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[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] chesterchen:
Just ordered two cases from ebay.

Will post reviews when they arrive.

Case 1

Case 2

Had emailed the sellers and according to them, the first case weighs at 133g and the second one weighs at 300g.

Shockingly, the noreve one weighs at 500g, according to them!
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] jakenz:
Kazee 'Neo Classic" 7.7

So my PU leather "smart" cover case from Kazee arrived today. I got the brown one.

Sure its the poor cousin to the fine real leather Noreve one, but apart from the PU smell (which in my experience just needs to offgas on a hot windowsill for a day or two) and the weight - hand-estimated at ~250g - it's exactly what I was after.

It feels robust enough to handle a fall on any of the corners, holds closed securely - is unlikely to pop open even in a fall - and looks and feels very good. For US $38 landed cost you can hardly go too far wrong.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] sk806:
That bit expensive one is very nice...am using the oem book cover case, and "meh"...might just have to get it. Will post pics if/when I get it.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] jakenz:
Kazee pu leather case weighs 165 grams on kitchen scales.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] sk806:
OK, I got the Noreve, fancy-pants leather case. I will post photos when it arrives...
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] jakenz:
@sk086 - nice one - i look forward to your impressions and actual weight of the noreve.

A day on and the kazee case's design and build is proving very functional but i would qualify my assessment of look and feel as very good. It is that for the price, but quality real leather look and feel it is not quite. I can see myself eventually succumbing to temptation and upgrading...
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] sk806:
Lol. I know, succumb is exactly the right word...soft soft leather...mmmmmmm...;).
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] deny_winarto:
A review with pic would be great :)

I just bought the 360 rotary case, branded "perfora".

This is a chinese made case which is rebranded with many names.

I got it pretty cheap, around $20.

But overall, i'm a bit dissapointed,

1. The grooves (there are 2 ) don't hold the tab up very well, this is the most fatal design flaw, because if you type too strong the tab will fall.

Only the upper horizontal groove that can hold it properly, but if you type the upper part of the tab, it will fall as well

2. The worst part is when you put vertically to the upper grooves, it will fall immediately because the angle is > 90 degree, (did they even test this before selling it?)

3. The hinge for rotation is too loose, i can't hold it with 1 hand comfortably unlike the official case.

Overall i wouldn't recommend it, fortunately it's not too expensive though.

I don't know if there's other brand with better design,

but i suggest you to try it first before buying it.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] tku01:
I ordered this to. Anyone got it?

I can see on ebay that 11 people ordered this one.

Mine haven't even been shipped yet :(

/Teacer
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] Theory:
Posted some photos of my "Rock" brand case (someone linked it earlier in this thread) over here.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] ddeath:
Yup, the Rock case is good. Got one today too from Mobile HW.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] uncle_buckman:
I'm returning mine when it arrives. I'm looking at this now;

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Smart-Fli...804430838&po=&ps=63&clkid=6536418637738531353
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] deny_winarto:
Nice one, i'm looking at this too,

Have you tested it?

Does the folded cover hold the tab up firmly?

Especially when you type it strongly in vertical position?

Does it have magnetic closure or something?

Edit :

Seems like there are 2 brands for "smart cover" type case

Rock : http://www.minihotsale.com/rock-sam...blet-light-cool-folio-leather-case_p1435.html

No-brand chinese made : http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Smart-Fli...804430838&po=&ps=63&clkid=6536418637738531353

Wonder which one is better?

Maybe you should try it first,

You might get a different brand with mine, maybe with better design..

I bought it because the 10.1 variant got a lot of positive reviews in the 10.1 forum, but that one was from pyroskin...

But the one i got is just terrible,

*Sigh* Why don't otterbox make samsung tab cases anymore? :(

Their case never dissapointed me.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] Theory:
I've used it for less than a full day but so far, it's been fine. Typing (or in my case, Swyping) works ok. No magnetic enclosure. If you want the cover to hold down, there is a broad elastic band that comes attached to the case (see attached photo). The material is faux-leatherish and is quite classy in appearance and to the touch.

The other "smart cover" case on ebay looks nice too. (I suspect I would still prefer the texture/feel of the "Rock" case but other than that, the two looks fairly close.) And in any case, I was able to personally inspect the "Rock" case at a local shop before I bought it.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] sk806:
D'oh...want now...

Dear Valued Customer,

Thank you for your order.

Due to a high demand for this case, we will ship your order very soon within 5 to 7 working days.

We will send you an e-mail indicating when we will send your order (with a tracking number).

Alternatively, if you would like to cancel your order and receive a refund, please contact our customer service by e-mail at info@noreve.com within 24 hours. We will send you a confirmation.

No cancellation will be accepted after 24 hours are past, unless delivery is not made within 30 working days of the date of purchase.

If you have any question, please feel free to contact us.

Thank you for your understanding.

My best regards,

Cynthia
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] deny_winarto:
Thanks for the info,

What if you press the upper part of the tab?

Does it fall easily?

I also use my tab for gaming so i need a case that can hold the tab firmly in many angles..

As for the other smartcover, i suspect it's not as good as than the rock one,

Because they divide the folded part into 4, while rock is 3,

so technically the hold shouldn't be as strong

Right now i can't decide either Rock smartcover or Pdair,

Pdair got positive responses for their other cases,

But It's a bit expensive ($75) i'm afraid it will have same holding problem because it uses grooves too

http://www.pdair.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=11000659_11001131_11001398&products_id=35041

Anyone tried pdair case with grooves before?
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] Richdog:
These auction links are for genuine leather for around 50 dollars or less...and you guys are still buying crappy PU cases that you end up hating when you get them? :confused:

I will order the yoobao today I think, looks great.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] Theory:
It is not SUPER stable--if you push it hard nearer the top, it will fall; and will wobble. It's ok for typing or swyping (where most of the contact is towards the bottom). I don't see myself using it for input in that position. Perhaps at the lower incline instead (see attach), where it's very stable.

I don't like the pdair type of case (where part of the front bazel is covered by the case). Unless it is very well made, they often end up interfering with (touch) buttons near the edge of the display.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] deny_winarto:
It's not the material that i was complaining about, it's the functional aspect.

That's the only 360 case available AFAIK, and i don't mind PU material, sadly it fails to do the most basic function

Thanks for the help, just ordered one :)

Hopefully this one won't dissapoint me

I cancelled the pdair after watching this :

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LefBj8qVFDM

On 2 min mark you'll see the guy always holding the tab with his left hand while his right hand is typing, isn't it a bit odd?

And on 2:08 the tab is a bit wobbly when he touches the upper right part.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] Theory:
You are welcome. Hope you will be satisfied too. It's really quite hard to tell without handling the thing for oneself. I thought I would be satisfied with my Samsung book cover case...
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] reiconol:
iPad 1 style case images

This seems to be the thread for posting cases in general so here are some photos of my iPad1 style case. Its exactly the same but is faux leather on the outside and suede cloth inside.

I am really happy with this case. It covers the tab entirely except for the buttons and ports. It slots into the case with a flap covering the opening so there is no worry of it falling out. With the cover folded in, typing flat is great. I wouldn't type with it standing up as the centre of gravity is higher it would just fall.

I've had to make the connector port hole wider by cutting out about 5mm each side so external connectors like the sdcard adaptor will fit. I have a 30pin to microUSB adaptor and use this for charging and this plugs in with no problems.

Edit: I've also taken some photos alongside my SGS2 for comparison. I have fitted a SGP Ultra Capsule case on it. The 7.7 in its case is almost the same height as the SGS2. Thats why I like this case - it gives full protection without adding much bulk at all.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] skeeterpro:
Still waiting for mine also......*crickets chirping*.....
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] Richdog:
I ordered the Yoobao today, will report back when I get it! :)
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] jakenz:
For leather lovers check out the nice job done on this Noreve leather case that uses Noreve's "vintage" / "Exceptional" leather grade (an unpolished high grade natural suede leather) where shoe wax is used to accelerate its aging into the style of (imo) nicely aged Aniline leather...

@ Richdog - since you ask, the reason I ordered this PU leather Kazee case instead of the genuine leather cases you link above, is I much prefer the design of the Kazee with its minimal coverage of the sleek edges of the 7.7 in use. By contrast, in my opinion those cases that cover up the screen surrounds and edges of the 7.7 compromise its look and feel in the hand much more than the use of PU leather (so long as solid and well finished as in my case) rather than real leather. Each to their own I guess. Of course the Noreve is the best of both worlds, so at worst the purchase of the Kazee may just turn out to be a trial run of sorts. ;)

And finally, I can confirm the 7.7 + case works very nicely on an airline seat tray ...
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] teiglin:
I like that Kazee case a lot, looks very minimalistic yet functional. Did you buy from challenger-tech? They seem to have only the brown version, though I prefer the look of black. Just wondering if you knew of somewhere else--even ebay doesn't seem to have the black version available.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] jakenz:
Yeah its been doing the job really well so far... very stable and type-on-able without flex at all positions. I got mine from challenger but this ebay one looks pretty much identical and is cheaper - they may have it in black too.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stand-Leath...ps=63&clkid=6620649701251265891#ht_6032wt_922
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] tku01:
Hello.

I ordered this one on the 19th of February.

Haven't got any trackingnumber yet.

I will post some pictures as soon as I get my hand on it. Promise :-)

/Teacer

Edit: Recieved the tracking no but can't see if it left Hong Kong yet...
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] teiglin:
Thanks for the link jakenz, but it looks like I'll be waiting a bit to see from tku01 :)

Thanks, I look forward to reading your opinions!
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] deny_winarto:
If anyone got noreve case already,

please review it from technical aspect, e.g :

the grooves, the holes, size, weight, etc

Especially the grooves, i'd like to know if it holds the tab firmly
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] mickliq:
My Rock never arrived from MiniHotSale (it's over a month!). They're being completely unhelpful so I've had to open a PayPal dispute.

Not happy as now I'll have to order another one again from China/HK (as there is nothing in N. America...) so more waiting :(
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] a_hadada:
Oh noooo, shooot, I got mine ordered a week ago and it too still says 'processing'..did you ever get your tracking number or was it simply saying "processing" the whole month? Jeez, that's annoying. Anyone else having a similar experience with them???
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] mickliq:
I actually got a shipping notice a day or so after I ordered. The tracking they provide isn't really tracking because it just shows when it has been shipped, nothing afterwards. I believe this may have been an honest "lost in the mail".
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] deny_winarto:
Damn, i got the tracking number but until now it says "shipment information received" :(

This is not a real tracking number because the seller can request a tracking number before really handling the order to the shipper...

I'm gonna open a dispute if it stays like that in a week..

He gave me a singapore post number, what about you guys?
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] Gam3r 4 Life:
I just ordered this one here. Says itll be in stock tomorrow March 5th. Looks like a decent one similar to the official Samsung book cover case, but a whole lot cheaper. I ordered a couple other cases from Brando too, with a post here about the Brando ones. Ill post a short review once I receive it. Heres some pics.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] daijer:
I got the same case as jakenz from Kazee, picked it up in Hong Kong when I was over there last week. I like it a lot. One gripe about is this: I like using the tab in landscape mode, and I can't seem to fold the cover flap all the way back, so it just hangs. I am very interested in the Verus Premium K one they have on challenger-tech.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] TBarb169:
Zenus

This may very well be my next case for my 7.7:

http://www.gearzap.com/zenus-masstige-colour-band-galaxy-tab-7-7-case-brown-yellow.html

When I get it, i think the OEM book cover case will go up on ebay.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] xangelkiller:
I've had the same issue with minthotsale.com . I emailed them and they said it takes 2-6 Weeks to deliver.. which sucks because the only shipping option was their free.option. They also already charged my card. I am considering a dispute if it doesn't come in the next week.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] me_melb:
You able to weight the cover...i don't want anything bulky.

The ebay seller said it is around 100 gms.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] Theory:
It's just over 100g.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] McDoPDA:
I just receive this case which is nice, but I have a problem with it because one corner of the tablet can't stay in place (see picture below). I'm disapointed and I asked the ebay seller for an exchange.

Does anyone have the same problem with this case ?
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] seVIIen:
+1, i habe the Same Problem ....
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] me_melb:
Thanks mate !
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] iOStoAndroid:
I got this from eBay (item number 320857492448)

http://goo.gl/ag5c7

Looks sleek and is ?Genuine Samsung (the packaging says so)

Fit quite well too. (I have a feeling if I shake it really hard, it will pop off from the from plastic corners which holds it)

Purchased 29/02, dispatched 01/03 and here in Scotland 07/03
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] Saerian:
I purchased this as well, haven't received it yet (just got my tablet today!).

Is the front flap secured in anyway when closed, like with a magnet or something? Or does it just lay across the front of the tablet loose?
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] iOStoAndroid:
just flap loosely like a cover

It looks classy though and the feel is excellent

Highly recommended (esp for £14.75)
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] cameronm:
My ROCK arrived yesterday and I have to say I am very happy with it .. it took about 4 1/2 weeks to come but worth the wait

The textured feel to this case is great!

bear with it guys!
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] zen123:
Yeah agree about the Rock case. Fits the tab well & doesn't add too much bulk. Only complaint is that its a little too overpriced for the quality it provides. I paid £23 for it but reckon £15 Max would have been a better deal.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] TonyBigs:
There is this Noreve case but expensive! (I don't like the exposed buttons -- should be strip of silicone there.

http://www.noreve.com/langue/en/product/Samsung_GT-P6800_Galaxy_Tab_7.7_Tradition_leather_case.html
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] QwaarJet:
I ordered a Noreve case, but it's going to take a while it seems. Ordered a week and half ago, no idea when it's going to ship. *sniff* They did tell me if I ordered from the Perpetual selection it would ship right away, but I ordered from the Exceptional series.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] zazonk:
got my rock today, after about 1 month wait. Love it, remains to be seen how resistant the material is, but it seams good. I love the feel of the faux leather too
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] gtda:
got my rock cover today, was ordered 26th of february from minihotsale

i think it cost me roughly $35 AUD

very happy with it, i know its not real leather but it still looks and feels great.

it came with a screen protector that i installed but it makes the screen way less resposive, think now i have the cover i'll forget about a screen protector.

oh and i downloaded that smart cover app, its awesome too
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] morkli:
Mine came yesterday too. Ordered 9Feb12, so it took about 4.5 weeks to arrive :(

Quality is pretty good. Going to try it out for a few days to see if I keep this on my tab or return to my (fake) Samsung book cover case ;)
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] jawil:
I got this today: http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220953547356

Fits perfectly and seems to hang very tight to the tab. Both "book-mode" and stand-mode with various angles. Quality seems ok and looks good. The pressure for closing and opening the "cover" is also perfect.

Very impressed for the money!
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] Richdog:
Still not received it yet. :(
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] sk806:
Noreve Leather Case

Got mine yesterday. It's a bit disappointing, IMHO, as it is quite bulky and the different viewing angles require you to pop the device half way out of the case and then the whole thing slips out (see 4th pic down, and it did, indeed, fall on the floor right after I took the photo). Nice leather, though.

Here are some pics:

Steve
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] deny_winarto:
@sk806 : Thanks for the pics!

So it has problem holding up the tab in certain angle?

Similar to the 360 i posted before?

IMO It's unacceptable for that something that expensive
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] sk806:
Agreed. It falls out almost every time. I am going to return, if I can. If not, it will be a giveaway to someone who likes fancy leather and doesn't use the angle function too much...
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] jawil:
Check the link in my post above. My pad doesn't fall out of this one. Had to use some force to get it in. :)
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] deny_winarto:
My rock case just arrived today,

So now i have 4 cases,

- Stock Case

- 360 case

- Rock Case

- Anymode case

Still waiting for the other type of smartcover case that i mentioned previously

So far in terms of functionality,

Anymode is the best, it holds the tab firmly even if it has no grooves

Rock is just good for holding the tab if the surface is flat,

But if you use it in unflat surface, like for example when you're in sleeping position and you want to put in your lap, rock fails to stand still, like the stock case.

Anymode is surprisingly well built, and since it has no grooves, you can actually put the tab in many angles.

Overall i'd recommend Anymode, the price is around $40 IIRC

Edit : Well there's 1 disadvantage, Anymode case doesn't exactly cover tab's body entirely like the stockcase,

The upper side (where power button is), is too open IMO, stock case does better at this because it covers the upper part except the power button area
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] sk806:
Looks nice, and thinner too. I'll check it out. Thanks!
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] Gam3r 4 Life:
UPDATE: After a delayed shipment due to product not being manufactured on time I got my case today, and I must say it was worth the wait. It is VERY nice. The leather looks great, all the stitching is done very well. Theres good access to the ports and buttons. The tablet snaps into place, and stays there. It has a strap with elastic ends that wasnt in the pictures on Amazon, and Im not quite sure what its for. Maybe one of you will figure it out. The stand mechanism works great, and it has 3 different positions, and the bottom of the tablet rests in the slots you can see in the pics. If your looking for a very nice standing book case you cant go wrong with this one. You can see for yourself in the pics. I highly recommend this, especially at the price. ($15 shipped)

UPDATE: After searching for other cases on Amazon I figured out what the strap is. Its a hand strap for carrying it. Ive tried it and it feels a little weird holding it that way. But at least I know what it is now.

UPDATE: April 7th. I just wanted to add this to my review to warn people that are using screen protectors. The strap that is on this case has left permanent scuff marks on my Zagg screen protector. Because the strap bulges out it presses against the screen when it is closed. It left 2 marks on the Zagg that I tried to get out and cant. So I took it off, and wont be using this one again. I ordered this one because its the same kind, but has no strap. So hopefully it doesnt scuff the Zagg.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] wintermute000:
Hey buddy can you send a pic of the anymode case open? the vendor site only has a pic of it closed. In particular I want to see if it covers the bezel - I HATE that lol
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] deny_winarto:
Sorry was a bit busy,

here you go,

This is IMO better than stock case,

i dunno what material they use for the groove side,

but it manages to hold the tab firmly on many angles,

Also, i can use it in "stock case" mode as you can see on the first pic
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] do0b:
could you also add pictures with the strap? quite keen on this one
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] Gam3r 4 Life:
The 5th picture shows the strap. It says strap on the pic.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] do0b:
ah yes! didnt see that. sucks cant get them to ship to australia.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] Gam3r 4 Life:
That sucks, it was just released so its hard to find right now anywhere but Amazon.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] do0b:
manage to find some on ebay but not for GT7.7
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] Gam3r 4 Life:
Right before you posted this i was on ebay looking too. Only for the 7.0 plus. And for some reason they arent on the poetic site either.

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Hey check out this one. Looks nice and has multiple stand options.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] -=cappo=-:
Hi,

whats the name of this cover and how much is it?

It´s very nice.
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] do0b:
i'm sure i've seen that case posted on this thread before and they said it doesnt really grip on to surfaces
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] deny_winarto:
Here is my review of all 5 cases that i have,

http://www.kaskus.us/showpost.php?p=662624989&postcount=689

It's in Indonesian but you can see the pics & my ratings.

If anyone's interested i can translate it to english
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] VortX:
It looks like the best case you found was Anymode case, which is only sold in Indonesia. Are there any retailers shipping it worldwide?
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] deny_winarto:
You're right, I haven't found any yet, though..

But IIRC some people in singapore got it.

Kinda strange Anymode chose only Indonesia, i thought they were Korean company...
[Galaxy Tab 7.7 Accessories] VortX:
I checked their original site in Korean (cannot switch to English for some reason, Google also cannot find pages in English on this domain). There is no mention of Galaxy Tab 7.7 accessories. This looks weird.