The owner of purfit design, Emma Leuang, contacted for a review for their wallet case for Galaxy Note 8.
To be honest, i never thought it could this great before i receive it.
The wallet is made of genuine leather (cowhide), Unlike the regular leather, this leather is top grain, a little bit shinny than regular, but the leather smells so good.
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If you are looking for a reasonably priced genuine leather wallet case , you might want to check out the this flip wallett. Crafted from what is described as Italianleather, this is undoubtedly a nicely made leather wallet case. It has two card slots and one clear identity card window, as well as a slide pocket for extra cards or cash, and it has a stand function as well. The money slot is a a little bit narrow, so it will secure your card without falling out.
The side magnetic closure works great, it has 2 part magnetic, will give your case a decent close without affect the S-Pen. ( I have tried several cases, the magnetic does make your S-Pen crazy)
Insertion and removal of yourphone is easy, due to the flexible TPU phone compartment. Like nearly all wallet cases of this type, it gets obese quite quickly when very many cards are put into its card slots and doesn’t close all that well, but as long as only a few cards are used, it still closes acceptably.
Overall, this is a nice option for a lower priced leather wallet case. It is currently available for $31 on Amazon and comes in both black and cognac. Many thanks to Emma and her child for sending this sample out to me to review.
BTW, she gives a portion of profit to American Cancer Society,
Link at amazon, Click here
update, the glass screen protector works on it
wireless charging works too
That's a nice looking case. I've considered getting one like that, to keep something covering my phone when it's in my pocket. I need something to protect the screen and I've learned over the years that I completely suck at putting on screen protectors. I don't even try anymore. So one question I have is, do you think that there's any possibility that the cover could scratch the glass? Ideally I'd like something with a felt interior as I feel that would truly minimize the chances of scratching. I just don't seem to be able to find a decent case that has it.
I got this
https://www.banggood.com/NILLKIN-Fl...Case-for-Samsung-Galaxy-Note-8-p-1196731.html
it looks and feels better in hand
usmaak said:
That's a nice looking case. I've considered getting one like that, to keep something covering my phone when it's in my pocket. I need something to protect the screen and I've learned over the years that I completely suck at putting on screen protectors. I don't even try anymore. So one question I have is, do you think that there's any possibility that the cover could scratch the glass? Ideally I'd like something with a felt interior as I feel that would truly minimize the chances of scratching. I just don't seem to be able to find a decent case that has it.
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get a whitestone shell
I was looking at a leather case like this and then I remember the corner drop problem. no protection. I would love a leather case like this if I could take the Note 8 with UAG Monarch installed and then take the Note 8 with the Monarch and put it in a leather case. Best of both worlds.
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get a whitestone shell
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Not very good advice for someone who admittedly is bad at putting on screen protectors. The Whitestone installation is ridiculously complicated to do right the first time and for 50 bucks they should throw 2 pieces of glass in there. It's the biggest huckle going that people are promoting the Whitestone protectors. They also have horrible CS should you need them.
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Pictorial review of the "Lychee Pattern Protective PU Leather Case for Nexus 7"
The product sells here (SKU #149565) on DX.com, purveyors of "sometimes fine, sometimes crappy, most of the time OK" products from China and Asia.
This product, at $9.80 + free shipping, beats anything I have found locally at Staples, Best Buy, etc. for less than half the price.
The case came in a simple plastic bag with a little foam insert. Simple but effective.
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The "leather" is in fact some kind of (very) thin plastic, heat-glued (my guess) to cardboard. It looks and feel pretty nice however, almost luxurious. I was pleasantly surprised by the feel.
It will, probably, wear pretty quickly, especially at the seams and folds. I saw a tiny spec of wear already. However at that price, I'm not complaining. I'll buy another one in six months to replace this one.
The "top" part of the case (the "cover") is "leather like" and somewhat pliable, similar to a carrying case. It has some kind of felt-like finish, that will indubitably protect the tablet's screen. The elastic band is strong, and keep the case well closed.
The "bottom" part is rigid, it's in fact a plastic case that was covered with the thin fake leather fabric. Nicely done, attention to details is very very nice.
The top part cover is attached to the bottom case by a round plastic ring that allows the cover to be swiveled on any side thus allowing right-handed or left-handed use. The top part cover is also used to position the tablet in viewing mode, the case acting as a stand. There are two grooves that allow two viewing angles. One is too steep for my taste, the other is perfect.
There are cutouts, very nicely executed, with great attention to detail for this price point.
Conclusion: for less than ten bucks, you won't get a better case. Heck, I believe if you want to spend less than $25, then you might as well buy this. Over $30, you start to fall in the category of higher end cases and yes, you will probably find better ones. Even if I believe there are $25 cases out there that will probably be crappier than this!
This time, I am pleasantly surprised by the quality of a product on DX.com that had no reviews...
I have this as well .
I have the same case . exactly in every way.. Mine does not hold on to the device really tight . And i just feel like the plastic that catches the bezel. will cause it to crack worse if dropped instead of protecting it.. So my case identical to that one is ahh well around here someplace. Not going on my nexus. I have the amzer impact resistance case in black. Its better then a tpu case it covers bezel nicely but its not as much protection for the edges as i would have liked.. but still a nice rubber slip on.. It fits in a portfolio type case i have so will use both..
great pictures Hope yours fits better then mine ..
thanks :good:
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I have the same case . exactly in every way.. Mine does not hold on to the device really tight . And i just feel like the plastic that catches the bezel. will cause it to crack worse if dropped instead of protecting it.. So my case identical to that one is ahh well around here someplace. Not going on my nexus. I have the amzer impact resistance case in black. Its better then a tpu case it covers bezel nicely but its not as much protection for the edges as i would have liked.. but still a nice rubber slip on.. It fits in a portfolio type case i have so will use both..
great pictures Hope yours fits better then mine ..
thanks :good:
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Thanks for the kind words Renee; yes mine holds it tight. Of course it's new, the plastic could loosen after some time and then it would, maybe, be like yours.
However - and I should have written that maybe in my review more explicitly - this is indeed NOT a case for impact protection. This is more a case for casual protection against scratches; for example to be able to protect the Nexus while in the backpack or the handbag...
Absolutely do not drop the tablet while in this case :laugh: !!!
I'll have a look at the Amzer case... Just in case I need something for more 'heavy duty' protection!
UPDATE! Broke after a week!
Yes boys and girls, the little plastic ring broke, suddenly, by itself, without any pressure having been put on it. It was either super-flimsy or it was defective. See the picture below.
So, you may want to stay way from this product, or maybe I was just unlucky.
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LUVVITT® CLEARVIEW HTC One M8 Case Clear View | Scratch-Resistant Hybrid Slim Transparent Case/Cover
$5.95 - Amazon (Less Shipping)
Overall the case is what it is. Fit is good except for the top and bottom lips on the screen side but it's not that bad. There are manufacturing seams on the sides but you can't really feel them. The charging port cutout was a little off but I fixed it with a xacto knife. Before the fix I'd have to move the case a little to get the connector to plug completely in. There is what I'm calling a manufacturing defect on the bottom near the charging port. Not sure if this would be present on all of these cases or it's just on mine. No big deal, I'm not looking to win a beauty contest.
The IR blaster works. I've not notice the "flash flare" some have reported with other clear cases. It say scratch resistant but I've not used it enough to tell it that is true or not. The case feels "grippy" in your hand but not enough to snag in your pocket. The back of the case seems like a little harder material than the sides. It goes on and off easily. There is no cutout for the SIM or SD slots so the case will have to be removed to change those. The volume rocker is completely covered so there is minor protection there. I will report back on scratching and yellowing seen in many of these clear cases
If you are looking for a minimal case for $6 you can't go wrong. I'm just using it at work and when I'm out and about as I like the naked feel of this phone and take it off when I'm at home.
My brother bought a Spigen® clear case. It seems to offer a little more protection at the price of bulk. They are comparable but I prefer this one as it feels a little less bulky. Hope this helps.
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Beauty Shots - NOTE - the HTC logo is shown through the case to illustrate the clarity.
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Well I've only really used this case for 2 days (first two days back to work after receiving the case) and I just noticed a pretty good scratch on the back of the case. There are also some very small scratches that are hard to see unless you hold it at just the right angle.
I'm not concerned becasue this is why I bought a case. I'm reporting this as the marketing for this case says it's scratch resistant which it is clearly not. I'd expect more than 2 days of use before seeing any significant scratches. Oh well, for $6 I'm happy and it's almost a disposable item if it gets really bad.
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Afer a few weeks of use I can say this case is working just fine. I've never had a clear case so I'm not sure how long it takes to discolor but this one is still as clear as the day I put it on. I like to go naked when I'm at home and this case is easy to take off and put back on. The big scratch pictured above is still the only big scratch it has. There are a bunch of small scratches that can only be seen if held at the right angle. So far I am very pleased with this case that I might not even get a Skinomi or other wrap at this time. I have yet to drop my phone with this on (don't hold your breath, I treat this thing like a baby) so Not sure how it would protect if it hit on concrete or another hard surface. I think it would help a little. This case has not scratched the phone and I've not noticed any dirt getting between it and the phone. Whenever I put the case on I use my microfiber cloth to clean the case and the phone before installation.
Recommended :good:
Looks like a case that resemble the case I got from my m8 box. Looks pretty glossy.
Sent from my HTC ONE M8 HK
Great review.. I use this one: Ultra 0.5mm Slim Soft TPU Skin Clear new Case Transparent Cover But you need to buy a dozen or so, if you don't like scratches. This case will scratch up pretty bad.
Great review, that thing in the picture you don't know is probably a remnant of a tab gate. When the injection molding/extrusion happens the plastic goes through the gate, then they break it off of the runner when cured.
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Have you guys tried the Baseus Ultra Thin Clear TPU Case? Best looks imo, at the expense of less protection
Sorry for the late review , and i am so sure i will fall asleep asap when i touch my pillow( Darn , a man have to keep his words , i made a promise and got free sample ,so i have to keep up this time to finish this review)
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Artec...TF8&qid=1428470082&sr=1-12&keywords=artech+21
This is a really nice phone case/wallet combo. I've had it just about a few days now and I think I'm ready to write a review.
I've used wallet-style cases before; here's why this one's a keeper.
1) Unique feel & look. This is aged leather. Instant heirloom. Not shiny-crisp like something out of a factory. The kind of finish that only gets better with a couple of nicks or scratches.
2) Holds 3 cards and folded cash, sure. But I'm able to hold my transit card in the back with my cash, card against the front edge of the case, and I can just slide my case against the RFID reader for our busses/trains without taking out the card. This is the first case I've been able to do that with. HANDY!!
3)The closure is almost invisible ,very short closure and semi automatic close as magnet effect, unlike most cases who use a long strap to close the case flat .
4) Firm and even stitch , handcrafted leather case is art , enjoy my art case.
5) Instant compliments. I've only been using the case for a couple of days and have already gotten wows from family, friends, and employees at the Att store (went in to get a screen protector for the phone).
6) Two other photos taken with the camera in the case show that the case does not in any way impede the photo or flash from working. THIS IS VERY RARE among this kind of case. Read reviews of similar products and see for yourself.
As for 39 dollars price ( I got it for free) ,This was well worth the cost. I've got nothing but praise for this company
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That doesn't look like an edge!
Barff1984 said:
That doesn't look like an edge!
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pal, i am busted.
the s6 and s6.edge.almost.the same size,the different is the curved.screen.
the one for s 6.edge.with a.snug fit curved edge tpu, i was too lazy to take new photoes
but the quality and review is.real.from.me
this is for edge
Barff1984 said:
That doesn't look like an edge!
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It is for edge
We have got one already
I'm looking for a leather wallet case like this, except i need a pouch rather then the snap-on.
I prefer to have it in the case when it's in my pocket, but use it naked.
i moved over from NoteEdge with samsung flip cover.
i refused to cover this S6 Gold Edge in leather cover,
this phone is too sexy to cover it. haha
S6 Edge clear case cover or nothing. wait, i just ordered a clear case since clear view cover is not out yet.
netnerd said:
i moved over from NoteEdge with samsung flip cover.
i refused to cover this S6 Gold Edge in leather cover,
this phone is too sexy to cover it. haha
S6 Edge clear case cover or nothing. wait, i just ordered a clear case since clear view cover is not out yet.
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yes that depends on people , someone likes vintage looking case
if they like this style , this is the primary choice on amazon
OnlinePez said:
I'm looking for a leather wallet case like this, except i need a pouch rather then the snap-on.
I prefer to have it in the case when it's in my pocket, but use it naked.
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Hey,are you living in U.S
It is pretty cool to have a wallet case like this, I just ditch my wallet
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08QQK4F1Q
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08QQK4F1Q
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I receive ArmadilloTek series case for free to provide my feedback.
This is such a great case and I'm happy I gave it a chance. If you're looking for a rugged case, no need to spend twice as much or more for the bigger name brand. This one arrived nicely packaged with a "handwritten" note from the owners of the company. The case itself is 2 pieces and fits my S21 Ultra perfectly. I even have a LOCA glue glass screen protector and the case works great with it. The stand seems durable and works in both portrait or landscape for hands free viewing. The sides of the case are nice and grippy. The case overall is very well made and feels good in the hand. In the house I keep my phone in a minimalist case, but this one will no doubt be the case I slip my expensive phone into when I'm out and about.
Pros
1. Package and material
- Very well package and premium material
2. Design and fit
- I like the design. It is rugged case but not to bulky . The most important thing is the case feel very comfortable when i am holding it.
- Case fit perfectly with the phone. All cutout are precise , well design .
- Kickstand in the back very helpful. i can use the phone in both landscape and portrait mode.
- Volume and power buttons are on point. They are protrude out just enough to provide you a good feedback when you press them.
- The edge along the screen and around camera are raised off enough to protect the phone .
Cons
It does add some bulk, guess it is the paid price.
I recommend this case for people with kids, people work in construction and who workout outdoor a lot.
When it comes to protection, I always buy Otterbox cases, here. They are expensive, but the protection will always be flawless, it'll last you a lifetime (i still have my HTC HD2 with an otterbox case in perfect shape)
I've been using the Zizo Bolt for 10+ for over a year. Easy to hold, clean, slender, with 2/3 layered protection and it can take a hard drop onto concrete.
It's done an excellent job and shows no wear. The catch for the kick stand broke after about 6 months but I use it a lot. I get a new case anyway after a couple hard corner hits to be on the safe side; to guard against unseen material fatigue.
$20 a pop is chump change... the 10+ is not.
On the 10+ it has a much more raised cam guard and no tempered glass screen protector. Not sure on the new model if that will be an issue or not. Using the screen protector is probably optional though.
ZIZO BOLT Series Galaxy S21 5G Case
Engineered to protect against the unexpected. The ZIZO BOLT Series for Galaxy S21 is specifically constructed to withstand the most intense drops while keeping your device safe and secure. With countless hours of development and rigorous lab testing, the BOLT has surpassed the industry standards...
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Oh, same here. It's a great case. I think it keeps up with the big bois like Otterbox. Definitely recommend.
This is a great case.
I've been with them for a while, and the owner Karl is amazing
mchief298 said:
Oh, same here. It's a great case. I think it keeps up with the big bois like Otterbox. Definitely recommend.
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We are better lol
mchief298 said:
Oh, same here. It's a great case. I think it keeps up with the big bois like Otterbox. Definitely recommend.
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Lol, it protected mine from the roof when I was hanging Christmas lights
Does it work with wireless charger?
SUPCASE - the only one with s-pen slot - I bought it from Amazon.de :
1)
https://www.amazon.de/-/en/gp/aw/d/B09CD89L5G?ref=ppx_pt2_mob_b_prod_image
2)
https://www.amazon.de/SUPCASE-Outdoor-Samsung-Protective-Protector-black/dp/B09CD89L5G/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=3896O035APDMC&keywords=supcase%2Boutdoor%2Bh%C3%BClle%2Bf%C3%BCr%2Bsamsung%2Bgalaxy%2Bs21%2Bultra%2Bmit%2Bs%2Bpen&qid=1657142581&sprefix=supcase%2Boutdoor%2Bh%C3%BClle%2Bf%C3%BCr%2Bsamsung%2Bgalaxy%2Bs21%2Bultra%2Bmit%2Bs%2Bpen%2Caps%2C82&sr=8-1&th=1&psc=1
I've been looking for a phone casing with a S-pen holder but have not manage to find one that is minimalistic, slim and comes with a holder that doesn't add much to the overall width of the phone. So I decided to make a holder out of 48 pieces of block magnets (5mm x 2mm x 1mm) and I stick them to the phone casing and S-pen using double sided tapes.
Things to note :
1) The magnets should be strong but not too strong to cause issues with the screen.
2) Magnets should not be too near to the tip of S-pen to cause issues with the pen.
3) Double sided tapes must be strong enough to hold the magnets to prevent it from detaching from the Pen/Casing. Super glue may be better in this case.
Hope the above helps for anyone that is looking for a similar solution.
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I advise against super glue as it only binds plastic to plastic. Initially it gives the impression that it works with other materials but after a while it fails catastrophically.
The dual sided tape is pretty thin so thats good. If however is starts falling, you should consider an alternative glue, NOT super glue.
Otherwise, acceptable creation.
Why so crazy ideas boys? Just buy Nillkin Aoge Leather Case : 12 USD on Aliexpress + Pen from Note 8 (black version) which suits this case much, much better than the latest Samsung pen (and is way cheaper ofc). Case quality is really good. It holds the phone perfectly well, there are no problems with the screen protectors. It also protects camera section. Leather is also good quality. And it looks expensive I do reccomend it. I have bought 2 pcs just in case.
aldoru said:
Why so crazy ideas boys? Just buy Nillkin Aoge Leather Case : 12 USD on Aliexpress + Pen from Note 8 (black version) which suits this case much, much better than the latest Samsung pen (and is way cheaper ofc). Case quality is really good. It holds the phone perfectly well, there are no problems with the screen protectors. It also protects camera section. Leather is also good quality. And it looks expensive I do reccomend it. I have bought 2 pcs just in case.View attachment 5439105
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What's the inside look like?is it hard plastic? Or TPU type of material?
The frame is made from TPU (I think 2mm thick) - something between elastic TPU and a hard plastic. Back is from plastic, covered by leather.
aldoru said:
Why so crazy ideas boys? Just buy Nillkin Aoge Leather Case : 12 USD on Aliexpress + Pen from Note 8 (black version) which suits this case much, much better than the latest Samsung pen (and is way cheaper ofc). Case quality is really good. It holds the phone perfectly well, there are no problems with the screen protectors. It also protects camera section. Leather is also good quality. And it looks expensive I do reccomend it. I have bought 2 pcs just in case.View attachment 5439105
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Thanks.
I was really trying to find a way to carry my Note9 S-Pen with the S21 Ultra.
Just got one of ebay, About 2 weeks to arrive :=)
RSGI
It arrived... Already with the my Note9 S-Pen... Just love it... Thanks for the suggestion
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Very nice ! Congrats. I do reccomend also an alloy/metal cover for camera section (without glass). It protects from scratches. I did not buy it earlier and now have some of them. Why without the glass? It does not produce reflections