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Well, got my DODOcase in the mail today. It won't shield your Nexus 7 from large amounts of physical abuse, but I got it so I can put my tablet down without having to worry about scratching it up. There is indeed a magnet embedded in it to turn the tablet on when you open it, off when you close it.
I would post a picture, but I am not allowed by the forum software.
Maybe an attachment will work?
There's another thread for Dodo case http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1795089
TahrirSquare said:
There's another thread for Dodo case http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1795089
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That seemed like it devolved into a patent argument. I will answer questions there too though.
Question: if you flip the cover all the way back, does the magnet turn off the screen? Thanks.
How does it fell when holding it? As in, with the cover folded back does the thick side feel strange? Do you trust the adhesive? How thin is it when closed? How well does the stand work on a normal desk surface?
Thanks!
Clarkster said:
How does it fell when holding it? As in, with the cover folded back does the thick side feel strange? Do you trust the adhesive? How thin is it when closed? How well does the stand work on a normal desk surface?
Thanks!
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I prefer to hold the N7 in portrait format when I'm out and about.
EPhibian said:
Maybe an attachment will work?
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New test leper is a great song
Clarkster said:
How does it fell when holding it? As in, with the cover folded back does the thick side feel strange?
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Just like a book; Kinda scary the first time, it really feels like cracking open a hard-cover book.
Do you trust the adhesive?
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Without question. There is no way the tablet will come out without some serious force (not so much it does damage if you do want to remove it fthough).
How thin is it when closed?
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3/4 of an inch, not quite two tablets on top of each other I think.
How well does the stand work on a normal desk surface?
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I am assuming you mean setting it on its side in land-scape mode? That is the one thing that is a little weird. From what I see on the site, you basically but the elastic band underneath the opposite end. It keeps it up-right, but there is not much room for adjustment. I don't use tablets in that way very often though.
danlo said:
Question: if you flip the cover all the way back, does the magnet turn off the screen? Thanks.
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Nope, only when you close it the right way.
danlo said:
I prefer to hold the N7 in portrait format when I'm out and about.
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I should clarify that that actually works well for me.
I just got one of these DODOcases and I'm really impressed with it. The adhesive is surprisingly strong, once you have the Nexus 7 in place it does not budge a millimeter. I'm very partial to the low profile that this case offers. The 'smart cover' functionality works just as expected. It's not going to give you an Otterbox level of protection, but it should be enough do the job in preventing damage if you were to accidentially drop it in a normal day-to-day situation.
It's not quite as comfortable to hold with the case as it is without, particularly in landscape mode. That's to be expected since I feel that one of the real strengths of the Nexus 7 was how comfortable it is to hold, and with any case you're likely to give up a little bit of that. It feels like you're holding a small hardback book, and that's not an unpleasant feeling. The adhesive is so strong that I might be more hesitant to remove the Nexus from the case as often as I might with a different case, but that might be a good thing. The only other drawback to the case is that the stand functionality that the case offers is pretty limited, and as a result it doesn't support very good viewing angles for landscape mode viewing on a desk or table top. If they marketed a stand to go along with the case they could probably do some business.
The aesthetic touches do have a nice emotional resonance for me, it really does add a classic 'reading a book" feeling to using the Nexus.
All in all I'd give it a 9/10
Do you guys have an extra coupon code you can message me? Thanks
cyi1 said:
Do you guys have an extra coupon code you can message me? Thanks
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Here ya go http://curebit.com/x/QKua1 . I think that will expire in a couple days, FYI.
I don't use facebook lol oh well. going with treegloo
I picked up a Dodo hardcase for my N7 yesterday straight at the HQ. It's pretty awesome all around.
Adhesive is strong and as was said previously, the device doesn't move a mm. That said, the power and volume buttons are awkwardly positioned because they are slightly set back from the edge of the tablet so you need to sort of wedge your finger under (not far) to push them. The landscape stand works pretty well using the elastic band and clips but the angle is not adjustable. Folded back the device feels good in the hand and the magnet doesn't affect the device improperly when in the fully open position behind the tablet.
The look and feel of the case are very high quality and I love that it's made start to finish here in SF. I got a little tour of the factory, which is probably smaller than you imagine given the brand presence and there were some cases being assembled while I was in there. Everyone that I spoke with was super nice and you know this is a company that believes in their product and would stand behind it. It seems that they've come up with a great, innovative repurposing of bookbinding machinery.
Does the adhesive leave any residue on the back?
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Does the adhesive leave any residue on the back?
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You prompted me to attempt to remove it for the first time. The answer is no residue whatsoever. However, that adhesive is really really strong. I unclipped the back panel from the screen on accident while pulling it up. No harm done it just pressed back together.
How does this work for gaming in landscape? Ex. Deadtrigger
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How does this work for gaming in landscape? Ex. Deadtrigger
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I'm not familiar with that game but I looked at it on the Play store. Not sure how well it would work? Can't see it being a problem though.
Unfortunately there's an unforgivable flaw in the design. The case blocks the speakers. Most of the speaker grill has a cutout. But the part at the top where the speaker actually is isn't cutout and it blocked by the part of the case that holds the tablet in place muffling the sound by roughly 50%.
It really sucks because the case is good quality. it's very good besides this issue. I'm really honestly surprised it wasn't noticed in testing.
I'd avoid this case. I'm sending this one back.
http://youtu.be/rXs78voBYUw
Any pic of the tablet inside the case?
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Dam...I just ordered this case to...
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My friend just ordered one for his Nexus 7, I'm hoping this doesn't turn out to be a disappointment for him....(Well actually his girlfriend since the N7 and Supcase are a Christmas gift)
pics?
I made a video to demonstrate it
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rXs78voBYUw
The video is private...
fixed sorry
That's why I ordered the Ultra Slim Fit instead of the Slim Fit Folio. It should ship by the end of this week.
How long did it take for you to get it? From the day you placed the order to the day you got it? I ask because I ordered mine on the 4th of December, and I am yet to receive a tracking number. I want to see if I will be able to ship it back before I go out of town and won't be able to.
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I ordered Nov 25th which I believe is just before initial stock arrived.
Date Time Location Event Details
December 3, 2012 04:41:00 PM Palo Alto CA US Delivered
December 3, 2012 10:18:00 AM Palo Alto CA US Out for delivery
December 3, 2012 07:04:00 AM Palo Alto CA US Arrival Scan
December 3, 2012 --- San Francisco CA US Departure Scan
December 2, 2012 07:36:00 PM San Francisco CA US Departure Scan
December 2, 2012 --- US Departure Scan
December 1, 2012 08:25:00 PM US Departure Scan
December 1, 2012 07:10:00 PM Southaven MS US Arrival Scan
November 27, 2012 --- US Shipment has left seller facility and is in transit to carrier
I received my case today. I'm no audiophile, but the speaker being slightly covered didn't bother me at all. We were able to watch some YouTube videos without maxing the volume and it sounded fine. $8.99 was a steal
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I personally just don't see the reason to cover the speakers. It was not necessary to the design of the case. I will get the frameless case because I personally notice a big difference in fidelity. Having speakers pointing straight at you with no obstructions is always going to sound a lot better than with something covering the speaker grill and redirecting the sound away from you. The case that doesn't block the speakers is like $13 on amazon so even if you're not an audiophile I would suggest going that route anyway.
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That's why I ordered the Ultra Slim Fit instead of the Slim Fit Folio. It should ship by the end of this week.
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This case showed up yesterday - perfect for my needs. I use the tablet in landscape mode 95% of the time.
The tabs grip the tablet tightly, and don't cover any buttons or speakers. It closes flat, and the sleep/wake-up works perfectly.
Today I got this sleeve in the mail:
The N10 in the above case fits in the sleeve perfectly - a tiny bit snug sliding it in and out, but that will loosen up over time. The tablet pocket is zippered, the small pocket is zippered and the larger pocket has a velcro close. Small pocket is perfect to keep chargers, OTG cables, etc. Very pleased.
Link: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004Q2RA24/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
The pics on Amazon seem to indicate that this, the Poetic HardBack, the Bluerex Ultra Slim and the i-Blason Slim look almost exactly the same.
Does the fastener hook directly to the tablet as with my i-Blason? Also, does the case fold back flat or 99% flat? Just trying to figure out if either this or the Poetic are significantly better than the i-Blason, which I find OK but not perfect.
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scooterboy5 said:
That's why I ordered the Ultra Slim Fit instead of the Slim Fit Folio. It should ship by the end of this week.
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Here's some pics of the Ultra Slim Fit:
scooterboy5 said:
This case showed up yesterday - perfect for my needs. I use the tablet in landscape mode 95% of the time.
The tabs grip the tablet tightly, and don't cover any buttons or speakers. It closes flat, and the sleep/wake-up works perfectly.
Today I got this sleeve in the mail:
The N10 in the above case fits in the sleeve perfectly - a tiny bit snug sliding it in and out, but that will loosen up over time. The tablet pocket is zippered, the small pocket is zippered and the larger pocket has a velcro close. Small pocket is perfect to keep chargers, OTG cables, etc. Very pleased.
Link: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004Q2RA24/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
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I got this one as I love Mobile Edge sleeves/cases. High quality and perfect fits, I have one for my laptop and it is great. Just got one for my N10 and it is great!
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008CDNYJ6/ref=oh_details_o02_s01_i00
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Here's some pics of the Ultra Slim Fit:
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I have the Poetic version and have a heck of a time getting the bottom two tabs to fit on the bottom corners of the N10. It keeps slipping out.
Extremely tight fit trying to get it on. Even the magnetic tab is hard to get closed and open.
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I have the Poetic version and have a heck of a time getting the bottom two tabs to fit on the bottom corners of the N10. It keeps slipping out.
Extremely tight fit trying to get it on. Even the magnetic tab is hard to get closed and open.
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I don't know if the supcase is the same as the poetic, but mine doesn't have either of those problems. The bottom two tabs are tight enough to hold the corners but the bottom come out with relative ease. The clasp is the same - tight enough to hold it shut but not hard to open.
Can you bend the tabs a bit to make them work just right?
Bru87tr said:
I got this one as I love Mobile Edge sleeves/cases. High quality and perfect fits, I have one for my laptop and it is great. Just got one for my N10 and it is great!
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008CDNYJ6/ref=oh_details_o02_s01_i00
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I have the Poetic version and have a heck of a time getting the bottom two tabs to fit on the bottom corners of the N10. It keeps slipping out.
Extremely tight fit trying to get it on. Even the magnetic tab is hard to get closed and open.
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Same problem. I receieved my sup case FINALLY after about 20 days after ordering it on Amazon and both bottom 2 tabs keep slipping out of position. This is a great case but obviously wasn't designed flawlessly, this could get annoying quick, having to constantly reposition the bottom tabs every time I open the case.....
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I don't know if the supcase is the same as the poetic, but mine doesn't have either of those problems. The bottom two tabs are tight enough to hold the corners but the bottom come out with relative ease. The clasp is the same - tight enough to hold it shut but not hard to open.
Can you bend the tabs a bit to make them work just right?
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I didn't mess with it but thought of doing that also.
Looks like I am not the only one with the problem also.
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Same problem. I receieved my sup case FINALLY after about 20 days after ordering it on Amazon and both bottom 2 tabs keep slipping out of position. This is a great case but obviously wasn't designed flawlessly, this could get annoying quick, having to constantly reposition the bottom tabs every time I open the case.....
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Exactly what I have to do.
Is there a flip case, like the one that you can get for the S4 with the clear plastic panel so you can see the top screen without opening it (I think its called S-View) available for the Note 2 in the UK?
Many thanks.
Go to ebay, type "s-view case note 2" and you get a ton of choices, starting from $4.70
I did try a similar search - honest :silly: , but your search worked better, thank you.
Sorry for the noob question but how exactly do they work?Is there any app to acompany them since the phone doesn't support this functions?
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Sorry for the noob question but how exactly do they work?Is there any app to acompany them since the phone doesn't support this functions?
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I also wonder
I was wondering about this too and wanted to see if it would do as I would like, the picture attached shows the case on the Note 2 - although I have the leaked stock 4.3 ROM on it, with a plugin for the notification icons on the right of the top panel.
The bottom panel is for accepting or rejecting calls without opening although I could do with out this really, but nothing available without it.
Time will tell if I keep this or not.
Link to image - http://sdrv.ms/1h8CbhU
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I was wondering about this too and wanted to see if it would do as I would like, the picture attached shows the case on the Note 2 - although I have the leaked stock 4.3 ROM on it, with a plugin for the notification icons on the right of the top panel.
The bottom panel is for accepting or rejecting calls without opening although I could do with out this really, but nothing available without it.
Time will tell if I keep this or not.
Link to image - http://sdrv.ms/1h8CbhU
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wait a sec, you got your note II to use s-view notifications? is this a 3rd party app? the note II doesn't work with the offical s-view cases like the S4 and the Galaxy Mega, because it doesn't have the magnets that activate the phone into s-view mode.
No, its not using s-view at all, it's just showing the lock screen through the clear plastic panels - if the display is showing the launcher desktop then it doesn't looks right at all.
Well there's this: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Goospery-Ea...Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&var=&hash=item33855e4834
without the slide to answer phone call. Just go to accessibility and check Home button to answer call. I used UCCW to make a notification for phone/text/gmail to show in the display.
Thought I'd add to the discussion...
I bought 2 different "S-View" cases for my Note 2, and have been using one of them for the last month. The time and notifications at the top of the screen fit perfectly in the clear panel. When someone calls me, the information also fits perfectly into the window... I don't have to open the cover at all.
These are the cases I bought:
http://www.amazon.com/Arbalest-Cover-Samsung-Galaxy-GT-N7100/dp/B00F3TVSQS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1383681294&sr=8-1&keywords=note+2+arbalest
http://www.amazon.com/Goospery-Cover-Samsung-Galaxy-Mercury/dp/B00EUSQ4IK/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1383681364&sr=8-9&keywords=note+2+goospery
Build quality on both cases is good, although the cutouts could be a smidgeon "cleaner". The Arbalest is the one I've been using the most. It covers the full sides and back of the phone, and has a sturdy cover that doesn't wiggle around that much. There's also an indentation on the inner cover where the physical home button would contact so that you don't inadvertently turn on the display. Unlike most of the other S-View folio cases, the cover is also designed so as to allow you to use the case as a stand (like a typical tablet cover) that makes media viewing much more convenient.
The Goospery one is similar in build and quality. It's a more minimal design, and covers the long sides of the phone. There is a slight recess on the cover where the physical home button makes contact. Contrary to the Arbalest case, it's meant to allow you to actually press the home button while the cover is closed so that you can answer calls or check the time through the clear panel. The cover wiggles a bit more on this case which I find a little annoying. It's odd because the cover is attached all the way up to its pivot point like the OEM Note II flip cover. Hence, it can't be used as a stand.
I first started using a Casemate Pop!, Seidio Surface, and Seidio Active. All of them had kickstands. The Seidio kickstands sucked, and the Pop! was a little bulky. I switched to the the OEM Protective Cover + and loved it's minimal design... but got 2 tiny micro scratches on my screen. I'm not a fan of screen protectors because I personally feel they look worn after a few months, and they detract from the display itself. I also missed having the convenience of being able to watch something without trying to prop it up on other objects. I liked the idea of the OEM flip cover, but didn't like the fact that there was no additional protection on the phone, as well as the need to always open the cover to do anything. My ideal case would be an OEM Samsung Protective Cover + S-View.
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My ideal case would be an OEM Samsung Protective Cover + S-View.
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Thanks for the nice reviews and suggestions. The below link is what I did with the original OEM flip cover and OEM bumper and found it to be a very nice solution. I'm not sure but you may find it to be somewhat crude but I find it looks and works well
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=34909309
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edit2: I just realized for this to work that it has to be a battery cover replacement with s view. So now my search for that begins
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Thanks for the nice reviews and suggestions. The below link is what I did with the original OEM flip cover and OEM bumper and found it to be a very nice solution. I'm not sure but you may find it to be somewhat crude but I find it looks and works well
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=34909309
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edit2: I just realized for this to work that it has to be a battery cover replacement with s view. So now my search for that begins
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Thanks - I actually remember reading your post last year when I first got my phone. I was going to attempt it myself, but unfortunately never got around to it. The thing that I'm really getting used to having again is a way to position the phone in landscape mode. Although I think Seidio makes a fairly good case, my opinion on their kickstands hasn't changed. However, I did see this new design they made for the Note 3:
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-note-3-ledger-flip-view-dark-gray-p/csf2ssgt3k-dg.htm
I have to revise my "ideal case" to an OEM Protective Cover + with S-View and a Kickstand (or other method of putting into landscape). I would seriously pay some decent coin for that! No bulk, protection for the screen, a way to see who's calling without opening the cover, and a way to watch media conveniently. Everything's always a compromise, eh?
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Thanks - I actually remember reading your post last year when I first got my phone. I was going to attempt it myself, but unfortunately never got around to it. The thing that I'm really getting used to having again is a way to position the phone in landscape mode. Although I think Seidio makes a fairly good case, my opinion on their kickstands hasn't changed. However, I did see this new design they made for the Note 3:
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-note-3-ledger-flip-view-dark-gray-p/csf2ssgt3k-dg.htm
I have to revise my "ideal case" to an OEM Protective Cover + with S-View and a Kickstand (or other method of putting into landscape). I would seriously pay some decent coin for that! No bulk, protection for the screen, a way to see who's calling without opening the cover, and a way to watch media conveniently. Everything's always a compromise, eh?
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It wasn't me who came up with the idea. As much as I would like to take credit for it I can't as I am not that creative. In fact, I didn't do it myself. I showed it to a friend and had him do it for me
So far I have only seen the battery replacement cover with an additional window on the bottom in order to answer the phone. I don't particularly like the look of it. I am looking for one that you can answer the phone by the Home button like on the Goosperry. I also hope that it will fit my existing bumper case
So far this is the only one that I found that is close to what I am looking for.
http://koreahallyu.asia/all-products/galaxy-note-2-luxa-lucir-incredible-view-cover/
I say close because it says that it replaces the battery cover (no nfc but I don't really use that anyway) but looking at the pictures it seems more like a case. Also I'm not sure if i wanted to spend this much ($30) on an unknown item. I would appreciate any thoughts on this case, thanks:good:
edit: found this one with a bumper on the same site http://koreahallyu.asia/all-products/galaxy-note-2-french-bumper-ultra-protective-view-cover/. The problem is that it gives the same generic description as the other one (in regards to material and how it doesn't add bulk).how can a bumper be the same as a battery cover? It's also the same price.
Edit2: I found another case on the same site with the same description for five dollars less
GMAN1722 said:
So far this is the only one that I found that is close to what I am looking for.
http://koreahallyu.asia/all-products/galaxy-note-2-luxa-lucir-incredible-view-cover/
I say close because it says that it replaces the battery cover (no nfc but I don't really use that anyway) but looking at the pictures it seems more like a case. Also I'm not sure if i wanted to spend this much ($30) on an unknown item. I would appreciate any thoughts on this case, thanks:good:
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That looks like the exact same design as the Goospery one I got from Amazon, sans the "Galaxy Note II" graphics. It's even got the indentation to press the home button. It definitely doesn't look like a battery replacement... you can see a cutout for the power button that seems rather pronounced.
I'm still really liking the Arbalest case. I particularly like that there's no branding on the outside of it whatsoever... I just wish it had the slimmer profile of the OEM Protective Cover +.
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Gman... check this out:
http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x138fmg_samsung-galaxy-note-2-n7100-battery-replacement-case-cover_school
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That looks like the exact same design as the Goospery one I got from Amazon, sans the "Galaxy Note II" graphics. It's even got the indentation to press the home button. It definitely doesn't look like a battery replacement... you can see a cutout for the power button that seems rather pronounced.
I'm still really liking the Arbalest case. I particularly like that there's no branding on the outside of it whatsoever... I just wish it had the slimmer profile of the OEM Protective Cover +.
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Gman... check this out:
http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x138fmg_samsung-galaxy-note-2-n7100-battery-replacement-case-cover_school
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Cool, thanks. My only question is can I answer the phone via the home button like on the Goosperry?
See this video with the s-view app working with the s-view cover. In my N2 works great.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CH-Ce8E-UoU&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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See this video with the s-view app working with the s-view cover. In my N2 works great.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CH-Ce8E-UoU&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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Are you saying the app works great? Or are you saying the S4 S View cover works great on a Note 2? Or both?
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Are you saying the app works great? Or are you saying the S4 S View cover works great on a Note 2? Or both?
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The application and s-view case, both worked excellently on my note*2.
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How useful is this?
I always loved the idea of snap on wireless charging of the Palm Pixi, so when I bought the S7 Edge, I wanted to have a similar effect.
I modded CHOETECH Fast Charging Area Qi Wireless Charging Pad with some 1/2 x 1/8 Inch Neodymium Rare Earth Disc Magnets and added some 15/8 x 1/32 in N52 Neodymium Magnets in between the case (you will likely need a TPU flexible case since hard ones will be tough to conform around the magnets) and the phone. I now have a magnetic FAST wireless charger for my car where I just need to snap in my phone and it charges. I, unfortunately, sometimes go over bumps on the highway at 80+mph and have not had the phone move a bit.
This should work with ANY compatible phone with wireless charging.
The entire process is easy, here's a quick video I made:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAoC0CrEuMw
Not mentioned or shown in the video is my supergluing the magnets into the case and the into the charger so they do not move.
Edit: Tip from Milimbar, put tape over the magnets so it doesnt scratch the glass
I'm using a Kenu Airframe+ vent mount and a piece of plastic in between the the wireless charging pad and the kenu.
Overall, this is not a cheap mod/car dock. You could get the cheaper, non-fast charging wireless pad, split magnets with someone, and get a cheaper vent mount.
Fast Wireless Charging pad: $35
Kenu Airframe: $30
Magnets: $13 and $12
Total: $90
Edit: the only reason why I had used the 1/2 x 1/8 magnets is because I had spares from a previous purchase. JaredC01 makes a great point that you can combine a few of the 5/8 x 1/31 magnets together to form a stronger magnet.
Cheaper option:
Non-fast Wireless Charging Pad: $26
50 count 15 x 1mm 5/8 x 1/32 in N52 Strong Disc Rare Earth Neodymium: $12 (oos at the moment)
Wizgear vent mount: $10
Total: $48
Some images of the mod:
http://imgur.com/gallery/WUj4r
Quick gif of it in action, in the car:
http://i.imgur.com/6ClCxUJ.gifv
Issues:
If there is a magnet at the bottom right of the phone (while facing the back of the phone), auto-brightness and the lights of the capacitive buttons will NOT work due to the smart case sensors. Just go ahead and remove the magnet from that position from the case and the charging pad. The 3 magnet positions will still be more than enough to hold the phone up.
ranova said:
I always loved the idea of snap on wireless charging of the Palm Pixi, so when I bought the S7 Edge, I wanted to have a similar effect.
I modded CHOETECH Fast Charging Area Qi Wireless Charging Pad with some 1/2 x 1/8 Inch Neodymium Rare Earth Disc Magnets and added some 15 x 1mm 5/8 x 1/32 in N52 Neodymium Magnets in between the case (you will likely need a TPU flexible case since hard ones will be tough to conform around the magnets) and the phone. I now have a magnetic FAST wireless charger for my car where I just need to snap in my phone and it charges.
This should work with ANY compatible phone with wireless charging.
The entire process is easy, here's a quick video I made:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAoC0CrEuMw
Not mentioned or shown in the video is my supergluing the magnets into the case and the into the charger so they do not move.
I'm using a Kenu Airframe+ and a piece of plastic to hold the wireless charging pad in place on the vent mount
Some images of the mod:
http://imgur.com/a/WUj4r
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Another poster said his S7 edge held onto a magnetic stand in his car. Does this work without your magnetic case? Only tea on I as is I want to mod my car charger to be wireless charging with magnets holding the phone vice the squeeze system it uses, and not having to worry about a case would be cool? Though I'm sure I'll eventually find a case I like and can mod it with the magnets.
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Looks nice, you know what they say about necessity right....
I would put at least a piece of tape or screen protector over the magnets so they are not in direct contact with the glass.
Milimbar said:
Looks nice, you know what they say about necessity right....
I would put at least a piece of tape or screen protector over the magnets so they are not in direct contact with the glass.
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good call. Just added some directly over the magnets and case
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Another poster said his S7 edge held onto a magnetic stand in his car. Does this work without your magnetic case? Only tea on I as is I want to mod my car charger to be wireless charging with magnets holding the phone vice the squeeze system it uses, and not having to worry about a case would be cool? Though I'm sure I'll eventually find a case I like and can mod it with the magnets.
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I'll have to test later but it probably does because of the wireless charging coils inside the phone. If this were the case, it would not charge since there cannot be metal or magnets inbetween the coils
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I'll have to test later but it probably does because of the wireless charging coils inside the phone. If this were the case, it would not charge since there cannot be metal or magnets inbetween the coils
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True, I was hoping it was the metal frame but it's probably the coil
Either way in doing this when I get hone a the end of the month and have my phone in hand .
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I have gone ahead and added the pics on my post.
The wireless charger is a big plus with magnetic mount ? icing on a cake i just hope nothing affects it in the long run
Awesome idea, though for the magnets couldn't you have just used all of the smaller magnets and added additional magnets to the base side (stacking them like coins) for a stronger field?
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Yeah, good point, I had some extra thicker ones, but, yes that should work!
Good post! Thin metal disks could be enough for your phone. To save money, retail packaging uses a magnet on only one side of the connection.
I've made about 4 of my own charging docks. I played with magnets for a while but what I really love is micro suction foam. Stuff is amazing and works on any case or phone with a smooth surface. Here's what I made for my car. I took a standard wireless charger. Encased in epoxy. Then cut it into a square. Wrapped in aluminum and put microsection foam on the face.
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I've made about 4 of my own charging docks. I played with magnets for a while but what I really love is micro suction foam. Stuff is amazing and works on any case or phone with a smooth surface. Here's what I made for my car. I took a standard wireless charger. Encased in epoxy. Then cut it into a square. Wrapped in aluminum and put microsection foam on the face.
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Thats a great idea. Is there a specific microfoam that you buy? Care to link the items you purchased? I might play around with that as well.
Do you have to clean the microfoam from time to time otherwise it loses its grip?
With the magnet case on my phone, I noticed that auto-brightness does not work and the capacitive buttons at the bottom never light up. Both are negligible for me but I can see the auto brightness thing being an issue for some. I have NO idea why these two things dont work. Right when I remove the case, they work fine.
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Thats a great idea. Is there a specific microfoam that you buy? Care to link the items you purchased? I might play around with that as well.
Do you have to clean the microfoam from time to time otherwise it loses its grip?
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I have used this stuff before. http://www.amazon.com/Sewell-Direct-AirStick-Microsuction-250mmx300mm/dp/B00ITX9OU2. If the suction starts to wear off just wipe it off with a damp cloth and let it dry and you are good to go.
I would also like to hear about the results on using magnetics for the back are need or not due to the metal body. You should try it with the case and no magnetics and with our the case too.
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Clarkkent434 said:
I have used this stuff before. http://www.amazon.com/Sewell-Direct-AirStick-Microsuction-250mmx300mm/dp/B00ITX9OU2. If the suction starts to wear off just wipe it off with a damp cloth and let it dry and you are good to go.
I would also like to hear about the results on using magnetics for the back are need or not due to the metal body. You should try it with the case and no magnetics and with our the case too.
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So I tested points on the phone where it is magnetic:
http://i.imgur.com/t7hFvOU.jpg
However, other than the center, these arent really strong pulls. If you use the center as a magnetic spot, wireless charging will not work because that is where the coil is.
I also found out that if theres a magnet at the bottom right (while facing the back of the phone), auto-brightness and the lights on the capacitive buttons will not work. Bizarre. I just removed that magnet from the case and all is well again.
I'm not a storage expert but according to my knowledge about memory, we always had a strict no magnets rule.
Awesome idea! You made a unique fast wireless car charger! This Choetech fast wireless charging pad must be the best option to make this kind of fast wireless car charger. It is long and wide enough with 3 coils to keep steady charging with your car mount.
Why don't you just use the circular stock Samsung fast charger or the other CHOE one?
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h3ck said:
I'm not a storage expert but according to my knowledge about memory, we always had a strict no magnets rule.
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That's with analog hard drives. All phones more feature digital flash memory.
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I would use the AirDock's Long Flexible Mount + CHOE Square Fast Qi Charger + Wizgear's mount piece (to makeshift attach the mounting piece to the back of the CHOE charger for use with AirDock) + the magnets OP mentions + cut nano suction for the top.
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With the magnet case on my phone, I noticed that auto-brightness does not work and the capacitive buttons at the bottom never light up. Both are negligible for me but I can see the auto brightness thing being an issue for some. I have NO idea why these two things dont work. Right when I remove the case, they work fine.
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I'm sure that's fine because I'd hate auto brightness to screw with me in the daytime.
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I also found out that if theres a magnet at the bottom right (while facing the back of the phone), auto-brightness and the lights on the capacitive buttons will not work. Bizarre. I just removed that magnet from the case and all is well again.
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Probably the hall sensor (for the smart window case.)
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Nice post! May I ask what background that is on your S7 btw?
I'm looking a non-keyboard screen cover that attaches magnetically (like the official keyboard) so that I wouldn't have to remove the back portion of the keyboard cover.
I've been searching around, but havent' been able to find anything... which is crazy that aliexpress doesn't have something like this yet even...
This is magnetic book cover without keyboard
https://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/m...-tab-s6-book-cover-cloud-blue-ef-bt860pleguj/
I would also get one of those should they exist. The Keyboard cover is nice, but it adds decent bulk and weight to the tablet, and sometimes you just know you won't need to type...
Anyone?
urmcgwy said:
I'm looking a non-keyboard screen cover that attaches magnetically (like the official keyboard) so that I wouldn't have to remove the back portion of the keyboard cover.
I've been searching around, but havent' been able to find anything... which is crazy that aliexpress doesn't have something like this yet even...
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wao.. i was going to ask the same thing... I really like the keyboard, but sometimes would like to snap it off and snap in a cover only (no keyboard) without having to remove the case from the back of the tablet....
Like @techops said, you are looking for the Samsung BT860 Book Cover. It is not cheap but perfectly worth the price.
I'm using this. It's just as good as the Samsung magnetic case in my opinion
https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Galaxy-Tab-10-5-2019/dp/B07Z4HKTM4
It is the next best alternative, imo. I had them both in hand / on device and decided for the Samsung one, despite double the price. I preferred the feel and quality. Also the magnets on the Samsung one were holding the Tab better.
But opinions do vary, of course.
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I just realised that OP looks for a keyboard snap on without the keyboard, sorry. With the book Cover you still need to take the back part of the keyboard Cover off.
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Like @techops said, you are looking for the Samsung BT860 Book Cover. It is not cheap but perfectly worth the price.
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Guys... I'm not looking for that.... let me try to explain...
The cover you suggest is a ONE piece cover.... the keyboard cover Samsung offers (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07VZHQ2WF/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) is a TWO piece cover... this is the cover I own... this cover "sticks" to the back of the tablet on one side and the keyboard flap magnetically connects to it...
If I were to buy the cover you suggest, I'd need to "unstick" the back cover from the tablet and then fitted to the cover you suggest. The problem is the "stick part"..... this is design to stick once in order to work properly.
What we're trying to find is a "flap" only cover that wot allow us only to remove magnetically the "keyboard flap" from the cover I won, and magnetically connect a simple "flap" cover, without having to "unstick" from the back of the tablet itself...
I hope this clears things up.. thanks!
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Ah, the thing I didn't know I needed
Know exactly what you mean... With the S3 I bought the bookcover because the keyboard cover made it a bit too bulky and I hardly used the keyboard itself. With the S6 I just have the keyboard cover and overall I like it (also, just pulling off the keyboard itself is easy and solves my main bulkiness issue when I don't need it at that moment. But a 'flap-only' would be great to just snap on for that extra protection and minimal bulk.
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ah, the thing i didn't know i needed
know exactly what you mean... With the s3 i bought the bookcover because the keyboard cover made it a bit too bulky and i hardly used the keyboard itself. With the s6 i just have the keyboard cover and overall i like it (also, just pulling off the keyboard itself is easy and solves my main bulkiness issue when i don't need it at that moment. But a 'flap-only' would be great to just snap on for that extra protection and minimal bulk.
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exactly!!! Lol
Chaleman said:
exactly!!! Lol
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Well, ordered a cheap cover on ebay:
https://www.ebay.nl/itm/For-Samsung...353929?hash=item2161c70609:g:-8EAAOSwOOpdcNyE
Which I'll be cutting and trying to see if I can use the flap, add some magnets and dunno to see if I can make this work Worth a try for 10 euros and wouldn't use the case itse;f because the spen would just be hanging there without any cover/protection it seems.
coool!!! please keep us informed!!!!
Chaleman said:
coool!!! please keep us informed!!!!
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Well, that failed
Thing is there seems to be a set of magnets in the tablet which are faced North/South/North/South... (so alternating orientation). I only had a few magnets to play around with but couldn't get the cover to stick.
THink too sturdy and not enough magnetic strength. Also, how to properly get the magnets to stuck on the case was a bit of a riddle to me, supergluing or something... (and not knowing if and how I might mess up the tablet by randomly putting magnets against it kinda stopped me from going too far).
So yeah, I'll leave it alone for now and just ordered the normal book cover as well... just in case.
A seperate flap would be a great product and solution though!
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Well, that failed
Thing is there seems to be a set of magnets in the tablet which are faced North/South/North/South... (so alternating orientation). I only had a few magnets to play around with but couldn't get the cover to stick.
THink too sturdy and not enough magnetic strength. Also, how to properly get the magnets to stuck on the case was a bit of a riddle to me, supergluing or something... (and not knowing if and how I might mess up the tablet by randomly putting magnets against it kinda stopped me from going too far).
So yeah, I'll leave it alone for now and just ordered the normal book cover as well... just in case.
A seperate flap would be a great product and solution though!
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Hi. I agree 110% with you.. just bought a regular cover myself and some slim double sided tape for when I want to reattach the keyboard cover and make sure it sticks...
Carlos
dagrim1 said:
Well, that failed
Thing is there seems to be a set of magnets in the tablet which are faced North/South/North/South... (so alternating orientation). I only had a few magnets to play around with but couldn't get the cover to stick.
THink too sturdy and not enough magnetic strength. Also, how to properly get the magnets to stuck on the case was a bit of a riddle to me, supergluing or something... (and not knowing if and how I might mess up the tablet by randomly putting magnets against it kinda stopped me from going too far).
So yeah, I'll leave it alone for now and just ordered the normal book cover as well... just in case.
A seperate flap would be a great product and solution though!
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Gotta be careful with cheap after market cases and magnets. Some have reportedly interfered with the S-pen. You would be drawing on screen and the marks would not show up on certain sections of the screen.
Anyway I understand why you want the back cover because it's slippery when holding tablet without a cover. In my honest opinion the Samsung Book Cover without the keyboard is the best quality option out there. You could easily do what you want with it by cutting off the front. The tablet easily attached to the back perfectly every time.
I don't have your dilema though as I have separate Bluetooth keyboard and mouse and I just use the whole book cover. I use the Illuminated Logitech K810 Keyboard and the MX Anywhere 2S Mouse.
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Gotta be careful with cheap after market cases and magnets. Some have reportedly interfered with the S-pen. You would be drawing on screen and the marks would not show up on certain sections of the screen.
Anyway I understand why you want the back cover because it's slippery when holding tablet without a cover. In my honest opinion the Samsung Book Cover without the keyboard is the best quality option out there. You could easily do what you want with it by cutting off the front. The tablet easily attached to the back perfectly every time.
I don't have your dilema though as I have separate Bluetooth keyboard and mouse and I just use the whole book cover. I use the Illuminated Logitech K810 Keyboard and the MX Anywhere 2S Mouse.
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Yeah I know... And yeah, would wish the keyboard cover used magnets as well just like the book cover (worked fine in the s3 as well so no clue why they changed it). But I do really like the keyboard cover actually, so that is the best for me as I don;t have a desire to walk around with seperate keyboard/mouse or use bluetooth for the connection.