Another FolioGuard case review

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I was lucky enough to be greeted by the UPS man today with a FolioGuard prototype. Thanks to the others (jms_uk, it2steve) for their great reviews. They have really done a great job, and I agree with everything that they have said thus far. Therefore, I'll touch briefly on the build, fit and features, then add my thoughts for improvement.







You can see the fit of this case is very good. It appears well made, and the Transformer doesn't slide around during normal use.





Care has been taken not to cover any of the critical buttons/or connections which I appreciate! No need to remove the unit from the case to insert a microSD, or connect HDMI. Likewise the proprietary connector is accessible, as are the power/volume and headphone connector. Also cutouts for the speakers have been integrated. A+



Viewing angles are good, though I would like to see a more shallow angle for desktop typing. More on this later, as I have some ideas for this.







The indents are plenty deep enough to hold the unit upright and stable. As was discussed in another review, if you are familiar with the clip case for the Gtab, these grooves hold the tablet much better.





This is one area where I am a little concerned. If you are carrying the folio case by the edge, the transformer will slide. That said, the flap is designed to stop from falling completely out, but I am worried after a bit of use, this may not be the case.

My advice would be to put some sort of velcro on the flap and the inside of the case which would solve this problem. I'll make the modification and post an update in a few days.



My next complaint, be it minor, was also addressed in another review. The magnets don't hold the case closed very tightly. I'd like to see a little stronger implementation which includes a magnetic strip along the cases' entire length.

As mentioned above, I also really want to see a more shallow typing angle as I use this tablet in meetings when I need to type a quick note or run a terminal session. My initial thought would be to design the front flap so that the very first indent can fold. This would allow one to fold the case in half, while folding up this flap, which rests in the crease on the back of the case. I hope that makes sense, I am going to try and work with the case a bit and see if I can make a modification. Pics will be included with my findings.

All in all this is a GREAT first attempt for an aftermarket case, and I wouldn't hesitate to buy one. The build quality is really good, and it's pretty well thought out.

-J

OK, so I bit the bullet and carefully bent the front flap at the first indent. This is a perfect angle IMO, and I think it should be incorporated into V2. It could be cleaned up with a bit of stitching, and two separate internal front flap pieces.





-J

Thanks for the review.

I have one shipping over soon and also have the official ASUS sleeve. I'm very underwhelmed by the ASUS sleeve.

Good Job,miatawnt2b

Nice review, is there a link?

Thanks, I`m in EU, just wondering whats the difference to other case I`m looking from e-bay: Folio Leather Case For Asus EeePad Transformer TF101=you can see by searching this title on the search box on ebay, I cant post the link as I`m not allowed(<5posts)

Originally Posted by harrys

Thanks, I`m in EU, just wondering whats the difference to other case I`m looking from e-bay: Folio Leather Case For Asus EeePad Transformer TF101=you can see by searching this title on the search box on ebay, I cant post the link as I`m not allowed(<5posts)

That's not leather. It's PU. PU leather not leather.It Is a synthetic.

The different is: The one you found from Ebay angle fixed.
The one from aliexpress angle adjustable.
Also,material different.

Great stuff- thanks for the review and pics!
Anyone know if there are plans for a V.2?

Originally Posted by miatawnt2b

OK, so I bit the bullet and carefully bent the front flap at the first indent. This is a perfect angle IMO, and I think it should be incorporated into V2. It could be cleaned up with a bit of stitching, and two separate internal front flap pieces.

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How are you finding the case now you've bent the front flap, i.e What's the integrity of the case like in terms of stability etc?

Originally Posted by jms_uk

How are you finding the case now you've bent the front flap, i.e What's the integrity of the case like in terms of stability etc?

Im curious to know this as well, does the bend show on the other side when you flip it back to its original portfolio style?