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Hi guys I was looking for a cheap case for my n7 since its insured with my bank I'm going to use it all the time so that means travel so I grabbed a case that was cheap and had a couple of reviews
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B008GEBFQK/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
Anyone here got this case and can tell me anything about it its already on its way
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So after ordering one case it got lost the the mail but I contacted the seller and received another case the following day good service there
Now the case is a perfect fit and the wake sleep function is very handy stands up well and the n7 feels like it's snug and protected it also adds very little extra bulk so my tablet still fits in my jeans happy days
In summary if you love your tablet and want to keep the 7" wonder safe but don't want to break the bank I would recommend this case oo and the carbon fibre look makes the case look very flush
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I have that same case except mine isn't carbon fiber and its pretty good. The n7 fits perfectly in it and its not that bulky for a leather case. All in all I would say its a good case.
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Thank you very much,
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The photos look like they photoshopped jelly bean screenshots on top of a Kindle Fire--even the fact that they left one of the pictures as a closeup of the speaker port for the Kindle Fire is kinda funny. Other than that it might still be pretty decent.
Edit: Actually that closeup is an iPad--seems kind of weird that they included that picture for a 7-inch case of a completely different product.
Well I did notice the camera hole was missing from the front in the picture however I have seen reviews saying all access holes are perfect I hope the picture is just a mock up
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Hi everyone.
this thread is for anyone like me who bought a flip cover and still want to use a samsung protective cover on it to save the chrome frame of the note II from scratches.
in the attachment there is a speed mockup i did to have a preview of the result.
Actually i am using flip + protective without any mod, but the both-handed use in portrait ain't so confortable because the flip cannot flip itself on the backcover but just get a 90 degrees angle before stopping when the protective cover edge oppose resistence. Now i'm studying the right approach to operate the easy way and with no errors to cut the left side and make the flip cover flip again on the back with a protective cover on it though.
I was surprised that no one posted a thread like this, because imho the official protective + flip cover combo is the most elegant way to use the phone with no regrets on where you put it or how you put etc. I'm looking for any suggest and would like to share this experience with other users who are in this case
NOW THAT is imaginative! Im sooo doing this!
Good choice, if u gonna try please report us with pics. That would be awesome
I am scared that after the cut the resulting edges would be too sharp and look some of crappy handmade. I doubt that is not necessary to cut all the entire height of the grey bumper from the left side to obtain usability on portrait, maybe just a few millimetres and the flip will regain his full rotation. I don't know how the white edge of the protective cover will look like after the cut, if we suppose to cut all the grey bumper for a more balanced resulting design.
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It worked like a charm
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Man, you mightve been an inventor in your past life cause this is an amazing way to go.
dipas said:
Hi everyone.
this thread is for anyone like me who bought a flip cover and still want to use a samsung protective cover on it to save the chrome frame of the note II from scratches.
in the attachment there is a speed mockup i did to have a preview of the result.
Actually i am using flip + protective without any mod, but the both-handed use in portrait ain't so confortable because the flip cannot flip itself on the backcover but just get a 90 degrees angle before stopping when the protective cover edge oppose resistence. Now i'm studying the right approach to operate the easy way and with no errors to cut the left side and make the flip cover flip again on the back with a protective cover on it though.
I was surprised that no one posted a thread like this, because imho the official protective + flip cover combo is the most elegant way to use the phone with no regrets on where you put it or how you put etc. I'm looking for any suggest and would like to share this experience with other users who are in this case
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This is the best way to go. Thanks for the idea. So basically do you have to get both samsung made flip cover and a samsung made protective cover for this to work right or do you think other flip covers and protective covers would work? Waiting on my note II as we speak! I need this combo!
I only tried with samsung genuine protective plus flip cover, this concept may fit also with other producers' accessories but it depends on their thickness and dynamics
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It worked like a charm
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Genius! Too bad I returned the flip cover when my protective cover arrived. It looks good but I'll see how well the Ebay flip cover case fits before I go and buy a Samsung flip cover again to do the mods.
Any particular bumper/silicon case?..........or just the cheapest going off ebay? My GN2 and flip case haven't arrived yet but I'll be doing this mod straight away
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Any particular bumper/silicon case?..........or just the cheapest going off ebay? My GN2 and flip case haven't arrived yet but I'll be doing this mod straight away.
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I used the genuine samsung protective cover for note II. You could try with different types though
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dipas said:
I used the genuine samsung protective cover for note II. You could try with different types though
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Sorry, I hadn't read the original post correctly.....I thought the genuine flip case was also the 'protective cover' - just different names for it. Hadn't realised this mod was a hybrid of two different genuine cases. I saw the grey bumper and thought that was cut from a cheapo none branded silicone case.
Can you explain what the rear of the GN2 looks like then? I haven't seen this protective cover yet and none of the photos show the back.....I'm trying to imagine whether it's only the bumper that is cut from the protective cover or whether that makes up the rear of the modified case. Thanks in advance.
The samsung protective cover for gn2 is made of two materials, the back is exactly the same white material of the original backcover, with the same look, and the gray bumper is a soft gum. I highly suggest this cover, it follows the same feel and design of the n7100.
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OMG Thank you so much!
This is EXACTLY what I wanted! I'm going to combine this with a flygrip and I will be all set!
I tried asking on another thread if anyone knew if a bumper case could fit over my flip case but never got any responses...
I would have been afraid to be the first one to try but now that I see that it can work I can't wait to do it!
Off to the Samsung website for the 50% off coupon and the black protective case!
Thank You Again!!!
I have done exactly the same thing with the original note 1
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Great Idea
Here is my take on this great idea - I found that after I cut the side, doing some light sanding made for a much smoother and nicer finish along the hard white plastic edge. Also to smooth out the grey bumper edges that I cut - I heated up a butter knife (not too hot) and lightly pressed it up against the edges and made for a much smoother cut edge (does not look like it was cut with exacto knife)
Looks great!
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fifthblindmouse said:
Here is my take on this great idea - I found that after I cut the side, doing some light sanding made for a much smoother and nicer finish along the hard white plastic edge. Also to smooth out the grey bumper edges that I cut - I heated up a butter knife (not too hot) and lightly pressed it up against the edges and made for a much smoother cut edge (does not look like it was cut with exacto knife)
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Hi,
Did you remove all the gray soft plastic? I left about a mm because it masks better. Is it that that you smooth?
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Thats probably the best case (combo) ive ever seens. A couple of questions.
Please provide links for where you got both.
Dont you find it an inconvenience to flip it everytime you want to use the phone?
If the phone was in freefall would the flip become flappy and the phone drop on its screen?
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I've just ordered a genuine back plate and flip cover. Lets see how this goes.
Also are you guys using a screen protector? If so does the case lift it off?
Yes, if you look at the outside of the case - all of the grey is removed, there is still a tiny amount of residual grey on the inside surface of the white plastic. I sanded down the hard white plastic edge.
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Chan_B said:
Thats probably the best case (combo) ive ever seens. A couple of questions.
Please provide links for where you got both.
Dont you find it an inconvenience to flip it everytime you want to use the phone?
If the phone was in freefall would the flip become flappy and the phone drop on its screen?
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Kind of expensive but I got the flip cover from the local sprint store $40 (that is the only place that i could find one) Even tho my phone is the T-Mo variant, the sprint one still fits. And I got the white plastic case from newegg $22.
I dont think that it is a bother to flip open the case - I kind of like it actually
In theory it could drop on the screen or something could drop on the screen but I also put on a screen cover - i guess my phone can survive most scenarios
Is there some sort of case that I can use to protect the back of the phone that works with the flip cover? I can almost get a gel case on the back, but without making some modifications with a craft knife (I am useless at that sort of thing), I can't fold the cover back with it attached.
There must be some solution out here that allows me to use the flip cover with protection on the back?
Thanks for any advice.
I would like to know this too. Any info would be much appreciated.
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Case Combo that Works
I use both a Flip Case and a Hybrid Case together giving me front cover, all around protection and kickstand. I attached the flip case. I then cut a small section from the left side of the hybrid case to allow the cover on the flip to open freely and attached it to the GN2 with the flip cover. Here are the ebay products I used:
Black Luxury Flip Case Brushed Cover For Samsung Galaxy Note 2 II N7100 NEW - $8.66
Black Hybrid Jolt Hard TPU Case Cover Kickstand For Samsung Galaxy Note II 2 - $9.95
krdud said:
I use both a Flip Case and a Hybrid Case together giving me front cover, all around protection and kickstand. I attached the flip case. I then cut a small section from the left side of the hybrid case to allow the cover on the flip to open freely and attached it to the GN2 with the flip cover. Here are the ebay products I used:
Black Luxury Flip Case Brushed Cover For Samsung Galaxy Note 2 II N7100 NEW - $8.66
Black Hybrid Jolt Hard TPU Case Cover Kickstand For Samsung Galaxy Note II 2 - $9.95
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Its just the cutting part I wanted to avoid. Im quite surprised samsung didnt develop a back case to compliment the flip cover.
Looks like im gonna have to try and cut a section out of my gel case then, or find someone who has some cutting skills.
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The flip cover replaces the original back cover.
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The flip cover replaces the original back cover.
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I know, but I want something to protect the back as well
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Why don't you get a cover that had a flip built in. They seem to cost the same.
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finalhit said:
Why don't you get a cover that had a flip built in. They seem to cost the same.
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I could of done that I suppose but I have already purchased the flip cover and really like it.
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simacca said:
I could of done that I suppose but I have already purchased the flip cover and really like it.
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I just saw in another thread something by tech21 impactology that is awesome. It has a built in flip cover and very protective case. Look into it of you get the chance. I just ordered one for myself
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I know, but I want something to protect the back as well
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Isn't the entire back the replaced cover? Unless you want to protect the camera more...
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Isn't the entire back the replaced cover? Unless you want to protect the camera more...
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No. I want to protect the back from getting scratched up and from knocks and bumps.
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simacca said:
I could of done that I suppose but I have already purchased the flip cover and really like it.
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Hmm,a badly cut edge could scratch the metal part.which is not replaceable. Since you're thinking of buying a case anyway, why not spend the extra 5 dollars and go for one's with built in flip cover. They look the same the oems
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http://www.ray-out.co.jp/products/docomo_galaxy_note_ii_sc-02e.html
from japan, some of these has the opening for use with official Samsung flip cover, i ordered the tpu one in dark brown, snap cases are available too
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I'm looking for a case with great protection like the gumdrop/active case.
I dont want to have to use the "thick" screen protector that comes with those cases, I want to use a "flap" so that when I'm not using it I close it, and when I want to use it I get the "real" screen.
I know there hard cases with a closing flap but I want the protection of the thicker/softer rubber. I know the active case has a "lid", but I want it to be like a smartcover.
However I don't want a briefcase like the pelican.
I can't be the first person to be searching for a product like this?
Thanx!
Don't think they exist
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Like this? http://www.google.nl/search?rlz=1Y3...fjUIbDAcS50QX744Bw#biv=i|18;d|SBp2eMdGepOCtM:
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Check this out! http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2075663 (Asus OEM cover + magnet) :good:
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Check this out! http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2075663 (Asus OEM cover + magnet) :good:
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Yes I saw that guide but I am really loking for a bit more protection than the original cover.
Would also like to be able to Lock it in place so that it doesn't open in my backpack!
Also from the looks of it, the gumdrop/active case will keep there shape and not start losing there shape after being broken in!
Strange, I would thought that this is what most people would want to have?
The Speck FitFolio has great protection and the top flap latches securely.
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Yes that looks like a good one, but not sure how much the hard plastic will help against a corner landning...
There's a thread here somewhere with someone making the case you want out of two others. A tpu case and the flap from one like the speck.
What about the book-like cases mentioned in some of the threads here? Where the tablet gets mounted in a wooden frame (these all seem to be eco friendly) and the "book cover" part is cloth (covered cardboard I'd guess keeping with the eco friendly theme) that acts just like a flap that you're looking for.
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bsoplinger said:
What about the book-like cases mentioned in some of the threads here? Where the tablet gets mounted in a wooden frame (these all seem to be eco friendly) and the "book cover" part is cloth (covered cardboard I'd guess keeping with the eco friendly theme) that acts just like a flap that you're looking for.
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Got my Moko case for the N7 yesterday. Fits my requirements , and im happy with it.
http://www.amazon.com/MoKo-Slim-fit-Google-Android-Tablet/dp/B008FLYROG
Those fake leather cases with a flap, wake/sleep magnet functionality, cases are easy to get hold of and I like mine. Got it from China with a stylus and screen protector for about $9.95. Can get just the case for $4/$5 though.
The one I bought: http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Reta...and-magnetic-sleep-wake-Sensor/604378626.html
I've had my nexus 7 for around 3-4 months, never really used it much but now I'm getting hooked to it. Ive got a standard folio type case for it but dont really like it as the flap constantly gets in the way.
Has anyone seen a snap on type of case that is leather. An example of what I mean is something like whats attached but for nexus 7 of course. I cant seem to find one but maybe on of you guys could help me? Thanks
All my phones and tablet/phablet have these leather case :
http://www.noreve.com/
http://www.noreve.com/langue/en/product/Asus_Google_Nexus_7_Tradition_leather_case.html
They have magnet to switch off screen
Very good quality...
Here a video and presentation
http://thetechlist.co/reviews/nexus-7/noreve-leather-nexus-7-case/
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Noreve is indeed the best. I have Noreve cases for all my devices and would never look back.
Yes but I didn't want a case with a flap as I've already got one, I just wanted a case that would snap on the back but was leather
To be honest....the back of the n7 already has that leathery/rubbery premium feel about it. That's why I haven't seen one around yet cuz it's kinda pointless to protect the back of the n7.
I reckon ebay/amazon but i'm sure you would've checked there anyways
I got a plastic back only snap on case for my HTC Evo View 4G and when I moved to the Nexus 7 I got one for it. I agree with the OP and like the extra protection without the bother and bulk of a more traditional case. I.I too would prefer leather or even naugahide but unfortunately I could only find textured plastic ones. They aren't shiny nor plastic-y with the sand like finish. Bought on eBay. If you want but can't find it I can try to get a valid url.
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I still these things at a pretty high volume, for retail, but I can't get a single custom case for it. I carry it in a small, but oversized, Case Mate, Netbook case. Of course, Amazon has a ton of cheap cases- but, cases are one of those items I try before I buy.
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Did you take a look at the poetic slimline? here