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Hello-
This may be a weird question-
I was wondering if any other tablets share the same dimensions as the A500 or are close enough so that the A500 can fit in it's protective case. A universal case might be OK if it's fitted, though I'm not looking for a slip/portfolio case. Also, I don't mind doing a little modding for things like speaker, camera, mic openings, but don't want to destroy the case if a lot of the fit is off.
I'd appreciate any suggestions. Thanks!
I ordered a kindle dx portfolio case, also claims to fit the viewsonic gtab. I'll update when i get it.
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Just wondering if anybody else has gone for one of these. I grabbed one off of amazon well pre ordered one which has now shipped but because I am over in NZ may take a little while to get over here. Its this one here.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00547IV6E
Was looking at that one. Of all the cases I've seen in that price range,I like that one the most.
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I pre-ordered mine and got it Friday. It's a really nice, well made case. I don't know that I will ever use the tablet in portrait mode while its attached to it like they show, but the fact that the tablet is removable from the case make its nice. Seems like the zipper is a little tight when trying to close it, but there's a lot of room for error as to where you can place the tablet inside the main case. The tilt stand is top notch, I feel very comfortable leaving the case open on a table with the screen exposed, and the curve cut into the stand itself makes it easy to rest the case on your leg and use the tablet.
It is a very well made case. Very solid and high quality.
This looks promising. Just ordered a tpu case and would like this as another option.
Thinking of ordering the magenta color one made like the Acer case when its available.I have too cases for my notebook and are great
Hey, found the same case cheaper at ebay. I think the seller has the magenta color too: http://cgi.ebay.ph/Black-Leather-Ca...?pt=US_Tablet_Accessories&hash=item2eb66f6e50
i went with the rooCASE slimline: rooCASE Slim-Fit (Black) Folio Case Cover with Multi Adjustable Viewing Angles for Acer Iconia Tab A500 10.1-Inch Android Tablet Wi-Fi
cdclayto said:
i went with the rooCASE slimline: rooCASE Slim-Fit (Black) Folio Case Cover with Multi Adjustable Viewing Angles for Acer Iconia Tab A500 10.1-Inch Android Tablet Wi-Fi
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I also just ordered the slimline case
cdclayto said:
i went with the rooCASE slimline: rooCASE Slim-Fit (Black) Folio Case Cover with Multi Adjustable Viewing Angles for Acer Iconia Tab A500 10.1-Inch Android Tablet Wi-Fi
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Hi! Where did you order yours? Amazon has it listed but it's not yet available until the 18th.
http://www.amazon.com/rooCASE-Slim-...0-1-Inch/dp/B0056CW7PS/ref=pd_sxp_grid_pt_0_1
Found this one, im ordering it. Looks like it comes with a pen. Might just be what ive been looking for.
i pre-ordered it from Amazon. if you want it I would order now while it is half price.
Hi I bought the executive case I like the good quality and the part you can take out is good as the complete case is quite heavy. Which is a bummer but there are no real alternatives when you want to have it combined in a portfolio
Acer Iconia A500 Leather Folio Case Cover for Acer Iconia Tablet 10.1-Inch (Black) An
This one is on Sale on amazon for $14.95
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005BYL7WK
I got this case about a week ago and so far it has been great. My only grip is the velcro on the back of the case (rough side is in the back ). It's not very comfortable to hold. Would have been nice if it was reversed.
also try this one if you like..i got for 10 euro
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=14683612#post14683612
kdog78 said:
I got this case about a week ago and so far it has been great. My only grip is the velcro on the back of the case (rough side is in the back ). It's not very comfortable to hold. Would have been nice if it was reversed.
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in canada and amazon wont ship here, but i found one here that will http://www.overstock.com/Electronic...0-Executive-Leather-Case/6070886/product.html but before i pull the trigger ive got a couple questions, does the tablet have a closure once its into the internal / removable compartment? IE button, velcro or magnet? or will it just fall out if held upside down wrong? And does the internal compartment have any room in it for the tablet to move inside, even just a little? the reason i ask, is i would like to use a TPU plastic shell around the tablet as an additional layer of protection. And i hope there is enough room for it all to fit, it adds roughly 1 to 2mm of thickness for a total of 3 to 4mm of length if both edges are taken into account. You guys think it would fit?
Edit - Heres what i need to fit inside http://cgi.ebay.com/Clear-Smoke-TPU...ccessories&hash=item3cb9bbee06#ht_4446wt_1396
android01 said:
in canada and amazon wont ship here, but i found one here that will http://www.overstock.com/Electronic...0-Executive-Leather-Case/6070886/product.html but before i pull the trigger ive got a couple questions, does the tablet have a closure once its into the internal / removable compartment? IE button, velcro or magnet? or will it just fall out if held upside down wrong? And does the internal compartment have any room in it for the tablet to move inside, even just a little?
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The back of the internal case has two 3" diameter circles to attach it to the external case. (See first attachement)
the reason i ask, is i would like to use a TPU plastic shell around the tablet as an additional layer of protection. And i hope there is enough room for it all to fit, it adds roughly 1 to 2mm of thickness for a total of 3 to 4mm of length if both edges are taken into account. You guys think it would fit?
Edit - Heres what i need to fit inside http://cgi.ebay.com/Clear-Smoke-TPU...ccessories&hash=item3cb9bbee06#ht_4446wt_1396
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It's really hard to say. I don't think the TPU case would fit. The inside case does not have much wiggle room. (Check the other two images)
kdog78 said:
The back of the internal case has two 3" diameter circles to attach it to the external case. (See first attachement)
It's really hard to say. I don't think the TPU case would fit. The inside case does not have much wiggle room. (Check the other two images)
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Instant gratification won out and I ended up pulling the trigger. I will report back on how the tpu fits inside this once the roocase arrives.
And any modifications required to make it happen, if any. At the risk of sounding like an idiot, if it don't fit I'm gonna make it fit.
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While I ended up going for a different style of leather case, it looks like RooCase is making the better ones for the a500.
Very good materials and design, as I've stated elsewhere.
I don't think you can go wrong with any of their cases.
What are my options if I want a simple leather (or "leathery") sleeve? I don't need the screen cut-out as I intend to take the device out of the case during use. Magnetic closing mechanism would be a plus.
Something like this: http://www.dealextreme.com/p/protective-leather-case-with-magnetic-strap-for-9-7-ipad-black-35535
I only find one designed for the A500 by PDair:
http://www.pdair.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=32771
and the price is... prohibitive.
Lots of cheap sleeves on eBay but they're 1) for generic tablets, i.e. possibly loose fit for the Iconia, and 2) not leather material.
I ended up making one for myself as I has similar needs. A simple, clean and well fitting sleeve.
Last night I went to Fry's Electronics to pick up a case or sleeve for my Transformer and there was absolutely nothing on the shelf for it. Next choice was to protect the screen from scratches with either a screen protector or even taking the plunge with the keyboard dock.There were plenty of accessories for the Iconia Tab, Galaxy Tab, Xoom, etc, but I am starting to become irritated with Asus' inability to provide adequate supplies. Anyone else return their other brand in favor for the Transformer and are now feeling burned?
I feel your pain. I was looking online for a case and a screen protector and could only find one style of case for the Transformer, which is also made by Asus. I was actually able to get the case through Newegg for 20.00 as it was an open box, which made me happy. I paid 9.95 with shipping for the screen protector which came with three of them through Amazon. As the Transformer is a new product I'm sure we will see more accessories come available. I love the transformer and quite honestly have no desire to give it up due to the current lack of accessories.
Think yourself lucky, in my country all high street retailers are committing commercial suicide by only stocking ipod/iphone/ipad accessories.
One day when it's far too late, will they wake up that everyone is simply shopping online to buy what they can't/won't provide...
I feel for you. I looked around and everything I saw was for iOS devices. Hardly anything for our tablet.
Your probably only choice is to buy online.
I wish there was a gel case for it but there isn't. That's probably my biggest gripe with the device and a lot of people here have dropped it and permanently recessed the power or volume buttons as a result. This could be avoided if we had a decent gel case.
For the screen protector I just buy a pack of $3.00 XOOM protectors. They don't fit flush with the screen but good enough.
Amazon is your friend!!! I would suggest eBay, but I've gotten burned to many times!!!
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Not to be a shill and I realize this is online only, but rooCASE Multi-Angle (Black) Leather Folio Case Cover for Asus Eee Pad Transformer 10.1-Inch TF101 Android Tablet Wi-Fi, is actually a fantastic case for the price. Check it out at Amazon, I'd post a link, but I have yet to meet my 8 post threshold.
Guys, wise up a little and go on a little hunt. If anyne lives in a city that's worthwhile go hit up microcenter, best buy, frys, heck even staples. Take your transformer in with you and slip it into cases until you find somthing that fits nicely. Just look for generic 10.1" netbook or tablet cases/sleeves.
I spent about 15 minutes going through the cases at my local microcenter and found a belkin case for $15 that fits the tablet and dock ****ing perfectly.
Now as far as screen protectors, cables, and anything else. the market sucks...
I'm just curious as to how everyone travels/totes around their A500? I'm currently using the official Acer case without a screen protector (I believe the A500 has gorilla glass?). I see quite a few people with iPad2's that don't use any sort of case and I was just wondering how everyone travels with the A500 seeing that it is much heavier and larger than an iPad already without a case.
I just slap it in my bag and whip it out whenever I'm bored.
No, I don't use any screen protectors or cases or such.
I use a screen protector and a leather case which I brought from e-bay.
Also use a back pack to carry my ACER A500 and a portable 3g MiFi router.
At home I don't use a case but when traveling I put it in a TPD case like this one:
http://www.amazon.com/Skque-Clear-C...EY/ref=sr_1_58?ie=UTF8&qid=1329414069&sr=8-58
When it goes into luggage I have this holder:
http://www.amazon.com/Gizmo-Dorks-S...1K/ref=sr_1_49?ie=UTF8&qid=1329414069&sr=8-49
Mines always in its Crown folio case that I got from Amazon; Sometimes I'll take it out and about with me in just that but most of the time I also put it in a Targus netbook case that also has a Bluetooth mouse and a HP TouchPad Bluetooth keyboard in it (everything fits in easily and Snugly).
The netbook case makes it really easy to to carry my Iconia around, I just put the strap over my shoulder and around my neck and use it like a little backpack, once its on I hardly even notice the weight.
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Silverblade.nz said:
Mines always in its Crown folio case that I got from Amazon; Sometimes I'll take it out and about with me in just that but most of the time I also put it in a Targus netbook case that also has a Bluetooth mouse and a HP TouchPad Bluetooth keyboard in it (everything fits in easily and Snugly).
The netbook case makes it really easy to to carry my Iconia around, I just put the strap over my shoulder and around my neck and use it like a little backpack, once its on I hardly even notice the weight.
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Same here, has always had a screen protector and i keep in the Acer case or my roocase. And when i travel i have the targus 10" case and love it. Lots of room.!
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I snagged a Belkin case at Target on some super close-out deal. All cameras, mics, ports, buttons, etc are accessible, and it has multiple options for propping up to a good viewable angle. Sure, it adds to the thickness of the tablet, but when you're out and about, it's awesome to have an extra modicum of protection. I'm always VERY careful of electronic devices, but accidents happen. 2 weeks after my purchase, I dropped my A500 onto a parking lot. No damage, no issues, etc. So, it paid for itself and any inconvenience right there.
Hope this isn't off limits to us a501 users.
I use a custom made leather case/wrap for mine. I worried about it at -30c, as I often have to wait for the transport, but it's pretty sturdy. Always starts up with no issues.
Every week or so, I wipe the display with the supplied cloth.
here ya go. best option in my opinion... and i use a netbook shoulder bag to carry
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1490958
uuuum... by train mostly!
At home I like to show off the tablets beauty so I use a silver metal tripod stand, but for travel I use a fully covered leather case, and I always have my screen protector on since the day I got it, to keep it scratch free for a long time to come. I spoil this baby.
I don't have a proper case or screen protector, but my A500 is still in pristine condition. I travel all the time with my tab in a neoprene sleeve (similar to this one) shoved into my well padded laptop backpack. My bluetooth keyboard has its own case which doubles as a stand, and my bluetooth mouse also has its own neoprene case. Simple and effective
I have to say again, the cases that double as a multi-position stand REALLY make a tablet experience a pleasure. On a desk at work, or even lying on a couch, set the thing at a good viewing angle and you're good to go.
I have a TPU case that I leave on mine at all times. No screen protector of any sort, I tried a couple and they seemed to degrade the viewing quality. When I'm out and about I carry it all in a Timbuk2 netbook messenger. I think it was actually for an IPad 2, but I cut out the sleeve and altered it to fit my Acer and then sewed it back in the bag. Pretty much water-proof and I can throw it over my shoulder and take it with me when I'm on my bike.
I have the official Acer case with a few added pieces of velcro.
As far as the screen being gorilla glass, I have a scratch on mine, about 3/4 inch long on the bottom left, so they're not impervious to scratches.
netham45 said:
I have the official Acer case with a few added pieces of velcro.
As far as the screen being gorilla glass, I have a scratch on mine, about 3/4 inch long on the bottom left, so they're not impervious to scratches.
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The scratch sucks .. There are buffing compounds that might help get that out if its not to deep..
Lucky for my i have a skinomi screen protector on my tablet.. been on it since a week or two after i bought the thing. week before last dumb ass me scratched the protector about 3 inches long right near the center of the screen. I was so worried it had scratched the screen but could tell it did not go thru. So i went to manufacture website printed filled out and faxed a one page simple form to the manufacturer. Got email back from then the following morning with a tracking number. It came with a shipping label to ship the damaged protector back.. So im all happy again..
Back on topic . i have a very thin pinkish red case that i keep my Iconia in. it give not much protection but still lets me put the tablet in not so super large Purse. I Use it quite alot waiting in doctor offices and so on. I have had about 175 doctor visits in the last year. including the physical therapy.Pre and surgery visits (THOSE SUCK). so my tablet has been a awesome device to keep my sanity while waiting .Thou they do not allow it in MRI Machine.. grrrrrr how lame is that. its boring in that tunnel. I love my tablet to say the least.
My A500 has the standard Acer synthetic case but no screen protector. When I go out and about, it's protected by an 11' carry bag.
The only gripe I have is that I sometimes carry the AC adapter with an extension cable in a separate bag.
Acer take note: I hope the next model has a decent length cable for the AC adapter.
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Im a case nut, I have 3 cases, a white leather bold standby, an acer black rubberized one that folds into a stand, a smokey grey tpu case that is on it most of the time always has a screen protector, and I have a black Kroo messenger bag that I use to transport it and all of its stuff. (it has a lot of stuff)
I love my Iconia, and I spoil the crap out of it.
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Mine in crown case for use, than in padded backpack when travel.
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