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[Q] Best case for the Touchpad?

Does anyone have an opinion on the best case for the Touchpad? I was considering the i-Blazon leather case but wanted to see if anyone cared to weigh in. I tried to post a link to it but apparently I can't until I've posted 8 times. No worries, its the only brown i-Blazon case on google shopping.
Please avoid crap about how 'that case costs almost half of Touchpad'. We live in a world where good products generally cost real amounts of money. Getting the Touchpad for $100 was a STEAL. All of us know that. So... In keeping with the fact that most of us paid nowhere near what the Touchpad is worth... I just want a good case!
If you have thoughts on el cheapo cases, then awesome! I have two Touchpads, one external keyboard, and I'm throughly enjoying WebOS while waiting for Android.
Thank you in advance!

Imho Custom Fit Case is the best one but dam i cant find a way to buy it from Greece :S
edit: the iBlazon case for 20$ is pretty good deal, though are you sure it fits the HP Touchpad?

The link you references is for an ipad case, not the hp touchpad. There is one for the hp touchpad. On Amazon the title is "i-BLASON Executive Portfolio Brown Leather Case Cover Stand with Landscape / Portrait View for HP TouchPad 9.7-inch Tablet Computer". I can't post links yet...
To me, that seems like the absolute best case, but I haven't met another Touchpad user to compare cases with!

Ohh alright i didnt know they made one for Touchpad (though i still believe they just took the Ipad case and renamed it as touchpad case).
And the one you were referring to looks a lot like this one:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/HP-Touchpad...?pt=US_Tablet_Accessories&hash=item20bc367f2a
and its like 1/3 cheaper

The case you linked to is not real leather. The design is similar but the quality is not. Big difference between pleather (PU Leather in that ebay description) and real leather.

The i-blazon case looks to be totally covering up the bezel, except for the home button. That means you won't be able to use the swipe function to minimize windows or close the cards. A deal breaker for me. I'm using the official hp case and love it. I gotta find some kind of elastic strap to keep the "screen flap" from flapping around though.

You could have a look at what Oberon Design have to offer - their iPad 1 covers should fit fine because they use corner straps. I have one of their covers for my Kindle and have modified one of their small journals to accommodate my Sony 650. They are also extremely helpful so if you have any questions, send them an email.
The quality of the leather is simply amazing and it's really well made.
Now for a few words of caution
-Their stuff isn't cheap, particularly when ordering from outside the US with p&p , vat on import etc... (I get stuff delivered to a friend in the US who brings it over when he comes to London for a visit)
-It's made to order so allow up to a week between ordering and despatch
-The covers aren't light - remember, they're nice thick real leather
-The designs aren't going to be to everyone's taste, their stuff is *different* and *original* - the hint is in the name of the company, people who like to just stick with the herd are advised not to look!
www.oberondesign.com/iPad1.php
edit: there's more than 1 colour for each design, click on the pictures to see what's available
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Wow nice covers but i cant pay more for a cover than i paid for the device. That said again i have to comment the covers are preety nice.

I did say it wasn't cheap currently debating whether I should get one - they are so incredibly nice in real life, believe me. Every time I have the bad idea of looking at their site I want to buy something. On the plus side, there's fewer designs for the iPad covers than there are for the Kindle so it make choosing a little bit easier. It's also worth remembering that the covers will far outlive the devices so think about ways of modifying them for other uses later! I'm off on hols in a few days so if I have some left-over money when I get back I'll probably order one *sighs* ... I already have the Celtic hounds in black which is jaw-dropping, and the Medici in purple for my other toys. The only strap that looks like it will go over buttons on the TP is the top right one and this isn't a problem because it's the bungee. I'll probably send them an email and ask for the exact location of the straps as the TP is 2.8mm shorter than the iPad, width and thickness are so similar (0.3mm difference) that fit shouldn't be a problem
edit: I have emailed Oberon to ask about the fit, and also given them the relevant measurements. I'm hoping that they can try it if they have a Touchpad at hand (or if they can borrow one) and will update when I get a reply

tbqh, i have the official hp case that was being sold with the device, and i couldn't be happier it functions to protect the unit, and is a 2-stage stand, really an awesome buy in my opinion

I have the official case and whilst it's functional, I just find it incredibly bland . I'm also a bit annoyed with HP for not incorporating something in the design to keep it closed, surely they should have thought about that. I'm using a piece of elastic that I slip over the the case to keep the front flap shut when it's in a bag, not ideal but does the job.

http://store.griffintechnology.com/ipad/elan-folio
That's the case I went with. It's the Elan-folio from Griffin. Works great and holds everything just fine. It was meant for an ipad, but the touchpad fits just as good.

Picked this up from Wal-Mart for $30. It is designed for the iPad 2 but works damn good for the Touchpad. Available in 3 colors. The home button is clearly visible and functional, as is the volume and power.
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Incipio-Premium-Kickstand-for-iPad-2-Black/16645593
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sessiz said:
The i-blazon case looks to be totally covering up the bezel, except for the home button. That means you won't be able to use the swipe function to minimize windows or close the cards. A deal breaker for me. I'm using the official hp case and love it. I gotta find some kind of elastic strap to keep the "screen flap" from flapping around though.
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What are you talking about? You don't swipe on the bezel... How would covering the bezel affect anything?

Hotconductor said:
What are you talking about? You don't swipe on the bezel... How would covering the bezel affect anything?
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Try swiping up from the bottom bezel with a card open
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Jocelyn said:
Try swiping up from the bottom bezel with a card open
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If your mission was to blow my mind, mission accomplished! Any other neat tricks I didn't know? Now I need to rethink the leather case idea.....

Hotconductor said:
If your mission was to blow my mind, mission accomplished! Any other neat tricks I didn't know? Now I need to rethink the leather case idea.....
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I've grown so accustomed to (or fond of) the swipe to minimize/close function on the touch pad that I found myself trying to swipe an app closed on my android phone today. Must have swiped 6 times before I realized what I was doing.

Hi folks, I am noob and submit to all its greatness. I was blessed enough to pick up one of these touchpads from BB, and found a case at Compusa you might want to know about
www adesso com - look under the Ipad keyboard section
- I am too newb so I cannot post a link.
It was on sale at Compusa for $50 .
First thing is obvious, this was not made for the touchpad, its designed for an Ipad, and the case has a snug fit around the touchpad but has a bluetooth keyboard that I was able to pair with. The touch pad will fit in slide in pouch, but will not fully clasp. More on that in a second
The Bluetooth Keyboard. - In order to pair with this thing, you must
- turn on bluetooth on Keyb and touchpad
- search for keyboards in bluetooth prefs
- put in a key on the touchpad screen
I used `12345678"
- then type the same on the keyboard (NOTE* You will not see any prompts on the screen, just type "12345678" and press enter. ) This was how I got it to sync and have been able to repeat it . SYNC
The Keyboard is like one of those roll up silicone keyboards, and it has a magnetic backing that attaches to the case and keeps it in place pretty nicely. Under the Keyboard makes a nice little place to keep my official "HP ' cleaning rag.
Back to the case, so this thing has grown on me especially since the bluetooth keyboard works well. I am going to modify mine a little, by sewing in small pieces of elastic in certain places so that it has a little more room to expand. Overall, I think its worth testing out if theirs a retailer that sells it near by. I like it so far.

coffmad said:
tbqh, i have the official hp case that was being sold with the device, and i couldn't be happier it functions to protect the unit, and is a 2-stage stand, really an awesome buy in my opinion
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I agree with you in the official hp case. It fits really nicely and the two angles work perfectly. It is not leather but a kind of high density rubber with felt on any side that faces the touchpad.
The only complaint I have with the case is that it seems to get spots on the exterior. My daughter was wet and walked by me; a drop of water landed on the case and now there is a spot that will not come off.

I just got this in the mail today. Works well. I wanted a case that completely closed around the tp with a zipper.
http://www.amazon.com/Apple-Stand-Laugh-Vangoddy-Wrist/dp/B0043FODA6

iPad Case Works With Touchpad

So I was adventurous today, and decided to buy the original iPad case made by Apple to see if it works with the Touchpad. I know a lot of people have been wondering the same thing, and here's your answer: It does. The camera, bezel & home button are not blocked, and neither are all the other buttons.
*iPad 1 case, NOT iPad 2*
The case retails for $40 at Best Buy if you want to pick it up. Here's some pictures of it in action:
The case if you didn't know what it looks like:
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Closed with the TP in it:
Open with the TP in it:
Top view: (The headphone jack lines up perfectly, the power button is a little off but it still works fine)
Side view with the volume rocker:
Bottom Micro-USB slot:
Speakers: (They are covered up by the flap that holds the TP in, but simply sliding it out allows you to hear the full audio quality, even though it isn't that bad with it on)
It works great guys, and I would definitely recommend getting it.

LOL "propped-up mode" but anyways it looks like a good and solid buy
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mrmug said:
LOL "propped-up mode" but anyways it looks like a good and solid buy
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Lol I didn't know what else to say

It looks 'loose'? You can see the rounded outter edges of the TP in the rubber border? is that how the ipad fits too!?
I bought the Griffen rubber back and it fit the same way, very loose, and if you grabbed one of the sides the rubber would almost slide off. Not a good fit (if you ask me). I'm curious if this is just specific to the cases that have the tigher fit rubber back cover, or for all cases. I'm going to pickup the Targus Truss case for the ipad and see for myself.

tullywork said:
It looks 'loose'? You can see the rounded outter edges of the TP in the rubber border? is that how the ipad fits too!?
I bought the Griffen rubber back and it fit the same way, very loose, and if you grabbed one of the sides the rubber would almost slide off. Not a good fit (if you ask me). I'm curious if this is just specific to the cases that have the tigher fit rubber back cover, or for all cases. I'm going to pickup the Targus Truss case for the ipad and see for myself.
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I see what you are saying. It's actually not loose. Compared to the iPad, its corners have a larger curve, so it gives it that look but it fits just fine.

We need to start making video reviews....

NissanNick said:
We need to start making video reviews....
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I'll do it in the morning.

Just clarifying, this is iPad, not iPad2 yes?

Troute said:
Just clarifying, this is iPad, not iPad2 yes?
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That is correct.

Not to be a party pooper but whats the point?
If you have an old ipad case around then fair enough but otherwise doesn't the official HP case do the same thing but fit perfectly?

tullywork said:
It looks 'loose'? You can see the rounded outter edges of the TP in the rubber border? is that how the ipad fits too!?
I bought the Griffen rubber back and it fit the same way, very loose, and if you grabbed one of the sides the rubber would almost slide off. Not a good fit (if you ask me). I'm curious if this is just specific to the cases that have the tigher fit rubber back cover, or for all cases. I'm going to pickup the Targus Truss case for the ipad and see for myself.
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I tried using the Touchpad with the same (Apple stock) iPad case a few days ago. It does actually fit pretty securely - the gaps in the corners are a bit concerning as far as possibly letting debris into the case and scratching up the sides or back, but it did not feel like the Touchpad would fall out. For me at least, the "propped-up" mode was not very stable, at least compared to how it feels with an iPad 1 in the same case. For now, I am using the Verizon Tecnocell case and do prefer that to this one. Many Target stores have this case on clearance for $9.99 btw.
I looked at the Targus Truss, and it seems to be a quality case, though it adds a great deal of bulk to the Touchpad and is very heavy for its purpose (the case by itself is just under 1 pound). Also, the speakers are covered by the tray (for lack of a better word) that secures the Touchpad/iPad in place. The Touchpad-specific model had two speaker cutouts in that tray.

thanks for the info on the targus truss/ipad case, I did look at it at staples over the weekend, but didn't pick it up because it wad the black/teal blue one....the speakers being covered is definitely a deal breaker, guess I'll just wait for another better solution, or unit the price comes down.

welshbloke70 said:
Not to be a party pooper but whats the point?
If you have an old ipad case around then fair enough but otherwise doesn't the official HP case do the same thing but fit perfectly?
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iPad cases are much, much easier to find than Touchpad cases. The Apple logo on the outside cracks my ass up. I might pick one up just for that. Apple logo on the outside, Touchpad on the inside. Makes me lol.

welshbloke70 said:
Not to be a party pooper but whats the point?
If you have an old ipad case around then fair enough but otherwise doesn't the official HP case do the same thing but fit perfectly?
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Not everyone can get their hands on an official touchpad case, due to country/region. for example, if i have to order one, i will have to pay around 70$

I don't have to order one and they're still $70. That's how much Best Buy was selling them for a week ago. I tried to explain how it's ridiculous to pay $70 for a case that goes on a $99 device. The sales guy stared at me blankly like I was trying to explain unified field theory or something. It did not register at all.

A. Nonymous said:
iPad cases are much, much easier to find than Touchpad cases. The Apple logo on the outside cracks my ass up. I might pick one up just for that. Apple logo on the outside, Touchpad on the inside. Makes me lol.
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Varemenos said:
Not everyone can get their hands on an official touchpad case, due to country/region. for example, if i have to order one, i will have to pay around 70$
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Fair enough, didnt realise they were that rare.
Seem to be quite a few on ebay though.
Hopefully lots will turn up for sale soon as they are very good (apart from the lack of anything to keep them closed. I'm seriously thinking of adding some black elastic to mine.).

Sorry for not getting the video review done yet, I started, then my camera died and I can't find the charger. :/

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FbHGqujieaE here is review I made of my Acase for touchpad I found on amazon.com

I just received a casecrown folio from Senyx on Amazon and it was made for the 1st gen iPad. The dimensions were so close I thought it would be "good enough."
I was wrong.
Apparently the TP is just a little thicker than the iPad so the rubber/silicone grommet-thingy that the tablet squeezes into is really straining to reach up the sides and it looks pretty crappy.
The corners were not bad and it was a soft material so you could work all the hardware buttons. You could close the folio and the folding cover/stand thing worked but you could clearly tell it just wasn't right.
Damn shame too because it looked great (faux reptile) and was dirt cheap.
I gave it to an employee who has the older iPad. No biggie, it was $5 total.
Now I am anxiously awaiting the case from xjarl from the other case review thread.

HP TouchPad OEM Case on Amazon is $25 shipped:
http://www.amazon.com/HP-TouchPad-Custom-Fit-Case/dp/B0055QYJKG/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top

Seidio Case Review for Skyrocket

I have been using Seidio cases for multiple generations of phones now going way back to the original Blackberry Pearl. I have given a few other styles a shot at times but I keep finding myself coming back to the Seidio cases. They have always held up well and the fact that they have a combination holster that works specifically with their cases was a bonus.
I have to backtrack a little before I get into this review. Had it not been for a miniscule moment of innapropriate anger, I would not have a new phone in my possession. Had it not been for the Seidio case on that phone, I would not have been able to get into it for all my needed information. So, in a matter of seconds I had taken a full pitching arm swing with phone in hand and aimed at garage floor. In all fairness, I had worn that Atrix out to the point where it was on its last leg(maybe subconsciously I was yearning for a new phone). Anyway, I digress, the phone ended up with its screen shattered and the shell slightly bent(I hit the concrete directly on the corner). To the credit of the case, it never came off and the phone stayed on the whole time without rebooting. I put a piece of packing tape over the screen, so as not to get cut by the shards of glass poking out, and I was able to swipe up, down, left and right. However ugly the situation, if that case wasnt on there, the phone wouldnt have been accessible. Now some might argue that having another brands case that rhymes with "hotter fox" might have saved it completely, I find it incredibly uncomfortable to use a phone that becomes 3 times its size because of a case. Nuff said.
I ended up replacing the Atrix with a new Skyrocket. This phone is downright awesome and puts the Atrix to shame in every department. However, we arent here for a phone review, so lets get on with it. I knew I wanted a case on the phone immediately so I picked up one of those slick rubberized cases(skin?) that stretches over the back of the phone and around the sides. This was a decent option but I am part of the 1% out there who wears their phone on their hip at work, I hate putting my phone in the pocket(unless Im wearing jeans). So, I needed a case that had a holster and thats where Seidio came in.
I looked through Seidios options and saw they had two types of cases for the phone and holsters that matched. Since this phone was pretty big, I wanted to stay with the slimmer type case that I had been used to in the past which was the "Surface" style. They also have an "Active" style which is apparently much more protective like the previously mentioned brand but more attractive. With this case I ordered it as a combo with the holster. One of my main concerns was how this phone would look on the hip, in a case, being how large it is in the first place. In retrospect, choosing a black case would have made the most sense for that argument. However, I chose the blue case because, well, I like blue, and I got the phone in white, so I figured I would nickname my phone the "Smurf".
A week or so later I received the package with the case and the holster. First thing I noticed was how absolutely cool the blue finish was on the case. It has almost a metallic hue to it yet is fully plastic. The feel of the case is as it has been in the past; not too grippy but not too slippery. It has a nice texture to it that lends itself to being able slide in and out of a pocket without pulling out lint but also not feeling like it will slide out of your hand when holding it.
I put the phone into the case and the pieces snapped together with authority. Take note, the first time you need to disconnect the two pieces will be a struggle. After that however, it will be an easy task. Just seems that the pieces need to get broken in for a bit before they come apart with ease. As I was holding the phone with the case on it, I noticed that it didnt feel that much bigger with it on. The case is really tight fitting and seems to just barely come off the "Surface" of the phone. There is enough protection above the front bezel though that you can place the phone face down and it wont touch the screen. The only thing that I wasnt too keen on was how deep the cut was to reach the power button. It seems to be at such an angle that you have to get your fingertip in there to press it right. Maybe over time that will change but at first it was an odd behavior.
Next up was wearing the phone to work on the holster. How did it go? Awesome! There is no denying that when you have a phone of this size on your hip, it does get noticed. There is no getting around the fact that nowadays, nobody wants a phone the size of the old V60, and because of that, you are hauling around a nice sized piece of web viewing real estate. I have to say though, I got tons of compliments on the case color. Everyone who saw it said they had never seen a color like that before, or as they held it in their hand, a case that looked so cool. The phone was light to begin with and the case did nothing to hurt that. The holster is very grippy but seems to disappear from the hip when the phone is in it. The weight distribution keeps the phone very close to the body and feels like its just there coming along for the ride. The holster is very sturdy and the phone clicks into it with a loud informative SNAP.
After about a week of wearing the phone daily to work in the holster and a few instances of slipping it into my jeans, I wholeheartedly recommend Seido cases yet again. After saving my old phone the way it did and the new materials they seem to be using, Seidio has a hit on their hands. With how well their manufacturing is and perfectly fit around the phone these cases are, theres really no reason to look anywhere else for something to protect your phone. Oh, and since my original rant, I have had no problems using the power key anymore.
And now the pics:
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Thanks for the helpful review. I enjoyed the back story as well.
I think if I do end up purchasing this phone, the Seidio case is the first I'll try.

Thanks for the review, man!

I can second a recommendation for this case.
To be honest I just found I enjoyed my phone a bit more without a case on it, admittedly having to be a bit more careful with it.
If I had any complaint about the case it would be that where the two pieces connect. I can see where that was going to potentially be an annoyance down the road.

I have one and it's to slick for me. I run my phone nekkid now. The case cured me of wanting a case.
my .02 worth.

I got one today and it seems pretty nice so far. As mentioned, it can be hard to get it apart (off the phone) to begin with until you can figure a method that works best. I already have a Seidio Active case and I like it alot, but it is a bit bulkier than the Surface case. I think I will like this one because it works in my phone side carry case that I use at work. The Active was to bulky to use so I had to change over to my Diztronics case during the week. With this case, I think I'll be able to use it in the side carry case as well as in the holster that I bought with it. Just for some information, it seems that the Active holster works as well as the Surface holster for carrying purposes while the Surface case is on the phone. The phone seems to fit into both of them just the same so you might want to save some money if you already have an Active holster.

Why in the heck is there no kickstand??
I LOVE this case and my friends are always bragging about theirs having an awesome kickstand so they can watch movies on their puny S2 screens... Can anyone explain why the big, bueatiful SkyRocket cant stand up like a rocket? A rocket needs a stand to fly!!! Come on guys! Show me how stupid I am and where to get a kickstand case

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I LOVE this case and my friends are always bragging about theirs having an awesome kickstand so they can watch movies on their puny S2 screens... Can anyone explain why the big, bueatiful SkyRocket cant stand up like a rocket? A rocket needs a stand to fly!!! Come on guys! Show me how stupid I am and where to get a kickstand case
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The "Active" case has a kickstand.

scott14719 said:
The "Active" case has a kickstand.
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Indeed it does. Ive been using it since i got my SR in February. I love it. Very sturdy and protective without adding much bulk.
Sent from low Earth orbit with my Skyrocket.

I had this case but, returned it. The bottom part was a tad loose and would shift a bit in my hand. Not much but, enough to notice each time and make me give a grunt of displeasure. Also, the headphone jack area was just not large enough for a couple of my connections( I aux jack into home stereo and car stereo). Finally, the openings around the rocker switches just felt wierd to me. Low on the backside and high on the front side. A friend of mine has an Elago case for his Note. But, that they don't make one for the Skyrocket. That is the style I am looking for. I'm picky I admit. I would rather go naked than uncomfortable.

This looks great. I wanted something slimmer than my Seidio Active case.
Thanks!

Looks good, gonna switch it up.
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Just fyi, if you have a Best Buy near you, Seidio sells under the brand name Platinum Cases and it's actually $10-15 cheaper for the combo set with the holster.
I've used seidio for a while too now and when I was searching for a case I found this out and saved myself a good amount of cash since I also didn't have to pay for delivery... Same construction, no problems. Although I think the only color they have is black... I did notice the bottom is a tiny bit loose but I ended up buying a ghost armor screen protector and since I was there ended up getting the full body so now the case fits like a glove.
Hyper, with ya on the 1% that like to carry phone in the holster...lol I even wear it with jeans altho shirts always cover it...lol

[Review] RooCase Slim Fit Folio Case

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First let me start this off with stating something very important. This case, while originally being marked for the TF700, is actually for the Prime. The seller, PC Micro Store is an awesome seller who stands behind their sales. When I contacted after purchasing letting them know the company says it won't fit, they immediately offered a refund and to send a return label. I said I'd wait until I got it and see how it fit and if it was usable.
So I got the case in today. It is titled "rooCASE Slim-Fit (Black) Folio Case Cover with Multi Adjustable Viewing Angles for ASUS Transformer Pad PRIME TF201" now after the change. The vendor shipped it incredibly fast, I got it 2 days ofter items shipped straight from Amazon, pretty good. It was packaged in a plain brown envelope via USPS. It cost $15 + $5 S/H, but seems price may have gone up a few bucks.
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Inside was no padding, but none is needed. It was a pretty clear package.
The case actually snapped in rather easily considering going into it the case was a bit small. I've had other cases that had to have alot more effort to put on. Because the case clips on the corner, it has a far sleeker "barely there" look and feel to it. The case is designed to cling onto 6 points as seen in the first photo. 4 of which are primary and two are secondary. The secondary are the ones made to pop on and off easily to facilitate in the converting to a stand. The primary are made to keep the case on. The secondary do not cling well, barely holding on. The only other fault I can find with the case after an afternoon/evening of using it is the closuire clip is a bit snug since the tablet is slightly bigger, but I'm confident that this will self remedy as it breaks in. The case has a hand strap that is very handy. It has 3 positions that give a good range of angles. All in all, I would be more then happy to pay $25-$35 without hesitation for this case assuming nothing comes up in the future. The thread is all the same color as the material (black and grey), flash makes it look white on black.
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I've been using this case for over a week or so and it has proven to be ideal. There is very little to find that would be a "complaint". The only thing that I have been inconvienced by is the location of the charge port, but this has nothing to do with the case and only the phone. One of the roto cases would fix this by having a second option to set up on a desk. This is a case and not a dock, so I cant place a bit of fault for this. The closure tabe was a bit (very!) tight at first but has since become easy to close with a pinch of two fingers. The case has broken in to fit as if it really was made for this device. I love it and highly recommend it. I have become a case junky over the years and never expect the first case I buy to fit properly or to be happy with it, especially when only a couple cases exsist and not even built specifically for this device. So I still find myself wanting to try other cases, but am happy till I find that "ohh gotta have!" case, perhaps a gumdrop or other non book like case, more of a survival case.

Nice review, nice pictures, nice tab...! Thanks.

Nice review, gives a good look. Thanks!
One very good point of your case: your camera's lens is free -- on the similarly priced leather case I bought before retail availability of the TF70, my lens is partly obscured and the upper leather frame piece is wobbly.
Oh well, at least I can ask a new case for my birthday......... in November.

Can I dock with this case on just put it over the dock ?

Its not likely.
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Thanks for the review, hoping to get mine soon!

Good looking case. A lot of the reviews on Amazon say that it is too small for the TF700.
Looks like there are now rooCASEs available for the TF700, but they don't appear to have the notches for adjustment. They must just depend on the friction to hold the angle in place. http://www.amazon.com/rooCASE-Multi...Viewing+Angles+for+ASUS+Transformer+Pad+TF700
Edit: Oh, looks like there are Velcro edges that keep the angle in place rather than ridges.
Edit2: Just ordered this TF700 version, the stylus, and the screen protectors. Will be here on Wednesday.

just ordered the tf700 and the roocase as well. will be here on Wednesday. I had not seen this review before ordering the roocase, but it looked pretty good on amazon. which, I guess, isnt saying much considering that most of the cases are very similar. I just wanted something specifically for the tf700 and not the prime. will report back when everything gets here.

Splaktar said:
Good looking case. A lot of the reviews on Amazon say that it is too small for the TF700.
Looks like there are now rooCASEs available for the TF700, but they don't appear to have the notches for adjustment. They must just depend on the friction to hold the angle in place. http://www.amazon.com/rooCASE-Multi...Viewing+Angles+for+ASUS+Transformer+Pad+TF700
Edit: Oh, looks like there are Velcro edges that keep the angle in place rather than ridges.
Edit2: Just ordered this TF700 version, the stylus, and the screen protectors. Will be here on Wednesday.
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That's certainly not the Slim Fit Folio Case Cover style, as reviewed in the OP.

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That's certainly not the Slim Fit Folio Case Cover style, as reviewed in the OP.
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Agreed, that's just another leather slip on case. It does however appear to rotate. That would be handy for those who like to charge it while propped open like on your desk.

Ok, I finally got the TF700T and the roocase http://goo.gl/8yN60 (not the same as in OP) and some roocase anti-glare screen protectors. I know, Gorilla glass 2 zomg...but I find the screen to be very reflective, so anti-glare screen protectors can't hurt.
First, the anti-glare screen protectors. Sure they are functional in their capacity, but was the worst screen protector I have ever had to apply. I have been applying screen protectors for more years than I care to remember to many devices of varying size. This is not the first time I have ever applied screen protectors to a tablet nor the first time I have applied static application screen protectors. Wow. What a chore. I have spent the last hour smoothing out bubbles that will not go away. Luckily none are on the actual screen area. There are still at least 5 bubbles the size of the front facing camera aperture around the bezel. Highly annoying and sure to set off anyone's OCD and make you want to stab people. I have another anti-glare and HD screen protector from the same pack that I can try to apply, but I am not sure it's worth the effort. I may just remove it entirely and deal with the glare. Also, while in the roocase, the bezel is not visible and neither are the bubbles...so maybe ill just leave it in the case forever?
Second, the case itself. My girlfriend got the similarly styled case from blurex http://www.amazon.com/Blurex-folio-...&qid=1344546550&sr=8-2&keywords=blurex+tf700t on the same order, so I will be using that as a comparison. The roocase seems to be lighter. I am not sure if this is factual, but in the hand, with the tablet inserted, it just seems lighter. The finish of the roocase seems to be nicer as well. The size is perfect. In fact, I would say ultra perfect if that makes sense. On her blurex case, the sides of the tablet are exposed and protrude ever-so-slightly past the edges of the case. On the roocase, they are well concealed within the folds of the case and well protected. I realize that the blurex is stated to be for the TF201, but the height/width dimensions are the exact same between the two tablets, with only the thickness being different.
Now, the biggest downside of the roocase. The accessibility of the charging port. Terrible, basically describes it. On the blurex, there is a slot cut out for the charging cable to be connected while closed as where on the roocase there is not. The "spine" of the case while closed is a solid spine. This, in my opinion is just silly. Maybe it wont matter to some people, but it certainly matters to me. Not being able to keep this thing plugged in while in the case (and the case closed) is a huge minus to me.
OK, time for the biggest plus. That would be the velcro mechanism used for standing it up. On most cases of this type, there are three grooves etched into the front cover that the tablet sits in while standing up so you only get 3 viewing angles. On the roocase, your options are unlimited. The velcro allows you to stand it up at any angle up to 90 degrees. Very clever design feature.
The tablet "housing" on the roocase is better than the blurex as well. The blurex is one of those cases that you "clip" the corners into, then to close you fold a clip over the exposed area at the top by the cameras. To be honest, I really do not like this design as I feel that it will eventually wear down on the corners and where the closure clip is. On the roocase, it slides into a sleeve and is protected around the entire bezel. A small flap at the base (where the charging port is) slides behind it with velcro to fasten. Very secure system and great design. There is a hole in the flap to allow the charging cord to connect, but again, while standing up...charging is a no go.
The only other glaring design flaw I see on the roocase is that the speaker is entirely covered unless standing up. While both cases have little holes placed over the speaker, on the roocase, the speaker is hidden entirely against the inside of the case unless standing up. This virtually mutes the sound to a quiet whisper. Even while standing the volume is very slight. So unless you plan on listening with headphones while in the case, dont plan on much sound.
The last thing that I see as somewhat of a flaw is that you cannot really fold this case over like a magazine. This may also seem petty to some, but one thing I actually like about the blurex is that you can open it like a book, then fold it over on itself so that you are actually holding it like a tablet again. This is impossible to do on the roocase cleanly. As the spine folds over there is about a 1" gap behind the tablet and the front cover. It adds a significant amount of bulk while holding it.
Finally, the closing mechanisms. The roocase is simply a magnet inside the front cover that keeps it closed. Again, the closing mechanism on the blurex is a plastic clip that clasps over the tablet itself. I see no good coming of this over the long term. I think that clasp will end up wearing grooves into the tablet. Sure, there is a slight concern about a magnet so close to the tablet, but I do not believe that this will introduce any long term effect to the tablet.
All in all, I like the roocase. There are, however, several trade-offs that may be hard to live with. I will test drive it for a week or two and see if I can get used to them or not before deciding whether or not to return it. One feature that I would have liked to seen added to this case is a rotating feature of some kind. Not the end of the world, but would have been nice.
TD;LR: The roocase is a good case, with several nice features. However, there are several design flaws that could be a deal breaker for some.
TD;LR 2: Avoid roocase screen protectors!!
Hope this helps someone.

henbone11 said:
Ok, I finally got the TF700T and the roocase and some roocase anti-glare screen protectors. I know, Gorilla glass 2 zomg...but I find the screen to be very reflective, so anti-glare screen protectors can't hurt.
First, the anti-glare screen protectors. Sure they are functional in their capacity, but was the worst screen protector I have ever had to apply. I have been applying screen protectors for more years than I care to remember to many devices of varying size. This is not the first time I have ever applied screen protectors to a tablet nor the first time I have applied static application screen protectors. Wow. What a chore. I have spent the last hour smoothing out bubbles that will not go away. Luckily none are on the actual screen area. There are still at least 5 bubbles the size of the front facing camera aperture around the bezel. Highly annoying and sure to set off anyone's OCD and make you want to stab people. I have another anti-glare and HD screen protector from the same pack that I can try to apply, but I am not sure it's worth the effort. I may just remove it entirely and deal with the glare. Also, while in the roocase, the bezel is not visible and neither are the bubbles...so maybe ill just leave it in the case forever?
Second, the case itself. My girlfriend got the similarly styled case from blurex http://www.amazon.com/Blurex-folio-...&qid=1344546550&sr=8-2&keywords=blurex+tf700t on the same order, so I will be using that as a comparison. The roocase seems to be lighter. I am not sure if this is factual, but in the hand, with the tablet inserted, it just seems lighter. The finish of the roocase seems to be nicer as well. The size is perfect. In fact, I would say ultra perfect if that makes sense. On her blurex case, the sides of the tablet are exposed and protrude ever-so-slightly past the edges of the case. On the roocase, they are well concealed within the folds of the case and well protected. I realize that the blurex is stated to be for the TF201, but the height/width dimensions are the exact same between the two tablets, with only the thickness being different.
Now, the biggest downside of the roocase. The accessibility of the charging port. Terrible, basically describes it. On the blurex, there is a slot cut out for the charging cable to be connected while closed as where on the roocase there is not. The "spine" of the case while closed is a solid spine. This, in my opinion is just silly. Maybe it wont matter to some people, but it certainly matters to me. Not being able to keep this thing plugged in while in the case (and the case closed) is a huge minus to me.
OK, time for the biggest plus. That would be the velcro mechanism used for standing it up. On most cases of this type, there are three grooves etched into the front cover that the tablet sits in while standing up so you only get 3 viewing angles. On the roocase, your options are unlimited. The velcro allows you to stand it up at any angle up to 90 degrees. Very clever design feature.
The tablet "housing" on the roocase is better than the blurex as well. The blurex is one of those cases that you "clip" the corners into, then to close you fold a clip over the exposed area at the top by the cameras. To be honest, I really do not like this design as I feel that it will eventually wear down on the corners and where the closure clip is. On the roocase, it slides into a sleeve and is protected around the entire bezel. A small flap at the base (where the charging port is) slides behind it with velcro to fasten. Very secure system and great design. There is a hole in the flap to allow the charging cord to connect, but again, while standing up...charging is a no go.
The only other glaring design flaw I see on the roocase is that the speaker is entirely covered unless standing up. While both cases have little holes placed over the speaker, on the roocase, the speaker is hidden entirely against the inside of the case unless standing up. This virtually mutes the sound to a quiet whisper. Even while standing the volume is very slight. So unless you plan on listening with headphones while in the case, dont plan on much sound.
The last thing that I see as somewhat of a flaw is that you cannot really fold this case over like a magazine. This may also seem petty to some, but one thing I actually like about the blurex is that you can open it like a book, then fold it over on itself so that you are actually holding it like a tablet again. This is impossible to do on the roocase cleanly. As the spine folds over there is about a 1" gap behind the tablet and the front cover. It adds a significant amount of bulk while holding it.
Finally, the closing mechanisms. The roocase is simply a magnet inside the front cover that keeps it closed. Again, the closing mechanism on the blurex is a plastic clip that clasps over the tablet itself. I see no good coming of this over the long term. I think that clasp will end up wearing grooves into the tablet. Sure, there is a slight concern about a magnet so close to the tablet, but I do not believe that this will introduce any long term effect to the tablet.
All in all, I like the roocase. There are, however, several trade-offs that may be hard to live with. I will test drive it for a week or two and see if I can get used to them or not before deciding whether or not to return it. One feature that I would have liked to seen added to this case is a rotating feature of some kind. Not the end of the world, but would have been nice.
TD;LR: The roocase is a good case, with several nice features. However, there are several design flaws that could be a deal breaker for some.
TD;LR 2: Avoid roocase screen protectors!!
Hope this helps someone.
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That is pretty accurate for what I've seen from mine too. No rotation is a minor issue. Only charging while the case is open is fairly minor. Not being able to fold the cover back on itself like a magazine is also another minor issue. Overall we're quite happy with it. The fit is just right. The sound already sucked on the TF700 and any case appears that it will make it worse. While the edges or the tablet are fairly well protected, the corners are still semi-exposed if you were to drop it and have it land on one. It is certainly more protection than the clip on type reviewed in the OP.
The case isn't perfect but I think that it is a very useful product and good quality for a low price. I did a lot of other searching and I haven't seen a quality case that handles all of these issues.
I haven't tried out the screen protectors, but now I'm afraid...
I did try out the rooCASE stylus and it seemed to work pretty well (my first stylus). It has a soft tip which is nice and can be use pretty much like a finger. But I did find it to be a lot more accurate when drawing or writing. It fits well into the case's stylus holder. There was a slight lag with drawing/painting on the screen after I did something, but I'm guessing that it pretty normal and likely dependent upon the program (neither I tried was tablet optimized).

Upon further inspection, I actually meant to order this http://goo.gl/1xSNI. I think my girlfriend is unhappy with the blurex case she got, so maybe I can Jedi Mind Trick her into keeping the roocase I bought and return hers so that I can order the Dual Axis case.
"Detachable Inner Sleeve for Handheld Operation" That would be the only real reason to be honest. It appears to be identical other than that.

I appreciate your review, but I do believe you got a roo case that is completely different from what I reviewed. My is the folio "clip on" the holds on with tabs and is not inserted into a leather sleave like enclosure. If you knew this and was just adding info on your Roo case, then disregard, I just wanted to make sure that you and others understaood these were different cases as there is no velcro or charging plug issues on mine.

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I appreciate your review, but I do believe you got a roo case that is completely different from what I reviewed. My is the folio "clip on" the holds on with tabs and is not inserted into a leather sleave like enclosure. If you knew this and was just adding info on your Roo case, then disregard, I just wanted to make sure that you and others understaood these were different cases as there is no velcro or charging plug issues on mine.
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Chief Geek said:
I appreciate your review, but I do believe you got a roo case that is completely different from what I reviewed. My is the folio "clip on" the holds on with tabs and is not inserted into a leather sleave like enclosure. If you knew this and was just adding info on your Roo case, then disregard, I just wanted to make sure that you and others understaood these were different cases as there is no velcro or charging plug issues on mine.
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correct. I didnt realize it at first, but after my post I looked at your pics again and it hit me. sorry to complicate your thread. I edited my post, but I can delete it if you like.

henbone11 said:
correct. I didnt realize it at first, but after my post I looked at your pics again and it hit me. sorry to complicate your thread. I edited my post, but I can delete it if you like.
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Oh nooo, I don't care at all. You can post pictures of clowns and unicorns for all I care, I just wanted to point it out so that others didn't confuse the two cases. Mine has yet to have any real down sides and yours had the issue of plug cover and velcro or something like that.

thanks for the great review.
this is the only style of case i use for all my tablets from 7" to 10.1" and ipads to android. and this is the only one i've for the infinity that has the crease on both sides to give more position options like my ipad and gt 8.9 cases. the acase i got for my 10.1 didn't have the crease on the back side for the slight angle prop.

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**Edit** Follow Up Added
First let me start this off with stating something very important. This case, while originally being marked for the TF700, is actually for the Prime. The seller, PC Micro Store is an awesome seller who stands behind their sales. When I contacted after purchasing letting them know the company says it won't fit, they immediately offered a refund and to send a return label. I said I'd wait until I got it and see how it fit and if it was usable.
So I got the case in today. It is titled "rooCASE Slim-Fit (Black) Folio Case Cover with Multi Adjustable Viewing Angles for ASUS Transformer Pad PRIME TF201" now after the change.
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My exact same Roocase Slim-Fit Folio Case Cover for the TF201 just arrived from Amazon. It is a perfect fit for the TF700T right out of the package. Definitely good protection without being too bulky! Thanks for the tip on this!!

Nice fitting belt-holster?

Anybody have a suggestion for a nice-fitting leather belt holster for the N4? I want to avoid buying something on Amazon that is either too large or too small.

See my earlier post on a case that I bought from Amazon. I'm very happy with it.

wmm said:
See my earlier post on a case that I bought from Amazon. I'm very happy with it.
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2 questions if you don't mind---reviews indicated that the clip fails easily and that the case is bulky, can you comment on either of those?

I've only had it for a week so I can't say anything about its durability; seems solid enough initially, and I don't see any indication of incipient failure so far. (Besides, for $5, if it falls apart after six months, I figure I will have gotten my money's worth! )
As for the size, it's no bigger -- in relation to the phone -- than any other case of its type. I.e., it's about 1 cm longer than the phone and maybe 3 mm wider. It is, of course, a good deal thicker than the phone, since you have three layers of case -- back, front, and flap, each of which adds a couple of mm; maybe that's what that reviewer was referring to? Anyhow, I certainly don't find it to be unreasonably bulky, and I don't see how it could be much smaller and still fit and protect the phone.

wmm said:
I've only had it for a week so I can't say anything about its durability; seems solid enough initially, and I don't see any indication of incipient failure so far. (Besides, for $5, if it falls apart after six months, I figure I will have gotten my money's worth! )
As for the size, it's no bigger -- in relation to the phone -- than any other case of its type. I.e., it's about 1 cm longer than the phone and maybe 3 mm wider. It is, of course, a good deal thicker than the phone, since you have three layers of case -- back, front, and flap, each of which adds a couple of mm; maybe that's what that reviewer was referring to? Anyhow, I certainly don't find it to be unreasonably bulky, and I don't see how it could be much smaller and still fit and protect the phone.
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Thanks, ordered.

This is what I got. I had something like this for an iPhone for 3 years and it still has a lot of life left in it. I think it should fit the phone even with a slim Rearth Ringke case.
I too must use a holster type case, I don't like carrying the phone in my pocket.

hfuizo said:
Thanks, ordered.
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That holster is great for about 6 months, but then it starts to break down. Its a generic holster that has been sold forever. I used it with my Galaxy Nexus for months and with my previous phone for about a year before that. The elastic tore away from the leather on one side after 6ish months which I sewed back together terribly and the leather began to peal a little bit around the edges.
That said, I have never had a holster do much better than this. 6 months seems to be the limit for me before it starts really going downhill. This holster was great during its functional life. And its certainly cheap enough to just buy 2 a year.
Edit: Oh yea, the most annoying thing by FAR about this holster is that the magnets come loose in the flap, which at first just means 1 magnet sticks and its very loosely kept closed, but then after that other magnet slips there is nothing to really keep it closed before you shove a pin or knife through the leather to force the magnets back into proper position.
I know I sound harsh on this holster, but its not awful. Reading about it I just ordered another one from Hong Kong for $2.88. Will be here sometime next year probably.

Seidio needs to come out with a spring-loaded holster. I have one for my Evo 3d (waiting on Nexus 4 shipment...) and it's been great. Easily one of the best investments I made for my phone - including the extended battery beast and case.

sirxdroid said:
This is what I got. I had something like this for an iPhone for 3 years and it still has a lot of life left in it. I think it should fit the phone even with a slim Rearth Ringke case.
I too must use a holster type case, I don't like carrying the phone in my pocket.
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Hmmm that looks nice, please report back and let us know how you like it.

imninsomniac said:
Seidio needs to come out with a spring-loaded holster. I have one for my Evo 3d (waiting on Nexus 4 shipment...) and it's been great. Easily one of the best investments I made for my phone - including the extended battery beast and case.
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Seidio IS coming out with spring-loaded holster for use with Active or Surface cases. They are all in production now, but links are up on their website.

sirxdroid said:
This is what I got. I had something like this for an iPhone for 3 years and it still has a lot of life left in it. I think it should fit the phone even with a slim Rearth Ringke case.
I too must use a holster type case, I don't like carrying the phone in my pocket.
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Got both the holster and the slim Rearth case. I like them both very much.
The Rearth is really slim and it seems very well made (made in Korea, not China, for a change). Not sure it adds any impact protection but that's fine, it will at least protect the back from scratches.
The holster seems decent too, well made, and it fits the phone well even with the slim Rearth case on the phone.
Overall I'm pretty happy with the combo. How's this for a mini-review?

Best One!
This Belt Holster Case looks awesome and genuine
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Looks ok. Those of us in the USA will have to wait for the Koreans or Chinese to make one, I guess.

yogeshmha said:
This Belt Holster Case looks awesome and genuine
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Personally I'm not a fan of that type of clip.

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Thanks, ordered.
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If anybody else is interested in this, I received the holster and I'd give it an "okay" rating. As the Amazon reviews warned it is a bit too big. I could probably fit two N4s in there side by side. I am looking in to a Ringke case as well so maybe by the time I add that on there won't be so much space inside. I may try the holster sirxdroid recommended.

hfuizo said:
If anybody else is interested in this, I received the holster and I'd give it an "okay" rating. As the Amazon reviews warned it is a bit too big. I could probably fit two N4s in there side by side. I am looking in to a Ringke case as well so maybe by the time I add that on there won't be so much space inside. I may try the holster sirxdroid recommended.
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Still happy with mine. It's a bit tight with the Ringke case, but not bad at all and it seems to "give" some so it will get better with use.

hfuizo said:
If anybody else is interested in this, I received the holster and I'd give it an "okay" rating. As the Amazon reviews warned it is a bit too big. I could probably fit two N4s in there side by side. I am looking in to a Ringke case as well so maybe by the time I add that on there won't be so much space inside. I may try the holster sirxdroid recommended.
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Hmm, I'm wondering if you got the same case I did; sometimes these generics have multiple suppliers and different lots can be variable. I definitely couldn't fit two N4s into my holster -- it's not a tight squeeze (I don't have to push the phone in), but the N4 is certainly not rattling around in it. Here's a photo of what my phone looks like inside the case. I think it's just about right for ease of access while not being overly roomy.

wmm said:
Hmm, I'm wondering if you got the same case I did; sometimes these generics have multiple suppliers and different lots can be variable. I definitely couldn't fit two N4s into my holster -- it's not a tight squeeze (I don't have to push the phone in), but the N4 is certainly not rattling around in it. Here's a photo of what my phone looks like inside the case. I think it's just about right for ease of access while not being overly roomy.
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Yeah I think mine is different than that, the stitching doesn't look the same and my phone isn't in there nearly as snug.
As a side note I also bought the holster recommended by sirxdroid. I like it much better, the fit is perfect.
However....
It has the most unfortunate side-effect of either unexpectedly rebooting or shutting down my phone. I don't know what causes this, if the buttons are somehow getting mashed just right or if maybe the magnet has an effect on the phone. So sadly this case is unusable and I'm now back to Big Bertha.

hfuizo said:
It has the most unfortunate side-effect of either unexpectedly rebooting or shutting down my phone. I don't know what causes this, if the buttons are somehow getting mashed just right or if maybe the magnet has an effect on the phone. So sadly this case is unusable and I'm now back to Big Bertha.
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That is strange, the case is not rebooting my N4, though the phone itself does reboot once in a while for me too but I suspect it's related to bluetooth use and it has nothing to do with the case. Not sure whether you use bluetooth or not, it may be worth keeping it completely off for a while and see if the phone still reboots.
I also have the Rearth case on my phone which makes the buttons a bit harder to press, so maybe that helps the holster not press on the phone buttons inadvertently.

this looks intersting
hfuizo said:
Anybody have a suggestion for a nice-fitting leather belt holster for the N4? I want to avoid buying something on Amazon that is either too large or too small.
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and the phones references in the desc, seem to make me thing t should the nexus ok
http://www.amazon.com/Evecase-Execu...8-5&keywords=Black+PU+leather+Belt+case+nexus