an attempt to piss off Apple and bypass their patents.

Ask me about my DODOcase

Well, got my DODOcase in the mail today. It won't shield your Nexus 7 from large amounts of physical abuse, but I got it so I can put my tablet down without having to worry about scratching it up. There is indeed a magnet embedded in it to turn the tablet on when you open it, off when you close it.
I would post a picture, but I am not allowed by the forum software.

Maybe an attachment will work?

There's another thread for Dodo case http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1795089

TahrirSquare said:
There's another thread for Dodo case http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1795089
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That seemed like it devolved into a patent argument. I will answer questions there too though.

Question: if you flip the cover all the way back, does the magnet turn off the screen? Thanks.

How does it fell when holding it? As in, with the cover folded back does the thick side feel strange? Do you trust the adhesive? How thin is it when closed? How well does the stand work on a normal desk surface?
Thanks!

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How does it fell when holding it? As in, with the cover folded back does the thick side feel strange? Do you trust the adhesive? How thin is it when closed? How well does the stand work on a normal desk surface?
Thanks!
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+1
I prefer to hold the N7 in portrait format when I'm out and about.

EPhibian said:
Maybe an attachment will work?
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New test leper is a great song

Clarkster said:
How does it fell when holding it? As in, with the cover folded back does the thick side feel strange?
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Just like a book; Kinda scary the first time, it really feels like cracking open a hard-cover book.
Do you trust the adhesive?
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Without question. There is no way the tablet will come out without some serious force (not so much it does damage if you do want to remove it fthough).
How thin is it when closed?
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3/4 of an inch, not quite two tablets on top of each other I think.
How well does the stand work on a normal desk surface?
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I am assuming you mean setting it on its side in land-scape mode? That is the one thing that is a little weird. From what I see on the site, you basically but the elastic band underneath the opposite end. It keeps it up-right, but there is not much room for adjustment. I don't use tablets in that way very often though.

danlo said:
Question: if you flip the cover all the way back, does the magnet turn off the screen? Thanks.
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Nope, only when you close it the right way.

danlo said:
I prefer to hold the N7 in portrait format when I'm out and about.
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I should clarify that that actually works well for me.

I just got one of these DODOcases and I'm really impressed with it. The adhesive is surprisingly strong, once you have the Nexus 7 in place it does not budge a millimeter. I'm very partial to the low profile that this case offers. The 'smart cover' functionality works just as expected. It's not going to give you an Otterbox level of protection, but it should be enough do the job in preventing damage if you were to accidentially drop it in a normal day-to-day situation.
It's not quite as comfortable to hold with the case as it is without, particularly in landscape mode. That's to be expected since I feel that one of the real strengths of the Nexus 7 was how comfortable it is to hold, and with any case you're likely to give up a little bit of that. It feels like you're holding a small hardback book, and that's not an unpleasant feeling. The adhesive is so strong that I might be more hesitant to remove the Nexus from the case as often as I might with a different case, but that might be a good thing. The only other drawback to the case is that the stand functionality that the case offers is pretty limited, and as a result it doesn't support very good viewing angles for landscape mode viewing on a desk or table top. If they marketed a stand to go along with the case they could probably do some business.
The aesthetic touches do have a nice emotional resonance for me, it really does add a classic 'reading a book" feeling to using the Nexus.
All in all I'd give it a 9/10

Do you guys have an extra coupon code you can message me? Thanks

cyi1 said:
Do you guys have an extra coupon code you can message me? Thanks
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Here ya go http://curebit.com/x/QKua1 . I think that will expire in a couple days, FYI.

I don't use facebook lol oh well. going with treegloo

I picked up a Dodo hardcase for my N7 yesterday straight at the HQ. It's pretty awesome all around.
Adhesive is strong and as was said previously, the device doesn't move a mm. That said, the power and volume buttons are awkwardly positioned because they are slightly set back from the edge of the tablet so you need to sort of wedge your finger under (not far) to push them. The landscape stand works pretty well using the elastic band and clips but the angle is not adjustable. Folded back the device feels good in the hand and the magnet doesn't affect the device improperly when in the fully open position behind the tablet.
The look and feel of the case are very high quality and I love that it's made start to finish here in SF. I got a little tour of the factory, which is probably smaller than you imagine given the brand presence and there were some cases being assembled while I was in there. Everyone that I spoke with was super nice and you know this is a company that believes in their product and would stand behind it. It seems that they've come up with a great, innovative repurposing of bookbinding machinery.

Does the adhesive leave any residue on the back?
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redmonke255 said:
Does the adhesive leave any residue on the back?
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You prompted me to attempt to remove it for the first time. The answer is no residue whatsoever. However, that adhesive is really really strong. I unclipped the back panel from the screen on accident while pulling it up. No harm done it just pressed back together.

How does this work for gaming in landscape? Ex. Deadtrigger
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taC nayN said:
How does this work for gaming in landscape? Ex. Deadtrigger
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I'm not familiar with that game but I looked at it on the Play store. Not sure how well it would work? Can't see it being a problem though.

Take full advantage of magnet screen off feature!

Lol this is dorky but its actually something i wish someone had brough to my attention.
While you're sitting at your pc, or hunkered down watching a movie I found that putting my wallet on top of my nexus acts like those fancy smart cases. then i don't ever have to push a button, i just lift my wallet... SCREEN ON.... put my wallet down.... SCREEN OFF!!! obviously its the built in magnetic sensors meant for their cases, but i hate cases, and so if you have anything you carry around regularly that has a magnet, it just slightly more convenient

Hmm this seems to be interesting. I remember seeing those "surfaces" of slim magnets in a shop few days ago. If you buy those, then you just need some deco on the top if you'd like (I'm thinking of using an old T-shirt with some cool pic or writing on it), glue it on the top = custom smart case
Great find! I will try and find those
Edit: This is what I mean, but a little thinner, and of course bigger to fit the tablet. This is a magnet I have on a fridge. I can't test it however since my N7 hasn't arrived yet (expecting it in a few days).
https://www.dropbox.com/s/p2rwk66so0w5vn8/IMG_20121112_202143.jpg

Considering you're not using a case... I'm going to be blunt and say what you are doing is incredibly stupid. There is NOTHING convenient about that, instead of SIMPLY pressing the button on the side you now have another object which isn't even attached to the tablet to keep track of and move around, instead of SIMPLY pressing a button.
HOLY CRAP WHY!

Yes I know that, but what is wrong with keeping it covered? Protecting from dust, or for deco? I don't think anything is that useless, especially these DIY creative stuff, and yes I'm going to be blunt and say that your post is incredibly stupid and pointless

Why don't you take your nexus 7 and look at it... compare the amount of physical buttons to your phone 3 years ago. Heck compare the amount of physical buttons to the galaxy s3 that came out mere months ago. you're being narrow minded if you honestly can't see the value of anything that would be an effective alternative to a hardware button.

JavaJunkay said:
Yes I know that, but what is wrong with keeping it covered? Protecting from dust, or for deco? I don't think anything is that useless, especially these DIY creative stuff, and yes I'm going to be blunt and say that your post is incredibly stupid and pointless
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Ha i like it. People carry change in their pockets all day, why not a little quarter sized magnet!

BamAlmighty said:
Considering you're not using a case... I'm going to be blunt and say what you are doing is incredibly stupid. There is NOTHING convenient about that, instead of SIMPLY pressing the button on the side you now have another object which isn't even attached to the tablet to keep track of and move around, instead of SIMPLY pressing a button.
HOLY CRAP WHY!
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You know, it might be in your best interest to keep your opinions to yourself, because obviously you don't know how to word them nicely.

I'm surprised that there isn't a (decent) case (not the crap you see on ebay) on the market that makes use of the mag feature.

DeadlyDazza said:
I'm surprised that there isn't a (decent) case (not the crap you see on ebay) on the market that makes use of the mag feature.
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http://www.speckproducts.com/fitfolio-for-google-nexus-7.html

DeadlyDazza said:
I'm surprised that there isn't a (decent) case (not the crap you see on ebay) on the market that makes use of the mag feature.
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I am spectacularly happy with my RooCase:
http://www.amazon.com/rooCASE-Multi-Angle-Leather-Google-Automatically/dp/B008F05Q2E

JavaJunkay said:
Yes I know that, but what is wrong with keeping it covered? Protecting from dust, or for deco? I don't think anything is that useless, especially these DIY creative stuff, and yes I'm going to be blunt and say that your post is incredibly stupid and pointless
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The sensor is under the glass... you can't see it. What are you protecting it from?
How is putting a magnet or a magnet in your wallet on your phone creative? How is that any better than pressing a button on the side of the phone? How?
Taking full advantage of the sensor is using an actual case or cover instead of having to take a i
magnet off and on it. Hey guys! I put a Apple sticker on the back of my N7, that is creative!

BamAlmighty said:
Hey guys! I put a Apple sticker on the back of my N7, that is creative!
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Take my money!
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I can't actually believe I just read this, and I just hope you are a massive troll. I am not going to present not even a piece of mountain of arguments I can open now. I'll just move away from you before I get ban. Your post brought nothing slightly productive here.
For the end of this: if you'd like to keep your sensor protected (and I'll ignore the fact that I was actually referring to the screen) just move away from this topic and lock your device with the power button. That is not the purpose of this thread anyway. Thanks.

DeadlyDazza said:
I'm surprised that there isn't a (decent) case (not the crap you see on ebay) on the market that makes use of the mag feature.
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I have a Blurex case for my htc flyer. The nexus version is a "smart" case (has a magnet) . You can pick it up for $15. Check amazon.
You can find reviews on amazon and in xda nexus accessories forum. If you want something high end, use smart case as your search terms in the forum.
PS Blurex has at least 2 models. I prefer the slim case.

DeadlyDazza said:
I'm surprised that there isn't a (decent) case (not the crap you see on ebay) on the market that makes use of the mag feature.
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I love my Blurex folio case. Very well made and classy looking.
http://www.amazon.com/Blurex-Multi-...352771289&sr=8-2&keywords=nexus+7+blurex+case
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JavaJunkay said:
I can't actually believe I just read this, and I just hope you are a massive troll. I am not going to present not even a piece of mountain of arguments I can open now. I'll just move away from you before I get ban. Your post brought nothing slightly productive here.
For the end of this: if you'd like to keep your sensor protected (and I'll ignore the fact that I was actually referring to the screen) just move away from this topic and lock your device with the power button. That is not the purpose of this thread anyway. Thanks.
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If this, well written very useful thread makes u so mad that you are worried that you will get banned why don't you check out this website, it may calm you down. www.hasbro.com/mylittlepony
EDIT; or you could check out this website. www.apple.com people at this website are just like you, they don't like to do things in fun and creative ways. They like to do the same boring thing, over and over and over.
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DeadlyDazza said:
I'm surprised that there isn't a (decent) case (not the crap you see on ebay) on the market that makes use of the mag feature.
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Despite the low price, I love my Poetic case. It has a good quality leather shell, uses the magnets, and has a hand strap and stylus holder. Best $6 case ever.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B008IEGSGU/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1352782305&sr=8-4&pi=SL75
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I'm failing to see why everyone is attacking the OP. If you don't think its convenient, don't do it. If you think it's a stupid idea, don't do it. We all live in free countries, right? OP was sharing some information, and a button- sized magnet sounds like a pretty cool idea for people who don't use cases
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This was fun lol. I'd like to refer all aformentioned haters to the 4th word of my post "dorky". I knew full well this would only be helpful to a very small few people who carried a money clip with a magnet in it, or i guess those who just carry magnets out of habit. But i'd like to explain the physics behind why i though this was easier.
physical button method:
as we all know a force applied mandates an opposing force, especially to remain static. so what it comes down to is you having to pick up your nexus 7 because the button is slightly underneath the bezel, and if you have big enough hands squeezing it, thus applying equal and opposing forces to turn on your screen.
Wallet/button magnet method:
picking up your small wallet, which weights less than your tablet by many times, this reduces overall work required, is accomplished in a bit shorter time, and probably leaves a smaller CO2 footprint on our environment (i just watched a ted talk).
Thanks for all you who could just enjoy a friendly tip and not lose your heads over it. There are litterally thousands of threads just in this nexus 7 forum that are even more useless than what i poted

Also i have a strong dislike for cases on my devices, but I will admit i've never been more tempted than by some of the ones you guys shared, much thanks for the heads up!

nexus 10 NON magnetic case (and or with usb keybaord)?

has anyone found (or have a link to) a nexus 10 case that does not have any magnets on it? maybe a case with a strap to keep it closed?
also, how about a usb keyboard case for the nexus 10 that doesn't have any magnets on the case either?
from what i've seen from countless searching, all of them have magnets for closure and for the auto sleep/wake function.

anyone?

jamaaal said:
anyone?
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Here's something to get you started
http://shop.portenzo.com/nexus-10/
They are known for their amazing iPad cases. So I am sure that carries over to their N10 cases as well
Another. They are very high end and quality is top notch
http://www.noreve.com/langue/en/product/Samsung_Google_Nexus_10_Tradition_leather_case.html?ref=80
If you would like sleeves,
http://www.sfbags.com/products/tablet-cases/nexus-cases.php
Again, EXTREMELY popular with the iPad crowd. Their sleeves are the best you can get
The first two have the Sleep/ Wake feature even though they are not closed with magnets.

thanks for the links. but i just need a case without any magnets at all

jamaaal said:
thanks for the links. but i just need a case without any magnets at all
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Since portenzo makes every single order by hand, why not try asking them if they can exclude the magnets? Same with Noreve

jamaaal said:
thanks for the links. but i just need a case without any magnets at all
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Sorry, but I must ask: why do you not want the magnets??? I can't think of a single reason why you wouldn't want them. Unless you have a specific use case, of course. My curiosity has been piqued!

CWalkop said:
Sorry, but I must ask: why do you not want the magnets??? I can't think of a single reason why you wouldn't want them. Unless you have a specific use case, of course. My curiosity has been piqued!
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A round magnet within 6 inches of a internal defibrillator (ICD) which are always implanted in the abdominal cavity, will inhibit the device from delivering life saving shocks to the heart. In some cases, a magnet can completely turn off the device. Imagine having an ICD, using your tablet in bed, and falling asleep with the tablet on your belly. It is entirely possible that you will never wake up if it is an iPad 2 (they have round magnets for connecting to the iPad smart case) or you have a case containing magnets.
Just remember, Apple kills. GO ANDROID!!!

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A round magnet within 6 inches of a internal defibrillator (ICD) which are always implanted in the abdominal cavity, will inhibit the device from delivering life saving shocks to the heart. In some cases, a magnet can completely turn off the device. Imagine having an ICD, using your tablet in bed, and falling asleep with the tablet on your belly. It is entirely possible that you will never wake up if it is an iPad 2 (they have round magnets for connecting to the iPad smart case) or you have a case containing magnets.
Just remember, Apple kills. GO ANDROID!!!
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Huh?!! Doesn't the Nexus 10 have similar sensors in it too?

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Huh?!! Doesn't the Nexus 10 have similar sensors in it too?
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No, the N10 has a magnetic reed switch (affected BY a magnet, but not itself magnetic) while iPads have actual magnets inside for their smart covers to attach without the physical clips AS WELL as the magnetic reed switch

chaosdefinesorder said:
No, the N10 has a magnetic reed switch (affected BY a magnet, but not itself magnetic) while iPads have actual magnets inside for their smart covers to attach without the physical clips AS WELL as the magnetic reed switch
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Ah yes! I completely forgot about the magnets on the back! But then again, anyone who has an ICD implant shouldnt be keeping ANYTHING electric/electronic close to him/her.