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Hi everyone!
I've been reading these forums for quite a while, which got me to buy the TyTN II! I absolutely love it!
Now I've search quit a bit and haven't found anything really relevent.
I was searching for some kind of good quality multifunction pen that's good/precise enough for the TyTN II.
Now I know I don't want to spend a 100$ on this, but I've saw several in the 25$ which seems okay but not that much of a good quality (tell me here if I'm wrong).
Like these:
http://www.overlayplus.com/CA/multipen.asp?pid=1458&prod_type=pen
or
http://www.expansys.ca/d.aspx?i=151168
Now these seems fine especially the one on expansys as it has pencil.
I don't really care if it has laser or not, I need to be able to write with it and use it a a stylus
Any suggestion would be more than welcomed!
(Suggestions where they can ship to canada of course eheh)
Thanks a LOT!
Long life to TyTN II
oh man, shop around.
I got a really inexpensive one at Fry's for $5.99.
They also had the $35 variety, but all I was really looking for was a larger stylus since I have huge banana hands.
d00mz said:
oh man, shop around.
I got a really inexpensive one at Fry's for $5.99.
They also had the $35 variety, but all I was really looking for was a larger stylus since I have huge banana hands.
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Well as I said I know places where there are, but just wanted to know if anyone had some in particular to suggest or whatever
too bad it wont fit in the kaiser..lol im not gonna carry an extra pen aroudn in my pocket.
mikeeey said:
too bad it wont fit in the kaiser..lol im not gonna carry an extra pen aroudn in my pocket.
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Well I dont mind for myself as I always carry arround a pen already...
So thus me asking about all this!
Staples has a multifunction pen call "QUATREX 4-in-1 multifunction pen" Item #577915
Has Blue, Black, Red (all med 1.0mm) and 0.7mm pencil. It comes with a stylus tip that you can use to replace any of the colors or pencil (you can only have 4 items installed at once). Includes 12 lead and 8 eraser refills. For ink is uses Staedtler multifunction ink refills.
The great thing is they are only $4.99 each
PsyOpWarlord said:
Staples has a multifunction pen call "QUATREX 4-in-1 multifunction pen" Item #577915
Has Blue, Black, Red (all med 1.0mm) and 0.7mm pencil. It comes with a stylus tip that you can use to replace any of the colors or pencil (you can only have 4 items installed at once). Includes 12 lead and 8 eraser refills. For ink is uses Staedtler multifunction ink refills.
The great thing is they are only $4.99 each
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Hmmm weird can't find anything even with the item number was it on staples.com or .ca ? even why I type quatrex? :|
I'm a fan of fisher space pen.. for the fact that I like to have it with me all the time. When it closed, it is like.. er.. 2/3 of normal pen length.. and the catridge itself.. suppose to be .. space tech. So far (1+ years now) it's still pretty good. Most £5 pen would have spilled on my pocket now. Anyway, they have this spacepen with stylus too
http://www.spacepen.com/Public/Products/BulletPen/Stylus/index.cfm?productID=74
good consideration. The official page is selling it at.. £10 for the basic one.. but I tend to get cheaper options from eBay.
UPDATE: Oops.. just notice.. you seems to want everything. Hmm.. the bulletspace pen may not be your tea. They have multi func pens too. Look around their webpage.
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Hmmm weird can't find anything even with the item number was it on staples.com or .ca ? even why I type quatrex? :|
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I know its odd. I've never seen them on the site either. I've only ever seen them in the physical stores on the shelf with all the other writing pens. And whats funny about it is its a Staples brand name item.
Papermate PhD Multi
Thanks a bunch for all your imput
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Papermate PhD Multi
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I've been using that one for 4 years now. It can be had just about anywhere. But I likes the one mentioned in the OP. I might have to get one of those, or see what Fry's has to offer.
I have the first one you listed in the OP, this one:
http://www.overlayplus.com/CA/multipen.asp?pid=1458&prod_type=pen
Got it as a company gift, and have no complaints. My dog likes it too, he chases the laser pointer around the floor.
Parker just came out with a multipen. I just received mine from Fountain Pen hospital. Its good looking and has a great hand feel. The pen has Black, Red ball pens, .5mm pencil and pda tip.
http://www.fountainpenhospital.com/collections/collection.asp?CK=1057&MFG=23
Pete
A Seidio representative told me they would have a 3in1 stylus available soon...stylus/pen that fits in the phone. I had the same product from them in my 6700/Apache so I look forward to getting the new model as soon as they're released.
Anyone try any Kindle DX case with the Iconia A500 yet? They are almost the same size -- I think the Kindle is less than 1/2" wider though.
Dimension
Kindle DX vs A500
Long side
26.4 cm vs 26 cm
Short side
18.3 cm vs 17.7 cm
Thickness
1 cm vs 1.33 cm
Also looks like the Viewsonic G-Tablet is almost identical in size.
Long side
26.7 cm vs 26 cm
Short side
17.3 cm vs 17.7 cm
Thickness
1.3 cm vs 1.33 cm
I was using this case and it did fit, but it made the tab very heavy. I like the Acer case better.
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Yes I have a dx case, this one
http://cgi.ebay.com/Android-10-View...&otn=5&po=LVI&ps=63&clkid=9203031377927262265
Fits great. Straps cover the buttons and charge port but not big deal
propagandax - i like that style. any photos?
i also like this... keyboard/case combo for the g-tablet.
http://www.amazon.com/Viewsonic-G-T...9N1O/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1305621130&sr=8-6
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propagandax - i like that style. any photos?
i also like this... keyboard/case combo for the g-tablet.
http://www.amazon.com/Viewsonic-G-T...9N1O/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1305621130&sr=8-6
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I have been looking at this but I didn't want to purchase it with out knowing that it will work. Can you post a pic or two of your your Acer mounted in the case?
Thanks.
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I have been looking at this but I didn't want to purchase it with out knowing that it will work. Can you post a pic or two of your your Acer mounted in the case?
Thanks.
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he posted some pics in the Cases thread.
depperly said:
I have been looking at this but I didn't want to purchase it with out knowing that it will work. Can you post a pic or two of your your Acer mounted in the case?
Thanks.
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Here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=13902786&postcount=64
I have the G-Tab case with the keyboard and it works great as long as you use a USB hub. it doesn't matter which one and you can multiple devices with the hub. I tested with two keyboards and they both worked at the same time. Without the hub, the keyboard will not work.
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I have the G-Tab case with the keyboard and it works great as long as you use a USB hub. it doesn't matter which one and you can multiple devices with the hub. I tested with two keyboards and they both worked at the same time. Without the hub, the keyboard will not work.
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Here are some pics:
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propagandax said:
Yes I have a dx case, this one
http://cgi.ebay.com/Android-10-View...&otn=5&po=LVI&ps=63&clkid=9203031377927262265
Fits great. Straps cover the buttons and charge port but not big deal
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Found it on Amazon ($19) if anyone cares, about to pick it up.
http://amzn.to/jpE2a8
jtheking said:
Found it on Amazon ($19) if anyone cares, about to pick it up.
http://amzn.to/jpE2a8
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Ordered that one myself last night.
carlosmontanez said:
I have the G-Tab case with the keyboard and it works great as long as you use a USB hub. it doesn't matter which one and you can multiple devices with the hub. I tested with two keyboards and they both worked at the same time. Without the hub, the keyboard will not work.
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Thank you so much! I have the same case and I was bummed it didn't work.
Tried and it and it works beautifully! And I can use the mouse as well with the hub
Shigster said:
Thank you so much! I have the same case and I was bummed it didn't work.
Tried and it and it works beautifully! And I can use the mouse as well with the hub
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No problem. The mouse actually works too. You just don't get the pointer, yet. I believe Honeycomb 3.1 should take care of that.
carlosmontanez said:
No problem. The mouse actually works too. You just don't get the pointer, yet. I believe Honeycomb 3.1 should take care of that.
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If you use the Mouse.apk that is floating around in development you do get a pointer =P
carlosmontanez said:
I have the G-Tab case with the keyboard and it works great as long as you use a USB hub. it doesn't matter which one and you can multiple devices with the hub. I tested with two keyboards and they both worked at the same time. Without the hub, the keyboard will not work.
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Just ordered this case and a very cool ultra portable USB HUB (link). With a bit of luck I think I can tuck this hub into the case and not have to have a second piece to lug around. I will post picks once I have it all together. With this case, that hub and my touch screen stylus (link), I think I have a laptop replacement. Well maybe not a full replacement, but a travel partner that can do everything I need it to while I am out and about...
depperly said:
Just ordered this case and a very cool ultra portable USB HUB (link). With a bit of luck I think I can tuck this hub into the case and not have to have a second piece to lug around. I will post picks once I have it all together. With this case, that hub and my touch screen stylus (link), I think I have a laptop replacement. Well maybe not a full replacement, but a travel partner that can do everything I need it to while I am out and about...
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My case was bigger than the tab so it would slide out a bit. Also I was worried of the flap holding it back coming in and opening the case and my tab coming out.
So I bought some of those velcro stickers (placed on top of some carbon fiber vinyl to protect the tablet) and voila, the tablet stays in place and can be easily taken off.
Just a tip if you want to secure the tablet a bit more
depperly said:
Just ordered this case and a very cool ultra portable USB HUB (link). With a bit of luck I think I can tuck this hub into the case and not have to have a second piece to lug around. I will post picks once I have it all together. With this case, that hub and my touch screen stylus (link), I think I have a laptop replacement. Well maybe not a full replacement, but a travel partner that can do everything I need it to while I am out and about...
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Here is a pic of the Iconia in the GTablet keyboard case. As with everyone else, I have to use a hub in order to get the keyboard to work.
It is a bit larger in dimension than the Iconia, but I found that the Iconia in the acer case fits like a glove.
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Ordered that one myself last night.
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Got it. Fits well except the power/sleep button was covered by one of the thicker leather corner holds. I had to flip it and now its covered by the thinner elastic corner hold, but is accessible
i just ordered the senyx leather case (for the Kindle DX) from amazon. they updated their description to include "A500 compatibility" hehe.
We'll see how it goes. Probably going to return the Acer OEM case today back to staples. not a big fan of it.
depperly said:
Just ordered this case and a very cool ultra portable USB HUB (link). With a bit of luck I think I can tuck this hub into the case and not have to have a second piece to lug around. I will post picks once I have it all together. With this case, that hub and my touch screen stylus (link), I think I have a laptop replacement. Well maybe not a full replacement, but a travel partner that can do everything I need it to while I am out and about...
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Thanks for the info. I like the hub and it looks like it should fit well inside the case.
So I have one of the USB keyboards and it works great, but takes up the port. There can be found here - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1175316
I am honestly happy with that one BUT
1) I am wondering if there is a bluetooth keyboard folio/case yet for the Iconia Tab so the port is not taken
2) If there is an Acer branded keyboard so all of the keys will work with the specific tablet
3) do the Apple and Xoom bluetooth keyboard folio/case work with the Acer?
month later - anything?
thought I would bump this thread. Is there ANY Bluetooth keyboard folios / cases that works with the Acer yet???
I don't think that the xoom bluetooth shouldn't have any problems, because it's both Android and bluetooth.
I wouldn't buy apple's keyboard before you can go into a store and ask if you can try it (because it can have a security handshake with other apple hardware)
I'm looking for a case that can hold a keyboard and tablet in one, but havn't found one for the Acer just yes (if you find one, let me know)
Xoom keyboard does work and there is a keyboard that Acer makes, just google it .
But I haven't seen any bluetooth cases yet.
Here is one I am considering: http://amzn.to/xJLQIO
Reviews on it are a little hard to go by, since the only reviewers so far are Xoom or Thrive users, and I'm not sure how the dimensions compare.
The mounting solution is rather interesting. It comes with 2 different sizes of rubber pieces that slide over the corners of the tablet, then Velcro to the inside of the folio. With our tablets being a bit on the heavy side, I'm not sure how well or long that would hold.
One thing I like about this one over the USB one mentioned in the OP (aside from it leaving the port open) is that this is a free standing case that looks like it could sit on your lap fairly easy, whereas the other one has that narrow easel stand which requires that it sit on a flat surface.
I'm still torn between them. If I had the cash, I'd just buy them both and return the one I don't like but that's not really an option, so I'll just hope someone else on here has tried this case.
There is an acer A500 specific keyboard. I use it and it works well. It has quick access keys for swapping apps and such straight from the keyboard. Not sure about a folio case though. I just use a laptop sleeve to carry everything and a hipstreet tablet stand to keep the tablet up.
I use a BT keyboard designed for the HP Touchpad and it works great
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Check out eBay, they have some nice folio cases, pretty cheap too
DerTeufel said:
I use a BT keyboard designed for the HP Touchpad and it works great
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which one and does it hold the acer in safely?
hardslog said:
There is an acer A500 specific keyboard. I use it and it works well. It has quick access keys for swapping apps and such straight from the keyboard. Not sure about a folio case though. I just use a laptop sleeve to carry everything and a hipstreet tablet stand to keep the tablet up.
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Thanks for the info - can you please provide some links to the keyboard you like and use and the sleeve, etc. Thanks!
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Here is one I am considering: http://amzn.to/xJLQIO
Reviews on it are a little hard to go by, since the only reviewers so far are Xoom or Thrive users, and I'm not sure how the dimensions compare.
The mounting solution is rather interesting. It comes with 2 different sizes of rubber pieces that slide over the corners of the tablet, then Velcro to the inside of the folio. With our tablets being a bit on the heavy side, I'm not sure how well or long that would hold.
One thing I like about this one over the USB one mentioned in the OP (aside from it leaving the port open) is that this is a free standing case that looks like it could sit on your lap fairly easy, whereas the other one has that narrow easel stand which requires that it sit on a flat surface.
I'm still torn between them. If I had the cash, I'd just buy them both and return the one I don't like but that's not really an option, so I'll just hope someone else on here has tried this case.
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did you ever buy this one. I am looking at it now also. Thanks!
Likewise, I would like to know if this worked with the A500
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Likewise, I would like to know if this worked with the A500
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I bought the Kensington and it is GREAT. It is the only case i use with my Acer now. The keyboard is really nice, no lag and the entire thing is first class.
this is the best android-buttoned keyboard (IMHO) that i have found. probably gonna get it when i have some leftover cash. has anyone here tried it with our tab?
http://www.amazon.com/Sony-Tablet-Bluetooth-Keyboard-SGPWKB1/dp/B005G2HSSY
mtmerrick said:
this is the best android-buttoned keyboard (IMHO) that i have found. probably gonna get it when i have some leftover cash. has anyone here tried it with our tab?
http://www.amazon.com/Sony-Tablet-Bluetooth-Keyboard-SGPWKB1/dp/B005G2HSSY
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The keyboard in the Kensington FOLIO KEYBOARD CASE is almost exactly the same as that sony one, and you get the full case/cover.
The wireless keyboard in the Kensington folio is just about the best wireless keyboard I have purchased to date, and you get the case with it. Can use with or without the case.
well, i'm not really into the folios, and the kingston doesn't seem to have the android specific keys like the sony....
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well, i'm not really into the folios, and the kingston doesn't seem to have the android specific keys like the sony....
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what do you mean? all of the keys work with Android perfectly??
if you look at the one i linked to, it has dedicated keys for back, home, multitask, menu, and search. the "android buttons".
the picture quality of the kingston wasn't that great but it didn't look like it had the dedicated android keys to me...
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if you look at the one i linked to, it has dedicated keys for back, home, multitask, menu, and search. the "android buttons".
the picture quality of the kingston wasn't that great but it didn't look like it had the dedicated android keys to me...
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the Kensignton one is NOT a cheap overseas one - it is much nicer
Check out this page on their website for info, videos, etc -
http://www.kensington.com/kensingto...niversal-bt-keyboard-case-for-10-tablets.aspx
This is their brand new one that looks amazing -
http://www.kensington.com/kensingto...pert-folio-keyboard-for-android®-tablets.aspx
I DID NOT buy direct from them as I found them much cheaper elsewhere
i said PICTURE quality was not that great. kingston is a good brand, i've bought their products before.
perhaps you could take a picture of your kingston's keyboard so we can see what the key layout is? i can't find a good pic online.
Bought one of these the other day, hoping to modify the bracket to fit, however to my surprise if you have the genuine slide cover you can fold it such a way it actually holds and works with no modding!! the silver plastic bar does flex but easily returns to its straight form when taken off. Only downside is you couldn't hold it for ages it is heavy.
just an idea
can you use it the over way around, so that the silver bar is on top and not gets pushed like this?
cars10k said:
can you use it the over way around, so that the silver bar is on top and not gets pushed like this?
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afraid not as the position makes the screen hang over the joy pad. you could adjust the pad so it grips more of the front bezel that would solve it. Hasn't done any damage to this one.
Interesting.
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Is that the g910 gamepad? I tried that one and while it seemed nice for the price, it was a pain to connect for me. Many times I had to reboot the tablet, and the controller, turn bluetooth off and on, just to get them to talk to each other. I sent it back and bought a moga power pro. It works very well.
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Is that the g910 gamepad? I tried that one and while it seemed nice for the price, it was a pain to connect for me. Many times I had to reboot the tablet, and the controller, turn bluetooth off and on, just to get them to talk to each other. I sent it back and bought a moga power pro. It works very well.
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Yes it is, just wanted something cheap as they get knocked about anyway. Looks like they updated it as the D pad is not the standard XBOX360 one anymore, it connected straight away with dead trigger and nova. I am guessing build quality and battery life is nowhere near a moga, cheap though.
Ya, I really wanted to like mine. It overall worked ok, I updated the firmware and did everything by the book, but any time I would turn it off, then try to use it later, I had to jump through hoops most of the time to get it to work.
I first ordered it straight from geekbuying for $27 or so, but after a month and a half waiting, I finally canceled that order and picked it up from Amazon, also from geekbuying, but out of Amazon's warehouse. I paid about $32 or so that time. When I decided it wasn't good enough really, I found the moga power pro (newest one) on Amazon's marketplace for $50 I figured it was only about $17 more to get the real thing.
Overall I don't regret sending the g910 back and getting the moga. It has worked flawlessly so far. Plus the app is pretty nice too.
I hope it works out for you, the reviews were really good, that is why I went with that one first.
update
Although using the cover case folded as a means to grip the tegra worked, it wasn't very secure and could easily flip forward. So I opened up the game controller, changed the analog sticks as my dog manage to chew one off. In doing so I was able to look at the mechanism for the phone grip part, the arm is far too short to allow a 7inch tablet, however using an old piece of plastic, cutting it down to length and adapting it to extend the original arm it is possible now to fit the tegra securely with or without the case cover, the spring loaded grip works just as well as the original.
Hey guys,
I am looking for a case that has a kickstand, work well with magnetic car mount, and works with wireless charging (this part is not that important). So far, I have three cases from Amazon and returned all three. While they worked well, and I actually liked them, they failed at staying on my magnetic car mount. This part is very important for me. Other than that, they were amazing!
Is there anything you know that works well with magnetic car mount and has a kickstand?
I have a Note 10+
What cases did you try? It would help us to know what hasn't worked so far.
Here are the ones that did not work so far:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07VPLR2TR/
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07VL47P4H/
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07XQBGMTY/
Pitaka (if you can live without the kickstand) - and you can always use something cool like this (which is tiny when folded up - I even have it on a keychain!):
GripTight ONE Micro Stand: A Super-Compact, Go Anywhere Universal Smartphone Stand for iPhone SE to iPhone 8 Plus, Google Pixel, Samsung Galaxy S8 and More https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MRUMUVZ/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_89UcEb5VAT1AR
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I love the Spigen cases. I have this one. Works with wireless charging and with some strategic placement, magnetic mounting.
Spigen Tough Armor Designed for Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Case (2019) - Gunmetal https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SX5X9GN/ref=cm_sw_r_em_apa_i_pjVcEbRGNCFWF
RedsonRising said:
I love the Spigen cases. I have this one. Works with wireless charging and with some strategic placement, magnetic mounting.
Spigen Tough Armor Designed for Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Case (2019) - Gunmetal https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SX5X9GN/ref=cm_sw_r_em_apa_i_pjVcEbRGNCFWF
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I looked at this case several time and have skipped it. I love Spigen myself. I looked the reviews and had mixed feelings about the magnetic mount. The foam could prevent a good grip for the magnetic mount.
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Pitaka (if you can live without the kickstand) - and you can always use something cool like this (which is tiny when folded up - I even have it on a keychain!):
GripTight ONE Micro Stand: A Super-Compact, Go Anywhere Universal Smartphone Stand for iPhone SE to iPhone 8 Plus, Google Pixel, Samsung Galaxy S8 and More https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MRUMUVZ/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_89UcEb5VAT1AR
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The kickstand looks cool, but I don't think spending 42 bucks on it is worth it.
Aloupha said:
The kickstand looks cool, but I don't think spending 42 bucks on it is worth it.
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Actually I didn't understand your reply because I thought it was alot cheaper than that - and it is! I agree right now it is horribly priced on Amazon, but when I bought it on Amazon (copy of my order is first picture) it was only $18.99!
The second picture has other places where you can get it closer to that price...
Also in that same first picture (the order) - note a really cool tiny item I have hanging on my keychain as well - the Nekteck USB Type C OTG Micro SD Card Reader with Additional Standard USB Port Connector (third picture shows more about it).
Thoughts?