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http://www.amazon.co.uk/Google-Nexus-Tablet-Case-integrated/dp/B008GEBFQK/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
When I first bought this case, I suspected it might just be another of those generic cases that is not really made for the Nexus 7, but fits anyway, so it's called a Nexus 7 case.
HOWEVER, the Nexus 7 fits REALLY snugly in the case and does not move around once in it (llike so many other cases). All buttons and ports are easily accessible when the Nexus 7 is in the case, and the stand works as expected.
On some covers, the frame (narrow bits covering the bezel) 'lifts up', but this cover seems pretty sturdy and the tablet sits dead center, and all of the screen is easily accessible. Swiping up and down is not hindered by the cover as there is enough space between where the button of the screen ends and the frame starts.
What REALLY made me like this case after trying it was that they used a magnet on the front cover (so tablet can detect opening and closing of cover) that was strong enough for the table to detect when opening and closing the cover, but did NOT turn the screen off when you folded the front cover back (like so many other cases do). The stylus works as expected (though it seems more accurate than other Styli I have used, but may just be because it is still new), and being able to use it as a pen means I can carry one less pen in my laptop bag
This is the third case I have bought for my Nexus 7 (the first was similar but did not have the magnet in the front cover to enable auto on/off, even though it was advertised as such, and was also a little too big. The second was just a sleeve), and as long as the velcro strip that holds the tablet in the case does not wear too much over time, I doubt I will need to buy another case for a while.
Some people have said the power button is difficult to reach on this case, but I would have to disagree. Even with my chubby fingers, I can reach the power button. One tip though... if your case is open and the screen has turned off, simply close the cover and open it again and it will turn on the screen without having to touch the power button.
Pairing this case with a decent (but small) bluetooth keyboard makes for a much easier typing experience, without the need to get an expensive case with included keyboard. I personally have just bought this keyboard (http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B005MJ6F80/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00) and even though it does not have Android specific keys, it works perfectly otherwise.
Case and stylus/pen cost £10.88, so not a bad buy in my opinion.
Uh, that case you reviewed that was a little too big, was it a folio case, and would it be snug if, say a TPU case was on the device? If so, can you direct me to details on it? I'd like a folio that doesn't make me take the case off. Thanks! -Ara
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AraDreamer said:
Uh, that case you reviewed that was a little too big, was it a folio case, and would it be snug if, say a TPU case was on the device? If so, can you direct me to details on it? I'd like a folio that doesn't make me take the case off. Thanks! -Ara
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It was a folio case, but i think that it would not fit if you had any thing on the nexus.
This is the case I am referring to http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B008GSMRAY/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
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The hole on the flap, is for the mic... if you look its located where the flap is
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The hole on the flap, is for the mic... if you look its located where the flap is
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Ah cool. Didnt see that thanks for the info.
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They need to bring this to the US...
need one stateside
any U.K. forum members up for shipping one of these to their U.S. brethren?
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They need to bring this to the US...
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LuvTab has been making them
http://www.amazon.com/LuvTab-CARBON...44548700&sr=1-1&keywords=carbon+fiber+nexus+7
Here's a multiview one
http://www.amazon.com/Dual-View-Mul...qid=1344548792&sr=1-4&keywords=nexus+7+carbon
And another one for luck lol
http://www.amazon.com/Re-Elegant-Mu...id=1344548792&sr=1-19&keywords=nexus+7+carbon
Those aren't bad, but the case at the top of this thread is the one I truly covet.
The way for changing viewing angles on the LUV case doesn't appeal to me - the video review I watched
indicated that it was pretty flimsy when standing up.
Been waiting a while to get this and it has finally arrived and the review is done.
Very interesting case
http://youtu.be/0OA1MPmxPwA
Let me know your thoughts
Oli
It does look interesting. You mentioned a link in your review, but I didn't see one. Where did you get it? I did a search and didn't come up with anything. Do you think the magnetism will be a problem? I always wonder about that.
Thanks for all the case reviews! This one does look interesting..
Not bad, a TPU case with front protection, stand, and very thin. I am always worried about dropping it face first with a TPU case and this one solves that problem. But does the magnet interfere with GPS, S Pen?
yeah...nice looking case...but can't find it anywhere online for buying it....
I've been looking at this case for a while and found it for sale here:
HTML:
http://www.obostore.com/benks-magic-mousse-cake-series-leather-skin-for-samsung-galaxy-note-2-case-p-10900.html#.UJ0hAGfnmEw
Nice case. It would be even better if it came with an integral back cover like the Samsung flip case so it would be even thinner.
I did some Googling and found some more pictures:
http://www.benks.com.cn/en/ProShow.aspx?ID=2351&Class=648
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Nice case. It would be even better if it came with an integral back cover like the Samsung flip case so it would be even thinner.
I did some Googling and found some more pictures:
http://www.benks.com.cn/en/ProShow.aspx?ID=2351&Class=648
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Lol...but one of the reason I like thus flip case is because it's the only one I can find now that also protects the back and the sides.
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After a closer look I have noticed that the Momax case is actually different from the Benks case.
http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/momax-the-core-smart-case-for-samsung-galaxy-note-2-black-p37081.htm
I am now wondering if the stand of the Benks case can also be used in portrait mode as the Momax case.
all of the magnets are going to affect the s pens use as well as possibly damage your memory card
I recently got the brown Momax case, and after experimenting with it, there does NOT appear to be any effect on the S-Pen from the magnets in the case. This is after tinkering under a variety of circumstances. Overall I'd say I'm very happy with this case because it does not add bulk to my already large Note 2, and it uses a clever design to enable the device to stand on its own. I would definitely recommend it.
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nightreverb said:
I recently got the brown Momax case, and after experimenting with it, there does NOT appear to be any effect on the S-Pen from the magnets in the case. This is after tinkering under a variety of circumstances. Overall I'd say I'm very happy with this case because it does not add bulk to my already large Note 2, and it uses a clever design to enable the device to stand on its own. I would definitely recommend it.
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Hey,
can you easily flip the cover all the way back? In the case of typing, chatting, writing is it a problem having the cover hanging around when one-handed? does the cover wiggle too much?
Love this case and I have checked the youtube reviews (Olis4, Himesh123456789, Milkerz5) but they don't show the cover flipping all the way to the back... :/
Thanks in advance...
That's pretty clever - too bad the TPU case color doesn't come in black.
- Frank
I am considering buying this case, but I'm not sure about the magnets.
Do they interfere with the compass or the S-Pen when the flap is wide open or fully folded backwards (not in a stand position)?
Also, how is one-hand operation with this case on?
It's annoying funny how all the reviews omit such important aspects and only tell us about the design...
777tony777 said:
Hey,
can you easily flip the cover all the way back? In the case of typing, chatting, writing is it a problem having the cover hanging around when one-handed? does the cover wiggle too much?
Love this case and I have checked the youtube reviews (Olis4, Himesh123456789, Milkerz5) but they don't show the cover flipping all the way to the back... :/
Thanks in advance...
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ChangeLog said:
I am considering buying this case, but I'm not sure about the magnets.
Do they interfere with the compass or the S-Pen when the flap is wide open or fully folded backwards (not in a stand position)?
Also, how is one-hand operation with this case on?
It's annoying funny how all the reviews omit such important aspects and only tell us about the design...
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Sorry for the delay, I did not receive an email that someone replied here until just now. Anyways, yes, the cover flips all the way back to essentially become flat. I didn't have an issue with the cover hanging during one-handed operation. It didn't really wiggle too much either since the phone is secured on the back part of the case pretty nicely. It was my daily driver over Samsung's case for the phone. :good:
As to the magnets, I did not experience any interference although I have to admit that my use of the S-Pen was light. Tinkering and testing when I first got the case showed that there was no magnetic interference though. To expand on my level of one-handed operation - I have smaller hands and did not have an issue with the case. I would typically read Kindle on there and hold it in my left hand, my fingers would come around to the right side of the screen, and I was able to turn pages no problem. I never typed one-handed though, and I always type in portrait mode.
Hope this helps!
Thanks for the reply, it's very helpful.
How about the compass? Do you notice any significant deviation when the case is on w/ the flap in various positions vs when the case is off? For example, I would expect that the deviation (if any) is smaller when the flap is opened at 180 degrees, since the magnets are farther away from the phone, than in a fully folded position.
I'm finding myself using the navigation increasingly often, so it's important to have accurate sensor readings.
Again, thanks a bunch!
I would think that navigation software using gps signal only.
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I think that the compass is used in pedestrian navigation (which I use), when you turn around in a spot. How else would it know the heading?
I too am interested in a definitive answer in how much the magnet effects spen and the compass.
I've also been looking at the zenus cases which don't use a magnet, but I'm unsure whether it can hold the phone up like a kickstand and it's a lot of money to gamble on if it doesn't.
Title says it all.
Looking for a cheap, thin case than can angle the Nexus 7 in a way that Apple's Smart Covers do for the iPad.
Buy a case and put a magnet in it
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Case for Nexus 7
Valerianus said:
Title says it all.
Looking for a cheap, thin case than can angle the Nexus 7 in a way that Apple's Smart Covers do for the iPad.
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When I bought my Nexus 7 at Tesco I also bought a 'Port Phoenix II' which is a universal case for a 7" tablet but holds my Nexus 7 perfectly.
It is a black nylon like fabic which folds like a book and also holds the Nexus 7 vertically in landscape mode with two positions.
It cost £14.99 and I consider it very good value.
Maybe some thing like this?
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B008GSMRAY/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
I have ordered it my self but not got it yet. Almost felt bad that the delivery to Sweden were higher then the price for the case it self.
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Maybe some thing like this?
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B008GSMRAY/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
I have ordered it my self but not got it yet. Almost felt bad that the delivery to Sweden were higher then the price for the case it self.
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According to the some comments in amazon ...
[...]Closing the cover turns off the screen but if you fold the front cover around the back, this also turns of the screen[...]
[...]The case has a magnet and what feels like a metal insert for strenghthening - these are interfering with the compass[...]
antiker1 said:
According to the some comments in amazon ...
[...]Closing the cover turns off the screen but if you fold the front cover around the back, this also turns of the screen[...]
[...]The case has a magnet and what feels like a metal insert for strenghthening - these are interfering with the compass[...]
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Yea saw those to but since it had mostly good reviews and a low price I bought it any way.
And well both those two are down sides of "smart covers" with magnets. In the worse case if I have the same problem I'll remove the magnets. I'm used to wake it up with the start button any way.
I have this cheap one from Ebay and LOVE IT! Great quality, slim, and works like a charm.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/251150464714?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
antiker1 said:
According to the some comments in amazon ...
[...]Closing the cover turns off the screen but if you fold the front cover around the back, this also turns of the screen[...]
[...]The case has a magnet and what feels like a metal insert for strenghthening - these are interfering with the compass[...]
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I've got that case (Purchased from that listing) and I don't get the problem of it turning the screen off when folded behind. Although I have on a different case, not on this one. No idea about the compass.
Poetic Slimeline
There's a case on Amazon made by Bluerex selling for $15.99, with a screen protector included. (I can't post a link because I'm too new to the forum).
I don't own it but it's got good reviews.
njbair said:
There's a case on Amazon made by Bluerex selling for $15.99, with a screen protector included. (I can't post a link because I'm too new to the forum).
I don't own it but it's got good reviews.
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Does seem like a good case. And the added screen protector is a nice touch.
I just got G2 and Poetic Flipcase from Amazon today and it doesn't even fit. It seems to not wrap up around the edges enough to stay on and just keeps popping off. I'm so disappointed v.v I love Poetic cases, but this one is trash.
pics? possibly defective? or fake from crap vendor maybe?
just wondering.
knitler said:
I just got G2 and Poetic Flipcase from Amazon today and it doesn't even fit. It seems to not wrap up around the edges enough to stay on and just keeps popping off. I'm so disappointed v.v I love Poetic cases, but this one is trash.
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I thought the same thing as it was the first case I received for my T-Mobile G2. Thing is, it does fit. You have to really push the phone into the case but it will snap in. Usually, on mine anyway, the top right part (Facing) the phone would seem to stick out, but if you push on it, it will definitely snap into place.
Semantics said:
I thought the same thing as it was the first case I received for my T-Mobile G2. Thing is, it does fit. You have to really push the phone into the case but it will snap in. Usually, on mine anyway, the top right part (Facing) the phone would seem to stick out, but if you push on it, it will definitely snap into place.
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My experience too with the poetic case. Its a really snug fit, but it does clip in with a little bit of pressure.
Hi, i recently bought a "NILLKIN LG G2 Fresh Series Leather Case" from a vendor. Accordin to the pictures and the specs the QuickWindow feature should work, but its not... The feature is acitvated in the phones setttings but theres no reaction to the screen when i swipe in the little window. Does anyone have a suggestion how to solve this? Does only the LG G2 retail accessories work proper with this feature? Are there any custom-rom features that could solve this? Cheers!
spinxen said:
Hi, i recently bought a "NILLKIN LG G2 Fresh Series Leather Case" from a vendor. Accordin to the pictures and the specs the QuickWindow feature should work, but its not... The feature is acitvated in the phones setttings but theres no reaction to the screen when i swipe in the little window. Does anyone have a suggestion how to solve this? Does only the LG G2 retail accessories work proper with this feature? Are there any custom-rom features that could solve this? Cheers!
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I have the LG quick window case and it works perfectly well.
On closer inspection of the case it looks like there is a circular chip embedded within the back of the front case and I guess its that chip which then enables the software on the LG G2 to display the reduced visible window area.
Therefore I guess no other cases will work unless its the official case?
there is a setting for it under general > accessory
Make sure the embedded magnet in the cover is lined up with the left side of the screen about 1/3 of the way down, that's where the sensor is.
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murdoch1 said:
I have the LG quick window case and it works perfectly well.
On closer inspection of the case it looks like there is a circular chip embedded within the back of the front case and I guess its that chip which then enables the software on the LG G2 to display the reduced visible window area.
Therefore I guess no other cases will work unless its the official case?
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It's just a magnet.
BTW, get a better case (other than quick window). Just dropped mine from about 3 feet and it not only bounced, but popped off with no problem. My precious now has battle damage. On top of that, it appears to affect certain screen protectors. Even after cleaning the screen protector, the area of the window has an outline and gathers debris easier.
spinxen said:
Hi, i recently bought a "NILLKIN LG G2 Fresh Series Leather Case" from a vendor. Accordin to the pictures and the specs the QuickWindow feature should work, but its not... The feature is acitvated in the phones setttings but theres no reaction to the screen when i swipe in the little window. Does anyone have a suggestion how to solve this? Does only the LG G2 retail accessories work proper with this feature? Are there any custom-rom features that could solve this? Cheers!
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which device are you using? (D800? D801? D802? etc)
Nillkin Case works
I use it and it works
I made Pictures....
I bought it here, but three weeks lasted until it was there
http://www.ebay.at/itm/271297807271?var=570199864991&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
yeah thread owner you should change title
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bachera said:
yeah thread owner you should change title
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Well this is 10x cheaper than LGs one, just but it for the heck of it, is it a lot crappier than the original?
It really upsets me that there is no unofficial quick window case for Verizon's version.
Another Nillkin case working on T-mobile D801 LG G2
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I use it and it works
I made Pictures....
I bought it here, but three weeks lasted until it was there
http://www.ebay.at/itm/271297807271?var=570199864991&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
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:good:I also bought the Nillkin Flip PU Leather Cover Matte Hard Back Case that works perfectly with Quick Window - color = white...I also have the case shown above by user letschky
it works great with no problems.
Bought it here http://www.ebay.com/itm/131029587635?_trksid=p0.m570.l4467&_trkparms=gh1g%3DI131029587635.N19.S2.M-18829
Case works well
I picked up one of these cases from Amazon and can confirm it works as intended. The window shows the clock when the case is shut and then again when the power button is hit or a call comes in. The only downside I can see right now if the lack of a hole for the notification light. I plan on making a hole for the light when I get home with a hot nail.
Hi,
Planning to get the same case, but having second thought. Does it bother you that the case does not have hole for the notification? BTW, is the back cover feel nice, and grippy?
Thank you,
Urbanrootz said:
:good:I also bought the Nillkin Flip PU Leather Cover Matte Hard Back Case that works perfectly with Quick Window - color = white...I also have the case shown above by user letschky
it works great with no problems.
Bought it here http://www.ebay.com/itm/131029587635?_trksid=p0.m570.l4467&_trkparms=gh1g%3DI131029587635.N19.S2.M-18829
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oct_7 said:
Hi,
Planning to get the same case, but having second thought. Does it bother you that the case does not have hole for the notification? BTW, is the back cover feel nice, and grippy?
Thank you,
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The lack of a notification hole was easy to fix, I just expanded the hole for the speaker. The material is vinyl cover cardboard? so it did not melt as expected. I ended up taking a fine blade and cutting the space I wanted. This left ugly white edges so I colored it in with a marker as well as the window edges. If you have a small craft punch it would make a nice, clean hole.
The case is better in the hand than the bare phone. The back is smooth, but seems more grippy than the naked phone. I usually folder over the case when holding it so it helps with the grip as well.
oct_7 said:
Hi,
Planning to get the same case, but having second thought. Does it bother you that the case does not have hole for the notification? BTW, is the back cover feel nice, and grippy?
Thank you,
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:good: No it does not bother me at all, for some it might.......wasn't a deal breaker for me at all...The case is very grippy, nice texture to the back, I think I posted a picture with a close up of the back.
Thanks. I placed my order yesterday. Let's what I will do with LED hole. It is just weird I think that they did not consider that.
metapy said:
The lack of a notification hole was easy to fix, I just expanded the hole for the speaker. The material is vinyl cover cardboard? so it did not melt as expected. I ended up taking a fine blade and cutting the space I wanted. This left ugly white edges so I colored it in with a marker as well as the window edges. If you have a small craft punch it would make a nice, clean hole.
The case is better in the hand than the bare phone. The back is smooth, but seems more grippy than the naked phone. I usually folder over the case when holding it so it helps with the grip as well.
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Urbanrootz said:
:good: No it does not bother me at all, for some it might.......wasn't a deal breaker for me at all...The case is very grippy, nice textured to the back, I think I posted a picture with a close up of the back.
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oct_7 said:
Thanks. I placed my order yesterday. Let's what I will do with LED hole. It is just weird I think that they did not consider that.
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Cheers....It is a bit odd not to consider including the LED hole, but the cool thing is that the LED on the G2 is so bright you will know when its lit.
Urbanrootz said:
:good:I also bought the Nillkin Flip PU Leather Cover Matte Hard Back Case that works perfectly with Quick Window - color = white...I also have the case shown above by user letschky
it works great with no problems.
Bought it here http://www.ebay.com/itm/131029587635?_trksid=p0.m570.l4467&_trkparms=gh1g%3DI131029587635.N19.S2.M-18829
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Which material is used on the back, it looks kind of grippy like the N5 back, or is it just plastic?
Also, how long did it take to arrive?
Sebz4n said:
Which material is used on the back, it looks kind of grippy like the N5 back, or is it just plastic?
Also, how long did it take to arrive?
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I think its a textured hard plastic or maybe that TPU material.....it feels really nice in the hand......Shipping was pretty quick and free....surprisingly it took only 2 weeks to deliver from China to the US.