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Anyone interested in case reviews?

Hey,
I usually post in the Nexus S forum, where I review cases (done quite a few now) - I picked up a tab last week and was just wondering if anyone would be interested in me posting reviews here as well. I usually allow people to suggest cases as well!
Just seeing if enough people are interested since tab isn't that new.
Thanks!
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Yes I am, because I'm looking for a new case for my Tab

Ef-c980nbecstd
I have this case except for one thing, mine has a flap to cover the front as well.
http://www.google.com/products/cata...=X&ei=zjrKTZa5J8rZ0QGq3ZznBw&ved=0CE0Q8wIwCA#
model number is different, mine in EF-C980NBECSTD, which, when I google it, gives back no results. ..... now it does! http://www.spotit.com.au/buy/80133_GALAXY_TAB___KEYBOARD_DOCK_EF_C980NBECSTD.aspx
mine is also made is korea, better than china, my opinion.

Yes, I've been on the look out for a case with a keyboard as well.
Could you review this one please?
Most of the customer reviews are giving it a one star which is very harsh I don't like the other similar one as much, it relies on a magnetic flap to prop it up. Doesn't look as good

FC1032 said:
Yes, I've been on the look out for a case with a keyboard as well.
Could you review this one please?
Most of the customer reviews are giving it a one star which is very harsh I don't like the other similar one as much, it relies on a magnetic flap to prop it up. Doesn't look as good
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To be fair, it only got one review.

I'm trying to find some for the Zenu case, They are pretty expensive and the only Youtube review is in Spanish. You can find them on Ebay and Amazon, there is several options on color and material too.

A. Nonymous said:
To be fair, it only got one review.
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Yea, but what i meant were, other products with this case (you know those case + screen protector combos etc...) also got 1 star

Thanks for the help guys.

Best Case *SO FAR* :)

After trying several cases for my Nexus 7, knowing there aren't any specifically for the Nexus 7 at any retail stores, this was the best one I've come across. It will hold me over until an official case comes out (I've kept the receipt so I can return it). I just can't have such an awesome piece of tech sitting around without a case and without the ability to use it as a stand for viewing. The leather is genuine and the case is simply gorgeous. I love the way if holds the tablet without the clamps/rubberized holding mechanism actually rubbing or touching the bezel. All ports are accessible while it is in the case and the power/volume buttons are very easily accessible.
Found it at Fry's this morning on the way to work but it will set you back $59.99. One of the best portfolio stand cases I've ever owned for any of my devices. High end.
http://www.frys.com/product/7190052?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG
Here are some pictures I just took of it from various angles.

iamsupreme said:
After trying several cases for my Nexus 7, knowing there aren't any specifically for the Nexus 7 at any retail stores, this was the best one I've come across. It will hold me over until an official case comes out (I've kept the receipt so I can return it). I just can't have such an awesome piece of tech sitting around without a case and without the ability to use it as a stand for viewing. The leather is genuine and the case is simply gorgeous. I love the way if holds the tablet without the clamps/rubberized holding mechanism actually rubbing or touching the bezel. All ports are accessible while it is in the case and the power/volume buttons are very easily accessible.
Found it at Fry's this morning on the way to work but it will set you back $59.99. One of the best portfolio stand cases I've ever owned for any of my devices. High end.
http://www.frys.com/product/7190052?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG
Here are some pictures I just took of it from various angles.
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Nice! Any negatives that you can tell aside from price?

brianbrain said:
Nice! Any negatives that you can tell aside from price?
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None, which is hard to say about most cases. I've always had something I've disliked about a case but have dealt with it. I've also always went for the cheaper the better in the past. This case is truly a "you get what you pay for" case. The way it holds the very edges of the tablet is my favorite part. It looks like it is floating in the case and the parts that hold the tablet in place never really become part of the view. The access to all buttons and inputs as well as the quality of the leather are great. The actual stand aspect allows for infinite viewing angles and never feels cheap, like the stand portion is going to collapse at any moment.

This case looks really nice. I personally want a colored case though and not the standard brown/black. Also, I'd rather pay a bit more for a case that I really like and thats going to last me a while then buy a cheap case that I'm not that into, deciding that Im not satisfied with it and having to buy more. So if I see something that I fall in love with then I don't mind pulling the trigger as long as its not 100+

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None, which is hard to say about most cases. I've always had something I've disliked about a case but have dealt with it. I've also always went for the cheaper the better in the past. This case is truly a "you get what you pay for" case. The way it holds the very edges of the tablet is my favorite part. It looks like it is floating in the case and the parts that hold the tablet in place never really become part of the view. The access to all buttons and inputs as well as the quality of the leather are great. The actual stand aspect allows for infinite viewing angles and never feels cheap, like the stand portion is going to collapse at any moment.
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Nice. It fits perfectly? Usually cases with the plastic clips are pretty picky about what they'll work with. If so, I'm thinking about buying one of these gtab 2 7.0 cases and adding a "smart cover" magnet to it.

brianbrain said:
Nice. It fits perfectly? Usually cases with the plastic clips are pretty picky about what they'll work with. If so, I'm thinking about buying one of these gtab 2 7.0 cases and adding a "smart cover" magnet to it.
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Here's how well it fits Very securely! I'm actually shaking the case while I hold it upside down. Talk about making your heart jump a bit!

are you sure? I tried the same case and it doesn't fit too well, but its the best one
the corners are still lodged

iamsupreme said:
Here's how well it fits Very securely! I'm actually shaking the case while I hold it upside down. Talk about making your heart jump a bit!
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haha, very nice. I may have to see how some of the gtab 2 7.0 cases fit myself. Nice to see you also brought your new baby to work with you today :good:

darthchilli said:
are you sure? I tried the same case and it doesn't fit too well, but its the best one
the corners are still lodged
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I just pulled the edges on the 4 rubber ends out slightly, if that makes sense, and when the tablet was in place, they wrapped perfectly around each corner of the tablet. It takes a tiny bit of "fitting", but once it's on, it's all good.

brianbrain said:
haha, very nice. I may have to see how some of the gtab 2 7.0 cases fit myself. Nice to see you also brought your new baby to work with you today :good:
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I had to bring it to work! It definitely is my new baby. Tethered 4G connection from my Galaxy Nexus Streaming music while getting my work on.

Sexy! The case too!
Thanks for sharing, that case looks made to order on the Nexus 7. :good:

How about the speaker in the back, is it covered or are there holes for it?

There are no holes for the speaker. I did a test at max volume and I have no idea why but it sounds louder with it in the case then out of the case. It could be the way it's configured with the speaker near flush but with a decimeter or so gap. I know with my phones and tablets that they tend to sound louder when they are angled near a wall and I seem to get the same effect with this case.
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iamsupreme said:
There are no holes for the speaker. I did a test at max volume and I have no idea why but it sounds louder with it in the case then out of the case. It could be the way it's configured with the speaker near flush but with a decimeter or so gap. I know with my phones and tablets that they tend to sound louder when they are angled near a wall and I seem to get the same effect with this case.
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A decimeter is 10 centimeters...

mewantnexus7 said:
A decimeter is 10 centimeters...
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Okay. My point is that it's less than a centimeter. Maybe a millimeter or so. Enough tiny space to actually amplify the sound
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rediculous price! that's 25% of the tablet. I've seen much better looking case off amazon.

qpqpqp said:
rediculous price! that's 25% of the tablet. I've seen much better looking case off amazon.
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Link? Cause I haven't seen any. All those cheap amazon cases look cheap and tacky IMO.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0083...4&linkCode=as4&ref_=as_li_ss_til&tag=noref-20
i bought this elcheapo case for now, at least they have 2 day prime shipping

This case is very similar to the one you bought, but is significantly cheaper.
http://www.yourpoetic.com/p/157/hardback-samsung-galaxy-black
The company has a case specifically for the N7, but no pictures of the N7 in a case. I'm guessing their N7 is waiting to be delivered too. Haha. Anyway, I really like the floating look, and will probably be getting this one.

masterofmayhem said:
This case is very similar to the one you bought, but is significantly cheaper.
http://www.yourpoetic.com/p/157/hardback-samsung-galaxy-black
The company has a case specifically for the N7, but no pictures of the N7 in a case. I'm guessing their N7 is waiting to be delivered too. Haha. Anyway, I really like the floating look, and will probably be getting this one.
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People on other threads have been linking to Cases listed on Amazon and Ebay with that very similar look (they probably all use the same stock photos) with prices ranging from $10 to $20. Even cheaper.
http://www.amazon.com/MoKo-Slim-fit...?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1342489646&sr=1-12
http://www.amazon.com/i-Blason-Google-Tablet-Leather-Orange/dp/B008H3PAP2/ref=reg_hu-rd_add_1_dp
http://www.amazon.com/Poetic-HardBa...turer/dp/B008IEGS9W/ref=sr_1_24?s=electronics
I don't know, may be not the same quality but it's hard to judge from photos, or even the prizes.
Only way to judge is hand-on experience like the OP's case, his case looks good also because when the back holds on to four corners only, whereas these ones are a bit 'uneven' (when viewed in portrait mode) : p
I would perfer something that holds on to the edges of Nexus 7 only, like the Official Case or this:
http://www.amazon.com/MoKo-Folding-...ction/dp/B007SA0F7S/ref=sr_1_22?s=electronics

Does a case/sleeve like this exist?

Hi everyone, there have been a lot of great accessories recommendations in this thread and ever since I received my unit, I've been browsing religiously.
The problem is, none of the cases I've seen here (mostly folio ones) interest me.
I am looking for a case that is similar to the following that I have tried to illustrate in MS paint: https://dl.dropbox.com/u/51636645/case.jpg
Don't mind the coloring. I used those colors so that I can better explain. I am pretty sure cases like this exist somewhere in the world because I've seen them before, but I can't remember when/where and for what types of devices I've seen them for... and most of all, I do not know what this type of case is called.
Anyway, it is essentially a sleeve, but the key thing is, there is no zipper. On the left of the image I posted, that's what it would look like closed, on the right, that gross neon green looking thing is supposed to be the Nexus 7 sitting in the pouch with the top flap open. I am not really sure how to explain in words, but it's not simply just a flap that goes over the top, but it actually wraps around the top of the device when closed, and it's able to do this because the material would be some sort of neoprene-y stretchy material.
So, does this zipperless, top wrapping flap type of case exist for 7" tablets? (doesn't have to be specifically made for N7, of course, also, is there a specific name for this type of case design?). I guess I can only best describe it as a "sock" except it wraps around?
Thank you

calvinpn said:
Hi everyone, there have been a lot of great accessories recommendations in this thread and ever since I received my unit, I've been browsing religiously.
The problem is, none of the cases I've seen here (mostly folio ones) interest me.
I am looking for a case that is similar to the following that I have tried to illustrate in MS paint: https://dl.dropbox.com/u/51636645/case.jpg
Don't mind the coloring. I used those colors so that I can better explain. I am pretty sure cases like this exist somewhere in the world because I've seen them before, but I can't remember when/where and for what types of devices I've seen them for... and most of all, I do not know what this type of case is called.
Anyway, it is essentially a sleeve, but the key thing is, there is no zipper. On the left of the image I posted, that's what it would look like closed, on the right, that gross neon green looking thing is supposed to be the Nexus 7 sitting in the pouch with the top flap open. I am not really sure how to explain in words, but it's not simply just a flap that goes over the top, but it actually wraps around the top of the device when closed, and it's able to do this because the material would be some sort of neoprene-y stretchy material.
So, does this zipperless, top wrapping flap type of case exist for 7" tablets? (doesn't have to be specifically made for N7, of course, also, is there a specific name for this type of case design?). I guess I can only best describe it as a "sock" except it wraps around?
Thank you
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What? Maybe I don't understand your painting, but I've had one of these since the Nook Color. I'm using the same sleeve for my N7.
I actually keep my N7 in this, then put this case and the N7 in it into the above when traveling.

Wow, just like that you answered my question. I went through 19 pages (as of yesterday) of this forum to make sure that it wasn't posted, but maybe I missed it (if it was posted). Apologies to everyone if it was right in front of my eyes and I didn't see it.
That eBay link to that product is exactly what I am looking for. Thank you so much!

[REVIEW] Caseen DESIGNO Nexus 7 Case

Hello. First of all, this is my first post to XDA, so a little introduction:
I'm Neal and I live in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. By day, I am an IT contractor for the Federal Government.
I ordered my Nexus 7 on Day #1 from the Play Store and I received it in mid-July. My only other tablet experience was an HP TouchPad which I got from the Fire Sale. I say "was" because I sold it to get the ca$h for the Nexus 7. I don't regret my decision at all! I was dual booting webOS and CyanogenMod and I ended up using the CyanogenMod side more than the webOS side.
Below is a review I wrote for the Caseen DESIGNO case for the Nexus 7. I originally wrote this review in mid-August. I will post an update to the review at the end:
When I pre-ordered my Nexus7 and saw the OEM case, I must admit that I hesitated at first. I wasn't really sure that that case was worth $20, but I wanted something to protect the N7 right away. I wasn't sure when other N7 cases would come to market, so I purchased the OEM case.
The OEM case was not the solution for me. I'm not going to go into details; there are other threads on this matter.
I was attracted to the Caseen case because I wanted something of good quality and not some eBay/Amazon China mass-produced item. Yes, the Caseen is made in China, but it doesn’t look like it was rushed out. The Caseen looks like thought and care went into the design of the case.
I’ve had my Caseen for a little over a week. I really enjoy using it as opposed to the OEM case. I feel that the N7 has more protection. When I still had the OEM case, I went away on vacation and I was afraid of packing it in the suitcase. With the Caseen, I feel more comfortable putting it in a backpack or Messenger Bag.
The case is constructed of genuine leather. The inside is soft and will not damage the screen. All the ports, including the “Sleep/Wake” and “Volume” buttons are easily accessed and easy to press the buttons. Speaking of “Sleep/Wake,” the cover does contain a magnet which will activate the “auto Sleep/Wake” function of the tablet. The magnet will keep the cover in the closed position when not in use.
The cover does have a hand strap, so when you open the cover and bend it over behind the tablet, you can place use the hand strap to hold the tablet in the “portrait” position.
The case has holes on the back along the speaker area to allow the sound to come through. I have looked at other $30 - $40 cases and these cases do not have an area for the speaker. I haven’t tested these other cases, so I do not know how this affects the sound.
The Caseen DESIGNO also has an elastic loop to keep your stylus and the cover does convert into a stand so that you can place the N7 in “Landscape Mode” for both viewing and typing. I have found issues with both the elastic loop and also with using the “stand mode.” I have outlined these issues in the accompanying YouTube video - Sorry, I can't post the video since I'm new. If you want to see the video, just PM me.
The other issue I am running into with the case is that it is difficult to swipe down from the top in order to open the Notification Area. This is also demonstrated in the YouTube video. In addition to swiping for the Notification Area, I do find it difficult to access the “back, home, and recent apps” soft buttons when using the N7 in Landscape.
Overall, I do like the Caseen DESIGNO and would recommend it to anyone looking for a case for their Nexus 7. Considering that I am on the East Coast and Caseen is in California, they respond quickly to e-mail.
** UPDATE **
Caseen has come out with a "Version 2" of the DESIGNO case. Basically, the Version 2 has some cutouts on the left and right side of the case to allow for swiping. For example: You can swipe between open tabs on Chrome by swiping left to right or right to left. The case still makes it very difficult to swipe from the top an open the Notification Area. I think Caseen needs to take this into account for future updates.
I hope that you enjoyed my review.
Thank you,
Neal

Nice review, any images?
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Looked it up, hate to be the bearer of bad news but its the same base case as the blurex/moko ones.
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R3SiEViL said:
Nice review, any images?
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I have a video on YouTube, but I can't post it since I'm a new member.
cornelious2 said:
Looked it up, hate to be the bearer of bad news but its the same base case as the blurex/moko ones.
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Yes, it looks very similar to many cases I've seen, including the SupCase.

Thanks for the review Neal!
Anyway, here is a video featuring the case:
Hope that helps. For those wondering, the MoKo/Blurex/SupCase are all very cases for the money. However, our case is different and is blueprinted here before being sent out. If you google caseen reviews you'll see we have definite quality differences.
Brandon
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caseenBrandon said:
Thanks for the review Neal!
Anyway, here is a video featuring the case:
Hope that helps. For those wondering, the MoKo/Blurex/SupCase are all very cases for the money. However, our case is different and is blueprinted here before being sent out. If you google caseen reviews you'll see we have definite quality differences.
Brandon
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I like this....someone else report pls...28 shipped on amazon. Else m waiting on poetic v3
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Honestly the case is the same as the moko/blurex ones besides the front design. Looks like they came from the same factory. Id go with whatever is cheaper.
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Looking for case

Hello all,
I've been looking for a very specific case, with no success, i thought that maybe here I'll get some help.
the case i want is something similar to the TranSleeve Dual.
The main idea that I want to be be able to connect the dock with no issue, and work with the same case with and without the dock.
since i couldn't find anything like this - if someone found something similar or maybe a product that he thinks will be a good alternative, i'm open to suggestions.
Thank you!

I'd like a nice leather case that works well WITHOUT the dock. I don't have the dock and don't want the dock. I have a great Caseen leather case that was for my TF700 but I smashed the screen on that tablet and can't get the part to fix it. The case goes on the new TF701 just fine but the buttons and speaker are in different places which makes it far from ideal. The new version of the Caseen case seems to be designed for use with the dock.

mgullick said:
I'd like a nice leather case that works well WITHOUT the dock. I don't have the dock and don't want the dock. I have a great Caseen leather case that was for my TF700 but I smashed the screen on that tablet and can't get the part to fix it. The case goes on the new TF701 just fine but the buttons and speaker are in different places which makes it far from ideal. The new version of the Caseen case seems to be designed for use with the dock.
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Thanks for the kind words . Actually our PERFECTO PRO case works with or without the dock. Its been stitched in a way where it stays slim in only-tablet mode. The buttons and speakers have been updated so it should be great for you. New leather as well!

http://www.ebay.com/itm/360-case-fo...D-10-ME302C-Tablet-Stylus-F096X-/321235988340
That kind I find is not too bad. Looks cool. I don't know about this specific one though. Cheap. Hipstreet I think is the brand. Something to look at anyway.

caseenBrandon said:
Thanks for the kind words . Actually our PERFECTO PRO case works with or without the dock. Its been stitched in a way where it stays slim in only-tablet mode. The buttons and speakers have been updated so it should be great for you. New leather as well!
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Based on this (and the awesome 50% off Web launch offer) I ordered the Caseen leather case. It's great! It fits perfectly, looks good, is real leather, and the power and volume buttons are now easy to access. It also has a cutout that makes my "home" button easily accessible. The case from my TF700 just wasn't right for this new tablet. The new case is pretty much perfect.

mgullick said:
Based on this (and the awesome 50% off Web launch offer) I ordered the Caseen leather case. It's great! It fits perfectly, looks good, is real leather, and the power and volume buttons are now easy to access. It also has a cutout that makes my "home" button easily accessible. The case from my TF700 just wasn't right for this new tablet. The new case is pretty much perfect.
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It was a steal at that price! I am glad you like it!
Yeah it was a long time in the making for this TF701T case, but definitely worth it!
Enjoy!

If only Caseen does another promo, I'd buy from them. Currently searching for alternatives.
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pipopipz said:
If only Caseen does another promo, I'd buy from them. Currently searching for alternatives.
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Bummer. They just did a 50% off storewide for Father's Day sale. Guess you missed that one.

I did. Found a caseen on ebay though which is cheaper than on the caseen website though so I guess that's a consolation.
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caseenBrandon said:
Thanks for the kind words . Actually our PERFECTO PRO case works with or without the dock. Its been stitched in a way where it stays slim in only-tablet mode. The buttons and speakers have been updated so it should be great for you. New leather as well!
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Hey Brandon
I just searched on your site and came up with nothing on the perfecto pro.

samlives said:
Hey Brandon
I just searched on your site and came up with nothing on the perfecto pro.
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Hello! There are some exclusives on Amazon found searching "Perfecto Pro": http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias=electronics&field-keywords=perfecto pro
Unfortunately we do not have any left in our warehouse only Amazon's.

I think I'm going to go for this one:
http://www.futureshop.ca/en-CA/prod...spx?path=1960cc62d3410b2fc845d756779cb99den02
I'm only guessing it will fit a tf701t (Not too sure maybe someone knows). I have a hipstreet brand and it has decayed. Looks too be a fair price at under $20.
But it was second hand and different then this one. Does not have those things on the side. Actually it is so decayed it flew out of the case onto the floor and landed flat face down on the wooden floor. It made a loud noise when it landed. I thought for sure it was smoked.
I picked it up and and was partially outside its shell. I just snapped it back in. Not a scratch. I hope it is fine. Seems to be.
As it has just barely passed the sniff test I will have to get a decent case. After this happened I was looking at BobJ Gear but it doesn't look like they have anything suitable.
Edit: Actually I just checked the sticker inside the case. This will likely fit it. Made for the same model. ME301CAS2-BK.
But I'm still looking as well.
Edit: Here's an identical thing with PREMIUM LEATHER instead.
http://www.amazon.ca/Premium-Leathe...8&qid=1417872766&sr=1-10&keywords=me301t+case
Note the different in price and design of the similar tf701 version. One less set of holes for the speaker. I think ill go for extra holes and premium leather.
http://www.amazon.ca/Premium-Leathe...F8&qid=1417872630&sr=8-27&keywords=tf701+case
Edit: I bought the premium leather case me301. Not recommended compared to the hipstreet brand because the design is inferior although it fits tightly and snug to the tf701. The only problem is you have to pop it out to stand it up.