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So it appears there are official keyboard and dock/charger options...but is it possible to use say a third party keyboard with the Touchpad? If so will any bluetooth keyboard work? Are there any other docks that work other then the HP one?

My Apple Bluetooth keyboard works without a hitch.
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What about sleeves and covers? Any place to get them super cheap yet?

Post Cheap HP Touchpad Accessories, Sleeves and Covers
Looking for cheap Accessories, Sleeves and Covers, so if you find some share with us as I am sure many people will be looking at getting some.

a question for people who have had them for some time, is a case or screen protector necessary? Does the screen scratch easily, or will I be fine without one? I never like to use cases, my evo and xoom were fine without one, but i keep hearing that the build quality of the touchpad is not that great so thinking about getting something to protect it.

jonhern said:
a question for people who have had them for some time, is a case or screen protector necessary? Does the screen scratch easily, or will I be fine without one? I never like to use cases, my evo and xoom were fine without one, but i keep hearing that the build quality of the touchpad is not that great so thinking about getting something to protect it.
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jonhern,
I would say a case is necessary just to make your tablet more portable. I would hate to put it in my backpack and mess up the screen because you don't have a case around it. I don't think the screen protector is necessary, but if you don't want a case it might come in handy. Just remember, you'll have a 10 inch piece of glass floating around that would be very easy to scratch.
Also, this isn't really a cheap case but it is very high quality:
http://www.buy.com/pr/product.aspx?sku=222943653
I have a version of this case for my nook color and love it. It's very sturdy, looks quite professional, and has a built in stand with multiple positions. It is worth the money!

y2kdread said:
jonhern,
I would say a case is necessary just to make your tablet more portable. I would hate to put it in my backpack and mess up the screen because you don't have a case around it. I don't think the screen protector is necessary, but if you don't want a case it might come in handy. Just remember, you'll have a 10 inch piece of glass floating around that would be very easy to scratch.
Also, this isn't really a cheap case but it is very high quality:
http://www.buy.com/pr/product.aspx?sku=222943653
I have a version of this case for my nook color and love it. It's very sturdy, looks quite professional, and has a built in stand with multiple positions. It is worth the money!
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Yeah, when i took my xoom anywhere i would just stick it into my leather folder legal pad. nothing ever happened to it. just worried about the build quality of the touch pad and if it would be more prone to scratches, on the shiny plastic body and glass. the xoom was metal and glass, so felt more sturdy.

seen a few on ebay around 15 to 30 dollars for synthetic leather...

$5 leather case from VZW meant for the iPad but should still fit
http://www.verizonwireless.com/b2c/...ogo&cm_ite=FatWallet.Com&cm_ite=FatWallet.Com
credits to FW
http://www.fatwallet.com/forums/hot-deals/1119829/

y2kdread said:
jonhern,
I would say a case is necessary just to make your tablet more portable. I would hate to put it in my backpack and mess up the screen because you don't have a case around it. I don't think the screen protector is necessary, but if you don't want a case it might come in handy. Just remember, you'll have a 10 inch piece of glass floating around that would be very easy to scratch.
Also, this isn't really a cheap case but it is very high quality:
http://www.buy.com/pr/product.aspx?sku=222943653
I have a version of this case for my nook color and love it. It's very sturdy, looks quite professional, and has a built in stand with multiple positions. It is worth the money!
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$50??? Kind of kills the deal - $50 case for a $99 tablet? The leather cases for $15 on ebay look ok.

Phillip Fry said:
What about sleeves and covers? Any place to get them super cheap yet?
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Haven't checked Amazon(yet), but I would think there maybe a few on there for cheap?

On the hunt for a TPU case for the TouchPad, or any iPad 1 TPU cases that have been confirmed fit the TouchPad. Thanks.

There you go. http://www.amazon.com/Acase-TouchPa...USOO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1314037391&sr=8-1
http://www.amazon.com/GTMax-Quality...45ZQ/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1314037495&sr=8-8
http://www.amazon.com/TouchPad-Leat...4R1U/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1314037391&sr=8-5

You need to be careful with the third party cases. Yes they may be cheap and look night, but they can hamper the tablets functionality.
I purchased the offical HP case off of amazon.
Why? Because it does not cover the bezel.
There is a swipe up function in webos that is suppose to be pretty neat, but typically (depending on your orentation) you swipe up from the bezel at the bottom to activate this feature. The feature actually only uses a pixel wide sensory area at the bottom of the screen...but people at precentral report difficulty activating this feature when the bezel is covered.
Hence why the touchpad case from hp does not cover the bezel.

People looking for info on buying a TouchPad and/or accessories should check out the action on SlickDeals.net. There are a bunch of recent threads on TouchPad totalling over 10 MILLION VIEWS!

Compatible $5 iPad 2 sleeve for HP TouchPad @ VZW
Several people on FatWallet have been reporting success with this iPad 2 sleeve from Verizon Wireless, currently for $5. Owners say the TouchPad fits just fine. Be forewarned though - VZW has a $35 restocking fee return policy, so if you buy, buy knowing you'll be keeping it if it doesn't work out for some reason. Not like you're out a lot, anyway.

supafastsupra2 said:
My Apple Bluetooth keyboard works without a hitch.
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How did you pair it?
I selected keyboard in Bluetooth and turned on my Apple Bluetooth keyboard and my touchpad could not see it.
Also anywhere to get another charger with the proper 5.3v 2amp at a reasonable price? You can't use just any USB charger because if it puts out only 5v it will take about 3 days to charge.

I just ordered a silicone cover for a ipad, I will post how it works out.

mr_malina said:
I just ordered a silicone cover for a ipad, I will post how it works out.
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I would be interested in hearing what make/model you ordered, and how well it fits the tablet. I'm looking for something to keep the fingerprints away .

Anyone ordering an iPad cover for use with the TouchPad needs to be sure to order a cover designed for the original iPad, not the iPad 2. The original iPad dimensions are extremely close to those of the TouchPad, but the iPad 2 is much thinner. The TouchPad will not fit in most cases designed for the iPad 2.

[Q] Otterbox Defender style case.

Has anyone found an otterbox defender style case for the touchpad? I read that otterbox said they currently don't have any plans to make a case for the touchpad.

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I am also looking for a case like this. I have the official HP case I bought from Best Buy but I feel as though if I WERE to drop it, the case would do very little.

Well the iPad 1 defender case would probably fit, anyone want to spend $90 to check??

Ebay for 20 shipped.... its worth a try...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-OTTERBO...?pt=US_Tablet_Accessories&hash=item231409499c
Of course you would need to dremel some holes to make the speakers and buttons work i would think... Also taking out to charge it on a touchstone would be a pain... But maybe still worth it! So whos going to buy it and try it?

So i found one new on ebay, made the guy an offer and got it for $10 with FREE shipping!! So i bought one for the hell of it, i will do a review and let you all know if it works out.

link to ebay item plz?

You can buy the iPad case on UK eBay for £21.99 but I'd be worried that it covers the bezel completely, hard to swipe.

HP TouchPad Case NEW In stock : shopping.hp.com/store/product/product_detail/FB343AA%2523AC3/1?jumpid=in_r329_personalization/browse1/home_PDP

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HP TouchPad Case NEW In stock : shopping.hp.com/store/product/product_detail/FB343AA%2523AC3/1?jumpid=in_r329_personalization/browse1/home_PDP
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I have the official HP case. I just think Otterbox does a better job in their ability to protect devices.

iPad case will not work
iPad gen 1 case does not fit. I have one for my sons iPad and tested it just to see.

a40dayflud818 said:
I have the official HP case. I just think Otterbox does a better job in their ability to protect devices.
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That was a spammer m8.
onesikpuppy, thanks for that, you saved me £22

Crap.. wish I would have know that before I spent 10.. but maybe with a little work I can make it fit... ill let you know...
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Troute said:
That was a spammer m8.
onesikpuppy, thanks for that, you saved me £22
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NP, that's why we're here

sorry guys I forgot to update this. I did get the otterbox and no it does not fit. The tp is to fat. I used a heat gun and after a lot of work got it to work, but I can tell its not worth it. It did not come out perfect and I would need one or two more to really get the process down right. If you where going to do it just to do it and you felt like spending the money on a few of them you could do it. I would post pics but I already got rid of it.

roocase for tp
I ordered a roocase, will update when it comes in.

cbogiages said:
I ordered a roocase, will update when it comes in.
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roocase fits like a glove. Zippercase keeps tp safe in a bag and pull out jacket is nice when just needing a drop protection.

There seems to be quite a lot of different roocases, which one did you get?

Yeah, pic or it didn't happen.

Sleeve for both 700 & Dock

I'm trying to find a good sleeve that accommodates both the 700 and the dock simultaneously. Had a great Poetic case for the 101 and bought a replacement for the 700, but for those times when I need to travel with both I figured a sleeve would be a smart option, but still haven't seen anything that definitively works. Prefer stretchy/micro-suede over leather. Any ideas?

BoogieNYC said:
I'm trying to find a good sleeve that accommodates both the 700 and the dock simultaneously. Had a great Poetic case for the 101 and bought a replacement for the 700, but for those times when I need to travel with both I figured a sleeve would be a smart option, but still haven't seen anything that definitively works. Prefer stretchy/micro-suede over leather. Any ideas?
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I have a neoprene netbook sleeve with no zipper stretch over top, work great for tf700 with or without dock.

gottahavit said:
I have a neoprene netbook sleeve with no zipper stretch over top, work great for tf700 with or without dock.
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I'm likely going to get one of them too, just not sure which one to get -- I think Neoprene is the best solution, just don't love the way an older netbook sleeve (neoprene) picks up dust in a briefbag. I have one for an Asus netbook so I should be good to go, but haven't even looked into brands (yet) -- which one do you have?

Mine's a kensington I got in a netbook starter kit with cheap mouse and desk lock. Mine has pull over flap at top that fits tight with or without dock an provides some padding for impact protection.

gottahavit said:
Mine's a kensington I got in a netbook starter kit with cheap mouse and desk lock. Mine has pull over flap at top that fits tight with or without dock an provides some padding for impact protection.
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I think mine's a Belkin, I've used it for the Netbook but I'm going to see how it rolls with my 101/keyboard combo, can't imagine the size will be that different that there will be a discrepancy -- if mine works I'll stick with it, I've used the keyboard really infrequently so I'm not too-too worried. But I'll keep an eye out, Kensington's definitely a possibility...
Thanks for the heads up...

Case + Touchstone Recommendation

Hi All,
I'm looking for recommendations for a Touchpad case that will work with a Touchstone. I've heard nothing but positive things about the Targus Truss case, except that it is too thick to work with the Touchstone. I've heard that the Poetic Slimbook case will work with the Touchstone. Anyone have one? Any comments?
Or do I just go with the genuine HP case, which I assume works with the Touchstone?

Any reasonably slim case will be ok as long as there's no metal in it. I have my TP in a tpu case inside a fairly hefty leatherette case and it charges fine on the touchstone.

I saw go with the genuine since it works with the touchstone and offers the best value by offering protection and flips to be a stand. It's also pretty slim.
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I have been using the Acase and it fits perfectly, looks great and charges fine with the Touchstone.
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i have the incipio and it works as well.

Using the HP case, love it.

I just got one from wall mart called m edge. It was actually one of the only few that fit. It let's you rotate 360° while still attached and folds to a stand. Only $30. And slim and simple
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I have the HP one.
It looks and feels good, its usable as a stand and works fine the the touckstone also. never tried another but i am very please with this one.

hummer010 said:
Hi All,
I'm looking for recommendations for a Touchpad case that will work with a Touchstone. I've heard nothing but positive things about the Targus Truss case, except that it is too thick to work with the Touchstone. I've heard that the Poetic Slimbook case will work with the Touchstone. Anyone have one? Any comments?
Or do I just go with the genuine HP case, which I assume works with the Touchstone?
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i would go with the Hp touchpad products.

haven't tried any cases with a touchstone yet but I do have the Original case and a pleather Chinese case thats horrible.
The original case is significantly better. till the areas near the volume and charge port stretch out for no apparent reason. Seems to be a common defect for it though.

I have the stock folio cases on mine. They work fine with the touchstone dock. Though the flap on the cover eventually sags.

Why the touchstone is still expensive....

flyboy002 said:
Why the touchstone is still expensive....
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Where do you even find one?

pekcle said:
Where do you even find one?
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(gonna have to dust this post off ...)
Resurrecting it only because this bloody fantastic tablet is still popular.
I use the touchstone with the Targus, the OEM case from HP and TPU cases I pickup years ago. No problems.
I wish that I could still find the TPU type cases...
Touchstones are still around on FleaBay for $20 on up and there's some $$$$ ones on Amazon also.
_D.

case decisions

Hey all
I've looked at so many cases online and am still confused. I am hoping someone here can advise me.
I'm looking for a case that can function with the tablet only and with the keyboard dock. I don't want to have to carry the dock seperately but also don't want to be limited to using the keyboard continuously or battle to clip it on and off.
Second problem is that this is our main entertainment device when travelling. As in, we watch movies off it. I see nearly all the cases cover the back speaker. Are there any that don't cover the speaker that can do the keyboard dock, or does covering the speaker not effect it too much?
Thanks for any advice.
Cheers
Alan

Well there are holes in the back of the caseen Designo Perfecto for the speakers. I works with the dock as well. I've been using mine for about half a month now.

See my post http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=36285535
Time to look at cases for our infinity. and the replies after it as well.
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Firebrazer said:
Well there are holes in the back of the caseen Designo Perfecto for the speakers. I works with the dock as well. I've been using mine for about half a month now.
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I can confirm that the caseen Designo Perfecto case has the perfect design. All the holes are in the right place.

Thanks for that. I will look at that post.
Is there a large difference in quality between the caseen and others for half the price (e.g. Poetic FlexBook 2in1 or Igadgitz portfolio pu)?

Can't say, tbh, since I have no experience with any of the other cases. There are, however, people who have bought them and reported back in the thread linked above.

alanb1976 said:
Thanks for that. I will look at that post.
Is there a large difference in quality between the caseen and others for half the price (e.g. Poetic FlexBook 2in1 or Igadgitz portfolio pu)?
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The Caseen case is great quality. I got the black tan plaid one a while back (only for the TF700, not the dock but build quality should be the same)
http://www.caseen.com/assets/images/cs-2tf700-1.jpg
It looks and feels amazing compared to other cases like Poetic (not saying they are bad, I like them as well).
One issue I had with the Caseen case however was that it wasnt a very snug fit. The TF700 would rock back and forth a bit inside the case. I might just be spoiled because I have a perfect fitting Acase case for my old TF201 that fits perfectly on the TF700 as well. Maybe I got a bad build of the Caseen case, I don't know I only ordered one :/
So the only reason I'm not using the Caseen case is because my TF201 case is a perfect fit. Aesthetically wise its not as nice as the Caseen however. I lent the Caseen to a friend and he loves it.

This is the best case I could find. When opening, just pinch the keyboard for the first week or so and the leather softens up to where the elastic tabs always hold the keyboard in place. The tab is easy to remove.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008O2DT5E/ref=oh_details_o05_s00_i00

THANK YOU! For all the positive comments on the caseen PERFECTO case for the TF700. You guys really make my day when I read things like this on the XDA Forum. We've had a lot of success with the PERFECTO line, for good reason. For those wondering when stock will arrive (We sold out during Christmas) we will be restocking very soon at the end of month - early February. Colors and available waitlists can be done here: https://www.caseen.com/Transformer-Pad-Infinity-TF700-TF700T_c_49.html
Thanks Again from caseen!