Anyone hear anything about an Otterbox case, the or any other rough case for the Nexus 7? I have heard that they are in the process of making one... But usually they have the cases out with launch
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Bad news.
Found this on the phandroid forums earlier today, cannot post the link due to my junior status, but it's post 88 in the thread "post your case finds here"
I contacted otterbox regarding if they were coming out with a nexus 7 case, and sadly this was their reply:
Dear Thomas,
Unfortunately, we do not have plans to develop a case for that device. I would recommend keeping an eye on our website, as it will have the most up to date information for every new release. Please feel free to reply to this email if you have any additional questions.
Thank You,
Jeannine
Customer Service Representative
P: (855) 688-7269
F970) 493-1755
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I'm in the army as a grunt, and otterbox the crap out of all my gear, so it's quite disapointing to know i gotta figure out some way to make this thing afghanistan-proof.
dej2gp3 said:
Found this on the phandroid forums earlier today, cannot post the link due to my junior status, but it's post 88 in the thread "post your case finds here"
I'm in the army as a grunt, and otterbox the crap out of all my gear, so it's quite disapointing to know i gotta figure out some way to make this thing afghanistan-proof.
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Bobj is making a case for the N7....gumdrop hasn't got back to me yet...but you could also get a Pelican case
http://www.amazon.com/Pelican-Products-HardBack-Computer-1055-003-110/dp/B006FR1KHE/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pdT1_S_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=3JC96WXZQ2TF3&coliid=I21HLXYPCZ9975
I plan on getting whichever rugged case company releases one first and then also getting the pelican for some added protection. In another thread (don't remember which one, but it's on here) someone showed the N7 in the Pelican case linked above and it would practically be a perfect fit with a rugged case on it.
Otterbox and other companies get umpty million emails a day about this obscure phone or that obscure tablet, they always say 'no plans' until they actually design one so just keep watching.
The Pelican case is good but you have to take the device out of it to use it.
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Otterbox and other companies get umpty million emails a day about this obscure phone or that obscure tablet, they always say 'no plans' until they actually design one so just keep watching.
The Pelican case is good but you have to take the device out of it to use it.
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This. Send an email. Request it. They will make one eventually....
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Just buy a streak 7 case and mod it. That's what I did
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I contacted ballistic, trident and gumdrop. They all said that they were not working on a case for the nexus right now. But with the incredible buzz and popularity of the nexus 7, I think it will only be a matter of time before they all have their version of a case for the nexus 7. They all make one for the Kindle fire, so I'm sure they will make one for the n7.
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tylerwatt12 said:
Just buy a streak 7 case and mod it. That's what I did
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How did you mod the dell streak case? Did you have to add anything to the back to make it fit?
I think the real question is why on Earth people keep buying Otterbox cases?
The "protection" they offer is laughable, their products incredibly bulky (and cheaply made).
Trident, Pelican, or bust when it comes to actually protecting your devices. Otterbox is dreadful.
can't wait for a super durable case. i ordered a leather folio case, but i wanna bring my tablet everywhere and would prefer a big chunk of rubber surrounding it
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I think the real question is why on Earth people keep buying Otterbox cases?
The "protection" they offer is laughable, their products incredibly bulky (and cheaply made).
Trident, Pelican, or bust when it comes to actually protecting your devices. Otterbox is dreadful.
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I have to disagree with you, I have had an Otterbox case on my iPhone since it was new. I have dropped it many times with never a scratch on the phone. I once dropped it out the car window when I was moving in a parking lot, backed up and got it with never a scratch. Without the Otterbox case the phone would have been history a week after I got it. The Otterbox case does not interfere with the use of the phone and still offers maximum protection.
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I have to disagree with you, I have had an Otterbox case on my iPhone since it was new...
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I think the real question is why on Earth people keep buying Otterbox cases?
The "protection" they offer is laughable, their products incredibly bulky (and cheaply made).
Trident, Pelican, or bust when it comes to actually protecting your devices. Otterbox is dreadful.
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Agreed. There are better options now.
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arrjaytea said:
I think the real question is why on Earth people keep buying Otterbox cases?
The "protection" they offer is laughable, their products incredibly bulky (and cheaply made).
Trident, Pelican, or bust when it comes to actually protecting your devices. Otterbox is dreadful.
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Disagree also. Every device I have had gets an Otterbox (my current is a T-Mobile G2). They have been dropped, kicked, and rolled around, but everything is still in pristine condition. Otterbox cases have one job, and for my devices they have never failed.
And the button covers kick ass.
I have owned a outter box cummuter case (the hinner one) for about six months now and it has saved me from cracking my cell in half a ton of times.
I can't believe so many people are so terrible with their phones?
Would you drop an expensive watch? No? Respect your valuables. I never drop my phone.
That being said, I have an Otterbox Commuter case for my HTC Desire HD.. I bought it before I realized that the cell case is made out of thick aluminum and the fact that it has a Corning Gorilla Glass screen.. nothing that needs protecting there! So its relegated to protecting it on hikes and other tougher than normal duty, otherwise it feels like a brick in my pocket.
They have a really nice lifetime warranty on these, too.
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I can't believe so many people are so terrible with their phones
Would you drop an expensive watch? No? Respect your valuables. I never drop my phone.
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1. This comparison makes no sense. A watch is attached to your arm not something that you handle constantly throughout the day.
2. People don't drop their phone on purpose. Accidents happen and a case is well worth is if it does. Do you tell people that have car insurance that they are terrible to their car?
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I believe the facepalm should be directed at you. Why does an iPhone mean a single little thing?
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and the fact that it has a Corning Gorilla Glass screen.. nothing that needs protecting there!
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Gorilla glass is very easy to break, it's great at scratch prevention but is brittle (more so than other glass) shatters easily when hit edge on and it does not flex well.
I would love to see Griffin make a survivor case for us.....I'd put more trust in this than an otterbox....
http://goo.gl/HG7FJ
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So I want to buy 2 nexus 7 for my kids 5 and 2.5. I cant do it untill I find a case for kids. I cant find any drop test video of the stock case.
I am looking for something like http://www.gripcase-usa.com/Home_ep_45.html or http://wpcdn.padgadget.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/medge31-275x385.jpg
Please help
I bought my (now 5 year old) daughter a Lenovo tablet for christmas last year. It has held up well with just a rubber case. TPU maybe? I am not sure of the exact material, but it feels like rubber.
I think the N7 would be kid proof with that type of case, a screen protector... and some firm rules about the use of the device
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Do the kids go in there or the tablet?
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Do the kids go in there or the tablet?
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Definitely the kids.
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LOL, my 2.5 son broke my wifes ipad. This would have been perfect
jaysus145 said:
I bought my (now 5 year old) daughter a Lenovo tablet for christmas last year. It has held up well with just a rubber case. TPU maybe? I am not sure of the exact material, but it feels like rubber.
I think the N7 would be kid proof with that type of case, a screen protector... and some firm rules about the use of the device
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Im looking for something like that but thicker
Something like this seems pretty strong....cheap too.
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=251115581627&index=0&nav=SEARCH&nid=57858509745
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Something like this seems pretty strong....cheap too.
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=251115581627&index=0&nav=SEARCH&nid=57858509745
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I saw this but i dont think its thick enough, my 2.5 year old is an oaf. the best way to describe him is; remember the cartoons where that big monster guy runs through a wall and leaves a hole in the wall in the shape of said character, well thats what my son is like.
I'd wait for otterbox to come out with something. I've got one on an iPad (perfect for kids and old people) for my 3 kids and the thing is bomb proof. I couldn't use anything that bulky myself but its the only way to for kids IMO.
gingi999 said:
Im looking for something like that but thicker
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for the child I agree with the TPU case, light, More color choice, children like the beautiful things, hoho~~
gingi999 said:
LOL, my 2.5 son broke my wifes ipad. This would have been perfect
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You would do that to your own kid???
maybe you should consider this device for your youngest instead of the Nexus 7.
http://www.ubergizmo.com/2012/07/nabi-2-review/
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maybe you should consider this device for your youngest instead of the Nexus 7.
http://www.ubergizmo.com/2012/07/nabi-2-review/
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not gonna sacrifice the specs for the case especially when they are the same price
I'm not exactly a kid, but if I call you daddy will you buy me a car?
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Bobj gear has a case coming out here soon.
Otterbox has a case coming soon also.
Gumdrop has their sleeve case out but don't know if they're going to make an actual case.
got556 said:
Bobj gear has a case coming out here soon.
Otterbox has a case coming soon also.
Gumdrop has their sleeve case out but don't know if they're going to make an actual case.
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Bobj gear looks good, thanks!
Advice is welcome...
I have purchased a Nexus 7 as Christmas gift for my Family to use. I want to set it up and have my kids (4 year old twins, and 2 year old) be able to use it with "minimal" supervision. Much of the process is account setup and "sandboxing" what they have access to, the other part is protecting the hardware. I have purchased a screen protector to help prevent scratches, now I need to find a case with good protection that doesn't cost too much.
I'd like to keep the cost under $40. So far I have found:
BobjGear Rugged Case: REVIEW | $19 at Amazon
Poetic Revolution Case: REVIEW and HERE | $29 at Amazon
Seidio Active Case: REVIEW | $35 for case only and $45 with cover at Seidio -- slightly too high
I like the bright colors of the Bobj, for kids plus makes it easier to see if it was "misplaced"
I feel the Poetic case provides the best protection with built in screen protector and port covers (keeping things out of ports that shouldn't be there), this is the one I am most interested in and wish Poetic had other colors.
Seidio, I don't see anything it offers over the Poetic other than red, white, or blue options.
I'm aware of Gumdrop and Otterbox, but prices are too high for my taste; I'm not convinced they would provide better protection compared to the ones above.
Any options I'm missing?
I have a gumdrop case, makes it feel pretty solid, has a clear plastic screen protector and a 2 stage casing.
http://www.gumdropcases.com/google-nexus-7-droptech.html
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Ive bought a bobj case for my 2yr olds nexus ill let you know how he gets on
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http://www.cruzerlite.com/cases/asus/nexus7/cruzerlite-androidified-clone-army-for-asus-nexus-7
And if you buy 2 cases use the coupon code B2G1 and get a third case for free
$20? for a tpu cover? you'd have to be made of money. Ok they have some different designs for the surface detailing but in the end it's still just a basic tpu cover.
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$20? for a tpu cover? you'd have to be made of money. Ok they have some different designs for the surface detailing but in the end it's still just a basic tpu cover.
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High quality or not, $20 is indeed pretty steep for a TPU. I could get a leather case with sleep/wake functions and a stand built in for $10 off eBay.
Should have been $10, or at a max $12.
I have a bunch of these for my gnex and they're awesome, but for 20$, hell no.
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I have a bunch of these for my gnex and they're awesome, but for 20$, hell no.
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yeah 10% of the cost of the tablet? no thanks
I have 7 of the androidified cases for my gnex and gnote... They are very high quality and well worth the money, imo. The asus case is $20 and that thing is not only ugly but made of rubber, yet people are buying them, and there isn't even a wake feature! You're getting 3 cases for $40, thats what? $13 a piece? Sounds like a bargin to me
Thanks op... Funny, just last week I was on Amazon looking to see if they had any yet for the N7.
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Just bought my N7 from GameStop yesterday and they had the official Google one there for $30, I went home to look back at the Cruiserlite case I had saved to buy when I got the N7 and saved $10.... If $20 is too much for you, get a cheapy TPU case, but this thing looks much nicer IMO, and besides, with $60 in game trades and $180 in store credit from swapping out an XBOX 360, this tablet only cost me $30 anyways....
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Just bought my N7 from GameStop yesterday and they had the official Google one there for $30, I went home to look back at the Cruiserlite case I had saved to buy when I got the N7 and saved $10.... If $20 is too much for you, get a cheapy TPU case, but this thing looks much nicer IMO, and besides, with $60 in game trades and $180 in store credit from swapping out an XBOX 360, this tablet only cost me $30 anyways....
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The cruzerlite cases are not your typical "run of the mill" tpu that you would buy on ebay for $5, they are high quality tpu, best I've ever seen or used.
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$20? for a tpu cover? you'd have to be made of money. Ok they have some different designs for the surface detailing but in the end it's still just a basic tpu cover.
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But if you buy two you get the third one free. I don't know why you would need 3 of the same case for one device.
Really wish there was just one big Android on the back, instead of a tiled pattern.
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But if you buy two you get the third one free. I don't know why you would need 3 of the same case for one device.
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Phone + Tablet + Another Case for a friend perhaps? They don't all have to be for same device
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But if you buy two you get the third one free. I don't know why you would need 3 of the same case for one device.
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Different colors for different moods. I have 4 of the androidified case for my GNex and 3 for my GNote, all the same case but different colors.
Any real photos with the actual device?
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Looks cool.
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Any real photos with the actual device?
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Once I get mine ordered and received, I will create a new thread with some photos and my review. I dont give a full review but if there are any questions you want me to answer once received, let me know and I will add it to the review.
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Once I get mine ordered and received, I will create a new thread with some photos and my review. I dont give a full review but if there are any questions you want me to answer once received, let me know and I will add it to the review.
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Thank you for that update. Instead of creating a new post in which you won't be giving a full review on the product, maybe you should just post the picture here. Sounds a little more productive, I think.....
Love this company's case but I'm going to wait too see if there going to come out with the rubberized tpu case they sell.
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Thank you for that update. Instead of creating a new post in which you won't be giving a full review on the product, maybe you should just post the picture here. Sounds a little more productive, I think.....
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I do give a review of feel, quality and all around experience with it. I will be creating a new thread
Backslash10 said:
Love this company's case but I'm going to wait too see if there going to come out with the rubberized tpu case they sell.
Sent from Pallet town on my nexus 7.
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I've been buying cases from cruzer lite for some time now and I can't think of one case they have that is rubberized.....they have all been the traditional tpu, afaik. The "persona of Andy" cases are a little "softer" than the androidified cases, but still of the hard tpu.
Backslash10 said:
Love this company's case but I'm going to wait too see if there going to come out with the rubberized tpu case they sell.
Sent from Pallet town on my nexus 7.
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I've been buying cases from cruzer lite for some time now and I can't think not one case they have that is rubberized.....they have all been the traditional tpu, afaik.
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Aren't all TPU cases "rubberized?" Not sure what you're referring to, Backslash10, got a link for one that is more rubberized than the one I bought?
Bigger pictures on my blog.
http://chrismchoi.blogspot.com/2012/11/review-seidio-active-combo-note-ii.html
Seidio has done it again! Seidio is well known for their line of high quality cases.
They are well known for their Surface and Covert cases. They also just released the OBEX system that protects the phone from water, dust, snow, sand, mud and other liquids.
What we are reviewing today is their Active Combo with Metal Kickstand. It's the perfect case for active lifestyles without adding unnecessary bulk while maintaining maximum protection. It's dual-layered with an inside layer of polymer for grip and an outer hard shell for impact protection.
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The rubber like polymer does not attract as much dust as the lower end cases. This is a true premium feature I have always favored from Seidio. The hard shell also had their signature rubberized feel. Both items of the dual-layer system have a premium feel and are soft to the touch.
The kickstand has a little magnet that holds it in. The finish is great and stable. It's a solid case.
The spring holster is the holster we've all come to know and love. They carried over the rugged design with all their holsters. It features excellent retention and will not snap on you like other holsters. It features an adjustable swivel clip that will rotate a fluid 360 degrees.
The Seidio Active Combo is only $54.95.
The Seidio Active Case is available as a stand alone product for $34.95.
The Seidio Active Holster is available separately for $29.95.
Conclusion:
Highly recommended. Another Seidio product that will gain much popularity due to quality and function.
I have yet to be let down by Seidio's products as they have always been in my top 3 case companies. I always wait for Seidio to offer me a solution.
I will also be working on a video review for this case. Keep an eye out for it. I'll post a link when it's finished.
Hit thanks if you got something from this review! Means I'm doing something right and I'll keep doing them.
What is the overall fit, and finish of the combo? Any gaps, or uneven lines?
Been waiting for a review of one of these! Thanks
I am waiting for mine to arrive. Its in blue. Spent days and days sifting threw china cases and landed on this. I have had Seidio in the past and was very happy with it. I can also post a few pics here if its ok with the OP to add to the thread. Thanks for the review .
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What is the overall fit, and finish of the combo? Any gaps, or uneven lines?
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Fit and finish is great. I've personally never had an issue with the Seidio Actives. Had all the different colors on my Evo, Epic and 3D. Might just grab one for the S3 now. It's a snug fit and the cuts are nice and even. There is no play or any gaps.
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I am waiting for mine to arrive. Its in blue. Spent days and days sifting threw china cases and landed on this. I have had Seidio in the past and was very happy with it. I can also post a few pics here if its ok with the OP to add to the thread. Thanks for the review .
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I don't mind at all. It's a community here. We all share here.
Great review, Much appreciated. I'm hoping that for your video review, you could focus on things like the durability of the stand, strength of the magnet that holds it in, lint attracting ability of the rubber inside layer, and general thickness/size comparison.
Just some ideas; I look forward to it.
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Great review, Much appreciated. I'm hoping that for your video review, you could focus on things like the durability of the stand, strength of the magnet that holds it in, lint attracting ability of the rubber inside layer, and general thickness/size comparison.
Just some ideas; I look forward to it.
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Good points. I'll be sure to note that down.
The OBEX case is simply an Otterbox.
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Got mine and fit and finish is great. Very happy overall. :good:
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The OBEX case is simply an Otterbox.
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No. Otterbox cases are not waterproof, they are water resistant.
They are not dust proof or sealed into the case. Dust infiltrates the phone inside the case. OBEX is a sealed solution. The Commuter is comparable to the Active.
The Defender to the Covert. I feel the Covert is far superior as it's a 3 layer design and absorbs more shock than any Otterbox.
Thanks for your thoughtful insight. It was truly a game changer.
I want to order one but the shipping prices to the Netherlands are ridiculous man. 28 frigging dollars!
Even with the current exchange rates, that price is just insane adding up to the case itself .
Is it really worth it?
I say yes, just because I don't like TPU cases. You don't have to go through the case being so tight fitting that it takes the battery cover off when you remove the case.
All of mine have held up. The polymer never wore out or got sticky. Maybe get a local seller to get a hold of them? Maybe someone here can get one and ship it to you.
Thank you for posting a review on this. I'm waiting to see what other cases get released from the name brand manufacturers and hopefully we will see some sales to come over the next month or two.
Could you possibly take a picture with the phone out of the case along with the case laying beside the phone to see how much bulk/thickness is added with the case?
Thank you much.
I'm interested in just the case.Is it ideal for pocket carry or does it add too much bulk?
Excellent time for the review! I am planning to place an order and yes, I am thankful for your review!
p/s: Does the magnetic kickstand affects the s pen? Myth myth...
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Excellent time for the review! I am planning to place an order and yes, I am thankful for your review!
p/s: Does the magnetic kickstand affects the s pen? Myth myth...
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I haven't noticed anything yet.
Nice Review and Pics. The active combo and the surface combo are now available on Android Central at a pretty good discount compared with Seidio's website. Might save you a few bucks if you are interested.
What are the advantages of that case over something like this
http://www.ebay.com/itm/For-SAMSUNG...399354?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item416e4cc5ba
And its for the fraction of that price
Hell Guardian said:
What are the advantages of that case over something like this
http://www.ebay.com/itm/For-SAMSUNG...399354?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item416e4cc5ba
And its for the fraction of that price
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Probably no real difference. Other than the one you posted the link to is fugly Imo.
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I'm interested in just the case.Is it ideal for pocket carry or does it add too much bulk?
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It adds 2mm. You shouldn't notice it. With the size of the Note, if you do notice it you need a smaller phone. Lol.
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What are the advantages of that case over something like this
http://www.ebay.com/itm/For-SAMSUNG...399354?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item416e4cc5ba
And its for the fraction of that price
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What I've learned with anything I buy, buy the tried and true the first time around. You'll buy that one, then replace it with a nicer one. I've been through this with every phone, car and personal items I buy. The stand just looks horrible. It's a cheap shortcut to designing a stand system.
The holster is hard to use. Looks just like the one in store. I always end up using 2 hands. Seidio has a much stronger clip system.
A lot of these case brands I have absolutely no experience with. And of course, the company's claims for how durable their cases are can be exaggerated or even the opposite. Here's my situation: I am extremely active and I take my electronics on some pretty hardcore adventures. I don't care how much it costs, or how thick it is. I want the most durable SGN2 case on the market, any suggestions?
Otterbox Defender?
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Otterbox Defender?
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That's probably the best one I can think of, but I really want to get some peoples' real world experiences with these cases. Would the ballistic SG compare at all? I think that the Trident Kraken (ams) would be the largest competitor to the defender, but sadly there isn't one for the 2 and probably won't ever be. Any more opinions or thoughts?
At the moment it looks like the Otterbox Defender is the most durable case out there so far, the Ballistic SG is probably next. If Ballistic ever did a Hard Core for the Note 2, it would be the clear cut winner without a question.
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That's probably the best one I can think of, but I really want to get some peoples' real world experiences with these cases. Would the ballistic SG compare at all? I think that the Trident Kraken (ams) would be the largest competitor to the defender, but sadly there isn't one for the 2 and probably won't ever be. Any more opinions or thoughts?
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i had a ballistic hardcore case for my old motorola atrix. seriously wish they made one for my note 1 and my new note 2. that thing was awesome. even without the soft silicone shell, i dropped it from a roof onto bricks accidentally and it survived without any damage to the device itself.
hopefully there will be another kraken, i quite liked the kraken note 1 case.
Trident has said there are no plans to make a Kraken.
The Otterbox still isn't out yet (I've only seen 1 person with it actually in hand, in the otterbox review thread), but I have had one on my iPhone 4, Infuse 4G, GS2, and Galaxy Nexus, and they have never disappointed. I've dropped it on a concrete floor where I work and the phone was completely unharmed, as was the case.
i think ROCK brand case for N7100 is very Durableļ¼ i have one flip leather case and one hard case, they are all very durable for the phone, protect perfectly.
But if you ask one you which one is more durable, i will choose the hard one,which is with my love color dark grey and have a smooth sides.. durable and cool.
Check here: http://www.slickbuye.com/rock-naked...ung-galaxy-note-2-gtn7100-dark-grey_p112.html
babyfriend said:
i think ROCK brand case for N7100 is very Durableļ¼ i have one flip leather case and one hard case, they are all very durable for the phone, protect perfectly.
But if you ask one you which one is more durable, i will choose the hard one,which is with my love color dark grey and have a smooth sides.. durable and cool.
Check here: http://www.slickbuye.com/rock-naked...ung-galaxy-note-2-gtn7100-dark-grey_p112.html
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Unless you drop it on anything except the back. Lol. Not very much protection from the looks of it
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I normally go Otterbox defender...really really great cases and they offer warranty and send replacements when needed (I'm sure Ballistic does too...could be wrong). But I also had a Ballistic Hardcore case and that thing was bad ass! Too bad they don't always make a hardcore case for their phones. I really dont like the SG series nor the maxx series. I'm like you OP...I don't care about the extra bulk as long as my phone is protected
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MBM7881 said:
I normally go Otterbox defender...really really great cases and they offer warranty and send replacements when needed (I'm sure Ballistic does too...could be wrong). But I also had a Ballistic Hardcore case and that thing was bad ass! Too bad they don't always make a hardcore case for their phones. I really dont like the SG series nor the maxx series. I'm like you OP...I don't care about the extra bulk as long as my phone is protected
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Yeah they said no plans to make the HC case for this phone. Seems like OtterBox is the only one willing to make their rugged case for this phone.
P1 Wookie said:
Yeah they said no plans to make the HC case for this phone. Seems like OtterBox is the only one willing to make their rugged case for this phone.
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That really blows :thumbdown:
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Yeah it does stink a little. I guess for now I'm going with the defender, but if a better case comes out I might get that depending on price and how much better it is. Like I'm not gonna spend more than $100 for 2 cases that are just about equally rugged. I just want to be confident enough to take my note on camping trips and such. I like the screen protector on the defender line (my friend has one for his iphone and I'm guessing that the quality will be the same) because it doesn't feel tacky or plasticy. I also kinda want something that's at least somewhat waterproof like the lifeproof line, as I am a competitive swimmer and a lifeguard. If lifeproof is making one for the s3, what do you think our chances are for a n2 case?
Yeah a lot of people have been hounding trident to make the kraken case, but no telling if they will or not...they still stick to saying they don't plan to.
At this moment in time, the defender is your best option. And I've read a few stores may have it online. Otter still lists it as "coming soon."
And just to be sarcastic, may I suggest something like this for you?
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It'll survive most falls and some car runovers.
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And just to be sarcastic, may I suggest something like this for you?
It'll survive most falls and some car runovers.
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http://www.hulu.com/watch/284761
One word. Lockbox.
Well this really sucks. Looks like the defender won't be available for a while now in America. Sad to say the same for the commuter. It's a damn shame because I really need a great case before I go on a huge trip the day after Christmas. What do you think my chances are?
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Well this really sucks. Looks like the defender won't be available for a while now in America. Sad to say the same for the commuter. It's a damn shame because I really need a great case before I go on a huge trip the day after Christmas. What do you think my chances are?
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The commuter is already out.
Edit: Of course it seems like they go out of stock everyday. Just this morning otterbox had them on their site, but now they show out of stock again except for the breast cancer awareness one.
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The commuter is already out.
Edit: Of course it seems like they go out of stock everyday. Just this morning otterbox had them on their site, but now they show out of stock again except for the breast cancer awareness one.
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I can't find any deal for a commuter case anywhere. Otterbox has them as out of stock same with amazon, and it looks like all the ebay deals are for pre-order
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I can't find any deal for a commuter case anywhere. Otterbox has them as out of stock same with amazon, and it looks like all the ebay deals are for pre-order
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Check back on otterbox regularly if you want the commuter. They just had them a couple mornings ago, went out of stock, then they had 'em again this morning and are now out of stock.
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I can't find any deal for a commuter case anywhere. Otterbox has them as out of stock same with amazon, and it looks like all the ebay deals are for pre-order
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You should just get the ballistic soft gel case then its around the same price as the *commuter* and double the case lol plus it doesnt make the note 2 much bulkier than it already is
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First off, let me describe what I look for in a case/ sleeve.
First and foremost, I want a premium look and feel, preferably leather, but other materials will do. I paid a large sum of money for this gorgeous tablet, and I would like to put it in a gorgeous case. In my opinion, getting a slim tablet and putting it in a tank like case defeats the purpose of the tablet being thin in the first place.
Typically the premium factor is limited to sleeves. I have not found any high end leather CASES, they're all either pleather, or low quality leather, and look poor on the tablet. Also most leather cases that double as stands look weird, or have too much excess material to secure the tablet to the 'board' of sorts on the back of the case.
Shown here:
http://www.amazon.com/Poetic-Slimbook-Leather-Function-Warranty/dp/B00A6X4048/ref=pd_sim_pc_2
As far as cases go, cases that have a cover, but then fold back to form a weird angled stand like so: http://www.amazon.com/i-Blason-Google-Elastic-Included-Warranty/dp/B009RZPH1G/ref=pd_sim_pc_10
are just weird in my opinion, they look odd, and I don't want that much snapping on and off the corners of the tablet, it'll create ware.
However Sleeves often do not have a clasp, or a securing mechanism, but as far as I can tell, friction will do it's job of keeping the tablet in the case, especially due to the Nexus 10's grippy back.
So far I have found two cases that employ both form, function, and a premium feel.
A sleeve: http://www.dodocase.com/products/durables-sleeve-for-nexus-10
(Although it is neither made of leather, nor does it have a clasp)
and a Case: http://www.amazon.com/Poetic-Slimbook-Leather-Function-Warranty/dp/B00A6X4048/ref=pd_sim_pc_2
(Also not leather, but the leather texture will do if realistic enough. At least I don't think it's leather)
I do have one question about the poetic slimbook case I just linked to, would the cover of that stay attached and covered if held upside down via a magnet of sorts, or is it rather flimsy, and just flops around, as a slave to gravity?
To close, I would like to ask a few questions.
Does anyone else have a want for a premium case or sleeve, or am I the only one?
Has anyone found cases or sleeves that are similar to the ones mentioned above (the last two, not the first two)?
Any word on that smart cover that the nexus 10 was unveild with, shown in the video from The Verge Hands on and such.
Also I'd like to mention that I'm really interested in buying a product from http://www.vajacases.com/ however they conveniently do not have a nexus 10 case.
You hit the nail on the head. My thoughts on cases are basically yours. And the Vajacases are really awesome but in my opinion too much premium and therefore too expensive. I think i'll wait for the verge-video-case which hopefully seamlessly attaches to the N10. It can't be too expensive as well. I'm curious when we'll get more information on the same.
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http://www.amazon.co.uk/Poetic-SLIM...1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1354535258&sr=1-1
This is the one i ordered. Best one for low profile ive seen so far
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http://www.amazon.co.uk/Poetic-SLIM...1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1354535258&sr=1-1
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I ordered the Slimline, and got this one http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00A6X3ZM6/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00 in the meantime. I it arrived yesterday. I'm going to return the Poetic that's in the OP when it arrives. This one is nice.
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I'll Take It
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I ordered the Slimline, and got this one in the meantime. I it arrived yesterday. I'm going to return the Poetic that's in the OP when it arrives. This one is nice.
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If you want to send it up to me in Canada I will pay you full price. We can't get the poetic cases up here. Which one were you going to return?
There's a thread now in accessories with a video and pics of the poetic slimbook a guy just received. I also ordered one as there's only 3 left in stock and it looks good enough for me.
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I cant wait for the slimline case as I love it on my nexus 7
SF bags offer some good looking high quality sleeves.
http://www.sfbags.com/products/nexus-cases/nexus-slipcase.php. In this slipcase video, it shows kindle fire slipcase and it shows that even when turned upside down, the kindle won't come out.
they have plenty other choices but it's pre-order for now and start to ship at 11 december. The prices are kinda steep but since you don't care much about price, might as well try it out. Personally, i love the citysleek design.
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SF bags offer some good looking high quality sleeves.
http://www.sfbags.com/products/nexus-cases/nexus-slipcase.php. In this slipcase video, it shows kindle fire slipcase and it shows that even when turned upside down, the kindle won't come out.
they have plenty other choices but it's pre-order for now and start to ship at 11 december. The prices are kinda steep but since you don't care much about price, might as well try it out. Personally, i love the citysleek design.
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I've looked through and seen all of the SF bags for the Nexus 10 a while ago, the suede jacket (http://www.sfbags.com/products/nexus-cases/nexus-suedejacket.php) seems to be to my liking. I personally would want something with a little more protection (I don't know how, but I feel like leather would protect it more than suede, despite them being virtually the same material).
The city slicker one is cool, and so is the out back one, but as far as the city slicker and other multipurpose/ travel/ compartmentalized cases go, I already have a North Face Surge bag, so I don't need any more space. I'm looking for a case or sleeve that would protect my tablet INSIDE of my other back, as well as protect it from day to day carrying outside of my backpack, such as if I'm driving to a friend's house, I'd want to case it and throw it on my passenger seat.
I know the previous sentance is a run on, but it's 4:30 am where I am, and I don't care about run on-s and grammar at the moment.
http://www.noreve.com/langue/en.html
Looks like they'll have one for the Nexus 10 eventually.
How about the SFBags Nexus 10 Smart Case? It looks to be right up your alley.
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http://www.noreve.com/langue/en.html
Looks like they'll have one for the Nexus 10 eventually.
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I got a notification today....they are ready for order...
http://www.noreve.com/langue/en/product/Samsung_Google_Nexus_10_Tradition_leather_case.html
A little pricey...I would like to see a review of the quality before purchasing...
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I got a notification today....they are ready for order...
http://www.noreve.com/langue/en/product/Samsung_Google_Nexus_10_Tradition_leather_case.html
A little pricey...I would like to see a review of the quality before purchasing...
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The Nexus 7 case was well reviewed. I'd like a quality case too, but $100+ makes me think twice considering the life of gadgets.
Thanks for the heads up. Looks like it's pre order now and becoming available at the end of the month.
Here is the sfbags.com sleeve with optional pocket for the Nexus 10. Ordered it Friday morning and paid for the FedEx ground delivery and was upgraded to the priority delivery for free and received it Monday morning. This thing is nicely made and it was exactly what I was looking for, tablet goes in snug and has 3 anchors to help to you insert it and remove it from the sleeve. The mesh pocket is a extra feature and I use it to carry my freedompop hotspot and a stylus pen. I am hoping that when the oem cover is release, it will fit without a problem but its a very snug fit.
Only thing I would change would be added a cord at the end to fully enclose the device inside. I paid $32 shipped to me.
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I've actually been looking at this case since it appears that the nexus 10 is pretty similar in size to the note 10.1, and this case seems to offer good protection.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Nimbus-10-U...1_1?s=computers&ie=UTF8&qid=1355416000&sr=1-1
Anyone know anything about it or have any opinions?
EDIT: On closer inspection it seems the nexus 10 is too wide. Odd, I thought there was a different version of the case for bigger tablets but I can't seem to find it.
I just received an Ultimate Sleeve case from SFBags for my Nexus 10. This is one nice sleeve. It's very sturdy, well-made, and fits the Nexus 10 perfectly. I bought it to protect the tablet while traveling and I think this sleeve will do a far better job than the Case Logic case I bought and returned. I don't care to test it, but the SFBags sleeve has thick padding and the plastic insert sewn into one side should prevent damage for anything short of a drop-kick. I definitely feel a lot better about throwing my Nexus 10 into a backpack or suitcase. It's not cheap but it's worth it if you're looking for quality protection.
SF Bags Slip Case
Received mine yesterday. It is $36 (shipping included) well spent. It fits tight and looks good.
I got the CitySlicker from SF Bags. It's really a quality sleeve/bag. :good: I imagine it will be too big for some, but it's great having space for headphones and a cleaning cloth with the tablet at all times. Also looks and feels high end.
For the price, I sure hope it fits whatever I end up replacing the Nexus 10 with down the road!
I second SF bags. I have their slip case and couldn't be happier.
http://www.sfbags.com/products/nexus-cases/nexus-cases.php