I am planning to buy Motorola Moto G flip cover.
I found at several places that the magnet in flip cover is very powerful and it messes with phone compass (magnetometer).
I need to know after removing the flip cover (may be after 2-4 months of usage) can I calibrate the compass back to normal or is permanently damaged to repair at our own.
And what are the other side effects of using that cover.
Please help me in choosing a cover
I never uses flip cover with my moto g, I know Flip cover has issues but I don't think it will damage your magnetometre, do a simple test download a compass app from play store use it, note the direction with with flip cover on your phone, remove the flip cover, restart your phone,assuming that you don't change your phone location soo much test the directions once again, results will tell you the story, I love my official moto grip cover because it protects my phone from all possible ways or if you want more security u can also try Amzer 96960 Hybrid Kickstand Cover
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I personally found more usable a good tpu case that covers all the edges and buttons with a nice leap around the screen. It makes the phone more accessible, there's no way can damage the phone and protect it from scratches and falls. Also you don't need to mess with a thing flapping all over, that may wear off during time and usage. One last thing that I still didn't figure out: how do people takes picture with flip covers on their phones?
Ani0o7 said:
I never uses flip cover with my moto g, I know Flip cover has issues but I don't think it will damage your magnetometre, do a simple test download a compass app from play store use it, note the direction with with flip cover on your phone, remove the flip cover, restart your phone,assuming that you don't change your phone location soo much test the directions once again, results will tell you the story, I love my official moto grip cover because it protects my phone from all possible ways or if you want more security u can also try Amzer 96960 Hybrid Kickstand Cover
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I dont want to purchase and test it if it is useful or not, if anyone already using can tell the pros and cons.
I already have a good cover for my Moto G, Flipkart offered me some points in my wallet so I was planning for another one, but I wanted to know the feedback before buying it.
Anyways the flipcover is out of stock now, and I am not in a mood to buy it from ebay.
Thank You.
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I personally found more usable a good tpu case that covers all the edges and buttons with a nice leap around the screen. It makes the phone more accessible, there's no way can damage the phone and protect it from scratches and falls. Also you don't need to mess with a thing flapping all over, that may wear off during time and usage. One last thing that I still didn't figure out: how do people takes picture with flip covers on their phones?
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TPU case is good but it takes the beauty of phone, I never used those flip covers and was planning to buy one because retailer gave me points to shop with them.
I saw people taking picture with flip covers on their phones and it looks real funny to see that.
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I never uses flip cover with my moto g, I know Flip cover has issues but I don't think it will damage your magnetometre, do a simple test download a compass app from play store use it, note the direction with with flip cover on your phone, remove the flip cover, restart your phone,assuming that you don't change your phone location soo much test the directions once again, results will tell you the story, I love my official moto grip cover because it protects my phone from all possible ways or if you want more security u can also try Amzer 96960 Hybrid Kickstand Cover
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This Amzer 96960 Hybrid Kickstand Cove will make my Moto G a real bulky device and will take all its beauty.
Better I stick to the one which I already have.
The neodymium magnet, which holds the cover is inside the display frame and not in the cover itself, you've been misled.
The metal plate that's in the front of the flip cover is very small and it's hard to do anything to the magnetic field sensor in open or closed position. The only way eventually is if you flap the cover all day long.
About calibration, if you need to do that, just rotate the phone in circles few times over each of its axises.
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The neodymium magnet, which holds the cover is inside the display frame and not in the cover itself, you've been misled.
The metal plate that's in the front of the flip cover is very small and it's hard to do anything to the magnetic field sensor in open or closed position. The only way eventually is if you flap the cover all day long.
About calibration, if you need to do that, just rotate the phone in circles few times over each of its axises.
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First of all, I like your signature, it stands correct 99.9% times. Can I use the same as mine.
And about the flip cover I have dropped the plan for now as the covers are out of stock.
Thanks anyways.
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First of all, I like your signature, it stands correct 99.9% times. Can I use the same as mine.
And about the flip cover I have dropped the plan for now as the covers are out of stock.
Thanks anyways.
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I see, well that cover its certainly good if you can get it sometime in the future, when they restock.
"Also don't forget to press the Thanks button if I helped you, coz I post here only for that reason, helping others is not important, just a side effect." - just a joke, but sadly very real one.
My signature is just a text on a public forum, feel free to use it as it is or as you find fit.
Have a nice day
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I see, well that cover its certainly good if you can get it sometime in the future, when they restock.
"Also don't forget to press the Thanks button if I helped you, coz I post here only for that reason, helping others is not important, just a side effect." - just a joke, but sadly very real one.
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It was really nice interacting you.
Keep spreading smiles as much as we can.
See you around...
Here is the result, Finally!!!
I checked it a friend who is ownig s Moto G and Flip Cover from Motorola.
The phone with Motorola flip cover was showing a different North and phone without Motorola flip cover was showing diffrent North (I guess correct north) when both phones were kept side by side.
Removed the flip cover calibrated the compass and same test was done again and both phones were showing same North.
Also the magnet in the flip cover is very strong. I am dropping my plan for flip cover now even if it is available for free, because putting a powerful magne on the phone that too 24x7 may not be good idea.
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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?
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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.
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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 love my original s-View cover but it interferes my s4 compass especially with the cover is folded to the back of the phone. I can clearly see how the cover changes the direction of the Google Map compass while flipping the cover.
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That's because there's a magnet in it to activate the hal sensor to tell the screen to go to s-veiw window
If you take a magnet and put it where the sensor is on the phone with the s-veiw cover open your screen will change like if the cover is closed
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If the S-View covers work with the aid of a magnet, how does this one work?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=281100942769
As I understand, no magnets here and yet they claim it has all S-View abilities!
PS ... anyone bought this cover? If yes, is this latched on to the built in battery cover or does it reduce bulk by replacing the battery cover?
Thanks
Paparasee said:
If the S-View covers work with the aid of a magnet, how does this one work?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=281100942769
As I understand, no magnets here and yet they claim it has all S-View abilities!
PS ... anyone bought this cover? If yes, is this latched on to the built in battery cover or does it reduce bulk by replacing the battery cover?
Thanks
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Got to have a magnet to trigger the S4 S-View mode on the display. Doesn't say it's got a magnet in the listing, then again doesn't say it hasn't.... Looks like it's got kind of a tpu case which snaps round the phone and the cover is glued onto that.
Paparasee said:
If the S-View covers work with the aid of a magnet, how does this one work?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=281100942769
As I understand, no magnets here and yet they claim it has all S-View abilities!
PS ... anyone bought this cover? If yes, is this latched on to the built in battery cover or does it reduce bulk by replacing the battery cover?
Thanks
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I have this cover. It does not replace the battery cover, but fits over it. However, the "leather" is very thin, so the case doesn't really add much bulk. The s-view function works perfectly. However, I won't continue to use this case once a better s-view case comes out. The part that holds the phone in the case doesn't cover the corners of the phone, so they are vulnerable if the phone is dropped. And, the front of the case could easily open if the phone is dropped, so there is no protection for the front of the phone, either. I really prefer flip cases, because I ruined an expensive phone by dropping it, so I want something that protects the phone. I really like the s-view option, but this isn't the case for me.
I got a cheap copy of the S-View which fits perfectly and works just as good. Unfortunately it seems the magnet is too strong because the S-View mode activates when I fold the cover around the back!
Is there any way to fix this?
Yeah do what I did, take it off, throw it into the corner in disgust, and put a tpu flip case on instead.
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MadBob said:
Yeah do what I did, take it off, throw it into the corner in disgust, and put a tpu flip case on instead.
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Dude, do you have a link to the one you bought - does it work just like the S-View?
I have the cover from Tridea. Got it yesterday.
It is actually quite nice and protects the phone better than the original S-view case. However, this is magnetic too and makes the compass more or less unusable.
Aitch said:
I got a cheap copy of the S-View which fits perfectly and works just as good. Unfortunately it seems the magnet is too strong because the S-View mode activates when I fold the cover around the back!
Is there any way to fix this?
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I'm wondering this too. I paid $7, versus $60, so I can't complain, but I would LOVE to find out that the authentic ones actually fix this critical issue.
Why not buy an original one, guaranteed to work. I have had mine since day one and works great, even when flipped back. I can post a video. If need be.
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TotalMusic said:
Why not buy an original one, guaranteed to work. I have had mine since day one and works great, even when flipped back. I can post a video. If need be.
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But does the compass work?
marlar said:
But does the compass work?
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When the case is open or closed.
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TotalMusic said:
When the case is open or closed.
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If you open a compass app, does it point to the right directions (south, north etc) even when you slowly rotate the phone horizontally?
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If you open a compass app, does it point to the right directions (south, north etc) even when you slowly rotate the phone horizontally?
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Maybe it is different for you, but the compass on the S4 sucks with or without the S-Cover. It constantly need recalibrating on many of these phones.
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Maybe it is different for you, but the compass on the S4 sucks with or without the S-Cover. It constantly need recalibrating on many of these phones.
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I agree. What is the reason for this though? Is it a software problem that could be fixed with an update, or a hardware problem which is pretty much permanent?
My S4 S-View (original) cover definitely interferes with compass readings. As this is an original Samsung case I find this quite incredible how this has been overlooked.
With the case on and open, my compass app would always point in the same direction.
Gradual movement of the front cover from the open to closed position would quickly alter the compass bearing etc.
I decided to ditch the S-View cover for the standard one for the following reasons:
1. Affects compass bearings as described
2. Unable to see notification LED when the cover is closed. (it is in fact not enabled at all when its closed)
3. I'd rather see my full screen caller ID on an incoming call than the small S-View window. I know if you open the case you will then see the caller ID screen, but I'd prefer to see it from the offset.
Only drawback now is that I hate leaving the screen uncovered so I've put a screen protector on, and I can never get to fit one perfectly...I always seem to get one or two specs of dust that cause bubbles.
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I agree. What is the reason for this though? Is it a software problem that could be fixed with an update, or a hardware problem which is pretty much permanent?
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I am guessing it is a hardware issue because several people have the problem (there is a thread in the "general" section about it) and it doesn't seem to matter which app or APK is used with it, it has the same issues and needs to be recalibrated periodically to work properly.
TotalMusic said:
Why not buy an original one, guaranteed to work. I have had mine since day one and works great, even when flipped back. I can post a video. If need be.
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Well, it's tough to purchase a legit one sometimes, and knowing IF that design flaw doesn't exist in an authentic version would make it worth it.
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Fixed it myself. I pried open the fabric, took out the magnet, put a nail between the magnet and the hammer to shatter it, and put back half a disc. Works perfectly.
I have the original S-view cover and if I slowly open or close the cover over the phone, the compass changes values, and I even got a notification in compass app regarding the magnetic field while playing with the cover.
Is there any way to repair this behavior while keeping the S-view functionality?
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:
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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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beanbag37 said:
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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Hello guys,
I was digging through eBay for some nice flip view cover and found this one.
I really liked the blue/yellow color so for $16.99 I decided to order one (took only 12 days to Brazil! :laugh. Another thing I liked was the fact it doesn't replace the original back cover, it has its own case to hold the device.
The back case is translucent and has a different texture in the area that makes contact with the surface you put it on, so it wont make scratches on the case. That was well thought, imho.
The front flip is made of very good material, some rubber/plastic soft thing I don't know the name. The back of it is like suede, so it won't scratch the screen.
All parts are very well finished.
I am fully satisfied with it. :victory:
Well, check out the pictures of it in my Dropbox:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/ypqj4g3chxalevq/Cz5eEUhXa8
Here's a hotsite: http://www.momax.net/eng/product_detail.php?Id=393
Altough Momax is a Honk Kong company, I can assure you they make quality products.
They do have an online store, buy I couldn't find the case there, so here's the eBay link where I bought it:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/140987615518
Thanks for your review. Have a couple of questions for you.
Does the front flip stay fully closed? Can you manipulate the volume keys?
Yes it does and the sight works well.
If you look the 5th picture, you can see the volume up and down indicators. They work normally, as in the original S-View cover.
12 days to Brazil
good review!
Yeah I was shocked with the delivery time. It normally takes around 45 days...
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Yes it does and the sight works well.
If you look the 5th picture, you can see the volume up and down indicators. They work normally, as in the original S-View cover.
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Thanks for answering!
How well does the front cover stay closed? Also, does the view window have plastic protector and is it getting scratched?
dacbeth said:
How well does the front cover stay closed? Also, does the view window have plastic protector and is it getting scratched?
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how well does the magnet for sview work?
Sorry for the late answer, but there you go:
dacbeth said:
How well does the front cover stay closed? Also, does the view window have plastic protector and is it getting scratched?
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evilkokonut said:
how well does the magnet for sview work?
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The magnet works as well as the original S-View cover, and the front door stays closed normally.
Either this or the original one will not stick closed to the phone, seem that the magnet is only for the S-View function, and not to keep it shut,
But I think I got your question: the cover is very plain, it is not bent to the point it would float in some parts of the gadget.
Yes, the window has a kind of glass (some really hard plastic) to protect the phone's screen.
I've been using it for a while already and it does not have any scratch, but I always carry it alone in a pocket...
Is safe to use magnetic book cover for note 5100 .......is their will be battery issue with long term use?
I have attache book cover pic
rabichowdhary said:
Is safe to use magnetic book cover for note 5100 .......is their will be battery issue with long term use?
I have attache book cover pic
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To be quite honest, I just bought my note 8 used on ebay and got it literally yesterday. However, I have been reading a lot of reviews. I haven't heard of the battery being affected by them (apple uses similar covers with magnets), but I have heard of the magnets messing with the wacom tech the s-pen uses.
rabichowdhary said:
Is safe to use magnetic book cover for note 5100 .......is their will be battery issue with long term use?
I have attache book cover pic
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I have been using similar cover(white) since june.
only thing I did was take out the magnets from behind so that they don't interfere with s-pen.
The magnets are just not powerful enough to cause issues with battery(Li-ion/poly) if that all is your primary concern.
In Case if you want to take the magnets out,
just take tablet out, then use a small coin and put it on the tablet and coin should pretty much stick to where the magnets are. once you have nailed the location (small disc magnets), just use a cutter blade to slice the back paper/fabric s bit and you should be able to take out those discs.
put the tablet back in and should be good to go.
Do note that the side flap will stop working once you take magnets out.
thnks for rply
intelliriffer said:
I have been using similar cover(white) since june.
only thing I did was take out the magnets from behind so that they don't interfere with s-pen.
The magnets are just not powerful enough to cause issues with battery(Li-ion/poly) if that all is your primary concern.
In Case if you want to take the magnets out,
just take tablet out, then use a small coin and put it on the tablet and coin should pretty much stick to where the magnets are. once you have nailed the location (small disc magnets), just use a cutter blade to slice the back paper/fabric s bit and you should be able to take out those discs.
put the tablet back in and should be good to go.
Do note that the side flap will stop working once you take magnets out.
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thanks for the helpfull reply buddy
new look of flip case
rabichowdhary said:
thanks for the helpfull reply buddy
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Here what I have done with flip case
I had my Note 8 in a magnetic case for six months with no problems of any kind. I checked it periodically to be safe, and even with a broken screen, the S-pen still works perfectly.
I think it depends on the case design and maybe how strong the magnet is. I tried a case I bought on Amazon that had the flap or buckle type design and it immediately caused problems writing on the screen. I scribbled the pen back and forth.
I'll try to attach a photo of it where you can clearly see the magnet distortion it left on the screen where the pen could not write. It went away after I removed the case.
I scribbled on the left side also because a magnet was there also that turned the tablet on and off, but that magnet caused no problem.
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thnks for sharing
TC93 said:
I think it depends on the case design and maybe how strong the magnet is. I tried a case I bought on Amazon that had the flap or buckle type design and it immediately caused problems writing on the screen. I scribbled the pen back and forth.
I'll try to attach a photo of it where you can clearly see the magnet distortion it left on the screen where the pen could not write. It went away after I removed the case.
I scribbled on the left side also because a magnet was there also that turned the tablet on and off, but that magnet caused no problem.
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thanks for sharing -.-. - -. by the way what note taking App you are using ?
rabichowdhary said:
thanks for sharing -.-. - -. by the way what note taking App you are using ?
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That app in the screenshot is the free app called Write, that was mentioned by some others in another thread. I like it. There are a couple others I like also, such as Papyrus or Lecture Notes, but I don't know a whole lot about them.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2414706
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just got my Note 8 last week.
got a case from amazon... Poetic flip case.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BQ2Y71E/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
it has a on/off feature.
it uses a clasp to hold closed... not magnet.
I have heard a little about the magnet and issues with some digitizers.
it don't seem to affect it. how else can I tell when it causes problems?
will it be permanent?
how many magnets are on the case?
I thought there was only 1.. to do the on/off feature
I've been using this case for a year .. MOKO Slim Cover, without a single problem :
http://www.amazon.com/MoKo-Slim-Cov...o+note+8&pebp=1421914943329&peasin=B00B4BEAM8
I'm guessing it's safe to use cases with magnetic covers as the majority of the probably use very low power magnets, which won't cause any interferance with your device.
Hi all,
Been using the official Flip Case with my Note 8.0 LTE and no battery issues at all.
I did notice that if the front cover is misaligned by even 1/2 a centimeter, it does activate the device, so make sure when you close it its not askew, even slightly.