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weisjt

macrumors 6502a
Original poster
Dec 8, 2010
866
0
Southern Pines, North Carolina
Got the poetic slim line in today, it feels like a pretty solid case. The Smart Cover feels like a fake leather Smart Cover. It's a little stiff out of box but will wear in over time. Got it on amazon for 5 dollars and its well worth it. It is the slightest bit thicker than my extreme Mac micro folio but it doesn't have the stand off function on the back which I really like. Check out the pics
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...tiveASIN=B009WYJBEG&linkCode=as2&tag=weisj-20

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Ankaa

macrumors 6502a
Jul 27, 2008
919
918
Thanks! Could you give me the measurements of the case? How much gauge does it add to the mini? Thanks a lot in advance! Going to get a custom made sleeve and thus really need the figures (won't get my case until next friday :( )
 

GG7

macrumors newbie
Nov 13, 2012
8
0
Is the cover magnetic, like does it stick to when folding it up? I ordered a Moko case that was similar to the Poetic one and it doesn't do that, so trying to put it in the typing position was impossible because it kept falling.
 

weisjt

macrumors 6502a
Original poster
Dec 8, 2010
866
0
Southern Pines, North Carolina
Thanks! Could you give me the measurements of the case? How much gauge does it add to the mini? Thanks a lot in advance! Going to get a custom made sleeve and thus really need the figures (won't get my case until next friday :( )

It adds about 1 cm to height and width with abut 2cm to the thickness.

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Ankaa

macrumors 6502a
Jul 27, 2008
919
918
Thanks thanks!

it ADDS 2 cm to the thickness? Or is it including the smartcover? That sounds quite much :eek:
 

cheapa55

macrumors 6502a
Oct 29, 2007
907
11
Thanks for the pics! I'm a little disappointed of the silver logo? I hoped it was just embossed and not noticeable. Oh well, for $5, it's still worth it.
 

weisjt

macrumors 6502a
Original poster
Dec 8, 2010
866
0
Southern Pines, North Carolina
Is the cover magnetic, like does it stick to when folding it up? I ordered a Moko case that was similar to the Poetic one and it doesn't do that, so trying to put it in the typing position was impossible because it kept falling.

It has sleep wake magnet but not one to keep it in triangle stand form. I didn't have any problems keeping it in typing position though
 

GG7

macrumors newbie
Nov 13, 2012
8
0
It has sleep wake magnet but not one to keep it in triangle stand form. I didn't have any problems keeping it in typing position though

Thanks. I guess I should have gone with the Poetic case.
 

Applepi

macrumors 6502a
Aug 15, 2007
549
0
Just got mine in today as well, got the red one. So far I am liking this a lot and for $5, it was a heck of a deal.
 

james92se

macrumors 6502a
Jun 21, 2010
818
27
Dallas, TX
Does the cover stay tight on the screen on its own in the closed position or is it just loose and floppy? Does the cover have a tendency to bow up in the middle after being used as a stand or does it actually lay flat?

I guess I'm confused as to whether or not the magnets exist to keep the cover closed or are they only for the sleep/wake function?

*edit* also, does the cover easily lay flat around against the back when flipped around?
 

weisjt

macrumors 6502a
Original poster
Dec 8, 2010
866
0
Southern Pines, North Carolina
Does the cover stay tight on the screen on its own in the closed position or is it just loose and floppy? Does the cover have a tendency to bow up in the middle after being used as a stand or does it actually lay flat?

I guess I'm confused as to whether or not the magnets exist to keep the cover closed or are they only for the sleep/wake function?

*edit* also, does the cover easily lay flat around against the back when flipped around?

Cover stays on pretty tight when closed, no floppy business.
The case stays pretty flat on screen even after being folded up. And also stay pretty flat against the back when open.

The magnets keep the cover closed and activate sleep wake function. Overall it's a great case for the price!
 

lilcosco08

macrumors 65816
May 27, 2010
1,224
22
Dayton
Where did you all order from? I ordered last Friday with an estimated shipping date of Tuesday, but it seems it won't be shipping until tomorrow
 

jedolley

macrumors 68000
Sep 18, 2009
1,780
7
I got both my Black and Navy SlimLine cases in today. For $5 its a excellent case. I think at $20, it would still be a great case, and will probably be better than most cases from the bigger names priced at $30-$40. It's true to it's name and is probably one of the most slim cases available.

The style/type of case really isn't for me. The tri-fold cover takes a little too much work to get the stand modes right. They work, but getting them into position takes longer that it would with other style cases. This may be due to the case needing to be broken in more, but even then I don't think the stand modes will be as stable as those in other styles (i.e. the style used by the Devicewear Ridge & Speck FitFolio, or even the style used by the Yoobao Executive case).
 

adam044

macrumors 65816
Jan 24, 2012
1,095
10
Boston
Got the poetic slim line in today, it feels like a pretty solid case. The Smart Cover feels like a fake leather Smart Cover. It's a little stiff out of box but will wear in over time. Got it on amazon for 5 dollars and its well worth it. It is the slightest bit thicker than my extreme Mac micro folio but it doesn't have the stand off function on the back which I really like. Check out the pics

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sweet
 

alldat

macrumors regular
Aug 10, 2008
174
6
I just got mine today and one issue: the fabric on the inside of the case smells TERRIBLE! I can't describe what the smell is (somewhat fishy maybe?), but it is definitely NOT a pleasant one. There's no way I can carry it around like that. Glad it was only $5 or I'd be pissed off. :confused:
 

jm5309

macrumors regular
Apr 17, 2010
135
89
I just got mine today and one issue: the fabric on the inside of the case smells TERRIBLE! I can't describe what the smell is (somewhat fishy maybe?), but it is definitely NOT a pleasant one. There's no way I can carry it around like that. Glad it was only $5 or I'd be pissed off. :confused:

I noticed a strong smell from mine right when I opened the packaging, but I can't smell it anymore unless I put my nose right up to the case. It's very faint now compared to earlier this afternoon, so maybe yours will lessen too.
 

hyteckit

Guest
Jul 29, 2007
889
1
Got mine. Blue color.

Nice slim profile. Auto on/off works.
Very nice cutouts for the buttons, speakers, and ports.

Kinda smelly. Hard to take off once it's on.

Tri-fold only works in one position which is the standing position. Laying position is impossible because the tri-fold will just unravel.

Overall decent case for the price.
 

weisjt

macrumors 6502a
Original poster
Dec 8, 2010
866
0
Southern Pines, North Carolina
I just got mine today and one issue: the fabric on the inside of the case smells TERRIBLE! I can't describe what the smell is (somewhat fishy maybe?), but it is definitely NOT a pleasant one. There's no way I can carry it around like that. Glad it was only $5 or I'd be pissed off. :confused:

Mine smelled right when I opened it but can't smell anything now.
 

stringbeanie

macrumors 6502
Aug 25, 2008
339
68
Southern California
Got mine. Blue color.

Nice slim profile. Auto on/off works.
Very nice cutouts for the buttons, speakers, and ports.

Kinda smelly. Hard to take off once it's on.

Tri-fold only works in one position which is the standing position. Laying position is impossible because the tri-fold will just unravel.

Overall decent case for the price.

I had that problem initially, but once the case is a little less stiff, it becomes much easier. Mine stays in the typing position just fine now.

The smell can be minimized by wiping the inside of the front cover with a bounce dryer sheet (lightly).

Great case. For the price, I am ordering in more colors. I'm a happy customer!:):D
 
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