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Roocase Ultra Slim Leather Case for 10.1 Review - Pics Heavy

I received this today in mail from PC Micro. They had coupon for 20% off tablet accessories so ended up to be $26 shipped.
Here is my brief review, and I'll let pictures do the talking.
Build quality: Probably the best I have used for any case. I'm pretty frugal guy, I wouldn't pay an arm or leg for cases but this is one of the very best. It's genuine leather, thus it smells great and feels great. None of that cheap PU leather cases come even close.
Protection: I feel pretty safe with the Gtab 10.1 in this case. Obviously, it's less protection than the thicker cases but this is more than enough for most people's daily use.
Accessibility: All ports are cut out perfectly. Obviously you can't charge with the folio flap close, so you have to charge it with it open. It's also a thin case, so when you are trying to touch the lower borders of the tablet, the rim of the case wouldn't become obtrusive.
Others: There is a velcro flap to keep the tablet in the case so it wouldn't slide out with the case open. A very nice touch IMO. Also there is no magnet for closure. I purposely wanted a case without magnet, so this may be pro or con based on user preference.
Overall: 9.5/10 (I don't give 10/10s). This is as good a case you can get. Don't look any further.

Hi Gordec, thanks for your brief review.
Could you maybe expand it a bit more with your experience as far as using it as a stand? In both modes, for typing and vertical for viewing media or browsing?

Roocase
My friend had one for his Ipad(allple Suck)but the case was nice so I bought one for my galaxy and it was great ...love it made a great addition.

I just got the ultra slim case today and its amazing i dont like the leather one because it covers the bezel around the screen nd it kinda gets in the way with the screen but this case is amazing.. The ultra Slim one..

I just received this case yesterday and must say that I am pleasantly surprised. I was afraid that the advantages of a case would not outweigh the added thickness and weight. However, what makes this case so great is the stand feature. It is so easy to use and type on the tablet when it is perked up on your lap or on the table in front of you. If you are on the fence I'd recommend this case 100%.
Edit: I have the "multi-angle" one (search Amazon)

I have been using this for a few weeks now. It's is a nice little case. Workmanship is vastly better than the comparably priced Acase I returned when the stitching started unraveling.

I dunno if this has happened to any of you guys but after having this case for about 2 months now, I decided to take the tablet out and give it a clean. Lo and behold I noticed that the case has discolored the back of the tablet. I have tried using alcohol to clean it with a cloth but no dice. Anyone else got this?

saltbread said:
I dunno if this has happened to any of you guys but after having this case for about 2 months now, I decided to take the tablet out and give it a clean. Lo and behold I noticed that the case has discolored the back of the tablet. I have tried using alcohol to clean it with a cloth but no dice. Anyone else got this?
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Yup I got this! Tried the same things you did. Guess this is the price we pay for getting a cheap case -_-

saltbread said:
I dunno if this has happened to any of you guys but after having this case for about 2 months now, I decided to take the tablet out and give it a clean. Lo and behold I noticed that the case has discolored the back of the tablet. I have tried using alcohol to clean it with a cloth but no dice. Anyone else got this?
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bskim23 said:
Yup I got this! Tried the same things you did. Guess this is the price we pay for getting a cheap case -_-
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Rats! I have been using mine for three weeks and this has not happened yet. Should I just nip this in the bud and move to a better case? Any suggestions as to a good upgrade? I'd prefer something thin.

I don't have a recommendation for you other than to warn you to get another case before yours becomes discolored like ours.

saltbread said:
I don't have a recommendation for you other than to warn you to get another case before yours becomes discolored like ours.
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OK, thanks. I just ordered this case from amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/Infinite-Adju...P6/ref=sr_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1314814140&sr=8-11
Will post my impressions when I get it.

Cool, looking forward to it

I know this is an old thread but I just wanted to add that I have this case and have been using it for about three months now. I just checked the back of my Tab and it's pristine. I have the metallic gray back though, not the white plastic. It's a really great case-if you have the metallic back, don't let the complaints scare you-it looks like the discoloration only happens to the white plastic ones.

[Q] rooCase or CaseCrown?

Has anyone bought either of these or been able to play around with one? I've pretty much narrowed it down to these two for my new Tab, any input (if another is better) would be greatly appreciated, thanks!
rooCase
CaseCrown

Count me as another interested in the casecrown. Would love to hear thoughts on this cover.
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I bought the rooCASE a few days ago and have been using it for about 2 days. It is a very good case and I do not regret buying it. I have not used the Casecrown so a comparison I cannot give. However I am very pleased with my rooCASE and would highly recommend it to you.

datasync said:
I bought the rooCASE a few days ago and have been using it for about 2 days. It is a very good case and I do not regret buying it. I have not used the Casecrown so a comparison I cannot give. However I am very pleased with my rooCASE and would highly recommend it to you.
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Does the rooCASE have a good build feel to it? Like does it feel like plasticy leather or real leather? Just concerned about the velcro becoming soft over time and not working too, opposed to the CaseCrown's little insert in the back.

I have owned the slim Roocase for three weeks or so, but stopped using it when I read elsewhere in this forum (just do a search) that it discolors the back of the tab for good. It seems that the interior suede lining is the culprit. I have since switched to the Aurum carbon fiber-like folio case with a microfiber lining. I will post my impressions of that on soon.
Edit: Here's the thread where this is discussed:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1182671

Just noticed this one too, seems to be great from the reviews it's getting...
http://www.amazon.com/VIPERTEK-Premium-Leather-Samsung-Compatible/dp/B005G19P7M/ref=cm_cmu_pg_t

Yeah that's s good price from what it came down from. Also that's pretty uch the same case as the Pyro case. From looking at several cases, there only seems to be actually a few different styles of case. And from there on, its all copies and bootlegs haha. None the less I have one of those cases from amazon on order. Ill do a review on it when I get it.
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mroneeyedboh said:
Yeah that's s good price from what it came down from. Also that's pretty uch the same case as the Pyro case.
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Can you link me to the Pyro case?

GETYOUROOPON should be 5% off
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1204995
Like I said its pretty much the same case as the pyro
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Black Double Layer Kickstand Hard Case

Search ebay ( can not post links yet )
Did anyone buy this case ? and how is it ?
They make similar cases for other versions of SG2 and they have belt clip
as well for them . Except for this one. I was wondering if maybe we can use belt clip from the other and case from this one.
I have tried to contact a seller about this but to no avail.

You can post an item number cant you?
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150718808790

I ordered it yesterday. Should be here in a few days. Dunno about the clip, but the case looks nice to me. I got the yellow/black one.
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ordered one as well, will let people know how the fitment etc is.
thanks op for the info. looks like a decently protective case for a decent price.

anyone else order one and then recieved an email back saying the one you ordered was out of stock and to choose another one? i told the seller to send me another color i preferred and have not heard back from him yet.

This is the Reiko case, you can see a better review of it here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1433988
I bought one a couple weeks ago, so far I'm liking it. It's a dust magnet, like all these rubberized cases are, but the fit is VERY snug. If you don't mind the extra bulk, it's really a damn solid case. (And for the price you can't beat it.)

That seller has some nice looking cases.

Got mine today. I really like it, but it adds A LOT of bulk.
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i recieved mine today. first off they were out of stock of the black ones he just forgot to unlist it, but he was real understanding and sent me another color. shipping was quick. the plastic part seems pretty cheaply made, but it fits perfect, snaps together fine, pretty comfy case. all in all i give it 7 outta 10.

I bought one of these too & just got it today. It's a very solid case & adds quite a bit of bulk to the phone, so people who like a minimalistic look probably won't like it. The plastic shell feels kinda cheap and the power button isn't as prominent as my ballistic case, but overall I really like it. I got the purple & black one, and the purple is a nice dark shade, NOT pink, hooray!

Poetic Slimline case for the Nexus 7(2013) REVIEW AND LINK!

I bought this case in August when I got my Nexus 7, and I don't look back! This case is a beast, its not only quite cheap, but it is also good quality, and it gives the Nexus 7 a classy look when carrying it. Its got all cut outs for the power, vol up/down rocker as well as a cut out for the camera on the back!.
Please do me a favor and check out my review video on the case on YouTube(link below). Please like and subscribe too as it helps a lot!! If you'd like to buy one of these from Amazon, there's a link in the description of the video and I will also post a link in this Forum thread too! thanks a lot!
My Official Review video on YouTube!
If you'd like to buy one, here's an Amazon link!

They are pretty good about addressing customer complaints too. I ordered one in late August when I got my Nexus 7 and by early September I received a second case completely unexpectedly with a note about how the new one had been changed to correct customer concerns. Two cases for $12? Not too bad!

Is it really protective though ?
It looks very good but I'm concerned about sturdiness as I always accidently drop my devices..

Dark Spark said:
Is it really protective though ?
It looks very good but I'm concerned about sturdiness as I always accidentally drop my devices..
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It will protect from wear in a bag or something like that. Because its a rigid case, I don't think the fall protection would be that great (besides the screen which obviously would benefit from any case with a front cover). I have not dropped mine while in the case so I cannot speak to its just how much protection it affords. I mainly only use the case when I travel or bring it to work because I don't want it getting scratched up in my bag.

It's a Nice Case
It's a nice, practical case, though I doubt it would be a lot of help for dropping it. It also works with the Tylt Vu wireless charger.

tcournoy said:
They are pretty good about addressing customer complaints too. I ordered one in late August when I got my Nexus 7 and by early September I received a second case completely unexpectedly with a note about how the new one had been changed to correct customer concerns. Two cases for $12? Not too bad![/QUOi.
I had the exact same experience, and I definitely would recommend this case as well.
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Received my poetic slimline case for the N7 2013 and it looks like they sent me the older version. I bought it through a 3rd party seller on Amazon.
The auto wake works but would like the newer version.

I absolutely love my slimline. Bought it in gray and its the best case I've owned for any device. My only discrepancy is the flap takes some getting used to when trying to use it as a stand.
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DroidModder said:
I bought this case in August when I got my Nexus 7, and I don't look back! This case is a beast, its not only quite cheap, but it is also good quality, and it gives the Nexus 7 a classy look when carrying it. Its got all cut outs for the power, vol up/down rocker as well as a cut out for the camera on the back!.
Please do me a favor and check out my review video on the case on YouTube(link below). Please like and subscribe too as it helps a lot!! If you'd like to buy one of these from Amazon, there's a link in the description of the video and I will also post a link in this Forum thread too! thanks a lot!
My Official Review video on YouTube!
If you'd like to buy one, here's an Amazon link!
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What Rom are you using in the video?

yugendreams said:
What Rom are you using in the video?
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If remember correctly, I was running SlimBean at the time...now It's Kit Kat obviously

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Dark Spark said:
Is it really protective though ?
It looks very good but I'm concerned about sturdiness as I always accidently drop my devices..
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If you want real protection, get the Poetic Revolution, or the Gumdrop case http://www.amazon.com/Gumdrop-Drop-...id=1386303182&sr=8-1&keywords=gumdrop+nexus+7
Those are 2 of the most rugged cases made. I wish Ballistic made cases for the Nexus 7, as I've taken my Infuse phone and purposely thrown it 20ft up into the air and onto concrete just to prove how good the case is.

two months of use and the hidden shoddiness of so much Chinese merchandize is rearing its ugly head in the Poetic Slimline case. the magnets have loosened to the point of falling out and the plastic around them is cracking. Two months !

Thing flew out of my coat pocket getting into an SUV this morning.
The case took all the damage. Some scuffs on the front. Freaked out, and inspected the tablet. Still flawless.
Now I'm using the revised one they sent me a week after I ordered the original. Knew the free case would come in handy one day.
I had the original on there since they were first released and it still had no signs of wear. No cracking, peeling, nothing.
Highly recommend the case.
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[Review] Noreve Ambition Leather Case (Ivoire)

Hi XDA,
Time for another case review, again from the good people over at Noreve. The company, based in France, is well known for making extremely high quality, genuine leather cases for mobile devices and tablets. In total, this is my 8th Noreve case - that should be a testament of the quality and how much I love these cases.
As always, Noreve does an impeccable job with packaging.
As an extra bonus, you get a soft carrying case for your case as well.
Upon opening the box, you are greeted with that addictive leather smell. It's weird to be smelling your phone all the time, but the case just smells that good. There is nothing quite like high quality, genuine leather.
The case is very solid and feels great in the hand. This model is from the Ambition series, and it seems to be even softer than their standard
Perpetuelle series. Very comfortable to hold, won't slip easily, and even if it does, you're well protected in every way.
Here is the case with a look from the front. Note that you have a cutout for the indicator LED, and also the metal speaker grille. I personally love the metal speaker grille.
Note that they have left enough of a cut out for the microphone and speaker on the bottom of the device.
A shot with the case open.
As you can see from the side views, they is ample room for the volume rocker and power button. Everything is as it should be.
And finally, a shot of the back of the case, revealing the cut out for the camera, which is perfect. This is a model without a belt clip, which is personal preference. If you would like a belt clip installed, then Noreve provides both a choice of metal and/or plastic and no extra charge. Very thoughtful of them.
The only gripe I would have with this case is that the magnet is not quite strong enough. Perhaps it's only the model I reviewed here, but when you fold the front part of the case backwards (when writing a text for example) it has a tendency to flap around a bit, rather than being locked in place by the magnet. Still, not really a big deal, as your hands are usually gripping the phone from behind anyway while using the device.
Overall I would say that this is another fantastic case from Noreve. Haven't really come across a bad one so far, the genuine leather and protective qualities are always a winner with me. And there's just something about it being hand made in France. In this day and age, where almost everything of this sort is made in China from cheap materials, I really do applaud Noreve for sticking to the tradition of hand crafting leather goods. They also offer a staggering array of finishes and colors for your case, pretty much whatever you can think of, they have to offer.
Here is a link to the Nexus 5 product page.
Cheers!

You wrote an entire review without mentioning the price?
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Very well written review,
I enjoyed it.
Thanks!
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If anyone has ever looked at premium leather cases like Noreve then you know how much these cases are. I am a fan of them, even though they really screwed up my order for my Nexus 4 lol. But growing pains of a small company.
These cases remind me of the old Vaja iVolution cases I had for my Sony Clie NX70 lol. I actually came across my old pda in my desk the other day. I was tempted to power it up lol. In any case, great review and I hope they improved in estimating the time frame to get the cases done. I waited 3 months without a word for my Nexus 4 until I told them to cancel my order. Not sure what happened, but that was my personal experience with them the first go around. I may go and try again, dunno. Depends if I feel like waiting a month for a case because of the hand crafting .

No offense of course to the OP, but is it me or does this case not look very appealing. I understand it is high quality and everything but especially for the 50 euros they're asking for I don't think it looks that great. It just looks kind of "mushy" to me. I also find it weird that it opens vertically.

PsychDrummer said:
No offense of course to the OP, but is it me or does this case not look very appealing.
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It's not just you. I would mUch rather get a battery case for that price. At least it's functional
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PsychDrummer said:
No offense of course to the OP, but is it me or does this case not look very appealing. I understand it is high quality and everything but especially for the 50 euros they're asking for I don't think it looks that great. It just looks kind of "mushy" to me. I also find it weird that it opens vertically.
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None taken. People have different tastes when it comes to cases, this is just a good option which offers high quality leather.

kpjimmy said:
If anyone has ever looked at premium leather cases like Noreve then you know how much these cases are. I am a fan of them, even though they really screwed up my order for my Nexus 4 lol. But growing pains of a small company.
These cases remind me of the old Vaja iVolution cases I had for my Sony Clie NX70 lol. I actually came across my old pda in my desk the other day. I was tempted to power it up lol. In any case, great review and I hope they improved in estimating the time frame to get the cases done. I waited 3 months without a word for my Nexus 4 until I told them to cancel my order. Not sure what happened, but that was my personal experience with them the first go around. I may go and try again, dunno. Depends if I feel like waiting a month for a case because of the hand crafting .
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That is very strange, I think you may have just had some bad luck. All of my orders have arrived within a week, except the Nexus 7 case I have from them, which was custom made. That arrived in 3 weeks.
I would give them another try because if you like leather, you will love the fit and finish of these cases. And long time no see! I remember you from the Nexus 7 sub-forums, but I have been absent for quite a while.

ynrozturk said:
That is very strange, I think you may have just had some bad luck. All of my orders have arrived within a week, except the Nexus 7 case I have from them, which was custom made. That arrived in 3 weeks.
I would give them another try because if you like leather, you will love the fit and finish of these cases. And long time no see! I remember you from the Nexus 7 sub-forums, but I have been absent for quite a while.
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I thought your nick sounded familiar lol. Yes, still sporting the OG N7 as well. I may go about it and order again later. I am cased out for a spell lol.

detdett said:
You wrote an entire review without mentioning the price?
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I provided a link, did I not? Instead of writing that sentence, which took you 56 keystrokes and 2 clicks, you could have just clicked on the link.

People who can read can click on the link to the product page to find out the price is starting at 50€.
Looks like the bump in the flap is a magnet to unlock the phone when opening the case?

kpjimmy said:
I thought your nick sounded familiar lol. Yes, still sporting the OG N7 as well. I may go about it and order again later. I am cased out for a spell lol.
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Same, still have my 1st gen N7. Didn't see the need to upgrade to the second one as this still serves me well. I say go for the case, it was probably just some bad luck you had. Mine usually doesn't leave my house but I still always have the case on, it's just sexy damn it.

Hatshipuh said:
People who can read can click on the link to the product page to find out the price is starting at 50€.
Looks like the bump in the flap is a magnet to unlock the phone when opening the case?
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That would be correct good sir.