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until you drop it while using it. i need something to protect the edges!

NeoteriX said:
Just picked up this guy from Best Buy:

http://www.amazon.com/Amazon-Kindle-Fire-Sleeve-Graphite/dp/B005DOL0R0

Yes, it's for the Kindle Fire, but I basically wanted a very thin, lightweight, no-BS sleeve to throw the Nexus into when it was going to go into my bag, otherwise I wanted to use the Nexus bare. It's thin, simple, and does the job nicely. Edit: The inside is a nylon fabric that isn't abrasive, but it's not microfiber or something soft on the inside.

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My rooCASE just arrived (ahead of the tablet by a day or two)

I'm very happy to report that not only is it NOT super thick, but features the same removable inner sleeve design I love about my rooCASE for the Toshiba Excite 10!

I love the smell of new leather...classy. :)
 
Those of you who HATE having to use the power button to wake your devices (and that's all that works with the stock JB rom), should be buying cases with the embedded magnet that wakes your device when your cover is opened and puts it to sleep when it's closed.

FWIW, I was able to tape a thin magnet in my case to duplicate this behavior, but it's best to buy one with it already included.

(That tape won't last long, it's just for testing. :D)

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I bought this case, the CaseCrown for Kindle Fire. Like NeoteriX, I was mostly looking for a sleeve that would protect my Nexus 7 while in transit, and am likely to take it out of the case to use it.

A few notes about the case, the Nexus 7 is just a bit taller than the Kindle Fire, so it goes slightly off of the edge of the inner piece that the elastic holds it to. This doesn't cause any real problems, the fit is just a little tight. Unfortunately, though, the elastic winds up hitting the device exactly where the Power and Volume buttons are located, so it's difficult to press them when the device is in the case. Also, the elastic slightly covers the corners of the screen. This isn't a big deal for me (especially since I intend to use the device outside of the case most of the time), but can see how it would annoy others.

The exterior material is hard and seems durable. The interior is lined with a felt-like material. The interior partition that the device is held to has velcro to hold it in place while allowing you to prop the device up as well. There is a flap with velcro that I think is supposed to be used when propping the device up, but the velcro seems to be on the wrong side, lol.

Overall, it's a good, cheap case that fits my needs. Available in a few other colors as well, though the blue version seems to have a slightly different interior.

Now, to figure out how I might add a magnet and turn it into a smart case, hehe.
 
I have a Google official case that's coming in soon, but I'm pretty sure I'm not going to use that as my default case. It's pretty disappointing that there's no stand.

I've been driving myself crazy researching cases for the N7 and have narrowed my options down to four. One of my rules with purchasing cases/folios are that they CAN'T cover the bezel.

Here's what I'm looking at:

Poetic Hardbook- $9.95

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B008IEGS9W/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1342599330&sr=8-1

Poetic Tribook- $7.95

http://www.amazon.com/Poetic-TriBook-Automatically-Manufacturer-Warranty/dp/B008IEGSWO/ref=pd_ybh_12

CaseCrown Ace Flip Case- $20.21

http://www.amazon.com/CaseCrown-Google-Built-magnet-feature/dp/B008K9TRM0/ref=pd_ybh_8

iBlason Slim Folio- $16.95

http://www.amazon.com/i-Blason-Sleep-Google-Tablet-Orange/dp/B008H3PAP2


Unfortunately these aren't available right now, but they all look like REALLY good cases. I haven't ordered any of these yet, but I would like to have all of them ( that's not an option ) .

If any of you are going to order one of these, please post below because I'd like some input. Or if you find other cases/ folios that are worthy of a purchase, let me know and I'll update this post.


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I'm looking for one where the front cover folds back onto itself so that I can just hold it, like a tablet but bulkier. I've looked at the links and pictures here and none of them are showing that configuration.

They all seem to fold back into a stand, which I understand, but I would like something that folds back flat. Or maybe they do do that but don't have a picture of it that way.
 
colchiro said:
Those of you who HATE having to use the power button to wake your devices (and that's all that works with the stock JB rom), should be buying cases with the embedded magnet that wakes your device when your cover is opened and puts it to sleep when it's closed.

FWIW, I was able to tape a thin magnet in my case to duplicate this behavior, but it's best to buy one with it already included.

(That tape won't last long, it's just for testing. :D)

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Looks like that mod got on the front page!
Tips & Tricks: Turn a $5 Kindle Fire Case Into a Nexus 7 Smart Cover [VIDEO]
 
Does anyone know where I might be able to get some magnetic tape in the UK? I've had a look on eBay and the like, but it's either expensive or there is metres of the stuff.
 
dunjamon said:
Does anyone know where I might be able to get some magnetic tape in the UK? I've had a look on eBay and the like, but it's either expensive or there is metres of the stuff.
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Specifically no. I'm in the US, but I would check out a craft store. Over here they usually sell it in relatively small quantities and its rather inexpensive $2-3.
 
I got the "official" case for it when I got the tablet. Frankly it sucks. It fits perfectly, the buttons work and the tablet is well protected. The screen cover is just floppy and doesn't stay in place. I wouldn't feel comfortable putting my N7 in my backpack with that case. Sure a rubber band or similar would hold it closed but that's tacky. $20 down the tubes.

I got a case like Colchiro got off of Amazon for $5 shipped and it's far better. Tough to get to the buttons but not impossible. I'm waiting for a version which has the auto-sleep/wake feature (several on Amazon and mentioned here) which I think it would be almost perfect (one that rotates to portrait as well would be the bees knees).
 
Decided to test out the magnet screen lock thing with an old magnet from home. Bit of sticky tape and it works very well. Will do for now until I get some magnetic tape.
 

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stridermt2k said:
My rooCASE just arrived (ahead of the tablet by a day or two)

I'm very happy to report that not only is it NOT super thick, but features the same removable inner sleeve design I love about my rooCASE for the Toshiba Excite 10!

I love the smell of new leather...classy. :)
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pics please!
 
stridermt2k said:
Looks like that mod got on the front page!
Tips & Tricks: Turn a $5 Kindle Fire Case Into a Nexus 7 Smart Cover [VIDEO]
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I like how he uses a 5# magnet, can't open the case stand and the dogs are barking in the background.... :D

RichSz said:
I got a case like Colchiro got off of Amazon for $5 shipped and it's far better. Tough to get to the buttons but not impossible. I'm waiting for a version which has the auto-sleep/wake feature (several on Amazon and mentioned here) which I think it would be almost perfect (one that rotates to portrait as well would be the bees knees).
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I used a very thin, round magnet off a fridge magnet. It's smaller than a dime.

Have to be careful of anything thicker since it could mar the screen.

Before I added the magnet, I stretched out the case by closing the cover and setting a book on it for a couple days, when it wasn't being used. It closes much better now.
 

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dunjamon said:
Has anyone tried Gelaskins before? They now do them for the Nexus, but don't know how good they are. While My case is good, I like just holding the actual thing in my hand when using it. Either that or maybe a silicone case (BLACK S LINE GRIP GEL SILICONE CASE COVER & FILM FOR GOOGLE NEXUS 7 ASUS TABLET | eBay) like I have installed on my phone.
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I used Gelaskins for my old iPod a while back. Went on very easily and came off cleanly too (no adhesive left behind). It even came with a clear sheet for the screen. :thumbup:
 
colchiro said:
I like how he uses a 5# magnet, can't open the case stand and the dogs are barking in the background.... :D



I used a very thin, round magnet off a fridge magnet. It's smaller than a dime.

Have to be careful of anything thicker since it could mar the screen.

Before I added the magnet, I stretched out the case by closing the cover and setting a book on it for a couple days, when it wasn't being used. It closes much better now.
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I like that case a lot but wanted the magnet feature without my ten thumbs screwing up the case or tablet so I pre-ordered one of these:

Amazon.com: YooMee Black Google Nexus 7 Inch Android Tablet Leather Case Cover Folio with Multi-Angle Stand and Hand Strap (Black) (WITH Sleep and Wake Function): Computers & Accessories

$8 shipped with Prime, how could I not?
 
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