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The official sammy case I got has the camera slot near the wedge, and yet the photos on their website have it the other way round! What's going on??
The bookcase I received, has the camera slot on the inner wedge (photos below), and it causes two problems. i) the tablet is turned 180 degrees in the 'typing mode' (shallow support) and some programs like Youtube can't do a 180 degrees turnover, and ii) when you close the bookcase, the short magnetic clip does not cover the camera when closed, thus the camera is exposed.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/[email protected]/5907483311/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/[email protected]/5907483363/
Yet, when you look their photos for the bookcase, it shows the camera slot on the far side, thus the tablet would not be upside down in 'typing mode' and the clip covers the camera slot.
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/galaxy-tab-accessories/EFC-1B1NBEBSTD-gallery
(select "view larger" on the lower right side to see the position of the different camera slot)
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/EFC-1B1NBEBSTD
Can it be that the bookcase I received, which had the part number EFC-1B1NBEGSTA is different from the one on display which has the part number EFC-1B1NBEBSTD ?? But Sammy didn't say anything about different models, and I for one, would prefer the camera slot on the far side. Did you all receive the bookcases like mine, or did anyone receive bookcases like the one on their website? Did anyone actually receive a bookcase that looks like the gallery one (STD) rather than mine (STA) ??
I've got the same one as you. My guess would be that the pictures on Samsung's website are of what the case was going to look like originally.
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I've got the same one as you. My guess would be that the pictures on Samsung's website are of what the case was going to look like originally.
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Ditto here. I also figured that the display model was an earlier pre-production model that was changed.
As far as the OP's concerns, while it would be nice to have the camera covered I don't think it's that big a deal. Allowing the camera to be recessed should protect it from most wear and tear as compared to what my caseless Evo has endured with its raised camera.
Just a photosop fail on their part
I just found this Samsung book cover case with a slightly different model number over at tigerdirect.com. It shows the rear facing camera lens hole on the opposite end from the model you received (same pictures that were on the Sammy website). Has anyone purchased this model and is the camera location different? I noticed the different model number and was actually worried about ordering from Tiger Direct in fear that it was an older model or something (version 1.0).
Samsung's website model: EFC-1B1NBEBSTD
Tiger Direct's model: EFC-1B1NBECXAR
Sorry I can't post links yet, you will have to search on google for "samsung galaxy tab 10.1 book cover case" and the top listing under shopping should be the tiger direct link.
The product id of the book cover case I bought from Samsung a couple of weeks ago was EFC-1B1NBEGSTA. Now when you put that product in your shopping cart it comes up as EFC-1B1NBEBSTD. I wonder if this new product id signifies a modified book cover case with the camera hole in the other position...
Noticed this as well but I thought it wasn't that big of a deal to post - It's not the first time Samsung messes up photoshop on their own website.
Most of the pictures on Samsung's site are photoshop fails.
http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/ECR-D1A3BEGSTA-gallery
1st and 2nd pictures are contradictive (USB port is on the bottom of the phone)
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The product id of the book cover case I bought from Samsung a couple of weeks ago was EFC-1B1NBEGSTA. Now when you put that product in your shopping cart it comes up as EFC-1B1NBEBSTD. I wonder if this new product id signifies a modified book cover case with the camera hole in the other position...
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There have been 3 totally different part numbers for this case so far. So far 2 of the 3 photos have been posted in various threads and they are identical.
Well, I wouldn't mind a bookcase that looks like the one on the site, rather than the one I have ... Will keep an eye out to see if different versions actually come out, in the US or elsewhere.
I have to say, even the cnet gallery here shows the GT10 in an upright position when the bookcase is set to typing mode. Unless they deliberately took it out and turned it upside down, this photo would also support the notion that there is a Sammy bookcase that has the camera slot cut out on the far side rather than near the binding ...
http://reviews.cnet.com/2300-3126_7-10008260-13.html?s=0&o=10008260&tag=mncol;page
Jnn1 said:
Well, I wouldn't mind a bookcase that looks like the one on the site, rather than the one I have ... Will keep an eye out to see if different versions actually come out, in the US or elsewhere.
I have to say, even the cnet gallery here shows the GT10 in an upright position when the bookcase is set to typing mode. Unless they deliberately took it out and turned it upside down, this photo would also support the notion that there is a Sammy bookcase that has the camera slot cut out on the far side rather than near the binding ...
http://reviews.cnet.com/2300-3126_7-10008260-13.html?s=0&o=10008260&tag=mncol;page
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There is only one version of the case. You can tell CNET deliberately placed the Tab in the case upside down, since the cut-out for the headphone jack is on the bottom.
My bet would be a last minute redesign so that the head phone jack would not be covered. When on the go, it is probably the only port you want to make sure is not covered.
Samsung should have updated their site to reflect that though.
Good point about the headphone jack....
When I got this case I was really disappointed in design.. I like the materials and build.... The case just feels like it is backwards. I decided to put my tab in the opposite way... I will likely never use the camera, and Its covered up by the case when you open it all the way.
The only way to use the camera with the case is to hold the tab upside down and let the cover hang.. Just silly. You will fumble around with it for sure the first time you try to take a pic with this case on - trying to figure out what way to hold it so the camera is not blocked by case.
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Good point about the headphone jack....
When I got this case I was really disappointed in design.. I like the materials and build.... The case just feels like it is backwards. I decided to put my tab in the opposite way... I will likely never use the camera, and Its covered up by the case when you open it all the way.
The only way to use the camera with the case is to hold the tab upside down and let the cover hang.. Just silly. You will fumble around with it for sure the first time you try to take a pic with this case on - trying to figure out what way to hold it so the camera is not blocked by case.
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Like you said, I would rarely use the camera but messing with it in the case I simply hold it at the top with the fingers of my left hand holding the cover up and my palm on the top left of the tab. Annoying but works fine since it's so lite.
They should have made it with a removable top (cover). They could have had the 2 pieces slide together with a plastic hinge of some sort. Or maybe some heavy velcro.
or just made a smart cover like the ipad
Ok, so the Samsung website has it listed as a leather case... and the pics in this post look like the outside flap may be leather... mine is plastic and nylon and only the inside flap that touches the screen is leather. Is everybody else's like that?
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Ok, so the Samsung website has it listed as a leather case... and the pics in this post look like the outside flap may be leather... mine is plastic and nylon and only the inside flap that touches the screen is leather. Is everybody else's like that?
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It's plastic. There is no other version. Samsung's photos are wrong as is their description. You would think the actual manufacturer would get it right or at least after 2 months fix it.
from ebay
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270831391457&ssPageNam e=ADME:L:OC:AU:1123
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After my first disapointing buy from ebay i bought this "sexy"
synthetic leather case.
Its weight is 290 grams.
Is a very-very slim case and when it closed, the case is tightly fixed on the tablet.
It has 3 deep grooves for standing and the tablet is very stable in these positions.
The philosophy of this case is "to not hiding nothing from the tablet when you use it."
On the back side there is a gentle opening for the camera.
It smells like leather.
The close clip aplly a good force to keep the case closed.
Every button or socket of the tablet is accesible with closed case
And finally i am happy, and this is the most important
Looks good, does it have a typing angle? What is the name?
also are you able to charge the tab without having the case open? i have one such and i need to have my case open each time i charge which is a pain
This is maybe the case I'm looking for. Can you please share the name and the link for the case. Since you can't post links, replace for examples the dots of the url with spaces or some other characters.
Maybe this one:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=320786081962#ht_2592wt_1165
You have to open the case when charging (if I remember right).
I bought this. Premium quality indeed.
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cheaper one
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The Style is the same like "PyroSkins and Vipertech" but what about the leather quality?
How much did you pay?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=16376571&postcount=1
Mondfahrer said:
The Style is the same like "PyroSkins and Vipertech" but what about the leather quality?
How much did you pay?
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I consider it high quality. Please check my links.
bobsbbq said:
Looks good, does it have a typing angle? What is the name?
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yea of course it has 3 angles.
unfortunately is no-name but is TOP quality
bharathbala2003 said:
also are you able to charge the tab without having the case open? i have one such and i need to have my case open each time i charge which is a pain
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yes, you can charge it with the case closed
spritable said:
This is maybe the case I'm looking for. Can you please share the name and the link for the case. Since you can't post links, replace for examples the dots of the url with spaces or some other characters.
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www#ebay#com#au/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270831391457&ssPageName=ADME:L:OC:AU:1123
Mondfahrer said:
The Style is the same like "PyroSkins and Vipertech" but what about the leather quality?
How much did you pay?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=16376571&postcount=1
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Yes, its really looks like PyroSkins clipcase
the feeling and the smell is "perfect leather"
23 us dollars without shiping cost
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270831391457&ssPageNam e=ADME:L:OC:AU:1123 - just a link that's easier to click then yours
I must say the case looks really nice!
I was wondering about the 3 viewing angles though - do they firmly support the Tab? Would hate to buy it and then find out it slips and falls out when I set it up on one of the angles (I saw that happen before...). Also, is it possible to use this case to prop your Tab up when you put it in your lap (in bed or something similar)? Or is it too flimsy?
And do you feel the extra weight when you carry the tab around? I really love how light it is right now, you don't even notice you have it in your bag (with the standard samsung pouch on) and it's really easy to hold it in one hand and typing with the other if you're walking around the house.
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I was wondering about the 3 viewing angles though - do they firmly support the Tab? Also, is it possible to use this case to prop your Tab up when you put it in your lap (in bed or something similar)? Or is it too flimsy?
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The gaps for the 3 viewing angles are deep enough, and yes you can use it in your lap, my wife do it often.
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And do you feel the extra weight when you carry the tab around? I really love how light it is right now, you don't even notice you have it in your bag (with the standard samsung pouch on) and it's really easy to hold it in one hand and typing with the other if you're walking around the house.
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is still light it is just 290 grams more.
but if you want to use it with one hand, i think that the best way is
to hold it in portrait like a book because the total weight is about 850 grams
Well you got me sir, just ordered one myself. Hope it works as well as you described
Will report back once I have it and test it out a bit ^^
Can anyone confirm if this will fit tmobile galaxy tab 10.1?
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Isn't it the same size? If it is, it should fit... can't help you out there though as I have a 7500 one.
The same case, with a new name, posted once again in a new thread. This was $12 on amazon last week.
Really? I sure couldn't find it when I looked (didn't look really hard though)
Doesn't really matter though, if it's a good case I'm more then willing to spend $23 on it. The most basic samsung pouch costs 25€ (about $35) here :S.
nightmarebadger said:
Really? I sure couldn't find it when I looked (didn't look really hard though)
Doesn't really matter though, if it's a good case I'm more then willing to spend $23 on it. The most basic samsung pouch costs 25€ (about $35) here :S.
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You definitely didn't look very hard. Here's my post from last week. Link to amazon where you can get if now for $19.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=19150993&postcount=203
Aye, you're right. Wouldn't help me though, since amazon tells me that "there is a slight problem with my order" (they can't ship it to my place for some reason).
Still, good to know a cheaper option might exist for some people, thanks!
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Isn't it the same size? If it is, it should fit... can't help you out there though as I have a 7500 one.
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Yes the size should be the same. I'm just worried about button/port placement.
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For people trying to find one from the UK...
I purchased a look a like case from here:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B005ECHQ4C
I was struggling to find it as cheap as in the US for example.
The one from the above link, seem to be very good so far. All viewing angles work great, both on a flat surface and on my lap. The typing position is my most used.
'Leather' quality seems good so far. Of course it is going to add some weight, but not really an issue for me. ALL ports/buttons are fully accessible, inc charging when case is closed.
its a great case
is there a way to put a cell phone strap on the Galaxy Nexus?
(anything short of drilling an actual hole on the Galaxy Nexus, of course! )
For me, i attached a charm around my phone's case between the camera and secondary microphone holes. Its nice since it doesn't force you to undo the charm whenever you are pulling out the battery door out =] all you do is remove the case and presto!
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is there a way to put a cell phone strap on the Galaxy Nexus?
(anything short of drilling an actual hole on the Galaxy Nexus, of course! )
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If you have one of the many Androidified Cruzer Lite case (with embossed Andy on the back) there's provision for a cell phone strap on one of the top corner.
There's no loop for a strap because it's not a clam shell phone, and nothing could be worse for the screen than precariously dangling it from your wrist/hip/purse to get banged around by whatever your body comes into contact with when you're walking around.
That's a $500 phone that you're considering hanging off of your body for the world to see, held on by a single strap. It's smaller than a purse, making it easier to steal, and worth more than most people make in a week. Think about that for a moment.
But if you're really that interested, case manufacturers often sell cases that come with a loop for attaching a strap. Google it.
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There's no loop for a strap because it's not a clam shell phone, and nothing could be worse for the screen than precariously dangling it from your wrist/hip/purse to get banged around by whatever your body comes into contact with when you're walking around.
That's a $500 phone that you're considering hanging off of your body for the world to see, held on by a single strap. It's smaller than a purse, making it easier to steal, and worth more than most people make in a week. Think about that for a moment.
But if you're really that interested, case manufacturers often sell cases that come with a loop for attaching a strap. Google it.
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But all other Samsung smartphones have strap holes..... The Galaxy Nexus seems to be the only exception.
I would just duct tape it to my hand.
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Here's how I use mine. I have sweaty hands :/
JunyuT. said:
Here's how I use mine. I have sweaty hands :/
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I assume you simply drilled a hole in the case, right? Looks good... I'll get a hard case for my Galaxy Nexus and do the same.
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I assume you simply drilled a hole in the case, right? Looks good... I'll get a hard case for my Galaxy Nexus and do the same.
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nope, that hole is for the 2nd mic or whatever it is..
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I assume you simply drilled a hole in the case, right? Looks good... I'll get a hard case for my Galaxy Nexus and do the same.
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If you get one of the cruzer lite cases as stated above, you dont have to drill or use a hole that it wasnt meant for. It has it on the upper right (if your phone's screen is facing you) corner.
As I am new here, I am not allowed to post links... Anyway, I saw a nice post by a guy in Japan with his brand new Docomo Galaxy Nexus. And in one of the pictures, you can see where he attached a strap to the small screw in the upper right hand corner above the SIM card.
If you search for "GALAXY NEXUS SC-04D で今日やった作業" you might be able to find it....
Hope this helps.
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As I am new here, I am not allowed to post links... Anyway, I saw a nice post by a guy in Japan with his brand new Docomo Galaxy Nexus. And in one of the pictures, you can see where he attached a strap to the small screw in the upper right hand corner above the SIM card.
If you search for "GALAXY NEXUS SC-04D で今日やった作業" you might be able to find it....
Hope this helps.
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that's pretty interesting, i'm just scared the case might pop off.
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There's no loop for a strap because it's not a clam shell phone, and nothing could be worse for the screen than precariously dangling it from your wrist/hip/purse to get banged around by whatever your body comes into contact with when you're walking around.
That's a $500 phone that you're considering hanging off of your body for the world to see, held on by a single strap. It's smaller than a purse, making it easier to steal, and worth more than most people make in a week. Think about that for a moment.
But if you're really that interested, case manufacturers often sell cases that come with a loop for attaching a strap. Google it.
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I think the fact of it being a $500.00 phone is why the OP wants a strap. I have never thought that they were solely for carrying the phone around, but to keep it from hitting the deck if it slips out of your hand while in use. Kind of the same way wii controllers have a strap to prevent you from impaling your TV.
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I think the fact of it being a $500.00 phone is why the OP wants a strap. I have never thought that they were solely for carrying the phone around, but to keep it from hitting the deck if it slips out of your hand while in use. Kind of the same way wii controllers have a strap to prevent you from impaling your TV.
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or you know... the op is a hipster like me that wants a cookie dangling from the phone.
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or you know... the op is a hipster like me that wants a cookie dangling from the phone.
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Mmmmm.... cookies
I use my Galaxy Note 10.1 very often in portrait mode, and I'm looking for a decent cover which would allow me to hold it that way with one hand without too much strain or effort. So far I've found one case (MoKo-Slim-Fit-Folio on Amazon:B0088I9AX4), but it's received mixed reviews.
Does anyone have any suggestions?
Thanks!
the zenus masstige has a elastic strap to hold it in portrait mode.
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the zenus masstige has a elastic strap to hold it in portrait mode.
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I don't find the one you're talking about....
http://zenuscase.net/tablets/galaxy...iary-series-available-from-early-of-sept.html
i have the moko and it works great with its hand strap.
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OK, so yeah, I did see that, but I'm not sure which is the strap you're talking about. In my mind there'd have to be a strap going across the longer side for my hand to hold on to it. What were you talking about?
Do you have this one? What's your experience?
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i have the moko and it works great with its hand strap.
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I had looked at the Moko. My problem is that it seemed that the strap looked a little flimsy. What are your thoughts?
Ideally, I'm imagining something that my hand fits snuggly into....
The hand strap is actually very sturdy. It remains tight (not all stretched out) after using it daily for over a month.
I think it is a quality product. If you want pictures or anything just let me know.
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The hand strap is actually very sturdy. It remains tight (not all stretched out) after using it daily for over a month.
I think it is a quality product. If you want pictures or anything just let me know.
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That's awesome of you! One of the pictures on Amazon says "Elastic band to hold the cover open". So does that mean that you can actually keep it from opening when you're holding it in portrait mode, or will it still "flip open" if you happen to move your wrist the wrong way? (Hope that makes sense!) If you wouldn't mind posting some photos (or even a little video?), that would be great, but not absolutely necessary!
And just to be sure you have the Amazon ASIN B0088I9AX4 is that right (w/ easy access tot he S-Pen)?
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That's awesome of you! One of the pictures on Amazon says "Elastic band to hold the cover open". So does that mean that you can actually keep it from opening when you're holding it in portrait mode, or will it still "flip open" if you happen to move your wrist the wrong way? (Hope that makes sense!) If you wouldn't mind posting some photos (or even a little video?), that would be great, but not absolutely necessary!
And just to be sure you have the Amazon ASIN B0088I9AX4 is that right (w/ easy access tot he S-Pen)?
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I'll make a video and pics in a bit, getting ready to watch the Packers beat the Vikings... ( I live in Green Bay )
The strap thing goes around the top of the tablet by the camera to prevent it flopping open... I never use the extra strap, haven't had any issues.
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OK, so yeah, I did see that, but I'm not sure which is the strap you're talking about. In my mind there'd have to be a strap going across the longer side for my hand to hold on to it. What were you talking about?
Do you have this one? What's your experience?
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a strap across the longer side would mean it's in landscape mode ?
oroboros74 said:
That's awesome of you! One of the pictures on Amazon says "Elastic band to hold the cover open". So does that mean that you can actually keep it from opening when you're holding it in portrait mode, or will it still "flip open" if you happen to move your wrist the wrong way? (Hope that makes sense!) If you wouldn't mind posting some photos (or even a little video?), that would be great, but not absolutely necessary!
And just to be sure you have the Amazon ASIN B0088I9AX4 is that right (w/ easy access tot he S-Pen)?
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Video turned out to be near impossible for me to video and demo at the same time... BUT
Pictures as promised.
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/jl34d5dkdw01pna/MsGZjdqzIb
Don't mind the Rum Chata spilled on the case.
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a strap across the longer side would mean it's in landscape mode ?
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No, see pics below.
apristel said:
Video turned out to be near impossible for me to video and demo at the same time... BUT
Pictures as promised.
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/jl34d5dkdw01pna/MsGZjdqzIb
Don't mind the Rum Chata spilled on the case.
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Great! Thanks!
It also looks like you could incline it once more letting it rest on that hook, is that right?
So far you're convincing me..!
One more question: I'm also seeing this case http://www.amazon.com/MoKo-Samsung-Galaxy-Tablet-Black/dp/B007SA0Q1S/ which I thought was the same as yours - I don't think it is, right? Does the one that you have let you fold the flap over like that? Would you have preferred that it did, or does the "tongue" sticking out like I see in your pics bother you at all?
Thanks again for your input!
This is the one i got
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0088I9AX4/
No tongue and I dont think i'd want it either... well in this sense.
Thanks!
This is what I am looking at.
http://www.dsstyles.com/en/galaxy-tab-cases/sharp-series-samsung-galaxy-note-10.1-flip-leather-cases-n8000-brown-2.html?src=gb_us¤cy=USD&gclid=CI6Z0aTa47QCFQUFnQodsR0ALg
So I'm, guessing this feature utilizes a reed switch. Is it polarized? The reason i ask is, I got a cheap knock off of the Asus case. The cover app did not work. So I took a magnet and moved it around on the front of the phone. Still did not work. Dropped the magnet and when I picked it up and tried again, it worked. I then turned the magnet around so the other side was facing the phone, again it didn't work. With that knowledge, I tried putting the front of the case up to the phone. It worked, the circle app came on. I opened up up the case and moved the part that SHOULD be against the front of the phone around and nothing.
Obviously on my phone it is polarized. Should it be? If the authentic Asus case is of good quality I don't mind spending 40 bucks on one but I want to make sure there is nothing wrong with the phone first.
Bluze said:
Obviously on my phone it is polarized. Should it be? If the authentic Asus case is of good quality I don't mind spending 40 bucks on one but I want to make sure there is nothing wrong with the phone first.
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Buy the official one. I got it for free, but I would happily pay for it. It's worth it.
A lot of third party cases tend to fail with these features. They seem to just throw it together as fast as possible and don't test it properly to make sure it actually works.
Yeah, as long as I can determine that nothing is wrong with the phone I will. But should a reed switch only work with one side of a magnet?
Also, what is the quality of the authentic? Is it genuine leather? Does it seem like something that will hold up well?
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what is the quality of the authentic? Is it genuine leather? Does it seem like something that will hold up well?
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The plastic that covers the circle feels kind of cheap, but everything else feels solid. No idea if it's real leather, doesn't really seem like it, but I could be wrong.
Thanks Harfainx. I just ordered one. I hope the polarization on the reed switch is normal and not a defect.
Bluze said:
Thanks Harfainx. I just ordered one. I hope the polarization on the reed switch is normal and not a defect.
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You definitely don`t have a reed switch in the phone, it will be a hall effect switch which will switch whenever a magnet comes close enough to trip it. N or S pole irrelevant in operation, its pure proximity. :good:
Thanks for that information. I've never heard of a hall effect switch, just assumed it was a reed switch since it's activated by a magnet.
So maybe something is defective with mine then. Like I said, holding the front of the case up to the screen activates it, but the back side, that should be against the screen doesn't. Guess I'll just have to wait till the authentic case arrives and see what happens. Off now to read up on hall effect switches.
Sorry for not following up on this sooner. My dog died last week and it's been pretty tough for me.
Got the original and it works perfectly. The knock off worked if I held the front of it up to the screen. So it seems the switch is polarized and it was put in backwards in the cheap one.
Quality isn't bad. And the tempered glass screen protector fits perfect with it. I've had a few people who saw it and commented on how cool the circle thing is. Well worth the 40 bucks.