Krusell Orbit with Multidapt - Anyone had experience?

[elite_gamer04]

Just wondering if anyone has had any experience with the Krusell Orbit with Multidapt for the I-Mate JasJam (or similar)? Just wanted to make sure there were no magnets or foreseeable issues with the case before I went ahead and purchased?

Elite_Gamer04

[joedoe]

It's not available yet. Expected to be released on Nov. 6

[quinxy]

If you look at the pictures of the Krusell, while it looks very nice (I had one before for my Blue Angel and it was super), this one looks a bit clumsy. To slide the keyboard you've got to pop that button and have that awkward extra flap with the window open. And to take a photo you've got to bend the top flap way back. So, I'm not crazy about those two items. See the Krusell (http://www.krusell.se/product.php?productID=2316).

I just bought (but haven't received) the ORA Premium Chairman's Case (god what a lame name). ORA is apparently expansys/mobile planet's own brand. I think the design looks much more usable. You just open the case and slide the keyboard, no second thing to unbotton. And to take photos there is just a permanent cut-out, so no extra thing to move out of the way. The lens is somewhat recessed anyway, so I don't anticipate much reduced protection.See ORA Premium Chairman's Case (http://www.mobileplanet.com/zoompic.aspx?type=item&i=141385)

Another very nice one that seemed very functional (and much like my old Krusell for the Blue Angel) is this PDAir case (http://www.pdair.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=10100000_900000_11000012&products_id=4581). I really liked that one but went with the ORA because it looked a bit more protective, useful, etc. Otherwise I would have bought this one.

Anyway, that's my take on it...

Quincy

[joedoe]

Actually this is a Piel Frama case. The problem I have with this case is that it has a plastic insert which goes in between keyboard and the upper part of the device. Upon the time the keyboard most likely will become loose and you won't be able to use the PPC without this case any more. And plastic itself will wear out quickly

[MacHooligan]

If you look at the pictures of the Krusell, while it looks very nice (I had one before for my Blue Angel and it was super), this one looks a bit clumsy. To slide the keyboard you've got to pop that button and have that awkward extra flap with the window open. And to take a photo you've got to bend the top flap way back. So, I'm not crazy about those two items. See the Krusell (http://www.krusell.se/product.php?productID=2316).

I just bought (but haven't received) the ORA Premium Chairman's Case (god what a lame name). ORA is apparently expansys/mobile planet's own brand. I think the design looks much more usable. You just open the case and slide the keyboard, no second thing to unbotton. And to take photos there is just a permanent cut-out, so no extra thing to move out of the way. The lens is somewhat recessed anyway, so I don't anticipate much reduced protection.See ORA Premium Chairman's Case (http://www.mobileplanet.com/zoompic.aspx?type=item&i=141385)

Another very nice one that seemed very functional (and much like my old Krusell for the Blue Angel) is this PDAir case (http://www.pdair.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=10100000_900000_11000012&products_id=4581). I really liked that one but went with the ORA because it looked a bit more protective, useful, etc. Otherwise I would have bought this one.

Anyway, that's my take on it...

Quincy

That ORA Premium Chairman's (you're right, what a terrible name!) case looks like the best I've seen yet.
Anyone know if it's available from any UK outlets?

[joedoe]

The name just underlines the fact that this case is three times more expensive then almost any other case

[quinxy]

Upon the time the keyboard most likely will become loose and you won't be able to use the PPC without this case any more. And plastic itself will wear out quickly

Your past experience may differ quite a bit from mine, but in my experience having the same style of plastic cover thing to retain a device (Krussel's Blue Angel case) the plastic never seemed to suffer any damage/problems in 2 years of use. Not saying it's an ideal design, I wish the phone/PDA designers would make some sort of camera-tripod like screw hole which would allow the phone/device to be secured to a case, a car mount, etc.

Quincy

[joedoe]

Your past experience may differ quite a bit from mine, but in my experience having the same style of plastic cover thing to retain a device (Krussel's Blue Angel case) the plastic never seemed to suffer any damage/problems in 2 years of use. Not saying it's an ideal design, I wish the phone/PDA designers would make some sort of camera-tripod like screw hole which would allow the phone/device to be secured to a case, a car mount, etc.

Quincy

Plastic yes, but did you device suffer any damage because of regular sticking this plastic in between the keyboard and base?

[quinxy]

Plastic yes, but did you device suffer any damage because of regular sticking this plastic in between the keyboard and base?

Damage, no. But I can't deny that it appeared the keyboard was looser over time. Not much looser, not problematically looser. But if that's what you mean then yes, it did become looser (i.e., slide more easily, so that at the end of 1.5 years i could shake the keyboard open). Again, I never thought it was a huge problem, but certainly not ideal.

[joedoe]

Finally the Krusell Orbit is out and mine is supposed to be shipped tomorrow.

[MacHooligan]

Finally the Krusell Orbit is out and mine is supposed to be shipped tomorrow.

Any reviews yet?

[joedoe]

I expect to get it on on Monday.

[nutnbolt]

how do you like it so far? I'm looking to purchase this too but then again with this whole talk about the plastic making the keyboard and base loose is worrying me. I rather not have that problem.

Please do tell.

[jasjamming]

I have the Piel Frama case in black. Its ok, the clear vynil goes ontop of the keyboard which holds the device in the case.

The problem is that everytime you want to close the keyboard, the vynil bends as it is not a snug fit but its a big deal.

Also, i am sceptical of it losening my keboard lock mehcanisms.

Now I am searching for clear crystal two part case so the device is always protected even when the keyboard is out and using a screen protector as well. Has anyone found a crystal clear hard case? I know that there are some for the WIZARD, but I havent seen any for the HERMES.

[joedoe]

how do you like it so far? I'm looking to purchase this too but then again with this whole talk about the plastic making the keyboard and base loose is worrying me. I rather not have that problem.

Please do tell.

Well, I've received the case but still hesitant to put the device into it. The plastic insert and magnetic lock are my two main concerns.

Currently I'm using black aluminum case and pretty happy with it except the fact that the radio and bluetooth signal levels are lower when device is placed into the case.

[nutnbolt]

joedoe,

you are talking about the krusell orbit that you have received? If so, have you tried putting in the 8525 to see if the plastic is something that jasjamming is experiencing with the plastic folding back due to fitting?

[seal]

Hi all,

I just bought this case and am waiting for it to arrive, I have not used the original case at all as I see it as stupid for me, the chance of me dropping it while I am trying to remove it from the case everytime it rings or I need to use it is quiet high. I first bought the silicon case of ebay but still to much of the phone was unprotected.

This silicon case seems to cover the entire phone completely, even with a screen cover, I just can't work out how it stays on the phone, you will get what I mean from the picture. I will let you know when it arrives.

http://pdaden.com/shop/cart.php?target=product&action=view&product_id=18122&substring=SJDP838P

[nutnbolt]

You just bought the krusell case or the silicon case? We are talking about the krusell orbit.

[joedoe]

joedoe,

you are talking about the krusell orbit that you have received? If so, have you tried putting in the 8525 to see if the plastic is something that jasjamming is experiencing with the plastic folding back due to fitting?

Yes, I've tried it. It was pretty difficult to put my TyTN into the case and even more difficult take it out.

The plastic isn't folding back because it stays under the keyboard even when it's opened.

It's very inconvenient to use the device as a phone in this case because the flap rests right on the top of a head or you have to bend it back and hold with your index finger.

I guess I'll stay with the aluminum case for now.

[seal]

You just bought the krusell case or the silicon case? We are talking about the krusell orbit.

I bought the Krusell Red Label Dynamic with Multidapt® I still have not recieved it, I was just showing all the silicon case as I was wondering how it stayed on the phone.

[eppyramot]

I have had the Orbit blue label for my TytN for a week now. I have to say I am extremely pleased. It was a bit tight to get the plastic over the keyboard at first. It does not seem to have loosened up the phone at all. Also I thought the flap that clips over the front would be a pian. But you can clip it around the other side when you want to use the keyboard. Also the top flap actally stays put when you open it due to te metal Krusell label attaching to the magnetic clip. I have had krussel cases for other smartphones, but this is the first one I have had that I can say actually looks good.

[nutnbolt]

I have had the Orbit blue label for my TytN for a week now. I have to say I am extremely pleased. It was a bit tight to get the plastic over the keyboard at first. It does not seem to have loosened up the phone at all. Also I thought the flap that clips over the front would be a pian. But you can clip it around the other side when you want to use the keyboard. Also the top flap actally stays put when you open it due to te metal Krusell label attaching to the magnetic clip. I have had krussel cases for other smartphones, but this is the first one I have had that I can say actually looks good.

Hmm...u sure about the plastic piece that goes over the keyboard? I'm still a bit weary about it. I mean after opening and closing it over and over again, you don't see any problems with the plastic (perhas folding back at the edges) or the space the plastic is creating between the keyboard and the front part of the 8525/tytn? Which would make it loose over time?

I don't see a gap now on my 8525 but with the plastic piece, I can forsee this happening.

And yes, this does look good.

[eppyramot]

When you fully extend the keyboard the plastic is long enough to still be tucked undr the screen part by about 1/4 inch. it is stiff enough that i cant see how it would get jammed forward if i dont play with it. (the whole fit is pretty tight - at first i thought it was a problem but it is extremely firm and secure though if i have to get access to the battery it could be an issue).