I was hoping I could find out how other people are securing their surface tablet. There isn't a slot for a kensington lock so I'm at a loss as to how to lock it to a desk at work.
I'm unclear why one would want to lock a tablet - an inherently extremely portable device - to one's desk. As far as physical security goes, I put it in my backpack (or briefcase, or whatever other bag I carry with me regularly) when I'm out and about but not using it. For electronic security, BitLocker (require a PIN) plus a good Windows password just in case.
I hold it with my hands and lock it in drawer when I cannot
The Surface is already locked by Bitlocker, so you Need a recovery code if you reset from stick
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I've got a TF700T and a TF201 Dock. I'd like something so when I pull the tablet out of the dock I can hold onto it for extended reading sessions. I would prefer nothing permanently affixed but at the same time I'd like something that can either stay on while docked OR that can be easily taken on and off when in this mode. Anyone know of any easily pocketable quick to attach handle or something. Something to counteract our inability to wrap our hands fully around the tablet and the fact that gripping the tablet with your thumb and fingers by the edge will quickly lead to cramping.
thanks.
Duct tape?
Seriously, though: sounds like the best solution would be a sleeve with a handstrap. Such as:
http://www.amazon.com/Poetic-HardBack-Protective-Transformer-HandStrap/dp/B008IEGT28/
Just thought I'd drop a note here on the Note 8.0 forum about the Microsoft Wedge Bluetooth Keyboard. I've been using the ThinkOutside foldable bluetooth keyboard with the Note 8, and it's outstanding for its pocketable portability. However, it is also hard to find a new one in case it should break, and since it's a little fragile I'm reluctant to continually leave it on the table for everyone in the family to use, so I got the Microsoft Wedge keyboard as an alternative. My frame of comparison, as far as keyboards go, also includes the keyboard I use for my desktop PC, the Lenovo Compact USB keyboard with Trackpoint.
The Wedge keyboard has worked flawlessly with the Note. It's fit and finish is beyond reproach, with aluminum back, and very sturdily built. When set on the tabe it's comfortably inclined. Designwise the aluminum surround also matches the Note 8.0 design. The two connect automatically without fail, and maintains connection very well. It's small, without having felt cramped ever. Of course my desktop PC keyboard is small as far as desktops go.
The one tiny detail I've noticed is the Wedge keys have less travel than either the Lenovo or the ThinkOutside keys. This gives the impression of requiring more pressure force, which, while being an illusion, seems to slow my typing down. If its the only keyboard one uses, this perceptual effect is likely to go away.
The bonus feature for the Note 8.0, which I didn't even pay attention to initially, is the keyboard cover. Removing it turns on the keyboard, putting it back turns the keyboard off. It's bendable with a sort of hinge function, vertically placed in the middle of the keyboard cover. I first thought one had to slide it on or off from the keyboard, but in fact it's bendable in both directions, so to remove it, it's possible to just bend it slightly backwards. The keyboard wakes up when starting to type on it and times out when not being used, and there are keys to also manually turn it on or off.
In my usage the cover stays off most of the time and it is a truly excellent stand for the Note 8.0. Being rubber the keyboard cover holds the Note very securely, while preventing slipping on the table surface.
Edit: Just discovered the keyboard's music controls (volume, play/pause, silence) work. I'm running Android 4.1.2.
It's not a cheap BT keyboard, but it was worth it.
So I just ordered a third party keyboard case for my N9, it's a sleek on that says it's designed for 8.9-10 inch tablets.
Thing is, I don't think it had magnets to hold the tablet in place. Personally, I like the idea of the extra stability magnets provide in this case.
So, I got this crazy idea that after it arrives and I try it out, I go out and get some tiny magnets and super glue them to the case, thus achieving the same effect as the official Keyboard Folio.
TWO QUESTION:
1) Would this work? As in, do any old magnets have this effect, or does it take special magnets?
2) Would this in any way damage my device? I don't want to put too powerful of a magnet next to it and scramble the system or something.
Thanks.
1) I think any magnets would work as long as they're neodymium magnets.
2) If they're small I don't see them having any negative effects, other then possibly scratching the surface where they might rub when you put on the case
Hi all,
This is my first post here, following my upgrade from a venerable Nexus 7 (2012) to a Tab S 8.4 in November. I'm grateful for the numerous posts in the XDA community that instructed me on things such as disabling the capacitive buttons, so I thought I'd share some feedback on a couple of cases for which I don't see much discussion.
I started out with a rooCase Origami that I purchased from Amazon, because I wanted the ability to stand the tablet in portrait mode while keeping a reasonably slim profile. I really liked that the case added minimal bulk to the tablet, but the floppy, multi-fold cover was annoying, mostly because the magnets couldn't hold it closed. Also, the tablet didn't stand too well in portrait mode (tap a little too hard on the screen and the kickstand would give away). So, I returned the Origami in favour of a GearIT 360 spinner (also via Amazon).
The GearIT case has proven to be perfect for my needs. The tablet is very secure in the cradle, but pops out easily when you need it (which is necessary to access the card slots). The speakers, camera, ports, and IR blaster are fully exposed, and the camera is deeply recessed so it'll be hard to scratch the lens. The exterior is a twill fabric that's really nice to grip, and the magnets are reliable for waking the tablet and keeping the cover closed. As well, the cover folds in such a way that the soft inside rarely touches other surfaces (unless you fold it back like a magazine), so it won't leave dirt and debris on your screen. I've also been pleasantly surprised that the case hasn't attracted much cat hair (which is easy to clean off with a sticky roller or tape).
The 360-degree rotation enables you to stand the case in a variety of ways while maintaining a surprisingly slim profile for the tablet, and the best part is that you can properly use all of the angles available to you. With non-rotating cases (such as the Origami and Samsung Book Cover), you sometimes find that the screen will be upside down in landscape mode (when apps only rotate in one direction). You can solve this with an app to force screen rotation, but with the GearIT you just turn the tablet around 180 degrees. This also means that the power/volume keys are always on the top when in landscape mode. One of my favorite ways to use the case is to fold it into landscape typing mode (lowest angle), then rotate the tablet into portrait mode. It's the same effect as propping up one end of the tablet on a book.
After about five weeks of daily use, the case still feels solid. The folds are definitely looser than when I first got it, but that's to be expected given how often they're flexed. The rotating hinge ratchets so that your tablet doesn't swing around at will, and it's still nice and tight.
Perhaps the only thing I don't like is that the chrome trim doesn't match the bronze trim on the tablet. Although if I had a choice, I would have taken chrome over bronze...
Cheers!
I recently ordered an Nvidia Shield Tablet including the official Nvidia cover.
Can someone that already owns these two items test something for me please:
I want you to open the cover and hang the tablet from the cover with no other support.
I think it would it would be easiest if you placed the cover on something like a table and hung the tablet off the edge. Is the tablet held securely enough to not detach in this position?
Reason being that I want to hang my Shield like this over a stationary cycle monitor screen so I can game while I do cardio exercise. If the magnets are not secure enough to hold the Shield Tablet suspended like this then I need to purchase a case that fully encloses the Shield Tablet such as the ProCase SlimSnug Case.
Thank you!
It probably holds up, since the magnets are quite strong. I've held two shield tablets using each other's magnets, so your project might work, but I wouldn't trust it too much.
Alternatively, you can use a metal plate and attach the Shield to it, since it has quite strong magnets on its back.
I have the k1 with the original shield cover and can hang it from the cover with no problem. I also gave it a little shake and it did not detach.
I found the magnet in the K1 to be very strong as I have a metal set of draws and my Shield almost welds itself to the top of it!!
Yes it will hang alright. The 32gb original shield is significantly heavier though. I have a metal plate that I mount mine on in The office. Both the og 16gb and the k1 need no support other than some slight grain on the surface while the 32gb needs a slight support to keep it from sliding down the surface (no problems sticking). The cases work for hanging on most equipment as long as you minimize vibrations. I wouldn't trust it if the mount point has excessive vibrations as most equipment only has hard plastic or metal for a landing pad lol.
OK so ... if anyone cares
Got my Shield Tablet and the posters are correct - it will hang without detaching.
*Unfortunately* it still won't work as I wish with the official case because the bendy bits just slowly collapse and it slides off the surface of whatever it's on.
Not to worry, I suspect a keyboard type non-bendy cover will do the trick.
Indeed. You can shake it a lot without it detaching from the magnets. You would probably have to use quite a lot of force in order for it detach (i.e throwing item of similar size to hit a ranged target).