First impressions are positive! It fits the Moto G perfectly and like the official flip shell the back cover is MUCH thicker than stock. It has a nice "grippy" (is that a word?) feel across the back and a soft almost velvet interior against the screen. The flap seems tough enough but doesn't stay completely shut on it's own. There is a small magnet built into the front flap that will turn the screen on but you have to wait 5 seconds with the flap against the screen before it will work. I haven't been able to get it to turn the screen off yet... If anyone else who ordered one has any better luck please share!
The only things that screams "cheap" is the font on the exterior. On the front flap it says "MOTOROLA G" and there is the "M" on the back. The way it is printed looks out of place.
Over all I'm very happy with the $3.25 purchase. I wasn't expecting much and this meets my needs for now. I would like to have an official version but that's $30 I can't currently spend. I will try and keep this thread updated to how long it last. I'm concerned for the hinge of the front flap but time will tell.
UPDATE
I have used the case for about 4 days and it is holding up well. The front cover is starting to close on its own but the magnet isn't strong enough to keep it closed. So far the front flap is holding up well and the velvet like material doesn't gather lint from my pocket. All of the buttons and opening are easy to access. I tried to show it in a pic below but it didn't turn out to well. Trust me though it feels like you have a "stock" shell. I have made calls and closed the cover without issue I could hear and they could hear me. (I wasn't surprised but figured I would mention it) I have finally taken photos but my camera sucks so sorry about the quality... I'm planning on putting a design on the front to cover the text and I'll add a photo of that when finished.
Moto G Flip Shell Case $3.25!
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Original Post:
I found this on ebay and couldn't stop myself from ordering. The official version is 29.99 and this one is 3.25 figured worth a shot. Not sure if this has the magnet built into the cover though which is a major selling point for the official version. I sent a message to the seller but haven't heard back yet. I will update this post with some photos and a review once I get it! It's coming from Hong Kong so it will be about 1-2 weeks...
SMALL UPDATE:
They finally responded and said there isn't a magnet in the front cover. There is a bit of language barrier so I'm hoping he thought I meant one that wraps around, time will tell. No updates on shipping Estimated arrival time is late next week.
I have owned this case for just over a month and the strap has started coming apart. Magnet has already been lost too... I hope this case gets here soon!
What...I just ordered some no name chinese brand with a magnet (But doesn't wake/off) a few weeks ago. I wish this would've been available when I ordered mine since mine's more like a hard back case instead of a battery door replacement type flip cover.
Sigh.
I would love to see photos to those who order this though.
No shipping to Italy :/
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Please post an update when you get it, very interested in this.
Yeah keep us updated. These battery door replacement covers are pretty popular and I would love to see one.
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I found some magnetic stickers on amazon for $3.25, maybe you could put one of these on the flip shell and have it work like the official one.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005HY9QWW/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?qid=1395519518&sr=8-7&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70
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Kudos! Just ordered two.
Nice mini follow up, sounds like a good case. How about some photos? Lol
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Has someone already bought this flip case? It looks great, but I'm not sure if it's just a cover to put over the original back cover or remplace it totally like the Motorola Flip Shell.
Sorry i haven't read the update of the first post... :silly:
Where are the fonts "Motorola G" placed? I can't see it in the pics.
Should be possible painting it with a spray paint to cover those fonts?
American Graffiti said:
Has someone already bought this flip case? It looks great, but I'm not sure if it's just a cover to put over the original back cover or remplace it totally like the Motorola Flip Shell.
Sorry i haven't read the update of the first post... :silly:
Where are the fonts "Motorola G" placed? I can't see it in the pics.
Should be possible painting it with a spray paint to cover those fonts?
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The pics they have don't show any text on the case. As I mentioned in my update I'm planning on putting a design over the front cover. Don't think I'll do spray paint but a sharpie marker would do the trick. I'll share my results.
Wait, so there is a magnet on the front of the case? And it sort of does work?
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Wait, so there is a magnet on the front of the case? And it sort of does work?
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As odd as that sounds, yes. I run C-Rom and it works to turn the screen on (sometimes). I tried running CM11 but the screen won't turn on or off and I did try xposed framework.
I ordered the Nillkin flip case. Will report on it when it arrives.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nillkin-Fre...Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&var=&hash=item35d078d254
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I ordered the Nillkin flip case. Will report on it when it arrives.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nillkin-Fre...Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&var=&hash=item35d078d254
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Having a big ol' hole in the cover just seems to defeat the whole purpose of having a flip cover IMHO...
i've found this one in a brazilian shop
http://loja.novidi.com.br/loja/produto-11-12308-capa_flip_cover_i_e_para_motorola_moto_g_cor_preta
anyone knows how we can found it on ebay.. amazom.. aliexpress.. etc... ?
Mine came in. I have also used the official shell (My mom got one)
For $3.25, I'm happy, but the official Moto shell this ain't. There are NO magnets in the cover; the case flops around when closed and the screen will only turn on if I leave Gravity Screen running. The printing (MOTOROLA G on front and the M on the back) looks like it was printed on a dot matrix printer.
If you want to get a cheap case, or try a flip shell, this is fine. But you'll probably still want the official case.
Awesome! Just need to wait a little more for cheap grip shell!
davebyone said:
i've found this one in a brazilian shop
http://loja.novidi.com.br/loja/produto-11-12308-capa_flip_cover_i_e_para_motorola_moto_g_cor_preta
anyone knows how we can found it on ebay.. amazom.. aliexpress.. etc... ?
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Looks good but.. How the hell do they make the mistake of covering the notification led?
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yBrik said:
Mine came in. I have also used the official shell (My mom got one)
For $3.25, I'm happy, but the official Moto shell this ain't. There are NO magnets in the cover; the case flops around when closed and the screen will only turn on if I leave Gravity Screen running. The printing (MOTOROLA G on front and the M on the back) looks like it was printed on a dot matrix printer.
If you want to get a cheap case, or try a flip shell, this is fine. But you'll probably still want the official case.
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I agree completely on the dot matrix that is a much better description. I didn't think there were magnets but I couldn't explain the screen on sometimes. Didn't know about the Gravity Screen but makes sense. I do like this one for only $3.25 but I still REALLY want one of the officials.
What color of this and the official do you have?
artov said:
I ordered the Nillkin flip case. Will report on it when it arrives.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nillkin-Fre...Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&var=&hash=item35d078d254
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The cover arrived quite quickly from China (10 days after ordering).
First impression is that it doesn't give me a premium feel like the Nillkin hardcase cover does. Also this case is a bit thicker and it doesn't have tiny dots on the back to increase the grip feel.
The flipcover with its automatic function is working properly, which means that it wakes the phone when opening and puts it to sleep when closing. There is also a screen built into the flipcover, but it serves no fuction at all. When the cover gets closed, the screen is dark. When you receive a call, the screen doesn't lit on. When receiving a call and opening the cover, it doesn't answer automatically either.
I will stick to the hardcase from Nillkin and this one goes to my gf.
Related
A few weeks ago a member at XDA posted a link to the SGP-Store which sold some vinyl decals for the X10i. Their leather Skin Guard series catched my eye. However they were made for the Japanese X10 (hence the whole with DOCOMO in the back):
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I emailed the guys at SGP if they could make the skin guard without the "docomo hole" and they responded with: "if you comment during the order you want on without the docomo hole, then you'll receive one without the docomo hole". Thus I ordered two of the skin guards, one white for myself and one black for my father. Within a week the items arrived (from the USA to the Netherlands).
The Skin Guard is very easy to apply. Just make sure the holes at the camera and flash align with the decal, then align the SE logo on the bottom. With 3 points on a line aligned you really can't go wrong. There was a slight problem though. Because of the sharp curvature of the X10 the decal kept going loose at the edges. First I was frustated but then I rembered from putting decals on cars that heating it with a hairdryer could help. Luckely we can remove the backcover of the X10 so I could really get some heat in it. It was like a miracle, no more loose edges !
I'm really pleased with the end result. Yes it looks a bit like a Blackberry Bold. However remember the Blackberry has only a small portion of leather, where the Skin Guard almost covers the whole back. Furthermore this leather idea on electronics is much older than the Blackberry Bold. Some cameras in the eighties actually had this leather stuff on already.
The leather really makes the X10 a lot more grippy (which is more than welcome on the high gloss slippery white version). The vinyl is thin. However it's still noticable, I'll estimate it at a few papers thick. It doesn't cover the whole backcover, a very thin line across the border remains uncovered. This will help you if you get the vinyl on there not 100% straight. The vinyl is pretty durable and easy to clean. It also protects the back of the X10i. So now I don't have to be afraid of scratching that high-gloss back of my white X10i anymore.
Enough with the chitchat, time for some pictures:
As said, I'm really pleased with the end result. It looks great and I don't have to be so carefull with where a lay down my X10 anymore. To be honoust the skin does look better on the black phone, because there is less color difference between the black phone and the vinyl (black leather vs. flat black rubber) is less than between the white phone and the vinyl (white leather vs. high gloss white). The leather is a bit more white than the X10 is. Nevertheless it still looks pretty sweet
Looks very nice.. so it's not a replacement cover? You have to order the leather part and stick it onto the stock battery cover that we have on our phones?
If so, I would probably get another battery cover on ebay or something and then order this or something.
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Looks very nice.. so it's not a replacement cover? You have to order the leather part and stick it onto the stock battery cover that we have on our phones?
If so, I would probably get another battery cover on ebay or something and then order this or something.
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Yes it's just a sticker, like a screenprotector, but then a leather one. It won't leave any residue (I had to realign it a few times). So you can just paste it on your stock battery cover. Remember to comment that you don't want to have the DOCOMO hole when ordering!
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Yes it's just a sticker, like a screenprotector, but then a leather one. It won't leave any residue (I had to realign it a few times). So you can just paste it on your stock battery cover. Remember to comment that you don't want to have the DOCOMO hole when ordering!
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I was thinking that that Docomo hole will match your Xperia writing under the flash, doesn't it?
The leather looks nice! but i think if i'm going to order one i'll end up getting the carbon fiber one... looks deadly.
Yup just ordered mine! I'll post pics once i get it
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I was thinking that that Docomo hole will match your Xperia writing under the flash, doesn't it?
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It will match the Xperia writing indeed. However I doubt if the Xperia writing will be nicely centered in the hole.
Got on too, hope to get it really soon... but probably will take a while since I'm in Brazil....
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Yup, ordered one too but didn't mention to cut out the docomo since i ordered through amazon. I'll just cut out the docomo so i can see the sony ericson or something, might put a spare clear protector over just that area to make it a window. Will post pictures when I get it
I got one for a month or two now, its white and now its getting pretty dirty. Its a bit tattered now but I'll try to get some pics of it.
^ That looks HORRIBLE. It doesn't fit the back at all.
I just ordered one but it's for the actual x10, not the DOCOMO version:
Hopefully this one fits better then the above poster's.
Also, to the people who bought this, did you recieve the "Steinheil Crystal Screen Protector" with the product? It says it also ships one out with the package, and it's supposed to be the best screen protector you can buy.
I just received my Carbon skin in the mail today... without the DOCOMO hole lol... yes it does come with the Crystal Screen protector.. it put a huge smile on my face cause i didnt even know it was supposed to come with one
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I just received my Carbon skin in the mail today... without the DOCOMO hole lol... yes it does come with the Crystal Screen protector.. it put a huge smile on my face cause i didnt even know it was supposed to come with one
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Does it fit perfectly like the above picture?
Also, how long did it take to mail, and where do you live (general region) so I can get an idea of how long it will take to receive?
Funny story... i haven't been able to apply it yet because I lost the back of my phone that covers the battery due to dropping my phone on a balcony... battery cover popped off and fell 7 stories onto an overhang... ordered a new back so I'm just waiting on that to arrive... my phone almost fell along with it but it hung on by a thread... i live in Ontario Canada... took 2 weeks including weekends to get here... so approx 10 business days
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^ That looks HORRIBLE. It doesn't fit the back at all.
I just ordered one but it's for the actual x10, not the DOCOMO version:
Hopefully this one fits better then the above poster's.
Also, to the people who bought this, did you recieve the "Steinheil Crystal Screen Protector" with the product? It says it also ships one out with the package, and it's supposed to be the best screen protector you can buy.
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They didn't offer a real X10 version when I ordered it. Looks like they finally decided to correct their 'mistake'.
About how well the skin fits, the skin is actually a bit flexible. So just align the camera and flash hole, then pull it gently to align the lower SE 'orbit'.
Good luck!
The moment I get some cash I'm gunna get one... damn that looks nice,
How is it for scratches?
juke05 said:
Funny story... i haven't been able to apply it yet because I lost the back of my phone that covers the battery due to dropping my phone on a balcony... battery cover popped off and fell 7 stories onto an overhang... ordered a new back so I'm just waiting on that to arrive... my phone almost fell along with it but it hung on by a thread... i live in Ontario Canada... took 2 weeks including weekends to get here... so approx 10 business days
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Alright, I'm in Manitoba so I should get it around the same time it took to receive yours.
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I've ordered a new back cover and a carbon skin as well, after watching some of the vids on youtube that show it on different iDevices, I was sold.
Hopefully it gets here soon, I'll put some pics up when it does.
ordered one so hopefully won't be long till it's here
just got mine, it fits quite nicely... I didn't need to stretch it or anything, it's just a little smaller than the battery cover...
I'm sending the pictures of my phone with it, don't crucify me for the quality, I'm not the best photographer in the world...
also it was really easy to install, in the first attempt I got it right...
good luck with yours...
Happy owner of a "leatherized" x10...
Everyone,
Just want to share my newly just bought case for my LG G Pad 8.3 Black bought from Amazon for $39.99.
Overall design, it's a very slim profile case, nice feel to it, fit perfectly to the tablet. The smart on/off feature work perfectly, you have to enable Smart Cover in Accessories setting in order for it to work. As far as standing, it work as in the picture, but not a big fan of it, look like it's working fine on carpet, but I haven't try to stand it on a smooth surface yet. But I bought this case not for it standing feature, but it slim profile, and nicely looking with a "for LG G Pad" logo.
One thing doesn't like, when you close the cover, the flap does not have magnetic, so it's easily open not grabbing it on the right side... and not completely in plane to the tablet. But I still do like this cover a lot, it's a little bit costly, but it's does make your LG G Pad look pretty good.
Here is the link to the picture
https://plus.google.com/106112220349196613259/posts/ciGg2AZRsMb
Cám ơn for posting those pictures. That case DOES look really slick, even if the stand doesn't seem to work well. I'd like to see/hear from you how it works on a smooth surface.
Mark
I had a case like this on my Nexus 7 (2012) and the one thing I really do not like about them is that the cover does not stay closed as you mentioned. In my case I droped my Nexus the cover opened up Nexus fell screen down and shattered $200 in the trash. Since that happened to me I refuse to buy a case that does not have a Mechanical clasp on the cover of some sort. I'm actually thinking of moving to a pouch instead of a case.
Yeah, I had one like that on my Nexus 7 3G (2012). Chipped the edge metal part I was lucky that it didn't break the screen. I right away bought a cover that has an elastic strap that holds the cover closed.
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I had a case like this on my Nexus 7 (2012) and the one thing I really do not like about them is that the cover does not stay closed as you mentioned. In my case I dropped my Nexus the cover opened up Nexus fell screen down and shattered $200 in the trash. Since that happened to me I refuse to buy a case that does not have a Mechanical clasp on the cover of some sort. I'm actually thinking of moving to a pouch instead of a case.
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I'm wondering if I could get a thin magnet & just stick it in the case? I like the feedback on the case
Bascially, yes.
http://www.pocketables.com/2013/03/tutorial-how-to-add-magnets-to-an-ipad-back-cover-case-video.html
http://howto.cnet.com/8301-11310_39-57384152-285/how-to-turn-any-case-into-an-ipad-smart-cover/
And my thanks meter needs some love, in case you're interested.
Mark
Nice pics, thanks. But basically ;
- This case is labelled as premium and doesn't have magnets !
- This case is labelled as standing but it's not able to do it on all surfaces !!
I got this case with my G Pad as gift and I must say - this is very good one.
It could work as smart cover with no problem. But I need some tries before I found out how it works in stand position
Hey guys, here's a quick fix for the floppy / insecure cover on this case. I actually had this clip laying around from my old Kindle. It was sold/used to prevent the back cover from lifting from the kindle due to stress on the powered case connector. Bought it directly off Amazon way back but not sure it's available anymore. Below is the link to the direct website, but question if they are still making this due this being for the 2010 kindle model. In any case figured I'd post to give you guys some ideas. I actually find it works quite well as the clip easy slides off and I simply put in my pocket while I use the pad. Additionally it stays put and doesn't slide off. I shaked the pad a few time and it wouldn't move. Again figured I give you guys who bought this case some ideas.
Clip website
https://smak-dab.com/Home_Page_L1P1.php
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this case looks ok but to be honest i never get cases for my gadgets..i just dont like bulking them up. I prefer getting screen protectors as they're cheaper. You can pick a screen protector for your LG pad 8.3 for around $19 from GEARMAXX on ebay. I took a couple of pics of mine:
marcotony said:
this case looks ok but to be honest i never get cases for my gadgets..i just dont like bulking them up. I prefer getting screen protectors as they're cheaper. You can pick a screen protector for your LG pad 8.3 for around $19 from GEARMAXX on ebay. I took a couple of pics of mine:
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Would a screen protector provide any protection if you dropped the tablet or else dropped something on top of it? I think a case provides more protection in those situations.
I just got this case a few minutes ago at work. It's very nice. I like the look and feel, and it maintains the 8.3's lean form factor. I like it!
One drawback I noticed - this case messes up sound. Tablet itself has good sound quality, but with case it's "metallic", sometimes distorted.
It looks like case resonates.
Quick solution for it - put some paddnig around speakers and problem dissapears.
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One drawback I noticed - this case messes up sound. Tablet itself has good sound quality...
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Seriously ? Are you sure that you've got a G-Pad ?
The sound of this tab is HORRIBLE !
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Seriously ? Are you sure that you've got a G-Pad ?
The sound of this tab is HORRIBLE !
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Heh It seems I have very little expectations ;]
Compared to my previous tablet this one is better.
marcotony said:
this case looks ok but to be honest i never get cases for my gadgets..i just dont like bulking them up. I prefer getting screen protectors as they're cheaper. You can pick a screen protector for your LG pad 8.3 for around $19 from GEARMAXX on ebay. I took a couple of pics of mine:
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What's the application method? Wet or dry? I've already killed one screen with a wet-application protector, so I'm a little gun-shy right now.
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What's the application method? Wet or dry? I've already killed one screen with a wet-application protector, so I'm a little gun-shy right now.
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This is a dry method. I picked these up as well. They were ok. I had some adhesion issues on the edges. I just replaced it today with the Evecase version. There is a 4 pack available on Amazon for $9 shipped.
http://www.amazon.com/Evecase-Clear-Anti-Glare-Screen-Protector/dp/B00H3T71N0/ref=sr_1_64?ie=UTF8&qid=1387567413&sr=8-64&keywords=lg+g+pad+8.3
I put on the Anti-glare version and like it much better. I had the Clear from GearMaxx. Showed too many fingerprints. So far the Anti-glare is working out great.
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This is a dry method. I picked these up as well. They were ok. I had some adhesion issues on the edges. I just replaced it today with the Evecase version. There is a 4 pack available on Amazon for $9 shipped.
http://www.amazon.com/Evecase-Clear-Anti-Glare-Screen-Protector/dp/B00H3T71N0/ref=sr_1_64?ie=UTF8&qid=1387567413&sr=8-64&keywords=lg+g+pad+8.3
I put on the Anti-glare version and like it much better. I had the Clear from GearMaxx. Showed too many fingerprints. So far the Anti-glare is working out great.
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Good to know - I mainly get screen protectors for reducing fingerprints (I have oily fingers, so without a protector, my screen looks like garbage after a few hours of use), so the GearMaxx one wouldn't work for me. I'll give The Evecase ones a shot.
Is this case made from leather?
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Is this case made from leather?
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No. The part that holds the tablet is hard plastic. The cover is a textured plastic on the outside with a soft lining.
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Hi guys, I bought Pudini leather flip case, this one: aliexpress.com flip leather case cover (but not from aliexpress).
It seems like nobody have this case so I just want to share my opinions and photos.
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First impression (points 9 out of 10): This case came few hours ago and it's cheaper flip case (12€ app. $15.5) so I wasn't excepting anything outstanding but, when I touch it it was so good. It's fake leather, but feels good in hand and it doesn't attract dirt (and when it is dirty, it's easy to clean.. just light rub with finger or clothes). So first impression was great.
Pudini closed 1 | Pudini closed 2 | Pudini opened | Pudini back side
Build quality (8.5/10): Beautiful, really. everything is well made and cutted, it's not sewn so no strings around or so, it is looking really good.
Holes for 3.5mm jack, USB, mic (on top), loudspeaker, flashlight and camera is great but holes for front speaker is placed too high. Also holes for lock and volume button are way out... you can press them, but you need to place your finger almost on the back because buttons are too close to the case around front side and there's too much space on the back side (see photo: buttons).
Case doors and case details (8/10):
Case is great made. Fits perfect and Moto G doesn't felling out of case. When you want to pick up phone out of case, you need to be strong because it fits and holds so good and tough almost like official cover.
From top view, it looks like case doors doesn't fit, but they fit good. (photo top view)
Case doors are big disappointment for me. I was excepting magnet or little sucker that will suck on your screen, but nothing. Maybe there's another Pudini model for Moto G with "sucker" or magnet, but this doors was blank from inside (picture: Pudini inside doors) so the doors are not fully closed and you need to put your phone on table with the back facing up.
But in fact doors are opening 360° so when you arecalling or playing games they are not obstructing.
Final words
The case looks and feels really good, but there's some bugs that will take time for me to get over it. But I like this case and hope it will protect it for long
In the end, I think 25,5 points out of 30 is good isn't it?
Full album is here:
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2hipso said:
Hi guys, I bought Pudini leather flip case, this one: aliexpress.com flip leather case cover but not from aliexpress. I just want to know this things about that case:
how big is phone with this case
how well you can open/close the case doors
what about build quality.. do you recommend this item? does this case fit well, is phone moving in it? etc.
I ordered brown one btw.
thanks for your reactions, it's my first case ever, so I'm little nervous about investing my 15€ (student without job so every euro worth gold for me)
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IMO it will make the device bulky. Share your experiance when you get your order delivered.
Monsieur_Bond said:
IMO it will make the device bulky. Share your experiance when you get your order delivered.
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Updated. And it's not bulky at all...
case is adding:
2 milimeters on width,
2-3 milimeters height
and
with opened doors around 1-2 milimeters on depth, with closed doors around 5 milimeters on depth (because theres 2 milimeters space between doors and display)
Bad case
That case is rubish. I have been using it for two months, and the cover got peeled off. Also, it doesn't have magnet, so the cover is allways getting opened. I don't recommed this case
vocalico said:
That case is rubish. I have been using it for two months, and the cover got peeled off. Also, it doesn't have magnet, so the cover is allways getting opened. I don't recommed this case
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which color?
2hipso said:
which color?
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brown
vocalico said:
brown
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****, you tells me really soon but my seems better, not opening so wide (only about 1-2 centimeters) and color still looks good
2hipso said:
****, you tells me really soon but my seems better, not opening so wide (only about 1-2 centimeters) and color still looks good
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look at this
vocalico said:
look at this
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wtf happened?
2hipso said:
wtf happened?
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it's cause the normal use of the mobile. The first month I was happy with this case, but when it started to get deteriorated I got dissapointed. I paid 7$ for rubish
vocalico said:
it's cause the normal use of the mobile. The first month I was happy with this case, but when it started to get deteriorated I got dissapointed. I paid 7$ for rubish
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I paid more.. I think I will sell it ASAP thanks
I got mine shipped from China in a little over a week, so fairly quick (ordered via AliExpress). It fits, but it's a little more difficult to press the side buttons with the case on. Of course it's harder to press the buttons accidentally in a pocket too, so maybe that's the idea. The cover does fold over, but doesn't lie perfectly flat, at least not initially - the hinge might flex a bit more over time. The cover is fairly stiff and sits a few mm above the screen when closed, so it provides protection against rubbing and scratching. Mine has a black exterior, as ordered, but weirdly the interior is beige, which seems a bit off. It comes with 2 screen covers which seem to be about the right size (didn't bother trying them) and a couple small polishing cloths. Not sure I would bother using this case all the time, but for occasional protection - sure, why not.
Gel case - just popped up on Amazon - http://www.amazon.com/Xperia-Compac...615&sr=8-32&keywords="xperia+z3+compact"+case
Nillkin case (I generally love the textured feel of Nillkin) - http://www.amazon.com/IVSO-Compact-...718&sr=8-36&keywords="xperia+z3+compact"+case
Would be nice if possible to note if any cases listed here fit the Sony dock DK48 ok.
techguyone said:
Would be nice if possible to note if any cases listed here fit the Sony dock DK48 ok.
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Case-Mate has a tough case available soon that seems to compatible with the dock. Only downside is they didn't cover the charging-flap. Wich make it look weird and a lot of the side unprotected.
https://www.knaldeals.com/producten...te-tough-sony-xperia-z3-compact-black-1036225
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I made a request if there will be other docking-acceptable models and another tough-model that covers the flaps.
That would be ok if the uncovered flap bit, matched the bottom half, the magnetic charging is definitely accessible.
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The official Sony smart window view case will work with the dock when the front of the case is folded to the back. This is what I intend to buy.
Just received a batch of these (10 for $16) from a seller on aliexpress. They're from the same factory as the 'terrapin' cases made for the Z1C.
Very light plastic with rubber finish and holes in all the right places This was my fave case for the Z1C so glad they're making them for our new baby. Gonna keep a couple and the rest are going on fleabay :good:
Now I just need a phone to put inside it
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The official Sony smart window view case will work with the dock when the front of the case is folded to the back. This is what I intend to buy.
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From the pictures I've seen of the smart window covers, they have a cut out for the magnetic charging, you won't even need to fold it open to charge it in the dock.
I've managed to only find one video yet of the thing in action including, how you attach it. Sadly it's in Italian but you get the gist from the video.
It looks like the inside of the cover that attaches to the back of the phone is some sort of sticky? plastic that attaches to the glass back, rather than the usual plastic type tray that clips on, this does make it more form fitting, I don't know how secure or long lived it would be though. Take a look and see for yourself. (This is for the Z3 but the Z3c also has a version which will be the same, just smaller)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8jGEZMX43G0
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Case-Mate has a tough case available soon that seems to compatible with the dock. Only downside is they didn't cover the charging-flap. Wich make it look weird and a lot of the side unprotected.
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That's annoying. They've gone from one extreme to the other. I suspect a lot of people with the CM Tough for the Z1C, like myself, ended up cutting a gap for the magnetic charger.
TBH that's the only port I really need access to. I very rarely connect the device by USB and the SD and SIM both go in the phone when I get it and come out when I sell it.
Here's hoping for some well designed tough cases.
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From the pictures I've seen of the smart window covers, they have a cut out for the magnetic charging, you won't even need to fold it open to charge it in the dock.
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Yes, that makes more sense. I was going by the description given here - http://www.clove.co.uk/sony-xperia-z3-compact-scr26-style-up-cover
But now I've seen a description of the charger dock and it says the pins are compatible with our without a case, and the window case seems to be very thin material anyway.
geronimoid said:
Just received a batch of these (10 for $16) from a seller on aliexpress. They're from the same factory as the 'terrapin' cases made for the Z1C.
Very light plastic with rubber finish and holes in all the right places This was my fave case for the Z1C so glad they're making them for our new baby. Gonna keep a couple and the rest are going on fleabay :good:
Now I just need a phone to put inside it
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Have a link to your eBay listing? I wouldn't mind to get one of these. Obviously don't need 10 though.
showstopper03 said:
Have a link to your eBay listing? I wouldn't mind to get one of these. Obviously don't need 10 though.
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I see you're in the USofA. Considering the postage from my part of the world, you'd be better off ordering straight from here :good:
Anyone know where to get a Crystal case/clear hard case in reasonable time?
why would you guys cover this beauty with some ugly dress?. I like it naked
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why would you guys cover this beauty with some ugly dress?. I like it naked
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When your beauty gets a scratch or breaks don't blame Sony then but yourself..
Case Mate barely there is out:
https://www.gadgetwear.co.uk/case-m...r-sony-xperia-z3-compact-black?filter_name=z3
Seems dock-compatible!
But: same unprotected side as the tough edition.
Already a report on a shattered screen from a drop:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TIFgcCoWEZs
So casing seems the way to go. Already preordered the CM tough for convenience until another good case pops up.
cyphomatic said:
Case Mate barely there is out:
https://www.gadgetwear.co.uk/case-m...r-sony-xperia-z3-compact-black?filter_name=z3
Seems dock-compatible!
But: same unprotected side as the tough edition.
Already a report on a shattered screen from a drop:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TIFgcCoWEZs
So casing seems the way to go. Already preordered the CM tough for convenience until another good case pops up.
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Hopefully that guy will get a case next time. They are made for a reason.
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When your beauty gets a scratch or breaks don't blame Sony then but yourself..
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Hey.. was just kidding.. I will certainly have a cover for this phone considering that this is a phone I intend to use for at least the next 2-3 years. Been using my GS-II for the past three years with a cover and is still looking pretty good all because of the cover. But that said, seeing this beauty without the cover is a treat it in itself
Really waiting to see the official style cover from Sony for this phone similar to the one for Z3.
Received a hard shell case from eBay this morning, will protect sides but not much protection top and bottom, nice and thin. £1.95 on eBay delivered. I'll post some photos when I get the phone, maybe tomorrow.
I must admit, after seeing the video, and not having a glass phone before, I'll be looking for something that's probably Gel for bounce, non flip & definitely with a cut-out for docking port only. I've had a good look on Amazon/Ebay etc. but it's too early to tell as the phones not actually out yet. Hopefully the clove case will do for the interim until the pictures a bit clearer and thee's some user reviews on the various options. Definitely needs a case of some sort though that's beyond doubt.
Anyone found a flip case with auto wake feature for the oneplus 7 pro?
Too bad OnePlus does not provide this cover with launch ?
Not seen the OnePlus version anywhere although there are some flip cases around in both Amazon and eBay.. I'm also waiting for the OnePlus case though..
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Not seen the OnePlus version anywhere although there are some flip cases around in both Amazon and eBay.. I'm also waiting for the OnePlus case though..
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The ones I saw on Amazon and Ebay are without the auto wake magnet function, still not found a nice flip case....
I ordered this one - https://nillkin.org/smartphones-acc...s-7-pro-accessories/nillkin-oneplus-7-pro-qin. Don't know if it has a magnet but will tell here when I receive it if someone does not beat me to it.
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Taiffari said:
I ordered this one - https://nillkin.org/smartphones-acc...-7-pro-accessories/nillkin-oneplus-7-pro-qin. Don't know if it has a magnet but will tell here when I receive it if someone does not beat me to it.
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Thanx, not mentioned it on the site. I hope so
These look nice if a little on the expensive side.. I'd have sprung for one if there was some protection top and bottom. Still might.
https://www.stilgut.com/oneplus-7-pro-cases/
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In order to a do auto-wake the phone itself has to have a sensor for that magnet. The Galaxy phones have that, for example, but I didn't think the 7 pro has one. I'd love to be corrected if it does.
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Thanx, not mentioned it on the site. I hope so
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It did not have a magnet.
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It did not have a magnet.
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Thanx for the info
There are apps that will utilize the proximity sensor on your phone and turn the screen on when opening the case. I used the below app on my S8+ with my Otterbox Strada, it worked without any issues.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.luutinhit.smartscreenonoff
kip256 said:
There are apps that will utilize the proximity sensor on your phone and turn the screen on when opening the case. I used the below app on my S8+ with my Otterbox Strada, it worked without any issues.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.luutinhit.smartscreenonoff
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I know but I don't like that... Still waiting for a flip cover with auto wake..
Ordered this on ebay:
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_fr...+Leather+Card+Wallet+Slim+Case+Cover&_sacat=0
It looks similar to my OP6 flip case ordered directly from OnePlus that has auto wake/sleep.
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Ordered this on ebay:
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_fr...+Leather+Card+Wallet+Slim+Case+Cover&_sacat=0
It looks similar to my OP6 flip case ordered directly from OnePlus that has auto wake/sleep.
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Looks nice, hope it has the auto wake feature...
So I have 3 flip cases currently, ordered the 4th (the one that looks like the OEM flip case) that's going to be here next week.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Flip-Leath...0?pageci=baa7ced3-ad35-4521-be04-34ce47e05e52
https://www.ebay.com/itm/ViLi-DMX-S...680296?varId=522273371046&txnId=2247788086012
https://www.ebay.com/itm/NILLKIN-PU...861681?varId=472635728637&txnId=2013361230007
You can see them all in the attached jpg.
They each have their pros and cons, none of them are ideal (the Otterbox Strada is my ideal case, a tank that's lasted my old S7e the past 3 years) and NONE ARE SMART COVERS.
The far left in navy is the one on my device right now. Like the form, the color, and corner protection. The drawback is that I question how screen protector friendly it is, as the sides actually curl in PAST the factory-applied protector film. Don't know if the case will will fit with a TGSP installed. My guess is it won't, which is why I'm using it now.
The middle one has the most coverage along the sides, but it's thin compared to the case I just discussed. From my experience with its 6T counterpart, it's relatively durable so it will likely be my go-to when I apply a TGSP. Don't like the form (full-length spine where it folds, front cover is not merged into the back case) as much as the other two.
The one on the right is the Nillkin, a brand I've used since... my Nexus 6? Love the form factor, hate the durability. Expect the case to last for about 3 months before it's starts cracking, chipping, tearing. This one lasted 3 minutes -- one corner cracked when i put the phone in. WTF.
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So I have 3 flip cases currently, ordered the 4th (the one that looks like the OEM flip case) that's going to be here next week.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Flip-Leath...0?pageci=baa7ced3-ad35-4521-be04-34ce47e05e52
https://www.ebay.com/itm/ViLi-DMX-S...680296?varId=522273371046&txnId=2247788086012
https://www.ebay.com/itm/NILLKIN-PU...861681?varId=472635728637&txnId=2013361230007
You can see them all in the attached jpg.
They each have their pros and cons, none of them are ideal (the Otterbox Strada is my ideal case, a tank that's lasted my old S7e the past 3 years) and NONE ARE SMART COVERS.
The far left in navy is the one on my device right now. Like the form, the color, and corner protection. The drawback is that I question how screen protector friendly it is, as the sides actually curl in PAST the factory-applied protector film. Don't know if the case will will fit with a TGSP installed. My guess is it won't, which is why I'm using it now.
The middle one has the most coverage along the sides, but it's thin compared to the case I just discussed. From my experience with its 6T counterpart, it's relatively durable so it will likely be my go-to when I apply a TGSP. Don't like the form (full-length spine where it folds, front cover is not merged into the back case) as much as the other two.
The one on the right is the Nillkin, a brand I've used since... my Nexus 6? Love the form factor, hate the durability. Expect the case to last for about 3 months before it's starts cracking, chipping, tearing. This one lasted 3 minutes -- one corner cracked when i put the phone in. WTF.
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I'd be willing to pay Otterbox more money for a OP 7 Pro Strada case. Such a great case.
Brilliant review reaper000 thanks very much.
Dammit OnePlus get on with the official flip case.
I'm waiting for the Nillkin to be delivered. Oh no! Bad luck with that. Take your advice on the durability.
I actually prefer the full spine so that middle one might suit me. Prefer the complete cover on all sides too. My OP3 somehow got scuffed top and bottom in the official case. I don't seem to need the padding. Never considered the black but that looks ok.
Oh that damn kick stand fold.. Dino why do many cases have that. Hate it. Would try and glue the thing down.
Thanks again. [emoji106][emoji106]
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This one says it's smart wake/sleep:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Official-F...5T-6T-7/153444097176?var=&hash=item23b9fb1c98
Just received the Nilkin flip case in black.
Pleasantly surprised by the quality. Soft cloth inner. Hard plastic full protection holster for the phone. Accurate cut outs. Hard nylon backed combined fake leather back and cover that folds quite flat and out of the way.
Doesn't sleep or wake, although the proximity sensor does already deal with that so not an issue for me. No magnet at all to help the case stay closed.. this is a smart minimalist cover that sacrifices ruggedness.
9/10 from me
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Just received the Nilkin flip case in black.
Pleasantly surprised by the quality. Soft cloth inner. Hard plastic full protection holster for the phone. Accurate cut outs. Hard nylon backed combined fake leather back and cover that folds quite flat and out of the way.
Doesn't sleep or wake, although the proximity sensor does already deal with that so not an issue for me. No magnet at all to help the case stay closed.. this is a smart minimalist cover that sacrifices ruggedness.
9/10 from me
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Can you post a link ?
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This one says it's smart wake/sleep:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Official-F...5T-6T-7/153444097176?var=&hash=item23b9fb1c98
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It isn't mentioned on the site (maybe they removed it?).