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I've recently purchased Brando mirror screen protectors. Whilst the the screenprotector is a good fit on my Touch HD, it's like watching the screen with my sunglasses on, unlike the manufacturer's claim that clarity isn't reduced (they claim it's even enhanced). So I looked closely at the packaging and noticed that the Brando logo wasn't on it. When I search the web for brando products, they all have a logo on it, but somehow, for this particular product, no pictures are available.
I have attached pictures of the box (blurred out the information from the shop I purchased it from).
Can anyone tell me whether I have purchased a fake product?
Anyone else with fake accessories experience?
apy said:
I've recently purchased Brando mirror screen protectors. Whilst the the screenprotector is a good fit on my Touch HD, it's like watching the screen with my sunglasses on, unlike the manufacturer's claim that clarity isn't reduced (they claim it's even enhanced). So I looked closely at the packaging and noticed that the Brando logo wasn't on it. When I search the web for brando products, they all have a logo on it, but somehow, for this particular product, no pictures are available.
I have attached pictures of the box (blurred out the information from the shop I purchased it from).
Can anyone tell me whether I have purchased a fake product?
Anyone else with fake accessories experience?
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Well, did you buy it from Brando or some other site?
That packaging on the photo sure don't look like any Brando screen protector I bought and received from them.
Rozenthal said:
Well, did you buy it from Brando or some other site?
That packaging on the photo sure don't look like any Brando screen protector I bought and received from them.
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Thanks for the confirmation of my suspicion. I bought it from a reseller, one of the biggest internetcompany around though. I've just emailed them a message and asked for an explanation and a confirmation of what they sent me.
I bought the same screen protector directly from Brando and it was complete sh#t, a total waste of money. You are right in saying it was like looking at your phone with glasses on.
I don't know, I have already bought several protectors from Brando and they were all excellent. I am not sure what model of protector this is, but my ultra clear and anti-glare Brando protectors have been really good.
No sign of any illumination reduction, and visibility is the same with or without protector (I checked this!).
The supplier contacted me and confirmed that it they shipped the original Brando screen-protectors. Because the mirror screen guarder mode is new, packaging design isn't finished yet by Brando.
Furthermore, the supplier offered to replace the screenprotector with another one. Wouldn't know how this would change the clarity, so I opted for the Ultra clear version instead. I suppose the packaging for this product is fully designed and ready.
I just got the same exact thing from an Italian EBay reseller, so I guess this confirms the story.
If you have or found a good case, post it here.
I bought the official case from TMO. It's a little pricey but provides excellent protection. As a matter of fact, the faucet in my bathroom leaks and I left my tablet on the counter one night. I woke the next morning and my tablet was sitting in a puddle of water that extended halfway up the case. Took the case off, wiped everything down, and plugged it back in. Worked fine. Even the liquid indicator was still white.
hiko36 said:
I bought the official case from TMO. It's a little pricey but provides excellent protection. As a matter of fact, the faucet in my bathroom leaks and I left my tablet on the counter one night. I woke the next morning and my tablet was sitting in a puddle of water that extended halfway up the case. Took the case off, wiped everything down, and plugged it back in. Worked fine. Even the liquid indicator was still white.
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Ditto on the TMO case.. seems $20 too high, but honestly a pretty good hunk of hardware for your tablet. I will have one spare once I have my tablet mounted into my car dash..
Raichean said:
Ditto on the TMO case.. seems $20 too high, but honestly a pretty good hunk of hardware for your tablet. I will have one spare once I have my tablet mounted into my car dash..
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Another vote for the TMo case and you are right about the price but you can buy it off Ebay for about $20 less unless you are like me and want it right now.
Can anyone pls post a picture/link to this TMo case?
Would like to know how it looks, whats the price and where to get it.. thanks
Klacik said:
Can anyone pls post a picture/link to this TMo case?
Would like to know how it looks, whats the price and where to get it.. thanks
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The brand is Incipio and I purchased mine from a TMo store for like $50. I had seen the same one on Ebay for half the price but I didn't want to wait. I checked Ebay and the case is no longer listed. I also looked on the Incipio web site and they don't even list it. I don't have a picture but the case is black and the tablet kind of snaps down into the bottom part of the case. You can open the case(it is held closed with an elastic strap) and you have three positions that the tablet can be set into. They range from a fairly good tilt to darn near upright. I have found the case to be quite nice and it really doesn't add much to the overall size. Hope this helps.
Klacik said:
Can anyone pls post a picture/link to this TMo case?
Would like to know how it looks, whats the price and where to get it.. thanks
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Pictures attached.
On the second picture, you can see bubbles in the microfiber. That's the glue separating because I got it wet.
I bought on ebay a smart cover like this from the auction 170821966479. It's thin, good protection and a good stand. I am very happy with it.
The TMO case is so popular in the US, but outside there are two options: universal 7 inch case or a not so bad case designed for the media pad. Search for t-mobile springboard case on ebay.
I bought a cheap-o case off eBay for $16. Listing was questionable as the sellers account was terminated the day after I bought it. I still got the case this morning after 3 weeks though. 2 problems with it. It's a little too thing for the springboard, so the outside edge around the display doesn't quit fold over all the way and sticks up. Secondly, the hole for the front facing camera is slightly off and the camera just barely peeks out from it.
Might not stick with the case though. Without the case I've always been able to stick it in my back pocket (slacks or jeans) and walk around with it to a few places, lunch breaks, dog walks, etc. With the case its a no go.
PDair Leather Case
lilaliend said:
I bought a cheap-o case off eBay for $16. Listing was questionable as the sellers account was terminated the day after I bought it. I still got the case this morning after 3 weeks though. 2 problems with it. It's a little too thing for the springboard, so the outside edge around the display doesn't quit fold over all the way and sticks up. Secondly, the hole for the front facing camera is slightly off and the camera just barely peeks out from it.
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Yes, I have also found this one on eBay. I have ordered it (the same colour like lilaliend). But it never arrived (I got my money back). Fortunatelly!!
After the first attempt with eBay, I have decided to invest a bit more money and ordered a leather case from PDair:
qqq.pdair.com/index.php/ebook-reader-tablet/huawei/huawei-mediapad/leather-case-for-huawei-mediapad-book-type-black.htmk
(in the URL please replace qqq with www and htmk with html)
You can buy it directly from PDair for $80. This is quite a lot of money. But PDair's reseller for Middle East sells the same case ("book type") for $60:
tbeyond.com/leather-case-for-huawei-mediapad-book-type-black-p-14363.htmk
(in the URL please replace htmk with html)
Free Worldwide Shipping. Even though the reseller is based in United Arab Emirates, the case came from Hong Kong. Delivery to Germany was without any problems.
My experience with the case from PDair: The case is simply excellent. I highly recommend it. It is worth the money:
PROS:
- durable black leather
- magnets! It closes with magnets
- the tablet fits nicely into the case (in contrast to the cheap case from eBay - see post from lilaliend)
- all holes (front and rear cameras, USB and HDMI ports, charger) are precisely where they should be
CONS:
- the case is rather thick. They use multiple layers of leather (you can see it on the pictures on the PDair website). So the tablet is really well protected. But with the case you can not put the tablet into your back pocket...
TMobile Incipio case for Springboard has dropped in price
If you were to shop for it now on the TMobile site the Incipio case is now $29. That's about $15 to maybe $20 cheaper than when I bought it earlier in the year. ARGH!
I do love my case though. The only thing that's bad is when you are in portrait mode and the front cover doesn't sit nicely back when holding it in that position.
Marware Jurni
I wanted a case that had a zippered closure, for added protection. I had this case from when I had purchased the Kindle Fire. But I decided to see if it would fit the Springpad. It does, with a bit of sanding or cutting.
This is an option if you are willing to sand down or cut two nibs from the top two clips. Each clip has two nibs, the one you want to sand down or cut is the one on the right for each clip. I have attached some pictures so you can see the zippered case and the two clips above, and a close up of the cut. Mine is a bit sloppy, but hey, I'm not complaining. See pictures.
ting-er said:
I bought on ebay a smart cover like this from the auction 170821966479. It's thin, good protection and a good stand. I am very happy with it.
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I also looking for this case.. anyone know where can i get it that shipped internationally...
The incipio one is also looks nice.. but i couldnt found one in ebay
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Great... I am happy with my incipio but I got this off ebay because it would be nice to prop it in portrait mode. I guess I could report how well it does when it comes.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Brown-Magic...7-SLIM-MediaPad-SPRINGBOARD?item=270998785548
this is my combo "temporary" case and universal stand. :laugh:
still looking for a folio-type case and I just got news that the local distributor here already has stocks and giving it for free for new buyers of MediaPad. :silly:
I wanted a case that protects the corners, could prop up the MediaPad in landscape and (!) did not cover the front (like some cases that cover the bezel around the display).
Turns out that this case for the Lenovo Ideapad A1 fits just fine. Only the hole for the camera is in the wrong place, but I don't use the Pad's camera anyway. Nice sleek design. Reeks of plastic/glue the first few days, but the smell wears off quickly and then you have a smart-looking case for your MediaPad.
Apparently this case comes with different names around the globe. Have a look at the pictures and see what's available in your country.
Hi
I'm using the EasyAcc Case for nearly a year now.
It fits great, exept the hole for the frontcamera could be a milimeter bigger.
I do not know, in it is available outside Germany.
Greets
Torstiko
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My Layblock wallet case should be here any day now. I ordered it almost 2 weeks ago. Anyone else order one? This is the most I've ever paid for a case, but since the phone is so big it will be nice to combine my wallet and phone into 1 item so I no longer have to carry 2 bulky items around in my pants.
The couple YouTube reviews I watched raved about this case and how good it was.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/25135001535...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
That's a lot man
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PowerMan572 said:
My Layblock wallet case should be here any day now. I ordered it almost 2 weeks ago. Anyone else order one? This is the most I've ever paid for a case, but since the phone is so big it will be nice to combine my wallet and phone into 1 item so I no longer have to carry 2 bulky items around in my pants.
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I absolutely love the look of this case. I even almost bought one (Camel Brown) during Black Friday because Layblock was offering a 15% discount, but was still somewhat put off by the price. Ultimately, I decided against it when I came across some Chinese S-View knockoff cases. I still continue to check ebay and Zoarah for price drops on the Layblock case. The ebay price is about $10 more than the regular price around Thanksgiving, so I definitely wouldn't buy this case now. Another manufacturer that makes nice cases is Wetherby (Korean). One thing about the Layblock case that I simply couldn't get past is the massive cutout for the camera, and it was like that for all the colors. I just couldn't pay close to $60 for a case and settle for that. The tolerances on the knockoff S-View cases I have are very good.
great hahhhhh
great hahhhhh
PowerMan572 said:
My Layblock wallet case should be here any day now. I ordered it almost 2 weeks ago. Anyone else order one? This is the most I've ever paid for a case, but since the phone is so big it will be nice to combine my wallet and phone into 1 item so I no longer have to carry 2 bulky items around in my pants.
The couple YouTube reviews I watched raved about this case and how good it was.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/25135001535...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
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Lovely wallet. Please share some actual photos when it arrives.
Also, be sure to use a screen protector with that. I can see all those cards scratching against the glass.
PowerMan572 said:
My Layblock wallet case should be here any day now. I ordered it almost 2 weeks ago. Anyone else order one? This is the most I've ever paid for a case, but since the phone is so big it will be nice to combine my wallet and phone into 1 item so I no longer have to carry 2 bulky items around in my pants.
The couple YouTube reviews I watched raved about this case and how good it was.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/25135001535...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
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Please be sure to use a GLASS screen protector with your case. Especially if you are going to be putting cards in all 3 slots for the case. You will find that over time the cards will start to etch lines into; and create uneven wear on the oleophobic coating an unprotected screen. The standard screen protector (I was using a Zagg Shield on my Note 2 when it happened to me) WILL NOT protect you from this. I think it's the pressure of the cards pressed up against the glass for long periods of time that create this problem.
I loved my wallet case for my Note 2, and paid about $50 for it, until I saw this starting to happen. I have one for my Note 3, the Poetic version. .. It only cost me $13 shipped... but have yet to use it, even though I do have a a glass screen protector. I plan for limited use eitherway, on a night when I'm going out, or want to class up my device a little bit. Even my glass screen protector has an oleophobic coating, and while it is replaceable, I don't want to accelerate the wear and tear on it... that thing was dammed expensive.
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yuck
I just received iSmooth's Ultra Clear HD screen protector for the Nexus 6. Although I've had great success with iSmooth screen protectors in the past, the HD screen protector for the Nexus 6 is horrible. It doesn't cover the entire screen and the cut outs along the top (for the top speaker and the camera) don't line up at all.
Has anyone else tried this screen protector on the Nexus 6 and experienced the same result as I did?
I've mentioned the same thing in this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2945448.
Well I reached out to support and they said they are aware of the problem. All they needed was for me to e-mail them with my name, address, and order number. Once they make a revision they will ship out new ones free of charge. They said the problem is that they used CAD files supplied to them by Motorola, but they never had a real Nexus 6 in house for testing. Apparently the CAD files were off a few millimeters.
When did you order? And did they mention if they have corrected the issue yet? I ordered a few days ago (Mon). This is my luck considering I ordered the spigen case with the kickstand and had marks and scratches all over it, only to find out that some people are just now getting their replacements.. With the same exact issue.
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When did you order? And did they mention if they have corrected the issue yet? I ordered a few days ago (Mon). This is my luck considering I ordered the spigen case with the kickstand and had marks and scratches all over it, only to find out that some people are just now getting their replacements.. With the same exact issue.
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I ordered on Sunday and it arrived yesterday.
xlemonhed1 said:
When did you order? And did they mention if they have corrected the issue yet? I ordered a few days ago (Mon). This is my luck considering I ordered the spigen case with the kickstand and had marks and scratches all over it, only to find out that some people are just now getting their replacements.. With the same exact issue.
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I ordered 11/19 and received 11/19. Issue still not fixed.
Dang I have the same one sitting on my desk. At least they will take care of it.
Anyone got a replacement?
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Anyone got a replacement?
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Some newer reviews on Amazon said the revision is now out. Sent them an email about sending me replacements tonight so I'll see if/how they reply.
I got my replacement ismooth about a week ago. Much better.
I ordered 6-Pack Clear HD XtremeGuard HI-DEF from a seller on eBay (xtreme_guard) and they are good quality and they fit the phone perfectly and cover the top of the screen below the top speaker like they should. The camera cutout lines up perfectly. They are only $2.99 for 6 of them.
I got mine as well. Emailed and they shipped it out the next day.
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I got mine as well. Emailed and they shipped it out the next day.
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They just responded to me today. New screen protectors have been sent out. Great customer service. iSmooth is my 'go to' brand for the last couple devices.
I live in the States , would it be possible to pick up one of these cases here? I've been trying to look forever (Bestbuy, Office depot etc you name it) and I can't seem to find one.
Is there anywhere I can get it online? I am looking for an authentic S View case.
Have you tried eBay?
If you do a search for "original cover s view note 3 neo" you'll find a lot of sellers (at least here in Europe). Maybe some of them provide international shipping.
i am living in bern, and i bought a case from CA , named headcase and this is horrible !!
I bought one at ebay but i am very disappointed. it makes my phone looks like a brick,and after 3-4 weeks the plastic s view screen suddenly broken.... not recommended...:silly: otherwise it saves my phone well..
try a nillkin s view cover, you cold find it at 14€ on Amazon.
Or you could buy a cover similar to the original one branded "kw-mobile" on Amazon for 10€.
I read that the nillkin one doesn't activate the a view function but the kwmobile one does.
However, keep in mind that I don't own any kind of s view cover at the moment.
SAMSUNG Galaxy Note 3 neo