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Skip buying a case and replace battery cover?

I guess this mostly apply to people who are planning to buy a thin case that doesn't provide anything more than scratch protection. I fall into this category and was planning to wait for Zagg to get a invisible shield product out, but as I was putting the battery in for the first time I realized...
why don't I just replace the plastic cover when it gets too scratched or when I want to sell the phone? I'm sure the genuine covers will start showing up on ebay soon enough.
Forgive me if this is a duh thing and has been generally dismissed... I came from an iPhone...
Thoughts?

There are rubberized back covers now on the internet, and they are, in my opinion alot better than a case because you keep that thin feeling and have a rubbery touch to it..

fRenZy-_- said:
There are rubberized back covers now on the internet, and they are, in my opinion alot better than a case because you keep that thin feeling and have a rubbery touch to it..
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Find me a link I was looking on ebay and couldn't find one. Thanks

Here's what I found. Not ebay, but anyway.
Look on mobilecityonline dot com for product #27649 "Motorola Rugged Battery Cover"
I'm too new to post a link.

I'd do this, but I like a case that has a 1-2mm lip around the display. That way your screen stands a better chance of not cracking if it falls face-down or front edge down. I wish I could get a slider like the Seidio Innocase II I had for my N1. I'd dropped that a bunch of times and the phone doesn't have any scars for it. I have the Speck case for now, but I'll ditch it once something thinner like the Innocase shows up.

first company to release a soft touch back cover replacement with kickstand gets my money!

vertigocreative said:
Here's what I found. Not ebay, but anyway.
Look on mobilecityonline dot com for product #27649 "Motorola Rugged Battery Cover"
I'm too new to post a link.
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Hey, that looks pretty cool! Anyone have experienced with it? What does "rugged" mean? I also couldn't find battery covers for Atrix on Ebay.

vertigocreative said:
Here's what I found. Not ebay, but anyway.
Look on mobilecityonline dot com for product #27649 "Motorola Rugged Battery Cover"
I'm too new to post a link.
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Here's the direct link:
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http://www.mobilecityonline.com/wireless/store/productdetail.asp?productid=27649
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http://www.mobilecityonline.com/wireless/store/productdetail.asp?productid=27648
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http://www.mobilecityonline.com/wireless/store/productdetail.asp?productid=27650
Cant wait for some installed pictures to see what it looks like though...

Availability: Preorder

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Availability: Preorder
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It was initially showing 3/22 then it changed to 3/11 and now it's changed to "No ETA at this time". I would be interested in one of these...or a Powermat back

Best Skins Ever FTW
On every device I've owned I've always had a best skins ever. The texture and quality is better than any others I have tried. Every skin I've ever had covers every part of the phone and they have all lasted until I replaced the phone. Very durable. I've ordered mine for the Atrix and should have it shortly. I can post pics when I put it on but in the mean time here is a link and a couple examples of a bestskinsever on my Nexus.
http://www.bestskinsever.com/motorola-atrix-4g-skin

seriouslyjeff said:
On every device I've owned I've always had a best skins ever. The texture and quality is better than any others I have tried. Every skin I've ever had covers every part of the phone and they have all lasted until I replaced the phone. Very durable. I've ordered mine for the Atrix and should have it shortly. I can post pics when I put it on but in the mean time here is a link and a couple examples of a bestskinsever on my Nexus.
http://www.bestskinsever.com/motorola-atrix-4g-skin
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Yes, please show us some pics, and keep it weird up there

I've never really been a big fan of skins.... be it ZAGG Invisible Shield or anything similar. They just feel odd to me. I actually purchased a cheap TPU case for my Atrix, and like it quite a lot.
As for PowerMat which someone mentioned, i sent them an e-mail about a week ago, and recieved the usual expected canned response... they don't have a battery door right now, but the PowerCube would work. Really do hope they make a battery door replacement.... might be worth getting.

Yeah, I would love an Atrix powermat backcover. I was going to buy a standard dock but maybe I'll wait for a bit.

phaijai said:
It was initially showing 3/22 then it changed to 3/11 and now it's changed to "No ETA at this time". I would be interested in one of these...or a Powermat back
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It is now July 12th...
Just cancelled my pre-order. Has anyone else found a replacement back cover?
-Eric

bell stores are suppose to be carrying them but i check yesterday and they said they dont have them yet, maybe next week.
http://www.bell.ca/shopping/en_CA_O...currentPageIndex=1&tab=2&bell=t#tabCont2-tabs

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bell stores are suppose to be carrying them but i check yesterday and they said they dont have them yet, maybe next week.
http://www.bell.ca/shopping/en_CA_O...currentPageIndex=1&tab=2&bell=t#tabCont2-tabs
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Wow, definitely please let us know when you do! Hopefully the supply will trickle down to the US.

norcal einstein said:
Here's the direct link:
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http://www.mobilecityonline.com/wireless/store/productdetail.asp?productid=27649
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http://www.mobilecityonline.com/wireless/store/productdetail.asp?productid=27648
Pink
http://www.mobilecityonline.com/wireless/store/productdetail.asp?productid=27650
Cant wait for some installed pictures to see what it looks like though...
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Anyone know why these are being discontinued everywhere?...

Probably because they were never technically released by Motorola. If you read reviews of the ones that some people have gotten a hold of, even the overall feel of the cases seem to differ even depending on what color they picked.

It's not a bad cover....not great either. But it is the only one that will allow it to fit into the vehicle dock without modification. I ordered it from a place in Canada, it shipped from Hong Kong. Took about a month to get to me. The edges are kinda flimsy, especially around the usb/hdmi dock area. And the lip doesn't stay "lipped" around the edge of the display very well. I think I'll just go back to my OtterBox Impact. I spend less time taking it off and putting it back on, than I do with constantly adjusting the ruggedized cover.

GN Battery Cover

Hello Folks,
I was in a middle of changing the covers and my 2 year old grabbed the Note and before I know it was the floor.
Luckily Note is okay and functional but got some scratches on the battery (back) cover and on the metal portion on the side/edge.
I was wondering if I can get the original battery (back) cover?
Only place I see is on eBay. They say its the original and they are asking $25 for the same.
I see them on Amazon but does not seem they are original.
Anyone know any other place?
Thank you,

the.mister.d said:
Hello Folks,
I was in a middle of changing the covers and my 2 year old grabbed the Note and before I know it was the floor.
Luckily Note is okay and functional but got some scratches on the battery (back) cover and on the metal portion on the side/edge.
I was wondering if I can get the original battery (back) cover?
Only place I see is on eBay. They say its the original and they are asking $25 for the same.
I see them on Amazon but does not seem they are original.
Anyone know any other place?
Thank you,
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I have seen hundreds of battery cover in ebay....

the.mister.d said:
original battery (back) cover?... eBay
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Well whaddya know... I knew this picture would come in handy one day (attached below).
I bought a bunch of genuine back covers from eBay from a seller called komazys, and have been buying from him from quite awhile.
As far as I can tell these are the genuine Samsung back covers (it even comes with the protection sticker which teaches you how to snap it into place, same as our out-of-the-box Notes (and with a price tag to match). Yes unfortunately original manufacturer items will always be more expensive than cheaper OEMs, but at least you get the satisfaction of knowing it won't break (or shouldn't anyway) within the life of the product you're using it with.
FYI:
eBay - Black Cover
eBay - White Cover

btyeh said:
Well whaddya know... I knew this picture would come in handy one day (attached below).
I bought a bunch of genuine back covers from eBay from a seller called komazys, and have been buying from him from quite awhile.
As far as I can tell these are the genuine Samsung back covers (it even comes with the protection sticker which teaches you how to snap it into place, same as our out-of-the-box Notes (and with a price tag to match). Yes unfortunately original manufacturer items will always be more expensive than cheaper OEMs, but at least you get the satisfaction of knowing it won't break (or shouldn't anyway) within the life of the product you're using it with.
FYI:
eBay - Black Cover
eBay - White Cover
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Perfect! Thank you!

Does the white battery cover fit the blue/black note?

offenberg said:
Does the white battery cover fit the blue/black note?
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yes

Galaxy Note Flip Cover

Hey there,
does anyone know a good alternative to the horrible original Galaxy Note Flipcover? Mayone one made of real leather?
I really hope there's any good version of this great case type!
Hope for your numerous answers!
Cheers,
Aryana

Aryana90 said:
Hey there,
does anyone know a good alternative to the horrible original Galaxy Note Flipcover? Mayone one made of real leather?
I really hope there's any good version of this great case type!
Hope for your numerous answers!
Cheers,
Aryana
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I don't know if it's good or not, but I've found something like this https://www.youtube.com/watch?gl=UG&feature=related&hl=en-GB&v=LGBDcRWykc0 and this http://www.mytrendyphone.com/shop/samsung-galaxy-n7000-69177p.html
At least those give a bit of protection to the back of the phone and corners.
UPDATE: Someone was asking on forum for these http://www.amazon.com/Zenus-Masstig...JX4O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1337029406&sr=8-1
and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vror_ETzHBM
And here are many to chose from http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias=mobile&field-keywords=n7000+flip
This looks like some better quality leather you asked for http://www.amazon.com/SPIGEN-GT-N70..._1_6?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1337029880&sr=1-6
Press thanks if I was helpful

I've heard you get some cheap 200bucks flip covers in Delhi market.
Sent from my GT-N7000 using xda premium

Hi,
thanks for your answers!
Yes, these flip covers look good, but the original one has a must have feature for me: It replaces the battery cover so it doesn't make the phone thicker and keeps its great look and feel.
I suppose there's no battery cover replacement flip cover in good quality anywhere out there?
Cheers,
Aryana

Aryana90 said:
Yes, these flip covers look good, but the original one has a must have feature for me: It replaces the battery cover so it doesn't make the phone thicker and keeps its great look and feel.
I suppose there's no battery cover replacement flip cover in good quality anywhere out there?
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OK, I don't take responsibility for this as I still don't recommend those type of cases (less material, less protection ) but on the picture it looks like what you are looking for. It says it's aluminum so should be better it terms of durability, but I don't know if it won't reduce your signal strength a bit.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/red-front-l...036222?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item27c5030dbe

Wow, that's beautiful, especially in blue!
ebay.com/itm/blue-front-leather-case-battery-cover-For-Samsung-Galaxy-Note-GT-N7000-i9220-/180847009141?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item2a1b525d75
It doesn't look like PU leather, more like some kind of carbon/textile. That seems to be awesome!
Now I just have to think about if I take this one or the one suggested in the kick stand thread. Great!
Cheers,
Aryana
P.S.: I don't like big cases like silicone bumpers or bags or something like this. I just trust in my ability to handle my phone without letting it fall to the ground. That worked with other phones for years, so I take the risk.

Aryana90 said:
Now I just have to think about if I take this one or the one suggested in the kick stand thread.
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Yup, the one from Anymode looks really nice. But you will probably have to wait a few days or maybe weeks until it's available outside Korea (or you can try buy it from their website, I don't speak Korean so I can't help you with that). And it won't be cheap as I suppose it won't be less than $50-$60 without shipping.
UPDATE:
Here you go http://www.exportprive.com/en/galax...stand-folio-case-series-crocodile-black-.html
(I don't if the the seller is trustworthy, it's for you to decide)
But this case actually makes the phone a few millimeters thicker, so you should think again what's your priority. High quality looks or phone slimness.

Oh no, that's too expensive for me. Not bad at all, so my decission was easy!
I just ordered the Flipcover that you suggested for 20$. I hope I will receive it in May and give feedback after I got it!

Aryana90 said:
Oh no, that's too expensive for me. Not bad at all, so my decission was easy!
I just ordered the Flipcover that you suggested for 20$. I hope I will receive it in May and give feedback after I got it!
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I'm glad I was able to help you. Waiting for you review of the case

Aryana90 said:
Hi,
thanks for your answers!
Yes, these flip covers look good, but the original one has a must have feature for me: It replaces the battery cover so it doesn't make the phone thicker and keeps its great look and feel.
I suppose there's no battery cover replacement flip cover in good quality anywhere out there?
Cheers,
Aryana
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Yes there is. Check out Amazon uk. Samsung have a lizard leather flip case. Much stronger than original flip. I have had it for approaching a month now and no sign of wear. At it is thicker than original, it takes a little bit more pressing down on the back to secure it. But once it is on, it does the job of protection, looks stylish and professional. I have photos of it in the 'post your case' thread if u r interested

Holy moly, in my opinion that "lizard"-style leather is ugly!
Thanks for your answer, everybody who loves this leather style will love this case too! But that's nothing for my sense of style.
If they produced this flipcase with "normal smooth" leather...
Anyways, I'm waiting for my blue flip case from Hongkong which is already on its way to me. Hopefully that's good quality, than it's perfect for me.

Aryana90 said:
Holy moly, in my opinion that "lizard"-style leather is ugly!
Thanks for your answer, everybody who loves this leather style will love this case too! But that's nothing for my sense of style.
If they produced this flipcase with "normal smooth" leather...
Anyways, I'm waiting for my blue flip case from Hongkong which is already on its way to me. Hopefully that's good quality, than it's perfect for me.
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link please

fast_asleep said:
link please
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Sorry for the late reply, just saw your answer.
This is the one:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/blue-front-...009141?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item2a1b525d75
(available in some colors)
I can hardly wait!
squicky suggested it on the previous page, seems you have read this over.

Aryana90 said:
Sorry for the late reply, just saw your answer.
This is the one:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/blue-front-...009141?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item2a1b525d75
(available in some colors)
I can hardly wait!
squicky suggested it on the previous page, seems you have read this over.
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thanks

Wow, it just arrived. Unbelievable fast, I thought I would be very lucky if I get it next Friday.
My first thoughts are very positive: It fits perfect and feeld high quality.
The Flip gives a good protection, it's very strong. The battery cover is a bit thicker than the original one, so it protects the camera lense but doesn't make the phone bulky.
Two little disadvantages: It smells quite bad, but I believe in a week the stink is gone. And the back is very smooth, even a bit slippery. The plastic texture of the original had more grip, but it the aluminium looks simply great. So that's ok.
I'm very happy with it!

squicky said:
Now I just have to think about if I take this one or the one suggested in the kick stand thread.
Yup, the one from Anymode looks really nice. But you will probably have to wait a few days or maybe weeks until it's available outside Korea (or you can try buy it from their website, I don't speak Korean so I can't help you with that). And it won't be cheap as I suppose it won't be less than $50-$60 without shipping.
UPDATE:
Here you go (URL REMOVED)
(I don't if the the seller is trustworthy, it's for you to decide)
But this case actually makes the phone a few millimeters thicker, so you should think again what's your priority. High quality looks or phone slimness.
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Congrats on your case!
I am not sure if the seller is trust worthy either, but does anyone know if the
Anymode Case Galaxy Note Stand Folio Case Series from ExportPrive would work on the SGH-I717 or is it just for the International Note?
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Also Found it on Amzon for $85
Edit 2:
Ater some google-fu on the case and exportprive, I went ahead and ordered it. Apparently the case is made for the Japanese model of the Galaxy Note, so it does have the NFC antenna on the battery cover of the case (I have the SGH-i717) . The only foreseeable downfall I see is that it doesn't snap on properly, that would hurt. But for $63 including shipping, I say it is worth the risk considering I fell in love with the anymode case at&t sells, but thought it was to pricey for a brick&motor store to sell. Now I will get a kick stand plus earpiece cut out! Will update when I receive it.

"Genuine" Samsung flip cover
Hello Friends.
I intend on purchasing a genuine Samsung flip cover (white) for my Galaxy Note (ceramic white).
I had a look on Amazon UK and for illustrative purpose I have posted the link below.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Samsung-Fli...D4TM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1338410191&sr=8-1
The product is Samsung Flip Cover for Galaxy Note - Blue by Samsung. Considering it has by Samsung displayed on the link, is it safe to presume it is a genuine Samsung product?
I ask the above because the Samsung UK website does not have any cases/covers listed under the Accessories category.
http://www.samsung.com/uk/consumer/mobile-devices/mobile-phones/accessories

@Aryana90 do you mind posting some pics of the cover on your phone? Is it a replacement back cover, like the "genuine" cover?
The genuine cover (in YLNdroid's post) is a lovely fit, but probably isn't great for long term use, a lot of people complain that it wears out quickly. But it only adds about 1.5mm to the phone, so that's very attractive.
V

Yes, it is a replacement back cover. I think it adds not more to the phone than the original cover, but seems to be better quality. And looks amazing in blue!
I try to make some pictures this evening and will post it here.

vijay555 said:
The genuine cover (in YLNdroid's post) is a lovely fit, but probably isn't great for long term use, a lot of people complain that it wears out quickly.
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So is it inadvisable to purchase the "genuine" flip cover advertised on the Amazon UK link I mentioned in my previous post?
Aryana90 said:
Yes, it is a replacement back cover. I think it adds not more to the phone than the original cover, but seems to be better quality. And looks amazing in blue!
I try to make some pictures this evening and will post it here.
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Aryana90, is the said cover you purchased as good as the "genuine" one? Does it have Galaxy Note inscribed on the front and Samsung inscribed on the rear?
If so, where can I get one in white colour? I have a ceramic white Galaxy Note.
I apologise for sounding a bit too paranoid perhaps! With all due respect, I do not want a sub-standard case/cover for my Galaxy Note.

Swapped my back cover

So.. I haven't seen a thread about this yet, but I've seen few post about the back cover replacement through aliexpress. So I decided to order the white and sandpaper back cover and this is the result. The sandpaper one feels exactly like original one. There are some cosmetic differences though. The cyanogen branding is not on the back of these and NFC does not work. Also, the replacement back does not include the buttons, however they can carefully be removed and put on other backs.

Link Please?
USAN03 said:
So.. I haven't seen a thread about this yet, but I've seen few post about the back cover replacement through aliexpress. So I decided to order the white and sandpaper back cover and this is the result. The sandpaper one feels exactly like original one. There are some cosmetic differences though. The cyanogen branding is not on the back of these and NFC does not work. Also, the replacement back does not include the buttons, however they can carefully be removed and put on other backs.
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Hi, can I get a link for the replacement back please?

Most of the replacement covers from China do not come with the NFC sticker attached. I'd rather not get those.

USAN03 said:
So.. I haven't seen a thread about this yet, but I've seen few post about the back cover replacement through aliexpress. So I decided to order the white and sandpaper back cover and this is the result. The sandpaper one feels exactly like original one. There are some cosmetic differences though. The cyanogen branding is not on the back of these and NFC does not work. Also, the replacement back does not include the buttons, however they can carefully be removed and put on other backs.
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So the white back is a direct fit apart from the NFC and buttons. It doesn't need any modifications to make it fit, how is the fit?
Thanks

Does the white one fit onto the international OnePlus One? Could you please provide a link?

evil_pro said:
Does the white one fit onto the international OnePlus One? Could you please provide a link?
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It fits. Just search aliexpress. Just get the ones with reviews.

Just for clarification, the white one doesn't have a sandstone feel right??

Very nice, my Silk White back cover should arrive here any day. FYI, you can easily transfer the NFC sticker out of the old back cover into a new one. It just attached with some adhesive that can be loosened up with some heat and then be carefully removed without damaging the cover or the antenna itself.

USAN03 said:
So.. I haven't seen a thread about this yet, but I've seen few post about the back cover replacement through aliexpress. So I decided to order the white and sandpaper back cover and this is the result. The sandpaper one feels exactly like original one. There are some cosmetic differences though. The cyanogen branding is not on the back of these and NFC does not work. Also, the replacement back does not include the buttons, however they can carefully be removed and put on other backs.
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Hey, can you take several high quality photos of the 1+ logo? I would like to see the quality of the black within the white indent.

I have ordered a white back for mine and I'm going to get something like below done with it.
http://www.wickedcoatings.co.uk/carbon-dipping-gallery

flip cover

My OPO flip cover (original) is falling apart, and I am having a hard time finding a similar replacement. The few that I can find on Amazon or Aliexpress have wallet slots/pockets or the wrap-around strap, which seem to add unnecessary extra bulk. If anyone knows of a good replacement cover, I would appreciate your suggestion. Thanks!

I find myself in exactly the same situation. Best thing I've found so far is this case from mofi. The problem is that I think it doesn't have the magnet that the original case has for waking up the screen. If you have found some other alternative I would love to hear of it!
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/MOF...l-High-Quality-Side-Turn-Case/2034439302.html

CedArctic said:
I find myself in exactly the same situation. Best thing I've found so far is this case from mofi. The problem is that I think it doesn't have the magnet that the original case has for waking up the screen. If you have found some other alternative I would love to hear of it!
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/MOF...l-High-Quality-Side-Turn-Case/2034439302.html
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I have bought that case twice already, it has the magnet. It's a pretty good case, but I liked the original more. Unfortunately the only place where I could find the original is used from private sellers.

I have a new and original blue Oneplus One flip cover in the box. PM if interested.

CedArctic said:
I find myself in exactly the same situation. Best thing I've found so far is this case from mofi. The problem is that I think it doesn't have the magnet that the original case has for waking up the screen. If you have found some other alternative I would love to hear of it!
[see original post for external URL... I'm a new user so the system wouldn't let me re-post the link.]
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xRexMartinus said:
I have bought that case twice already, it has the magnet. It's a pretty good case, but I liked the original more. Unfortunately the only place where I could find the original is used from private sellers.
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Thanks to CedArctic for sharing the cover you found, and to sRexMartinus for your testimonial! I have not found better alternatives myself, only an eBay listing of an original cover which had already been sold. I think I will give this one a try.