Blackberry Mini Bluetooth Keyboard with Trackpad works! - Nexus 7 Accessories

I tend to obsess over physical keyboards. I don't know why this is, since I almost never really need one. After much searching I have finally found a keyboard that actually looks nice, and works well. The Blackberry Mini Bluetooth Keyboard with Convertible Case is actually made for the Playbook. From Crackberry Forum's store it cost $120 + $5 for 2 day shipping. I have seen it for as low as ~$80 on ebay. The keyboard is actually only held on to the case via 4 elastic corner straps. It charges via microusb. The case is a nice fake leather job. It has a silicone style shell attached to the top half to hold the Playbook, and a small kick stand on the back. As you can see from my photo, the N7 fits in it with about a 1/2" to spare at the top. I intend to take a closer look at how the shell is attached to the leather case and remove it. I purchased one of those $10 TPU cases from Amazon, and while the N7 is a tad longer than the Playbook, with the lip on the case the N7 TPU case fits just right without overhang.
The keyboard itself is small, and the keys are arranged in a stacked grid instead of offset like most keyboards. While it took some getting use to, I am so far optimistic about it. The trackpad is ok once the pointer speed is set to a comfortable level. The trackpad allows for two finger scrolling, which is a plus. Overall I am pleased with the keyboard, though not with the price.

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Stylus

Ordered this Stylus,
ebay link
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/Stylus-Pen-Headphone-Dust-Cap-4-iPad-iPhone-4G-iPod-03-/170587575003?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item27b7cfd2db
have to say it works great,
plus my head phone flap has come off and this stylus add-on plug fits perfectly,
and the price is soooooooooo cheap $1.09
if it reminds you of another stylus then yeah its looks the same as the elago mini-stylus
http://elagostore.com/elago-Mini-Stylus-Pen-for-iPhone4/M/B003Z8S3Y4.htm....
Also works great on iPhone, iPad, HTC HD and Galaxy....
Acid123, When you say it works great, do you mean it is accurate? I tried out a few capacitive stylii and the ends were very spongy and they didn't impress me. Is this more solid rubber?
I'd like one that I can draw with, or use with my Flex T9 virtual keyboard.
Its slightly harder then the Alupen and griffin stylus,
But still spongy,
Accurate, well it's close to the same as the Griffin stylus but much cheaper,
For a dollar stylus you can got wrong,
The dagi is more accurate but then you have to hold it in a certain way...

Looking for a Particular style case.

I've been looking, but I can not find one like this on Amazon, eBay, or in the forums to save my life, but I have seen people using it, and the few I was able to ask all said it was a gift and they don't know where it came from.
Its a case, with a hard plastic case, that snaps on, AND has the leather foam screen flap that allows you to stand the tablet up however way you want. It also has the smart feature, and allows the buttons to be pressed without praying for finger nails. The few I can find are for the ipad or ipad mini, but I shall not mention such filth again!. I use my tablet with my PS3 Controller a lot now and want a good case that I can access the buttons easily on. (Plus any good games that work with the six axis would be a plus, just play a lot of Shadowgun for now lol)
I like this one, but the flap is so weak and flimsy, thin. http://www.nillkin.com/upload/editorfiles/2012.9.13_10.32.23_7945.jpg
Any help is highly appreciated!!!
That's actually one of the nicer ones of that made in China style. Someone here did a review of the same general style in real leather. Not sure of the cost but perhaps the cover would be more sturdy on that case. I know I tossed up a link to a pairing that I like. Its a cheap real leather wrap around case which has the drawback of no protection to the sides of the Nexus combined with being held onto the tablet with a sickly pad. But combine that with a cheap TPU case and for 12 or 13 bucks total for both you have a nice case. You just stick the TPU case to the leather cover instead of the Nexus and you're golden. If you don't know how to search a user's posts just click my name in this post and it'll send you to my page then you click on view user's posts.
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Which case to buy?

Heya,
I just recently got my N10 - yesterday in fact - and before I take it out, I need to get a case. Leather ones seems to be the fad. I need one with a stand so I can display the N10 in my bedroom (hur hur). In future, I may also buy a bluetooth keyboard for it, but as of now, I don't see any use for one - I don't use the N10 for a load of typing.
Since there are a million different cases out there, which one is most popular and why? Thanks!
Remember, an awesome stand is required!
The moko slim case looks to be very popular, although with it's flaws such as the metal bezel thing scratching the glass, or no pogo cutout *don't know if this has been rectified on newer revisions)
The poetic slimline has some issues, and a lot of people have said they don't like it, but at the same time a lot of people myself included have found no issue with it whatsoever other than for making the power and volume buttons a little hard to use, something that the moko caters for, although something that can be easily remedied with a stanley knife or whatnot.
As to a bluetooth keyboard, unless you are typing long essays which it doesn't sound like you are, then i myself can use the onscreen keyboard two handed in much the same way i'd use a normal small bluetooth keyboard, that is to say in a cramped fashion, and type at a fairly good pace without much issue at all.
hughlle said:
The moko slim case looks to be very popular, although with it's flaws such as the metal bezel thing scratching the glass, or no pogo cutout *don't know if this has been rectified on newer revisions)
The poetic slimline has some issues, and a lot of people have said they don't like it, but at the same time a lot of people myself included have found no issue with it whatsoever other than for making the power and volume buttons a little hard to use, something that the moko caters for, although something that can be easily remedied with a stanley knife or whatnot.
As to a bluetooth keyboard, unless you are typing long essays which it doesn't sound like you are, then i myself can use the onscreen keyboard two handed in much the same way i'd use a normal small bluetooth keyboard, that is to say in a cramped fashion, and type at a fairly good pace without much issue at all.
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Thanks. I'll take a deep look at these two cases.
You're right. I'll give the N10 a few more weeks till I decide if I really need an external keyboard or not.
Till then, more suggestions are welcome!
Poetic Hardback (not the same as the slimline) here, love it, and dirt cheap
01alim said:
Thanks. I'll take a deep look at these two cases.
You're right. I'll give the N10 a few more weeks till I decide if I really need an external keyboard or not.
Till then, more suggestions are welcome!
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I originally purchased the i-Blason slim folio, which is nearly identical to the Moko in design. It's main weakness is a lack of a pogo cutout. It has a few other niggling issues (stylus loop right on top of the vol rocker, doesn't quite fold open flat to tablet back, came from factory with awful petrochemical smell) but otherwise has been great. The smell went away after a few days of airing out and it was perfectly fitted to the tablet with none of the issues I'd seen mentioned in the Poetic threads. The tablet is held securely in book mode, but the bottom is still easy to release for use in the stand configuration.
When I purchased a pogo charging cable, I decided to buy the Moko slim as it looked just like the i-Blason, was cheap ($9.99) and had a pogo cutout. It is about the same (cheaper feeling cover material) , but the closing clasp on the Moko is a bit of a deal breaker for me as it requires much more force to get it in place against the tablet top. So, I'm still using the i-Blason until I figure out a better plan. That plan may involve cutting a pogo port in the i-Blason if the Moko can't be coerced into a less difficult clasp arrangement with some pliers.
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hughlle said:
The moko slim case looks to be very popular, although with it's flaws such as the metal bezel thing scratching the glass, or no pogo cutout *don't know if this has been rectified on newer revisions)
The poetic slimline has some issues, and a lot of people have said they don't like it, but at the same time a lot of people myself included have found no issue with it whatsoever other than for making the power and volume buttons a little hard to use, something that the moko caters for, although something that can be easily remedied with a stanley knife or whatnot.
As to a bluetooth keyboard, unless you are typing long essays which it doesn't sound like you are, then i myself can use the onscreen keyboard two handed in much the same way i'd use a normal small bluetooth keyboard, that is to say in a cramped fashion, and type at a fairly good pace without much issue at all.
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I just picked up the Moko case from Amazon and received it. Other than the latch at the top being a little stiff initially, it seems to be operating better now after a day of use, it's not anything that would scratch the unit though I don't think. I would recommend it as it has a tight and secure fit/feel to it overall. The pogo charger works with the case, the cutout is there now, if it was missing before it's not now. Worth $12.99 that's for sure.
I got the Fintie 360 rotating case and love it. Seems a couple people have had little issues but mine is flawless and I love it's versatility
I'm rocking the Poetic Durabook and I love it.
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I can suggest you to look this great aluminum protective case. But it's not just a case it's wireless (bluetooth 3.0 interface) keyboard with aluminum protective case for google nexus 10: http://www.jsxltech.com/products/ma...-aluminum-protective-case-for-google-nexus-10
Standard shipping cost 0~2KG worldwide is 0$
Package Content: Keyboard Case, USB charging cable, user Manual, retail package box
The quality od this product is really good and it's on big sale, right now! :good:
shomy_btc said:
I can suggest you to look this great aluminum protective case. But it's not just a case it's wireless (bluetooth 3.0 interface) keyboard with aluminum protective case for google nexus 10: http://www.jsxltech.com/products/ma...-aluminum-protective-case-for-google-nexus-10
Standard shipping cost 0~2KG worldwide is 0$
Package Content: Keyboard Case, USB charging cable, user Manual, retail package box
The quality od this product is really good and it's on big sale, right now! :good:
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Looks good, but I can't find a video on it. I need to see it in action and need to read a review or something. Thanks for the link.
I got the Moko ebay in red colour and I am very happy with it.
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Poetic Revolution Case
Personally I bought the Poetic Revolution case. Its the closest thing to a otterbox- like case and it runs about 35 USD. has 2 stands built in, one for the picture frame view for landscape and and portrait and 2 for a low lying, upward facing stand. (almost like a keyboard). I think this is the only brand that i have seen that has built a durable case such as this. Otterbox and Gummdrop have yet to do it.
As a side note this case DOES NOT obscure the cameras, speakers or microphones.
Heres a link to amozon were I purchased it and recieved it internationally in less than 5 business days.
http://www.amazon.com/Poetic-REVOLU...06&sr=8-1&keywords=nexus+10+poetic+revolution
I would personally recommed all of you to check http://nexus10accessories.com really cool web I've found the perfect sleeve and the best cover I've used in my life...not cheap but totally worth it and a carrying bag
http://shop.portenzo.com/alano-for-nexus-10/
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00BJM5166/ref=redir_mdp_mobile?redirect=true&tag=nexus10-20
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00A3WPHYY/ref=redir_mdp_mobile?redirect=true&tag=nexus10-20
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I got the poetic keybook figured if I'm going to get a case why not get one that has a keyboardbas well

Regarding keyboard cases for tablets

So there's lots of great keyboard cases, especially for the iPad. I'd like to invest in one in the future for my Nexus 7, but I wonder how much these cases hinder the reading experience like a when reading a book or magazine. Normally, when I read an eBook, I hold the tablet on both of my hands as if it was a real book. Most of these keyboard cases seem to make it difficult to hold a tablet while using it. I've never owned a combination keyboard case, but it looks as if you would have no choice but to set the tablet on the table like a netbook.
Right now, I have a case and a Bluetooth keyboard which are standalone accessories. I lose the mobility factor since I have to carry my tablet as two parts instead of one. So I ask you fellas. What's better? The combination case or the case and keyboard sold separately? What is your solution to protect your tablet and make it more productive for typing?
Here is a list of keyboards I find interesting:
Zaggkeys Profolio+ for iPad
Pros: backlit, protection, thin
Cons: only one viewing angle, keyboard could possible get in the way when unneeded
http://www.zagg.com/accessories/zaggkeys-ipad-profolio-plus-keyboard-case.php#7063
Logitech Solar Powered Keyboard Folio for iPad
Pros: two viewing angles, protection
Cons: keyboard gets in the way when not needed
http://www.logitech.com/en-us/support/solar-keyboard-folio
Logitech Keyboard Folio
Pros: folds flat and hides keyboard when keyboard not needed
Cons: thick, only one angle for stand position
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IUqIk9nkzxY
Exact Bluetooth Keyboard for the Nexus 7
Pros: detachable from keyboard, partial protection
Cons: does not fully protect tablet, only 1 angle
http://www.amazon.com/Exact-Bluetoo...6093144&sr=8-4&keywords=nexus+7+keyboard+case
I bought the MoKo Slim-fit for Nexus 7 and the Anker Ultra-slim Keyboard for my Nexus 7
Pros: full protection for tablet, put away keyboard when not needed, multiple viewing angles
Cons: small keys, must carry two parts instead of one
http://www.amazon.com/MoKo-Slim-fit...6095730&sr=8-1&keywords=moko+slim+fit+nexus+7
http://www.amazon.com/Exact-Bluetoo...&qid=1376095649&sr=8-3&keywords=exact+nexus+7

Fantastic Bluetooth Keyboard w/ Trackpad...

Just wanted to give a heads up about something I received from Amazon today: (Description cut & pasted...)
Fintie Ultra-thin 4mm Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard [Touch X1 Ultra Slim Series] with Built-In Multi-Touch Touchpad [Retail Packaging], Black
This thing is GREAT!
Advertised as 4mm thick (though I think it's more like 5 without having actually measured it, but it's only about 2 mm smaller dimension wise on the length and height of the z2 tablet. It's black, has a trackpad, full feeling keys (as full as could be excepted for that thickness, and the footprint is as small and thin as the tablet. The body is plastic, but the bottom is plastic-painted metal to give it rigidity. Built really well and despite its thiness, held up to the eye, all edges look straight. Doesn't wobble on the table like similar thin keyboards. No sharp edges, and no "unfinished" parts.
This thing accompanies the z2 perfectly, and it's only 22 bucks at Amazon.com.
Highly recommend this!
AddictedToGlass said:
Just wanted to give a heads up about something I received from Amazon today: (Description cut & pasted...)
Fintie Ultra-thin 4mm Wireless Bluetooth Keyboard [Touch X1 Ultra Slim Series] with Built-In Multi-Touch Touchpad [Retail Packaging], Black
This thing is GREAT!
Advertised as 4mm thick (though I think it's more like 5 without having actually measured it, but it's only about 2 mm smaller dimension wise on the length and height of the z2 tablet. It's black, has a trackpad, full feeling keys (as full as could be excepted for that thickness, and the footprint is as small and thin as the tablet. The body is plastic, but the bottom is plastic-painted metal to give it rigidity. Built really well and despite its thiness, held up to the eye, all edges look straight. Doesn't wobble on the table like similar thin keyboards. No sharp edges, and no "unfinished" parts.
This thing accompanies the z2 perfectly, and it's only 22 bucks at Amazon.com.
Highly recommend this!
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Nice find, thanks! :good:

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