Hey guys, lately I've been looking around for cases and screen protector's for my Nexus 7. I saw this sale for Kindle Fire cases and decided to try one out. It turns out that the case fit almost perfectly (except that it covered the head phone jack). I also bought a Kindle Fire screen protector and it covered the screen perfectly without covering the light sensor and camera. So let me ask you this, would you buy stuff that's compatible with your Nexus 7 that's cheaper? Or would you rather purchase something that's made specifically for your Nexus 7 that's more expensive?
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In this thread; http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1754717 I touched on the idea that the Kindle Fire and Nexus 7 might be close enough in dimensions that they could share some cases..
There are posts of the same product number for both devices.
So it got me thinking as to how many of those cases might be compatible and already available.
Perhaps owners of both having cases for their Kindle Fire could check fitment and let us know.
Comparison: Google Nexus 7 16GB vs. Amazon Kindle Fire
http://pdadb.net/index.php?m=pdacomparer&id1=3641&id2=3523
EDIT: seems I am a bit late to the idea, but none the less a perfect opportunity to pool our resources together and confirm fitment.
clockcycle said:
In this thread; http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1754717 I touched on the idea that the Kindle Fire and Nexus 7 might be close enough in dimensions that they could share some cases..
There are posts of the same product number for both devices.
So it got me thinking as to how many of those cases might be compatible and already available.
Perhaps owners of both having cases for their Kindle Fire could check fitment and let us know.
Comparison: Google Nexus 7 16GB vs. Amazon Kindle Fire
http://pdadb.net/index.php?m=pdacomparer&id1=3641&id2=3523
EDIT: seems I am a bit late to the idea, but none the less a perfect opportunity to pool our resources together and confirm fitment.
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This case works fine http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1767318
Well, since I'm not at 10 posts yet, I can't submit a link, but this case:
www .amazon.com/Kindle-Genuine-Leather-Cover-Marware/dp/B005QPXEK2/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1342645991&sr=1-1&keywords=kindle+fire+case+green
Fits my Nexus 7 perfectly, like it was designed for it. Which is great, since I loved the case for my Fire.
Regards,
Mark
Rocketfish kindle fire cases fit perfect!
akwally1 said:
Well, since I'm not at 10 posts yet, I can't submit a link, but this case:
www .amazon.com/Kindle-Genuine-Leather-Cover-Marware/dp/B005QPXEK2/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1342645991&sr=1-1&keywords=kindle+fire+case+green
Fits my Nexus 7 perfectly, like it was designed for it. Which is great, since I loved the case for my Fire.
Regards,
Mark
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Thanks for that. This was the exact case and color I wanted for the Nexus 7. I was waiting on Marware, but I'll take your word that it fits the Nexus 7 as well. I just placed my order.
It uses adhesive to secure the device. Smart-cover type functionality it appears from the video. Looks sweet. Anyone want to pull the trigger?
http://www.case-mate.com/Amazon-Kindle-Fire-Cases/Case-Mate-Amazon-Kindle-Fire-Tuxedo-Cases.asp
You do it, then you can tell us all about it.
This might be the best out there atm, wish it was designed for the Nexus so u wouldn't have to have that flap (have it attach like the Ipad)
I'm not gonna spend $40 on a case that isn't designed for my device.
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I agree that this case looks great. I actually prefer this over the magnetic smart covers, as the smart covers do not protect the back of the device. I have ordered this off of Amazon, and will get it in the next couple of days.
The Nexus 7, however... I'll probably get it next week according to Google's E-mail on the matter.
By the way, there's no doubt in my mind that this will work for the Nexus 7:
Both Nexus 7 and Kindle Fire have a "rubberized" back, so if the adhesive works on the Kindle Fire, it'll work on the Nexus 7.
base x height x thickness for Nexus 7 is: 120 x 198.5 x 10.45 mm
base x height x thickness for Kindle F is: 120 x 190.0 x 11.40 mm
What that means is that it'll have a small bezel of ~4mm on the top and bottom of the device (thickness of <1mm will probably be negligible on a case)
Case is "open" and not blocking any ports/buttons (since Kindle Fire has no buttons on the side, if the case had a covering on the side, it would've screwed the Nexus 7's buttons)
Regardless, since I will get the tablet within 30 days (which is the return period for Amazon for this case), I'll try it out and update if it's worth keeping or not for the Nexus 7.
I don't see any better case coming out for it (I prefer a small, sleek case like such), since the actual smart case design (like the ones for the iPad) is patented by Apple, and you know they're going to sue the crap out of any other company that makes it (since they're very sue-happy).
I'm going to pass by best buy tomorrow and see if I can find anything decent that fits...if not I'm ordering this.
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I have this case for my iPad and its by far the best case I've ever had. I hope they make a nexus version soon.
I had this case for my Kindle Fire but unfortunately I sold it along with the Fire when I ordered the Nexus 7. That said, I'm fairly confident that it would work just fine with the N7...the adhesive is very strong and should have no problems attaching to the back of the N7. I took the KF out of this case several times without any issues getting it to stick to the adhesive when I put it back. My only concern would be that because the KF is slightly thicker the case might have a little extra "give" with the N7 when closed.
It's a very sharp looking case, though. Highly recommend for KF, should probably be fine for N7. Using mine without a case at the moment but considering going back to this one.
This new case for the kindle fire 7" seems to be the real deal, do you guys think it will fit the Nexus 7 ?
Here's the link...
http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Kindle-Standing-Leather-Black/dp/B008GGH4FY/ref=kin_ddp_pop_TateABCover_popT
Doubt it. Isn't it a 8.9" screen so it should be noticeably bigger in size.
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player911 said:
Doubt it. Isn't it a 8.9" screen so it should be noticeably bigger in size.
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the link attached is to the 7" version kindle fire hd
I sure hope someone, somewhere comes out with a decent case. Of seems everyone else making 7 inch tablets or EReaders seems to come out with very nice slime cover/cases ((Samsung, amazon kindles, hell even kobo). It has been long enough already.
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elias0441 said:
This new case for the kindle fire 7" seems to be the real deal, do you guys think it will fit the Nexus 7 ?
I doubt this case will work N7. This shell case looks like a exact fit for Fire HD7, plus ports and controls are in totally different location.
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I guess the kindle fire hd is 7.6" x 5.4" x 0.4" (193 mm x 137 mm x 10.3 mm) grabbed from amazon sale page
while the nexus 7 is 198.5 x 120 x 10.45mm (Quote google specs page)
very close in size so some cases may fit each other
but i think anything thats gonna be a perfect fit for one probably won't fit the other
edit*: actually with 2/3rds of an inch difference in width I would say it's definitly not gonna fit
:[ This would be otherwise perfect for what I want for my N7 tho
The N7 is a bit longer than the Fire, this case won't fit. Besides that, the speaker is covered, and I'm sure the power and volume rocker would be as well.
Hi
I had a cover/stand combo back when I had my Nexus 10, it was great.
I was wondering if there was one made for 7" tablets/Tab 3.0 7"? Anyone knows any? If not, any one recommends a standard case instead?
Cheers
01alim said:
Hi
I had a cover/stand combo back when I had my Nexus 10, it was great.
I was wondering if there was one made for 7" tablets/Tab 3.0 7"? Anyone knows any? If not, any one recommends a standard case instead?
Cheers
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i have this one for the tab 3 10.1 but i think they make some for the 7 inch and 8 inch too..
http://artwizz.com/catalog/samsung/galaxytabs/galaxytab3
The brand Incase has the stand case combo. Its called a book. $39
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I have the Otterbox for my Sprint Tab 3 7.0 and the cover converts to a stand. Coolest thing is that my Durango (2013) has a small space under the radio/navi screen and climate controls and the front cover/stand fits perfectly in it. So I have my tablet sitting directly in the dash, securely angled toward me. No movement or anything. It's meant to sit an angle in the cover - maybe 40 degrees, but the opposite side has the ability to hold the tablet up perfectly straight. It's weighted well enough that it won't tip over if sitting on a flat service.
Got it for $29 on Amazon.
I got both my parents a cheap Letherette Folio Cases for their Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 7.0s, which can also double as a stand and they love them.
Hi guys, my kindle fire HD 7 inches 2012 edition just had a crack alongside the diagonal of the screen. Touch still works, but its a bit distracting as you can imagine. I bought in in december of 2012 from amazon.és and i didn't choose to buy 2 year insurance... Is there anything i can do ? Are there any shops that repair cracked screens at a cheap price? Thanks for your help
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Hi guys, my kindle fire HD 7 inches 2012 edition just had a crack alongside the diagonal of the screen. Touch still works, but its a bit distracting as you can imagine. I bought in in december of 2012 from amazon.és and i didn't choose to buy 2 year insurance... Is there anything i can do ? Are there any shops that repair cracked screens at a cheap price? Thanks for your help
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You can probably find a replacement on ebay but i don't think it will be cheap, i think i remember hearing that the digitizer is part of the lcd screen so it would be replacing both components, might have to get someone to verify that i'm correct about that though. Hooking up the new one is pretty straight forward usually, just some ribbon cables that are plugged into the motherboard, you just have to be careful with it because the parts are delicate. I remember last time i ruined a phone because my screwdriver slipped and went through 3 layers of microfiber cables that went to the lcd screen, bu that was a pre-smartphone so know one cares xD.
The digitizer is the LCD. Finding one used is the best advice. There tend to be bricked ones for sale for dirt cheap with a good screen. Amazon don't usually replace screens unless it's a paid warranty fix.
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