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Im really liking the wake and sleep feature on the Galaxy Note 8. This is a nice feature found on the iPad Mini and the Kindle Fire HD tablets.
http://youtu.be/3A8rtSead0I
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3A8rtSead0I&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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Got the book cover case and really like the sleep and wake feature of it
To anyone who picked one up, how does it feel in terms of bulk? Also, when the cover is folded over, does it lay flush with the spine or does the flap stick out?
Juvenall said:
To anyone who picked one up, how does it feel in terms of bulk? Also, when the cover is folded over, does it lay flush with the spine or does the flap stick out?
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It is very thin, as thin as my nexus 4, and feels like a father compared to my original xoom
the cover is just like the s3 flip cover but it snaps on the back instead of replacing the battery cover
and it triggers auto on and off like the ipad smart cover
Caved in and picked up the cover on the way home today. Some initial thoughts:
1) The case adds no real bulk to the device itself. The backplate and the screen flap are both super thin, so even when folded over, it's doable for someone like me who hates cases.
2) Because its all so thin, however, it does feel sorta cheap. If this suffers from the same build issues I've read the S3 version has, I don't have high hopes that it's going to last long.
3) The screen on/off thing is awesome. The sensor part of this is actually along the spine, not the edge of the flap. Not a complaint, just an observation.
4) When folded over, there is a bit of a "lip" around the spine. I can't say I love this, but it doesn't really impact the way I hold the device.
5) The "stand" feature is alright and seems stable enough as long as you use it in the single position it was designed for. I do with it had a few more angle options.
Verdict? Meh. It's not a bad case, and I don't intend to return mine, but had I been given the opportunity to play with one before, I don't think I would have spent the extra $50. At half that price, it wouldn't change my opinion, but I'd be far less disappointed.
I have the book cover for my 8.0 and it is not very heavy, acts like a stand and turns the Note on and off when I open and close it. Very convenient. Got mine on Amazon for $5.99. Thought I would give it a try for that amount . So far very happy with it.
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I have the book cover for my 8.0 and it is not very heavy, acts like a stand and turns the Note on and off when I open and close it. Very convenient. Got mine on Amazon for $5.99. Thought I would give it a try for that amount . So far very happy with it.
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The only one I see on Amazon for that price is the IVSO version. What I hate about those cases is how you actually have to put the tablet inside and wraps around the front. The official book cover simply snaps onto the back of the Note 8.
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The only one I see on Amazon for that price is the IVSO version. What I hate about those cases is how you actually have to put the tablet inside and wraps around the front. The official book cover simply snaps onto the back of the Note 8.
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Here's what I bought:http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B4BEAM8/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Here's what I bought:http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B4BEAM8/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Ahh, right on. Same sort of issue for me with the case covering the bezel, but you should post up a quick review thread and a couple of pictures.
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Here's what I bought:http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B4BEAM8/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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I bought that same cover and also bought a similar one:
http://www.amazon.com/Dealgadgets-S...&qid=1366425979&sr=8-2&keywords=Galaxy+note+8
They both look essentially the same and add about the same bulk.
Major difference is that the Moko cover has auto wake, soft inside material, hand holder, and the pen holder doesn't interfere with IR. But it reeks! I mean it smells so bad I couldn't keep it in the same room with me. I left it outside overnight and it is still off gassing.
The Dealgadget cover has no weird smell. But also no wake function, no softer inside material, no hand holder. The pen holder is in a better location except if you plan to use the IR function. It is on the side of the tablet and I found it interferes with the IR.
So I ended up ordering the Samsung cover from this site. Since its coming from Hong Kong it will probably take a couple of weeks to get it. But I can't justify spending $50 for a cover. (Even though I probably will have spent close to $50 before I find one I like).
http://dx-box.com/catalogsearch/result/index/?cat=364&q=Galaxy+Note+8.0
I never purchased from this site before so I can't vouch for them yet.
I also have the upcoming Poetic case on order since its only $5. But it's not due to ship till May.
good one
hi budy go to your level best and may astonished to the forums:good:
When looking for some case reviews I stumbled over http://galaxynote8cases.com/ and they actually seem to have some good reviews. The only thing that is a real pain with the Note 8 is that it's tough to find any accessories for it.
I just got the white book case cover, its perfect for people who are careful with their electronics but like that extra layer to prevent scratches. Adds virtually zero weight.
tweak. said:
I just got the white book case cover, its perfect for people who are careful with their electronics but like that extra layer to prevent scratches. Adds virtually zero weight.
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Thats the big selling point for me here. The absolute lack of bulk on this is awesome. I only wish this had two more features:
1) A magnetic hold when the front flap is covering the screen.
2) Another magnetic hold for the flap when its folded over the back.
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There is a slight hold on the front side, as to not make it appear flimsy. When you flip it around back it "gives" a bit easier to fit snugly. Hard to explain, but clearly well designed.
Where are people buying this case, i cant find it anywhere.
The Book Cover Case is available in the US at local Best Buy, Staples and Office Depot. The only color is white, but the other colors will be available shortly.
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Where are people buying this case, i cant find it anywhere.
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got mine at best buy, it was the only one left in stock.
My Best Buy had black & white to choose from.
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My Best Buy had black & white to choose from.
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wish i could have gotten black. i have friends that have the white cover on their sIII's and they get very dirty here in egypt, but i had to get something and white was the only choice.
I had the chance to try out 2 different "Folio" type cases this week, and decided to do a review comparing them. Here are the competitors:
Samsung Galaxy Note 8 BookCover - $49.99
MiniSuit Classic Standing Case with HandStrap - $14.95
Both cases are generally good, but with weaknesses that would have been easily fixed with more forethought. To start off I will show a few pics comparing the general size and thickness of the two cases.
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Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 BookCover
Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0 BookCover
Samsung BookCover is the thinner of the two but also offers less protection. It was only available in white when I purchased is, but there should be other colors available shortly. The BookCover is easily removable, and cutouts allow for access to all ports, buttons, sensors, etc except for the MicroSD slot. There is what I assume to be a magnetic sensor towards the left side bezel of the device, because there is a “Sleep / Wake” feature with the BookCover which seems to work well to lock and unlock the device. Unfortunately there are no magnets that hold the cover closed against the front of the screen, or when flipped to the back to the device. Cover flap is a soft material that will do well protecting the screen, but will also most likely get dirty over time as I have seen with other covers of this type.
The smaller of the two angled views (around 30 degrees) works very well, and stays in place while navigating and typing on the device.
The more upright angled view is a pain to deal with. If you don’t have a perfectly flat surface, forget about using this one. Even when on a flat surface, the back kept wanting to kick out, as it seems the tablet isn’t heavy enough to hold it in place. They really should have developed a method for this view what would attach the folding flap to the body of the case, using a slot or magnets, because the current method does not work well at all.
Pros:
Light and Thin
Sleep / Wake function built in
Access to all ports and buttons
Easy to hold, comfortable feel
Cons:
Little protection from drops / spills
Angled views are difficult to maintain in active environment
No magnets or strap to keep flap closed over front of screen
No S Pen holder
MiniSuit Classic Stand Case with Handstrap for Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0
MiniSuit Classic Stand Case with Handstrap for Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0
I actually purchased the MiniSuite before the Note 8 was even available in the US, and it was at my door the day before the Note 8’s release (thank you Amazon Prime). I purchased the Navy Blue, but there are many other colors currently available. Overall it has been a good case, and has done an excellent job of protecting the device in a household that has 3 children under the age of 5. There are magnets to keep the flap closed on the front of the case, but there is no Sleep / Wake functionality with this case. I also like that they included an elastic band to hold the S-Pen. I personally like using the larger Samsung S-Pen that has the eraser function on the back, and it fits perfectly in the elastic loop. There is another elastic loop on the cover flap that allows you to insert your and when flipped around to the back, and hold the device more secure one-handed. I personally haven’t used this much, but I can definitely imagine some scenarios where this could come in handy. It is thicker than the Samsung option, but the added bulk doesn't make the device any more difficult to hold. The fake leather isn’t slippery and is somewhat soft to the touch.
The smaller of the two angled views isn’t as stable as the Samsung cover, but the more upright view is much better and stable. This is largely due to the fact that the cover slides into a slot that keeps it from moving. I have not had any issues with the device falling over while in this position, even when sitting on my bed with kids jumping around me.
Pros:
Magnets to keep flap closed over front of screen
Built in S-Pen holder
Access to all ports and buttons
Easy to hold, comfortable feel
Will hold up to drops / spills fairly well
Angled views are difficult to maintain in active environment
Cons:
Does add considerable bulk to the device
No Sleep / Wake function built in
Of the two cases, the MiniSuit will be staying on my device, and the Samsung BookCover is going back to Best Buy. I could have overlooked not having magnets to keep it closes, and no S-Pen holder, but not being able to watch movies while propped up unless sitting absolutely still killed any chance of me wanting to keep this accessory. The MiniSuit has been great up to this point, and I have found an application that mimics the “Sleep / Wake” function when the cover is used, so my main gripe has been satisfied. Plus the fact that this case is $35 less than the Samsung option, makes the decision a lot easier.
Feel free to ask any questions that I may not have covered above. Thanks.
Mr_Armageddon said:
MiniSuit Classic Stand Case with Handstrap for Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0
I have found an application that mimics the “Sleep / Wake” function when the cover is used, so my main gripe has been satisfied.
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Name of app?
elmwood said:
Name of app?
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CaseSensor for Tablets
So far its working very well with the Note 8, as long as its calibrated correctly.
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So being that not having a magnet to deliver the Sleep / Wake function is my biggest gripe against the MiniSuit, I am looking at a way to fix it.
After a bit of experimentation, I found the location that activates sleep / wake. I had originally assumed it was along the bezel, but turns out its behind the screen edge. The location is shown in the attached screen shot. Going to adhere a tiny magnet to the cover and see how it responds. Its below the level of the bezel covet, so shouldn't scratch the sceen at all (although I do use a screen protector just in case).
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The magnet install works great, and the Sleep / Wake function is dead on. Took about 5min to install the magnet, and the backing so the magnetic field didn't effect the device when the cover is folded around to the back. Also has no effect on the S-Pen, which is good to see.
Now the main negative of this case is no longer an issue.
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Thanks so much for this. I'll be getting my Miniskirt tomorrow. Where did you get that magnet?
watzone69 said:
Thanks so much for this. I'll be getting my Miniskirt tomorrow. Where did you get that magnet?
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At a local fabric / craft store for ¢79. :laugh:
Be careful ordering from this supplier (linked in above post)! Shipping takes forever even with their "airmail". I placed an order on the 18th, and just got shipping notification yesterday (11 days later), with a shipping number, but no way to track it (Hong Kong air mail tracking doesn't seem to recognize it). So I still have no clue to when it will arrive, or even if this is a legitimate business. I am willing to give them 10 more days before I raise the issue with my credit card company since shipping from China does have a tendency to take a couple of weeks or even more, so it's probably nothing to be concerned about, just slow mail.
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I have the original Samsung BookCover (green). Keeping it standing is difficult but you can have this http://www.amazon.com/Targus-Design...=1367327608&sr=8-1&keywords=targus+ipad+stand
Or if you have Note 2 (or S3 or S4) with extra battery charger, you can use the stand to hold it.
Thanks for the comparison. I want the Samsung model, but it seemed overpriced and I went with the MiniSuit. Its been pretty good, with three minor complaints.
Like you, I was disappointed it didn't do automatic turn-on/lock functions when the cover was opened or closed. Your magnet mod looks pretty simple, so I'm gonna give that a shot.
When folding the front cover to use it as a stand, the device is pretty unstable in either position. When vertical, a stiff breeze would knock this thing over face first.
The other thing that really chaps my hide is the orientation. When its laying prone but propped up, the home button is on the left side of the case. Its really a "me issue", but the tablet I've been using for the last few years was the opposite, and I find myself constantly reaching for the home button and only hitting the Samsung logo on top. A little annoying, but really no problem.
Not the last case I'll ever buy for this thing, but for $15 its great. I'd definitely recommend it, especially if you're waiting on an Otterbox or Trident solution. This'll keep your Note intact till the real protection comes out.
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Be careful ordering from this supplier (linked in above post)! Shipping takes forever even with their "airmail". I placed an order on the 18th, and just got shipping notification yesterday (11 days later), with a shipping number, but no way to track it (Hong Kong air mail tracking doesn't seem to recognize it). So I still have no clue to when it will arrive, or even if this is a legitimate business. I am willing to give them 10 more days before I raise the issue with my credit card company since shipping from China does have a tendency to take a couple of weeks or even more, so it's probably nothing to be concerned about, just slow mail.
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normally Hong Kong post is like that, I order from ebay on another item and seller use Hong Kong Post also, so tracking number is like invalid too.
my last order from another seller who use hong kong post took like 4 weeks for the item to arrive lol and i am in asia, wonder why it took them so long
I'm in for 1
Just got it for 6.95 instead of 14.95 :good: :good:
Thai Damen said:
normally Hong Kong post is like that, I order from ebay on another item and seller use Hong Kong Post also, so tracking number is like invalid too.
my last order from another seller who use hong kong post took like 4 weeks for the item to arrive lol and i am in asia, wonder why it took them so long
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Ugh 4 weeks! Thats even worse than I thought. But thanks for the heads up!
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Worth the wait!
I just had a chance to get online again after a couple of months. I have been extremely busy.
Anyhow, I logged on to xda as I am looking for reviews about minisuit's cases. I have been an online shopper since 2009 and I am totally used to shipping delays lol. For me its no big deal. What really made me purchase items from minisuit was the fact that this company offer great discounts on almost all of their items and even if you are a new customer you can still avail big discounts when you purchase more items online.
Just last week I purchased 5 pieces of different gadget cases from minisuit. Apart from offering low prices to customers this company also sell durable and lasting cases.
Thanks and Best wishes everyone!
I also have this case I got from Amazon It's the MiniSuit 8.0 case right? It's really lovely
Mr_Armageddon said:
The magnet install works great, and the Sleep / Wake function is dead on. Took about 5min to install the magnet, and the backing so the magnetic field didn't effect the device when the cover is folded around to the back. Also has no effect on the S-Pen, which is good to see.
Now the main negative of this case is no longer an issue.
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Can you use a magnetic tape instead of a magnet ?
I guess these too are easily available in a hobby shop and are a bit softer compared to a magnet..
ghatothkach said:
Can you use a magnetic tape instead of a magnet ?
I guess these too are easily available in a hobby shop and are a bit softer compared to a magnet..
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I have wondered about that too.
I also have high strength rare-earth magnets, (real tiny ones), I guess I can stick these to the case with some gaffers tape, but do we need a faint magnet or a strong magnet.
My note is in shipping, should get it next week... I gave up on waiting for the 32GB version.
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Hey all, anyone else noticed on these Samsung Flip cases, they dont stay flush to the screen, in the case of the S view cover you would think the magnet would help keep it closed but no its just a trigger for the sensor. Bit expensive for what it is given it's flawed design.
From what I hear its great once you've broken it in
s view cover is a best cover for s4
I received mine today from handtec.. it fits and close perfectly.
I like this case but only grip it totally covers the led notification and coz of dat gotta keep checking if I missed a notification :banghead:
Sent from my Galaxy S4 .
It's a pain:silly: Samsung should flash a reminder in the s view window
Read elsewhere of someone cutting a button hole for the led :good:
azeter said:
I like this case but only grip it totally covers the led notification and coz of dat gotta keep checking if I missed a notification :banghead:
Sent from my Galaxy S4 .
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kist32 said:
Cheap Galaxy S4 S View Cover, http://dx-box.com/galaxy-s4-s-view-flip-cover-folio-case.html
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Interesting. I might just bite on one of those. Even though I don't think it's actuall the official one, it's probably about the same. I have a co-worker who spent $60 on hers and I wasn't really impressed with the build quality, though I do love the concept. But to me, it seemed more like a $15 cover anyway.
green s cover
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wOfFVD_Qy5I
orange s cover
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvF8hbOMfjs
black s cover
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPzyUG3petE
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I have a new Samsung Galaxy S4 S-View Flip Cover Folio Case (Black) if anyone wants it in uk £25 delivered pm me I just got a new case in new condition only used once.
I bought this cover, and I like it ... it's the one thing keeping me away from trying an AOSP ROM (e.g. CM 10.1) ... Don't want to lose the window functionality.
I had an official Samsung S-View cover given free when I upgraded my contract.
Like others have said, the front cover didnt stay closed flush to the screen, but after a day or so "bedding it in" it now closes perfectly.
I find the case very good, and it's great that you can answer/reject calls etc sliding across the case window itself.
There are however 2 fundamental flaws with this case:
1. There is no hole for the notification LED (as already mentioned) I was contemplating drillling a hole through it to allow for this, but wit this case on and shut, the LED notification only ever lights up to show it's charging. The LED is disabled for missed calls/sms when the case is shut! This is a huge flaw of the S4+S-View combination in my opinion.
I'm hoping a future firmware update will address this, but as the cases being sold do not have this hole, I would be extremely surprised if this is done. Perhaps this may be a mod for some clever dev to do! :good:
2. The case greatly interferes with the devices ability to use any compass app. Open up a compass app and slowly open/shut the case and you will see the compass bearing alter considerably. This puts a huge doubt over the accuracy of such apps when this case is in the open position.
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It should have had the led hole from factory. but that's samsung for ya..good ideas always seem to be an afterthought.. anyway.. i just drilled a hole in mine and it seemed to do the trick. sometimes it closes too well as can be a pain to open (to grip using fingers), but still a better case then most as it doesn't add much bulk or wait to the phone.
Nice case but minimum protection
I had flip cover case on my note 1, i dropped the phone once and the case didn't helped much to protect the phone from scratches on the side. Now i have S4 with the S view cover and similar thing happened, my case opened during fall and landed on the screen... As much as i like the flip cases they offer very little protection. I have to try different case for the upcoming Note 3. Any suggestions which case can offer solid protection?
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I had flip cover case on my note 1, i dropped the phone once and the case didn't helped much to protect the phone from scratches on the side. Now i have S4 with the S view cover and similar thing happened, my case opened during fall and landed on the screen... As much as i like the flip cases they offer very little protection. I have to try different case for the upcoming Note 3. Any suggestions which case can offer solid protection?
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I would definitely give the Spigen Slim Armor View a try. I just got this case in black and it's totally awesome. There are many threads in here discussing this case. I would like give links to them but not sure how to do it so I would just do a search. Tons of pics and reviews as well.
Excuse my late reply, I got this phone with a free S-cover a week ago. In my opinion the case build quality is crap. I've broken the cover in and it doesn't stay closed until I had to bend the cover to create a deeper crease. Now the cover is starting to misalign and become loose. Volume button is covered also. Sides are fraying.
When I first got it, I already thought, this case was not protective at all. The cover seemed as thick as a peice of cardboard, and there is no covering or shock absorption at all around the edges or back.
A week later I went to my local Asian variety store and bought a protective case for $6. Quality was 10x than the s-view cover and I'm not even exagerating. Imediatley switched cases. Save your money. Don't buy this.
If you want to the quality of s-view cover, a makeshift credit card wrapped in cloth works just as well.
Surprisingly, I was able to price-match an Amazon price at Target. I'm enjoying it but I hope it breaks in cause the flap not closing issue is a tad inconvenient.
Has anybody modded a tpu case too accomodate the S View cover?
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Samsung or ....others?? Samsung is OK, others NOT
Please specify in your infos if you are talking abount a ORIGINAL SAM S-View (arround 35$ - 55$) or a cheapo 'SUMSUMG' or any other type of cheaper S-Views (ranging from 8$ to 25$)
I had a 'fake' S-View, which didn't stay closed, added thikness to the back cover, looked like 'cardboard', and, furthermore, if you folded it open completelly to the back of the phone, it activated the magnet!! So it was really 'crappy'
I now have a real S-View, and none of the above apply!
It closes (and stays closed) perfectlly from minute 1
It's exactlly as thick as the original cover
It has a 'cleanable plastic' finish
It can be open 360º to the back without activating the magnet
So... beware of fakes. It was difficult to tell, as they 'case' them as if original, but they're definitelly LOW QUALITY.
Can you buy a case that users s view front cover? Im used to it now but want a case? ??? Thanks
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It should have had the led hole from factory. but that's samsung for ya..good ideas always seem to be an afterthought.. anyway.. i just drilled a hole in mine and it seemed to do the trick. sometimes it closes too well as can be a pain to open (to grip using fingers), but still a better case then most as it doesn't add much bulk or wait to the phone.
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Can you pay a picture or more of the mod you made? Please!!!
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Howdy, this is my first review. I thought I would have enjoyed a thread like this so I would create one. I am comparing the dot view ice to the dot view for the m8 because that is what I had and most likely what other have had. A side note, I am loving this phone! (And pics were taken with my old HTC EVO 4G LTE)
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http://imgur.com/a/s1Mli#0
The black m9 version is lighter than the m8 black version
The m9 'dot holes' are fractionally bigger than the m8's. To me, this makes the dots seem more vivid and brighter
The selfie-cam is no longer visible on the m9 version and is essentially protected
The m9 version covers the entire edge of the phone.
The m9 version is very tight on the phone. I really don't think dirt and things will get in between the phone and the case with the way the edge grips onto the phone. However because of this, the phone is very difficult to get ouf of the case. I feel that I might damage the case or the phone when removing it.
Since the case covers the entire phone (around the edges), the volume and power buttons are now covered. I feel they are a bit difficult to determine if I am pushing them- there is no clicky feel or noise made when pushing them.
Since the back is clear plastic, I feel that the outside will eventually be scratched to heck. I personally lay my phone with the screen up though usually.
The flappy cover still has the same rigidness and (I feel) quality as before.
The m8 doesn't function in the m9 case and the mm9 doesn't function in the m8 case. They DO fit in each other's cases, but the magnet that turns on the functionality is offset from the sensors rendering them incompatible.
If anyone feels that I missed anything, feel free to add to the list.
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Howdy, this is my first review. I thought I would have enjoyed a thread like this so I would create one. I am comparing the dot view ice to the dot view for the m8 because that is what I had and most likely what other have had. A side note, I am loving this phone! (And pics were taken with my old HTC EVO 4G LTE)
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http://imgur.com/a/s1Mli#0
The black m9 version is lighter than the m8 black version
The m9 'dot holes' are fractionally bigger than the m8's. To me, this makes the dots seem more vivid and brighter
The selfie-cam is no longer visible on the m9 version and is essentially protected
The m9 version covers the entire edge of the phone.
The m9 version is very tight on the phone. I really don't think dirt and things will get in between the phone and the case with the way the edge grips onto the phone. However because of this, the phone is very difficult to get ouf of the case. I feel that I might damage the case or the phone when removing it.
Since the case covers the entire phone (around the edges), the volume and power buttons are now covered. I feel they are a bit difficult to determine if I am pushing them- there is no clicky feel or noise made when pushing them.
Since the back is clear plastic, I feel that the outside will eventually be scratched to heck. I personally lay my phone with the screen up though usually.
The flappy cover still has the same rigidness and (I feel) quality as before.
The m8 doesn't function in the m9 case and the mm9 doesn't function in the m8 case. They DO fit in each other's cases, but the magnet that turns on the functionality is offset from the sensors rendering them incompatible.
If anyone feels that I missed anything, feel free to add to the list.
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I can confirm that the M9 does not work in the M8 case. I have had a test M9 since January and an M8 with Dotview. As you state, the magnets are in different locations, as are the sensors. HTC told me early on that the M8 case wouldn't work.
Got the Dot View ICE edition for my M9, I'm really loving it. everybody at work was very impressed with it's functionality.
The thing that I'm uneasy about is the HTC Universal Car Mount for the M9. I mean using the car mount is really seamless. My problem is having to remove the phone from the case if I want to put it in the mount because I'm afraid the front cover will break or bend to the point where its no longer usable, at which point I will have a regular see trough case with no dot view at all...
Any one else having this issue?
Looks like the phone won't be popping out of the case as much or at all this time around.
I got one of these with a Tmobile gift card I had. I love the dot view and how it functions but the flip case isn't for me. It's awkward to use the phone with the flap open because it wants to spring back to the phone, and it's just a weird grip to use while using the device.
I really dig the look, size, and feature though!
Hi!
Stupid question maybe.. I've had a Dot View Ice since monday. I haven't paid much attention to the cover when it's closed, but today I realized that when I turn my phone sideways or upside down, the cover opens. Shouldn't that be prevented by the magnet inside?
Can anyone tell me if they experience this too or is my Dot View just ruined after four days?
petermulders said:
Hi!
Stupid question maybe.. I've had a Dot View Ice since monday. I haven't paid much attention to the cover when it's closed, but today I realized that when I turn my phone sideways or upside down, the cover opens. Shouldn't that be prevented by the magnet inside?
Can anyone tell me if they experience this too or is my Dot View just ruined after four days?
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I don't think it is ruined, I don't think the magnet is strong enough to out weigh the rubber casing and if you keep the case on while using your phone (more than 20 mins with cover bent to the back) it eventually wears down to the point where it will flip open turned sideways or upside down. I noticed this recently and take the phone out of the case when I am at home to preserve the elasticity of the case. Regardless it isn't like it was when I first purchased it, but I still use it to protect my phone when I am out and about.
BUBBA DUB'S said:
I don't think it is ruined, I don't think the magnet is strong enough to out weigh the rubber casing and if you keep the case on while using your phone (more than 20 mins with cover bent to the back) it eventually wears down to the point where it will flip open turned sideways or upside down. I noticed this recently and take the phone out of the case when I am at home to preserve the elasticity of the case. Regardless it isn't like it was when I first purchased it, but I still use it to protect my phone when I am out and about.
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Okay it's not just my case than.. Kind of disappointing though as it did hold the cover in the first few days of use..
petermulders said:
Okay it's not just my case than.. Kind of disappointing though as it did hold the cover in the first few days of use..
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I agree, for what we paid for it , it shouldn't have lost its "spunk" with in the first week of use. Its still a nice case and provides protection which matters most in the end.
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I just got this case in the mail and it looks very slick. My only issue....it doesn't close all the way! I do have a glass screen protector so that my be the issue. Any one else having the same issue? or did I just get a defective case?
agreen1985 said:
I just got this case in the mail and it looks very slick. My only issue....it doesn't close all the way! I do have a glass screen protector so that my be the issue. Any one else having the same issue? or did I just get a defective case?
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The screen protector is the issue. You don't need it anyway now.
I don't really know how it should be but the front flip cover sitting very los after few days of use. Coming from M7, no idea about M8 dot view only my girlfriend told me the phone is not save in
I have the Ice one and it doesn't close properly on mine either. No screen protector on either. Shoddy really.
typhoonikan said:
The screen protector is the issue. You don't need it anyway now.
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Does the case have a built in screen protector because my last HTC that I had was the flip case and it wouldn't close all of the way and I thought I was OK, but the screen still got scratched.
I just got the premium case (non-ice). I believe the flap is just as rigid and will tear like the ice edition did. Meanwhile my m8 dot view never tore over two years. I hope this one lasts a while.
typhoonikan said:
I just got the premium case (non-ice). I believe the flap is just as rigid and will tear like the ice edition did. Meanwhile my m8 dot view never tore over two years. I hope this one lasts a while.
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I had mine for 2wks and it was already tearing off. Exchanged it for a cheap-o Body Glove case with a stand. I really wish the dot-view was more durable, as I really like the idea!
i love this case but in 2 weeks , the front was separated from the back
and i didnt used it that much, nothing wrong of my part
thinking in glue it together again, any ideas?
ratjr15 said:
I had mine for 2wks and it was already tearing off. Exchanged it for a cheap-o Body Glove case with a stand. I really wish the dot-view was more durable, as I really like the idea!
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guitmz said:
i love this case but in 2 weeks , the front was separated from the back
and i didnt used it that much, nothing wrong of my part
thinking in glue it together again, any ideas?
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So far, mine isn't tearing, but I have seldom opened it more than 90 degrees. Lol
Posted this in page two of another thread but just wanted to make sure people saw this in case they didnt read it before they purchased the Surface case with the kickstand. Gonna call them tomorrow to make them aware:
I ordered my Surface case, received it today and I'm having issues. When the bottom piece of the outer shell slides on the screen goes dark. Cannot turn it back on. If I slide off the bottom piece it comes on, when it slides back on it puts the screen back to sleep. If i take a stand alone magnet and put it up to the back of the phone where the kick stand would be it turns off. Thinking there is a design flaw. Gonna call Seidio tomorrow. Kinda sucks I've been waiting for their holster for a while now.
Edit: Definitley a design flaw, I found this on Google's Nexus 6P help forum:
"I have found there is a magnetic sensor in the Nexus 6P to detect when the folio case cover has been closed so as to lock and turn off the screen of the phone. The sensor is located in the bottom left corner when looking at the front of the 6P. I found that this sensor also reacts to a magnetic field applied to the back side of the Nexus 6P in this same area (bottom right corner when looking at the back of the 6P). Herein lies the problem... When trying to use Android Beam through NFC by holding the back of the 6P to the back of another device, a magnetic field from the other device (the speaker perhaps) can trigger the magnetic sensor in the Nexus 6P, causing the Nexus 6P to lock and go to sleep before the NFC sensors have aligned. Both my OnePlus One and my Neuxs 7 2013 will put my Nexus 6P to sleep if I don't hold them carefully enough when trying to align the NFC sensors. Can anyone else confirm this? Why does this sensor also pick up magnetic fields on the back of the phone? Is there a way to disable the magnetic sensor if not using a folio case so this does not happen when trying to use Android Beam?"
That's a big problem..
Could you please post some pics of the phone with the case?
Thanks!
Sent from my Nexus 6P using Tapatalk
I'll have to see if mine suffers the same issue when it arrives. I have 2 Nexus 6P's to test it on, so that should provide a little better sample size.
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Posted this in page two of another thread but just wanted to make sure people saw this in case they didnt read it before they purchased the Surface case with the kickstand. Gonna call them tomorrow to make them aware:
I ordered my Surface case, received it today and I'm having issues. When the bottom piece of the outer shell slides on the screen goes dark. Cannot turn it back on. If I slide off the bottom piece it comes on, when it slides back on it puts the screen back to sleep. If i take a stand alone magnet and put it up to the back of the phone where the kick stand would be it turns off. Thinking there is a design flaw. Gonna call Seidio tomorrow. Kinda sucks I've been waiting for their holster for a while now.
Edit: Definitley a design flaw, I found this on Google's Nexus 6P help forum:
"I have found there is a magnetic sensor in the Nexus 6P to detect when the folio case cover has been closed so as to lock and turn off the screen of the phone. The sensor is located in the bottom left corner when looking at the front of the 6P. I found that this sensor also reacts to a magnetic field applied to the back side of the Nexus 6P in this same area (bottom right corner when looking at the back of the 6P). Herein lies the problem... When trying to use Android Beam through NFC by holding the back of the 6P to the back of another device, a magnetic field from the other device (the speaker perhaps) can trigger the magnetic sensor in the Nexus 6P, causing the Nexus 6P to lock and go to sleep before the NFC sensors have aligned. Both my OnePlus One and my Neuxs 7 2013 will put my Nexus 6P to sleep if I don't hold them carefully enough when trying to align the NFC sensors. Can anyone else confirm this? Why does this sensor also pick up magnetic fields on the back of the phone? Is there a way to disable the magnetic sensor if not using a folio case so this does not happen when trying to use Android Beam?"
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Bummer! I was really looking forward to this case. Maybe they will release one without the kickstand (doubtful).
jal3223 said:
Bummer! I was really looking forward to this case. Maybe they will release one without the kickstand (doubtful).
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Going to call them in the morning. I'll post the response I get.
I also REALLY want the Surface case, but I'm holding off until more people receive theirs and post whether they experience the same thing. I've had a Surface case on all my phones for several years. It's the slimmest I've found, gives the best protection, and the kickstand doesn't add much bulk. Can't tell you how many times I've dropped my phone and never had a problem.
Pig Vomit said:
I also REALLY want the Surface case, but I'm holding off until more people receive theirs and post whether they experience the same thing. I've had a Surface case on all my phones for several years. It's the slimmest I've found, gives the best protection, and the kickstand doesn't add much bulk. Can't tell you how many times I've dropped my phone and never had a problem.
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Agreed. Some of the best cases I've ever used on my phones.
Spoke to them this morning and explained the issue. They created an RMA and are going to ship out a modified version, I'm assuming without the kickstand. I was told not to worry about sending back the old case so I'm gonna see if there is a way to get the kickstand out in the meantime without destroying the bottom half.
My Sedio case is arriving today (earlier than expected), so I will post a review in my case OP. If the issue is present on either of my 6P's I will let everyone know.
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Spoke to them this morning and explained the issue. They created an RMA and are going to ship out a modified version, I'm assuming without the kickstand. I was told not to worry about sending back the old case so I'm gonna see if there is a way to get the kickstand out in the meantime without destroying the bottom half.
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I would actually prefer the case w/o the kickstand. I don't like the bump it creates. So hopefully they will release the case w/o it.
Thanks again for the update!
Pilz said:
My Sedio case is arriving today (earlier than expected), so I will post a review in my case OP. If the issue is present on either of my 6P's I will let everyone know.
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Great, curious to see if you run into the same issue.
Dror520 said:
I would actually prefer the case w/o the kickstand. I don't like the bump it creates. So hopefully they will release the case w/o it.
Thanks again for the update!
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No problem. I agree, don't think I've ever used the kickstand but really like the protection the case offers and their holster.
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Great, curious to see if you run into the same issue.
No problem. I agree, don't think I've ever used the kickstand but really like the protection the case offers and their holster.
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Mine doesn't have that issue at all. I'm using the case now, and I will post my review later today. I'm not that impressed with the way Sedio did their button cutouts, but more on that later.
Edit: It seems that the bottom piece on my case wasn't pushed up completely becasue when I removed the case and put it back on the screen kept shutting off/staying off depending on how I installed it.
I received the case yesterday and also immediately noticed the problem. I called they are also sending me a replacement.
Meanwhile, I popped out the kickstand and turned it around and it seems ok for now. with it flipped around, you can't get your nail in to open the kick stand so its essentially useless.
Its really unfortunate that they didn't catch this design bug before shipping.
(I will say, this case makes the 6P feel really thick - I'm trying to decide if I like it or not)
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I received the case yesterday and also immediately noticed the problem. I called they are also sending me a replacement.
Meanwhile, I popped out the kickstand and turned it around and it seems ok for now. with it flipped around, you can't get your nail in to open the kick stand so its essentially useless.)
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Out of curiosity how did you do that. I've been trying to figure out how to accomplish that.
I called sedio because my case bows outward on one side where the two pieces connect, but they refused to help me because I order from their Amazon store. Their customer service is horrendous, and the agent (Shane) I spoke with was rude about anything I asked. I'm disappointed with their service, and case so far. I plan on sending it back immediately because of how they handled a simple question.
Edit: I finally spoke with a manager, and after having her repeat the same thing a few dozen times (in between no letting me say anything) they are sending me a replacement. I can't say I've encountered a CSR this bad in a long time, so I will try to ignore their rude representatives and use the case.
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Out of curiosity how did you do that. I've been trying to figure out how to accomplish that.
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The stand is just held in place by the black tape... you can see the black tape on the inside of the case. So you just gently push on the silver metal stand out the back - it should slowly release... it takes a little finesse but it's not terribly difficult.
Then once it's out, all you need to do is flip it around and stick it back in place...
Although the stand isn't accessible in this new orientation, at least, the case will work without turning the phone off.
I have the same issue with the screen turning off when the bottom part is slid on. Called them up and they're are sending a new modified version. They better send it 2nd day express which I paid extra for!
richardyoo said:
I received the case yesterday and also immediately noticed the problem. I called they are also sending me a replacement.
Meanwhile, I popped out the kickstand and turned it around and it seems ok for now. with it flipped around, you can't get your nail in to open the kick stand so its essentially useless.
Its really unfortunate that they didn't catch this design bug before shipping.
(I will say, this case makes the 6P feel really thick - I'm trying to decide if I like it or not)
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Can you post any pics? My biggest concern (once they iron out this magnetic closing issue) is the thickness. I have the Spigen Rugged Armour and love the sleekness, but I'd like a kickstand since I often watch stuff on my phone. Any more comments regarding the thickness and pictures would be great!
ajizle123 said:
Can you post any pics? My biggest concern (once they iron out this magnetic closing issue) is the thickness. I have the Spigen Rugged Armour and love the sleekness, but I'd like a kickstand since I often watch stuff on my phone. Any more comments regarding the thickness and pictures would be great!
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You can see my review of the case and pictures right here
The holster seems to be a bit spooky how it is designed. The phone hovers about an 1/8" above the surface from about midway up the holster to the top clamp. There is an 1/8" lip where the phone is placed on at the bottom of the holster where it rests. Maybe I'm being overly cautious here but it seems the phone could be bent over time if inserted enough times because of that extra space beneath the phone. .