Zune Leather Case 80 GB by Zune
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Digital camera reviews of Zune Leather Case 80 GB
Digital camera Review: Quality with quirks
Summary: 3 Stars
I received this case as a freebie that came with my awesome Zune 80. I can't say I would have paid the $50 that it was selling for at the time (but I wouldn't pay that much for any case, period). That being said, this is a very high-quality leather case. Both inside and out, it's well-crafted and snuggles the Zune safely inside.
I can access the squirkle and left/right buttons easily. While there is no plastic cover over the screen, this is of no concern due to the durable glass Microsoft smartly gave the Zune screen.
It's almost perfect. There are two issues that keep it out of 5 star territory. First, you must remove the Zune in order to access the USB connection. Being that this is the Zune's lifeline to power and content, removing it is done on a frequent basis. And when attached to my home or car kits, the case must be tossed aside. So it is a carrying case in the purest form. It's only good when carrying the Zune.
Secondly, since removing it must be done all too often, it's irksome that the headphones must be disconnected in order to free the player from the case. So there is a lot of disconnecting, removing, reconnecting, disconnecting, inserting, etc., etc., etc. Not very convenient.
It would take only small modifications to make this case the end-all be-all of cases, but as it stands: it's a quality case with a few too many compromises. If I had to shell out cash for a case, I'd take a hit on quality for a more ergonomic design.
Digital camera Review: Really nice case
Summary: 5 Stars
I just bought this case for my 80GB Zune, and I am very happy with the purchase. The case fits the unit perfectly, is lined with a soft cloth with the Zune logo, made of good quality leather, and allows the use of all controls except the USB connector on the bottom. An integrated magnetic closure keeps the cover closed. Worth the money to protect your investment.Digital camera Review: Received wrong merchandise, again.
Summary: 1 Stars
I ordered a black Zune leather cover, I received a brown Zune leather cover. I do not have the time to return it. So now I am stuck with it. I went with this company because I ordered a black cover from another company and I received a red one. Now I have 2 covers and neither one is what I paid for. This company's ad specifically said black leather cover, that is why I ordered from them. My mistake. Next time I will go into a store and make my purchase so I can see what I am getting before I pay for it.Digital camera Review: Slick case - don't trust it
Summary: 1 Stars
This case is excellent for showing off the out-of-touch nature of the Zune in general... Just like the Zune's limited ability to handle all my media, the case is limited in its effectiveness. It does not come with a screen protector other than the leather flap. There is not an opening on the bottom to allow syncronization or charging. If you slip it in your pocket with credit cards, don't expect them to work any more! The magnet which keeps the flap closed de-magnetized EVERYTHING in my wallet... Who builds a case for a magnetic-storage device with a magnet built into it???
Digital camera Review: Stylish, Sexy Case
Summary: 4 Stars
I think this product is great.
It came as looked on the Internet and it was even more stylish than I presumed. There is only one problem that did not allow me to give it five stars and it is a bit minor. The Zune does not always stay in place in the case, but I do not mind pushing it back into optimal position.
Another minor thing is that the headphone hole in the case is not much bigger than the actual 3.5mm jack. So make sure your headphone plug is circular and can fit in this hole. It will work with the stock headphones of course, and it luckily worked with my Shure E3c's.
Have fun!