today i went out to buy another nexus 7 for my wife, after buying a bunch of accessories for my first one, i realized that many of these generic stuff are pretty much the same, I got in on a couple leather folio cover type cases for 5 bucks shipped when it was posted here, but my wife thinks that the flap is annoying and wants to get a simple tpu as well as a screen protector for hers (the 5 dollar folio one i cannot use the NFC google wallet unless i pop the tablet out from case)
personally I hated the xtreme something wet application screen protectors, it grips too much and makes swiping difficult, I tore mine off the screen in less than a day (i laid it on perfect, no bubble btw) but it was just annoying, so back to the regular dry application screen protectors
as for the TPU cases, to me the simpler the better, I don't care much about their so called designs as they look all look ghetto to me, I much rather to have a plain case with no design on it, having a X or S does not make my tablet any faster or better looking.
for 1 I don't like the x design on the other TPU case and don't feel like paying a few extra dollar for the S design case, so I ordered this one, nice grip i'd imagine, will see when it arrives
http://www.amazon.com/Exact-Design-...=1344802737&sr=8-18&keywords=nexus+tablet+tpu
then since i like to poke my tablet with a stylus, i'd figured that it would be a good idea to slap on some screen protector, I never had the matte anti glare one, so this one looks good as i can have both and in case i don't like the matte one i just tear it off and put on the regular clear one.
http://www.amazon.com/i-Blason-Duro...sr=1-5&keywords=nexus+tablet+screen+protector
as for the stylus part, we have a amazonbasic one, and some generic cheap ones, to be honest save your money as they both feel pretty much the same and if you are like me who loses pen easily, get the cheap one, i also have the motorola xyboard one that i keep at the office, it looks good and thats about it.
and if you are not in a rush, after rooting the tablet, order a couple of these OTG cables as it takes a while to get here from China
http://www.amazon.com/T-Flash-Adapt...r=1-1&keywords=SANOXY+Micro+USB+Host+Mode+OTG
Interested to hear on how your purchase worked for you.
Oops...just read your post in my summary thread. I'm considering getting the screen protector you recommended as I need to buy for two tablets and the others are way too pricey.
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The sgp stenheil crystal clear screen protectors are fabulous! Very easy to put on, its a dry install. It feels like the glass on the screen.
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I'd like to know how you feel about the tpu case when it arrives.
sorry about the late reply didnt notice your post
its just like any other tpu case hard with a little bit of flex if you try to twist it
worth the 6 bucks i paid
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Nice, but I can beat it !
S Style TPU case, screen protector and a mini-stylus - £3.29.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/221111761...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
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Can't find it via search on their site. But the pre-order/order page is up. Get um while they're hot!
This is by far the best screen protector you can use. Looks and feels just like the glass.
http://www.spigen.com/tablets/google/google-nexus-7-remium-lcd-protection-film-steinheil-series.html
Have one on my galaxy nexus. Good Find. Gonna get one for my nexus 7 as well.
It looks nice but $22 for a screen protector stings a bit too much for my tastes.
Looks nice. May have to try it.
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Steep price, sticking with the Body Guardz screen protector for the quality, slick for sliding finger around and warranty for replacements if needed.
Awesome! I have one on my Bionic and cannot recommend it enough. It's still in perfect condition after at least nine months of use... no peeling, no dimples, no scratches. I think I'm going to skip it on the N7 since it's not going to be subjected to the same level of abuse and because I'll eventually get a case, but if you're looking for one, this a good choice.
Don't worry about the price, unless you're on a shoestring budget. You'll never miss the extra $5 or $10 you dropped on this, because you'll never notice it's there. Can't say that about most of the cheaper ones I've tried.
I have one on my thunderbolt and it is almost a year old. Absolutely the best screen protector. They are really hard and clear.
Not going to use over on my N7 since I use a folio case, but if you are using an open face TPU style case, then this is the screen protector you want.
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Who knew a piece of clear plastic could go for so much money lol
Hey guys, I'm looking for some advice. I'm trying to decide between a nice screen protector and a DODOcase/Portenzo case.
Could anyone help me decide why one might be the better buy over the other? If you're arguing in favor of a screen protector, please list which one you would suggest.
Thanks,
Josh
screen protector: my favorite is SGP
pros
- protects screen from scratches
- 0 added bulk
cons
- no drop protection
case:
pro
- protects entire tablet from bumps and scratches
cons
- added bulk
- does not necessarily protect the tablet from scratches. (if sand gets in between the cover and tablet, you will get scratched
- expensive
that being said, i have a screen protector on mine and have a portenzo on order.
allen2oo3 said:
screen protector: my favorite is SGP
pros
- protects screen from scratches
- 0 added bulk
cons
- no drop protection
case:
pro
- protects entire tablet from bumps and scratches
cons
- added bulk
- does not necessarily protect the tablet from scratches. (if sand gets in between the cover and tablet, you will get scratched
- expensive
that being said, i have a screen protector on mine and have a portenzo on order.
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Thanks, Allen. I'm definitely considering the SGP Steinheil Ultra Crystal. At least with the screen protector, I know that the most important part of the tablet would be protected. On the other hand, I like how the book-style cases disguise it (kind of an anti-theft technique).
I would get both a screen protector and a book-style case, but I feel like more than 25% is too much to spend to protect it (not to judge anyone, just my personal opinion). Am I wrong to think this? Maybe I'm being unrealistic, and should spring for both.
I completely agree that its a lot to spend on a case. If its perfect I'll be happy but if it isn't, I'll feel like I wasted some money. The dodo case has the same looks but is a little cheaper (plus some people are finding coupon codes foe 10% off). The difference is that the tablet is stuck on by an adhesive instead of the wood cradle. I was thinking about getting one of those just because they are thinner than the portenzo. You could get one of those now and if you feel that you need more protection, get something lie the incipio feather or similar when it is released.
Another way is to get a cheaper screen protector. I'm currently using a cheap amazon one because SGP had not released theirs yet. It is thinner than SGP which makes installing much harder but I feel it protects just as well. Shoot me a pm with your address and I'll mail you the spare that it came with.
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I completely agree that its a lot to spend on a case. If its perfect I'll be happy but if it isn't, I'll feel like I wasted some money. The dodo case has the same looks but is a little cheaper (plus some people are finding coupon codes foe 10% off). The difference is that the tablet is stuck on by an adhesive instead of the wood cradle. I was thinking about getting one of those just because they are thinner than the portenzo. You could get one of those now and if you feel that you need more protection, get something lie the incipio feather or similar when it is released.
Another way is to get a cheaper screen protector. I'm currently using a cheap amazon one because SGP had not released theirs yet. It is thinner than SGP which makes installing much harder but I feel it protects just as well. Shoot me a pm with your address and I'll mail you the spare that it came with.
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Thank you so much for the offer. I actually ordered a cheap screen protector on Amazon as well a few days ago. I keep hearing amazing things about SGP though (things like clarity, smoothness, etc), but I'm starting to wonder if a screen protector is even necessary if you have a case on it. How easily scratched is the glass? I've heard some people say that it's not worth (long-term) using a screen-protector unless it's a nicer (expensive) one, because it detracts from the experience.
I love the DODOcase because it's so sleek, and looks professional. I'm pretty OCD about keeping it nice I'm confident that it'd be a good purchase, I'm just wondering if it's really worthwhile, considering that the Nexus 7 is pretty durable (from what I've heard; I don't actually have it, yet).
I caved and bought the DODOcase
allen2oo3 said:
I completely agree that its a lot to spend on a case. If its perfect I'll be happy but if it isn't, I'll feel like I wasted some money. The dodo case has the same looks but is a little cheaper (plus some people are finding coupon codes foe 10% off). The difference is that the tablet is stuck on by an adhesive instead of the wood cradle. I was thinking about getting one of those just because they are thinner than the portenzo. You could get one of those now and if you feel that you need more protection, get something lie the incipio feather or similar when it is released.
Another way is to get a cheaper screen protector. I'm currently using a cheap amazon one because SGP had not released theirs yet. It is thinner than SGP which makes installing much harder but I feel it protects just as well. Shoot me a pm with your address and I'll mail you the spare that it came with.
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Thanks a bunch for your advice. I caved and bought the DODOcase
If you or anyone else needs a coupon, here's 10% off:
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The accessories forum is a dangerous place to visit. The wallet always ends up a little thinner
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Bought 2 of these and they arrived yesterday, gotta say I am a huge fan! $5 with free shipping, arrived in just over a week and fits the nexus 7 like a second skin.
It raises the front of the device so it won't be scratched if face down on a surface, has all the cut outs for charger, volume, power etc and the design looks nice and it doesn't feel cheap at all.
Will post pics when I get a chance but thought I would give a heads up, instead of paying $30+ for the other cases..this is a winner!
Black Soft TPU Gel Case Cover For Google Nexus 7 7" Tablet
I got this case instead since it had a stand:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/380459538154?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
Right side is a little bit looser then the rest of the case though, but not too big of a deal.
ebay Item number: 160857894629
very good gel case ，clear black looks awesome and with high quality screen protector . if anyone want see pics please let me know
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I got this case instead since it had a stand:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/380459538154?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
Right side is a little bit looser then the rest of the case though, but not too big of a deal.
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Same case is on Amazon for $5.95 shipped. It has two reviews, which aren't good, only 2 stars.
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Yep I pretty much bought the exact same TPU case the other day from eBay UK
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/221111761...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
even came with a cheap plastic screen protector and some naff mini stylus xD
Once I got my T-Mobile Note 2, I searched the interwebs for a case that would protect the phone and make it less slippery. The quest was not an easy one, with barely any cases available, and most being replicas with different names. Additionally, none of the ones I saw offered protection around the corners, something that I find 100% essential on a case.
So after several hours on the general Galaxy Note II Accessories forum and several pages down the Amazon hole through multiple search keywords, I found the perfect case, for the time being. The case is a basic TPU S-line hybrid with an added kickstand. Nothing new or revolutionary, I'm sure, but given the lack of choices as of yet, a good one nonetheless.
The case protects, as commented, all 4 corners, and it protrudes enough that it lets you place the phone face down without suffering any damage on the screen. The kickstand works, though this is also the biggest caveat I've found.
The kickstand is on a hinge, and, to keep the case as thin as possible, the kickstand is embedded into the case. This wouldn't be such a problem, this happens on the Seidio Active, for example. However, the case is so thin that the hinges protrude too much out of the case, causing this to be the main point of contact with the surface when you place the phone on its back. It's irritating because one would hope a case would make the phone less slippery when placed on a surface than the original plastic, but hanging from two small pieces of plastic is not much better. There's always the placing the phone on its kickstand position, and that's fine, but don't think about pushing the phone hard on this position, or you'll cause the hinge to let you shift the phone to the "second" position, and, if pushed further, down to the ground.
The kickstand hasn't broken yet, but leaves uncertainty on how long it'll last. The black part of the case is grippy, specially on its sides, with the semi-see-through material being more slippery (though this is not an inconvenience, really).
All ports are well protected, but not covered, so no worries about echo issues like in other cases.
The kickstand is perfect for watching movies on the beautiful 5.5 inch screen.
The durability of the case is debatable. While I'm sure it'll withstand some falls, its purpose is more of a "now it'll not slip off my hands every time I pull it out of my pocket" than "let's toss this sucker from a 20 ft window"
This case more than serves its purpose, and at $5.98 including S&H (shipping from MN, USA), it should be in everyone's short list of capable though cheap cases.
If your phone is naked awaiting a case that fits your immediate needs, this will suffice. If you're looking for something that protects better, is more elegant, and of a known brand, the Seidio Active with Metal Kickstand is my #1 choice. But meanwhile, until it is released, I'd rather have this $6 case than go "naked".
I'm waiting for Amazon to accept all my images that I uploaded so I can provide you with images.
In the meantime, you can check out my Amazon Review here.
>>> It comes on either Black, Blue, Pink, Purple, White. I think I've also seen red, and I'm sure you can also find it on eBay.
>>> Black one seems to be "Unavailable".
Did it come with that screen protector you have installed?
I ordered one from china might get it next year LOL and also ordered another for a note 1, hopefully is as good as this one, I've had the S-line case on my S3 and even tho it was cheap i loved it.. you keep the slimness of the phone witch is important having a 5.5inch screen on the pant pockets isn't fun, imagine adding 1cm of case might aswell get the iDevice-mini.
thanks for the pics now i know what I got into...
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Did it come with that screen protector you have installed?
I ordered one from china might get it next year LOL and also ordered another for a note 1, hopefully is as good as this one, I've had the S-line case on my S3 and even tho it was cheap i loved it.. you keep the slimness of the phone witch is important having a 5.5inch screen on the pant pockets isn't fun, imagine adding 1cm of case might aswell get the iDevice-mini.
thanks for the pics now i know what I got into...
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Yeah I tried to do it so that the selling company was located in the US, just so it wouldn't take so long to arrive because I was holding the phone naked and it was slippery as hell.
The screen protector is a SPIGEN SGP Samsung Galaxy Note 2 Screen Protector Clear Steinheil [Ultra Oleophobic] [2-PACK]
Personally, I don't think the protector is the best, but I feel more comfortable about using my phone now. The safer the better. I got a scratch on my S2 with Gorilla Glass, because I figured "oh Gorilla Glass...don't need a protector". I tried to put protector when I first got it, but failed on 3 accounts. It just didn't look good. Wore it for a while till it looked even worse and I just simply removed it. And of course... Sh*t happens.
So this time, I ordered protector same time as case. Except it is fulfilled by Amazon so it took 2 days free shipping. I think the price is high, AND I have 2-3 bubbles that don't go away. Really, they aren't bubbles. They're specks of dust, and the surrounding area does not stick to the screen. I've thought about using the second protector but...uh I don't know.
"But it's Gorilla Glass 2, you don't need protector!" Not gonna fall twice for that. "But it's gonna interfere with the S Pen!" You know what, I think from time to time it does interfere. I've noticed sometimes while drawing that I might lift the pen but it still draws on the screen. Not sure if that's due to the screen protector or not...
Anyway, best of luck. Protect your phone with the first thing you find in the meantime until you get your case!
i see there's a minor bump on the kickstand that prevents the phone from laying perfectly flat on it's back. Is there' a slight wobble to it if you lay it flat and touch one side?
I just got this case in today and Im happy with what I got for the money.
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well....
Since I got the Note 2 from t mobile on the day of launch, the store was not carrying any cases so I went ahead and ordered a cheap plastic case from ebay and ran to the sprint store where they had ONE SAMSUNG OEM FLIP CASE and purchased as well. As everybody knows, this samsung OEM case DOES NOT PROVIDE SIDE/CORNER protectio and since I HAVE NO GRIP hands, I had to have every kind of protection available so I integrated both covers. Here are some sample pics. I will keep this on until I get my SPIGEN case!!!!
p.s. I know it looks kind of ghetto but at least I am protected!!!
yusssi said:
Since I got the Note 2 from t mobile on the day of launch, the store was not carrying any cases so I went ahead and ordered a cheap plastic case from ebay and ran to the sprint store where they had ONE SAMSUNG OEM FLIP CASE and purchased as well. As everybody knows, this samsung OEM case DOES NOT PROVIDE SIDE/CORNER protectio and since I HAVE NO GRIP hands, I had to have every kind of protection available so I integrated both covers. Here are some sample pics. I will keep this on until I get my SPIGEN case!!!!
p.s. I know it looks kind of ghetto but at least I am protected!!!
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yeah I tried that with my GS3 it was too ghetto for me lol
Is this TPU case thick? I prefer thick rubber case to protect it more but might consider this since it has a kickstand
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fatboypup said:
yeah I tried that with my GS3 it was too ghetto for me lol
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Hahahaha!! I know!!!
one80oneday said:
Is this TPU case thick? I prefer thick rubber case to protect it more but might consider this since it has a kickstand
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It really is thin. This may not be the best for you, but I'd say just because of the kickstand, it may hold you over until you find a better one. Personally looking forward to Trident Aegis and Seidio Active. There's also Otterbox...
I got the same but the phone won't fit well. If I manage to fit the top, the bottom won't. If I do the opposite the top won't. Did yours had this problem?
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jamexman said:
I got the same but the phone won't fit well. If I manage to fit the top, the bottom won't. If I do the opposite the top won't. Did yours had this problem?
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Sorry, can't help you there. I really had no problem whatsoever putting this one in. I've taken it out about a dozen times, and I've never had issues taking it out or putting it back in. I ordered the Seidio Active case, so this one will be retired soon. But while using it, my only complaint was that the stand was not reliable. That's about it.
You might want to contact the seller and get a replacement. Looks like there's something wrong with yours. Also, make sure that all ports/buttons line up, and that they didn't send you the case for the wrong phone or some such.
Good luck!
This case is "unavailable" on Amazon but there are a million of them on Ebay, in all different colors. I got one in clear because I like to show off my phone, not the case, although I know from my old iPod case that I actually like the look of a clear glass-like edge around the sides.
I just wanted to chime in that if you get the clear version, beware that it *will* stick to the back cover of the phone. It's ugly because you get these big blobs and patches, and I found it immediately unacceptable. The case only cost me $5 so I just tried sanding it down on the inside so it wouldn't stick... which technically worked, but now it's even uglier. Yeah, I ruined it, but I couldn't see using it the way it was before. I was also concerned that over time, it'd stick so hard that I wouldn't be able to get it off. Already, whenever I'd take it off, I'd hear a "crack" as it unstuck from the back cover. I'm actually still using it after the sanding and it works just fine and doesn't stick anymore, but it is ugly.
My advice is to get a solid color version of this case if you get one, and still sand the inside of it so it doesn't stick. (Though make sure it's really opaque if you sand it; if it's clear at all, you'll see sanding marks.)
I really like kickstand cases but I'm thinking now of just getting something that gives me a little better grip on the phone (like a textured back cover) and then either not getting a case at all, or getting another one of these and hoping it doesn't stick to a more matte back cover.
for those who don't like the gloss look, how about:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/130804580625
available in other colours too
Pyr0x64 said:
for those who don't like the gloss look, how about:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/130804580625
available in other colours too
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U have this one? How is it like? The photo doesn't clarify a lot..
Thx
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No, I don't have one sorry.
I just spotted it on ebay last night and thought I would post it here as an alternative for people to consider when I saw the thread earlier
I do have it in my watchlist and may purchase later, but at the moment I'm using a FlyGrip and a plain matt tpu case
The kickstand looks a bit more flush on that one. Does not seem like there is much texture in the TPU for grip though. I will let someone else be the guinea pig, but I am curious to hear about it.
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Me too, I'm very curious about this case...
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They have that one in clear now too.
It looks frosted so it probably just has a matte texture that makes it easier to grip.
I found another clear TPU case similar to the first kickstand one but minus the stand and with all 5-star reviews on Amazon... found the same case on Ebay for cheaper (under 5 bucks) so I'm trying that next. If that one still creates unsightly stickiness, I'll just go for a clear hard plastic case. I've used one of those on my iPod for literally 5 years and they are surprisingly effective and look perfect.
LOL. I ordered the clear one to try out. I am so weak and have no will power.
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Its an accessories related question and i hope its ok to ask here. I just received my Nexus 7 32GB and loving it! As what i would do usually, I immediately started looking for back cases / covers / pouches for this lovely device and then I tought, does it really need one? The material at the back doesnt look like the one that could easily be scratched. But then I see so many cases around and people using them. Maybe to better protect the device when/if it falls? I dont like folio cases anyway and only buying a back case looks like a waste.
Any suggestions?
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It can get scratched. I have mine in a case almost all the time and I found a scratch on mine somehow
While it's not essential, I'd still go with a case, because you just never know what may befall your new shiny tablet. Since a lot of cases on the market appear to be cheap and ugly, buy something that is well built and from quality materials. This may set you back $50 or more, but trust me, it's well worth it. The tablet will just feel better in your hand, more secure, and you won't have to worry about the screen being scratched or it getting dinged on the side.
Ever since I got my Norever leather case I like the way my N7 feels way more than it does without it.
If you're only interested in a "back case" then I would consider the Incipio Feather. Here's my review. The Feather did come with a screen protector, but I'm with the others in this thread and I would just go with a full case to protect the whole thing.
FULL DISCLOSURE: The Feather was provided to me by Incipio for the purpose of review. I do not receive any compensation for my reviews.
Protection required
I would have to agree that i enjoy having my nexus out of a case . I like the feel of the back and for me it would not get scratched as im careful.. But I use it while im out and about all the time.. I have almost dropped it a few times.I think if you drop this device and it hits the edge of bezel The screen will crack.So i recommend having a nice case . For me i have the bobjgear silicone case . It does add bulk and the nice look of the device . But it provices alot of protection.
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I am thinking of a simple plain matte black slim tpu case. Let's see if I can find one.
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Well, having dropped my N7 twice, I can attest to getting a case for the Nexus lol. Both drops were from at least 3 feet and the first one went down rolling to the sidewalk from my truck in my Treegloo case. The N7 came unscathed but the Treegloo had an indentation that could barely notice. The second fall was in the garage cement floor. This time the fall was straight down back side down and went SPLAT. I freaked!:silly: and immediately took it out and found it turned on fine and the glass was uncracked. So I went inside and put the N7 down but noticed the cover didn't sit flush like it normally did, so I took the N7 out of the case and saw the backing corners were coming undone and I had to press down to re-snap them back into the corners again.
Now the treelgoo has been semi-retired now that I have the Seidio Active case on. It works because I now also use the Kropsson Aero modded universal car mount and using the treegloo wouldn't work in that case.
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as in the title yes, I have had a couple of small falls and one or two larger ones, and having the stock official ASUS ones may have saved it a lot of times, so getting any that will have some bump protection is a definite go ahead
call it insurance
I like the naked feel of the N7 in my hand. It's just right. The options available are all over the map. Those folding contraptions remind me of the old paper maps that I could never get right. The armored ones look like two handers and you are going to drop test it because it's a job just to handle all that bulk. I'm going with a leather YooMee pouch [correction: they call it a sleeve] for transport purposes and working the N7 raw.
Noticed Otterbox just announced the Defender series for the N7.
I like Otterbox but $70 is too expensive for a plastic case. Hell, you get a hand made leather Noreve case for $72.
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I like the naked feel of the N7 in my hand. It's just right. The options available are all over the map. Those folding contraptions remind me of the old paper maps that I could never get right. The armored ones look like two handers and you are going to drop test it because it's a job just to handle all that bulk. I'm going with a leather YooMee pouch for transport purposes and working the N7 raw.
Noticed Otterbox just announced the Defender series for the N7.
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I think this would be good. I am not too worried about dropping it but more want to protect it from scratches. A nice leather pouch is what I need. Thanks! Off to eBay
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I only use a case outside of my house, otherwise for reading and such I go caseless. I have carpet everywhere and even with a couple drops it's not damaged. It's pretty solid.
ynrozturk said:
I like Otterbox but $70 is too expensive for a plastic case. Hell, you get a hand made leather Noreve case for $72.
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You're right about that. I figure once things settle down they'll run in the $50 neighborhood. Still, as much as I love Otterbox, I'm afraid it will add too much bulk and that's entirely too much for a stand.
I've had all sorts of adventures with my nexus 7, and to be honest back plate is as good as new, the silver border however is a different story.
I went with a Cruzerlite TPU case $19 doesn't add any bulk really comes in all colors with cool design on the back (they are the androids)