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[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] Taosaur:
All of the cases I've seen so far have been pretty ugly, but the Ionic at least has the advantage of being cheap. I picked up the B&N 360 case/stand from Target for $40 because I needed something if I was going to get any use out of my HD+ and it doesn't look like any 3rd party covers will hit until after the New Year. Perils of early adoption, I suppose.

I felt kind of ripped off when I first got the 360 out of the box, but it's growing on me. Functionally it's great--sturdy build quality to protect the tablet and a good mechanism for the stand. The cons: weird flak-jacket material on outside, no magnetic clasp or any kind of closure (though it stays closed pretty well once it's broken in), and no access to the SD slot.

I also had a Javoedge cover for my Nook Color which looked great and worked well as a stand, along with softening the hard edges of the device and providing full protection. Even if they put out some nice HD+ covers, though, I'll probably stick with the one I have. It occurs to me that B&N was probably going for the look of a hardcover with the outer material on the 360, but hardcovers usually have a dust jacket--maybe I'll throw a dust jacket or old school brown-bag textbook cover over my case! :laugh:
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] Taosaur:
And so I did:

I tried a few jackets and pretty much gave up on the idea, actually made a brown bag cover but found it too scratchy to be comfortable (maybe I just need more calluses...) and was in the process of posting that the idea was a wash (though with potential, if you want to use better paper) when my eye happened on the copy of Hero sitting next to my desk. It's a perfect fit in more ways than one, considering the thousands of stories I'm carrying around on the device :good:
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] Tschumi:
Very nice!
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] madsquabbles:
no one's made a case i like yet. they all add too much bulk to the tablet. i always get the portfolio style that doesn't have a pocket for holding tablets and uses tabs instead. so mine is butt nekkid for now.

well heck they do have on i'd like:

http://www.amazon.com/Poetic-HardBa...qid=1354798460&sr=1-38&keywords=nook+hd++case

it's even got the the little hand slip thing to keep a grip on it. gotta wait til after christmas since it's not shippping til then.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] BillBong:
I came across these :

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Leather-Cha...ED3I/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1354815042&sr=8-1

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/A2-Black-...es_Covers_Keyboard_Folios&hash=item43b664bca5

I've ordered the eBay one with some screen protectors so should be here within a couple of weeks
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] Taosaur:
The Poetic cases actually don't look half bad. I like this one, going for a slim Moleskine look. I just needed some kind of case here and now if I was going to get any use out of the tablet.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] coilmaster949:
Pls. confirm how's this one, when you receive it

I want to buy one too. Pls. confirm how's this one, when you receive it as I'm dying to order one before the nook harms itself! thanks
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] skavan:
What's the view on the $40 case that B&N sell? Any good? (Other than the high price)?
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] Taosaur:
If you make any use of the SD slot (I'm currently alternating between a 16GB CM10 card and the 64GB card I use w/ stock), DO NOT get the B&N 360 case. The card slot is inaccessible and the device is a pain to get out of the case. The swiveling hardshell mount on mine cracked the other night while I was pulling the HD+ out of the case. It's still usable, but I should think taking the device out of the case would constitute normal use and shouldn't result in damage. Better yet, just practice case design 101 and give me access to all buttons and ports in the first place.

It's a shame because the slot design on the HD+ is actually quite good--one of the best I've seen for having the card secure but also easy to access.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] carlyle070:
Hi, just want to say that I used a Target coupon (read about it on another thread, still available from target until Dec 29th) offering 50% off HD and HD+ accessories and bought the black 360 cover for $23+ (tax included), added small patch of velcro to keep it closed and added a small magnet on the countercover aiming at the upper left corner of the bezel of the tablet, which triggers the auto-sleep feature. I like the final product for the price.

I forgot to mention that I filed the opening obstructing access to the micro sd card and now I have access to it without having to unmount the tablet. Not much work at all.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] dbh369:
love that auto sleep! I'm looking for a case for one for my 8 year old son. Yeah, I'm thinking kevlar reinforced steel... Anyway, Ottercase makes good ones from nook color, et. al. but nothing for the HD yet. Does anyone know if HD will fit in Color case?
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] krighton:
i never swap out my SD card so love my Nook 360 case.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] BillBong:
Just an update on this one which arrived today. Pretty happy with it. It fits perfectly and allows access to all the buttons, headphone, and power slot but you do have to take it out the case for the SD slot. It adds a bit of bulk overall but does the job.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] bunodosoma:
I've ordered the Poetic from amazon but it won't come until after Christmas. It had no reviews but their case for the Nexus 7 with same design had good reviews.

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Zagg doesn't show a screen protector for the nook hd+ yet. We have these on several of our phones /tablets and like them quite a bit. I have a Caseen Glareshatter screen protector on my nook HD+ for now and I like it just fine. It's a dry mount so make sure you put it on in a dust free area.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] xboxexpert:
I am extremely happy with the rooCASE Slim-Fit (Black) Folio Case Cover for Barnes Noble Nook HD 9 Plus Tablet (Support Auto Sleep / Wake Feature)

I have one for the Nexus 7 and love it for that device too. Below is a link and its cheap price but WELL MADE!

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ADXV1UC
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] RunicMourning:
I ordered the Poetic one from Amazon yesterday. It came today. It's well built. I like it. Only problem, the little pockets that look like SD pockets are a little small for a full size sd card, yet have holes underneath so microsd cards would fall out. I only tried the full size sd card because I thought maybe they expected you to put the microsd in the adapter so it's easier to grab.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] mzjc:
I also ordered the Poetic Slimbook Leather Case for Nook HD+ 9.

Other stuff in the order.

caseen 2x Barnes & Noble NOOK HD+ 9" Tablet GLARESHATTER Anti-Glare & Anti-Fingerprint Screen Protectors

SanDisk Ultra 32 GB MicroSDHC Class 10 UHS-1 Memory Card with Adapter

The case is pretty nice and well built for the price. Auto sleep/wake function works very well, I agree with the above the only complaint is the card holders are small. To small for SD/SD Adapter and to big for microSD.

The caseen protector went on easy and smooth as well.

32GB card will be for extra storage as I used/have a older 2GB SanDisk microSD for root/CWM.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] bunodosoma:
Got my poetic case for the HD+ and caseen glareshatter screen protector from amazon. Screen protector went on w/o a hitch - no bubbles or trapped dust. No finger drag and the screen detail is still fine. The case fits well, allows access to all buttons and slots. Sleep- wake function works well. Only quibble is it uses an elastic strap to hold the cover closed. Got same brand case for my son's Nexus 7 and he's happy with it.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] cattywh:
I am wondering if there is any silicone skin/case for Nook HD+.:confused:
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] madsquabbles:
just got this case today. i like it a lot, but the padding adds a little bulk to it. one neat thing (for some) is that it has the magnet so that it puts the nook to sleep when closed and awakens when open. i'd prefer to turn off that feature since one time i killed my ipad's battery by a case that kept opening and closing once.

it's a pretty nice case for $10!
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] dbh369:
Just ordered one of these. I wanted the rotation, and the quality look appealed.

http://www.medgestore.com/products/nookhdplus-incline.psp?device=nookhdplus

Edit: sent it back. No auto on-off (unacceptable for such an expensive case) and the closure was some sort of thing I had to stick to my nook. Lastly, the way it was held in was by some pretty flimsy straps in the corners. I went for the Poetic Slim Leather. It doesn't have rotation, and only one tilt position, but that seems the best for now. It holds the nook securely, access to all ports, auto off, magnetic closure plus strap if extra security wanted.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] Trance-M:
At the end of November I ordered the items below and today, at last, I received the case (took over a month from China to Holland):

A1 Black Folio Holder Leather Case Cover For Barnes & Noble Nook HD+ 9" Tablet

3X New Clear Screen Protector Cover Films For B&N Nook HD+ 9 inch Tablet

3X 2in1 Capacitive Touch Screen Stylus with Ball Point Pen For iPad iPhone 5G 4S

The case is fine, even has auto sleep/wake function which I wasn't expecting. The sd card is covered, which I don't mind. At the side there is room a pen/stylus. At the back they made some holes for the speaker. The two sd card holders can hold sd cards or micro sd card adapters.

I can't compare the screen protector and pen to anything else, but I use the pen to hit links and buttons which are small e.g. using Opera browser and this works pretty well and accurate.

I couldn't really notice a lot of difference between with or without the screen protector (I didn't change brightness).

For the money I spent, which wasn't a lot, I think it was worth the risk.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] curiousmike:
I'm now using the roocase; for $10.23 it's really a decent case. Access to all ports, moderately attractive and has the corner nubs that should at least feign protection in case of an edge drop. The purported auto-sleep doesn't work (at least with cm10). Also, the 'clasp' that locks the cover shut takes more effort than I'd expect.

Until 'the right' case presents itself (and is value priced), the roocase is fitting the bill.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] GrangerX:
Groovy Stand in Storm for Nook HD+

I got the "Groovy Stand in Storm for Nook HD+" from Fry's. It was the only cover the brick and mortar store had in stock when I got it right before the holidays.

It's an okay case, I guess, though it sure seems like it was designed for some other tablet and just happens to (almost) fit the Nook HD+.

The case uses hard plastic corner hooks to hold the tablet. It doesn't seem to quite fit. It has a hole in one of the corner hooks like it would fit to not block the circular hole in the corner, but ti doesn't line up on the correct corner for that!?! It has a magnet in it for putting the Nook HD+ to sleep when closed. the front flap has a soft divider in it so that it can transform into a stand as well as a cover, but it only really works in landscape mode in my experience.

Overall, it's okay, but I hope there's a better one out there.

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Ahh. Upon reading the various reviews on the main B&N site, apparently that's there for the speaker. Personally, I would have preferred they put one on both corners, I guess.

Oh well. :)
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] eng3:
The roocase website says its:

Dimension: 9.8" x 6.8" x 0.7"

Weight: 9 ounces

Would someone mind measuring and weighing their poetic case?

The roo looks like it might protect corners better, but the poetic seems like it might be lighter and thinner. Hard to tell. Also, I'm always Leary of covers that can bend back as stands wondering if they will not way to lay flat again after too many bends or if it will start to wear out.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] xboxexpert:
I took an exacto knife and removed the threads to the hand holder strap thing since my wife never uses it. It greatly improves the magnetic shut off function and allows the case to close smoother. Also there is enough sticky left over to just neatly press the material back down and it stays barely noticeable that the hand strap was ever there in the first place.

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I have two of these "roo" cases one on my Nexus 7 and one on the HD+ and both perform excellent especially when you wear them in. The issue with the cover clasp and its tight fit is good but starts to wear in allowing a smoother and smoother open process.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] eng3:
I actually just asked poetic and they said

So thats 0.63in and 0.78in thick
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] ProofOC:
My Poetic case for the HD arrived today, and I noticed the same oddity about the SD pockets. I don't carry SD cards around with me, so no big deal, but if others want to see what we're talking about, go to yourpoetic[DOT]com and zoom in on the slimbook for the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 to see (sorry I would post a link/img but I can't yet).

Autosleep/wake works fine for me with stock Nook firmware. Autowake seems to work on CM 10.1 when I open the cover, but it doesn't autosleep when I close. Anyone having different experiences? Do I need a special app?
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] Tarthenal:
On the HD+, I have the same behaviour with CM 10. Auto-wake functions fine, but autosleep doesn't. I just use the power button to sleep.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] Nookuser19:
Can't wait!

Ordering my poetic slimbook today, can't wait to have something to protect my precious tablet!
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] Tschumi:
It's really nice. I still can't get used to the auto-sleep function and most times turn my nook of before closing the cover.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] Tarthenal:
Has anyone used the keyboard covers with the HD+ on CM10? Do they work decently?

http://www.amazon.com/Poetic-Blueto...=1360323419&sr=8-1&keywords=nook+hd++keyboard

http://www.amazon.com/Bluetooth-Key...=1360323419&sr=8-2&keywords=nook+hd++keyboard
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] gunnyman:
According to Poetic I'm getting the first slimline portfolio case they have ever shipped. There was a problem with my order that was placed a couple of days ago. They didn't have the color I wanted so they offered to send me a different color a full 3 weeks earlier than I was expecting. I'll post a review as soon as I get it.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] Tarthenal:
Awesome, are you ordering from Amazon?
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] gunnyman:
Yes. It should be here the 14th.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] eng3:
Any recommendations for screen protectors? I usually get SGP Steinheil for my phones because they are very clear and smooth but they don't make one for the nook hd+
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] Tarthenal:
I've tried both the caseen glareshatter and the greatshield ultra antiglare ones. They're quite cheap and pretty decent, as well as easy to apply (depending on how competent/dextrous you are :) ). I've been thinking of going with the armorsuit military shield ones, they've got very good reviews, but right now see no reason to switch.

Basically, I would recommend the caseen (the one above is a matte one, they have a clear one as well), if you want just a screen protector. The armorsuit and greatshield cover the little black bar at the bottom as well (with a small cutout for the nook home button), so are better if you want to cover the entire front side.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] eng3:
I'm looking for clear not anti-glare.

I read a review that the arbor suit one and it said that it was not very smooth, which is very important since I need to be able to swype.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] Tarthenal:
Hmmm, the armorsuits have all gotten good reviews, haven't seen the lack of smoothness one. I haven't really used any clear ones though, sorry.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] dbh369:
Just an update, I got a roo case since the poetic did not allow me to stand it up in portrait. Pluses, can stand in landscape or portrait (not rotation, uses Velcro backer), pen holder on side instead of back. Cons, no internal storage day for a business card, no strap for holding while reading, no band to hold close (which could lead to accidental turn ons when cover moves). Luckily they are cheap.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] datas0ft:
Hmm. Armorsuit price is over dozed. Try XtremeGuard. Just arrived one for my SGS2. I can say only positive words. Before i ordered Skinomi Techskin for my Galaxy Tab 10.1 and again, price is much over dozed.

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As i mentioned on previous post about XtremeGuard (link to item was too), they have screen protector included too. I dont use more other screen protectors than PDAir Anti-Glare. This XtremeGuard SGS2 screen protector which one was included goes to a drawer. I can send it to you for testing your needs (did i mentioned free sending).
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] datas0ft:
Yeah, you talk about screen protector only. I talked about Full Body Skin + Screen Protector. Here is difference which one I pointed.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] Tarthenal:
Ahhh. That's right, wonder how I missed that? :). Thanks for pointing that out. Are you using a keyboard with CM10 by the way?
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] datas0ft:
Actually no. My 12 items are for my customers (except one test/development device).
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] jamus28:
No one has mentioned those sweet looking JAVOedge cases. I'm ordering the tweed and I'll report back.

http://amzn.com/B00AKN692U

It has the hardcase like the poetic slimbook, but it opens inside with multiple viewing angles.

I tried the slimbook but the stand function barely works.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] Taosaur:
Probably because they didn't exist until recently. I had a JavoEdge flip case for my old Nook Color and my sister is still using it almost three years later. They offer some different styles than other companies, but I don't see anything too appealing for the HD+, and their "axis" cases are almost as expensive as B&N's. Personally, I need a stand more often in portrait than landscape. There are a dozen things I'll do on a tablet before I'll watch a video.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] tgreenstein:
Exact PU Leather Folio Case

I needed something inexpensive to protect my HD+ while I was looking for something more permanent and found this Exact Folio Case on Amazon for $8.95 shipped.

All in all, a pretty good deal for the money. The power and volume switches and the headphone jack, the speaker and the 30-pin connector are all exposed. The microSD slot is not exposed, so that may be a problem for some (I stuck a 32Gb card in, though, and haven't looked back).

The material is PU "Leather", doesn't look too bad (I got the dark brown). The case folds to support the HD+ in landscape mode (like in the pictures) but also down lower so that the back of the unit is about 2" off the tabletop -- good for typing.

The auto-wake magnets seem to work. So far my only complaint (shared by others on Amazon) is that the magnets aren't terribly strong and the lid can come away without too much urging.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] mitsurugidgb:
Was looking at this case also. I'm assuming that the magnets are the only thing holding the lid together. Is there any space to place a velcro strip or something of that sort in place of the magnets?
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] tgreenstein:
There is about 10-12mm of flat area on the case (to the right-hand side of the screen) that one might attach some velcro to. That's probably not a bad idea, although I don't know how it will will look when the flap is open -- maybe if you had velcro that matched the case, color-wise? There's also the issue that the lid of the case wouldn't lie flat once the velcro strips were in place. I think that if this really becomes an issue I might just put an elastic band around the case.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] Wagster:
Hi, has anyone seen a neoprene sleeve style case for the Nook HD+ - one made for the Nook HD+ size and shape preferably rather than a generic... failing that any 9" neoprene sleeves preferably without a zip...

Big ask I know but I can't find any!
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] liasom:
When I was shopping I looked at a lot of options. There's a neoprene sleeve by Esme on Amazon for the Nexus 10 that has the correct h/w ratio and a velcro closure. I think most pouches/sleeves for the Nexus 10 would work. Also found some when I was looking that were for the Asus Transformer line but IIRC the ones for the Nexus 10 looked like they'd have a better fit.

Esme Form-Fit Neoprene Sleeve Case (Black) for Google Nexus 10

BTW I had the Esme Porter Polyester Sleeve for Nexus 10 and it fit well with a bit of play. Not a true form fit but close enough. I use the Poetic GraphGrip Silicone Case on the HD+ and it was darn near a perfect fit then. Ended up returning that case though because it had a shiny polyester girly look. Reminded me of something to keep cosmetics in. Finally settled on and purchased the "manly" :laugh: Dakine Tablet Sleeve (black stripes) but it is really for a tablet of the iPad h/w ratio. Why is everything for the iPad? iPad - iPad - iPad!
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] Wagster:
I've found quite a few sleeve type cases for the Nook on Etsy so worth checking out if you're looking for those - http://www.etsy.com/search?q=nook hd 9&order=most_relevant&view_type=gallery&ship_to=ZZ

Most I've seen let you specify which size you want (ipad, Kindle Fire, Nook HD, Nexus etc) so should be a nice fit.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] m0000:
anyone have any experience with silicone sleeves? i notice everyone is discussing and probably prefer cases but for those of us who have young children and are prone to droping things would want that added protection.

looking for some suggestions on a good solid drop protection sleeve that someone has real life experience with.

for the HD+

TIA
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] gregs1213:
I ordered the Exact Rotating Case for my Nook HD+

http://www.amazon.com/Exact-degree-...86833&sr=8-3&keywords=nook+hd+case+exact+plus

It seems very good for the price, and seems to be decent quality. The swivel works by a snap button (like on a pair of jeans) so you can rotate it 360 degress. The button doesn't click on very tight and can come off easily if you are moving it, but it's not horrible. There is a nice spot some SD cards and a holder for a stylus. There are three angles you can keep the screen at (in portrait or landscape).. I'd give it 4 stars.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] tyepye:
Got myself the following standard case when I ordered my HD+

http://www.johnlewis.com/nook-groovy-stand-cover-for-nook-hd-9-storm/p231808688

Has sleep on close and also turns into a stand if needed (good for when using remote gaming app Kainy) and is positioned at a very good angle.

Protects the screen nicely when not in use and is also quite slim so doesn't add much bulk to the device.

Might be basic for some but for me it does the job very well.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] jpisini:
I tried this one it was too slick I almost dropped the nook twice. I ended up returning it. I liked the features if it had a bit of texture I would have kept it.
[Nook HD, HD+ Accessories] tyepye:
How odd. I find the opposite for my hands. Grips nicely to it.