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So many cases flip down but none flip up?

I looking at leather flip cases...but i want one that flips up...it jus seems more natural and convenient. Is there a reason why every flip case i have searches through online like 50...on ebay and amazon all flip down?
Anyone find a flip up?
or one without that buckle belt.....seems half pointless...its not going to open by itself on a table or in your pocket without it. And when/if you drop it 90% you would of unfastened it already.
And where about on the phone is the compass located...and where do these flip covers normally have the magnet...on the buckle bit on the bit the buckle attaches to...worrying about the compass

I have seen some but dont remember where. They flip down because otherwise they will cover the camera..

Vrasidas said:
I have seen some but dont remember where. They flip down because otherwise they will cover the camera..
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nice point

terrapin case at amazon is quite a nice case . it has a double crease that let you fold right back as to not cover camera. and less than a tenner. this was my first case for my sgs2 but decided to go for screen protector and case mate tough as found the flip a bit annoying due to the size. now looking for an upgrade for the casemate tough now as i keep getting echos. as soon as i take the case of it stops? bit strange. but i am using the terrapin again until i find another.

I've got a Tuff-Luv from Amazon.
http://tuff-luv.com/genuine-leather-case-cover-for-samsung-galaxy-s2-mobile-phone-black.html
It's a nice cases, it does the job pretty nicely, and the phone is really well protected against shocks. Have a look on a youtube demonstration .... It's a nice stunt party ;-)

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It's a nice cases, it does the job pretty nicely, and the phone is really well protected against shocks.
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Are the close clips magnetic? Always weary of magnetic cases, while some people say they're safe, I'm not willing to proove them right...
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Hi GUys, I currently had Flip down case for SGS2, i want to know, is magnetic from the flip case affected our phone if we use for long period calling or something will affect the super amoled screen?

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Are the close clips magnetic? Always weary of magnetic cases, while some people say they're safe, I'm not willing to proove them right...
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Nope, those clip are not magnetic. It's mechanic. I don't know the term in english. (in french, it is "bouton pression") google translation says "snap"...
Hope it helps

If you have a flip case does that mean i shouldn't bother with a screen protector...i'm sure the gorilla glass will take care of the rest

Flipups will be found in your local market phone traders stall .
jje

What about the headphone jack??
If the case flips up and you have a headphone connected, don't you have to disconnect the headphone before you flip up the case!?
Just my five cents!
// Ohamn

I orderd 25days ago a piel frama custom case, they are really awesome.
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vitalij92 said:
I orderd 25days ago a piel frama custom case, they are really awesome.
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Price is also awesome... more than 100$ ....oups

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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Mofi Nexus 5 Leather Smart Cover

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Mofi-Rui-Sli...hone_PDA_Cases&var&hash=item3cd87f0385&_uhb=1
wow, this looks good. anyone have experience with the company?

Just ordered one of these which will be with me in a few weeks from Hong Kong. Should be a nice compromise between a hard case + screen protector with no screen protector and one of these.
Looks far less bulky than a wallet case too.
Nice find

I've just ordered one too :good:

http://www.aliexpress.com/wholesale?SearchText=mofi+nexus+5&catId=0
~5£ including shipping on aliexpress, also ships from china so will probably take 20+ days but I think i'll probably get this and a clear bumper case like spigen or orzly.

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do you guys think this is better than these nillkin ones?
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Nillkin-V-Sm...ll_Phone_PDA_Cases&hash=item3a87630794&_uhb=1
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Nillkin-Fres...hone_PDA_Cases&var&hash=item35ce434311&_uhb=1

nikulogical said:
do you guys think this is better than these nillkin ones?
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Nillkin-V-Sm...ll_Phone_PDA_Cases&hash=item3a87630794&_uhb=1
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Nillkin-Fres...hone_PDA_Cases&var&hash=item35ce434311&_uhb=1
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I don't know which one is better, both are interesting. My only doubt, for both products, is the back quality, as for what I understood they clasp directly on the mattee surface of the phone. If the cover is badly cut, then back scratches are possible... so I think I'll wait for some feedback first

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I don't know which one is better, both are interesting. My only doubt, for both products, is the back quality, as for what I understood they clasp directly on the mattee surface of the phone. If the cover is badly cut, then back scratches are possible... so I think I'll wait for some feedback first
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exactly what im thinking. also i dont know if the 'flap' closes/sticks properly to the screen on either.

Just ordered one it looks promising, suppose we will see.
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Case just arrived and i am very impressed with the quality and slimness. The auto screen on feature is working perfectly.
For the price, quality, slimness this case represents a very value :good:

dongagon said:
Case just arrived and i am very impressed with the quality and slimness. The auto screen on feature is working perfectly.
For the price, quality, slimness this case represents a very value :good:
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Cool, any chance for some pictures? Would be cool to see some real pics of it.

yes pictures please!!!! how is the material? hard or soft? do the cutouts align properly?

I just got one about 5 days ago but they just ship out on 26. Will update some pics as soon as I received it

mine just arrived and I would concur that it is very nicely made, fits very snugly against the phone. If it have a hole for the notification light, and a small suction cup to keep the cover closed like the pudini it would be perfect! Let me know if you want me to take more pictures.

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mine just arrived and I would concur that it is very nicely made, fits very snugly against the phone. If it have a hole for the notification light, and a small suction cup to keep the cover closed like the pudini it would be perfect! Let me know if you want me to take more pictures.
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doesnt it have a magnet to keep it closed and do the sleep/wake function?

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doesnt it have a magnet to keep it closed and do the sleep/wake function?
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It have a magnet to do the sleep/wake function but the magnet isn't strong enough keep it closed, hence my comment having suction cup thing

Looks cool !! But for $7 is a bit hard to trust the leather quality ...

Mine just arrived and man this thing is heavy for a case but is very good quality for £6.50 including shipping. It's so much nicer now that the screen wakes up as soon as you open the case.
All in all very impressed.

Garbage
This case is crap guys. The material feels nasty and tends to grip pocket lining making it difficult to slide in and out. The flip cover seems to be fashioned out of metal (based on the weight and rigidity) and I have noticed signal reception fluctuating with flap orientation. I get that it's a $10 and expectations are low, but you can do much better than this. Anyone tried to the Nilikin or can recommend any other quick cover knockoffs?

Today I looked for a leather case with a sleep/wake magnet.
Until now 3 out of 5 do not have a magnet - the other's answer is still outstanding.
However what I really don't get is: Why does no case have a cut-out for the notification light. I would even say, that this is more crucial than the cut-out for the earpiece.
Or does anyone know such a case?

Leather case for 3T

anyone of you using leather case for 3T? and any recommended?thx!

The leather flip case from Oneplus is quite good except the fact that rubbing your phone in pocket or somewhere else it will give you this result.
And i have this case for 2 months

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The leather flip case from Oneplus is quite good except the fact that rubbing your phone in pocket or somewhere else it will give you this result.
And i have this case for 2 months
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Thx for your photos, is this genuine leather?

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Thx for your photos, is this genuine leather?
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Yup. It say in description of the product. And it feels like a genuine one also. In fact i think that only those edges are covered with sort of rubber/latex that's why the problem.

If you need some real top class leather case, then just blindly go with this guy. The website is http://godbolegear.in/ and is based out of Mumbhai and will ship all over india. He uses some of the worlds best leather ( from wickett and craig tannery which is 150 years old) and uses vegetable tanning. For oneplus 3T it will look very premium and case is expensive than all others available which are not genuine leather stuff.

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The leather flip case from Oneplus is quite good except the fact that rubbing your phone in pocket or somewhere else it will give you this result.
And i have this case for 2 months
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I am about to order the phone and I was thinking also about that case. My main concern is about not being magnetic. I had a similar case for my s7 edge and I dropped it once and the case just opened freely leaving the screen vulnerable. Does this happen with this case too?

ionutz727 said:
I am about to order the phone and I was thinking also about that case. My main concern is about not being magnetic. I had a similar case for my s7 edge and I dropped it once and the case just opened freely leaving the screen vulnerable. Does this happen with this case too?
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No, it's not magnetic. I think that in case of dropping, will open, making the screen vulnerable

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No, it's not magnetic. I think that in case of dropping, will open, making the screen vulnerable
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So if you hold your phone face down, the leather case just opens?

ionutz727 said:
So if you hold your phone face down, the leather case just opens?
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Yeah. I recommend this case only if you are not an outside worker.

CBK1993 said:
Yeah. I recommend this case only if you are not an outside worker.
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Thanks for your answers. I ordered it today, can't wait!