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Portenzo iPad 2 Case: Now a Smart Cover

mysterygirl said:
Just an FYI that Porenzo posted on FB today that they are shipping into the 6000s for Moroccos and 9000s for Levants.
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9000's for Levants? I'm in the 8000's. I may have lost my place because very early on I changed from Morocco to Levant. I figured that would have helped me. Anyway still can't wait to get it.
 
glen e said:
Just received my tracking number - ordered 4/8, so about a month - order # 94XX

levant
linen
stylus
mag cover
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Dammit. I ordered a Treegloo on 4/6 thinking they would ship earlier than Portenzo. My Treegloo still hasn't shipped and Portenzo obviously beats out Treegloo in terms of quality.
 
Regarding the Portenzo cases, I'm wondering if the iPad 2 can easily slide out of the case if tipped or toppled.......or if the cases grasps the device snug.

I'm wanting a Portenzo case as a conduit for my iPad for the (daily) times I take my iPad w/ me out the door. I'm wondering if repeated taking in & out of the iPad 2 would wear out the snugness/firm fit, subjecting the Portenzo case as something that ONLY carries my iPad around.



Personally, I like holding my iPad naked.
 
HappyDude20 said:
Regarding the Portenzo cases, I'm wondering if the iPad 2 can easily slide out of the case if tipped or toppled.......or if the cases grasps the device snug.

I'm wanting a Portenzo case as a conduit for my iPad for the (daily) times I take my iPad w/ me out the door. I'm wondering if repeated taking in & out of the iPad 2 would wear out the snugness/firm fit, subjecting the Portenzo case as something that ONLY carries my iPad around.



Personally, I like holding my iPad naked.
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do some reading here.... properly made, any of the cases made can take repeated removal of the pad...all the case makers realize there are many of us that use the case during the day, and take it out at night for home use...
 
glen e said:
do some reading here.... properly made, any of the cases made can take repeated removal of the pad...all the case makers realize there are many of us that use the case during the day, and take it out at night for home use...
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I really didn't wanna read. I saw this thread has 93 pages and didn't feel up for the challenge. Thank you still. I'm more sold on this case. :eek:
 
HappyDude20 said:
Regarding the Portenzo cases, I'm wondering if the iPad 2 can easily slide out of the case if tipped or toppled.......or if the cases grasps the device snug.

I'm wanting a Portenzo case as a conduit for my iPad for the (daily) times I take my iPad w/ me out the door. I'm wondering if repeated taking in & out of the iPad 2 would wear out the snugness/firm fit, subjecting the Portenzo case as something that ONLY carries my iPad around.



Personally, I like holding my iPad naked.
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This post is USLESS without pictures!
 
Shadiest company to deal with

Four different PROMISED ship dates and NO SHIPMENT

Paid 30 dollars extra and the idiot Darin only refunded me 85 instead of the extra 30 I SPENT TO GET IT FASTER!

Worst company by far STAY AWAY!
 
stfwayne said:
Shadiest company to deal with

Four different PROMISED ship dates and NO SHIPMENT

Paid 30 dollars extra and the idiot Darin only refunded me 85 instead of the extra 30 I SPENT TO GET IT FASTER!

Worst company by far STAY AWAY!
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Expect to be flamed...
 
I just got mine today!!!! :eek: God knows I doubted if I ever was going to get it, but I'm glad I didn't cancel, after waiting 51 days this moment does not go unnotice! I first ordered from Dodo Case and this forum was the one made me change my mind to Portenzo (I preordered a Morocco and never changed for a quicker delivery)

Okay here is my info,

Order#5225
Morocco
Italian Cloth (From 23.5)
Camera Hole
Elastic Band

I specially like the branding in the inside spine, that was a bit of a surprise :D The wood is sanded perfectly and there isn't any imperfection in the wood when it came in.... I'm going to sound repetative here, but the quality and how much detail this damn case has is AMAZING!!!!

PS...I took these pictures with my HTC Evo (Yes, I don't have an iPhone) so some pictures will look good while others no so much, Enjoy!:cool:
 

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Apollo231 said:
I just got mine today!!!! :eek: God knows I doubted if I ever was going to get it, but I'm glad I didn't cancel, after waiting 51 days this moment does not go unnotice! I first ordered from Dodo Case and this forum was the one made me change my mind to Portenzo (I preordered a Morocco and never changed for a quicker delivery)

Okay here is my info,

Order#5225
Morocco
Italian Cloth (From 23.5)
Camera Hole
Elastic Band

I specially like the branding in the inside spine, that was a bit of a surprise :D The wood is sanded perfectly and there isn't any imperfection in the wood when it came in.... I'm going to sound repetative here, but the quality and how much detail this damn case has is AMAZING!!!!

PS...I took these pictures with my HTC Evo (Yes, I don't have an iPhone) so some pictures will look good while others no so much, Enjoy!:cool:
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looks good! Yes, the branding in the spine is a nice touch and it's the first I saw a case with one from portenzo. Did you order two cases?
 
"ditto"

mysterygirl said:
When these issues originally surfaced, I was one of Portenzo's biggest supporters and took a lot of heat from naysayers for being just that. And I agree with you that in general, everyone can't be pleased in this situation and that there will be complaints regardless what Portenzo does. That said, I will reiterate my current thoughts about this situation--I don't believe Portenzo has done a good job communicating with it's customers and most information that they have provided has proven to be inaccurate. FOR ME, a good job communicating would have meant:

1) a notice on their website that explained that they were experiencing shipping delays and were doing the best they could to rectify the situation
2) an email to customers who were waiting longer than posted wait times to have their order fulfilled, again explaining the situation, asking for patience, and providing customer options.
3) providing accurate information about shipping times, etc.

In my opinion, none of that has been done. Posting on FB, twitter, and Macrumors cannot replace posting information on their own website. People don't want to have to chase down information from a company that is providing a product for a fee. That company should make information easily accessible and readily available. In general, many of us are happy to wait for however long it takes, because many of us believe that Portenzo offers the best quality available. But, we're also looking for an accurate picture of when we can expect our product.

To offer a few other examples, I've recently ordered two other bags from companies that make handmade and exceptional products. In both cases, I was given a delivery window of well over a month. Now, while I'd love to have these items in hand sooner, I placed my order having an ACCURATE expectation of when it would be delivered. And I'm willing to wait the month(s) that it will take to have my product in hand, knowing that I'm paying for a quality handmade item. But those companies, unlike Portenzo, didn't create a false expectation that I would have my product in 2 or 3 weeks. They told me what to expect (even when their timeline is 6 weeks or longer) and will stand by the dates that they promised. I feel no need to email them or bother them further until after the 4, 6, 8 or whatever week wait time.

I don't think the folks at Portenzo are crooks and I strongly believe, as you do, that their intentions are good and that they are experiencing "growing pains". But I also believe there are some simple measures that they could have taken that would have made this situation a million times better both for themselves and for their customers.

I am still waiting for my case and will continue to do so. I look forward to having what I believe will be a great quality product. But I remain disappointed that Portenzo has failed to deal with the situation in a better manner. It gives the impression of disorganization and confusion, which concerns me for many reasons (not only in receiving my case, but also in addressing any future issues, concerns, etc.).

Anyway, I've tried to be a voice of reason too many times on this thread--first to calm those who were complaining when Portenzo was only two days late shipping and now to help some understand why many are upset or disappointed with what is happening. Not sure that reason works in this environment, but I'll put it out there anyway.
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I agree wholeheartedly. I've been so put off by this experience. I hope when my case finally arrives (ordered on May 22nd) it is made well. I ordered it embossed with my name--- I wish I hadn't or I would have cancelled the order already. In fact, I emailed Darin and told him that if they had not already manufactured my case to cancel the order, but got no response.
 
1 or 2?

Apollo231 said:
I just got mine today!!!! :eek: God knows I doubted if I ever was going to get it, but I'm glad I didn't cancel, after waiting 51 days this moment does not go unnotice! I first ordered from Dodo Case and this forum was the one made me change my mind to Portenzo (I preordered a Morocco and never changed for a quicker delivery)

Okay here is my info,

Order#5225
Morocco
Italian Cloth (From 23.5)
Camera Hole
Elastic Band

I specially like the branding in the inside spine, that was a bit of a surprise :D The wood is sanded perfectly and there isn't any imperfection in the wood when it came in.... I'm going to sound repetative here, but the quality and how much detail this damn case has is AMAZING!!!!

PS...I took these pictures with my HTC Evo (Yes, I don't have an iPhone) so some pictures will look good while others no so much, Enjoy!:cool:
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Is this a photo of two cases or one? (Blue interior in one photo, tannish interior in other photo)
 
Did I read that the frames were made of Bamboo, and now the website is stating "New" American Maple. Plus there is no options for the external finish on the Notebook?
 
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