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Protective Rubber Gel Back Case for Galaxy Note

Hi All
So the hunt for a good Protective Rubber Gel Back Case for Note begins... similar to this one would be great!!
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/protec...one-back-case-for-i9100-galaxy-s2-black-70754
The minute I find one I'll buy it... I actually prefer getting the case even before I buy the Note.
Brgds... /Tubgirl

I'm with you, this phone is too expensive to damage. I've been searching everyday and have yet to find anything. I usually prefer Ballistics' cases but I doubt they will be making one for this phone so it's back to the drawing board. I'm also wondering if zagg will be making a screen protector for this device. Don't know what I can expect with such a massive device. Maybe turn to the manufacturers of the best tablet cases... I'll post here when I find some cases.

iLiberate said:
I'm with you, this phone is too expensive to damage. I've been searching everyday and have yet to find anything. I usually prefer Ballistics' cases but I doubt they will be making one for this phone so it's back to the drawing board. I'm also wondering if zagg will be making a screen protector for this device. Don't know what I can expect with such a massive device. Maybe turn to the manufacturers of the best tablet cases... I'll post here when I find some cases.
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I facebooked Both Ballistic and Otterbox and they both say they don't have any plans for a case.
I'd hate to use my Note without a really good case. Maby i'll make one out of wood...

blobotorian said:
I facebooked Both Ballistic and Otterbox and they both say they don't have any plans for a case.
I'd hate to use my Note without a really good case. Maby i'll make one out of wood...
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I'm liking the little brown case that just has a front flat that opens up like a book but it's not protective at all lol

Me too but I can't find a link to buy it yet. Expansys has blue and white...... Yuck..
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I think the case of expansys is sleek. It's not making the note any thicker.
Hope they got variety of colors though..

samsung flipover
Samsung will come with a flipover, the back of the flipover will replace the original back of the note. So the note will only become a few mm thicker

I'm also looking to get the Samsung flipover cover when it becomes available. The only problem is the side of the Note remains unprotected, I'm thinking getting a gel case and trim off the left hand side so it will fit togther with the flipover cover.

Meanwhile, here is a really nice durable skin that is already available on Amazon I have used the Skinomi on my previous phones and it covers the phone nicely. All the cutouts are aligned and it barely feels like there is anything on it. Btw, the carbon fiber look makes it look really mean and clean. oh another thing, it's lifetime warranty too.

deliriousbb said:
Meanwhile, here is a really nice durable skin that is already available on Amazon I have used the Skinomi on my previous phones and it covers the phone nicely. All the cutouts are aligned and it barely feels like there is anything on it. Btw, the carbon fiber look makes it look really mean and clean. oh another thing, it's lifetime warranty too.
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How does the screen protector feel? I know the Skinomi's tablet protector feels rubbery.

deliriousbb said:
Meanwhile, here is a really nice durable skin that is already available on Amazon I have used the Skinomi on my previous phones and it covers the phone nicely. All the cutouts are aligned and it barely feels like there is anything on it. Btw, the carbon fiber look makes it look really mean and clean. oh another thing, it's lifetime warranty too.
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The carbon fibre film must just be 3m di-noc carbon fibre, can be had much cheaper on Ebay and you can just custom cut it to any device.
I wont be sludging up my screen with a screen protector

RMXO said:
How does the screen protector feel? I know the Skinomi's tablet protector feels rubbery.
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I used the Carbon Fiber skin on my Streak and loved it .. I will order one for my Note.

Tubgirl said:
Hi All
So the hunt for a good Protective Rubber Gel Back Case for Note begins... similar to this one would be great!!
http://www.dealextreme.com/p/protec...one-back-case-for-i9100-galaxy-s2-black-70754
The minute I find one I'll buy it... I actually prefer getting the case even before I buy the Note.
Brgds... /Tubgirl
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yup....looking for the same but no luck.
The flip cover is not practical IMHO esp when making calls.

I always used to get hard crystal clear cases such as
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Clear-Cry..._MobilePhonesCasesPouches&hash=item3f0fa5fde0
for my phones.
But lately ive really liked the TPU gel case with stand, such as:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BLACK-TPU...204593?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3f0db99071
Which is just like the case in the OP really
The stand is surprisingly useful!
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http://www.clove.co.uk/samsung-galaxy-note-official-flip-cover-case-black
is the only case i can find at the moment

Everyone who doesn't need the case right away, wait til piel frama comes out with a imagnum type of case. This case is expensive but it protects your device against any earthquake you throw at it. I have one for my hd2 and getting one for the note cause my hd2 is still like new. You can put in your e-mail and they'll let you know when it's there to buy. Here's the link
http://www.pielframa.com/samsung-galaxy-note-cases.htm
Cheers
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MassoltoV said:
Everyone who doesn't need the case right away, wait til piel frama comes out with a imagnum type of case. This case is expensive but it protects your device against any earthquake you throw at it. I have one for my hd2 and getting one for the note cause my hd2 is still like new. You can put in your e-mail and they'll let you know when it's there to buy. Here's the link
Cheers
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If they release a case like this for the Note I think it might be worth a try. The kickstand could be useful.
w w w.pielframa. c o m/ apple-iphone-4s-cases-imagnum2.htm

drhoades01 said:
If they release a case like this for the Note I think it might be worth a try. The kickstand could be useful.
w w w.pielframa. c o m/ apple-iphone-4s-cases-imagnum2.htm
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You're so right! This type i would use fore use @ home and the solid closed imagnum case for outside
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Guys do you think a leather/cloth Pouch Pull case would be good enough?
E.g: I though I had more posts here. Anw can't post complete link. The below works tho.
images.esellerpro.com/2209/I/334/07/Samsung%20Galaxy%20S%202%20Black%20Leather%20Pouch%20Open.jpg
I hate any other cases. Screen protector will be fitted of course.

Just found these. I am about to order one right now...
http://www.pdair.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=10100000_10000000_11001331&products_id=33857

zenbbqmaster said:
Just found these. I am about to order one right now...
http://www.pdair.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=10100000_10000000_11001331&products_id=33857
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I'm considering this one as well. Please post your thoughts when you receive it.

Just got my Sena Ultra Slim case

As the thread title says, it just came in. Just put it on the phone and, no surprise, it's awesome. My phone is the Verizon LTE version with an extended battery and it fits perfectly (sure, it's a tight fit, but that's normal for Sena's stuff and will get easier to remove/replace as the leather molds to the phone). I'll put some pics up later when I can locate the regular digital camera.

I have had the opposite experience. I have a GSM nexus and the case is far too tight. The power and volume buttons are frequently pressed causing pocket screen shots and unnecessary ware on the buttons. I have had the case for just over a week and while it has stretched its still causing problems.
The best slip case so far has been a microfiber bag intended for my sunglasses. Although its not as pretty as the sena.
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One thing I have done to help the cases stretch is reach inside and spread it out. I did it by putting an old 2.5" laptop hard drive in the case.

Is it a pouch?
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Got mine too. I have the GSM version and I have to agree, the fit is too tight.

I considered the Sena Ultra Slim too in my search for a nice and slim pouch but ultimately decided on the fitBag Beat.
It's not "super" slim as the Sena is but still slim. Have a look here if you are interested: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1454961

I love Sena ultra slim case. I had them on my HTC Desire, iPad 1 and iPad 2.
They are really tight in the beginning. But since they are leather, they stretch. After a week or two you should find them fitting snugly, but not too tight. As far as leather quality is concern, they are top notch.
That being said, I just don't feel like using a pouch on my phone anymore. But if I were to get one, this is definitely my choice.

Anyone else wishing there were thousands of tiny holes where the notification light sits (not to mention near the ringer speaker!) ?
Maybe I can mod mine with a needle and some patience...

roadhead said:
Anyone else wishing there were thousands of tiny holes where the notification light sits (not to mention near the ringer speaker!) ?
Maybe I can mod mine with a needle and some patience...
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I was thinking of punching a hole in it for the notification light.
I am still waiting to buy one here in the UK, anybody know anywhere I can get one from?

s4vva said:
I was thinking of punching a hole in it for the notification light.
I am still waiting to buy one here in the UK, anybody know anywhere I can get one from?
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Just go to Sena's homepage and order it! You will have it in 2 or 3 working days. Really fast delivery! But I would buy another case since it presses down the volume and power buttons all the time. I have tried to stretch the case a lot, but since the seaming is on the inside the problem still remains occasionally...

fireon123 said:
Just go to Sena's homepage and order it! You will have it in 2 or 3 working days. Really fast delivery! But I would buy another case since it presses down the volume and power buttons all the time. I have tried to stretch the case a lot, but since the seaming is on the inside the problem still remains occasionally...
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I find this happening less and less as I use the case, without even doing any deliberate stretching beyond leaving the phone in the pouch for hours at a time.
This thing is great for my battery life too as knowing I will need to remove the case helps me resist the urge to wake it up just to flip the home screens back and forth

The case is really tight at first but after a day it has stretched out quite nicely and it is a very comfortable fit, no issues with power button anymore.
Super slim, love it!

Brown case
Brown case with hole punched to see LED.

belair56 said:
Brown case with hole punched to see LED.
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nicely done, I don't have my case yet but I would have thought the handset is supposed to go into the case thin side first?

s4vva said:
nicely done, I don't have my case yet but I would have thought the handset is supposed to go into the case thin side first?
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I like to fold down the opening (peak) to see the time.
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Sena Corsa
Hey guys! New here.
So I was about to buy the Ultraslim when much to my surprise I found a new case waiting for me! The ultraslim is now gone but the new design is much more appealing to me. Can't post links since I'm new, but it should be easy to find!
I'm hoping they fixed the tight fit problems. I might send a quick email to them asking about this.

Zengster6474 said:
Hey guys! New here.
So I was about to buy the Ultraslim when much to my surprise I found a new case waiting for me! The ultraslim is now gone but the new design is much more appealing to me. Can't post links since I'm new, but it should be easy to find!
I'm hoping they fixed the tight fit problems. I might send a quick email to them asking about this.
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http://www.senacases.com/samsung-cases/galaxy-nexus/corsa/
Nice!

PaulCayard said:
Nice!
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I know huh? I sent them an email regarding fit and I'll post what they say here when they reply!

How about a ICS Blue stripe? Come on, look at the phone.
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Zengster6474 said:
I know huh? I sent them an email regarding fit and I'll post what they say here when they reply!
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Thanks!
Some info from the website:
The Corsa shows its style by exhibiting textured genuine Italian leather available in various solid colors with an accent stripe which is off-set for a racing inspired sportiness. It offers an innovative pull strap system for easy release of the Galaxy Nexus. It is crafted to protect the Samsung Galaxy Nexus with reinforced stitched edging to provide additional protection for the side and bottom of the pouch. It is individually handcrafted from the finest Italian Napa leather with Sena's well-known quality and strong attention to detail. The Corsa offers protective functionality with a sporty European designer pouch style.
Accent stripe, offset for a racing inspired sportiness
Dual-texture style with vincado and perforated leathers
Ultra-slim pouch design
Soft velvet lining with light protective layer
Sena craftsmanship and quality
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Available color:
Black/Red (see pic of my previous post)
Black/Orange
White/Red (very nice)
Red/White

Finally received my case for my Note 10.1 :)

Hey everyone, so I finally received a case that I ordered (from DX.com) for my Note 10.1. It took about 2 weeks to get it and that's actually faster than I expected. So yea, I don't really like buying cases for like $30+, so I just searched on DX and found 2 cases that looked decent (to me). Came out to $21, I believe. Anyways, here are some pictures of one of them!
http://imgur.com/a/KTnqz#0
Like I said, I got another case, but it's just a soft TPU case. There's nothing really special about it
Here are the links to the cases I got if anyone is interested:
Protective PC + Fiber Case for Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 N8000 - Black
Protective TPU Soft Back Case for Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 N8000 - Black

look nice is it good with fiber case
i have tried 3 times now to order from dx but out of stock everytime
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Is it a good case? Also, is it slim? I'm using the Poetic right now, but it's kind of.. bulky. I like it somewhat, but now I can't see how pretty my white Samsung is.. :/

fischerben said:
look nice is it good with fiber case
i have tried 3 times now to order from dx but out of stock everytime
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Yea, it seems pretty good so far. However, I didn't get it for amazing protection, I got it for minor protection to protect it from scratches and stuff when I put it in my book bag.
asdfuogh said:
Is it a good case? Also, is it slim? I'm using the Poetic right now, but it's kind of.. bulky. I like it somewhat, but now I can't see how pretty my white Samsung is.. :/
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Yep, it's very slim. I'll take some pictures of its profile tomorrow and upload them.

Well, it deemed pretty difficult taking pictures with the lighting that I had, so I decided to whip out the good ol' ruler. So the Note 10.1 itself seems to be about 0.9cm. With the case and the cover covering the screen, it's about 1.3cm. Without the cover covering the case, it's about 1.1cm. So yea, all in all, it adds a little less than 0.5cm.

This case looks nice and clean but one big question. Do the cover stay close? and if it does by what means. By looking at the photos it seems that it doesn't stay close and it just flaps over.

Atrixed2 said:
This case looks nice and clean but one big question. Do the cover stay close? and if it does by what means. By looking at the photos it seems that it doesn't stay close and it just flaps over.
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Yep, it uses magnets to stay closed.

I got this one and I really like it. It folds back well so it fits in the charger stand I got. I think it's very similar to yours.

CASz said:
I got this one and I really like it. It folds back well so it fits in the charger stand I got. I think it's very similar to yours.
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Nice, that looks nice as well. I never really liked those types of stands though

I've had both styles. This one just has the one bend and the 3 ridges. Yours may be lighter
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clee290 said:
Yep, it uses magnets to stay closed.
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i was going to buy one after reading your post but the fact that it has magnets worries me... read some negative reviews on cases with magnets. any thoughts?

wyou2 said:
i was going to buy one after reading your post but the fact that it has magnets worries me... read some negative reviews on cases with magnets. any thoughts?
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So far, I haven't had any issues. From what I've heard, the official Samsung case for the Note 10.1 uses magnets as well, so I don't think they'd use magnets if there were serious negative effects.

I like the look of this one. can you please confirm if there have been any issues with or affects from the magnets?
anyone others tried this case?
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I ordered one of these and it just arrived today. For $14 it's ok. I don't know what it's made out of but it kind of stinks, hopefully that goes away. For $14 it's an ok case. It's not as nice as the Moko case I had for my Nexus 7 though, which was only about $10 more. Anyway, thanks to the OP for brining the case to my attention, it will server me well for now.

CASz said:
I got this one and I really like it. It folds back well so it fits in the charger stand I got. I think it's very similar to yours.
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what Pen is that?

Slate 7 pen. Very comfortable in hand.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006WAPM78/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
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ELTD® PU Leather Smart Cover Case For LG G Pad 8.3 With Stand Function

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00GPKONYI/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Received this case on the first day of the long predicted window for delivery. Although it's marketed as ELTD, the clasp is labelled IVSO. I'm very pleased with the quality of the materials, very good fit with the hard shell, all cutouts in exactly the right place and the foldable cover has a quality feel to it, almost too stiff. Auto-wake and sleep works perfectly, and the magnetic clasp is very strong, no danger of it coming open in your bag. It's a bit tricky to find the right position for the more vertical position, turns out you have to attach the magnetic clasp to the top hinge of the case which keeps the case from lying flat over the speakers. It also needs to be on a flat surface. Can't fault the supplier either, very fast and satisfactory responses to my queries. All in all, highly recommended.

shadowgolf said:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00GPKONYI/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Received this case on the first day of the long predicted window for delivery. Although it's marketed as ELTD, the clasp is labelled IVSO. I'm very pleased with the quality of the materials, very good fit with the hard shell, all cutouts in exactly the right place and the foldable cover has a quality feel to it, almost too stiff. Auto-wake and sleep works perfectly, and the magnetic clasp is very strong, no danger of it coming open in your bag. It's a bit tricky to find the right position for the more vertical position, turns out you have to attach the magnetic clasp to the top hinge of the case which keeps the case from lying flat over the speakers. It also needs to be on a flat surface. Can't fault the supplier either, very fast and satisfactory responses to my queries. All in all, highly recommended.
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So, the speakers are covered by the case when it's standing, aren't they? Could you post some pictures please?
Thanks in advanced.

shadowgolf said:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00GPKONYI/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Received this case on the first day of the long predicted window for delivery. Although it's marketed as ELTD, the clasp is labelled IVSO. I'm very pleased with the quality of the materials, very good fit with the hard shell, all cutouts in exactly the right place and the foldable cover has a quality feel to it, almost too stiff. Auto-wake and sleep works perfectly, and the magnetic clasp is very strong, no danger of it coming open in your bag. It's a bit tricky to find the right position for the more vertical position, turns out you have to attach the magnetic clasp to the top hinge of the case which keeps the case from lying flat over the speakers. It also needs to be on a flat surface. Can't fault the supplier either, very fast and satisfactory responses to my queries. All in all, highly recommended.
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got it as well this morning I found the case a wee bit heavy seem to be more than the ELTD slimbook that I allready have
I am not happy with it as I was with the slimbook , I found the build quality better
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altusan said:
So, the speakers are covered by the case when it's standing, aren't they? Could you post some pictures please?
Thanks in advanced.
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not really you got a little gap
I think that you can see it on the 4th picture
pict : https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0BxZP-RYOkdYMVmVxcGctZ1hYeW8&usp=sharing

I bought the IVSO version, but it looks like they could be the same case. Mine was delivered today too so hopefully I will be pleased with it too.
Edited to add, I'm very pleased with the IVSO case.
Build quality is great, though the case is quite weighty. The magnets are very good, there's no way the cover will accidentally open.
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l'irlandais said:
got it as well this morning I found the case a wee bit heavy seem to be more than the ELTD slimbook that I allready have
I am not happy with it as I was with the slimbook , I found the build quality better
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not really you got a little gap
I think that you can see it on the 4th picture
pict : https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0BxZP-RYOkdYMVmVxcGctZ1hYeW8&usp=sharing
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I really don't like the look of the slimbook with the case covering the bezel. This case is much nicer to look at for me.

shadowgolf said:
I really don't like the look of the slimbook with the case covering the bezel. This case is much nicer to look at for me.
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And your cover in the photo is the ELTD sold by Amazon, isn't it? I like that one much.

altusan said:
And your cover in the photo is the ELTD sold by Amazon, isn't it? I like that one much.
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Yes it's sold as ELTD but the magnetic catch is labelled IVSO.

Excellent - finally, confirmation that this thing does NOT seriously block the speakers in stand mode. Also, that the more vertical stand mode actually works.
I'm gonna wait a few weeks to see if a red version will pop up - but this is a buy for me. Thanks guys for the pictures!
Mark

Is this available in the US yet or just the UK?
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I heard about magnets messing up the screens of some tablets, I assume this isn't an issue with this tablet

JimMutth said:
Is this available in the US yet or just the UK?
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This is the one available in US via Amazon
http://www.amazon.com/Smart-Cover-Edition-Tablet-Function/dp/B00GSK46D8/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1387323787&sr=8-2&keywords=lg+g+pad+8.3
Supposedly it is in stock and can get it in 2 days via Prime. However, I pre-ordered and yet to receive mine so don't know how accurate that is.

cbb77 said:
This is the one available in US via Amazon
http://www.amazon.com/Smart-Cover-E...8&qid=1387323787&sr=8-2&keywords=lg+g+pad+8.3
Supposedly it is in stock and can get it in 2 days via Prime. However, I pre-ordered and yet to receive mine so don't know how accurate that is.
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Thanks. I just ordered it with 2 day shipping. We shall see.
Jim
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JimMutth said:
Is this available in the US yet or just the UK?
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This is the one I bought here in the US:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GSK46D8/ref=cm_sw_r_an_am_at_ws_us?ie=UTF8
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Does the magnet turn off the screen when you fold the cover all the way to the back?

It is available @Amazon.de (Germany) as well.
Just bought it, should receive it tomorrow.

Geordie_Ahmed said:
I heard about magnets messing up the screens of some tablets, I assume this isn't an issue with this tablet
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I haven't noticed any screen issues since I got the case.

Tqpolo said:
Does the magnet turn off the screen when you fold the cover all the way to the back?
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No.

shadowgolf said:
No.
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A review on Amazon says it did.

My ivso turned up today, mixed feelings so far.
The case certainly feels strong enough, good fit, but the metal magnetic tag is a little too big for me, it is very close to the screen when closed.
The auto sleep/wake function mode does not work correctly for me, only works when the front cover is folded round the back, no idea why??? But then the function does not work when the pin lock is in use so it is not a deal breaker for me.
The horizontal stand is also a bit hit and miss, often comes loose but i expect the fabric grooves to soften over time and i expect it will work fine.
Speakers are covered with stand horizontal but i did not bother me. Still loud enough.
If anybody wants pics let me know.

Tqpolo said:
A review on Amazon says it did.
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Well I can assure you that mine doesn't.

Looking for a light case

Hello everybody.
I own an original Galaxy Tab S, which I use at work (I'm a teacher). And I also own a Tab S2, which I use at home.
The thing is that, while the Tab S is perfectly capable of doing everything I need, it's, with it case, much heavier than the S2, and when I use it while standing for a while I get tired.
I really LOVE the case I bought a year ago for the S2. It was called "Origami Smart Case Cover for Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 T810". It's incredibly light, but I don't know what brand it is, it has the letters FC on it.
I got another origami case for the Tab S from Roocase, but it's much heavier.
The thing is, I just bought a Tab S3 and would like to know if anybody knows of a really light case for it.
Thanks in advance.

Give this a try : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XUhkBIBYEIc and https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XWHM7N...=1492283382&sr=1-10&keywords=tab+s3+case&th=1
From what i read the lightest on is their own ~50$ cover , but it offers less protection. If you need some more protection then take a look at that amazon link.

I got this one
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MV1CX4I/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I'm looking for something similar that can hold my SPEN.

RMXO said:
I got this one
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MV1CX4I/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I'm looking for something similar that can hold my SPEN.
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I've ordered this from Amazon UK and seems to hold the S Pen
Galaxy Tab S3 9,7 inch Case Cover- Infiland Ultra Slim Lightweight Smart Shell Stand Cover for Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 T820/T825 24,58 cm 9,68 inch Tablet (with Auto Wak /Sleep Function) (Black) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B06VVBGRPW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_AjY8ybVW47ARF
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Thanks everyone. When you get your cases it would be really helpful if you could write about your impressions. I'm mainly interested on the weight: I don't care for having a really light and thin tablet and then putting it in a case that doubles it weight and width.
By the way, I realized that I could look for "fc cases" in Google and found the webpage that manufactures (or sells) the case I had for the Tab S2. Forefront Cases. However, they don't have anything for the S3.
I sent them an e-mail and got an error: their inbox is full. I tried calling them this morning and the call went straight to voice mail. I've sent them a twit, but their account has been inactive for five or six months. I'm starting to worry that they may have gone out of business.
If anybody knows a way to contact them and try to find out if they are making another origami case for the Tab S3, I'd be really grateful.

jah said:
I've ordered this from Amazon UK and seems to hold the S Pen
Galaxy Tab S3 9,7 inch Case Cover- Infiland Ultra Slim Lightweight Smart Shell Stand Cover for Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 T820/T825 24,58 cm 9,68 inch Tablet (with Auto Wak /Sleep Function) (Black) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B06VVBGRPW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_AjY8ybVW47ARF
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Thanks for the link, I was thinking of getting that before I got the one I listed before your post. My one gripe is how the SPEN clip would rub against the screen of the tablet, even though I have a tempered glass on mine, I'm afraid it will scratch. Guess, an option would to put some type of tape to prevent scratches.

RMXO said:
Thanks for the link, I was thinking of getting that before I got the one I listed before your post. My one gripe is how the SPEN clip would rub against the screen of the tablet, even though I have a tempered glass on mine, I'm afraid it will scratch. Guess, an option would to put some type of tape to prevent scratches.
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Agree with that. So cancelled my order and ordered this one with a pouch for the S Pen
Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 Case, WWW Ultra Slim Lightweight Smart Cover Protective Case with Translucent Frosted Back Protector and Auto Wake/Sleep Function for Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7-inch Navy Blue https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01FVRK2OU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_1cA9ybF9QG5QC
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jah said:
Agree with that. So cancelled my order and ordered this one with a pouch for the S Pen
Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 Case, WWW Ultra Slim Lightweight Smart Cover Protective Case with Translucent Frosted Back Protector and Auto Wake/Sleep Function for Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7-inch Navy Blue https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01FVRK2OU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_1cA9ybF9QG5QC
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nice, thanks to you (much appreciated), I'm going to get this:
https://smile.amazon.com/Fintie-Sam...=Samsung+Galaxy+Tab+S3+S+Pen+Case+Holder&th=1

RMXO said:
nice, thanks to you (much appreciated), I'm going to get this:
https://smile.amazon.com/Fintie-Sam...=Samsung+Galaxy+Tab+S3+S+Pen+Case+Holder&th=1
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Same product on the UK Amazon shop
Fintie Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 S Pen Case Holder - Portable Premium Vegan Leather Cover Sleeve Pouch Compatible with Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7-Inch (SM-T820 / T825) 2017 Tablet Cases, Black https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B06XYZBRJF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_ZsM9ybCNWSR2V
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jah said:
Agree with that. So cancelled my order and ordered this one with a pouch for the S Pen
Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 Case, WWW Ultra Slim Lightweight Smart Cover Protective Case with Translucent Frosted Back Protector and Auto Wake/Sleep Function for Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7-inch Navy Blue https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01FVRK2OU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_1cA9ybF9QG5QC
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Sadly the pen pouch interferes with the cover when folded into a triangle to prop up the tablet at an angle. The cover does not fold neatly into a triangle.
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reycat said:
Thanks everyone. When you get your cases it would be really helpful if you could write about your impressions. I'm mainly interested on the weight: I don't care for having a really light and thin tablet and then putting it in a case that doubles it weight and width.
By the way, I realized that I could look for "fc cases" in Google and found the webpage that manufactures (or sells) the case I had for the Tab S2. Forefront Cases. However, they don't have anything for the S3.
I sent them an e-mail and got an error: their inbox is full. I tried calling them this morning and the call went straight to voice mail. I've sent them a twit, but their account has been inactive for five or six months. I'm starting to worry that they may have gone out of business.
If anybody knows a way to contact them and try to find out if they are making another origami case for the Tab S3, I'd be really grateful.
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I know this is an old thread but had to ask: Aren't the dimensions of the S2 and the S3 basically identical? Can't you just use the S2 case on your S3?

parkerman said:
I know this is an old thread but had to ask: Aren't the dimensions of the S2 and the S3 basically identical? Can't you just use the S2 case on your S3?
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Thanks a lot for your answer. I couldn't try it, since I sold the S2 with the case before the S3 arrived. But I think there'd be two main problems: muffled speakers and the fact that the S2 is 10% thinner than the S3.

reycat said:
Thanks a lot for your answer. I couldn't try it, since I sold the S2 with the case before the S3 arrived. But I think there'd be two main problems: muffled speakers and the fact that the S2 is 10% thinner than the S3.
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Of course you're right. I'm guessing the speaker issue will be a real one for almost any case, even though some might be loose / roomy enough to make a snug fit.
Did you ever find your light case? I'm looking for one now. I'm thinking of using this (with a screen protector):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XWTKMR3
Or this, which I'd buy but for the fact that many people say the smart function doesn't work:
https://www.amazon.com/Lightweight-Semi-transparent-Samsung-9-7-Inch-SM-T820/dp/B00UP37UKK/
Hmmm... But since I have fingerprint login maybe the smart cover issue won't be a problem for me? I don't want to leave the tablet unlocked.
Also: I was trying to find a case with a built in pen loop / holder but options are limited so my plan is to buy one where I can attach a couple of these on the same side to hold it in place (like on my Surface Pro 3):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N8X33Y9/
I might even carry it in a pouch like this, and get some simple silicon / gel skin for minimal protection (and risk the damage if dropped):
https://www.amazon.com/Lacdo-Repellent-Protective-Samsung-Tablets/dp/B01N2TFL04/

parkerman said:
Of course you're right. I'm guessing the speaker issue will be a real one for almost any case, even though some might be loose / roomy enough to make a snug fit.
Did you ever find your light case? I'm looking for one now. I'm thinking of using this (with a screen protector):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XWTKMR3
Or this, which I'd buy but for the fact that many people say the smart function doesn't work:
https://www.amazon.com/Lightweight-Semi-transparent-Samsung-9-7-Inch-SM-T820/dp/B00UP37UKK/
Hmmm... But since I have fingerprint login maybe the smart cover issue won't be a problem for me? I don't want to leave the tablet unlocked.
Also: I was trying to find a case with a built in pen loop / holder but options are limited so my plan is to buy one where I can attach a couple of these on the same side to hold it in place (like on my Surface Pro 3):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N8X33Y9/
I might even carry it in a pouch like this, and get some simple silicon / gel skin for minimal protection (and risk the damage if dropped):
https://www.amazon.com/Lacdo-Repellent-Protective-Samsung-Tablets/dp/B01N2TFL04/
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I ended up getting this one.
https://www.amazon.com/IVSO-Samsung...328925&sr=8-18&keywords=ivso+tab+s3+slim&th=1
Cheap and light enough. Nobody will mistake it for a high quality cover, but auto wake on works.
I really, really miss the origami cover, 'though. It was much more stable and you could have 3 different angles instead of just two.

reycat said:
I ended up getting this one.
https://www.amazon.com/IVSO-Samsung...328925&sr=8-18&keywords=ivso+tab+s3+slim&th=1
Cheap and light enough. Nobody will mistake it for a high quality cover, but auto wake on works.
I really, really miss the origami cover, 'though. It was much more stable and you could have 3 different angles instead of just two.
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Yeah I had added the S2 origami to my cart a couple of days ago but given the possible problems you raised I'm not going to buy it. But I'm glad to have thought this through a little more because I'm now thinking I won't use the smart function much and so that shouldn't be a dealbreaker.

I have had this case for my Tab since day 1 and love it. You can put the S-pen in the elastic loop if you really want to, but doesn't provide a whole lot of protection for it. The case does have the smart features for the screen wake built in and I have used these cases on my other tablets with no issues. Nice and lightweight and you have multiple angles you can set it at or just lay it flat.
https://www.amazon.com/MoKo-Galaxy-Tab-9-7-Case/dp/B06Y2VFZQN/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1496640224&sr=8-1&keywords=galaxy+tab+s3+case+moko

boobster2 said:
I have had this case for my Tab since day 1 and love it. You can put the S-pen in the elastic loop if you really want to, but doesn't provide a whole lot of protection for it. The case does have the smart features for the screen wake built in and I have used these cases on my other tablets with no issues. Nice and lightweight and you have multiple angles you can set it at or just lay it flat.
https://www.amazon.com/MoKo-Galaxy-Tab-9-7-Case/dp/B06Y2VFZQN/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1496640224&sr=8-1&keywords=galaxy+tab+s3+case+moko
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Thanks. That looks like a good option (7.4 oz weight is okay).
I got a keyboard case bundled, but don't plan to use the keyboard that much. So I wanted a secondary, lightest possible option to use just for reading / markup. I went with this plus a glass screen protector (it's 3 oz):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XW33QJR/
Extremely light, and I think it'll do for my purposes.

parkerman said:
Of course you're right. I'm guessing the speaker issue will be a real one for almost any case, even though some might be loose / roomy enough to make a snug fit.
Did you ever find your light case? I'm looking for one now. I'm thinking of using this (with a screen protector):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XWTKMR3
Or this, which I'd buy but for the fact that many people say the smart function doesn't work:
https://www.amazon.com/Lightweight-Semi-transparent-Samsung-9-7-Inch-SM-T820/dp/B00UP37UKK/
Hmmm... But since I have fingerprint login maybe the smart cover issue won't be a problem for me? I don't want to leave the tablet unlocked.
Also: I was trying to find a case with a built in pen loop / holder but options are limited so my plan is to buy one where I can attach a couple of these on the same side to hold it in place (like on my Surface Pro 3):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N8X33Y9/
I might even carry it in a pouch like this, and get some simple silicon / gel skin for minimal protection (and risk the damage if dropped):
https://www.amazon.com/Lacdo-Repellent-Protective-Samsung-Tablets/dp/B01N2TFL04/
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I ordered the one in the first link the i-blason case. I'll get it tomorrow and I'll post some photos and give my thoughts since there are no reviews on this case at all. Ordered a TPG screen protector to go with it.

Beware the case magnets (smart covers) for the Tab S3, the magnet can ruin the S3 digitizer and sleep function. I had one S3 replaced due to this issue. I have never seen this problem on other devices.

bamfsig45 said:
I ordered the one in the first link the i-blason case. I'll get it tomorrow and I'll post some photos and give my thoughts since there are no reviews on this case at all. Ordered a TPG screen protector to go with it.
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How do you like the case?