[NEW on MARKET] Noreve leather vertical flip case for Droid

[kiwiguy]

I just received an email that Nereve have released their new vertical flip case for the Droid (I had signed up for a notification when released)

I think this is the case that I have been waiting for - something that will (1) protect the phone in my pocket without beign too bulky; (2) provide some padding if I ever drop the phone while using it (which is what I fear most!); and (3) give me easy access to the keyboard when I need it.

A little pricey ($51), but if it saves the phone from one drop then worth it to me!! [Reviews of other cases from this company have been generally good]

From web site:
- Elegant case conceived in top quality handcrafted leather
- Compatible with smartphone : Motorola Droid & Milestone
- Access to basic functions (multiple openings on the leather)
- Practical thanks to its magnetic closure**
- Slim and padded design
- Protects the device in an optimal manner
- Opening for recharge
- Headphone & Headset jack access
- Speakers stainless steel mesh protector
- Beautiful interior lining embossed with the Noreve logo
- Completely removable plastic belt clip included (61303C)


** I sent Noreve an email this morning asking if they have tested the closure with the Droid to ensure it does not trigger the clock/car mode. I will post as soon as I hear something (they have been very responsive with my questions in the past)

I am pretty sure I am going to order one, so will write a full review when I get it.

[bamfsig45]

That appears to be the magnet??

[RW-1]

Magnet location there wouldn't be near enough sensor to activate any docking mode IMO.

Put a small magnet on that spot on mine, nothing... but will allow for their error, such as placing a larger magnet, etc.

[MikeFL25]

That case looks really good, and I'm probably going to get that as well. I'm just confused about something.



In that picture, there is a small hole on the opened case flap. I think that might be for the audio input of the Droid. However, in the closed case picture, it is on the bottom-right of the Droid. Anyone know what it is?

[m00m00w4t3r]

i think that is just a logo/brand located on the bottom right corner.

[ZeRo_C0oL]

I thought it was for the camera!?!

[HeroNova]

Sharp looking case.

[P_McNeal]

Front flap dot looks like a logo, but the hole seen in the open view is for the headphone jack.

My concerns are: the speaker will be slightly covered by the closure tab, and there's no hole in the front flap to view the notification light. Bonus happy thing would have been adding a card pocket in the flap.

Otherwise, I really appreciate how they hooked in the Droid; I hate how other flap cases cover the keyboard or obscure parts with useless leather bits.

[kiwiguy]

My concerns are: the speaker will be slightly covered by the closure tab, and there's no hole in the front flap to view the notification light. Bonus happy thing would have been adding a card pocket in the flap.

I will check that when I get it and let you know - but the flap only looks like it is ~1/2" wide whereas the speaker grid is about 2" across - so hopefully will not muffle ring volume too much.

and there's no hole in the front flap to view the notification light.

I am surprized that they did not think to include a small hole over that area. May not be too difficult to use a leather punch to DIY.

[kiwiguy]

I thought it was for the camera!?!

Added a new image from their web site that clearly shows the cutout for the camera.