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Galaxy Note Offical Flip Case and Flexishield Reviews

I got my hands on both of these cases and did a quick review if anyones interested. I have to say im impressed with the official flip case, its the one i use on a daily basis atm.
http://droid-den.com/accessory-reviews/official-samsung-galaxy-note-flip-cover-review/
http://droid-den.com/accessory-reviews/samsung-galaxy-note-flexishield-case-review/

that is great, i was on the fence with the flip cover for a bit, thank you for going the extra bit and getting both!
I had the craziest of ideas but do you think with a little bit of patience and modding that you would be able to put a slice in the gel case and slip the back cover of the flip case through it and use both?
I am not sure when ill next be able to buy another phone seeing as this one started WWIII at my house and i think i may need to really baby it, i also think if its possible we might be able to use the gel case somehow to hold the flap down, tiny magnets, who knows, im just curious if you think this is possible

Flip Case is great, works like a dream and it's raised case protects the Camera Lens, unlike the factory fitted back, one slight issue is that the Note will not slip into the 'Official' car mount when it is in the Flip case. You can snip a bit from the case to help but due to the extra width (... ;-) ) it stands proud on the one edge.
Samsung naughty designers...

Mrglass86 said:
that is great, i was on the fence with the flip cover for a bit, thank you for going the extra bit and getting both!
I had the craziest of ideas but do you think with a little bit of patience and modding that you would be able to put a slice in the gel case and slip the back cover of the flip case through it and use both?
I am not sure when ill next be able to buy another phone seeing as this one started WWIII at my house and i think i may need to really baby it, i also think if its possible we might be able to use the gel case somehow to hold the flap down, tiny magnets, who knows, im just curious if you think this is possible
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Ha, I actually tried this but must have forgot to mention it in the review. No modding required it does fit in. The case warps very very slightly on the left side where the flip case joint is, but it works reasonably well though!
Not sure about holding the flap down, but it only slightly lifts itself up, it sometimes lifts very high, but just pressing it down is enough to keep it down

I am thinking about using both cases togather , would you send a picture please for using them togather ?

Been using my flip case for a couple of days. I wasn't sure at first but love it now.
Feels like part of the phone.
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tamerh said:
I am thinking about using both cases togather , would you send a picture please for using them togather ?
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+1 to this and also do you like your gel case enough that if you were to buy another it would be that one again or take your chances on one of the other gel cases out there? thanks for trying the two cases together too, im too broke to risk it not working.

Mrglass86 said:
I had the craziest of ideas but do you think with a little bit of patience and modding that you would be able to put a slice in the gel case and slip the back cover of the flip case through it and use both?
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+1
I'm thinking of just cutting the front flap and glue the side leather on top of the gel cover's side, close to the back cover's side, so it will have full range of motion. Reuse the original backcover for better fit. Then just a tiny velcro patch on the other side to keep it closed.

tamerh said:
I am thinking about using both cases togather , would you send a picture please for using them togather ?
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Ahh ok, I'll do this tonight
Mrglass86 said:
+1 to this and also do you like your gel case enough that if you were to buy another it would be that one again or take your chances on one of the other gel cases out there? thanks for trying the two cases together too, im too broke to risk it not working.
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I don't think so, to be honest I'm not really a fan of gel cases anyway so I wouldn't buy any. Flexishield ones are the most popular gel ones tho
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I'm thinking of just cutting the front flap and glue the side leather on top of the gel cover's side, close to the back cover's side, so it will have full range of motion. Reuse the original backcover for better fit. Then just a tiny velcro patch on the other side to keep it closed.
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Good idea, its better to keep the full range, because I would hate the flip cover if it didn't flip all the way around.

tamarian said:
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I'm thinking of just cutting the front flap and glue the side leather on top of the gel cover's side, close to the back cover's side, so it will have full range of motion. Reuse the original backcover for better fit. Then just a tiny velcro patch on the other side to keep it closed.
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Please post pictures how you do that and what glue you use for it to hold for long time, and look aesthetic.
I would like to do the same probably

been using the flip case for about nearly a month now in tropical weather, and the edges of the flip top have "melted" and become sticky. ugh!

have been using it for the past 3 days since i got my phone, the edges of the thin silicon lining peeled off. Soon the leather cover is gonna go in a matters of weeks.

dan008 said:
have been using it for the past 3 days since i got my phone, the edges of the thin silicon lining peeled off. Soon the leather cover is gonna go in a matters of weeks.
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Took mine a couple of weeks, and now it's starting. Here's a pic:

ouch, haven't had that with mine yet. Either you guys are rougher than me, or i'm just lucky

Found the original, sealed Samsung flip case on eBay from a US seller for $45 shipped.
Will be here in a few days. I'm stoked!

ericshmerick said:
Found the original, sealed Samsung flip case on eBay from a US seller for $45 shipped.
Will be here in a few days. I'm stoked!
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Expansys has it for $32.
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xAnimal5 said:
Expansys has it for $32.
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Free 2 day shipping?
In stock in 8 days. Plus the shipping time.
No thanks.

The original Samsung flip case is not very good quality. Mine just started falling a part after one month
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masiegel said:
The original Samsung flip case is not very good quality. Mine just started falling a part after one month
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Any suggested alternatives? I don't want to use a screen film. Just want to protect it from the inevitable drop.

Sorry but I haven't found the perfect protection for mine either.
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Thought on the official book cover case?

Does anyone who has owned this case for a bit have any opinion on it? How is the quality and such?
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No protection for the bottom part of the tablet. Closing the case does not ensure the screen is actually protected as the part the screen is covered with can slide off of it. Dumped it quickly.

Szadzik said:
No protection for the bottom part of the tablet. Closing the case does not ensure the screen is actually protected as the part the screen is covered with can slide off of it. Dumped it quickly.
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I do agree with some of the comments above however it is my case of choice. I sold a quality noreve leather case and stuck with the original Samsung book cover case as my daily driver with a solution to full protection using another protective case along with it.
See my comments with pictures on the following thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1923176&highlight=original+book+cover

HasC said:
I do agree with some of the comments above however it is my case of choice. I sold a quality noreve leather case and stuck with the original Samsung book cover case as my daily driver with a solution to full protection using another protective case along with it.
See my comments with pictures on the following thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1923176&highlight=original+book+cover
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You compromise portability by using two of those together. Check the one that was made by Samsung for Galaxy Tab 10.1 with a flap over the bottom part of the device and see how you could avoid using two cases instead of one.

Thank you for your feedback! Where do you get the fancy pen? I really like the thin form of the case. Can see it really well in your pictures.
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Szadzik said:
You compromise portability by using two of those together. Check the one that was made by Samsung for Galaxy Tab 10.1 with a flap over the bottom part of the device and see how you could avoid using two cases instead of one.
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Yes indeed it was a compromise however the weight of the two together was roughly the same as the leather case I had so for me did not matter. This setup gives me reassuarnce that even after a hard drop, the tablet should be safe whilst transporting as it is whilst on the move, that I am more likely to drop it. Once it it is in the office or at home, it is kept on the desk or on my bed without much risk of dropping and then I have the lightest and practical cover for my specific needs.
I have also purchased another bag that has a secure slot for any 10" tablet with padding around it and is used when I need to carry more than just my tablet with me and similarly when I take the tablet out, it is usually at a desk, this also eliminates the need for me to carry the second housing.
At the time of me buying my case, the one with the securing flap was not available otherwise I probably would have purchased that one instead. Having said that, I still probably would have bought a secondary case for transporting as the Samsung ones are too thin for real protection but are the most practical in my opinion.
The moral here is, if you are considering buying one of these thin cases, it is advisable to consider a second protective case or buy a fully protective leather / pu case that is adequately padded with the downside of it making the tablet feel a lot heavier.

gophy said:
Does anyone who has owned this case for a bit have any opinion on it? How is the quality and such?
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I currently have the White GALAXY Note 10.1, and I had a faux leather case (generic) from Amazon, and gave it about 2 months of use.
After that I decided to risk my money and bet on the official book cover (in white, as well).
I must say it is extremely durable and gorgeous. It has, somehow, a corporate look, it's extremely thin and the back is well protected.
The cover, on the insides, has a thin and soft veil-like texture, and it sort of acts as a screen cleaner, each time you lift up the front part of the cover. (only applies to naked screen).
All in all, it's durable, I have the white for 2 months now and it's still the same pristine white as it was when it came in the box.
It's resistant and the writing position just works (no Steve Jobs quote intended).
If you have doubts, well, I recommend it!

official Samsung case is good looking, nice design, ****y quality and protection - mine is getting bubless by time on margins - squeezing it does remove them but wtf?! I recommend looking for something else !

I have been using the case for abouta week. I also havea screen protector on the tablet.
pros:
Very light weight
Feels good
Offers several viewing angles, when it works. See cons
Cons:
Magnets are not very strong and don't always hold it in the more up upright position.
Does not positively close, so it can expose your screen in a bag or back pack..
That said, I've been trying other solutions and none seem quite right. I have a gel case thatI bought to bulk up the tab to fit in a cheap cardboard folio usb keyboard case I have left over from another tablet. Although not very elegant, I thinkI will use it for travel as I can use the keyboard on airplanes, it provides extra protection, andI can remove three tablet with the gel case for just walking around. Just need a sturdy OTG and this set up is still less expensive than the official Samsung cover, unless you snag one of the 34.00$ deals from Amazon.
I've also tried the BT keyboard cover. Someone just needs to make one, who had actually useda tablet. Put the same clips in both sides so you don't have one that interferes with the space bar, make the shift and cap keys smaller so the keys can geta bit bigger and fall under you fingers, providea deeper trough so the tab is steadier and the back rest can be redesigned to help with that. I'm sure ZAGG will figure it out.
Finally because of the cons of the Samsung, I am thinking of ordering one of the knock offs that has the flap that closes on the back like the one for the tab10. I think I've seen it where the while thing, flap included, rolls like the iPad cover.
Finally, Samsung needs to work out the magnet thing, offer a smart cover, which should at least be possible with the phone variants.
I guess the simple answer to you question is mixed feelings about the official cover.
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deecee52 said:
I have been using the case for abouta week. I also havea screen protector on the tablet.
pros:
Very light weight
Feels good
Offers several viewing angles, when it works. See cons
Cons:
Magnets are not very strong and don't always hold it in the more up upright position.
Does not positively close, so it can expose your screen in a bag or back pack..
That said, I've been trying other solutions and none seem quite right. I have a gel case thatI bought to bulk up the tab to fit in a cheap cardboard folio usb keyboard case I have left over from another tablet. Although not very elegant, I thinkI will use it for travel as I can use the keyboard on airplanes, it provides extra protection, andI can remove three tablet with the gel case for just walking around. Just need a sturdy OTG and this set up is still less expensive than the official Samsung cover, unless you snag one of the 34.00$ deals from Amazon.
I've also tried the BT keyboard cover. Someone just needs to make one, who had actually useda tablet. Put the same clips in both sides so you don't have one that interferes with the space bar, make the shift and cap keys smaller so the keys can geta bit bigger and fall under you fingers, providea deeper trough so the tab is steadier and the back rest can be redesigned to help with that. I'm sure ZAGG will figure it out.
Finally because of the cons of the Samsung, I am thinking of ordering one of the knock offs that has the flap that closes on the back like the one for the tab10. I think I've seen it where the while thing, flap included, rolls like the iPad cover.
Finally, Samsung needs to work out the magnet thing, offer a smart cover, which should at least be possible with the phone variants.
I guess the simple answer to you question is mixed feelings about the official cover.
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I ordered two knockoffs for wife and I. When it gets in from China, official covers go back to Best Buy. They offer virtually no protection and are so not worth the $50 each I paid for two.

I have a question to book cover owners: is it possible to rest your wrist on the tablet while taking notes when book cover is in the position like on the attached screen shot? Or your hand is to heavy and you and the magnet will slip of the back?

I would say that that position is ideal for typing and not the best position for resting the palm on especially if you are heavy handed as it's not really designed for taking heavy loads.
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That's not good to hear - that case was next on my shopping list :/
I'm looking for a case that could handle my wrist when taking notes in a position like on the previous screen shoot, probably I will take a look at this one: puro case unfortunately it looks like no one from xda forums is using this one :/

One thing I notice with this case is that it does not cover the camera. I really like that. If you pick it up please review it!
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That's not good to hear - that case was next on my shopping list :/
I'm looking for a case that could handle my wrist when taking notes in a position like on the previous screen shoot, probably I will take a look at this one: puro case unfortunately it looks like no one from xda forums is using this one :/
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gophy said:
One thing I notice with this case is that it does not cover the camera. I really like that. If you pick it up please review it!
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This case does in fact cover the camera when folded back.

Does it? Do you have a picture of that?
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This case does in fact cover the camera when folded back.
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I can confirm that yes when the case is folded the back camera is covered. In order to take a picture with back camera you would need to hold up the flap while pushing the on screen capture. Not as difficult as it sounds but you look stupid doing it. I mean if your taking pictures in public with your tablet you look like a tool already so it shouldn't bother you to much. Ill get a picture on here soon.
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Case Question

Just sold my G Tab 10.1 and picked a 10.1 Note. I've been searching through this forum with no luck so thought I'd ask. Does anyone, hooefully Samsung make a book cover case that is the same as the Tab case? All I have seen is the magnetic book cover but it just lays on the screen. The samsung case I had for my Tab was magnetic as well but had a flap on it that folded over and held it all together.
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The Apostle said:
Just sold my G Tab 10.1 and picked a 10.1 Note. I've been searching through this forum with no luck so thought I'd ask. Does anyone, hooefully Samsung make a book cover case that is the same as the Tab case? All I have seen is the magnetic book cover but it just lays on the screen. The samsung case I had for my Tab was magnetic as well but had a flap on it that folded over and held it all together.
Sent From a far away Galaxy, in Missouri.
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Your correct there is a Galaxy Note 10.1 Magnetic Book Cover, Gray. http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/galaxy-tab-accessories/EFC-1G2NGEGSTA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ijrpRzV7V3U
Watch video ... your right no magnet on the front only on the back. This could be due to the fact that magnets can cause the S Pen function to go screwy, so your better off without magnets near the screen.
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I have that case. I'm actually looking for one just like I hsd on my GTab. Their is a magnetic "clasp" that holds it together. Example here - http://reviews.us.samsung.com/7463/...-tab-10-1-book-cover-case-reviews/reviews.htm
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There is one just like that for the Note 10.1, but it doesn't seem to be readily available in the states.
I saw an eBay listing for buying it from China a few days ago while case shopping, but I can't seem to find it again atm. I'll dig through my history and see if I can locate it.
Edit: search for "NEW Ultra Slim Case Cover For Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 N8000 N8010 Black" on eBay (I'll pm a link) It's about $12
Also, I'm a long-term reader, but new poster so it won't let me post a link to the YouTube video that shows it until I've posted 10 times. Blargh.
YouTube "Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 N8000 case" posted by SuperClement001
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Thanks for the info man
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Found it on amazon. Saw 3 colors... here is the black. http://www.amazon.com/Plastic-Cover...=8-1&keywords=new+ultra+slim+galaxy+note+10.1
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Even better!
I was considering ordering this one myself, but was iffy on the eBay order and wasn't sure about how heavy it was.
Did your version for the tab add a lot of weight?
P.S. I'm a she. STEPHiroth. I guess I should add an avitar....
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Just be careful with those cheap cases from ebay that look like the Samsung book cover (with no extra flap). They are knock-offs and the quality is horrible. There is no microfibre on the inside of the flap, just the same vinyl/plastic material as the outside. The magnets are too strong, so they interfere with the spen. The pen won't write within the 1 inch strip exactly on top of the magnets. You can also tell exactly where the magnets are by the sunken circular areas in the back part of the cover. The flap itself is very stiff and when you try to keep it closed it presses on the power button and causes restarts. I've bought one but I've requested a refund and I now have an original Samsung book cover on the way. It should arrive tomorrow.

This looks possibly promising. http://www.amazon.com/MoKo-Slim-Fit-Folio-Samsung-Galaxy/dp/B0088I9AX4/ref=pd_sim_e_2
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Lots of people linked that one as their favorite in the original, now 50 pages long, case thread. (Worth reading through to get people's opinions on practically every case that has come out.)
The only downside I see is the clip on the front could get in the way if you wanted to use a BT keyboard on the case or if you wanted to fold the case back and use it flat on a desk.
The plus side to the clip is there are no magnets, and it leaves the tablet at a nice angle for typing in landscape mode.
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stephiroth said:
Lots of people linked that one as their favorite in the original, now 50 pages long, case thread. (Worth reading through to get people's opinions on practically every case that has come out.)
The only downside I see is the clip on the front could get in the way if you wanted to use a BT keyboard on the case or if you wanted to fold the case back and use it flat on a desk.
The plus side to the clip is there are no magnets, and it leaves the tablet at a nice angle for typing in landscape mode.
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Wow, i like this. but i dont understand why all the samsung made stuff has the fold on the wrong side. when holding like a book, the power button is in a very awkward position. Nearly every 3rd party case flips the device so the power button is in the top right not lower left. I reach for that more than my S pen.
Does anyone have httpFolio Stand Hard Case This case? im leary on an Ebay item i cant get anywhere else.... ie no reviews.
So im torn between This from Poetic or this from Moko. I typically dont like the leather on top of the edges look, but I like all other aspects. anyone have an opionion on either?
I dont mean to hijack the thread, but it seems relevant :angel:

Neflhiem said:
Wow, i like this. but i dont understand why all the samsung made stuff has the fold on the wrong side. when holding like a book, the power button is in a very awkward position. Nearly every 3rd party case flips the device so the power button is in the top right not lower left. I reach for that more than my S pen.
Does anyone have httpFolio Stand Hard Case This case? im leary on an Ebay item i cant get anywhere else.... ie no reviews.
So im torn between This from Poetic or this from Moko. I typically dont like the leather on top of the edges look, but I like all other aspects. anyone have an opionion on either?
I dont mean to hijack the thread, but it seems relevant :angel:
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I'm pretty sure that eBay one is the same case that The Apostle linked to earlier via Amazon I think both may be knock offs, but either way they cover the charging port when closed. One of the 3 Amazon reviews says teh magnets interfere. YMMV.
As for the ones you linked. I've just finished reading the Cases thread and possibly every review for all the Note10.1 cases on Amazon in my search for a perfect case, so I'll share what reviewers have summarized about them:
The MoKo has an elastic closure and pen loop that the Poetic doesn't have.
It also has a nice open spen slot (at the expense of leaving that corner unprotected from a drop.)
It leaves all ports uncovered and you can charge while it's closed.
Weight: 9oz
The Poetic has more card slots and a magnetic closure (which can supposedly sometimes interfere with the spen)
It offers more coverage for the corner with the spen (which I like) at the expense of making it harder to remove.
It also covers the SD card slot with the case. (Which is no big deal if you leave it in, but if you swap them a lot to transfer camera photos like I do, you would have to remove it from the case.)
Weight: 9.9oz
The Poetic was crossed off my list (due to the blocked SD slot), but the MoKo is still on it even though I was hoping to find a case with an uncovered bezel.
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I-Blason Slim Case for Hisense Sero 7 Pro

I've been a big fan of the slim cases that Blurex has made for the 7" tablets, specifically the Acer A100 and Nexus 7. So, when I picked up a Hisense Sero 7 Pro, I contacted Blurex to see if they intended to produce a case for it. Sadly, they passed, but I noticed a similar case for the $99 Sero 7 on I-Blason's site. It lacked the cut-out for the rear-facing camera, but otherwise looked like a nice option. Well, about a week ago I spotted the same case for the Pro version being offered on Amazon for $19.95 and ordered it. The package arrived yesterday and so far I'm very pleased with the fit and build quality of the case.
Like the Blurex cases, it doesn't cover the front glass as all. It protects the corners and offers easy access to all the ports and buttons. Unlike Blurex (which uses a leather covered spring-clip), I-Blason's case has a plastic clip on the side to hold the cover closed. It's attached to the case with elastic and opens easily enough with one hand. You can also use the clip to secure the flap when the case is open. As long as the plastic doesn't break, it seems like a nice feature. If someone wanted to lose the clip, and X-acto blade and some sandpaper would make easy work of it.
It also has a built-in hand strap which is nicely made as well. There's a piece of Velcro which holds the hinged part of the back leather to the plastic case. If you open it, the case acts as a 3-position stand for the tablet in landscape mode. The only this that's a little strange is the hinge on the front cover. I've played with the case for a day, and haven't found a situation where the hinge actual comes into play. In fact, it actually causes the cover to pop-up slightly when it's closed, although I'm sure it will flatten out after a couple days.
The verdict? I'm really and impressed with this case. It's nicely designed and has a high-quality build. For people who aren't a fan of cases that add bulk or cover the bezel, I highly recommend the I-Blason Slim Case.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00D5Y2XO4/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Great review and photos.
You may want to post on the "Sero 7 Pro case" thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=42089564
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Great review and photos.
You may want to post on the "Sero 7 Pro case" thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=42089564
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Thanks. I had no idea that thread existed. Maybe if XDA gave us our own forum...

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Thanks. I had no idea that thread existed. Maybe if XDA gave us our own forum...
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I just bought: 'Hisense Sero 7 7" Tablet BLACK SRX Executive Folio Case / Cover' by Cush Cases via @Amazon

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I just bought: 'Hisense Sero 7 7" Tablet BLACK SRX Executive Folio Case / Cover' by Cush Cases via @Amazon
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That looks like a universal case for 7 inch tablets. Does it have cutouts for the speakers and the back camera?
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Trekker56 said:
That looks like a universal case for 7 inch tablets. Does it have cutouts for the speakers and the back camera?
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Hope so. Not a deal breaker I hardly use the camera to take pics more of a around the house tablet for me. I'll update when I get it. After more reading I noticed it said MD-702 tablet in the listing. I contacted the seller. I have yet to have my coffee this morning and just saw it held business cards and fit the Sero.

Thanks to the OP for your pics and review. I just bought this case.

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The only this that's a little strange is the hinge on the front cover. I've played with the case for a day, and haven't found a situation where the hinge actual comes into play. In fact, it actually causes the cover to pop-up slightly when it's closed, although I'm sure it will flatten out after a couple days.
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The hinge fold on the cover is there for "keyboard" mode.
Works well, doesn't bounce around and I was pleasantly surprised how quickly I was able to mash out some text considering how highly I regard the iOS keyboard on the full-size iPad.
My only complaint about the case is the "light colored" micro-fiber interior, which I'm afraid will get nasty with hand grossness as time goes on.

Returned my case, plastic clip already broke. Will keep an eye out for something new.

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Returned my case, plastic clip already broke. Will keep an eye out for something new.
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When I saw that part of the description of the case I wondered. There's a very similar case available for the Nexus 7 that uses the plastic clip design and either the thread here at XDA on the case or the Amazon reviews were full of complaints about the same problem with the clip breaking. Sorry to hear that this one suffers from the same thing.
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Yep if the case was cheaper I could deal with the broken clip but for $20 it's going back.
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Yep if the case was cheaper I could deal with the broken clip but for $20 it's going back.
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They are going to discontinue this case. They sent me an email
We are out of the heated black cases and it is likely they will be discontinued due to a defect with the clasp.

Refund
I did get a refund for my case though...... I didn't expect it but they wanted me to give a product review for this case and I told them honestly that my clasp broke after 2 weeks of use.... Next email was they refunded...

Anything like ipad smart cover for nexus 7?

Only want to protect the front, something like the iPad smart cover that hook onto the side. I have a skin behind so i don't want to block it with a case

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i don't drop stuff . nvm i got my answer somewhere else
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Did you find one?
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unciviilized said:
Did you find one?
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I would also like to know!

Me too!
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bump..

I'm also looking for something similar. Either something just for the front or something thin/clear on the back. What is the slimmest case/cover available for decently cheap? Not really worried about dropping it; just want something to protect it inside of a coat pocket and looks decent

I don't think he's gonna tell us lol
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mixalot2008 said:
I don't think he's gonna tell us lol
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sharing is caring :good:

i have been looking for this type of case but all i see is leather ones

The official Premium Case or Poetic Slimline case are probably the closest you'll get. The latter is my preference.
I'm surprised no manufacturer has worked out a way to adhesively attach a screen cover like the Slimline's onto the edge of the tablet, you'd just need a moulded plastic strip to run down the left edge of the machine covered with some non-permanent adhesive a la the Dodocase that the actual cover was attached to. Then you'd have something that works a bit like the iPad smartcase without the magnets.

hyperspacey said:
The official Premium Case or Poetic Slimline case are probably the closest you'll get. The latter is my preference.
I'm surprised no manufacturer has worked out a way to adhesively attach a screen cover like the Slimline's onto the edge of the tablet, you'd just need a moulded plastic strip to run down the left edge of the machine covered with some non-permanent adhesive a la the Dodocase that the actual cover was attached to. Then you'd have something that works a bit like the iPad smartcase without the magnets.
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The poetic slimline is still too bulky for me. It essentially triples the thickness with that extra back layer plus it hides skins.
I too am surprised; it seems fairly straightforward to make...

hyperspacey said:
I'm surprised no manufacturer has worked out a way to adhesively attach a screen cover like the Slimline's onto the edge of the tablet, you'd just need a moulded plastic strip to run down the left edge of the machine covered with some non-permanent adhesive a la the Dodocase that the actual cover was attached to. Then you'd have something that works a bit like the iPad smartcase without the magnets.
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Thats a pretty good idea. The only thing could be tricky is the magnets hold the cover down on the iPad.

This is the only case I've seen which has a "transparent" back.
I've not seen it in the flesh, so I don't how how good they are, or if they can be shipped overseas.

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This is the only case I've seen which has a "transparent" back.
I've not seen it in the flesh, so I don't how how good they are, or if they can be shipped overseas.
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It seems more white or translucent than clear. Are there any cases out there that just cover the front? (Like a keyboard case just without the keyboard so it's essentially just a plastic cover) Or maybe something like what Logitech has for their keyboards where it covers the device but when removed can act as a stand.

Mokocase is nice

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Mokocase is nice
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Got that one as well. Like it very much

sen-cha said:
Thats a pretty good idea. The only thing could be tricky is the magnets hold the cover down on the iPad.
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Not to mention that Apple patented the magnetic latching mechanism that holds the cover on, so any other cover like that (with no back) would need to either find an alternative method (like the adhesive mentioned above) or license the technology from Apple. Or just do it and wait to get sued...

I bought the rooCASE Origami case from Amazon - http://www.amazon.com/rooCASE-Google-Tablet-Origami-SlimShell/dp/B00ET9H588
It's thin enough and functions very much like the iPad Smart Cover, with the additional benefit of allowing the N7 to stand on portrait mode.
The biggest problem: for landscape mode, where you fold the front cover just like the iPad, the magnet in the front cover WILL turn OFF the Nexus 7. I asked for a replacment form the seller (she said it's defective), but the replacement did the same thing.