After searching for a while for a prime/dock case I decided to go with the HandHeldItems Carbon Fiber case and I think its a pretty good choice. The build quality is very nice, material looks pretty awesome, and it fits the prime nicely without stressing the hinge when closing it.
Here is what I ordered:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007CAZNP8/ref=oh_o00_s00_i00_details
and since their pictures don't seem like enough here is a quick video that I made now that I got it:
http://youtu.be/pd7ZtxITyqA
wow looks good
got the same
I ordered the same one, but in orange. I like the color and it was $6 less (I guess I am cheap). I was afraid for $18 that it would be cheap. It is better quality than I expected. Works well both with and without the dock. I am not sure what I was expecting, but it is heavy when you have the tablet, dock and case all together.
Same as MiniSuit
From the video this is identical to the MiniSuit case for the Prime/Dock, except the MiniSuit is an attractive smooth leather cover in brown or black. MiniSuit is an outstanding vendor. My original order from Amazon had a misaligned camera cutout. I contacted them and they apologized and sent me a free replacement case.
I ordered this in black. Got it today. One thing that i didn't think about was the flap to close it. You cant use the back camera with this case. I'm sending it back its not very practical
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Hello, I just ordered this case the other day, actually I was looking on amazon and I seen your review, went to youtube and checked out your video. I thought the case looked pretty nice, especially for the price. I should be getting it tonight or tomorrow, probably tomorrow... I hope that it fits ok, and does not look cheap. I would prefer the MiniSuit case, but I couldn't find one with Amazon Prime support, oh well. I am not too sure about the quality and the such of the case, I guess I will have to wait and see. Really, it should be fine, if it is at all like your video I am sure I will like it. Thanks again for making that vid, if it were not for that vid I definitely would not of ordered the product. Funny seeing you here though, what a small interwebs! lol
no problem on the video...glad it helped you out!! I figured since no other comments were out there for this that I would throw something together for anyone interested.
I ordered this case today based on your review. I hope it works out good!
Cool, I hope you like it. Mine's still holding together without any problems (with moderate use).
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I"m not sure what to make of this case for the transformer. Does not have that many picture to show how well it fits and covers the transformer without the dock or with the dock. Does anybody have this product?
http://www.amazon.com/Poetic-Ultra-...J6/ref=sr_1_16?ie=UTF8&qid=1314846049&sr=8-16
been waiting for this to come out and someone to get it!
its been on preorder status till today i think
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been waiting for this to come out and someone to get it!
its been on preorder status till today i think
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It's available now for 25 $ at Amazon. I am ordering one tonight.
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It's available now for 25 $ at Amazon. I am ordering one tonight.
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when you get it can you post some pictures up of how it looks with the dock without the dock fully closed thank you
I pre-ordered one last month and it shipped friday. Should have it this week. I'll post some pics when it gets in.
According to tracking, mine should be arriving today. If so, I'll get some pictures up.
Pictures are attached.
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wow that doesnt look like the pictures from the amazon page.
how is the quality? imho doesnt look to great!
What poor designing...they really need to make one of these but with something like hard silicon/TPU/Plastic, similar to the InCase products for Apple Macbooks. Those just snap on in two pieces to the exterier of the laptop and cover it nicely when its closed. This just looks like a bombardment of faux leather all over the place.
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wow that doesnt look like the pictures from the amazon page.
how is the quality? imho doesnt look to great!
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Received mine today. I can't send it back fast enough. It's fairly low quaility and does not fit well. The description says it is leather but I can't find any. Seems to be made of vinyl and fake suade. It was only $23 so I was not expecting much but the fit and quaility was poorer than I expected.
This looks like it could have promise for a similar pricepoint.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Asus-Eee-Pa...?pt=US_Tablet_Accessories&hash=item3f0d4f8fa5
It's a shame that the Poetic case turned out to be such a disappointment.
I'm surprised, because I just got this Poetic case on eBay:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/280719327360?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
and it's great. It arrived in about 4 days from California.
It's a sturdy case that holds the Transformer using corner/side clips only,
which leaves all the ports easily accessible. It appears to be made of leather, or
at least a good quality plastic simulation. The case closes with a curved metal clip
which seems well-padded and doesn't damage the tablet.
The case has three positions. I use the highest for watching movies and the lowest for anything
that requires lots of typing. The front of the case folds completely flat behind the back,
and you can even dock the tablet, although the case isn't intended to hold the dock.
The best part: Even though the pictures don't show it, the flap connecting
the front and back has an opening for the dock/charging connector.
I can charge the tablet without removing (or even opening) the case!!!
I e-mailed the vendor and they assured me that the dock/charging connector
opening is standard and offered a refund if anyone gets one without it.
I've tried a bunch of cases - separate sleeves for the tablet, a "dual" sleeve with separate
pockets for the tablet and dock, etc., but this is the one I'm staying with.
If anyone is interested, I got the Diamond design one
Pics: http://imgur.com/a/ZXR7c
I just got mine! I actually paid 26something USD to ship it to The Netherlands (why are these rates so ridiculously high!?)...
In the end, it works fine for me. It fits my tablet, I don't have to take it off to attach the keyboard dock and it also closes with tablet + dock inside. Details are fine, fit is reasonably good (it seems to be a bit off at the front facing cam).
$24 makes a good buy.. at 50 (including shipping), I feel a bit dissapointed.
Then again;
to protect my phone, I bought www.pielframa.com last year they don't sell Asus eee cases (yet??). Cost me quite a bit. Great finishing, real craftsmenship! When I dropped the phone, the leather ripped and bit by bit fell of the casing. Now, there's a leather-less patch (about 1 cm) doesn't really bother me, but it made me wonder how much a phone case should actually cost.. knowing you're not that carefull and might drop it anyway
I ordered this case last week and so far I am really loving it. First things first, I really like the build quality. The case gives you alot of options with different viewing angles which is nice. It has leather on the outside and felt on the inside. All ports are accessible and you can even plug into the keyboard dock without having to remove from the case (huge bonus for me). I don't have anything to compare to but it seems very slim. I have never been a case guy for my phones but with a tablet I don't think it matters as much. Overall I am very glad I bought it. For the price, $25, the quality is second to none. If you have any questions don't hesitate to ask. Link to sale site below.
www.amazon.com/BLUREX-Leather-folio-Multi-Angle-Transformer/dp/B005ESY8VA
Edit: i do want to add that I just noticed the speakers look like they might be covered in the pix but when you take off the bumper guard you can see they are not covered at all. If anyone cares.....
Case looks nice. I just brought the rotating one but this looks really good.
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And even more pix: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=18850268&postcount=18
I bought the rotating one too and hate it
The popper is a stupid idea, impossible to remove and attach with the TF insde without almost cracking the screen from the back
Should have been Velcro I think, I might replace it
Also the TF doesnt sit straight inside it, so the camera is partially covered by the back of the case
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I bought the rotating one too and hate it
The popper is a stupid idea, impossible to remove and attach with the TF insde without almost cracking the screen from the back
Should have been Velcro I think, I might replace it
Also the TF doesnt sit straight inside it, so the camera is partially covered by the back of the case
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Yea I don't like he button either. I love the case though, because I can remove it. Your case looks really professional are those plastic clips holding it in
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Yea I don't like he button either. I love the case though, because I can remove it. Your case looks really professional are those plastic clips holding it in
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I don't know. Very sturdy so it SEEMS like metal. It's covered in leather so hard to tell.
I have the blurex case same as OP and love it. I've had several different tablets and tried most all the versions of cases, and this Blurex is the best I have ever had. It is extremely functional also looks really classy.
I ordered the Blurex case after reading your review and I just got it in the mail today. Its really nice, the fit is perfect with no slipping or sliding. The only thing I dont like is that the bottom is quite tight so its kind of awkward to put into the stand mode. Im sure itll break in though with use.
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I ordered the Blurex case after reading your review and I just got it in the mail today. Its really nice, the fit is perfect with no slipping or sliding. The only thing I dont like is that the bottom is quite tight so its kind of awkward to put into the stand mode. Im sure itll break in though with use.
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Yeah its gets a little more loose. But to be honest I like having it somewhat hard to get out. I just have to add, it passed to toddler test this weekend with flying colors
I bought this from Amazon after reading this review.
Great case, really nice. Thanks!
Picked up this case from Amazon UK to replace a previous case, love it, really well made, solid professional finish and really light.
I think the best part is having 100% of the screen area visable
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Picked up this case from Amazon UK to replace a previous case, love it, really well made, solid professional finish and really light.
I think the best part is having 100% of the screen area visable
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glad to hear it guys. mine is still going strong. my family loves all the viewing angles and i never have to worry about the kids messing anything up when carrying it.
Just ordered one myself. Thanks for the review.
I got my case. And I love it
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It looks like it may play well with the dock too. Has anyone tried docking it with the case on?
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It looks like it may play well with the dock too. Has anyone tried docking it with the case on?
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Yeah definitely. Big reason I bought I it actually and it did not disappoint. The case does not cause any extra steps to get the tab docked.
anybody have a pic with the case on and docked?
Here u go dude. U obviously cannot close the case while docked but everything else is cool.
just ordered one thanks to this review for bringing it to my attention. Hope I like it. Was really hoping for something like the speck candy case for the ipad. Can't such a beast so got this guy. Thks
I love this case.
Ordered and received this case because of this review. I love it. When it is closed, it feels very durable, and I don't worry about breaking the transformer. When opened, the different viewing angles are perfect.
Thanks for posting this review and steering me towards this case!
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 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.
Hey guys, just wanted to post my video review of this case. It really is a great case an I have been using it with my TP whenever I don't have it docked. I am looking forward to the release of their Portfolio case, which is essentially the same as this one except it holds the keyboard dock as well.
I included a coupon code for Amazon, it should make this case about $10. Enjoy!
Coupon: TF201PRO
Cool
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Thanks bud.. Just ordered, code worked for me!
I also really like the Poetic Case. Doesn't add a lot of bulk, yet provides good protection. I like that it does not cover the bezel, unlike other leather cases such as the Caseen. My only critique is that the grooves in which the Prime rests in at 3 angled positions could be a bit deeper, as sometimes the Prime will slip out of the groove, particularly the first narrower angle groove. Other than that, great case for the price!
May I have the a coupon code? Want to order one for my Prime. Many thanks.
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Hey guys, just wanted to post my video review of this case. It really is a great case an I have been using it with my TP whenever I don't have it docked. I am looking forward to the release of their Portfolio case, which is essentially the same as this one except it holds the keyboard dock as well.
I included a coupon code for Amazon, it should make this case about $10. Enjoy!
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May I have the a coupon code? Want to order one for my Prime. Many thanks.
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I added it to the OP now. I was in the description on Youtube...
Great case. I bought it for utility as a stand/cover but I dropped it on the pavement one day trying to carry too many groceries.
Not a scratch.
Thanks for the review and the coupon. I have one coming my way for $9.95!
I bought mine last night. Its my first case for my prime. I'm still saving for my dock. It was eligible for amazon prime so It will be in today hopefully. Your code didn't work for me though. Still looked like a great case from your video.
Thanks
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I recently purchased one for my Prime and really love it. For the price, it is hard to beat.
Anyone have a quick fix for how to get it to sit in the slots more stable? They aren't deep enough to hold the prime in place sometimes.
Are there no holes for the speaker?
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Are there no holes for the speaker?
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Mine has holes for the speaker.
I actually had to go look, but you are correct, there are no holes for the speaker...
Kind of a bummer, heh I didn't even notice though.
It's plenty loud without the holes.. I was just watching a TV show and my wife told me to turn it down.
Great case, especially with the coupon code.. Very happy with it.
I wonder why mine has holes and yours does not? That is strange.
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I wonder why mine has holes and yours does not? That is strange.
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Mine does not have holes either.
You got the case with the white stitching (as opposed to black stitching) around the outside edges, right? I know they sold 2-3 versions of the case that are very similar to each other, but not the exact same.
My case has black stitching, or very dark, if you will.
For the money, this really is a good case. I've been very happy with it so far. I only bought till better cases came out ,but now I like it so much I haven't even bothered to look for something different.
I' looking for a case which helps the tablet stand up but without a magnetic button to close it.
I feel eventually the magnet will move as it has done with my phone case which is really nice but doesn't snap close anymore. It probably won't happen so soon with the tablet but I prefer a non-magnetic closed case. Found one on Amazon UK but it's £20 and looking for something cheaper.
Asus has a nice (for a while) slim casethat uses velcro on back under a flap to hold it but its 40 dollars and after about 3 months it gets loose but holds in the tab... not bad other than that (ive been using it since january)
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I believe the RooCase Ultra Slim does not have a magnet... maybe someone who owns one can verify that?
Thanks for the replies.
I have looked at many threads on here but they don't have an update of what the case is like months after so the Asus one could be an option. I'd prefer under £20 though but I am open to suggestions.
Oh please, don't get the Asus one. It is overpriced and quality is bad. Only suckers buy it.
Get something like this http://www.amazon.com/BLUREX-Leathe...Y8VA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1334325561&sr=8-1
It is slim and provides adequate protection.
I have this one http://www.amazon.com/Acase-Transformer-Leather-10-1-Inch-Android/dp/B005D1Q6J0/ref=pd_cp_pc_3
Had it for about 2-3 months now and no problems at all. I actually wanted to buy the Blurex case but that wasn't in stock back then.
I recently purchased this Asus Transformer Rotating case with built in multi angle stand from amazon http://www.amazon.com/Asus-Transfor...ZK/ref=sr_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1334338068&sr=8-11 Case works great and is very stylish.
Thank you for your posts. Can't seem to locate those on Amazon UK.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00565T3ZW/ref=olp_product_details?ie=UTF8&me=&seller=
seems cheap and has mainly good reviews and is pretty cheap...i dont own it but im looking for a case and screen protector for my just purchased tf101
SilverViking,
You can't find any of those amazon listings? That's weird. Try this link: http://www.amazon.com/Asus-Transfor...1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1334949614&sr=1-1
OH, and ctr01, the link above is for a case, screen protector, and free sylus pen. I bought one, and it's really nice. The stylus is pretty cheap, but I don't use it much.
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SilverViking,
You can't find any of those amazon listings? That's weird. Try this link: http://www.amazon.com/Asus-Transfor...1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1334949614&sr=1-1
OH, and ctr01, the link above is for a case, screen protector, and free sylus pen. I bought one, and it's really nice. The stylus is pretty cheap, but I don't use it much.
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good to know but I don't trust spending 30+ for an item that only has 2 reviews...i don't need a stylus and i'm sure i can find a combo deal or separate deal on screen protectors. thanks though.
My link is for a $12 case that has 120 reviews and almost all are 3+ star reviews and it has combo deals for stylus and/or screen protectors too.
My Roocase does use a magnetic closure.
Here's a dirty cheap ($5) case. Even has an offer for a free stylus:
http://www.amazon.com/YooMee-Transf...?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1338196764&sr=1-17
Also has a $7.50 version similar to the earlier case but without the free stylus:
http://www.amazon.com/YooMee-Transf...?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1338196985&sr=1-23
Saw this over in the Kindle forum where they mentioned a case with the same style as my first here but when I saw the company also offered Transformer cases thought I'd post here.
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I had one of the cases from Amazon with the hard plastic lock. I didn't like that there was no way to access the charge port while it was closed and the speakers were on the bottom while playing music/video using the stand in landscape. I put my transformer in upside down and the lock bent the charge port.
I tried a few other cases, but the one I've liked the most so far has been from Newegg market: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA0U008T4548
While in portrait view it doesn't stand terribly well as the grooves are a tad shallow. The closure for it is an elastic band, but I hardly use it.