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[Review] Acase Leather Ez Folio Case

So the initial reason why I decided on the galaxy tab was because of its incredibly thin profile and light design.
I searched for days picking apart cases so I could keep that thin, light profile.
Well I think we found a winner folks. Its the Acase Ez Leather Folio Case.
It has an excellent feel to it, holding the tablet very tightly inside. It has those nifty magnetic flaps to keep it shut when needed. It has all of the ports cut out properly, including speakers, and the build quality is top notch.
It really has the two best viewing angles you could ask for. Perfect for typing, perfect for watching movies.
When you fold back its flap, it keeps the tablet thin and easy to view in landscape.
I guess my only 2 gripes is there not being a cut out for the charger when the flap is closed. But that seems to be very common among all folio cases. I guess they are trying to keep the dust out. Not a big deal for me as I am pretty good with a ruler and an exacto knife.
My other gripe is the bowing of the edges around the rim of the glass. It doesnt lay completely flat or flush. Although I will say its extremely stiff and probably the best I've seen in comparison. Alot of the other folio cases use a super thin and flapity leather or vinyl and, not only does it look cheap its very loose. This one is definitely an improvement over those. Its tight and uses a very thick, high quality leather, best I've seen.
If your looking for a high quality leather folio case that will keep your tablet thin & light without breaking the bank, then I recommended you go pick this one up on Amazon for $30 Shipped.
Dont forget to hit thanks if this post helped you!!
http://www.amazon.com/Acase-Samsung...G4I8/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1311325148&sr=8-2
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Looks very functional and thin but I am not loving the contrast white stitching.
I can't decide if I want to put full Ghost Armor on my GT or go for one of these type of cases. I would have loved the knock off Apple smart case, hopefully Samsung will approve that one soon. Screw crapple.

Personally, I love the white stitching. It matches my wallet and shoes! Haha.
Comparing it to all other folio cases, at least this one is unique with its own bit of personality and style. Searching through tons of cases, I was tired of seeing the same boaring straight black cases. I guess to each his own, but I like it cause it stands out.
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Thanks for this! I was about to pull the trigger on the official Samsung case, but then I figured I'd take another quick look at the forums to see if I missed anything. I looked at your post and immediately changed my mind. I was looking for something that didn't add much bulk to the device, but would protect it fairly well. This looks pretty stylish to boot.
Also got a 3 pack of the same company's screen protectors for the Tab for 20 percent off with purchase of this case on Amazon. Ordering the case and the protectors, with next day shipping on Prime was 48 dollars, still about 20 dollars less than the Samsung case. Thank you SO much!

I like the case, just not the stitching, just my opinion.
The problem with getting such a brand new device is there not being anough quality choices in cases. Happens to me a lot because I unfortunately like to be an early adopter. I have spent so much money on Blackberry cases because I changed berries so damn often. Same happene with my Evo, bought a Golla pouch that I thought I would really like and then ended up not liking it so I got something else.
I may just do a full Ghost Armor for now until I find the ideal case, or just get the pasic slip in case for now.

I would have to agree on the stitching aspect. I like the case and would definitely buy it but I just think that doesn't sit with me for some reason. Thanks for the review.Nice to get one from a user aspect and not a company. Something I have been reading and searching for all day.

I love the look of this case. I am down to this case and the Melkco case. Tough decision to make.

Your welcome!
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EyeAndroid said:
Personally, I love the white stitching. It matches my wallet and shoes!
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My favorite line.
Just because we are gadget geeks, does not mean there is any excuse for not dressing well and being stylish.

bbeelzebub said:
My favorite line.
Just because we are gadget geeks, does not mean there is any excuse for not dressing well and being stylish.
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One of these days i will take a picture of my shoes and wallet and youll see what im talking about

This reminds me of the Yoobao executive folio case that I had for my iPad2. Have been looking for something like that and this is almost exactly like it.
Thx alot for the tip bro.

I received my Acase case today. It is a very sleek leather case that does not take away from it's attractiveness and yet its a great protective cover for my GT10.1. It is the best of both worlds.
Amazon Prime members can get it for a total of 24.95 landed.

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That's my homemade case ... all materials are recycle except for to crazy glue.
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Got mine and have been using it for about three weeks. I agree with the review overall. Unfortunately, the stitching on one of the corners is coming apart. I hope I can return it.

As long as you haven't poured something on the case or abused the case, you should be able to rightfully claim poor workmanship. No vendor wants to see bad reviews of their business on Amazon or on any message board.

Sorry to bump this old thread, but I think this deserves some bumpage.
I've been using the case for a few weeks now and I have one major complaint. Either the stitching is coming loose, or the leather is wearing down already. The leather tab that folds over the tablet to keep it in place does not stretch tightly anymore.
This means that when holding the tablet normally, since the bottom of the tablet rests on this flap, the tablet falls through the case quite a bit. Not only do the speakers get covered since it's not sitting right in the case anymore, but the entire thing is just annoying. Very hard to hit volume or power buttons, etc.
The Tab has not fallen completely out of the case....yet. But I can see that is where this is heading.
Funny thing is, I haven't even used the Tab all that much since getting the case. This case wore VERY quickly, and now I'm looking into other options. Don't think I can get my money back from Amazon at this point either
Anybody else with this case seeing this happen?
EDIT: Can take pictures to show what I'm talking about if asked

MMcCraryNJ said:
EDIT: Can take pictures to show what I'm talking about if asked
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Can you please post the pictures? actually i already ordered one.

I have the same, it's the best ^^

Zenus Masstige Block Folio Case

Great Case I just got last week. Not too bulky, lightweight and looks great. Talking with the flip closed feels natural and doesn't distort sound. It feels soft to the touch and it has a great build quality. You can tell they took their time making this. The stand is also great because you can adjust you angle easily! I recommend this case!
http://www.maker4u.com/zenus-galaxy-note-case-masstige-block-folio-series.html
I would put pictures up but the website does a better job of showing the detail view.

Agreed, a very nice case.
As I found out yesterday, it's also very sturdy and protects the phone well... I was taking the Note out of my jacket pocket and it slipped out of my hand and dropped to the rough cobblestone street. I was dreading the sound of broken glass, but all that happened was a slight scrape on one of the corners of the case/phone.
It hit the ground on one of the corners, and nothing happened to the glass, even though it bounced pretty hard.
Very impressed.

I been using this case for a few weeks now and i'm very happy with overal quality and design. I purchased it to use as stand while watching videos but it also came out very protective as well. I add some pictures taken by me to guide people who are interested in this case
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I also purchased this case so I could have it once I get an At&t Note. I ordered brown and the build quality looks amazing! It will definitely protect the screen. Now I just need to get that white Note to put in there.
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captainhakan said:
I been using this case for a few weeks now and i'm very happy with overal quality and design. I purchased it to use as stand while watching videos but it also came out very protective as well. I add some pictures taken by me to guide people who are interested in this case
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Those pics above are good but you forgot a critical part of the case...
Its also a stand! And will be very useful.

I think brown is best choice to go with white Note. Actually i took those pics with my Note itself so I couldn't figure out to take pictures of the case with Note loaded.
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captainhakan said:
I think brown is best choice to go with white Note. Actually i took those pics with my Note itself so I couldn't figure out to take pictures of the case with Note loaded.
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Cool! I am getting a White At&t Note and figured it would look real nice with the brown. That black you have is really clean though.
Does it work well and is it stable enough at multiple angles when you use it as a stand to watch videos/movies?

I also came across this case. Though the Tridea diary case looks better than this but it doesnt have the cutout for talking on the phone with flip closed and also no kick stand functionality. So this case seems to be the best bet.
Existing owners can you tell me for how much u bought this case. Currently its on ebay for $27.88. Should I buy it compared to the tridea case and which color?
MOST IMPORTANT: Also does this Zenus case make the camera sink in further than the free flip case which comes with the phone?

ankydu said:
I also came across this case. Though the Tridea diary case looks better than this but it doesnt have the cutout for talking on the phone with flip closed and also no kick stand functionality. So this case seems to be the best bet.
Existing owners can you tell me for how much u bought this case. Currently its on ebay for $27.88. Should I buy it compared to the tridea case and which color?
MOST IMPORTANT: Also does this Zenus case make the camera sink in further than the free flip case which comes with the phone?
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Guyz please reply ?????????????

I bought the case off ebay for around 28 dollars. Total it was 35 and got here in a week. The camera hole is sunk in so laying it on its back wont allow things to come in contact with camera, its deep enough. I say go with this case!

Krshaw18 said:
I bought the case off ebay for around 28 dollars. Total it was 35 and got here in a week. The camera hole is sunk in so laying it on its back wont allow things to come in contact with camera, its deep enough. I say go with this case!
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Thanks for the reply. I have a Black (blue) note, so which color would u recommend. I am really liking the brown one but I doubt whether it will look good with the black note.

ankydu said:
Thanks for the reply. I have a Black (blue) note, so which color would u recommend. I am really liking the brown one but I doubt whether it will look good with the black note.
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Personal preference man.

I have the Brown and it looks great, but it comes down to personal choice.

Krshaw18 said:
I have the Brown and it looks great, but it comes down to personal choice.
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U have brown with white or black note?
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ankydu said:
Thanks for the reply. I have a Black (blue) note, so which color would u recommend. I am really liking the brown one but I doubt whether it will look good with the black note.
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Here is the link to a post discussing the same case and have pictures of a white Note in a brown case.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1445478&page=3

Hi. Does the elastic band secure the case in a closed position? Also is it durable enough?

yes, the rubber band will hold the case closed very well.
...But how long it will last?
I just recieved the case, today.
I most say, it doesn't look like it will last long or forever.
But still... I think it is a great product.
I'll like the case even with a broken rubber band....

Here's my two cents..
-I recieved this case roughly a week ago and alreaddy the elastic band keeping it together is showing the white elastic inside (got the black cover)
-The stiches where the elastic is stiched into the front cover is widening.
-Very, very bulky.. I thought it would be okay but this makes the phone almost twice as thick. When normally my note slides into my jeans, with this case it had to go into my jacket pocket. Just saying in case you like to carry your note in your jeans pockets.
+It covers every side of the phone
+The grippy area makes it easy to use it as a stand in alot of angles
-Cant give it a 20 degree angle like I could with the SPIGEN SGP Stehen case, so when you're on a desk and want a slight tilt to the note.. can't do it with the zenus case.
Overall: It can't beat Spigen, but then again.. its 15 bucks cheaper.
In case anyone is interested:
http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/sa...g-galaxy-note-leather-case-stehen-series.html

My elastic band feels the same as it did when I received it 4 months ago. For what its worth..

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This should be stickied. Thanks sir.

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This should be stickied. Thanks sir.
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Thanks! I need to update it more
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Bessi Leather Wallet
Received the Bessi leather wallet (eBay) a couple days ago. Fits 3-4 cards, a screen cleaning wipe, and few bills comfortably. Feels good, looks nice, and I'm very happy with it. :good:
Also set up a neat-o Tasker profile to auto display on/off (using proximity) when opening/closing the wallet

How effective is it as a kickstand?
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megamaster2 said:
How effective is it as a kickstand?
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Just so-so. You may see in the photo I attached, the latch to hold the wallet shut can hang down over the screen.
EDIT: Suppose its not so obvious in the photo...

Wow. That thing is beautiful.
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Changing the format of this thread.
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looking at ebay for a case.. the ones im interested in
G skin S-linee TPU
Mercury fancy flip
eclipse black leather
Feelook point diary case
Arium flip wallet case
Eclipse carbon fiber hard cover
leather case cover pouch

I've had this phone since release day at best buy and bought the rocket fish soft-touch plastic two piece case. Since then I have bought and used JKase DIABLO Series Tough Rugged Dual Layer Case and a generic carbon fiber look hard plastic 2 piece case. I really like the jkase a lot. the kick stand gives great stability(much better than evo 4g) but could be more durable, mine has a crack in it and ive heard of it breaking. Though it doesn't bulge out as far or cover as much of the front as the rocketfish one did. Simply because it's just a slip on rather than snap.
rating best or worst. in my opinion
Best.) JKase - pros- kickstand. rugged look. dual layer. Cons - kickstand could be more durable but is limited to keep case thin. Some audio and usb cables are not small enough to fit the cut outs for the ports.
Good.) Rocket Fish from Best Buy - Pros - Great protection (I have dropped on concrete twice, one at 4 feet and one at 3 feet. just some light scuffing on case no damage to phone at all. I haven't dropped the phone in any of the other cases so can't give rating on those) slick. feels good. Cons - Was the most expensive of the three. Shows finger prints and oils easily.
Okay.) Generic Carbon Fiber Hard Case from amazon - Pros - Price(spent less than $2). Two piece snap on. Cons - becomes very slippery with hand sweat. More of a checkered look then carbon fiber.
Also one note for all cases. the jkase is the only one that protects the buttons, can be hard to press sometimes. The others have open cut outs for the buttons and ports.

CruzerLite Androidified cases are the best. Light-weight, snug fit, do added bulk, and comes in many different colors. It's only $12.90 (also have buy 2 get 1 free).

metropolitansin said:
Received the Bessi leather wallet (eBay) a couple days ago. Fits 3-4 cards, a screen cleaning wipe, and few bills comfortably. Feels good, looks nice, and I'm very happy with it. :good:
Also set up a neat-o Tasker profile to auto display on/off (using proximity) when opening/closing the wallet
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How is it holding up after a few months?

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How is it holding up after a few months?
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Beautifully! No frays whatsoever. :good:

metropolitansin said:
Beautifully! No frays whatsoever. :good:
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I may get it, can you link it for me please?

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I may get it, can you link it for me please?
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Can't link just yet eBay "Bessi ] LG Optimus G case OptimusG Leather diary wallet standing case cover" seller is lovelymuz.

Found A Really Neat Case, Everyone Should Take A look. Its Kinda minimalist But Very Nice http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dl...sPageName=VIP:watchlink:top:en#ht_1536wt_1271

NexusS4gFreak said:
Found A Really Neat Case, Everyone Should Take A look. Its Kinda minimalist But Very Nice http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dl...sPageName=VIP:watchlink:top:en#ht_1536wt_1271
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Theres a thread about this case already:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2056358
Seems like the people over there aren't to fond of it
Anyways if you want a minimalist cover try this one:
http://www.amazon.com/Ventev-colorclick-Optimus-LS970-Sprint/dp/B00A274OY4/ref=cm_cr_pr_pb_t
Ive been using it since day one and it looks nice, keeps the camera lens from touching any surface its placed on
Its not "complete coverage" of the phone but I do take good care of my phone and haven't dropped it at all *knocks on wood*
Plus it sits well with my Zagg too (which is a plus for me :good: )

Just got an Xtremeguard Skin (screen protector and rear glass protector) and I got it flawlessly on my first attempt at a wet install. Really simple. Bubbles and haze went away in a few hours while I was at work. Feels tacky but not too tacky (after you break it in a little). Doesn't effect screen quality at all. wanna know the best part? I got it for $3.98 from XtremeGuard on eBay.
I have one question though, I want to buy a carbon fiber skin but I don't want my protector installation to be in vane so...can I apply the skin over the protector that's already there?
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Anybody know where to find some custom made cases? I love this phone but finding a custom case blows.

Any good quality basic sleeves?

I'm not a fan of cases on my phones, laptops, or tablets. However, I do like to keep my laptop and tablet in individual sleeves within my briefcase for protection when not in use.
I'm curious to see if anyone has found a decent quality sleeve for their 2013 Nexus 7. Ideally, something that is a fairly tight fit with no zipper. If you've found any like this, a link would be greatly appreciated.
As my searching continues I will update the thread with my findings.
Thanks!
EDIT: I discovered that the new Nexus 7 is very similar in size to the iPad Mini...
2013 Nexus 7: 114 x 200 x 8.65 mm
iPad Mini: 134 x 200 x 7.2 mm
The main part that intrigues me is that the height is the same while the width of the N7 is just a tad narrower. Which means that most iPad Mini sleeves should fit the new Nexus just fine. I might make a run up to the Apple store after work to see what I can find.
One sleeve that looks to be what I'm looking for is the Sena Ultraslim Sleeve found on Apple's website. I know they make one for the 2012 Nexus 7 but the one for the iPad Mini will probably be a better bet:
http://store.apple.com/us/product/H...e-for-ipad-mini-with-smart-cover?fnode=3b&p=2
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Here's another. This matches the sleeve I have for my Macbook Air and covers the top of the tablet a little better than the Sena sleeve so this will probably be the winner: :highfive:
http://store.apple.com/us/product/HC226ZM/A/acme-made-skinny-sleeve-for-ipad-mini?fnode=3b&p=2
EDIT #2: I've now been using the Acme Made neoprene case (pictured just above this text) for just over 2 weeks and absolutely love it. I've traveled with it 2 times now and the sleeve just works perfectly. It's not a super tight fit but when you pull the band over the top it seals it in very well. There would even be just enough room for some sort of TPU case as well, which I think I will buy whenever a good quality slim one becomes available.

I just got a sleeve from builtny (http://www.amazon.com/BUILT-Neoprene-Slim-Sleeve-Black/dp/B00B5QLV9C/) which was designed for the iPad mini. Regardless, based on the sleeve dimensions, it first well with the N7. I've previously used builtny for my laptop, and the sleeve is of great quality and has last me several years (longer than the laptop in fact).

I originally bought this one for my N7 until i could find a case i liked. I'm doing the same with the n7-2 at the moment.
http://www.amazon.com/Worldshopping...23473&sr=8-16&keywords=android+nexus+7+sleeve

ccmichael - I really like that BuiltNY sleeve. Does it cover the top of the N7 bezel well?
biggiestuff - I like it but I'd be afraid the zipper would scratch the screen while taking it in and out.

saw this on ebay. unfortunately it ships from China (2-3 weeks). don't know about the quality.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Google-...-Sleeve-Pouch-Envelope-Case-001-/161076526062
found 2 more
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Google-...sets-Sleeve-Pouch-Envelope-Case-/161076753709
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Leather-Cas...generation-Nexus-7-7inch-Tablet-/171090929306

This DODOcase sleeve looks good too.
http://www.dodocase.com/products/durables-sleeve-for-nexus-7-2

sn0warmy said:
ccmichael - I really like that BuiltNY sleeve. Does it cover the top of the N7 bezel well?
biggiestuff - I like it but I'd be afraid the zipper would scratch the screen while taking it in and out.
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My case comes in tomorrow via UPS. I'll upload some pics tomorrow when I receive it! Based on the dimensions, it should, but I'll definitely let you know.

Awesome, thanks!

HKSpeed said:
saw this on ebay. unfortunately it ships from China (2-3 weeks). don't know about the quality.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Google-...-Sleeve-Pouch-Envelope-Case-001-/161076526062
found 2 more
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Google-...sets-Sleeve-Pouch-Envelope-Case-/161076753709
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Leather-Cas...generation-Nexus-7-7inch-Tablet-/171090929306
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I have had these for my Nook HD. They pretty neat! definitely good value for the price

sn0warmy said:
This DODOcase sleeve looks good too.
http://www.dodocase.com/products/durables-sleeve-for-nexus-7-2
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Had their durable wallet for my Nexus 4, great materials and feel to them. Worth the price if you want a classy, good quality sleeve :thumbup:
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sn0warmy said:
This DODOcase sleeve looks good too.
http://www.dodocase.com/products/durables-sleeve-for-nexus-7-2
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Ordered this 3 days ago, hoping to have it soon. Looks like a very nice sleeve; I'll post my thoughts on it when it's in hand.

Excellent. Thanks!

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Awesome, thanks!
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Here is my N7 with the builtny sleeve designed for the iPad mini. As you can see, the sleeve completely holds the N7. The depth of the sleeve's interior is a little deeper than the N7, so if you were to hold the sleeve upside down, the N7 will fall out. This isn't an issue for me as the sleeve will always stay upright in my bag when I'm carrying it. Also, I plan to eventually get a keyboard for my N7 which doubles as a clamshell case (similar to this http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AMR1NIY for the original N7), so I'll be adding some thickness which the builtny sleeve will accommodate.

Not a big fan of sleeves, I just don't know where to put them when I'm using my tablet, they're a burden in my case, but some of these do look really nice and I might just get myself one for my old Nexus 7, since I'll just use it for experiments.

Gonna take my chances with this case, love the look although it's vague how that strap works, and what the quality will be like.
The dodo sleeve looks beautiful but I'm hesitant to spend so much, knowing how high of a turnover I have with electronic devices :-\
Thanks everyone for the links,
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Received my Nexus 7 in the mail this evening and went up to the Apple store to check out a couple. I immediately fell in love with the Acme Made Skinny Sleeve. It's designed for the iPad Mini but fits the Nexus 7 extremely well. It also matches my Acme Made sleeve for my Macbook Air perfectly.
http://store.apple.com/us/product/HC226ZM/A/acme-made-skinny-sleeve-for-ipad-mini?fnode=3b&p=2

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0060RE4EA/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0060REPT4/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Slickdeal ppl cleared them out for $0.99 so prob check ebay (luckily I ordered a few days prior before ppl found out). They fit fine, the soft neoprene is a little looser fit and I prefer it so far

sn0warmy said:
Received my Nexus 7 in the mail this evening and went up to the Apple store to check out a couple. I immediately fell in love with the Acme Made Skinny Sleeve. It's designed for the iPad Mini but fits the Nexus 7 extremely well. It also matches my Acme Made sleeve for my Macbook Air perfectly.
http://store.apple.com/us/product/HC226ZM/A/acme-made-skinny-sleeve-for-ipad-mini?fnode=3b&p=2
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How is the interior lining in that sleeve? Is it soft/plush like the Incase neoprene sleeve or just padded? Looks nice...

One 99 cent sleeve available on amazon again.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0060REFOY/
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slider112 said:
How is the interior lining in that sleeve? Is it soft/plush like the Incase neoprene sleeve or just padded? Looks nice...
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It's just padded with a little extra padding on one side to help with additional protection for the screen. It fits exactly how I hoped, tight enough to keep the nexus in firm but lose enough to easily pull it out. When you pull the elastic band over the top it pushes the top edges of the sleeve together creating pretty much a full enclosure to protect the top of the bezel. With this sleeve I'll have absolutely no second thoughts about tossing it in a suitcase, my briefcase, my girlfriend's purse etc.
It's funny, I went into the Apple Store last night with my N7 and immediately picked the Acme Made sleeve up and put the N7 in it. The Apple rep that was standing there goes "woah, that fits perfectly!" :highfive:
It really is exactly what I was looking for. I highly recommend it.

Bear Motion SAND Nexus 5

Hey everyone, I just wanted to share with you guys this sweet new case I just got for my new Nexus 5. Its from Bear Motion, and it is a very thin case. It has a really unique texture, which feels like sand/ sandpaper only not as rough as you think. the case has a really small lip on the front so you can place your phone face down without having your screen touch. I'm really loving it. it feels really good in the hand because it doesn't add that much bulk to your phone. I searched far and wide for a case like this. I highly recommend it. best of all i got it for like 5$ on amazon.

Yes, these cases are great.
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I got one too. I also got the bear motion non-sand version as well. Their nice, but do not give near as much grip as the ringke rearth slim does. Maybe I haven't used them long enough to let hand oils soak in? The sand version feels wild. Nothing like actual sand. More like very felt, very short cut felt. I like having many different cases to try, but so far the Ringke slim is the best imo. Thanks for sharing

Rafaeli11 said:
Hey everyone, I just wanted to share with you guys this sweet new case I just got for my new Nexus 5. Its from Bear Motion, and it is a very thin case. It has a really unique texture, which feels like sand/ sandpaper only not as rough as you think. the case has a really small lip on the front so you can place your phone face down without having your screen touch. I'm really loving it. it feels really good in the hand because it doesn't add that much bulk to your phone. I searched far and wide for a case like this. I highly recommend it. best of all i got it for like 5$ on amazon.
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Is the rough texture on the interior of the case too? This case sounds interesting, very grippy, but I would be afraid it would damage the finish of the phone.

Yeah I didn't order the bear motion one because they didn't have it in black. I do really like the quicksand style, so I ordered a generic quicksand case off ebay in black, and like 3 other types of hardcases. The quicksand is pretty much the exact same thing as the Poetic and Bear, minus the branding. Probably all made in the same factory anyway. Can't go wrong with 4 cases for like less than 10 bucks shipped! :laugh: Only thing is it takes a month to get here.

Would be interesting to compare the Bear Motion branded one with the non branded ebay ones.

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Is the rough texture on the interior of the case too? This case sounds interesting, very grippy, but I would be afraid it would damage the finish of the phone.
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Is actually very slippery for me. I was surprised and thought it would be grippy too
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Yet another hard case that leaves the top and bottom edges exposed. They seem to be all the rage these days.

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Yet another hard case that leaves the top and bottom edges exposed. They seem to be all the rage these days.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=48461135&postcount=16

mmmmBACON said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=48461135&postcount=16
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Fair point I suppose. I guess that's why I stick with TPU.

bblzd said:
Would be interesting to compare the Bear Motion branded one with the non branded ebay ones.
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I did a review of a bunch of generic ebay cases here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2577289. It also included the generic version of the Bear Motion/Poetic Quicksand cases. I'm pretty sure like I mentioned earlier that they're the exact same cases, from the same factories, without the company branding on it.
$0.99 SHIPPED!!!
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Just got a green one today for my white Nexus and gotta say I'm loving it so far! It looks and feels great. I just hoping it provides okay protection... Yesterday I dropped my phone for the first time and my Diztronic case proved to have GREAT drop protection (no damage from a waist high fall, screen first!). Obviously the Bear Motion obviously isn't meant to protect from drops but hopefully it will be better than nothing. Anyways, sweet case and definitely a favorite out of all (5) of my cases
If someone can prove that the ebay cases are the same, minus the branding, I'll definitely pic up some more colors!
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gbeaguilar said:
Just got a green one today for my white Nexus and gotta say I'm loving it so far! It looks and feels great. I just hoping it provides okay protection... Yesterday I dropped my phone for the first time and my Diztronic case proved to have GREAT drop protection (no damage from a waist high fall, screen first!). Obviously the Bear Motion obviously isn't meant to protect from drops but hopefully it will be better than nothing. Anyways, sweet case and definitely a favorite out of all (5) of my cases
If someone can prove that the ebay cases are the same, minus the branding, I'll definitely pic up some more colors!
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Yeah I'm not going to take you up on that offer. No reason for me to spend more (when I spent the best $0.99 on a case ever haha), just to find out if a case with a Bear Motion stamp is the same as my generic one! I don't think a 20x price increase (original price) + shipping is worth it for me to test 10 letters of white ink.
Here's some easy "evidence."
Exhibit A, Colors:
Generic ebay quicksand:
Bear Motion from Amazon:
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Hmmm, interesting haha. Exact same color choices. Even down to the watermelon pink orange that they say is orange. I ended up getting that "orange" as well from ebay, thinking the color was.... well orange.
Exhibit B, Display Location:
Generic ebay quicksand:
Bear Motion from Amazon:
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Hmmm, interesting again! Same wood type/wood grain used as a backdrop for the case.
You know, some crazy person might even come to some weird conclusion that it's almost as if they were the exact same case! Possibly, with pictures taken from the same factory location, one before stamping, and another afterward! This is tough detective work though, I don't think anyone will ever truly know the answer to this mystery! :highfive: