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STM Grip - Pics and my impressions

psychonaut said:
I did a search and the only place right now that I show having it is J&R via Amazon. They show 14 left in stock but only in Berry color.

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Thanks for your help. I just wish I liked that color! :eek:

I decided to cancel my Adorama order and get it from Radtech because of the coupon mentioned in this thread, and because they have an expected in stock date of April 6. Better than nothing!
 
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I'm deciding between the STM Grip and the Joy Factory SmartSuit3 case.

One thing I like about that SmartSuit3 case, is that when you open the front cover and fold it all the way to the back, magnets hold it open.

I don't think the STM Grip has magnets to hold it open (not a big deal), but I'm wondering, do the stands/hinge get in the way when holding it open to read a book? The hinge for the stands looks like it sticks out a little bit... though from the video, it doesn't seem to be an issue holding the case open despite that?
 
I wondered that myself, but the video shows it laying pretty flat against the back. Maybe Psychonaut could shed some light on that. I've ordered the royal blue.
 
The hinge for the stand does not stick out at all. If you hold it in book mode and put your hand along the side the only area that sticks out slightly is the clasp to keep the cover closed.
 
atari1356 said:
I'm deciding between the STM Grip and the Joy Factory SmartSuit3 case.

One thing I like about that SmartSuit3 case, is that when you open the front cover and fold it all the way to the back, magnets hold it open.

I don't think the STM Grip has magnets to hold it open (not a big deal), but I'm wondering, do the stands/hinge get in the way when holding it open to read a book? The hinge for the stands looks like it sticks out a little bit... though from the video, it doesn't seem to be an issue holding the case open despite that?
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The SmartSuit is ridiculously expensive. $45 + shipping for the STM Grip is also way over how much I want to spend.

Bought the Poetic Hardback for less than $10. Hope it's sufficient.

I would consider the STM Grip more if i had a higher viewing angle and the stand cut outs were more wide to decrease/eliminate the wobbling.
 
vega07 said:
The SmartSuit is ridiculously expensive. $45 + shipping for the STM Grip is also way over how much I want to spend.

Bought the Poetic Hardback for less than $10. Hope it's sufficient.

I would consider the STM Grip more if i had a higher viewing angle and the stand cut outs were more wide to decrease/eliminate the wobbling.
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I've read that the Poetic Hardback case doesn't fold back all the way though... which is important to me.
 
atari1356 said:
I've read that the Poetic Hardback case doesn't fold back all the way though... which is important to me.
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Yeah I know, which sucks.

I'll get mine tomorrow hopefully...USPS tracking says it's delivered when it obviously wasn't.

I need mine to fold over like a book as well, but we'll see if I can adapt. If not, it's back to the internets to find another.
 
Thanks for the review.
This may be a replacement for the Griffin I bought.
2 big things I like full border protection around the speaker and the "lining" inside.
 
FYI - for anyone on the fence about the colors on this one, I ordered a Berry one thinking my wife would use it with her white iPad and to my surprise the berry is closer to a brick red which is really nice in person. Needless to say I think I now prefer this color over the black.

After using this case for a longer period of time I can simply say this one will be at the top of my list for its size and functions. I will say that fingerprinting can be an issue over prolonged use but they wipe off really easily. Additionally, as mentioned before the longer stand can sometimes be a bit tricky to pop out but nothing too major.
 
Psychonaut - two questions for you regarding this case...

1) With the back folding over for the stand positions... any issues with the cover picking up dust/debris from the surface you lay it on? Since the screen side of the cover is face down, this seems like a potential issue.

2) I have the Canvas currently... about the only thing really bugging me (and this was a problem on the Canvas for the iPad 2 as well) is the microfiber side of the cover leaves marks on the screen such that I have to constantly wipe off the screen when opening the case up. Is this the same with the STM Grip since it also has some sort of microfiber?

Thanks! Your video reviews are extremely well done and appreciated!

Michael
 
anyone else order berry from amazon through J&R? I got my shipping notice from amazon stating berry color, but then when J&R sent me their shipping email it stated Royal Blue... I emailed them, but haven't heard back yet.
 
gummycat said:
Psychonaut - two questions for you regarding this case...

1) With the back folding over for the stand positions... any issues with the cover picking up dust/debris from the surface you lay it on? Since the screen side of the cover is face down, this seems like a potential issue.

2) I have the Canvas currently... about the only thing really bugging me (and this was a problem on the Canvas for the iPad 2 as well) is the microfiber side of the cover leaves marks on the screen such that I have to constantly wipe off the screen when opening the case up. Is this the same with the STM Grip since it also has some sort of microfiber?

Thanks! Your video reviews are extremely well done and appreciated!

Michael
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To answer your questions:

1) I have not had issues, it is the same issue that many have with the Smart Cover, etc... Usually I wipe down whatever surface I am placing my iPad down on first so it is clean to begin with however, any debris that get on the microfiber is easily wiped off. I will also mention that the microfiber does not attract lint/dust/etc... easily

2) I have noticed a few markings on the screen but because the microfiber does not really have a pattern to it the markings do not seem obvious. To me it seems like wiping the screen is needed less often than when using a smart cover.

Thanks for the comments on my videos - I have a bunch planned for this week as I am starting to get more cases shipping my way :)
 
psychonaut said:
FYI - for anyone on the fence about the colors on this one, I ordered a Berry one thinking my wife would use it with her white iPad and to my surprise the berry is closer to a brick red which is really nice in person. Needless to say I think I now prefer this color over the black.

After using this case for a longer period of time I can simply say this one will be at the top of my list for its size and functions. I will say that fingerprinting can be an issue over prolonged use but they wipe off really easily. Additionally, as mentioned before the longer stand can sometimes be a bit tricky to pop out but nothing too major.
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Hey Rick,

Are you going to do a short video to show how the Berry color looks?

thanks in advance
 
rukkus said:
anyone else order berry from amazon through J&R? I got my shipping notice from amazon stating berry color, but then when J&R sent me their shipping email it stated Royal Blue... I emailed them, but haven't heard back yet.
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Just an FYI, i spoke to J&R CS and they said they made a mistake and still shipped out the royal blue to me anyway even though that's not what i ordered or wanted. this will affect everyone that ordered a berry one through J&R since they never actually had any in that color. they said i have to wait until it gets here (they used the slowest shipping i've ever seen btw) and then call them back for an RMA to return it. it's in a post office an hour away from my house, but it's not scheduled for delivery until april 9th.... needless to say, i am annoyed.
 
rwings01 said:
Hey Rick,

Are you going to do a short video to show how the Berry color looks?

thanks in advance
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Yes, this will be an easy video to crank out so I am hoping to have it up later today/tonight on my channel.
 
rukkus said:
Just an FYI, i spoke to J&R CS and they said they made a mistake and still shipped out the royal blue to me anyway even though that's not what i ordered or wanted.
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I ordered berry and my email confirmation says royal blue too. I don't care for the color the way it looks online. I'll be returning it too. Looks like I'll go with a different case now. Bummer. I was looking forward to the berry color.
 
Would you recommend this over the Skinny? How is the upright viewing angle? It looks like it leans too far back when the longer leg is out.
 
Cheezewhiz said:
Would you recommend this over the Skinny? How is the upright viewing angle? It looks like it leans too far back when the longer leg is out.
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I can not compare it to the Skinny since I do not own that case. The angle has been perfect for me in both positions (typing and stand) it makes gaming much easier for me as well. This is just my opinion based on my usage and comparing it to the many other cases I have reviewed in the past. Also remember that the longer stand does require some effort to open which I am certain will put some people off but it never seems like a struggle or something that is going to break so it's not a major issue to me.

Gotta say, and yes its still early as many more cases will come but in my opinion this is the best case out there right at this moment.
 
psychonaut said:
I can not compare it to the Skinny since I do not own that case. The angle has been perfect for me in both positions (typing and stand) it makes gaming much easier for me as well. This is just my opinion based on my usage and comparing it to the many other cases I have reviewed in the past. Also remember that the longer stand does require some effort to open which I am certain will put some people off but it never seems like a struggle or something that is going to break so it's not a major issue to me.

Gotta say, and yes its still early as many more cases will come but in my opinion this is the best case out there right at this moment.
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Is it a suitable angle to watch movies at though? I like to lie in bed and watch them on my iPad, but it's sort of a deal breaker if it leans too far backwards.
 
Cheezewhiz said:
Is it a suitable angle to watch movies at though? I like to lie in bed and watch them on my iPad, but it's sort of a deal breaker if it leans too far backwards.
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I have been using it the same way for the past few nights in bed on my lap watching shows and playing games and I find it fine. I am usually sitting up in bed mind you so laying down (if that is what you mean) might be different (I would have to try that).

As a side note, per request I filmed another video of the Grip to show the Berry color and it should be available within a few minutes (it's finishing processing).
 
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