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New Horizontal Leather Case for the HTC Advantage X7510, X7501, & X7500 by NUTSHELL
New Horizontal Leather Case for the HTC Advantage X7510, X7501, & X7500 by NUTSHELL
Nutshell: http://tuff-as-nuts.com/index.asp?PageAction=COMPANY
I had contacted Nutshell regarding a customized Horizontal Case (black) that will fully enclosed the HTC Advantage X7510 with the leather pouch included about 2 months ago. I was able to get intouch with Ian Miller and was basically received with open arms. I was asked to submit my design and the dimensions.
The dimensions are: 5.8 inches (lenght) x 4.4 inches (height) x 1.30 inches (depth).
It is closed by a velcro flap that fully covers the top of the case preventing any accidental exposure to the elements.
The back of the case has the D ring and metal belt clip lined with leather. But in all honesty, I think it would have looked better if the metal clip was left without the leather strip cover. It would looked nicer if the silver finish of the metal clip was shown rather than hidden.
But all in all, the case is very well made. The stitches and cuttings were done right and very clean. The case will protect the X7510 and it's leather pouch while having the ability to clip it to your belt or trousers on the go.
I paid $95.00 for the case, but it may become cheaper if it will be popular.
I have attached pictures for you guys and gals to check. I believe NUTSHELL will mass produce them if the demand is high enough.
THANK YOU NUTSHELL (Ian) for a case well done.
Feel free to ask questions...
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nice find as i just bought myself another case but this one i like a lot better although the case i bought was only $49
Thanks Christian. Glad to help.
As this was a prototype, we have not yet given it a part number...but we shall and then post it to our catalog.
With your blessing I"ll use some of the images you have posted here.
Obviously we shall try to price it right, but as the first few will, like this one, be hand cut, pricing will have to stay the same in the short term.
However, if there is an interest (and it has to be considerable to make it worthwhile, we'll likely look at getting the assets that will enable us to run off some volume).
That said, it really is over to the community to determine if this product gets wings...or....?
A suggestion: Maybe someone could open a book to register interest (bulk purchases work best and enable us to finetune our pricing). As I am not a regular on this forum, maybe that someone could run point for me on this.
So it really is over to you guys.
We'll do what we can.
All the best.
nutshell said:
With your blessing I"ll use some of the images you have posted here.
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Yes of course. Feel free to use it.
cktlcmd said:
Yes of course. Feel free to use it.
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Nutshell,
Very well taken pictures indeed. Looks like real good quality pouch. Is it made to custom sizes? I normally carry my device without the keyboard, so it is quite a bit thinner and smaller. What would be the total cost shipped to Australia?
Also, a question for cktlcmd. Currently, I have a soft pouch, and taking it out is easy, as I can squeeze the soft pouch to push out the device. With a hard leather one, I imagine it is not easy to squeeze the bottom to force the device upward, so one would have to lift it up. Would that be easy? Or would the device be too slippery for that, even that I carry it naked?
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Also, a question for cktlcmd. Currently, I have a soft pouch, and taking it out is easy, as I can squeeze the soft pouch to push out the device. With a hard leather one, I imagine it is not easy to squeeze the bottom to force the device upward, so one would have to lift it up. Would that be easy? Or would the device be too slippery for that, even that I carry it naked?
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In my case, since it also houses the X7510 with keyboard and the leather case, it is not slippery at all. It is easy to grab it on top and just pull it out. The case itself is not made of really hard leather plus it is lined inside with felt like skin to protect the device from being scratched by the case itself. The technique I use to get it out fast is to pull on top and press each sides of the case because that is where I notice the greatest hold on the device occurs.
In your case, since you will probably want Nutshell to adjust the measurements to accommodate just the device, it won't even be a problem because of the soft felt lining, it will just slid easily in and out.
It trully is a nice case. I wish they had designed it like this from the start.
nutshell said:
Thanks Christian. Glad to help.
As this was a prototype, we have not yet given it a part number...but we shall and then post it to our catalog.
With your blessing I"ll use some of the images you have posted here.
Obviously we shall try to price it right, but as the first few will, like this one, be hand cut, pricing will have to stay the same in the short term.
However, if there is an interest (and it has to be considerable to make it worthwhile, we'll likely look at getting the assets that will enable us to run off some volume).
That said, it really is over to the community to determine if this product gets wings...or....?
A suggestion: Maybe someone could open a book to register interest (bulk purchases work best and enable us to finetune our pricing). As I am not a regular on this forum, maybe that someone could run point for me on this.
So it really is over to you guys.
We'll do what we can.
All the best.
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I am very interested!
Another case?
eaglesteve said:
Very well taken pictures indeed. Looks like real good quality pouch. Is it made to custom sizes? I normally carry my device without the keyboard, so it is quite a bit thinner and smaller. What would be the total cost shipped to Australia?
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I have listed the product for the x7510 in our catalog:
Horizontal belt case for HTC x7510
Sure, we can make you a slimmer horizontal case.
Costs would be the same.
We would need the dimensions without the keyboard.
Shipping to Oz from NZ depends on how quickly you would want one.
Contact me through the website.
tuff-as-nuts.com
Will the 7510 case also fit the 7500/7501? My understanding is that they are the same dimensions... Anyone know offhand?
Thanks for the topic
Have anyone ever seen a vertical case for X7500 for the use without the external keyboard?
This is a bit off-topic, but personally I find the HW keyboard to be the ultimate screen-protector and would not dream of leaving home without it (even though I use my Advantage in portrait-mode 95% of the time).
On-topic again I would guess that one could use any case made for the 7510 WITH keyboard as this unit is just a bit thinner than the original 7500/7501.
trondkk said:
This is a bit off-topic, but personally I find the HW keyboard to be the ultimate screen-protector and would not dream of leaving home without it (even though I use my Advantage in portrait-mode 95% of the time).
On-topic again I would guess that one could use any case made for the 7510 WITH keyboard as this unit is just a bit thinner than the original 7500/7501.
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No. The keyboard is the most effective way to ruin your device with scratches. Take it away if you want your unit to look new all the time. If you really must have the keybaord, put a piece of cloth between the unit and the keyboard to prevent them from rubbing against each other.
We have different experiences then eaglesteve. I have used my HTC X7500 for well more than a year with the original book cover (with the 3 clips) and have only miniscule scratches on the keyboard itself, not on the main unit.
I now also have the Piel Frama Case (since a month ago) and with this case it would be even more difficult to scratch the unit with the keyboard.
And even if this was NOT the case I would much rather have endured a scratch or two than having my screen broken due to a fall or pointed item pressing against it (even in the pouch). The solid steel of the keyboard over the screen gives me an ease of mind I will not trade for the sake of a marginally smaller "package" to carry around.
And now, with the vertical Nutshell-Pouch I hope to enjoy my Advantage X7500 for a long time since no better device (for my needs) seems forthcoming from HTC or any other manufacturer.
I agree with eaglesteve - I've had more scratches/rub-marks from the keyboard than from anything else. Keeping the keyboard as a screen protector is a non-issue, just make sure the screen faces towards your body when its in a pouch, or in a pocket. On the weekends I leave my Nutshell and the keyboard at home, and just face the screen towards my leg in my pocket.
techntrek said:
I agree with eaglesteve - I've had more scratches/rub-marks from the keyboard than from anything else. Keeping the keyboard as a screen protector is a non-issue, just make sure the screen faces towards your body when its in a pouch, or in a pocket. On the weekends I leave my Nutshell and the keyboard at home, and just face the screen towards my leg in my pocket.
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Here you can find a scratch proof leather case. Also cheap and black (more elegant) colour.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI....m=370063633176&ssPageName=STRK:MEWN:IT&ih=024
finally after many, many tries, a case that really works. well made. beautiful. sturdy. i got the mag lock. very nice, highly recommended.
Well... I just order mine from Spain... 10/14 days to wait... will see. I'm risk 99.95 USD on it.
I just receive the confirmation email... good signal, my VISA still works.
Received last week.
Well finished... and the quality is according the price.
The X7500 fits perfectly even with it's case. Since I'm not placing the X7500 in the case with the original one there is place for my backup battery.
Great job Nutshell
This case is nice! But I always wanted a case that would allow me to hold my X7500 without the keyboard,so it would look like a slim and supersized-screen IPOD! That I can put into my pocket easily..like an IPOD.
So, I have a question for Nutshell: can you build us one? But I can someone here volunteer to provide some dimentions for an X7500 or X7501, coz I really sucked at the whole designing and measurement thing, afraid I would screw up the whole thing.
Is there a cover for the NC? Don't need the fancy magnets. I think I saw one for the original nook.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1026397
Thanks, but I'm looking for something that opens the other way...and a bit more simple in design. I don't want to have to make my own lol.
There are many cases announced to be smarter than smart cover on Ebay, you can go to check out.
I am not looking for a case, I am simply looking for a cover that will turn my screen off when I slap it on, much like the smart cover for ipad, nothing on the back just a cover on the top thats it.
I tried to find it but nothing so far.......anyone found anything similar? I dont need a stand AT ALL, all I need is a cover with a small magnet attached to it, dont need a thick protective case or any other feature! A simple magnetic cover will do!
Poetic Slimline Portfolio Case for Google Nexus 7 Android Tablet by Asus Black, I know this is similar, but I dont think they ship to canada
Nothing YET....
Ships on 8/20/12 20USD.
http://www.amazon.com/Poetic-Portfo...43077846&sr=1-22&keywords=poetic+case+nexus+7
thats the only one i found too, however they do not ship to canada
I know it's not as pretty and elegant, but this is the closest thing to the Amazon variant I've been able to find (that ships to Canada).
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Auto-Sleep-P...Accessories&hash=item2320993168#ht_1632wt_729
To be honest OP, I don't think you'll be able to find just the front side cover ala iPad's Smart Cover, because
1) Google + ASUS would be sued by Apple on patent infringement as usual
2) as far as I know, there's no magnetic piece on the side of the N7 for such a cover to "click" onto, so a back cover is needed to be able to stay attached on the N7
ECBomb said:
I know it's not as pretty and elegant, but this is the closest thing to the Amazon variant I've been able to find (that ships to Canada).
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Auto-Sleep-P...Accessories&hash=item2320993168#ht_1632wt_729
To be honest OP, I don't think you'll be able to find just the front side cover ala iPad's Smart Cover, because
1) Google + ASUS would be sued by Apple on patent infringement as usual
2) as far as I know, there's no magnetic piece on the side of the N7 for such a cover to "click" onto, so a back cover is needed to be able to stay attached on the N7
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I supposed you are right, I am only looking for something similar, it doesnt have to be magnetic cling on like the apples smart cover.
I dont mind a back cover to hold the device, as long as it is not too bulky that is all I am looking for. All the cases I have seen so far are quite flimsy, especially the part holding the device, it just looks so...bulky, almost feel loose to be honest!
The one I found on amazon.com is exactly what i am looking for, however they do not ship to canada as i previously mentioned the one you showed is fairly good i guess, do you happen to have one yourself by chance? If so, how is the "smart" function working out for n7? I have heard a lot of so called smart covers arent really working as intended, Often times they just dont turn off or on lol.
Anyways thanks for showing me that.
hhwong said:
I supposed you are right, I am only looking for something similar, it doesnt have to be magnetic cling on like the apples smart cover.
I dont mind a back cover to hold the device, as long as it is not too bulky that is all I am looking for. All the cases I have seen so far are quite flimsy, especially the part holding the device, it just looks so...bulky, almost feel loose to be honest!
The one I found on amazon.com is exactly what i am looking for, however they do not ship to canada as i previously mentioned the one you showed is fairly good i guess, do you happen to have one yourself by chance? If so, how is the "smart" function working out for n7? I have heard a lot of so called smart covers arent really working as intended, Often times they just dont turn off or on lol.
Anyways thanks for showing me that.
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the nexus 7 has a magnetic sensor in a specific place and smart covers have a corresponding magnet in the correct place on the front cover. When sensor detects magnet it turns off screen.
Sent from my Nexus 7 using xda premium
hhwong said:
I supposed you are right, I am only looking for something similar, it doesnt have to be magnetic cling on like the apples smart cover.
I dont mind a back cover to hold the device, as long as it is not too bulky that is all I am looking for. All the cases I have seen so far are quite flimsy, especially the part holding the device, it just looks so...bulky, almost feel loose to be honest!
The one I found on amazon.com is exactly what i am looking for, however they do not ship to canada as i previously mentioned the one you showed is fairly good i guess, do you happen to have one yourself by chance? If so, how is the "smart" function working out for n7? I have heard a lot of so called smart covers arent really working as intended, Often times they just dont turn off or on lol.
Anyways thanks for showing me that.
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I didn't end up getting this case as I found it too flimsy (like you said with a lot of current N7 cases). I ended up opting for a clear hard case just for the base side of the N7, but it hasn't arrived yet. And since I didn't buy this, I can't comment on the smart cover functionality unfortunately. The Amazon one does look awesome. I guess if worst case scenario, if you have family or friends in the States that you can ship the case to them, and then have them mail it to you later, that'd work. Just a lot more hassle obviously.
ECBomb said:
I didn't end up getting this case as I found it too flimsy (like you said with a lot of current N7 cases). I ended up opting for a clear hard case just for the base side of the N7, but it hasn't arrived yet. And since I didn't buy this, I can't comment on the smart cover functionality unfortunately. The Amazon one does look awesome. I guess if worst case scenario, if you have family or friends in the States that you can ship the case to them, and then have them mail it to you later, that'd work. Just a lot more hassle obviously.
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Guess i will just have to wait till they have the same kind of product in canada lol, it DOES look perfect from the pictures, hopefully places like bestbuy will have n7 accessories soon so i can see them hands on hehe
Ya no kidding. The device is still new and unfortunately I dropped my N7 for the first time last Friday...I was completely shaken and pretty upset at how stupid I was lol. Screen is fine but the 3 out of the 4 sides have scuff marks now. Sigh...just couldn't wait till I got my case :crying:
You can get it from Hong Kong if you're not in a hurry. I just bought one. $1.25 + 11.99 shipping to Canada
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=330776352956#ht_5833wt_905
Does anyone know if this is doable for the vivid? http://www.qianqin.de/2011/09/28/high-waf-inductive-charging-mod/#comment-16880
It would work, however, there's not enough room under the stock cover for the inductor, so you'd have to either modify the cover as well, or use one of those battery mod covers, and pad the inside of it with foam or rubber or something to keep things still.
In all, I don't think it would be worth it on this phone.
On the other hand, if you're brave enough to try it, make sure you post your results here!
This review is of the Mi Smart Wake-up Flip case in Blue/Grey.
Overall it seems quite well made it contains a hard shell case inside for the phone.
The phone fits quite snug inside the shell.
The outside is made of quite hard plastic & a perspex window, on the inside it has a felt type material inlayed on the plastic.
It has the Mi Logo embossed in silver on the back which looks quite nice.
By the overall feel of it I believe this case will wear quite well probably better than the MOFI & has good protection all round for drops & knocks.
All the appropriate cutouts are big enough & clear every peripheral device needed, the speaker holes are not covered in any way & it's even slimmer than the MOFI case.
Again as with the MOFI case if you have the back flipped open & pick up the phone it covers the fingerprint reader...so it needs to be closed or semi closed to unlock :/
I'm not too sure whether I will use this case as I'm not a fan of the large window but that's a personal preference.
A Thanks goes toTo2c.com as for ordering the RN4 it was a gift.
I have this exact case! Since the XRN4 isn't really a mass circulation device (at least outside of China), I had to go with it since this was the only case the vendor had on hand. I must say, it isn't bad but the pleather coating is kind of cheap-feeling and I'm just not a huge fan of cases flip cases.
On top of that, the top, bottom and left side of the device are exposed -- so if you put this into your pocket, make sure you don't have coins or what-not because they may ding your XRN4.
Since this is a Chinese device, one of Hong Kong's popular accessory makers, Nillkin, has a few cases for it. I put in an order for a TPU case as well as a harder plastic case. This case isn't terrible -- for the price I got it at (around $7), it's a solid deal -- but I'm probably going with those Nillkin ones as alternating daily drivers since flip cases really mess with my device usage flow.
Guys I bought this case also for my Note 4 - but I cannot get it to unlock or lock when flipping open or shut. I have enabled it in the settings (Lock -> smart cover lock or unlock screen). I turned on Smart Cover and I choose a case type of "Transparent front cover".
Any ideas how I can get this to work? I am using the official Global MIUI ROM.
we shut the cover . .... I need like samsung or something like devices has that option like clock or notification and like that on smart view .. is that any app for that mates????
Keep in mind this type of case will not work with custom roms due to not having access to the kernel files for the phone.
Could you please provide link to the case?
Android-UK said:
Keep in mind this type of case will not work with custom roms due to not having access to the kernel files for the phone.
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That would be nice to know before buying it, and changing to AOSP EXTENDED custom rom.
Now I am trying to find how to make flip smart case to work!
Tango_gr said:
That would be nice to know before buying it, and changing to AOSP EXTENDED custom rom.
Now I am trying to find how to make flip smart case to work!
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They may work now cause custom kernals are available. But the flip case is a bit rubbish so I don't bother with it.
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Keep in mind this type of case will not work with custom roms due to not having access to the kernel files for the phone.
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Android-UK said:
They may work now cause custom kernals are available. But the flip case is a bit rubbish so I don't bother with it.
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Oh! Thanks for the clue. I know the case is a bit rubbish, due to the fingerprint sensor in the back... but I have it, so I should use it, while I find a good tempered glass solution.
Br.