I just received my CP-321 official Nokia case for the N900 from handtec.

Fits snugly over the phone - the cut-out at the top leaves the Nokia logo exposed.

However, as you may expect, it's a bit of a nightmare to get off when you receive a call - I have found the best way is to squeeze the bottom and ease the phone out of the top.

Also, if you have a handstrap attached, when putting the phone back into the pouch you have to dangle the handstrap through the hole in the bottom of the pouch before pushing the phone in.

So, I will only be using the ouch when the phone is in my pocket - when I get to work etc. it'll stay out of the pouch on my desk.

I like the CP-321, the only frustrating thing about it is its landscape orientation...

1) It blocks power/USB and headphone jacks
2) It can be a little tricky to get the phone out of the holder...

For 1 I got a BH-214 bluetooth headset for music as unfortunately with this case you cannot have anything plugged in. The case has stretched out a bit now as I've had it in constant use for the last month and a half so its not as bad now...

So atm no good cases out there? Or if there are what are your recommendations?

Just seen this on Ebay:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/B1-EASECASE-Cu...#ht_4509wt_939

Looks pretty decent, what do you think?
I've just ordered a CP-321, beats the hell out of a crappy sock...

I was about to order CP-321 but I did some research and most of reviews are bad so I'm avoiding it for now...

Confirmation: Silicone one mentioned above is a waste of money. It's as sloppy as a merlin's sleeve

I recently bought a Lamb skin pouch to try off ebay.



I admit the ebay picture looks rather ugly yet in person this is by far the nicest and most protective case/pouch I've had. While it's actually a "pouch" meaning you have to pull it in and out the N900 fits rather snug and looks rather nice in it. If you have a black wallet that matches it looks good together.

On a side note, unlike alot of other leather goods i've gotten off ebay this case doesn't smell and the inside of the case has a nice fabric on it.

Probably the nicest thing i've used thus far. I recommend it!


E: Updated starting post too to include previous info. I'll get a photo of this case when I can.

Anybody? I just want strong tabs and not have to shim it to prevent scratches. I do have a Zagg full body though if that helps.

Looking at it I would have to say no. The hard rubberized case is... well... rubberized. And it's stiffer. The photo in your ebay listing shows that case to be very flexible. I don't know what that does for protection though.

I will say that the hard rubberized case isn't as bad as it might seem. It's problem is bad QC. I bought five and some were perfect others not. If you have a warped case it will have a loose fit that can scratch. I rectified this with heat and reforming the case and some sanding. Fits great now.

I have a clear protector too which gives me peace of mind. I think the zagg has the same cut. Bear in mind that it does affect the fit. It is more snug or the tabs may not reach but at least I know the case won't be scratching the phone.

Could you recommend a hard case then? I have the Zagg, but I'm not sure if I'll install it since it doesn't cover the rim of the screen.