Poetic Keybook Case & Poetic Slimbook Leather Case Reviews. Pics Included.

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hottbill

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This is a review for the Poetic Keybook Case and Poetic Slimbook Case. Why did I buy 2 cases? I'm a picky person, I want to have the best experience with my Nexus 7. Please no griefing/complaining/"another thread because some dude bought a toy for his nexus." I'm spending my own time so you guys can see about possibly case ideas.

Poetic Keybook $34.95 (Prime):
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008IEGS2Y/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00

  • Slim, durable high grain leather like cover that protects your Google Nexus 7 7-Inch Tablet.
  • Adjustable stand securely holds your Google Nexus 7 7-Inch Tablet in landscape mode.
  • Removable Bluetooth keyboard integrates seemlessly with your Google Nexus 7 7-Inch Tablet and other Bluetooth enabled devices.
  • Provides full access to all Google Nexus 7 7-Inch Tablet controls and contains NO magnets for interferance.
  • Rubberized keys are spill-proof and also protect Google Nexus 7 7-Inch Tablet screen from scratching when closed.

Poetic Slimbook $9.95 (Prime):
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008IEGSGU/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00

  • So slim, you'll forget there was a case on your Google Nexus 7 Android Tablet.
  • Smooth and elegant leather like material draped throughout.
  • Lightweight and protective - enjoy your Google Nexus 7 Android Tablet's true form.
  • SlimBook will fold horizontally to allow for typing, emailing, gaming or video watching.
  • Perfect port cutouts for your headphones, charging cable, and speakers.

Anyway, now to the review!

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Poetic Keybook first.
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View of the back, and instruction manual.
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View of the top of the case.
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The inside of the case is covered in a microfiber-like leather and feels very good.
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Top-down view of the keyboard with the mirrored charging light panel and link button. The keys feel very thin and/or cheap.
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I was a bit worried the keys would hit the screen, but they do NOT appear to rub up against the screen. There's about a 1.5 MM clearance.
2012-07-30130901.jpg

Charging usb slot and the on/off switch. The keyboard is good for 120 hours work time/130 days standby time.
 
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hottbill

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The keyboard is detachable (for charging reasons I assume) and is held in place by 4 magnets. The keyboard does NOT slide out of place.
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Speaker hole without Nexus 7.
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Speaker hole WITH Nexus 7, cutouts are in the perfect spot.
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The flap for the stand are held down by another magnet, and feels VERY sturdy when erect.
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My Nexus 7 dressed up and ready to hit the town!
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Pairing was as easy as typing in a passcode.
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On a final note there is Android specific keys on the top layer, as well as media keys and volume up/down keys. Very nice.

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hottbill

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Now for the Poetic Slimbook!

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The inside is also covered by the very nice microleather stuff.
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My Nexus 7 fits snuggly into the Slimbook.
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USB and headphone jack cutouts.
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Volume rocker and on/off switch cutouts.
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In high profile landscape mode.
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On the backside there's an elastic strap so you can hold your Nexus 7. I would have liked this feature more if there was a way to hook the back cover onto the front, but it will do the job. It is way more comfortable than holding the nexus regularly.
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View of the backside.

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So, which case do I prefer?

Keybook positives:
Has a removable keyboard.
Fits together very snuggly.
The stand is very well made.
Made of a tougher leather than the Slimbook.

Negatives:
Keys feel flimsy.
User manual was for an Ipad.

Slimbook: positives.
Very light.
Has wallet-like slots in the cover.
Elastic hand strap.

Negatives:
To stand the case up you have to bend the back piece of leather back and forth, probably can't be good in the long run.

I will use the Slimbook for when I hang out with friends and don't plan on being anywhere where I can sit down and type. For going to a general hipster coffee shop or while I'm home, I'll use the Keybook. Fun fact of the day, I typed this whole review using the Keybook!
 
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a03dugga

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So you are happy with this? Looks good, was thinking of getting something like this.
Any major gripes?
 

hottbill

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Sorry, thanks to the mod who helped me out.

See 3rd post for pro/con list :D
 
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babbtong

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Thanks, I was really going back and forth trying to decide what case to get, your review helped me decide on the slimbook!
 
Thank hottbill. I've been using an old folding Stowaway Bluetooth keyboard (video of it working if anyone's interested) but this seems much more convenient.

Can you confirm what the weight of the Keybook (including batteries) is please, just by itself without the Nexus 7 or packaging? I can't manage anything too heavy. My current keyboard is just 160g.
 

humblewarfare

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They keys seem like they would need to small to fit in the case. If you have bigger hands, do you think it would be hard to type?
 

hottbill

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Thank hottbill. I've been using an old folding Stowaway Bluetooth keyboard (video of it working if anyone's interested) but this seems much more convenient.

Can you confirm what the weight of the Keybook (including batteries) is please, just by itself without the Nexus 7 or packaging? I can't manage anything too heavy. My current keyboard is just 160g.

Hi, the weight of the Keybook is about 250 grams.

They keys seem like they would need to small to fit in the case. If you have bigger hands, do you think it would be hard to type?

I do have big hands, and it took a little bit to get used to it, but it's not that difficult to type on. Only problem is the space bar is slightly off center and I press the space bar with my right thumb.
 

ExploreMN

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I just got the poetic keybook. Typing this response on it. The smaller keyboard makes me feel like I'm back on my Timex Sinclair 1000, but overall not too bad. I love that the keyboard can be easily removed if you know you don't need it on a particular day. Even without the keyboard the case is still a little bulky though. Easy access to the port and the camera isn't affected. I would give it 3.5 to 4 stars out of 5.

Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk 2
 

arwilson529

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Bought one yesterday after your review. I was tired of waiting on Senyx to ship the CaseCrown model. Its been delayed twice, now out to the 14th.
 

HKSpeed

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Retalion

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Sep 28, 2010
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Hi,
You can order them from Amazon, although shipping will take a bit longer. I believe standard shipping is 7-11 days (as opposed to 3-5 days in the USA.)

Someone correct me if I'm wrong though.

The reason I ask is because when I tried ordering it, it gave me a shipping error, saying the item does not ship to Canada. Is there any way I can fix that, or am I out of luck? ):
 

mariolouis

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Funny how we still manage to want to go back to netbook era with all these accessories. There is a quad-core netbook available, isn't there? But that is a nice case anyway. I just wish more accessories will come to our country also.
 

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    Now for the Poetic Slimbook!

    2012-07-30125341.jpg

    2012-07-30125410.jpg

    The inside is also covered by the very nice microleather stuff.
    2012-07-30125544.jpg

    My Nexus 7 fits snuggly into the Slimbook.
    2012-07-30125600.jpg

    USB and headphone jack cutouts.
    2012-07-30125615.jpg

    Volume rocker and on/off switch cutouts.
    2012-07-30125738.jpg

    2012-07-30125812.jpg

    2012-07-30125826.jpg

    In high profile landscape mode.
    2012-07-30125943.jpg

    On the backside there's an elastic strap so you can hold your Nexus 7. I would have liked this feature more if there was a way to hook the back cover onto the front, but it will do the job. It is way more comfortable than holding the nexus regularly.
    2012-07-30130019.jpg

    2012-07-30130206.jpg

    View of the backside.

    ==============================================================================================

    So, which case do I prefer?

    Keybook positives:
    Has a removable keyboard.
    Fits together very snuggly.
    The stand is very well made.
    Made of a tougher leather than the Slimbook.

    Negatives:
    Keys feel flimsy.
    User manual was for an Ipad.

    Slimbook: positives.
    Very light.
    Has wallet-like slots in the cover.
    Elastic hand strap.

    Negatives:
    To stand the case up you have to bend the back piece of leather back and forth, probably can't be good in the long run.

    I will use the Slimbook for when I hang out with friends and don't plan on being anywhere where I can sit down and type. For going to a general hipster coffee shop or while I'm home, I'll use the Keybook. Fun fact of the day, I typed this whole review using the Keybook!
    3
    This is a review for the Poetic Keybook Case and Poetic Slimbook Case. Why did I buy 2 cases? I'm a picky person, I want to have the best experience with my Nexus 7. Please no griefing/complaining/"another thread because some dude bought a toy for his nexus." I'm spending my own time so you guys can see about possibly case ideas.

    Poetic Keybook $34.95 (Prime):
    http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008IEGS2Y/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00

    • Slim, durable high grain leather like cover that protects your Google Nexus 7 7-Inch Tablet.
    • Adjustable stand securely holds your Google Nexus 7 7-Inch Tablet in landscape mode.
    • Removable Bluetooth keyboard integrates seemlessly with your Google Nexus 7 7-Inch Tablet and other Bluetooth enabled devices.
    • Provides full access to all Google Nexus 7 7-Inch Tablet controls and contains NO magnets for interferance.
    • Rubberized keys are spill-proof and also protect Google Nexus 7 7-Inch Tablet screen from scratching when closed.

    Poetic Slimbook $9.95 (Prime):
    http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008IEGSGU/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00

    • So slim, you'll forget there was a case on your Google Nexus 7 Android Tablet.
    • Smooth and elegant leather like material draped throughout.
    • Lightweight and protective - enjoy your Google Nexus 7 Android Tablet's true form.
    • SlimBook will fold horizontally to allow for typing, emailing, gaming or video watching.
    • Perfect port cutouts for your headphones, charging cable, and speakers.

    Anyway, now to the review!

    2012-07-30125147-1.jpg

    2012-07-30125209-1.jpg

    2012-07-30125209.jpg


    Poetic Keybook first.
    2012-07-30130536.jpg

    View of the back, and instruction manual.
    2012-07-30130547.jpg

    View of the top of the case.
    2012-07-30130624.jpg

    2012-07-30130831.jpg

    The inside of the case is covered in a microfiber-like leather and feels very good.
    2012-07-30130651.jpg

    Top-down view of the keyboard with the mirrored charging light panel and link button. The keys feel very thin and/or cheap.
    2012-07-30130721.jpg

    I was a bit worried the keys would hit the screen, but they do NOT appear to rub up against the screen. There's about a 1.5 MM clearance.
    2012-07-30130901.jpg

    Charging usb slot and the on/off switch. The keyboard is good for 120 hours work time/130 days standby time.