Anyone tried this one ?
http://www.ion-factory.com/htc_01.html?gclid=CIew9ayX_5kCFRISzAod63lREQ
Would be interested as well. Especially how thick it makes the device. Unfortunately there are no hi-res pictures on the website.
Photos do not really show a lot of detail. So like Georgeous2008 interested to hear from someone who has parted with the cash and tried it.
Point of view design, it pretty much reminds of the Vaja Cases, however, I'm a bit disappointed that the camera part is so much revealed. A little hole would have been sufficient and would provide more protection...
Ordered it
Georgeous2008 said:
Anyone tried this one ?
http://www.ion-factory.com/htc_01.html?gclid=CIew9ayX_5kCFRISzAod63lREQ
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I just ordered the leather grip, it looks businessy just waiting for it to be delivered!
guys before you order it wait for me to review it.....
I have been in touch with ion factory and they are sending me two cases for review....
the leather grip
and organizer
the organizer is not on there website at the moment but it will be on early next week.....
my youtube channel is here: http://www.youtube.com/thewidgetkid
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guys before you order it wait for me to review it.....
I have been in touch with ion factory and they are sending me two cases for review....
the leather grip
and organizer
the organizer is not on there website at the moment but it will be on early next week.....
my youtube channel is here: http://www.youtube.com/thewidgetkid
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waiting on your reviews -- hoping to see them soon. cheers
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guys before you order it wait for me to review it.....
I have been in touch with ion factory and they are sending me two cases for review....
the leather grip
and organizer
the organizer is not on there website at the moment but it will be on early next week.....
my youtube channel is here: http://www.youtube.com/thewidgetkid
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Thanks for the clip . It shows me enough: I would not buy either of them.
chainbolt said:
Thanks for the clip . It shows me enough: I would not buy either of them.
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why not, if i may ask? I think the touch hd cases made by ion are pretty good, from first impressions...
the reviews will be coming soon...
but let me say......
i know i said it was nice in the first video....
but...
this is probably one of the cheapest build quality cases out there....
wait for the video review for more.
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why not, if i may ask? I think the touch hd cases made by ion are pretty good, from first impressions...
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First of all the price (did you check?). The leather case I am now using was half of that. Secondly the 2 flimsy strips that hold the front cover look bad, and I doubt they will last long.
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the reviews will be coming soon...
but let me say......
i know i said it was nice in the first video....
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Once or twice - one day you must count them!
the impulse buyer side of me recently won this battle -- i went ahead and got the case (that video review was taking a while) hehe
my thoughts ..
1) love the front. simple but very classy pattern. sleek. not bulky at all.
2) hate the button on the back. makes the case bulky and it's not very easy to open every time. it would've been a whole lot more sleek if they found a way to make the case without a button of that size (perhaps a magnetic snap mechanism or something, i dunno).
3) too expensive. i say it's not worth the price. times like these make me regret being too impulsive when i shop online haha.
Agreee
vince_b said:
the impulse buyer side of me recently won this battle -- i went ahead and got the case (that video review was taking a while) hehe
my thoughts ..
1) love the front. simple but very classy pattern. sleek. not bulky at all.
2) hate the button on the back. makes the case bulky and it's not very easy to open every time. it would've been a whole lot more sleek if they found a way to make the case without a button of that size (perhaps a magnetic snap mechanism or something, i dunno).
3) too expensive. i say it's not worth the price. times like these make me regret being too impulsive when i shop online haha.
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I totally agree with "Vince B" The case is really good but it doesn't worth the price at all. I don't like the button either, anytime I open d case, I'm always scared of it ripping out (which will happen one day) since it's attached to a thin leather which is glued to the plastic back.
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I just got it, and I must say it HORRIBLE. By all means, do not buy it. The white stitching is so ugly I don't understand why I even bought it, and the worst thing is that there's no cut out for the back camera. According to Clove.co.uk, it has a cut out, but the pictures are inaccurate. But I bought it from PDAir because they are cheaper.
So this was a huge waste of money. So disappointed...
If someone can recommend a flip-top leather case that covers all sides, and cover the entire front of the device (unlike piel farma's), I'd love to hear about it (and see pictures if possible).
is this the one you bought?
http://www.pdair.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=10100000_900000_11000630&products_id=16548
its clear from the pictures that it doesnt have cut out for the camera....
damn slow internet... double post... sorry
joseph.sapri said:
is this the one you bought?
http://www.pdair.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=10100000_900000_11000630&products_id=16548
its clear from the pictures that it doesnt have cut out for the camera....
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I know, but as I contacted Clove's the customer service they clearly said that it does have a cut out. The pictures weren't that clear to me, so I asked. It totally screwed me up...
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I know, but as I contacted Clove's the customer service they clearly said that it does have a cut out. The pictures weren't that clear to me, so I asked. It totally screwed me up...
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I have ordered one and paid for one on ebay, oh dear. Is it really that bad?
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I have ordered one and paid for one on ebay, oh dear. Is it really that bad?
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Well we both liked the sleek look of the Diamond2, so you might dislike the case as I did. It doesn't have a "sophisticated" look like iPhone leather casings, it just has a cheap look and feel. And the lack of back camera cut out is just peculiar...
I ordered another one, this time from Proporta. Now I have to figure out what to do with PDAir's casing, since it cost me 28$ (!) for a really mediocre case.
Don't panic by my words, try it for yourself.
cant you get a refund?
hmmm... I myself just ordered pdair book type case for $28... it does have a cut out, and I hope its good... i think the looks is good enuf, and I have been using similar pdair case for my blue angel for 5 years... and this is the main reason why I am buying another one...
the quality is good and the looks is not bad... I like the white stitching...
btw, is this the one you are buying now?
http://www.clove.co.uk/viewProduct....&product=4F830A92-3B1D-4449-9115-D48F0CCC3419
looks that it doesnt have a cut out too
if you want a good quality one, try:
Piel Frama http://www.mobilehornet.com/archives/2629.
its not cheap though... but then again, you get what you paid for
joseph.sapri said:
cant you get a refund?
hmmm... I myself just ordered pdair book type case for $28... it does have a cut out, and I hope its good... i think the looks is good enuf, and I have been using similar pdair case for my blue angel for 5 years... and this is the main reason why I am buying another one...
the quality is good and the looks is not bad... I like the white stitching...
btw, is this the one you are buying now?
http://www.clove.co.uk/viewProduct....&product=4F830A92-3B1D-4449-9115-D48F0CCC3419
looks that it doesnt have a cut out too
if you want a good quality one, try:
Piel Frama http://www.mobilehornet.com/archives/2629.
its not cheap though... but then again, you get what you paid for
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Yes, it's the one I got. I know the pictures don't show the cut out, but they are not very clear so I sent clove an e-mail to verify this. To my amazement they said it does include a cut out, so I bought it. Sometimes the pictures in the site do not represent the reality.
The book type casing is better I believe, it has a cut out and it looks better. I rather use a flip type, so it's not relevant to me.
I don't like Piel's case because the top of the device is not covered properly, it's peeking out of it. It's like they didn't design the casing very well...
The case came today and to be honest I really like it. I like the look and it feels anything but cheap to me. Yes there is no cut out for the camera buy u just pull back the flip easily to take a photo. Maybe I'm easily pleased but I'm glad I got this now. Phone feels really secure and safe and looks good to me folks
guys, just out of curiosity, did you order your pdair from pdair.com? cause I ordered mine on 18th/06 and they said they would only start shipping it on 24th.. and it would take 7-20 days via hongkong post office to send it to indonesia.... thats a long time...
where did you buy your pdair case, where are you and how long does it take?
cheers
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thepeoplesclub said:
The case came today and to be honest I really like it. I like the look and it feels anything but cheap to me. Yes there is no cut out for the camera buy u just pull back the flip easily to take a photo. Maybe I'm easily pleased but I'm glad I got this now. Phone feels really secure and safe and looks good to me folks
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I'm happy to hear you like the case, as I was very disappointed.
I bought mine from PDAir.com, i'm from Israel and it took about two weeks.
I'm suprised by the comments about the quality
side by side my daimond case with my vario ...the quality is the same as the porprota case except that there is no metal insert over the screen. I guess it is slghtly more bulky as a design
Posting another review... This time of a BookGem for those still searching for a stable stand for our G/Tablets.
Its very stable and portable (IMHO).
Check the review and let me know what you think of it, or if you also have the bookgem stand.
Review of BOOKGEM (stand)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6eBzXhsADD0
Review of the Kindle DX case
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=33nHFhjZKZU
I'll reviews more products for our Gtablets as they come in.
Saved for another review...
Thanks S2W for the review. I have a question for you. I also have the bookgem but don't know if mine is defective. When opened the gem sits on the front spring rather then the the two front feet. It seems like there should be a rubber pad on these (to stop it from sliding and holding the gem above the spring hub). Does yours sit this way?
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Thanks S2W for the review. I have a question for you. I also have the bookgem but don't know if mine is defective. When opened the gem sits on the front spring rather then the the two front feet. It seems like there should be a rubber pad on these (to stop it from sliding and holding the gem above the spring hub). Does yours sit this way?
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Your welcome... The spring hub is aligned with the 2 front feet of my stand. I did notice that when I closed the rear legs, the spring hub is no longer aligned. Standing the bookgem this way will give you a bit of that teeter-totter action since its meant to stand on an angle. But don't care for it as much in this position since it becomes no longer use as a stand but closed to put away.
Overall, I like the stand. Hopefully you're within your timescale and can return it back if defective. IMO, Its kind of useless to me, if you dont have the front feet stabled and aligned because of the spring hub dropping lower.
We have to trust that our Gtabs are secured. So if your unsure I would return it.
Glad you you caught the video.
Book Gem
I've had my book gem over the weekend and had to make one mod.
just above the book gem sticker there were are two pyramid looking stubs.
I took an excacto knife (a box cutter knife should work as well) to reduce the stubs and filed the remain flat.
Other then that I love my Gtab Gem. With the legs in, it's easier to hold with one hand, imo.
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S2W said:
Posting another review... This time of a BookGem for those still searching for a stable stand for our G/Tablets.
Its very stable and portable (IMHO).
Check the review and let me know what you think of it, or if you also have the bookgem stand.
Review of BOOKGEM (stand)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6eBzXhsADD0
Review of the Kindle DX case
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=33nHFhjZKZU
I'll reviews more products for our Gtablets as they come in.
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Is this case crown case for DX at the Amazon?
rob_z11 said:
Is this case crown case for DX at the Amazon?
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Yes it is... and here is a link to the case I ordered from amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/CaseCrown-Genuine-Leather-Interior-Compartments/dp/B002QI0X1K/ref=pd_luc_sbs_02_01_t_lh
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Yes it is... and here is a link to the case I ordered from amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/CaseCrown-Genuine-Leather-Interior-Compartments/dp/B002QI0X1K/ref=pd_luc_sbs_02_01_t_lh
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Thanks for the info. I will be ordering tomorrow.
Black leather case delivered
Thank you for your excellent YouTube review. I'm now enjoying the leather case that arrived today. An excellent fit, no problems with port access or power/volume buttons. Definitely adds class to the G-Tab experience. I highly recommend it!
Stand and Case Together
Great videos!
I really like both the case and the stand, but would like to use them together. Is it possible to use the gtab with the stand while it is still in the case? Maybe you could do another video review of both together
Anyone know of a Kindle DX case that folds over into a stand in landscape mode? The only ones I have seen the stand is in portrait mode.
Thanks!
I must thank you. I was going back and forth between getting the Kindle DX case and the Zec case. I was on the fence about the Kindle case, but your video review totally solidified my decision. Got mine in today, and I couldn't be happier.
Thanks, man!
Saw your review of the Kindle case on YouTube. It was instrumental in my decision to order it for every day use. Thank you for taking the time to put it up there.
I had ordered and received one of those cases with the built-in usb keyboard before I made this decision as the keyboard is not silicone and will damage my screen if I decided to use it every day. The other case also didn't really keep my tablet secure at all and I felt it would slip out of it at any given moment.
I stopped carrying my powerhouse laptop with me when I travel on business (with the power adapter it weighs about 20 lbs). Now I just carry my G Tablet and use LogMeIn Ignition for Android to remote in to my laptop I keep at my office. I kept the other case so I can use it when I travel on business and need to type a lot. But I am really looking forward to receiving this Kindle DX cover so I can use it every day.
rob_z11 said:
Thanks for the info. I will be ordering tomorrow.
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BleuM&M said:
Thank you for your excellent YouTube review. I'm now enjoying the leather case that arrived today. An excellent fit, no problems with port access or power/volume buttons. Definitely adds class to the G-Tab experience. I highly recommend it!
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craigwillie said:
Great videos!
I really like both the case and the stand, but would like to use them together. Is it possible to use the gtab with the stand while it is still in the case? Maybe you could do another video review of both together
Anyone know of a Kindle DX case that folds over into a stand in landscape mode? The only ones I have seen the stand is in portrait mode.
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ayuforever said:
I must thank you. I was going back and forth between getting the Kindle DX case and the Zec case. I was on the fence about the Kindle case, but your video review totally solidified my decision. Got mine in today, and I couldn't be happier.
Thanks, man!
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sjmoreno said:
Saw your review of the Kindle case on YouTube. It was instrumental in my decision to order it for every day use. Thank you for taking the time to put it up there.
I had ordered and received one of those cases with the built-in usb keyboard before I made this decision as the keyboard is not silicone and will damage my screen if I decided to use it every day. The other case also didn't really keep my tablet secure at all and I felt it would slip out of it at any given moment.
I stopped carrying my powerhouse laptop with me when I travel on business (with the power adapter it weighs about 20 lbs). Now I just carry my G Tablet and use LogMeIn Ignition for Android to remote in to my laptop I keep at my office. I kept the other case so I can use it when I travel on business and need to type a lot. But I am really looking forward to receiving this Kindle DX cover so I can use it every day.
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Im excited that my videos helped make your decisions a bit easier. There is nothing like actually seeing something in action over still pics.
We are here to help eachother out, that's what a community is about and XDA is one of the best out there.
Will make more as I get stuff for our tables.
Enjoy...
In the video, it looks like the wings come in contact with the touchscreen itself when placed in portrait. In light of how strong those springs look, I wouldn't want them in contact with the touchscreen at all. Perhaps this case is more for landscape only?
festivus said:
In the video, it looks like the wings come in contact with the touchscreen itself when placed in portrait. In light of how strong those springs look, I wouldn't want them in contact with the touchscreen at all. Perhaps this case is more for landscape only?
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After reading this post I tried to place the gtab on portrait and carefully examine what you stated above... with mines it doesnt touch the screen, I will say that the paddings are close by the border of the touch screen but does not effect it. I can only speak for myself on this.
Hope that helps.
Thank you SIR!
THANKS!
I was looking for something and came across your article.. Well Done!
I just ordered mine this morning.. Thanks to you..
~Robb
craigwillie said:
Great videos!
I really like both the case and the stand, but would like to use them together. Is it possible to use the gtab with the stand while it is still in the case? Maybe you could do another video review of both together
Anyone know of a Kindle DX case that folds over into a stand in landscape mode? The only ones I have seen the stand is in portrait mode.
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I'm with the gentleman above. I would love to purchase this one but can it adequately be used as a landscape stand? That's really the make or break decision for me. I currently use the cheap carrying case from Sears to hold it so I may opt for the Bookgem or another case.
goalweiser said:
I'm with the gentleman above. I would love to purchase this one but can it adequately be used as a landscape stand? That's really the make or break decision for me. I currently use the cheap carrying case from Sears to hold it so I may opt for the Bookgem or another case.
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It is a great video, but some people got lucky with this case as I have just received it, and couple of corner holders won't catch the corner really well in my case.
I am thinking about returning it.
rob_z11 said:
It is a great video, but some people got lucky with this case as I have just received it, and couple of corner holders won't catch the corner really well in my case.
I am thinking about returning it.
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Thanks for the heads up. I ordered one yesterday. They haven't shipped it out yet so I could cancel but I think for $20, I'll take the risk. They do have great return policies.
I know the one with the keyboard is comparable priced but after putting aaron's back cover on mine, I don't really want to stick velcro on the back of it to keep it in place.
I guess I just should have opted for the Book gem and continued to use the Sears carrying case.
rob_z11 said:
It is a great video, but some people got lucky with this case as I have just received it, and couple of corner holders won't catch the corner really well in my case.
I am thinking about returning it.
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I was just coming on to post this because it seems as if this company is selling a different case now. My case doesn't have the same sheen on the outside, nor do I have the larger pockets on the inside like the one in the video. Never the less, it seems to hold the tablet the same, so I'm fine with it. Best option I've seen for the price I paid. ( $18.50 with free shipping.) I should add that I'm fine with the smaller inside pockets, as they don't push on the screen like the one in the video, but I do wish I had the outer cover as it does look like a better quality than the case I have.
I need some help looking for a case. I would like something folio style, but all of the pictures of the M1, Px cases look like they stand very upright. I am looking for a case that will lean back to allow it to sit and use as a keyboard stand. Anyone have any ideas for me?
Thanks!
-J
CLIP
I got a CLIP from it2steve's web store and it works as exactly as you are wanting it to. It comes with 3 grooves on one side so you can have the gTab in 3 viewing angles but if you let it all the way down as shown in the attached photo it's perfect for typing.
As a new GTablet owner I was looking for a good case as well. The Clip looks sweet but it seems to be sold out from it2steve's store.
Anyone know where I can score this sweet looking case?
sjmoreno said:
I got a CLIP from it2steve's web store and it works as exactly as you are wanting it to. It comes with 3 grooves on one side so you can have the gTab in 3 viewing angles but if you let it all the way down as shown in the attached photo it's perfect for typing.
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sj
you pretty happy with your Clip? I was leaning towards the M1, but another forum thread said that magnets in that case cause the screen to freak out...back on the Clip if those who have one are happy....
thanks for info...
smapdi said:
As a new GTablet owner I was looking for a good case as well. The Clip looks sweet but it seems to be sold out from it2steve's store.
Anyone know where I can score this sweet looking case?
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I'm pretty sure that's the only place to get them. You just have to keep a close eye on the site. I managed to snag one last week, but they were only in stock for a couple of hours.
smapdi said:
As a new GTablet owner I was looking for a good case as well. The Clip looks sweet but it seems to be sold out from it2steve's store.
Anyone know where I can score this sweet looking case?
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I think I read on his last email that he's got 120 CLIP cases coming in the next shipment.
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sj
you pretty happy with your Clip? I was leaning towards the M1, but another forum thread said that magnets in that case cause the screen to freak out...back on the Clip if those who have one are happy....
thanks for info...
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Yeah, I heard that too about the magnets on the M1.
I am very happy with my CLIP case. In my opinion it is the only Apple quality accessory we have for the gTab at the moment. It's well worth the extra cash and I can't recommend it any better.
Thanks SJ! Exactly what I'm looking for. Appreciate the pic.
-J
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sj
...another forum thread said that magnets in that case cause the screen to freak out...
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I tried moving a small (1/4" diameter x 1/8" thick disk) rare earth magnet near the screen of my GTab, and didn't see any effects. Has anyone else tried any experiments? How large is the magnet in the case?
I saw a clip style case at staples that's made for the xoom- any chance it would fit our g-tabs?
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I'm pretty sure that's the only place to get them. You just have to keep a close eye on the site. I managed to snag one last week, but they were only in stock for a couple of hours.
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available now both black and white on AliExpress for $58 shipped, if you would rather spend the time waiting for it in transit from Asia rather than waiting for it to get restocked @ Steve.
Check the thread here.
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I saw a clip style case at staples that's made for the xoom- any chance it would fit our g-tabs?
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No. I looked into this a few weeks ago (don't remember where I posted that) and the Xoom and gTabs are different sizes. If I remember correctly the gTab was bigger/longer than the Xoom.
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sj
you pretty happy with your Clip? I was leaning towards the M1, but another forum thread said that magnets in that case cause the screen to freak out...back on the Clip if those who have one are happy....
thanks for info...
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As an M1 owner who's used it for a couple of weeks now, I can tell you that the magnet issue, like most things on the Internet, is blown way out of proportion. I use the tablet daily at work, have used it shopping for replacement flooring/furniture for our flooded gameroom, and sitting on the reclining sofa playing Angry Birds. I've never had a problem with the magnets reducing screen responsiveness or "freaking out". My only complaint is that over time, the GTab tends to settle further down in the case, half-hiding the camera and all but covering the ambient light sensor. If you don't plan on propping it up on a desk as often as I do, it makes a wonderful case.
M1 Case and G Tab Screen
I got an M1 case on Monday so I've had it for 3 days now. The fit, feel and look of the case are all excellent so far on mine, however, the it does mess with the screen. The longer it stays in the case the worse it gets. I have done tests in and out of the case, putting to sleep or not, rebooting or not and now have no doubt it is the case but I am not sure if its actually the magnets or not. It could just be the case itself touching the edges of the screen all day. In any case, (some pun intended) the longer it stays in the case, the harder you have to press the outside portions of the screen to get it to react. Mine eventually gets to the point where you cannot press hard enough to get the keys on the keyboard to function. When this happens I put it to sleep, pull it out of the case, wake it up and it works like new again. I will probably be investing in a black clip myself in the near future. This could just be a problem with my particular Gtab and it may not effect others at all but that is my short bit of experience with the M1 Case.
There's a few black clip cases in stock at it2steve's web store now.
WI Global Technology Case for GTablet - $16, delv'd
miatawnt2b said:
I need some help looking for a case. I would like something folio style, but all of the pictures of the M1, Px cases look like they stand very upright. I am looking for a case that will lean back to allow it to sit and use as a keyboard stand. Anyone have any ideas for me?
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For anyone who doesn't want to spend $50-$60 on a case for a $300 item, WI Global Technology has cheap alternatives. One with clips, one with elastic.
I got the one with clips. For $16 - It's OK.
All ports are accessible.
It's vinyl - NOT leather.
The covers extend about 1/16th" beyond the GTab - just enough protection (for me, anyay)
As you can see. the kickstand angle is about 75 degrees - it would probably be better if it were more like 60.
For $16 delivered, you get what you pay for (maybe a bit more... ymmv).
Search eBay for "fashion leather case gtablet"
- michael
and before anyone asks...
yes, those are LED indicators by the back/menu/home/search buttons.
It's a custom mod which can be seen here
slsmag said:
For anyone who doesn't want to spend $50-$60 on a case for a $300 item, WI Global Technology has cheap alternatives. One with clips, one with elastic.
I got the one with clips. For $16 - It's OK.
All ports are accessible.
It's vinyl - NOT leather.
The covers extend about 1/16th" beyond the GTab - just enough protection (for me, anyay)
As you can see. the kickstand angle is about 75 degrees - it would probably be better if it were more like 60.
For $16 delivered, you get what you pay for (maybe a bit more... ymmv).
Search eBay for "fashion leather case gtablet"
- michael
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It's WIT Global. I just ordered one for me. $15.99 shipped. It's coming from Hong Kong, so I wonder how long it will take.
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It's coming from Hong Kong, so I wonder how long it will take.
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Mine arrived in just about 2 weeks.
StingRay_ said:
sj
you pretty happy with your Clip? I was leaning towards the M1, but another forum thread said that magnets in that case cause the screen to freak out...back on the Clip if those who have one are happy....
thanks for info...
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Hmmm been using the M1 for a few weeks now. Never noticed this magnet issue. I know magnets can mess with hard drives but never heard of it messing with an LCD. Doesn't the ipad 2 smart cover have like 70 magnets?
EDIT: Looked it up, 31 magnets.
Found on eBay and ordered. About $40 US. Will report back when I get it. Looks good at first blush.
Got an email stating the case is on its way. Actually, in this country so hopefully should have it in hand within days.
Arrived today. Not bad shipping from the UK I must say!
First impressions: Nice feel to what doesn't seem like top-grain cowhide but better than I honestly expected. Smooth and supple. Overall construction better than average. Little fuzzy end that you can see on the lid will be trimmed but that's the only one. Snaps are secure and hidden when closed (nice touch!). Magnetic closure on top flap not too tight but no danger of flipping open. I know the stitching "looks" light but it's really black. None of the ports are covered. Dock fits quite snug as does the tab. Both join up nicely and the case wraps well around both. Camera opening line up well.
Overall, I am quite pleased.
November Update:
After using the case for a couple months now remain very please with the durability of the case overall. Have not done anything special, just back and forth to work and back. Great deal. Very pleased.
Finally ! This is the type of case that I have been searching for. Looking forward to your review.
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Finally ! This is the type of case that I have been searching for. Looking forward to your review.
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Same here. Now that the battery drain on my keyboard has been repaired I also wanted something like this. Did not want to shell out over $100 for the TufLuv case though.
It's coming from across the pond so it'll be a while I suspect.
Looking forward to your reply as well.
seems to come with a bunch of accessories. i just ordered mine as well
I'm in too... Good find (hopefully)!
I'm in too... Good find (hopefully)!
Wonder how long shipping will take to the US :0
Found the same thing for $30.00 without the accessories..
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Asus-Eee-Pa...?pt=US_Tablet_Accessories&hash=item415db09c6b
Lokks said:
Found the same thing for $30.00 without the accessories..
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Asus-Eee-Pa...?pt=US_Tablet_Accessories&hash=item415db09c6b
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Must say I saw that (or something like it) earlier. I tend to shy away from ordering anything from HK or China only because it takes so dang long to ship anything!!! Thought shipping from England might be shorter.
thanks
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Must say I saw that (or something like it) earlier. I tend to shy away from ordering anything from HK or China only because it takes so dang long to ship anything!!! Thought shipping from England might be shorter.
thanks
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No problem I will await your review.
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seems to come with a bunch of accessories. i just ordered mine as well
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Gotten yours yet? Mine arrived today
http://www.digglove.com/tablet-pc-accessories_asus-tf101.html
I found this leather case for Asus Eee Pad TF101
Although good price, but i think the quality is not bad. valuable!
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First impressions: Nice feel to what doesn't seem like top-grain cowhide but better than I honestly expected. Smooth and supple. Overall construction better than average.
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Overall, I am quite pleased.
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Hmm!
I got the tuff-luv verison from amazon (used vouchers so it cost me nothing)
This one sounds better!
The tuff-luv one fits OK mostly. But the ports on the keyboard can be blocked when you open it as the keyboard is only fastened at the front so it slides back as you open the case. The back camera partly obscured as well!
This is a straight 1on1 copy from the tuff luv version, except for a few minor details.
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This is a straight 1on1 copy from the tuff luv version, except for a few minor details.
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True I think.
The Tuff-luv version has a stand on the back of the tablet case. Its fixed position, but actually works farly well for my useage. The keyboard looks better held on this version though.
On balance I think this ones is actually slightly better!
Thanks for the review and the pics ! Does it work well as a tablet only case (without the keyboard attached ?
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Thanks for the review and the pics ! Does it work well as a tablet only case (without the keyboard attached ?
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Sure does and has the same flap to prop up the tab. Works seamlessly with both. Quite a snug/secure fit. Agree that it's a Tuf-Luv clone. I wanted the Tuf-Luv but just couldn't justify the price! Very pleased with this one.
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Gotten yours yet? Mine arrived today
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i just got it today not bad. fits perfectly but the stylus is a tad nonsensitive. a few wads of cotton stuffed in its cap worked
by the way for those of you who want it. the deal is slightly changed. the seller is giving 2 screen protectors this time :/
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i just got it today not bad. fits perfectly but the stylus is a tad nonsensitive. a few wads of cotton stuffed in its cap worked
by the way for those of you who want it. the deal is slightly changed. the seller is giving 2 screen protectors this time :/
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Ditch the stylus. The Adonit Jot is the stylus to get. Amazing stylus. Works excellently with the TF.
thanks for the idea. Ordered this yesterday, got an email saying that it was shipped today. May take a while to get to NY, so we'll see. Thanks again.
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thanks for the idea. Ordered this yesterday, got an email saying that it was shipped today. May take a while to get to NY, so we'll see. Thanks again.
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You're quite welcome. Took less time than I thought it would. Enjoy it.
Just got this case from Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005MZ35NM/ref=cm_sw_r_an_am_ap_am_us?ie=UTF8
Amazingly the only folio I've been able to find. I have the same style case for my iPad and I must set this is the way to go. Though I can see the desire for a portrait mode . The hand strap is a great touch for that.
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Wow nice find.
Not sure if it's the same kind of case, but I just found
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/M-Edge+...218402861274&skuId=3441552&st=nook&cp=1&lp=15
while I was looking for a case of my own. Since the Amazon one is out of stock, it seems like an alternative.
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Just got this case from Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005MZ35NM/ref=cm_sw_r_an_am_ap_am_us?ie=UTF8
Amazingly the only folio I've been able to find. I have the same style case for my iPad and I must set this is the way to go. Though I can see the desire for a portrait mode . The hand strap is a great touch for that.
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It looks great and the size is perfect - compact and slim. How does it feel in hands - solid? Does it block the mic hole at the top?
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It looks great and the size is perfect - compact and slim. How does it feel in hands - solid? Does it block the mic hole at the top?
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Looking at the pics, it looks like the NT would snap into it at the four corners rather than any edges. The NT's mic is a small hole at the top of the device, offset from the center. I doubt this case would block it.
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Sorry, I should check the reply more closely before posting. I was looking at the one from Best Buy.
This is the one I picked up. It's pretty nice, a couple of different angles to stand the NT up, and it surrounds the whole thing, so it's pretty secure.
edit: I'm not allowed to post links yet, but search on amazon for crazy on digital's folio case for the Nook Color
This may seem like a dumb question, but can you stand it up in portrait mode with this case?
@DssTrainer Has it came in yet? What do you think of it?
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@DssTrainer Has it came in yet? What do you think of it?
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Im also interested what you think of it. I was thinking about buying the official barns and noble leather writers case but this onle looks decent for the price.
http://www.amazon.com/CrazyOnDigital-Leather-Protector-eReader-Package/dp/B006598LRO/ref=pd_cp_e_1
Just noticed this one, comes with a screen protector and its fulfilled by amazon. Maybe a nice alternative to the other ones that have been shown.
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http://www.amazon.com/CrazyOnDigital-Leather-Protector-eReader-Package/dp/B006598LRO/ref=pd_cp_e_1
Just noticed this one, comes with a screen protector and its fulfilled by amazon. Maybe a nice alternative to the other ones that have been shown.
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I had this one for the nook color, and I loved it.
Well i just bought one from amazon. It will be hear Wednesday. I will Take pictures, and write a in-depth review on it by next Friday. I will probably be buying a couple cases, and writing reviews to help people make their decision. Im starting with this one because it has the holes for speaker in it. Which is an important feature.
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Well i just bought one from amazon. It will be hear Wednesday. I will Take pictures, and write a in-depth review on it by next Friday. I will probably be buying a couple cases, and writing reviews to help people make their decision. Im starting with this one because it has the holes for speaker in it. Which is an important feature.
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I look forward to the reviews. I don't even know what type of case I want. It will be nice to see comparisons.
i have the nook color version from this same company and i love it...it looks very nice and very comfortable and has at least 4 viewing angles but only in landscape mode.no portrait mode viewing.
JAVOedge Austin Back Flip Case for the Barnes & Noble Nook Color / Nook Tablet - Latest Generation (Gray)
(I'm new to XDA and I did not permitt to post links... )
This one looks great but expensive. $34.99 . Hope I can find one better... $34.99...
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Just noticed this one, comes with a screen protector and its fulfilled by amazon. Maybe a nice alternative to the other ones that have been shown.
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Just ordered this one, great price hopefully its great quality.
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http://www.amazon.com/CrazyOnDigital-Leather-Protector-eReader-Package/dp/B006598LRO/ref=pd_cp_e_1
Just noticed this one, comes with a screen protector and its fulfilled by amazon. Maybe a nice alternative to the other ones that have been shown.
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ordered this before I even saw your post.
Got it, hate it. No way to really fold the cover back and use it in portrait mode. Cover doesn't close flush with the nook.
Really nice quality leather.
If you case closes flush with the nook then I might be wiling to get a replacement and see if this one is defective but I don't think the magnets are strong enough/the groves to hold it in portrait prevent it from closing flush.
Just got the Speck Fitfolio in black. It fits very well and does not make it feel bulky at all. They have also extended the "vegan leather" on the back over the hard shell making it look far nicer.
Ok I purchased this case. Like the feel of it and its not too bulky. BUT, whatever chemicle they used to coat the leather absorbed into the bezel of my nooks rubber paint coating and caused a brown spotted discoloring.... I tried to clean it with alcohol and other cleaning products but its absorbed in the coating ... im pretty pissed to be honest. I just orders a skinomi woodgrain skin to cover the damage up, and plan on taking pictures and contacting the case manufactor to have them buy me a new nook! WARNING TO ALL!
I purchased this case
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005MZ35NM/..._am_us?ie=UTF8
I've had it for about 3 weeks but haven't used it due to a very
strong chemical smell. The smell transferred to my hands after unpacking the case.
I've been waiting for the smell to go away before using it but after reading posts regarding damage the Nook finish I may never use it.
At the time I purchased my Nook I also picked up a B&N case that was discounted 30%. It's much better quality, I really like clips that hold it in place. Very quick and easy to pop the Nook in and out. The B&N case was approximately $10 higher cost but I feel it's higher quality case and worth the cost difference.