Can anyone speak for the build quality of these two companies? The Blurex case is almost 3x the price as the Poetic and the only difference I can see is the latch that holds them closed.
Blurex $18.50 - Poetic $6.95
scottypimpin636 said:
Can anyone speak for the build quality of these two companies? The Blurex case is almost 3x the price as the Poetic and the only difference I can see is the latch that holds them closed.
Blurex $18.50 - Poetic $6.95
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They are the same it seems.
The Blurex has a Built-in Sleep / Wake Feature. The Poetic doesn't. Which I'm assuming is the reason why it's priced higher. They both should be the same build quality.
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jjdevega said:
The Blurex has a Built-in Sleep / Wake Feature. The Poetic doesn't. Which I'm assuming is the reason why it's priced higher. They both should be the same build quality.
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If that's the only difference, the sleep/wake function is triggered by a magnet about 30mm to the left of the front facing camera. Should be easy enough to add one yourself.
jjdevega said:
The Blurex has a Built-in Sleep / Wake Feature. The Poetic doesn't. Which I'm assuming is the reason why it's priced higher. They both should be the same build quality.
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Although Poetic does not include the auto wake/sleep feature in their product description, but I think / hope that they will include it. Their hardback case for nexus 7 also never mention the auto wake/sleep in the description, but the feature is there.
Poetic hardback nexus 7
I own that same Blurex case for my Nexus 7. It's incredibly well-built and feels like it should be a $30 or $40 case, even though it only cost me $15.
I also own a Poetic case for the Nexus 7, although not in the same style as the one you linked to. It's build quality is very cheap and it doesn't hold up to wear and tear nearly as well as the Blurex case does.
Definitely go with Blurex.
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Yeah I'm looking in the market for a case.. But I wanted to see what you guys would recommend for a case I'm not trying to go over 20$ but that's without shipping lol...
Nexus 7 of HELLBoy
MoKo is a great product line available on amazon.
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I'm currently using this:
http://www.casecrown.com/kindle-fire/hard-cover/case-black
which is working fine but would like a book style case where the cover also doubles as a stand...similar to this one, which I have for the iPad:
http://www.casecrown.com/ipadn/omni/case-black
Would even go for one in leather if Yoobao made one.
What's the best case under thirty dollars
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I just ordered the yoomee case from amazon.
its only $6, techincically its for the fire, but fits the nexus perfectly, and even has a strap that you can put a magnet under turning it into a smart cover
geek.com has the article, but I can't post the link because i am a noob to the forums.
it will work until they start making quality cases that are form-fitted correctly.
corvato said:
I just ordered the yoomee case from amazon.
its only $6, techincically its for the fire, but fits the nexus perfectly, and even has a strap that you can put a magnet under turning it into a smart cover
geek.com has the article, but I can't post the link because i am a noob to the forums.
it will work until they start making quality cases that are form-fitted correctly.
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http://www.geek.com/articles/mobile/make-a-nexus-7-smart-cover-for-less-than-10-20120718/
this one?
Looks like YooMee has this on preorder which looks almost the same case but for the Nexus if u care to wait
http://www.amazon.com/YooMee-Androi...7?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1342730957&sr=1-7
I'm kind of looking for a slim case, with some kind of stand, close lid, &fashionable lolol
Nexus 7 of HELLBoy
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=28989783
This is my favorites. They're all slim cases.
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If you want a good sleeve try the timbuk2 kindle fire plush sleeve, fit is nice and firm
I have one for my iPad and love the thing. I emailed INVELLOP and they said they are working on one for the nexus 7. It will be out in roughly a month.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aag/main?i...etplaceID=ATVPDKIKX0DER&seller=A29EU1T1L1ODH2
Ellerbestyle said:
I have one for my iPad and love the thing. I emailed INVELLOP and they said they are working on one for the nexus 7. It will be out in roughly a month.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aag/main?i...etplaceID=ATVPDKIKX0DER&seller=A29EU1T1L1ODH2
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I had one of these on a work iPad as well, really liked the case...really hated the iPad. I have the stock N7 case but I think this would be better.
Interesting. Looks great. Does the cover fold back properly? I ordered a Poetic smart case similar to this and fearing it won't lay flat when folded back.
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Oh it works perfect. I just love the case. I will keep y'all informed if they contact me again about it.
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Looks awesome! This is exactly the sort of case I'm looking for. I like the fact that the stock case fits the look and feel of the tablet, but it didn't seem to fold back properly, and I'd rather buy a case that has built in magnetic functionality.
Do you know if they ship to Australia? Every case I've found so far that fits my wants (unobtrusive, doesn't cover the bezel, looks decent, has magnets) can't be shipped to Australia.
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this probably would have been the case i got if it had come out with the nexus. i've already ordered 3 other cases so gonna have to skip this one.
What ever happened to this case? I've been holding off on buying a case until this one came out but I'm starting to think I may have to look elsewhere.
Another Option for a case
ShadrachCA said:
What ever happened to this case? I've been holding off on buying a case until this one came out but I'm starting to think I may have to look elsewhere.
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I was looking for an invellop case too and found this one instead for my Nexus 7. It's the Poetic Slimline case. Only 1.7 cm thick. It's really sharp looking with a magnetic opening too.
Just search for it on Amazon: Poetic SLIMLINE Portfolio Case for Google Nexus 7
Hello,
I am looking to buy a slim, light, non-bulky case for my nexus 7 that has something that can stand it up at an angle(and preferably an automatic lock/unlock function). I have already bought and tried the blurex slim folio tablet case, but it feels very bulky when you have the front cover folded around the back, which is the position that I will be using most if the time.
I saw the poetic slimline case on amazon and it looked perfect until I saw that it had cheap material. If anyone could recommend a case similar to this one, or give feedback on your personal experience with this case, please do.
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Ah, I was just about to recommend the poetic slimline until I read the rest of your post. Thats the only one that really matches your description. There might be others, I'm not sure though. Im not sure on the materials though of the case.
Slimline case review: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1901596
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Get the new Nillkin Stylish ones, they are just like the poetic slimline, but really premium, I've had both and I can really tell the difference
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naruses said:
Get the new Nillkin Stylish ones, they are just like the poetic slimline, but really premium, I've had both and I can really tell the difference
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The Nilikin Stylish ones look nice but I have a couple questions. Is it a smart cover? Meaning will it autowake the Nexus 7? Also is the cover held shut at all? I mean when it's closed are there any magnets that keep the cover closed? Similar to the Poetic cover which does?
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The Nilikin Stylish ones look nice but I have a couple questions. Is it a smart cover? Meaning will it autowake the Nexus 7? Also is the cover held shut at all? I mean when it's closed are there any magnets that keep the cover closed? Similar to the Poetic cover which does?
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Yes, it is a smart case.. but no, it won't shut completely, front flap is not secured.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TAnXdDyPbAI
Picked up this combo on ebay. Its perfect. Was only $19.99....
http://www.ebay.com/itm/caseen-Navy-...item4d07e4bd59
naruses said:
Get the new Nillkin Stylish ones, they are just like the poetic slimline, but really premium, I've had both and I can really tell the difference
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Looks very nice, especially the grey version. When you fold the cover flap flat to the back, does it stick somehow? I hate how the covers usually just flap around when folded back. That's my biggest pet peeve with cases.
I just found this: http://www.amazon.com/GMYLE-Leather...id=1356928132&sr=8-1&keywords=Nillkin+nexus+7
Sounds tempting for $6
I decided to order the poetic case and see how it is
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Title says it all.
Looking for a cheap, thin case than can angle the Nexus 7 in a way that Apple's Smart Covers do for the iPad.
Buy a case and put a magnet in it
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Case for Nexus 7
Valerianus said:
Title says it all.
Looking for a cheap, thin case than can angle the Nexus 7 in a way that Apple's Smart Covers do for the iPad.
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When I bought my Nexus 7 at Tesco I also bought a 'Port Phoenix II' which is a universal case for a 7" tablet but holds my Nexus 7 perfectly.
It is a black nylon like fabic which folds like a book and also holds the Nexus 7 vertically in landscape mode with two positions.
It cost £14.99 and I consider it very good value.
Maybe some thing like this?
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B008GSMRAY/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
I have ordered it my self but not got it yet. Almost felt bad that the delivery to Sweden were higher then the price for the case it self.
lintz said:
Maybe some thing like this?
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B008GSMRAY/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
I have ordered it my self but not got it yet. Almost felt bad that the delivery to Sweden were higher then the price for the case it self.
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According to the some comments in amazon ...
[...]Closing the cover turns off the screen but if you fold the front cover around the back, this also turns of the screen[...]
[...]The case has a magnet and what feels like a metal insert for strenghthening - these are interfering with the compass[...]
antiker1 said:
According to the some comments in amazon ...
[...]Closing the cover turns off the screen but if you fold the front cover around the back, this also turns of the screen[...]
[...]The case has a magnet and what feels like a metal insert for strenghthening - these are interfering with the compass[...]
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Yea saw those to but since it had mostly good reviews and a low price I bought it any way.
And well both those two are down sides of "smart covers" with magnets. In the worse case if I have the same problem I'll remove the magnets. I'm used to wake it up with the start button any way.
I have this cheap one from Ebay and LOVE IT! Great quality, slim, and works like a charm.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/251150464714?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
antiker1 said:
According to the some comments in amazon ...
[...]Closing the cover turns off the screen but if you fold the front cover around the back, this also turns of the screen[...]
[...]The case has a magnet and what feels like a metal insert for strenghthening - these are interfering with the compass[...]
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I've got that case (Purchased from that listing) and I don't get the problem of it turning the screen off when folded behind. Although I have on a different case, not on this one. No idea about the compass.
Poetic Slimeline
There's a case on Amazon made by Bluerex selling for $15.99, with a screen protector included. (I can't post a link because I'm too new to the forum).
I don't own it but it's got good reviews.
njbair said:
There's a case on Amazon made by Bluerex selling for $15.99, with a screen protector included. (I can't post a link because I'm too new to the forum).
I don't own it but it's got good reviews.
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Does seem like a good case. And the added screen protector is a nice touch.
I'm a bit particular about cases/covers for my devices, and this is the third I've bought for my Nexus 7. But I really am pretty pleased with this one. I've also got a Poetic slimline, and the official Nexus travel cover.
This is a slim folding smart cover from "Veox". Purchased via Amazon in the UK. Cost £19.95, so not cheap. The back is a very thin, fairly flexible plastic, so hopefully it won't crack at the corners like some cases do. The front cover is a lightly textured vinyl, which isn't pretending to be leather. Inside the front is the usual fabric. The wake/sleep magnet functions perfectly, and isn't putting the tablet to sleep when folded right back. It's a little unsteady in the perch & type positions, but I expect that to improve as the cover loosens up a little. And all the ports, mics, etc. are catered for (on a WiFi model).
A few pics for you folks to peruse. Maybe this case is available in other markets under a different name.
dicko1975 said:
I'm a bit particular about cases/covers for my devices, and this is the third I've bought for my Nexus 7. But I really am pretty pleased with this one. I've also got a Poetic slimline, and the official Nexus travel cover.
This is a slim folding smart cover from "Veox". Purchased via Amazon in the UK. Cost £19.95, so not cheap. The back is a very thin, fairly flexible plastic, so hopefully it won't crack at the corners like some cases do. The front cover is a lightly textured vinyl, which isn't pretending to be leather. Inside the front is the usual fabric. The wake/sleep magnet functions perfectly, and isn't putting the tablet to sleep when folded right back. It's a little unsteady in the perch & type positions, but I expect that to improve as the cover loosens up a little. And all the ports, mics, etc. are catered for (on a WiFi model).
A few pics for you folks to peruse. Maybe this case is available in other markets under a different name.
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wow this is the first ive heard of this cover but I think this is the closest ive seen in terms of a thin frame with the smart capabilities. The poetic and and others still have a very thick case holding the tablet which im not a fan of, but this looks very nice and thin. Do you have a link by chance?
Here you go: -
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Black-Ultra...7124/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1363210931&sr=8-1
Choice of ten colours too.
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This case does look great. I have one question: does the cover stay closed when it faces down? I have a Poetic slimline case. It doesn't feel as high quality as this one, but it has 3 small magnets at the "right" side of the case (Nexus 7's button side) so it holds the cover. I really like that feature and I hope this one does, too.
This is very similar to the one I bought on ebay:
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Fold-Magneti...0&var&hash=item4d089682dd&_uhb=1#ht_50wt_1139
Mine has a longer cover so it kind of wraps around and it probably stands a bit sturdier. Love this case
No, there's no retention for the cover, so it will flap open if you hold it on its edge or upside down. But to be honest, that doesn't bother me at all.
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coolloser said:
This is very similar to the one I bought on ebay:
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Fold-Magneti...0&var&hash=item4d089682dd&_uhb=1#ht_50wt_1139
Mine has a longer cover so it kind of wraps around and it probably stands a bit sturdier. Love this case
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I've looked at that one too. A colleague has it. Felt a lot bulkier than this Veox one, and has a tendency to enable sleep mode when folded right back.
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It looks good and seems well made, though I wish they added some sort of lock for the cover.
dicko1975 said:
I've looked at that one too. A colleague has it. Felt a lot bulkier than this Veox one, and has a tendency to enable sleep mode when folded right back.
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I must have a newer version than your colleague then because I have never had it sleep with it folded back...in fact that was the first thing I tested!
Interesting thing my room-mate notices with his rotating case from BestBuy (that does have the sleep issue with the cover folded back); if he has it in portrait mode when folding back it does not sleep and he can then turn to landscape without issue, but if he has it in landscape first it will sleep right away.
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Here you go: -
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Black-Ultra...7124/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1363210931&sr=8-1
Choice of ten colours too.
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I just cannot find one for US.What a pity.
Dannyada1988 said:
I just cannot find one for US.What a pity.
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try dealextreme:
http://dx.com/p/stylish-protective-pu-leather-case-for-google-nexus-7-red-156390
ive got a black VEOX smart cover! and its just amazing so slim and light and has good protection
Is it easy to take tablet out? Thx!
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issak42 said:
try dealextreme:
http://dx.com/p/stylish-protective-pu-leather-case-for-google-nexus-7-red-156390
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I don't think it's the same case.
NotLutzik said:
Is it easy to take tablet out? Thx!
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Its easy.. Just push the edge down a bit
Still very secure
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Is there any way to order it in US?
Had a look on Amazon and eBay US sites, I don't see anything resembling the Veox. The Amazon UK seller shows rates for shipping to Australia & Far East, but not US. I'll email and ask.
Update: Vendor on Amazon UK will NOT ship to USA. Sorry.
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What ever happened to "it's a small world"
I had one.
The magnets kept on shutting it off. It's totally useless.
(VEOx Case)
Really? The magnet in mine is behaving perfectly. Only puts the Nexus to sleep when it's supposed to. Maybe you had an inferior early version.
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