The case that comes with the K-Jam isnt as small as it could be so I would like to get a case that is a little more form fitting.
Has anyone looked at the leather case that pdair.com has for the k-Jam/wizard? I cant tell how it attaches to the K-Jam but I think its got a clear plastic sheet that fits in between the screen and keyboard and covers the keyboard. That is why I am reluctant to buy case. I had something like that for my PDA2K and I didnt like the plastic sheet in between keyboard and screen. It seemed that the screen would not slide so easily before using the case and afterwards the screen seemed to be loose and slide to easily. I dont want to mess up the tight feel of the screen / keyboard on this one.
If you know anything about this case or any other please post a response.
Darrin
I am thinking of getting one of the cases on theis page: www.krusell.se. I like the Horizontic style. The cases are shown under the ETEN m500 size but the m500 and K-Jam are about the same size.
The Krusell cases are well made and fit well, but they are not smaller than the stock cases.
Look http://www.krusell.se/product.php?productID=2089&category=16 or http://www.krusell.se/product.php?productID=2128&category=42 although the pdair and piel frama are the only ones that allow you to use the keyboard whilst in the case. I have the pdair.com one and it fits my needs (I am able to use the keybaord quite effectively with the plastic cover (it doesn't cover all of it); I have had the plastic 'crumple' a few times but this minor problem is more than outweighed by the benefits.
these flip cases look quite good
http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/product/8458.htm
I got the Proporta Alu leather case and it is very nice and allows keyboard usage.
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I got the Proporta Alu leather case and it is very nice and allows keyboard usage.
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It looks almost identical to the PDAir one. Nice aluminium insert which works with their magnetic car holder. Since when did aluminium react to magnetism??? (I know the probably have a thin magnet insert btw)
Hello,
These cases are also compatible with HTC Wizard:
http://www.expansys.pt/product.asp?code=124376
http://www.expansys.pt/product.asp?code=123697
Anyone has one of them?
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Francisco Teixeira
Krusell the way forward...
Krusell is the way forward, with the multidapt clip of course...
http://www.krusell.se/product.php?productID=2089&category
Look on EBay for best prices :wink:
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zaki67 said:
I got the Proporta Alu leather case and it is very nice and allows keyboard usage.
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It looks almost identical to the PDAir one. Nice aluminium insert which works with their magnetic car holder. Since when did aluminium react to magnetism??? (I know the probably have a thin magnet insert btw)
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Do you have the book style (landscape-opening) or the flip style (portrait opening) model?
You don't find any problem with opening and closing the keyboard, with that plastic insert?
I've had the PDAir leather case (flip format -- hinge on the bottom) for several weeks now -- it works pretty well for the most part. It's a bit tricky putting the Wizard in the case; the plastic bit that fits between the keyboard & LCD has a Velcro bit on the end that's a bit thick for the space provided. Said Velcro piece attaches to the case via a tab that folds up over the right side, between the camera button & IR port -- unfortunately it covers the reset hole.
The case is a bit loose-fitting, which probably can't be fixed without sacrificing the ability to deploy the keyboard; AFAIK, it's the only case that lets you use the keyboard without removing the Wizard from the case. It's not as good as the Krusell I used with my BlueAngel, but it's good enough.
** I will post some pictures later today - I'm at work currently **
The Nillkin Fresh case came about 2-3 days ago and I was quite excited. But that was short lived. The case is a faux-leather flip cover case with a thin plastic shell on that clips to the phone. It looks decent enough, but I have some problems with mine (possibly QC problems):
The case though didn't completely fit!! Along the right side (near the SD/SIM) it is a bit warped - not bad or noticeable unless your looking right at it and for it.
The case is held closed by a magnet, but the magnet on the flip cover is quite small which then requires it to be precisely over the other pole or it does nothing. Not a big deal, but I wish this was thought out better.
Additionally, one of the main features of the case is (link below) how the case being used as a stand. The flip cover is a tri-fold design which should act as a stand but I haven't had much luck with it. The inside of the seemingly leather flip cover is a soft touch, almost suede, material that is quite slippery. This plus the fact that the case seems to be needing to be broken in makes for the "stand" feature unusable... it falls right over currently. (I have tried multiple configurations).
Over all, I bought the case on eBay for $9.99 with no shipping cost (ships from china - companies home country) and it took about 15 days to get here (in the US). Not bad, but I am already looking for a replacement that will make my device feel premium again rather then cheap.
Would I recommend this case? Yes, but only as a temporary case until more come out - like the official Sony cases or a case from Incipio (link below).
** Complete side note: I had a Nillkin case for my old Nexus 4 which only lasted a few short months because the leather started to peel away from the flip cover! I knew this would be a temporary case when I bought it, so keep that in mind!
http://www.nillkin.com/english/proshow.asp?mid=2&sid=0&tid=0&cid=1&scid=13&id=3526&page=1
http://www.incipio.com/cases/smartphone-cases/sony-smartphones/sony-xperia-z-ultra-cases.html
I was fortunate to get to try that case out and many others (being in hk and china) - and I posted about this case. It's unfortunate you didn't read my post and what case eventually went with in the big Z ultra case thread.
This case is definitely not recommended if you want one to work well with desk stand, and want to use the trifold ipad style cover as a stand.
The snap-in style plastic mounts doesn't make it easy to pop in and out of to use the desk stand, and the plastic mounts are shiny thus looks and feels cheap.
Finally, the cover doesn't even come close to the quality and feel of the ipad cover, even the vinyl kind. The material is stiff and plasticky and most importantly doesn't fold together to function as a working stand at all. It will unfold/collapse and fall over.
In addition, there's an issue with the the magnet. With the magnet closed, there is a gap between the last third of the tri-fold cover and the phone's screen. This gap exists because the case (mold or design) is not the right fit - the wider flap makes it essentially unable to align with the opposing magnet. If you try to push the flap down to get rid of the gap, you inadvertently push/slide the magnet off and the cover comes loose. In practice, the magnet will never be engaged because you'll always push the cover down somehow (pocket, bag, stacking something on top).
The only Nillkin I recommend is the http://www.nillkin.com/english/proshow.asp?mid=2&sid=0&tid=0&cid=1&scid=13&id=3516&page=1 shield case. I ended up buying the black one for scenarios where I don't want a flip cover. The fit is good, texture is good (good grippy backside), and it doesn't look too cheap (no shiny plastic). It's decent protection for rougher than usual situations. There are sections where there's a thin piece of plastic on the edge of the phone (like over the usb flap) where it feels weak, cheap and easily breakable. Besides that only issue, I like this case as a back-up.
For a flip cover case that works well with a desk stand, actually stands up, and feels decent quality - I recommend Kaso and Krussell. I went with Kaso as a cheaper alternative for now.
So I guess it's not just me... which is kind of a bummer, but I have already found a replacement. Now if only October 22 was here (my Birthday) I could get a new case!
Thanks for the replay, some good thoughts there!
toonhead85
Funny how the 2 Nillkin cases the OP talks about are the exact 2 I bought online.
I bought the white Fresh, and Yellow leather.
Anyway, after having used both, now I know that flip covers, despite the protection it gives, tend to get in the way of general use. Answering calls involve one extra hassle step.
Taking pictures, you have to roll the flip cover up into the triangle as if you are going to use it as a stand and hold it in your left hand, because simply flipping it and folding it over will obstruct the camera.
Nothing wrong with the build quality...I am sure it is better than most cheapos out there. All the useful ports are left uncovered (one of the reasons why I chose Nillkin...there is actual thought process that has gone into the design). If you want to use the magnetic charging port, not many other manufacturers apart from Nillkin make them uncovered.
The yellow I chose is less vibrant in colour (than what it seemed on screen), and does not go so well with the white ZU I have, so that got retired until the day I get SBH-52 and leave my phone in the bag.
For the Nillkin Fresh, I got in white, and am very happy with it, and currently in use.
It has a nice tight fit, seems to be made of good tough plastic, and the texture on the back helps with general grip.
I did make one modification to it, because even though the magnetic charging port is left open by design, it was impossible to get a good connection while the pone was still in the case. So I cut off the thin strip that runs along the screen side of the mag port. Filed it down with nail clipper file, and now it is perfect. It has not lost structural rigidity.
The number of times that i thought that I had closed the USB port properly, but was still slightly open (thus not making it fully waterproof) has prompted me to get the magnetic charging cable. I knew it was something I wanted while I was out choosing the case, so for those who are still looking for cases, I won't say go Nillkin, but make sure you go for one that has the magnetic charging port uncovered.
Whether you buy DK-30 is a different debate. Some like it, but some find it expensive for what it is. There are not many covers out there tat allow you to dock with it on.
But the USB magnetic charging cable is something I believe every ZU owner should have. For that reason get a cover with the port uncovered.
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I did make one modification to it, because even though the magnetic charging port is left open by design, it was impossible to get a good connection while the pone was still in the case. So I cut off the thin strip that runs along the screen side of the mag port. Filed it down with nail clipper file, and now it is perfect. It has not lost structural rigidity.
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Can we please get pictures of this modification? Keen to replicate. Otherwise attractive looking case, be a shame to waste.
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Can we please get pictures of this modification? Keen to replicate. Otherwise attractive looking case, be a shame to waste.
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Here u go
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Nothing wrong with the build quality...
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I came back to post a quick update about the case I got and this caught my eye... actually the build quality is the reason as well!!
The case is broken ><. On the top left hand side (near the charging port) the case has snapped. A piece is broken clean off and only after about 2 weeks. I know the case was $10, but I also had build quality issues with a Nexus 4 case, so I am going to say the quality is rather low.
With this new information, I am going to say stay away from this case. The long import time (from HK to US), and poor quality aren't worth it. Spend the few extra bucks and get a quality case you will have for more than a few weeks.
Just my 2 cents though...
toonhead85
Got myself an Xperia tablet z yesterday and love it, however I'm not a fan of the usb charging flap, so I have just decided to splash out £30 and buy a sgp-ds5 so I can simply slide my tablet in over night and charge without messing about
I'm looking for a case that can remain on, but still allow me to use the dock, I have a few simple needs from the case.
Protection is low down on my list, my tablet will never leave the house, the case is actually more of a stand, I am looking for a case that works as a great stand when I sit down and have the tablet on my lap.I never use the tablet at a table,I just use it when sitting on the couch or when laying in bed, I am looking for a stand that holds the tablet at a nice angel whilst on my lap?
The other thing is price I want one at a reasonable price, I like the official case, but it's silly money for me.
I see a lot about the poetic case, does it fit in the dock? Also the way it works as a stand, doesn't look like it would work well on a lap, looks like it works fine on a table, but as I said I never sit at a table.
Thanks
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Got myself an Xperia tablet z yesterday and love it, however I'm not a fan of the usb charging flap, so I have just decided to splash out £30 and buy a sgp-ds5 so I can simply slide my tablet in over night and charge without messing about I'm looking for a case that can remain on, but still allow me to use the dock, I have a few simple needs from the case. Protection is low down on my list, my tablet will never leave the house, the case is actually more of a stand, I am looking for a case that works as a great stand when I sit down and have the tablet on my lap.I never use the tablet at a table,I just use it when sitting on the couch or when laying in bed, I am looking for a stand that holds the tablet at a nice angel whilst on my lap? The other thing is price I want one at a reasonable price, I like the official case, but it's silly money for me. I see a lot about the poetic case, does it fit in the dock? Also the way it works as a stand, doesn't look like it would work well on a lap, looks like it works fine on a table, but as I said I never sit at a table. Thanks
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The only case I know of that can remain on the XTZ when sitting it in the charging cradle is Sony's XTZ case. I own the XTZ case and I found that even though the XTZ fit in the cradle with the case on, it was not really practical. I also own three other cases (currently using a Poetic case) which require the case to be removed before placing the XTZ in the cradle. But that is not a problem for me. It only takes a few seconds to remove the XTZ from its case or to put it back into its case. I also feel charging the XTZ with its case removed allows the XTZ to better dissipate the heat caused by the charging, which is a good thing.
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The only case I know of that can remain on the XTZ when sitting it in the charging cradle is Sony's XTZ case. I own the XTZ case and I found that even though the XTZ fit in the cradle with the case on, it was not really practical. I also own three other cases (currently using a Poetic case) which require the case to be removed before placing the XTZ in the cradle. But that is not a problem for me. It only takes a few seconds to remove the XTZ from its case or to put it back into its case. I also feel charging the XTZ with its case removed allows the XTZ to better dissipate the heat caused by the charging, which is a good thing.
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Thanks for the reply, when you say the genuine xtz case fit the charger but was not practical can you please explain that a little for me? Do you just mean not practical in the great dissipation sense? Or for another reason?
I would agree keeping any electrical device cooler rather than letting it get warm is always a good thing, but Sony seem to recommend using both accessories together and have designed the 2 to work together, so you would hope the tablet would still be well within its safe heat tolerances when using the case and dock?
The xtz case seems almost perfect for myself, it looks very sturdy to use to prop the tablet on my lap, it fits the charger, it is the lightest and thinnest case I believe?
Just the price really puts me off, £55 is a lot of money compared to most cases
If I went for the nice budget poetic case, and just removed it to charge, would the poetic case hold the tablet at a decent angle on my lap and be nice and steady without me having to hold the tablet firm? Or am I asking too much of any case to so that? Seems like most are just designed to sit on a table and play a movie, but I am trying to help get my tablet sat at the correct viewing angle for surfing whilst on my lap without the need for me to touch it, much like a laptop would.
Thanks
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Thanks for the reply, when you say the genuine xtz case fit the charger but was not practical can you please explain that a little for me? Do you just mean not practical in the great dissipation sense? Or for another reason?
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For another reason. When the XTZ is placed in the cradle with the Sony case on it, the case's front cover must be fully opened and folded towards the rear of the tablet and the case's rear cover must be pulled slightly away from the lower part of the XTZ so it will slide into the cradle. The part about the case's rear cover is not a problem, but the case's front cover wants to lie flat on my desk's top, which means a lot of clear area is needed behind the cradle and on my desk's crowded top, that is a not practical. So, it is better for me to slide the XTZ out of the case when I want to place it in the cradle. Again, the XTZ quickly and easily slides into and out of the case, so that is not a problem for me.
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I would agree keeping any electrical device cooler rather than letting it get warm is always a good thing, but Sony seem to recommend using both accessories together and have designed the 2 to work together, so you would hope the tablet would still be well within its safe heat tolerances when using the case and dock?
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I agree; however, having worked with electronic devices for more than 40 years and knowing heat is their enemy, an enemy that will shorten their life, I tend to give concern to heat dissipation. It is a choice from experience to keep my XTZ as cool as possible.
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The xtz case seems almost perfect for myself, it looks very sturdy to use to prop the tablet on my lap, it fits the charger, it is the lightest and thinnest case I believe? Just the price really puts me off, £55 is a lot of money compared to most cases
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The Sony case is a nice looking, sturdy case. The problem I had with it was the ugly elastic band that holds the case closed. The case will not remain closed without the band because the case does not have a magnet in its front cover like the Poetic and other cases do. The band also caused a notch to be formed on the long edge of the case which subtracted from the case's nice look, and the band would occasionally snag on something when I would pull the XTZ from my messenger bag.
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If I went for the nice budget poetic case, and just removed it to charge, would the poetic case hold the tablet at a decent angle on my lap and be nice and steady without me having to hold the tablet firm? Or am I asking too much of any case to so that? Seems like most are just designed to sit on a table and play a movie, but I am trying to help get my tablet sat at the correct viewing angle for surfing whilst on my lap without the need for me to touch it, much like a laptop would. Thanks
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I like the Poetic case even though it only provides three choices of angles for placing the XTZ; (1) right side up (Sony logo at top of XTZ) at 60º (0º being flat on a desk top), (2) up side down (Sony logo at bottom of XTZ) at 30º, and (3) nearly flat on a desk top. I say "nearly flat" because when the case's front cover is folded towards the rear of the XTZ, the front cover will not allow the XTZ to lie perfectly flat. For me, the choice of angles are enough. I mostly used my XTZ at the 60º angle and the case keeps my XTZ fairly firm in place, and I have no problem browsing web sites or watching videos. When I am doing a lot of typing, I use my XTZ at the 30º angle and again the case keeps my XTZ fairly firm in place. The case's front cover has a strong magnet that holds the case securely closed. The magnet is so strong that it also holds the case's front cover against the rear cover when the case is fully folded open. One thing I do not like is the USB port access hole cut into the fold of the case. Not only does the hole subtract from the case's nice look, it also makes folding the case open a little awkward. I wish I had bought the Poetic case before its manufacturer started cutting the hole in the case. The original Poetic cases did not have the hole.
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For another reason. When the XTZ is placed in the cradle with the Sony case on it, the case's front cover must be fully opened and folded towards the rear of the tablet and the case's rear cover must be pulled slightly away from the lower part of the XTZ so it will slide into the cradle. The part about the case's rear cover is not a problem, but the case's front cover wants to lie flat on my desk's top, which means a lot of clear area is needed behind the cradle and on my desk's crowded top, that is a not practical. So, it is better for me to slide the XTZ out of the case when I want to place it in the cradle. Again, the XTZ quickly and easily slides into and out of the case, so that is not a problem for me.
I agree; however, having worked with electronic devices for more than 40 years and knowing heat is their enemy, an enemy that will shorten their life, I tend to give concern to heat dissipation. It is a choice from experience to keep my XTZ as cool as possible.
The Sony case is a nice looking, sturdy case. The problem I had with it was the ugly elastic band that holds the case closed. The case will not remain closed without the band because the case does not have a magnet in its front cover like the Poetic and other cases do. The band also caused a notch to be formed on the long edge of the case which subtracted from the case's nice look, and the band would occasionally snag on something when I would pull the XTZ from my messenger bag.
I like the Poetic case even though it only provides three choices of angles for placing the XTZ; (1) right side up (Sony logo at top of XTZ) at 60º (0º being flat on a desk top), (2) up side down (Sony logo at bottom of XTZ) at 30º, and (3) nearly flat on a desk top. I say "nearly flat" because when the case's front cover is folded towards the rear of the XTZ, the front cover will not allow the XTZ to lie perfectly flat. For me, the choice of angles are enough. I mostly used my XTZ at the 60º angle and the case keeps my XTZ fairly firm in place, and I have no problem browsing web sites or watching videos. When I am doing a lot of typing, I use my XTZ at the 30º angle and again the case keeps my XTZ fairly firm in place. The case's front cover has a strong magnet that holds the case securely closed. The magnet is so strong that it also holds the case's front cover against the rear cover when the case is fully folded open. One thing I do not like is the USB port access hole cut into the fold of the case. Not only does the hole subtract from the case's nice look, it also makes folding the case open a little awkward. I wish I had bought the Poetic case before its manufacturer started cutting the hole in the case. The original Poetic cases did not have the hole.
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Thank you for taking your time write such an in depth reply, the fact that the Sony case requires so much room has totally out me off that one. Thanks for pointing that out to me. So a case that it's easily removed would be the next best option for me I guess, which you have confirmed the poetic it's simple to click in and out.
Thanks again for explaining the angle functions of the case, can you just confirm the case works well when using it as a stand on your lap? It is a major concern to me and the only thing stopping me buying the poetic really. Thanks
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Thanks again for explaining the angle functions of the case, can you just confirm the case works well when using it as a stand on your lap? It is a major concern to me and the only thing stopping me buying the poetic really. Thanks
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I cannot honestly comment on how well the case will work standing on your lap because I rarely place my XTZ on my lap, but when I do, I have the case fully folded open with the XTZ lying flat.
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I cannot honestly comment on how well the case will work standing on your lap because I rarely place my XTZ on my lap, but when I do, I have the case fully folded open with the XTZ lying flat.
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Ok no worries, thanks for all the help. Guess I'll just have to buy one and see if it's fits my needs, at least they are reasonable money even if it isn't right.
Try too look on amazon you will see a lot of different cases. I have the cradle and the sony case I have no problem using both togethrre at all.
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Try too look on amazon you will see a lot of different cases. I have the cradle and the sony case I have no problem using both togethrre at all.
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Thanks I've spent hours on Amazon and eBay looking at cases I've gone for a roxfit Sony one with the 3m double sided tape, to try first, seems like the lightest simple solution for me, that I think will go in the dock with the case tucked behind it!
Yeah so have I. They really didn't make as much covers for it. I dont how that 3m sticky cover looks. I have the slide in cover from Sony. If not go on YouTube and try to see what people have chosen out.
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Use the roxfit case, not sure the exact name but its really low profile and the flap is magnetic
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Use the roxfit case, not sure the exact name but its really low profile and the flap is magnetic
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Roxfit Book Case Ultra for Sony Xperia Z Tablet at Amazon.com for $38.78 USD plus shipping cost. I'm not liking the idea of having to use double-sided adhesive tape to attach a case to a $600 USD tablet.
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Roxfit Book Case Ultra for Sony Xperia Z Tablet at Amazon.com for $38.78 USD plus shipping cost. I'm not liking the idea of having to use double-sided adhesive tape to attach a case to a $600 USD tablet.
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Op said protection wasn't a concern. Besides, the adhesive is surprisingly good. There is no way the two come apart without extreme force. Mine stays on the dock or in the bedroom so protection wasn't a concern for me either, plus its the slimmest case I've found.
So just buy the sony case, the slide in one or the adhesives type. cause you are looking for the slimmest one. At the same time it looks good having the same namebrand together.
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My dock and roxfit arrived today, after much research I felt the roxfit would be the best for me so ordered one on Sunday.
Works a treat, I have no fear of the adhesive doing any damage. Fits perfectly into the dock very tidy with the cover pinned behind with the magnet.
It is almost the prefect case for me, its only fault is that it tends to slide down if you try and get to much angle on the screen which is a shame, however if you keep it quite upright it works perfect and it's very strong.
Really impressed with how light and tidy this case is, may just look at modifying it to help hold the screen at a lower angle in future if I feel I require it.
Thanks for the help and advice
I've got the same issue, I want to buy the dock but it would mean having to remove the tablet from the case every time, its a tight fit so its quite annoying.
Was hoping there would be a case that would work with the dock (apart from the official one)
http://www.incipio.com/cases/tablet...her-ultra-thin-sony-xperia-tablet-z-case.html
That one looks quite thin, anyone think it'll work with the dock ?
Edit: nvm that one just seems to protect the sides and bottom.
any more successes with finding a case that fits the cradle?
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Roxfit Case
I have the Roxfit case, and can confirm that it does work with the dock.
Like other users I do find that it can slip down, if trying to use it as a stand, but not a great problem.
My main criticism is that because the front of the case is one rigid piece, when it is folded back, it covers up the camera!
The only way I have found to use it, is to hold it like an open book.
If it were divided into two or three flexible parts,(like an iPad case) it would be possible the fold it back on itself, and so allow the camera to be used.
Has anyone else noticed this problem, or have a solution?
The official Sony 'Natural Rubber' case (SGPCV5) will allow you to dock the tablet but it's pretty messy ... you can hinge the case away from the Xperia and have it folded back and splayed behind the dock.
Not at all ideal but possible if you really want to dock it without taking it out of the case. Personally, I'd only use the case if travelling somewhere with the tablet. At home it doesn't need a case (especially considering that cases add bulk) and since that's where the dock stays, it's never an issue that I want to dock the tablet in the case.