[Review] WaterField Tablet Ultimate SleeveCase - Galaxy Tab 10.1 Accessories

I wanted to pass along my opinion on a sleeve-type case I recently purchased for my GT-7510. I was looking for a higher-end case, something that would protect the Tab and also look good.
After looking at a number of brands, I decided to look at the products of a company calles SFBags. They offered a number of items for tablets, from sleeves to smaller sized messeger bags.
I contacted the company to ask about their products and they were very helpful, asking for the measurements of my Tab (with the bumper) and what I needed from a case. After several email exchanges, they suggested I try one of their small messenger bags, knowing that I may need to return it. I purchased the bag and received it in three days. The bag was really nice, but it was too big for the Tab.
I contacted them again and they were very helpful in assisting me in selecting the alternative, the Tablet Ultimate SleeveCase. I placed the order and the case arrived a week later - the delay because SFBags was waiting on their maker to complete an order.
The sleeve arrived and it was a perfect fit. The staff was very helpful in getting me a size that could accomodate my Tab, with a bumper installed.
You can see the products at sfbags.com. I would have included some images, but I am a new poster and the forum blocked the links to those photos. Sorry.
The case is very high quality and it even has a small loop on the bottom of the case to give you leverage when you pull the Tab out of the sleeve. The inside of the case is padded with soft material that I believe will protect the Tab from most mishaps and there is a flap cover that is secured with a large velcro strip. Finally, there is a small pouch on the back for storage. I ordered a size #41, to accomodate my Tab with the bumper. You'd need a #40 if you want a sleeve for naked Tab. My only observation is that the pouch on the back would benefit from some way to secure the top so items can't slip out. It would also be nice to offer a place to store a pen or stylus. But those are really trivial issues.
I also want to give a shout-out to the staff at SFBags. They are all very helpful, professional and want you to be satisified with your purchase. In fact, when I had to return the original purchase, I received an email from their CEO, who let me know that they were committed to help me get a case that met my needs. I can't say enough about their level of service and the quality of their products.

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Piel Frama launch Jasjar Case

See http://www.pielframa.com/promo_jasjar.htm
Only problem is that it would appear there is no belt clip
Nice!!
That's the first good case I've seen!
Looks professional and easy to use. Its a bit expensive to order it yet.
But that's the case I'm going to get for my MDA Pro
The missing belt-clip makes this case useless for me .. i want one with a belt clip !!!
- Superbowl
A beltclip is necessary for me, too. Without this function the standard MDA Pro case is OK with me. I think a case like the standard for the magician would be perfect for me - belt clip an quick release...
looks awesome, dunno that i'd trust having the pda open and the cover shut as those storage cards in the case get a tad close to the screen for my liking!
Flubster
There is not any plan at piel frama to add belt clip , i sent an e-mail to piel frama & they reply :
Regarding the belt clip, we have to inform you that due to the weight of the device and the design of the case, we cannot instal a belt clip on this new leather case. The clip would not stand the weight of the device on the belt. Besides, if we would instal a belt clip on the case, the functionality of the case would not be the intended one as the user would not be able to use the device with the belt clip on it.
We are sure that you will understand this situation and will agree that the belt clip is not a good idea for this model.
Please, do not hesitate to contact us if you need further assistance.
Very best regards and have a nice day!!
I just bought the Piel Frama case. The leather feels good but there is one design flaw. It has a strip of leather on top of the keyboard. With it my PDA cannot close properly. I am so afraid to damage the hinges on my new toy. If you have any ideas to modify this problem please let me know.
If anybody wants to buy my Piel Frama case for JASJAR please let me know. I live in Hong Kong
greatestkelvin said:
I just bought the Piel Frama case. The leather feels good but there is one design flaw. It has a strip of leather on top of the keyboard. With it my PDA cannot close properly. I am so afraid to damage the hinges on my new toy. If you have any ideas to modify this problem please let me know.
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You can cut the strip on top, near costures... I have one and no damage on JJ...
I am also very tempted to cut the strip of leather. But I was thinking if you do, after awhile the whole JASJAR might just fall out. Its really a pain to see such a nice case go to waste.
I was going to cut the leather strip as well. It does not seem like this is really what is holding it in so there would not be much harm in cutting it so that the device could fully close.
Can someone who did this post pics and say if it makes an improvement?
Cutting the case
Why are you guys cutting the case? Pielframa should replace the faulty cases. In the past they have replaced cases whithout the need to send back your faulty cases. Most people buy them from outside Spain. Sending it back internationally could be a pain. In the past when they released the first batch of the ipaq iPAQ H6340 cases, these cases were also faulty (it does not fit well). They did not recall the cases, but replaced them.
By the way the Pielframa issue is also mentioned on another thread. See
http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?p=183962#183962
Maybe they've changed their policies on replacements. As you stated, I don't want to mess with a 2-3 week turnaround from sending from the USA and back to Spain.
Here is what I got from Piel Frama:
Thank you very much for your email and for your kind words about our products.
We are sorry to hear that you are having problems with the case. In fact, some of our customers have informed us that they are having some problems to close the device. Our craftsmen have been thinking about it and they have thought about a solution which would be to take the thin strap over the keyboard from the case so that the problem will be solved and the device will close without problems.
So that, we would ask you to ship the case back to us by regular mail and we would modify it the case. Our postal address is the following one:
PIEL FRAMA
Avda. Fuente San Francisco S/Nº
P. I. "LA PIEL"
11600 Ubrique (Cádiz)
Spain
Once we get it, we will make this modification in the case and we will ship it back to you.
If its a matter of just cutting out the back leather strip, I can do that myself instead of dealing with a 2-3 week turnaround not to mention the mailing costs in addition to costs that I've already paid, to mail it to them.
It is not very customer friendly. Pielframe cases are certainly not cheap. A standard (i.e. not crocodile or ostrich) Jasjar case cost at least 70 euro's about 87 $. So we should expect good quality and good working cases. If a case is faulty which could damage the jasjar / MDA Pro then they are liable for that. So having customers to spend more money (time and shipping cost) to have it fix does not really make sense.
My Piel Frama case just arrived this morning (ordered on 2 Nov.). I was excitied because my normally they have great products. The leather is nice, but I have to report the problem mentioned above is worse than I imagined.
With my case, the leather strap across the top of the keyboard prevents the screen from closing by about 8mm!
I can not even snap-close the case because the screen sticks up so high --even if I apply pressure.
So, my case is completely unusable. I wonder if they had real Universal units during the design process, or if they just worked form published specs.
Back to Piel Frama.
I was visiting Piel Frama Factory. They have an I-Mate JASJAS to probe the cases. I have a cocodrile leather case and my JASJAR close well. You can see my blog (click in my firm or www) ... and will see, in last picture, the Piel Frama's JasJar.
Have Fun
my word of advice is don't use the case unless you do something about it. after 2 days of using my piel frama case I removed it and notice that the hinge is quite loose. previously the joints were tight, right now when I move the screen portion there is a clicking sound and it is coming from the joints. piel frama case has damaged my toy instead of protecting it. I just cut away the top portion leather that is above the keyboard. I don't care about sending it back, anyway what can they do when the design itself is flawed.
I did expect a little more than just "send the case back to us", but I guess that is the way customer service has gotten these days. Fortunately, I purchased my case from a reseller in the US and only paid $54 but still expected better from Piel Frama.
This bad press isn't going to be helping them sell many cases, because most of us hear about these things through forums such as this one.
Does cutting away the back leather strap appear to make a difference when closing the Universal now? I'm ready to start hacking mine!
yes , cutting it off does help quite bit, its much better now. however it will not completely close because there are still 2 more pieces of leather at the side. what I did was that I used a clamp for about 15 mins both sides. it looks ok much better than before. a few guys on this forum has also done so. afterall the machin is more precious than the case
greatestkelvin said:
yes , cutting it off does help quite bit, its much better now. however it will not completely close because there are still 2 more pieces of leather at the side. what I did was that I used a clamp for about 15 mins both sides. it looks ok much better than before. a few guys on this forum has also done so. afterall the machin is more precious than the case
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Hmm ... cutting the back stip off lowers the lid just a little. Cosmetically, the appearance is nicer with the strap. There's still some pressure on the back hinge when you snap the case closed. But, it looks to me like the top lid of the jj is flexing a little and like closing the lid is depressing the remaining leather on the sides that's causing problems. This pressure on the lid bothers me, but I'm not sure it will damage the hinge on my jj. I'm going to think about this more before deciding whether to return it to Frama.
I had, and still have, a slight clicking sound when closing the lid. This clicking sound isn't there at all if I pull the lid closed from the right side. But, it is there if I pull the lid closed from the left side. The swivel mechanism is rotated slightly counterclockwise and that is why right vs. left side pulling down of the lid causes no clicking vs. clicking.
This is not to say that the Frama case couldn't cause hinge problems for some. I don't think it would for me ... but I'm reluctant to snap the case shut now until I investigate further.

A1 EASECASE Custom-Made Leather case

I found on ebay this leather case for our lovely SGN: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/A1-EASECA...307038?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item56471d8f5e
Has anyone tried this case and do you know where can be found same type of case with lower price?
Easecase cases are very high quality as i bought one before for my Sensation. I've never seen them cheaper than what you see on Ebay as they are each custom made. I was thinning about the E5 or E6 versions but at a cost of over £60 it's a lot for a case. Excellent quality, you get what you pay for.
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I had an Easecase for my Dell Streak and despite the rather high cost, I'll be purchasing one for my not yet owned white Gnote ...
They're fabulous quality and you can choose from so many options with regard to colour, design, size ... I asked for my Streak case to have a hole so I could attach a strap and they were happy to do this even though not their usual design. Sold on ebay and ships from Hong Kong and even though custom made, the turnaround was excellent, allow several weeks though.
Overall outstanding!!
Now I just need my Note
i order E4 EASECASE Custom-Made Leather case for Samsung Galaxy Note...i'll update more when i get.
E5 ordered
I've ordered the E5 in the hopes I can entirely replace my wallet with it.
Once the looooong wait is over to get it, I'll post a my thoughts and feelings.
If anyone has ordered something from these guys before, how long did it actually take to get it.
I'm in Sweden at the moment, and, strangely, mail to here seems to come a lot quicker than it does to the UK - at least based on my ordering stuff from the US and the EU since I have been here.
I'll be watching this thread also, as I'm considering getting a custom-made case for my Note as well.
I'm aiming to replace my wallet. I'd like to keep my credit and debit cards, my workplace badge/ID card, my car spare key, and some cash all available on the Note. A friend jokingly called me ridiculous for wanting to keep all those possessions in one place, because if it ever got lost....
But for the past year my Vibrant has been at my side constantly, save a day or two. I've taken to wearing a stereo BT headset for awhile now, and it beeps if I get out of range of the Note, so there's a reminder.
One of my main concerns, though, is the day to day accessibility that might be impeded by the wallet/case enclosure. Will the flap over the screen fold back all the way out of the way? Will the Note + leather case be too thick and cumbersome for the pocket? Will the Note's CPU get overly warm? How about the stylus access? Can the flap double as both a vertical and horizontal kickstand for movie viewing?
I hope most of these concerns will be manageable. A supple leather case custom-fit for the Note just oozes class and functionality. Hope to see some positive reviews forthcoming...
kentmartin said:
I've ordered the E5 in the hopes I can entirely replace my wallet with it.
Once the looooong wait is over to get it, I'll post a my thoughts and feelings.
If anyone has ordered something from these guys before, how long did it actually take to get it.
I'm in Sweden at the moment, and, strangely, mail to here seems to come a lot quicker than it does to the UK - at least based on my ordering stuff from the US and the EU since I have been here.
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may i know how you ordered the a5? i am looking around their store and cant find that model
is lining leather selection to determine the leather inside? so you can have different color/leather inside??
I may purchase the A6 case, but have had bad experiences with leather phone cases in the past.
Are easecases soft to the touch?
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Anyone here have this case ordered? Can you share the manufacturer's link?
I was planning on getting a certain Easecase, but can't seem to find the particular style anymore. Was looking for the case with the flap on the left to hold credit cards and the open-face pouch on the right, so you can use the Note without taking it out.... anyone see that link anymore?
I seem to recall that the case I was looking at was from an Australian shop. Was looking to have it custom-made (hole for stylus, engraved name, ability of left flap to bend back to double as a kickstand...)
Thanks,
Andrew
I ordered one from Ebay. It took a few Weeks to arrive and when it did it had not been made to the specification i ordered. I emailed the seller who apologised and made a replacement free of charge. Both cases are of very high quality and i highly recommend them.
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ATTENTION
Hi Guys !
Just looked at this thread and the link on eBay , as I´m also waiting for a high quality leathercase - I´d ordered mine from PIEL FRAMA.
Scrolling down the advertising page on ebay I saw the different possibilities of closure-mechanisms , so there´s my warning:
Beware of magnetic closures , they will make problems with SGN Display in the region of the magnetic flap !!
Statement: PielFrama also produced their first Series of SGNCases with a magentic flip mechanism and MUST change back to nonmagentic snaps !
EmailReply PF :
We have been checking the case with our craftsmen and now, everything is
solved so that, the case you will receive does not have any problem.
This post should solve dissapointments cause of sharing recent experiences !
Ciao Hannes
silverx said:
may i know how you ordered the a5? i am looking around their store and cant find that model
is lining leather selection to determine the leather inside? so you can have different color/leather inside??
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Hi, I ordered the E5, not the A5 which might be why you are struggling
I am mighty impressed by the simplicity of the D2 case but the seller doesn't ship to India. Would have loved to get one.
vasishta.sushant said:
I am mighty impressed by the simplicity of the D2 case but the seller doesn't ship to India. Would have loved to get one.
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I suggest you email the seller and ask if he'd be willing to send it to India anyway... I travel a lot, and often vendors can be accommodating if you send a copy of your passport or pay by bank transfer or something.
Failing that, a volunteer on here to ship it on to you
RASTANIUS said:
Hi Guys !
Just looked at this thread and the link on eBay , as I´m also waiting for a high quality leathercase - I´d ordered mine from PIEL FRAMA.
Scrolling down the advertising page on ebay I saw the different possibilities of closure-mechanisms , so there´s my warning:
Beware of magnetic closures , they will make problems with SGN Display in the region of the magnetic flap !!
Statement: PielFrama also produced their first Series of SGNCases with a magentic flip mechanism and MUST change back to nonmagentic snaps !
EmailReply PF :
We have been checking the case with our craftsmen and now, everything is
solved so that, the case you will receive does not have any problem.
This post should solve dissapointments cause of sharing recent experiences !
Ciao Hannes
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Can you elaborate what is PielFrama? Are you talking about EASECASE? or who?
I want to order an E6 (which is a wallet) with magnetic closing - but need to know whether that would cause problems or not - or you saying its fixed?
PS: Anyone knows whether the phone fitted with a Flip case would still easily get into an E6 (or other cases, I suppose they have same space compartment for the phone).
I am currently using PDair case with magnetic closure without encountering problems so far. I've also ordered an A4 Easecase also with magnetic closure, and the manufacturer e-mailed me last week that the inner side of the closure is 'demagnetized' and therefore shouldn't be a problem.
Given the negative views expressed in the XDA forum on magnetic closures, I'm still uncertain and keeping my fingers crossed.
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I'm thinking of getting the E2 case. I was wondering if you've tried to have your galaxy note in a easecase while having an additional case on the phone (i.e., Nillkin). If so, how's the fit?
I had the pdair with magnets and still do, only thing is i took the magnet clasp off and attached a non magnetic clasp instead when i noticed the compass moving with the magnet while using maps, flip the case right over and the highly magnetic side is facing the back of the phone, so the compass moves there check out my before and after pics of my sewing on the new clasp in the magnetic clasp message in the note accessories forum
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Just got an email to say my E5 has been shipped and should be here in a couple of weeks. I'll provide a mini review when I get it and use it a little bit.
RASTANIUS said:
Hi Guys !
Just looked at this thread and the link on eBay , as I´m also waiting for a high quality leathercase - I´d ordered mine from PIEL FRAMA.
Scrolling down the advertising page on ebay I saw the different possibilities of closure-mechanisms , so there´s my warning:
Beware of magnetic closures , they will make problems with SGN Display in the region of the magnetic flap !!
Statement: PielFrama also produced their first Series of SGNCases with a magentic flip mechanism and MUST change back to nonmagentic snaps !
EmailReply PF :
We have been checking the case with our craftsmen and now, everything is
solved so that, the case you will receive does not have any problem.
This post should solve dissapointments cause of sharing recent experiences !
Ciao Hannes
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I actually have a Zenus Galaxy Note Prestige Origami Diary Series case (webpage here), which also has a magnetic latch. As a precaution I have stopped using this case until more information comes out about magnets interfering with the S-Pen and screen. In the meantime, I have sent Zenus USA this e-mail... hopefully they may know about this situation and / or update us with either more information or a change in their product design to non-magnetic cases...
=== e-mail to Zenus USA ===
Dear Zenus,
I have recently purchased a Galaxy Note Prestige Origami Diary Series case for my Samsung Galaxy Note, and I have a question / query about the magnetic closure system used to keep the case closed...
As you may or may not know, the Samsung Galaxy Note has a WACOM-based stylus to be used on it's display, which utilises a magnetic layer on top of the phone display itself. This allows the stylus (the S-Pen) to draw very accurate points and lines along the whole of the screen itself.
Now, there have been reports that magnetic latches on phone cases may interfere with the sensitivity of the Galaxy Note's magnetized screen, and over on the XDA-Developers forums there have been several discussions as to whether magnetic opening and closing mechanisms on cases actually do affect the S-Pen's accuracy. Reports have ranged from no effect at all to a complete "dead zone" around the part where a case with a magnetic latch is in close contact to the screen for an extended period of time. An example of such case can be seen in this forum post:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=19887574&postcount=11
And this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1445478&page=4&styleid=15
Now I am not personally sure whether the Galaxy Note Prestige Origami Diary Series case, which does have a magnetic latch, will affect my phone's screen in any way. But as a precaution I have temporarily stopped using the case.
But as a very satisfied customer of Zenus, I hope the company can be aware of such new issues popping up and if / when it is found that yes, magnets in close proximity to the screen for an extended period of time will affect the accuracy / usability of the S-Pen on the Samsung Galaxy Note; that Zenus can let it's customers be aware of this issue and (possibly) alter the designs of the cases so that it has a physical hook / physical latch / velcro etc. as a opening-closing mechanism instead of a small magnet...
For now, us folks over on XDA-Developers forums have issued a word of caution about the use of cases with magnetic latches for the Samsung Galaxy Note. And would like a few answers as if the magnetic latches actually have a negative effect on Galaxy Note screens in the long run...
Thank you for your time and effort in reading this very long but (arguably) nessecary notification to your products,
byeh (XDA Member)
=== end e-mail to Zenus USA ===
What do you guys think?

Video Review: Aluminum Bumper Case Review

Hey fellas,
Got my hands on affordable (but well made!) aluminum bumper style case for the Galaxy S3. This particular model came from Tmart but you can find similar ones on eBay, in all sorts of colors. It's a two piece case that fits nice and snug around your S3. It WILL bubble up some screenshields, which is unfortunate. All the ports and the cutouts are spot on, which is impressive for such an affordably priced case. Overall, while it doesn't offer a lot of protection, if you're looking for a bumper case - this is a good option!
Check out the video review below for more info;
Hey fellas,
Got my hands on affordable (but well made!) aluminum bumper style case for the Galaxy S3. This particular model came from Tmart but you can find similar ones on eBay, in all sorts of colors. It's a two piece case that fits nice and snug around your S3. It WILL bubble up some screenshields, which is unfortunate. All the ports and the cutouts are spot on, which is impressive for such an affordably priced case. Overall, while it doesn't offer a lot of protection, if you're looking for a bumper case - this is a good option!
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Why keep throwing that word "affordable" out and not say what you paid for it? I have this very case since August ordering it straight from the manufacturer. I could find no dealer in the US. Plus, there were many knockoffs, especially on Ebay. Don't get me wrong, I love my TrioBump, I'm just annoyed at how so many post while leaving out details!
EDIT: Well, I watched the video and must apologize and complain even more! I should have watched it first (my bad) but I'd rather read the pertinent details in the post than watch a vid. I do not agree with your assessments. I think this case gives protection where it is needed most. I don't use any of those new fangled screen protectors that supposedly protect the display from impact damage. I think that's going to far. I do employ the Invisishield on front and back. It give a very snug fit with no bubbling. That said, I'm confident that I will not get any damage if my phone take a hit anywhere this bumper covers. My only concern would be having it hit a rock directly to the screen and in that case, I have insurance. I like the minimalist form factor plus the ease with which it can be taken on/off to change batteries. Plus, I can use it with my FlyGrip which is why I searched for just such a minimalist case. You slip in your two fingers and can use the phone with one hand without worrying about dropping. Plus, as you can see, it doubles as a stand. What has me newly annoyed is the price you quoted. I paid about 4o bucks from the manufacturer, Gimmick Five. I don't see how it could be sold for just 10 dollars.
EDIT: Just checked Gimmick Five's website, and they are still listed at 39.99 US. I'd like to know the story behind Tmart's TrioBumps.

What constitutes a perfect tablet case (imho)

Hi. While awaiting the arrival of my N7 2nd Gen, I've had time to peruse the XDA forums to find options for accessories. Ideally, I want a case for the new tablet, but not just any case. I have an iPad 3 and a N7 1st Gen and both have cases that follow the same design. I owned the iPad 3 first and it was the first time I had went shopping for a tablet case. I had an ASUS Transformer prior to that, but the keyboard dock served that purpose.
When shopping for a case for the iPad, there was a plethora of options to go with. Many different designs serving different needs but all were intended to fulfill a single purpose; that being to protect the tablet. As I shopped, I noticed one design element that predominated most of the cases. Virtually all cases employed a design that had the portion of the case that makes contact with the screen of the device also serve as the portion of the case that makes contact with the surface you place the device on while it is opened and in use. Even the official smart cover from Apple performed this way.
This is where I have a problem. Why would you want the portion of the case that makes contact with the most important part of a tactile screen to also make contact with every surface you rest the device on while you're using it? I don't care how careful you are with regard to where you place the device, there will be debris (e.g., dust/sand, food/fluids, etc.) that will transfer to the cover which will then transfer to the screen of your device (when closed). There is where I have a problem. I see the cases that other people use (the ones where the cover touches the screen and forms the base while open) and all of them look like they've been through the wringer. On some devices with these cases, you can see foreign matter embedded in the case and scratches on the screen where contact is made when the case is closed.
I don't like screen protectors because to me, anything that comes between me and the screen on a tablet muddies the experience. Without a screen protector, I need a case that ideally protects the screen. After a lot of digging, I found the perfect solution. Specifically, this one:
Poetic Protective Case for The NEW iPad HD / iPad 2 / iPad 3 /iPad 4 with Built-in Folding Cover Black
Why is it perfect? Here's my take:
1. Sturdy design. I don't like floppy cases because they don't really seem to protect against accidental knocks and dings.
2. Necessary cut-outs. All areas that need to be open (e.g., plugs, buttons, etc.) are easily accessed.
3. Built-in magnets for sleeping/waking the device.
4. UNBLOCKED speaker grills. Ugh! I hate cases that cover the speaker grills. Tablets have enough issues with sound.
5. Opens in a way that the portion that touches the screen doesn't make contact with the surface it rests on. *
* This is the most important aspect. When you open the case and set it up in angled view, the cloth interior is facing up. If you continue to collapse it down so that the tablet is flush with the surface you have it on, again, the cloth screen side is now against the back of the tablet.
I've seen posts from some people that object to having to un-clip two corners of the case to set the angled view every time they set up for that usage, but I honestly haven't seen this as that troublesome. After using the case for over a year, it still pops out easily, yet still stays in place when closed. For the peace of mind that the screen is being protected from exposure to the same material the tablet rested on before you closed it up, it's a no-brainer for me.
When I purchased my N7 1st Gen, I was pleased to find the exact same case in N7 form:
Poetic HardBack Protective Case for Google Nexus 7 Black
All the things I loved about the iPad case.. ..right there for my new Nexus 7.
Now, I'm getting the N7 2nd Gen and my case choice is obvious. While both previous cases were from Poetic, I'm not married to the brand. Other manufacturers have come out with similar cases to the ones I bought. I've seen one from Poetic for the N7 2nd Gen, but I'm waiting for the other manufacturers to catch up and show their versions.
I know everyone has different tastes and different cases serve different needs. Still, if the design has the potential of damaging the most important part of the device, then I can't see any pluses trumping that.
Anywho, my 2p. Thanks taking the time to read,
Cool Story Bro!
Moko has a featherlight case that is like .99 cents and comes in a bunch of colors. Poetic also has their Slimline case. Check the threads.
I've had the Poetic Slimline for my OG N7 and while it felt good and had all the right features, the faux leather material was horrible and would shred to part at the creases just after a few weeks. FORTUNATELY they have a 3 year warranty and a simple email to Poetic and they would ship me out a whole new case.
This round with the New N7, I opted for the Moko. Not only was it cheaper (!) but also said that the material is softer.
I don't know why they just don't use a rubber TPU type material instead of this fake leather crap.
BUT at the end of the day, I do have a Portenzo Hard Book case being shipped that was super awesome on my OG N7. I had my OG N7 stolen twice with the Poetic Slimline case on (iPad Mini release day and again like a month later). With the Hardbook case, it also makes it look less like a tablet.

Caseable pouch for Moto G review

This is a review of the phone pouch custom made by Caseable. This is the typical phone pouch they make for a wide range of phones, including the Moto G, Nexus 5, iPhones and more. Unlike the tablet cases, it only allows a custom graphic on the front.
The case is £24.90 plus £4.90 worldwide postage, although shipping is free when over £30 is spent in an order. They also offer a 15% student discount if you sign up with a .ac.uk email account. This case was purchased with a Black Friday discount code for £10 off.
Caseable offer this style of case with a variety of graphics by local artists (From Brooklyn and Berlin) or you can choose a custom image, as I have done here. The front of the case has a nice fabric material with your image printed on while the back is made of a faux-leather material. The two pieces are held together by a trio of elastic straps which cover the sides and bottom of the device. Embossed at the bottom is the Caseable name and logo while at the top is a tab which pulls the phone out of the case.
This is how the phone is removed from the case, to tug on the strap reveals the top of the phone so you can continue pulling it out. It’s a very tight fit, so it’s not going to fall out and this is the only way to remove the phone.
Overall, this is a very nice pouch, if you're like me and prefer pouches, this is a great investment. The neoprene material is similar to their tablet case, and it's quite protective while at the same time looking great. Though at full price, this is nearly £30. Even though it's been handmade with custom graphics, it may be a bit steep for some people, but I think I could just about justify buying it at full price.
Also this goes fantastically if you have a tablet or eReader which also has a Caseable case.

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