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I am still searching for the perfect case, but I have found one that is better than the original (well, that wouldn't be hard!).
This is 'Inno Pocket' model OX-0313, and I got mine brand new off Ebay 'Buy Now' for £20 plus £3.50 postage.
It is made of "Light weight aircraft grade scratch resistant anodized aluminium" and weighs 75g. It has lots of cut-outs and you can use charger (although not cradle), headphones and camera without taking it out of the case. You can answer the phone, and end a call with it in its case, too (which is what I like), although without being able to access the screen, you still have to open it to dial.
On the downside it isn't very well made - when it's open the cover sort of wobbles on its hinges, although it's OK when closed. It's also not easy to open (definitely can't do it with one hand) and would have been greatly improved with a nice, swish press 'n' spring catch (I'm sure there's a technical term for this...). Also the texture of the case is such that it is incredibly slippery; I'm sure i'm far more likely to drop it, or that it will slide off a surface. Plus it's a bit awkward getting the stylus out. You have to remember to get it out before you open it, otherwise you have to close it again...
But I haven't reverted back to the old case yet...
Has anyone got anything better yet?

I find its best to not put the XDA II into a case, it rattles around in my jacket pocket along with my keys and wallet and stuff and doesnt seem any worse for wear after 4 months like that, i put a scrren protector on as soon as i got the unit and it is a bit scratched but the screen underneath is mint

slippery
It is incredibly slippery. I have already dropped it down two flights of stairs - and no damage!
I use my old Toshiba E570 case.
Also the stylus slips out too easily - so I use my thumbnail sharpened appropriately.
Bill

Re: slippery
BillyO said:
It is incredibly slippery. I have already dropped it down two flights of stairs - and no damage!
I use my old Toshiba E570 case.
Also the stylus slips out too easily - so I use my thumbnail sharpened appropriately.
Bill
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I am using the Proporta Aluminium case for my XDA II. The case itself is slippery so I got some Egrips from Egrips.com to stick on the case. It works for me. A wee bit of bluetack stuck down the stylus slot will keep it there even if you a cartwheel.
Cheers.

When I had the XDA1 I hated the case. I had to use it in the beginning because I was so afraid of it being scratched or damaged. In the end though I stopped using it (even after putting some protective pads on the magnet connectors when I discovered they were scratching the phone) as it looked a bit naff.
The XDA2 one is much better! It's lined with felt and there are no places where it can seemingly scratch the phone. Yeah it's a bit obstructive and you look an idiot if you try using the phone with half the case dangling from your ear (I've found the best way is to take it out when you have to use the phone), but otherwise I'm very impressed with how much better in all aspects the 2 is over the 1. It feels more like an expensive phone (which it very much is) and the case feels more protective than the old one.
I've got a screen protector for it too and though it dulls the screen a bit (annoying in the sunlight) they're well worth having. No more fanatical cleaning (and risking getting bits under the screen) due to fingerprints on the screen etc.
Anthony

Otterbox any experiences?

hello,
does one of you already tried if the the Raphael fits into a standard otterbox?
i want to buy an otterbox for geocaching... maybe some of you already tried it.

I thought that the otterbox 1900,2600 & 3600 looked too big and I didn't need access to the phone whilst it was in the case, so I bought both the otterbox 1000 & peli micro 1010 to see which was the best fit for the touch pro. The otterbox 1000 is best (even though it shouldn't fit according to the spec on their website). It fits beautifully for length but it is a little too wide (~6mm) and thick (~8mm). It is the smallest tough waterproof case that I could find for the phone. I lined it with "stickymat" across the bottom and up the sides - not the ends, and then stuck a small strip on the bottom at each end so that the bevelled edges sat between them. It now sits snugly, no rattles at all and you can see most of the screen through the clear case (apart from where it is obscured by the otter logo). I keep this in my coat pocket whilst at work and use a bluetooth headset so it just stays there, nice & safe.
The Peli case is about twice as big as it needs to be but if you wanted space for headphones, spare batteries etc it would be perfect.

not a Otherbox, but with palmcase mini(p)
I bought it used over Ebay
The phone is a bit thicker then the box....but the flexible cover compensates it. As i have also modules attached, i can easily put a bluetooth-gps also in the case:
http://www.andres-industries.de/zubehor_armor_1.html
Take a look at the compatibility-list:
http://www.andres-industries.de/pda__kompatibilitat.html
Hope this helps
Keoma

Capdase + Seidio = $$ = Ultimate Case??

Like the look & feel of a "simple" black leather case, but do NOT like the idea of covering the keyboard with a sheath of plastic (poor feel & seems bound to age poorly) - and so ended up with a Capdase BiFold Leather Case for my Fuze.
Posted pictures & problems with this case earlier, including some Surgery we performed to alleviate Case/Screen interaction. But while the surgery did Help, it did NOT eliminate the problem.
ALSO got concerned about reports of the top LAMINATE lifting off from the lower (button) area of TouchPros. As my screen protector has fallen prey to a similar lifting, having the laminate come up seems at least Possible.
Decided that what was needed was a cover for the TOP of the Fuze - one that would add as little bulk as possible, while both protecting the edges of the unit and providing a bit of separation between the screen and the top flap of the Capdase case (which would sometimes (RE)DIAL the phone at the end of a call! Nice trick if you could control it... )
Ended up buying a Seidio Innocase, which others have reviewed: it does indeed "fit like a glove" - wonderful precision, a nice feel, & leaves plenty of room around the actual Touch portion of the screen. (Carried the Fuze for several days in just the Seidio, but did not like the Exposed Screen.)
The combo of the Capdase BiFold Leather + the TOP HALF of the Innnocase seems to work perfectly: the edges are protected, the screen is protected, the Capdase fits nice & tight against the Seidio (which also provides a bit more protection for the top corners of the Fuze), and there has been no more Accidental Dialing (or Disconnects!).
Combination is obviously Not Cheap (think total came to around $55, incl Shipping Costs), but it IS flexible: can always remove Fuze from the Capdase & snap the Innocase back cover on if a SLIM profile is required.
The Combination fits nicely into an inner jacket / coat pocket (where a tri-fold wallet might fit), and also does well in the top pocket of an Over Shirt (Safari, jean, or wool - as long as pocket has a Closure of some kind!)
A few pictures are attached (hopefully...)

Can never pay too much for protection on our phones. Looking good!

might as well put the phone back in the box it came with and seal it tight so it'll never be scratched. jk

might as well put the phone back in the box it came with and seal it tight so it'll never be scratched
Indeed, the "naked" approach has some arguments in its favor - particularly if ALL you are carrying is just "a phone."
A Phone is relatively inexpensive & readily replaceable: My Razr never saw the inside of a case - but it certainly looked Well Used by the time it was replaced with the Fuze. (At only 16 months or so of usage.)
My Axim (PDA) has never been WITHOUT a case: it has served for over three times as long as the Razr did (and is now approaching 5 years in service), and only in past 6-months or so has it exhibited any outward signs of wear ("chrome" plating on D-pad & "DELL" logo are wearing off). OTOH, have been through numerous screen protectors, and the Daily Carry case (a RhinoSkin) looks like it has been through a war zone: in essence, the screen protectors and the case have 'sacrificed' themselves for the safety of the Axim - and the invaluable data stored within.
My Fuze is PDA FIRST, and Phone second. Like the Axim, I hope to keep the Fuze running for at least 4 years (hopefully longer!), and do not look upon it as Readily Disposable - like A Phone would be. Therefore a good case seems a very worthwhile investment, albeit one that is made more difficult by a) the dual purpose nature of the Fuze (it may be Phone Second, but it DOES still function as a phone), and b) the Sliding Keyboard.
For those who view the Fuze as simply a Fancy Phone - AND have the wherewithal to replace it every couple of years - a case is undoubtedly either a Nuisance or merely a Fashion Statement.
But for others, choosing a good case seems to be a reasonably important decision - otherwise there would not be nearly as many posts on the subject as there are...

well to each their own I guess, I generally change phones every 12 months or so. I guess I cant justify using a case to cover the phone

Kursell Case
This case is ok I own but I like my Kursell orbit Flex Case a lot better the flip leather lid Comes off thats so great plus I love the tight plastic over the keyboard the best case I ever seen
http://www.sfplanet.com/product/753...ex_with_Ratchet_Swivel_Clip_Black__Beige.html

This case is ok ... but I like my Kursell orbit Flex Case a lot better the flip leather lid Comes off thats so great plus I love the tight plastic over the keyboard....
There are several nice looking cases available - the Kursell is one & Pdair makes a couple, although recall looking at others as well - that utilize the Plastic Sheath Over The Keyboard approach. Looked long & hard at several of these, as (like the Kursell) some have a very elegant look!
Unfortunately could not get past the plastic sheath. This strays into "personal preference" territory, but
1) Dislike the "feel" of the plastic on top of the keyboard;
2) A plastic sheath seems to force the two layers of the Fuze apart. That should vary with the type of plastic used: if I hold the Fuze up to a bright background it APPEARS that the gap between the halves should be adequate for a precisely THIN sheet... Overall fit of the Lower part of the case might have an impact here as well, but that's hard to gauge without buying Every Case on the market...
3) Was concerned that the plastic would not WEAR well, given sufficient usage. Yellowing, becoming ratty at the edges, & stretching all seem likely.
Case selection is like PIM choice: Personal Preferences play a major role in product selection, and there are multiple Solutions that are equally viable according to the preference of the end user.
Slip case, or Attached case?
Belt Clip, or Not? (Detachable, or Not? Rotating or Fixed?...)
Leather, Metal, Silicone, Hard Rubber, Or ??
Removable Top Cover (Kursell) or Permanently Attached?
Holders for data cards, styli, Other Things?
Have LOVED the RhinoSkin that has served as the Daily Carry Case for my Axim. But it is an Industrial looking piece of hardware - rather clunky & now somewhat beat up in appearance. So also have a nice (Belkin) Leather case that I use for "need a suit jacket" events.
Frankly - along similar lines - can imagine times where I might forego the extra protection of the Capdase and simply carry the Fuze in the Innocase, as it certainly presents less bulk when in the Seidio...
Options are Nice, but trying TOO many gets expensive!

Looking to also purchase the seidio innocase, but before I do can ppl confirm if it gives problems on pushing on the screen. Have had such cases that seem okay for a few weeks, but then the screen becomes unresponsive due to the case pushing on the touch portion of the screen.
Thanks

need good carry case

I have the kaiser with extended battery and the innanocase to cover it but I want a nice leather case to fit on my hip.. The cheap ones do not last long and I cannot find a good one to fit the extended. any ideas?
Thanks

Best case I ever bought - Naztech Gladiator
I don't know about all of you, but my cases take a beating! The longest any leather case lasted was 6 months. Then I found the Naztech Gladiator Case for my then phone, Palm 650 Treo.
When I upgraded to the Kaiser, I was pleasantly surprised to see that it fit. It comes with two belt clips, one metal (the one I usually use), the other is a snapped loop that fits on backpacks, etc. It used a d-clip (like the police use on their radios), so it won't slip out of the clip.
It has an adjustable depth, so it will likely fit the extended battery. It is a bit bulky and a bit industrial looking, but the durability offsets that IMHO. The closure is magnetic and has great tactile feedback so you know it is closed.
It sells for US $30-40, so it is a great value. It doesn't seem easy to find(took me two hours of looking!), http://naztech.com/products.php?id_prod=14.

Thanks for the cases. They are nice. I do not think I will go with the gladiator though because I prefer mine to lay horizontally on my side. I think i am going to go with the regent.

[Q] What do you look for in a case?

I'm going to be making a couple different cases for the Iconia now that I have one and wondered what everyone here would like to see in a leather case. I would really appreciate any and all feedback!
1. hard case vs soft case: which is better, or would you use both for different purposes?
2. round or square corners: square corners on a case may get worn, but would maybe protect the tab itself better?
3. colors: black, brown, white...red? What'r the favorites?
4. Sleeve or "book" style?
5. If a "book" type design...Screen: protected, or open?
Once I figure out a couple good designs I'll put one of each together and post them. If there's any interest I could make them and ship anywhere Thanks again!

that is difficult to answer tehehe
I like to see my iconia as a laptop replacement and something i could carry around everywhere in my hand. 2) some case that will not add thickness 3)quality
as much as i dont favor the acer iconia (ipad clone) oem case, it is a perfect case for protection and a desktop stand.
but it's too thick

For my use, I want something as light and as slim as possible -- adding minimal bulk or weight to the tablet.
To me, the iPad2 smart covers plus the x gear rear cover are a near perfect combination for my needs.
The rear part is something like this, but from a different company:
http://www.amazon.com/Acase-Compani...f=sr_1_70?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1311608057&sr=1-70
For my original iPad, I had a one piece cover that was very similar -- a thin, form fitting shell around the back (clipped on corners, which also protected them) with a thin, hard, segmented front cover. Not as durable or solid as my current iPad2 setup, but very serviceable overall.
Something like this (this might have actually been it, in black, but it's been months since I sold my original iPad with its cover):
http://www.amazon.com/Macally-BOOKS...sr_1_146?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1311608211&sr=1-146
Since I carry my tablet(s) in a small shoulder bag, I want something that will protect the screen from scratches, or even the odd bump, but that introduces minimal "drag" on pulling it out.
I favor the "prop" characteristic (low angle) more than the "stand" (high angle), as it helps with positioning for typing.
Color, almost always black with minimal ornamentation/design.

I have the Bluerex case. I also have the portfolio Roocase. They are both leather. I like that. I like how they add protection. Yes I like thin, but protection more. The Roocase covers the tablet more so therefore protects it, but its a little too thick. The Bluerex is a perfect thickness. And it has rounded corners that hug every corner of the tablet. When you look at the case from an angle, it matches the contour perfectly. Only things I would like to see is a better means of strapping the tablet closed, and a little more protection on the corners (look at pics in my other post). If those changes are made then in my opinion, you would have a perfect case.