Zenus 'Masstige' Band Type Leather Case
Hello all,
First post.
Thought I'd share some pictures of the Zenus 'Masstige' Band case for anyone on the fence about it like I was. However, I can't insert a link or images yet since I don't have 8 posts, blah. So here is a malformed url: htt ps://picasaweb.google.com/106479027578575490508/ZenusCase
I am overall pretty satisfied with it. Although it isn't real leather, I personally can't really tell - it does not have a weird smell or feel. I didn't initially like either color (where is black/grey?!), but decided on the black chocolate. It looks much better in person, and gives it a very professional look imo.
The 'clips' that hold the tab in are super tight, and unlike the Zenus Prestige, you do not have to constantly pull half the tablet out of the case in order to stand it up. All ports, speakers, and buttons are accessible when opened and folded back. The power, volume, and speakers are exposed when closed. Both of the stands feel sturdy enough and give good angles for just viewing or typing. I tried to show this in my pics.
The real reason I chose this case over the official Samsung or other Zenus case was the leather straps (bands). I don't know about anyone else, but in just a couple of weeks of having the 10.1, it has pretty much constantly been in my hands. After a while of holding it though, I find myself switching positions/orientations due to fatigue. I actually wanted the the 8.9 tab for this reason alone, as I thought it might be better for one-handed use. The straps on this case pretty much resolve that issue for me. They provide adequate one-handed support without having to really try to hold it. The straps themselves do not seem loose or weak, but only time will tell with that. This case wins for this reason alone for me.
It adds some weight and size to your tablet - 7.09 x 10.24 x 0.67 in / 9.8 oz. It is an ounce heavier than the Zenus Prestige and doesn't necessarily "go with" the tab's style like say the Samsung book cover or Prestige. You may feel little old-manish in your coffee shop, if you're worried about that sort of thing. This same case in black though would go a long way in rectifying that. I'll be pissed when they release that a month from now! Not too bad at $59 for the added functionality.
Shoot me any other questions you might have, sorry I didn't cover much. Feel free to post a proper link to album if anyone wants to. Sorry if posting a broken link is against rules.
