After the experience I had with my prior tablet and the full leather case I used for it, I decided to try a more slim case for my newly acquired Galaxy Note Pro 12.2. Ultimately I decided on the Moko Smart-Shell Case.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HXS62UO/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_r5Leub1CCB144
The back is a molded plastic case with appropriate cut outs for all ports, and just wraps over the edges of the tablet. looks are deceiving as the case holds the tablet in place very snuggly. There is very little, if any, flex or give in this case, and there is no contact at all between the plastic case and the glass face of the tablet.
I found the magnetic front cover holds in place quite firmly, but I'm not so sure about using it for the 2 stand configurations - and that hesitation is mainly because of the weight and dimensions of the Galaxy Note Pro 12.2.
The case does add a bit of bulk to the tablet, but it's not a bad thing in my hands. Without the case, my Galaxy felt almost too thin considering the overall size. With, it feels like a slim business portfolio.
After a week of use, I've been very pleased with this case, and I would recommend it for consideration if you plan to use your tablet in an office of casual home environment.
Hope this helps folks, and feel free to drop me a line if you have any questions about it.
My best,
Eric "GuitarEC"
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Has anyone tried this case with the i777?
Been tempted on amazon and have ordered 2, (wife and I). Doesn't look like it has any issues with covering up the mic on top.
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Both G2's have ghost armor screens and wife has GA full body. So looks like a snug fit.
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No issues covering up the mic.
But just don't drop the phone - the ends aren't very well protected with this cover.
Also, if you change your battery very often, it's a little tricky to get this cover off.
But if you just want something to protect from scratches, and you're not going to be dropping it, then it should be fine.
I have the sgp hybrid ex, i think it protects it better, you can still get to the battery and I like that it has a little more of the original gs2 style. Its also still light weight and keeps the phone thin. i hate cases tbh but I've had this for a couple months and have never taken it off. SGP IS THE BEST! just my 2 cents
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I've got the Rearth Ringke Slim, which looks very similar (covers even less) and I like it a lot - this one looks like it would work too. I just wanted some scratch protection without bulk.
The case came from Amazon UK but is available on eBay and probably other places as well, it came with a couple of screen protectors, a mini stylus and a small cleaning cloth. It's very lightweight which is good, the inner phone holder section is a gel type case to which the outer cover is attached. It doesn't feel very substantial and I'm not sure of it's survivability in my pocket over time but for now and until Seidio or Otterbox come up with something better, it will do the job.
I've had it a few days now and it has it's good points but I'm liking it less all the time. It feels plasticky and cheap although it does protect the phone as well as any case of this type could. I'm a lefty and the wrap around magnetic closure is awkward for me to use (not Safvys fault)
Pictures below show the case, the last ones with the phone in it, one showing the Sview section in operation and the other shows the anti glare screen protector I've fitted. I prefer these although they do add a bit of graininess to the screen.
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Needs a credit card slot, then it would be perfect
Since I work Landscape construction and am in dirt and equipment all day I need a holster that can hold up to tough times. Plastic holsters and metal clips just don't cut it for me they break day one usually. I found this company that makes decent leather products and ordered one.https://www.moonshineleather.com/productdetails.cfm?productcode=Cel7-H
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I went with the olive drab but there are other colors as well.
They offer holster options that will fit a Note 2/3 with an otter-box case as well. Since this is such a large phone to begin with I'm gonna try to go without an otterbox case but just a cruzerlite rubber one for now. Just received mine in the mail yesterday. My Galaxy Nexus is a bit loose in it so it should work good with the Note 3 once it arrives. Very well made and durable construction. My only concern is it doesn't cover the phone 100% there are cutouts in the bottom corners for access to push the phone up with a finger to aid in removal. This will allow dirt and debris to get in. I may have to improvise some inner liner that will close those off.
I have bought 4 cases of different materials and styles. Figured I would share my thoughts and some pictures of them.
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bamboo case- http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00GJCHO0W/ref=ya_aw_oh_pit
this case is well made. It fits snug and the feeling of it is good. The hole for the sensor on the bottom right of the phone is not there though. It is has a slight cut out where the camera would slide against the case. I absolutely love this case, and for the price it is worth it.
Siedio Surface
So many reviews already, that I won't say much. To get it off is a pain. Easiest way.... squeeze the top half of the case and push towards the bottom half of the case, while pushing down on the finger indicator on the bottom half. Then pull apart
Incipio Watson
love the design of this leather flip case. Very appealing to the eyes. Love the light blue strap it.
Celljoy Hybrid case- http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00GHUSKNG/ref=ya_aw_oh_pit
This case is okay. It has some sharp corners on the s pen cut out. The over all feel and design I like. Colors are awesome. Don't mind how loose the hard part looks, on the device it is not loose at all.
According to my digital calipers, the stock devices 9.76 mm. With the case it is 13 mm.
3.24mm thicker with the case. The front lip that protects the face is probably half of that.
Here's more pics...
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The plastic portion isn't painted, it is colored plastic. These cases fit in the holsters that come with other super cheap cases just fine (I always use a holster, $700 piece of electronics in my pocket? No...). The quality is as good as it looks, quite amazing. No creaking, no gaps, no looseness (silicone case portions often get loose), just gravy.
The case is a TPU inner with a stiff plastic outer. The case will NOT pop off because the plastic outer portion actually goes all the way around the edge locking it in place. My wife and I love these so far, great feel, great looks, and still keeps the natural ergonomics of the phone.
$9.99 shipped on Amazon.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JWS0CEA/
For anyone interested in the holster I'm using, it is the one from this setup.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KL80TDO/
It was $5.99 when I bought it. Absolutely perfect fit.
Thanks for the review and information! I was very curious about these cases....
Not a problem. Had my first minor drop with it today and no problems at all. Didn't even scratch the case.