I got sick of waiting for Seidio to release their kickstand cases, I use my phone a lot to watch stuff (shows/movies while at work). So I picked one up off ebay.
This was the listing:
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Minisuit-Rub...ll_Phone_PDA_Cases&hash=item2c761729bf&_uhb=1
I have a feeling there cheaper priced ones out there, but I can't complain, shipping was SUPER fast since it came from the States instead of China.
Overall the case is nice and compact, not overly bulky, has a rigid design on the back so it won't slip out of your hand.
All the cut outs are clean and clear. The audio jack is large enough to accommodate my Audiotechnica m50 headphone 1/8" jack if I push a bit harder than normal. Kickstand works fine, however it does make a bit of a rattling noise when it's retracted.
Pictures:
Case Only: http://imgur.com/a/jXxen
Case on the Nexus 5: http://imgur.com/a/lagJ5
There are so many brands selling this exact model case as their own right now it's kind of ridiculous. Glad you got yours for cheap at least and it does seem quite rugged.
I don't like these cases much because the rubber part is pretty stiff making the buttons hard to press down. I prefer the silicone/plastic hybrid kickstand combo.
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http://www.amazon.com/Bear-Motion-T...f=sr_1_28?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1305441095&sr=1-28
How do we feel about this case? It looks like it's sturdy and should be awesome. I watched a few videos on the original iPad one, and well, they worked pretty swell and looked very, very nice. I feel as though this could be a definite purchase.
Does anyone have it and have opinions on it?
Not a big fan of any current leather cases for Xoom. All look kinda low quality and rough.
Honestly, I feel the same about all leather cases. I just haven't seen a good case with built in kick stand like any iPad case. This has the original case's design and I really like that idea. I wish it were a soft rubber instead of leather, but there's nothing I can do about that.
Just looked at the item. One thing I don't like is the plastic screen shield. I imagine it would collect and smash dust against the screen. I'd prefer it were open and use a screen protector, or not.
Just got this case in the mail. First there is no plastic cover for screen, that is a screen cover on the Xoom itself.
This case is really sturdy, feels great. Feels like real leather (advertised as real leather). The there are cutouts for everything., though when closed the lid blocks the charing cutout. When in standing mode, both orientations are great, the shallow one is perfect for typing (unlike the folio case from motorola) and the steep incline works well for movies(again unlike the folio the case). I got it for $16 + shipping and it is worth well more that the $40 case I got from motorola .
Just received my MOFi pouch from ebay today, and I gotta say I am very very very impressed with it.
Though it may not be as luxurious as the Fitbag pouches custom designed from germany, the feel is still quite comfortable. The cloth feels really smooth and soft so there really is no worries as to the comfort it provides.
The inside is very soft as well, though the material will not really clean ur screen when you slide it in, it is guarrenteed that scratching it is also out of the question.
THE FIT IS PERFECT, even though not custom designed for the ONE X, the fit of the pouch with the phone is as if they were made for each other. The phone slides in with a minimal push, and stays in even if the pouch is upside down. Pulling the phone out is as easy as it gets, since the pouch just covers right up to the phones top, with only a estimate of 2mm lip over the phone. Thus, with 2 finges reaching into the pouch, getting the phone out really is a piece of cake.
Due to the nature of its make, the pouch would be comparatively harder to get in and out of your jeans pocket than a leather pouch or a tpu case. But I find it even better that way, as I can just let the pouch stay in the pocket all day, and simply slide my phone in and out of the pouch to use and store it.
With the low price tag on this pouch, I'd say this is an overperformer, and is really a superior pouch than others in its pricepoint. I may even go further and be bold enough to suggest that it beats some of the higher priced pouches in fit and feel.
For which model did you get?
Mvmajorem said:
For which model did you get?
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it sais it was for the tmo s2 but i contacted the seller beforehand, and he said he had one that works with the one x. on my packaging it sais 3xl for phones
sent from my CHARRED ONE X~ and click THANKS if I helped.
Hey XDA,
I recently ordered this case to replace my Ringke Fusion (which I both like and hate) and hopefully I will like it enough to keep it as my long term case. I haven't noticed much as far as reviews for this particular case so I was thinking of doing one for it. I have a new qi charger coming with it so I should be able to test that and see if it adversely affects the glass screen protector I have on right now. If anyone out there is interested in pictures of the case on the phone or anything like that, let me know and I'll do my best to include them when I review it on Thursday, I'm a little bit of a case junkie and typically try out several for my phones during their life time, but this is the first higher end case I'll have for the N5 and I'm really excited to see how it turns out.
Seidio Product Page
moonDOOM
Probably no real reviews of this case because they're already well-known. Others have already posted, and I'll back it up, Qi wireless charging works perfectly with it. Simply the best cases you can buy. Also, the holsters are pretty fantastic.
I got the case in today and as apparently everyone knows already, this case is quality made. I previously had a Ringke fusion case on my N5 and liked being able to see the nexus logo, but hated the tpu layer and how the back collected dust every time it was put into a pocket. I decided to go with a more traditional 2 layer case and I thought that the Seidio Dilex looked the best out of the ones currently available.
Pros:
- After seeing the product in person, I'm immediately sold on this design. The case is much darker black than it appears on the website (bright lighting in their product photos) and the rubberized coating on the PC layer is the classic silky smooth texture that Seidio is known for and has used for years. On a side note, the other colors are actually really nice looking too if you prefer something other than black and it looks like they have the same texture coating. The case feels really good in hand because of the soft texture and the silicone actually feels really similar.
- The kickstand also adds just a little weight to the bottom of the phone and makes it somewhat easier to balance, hold and manipulate with one hand. Speaking of the kickstand, it's actually aluminum instead of plastic which is a nice touch. The best part is that the kickstand is spring loaded (slightly) to the outward position but also contains a magnet to hold it securely in place when not in use. It appears to be pretty well attached to the case so hopefully it will hold up over time.
- The ports are all pretty well lined up with the cutouts and they seem big enough to accommodate most cables.
- Qi charging works just fine, at least on the cheap chinese one I also got in today. NFC doesn't appear to be affected either, although I only tried once.
- I'm currently using a Nillkin glass screen protector and it appears that the silicone is soft enough not to interfere with the edges of the screen protector. May not be the same with other brands.
Cons:
- The only thing I can think of is that because the outer layer only presses the edges in the middle and corners, the silicone seems to be a little loose or saggy inbetween the "arms" of the outer shell. I'm hoping that settles into place over time but if it catches on my pockets too much, it might actually get worse.
- The sticky texture is great for grip, but also picks up a lot of dust, but that's not news to anyone who has used a silicone case before.
In conclusion, I'd probably give this case 4.7 out of 5 stars. I like just about everything about it but I wish the silicone they used was just a little less pliable.
Pictures of the Case
Sorry, I know the pictures are garbage (I had to take them with my old phone so the N5 could be in the case) but I'd be happy to answer any questions y'all might have.
moonDOOM
Looks real nice little too thick for my taste though.
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This looks almost exactly like the generic thick kickstand cases that are being sold under various brands at various prices.
Dilex Case and Qi
Good morning. I wanted to follow up on your case experience with Qi charging I put this case on a Samsung Galaxy S5 and used a powerbot circular charging pad. I found that to get the charger aligned, I needed to prop the device up on the kickstand so it was a little firther from the pad, and I could not get a charging lock.
I'm trying to figure out if that is a function of the powerbot's charging signal or the anatomy of my Qi pad. Does your phone sit square on the charging pad? or is it propped up on the kickstand?
Thanks,
Marcva
Here is the product page: http://www.tetded.com/home/en/xperi...ria-z3-compact-d5803-d5833-caen-lc-black.html
I paid $30USD.
See images: http://imgur.com/a/AMxTZ
Unboxing
- Case
- Some documentation for warranty
- Nothing else
My thoughts
My first impressions of the case was the lovely leather look. The colour is a fantastic deep Washington Black.
The leather is not as plush as I was hoping. I feel as though the plastic skeleton which maintains shape is a bit too thick, compared to the leather. This doesn't compromise the leather feel, but I would have preferred a softer leather.
(Although, in saying that, there seem to be other cases for the Z3C from TETDED which look softer).
The inside fabric is about 1mm thick microfibre-ish. Its smooth, soft and feels hard wearing; good for something which will be touching my phone.
It fits well to the case, nice and tight. There is no play in the case, except for a very small movement in the bottom left corner of the case (not the top left, oddly).
It might have been nicer if the left hand side of the case covered the micro usb port cover, but thats just me. This doesn't take anything away from the structure of the case, I just thought it would look nicer.
The edges of the leather are well burnished and are flawless. The case feels great in the hand, and provides much needed friction on surfaces as well as while holding the phone.
One awesome thing about this case is that it allows use of the magnetic charger (if the small plate is removed; see pictures).
In terms of the purchasing of the case, it took them a few days to send, and overall I think I received it a week after order - not bad.
Pros
- Fits nicely
- Feels lovely in the hand
- Adds much needed grip
- Works with the magnetic charger!
- Its leather?
Cons
- Not a soft leather
- Not much else really
My rating: 8.5/10
Final words
Overall, I think TETDED did a pretty good job on this case. My one gripe is the lack of softness of the leather, but I suppose this would add thickness to the case (although, I think I would pay the price gladly).
TL;DR: Good case, could be softer, works with the magnetic charger. Nice.
This is my review of the $25 Benuo Galaxy S8 plus leather flip case:
https://www.amazon.com/Benuo-Vintag...172439&sr=8-4&keywords=benuo+leather+case+s8+
I received a free case in exchange for an honest review.
First thing is first, the case is a good case, if you like the folio design and like leather. Personally I love the design, but leather isn’t something I generally care about in cases.
Design:
I like the design, the case opens nicely and generally stays shut, even without a magnetic closure. The stitching looks nice and all the ports are clear and able to be used. Wireless charging works as is should, including fast wireless charging.
There isn’t much to dislike here, unless you dislike the idea of a leather folio case, in which case why are you looking at this case?
Quality:
I’ve only had the case for a bit over a full day, but it feels like it should last quite a while, the only thing I’ve noticed so far is some scuffing on the leather, giving it an older look. I understand this is a quality that people sometimes look for in leather. The company claims it is handmade, and I have no reason to disbelieve them.
There is some discoloration on the lighter inside pieces already, leading me to believe they died the leather. Also the ear piece cutout of the felt on the front flap seems slightly misaligned. I’ve included pictures to show what I mean, it doesn’t seem to cause any issues with the phone so it isn’t a problem I would care much about.
Features:
There is a distinct lack of features here. The case does not auto turn on/off the screen and there is no card holder. In short the case is a case, and nothing more.
Overall:
For $25 it is a good enough leather case. I would say the price is about right, though if they included a way to auto turn on/off the screen I would be more inclined to call this a must buy. As it is, if you want a nice looking leather folio case, this is a good case for a fair (if slightly higher than I would like).
Pictures:
https://1drv.ms/f/s!AtJMszlYgr5NmygQ_J6G6t71VGxQ
_Dennis_ said:
This is my review of the $25 Benuo Galaxy S8 plus leather flip case:
I received a free case in exchange for an honest review.
First thing is first, the case is a good case, if you like the folio design and like leather. Personally I love the design, but leather isn’t something I generally care about in cases.
Design:
I like the design, the case opens nicely and generally stays shut, even without a magnetic closure. The stitching looks nice and all the ports are clear and able to be used. Wireless charging works as is should, including fast wireless charging.
There isn’t much to dislike here, unless you dislike the idea of a leather folio case, in which case why are you looking at this case?
Quality:
I’ve only had the case for a bit over a full day, but it feels like it should last quite a while, the only thing I’ve noticed so far is some scuffing on the leather, giving it an older look. I understand this is a quality that people sometimes look for in leather. The company claims it is handmade, and I have no reason to disbelieve them.
There is some discoloration on the lighter inside pieces already, leading me to believe they died the leather. Also the ear piece cutout of the felt on the front flap seems slightly misaligned. I’ve included pictures to show what I mean, it doesn’t seem to cause any issues with the phone so it isn’t a problem I would care much about.
Features:
There is a distinct lack of features here. The case does not auto turn on/off the screen and there is no card holder. In short the case is a case, and nothing more.
Overall:
For $25 it is a good enough leather case. I would say the price is about right, though if they included a way to auto turn on/off the screen I would be more inclined to call this a must buy. As it is, if you want a nice looking leather folio case, this is a good case for a fair (if slightly higher than I would like).
I guess this is nice
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I have this case and the only thing I really dislike is holding the case open while taking a picture. As for quality it holds the phone nice and tight and this is NOT man made leather but real animal hide.
Didn't think it was man-made (fake) leather, but was hand made with real leather (not sewn by machines).
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