Is there a flip case, like the one that you can get for the S4 with the clear plastic panel so you can see the top screen without opening it (I think its called S-View) available for the Note 2 in the UK?
Many thanks.
Go to ebay, type "s-view case note 2" and you get a ton of choices, starting from $4.70
I did try a similar search - honest :silly: , but your search worked better, thank you.
Sorry for the noob question but how exactly do they work?Is there any app to acompany them since the phone doesn't support this functions?
Invalid_GR said:
Sorry for the noob question but how exactly do they work?Is there any app to acompany them since the phone doesn't support this functions?
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I also wonder
I was wondering about this too and wanted to see if it would do as I would like, the picture attached shows the case on the Note 2 - although I have the leaked stock 4.3 ROM on it, with a plugin for the notification icons on the right of the top panel.
The bottom panel is for accepting or rejecting calls without opening although I could do with out this really, but nothing available without it.
Time will tell if I keep this or not.
Link to image - http://sdrv.ms/1h8CbhU
coercri said:
I was wondering about this too and wanted to see if it would do as I would like, the picture attached shows the case on the Note 2 - although I have the leaked stock 4.3 ROM on it, with a plugin for the notification icons on the right of the top panel.
The bottom panel is for accepting or rejecting calls without opening although I could do with out this really, but nothing available without it.
Time will tell if I keep this or not.
Link to image - http://sdrv.ms/1h8CbhU
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wait a sec, you got your note II to use s-view notifications? is this a 3rd party app? the note II doesn't work with the offical s-view cases like the S4 and the Galaxy Mega, because it doesn't have the magnets that activate the phone into s-view mode.
No, its not using s-view at all, it's just showing the lock screen through the clear plastic panels - if the display is showing the launcher desktop then it doesn't looks right at all.
Well there's this: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Goospery-Ea...Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&var=&hash=item33855e4834
without the slide to answer phone call. Just go to accessibility and check Home button to answer call. I used UCCW to make a notification for phone/text/gmail to show in the display.
Thought I'd add to the discussion...
I bought 2 different "S-View" cases for my Note 2, and have been using one of them for the last month. The time and notifications at the top of the screen fit perfectly in the clear panel. When someone calls me, the information also fits perfectly into the window... I don't have to open the cover at all.
These are the cases I bought:
http://www.amazon.com/Arbalest-Cover-Samsung-Galaxy-GT-N7100/dp/B00F3TVSQS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1383681294&sr=8-1&keywords=note+2+arbalest
http://www.amazon.com/Goospery-Cover-Samsung-Galaxy-Mercury/dp/B00EUSQ4IK/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1383681364&sr=8-9&keywords=note+2+goospery
Build quality on both cases is good, although the cutouts could be a smidgeon "cleaner". The Arbalest is the one I've been using the most. It covers the full sides and back of the phone, and has a sturdy cover that doesn't wiggle around that much. There's also an indentation on the inner cover where the physical home button would contact so that you don't inadvertently turn on the display. Unlike most of the other S-View folio cases, the cover is also designed so as to allow you to use the case as a stand (like a typical tablet cover) that makes media viewing much more convenient.
The Goospery one is similar in build and quality. It's a more minimal design, and covers the long sides of the phone. There is a slight recess on the cover where the physical home button makes contact. Contrary to the Arbalest case, it's meant to allow you to actually press the home button while the cover is closed so that you can answer calls or check the time through the clear panel. The cover wiggles a bit more on this case which I find a little annoying. It's odd because the cover is attached all the way up to its pivot point like the OEM Note II flip cover. Hence, it can't be used as a stand.
I first started using a Casemate Pop!, Seidio Surface, and Seidio Active. All of them had kickstands. The Seidio kickstands sucked, and the Pop! was a little bulky. I switched to the the OEM Protective Cover + and loved it's minimal design... but got 2 tiny micro scratches on my screen. I'm not a fan of screen protectors because I personally feel they look worn after a few months, and they detract from the display itself. I also missed having the convenience of being able to watch something without trying to prop it up on other objects. I liked the idea of the OEM flip cover, but didn't like the fact that there was no additional protection on the phone, as well as the need to always open the cover to do anything. My ideal case would be an OEM Samsung Protective Cover + S-View.
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My ideal case would be an OEM Samsung Protective Cover + S-View.
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Thanks for the nice reviews and suggestions. The below link is what I did with the original OEM flip cover and OEM bumper and found it to be a very nice solution. I'm not sure but you may find it to be somewhat crude but I find it looks and works well
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=34909309
edit: see post #15
edit2: I just realized for this to work that it has to be a battery cover replacement with s view. So now my search for that begins
GMAN1722 said:
Thanks for the nice reviews and suggestions. The below link is what I did with the original OEM flip cover and OEM bumper and found it to be a very nice solution. I'm not sure but you may find it to be somewhat crude but I find it looks and works well
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=34909309
edit: see post #15
edit2: I just realized for this to work that it has to be a battery cover replacement with s view. So now my search for that begins
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Thanks - I actually remember reading your post last year when I first got my phone. I was going to attempt it myself, but unfortunately never got around to it. The thing that I'm really getting used to having again is a way to position the phone in landscape mode. Although I think Seidio makes a fairly good case, my opinion on their kickstands hasn't changed. However, I did see this new design they made for the Note 3:
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-note-3-ledger-flip-view-dark-gray-p/csf2ssgt3k-dg.htm
I have to revise my "ideal case" to an OEM Protective Cover + with S-View and a Kickstand (or other method of putting into landscape). I would seriously pay some decent coin for that! No bulk, protection for the screen, a way to see who's calling without opening the cover, and a way to watch media conveniently. Everything's always a compromise, eh?
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Thanks - I actually remember reading your post last year when I first got my phone. I was going to attempt it myself, but unfortunately never got around to it. The thing that I'm really getting used to having again is a way to position the phone in landscape mode. Although I think Seidio makes a fairly good case, my opinion on their kickstands hasn't changed. However, I did see this new design they made for the Note 3:
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-note-3-ledger-flip-view-dark-gray-p/csf2ssgt3k-dg.htm
I have to revise my "ideal case" to an OEM Protective Cover + with S-View and a Kickstand (or other method of putting into landscape). I would seriously pay some decent coin for that! No bulk, protection for the screen, a way to see who's calling without opening the cover, and a way to watch media conveniently. Everything's always a compromise, eh?
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It wasn't me who came up with the idea. As much as I would like to take credit for it I can't as I am not that creative. In fact, I didn't do it myself. I showed it to a friend and had him do it for me
So far I have only seen the battery replacement cover with an additional window on the bottom in order to answer the phone. I don't particularly like the look of it. I am looking for one that you can answer the phone by the Home button like on the Goosperry. I also hope that it will fit my existing bumper case
So far this is the only one that I found that is close to what I am looking for.
http://koreahallyu.asia/all-products/galaxy-note-2-luxa-lucir-incredible-view-cover/
I say close because it says that it replaces the battery cover (no nfc but I don't really use that anyway) but looking at the pictures it seems more like a case. Also I'm not sure if i wanted to spend this much ($30) on an unknown item. I would appreciate any thoughts on this case, thanks:good:
edit: found this one with a bumper on the same site http://koreahallyu.asia/all-products/galaxy-note-2-french-bumper-ultra-protective-view-cover/. The problem is that it gives the same generic description as the other one (in regards to material and how it doesn't add bulk).how can a bumper be the same as a battery cover? It's also the same price.
Edit2: I found another case on the same site with the same description for five dollars less
GMAN1722 said:
So far this is the only one that I found that is close to what I am looking for.
http://koreahallyu.asia/all-products/galaxy-note-2-luxa-lucir-incredible-view-cover/
I say close because it says that it replaces the battery cover (no nfc but I don't really use that anyway) but looking at the pictures it seems more like a case. Also I'm not sure if i wanted to spend this much ($30) on an unknown item. I would appreciate any thoughts on this case, thanks:good:
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That looks like the exact same design as the Goospery one I got from Amazon, sans the "Galaxy Note II" graphics. It's even got the indentation to press the home button. It definitely doesn't look like a battery replacement... you can see a cutout for the power button that seems rather pronounced.
I'm still really liking the Arbalest case. I particularly like that there's no branding on the outside of it whatsoever... I just wish it had the slimmer profile of the OEM Protective Cover +.
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Gman... check this out:
http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x138fmg_samsung-galaxy-note-2-n7100-battery-replacement-case-cover_school
amadeus303 said:
That looks like the exact same design as the Goospery one I got from Amazon, sans the "Galaxy Note II" graphics. It's even got the indentation to press the home button. It definitely doesn't look like a battery replacement... you can see a cutout for the power button that seems rather pronounced.
I'm still really liking the Arbalest case. I particularly like that there's no branding on the outside of it whatsoever... I just wish it had the slimmer profile of the OEM Protective Cover +.
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Gman... check this out:
http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x138fmg_samsung-galaxy-note-2-n7100-battery-replacement-case-cover_school
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Cool, thanks. My only question is can I answer the phone via the home button like on the Goosperry?
See this video with the s-view app working with the s-view cover. In my N2 works great.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CH-Ce8E-UoU&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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jrenascimento said:
See this video with the s-view app working with the s-view cover. In my N2 works great.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CH-Ce8E-UoU&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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Are you saying the app works great? Or are you saying the S4 S View cover works great on a Note 2? Or both?
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Are you saying the app works great? Or are you saying the S4 S View cover works great on a Note 2? Or both?
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The application and s-view case, both worked excellently on my note*2.
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How useful is this?
Hey guys, i dont currently have the s-view case but my mother does and it looks like it could be themed/modded. does anyone think we will see this in the future. it has to be on the phone since it is activated when the flip is closed that leads me to believe that it is just an apk that can be de-compiled and modded to look better.
any thoughts?
Hi first post here. Just got a Note 5 N920s and all is sweet apart from the Style cover case not activating. I am not sure if it is because it is a third party case and not genuine Samsungs own or if I am missing something. There is no Accessories item in the settings menu that I can find. Any ideas ? Thanks.
P.S. It works with the SView Plus app from the Play store
Gadgetpriest said:
Hi first post here. Just got a Note 5 N920s and all is sweet apart from the Style cover case not activating. I am not sure if it is because it is a third party case and not genuine Samsungs own or if I am missing something. There is no Accessories item in the settings menu that I can find. Any ideas ? Thanks.
P.S. It works with the SView Plus app from the Play store
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I think S-View works only with OEM folio cases
Vivek_Vivek said:
I think S-View works only with OEM folio cases
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Any idea what triggers it|? I have tried various magnets with no luck. The Note 4 had physical pin connections as you probably know but he back is not removable on the Note 5 so there must be some other way.
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Any idea what triggers it|? I have tried various magnets with no luck. The Note 4 had physical pin connections as you probably know but he back is not removable on the Note 5 so there must be some other way.
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I believe it is via NFC
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Like as subject, I've bought a chipper not original cover for note 5. Which I worried that cover doesn't works in S-view.
Anybody has a piece of advice to get to works that one ?
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Emblema said:
Like as subject, I've bought a chipper not original cover for note 5. Which I worried that cover doesn't works in S-view.
Anybody has a piece of advice to get to works that one ?
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original s view cover has chip built in and at least two very small magnet... all under the cloth of original Samsung cover... so it'll be hard to duplicate
try play store for various apps that might come close to what you want.... I did use one once but can't remember the name of the app
Thank you, I'd think something as that
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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?
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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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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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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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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.