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Updated: AT&T Gel Case, Body Glove Pattern Soft Shell Case

This isn't the case for someone who doesn't want to modify it...
Problem:
The case covers the power, shutter and volume buttons. The case does not allow enough room between the button and case.
Result:
Power button and shutter buttons are pressed under the case and often results in powering off.
Solution:
Different case or Dremel your gel case to open up holes This will make it so your finger has to actually work a tiny amount into the case. Accidental presses are gone for me now.
Mod for yourself if you have the tools:
Dremel with a pointy sanding bit.
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Thresher said:
This isn't the case for someone who doesn't want to modify it...
Problem:
The case covers the power, shutter and volume buttons. The case does not allow enough room between the button and case.
Result:
Power button and shutter buttons are pressed under the case and often results in powering off.
Solution:
Different case.
More 'tolerance' between the case and button.
Mod for yourself if you have the tools:
Dremel with a pointy sanding bit. Without piercing the case, grind off excess case material to allow for more headroom.
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Confirmed! Total POS.

I saw the cases at the store and didn't like them. Hopefully some good ones come out.

Agreed! Totally useless. Looks awesome but too tight on my phone and powers it off. Returning mine now. Going to get the silver hard one. Will let you know.

Yeah they almost talked me into it but I was strong. Thanks for the info; glad I didn't get it.

Yeah I made the mistake of buying one of the gel cases... It's HORRIBLE!
I'm going to return it later and buy a amzer case on amazon when I buy my microsd card.

desolateone1 said:
Yeah I made the mistake of buying one of the gel cases... It's HORRIBLE!
I'm going to return it later and buy a amzer case on amazon when I buy my microsd card.
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I was going to return mine but a different problem popped up and it made me realize this case could help me.
Lots of people are reporting accidental power button and camera button presses. This case makes it worse. Thus my awful review.
I am a bit lazy though and refused to look online or return the gel case.
I had previously taken a dremel to the inside of the gel case to allow for more clearance. Well it helped but I still was hitting the power button accidentally...
So it made me think of other cases I have had, why not just cut out those button holes?
So here it is, the modified gel case and it is awesome. No more accidental presses and no need to return anything or buy anything extra.
Check out the pic...

I picked up the grey incipio shell case. I like it. I only got it because my gf works at the att store so only got it for $10.

Nice job! I got the same case and already took it off

I simply returned mine
I went back and got the casemate red and black one. Muche better buttons that this POS

desolateone1 said:
Yeah I made the mistake of buying one of the gel cases... It's HORRIBLE!
I'm going to return it later and buy a amzer case on amazon when I buy my microsd card.
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I don't understand why they aren't shipping until 12/1. This whole WP7 venture just gets more ridiculous everyday...

i got the red and black case mate...i love how it makes the phone feel sturdier. Added grip comes in handy and the gain in thickness makes me feel like im using a handheld gaming device when playing games.

chizzwhizz said:
i got the red and black case mate...i love how it makes the phone feel sturdier. Added grip comes in handy and the gain in thickness makes me feel like im using a handheld gaming device when playing games.
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I had one of those cases and although it was nice, try getting your phone out of it. You almost have to cut the damn thing out.

Weird. I must be the only one who has the case on my phone and it works perfectly. I must be lucky and got one of the Body Glove cases that was made right.
Never had a problem with any of the buttons and I use my phone a lot. I guess if it starts giving me problems, I will have to modify it.

I have the Case Mate Pop, and its an awesome case. Its built like a tank and will have no worries about dropping the phone knowing my phone is well protected. Highly recommended. The Incipio feather case, does not protect it all if you dropped it on its top or bottom, because those areas are not protected it will break or severely scratched up. The Body glove Mirage case is an odd case because you need to mod it, unlike the case for the Captivate. This one does not have the cut outs for the buttons.

Thresher said:
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So here it is, the modified gel case and it is awesome. No more accidental presses and no need to return anything or buy anything extra.
Check out the pic...
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whoever is very good on handling with care a dremel, you probably want to just "sand/reduce some of the interal space around the buttons, without creating a whole.
I am not that good, but I was able to do the internal "reduction" in the power button and it works... I messed with the Camera Shutter (My reduction ends in a whole for the shooter). You may like to try reduction first, as te external look of the cover remains.

jbedoya said:
whoever is very good on handling with care a dremel, you probably want to just "sand/reduce some of the interal space around the buttons, without creating a whole.
I am not that good, but I was able to do the internal "reduction" in the power button and it works... I messed with the Camera Shutter (My reduction ends in a whole for the shooter). You may like to try reduction first, as te external look of the cover remains.
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Would an xacto knife work?

For cutting the hole, yes; but, for reducing from inside, you may like to try better with Sandpaper if you don't have a dremel

jbedoya said:
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I am not that good, but I was able to do the internal "reduction" in the power button and it works... I messed with the Camera Shutter (My reduction ends in a whole for the shooter). You may like to try reduction first, as te external look of the cover remains.
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Here the result pictures

jbedoya said:
Here the result pictures
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Ill give this a try.
I bought the body glove gel case after seeing it on my sister's captivate but didnt expect the buttons to not be cut out. They designed the captivate's so much better.
Thanks for the tip!

SGP Ultra Capsule real life pictures

as promised, here are the pictures we were talking about on the other topic.
i've been using it for 3 months now, i doubt you'll find another case that fits as perfect as the SGP well worth the $20
it comes with a screen protector as well
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pictures taken from Nexus S

Thanks for the pix! Now that I see how it covers the chrome bezel, I am likely to pick one up. I have several dings in my bezel, and a nice case might be just the ticket.

Rearth Ringke - Silicone Case for Motorola Motoroi XT720
I just noticed this one while looking at the SGP (Also available in bright purple). It seems to crawl further over the screen and covers/protects some buttons. Anyone know what the big button next to the volume buttons does on the Motoroi?

Mioze7Ae said:
I just noticed this one while looking at the SGP (Also available in bright purple). It seems to crawl further over the screen and covers/protects some buttons. Anyone know what the big button next to the volume buttons does on the Motoroi?
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very nice find
However.... according to the pictures, and my SGP case
it seems to point out the 4 touch buttons will be under the plastic
but never the less, it's a very good alternative, specially the purple colour one

Mioze7Ae said:
I just noticed this one while looking at the SGP (Also available in bright purple). It seems to crawl further over the screen and covers/protects some buttons. Anyone know what the big button next to the volume buttons does on the Motoroi?
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It looks like a voice command button. Whatever it is, it is definitely missing from the XT720

AllGamer said:
very nice find
However.... according to the pictures, and my SGP case
it seems to point out the 4 touch buttons will be under the plastic
but never the less, it's a very good alternative, specially the purple colour one
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I think that's not too big a problem since the case is silicone, so I suspect you can press the buttons. They seem to thin the case out there so that the lights show through. They do something similar with all the other buttons, too (volume etc). They're covered with a thiner region of silicone. The only holes are the proximity sensors, and where jacks go in (headphones, USB, HDMI, speaker, microphone, strap) and whatever that big button-looking thing is that isn't on our phone. The korean text says "DMB" there which based on some quick googling refers to the Motoroi's TV tuner--it's strange that everything else is covered, so perhaps that's a place you attach an antenna or something. It's interesting. I sort of feel like the silicone coming so close to the edge of the screen might interfere with using the scrollbar depending on how "sticky" the silicone is.

Got mine from Ebay. Very fast Delivery. 7 days from Korea to Singapore.

hey guys,
there's a new case design from SGP, it looks really interesting. have a look here.
Code:
http://www.exportprive.com/valencia-swarovski-crystal-leather-case-motoroi-xt720-white-p-13624.html

how abt org a bulk purchase for SG users...

@Spiderx_mm: look nice
@hermes76: good idea, i can safely say that non of the HP shops here sell case for our phone. The should know that not everyone using I'crap'Phone.

1. count me in

the gap thats ontop of the volume buttons is for the DMB button
aka Digital media broadcast button aka tv button
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Digital_Multimedia_Broadcasting

yeap, most Japanese phones and Korean phones have build in TVs
for times cases exactly like what is happening right now in Japan
the TV does not require 3G, it is over the air like good old antennae TV, but it's Digital

Count me in too,if u guys are serious abt ordering the sgp case altogether.

How much did u pay in total?(Including every single cost) in Sing dollars?

For those who wants to order the SGP ultra capsule for Motoroi, better buy the new black leather case also from SGP. The rubber capsule doesn't look and feel as premier as the phone, so you decide.

chaud said:
How much did u pay in total?(Including every single cost) in Sing dollars?
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Total i pay US$39.99 (Case = 19.99 + EMS shipping =20.00) = S$59+ .
Better buy when US$ rate drop.
Exchange rate: http://www.xe.com/ucc/

+1 recommendation
Just thought I would put my 2 cents in, the case is great and fits very well, I got one from korea through ebay and it came with a screen protector which is also really good. Very sturdy best case I have ever had for a phone.
One thing to keep in mind, the extra distance that the usb flap has to travel caused mine to fall off, not really an issue for me as I found it a little annoying but I would still like it to be on my phone if given a choice. Also the phone "feels" a little plasticy once you install it, it is a totally psychological thing but the phone does not feel as elegant once its on.
All in all tops

Oh, so I got this a little bit ago finally after about 5 weeks shipping. The case itself was a good fit for the most part, except for on the side where one part was popping out and not fitting tightly on like the rest of the case. Whether this was something to do with the way the case was packaged/stored or some other reason I don't know. After working with and trying to squeeze that part to fit, it's not as bad -though it still sticks out a bit. Probably will be fully gone once I wrap something around it and leave it on for a good little while (like an elastic wound tightly would probably do it).
Other than that, the case fits well. But the places around openings (i.e. camera button, power button, etc...) seem roughly cut and unpolished, though it isn't a very big deal, just slight quibble (and may just be mine).
The screen protector which comes with it is not as special as advertised I think, but it does the job and has a good smooth feel to it - and cleans more easily, so I like it.
The thing is, while the case looks nice, fits nice etc... the phone just looks and feels so much better without it on (slimmer, sleeker, nicer to hold etc...), so when I don't need the protection I take it off. But definitely a worthwhile purchase nonetheless.

I am getting my xt720 this week and am now looking for a case. i would really like to get a sgp capsule in black, though it seems like they discontinued this colour and now only sell blue and red.
any news on that front?
thx

Has anyone tried this specific "smart cover" case?

I looked around for smart covers on ebay and found the cover below. It doesn't fold around like this case does and in general looks more stable judging by the pictures (they could be wrong though).
Have any of you tried it? I have not found a review of it yet but I figured it might be worth asking.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-Smart...ase-Cover-Google-nexus-7-Tablet-/280999623067
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Good question. I've been thinking about getting this case too. Anyone actually got it?

Looks cool, but it would have to be much more stable than it looks to me.
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chacalau said:
Good question. I've been thinking about getting this case too. Anyone actually got it?
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Yes I have this case, I tell you its a beautiful case to hold and look at. There are other colour variants available which I got the red one.
Its very sleek, doesn't add much weight or bulk to the device.
The sleep functions works brilliantly, and doesn't lock the device when you fold it over to hold like a book, which some do.
ONE DOWNSIDE!!!! - The stand is very hard to figure out (i have not yet figured how to fold it to make it stand up haha !)
Hope this helps answer your questions.
And I genuinly recommend this case as its ace ! (that rhymes weee)

Wilks3y said:
Yes I have this case, I tell you its a beautiful case to hold and look at. There are other colour variants available which I got the red one.
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Have you got a link for any of the other colours? The ones I see in multiple colours are the ones with the wrap-around magnetic closure in the back (which I have, I'd like to have one that just lies over the screen for use at home).

formicae said:
Have you got a link for any of the other colours? The ones I see in multiple colours are the ones with the wrap-around magnetic closure in the back (which I have, I'd like to have one that just lies over the screen for use at home).
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You're right mate, asif
Yeah the coloured variants have a lip that does go round the back, but its not noticeable and surely you want this to keep it nicely closed and secure?

Wilks3y said:
Yeah the coloured variants have a lip that does go round the back, but its not noticeable and surely you want this to keep it nicely closed and secure?
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I think it's noticeable, especially when I have that extra flap to fold back over when I'm using the N7 in my hand.
I want to keep it closed and secure, sure, when it's in a bag or something. But my N7 spends most of its time on my coffee table or bar; I'd love to have a slim case with just a flap over the screen to keep the dust out. That doesn't cost $30+ like the Poetics or Portenzos of the world.

Wilks3y said:
Yes I have this case, I tell you its a beautiful case to hold and look at. There are other colour variants available which I got the red one.
Its very sleek, doesn't add much weight or bulk to the device.
The sleep functions works brilliantly, and doesn't lock the device when you fold it over to hold like a book, which some do.
ONE DOWNSIDE!!!! - The stand is very hard to figure out (i have not yet figured how to fold it to make it stand up haha !)
Hope this helps answer your questions.
And I genuinly recommend this case as its ace ! (that rhymes weee)
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So do you have this exact case or not? I've seen the other ones and I'm not interested in them after reading the reviews. That's why I started a new thread about this one. If you do have this one, some pictures would be great.

I went and ordered one of these, but likely won't have it for a couple of weeks since it's coming from China. Will post my impressions when it arrives.

formicae said:
I went and ordered one of these, but likely won't have it for a couple of weeks since it's coming from China. Will post my impressions when it arrives.
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there's a video review from youtube titled "Nexus 7 - Cheap eBay "Smart Cover" Review"

brickedman said:
there's a video review from youtube titled "Nexus 7 - Cheap eBay "Smart Cover" Review"
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That's a different case, with the wrap-around flap on the right side. I already have that one.

look, heres the deal, that case may look pretty but any case like that wont stay closed. for it to be closed, there would have to be magnets along the edges like the portfolio. any case maker that says the case will stay closed without magnets on the border is lying.

I own one and its awesome. Buy it.
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I have got 1, build quality feels nice and it doesn't add much bulk to the device and also looks pretty sweet.
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I have to admit, I never really liked these cases... but after seeing that YouTube review online, I'm curious enough to give it a shot.
I'm absolutely in love with this Speck case, but I do have a minor concern with it. I use my Nexus 7 frequently, very frequently, and not only that but I use it for work. I'm continually walking up and down the hall at work going from one problem to another, using my N7 along the way. As a result, I'm concerned I may wear out the clip on the Speck case quite a bit. This only became a thought when I realized the clipping mechanism is significantly easier now than it was when I bought it. Broken in? Maybe. Will it get even softer? Very possible. This case ensures that won't happen since the magnets of course don't have physical contact to wear like that. While the higher stand up position seems a bit easy to topple over, the other one with the N7 (one I'd likely prefer anyway) looks a bit better in terms of stability.
At any rate, ah, I bought one just now - we'll see what happens when it gets here.
Edit - for what it's worth the one I ordered did indeed have the magnetic flap that goes around back to ensure it stays shut. I'm not sure I'd consider one without...

Case arrived today, so far I like it, the cover lies flatter than the eBay case with the extra flap, and it feels slimmer. Only downside so far is that it sometimes puts the tablet to sleep when I fold it back. We'll see if it gets better over time. I'll try to take pictures when I have a chance.

formicae said:
Case arrived today, so far I like it, the cover lies flatter than the eBay case with the extra flap, and it feels slimmer. Only downside so far is that it sometimes puts the tablet to sleep when I fold it back. We'll see if it gets better over time. I'll try to take pictures when I have a chance.
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maybe slip something to block the magnet on the back? not sure what can maybe help on that front, but maybe a little thickness might be enough.
Side note, anyone have this and the poetic slimline case? I got the first case they had for my uncle, but it's a bit difficult for him to open. I'd get him a portenzo like mine, but it might actually add more bulk than I'd want for him.

[REVIEW] Aluminium Bumper

Today I took receipt of a grey Aluminium Bumper for the GT-N7100 Galaxy Note.
I bought them from eBay for about £14 from a UK seller, there are cheaper ones from China but I thought getting one from the UK would be quicker to get a hold of, in terms of delivery.
This is the first bumper like this I've ever owned, I had heard stories of people scratching their devices whilst installing the phone into these things, but I had no such issue. There wasn't a mark on the protector caused by the installation and, considering the screen protector is going to be much softer than the glass, thus easier to damage, so if there was going to be any damage, you'd see it on that.
On the note of installation, it was quick and easy. The phone sits nicely inside, there isn't any play as such but, when you "try" to move it around you can feel movement, but I think this is something of a good thing, for absorption purposes in case of a fall.
What I was surprised about, was the fact the back of the case sits almost flush with the back of the phone itself, offering no (extra) protection for the camera when you put it backside down, this fortunately is not the case for the front, the case adds about a 2mm edge to the screen, and so does get protection when you place it screen down on a table etc...
You can see that it comes well packaged, perhaps not as well as the Nillkin case I reviewed last month, but better than just being loose in an envelope.
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There are pads on the inside of the case that the phone actually sits on (not on the bare metal itself.)
To use the buttons on the phone, it has it's own raised buttons on the case, they work really well and are quite rigid.
It's very precisely cut, the mic holes are correct and inline.
And the original Samsung cable fits just fine too.
All-in-all I'm quite impressed, I don't think It's worth the £14 I paid, but It's the just one of the cons of wanting it quick, as opposed to waiting for a delivery from China.
Also, to dispel any reports/myths, that it out makes the signal worse, the phone and other internal radios haven't been affected by the case in anyway.
There are plenty of sellers on eBay selling them for you to buy from, but here is the seller I bought mine from http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/281008440...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
Update:
Due to the concerns I have about damage to the camera lens that this and, other cases that don't fully surround the phone don't protect against, when placed on a table for example, I have simply cut a piece of a screen protector, from a protector for a phone I no longer own, and placed it over the lens.
This has not affected image quality, or affected the way the auto focus works or the speed off it in anyway. With this in place, I am no longer worried about minor scratches that could be caused by putting the phone down on a desk/table. In my opinion, this is a suitable solution not just for this case, but just to have in general, regardless of what case (if any at all) you choose to use

I really like the looks of this case!
How close is the fit? Does the phone wiggle around at all inside the bumper?
One of the other Ebay listings for this has a video showing installation, for anyone interested: Oops... not enough posts.
You can search Youtube for "Aluminum Bumper Metal Alloy case for SAMSUNG Galaxy Note 2 (GT-N7100) / Note 2 LTE (GT-N7105)"

Roundabouts said:
I really like the looks of this case!
How close is the fit? Does the phone wiggle around at all inside the bumper?
One of the other Ebay listings for this has a video showing installation, for anyone interested: Oops... not enough posts.
You can search Youtube for "Aluminum Bumper Metal Alloy case for SAMSUNG Galaxy Note 2 (GT-N7100) / Note 2 LTE (GT-N7105)"
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I did mention movement in the review
"The phone sits nicely inside, there isn't any play as such but, when you "try" to move it around you can feel movement, but I think this is something of a good thing, for absorption purposes in case of a fall. "
But to elaborate on it more, it fits tightly and there isn't any movement but, If you try to force movement you can tell that there is a bit of give, probably from the pads compressing. It's nothing bad and is probably good that it happens the way it does.

Ah, my brain skipped over that for some reason, sorry!
I noticed in the pictures and video that the pads don't seem to cover the entire inside. The corners are exposed, and I am worried about the phone contacting the unpadded parts when dropped. Also, it looks like the rear shots of the case show light between the bumper and sides of the phone.
Extra padding isn't hard to add, so I may give this a try.

Roundabouts said:
I read your post, but I wasn't clear on what I meant by wiggle.
I noticed in the pictures and video that the pads don't seem to cover the entire inside. The corners are exposed, and I was worried about the phone contacting the unpadded parts when dropped.
This is something I can easily fix on my own, if there's an issue, so I think I'm going to give this case a try!
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Ahh, I know what you mean now. It'll be real easy to add some extra padding if needed, you'd just need to get some self adhesive foam and stick it where you want it.

Can you give a quick mention on the sliding cover peice, does it rub the edges of the screen? Someone said somewhere that the screen rubs on the peice that you slide back on to cover the top.
Thanks,

1FstYOTA said:
Can you give a quick mention on the sliding cover peice, does it rub the edges of the screen? Someone said somewhere that the screen rubs on the peice that you slide back on to cover the top.
Thanks,
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From the first post:
"This is the first bumper like this I've ever owned, I had heard stories of people scratching their devices whilst installing the phone into these things, but I had no such issue. There wasn't a mark on the protector caused by the installation and, considering the screen protector is going to be much softer than the glass, thus easier to damage, so if there was going to be any damage, you'd see it on that."
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Ok, now comes the question, since I'm looking at this and the hard case you reviewed, which do you prefer using as your daily case? Love the look of the aluminium bumper, but the back not being as protective as the front is what makes me dislike it...
Thanks.

sHaHiN786 said:
Ok, now comes the question, since I'm looking at this and the hard case you reviewed, which do you prefer using as your daily case? Love the look of the aluminium bumper, but the back not being as protective as the front is what makes me dislike it...
Thanks.
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Well, I think I'm actually leaning towards the bumper I have a protector on the screen, and the back plate can be replaced if it gets mega scratched etc... I think the bumper just looks so much cooler than anything I've had before.
I have got a fully covering leather case for full protection when I know I'm going to be somewhere that I could cause some real damage if I dropped it, like when going out walking etc... but day-to-day the bumper is the route "I'd" take.
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RavenY2K3 said:
From the first post:
"This is the first bumper like this I've ever owned, I had heard stories of people scratching their devices whilst installing the phone into these things, but I had no such issue. There wasn't a mark on the protector caused by the installation and, considering the screen protector is going to be much softer than the glass, thus easier to damage, so if there was going to be any damage, you'd see it on that."
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ugh case of the Monday, well thanks man my should be here anyday now.
Thanks for the review can't wait to get mine.

Due to the concerns I have about damage to the camera lens that this and, other cases that don't fully surround the phone don't protect against, when placed on a table for example, I have simply cut a piece of a screen protector, from a protector for a phone I no longer own, and placed it over the lens.
This has not affected image quality, or affected the way the auto focus works or the speed off it in anyway. With this in place, I am no longer worried about minor scratches that could be caused by putting the phone down on a desk/table. In my opinion, this is a suitable solution not just for this case, but just to have in general, regardless of what case (if any at all) you choose to use
First post updated.
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OMG thanks for the review!! ive been wanting one of these but havent found a good review for it online! you mentioned that this particular case doesnt offer protection for the camera since it is flush with the device. However on amazon i found this one:
http://www.amazon.com/ZuGadgets-Alu...391&sr=8-7&keywords=galaxy+note+2+bumper+case
it looks identical to the case you have, but in the pictures, it shows that the case is elevated slightly from the phone itself. do you think this could be different from the one you have?
thanks!

Good review
but I'm wondering whether this aluminium kind of bumper blocks the GPS signal or not when the phone is used as Navigation. Pls try to use the bumper and turn the GPS on. . Will there be any problem? thanx

There was another review on here regarding a metal bumper and according to him it did not affect the gps but it did affect the nfc..

TraktoR6666 said:
Good review
but I'm wondering whether this aluminium kind of bumper blocks the GPS signal or not when the phone is used as Navigation. Pls try to use the bumper and turn the GPS on. . Will there be any problem? thanx
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This does not impact GPS/NFC. I have noticed roughly a one bar drop in cell signal but that's it. I've had mine for almost a month and no issues.

fadilkarim said:
OMG thanks for the review!! ive been wanting one of these but havent found a good review for it online! you mentioned that this particular case doesnt offer protection for the camera since it is flush with the device. However on amazon i found this one:
http://www.amazon.com/ZuGadgets-Alu...391&sr=8-7&keywords=galaxy+note+2+bumper+case
it looks identical to the case you have, but in the pictures, it shows that the case is elevated slightly from the phone itself. do you think this could be different from the one you have?
thanks!
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It's just the camera angle, if I take a picture at the same angle, it will give the same illusion.
And regarding GPS signal, the case "does" affect it. I've been meaning to make a video showing exactly what happens, I'll try and make and upload one tomorrow.
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Anyone find one similar to the element case for iphone and Galaxy S3. I like bumper cases but the idea of a snap together 2 piece one does not seem secure enough to me. The screw together case seems like it would be much better.

I ordered this exact case on Friday. Should be here this week.
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RavenY2K3 said:
It's just the camera angle, if I take a picture at the same angle, it will give the same illusion.
And regarding GPS signal, the case "does" affect it. I've been meaning to make a video showing exactly what happens, I'll try and make and upload one tomorrow.
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Wow those clever dogs! lol damn im disappointed. and now that u mention it affecting gps signal i think ill get another case. Im glad i stumbled on your review!!
might go for an otterbox... lol

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And regarding GPS signal, the case "does" affect it.
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Too bad, otherwise it would be a great bumper case.

Official Sony Z2 Tablet Case

This case I ordered with the tablet and it has been in it from the start. I like this case.
Tablet in case, closed
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The case will z fold for a stand. Ridges in the inside prevent slipping
Case open on desk
Closer up on z fold
Case will roll up stand too. I don't think this is as secure, but may allow it to be in dock. I don't have a dock to test it.
Case has a cut out to enable dock use without removing the case. I don't yet have the official dock, but it fits in my third party one I use for my Z1 phone
Case closed. Is very thin.
The tablet clips at the corners, securely but not too firm. All ports, flaps and buttons are perfectly accessible. Here are the corner clips.
The case closes with a thin magnetic flap, and of course it's a smart cover to cut down on power button wear.
I like it. Not looking for another one.
Happy to answer any questions.
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I ordered the case with my tablet too, my only gripe is that the headphone socket is on the bottom of the tablet so when the case is used as a stand in the most stable setting you can't plug headphones in!!!
The box shows a triangle fold to allow space for the headphones but it doesn't feel as steady, why oh why did Sony put the headphone socket on the bottom long edge of the tablet??? Why not on the same side as the volume and power buttons?

Ah. I have bluetooth receivers in my hi fi at home, and I use bluetooth apt-X headphones so I never even noticed where the headphone socket was on the tablet.
I don't actually see how you could plug headphones in at all with the tablet in this case when using the landscape stand
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I've got the noise cancelling ones that use the tablet to do the noise cancelling, there's a picture on the box that the case comes in to show how it's meant to be but it means the tablet sits higher so isn't as stable

adypem said:
I ordered the case with my tablet too, my only gripe is that the headphone socket is on the bottom of the tablet so when the case is used as a stand in the most stable setting you can't plug headphones in!!!
The box shows a triangle fold to allow space for the headphones but it doesn't feel as steady, why oh why did Sony put the headphone socket on the bottom long edge of the tablet??? Why not on the same side as the volume and power buttons?
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You can switch it upside-down, hm?

Stirius said:
You can switch it upside-down, hm?
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Some apps still insists on setting the orientation themselves and won't rotate 180°.
So yeah it sucks that the jack is at the bottom...

There are orientation apps that will allow you to force 180
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There are orientation apps that will allow you to force 180
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Shouldn't need an app, the socket should have been on the side.............

I have just received the case but I'm not really happy with it!
The magnetic shutter always covers the infrarot port so that it's unusable. In addition to that, when the case is closed and im holding it vertically in my hands, the magnet is not strong enough and the case opens. I also have problems with the charging dock, I always have to open the case and put the back aways in order for it to suit in the dock, this is really stupid! What is your experience with this points?
I also find it relatively heavy and thick, the tablet doesn't lay as good in my hands as before...
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Fleckdalm

fleckdalm said:
I have just received the case but I'm not really happy with it!
The magnetic shutter always covers the infrarot port so that it's unusable. In addition to that, when the case is closed and im holding it vertically in my hands, the magnet is not strong enough and the case opens. I also have problems with the charging dock, I always have to open the case and put the back aways in order for it to suit in the dock, this is really stupid! What is your experience with this points?
I also find it relatively heavy and thick, the tablet doesn't lay as good in my hands as before...
Regards
Fleckdalm
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The magnetic flap folds flat against the back of the case and holds itself out of the way of you need it to. At least it does on mine.
Yep, for the dock you do have to have the cover folded over, so that's how I do it. It's only in the dock when I'm asleep so not much of a problem.
If I hold the tablet with the case closed I can get the front to slip, the closing flap isn't that strong. It hasn't popped open in my bag so I've not worried about it so far.
I think it's just the right thickness. There is a full plastic tray for the tablet to sit in for rigidity.
At the end of the day, cases are ultra personal. I've been lucky with this Sony Style case, it suits me fine. I've still not found the perfect case for my xperia Z1, and I've tried all the ones that others think are great
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I've ordered one for my tab but I'm not looking forward to it all that much. The front-only cover on my Nexus 10 was almost perfect (would have been perfect if it was foldable).
I haven't actually received my Z2 yet but do any of you think a front-only cover is achievable? Based on what I have seen in pictures, my guess is no
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What were they thinking
Seriously why oh why put the headphone jack at the bottom of a device meaning you can't use it in a cover stand when on the move or in a public place and need to use earphones. It's a serious design flaw.
Can anyone post pics of their tab in the case and with headphones in? I've just ordered the official case. I live the tab and bought it knowing the headphone was in the worst place possible but hoping in a case and using with earphones that it's not that unstable. Anyone confirm!?

There is a hole for headphones at the bottom left of the official case. So there shouldn't be anything to worry for you.
Edit: Unless you really want to stand the tablet with headphones plugged in. Theoretically there ist one position where you can let the headphone jack plugged in but I can't get this position to stay stable.
But if the case is closed or only open on the front there is no problem with headphones.

Does this case add much weight?

Great official case
I take it all back. The official case is perfect to use with headphones in 2 positions. It is light and feels sturdy in both positions say when on a train or flight. It's also light and doesn't add bulk.
I'm certainly pleased with the case. It does what I need it to while watching movies on the go and when I want to rest the case on a flat surface.

Where are you guys finding the Sony cases? I don't see them on the Sony Store website. Are you using the Z1 cases?

Aredubu said:
Where are you guys finding the Sony cases? I don't see them on the Sony Store website. Are you using the Z1 cases?
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http://www.sony.co.uk/electronics/xperia-tablet-z/scr12

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http://www.sony.co.uk/electronics/xperia-tablet-z/scr12
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Thanks. just as I thought. they're not available in the U.S. yet, probably because the tablet hasn't been released yet.
Amazon has a few for $45 US if anyone is interested.

Cheaper than the original Z Folder Cover!
The one i found in a shop was £60!

Thanks for the pics. Very clear.
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