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DISCLAIMER: This is my first Tablet and also my first case, so I have nothing to compare it against. Also, I am Norwegian, so please excuse my spelling/grammar. I am a new poster, so I am not allowed to post outside links yet. This means you will have to look at this thread for the eBay link.
Now, on to the review.
I received my case today, after ordering it on July 16th. The seller on eBay indicates 15-20 days delivery from China, so no complaints there.
Since I've only had it a few hours, I will try to update this review at some point in the future to account for usage.
The overall design of this case is very nice. It allows for 2 viewing angles in landscape mode; Upright for video viewing etc., and close to flat for typing and suchlike. Both do their job very well.
Rather than go on and on, I will just try to list the positive and negative aspects encountered so far.
I hae not taken any pictures of it yet, but the images in the eBay link from the thread mention above, do a good job as it is.
Positive:
Professional looking - You would probably not (at least I wouldn't) be embarrassed to pull this out in a meeting.
Nice material - The material of the case is thin and light, so it does not add much bulk to your TF. It does, however, seem to offer nice protection for the pad.
Quality craftsmanship - Stitching seems to be of nice quality. The edges feel soft, and does not cut into your hands while holding it.
Good fit - The pad slips nicely into the case, and stays there. The lower edge (in landscape) is fastened with a Velcro strip, so I can't see any way of the pad slipping out.
Good grip - Makes the pad easier to hold one-handed in portrait mode. Very nice for reading.
Easy access to all ports/buttons/cameras - The cut-outs fit perfectly.
Negative:
Magnet locking - I would normally put this in the positive section, but the locking magnets seem to interfere with the compass (read: compass does not work at all). This is not a problem for me, but I thought I'd mention it.
Dirt - Material seems to attract dirt. I'm not quite sure how much of a problem my fingerprints will be yet, but I see it as a possible irritation in the future.
Wishes:
These aren't big enough that I'd call them problems with the case, but would have been nice additions.
Protection for the buttons/ports - It would have been nice to have some flaps that would block access to the ports and buttons. While they are all protected by being quite far below the edges of the case, I can still see me accidentally pushing the buttons while carrying it. Ports could also accumulate dirt from bags or deep pockets.
Portrait stand - Some design feature that would let the pad stand in portrait mode would also have been nice. I can't,off the top of my head, think of a way to do this with the slim/light-weight design though.
Pocket for screen cleaning cloth - There is space enough for something like this without adding to the bulk of the device, and I hate fingerprints.
Verdict:
I am very happy with this case. It fits the criteria I had when looking for one, namely: Light and slim. There are other options that look quite interesting, like the FolioGuard, but they look too bulky for my tastes.
As stated in the disclaimer, this is my first review of any case, but I hope it has been informative. I will try to update it in the future, especially if I encounter any problems.
There was a screen protector included in the eBay sale. I have not tried this and probably will not review it, as I've nothing against which to compare. Although much hilarity can be had from reading its instructions.
Good review do you have the dock by chance and if so how does it work with that
Good job
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Thanks for posting this review. Very well done. I have one on order but would still love to see some photos of it, especially in the stand and typing modes. I wonder how stable it is in those modes.
Good review but with the compass i thought it was the magnets in my case because i just got it and updated it to 3.2 but it is actually a 3.2 problem not a problem with the case.
Lots of people have been mentioning that their compass has bee not working since updating to 3.2
Great Review. I just received mine also and was going to write up something similar.
I actually ordred the slim fit RooCase in the meantime because I thought this was going to take too long to get to me.
I didn't care for the Sikai personally. I found it too flimsy especially after using the RooCase first. I'll probably sell mine forward.
Nice review.
Just curious which case is heavier between the Sikai and Roocase slim?
I don't have the Sikai...but it is microfiber so I'm willing to bet that it is lighter than the Roocase Slim (I have the Blurex which is the same thing).
video review
Hey, here's a video review of it.
http://m.youtube.com/index?desktop_uri=/&gl=CA#/watch?v=WtXQd_FDpRs
While I am still waiting for the shipping mail from 1saleaday.com...
I kept looking for the case here and found these 2 the most people r buying.
Which one do u choose and...why ~
http://www.amazon.com/BLUREX-Leathe...9?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1322877887&sr=1-9
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005F7KQB6?ie=UTF8&force-full-site=1
I have the first of the two and love it. Got it for $9 on Ebay with free shipping
I am also waiting on my View from 1saleaday. And as far as the case I'm also going to buy the one from the first link (HHI). Its not real leather but that's no biggie for me. The BLUREX looks very good and a little more compact but it doesn't have portrait mode and I want to have that option.
I just bought the second one the other day... Should be arriving Thursday... I will post a review after I experiment with it...
I've had the Blurex since I received my View from 1SaleADay back in December. I'm usually not one for folio cases, but this one is fantastic. The fit is perfect, the quality is great, it looks nice, and it doesn't add a lot of bulk. It's just an all-around great case. The deciding factors for me were the size and the overwhelming amount of positive reviews in the forums here and on other sites.
The 1st, 360 style case, is poor quality in my opinion. Both are thin leather knockoff.
I would get a rubberized back like this:
http://www.amazon.com/EMPIRE-Black-Rubberized-Cover-Flyer/dp/B0058W77ZG/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1327453740&sr=8-12
And then an 8-9 inch sleeve like this:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005JHRRFK/ref=oh_o00_s00_i00_details
bsweetness said:
I've had the second one (the Blurex) since I received my View from 1SaleADay back in December. I'm usually not one for folio cases, but this one is fantastic. The fit is perfect, the quality is great, it looks nice, and it doesn't add a lot of bulk. It's just an all-around great case. The deciding factors for me were the size and the overwhelming amount of positive reviews in the forums here and on other sites.
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I concur.
Blurex case is very good.
DigitalMD said:
I have the first of the two and love it. Got it for $9 on Ebay with free shipping
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care to share the link?
Cases
I got my View from 1saleaday in December. (I just ordered 2 more from the recent sale for the kids)
I ordered 3 cases in december:
1) The 360 degree rotating case listed here
2) A case very similar to the Blurex except rather than fake leather it's a carbon fiber texture. http://www.amazon.com/BoxWave-Steal...7?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1327526675&sr=1-7
3) A rubberized plastic shell (like you'd get for a cell phone nearly identical to the one recommended a few posts back by jamus28)
For me.. I want something that adds as little bulk as possible, while protecting the unit including the screen. The perfect case for me would be identical to the one they make for the Kindle Fire here: http://www.amazon.com/Kindle-Lightw...1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1327527632&sr=1-1 But thats not an option for the View / Flyer.
So The 360 degree case (1): Well made, Solid Feel, But a bit unstable trying to stand the device up in portrait mode. It's top heavy and falls backward easy. The case is overall very good. It's less bulky than I thought it would be. I'm not at all disappointed.
The Carbon Fiber case (2): (similar to the blurex style) This is the case I settled on and use. It's the least bulky, well made, and offers superb protection. It does not rotate but that helps it be less bulky. I love this case and I'm very happy with it.
The Rubberized Shell (3): the lightest of the 3 but Not for me. It adds bulk as any case does, but it has no real screen protection. It is the most comfortable when using the device since there is no cover to fold back. It does not have a stand if you like to watch video on it though. I knew I'd dislike it when I got it, but it was cheap... so I gave it a shot. For some.. it might be the perfect case.
Thanks for all recommendation
I ordered Blurex and have prime shipping!
The sad thing is the estimated shipping for the view is next monday...
I know you already made your choice - but thought I would throw in my two cents anyway as I own both.
Both cases are very nice. Here are some of the differences:
Blurex - a little less bulky than 360. I like the pen holder on the bottom rather than side but since it is leather it does not hold the pen as well
360 - the "hole" in the back makes it a little easier to hang on to if you are walking around with it. As x51 mentioned, it's not that stable in portrait mode (but the blurex doesn't go into portrait at all as a stand). Pen holder on side is elastic and holds the pen much better.
I use the Blurex around the house and the 360 when on the job. Both are nice cases and fit well.
Hope this helps someone.
Emama said:
Thanks for all recommendation
I ordered Blurex and have prime shipping!
The sad thing is the estimated shipping for the view is next monday...
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I got my "Shipped" email yesterday.. I'm expecting them to arrive Tuesday-ish
Though you've already ordered, I'll just add that I've owned both cases. Currently I use the blurex (earlier model without the pen carrier). The swivel case is a neat idea, but adds too much bulk, IMHO. I was especially annoyed by the ring on the back (part of the swivel mechanism) that sticks out about a quarter of an inch and makes the tablet look like it's hovering just off the table when you set it down.
I like my Case-Mate Versant ($16 from Case-Mate site). Had the 360 and returned it, the design was too flimsy and didn't feel solid/sturdy enough. Though the Versant doesn't offer portrait mode, I realize I don't really use docked portrait much so it doesn't matter much to me. Just throwing it out there as an option for you if you need to get an alternative case to the Blurex. By the way, the Boxwave (carbon fiber-esque) case looks cool too.
So I purchased the Reiko hybrid/kickstand case off of Amazon (you can also get on eBay... they run $8-15). I chose the white because I have a white note, but it comes in several other very attractive colors as well (including multi-colored versions like red and black).
Overall, I am very pleased and impressed with the quality, especially for the price. Highly recommended. Here's my video review:
Awesome video. I ordered one for my Note, but the Amazon reseller sent me a case for the SII instead. It seems like a nice case so I've ordered another one from eBay.
Thanks for the review!
You're welcome, glad I could help! Several other users on this forum have posted how pleased they are with this product as well so I'm sure you'll be satisfied with your purchase
tjagolf33 said:
You're welcome, glad I could help! Several other users on this forum have posted how pleased they are with this product as well so I'm sure you'll be satisfied with your purchase
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Doesn't the rubber coating make it hard to take out of your pocket?
Thanks for the vid review! Looks interesting, although it seems to add quite a bit of thickness. Does it still fit in your front pocket pretty well or it is pretty bulky with the case on?
Yeh i have the same one, different color. I had the same one for the S II
Kickstand is a lil tricky to pop out
but protection wise, it has hi raised edges to protect again concrete or pavement slides
the rubber feel provides excellent grip
it does make the Note a tad bit thicker but i can manage it
cheap price too (got from amazon)
Is that all white tough to keep clean? especially the rubber portion
I currently have both cases, so I thought I would post a quick comparison.
This post isn't about describing both cases, you can see that in their respective threads. This is just to compare both cases to each other.
First off, I just want to thank both case makers for making such high quality cases at an affordable price. Both cases are top notch. I would be happy with either one, so this form is in no way, shape, or form meant to promote one over the other.
The Diztronic case looks great. It is the thinner/less bulky of the two. It matte finish is a bit slick, but still provides more grip than going without a case. The case looks professional, and is very low profile. As stated above, the case is the thinnest of the two, and as such the kickstand is a more accessible. I don't have fat fingers, but I do have large hands. I can easily open the kickstand with my thumb using this case, I can't do that on the Androidify case...I have to use my ring finger.
The Androidify case looks great as well. It isn't as professional...but it is cool and fun. It adds a unique style to the device, and I enjoy it. It is thicker than the Diztronic, and less adds slightly more bulk (but not a ton..still a thin case). The case wraps around the bezel a bit more, and due to its slight increase in thickness, may provide a bit more protection for the phone. The androidify case is more prominent and the front of the phone...so it is more noticeable, but as I said it may add protection. Its design and ribbing on the side also provide more grip and a solid feel. The added bulk is not really perceivable (unless the cases are next to each other), except for when you try and access the kickstand. I cannot use my thumb, at all, to open the kickstand. It takes a bit more effort the access this feature.
All in all I love both cases. Which one do I prefer? Honestly I don't know, they are both that good. Plus, even if I had an opinion, I would withhold it. I only want to promote both case makers, because they both produced fantastic products.
Here are some pictures. Enjoy!
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/nh51yhxcuigocc3/LJkyR8WEvO
Could get anymore to upload, so here are some links for the rest of the pictures, along with the orginals
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/nh51yhxcuigocc3/LJkyR8WEvO
thought I would need this thread as well...sorry.
Thanks for posting this! I have the Cruzerlite on the way, and I've been curious how this would compare with the Diztronics case. I wanted grip, so I think I made the right call.
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No problem. That's why I posted it!
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I got the matte black Diztronic case yesterday and I like it a lot. I never had a case on my original Evo. With the phone being so thin, I like that the case makes it a little easier to hold (if not a bit harder to get to the buttons).
Didn't see any videos of these cases, so decided to hastily record my impressions - this is not a formal review or anything, I'm just sharing what I see for the heck of it, and probably somewhat poorly (sorry):
TL : DW: Both are similar in design, I like the CellBee more due to its softer, more sure feel in the hand and its larger corner bumpers while the i-Blason has an easier holster design to use day-to-day . . . but, both sets of protectors/holsters are good and should be relatively even in terms of shock protection, I feel. Talk briefly about the applied Spigen Crystal screen protector, too.
- ooofest