Zune Leather Case 80 GB
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Customer Review: A Very Sleek, Stylish Case. Worth $50?
Summary: 4 Stars
To get it out of the way quickly, is it worth $50? No. I paid $40 for mine at a local store, and I don't regret it, but even that is a little pricey for me.
But for that $50 your are doubtlessly getting the best looking, sexiest, case for the 80gb Zune. The outside is made entirely of a dark brown leather, emblazened with a small Zune logo on the front right corner. Upon opening the case, you'll be greeted with the same pattern as the default Zune wallpaper. It's a small touch that reall brings things together nicely, I think. There is also a small pocket where you can slip in a credit card, or better yet, your gym membership card (totally helpful) that is trimmed with a bright neon pink. The color isn't for everyone and I've gotten some stares from friends and family, but it definitely looks cery cool.
The Zune fits very snuggly in it's provided pocket, and the headphone jack and lock button are exposed for your convenience. In fact, almost all of the Zune's functions are available to you while it's in the case. The only thing left off it a hole for the Sync cable. This means that you won't be able to charge it while it's in its case. It is, perhaps, a minor oversight, but it's not such and inconvenience to me as I mostly have the case so that the screen doesn't get scratched in my pocket. The whole front cover stays shut via a magnet that is hidden under the lining material, that way your case will never flap open and expose your Zune to any harmful materials.
Again, the whole case is extremely simple, modern, and well designed. You are really going to be paying for style with this purchase. If you don't mind your case looking a little less stylish, than I'd recommend something a little less pricey. But if you're like me and you want to protect your Zune and look good doing it, I highly recommend that you consider this case. I am not disappointed with my purchase at all, despite it being a little pricey.
EDIT: Glad to see they lowered the price on this thing. At around $20, there really isn't a better option out there!
Customer Review: Good quality case
Summary: 4 Stars
I purchased this case the day after I got my 80G Zune from circuit city on launch day. They were selling this case for $29.99 on sale. Great deal that couldn't be beat.
The case's overall quality is great. Very sturdy and looks great.
It has a great magnetic latch to keep the cover closed, no clip or strap to fight with. Just close the cover and stays closed.
If you wrap the headphones just right, the zune headphones will even stick to the outside of the case due to their magnets. I found this pretty handy.
I would have to say the only reason this case did not get five stars, would be the fact that, in order to charge your zune or use it in a dock. You have to take your zune out of the case completely. There is no access hole in the bottom for the charging port on the player.
It would also have been nice to have the option fo some kind of belt clip, though not a big deciding factor for me.
I would definately recommend this case though, if you have been able to purchase the new 80G model. I can say the new zune is one great player, with a lot of potential. Once more accesories become available for the Zunes, apple better watch out. Zune is a much sturdier option to the I-pod.
Customer Review: LOVE MY ZUNE CASE!
Summary: 4 Stars
This case is great for the traveler - I commute to work on the train everyday and so this case is nice and sturdy without being too clunky. The leather is very nice so I can understand the bigger price tag. I've had it for about 3 months now and still see no scratches or visible wear and tear (and I'm constantly putting it in my purse, pocket, etc.)The one feature I love is on the inside there is a ittle envelope flap where I can put my train card, gym membership, and any other cards I want readily available. The fact that the bottom has no cutout is not an issue for me because I'd rather it be closed so dust can't accumulate- and I don't mind taking it out of the case to sync and charge. The only thing I would advise is to get a screen protector (I got mine for 2.99 on eBay) just to protect the screen. That's why I give it 4 stars, If the case had a built in screen protector it would be perfect. Otherwise, I love this case and I can see this lasting a long time as opposed to the cheaper ones out there.Customer Review: Good Quality and Good Protection, but a couple of issues.
Summary: 4 Stars
The Good:
I like this case. It's well constructed. Your Zune will be well protected. The case is attractive--if rather feminine. I bought it in the store and the pink stripe was not visible. I like the book/flap implementation of the cover, and the magnetic closure. I like that it doesn't have a plastic window--that would cheese it up and obscure the magnificent Zune screen.
The Bad:
- Your headphone choices are limited because the opening for the headphone port is pretty restrictive. It's not lined up very well on mine, either.
- You have to take it out of the case to sync it or charge it.
The saving grace is that it's very easy to slide the zune in and out of the case.
Overall, I don't regret buying it. It's a pleasing product.
Customer Review: zune 80 leather case
Summary: 4 Stars
pros:
- good fit to the zune. not oversized compared to other leather cases.
- small pocket on the inside cover. great for credit card, cash, notes, bus pass.
- back and play buttons on the case are cool. feels good on the touch.
-magnetic flip closure
cons:
- headphone jack cutout is a little small. i shoved a small thin marker through it to stretch it out.
- the bottom zune plug is covered up by the case. so you have to remove it from the case to charge/sync it. i ended up cutting a hole in it so i would not have to ever remove it from the case.
- the stitching is only along the outside edges. everything else is glued together.