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Poetic Slimbook Review

I recently purchased a Poetic Slimbook case for my Nexus 7. I got it for $7 from Amazon. It's up to $10 now.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008IEGSGU/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00
I don't have my camera so I can't take pictures, but the pictures on Amazon do an excellent job of showing it off. The construction seems quite good. There's no cuts or anything in the leather and the stitching is neat. As you can imagine, it adds a bit of weight and some girth to the tablet. I consider that a good thing, because my Nexus 7 seems very well protected. It seems like it could survive a big fall, but I don't intend to test it.
The device goes in easily. You wouldn't think that a leather flap could keep it in, but it's not going anyplace. Nevertheless, it is easy to remove the device from the case if you want to. The lid is held shut by magnets on the top and bottom right. The "smart" cover also turns the device on and off as expected.
I think there's going to be a break-in period before I feel comfortable using it as a stand in the nearly upright position. It's pretty stiff and quite wobbly. It seems to work fine in the lower position (see the Amazon pictures for details/explanation). Since I didn't really intend to use it as a stand much, it's not a big deal for me.
All of the ports and buttons are easily accessible, although it is now a smidge more difficult to press the buttons. The speaker in the back is completely exposed. It does cover the bezel, but the good news is that the cover does not come right up to the edge of the screen itself. There is a little bit of bezel visible. That means that typing, etc., is not impeded in anyway. I like the bezel being covered because I know that there's no way my Nexus 7 would slip out.
On the inside of the cover there are little pockets to put things like business cards, tickets to sporting events, etc. There's a larger pocket behind those where you could put a check, cash, or something like that. There's also an elastic band that you can use to hold it without fear of dropping it. It works well enough, but the case itself isn't slippery, so I'm not sure how much I'd use it. It's nice to have in case I need it.
Overall I'm very pleased with the purchase. I was expecting much less for $7 with free shipping. I thought this might be a stop-gap case until something nicer comes out. As it is, I don't think I'll be in the market for anything else. Now I can stop being paranoid about my kids dropping something on the screen.

Hopefully you don't mind if I also post a review in your thread...
OK, I had originally thought I could go without a cover on the Nexus 7, until I found the Poetic Slimbook cover on Amazon for under $7 shipped. The case has not disappointed at all, but how can you for disappoint for $6.95? The smart cover capabilities work great and are a nice feature (see attached video for a short demonstration). The cover is held in place with magnets that fit firmly, but not too firm, you can hear the magnets snap in the video too. As revmra mentioned, the case adds some weight and girth to the tablet, but compared to previous tablet cases, one being an otterbox, it is really minimally invasive. The leather and stitching seem high quality, as well as the hand strap. All ports, buttons, speaker and camera are open and accessible. The volume rocker and power button are a little tougher to access since the side of the nexus has a curve to it, but with smart cover tech, I can't see myself using them that terrible much. The hand strap works well and the "kickstand" abilities of this case work better than my other leather case that I had for the Kindle Fire. I will echo the sentiment that the case appears to be able to withstand a fall and give protection to the N7. The edges have leather protruding outward, which should cushion the fall if it lands on a side or corner, and the case has a little padding if it falls flat on the front or back.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008IEGSGU/ref=ox_ya_os_product
All in all, it is a great value for $6.95 and probably still worth it for $12.95 which it has shot up to now. It will be good for me until something cool comes out, like a case with a backup battery, microSD slot and USB port or something like that...
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Are any of you finding the case to be a bit "stiff" when it's brand new?
I just got my case today, and I am finding 2 issues:
(1) the front cover does not sit flat when closed. Specifically, where there is a fold in the leather, it pops out ever so slightly.
(2) the stand function seems a bit flimsy to me. When I put it in on its stand (where the tab is at its most vertical position), I find that the tab isn't holding the flap very well, such that the tablet has a tendency to fall down on the screen.

Does it put tablet to sleep when the cover folded back?

JOLiu said:
Are any of you finding the case to be a bit "stiff" when it's brand new?
I just got my case today, and I am finding 2 issues:
(1) the front cover does not sit flat when closed. Specifically, where there is a fold in the leather, it pops out ever so slightly.
(2) the stand function seems a bit flimsy to me. When I put it in on its stand (where the tab is at its most vertical position), I find that the tab isn't holding the flap very well, such that the tablet has a tendency to fall down on the screen.
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My cover sits flat, but the stand only seems to work in the nearly upright position, the back slips out in the lower position.
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No magnet right?

pyroscott said:
Hopefully you don't mind if I also post a review in your thread...
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Not at all! Thanks for adding the pictures!
JOLiu said:
Are any of you finding the case to be a bit "stiff" when it's brand new?
I just got my case today, and I am finding 2 issues:
(1) the front cover does not sit flat when closed. Specifically, where there is a fold in the leather, it pops out ever so slightly.
(2) the stand function seems a bit flimsy to me. When I put it in on its stand (where the tab is at its most vertical position), I find that the tab isn't holding the flap very well, such that the tablet has a tendency to fall down on the screen.
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It's a little stiff, yes. The "fold" in the cover is so you can use it as a stand, so it won't lie completely flat. Not a huge deal and probably will get better with use. The tab on the back is VERY stiff on mine (which is probably good), but I think it will work better as a stand over time as well.
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Does it put tablet to sleep when the cover folded back?
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I assume you mean when the cover is behind the device when you are holding it? No, it does not. The cover only puts it to sleep when you close it.
hullbay said:
No magnet right?
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Did you read my review? There are magnets that hold the cover closed and a magnet to active the sleep/wake feature, all of which work very nicely.

thanks for the review but i cannot understand how anyone can use a case that covers up the bezel.
not only does it look ugly (IMO), it hinders functionality. it makes it so much more difficult to swipe in from the side.

blahblahyoutoo said:
thanks for the review but i cannot understand how anyone can use a case that covers up the bezel.
not only does it look ugly (IMO), it hinders functionality. it makes it so much more difficult to swipe in from the side.
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Beauty is in the eye of the beholder (or beer-holder, as the case may be). That's why I made the specific point about the fact that the bezel is not 100% covered. Every part of the screen is available, plus a small amount of space on the side. I have not found functionality to be limited in any way, even though I was kind of expecting it. With the bezel mostly covered you know the device is not going anywhere.
I do know what you mean, though. I've got a case for my HTC Desire where the bezel is covered. I often found myself taking it out to use it because the case interfered. Having said that, that case saved my bacon more than once when I dropped my phone. Of course, the Nexus has a far more substantial bezel. While I heard some people complaining about that, here is one situation where it is a definite benefit.
I looked at some of the cases that just hold on at the corners. I think I'd be too paranoid to have one like that. To each, their own.

revmra said:
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder (or beer-holder, as the case may be). That's why I made the specific point about the fact that the bezel is not 100% covered. Every part of the screen is available, plus a small amount of space on the side. I have not found functionality to be limited in any way, even though I was kind of expecting it. With the bezel mostly covered you know the device is not going anywhere.
I do know what you mean, though. I've got a case for my HTC Desire where the bezel is covered. I often found myself taking it out to use it because the case interfered. Having said that, that case saved my bacon more than once when I dropped my phone. Of course, the Nexus has a far more substantial bezel. While I heard some people complaining about that, here is one situation where it is a definite benefit.
I looked at some of the cases that just hold on at the corners. I think I'd be too paranoid to have one like that. To each, their own.
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Agreed that beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
I had an HTC Flyer w/ the Bluerex case. My brother also purchased this Nexus 7 and got the Poetic case that sort of reminds me of the Bluerex, where the tab is held by 6 tabs, but leaves the bezel completely accessible. I'd agree that the case my brother got is a bit more attractive, but I felt like the Slimbook offered a tad bit more protection since it covers the bezel. The design of the slimbook is adequate, in my eyes, plus at $7, I'm not complaining.
It's all a matter of opinion.

I got one similar to this http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008IEGS9W/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00 sorta looks the same. Everything the first two poster said is true. My n7 fits perfectly , the fit feel and overall structure of the case is by far more then what I expected for the price. Giving that it also has puts the n7 to sleep when close is just lovely. I have yet to test it out in stand-up mode seems a bit trouble some to do. Bit if that works well it will be great for gaming since it only stands up in landscape mode. Other then that for the price its a great case.. also fast shipping I ordered it this pass sunday and got it yesterday or today (did t check the mail) its winner in my books.
Also it was $9.95 at the time of purchase

I just got a Poetic Slimbook from Amazon. I paid a bit more than some of you guys, but it works a treat. No issues whatsoever with the magnet. It locks the screen when closing the front cover, and it's not so strong that it causes the Nexus 7 to lock when it's folded back.
I'm already making use of the stylus loop. The only thing I think could be better is the angle when it's set up as a stand. It's too high, Otherwise, I couldn't really ask for a better case. The holes are in the right places, it's got card pockets, and it has a stylus loop.
It would be nice if the card pockets featured an integrated bag of holding, but I suppose it's a bit much to ask for magic at that price.

I have it, and I'm really pleased.
Does anybody know how the auto screen lock actually works? It really intrigues me!
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bobjGear Case Review

So I recently recieved my bobjGear case. These are available from Amazon or bobjGear directly. US customers like myself, who don't want to order from Amazon can still order directly from him too. bobjGear shipped my case out promptly, and priority mail.
Now I only have the factory "Google" or Asus case to compare this too. As you can see the bobjGear case is a thicker. It does have a tacky rubbery feel, that helps you hold onto it.
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Notice the hole on the lower-mid left side of the top of the case. They have directed one of the microphones forward. The other is directed pretty much straight out the bottom.
The buttons on the bobjGear case you definitely won't hit on accident. You do really have to push them to operate them.
The ridge around the case pretty much creates a giant bumper all the way around around the tablet. As you can see by the volume buttons above the bumper is the thinnest on the back, but it's still much more protection compared to the stock case.
Pros:
-More padding around the tablet, hopefully protects it from any accidents.
-Gives the tablet a bit more mass, which makes it feel better in my hands.
-The silicone adds some grip, and feels good in my hands.
-Price, at $20 it's not the cheapest case out there, but definitely not the most exspensive.
-Many colors available.
Cons:
-No cover or protection for the screen. (While this makes it easier to use, I do like the flip cover when I just throw the tablet into a bag, I'll be using a screen protector now.)
-Does add some size to the tablet over the thin factory case.
-Between the extra size of the case, and the grip of the silicone, means it doesn't just slip into my back pocket anymore.
-The extra grip does attract dust and dirt
- ??
Other Thoughts:
I would actually like to see a bit more of a ridge around the tablet on the backside. Most of the thicker material is around the edges and the front side, the back is "thin" compared to the front. While I'm sure this is a compromise as users with smaller hands wouldn't want the case even thicker. So far everyone I've shown the case too though, has thought it really made it feel nice to hold.
My other borderline complaint, is the buttons are almost hard to press. While you definitely won't hit them on accident, now you definitely have to mean to push them.
It would be nice if a thin piece of plastic (similar to what the Otterbox cases have) could be added to protect the screen. While it maybe hard to scratch the glass on the Nexus, I'd still feel better with an extra layer of protection for when I decided to put it in a bag, or throw it in the car seat with other stuff.
Final Word:
Overall I would definitely recommend this case, if nothing else just for the feel alone. It makes the tablet much more comfortable in your hands. It also makes it easier to hold onto. Not to mention, if (when) I drop my tablet I'd much rather it fall in the bobjGear case than the Asus factory case.

Very nice review! Great to see the different takes and types of cases that I haven't seen first hand yet.
That top part makes it look like a pillow! lol. Great for the kiddies so not to worry too much from accidental drops. Hey I dropped mine twice already lol, I had the treegloo case on at both times. Came unscathed, well the N7 did, the treegloo had some indentations, but you can hardly tell they are there.
Anywhoo...great review .

Great review.
Great review .. i have the pink one.
I think its great as it is with the exception of the buttons. They are kinda hard for me to push. I disagree with the screen needed a plastic cover. that is just a false sense of security.. if you hit the screen center you will break it even if something was over it that would let touch work.. One more thing . Wash it in warm water with dish detergent in sink will stop it from being sticky and still give you great grip.
I have the amzer so called impact resistant case. near same price but much less protection. The rubber ring around the screen feels odd in my hand.

erica_renee said:
I disagree with the screen needed a plastic cover. that is just a false sense of security..
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It's not really to protect against breakage, it's more to protect the screen from scratches and chemicals. It's not a huge deal, as I'll just use a screen protector, but an option like this would be nice.
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Wash it in warm water with dish detergent in sink will stop it from being sticky and still give you great grip.
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Thanks for the tip, going to go wash it now!

Nice review. I had been eyeing the BobJ case, and may have gotten it had it been out while I was case shopping. But, it still wasn't due for a few weeks.
I went with the Portenzo case instead. But, the BobJ ruggedness was definitely an appealing close second. Looks good!
[Sent from my Nexie7. Pardon errors.]

Thanks for the review, OhioYJ.
Judging by the photos only I do wish the ridge wasn't as pronounced at the top.

Thanks OhioYJ for the review this is perfect timing just got a Nexus 7 yesterday for my daughter and was already looking at this case, going for the pink one.
And thanks erica_renee for the washing tip will try that as well!

ray4jc said:
Thanks OhioYJ for the review this is perfect timing just got a Nexus 7 yesterday for my daughter and was already looking at this case, going for the pink one.
And thanks erica_renee for the washing tip will try that as well!
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If you have not bought it .. The colors of the cases are not exact to what he has on his site .. I got the (berry something color) it is near HOT PINK.. Had i know it was so bright i would have got green or orange.. However i am very light skin and blonde hair. So most of my cloths and so on fit well with the color.If she has darker hair The case could clash with most darker hair women are not so much into pinkish pastel colors.
Sorry OP if this is off topic. But it is about the case and its colors are off from the website. but then again it could be my monitor..

erica_renee said:
If you have not bought it .. The colors of the cases are not exact to what he has on his site .. I got the (berry something color) it is near HOT PINK.. Had i know it was so bright i would have got green or orange.. However i am very light skin and blonde hair. So most of my cloths and so on fit well with the color.If she has darker hair The case could clash with most darker hair women are not so much into pinkish pastel colors.
Sorry OP if this is off topic. But it is about the case and its colors are off from the website. but then again it could be my monitor..
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She is 5 I think Hot Pink would be a bonus for her! Thanks for the info however.

OhioYJ thanks for the review.
Can OhioYJ or anyone with a more experience, now, tell me how it is standing up to normal use? How about any drops? Or kids using it?

Can't speak for the N7, because the case has only been on it since the release, but I've got 3 of the BobjGear cases for my Toshiba Thrive (a big and heavy device) and his cases have kept it safe and disaster-free for the last 9-10 months. Even in 'little' hands.

I find the wide round edge makes the device much easier and comfy to hold on to while reading and so on .. It does add some weight to it but its not that bad.You just have a better sense of security for the device in your hand with this case..I have tried several others and this one is by far the best . For kids and those with small hands this will also make them less likely to drop the device.Its Not as soft of a rubber as you would think its quite dense and very nice quality material.. The only down side i could say it pushing the buttons are sometimes kinda hard. Or i guess harder to push.. This is the only thing the young children could have a issue with or might have to learn to do...
I WOULD SAY Buy it . IF you do not like send it back...
Good Luck...

I really like the design of this case. Only problem is I use my alarm clock on the N7 so I need something that docks

portage said:
I really like the design of this case. Only problem is I use my alarm clock on the N7 so I need something that docks
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there is a stand for the case on the bobjgear website.. But yea with most after market especially a case made to protect the device a standard dock would NOT work.
there are alternatives on amazon that will accomidate the case.. I just have not really looked...

I'm very happy my new black Bobj case so far.
I share my tablet with my little son (he loves doing puzzles on it).
He's good with stuff and hasn't dropped it but now with the case I'm worry-free :good: Also no harmful chemicals thanks to the food-grade silicone.
The case goes on and off easy enough and it's also easy to clean (doesn't attract dirt as much as i thought it would anyway).
It offers a good grip and I think it provides more protection than i.e. the Amzer skin case because it's so thick.
The sound/power button are covered which makes them a bit harder to push. No more pushing by accident I guess
I'm certainly not getting something expensive like an Otterbox for a budget tablet, insane prices.. I just need something easy and simple anyway, I'm not going camping with the tablet.
As mentioned, you can't use a dock with it I think (unless you take it out everytime or customize it yourself) but I don't want one anyway.
I couldn't order it from Amazon.com because I'm in Canada, so I simply ordered it through the bobjgear website. Best customer service, before and after I ordered :good:
My wife is getting one too now for her Nexus 7 (she's such a copy cat).

I bet she got her nexus first. Tell her the pink one is very VERY Bright..I love mine because i can hold my tablet better with this case.i have a cheap book type case with the cheap band corner straps i put it in when its in my purse to protect the screen .. aweseome protection and not ugly like the gum drop..
bananenstaude85 said:
I'm very happy my new black Bobj case so far.
I share my tablet with my little son (he loves doing puzzles on it).
He's good with stuff and hasn't dropped it but now with the case I'm worry-free :good: Also no harmful chemicals thanks to the food-grade silicone.
The case goes on and off easy enough and it's also easy to clean (doesn't attract dirt as much as i thought it would anyway).
It offers a good grip and I think it provides more protection than i.e. the Amzer skin case because it's so thick.
The sound/power button are covered which makes them a bit harder to push. No more pushing by accident I guess
I'm certainly not getting something expensive like an Otterbox for a budget tablet, insane prices.. I just need something easy and simple anyway, I'm not going camping with the tablet.
As mentioned, you can't use a dock with it I think (unless you take it out everytime or customize it yourself) but I don't want one anyway.
I couldn't order it from Amazon.com because I'm in Canada, so I simply ordered it through the bobjgear website. Best customer service, before and after I ordered :good:
My wife is getting one too now for her Nexus 7 (she's such a copy cat).
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It may be years later, but I do so appreciate this kind of review as BobJGear is still going strong. I have 4 BobJ cases:
Gotcha Green
Outrageous Orange
Batfish Blue
Bold Black
The green is a very bright green and the blue is very loud. The orange and black are more for business, as the colours are more muted.
I did not get from the Amazon store as they would not ship to South Africa. On the other hand, BobJGear China had no hassles and I ordered through Aliexpress.com.
Still one of the best cases around and well worth spending the money.

[Review][+Pics]Seidio's ACTIVE Case with Multi-Purpose Cover

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Seidio Active Case with Multi-Purpose Cover for the Nexus 7.
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Packaging:
No need to dwell on this one. Package arrived with no issues. I opened the Fed-Ex box and found the case secure within a plastic packaging. No annoying sealed edges to cut or deal with.
What's included:
Inside the box are a few items:
A silicone flexible "inner" piece
A soft-touch hard "outer/skeleton" piece
A soft-touch hard Multi-Purpose Cover
There are also instructions for those who have a difficult time with these kinds of things
Instructions:
There are instructions (as is normal with Seidio products) in the shape of the device. The directions fit inside the case in an attempt to replicate the product. No special tools or triple jointed body parts needed!
Next there are also instruction stickers attached to the soft-touch hard "outer" shell and the Multi-Purpose Cover. Personally I saw these as overkill but you never know when someone may need it or can't figure it out. Fortunately these additional directions are just pictures. These secondary directions are pretty well stuck on there and are not made to peel off (in case anyone wants to know). They frankly annoyed me for the first day. Now I don't even notice them.
Quality:
A+!!! Seidio nailed it with this one! Everything lines up great. Headphone jack, speaker, microphone(s) and charging port all have ample clearance. The power buttons and volume keys also line up perfectly with the physical keys that say hidden underneath the case.
Silicone Flexible Inner Piece:
A+ As mentioned above, EVERYTHING lines up perfect. Nothing to note here. Easy as pie to put on. Easy as pie to take off.
Soft-Touch Hard Outer Shell:
A+ A lot of reviews refer to this piece as the Skeleton as it is what gives the case it's strength. To be honest, that makes a lot of sense. This piece is what makes the case useful and sets it apart from the standard case.
This Outer Shell/Skeleton is a hard plastic that features Seidio's signature soft touch. It's not slick at all. This shell literally "clips" right onto the the silicone piece and is a TIGHT fit. It's not easy to remove (at all) so you don't have to worry about it falling off. It's there and it's on there TIGHT!
When you order a different color case, this is the piece that varies, the inner silicone and multi-purpose cover will remain the same.
***As is, Seidio sells JUST the combination mentioned above but they also sell a combination that includes the Multi-Purpose Cover (mentioned below)***
Multi-Purpose Cover:
A- Let me start by saying this. I have the book-style cover on my kindle. It's great for books and if that's your preference. Personally, I wasn't about to put one on my Nexus 7. Personal preference.
That being said, the idea behind this Multi-Purpose Cover is what sold me and it, mostly, does the same things that all those popular iProduct and Nexus/Kindle cases do. In my opinion, this blows them out of the water. Here is why: every case I've seen has a landscape (and occasionally portrait) option. Each of those cases usually can sit at 2 or 3 angles. If you don't want the front cover of the book-style your only option is to take it out of the case or use the funky-elastic straps to snag the front of the Nexus and hold in it place. I refused to do this because I feel that this looks TERRIBLE!
Enter the Multi-Purpose Cover! There are indents on the corners of the Outer Shell/Skeleton that line up in all directions with the cover. Basically it clips on and stays on (for as long as you want it to) whenever you want to store the cover on the front or back of the device. I was easily able to pick up the case and shake it around with the Nexus attached without fear of it falling.
If you want it on the back of the case, you can put it on. If you don't want it on the back of the case, you can take it off. If you are transporting the Nexus, you can put it on. If you aren't and are just using it around the house, you can take it off. There is plenty of room between the cover and the screen of the Nexus 7 when in place over the screen to help prevent damage to our fragile toys.
If you want to use it as a stand, you can! There is a piece built into the cover that folds out and acts as a stand. Not only that, but there are 10 angles you can choose from to use the cover as a stand. I must say that this piece feels a bit clumsy and I am curious to see how this holds up long term.
When using the cover as a stand there are long rubber feet that help prevent the the stand from sliding across a desk or table.
I only have two dislikes about the cover which is what gives the cover itself a A- rating. First, when in landscape mode it feels like there is a bit of wiggle (front and back) where the Nexus sits in the stand. It doesn't seem to affect anything but it's worth noting. That being said, it didn't stop me from using it. It works great when working on projects in bed, etc. Second, there isn't a viable option to use the stand in portrait mode (if I ever wanted to) as the Nexus 7 would only be resting on one tab of the cover. I feel that this is an oversight that could have been corrected with perhaps a longer middle tab. Perhaps it'll be worked on in future versions. Either way, as long as you know these two things going in, you'll be happy.
It's also worth noting that having the Cover on the Nexus 7 does not seem to effect the sound quality of music/video.
Overall:
A In my opinion this is the best product I've ever seen Seidio produce. It's simple and to the point. It protects our beloved Nexus and looks good doing so. It withstands the pressures that the day to day activities can throw at it.
We've all seen the horror stories of the glass on the Nexus 7 breaking too easily. This was one of my MAIN reasons for wanting a case for it. I can confidently say that this case has alleviated those concerns. I've had the Nexus in the outer pockets of my luggage and in my gym bag and have put them through their standard uses and the case (and more importantly the Nexus) have come out completely unscathed!
Is it worth $34 bucks ($44 with the cover) when an ebay case can be had for 1/4 to 1/2 the price? I would most definitely say YES!
Want one? You can find them at Seidio's website by clicking HERE!
If anyone has any questions about the case or would like additional photos, be sure to let me know. I'm in the process of moving so responses may be delayed. :good:

Fantastic review. Thanks for the great pics too. I was wondering if you could tell me how thick the case and cover are together? I keep my nexus in my flight suit leg pocket and need the cover. I have a seidio active for my phone and love it. I am just wondering if it is to thick. Thanks!
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Uh60m Pilot said:
Fantastic review. Thanks for the great pics too. I was wondering if you could tell me how thick the case and cover are together? I keep my nexus in my flight suit leg pocket and need the cover. I have a seidio active for my phone and love it. I am just wondering if it is to thick. Thanks!
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It appears to be right about 1" from front to back with the cover. About 3/4" from each edge it drops to about 3/4" from front to back.

kelmar13 said:
It appears to be right about 1" from front to back with the cover. About 3/4" from each edge it drops to about 3/4" from front to back.
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I was going to say that's too big to fit in my cargo pocket but the case I'm currently using is an easy 3/4". What is the overall length with the cover on? that's crucial.

Troute said:
I was going to say that's too big to fit in my cargo pocket but the case I'm currently using is an easy 3/4". What is the overall length with the cover on? that's crucial.
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Just a hair over 8" at the corners (the cover only grabs the corners). 8" at the center.
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Thanks for that, a bit too long for me to be able to close the pocket flap

Side shot that shows the size of the cover on the device (and more importantly the amount of space between the screen and the cover.

When you use the stand cover to protect the screen, does the adjustable part sit against the screen or does it lock or clip?
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When you use the stand cover to protect the screen, does the adjustable part sit against the screen or does it lock or clip?
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It clips/locks closed against the Cover.

Hey, awesome review ! Just the case I will be wanting when I get my N7 !! Does anybody know where I could purchase this in the UK? Thanks,

Sleep Function?
This case does not have the sleep function in the cover, right? Was torn between this one and the FitFolio from Speck. I went with Speck. But I am drawn to this one for some reason. It is Otterbox-esque. I have 7 & 5 year olds. Great review.

IrieBro said:
This case does not have the sleep function in the cover, right? Was torn between this one and the FitFolio from Speck. I went with Speck. But I am drawn to this one for some reason. It is Otterbox-esque. I have 7 & 5 year olds. Great review.
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Here is a picture of the white shell, love the contrast, looks really sharp!
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IrieBro said:
This case does not have the sleep function in the cover, right? Was torn between this one and the FitFolio from Speck. I went with Speck. But I am drawn to this one for some reason. It is Otterbox-esque. I have 7 & 5 year olds. Great review.
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I found a small but powerful magnet (it came from an old phone holster) taped it to inside of the seidio cover above where the sleep sensor is (the part / side that has the stand and the area would be about 1/4 inches inside of the pogo pins) and sleep function works..... You can use felt tape, or even crazy glue... ymmv....
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I found a small but powerful magnet (it came from an old phone holster) taped it to inside of the seidio cover above where the sleep sensor is (the part / side that has the stand and the area would be about 1/4 inches inside of the pogo pins) and sleep function works..... You can use felt tape, or even crazy glue... ymmv....
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So the magnet is high enough that it never comes in contact with the nexus?

does the border of the case around the screen seem like it gets in the way when holding the device and swiping the screen or anything?

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does the border of the case around the screen seem like it gets in the way when holding the device and swiping the screen or anything?
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For me, not at all.

Thanks a lot. I was going to order the Speck Fit Folio, but I'm a bit paranoid and worried about drops. I also have cats and dogs at my place, and I don't need them knocking it over or something.

Thanks OP. I really like this case. Its just what I need. It looks way better than the roo case I'm using now. Plus it will keep slim profile. I think I will order this this weekend. With too case, the corners are stil exposed. This case seems like the best protection overall fpr nexus 7.

how about the bulkiness off the case, just ordered mine from seidio, so i should find out myself by next week. The gf said it looks to be very much a guy case when i asked her what she thought of it, but i always find myself spending the money in order to protect my investments in devices. looks much bettter than the fake leather cases that fold like a book.

The Search for the Nexus 10 Sleeve/Case/Cover of my Deams (and possibly others')

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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shadow_empire1 said:
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
mcgils said:
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.

saryu said:
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.

pdubcramp said:
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...

pedaler said:
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.
Here are the pictures:
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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

[REVIEW] Pitaka Aramid Fiber case for the Note 8

I was looking for a carbon fiber case for my Note 8 and bigmann77 pointed me towards Pitaka as something that may be along the lines of what I wanted. My goal was something that was thin, light, strong, and complimented the beautiful Note 8.
[Purchase]
Ordered the Pitaka Aramid Fiber Note 8 case and MagMount (Car Vent) MagCase for Samsung Galaxy Note 8 $39.11
MagMount (Car Vent) $14.87 (Not much to review, its a great little vent mag mount, but nothing more exciting than any of the others out there)
Shipping $0.00
Total $53.98
A few days later I received a discount via refund for the combo purchase (MagMount + MagCase) of 9.99
Grand total $43.99
[Shipping]
Direct from Singapore to Michigan, USA
Order was placed on 10/31/2017
Order shipped via DHL on 11/06/2017
Order delivered on 11/09/2017
Total days from order to delivery: 9
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Case pictures (without phone)
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[Review]
Appearance: It's absolutely stunning, the weave is perfectly done and the trimming is super precise. It looks exactly like I had expected it to, It reminds me a lot of the Ringke Slim I used to have on my S5, but even thinner.
This case is totally screen protector friendly, it barely touches any of the front glass.
Feel: It has a slight rubbery feel to it which is a major improvement over how slick the non-protected phone feels. It has a similar feel to a smooth TPU.
Buttons and ports: Everything is easily accessible, the cutouts are generous but precise. The top mic port is not perfectly centered and that is a tad annoying.
To give a better sense of how thin this is, the buttons are barely indented from the case and almost seem to be even with them. I got used to the rubber buttons from the Spigen Neo Hybrid that I had on there. This will take some time to get used to.
NFC, Wireless charging: Works perfectly, in fact a LOT better than with the Spigen case on there. I used to have to position it perfectly with the spigen to pick up and now it's a lot less sensitive.
I was able to use tap to pay at lunch and that also worked very well.
Magnetic mounts are working great now, it used to move a lot when I used a mag mount and a TPU case, with these imbeded plates it grabs instantly and holds strong.
Quality: Top notch - I cannot find any flaws in the build. This is defintely a high quality product and for this perfection alone I think this could actually command a higher price.
Protection: This case is strong, very strong. You really can't bend or flex it much unless you put some effort into it. While I would say that it offers little to no shock protection, it definitely will distribute the force well if it fell on the corners or back.
I feel that the Spigen probably protected it better, but I have nothing to back that up aside from the additional bulk that it offered versus this wafer thin aramid fiber.
Could be improved: It would be nice to have some sort of raised edge on the top and bottom, but perhaps it wouldnt look or feel as good as it does. I'm on the fence if that is an improvement.
[Overall Thoughts]
This is a great case for those who want a minimalist approach and is not rough with their phones. I am not willing to drop test it to see if it's as strong as they claim - but I wouldn't have done it with the other case I had either. What it has done for me is given me a better grip, protected the back from scratches and provided some additional strength to the corners without sacrificing the feel of the phone. I think this is as close as you can get to a bare phone while still offering a decent amount of additional protection.
This is the first case I have owned that has actually enhanced the look and feel and not just felt like I was childproofing it. I will be changing my habit of placing the phone face down even though I have a screen protector on it though and I do feel like I am being more gentle with it. Maybe that's because it's new to me or maybe that's just a better idea in general.
Have I ordered from this mfg before? No.
Would I order this product again? Yes - at least from initial impressions.
Planned additional purchases from Pitaka: MagMount QI
[UPDATE] They have provided me a coupon code to share, use Ken10 for 10% off.
I will update this thread after a month or so to see how it's held up.

Well done, thanks.

What kind of Spigen case is that?

chris6278 said:
What kind of Spigen case is that?
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its not a spigen case.
Hey guys u can use my coupon code at checkout for 10% off. Pretty good deal.
10% off code

Amazing! I'm glad you like it. Awesome company, I have several of their products and am awaiting the MagMount QI as well.
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What kind of Spigen case is that?
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Looks like the Spine NeoHybrid
https://www.amazon.ca/Note-Case-Gal...pID=41VoYEiA14L&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch
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What kind of Spigen case is that?
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Looks like the Spine NeoHybrid
https://www.amazon.ca/Note-Case-Gal...pID=41VoYEiA14L&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

Absolutely bigmann, I searched for awhile for something like this. I am glad I posted and you offered that suggestion else I would have never found it. Day 2 into the case I am already used to the feel and shape. It is so slime I can almost put the Spigen case on over it - the TPU fits but can't clip the bezel on.
Yes, the case I replaced was a Spigen NeoHybrid. I will be holding onto it for awhile as my backup - however the Pitaka is probably my favorite case I've purchased, well second favorite as I loved the Otterbox on my early 2000's Blackberry.

Great review, so good I ordered one straight after reading. Cheers

So your not putting it face down because it doesn't keep the screen off a flat surface? I've busted two Whitestone screen protectors on small 3 foot drops onto tile on the corners.

I was avoiding it but not anymore, I have a tpu screen protector it's fine face down.
I've tried to understand what the whitestone comment is referring to but for the life of me I can't figure it out. Sorry.

oarenj said:
Absolutely bigmann, I searched for awhile for something like this. I am glad I posted and you offered that suggestion else I would have never found it. Day 2 into the case I am already used to the feel and shape. It is so slime I can almost put the Spigen case on over it - the TPU fits but can't clip the bezel on.
Yes, the case I replaced was a Spigen NeoHybrid. I will be holding onto it for awhile as my backup - however the Pitaka is probably my favorite case I've purchased, well second favorite as I loved the Otterbox on my early 2000's Blackberry.
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I just ordered one I have been looking for a case that will work with my car magnet mount and my wireless chargers. So either I have been having to choose either magnetic mount or wireless charging. Does this case work good with the mag mount does it stuck good and does it fall off?

Works fantastic with the pitaka mount and a tankship one I got off of Amazon. These cases have imbeded metal plates in them so it hits the magnet strong without having to add an additional plate.
With the tpu case I had it would shift a lot. With this case it sticks better than it did as a bare phone.
I am getting the pitaka qi mag mount next, super satisfied with their products.
Additional note, I wanted a carbon fiber case until I read that the carbon an actually mess with signal strength and nfc - Kevlar (aramid fiber) does not have that issue.

oarenj said:
Works fantastic with the pitaka mount and a tankship one I got off of Amazon. These cases have imbeded metal plates in them so it hits the magnet strong without having to add an additional plate.
With the tpu case I had it would shift a lot. With this case it sticks better than it did as a bare phone.
I am getting the pitaka qi mag mount next, super satisfied with their products.
Additional note, I wanted a carbon fiber case until I read that the carbon an actually mess with signal strength and nfc - Kevlar (aramid fiber) does not have that issue.
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Cool man thanks I ordered one

You'll like it. Great customer support and a great product.
My Magmount QI should be in the mail soon. I have their regular MagMount and it's the same high quality.

Looks like the case went up to $49 but I would still say it's worth it, at least to me. There are some coupons floating around I have seen online so it's worth a look.

oarenj said:
I was looking for a carbon fiber case for my Note 8 and bigmann77 pointed me towards Pitaka as something that may be along the lines of what I wanted. My goal was something that was thin, light, strong, and complimented the beautiful Note 8.
[Purchase]
Ordered the Pitaka Aramid Fiber Note 8 case and MagMount (Car Vent) MagCase for Samsung Galaxy Note 8 $39.11
MagMount (Car Vent) $14.87 (Not much to review, its a great little vent mag mount, but nothing more exciting than any of the others out there)
Shipping $0.00
Total $53.98
A few days latger I received a discount via refund for the combo purchase (MagMount + MagCase) of 9.99
Grand total $43.99
[Shipping]
Direct from Singapore to Michigan, USA
Order was placed on 10/31/2017
Order shipped via DHL on 11/06/2017
Order delivered on 11/09/2017
Total days from order to delivery: 9
[Pictures]
Case pictures (without phone)
Case pictures (with phone)
[Review]
Appearance: It's absolutely stunning, the weave is perfectly done and the trimming is super precise. It looks exactly like I had expected it to, It reminds me a lot of the Ringke Slim I used to have on my S5, but even thinner.
This case is totally screen protector friendly, it barely touches any of the front glass.
Feel: It has a slight rubbery feel to it which is a major improvement over how slick the non-protected phone feels. It has a similar feel to a smooth TPU.
Buttons and ports: Everything is easily accessible, the cutouts are generous but precise. The top mic port is not perfectly centered and that is a tad annoying.
To give a better sense of how thin this is, the buttons are barely indented from the case and almost seem to be even with them. I got used to the rubber buttons from the Spigen Neo Hybrid that I had on there. This will take some time to get used to.
NFC, Wireless charging: Works perfectly, in fact a LOT better than with the Spigen case on there. I used to have to position it perfectly with the spigen to pick up and now it's a lot less sensitive.
I was able to use tap to pay at lunch and that also worked very well.
Magnetic mounts are working great now, it used to move a lot when I used a mag mount and a TPU case, with these imbeded plates it grabs instantly and holds strong.
Quality: Top notch - I cannot find any flaws in the build. This is defintely a high quality product and for this perfection alone I think this could actually command a higher price.
Protection: This case is strong, very strong. You really can't bend or flex it much unless you put some effort into it. While I would say that it offers little to no shock protection, it definitely will distribute the force well if it fell on the corners or back.
I feel that the Spigen probably protected it better, but I have nothing to back that up aside from the additional bulk that it offered versus this wafer thin aramid fiber.
Could be improved: It would be nice to have some sort of raised edge on the top and bottom, but perhaps it wouldnt look or feel as good as it does. I'm on the fence if that is an improvement.
[Overall Thoughts]
This is a great case for those who want a minimalist approach and is not rough with their phones. I am not willing to drop test it to see if it's as strong as they claim - but I wouldn't have done it with the other case I had either. What it has done for me is given me a better grip, protected the back from scratches and provided some additional strength to the corners without sacrificing the feel of the phone. I think this is as close as you can get to a bare phone while still offering a decent amount of additional protection.
This is the first case I have owned that has actually enhanced the look and feel and not just felt like I was childproofing it. I will be changing my habit of placing the phone face down even though I have a screen protector on it though and I do feel like I am being more gentle with it. Maybe that's because it's new to me or maybe that's just a better idea in general.
Have I ordered from this mfg before? No.
Would I order this product again? Yes - at least from initial impressions.
Planned additional purchases from Pitaka: MagMount QI
I will update this thread after a month or so to see how it's held up.
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Thanks for the review. My only quarrel is you say you can't find any flaws in the build quality, yet you say the mic cutout isn't on center. I would consider that a flaw in build quality.

Semantics said:
Thanks for the review. My only quarrel is you say you can't find any flaws in the build quality, yet you say the mic cutout isn't on center. I would consider that a flaw in build quality.
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I can see that. but I saw that as more of a design flaw/issue, and really I can't say if it was intentional or not. It doesn't cover the port or block anything it's just not how I would have done it. I'm a car guy so build quality in my world is all about implementation. The use of the materials and the way it was actually done is flawless, in the design there are some things I would have tweaked. The irony that your SN is Semantics is not lost on me
I also know that I got a first run case so I really want to see more reviews before I totally pass judgement. I friend of mine at work just ordered the same one, we'll see what his is like in a week.

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I can see that. but I saw that as more of a design flaw/issue, and really I can't say if it was intentional or not. It doesn't cover the port or block anything it's just not how I would have done it. I'm a car guy so build quality in my world is all about implementation. The use of the materials and the way it was actually done is flawless, in the design there are some things I would have tweaked. The irony that your SN is Semantics is not lost on me
I also know that I got a first run case so I really want to see more reviews before I totally pass judgement. I friend of mine at work just ordered the same one, we'll see what his is like in a week.
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I was going to order one, but I can't justify 50 bucks for a minimalist case. I can grab a Spigen thin fit that would offer the same protection and size, minus the carbon fiber look for 10 bucks. Great, thorough, review though.

It's definitely a more costly option, but Kevlar is incredibly strong, you really aren't going to get that out of a plastic molded case. So protection would definitely be up for debate, the Spigen would not be as strong by any stretch - but for the purpose of a slim case for the Note 8 will that benefit ever be realized? Probably not.
The Spigen thin fit is thicker, heavier, not as strong, and not a great choice for magnetic mounts without a plate. But does that really matter? All up to the individual.

I had that Pitaka case for the S8+ and i wasn't really happy with it.
If you hold your phone in landscape mode the edges of the case feels pretty sharp and because of that case fits that tight on the phone you better make sure that there is no dust between the case and the phone.
Also taking off the case to clean the phone is really a pain because of that strong material.
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I wonder if they got better or if the less rounded corners of the note were easier to address. I pop the case off easily from the top and there are no sharp edges to report.
I've not seen the s8 version, this is the only one I've had. Thanks for the info, I may avoid it for my wife's 8 or the kids 7s I was planning on some Xmas gifts but I don't want any of those hassles. Looks like it's a note only case for me.
On that note, what do you recommend for a similar s8 case?