I have this case and it seems the bottom left hand corner clip doesn't hold very well around the edge of the xoom. The right clip stays on very well even with some pressure applied, however the left clip will slip off the xoom at the slightest of pressure. Has anyone else experienced this? I just wanted to make sure it wasn't just me.
I took my Xoom to Verizon and we tried at least three different folio cases and the same exact thing happens. Even their demo Xoom did the same thing. The lady said that the folio case had a 12 month warranty so she ordered the new leather folio and had it shipped to my house via next day, and asked me to bring my old folio back in after i receive it.
I hope this leather one is better.
Are you talking about the original folio case or the leather one? I have no problems what so ever on mine. The bottom corners are supposed to let go so you can use the stand part?
Is this the official Motorola one? If so then yes I am having the same problem but I can fix it with a lot of pressure.
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i am having the very opposite effect... mine hold very tight... i almost have to yank it loose... purchased mine on the very first day i wonder if you have a different version, or maybe i got lucky... i guess that is how you could look at it... i find it a pain, but i would find it a bigger pain if it was loose like you say yours is.
leather case here. it holds well enough, no complaints. not tight, not loose.
I have been through two of the original folio cases, they have the exact same problem. Going to get the leather one instead.
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I've got the leather folio and the top clips are flawless, always the right fit with no issues.
The bottom left has gotten loose, whereas the right seems to be just right.
YMMV, I frequently "go naked" and the repeated in/out of the Xoom on this case may have causes it loosen up a bit.
My case is the exact same. But since some people have trouble getting their case to pop loose, I consider it a "feature."
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got the kevikev carbon fiber case yesterday great case
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I'm beginning to believe that Verizon's case manufacturer made a pretty big screw-up...
Has anyone purchased the dock and the case? Due to the cost of these accessories, it's unlikely that many people buy the dock AND the case that sits it upright... For those that did: If you notice, the dock has a second insert for use if you also bought the case. Now, if you actually do swap out the dock inserts, in order to dock the device with the case; you have to unfold the flap as if you were standing it up anyways...
If you do this, and use the insert for the case--- there is lots of room if you dock it in this fashion. There's virtually no way to bend the case 'enough' to make it fit with the case on, so why send the secondary insert?
Now, if you do this... (silly I know) install the case on your Xoom upside down!
Wait for it...
That's right... it fits PERFECTLY on the dock with the additional insert when loaded in this fashion.
Now... we've read so many complaints about not being able to charge the device while in the case and having the device closed... If you install it "upside down" you'll notice both the usb connector, the 2x media contacts, and the power port is exposed and usable while closed.
OK, so what's the catch? The volume buttons are covered up. (/facepalm)
Quite clearly there was at least one manufacturing 'oops' here... Clearly the design of the case that went into production was somehow mirrored the 'opening' to the wrong side...
So... My point...
The dock insert is useless...???
I believe the insert is for use when you have the silicone case on the xoom and maybe some future cases. I just take my xoom out of the case when I use the dock at night. Will be looking at the silicone cases this week to see how it looks and feels on the xoom.
Dock insert is for gel case. Works perfect with the gel case and insert.
Procinctu said:
Dock insert is for gel case. Works perfect with the gel case and insert.
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Wow--- I completely forgot those existed. Makes sense now, although you have to admit it is as if the cad design on the folder case must have gotten flipped or something, lol. Poor design all around.
Looks like I'm returning the Xoom anyways, with Sprint announcing their release of a 4G ready Xoom next month, and what seems to be Verizon is blocking PPTP traffic... I'm wavering...
For those of you removing the Xoom from the folio case, does it seem to cause any undue wear and tare on the tabs that lock the Xoom in? I have the dock and case but am still waiting on delivery of the Xoom.
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I have no wear at all. The case is flexable enough to loosen one side out at a time, do not snap or pop the Xoom in and out and you have nothing to worry about. I was worried about this as well after reading the post, which I now see were exagerated, and legit damage was likely operator error.
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Mahtan Tasadur said:
I have no wear at all. The case is flexable enough to loosen one side out at a time, do not snap or pop the Xoom in and out and you have nothing to worry about. I was worried about this as well after reading the post, which I now see were exagerated, and legit damage was likely operator error.
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I agree, I haven't noticed any wear and I take the case off every night to put the xoom on the dock.
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Some people were complaining about lags and loss of performance when the Xoom is operated in upside-down orientation... I charged upside-down (no dock though) and of course it works
So I didn't find a thread for this case yet so I decided I would and put my review up for everything. I myself am not terribly picky when it comes to reviewing; I'm satisfied with most things I purchase. I hope this will help any who are thinking about buying this case.
First off, I love the look of the case. The mixture of soft and hard and the double color combo is what really made me want to get the case. It really stands out over the the tpu and silicone cases because of this. I got the the black hard cover with the gray inside silicone. Both colors were a bit lighter than what I was expecting; the black isn't true black more matte and the gray was a couple of shades lighter, a medium gray. The feel of each piece is nice also, very easy to grip and doesn't slide in your hands.
Now to the protection. This is where my one downside is to the case. I don't know if they all come this way, but my silicone is a bit looser than I was expecting. You can pull on the sides and they come away from the xoom, allowing dust and particles to go inside. This I felt should have been tighter, almost like a tpu case to keep the dust out. But thanks to the outer shell you don't notice it any where else. It doesn't slide around on the xoom and stays in place as a case should. (The reason I switched from just a silicone case, because it got too loose and didn't hold the xoom firmly) I really feel that if I dropped the xoom that the case wouldn't fall off and be able to protect it from any damage or scratches. Also the sides do come up a bit higher off the xoom than my silicone one from Verizon. The raised edge around the xoom makes the case feel a bit different, but I'm getting used to it.
Also, the pop out kickstand is a great feature. It stays nice and flat in the back and clicks into place, which was something I was worried about and not wanting it just flopping around back there. It holds nice on most surfaces unless its something slippery like a glass tile or something. I am able to peck type and it doesn't move or feel like its about to fall. There is a raised edge for the hinge but I never notice it when holding it unless you have huge hands possibly.
All the cutouts are there, even for the sd card! The buttons for the volume buttons are way easier than my old case since they are more defined. I do not have a dock so I can't tell whether its possible to dock in the case or not. (sorry for anyone who wants to know)
Hope this may help someone out there that's on the fence about this case! I would give it a 4.5/5 just docked because of the loose edges. Other than that I feel like I may not look for another case for a long time. Thumbs up to Incipio!
Here are a couple of pics I snapped that someone requested..
Edit: It also comes with a screen protector, which I haven't put on yet.
This looks very interesting. How durable do you think the pop out stand is? Does it look like it could break easily?
I know you said that you do not have a dock to test with, so I posted a question to Incipio if it will fit in the docking station. If I hear back I will post thier response.
I would say its pretty durable the hinge has a bit of give to it and the kickstand itself is thick enough that it wouldn't snap in half
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So I was chatting with one of the Incipio customer service people and I asked if the Xoom could still be docked with the case installed and they said no. Not being one to take no for an answer I asked how thick the case was in the back so I can compare with my silicon skin. The CSR had no clue but promissed to email me the information as soon as they could get it. That was a couple days ago so we will see.
So would you be so kind to measure how thick the case is in back? Just for reference the silicon case is about 2mm thick. If I were to make a complete guess I bet this case is about 3-4mm thick. If I can find out how thick it is, I can artificially make my silicon case thicker to match and see if it will still dock.
I really like the looks of this case and the built-in stand is a nice feature, I just would hate to have to take it out of the case every night when I put my Xoom in the dock to charge.
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So I was chatting with one of the Incipio customer service people and I asked if the Xoom could still be docked with the case installed and they said no. Not being one to take no for an answer I asked how thick the case was in the back so I can compare with my silicon skin. The CSR had no clue but promissed to email me the information as soon as they could get it. That was a couple days ago so we will see.
So would you be so kind to measure how thick the case is in back? Just for reference the silicon case is about 2mm thick. If I were to make a complete guess I bet this case is about 3-4mm thick. If I can find out how thick it is, I can artificially make my silicon case thicker to match and see if it will still dock.
I really like the looks of this case and the built-in stand is a nice feature, I just would hate to have to take it out of the case every night when I put my Xoom in the dock to charge.
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Any update on this? I just got the case and would like to get a dock as well
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I got this too but I went for white and black, thought it looked cooler. It's not just you by the way, the sides are very loose. I think the best thing about this case is the kickstand. It stays put and I can actually Swype something on it. The angle is perfect for viewing content and it makes the device feel more snug and easier to grip. I think this is the best case thus far for the Xoom. It has a stand and it makes the device feel so much more safe.
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I got this too but I went for white and black, thought it looked cooler. It's not just you by the way, the sides are very loose. I think the best thing about this case is the kickstand. It stays put and I can actually Swype something on it. The angle is perfect for viewing content and it makes the device feel more snug and easier to grip. I think this is the best case thus far for the Xoom. It has a stand and it makes the device feel so much more safe.
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Well glad it isn't just me..
Btw, do you have the dock for the xoom? I am tossing around the idea of getting one, but if it doesn't fit with the case..
Confirmed the case will work with a standard dock if you remove the adapter plate from the dock.
yup i just got the speaker dock and it works without the case adapter though it is a bit loose.. wish they would've made the case adapter without the front goove/ledge bc it would fit if that wasn't there..
I do not have my dock here, but is it the thickness of the case that causes the problem or the lip on the front of the adapter plate? If it is just the lip that could easily be sanded/cut away.
I think it may fit if it didn't have the lip but the thickness on the bottom may make it too thick to plug in all the way anyway
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does xoom with this case fit on speaker dock?
Posted before I saw the other responses. The dock comes with a cutout for an encased Xoom but does not fit the Kevikev leather case (that I like otherwise). Wish there was a case I could just leave on the Xoom docked or closed up to carry around...
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Rob
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Impact-Resi...ccessories&hash=item519b281abc#ht_2288wt_1270
I just saw that on ebay. I'm thinking about picking that one up. Doe's not look bad for 20 bucks.
looks pretty good to me. something like the ones seidio makes.
I got one of these and it is the exact same case sprint sells.
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except this clips over the case. sprint clips over the phone.
I went ahead and pulled the trigger on one. We'll see in about a week...
I had originally purchased the carbon fiber case with the built-in kick stand from accessorygenie on eBay (I liked it when I tried it at my local Sprint store, but it was way overpriced), but what I received in the mail today was the case with the Technocel holster and the extra micro-USB cable (as described in the OP) due to a "glitch in the system." They are sending me the actual carbon fiber case free of charge and they didn't require me to send back this holster case to them.
Is there anyone here that would be interested in purchasing this Technocel holster case + micro-USB cable from me for half of what it's going for on eBay? I've uploaded four pictures of the actual product and USB cable on my bed. I didn't realize this before, but the actual case is comprise of two parts: the phone case that encases the Epic 4G Touch, and the part with the clip attached to the holster (which, of course, is bigger than the case itself in order to actually hold the phone and case in place). The very last sample picture I've uploaded features a close-up of the clip and the Technocel logo that is on it. The package is still unopened, but has a small dent in the lower left hand corner of the plastic, presumably from the shipping.
I'm willing to part with this for around $10-12 if anyone is interested in biting. PM me for more details or additional questions.
And just in case you were wondering where it would be mailed from, I live in Norman, OK. I was stuck on a Palm Pre on its last legs for the entire two-year duration on was on contract, and I'm so, so, soooooo happy to have finally pulled the trigger to get a new smartphone like the E4T. It's phenomenal.
EDIT: I just realized I submitted this post before I had a chance to let my pictures finish uploading. =(
Bought the case/holster last week it arrived last friday. Quality isnt the greatest. Case outside the phone doesnt snap around the phone as tight as i would like. Small drop and it comes apart. Holster needs a stronger spring on the clip that hold the phone in place. Wore it to work today for the first time and it came right out of the clip twice when I barely even touched the thing. Should have seen my face when a lady say "excuse me, is this yours" and walks up holding pieces in her hand :O . Im just gonna rock it with a tpu in my pocket until seidio or otterbox releases a case/holster combo.
That blows. I order the case on sunday. It should be here this weekend. I may a well put it right in the trash.
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damit i ordered it too. Will the tpu case fit with the holster?
Got my case today. I've been using it for a couple hours. Nothing like the case/ hoster I had for my evo 4g. But doing the job for right now.
If I had to choose again. I would pay the extra ten at the sprint store to get a my reliable case.
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i got the one sprint sells, and its not that bad at all. it fits super snug against the phone, only gripe is that it's not as easy to put into the holster like most holsters....takes a lil getting used too
Been using this case/holster today. (directly from the ebay link)
The case fits fairly snug around the phone, though the case itself dosen't seem to click together 100% (more like 99%, small gaps). It fits into the holster quite well. I do IT work in a factory/office environment, so I do a lot of walking around, crouching, laying on the ground, etc. The case hasn't once popped out of the holster on it's own. The holster seems to translate vibration from the phone fairly well so you can tell when your phone is going off. It's also nice that the holster keeps the headphone port accessible.
I have dropped the phone once while in the case. From about 3 feet onto concrete. It popped right out of the case, and while that might seem bad, I think it's more by-design, since it disperses some of the energy from the fall by the case absorbing it and coming apart. The case snapped right back on, no problem, and the phone is fine.
Overall, I like it well enough to keep it for awhile, until a more premium case/holster combo comes out. $20 seems a little steep for it, $12 - $15 would be a bit more fair considering the quality; though it was free shipping, so that kind of evens it out.
Since a fair few of you will now have one of these, I was just looking to get some thoughts and opinions on one please?
Also I know it can stand vertical with this case on, but can it stand landscape?
Thanks
U can do everything without any trouble, it's a great case.
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U can do everything without any trouble, it's a great case.
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I've seen that it can stand vertical on it's own when the case is on, I was wondering if it could stand landscape too?
Thanks
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Yeah, it's a great little case. I bought the black one, and i'm looking at getting a blue one next. Really cheap for official ones from Trusted Sellers on ebay (roughly £7 without original packaging, £10 with)
the only downside is it lets dust through the little holes, so you get a neat little dust pattern on the back side of your phone - a regular removal and wipe on your trousers helps.
I've had one on it for about 2 weeks and I like it, only drawback is I had to shave down by USB connector plastic to get it to fit while the case is still on. I ordered another from dealextreme because it was really cheap. I notice the case just touches the mic area but doesnt cover it up. I like it because it's not very bulky and the plastic 'mesh' back fits over a soft case and makes it rigid and easy to hold.
Good luck for u
Got a generic cheap mesh case from eBay, its pretty awesome but as mentioned above, gets a bit dirty after some long time, and mine is cheap enough to start breaking on corners, had a few falls tho, and that's the purpose of a case, so the phone doesn't break instead
I had this case, it was okay at the start but in the end the plastic on the top corner started breaking away. Also the one and only time I dropped my phone with this case on I got a nasty scratch just above the screen where there was no protection. I had to ditch it. I'm using a plain black tpu case now, much more protection. The advantage of the mesh case is that its so slim.
Edit : Oh yea and its a dust magnet.
Got the original mesh case, I dropped it twice since I got it. First time no damage at all, protected the phone nicely. Second time the phone popped out of the case as it hit the floor (shoulder hight, had a nice spin to it also) but both the case and the phone didn't suffer any damage. So I guess it serves it's purpose and looks nice as well.
Aesthetically nice.
Crap if you want proper protection.
I bought it merely to protect the camera and back when I put the phone down to prevent scratching. For overall phone protection it's definitely going to be lacking as the top and bottom edges of the phone aren't covered. The case clips on easily but stays on fairly tightly. The rubbery material gives better grip when holding the phone. Dust does get in over a week or so over the back of the phone, though isn't noticeable with the case on, and can easily be wiped off. I think the case looks pretty nice, all key areas are fully accessible and for the price of about £8 was worth it.
is not compatible for i9100P
I've just buy the genuine Samsung mesh vent case for my Samsung Galaxy S2 win NFC (i9100P) but it is NOT compatible. My colleague on the i9100, not NFC, perfect fit.
Some ideas?
Light, strong and keeps the thinness we all love about our S2s!
Dropped mine a couple of times on to wooden floors and no damage yet
Protects the camera lens too when lying on a flat surface
The dust comments are true but only noticeable when u take the cover off so no big deal and it fits so snugly it kinda looks part of the phone!
To answer original question tho, no only stands in portrait
I got an official Samsung one given with mine. Good at protecting from scuffs when it's on a table or desk but wouldn't like to trust it with protecting my phone from a fall.
That's why it's sat unused in a cupboard at work! If anyone wants it just message me and I'll stick in the post.
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I got an official Samsung one given with mine. Good at protecting from scuffs when it's on a table or desk but wouldn't like to trust it with protecting my phone from a fall.
That's why it's sat unused in a cupboard at work! If anyone wants it just message me and I'll stick in the post.
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I'll take the case if it's on offer, let me know your thoughts on shipping to Australia Figure you sent all your convicts here, so a case shouldn't be a problem
I've got the official Moto folio for mine at the mo, and its not a bad bit of kit however, it has 2 annoying "features".
When you pop the bottom of the case off to stand the device up, the device "slips" inside the case and the plastic clip bits push the volume rocker.
I dont have a screen protector on mine and the protective ridges leave bars across the screen..
Anyone in the UK tried another case, or someone in the US perhaps with a case that I can get here in the UK?
glad it's not just me then! I'd assumed I'd just gotten a slight "dud" one when I found my Xoom slipping out slightly.
I also find that the bottom corners don't both fully clip over the tablet...I had assumed it was just because it was new (got it last week) and needed to bed in a little, but that may not be the case then.
The bars you mention annoyed me at first, but they wipe off so I'm not too fussed. Would be interested to hear views on other cases as well though
I've had no issues with my uk folio case, apart from the price I paid for it last year. It sits very firmly in the case and clips over fine, however I do have to apply pressure to get it to clip over properly whenever I am putting the case back on.
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I've had no issues with my uk folio case, apart from the price I paid for it last year. It sits very firmly in the case and clips over fine, however I do have to apply pressure to get it to clip over properly whenever I am putting the case back on.
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Same here, no problem with it slipping when popping the bottom of the case of to use as a stand. Its a firm tight fit.
As for the bottom not fully clipping over the tablet. I had that problem when I got my case. I sliced the two little nibs of plastic off and although its not a 100% fit, it does sit a lot better in the bottom half.
I've gone for this one as it seems to get great reviews
http://www.amazon.co.uk/LuvTab-Moto...JO9Q/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1327331680&sr=8-1
Ordered this case today Motorola Xoom Tablet Leather Folio Case Cover White
Seems decent for the price.
Ordered the below from eBay and received quickly. Great vfm and looks great!
Case from e_cell (used them loads over the years! £8. 95
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/190623986529?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
Screen protector x3 £2. 59
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/130631576925?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
Stylus £0.99
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