BlackBerry Flip Shell Case brings smart protection to the BlackBerry Z10

That is really nice, buying.

I like my case except when it comes time to take it out of the case... It's locked in there really good. No chance to take it out to put it in a charger stand easily.

I bought this case with my z10 but I did not like it much so I returned it. I did end up removing the phone from the case all the time.

I've had mine for a week (I got the white case) ....now I just need the phone. Thieves lifted my CC# somewhere. New CC on its way.

Personally I find the flip case easy to take off although you have to be used to it. Pop out 3 corners and presto; watch out for your battery door coming a little undone. However, I feel that the case should have a way to stay closed. I like my black case but after seeing the red one, I have to go and buy it.

I love my flip case :) but I'm surprised Kevin didn't show off the other way to use it as a kickstand. If you flip the case over, so that the USB/HDMI ports are at the top, it gives you a more stable "shallow" viewing angle, while also exposing the ports for charging or to connect to a TV. This is my preferred viewing angle as the phone feels a little more secure at the shallow angle.

Think I may have convinced my cousin to switch from his iPhone 4S to this instead of the iPhone 5 :D he played with it for 5 minutes over the weekend and was really impressed with it.

that's a very cool design. i'm so getting that case... in red :) ... maybe white. i haven't decided yet.

Initially the case was tough to remove, but has become easier. Just a note, I personally am not too happy with the functionality/usability of the case. Design, and protection is great, but one handed us is a little cumbersome, and its far more comfortable to hold like a book. This could be that the case is still new and ridgid and perhaps ovetime the flap will fold behind to make a little more comfortable for one handed use. Again, this is just my opinion. I'm still waiting for CB to restock the White Transform hardshell so I can buy that and try it out...Anyone from CB have an idea when it will be available?

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Great concept.. My only concern and reason not to buy is what happens when you just want a clean front with nothing impeding handling from either side on the sides, etc.

Love the fact that you called out the magnetic capabilities BB's have had for YEARS. And, everyone thinks that Apple invented the world. Such BS.

That whole magnetic connector on apple laptops - My Japanese hot water boiler had that 20 years ago.

Crapple.

A few questions

Can you flip the part covering the screen right round so it sits flat along the back of the phone so it's easy to hold without bits sticking out? (hope that made sense)

If it can, would the magnetic thing put the phone to sleep in that position? (which would obviously be a bad thing)

Wow, this is so cool! I'm going to get one.

Bought the case, its quite nice.. however Charging the BB10 with the case on means the case needs to stay open (would have been nice to be able to charge from the bottom rather from the side)

I have a black Flip Shell case with a white phone, and it looks amazing.

I do like that the phone goes into holster mode when the cover is closed, but the cover when closed slides around, BB should have added some way to hold the cover closed. Maybe magnets in the corners. This to me is an issue, so I have ordered a transform case as a replacement.

I really like this case except for three issues: the lack of magnets to hold it shut, the inability to access the charging ports while it is shut, and most of all the covering up of everyone's favorite blinking red light. Any one of these three I would be willing to deal with, but with all three I feel compelled to look elsewhere

My Z10 is on order (in the UK) and I'm very interested in this case. From the video, it looks like the front cover does not stay closed too well. Does the cover stay closed on its own?

Is it a flip case or more of a flap case?

Thanks for any input.

Works same as old BB smartphones & ipad smart covers. Perfect :)

Might be a dumb question, but how do you fold the cover back if you actually want to talk on the phone when it rings?

I love that functional case design. I wish that there was one made for the PlayBook, even though it does not seem to have the magnetic switch to put it into sleep mode.

direct copy of the apple smart covers...kinda disappointed they didn't create they're own. Wonder if apple will try a law suit.

I don't have one yet but why not just "Flip" it around when charging or at night so the connections are exposed????

This is the case I want. But I have to wait until the end of March to get my phone. Maybe by then the case will be on sale.

The red, black and white makes it so sexy.

So far the comments tell me:

The case isn't held shut very strongly with the screen covered
You can't charge the phone with the case closed
The case doesn't hold itself open when you want the screen exposed.

Are all of these true? If so, this sounds very flawed.

Would only get it if it had a slot for credit cards and I.d. etc

does it come in any other color? i dont like the red color

Someone already asked this but have not seen a response yet.
What do you do with the flap/screen cover when you want to make a phone call?
It looks like it might be bulky to use for a phone conversation.
This is the type of case I have been wanting but need to be able to hold it to my ear comfortably.

It was the first case I got. (Best Buy). I returned it because I found it hard to type with when it was folded over.

I now have the hard kickstand OEM one, and the wood backed CaseMate.

I have had this case for a little less than a week now and I can answer some of the questions posted here.

-You can just flip the cover around the back when making or answering a phone call. Sort of like how you flip the cover of a magazine over to hold it in one hand. I have found this a little cumbersome and have had the phone slip out of my hand because of it. Fortunatly I was sitting on my couch when it happened. It is bulky when on a phone call. But I do tend to use bluetooth or the speaker(which is awesome by the way) most of the time.
-The cover does fold back flat like an open book and stays there.

-It is true the cover does not lie very flat over the front of the phone when closed. This is a pet peeve of mine. I am thinking though as the cover wears it will lie more flat.

-it is fairly hard to get out of the case but the flip side it is super secure in the case.
-Folding the cover around the back does not put the phone into "holster" mode.

Overall I like the case, I do not use it all the time because i do feel, like any case, it covers up the beauty that lies beneath. I will probably buy a different case and switch them around depending on my mood.

That case is bad you know what!

darn. I don't know what it is but no reviewer of this case wants to show how it looks folded back and held in one hand. I was hoping Kevin would do it.. I was also interested to know if the cover flip flops a lot given that nothing grabs it on the display..

I found it very awkard to remove the Z10 from the case and often popped the battery cover off a little. I also found it awkward to hold with the cover folded back in my left hand. If these issues dont bother you then this a very nice case. I prefer the Transform personally after trying out both.

I just got this red case for my brick yesterday. Looks good and feels great. The brick fits in snugly and if you are used to getting the PlayBook in and out of the BB Keyboard case then you will have no problem getting your z10 out of this case. Note: the battery cover of my brick did come slightly off every time I removed it.

The price is also great. Every Canadian retailer sells it for $34.99 but i got it for under $30 at Crackberry.

I am not using it anymore though as I see no reason to protect my brick. When Rogers sends me my replacement Z10, I'll be slipping it into the flip case pronto like.

Also got the spare battery and charger combo from Crackberry. It isn't available anywhere else yet (retail or online). I look forward to using it soon too.

Get the transformer case if you intend on using the Multimedia Dock.
I've used both and the Transformer works better with the dock and with my custom holster (old 9000 BB Holster from RIM) Just cut the flap off and it fits great I hate using the flaps anyway and usually cut it off no matter what device I used. Prior to using the modified bold case with Z10, I used it with a Storm 2 with the Otterbox case on. The Transformer case actually fit and is gripped by the case well. I tried using the Flip case and it was too snug.

Case is great for keeping the phone clean and protected, but probably not an ideal case in terms of function. To address some of the concerns (and reiterate some of the answers already listed above):

- When closed, no access to the USB port for charging or syncing (not a huge deal - just flip the front cover behind the device).

- Front cover is a little flimsy and does not sit securely against the front of the device (especially after having it set up as a kickstand for a while - the cover has a bit of a "memory" because of the fold that allows it to transform into the kickstand).

- Surprised no has mentioned it yet, but camera use is akward when the case is installed too. You can't fold the cover around back because you will cover the lens, and you can't have it covering the screen (obviously). You pretty well need to use two hands to operate successfully.
You CAN fold the front in two, and THEN flip around back and operate one-handed, but just not ideal; doesn't feel natural.

- Has a knack for attracting pet hair too, because of the velvet-y texture of inside and outside front cover

- It is a little difficult to remove the phone from the case (although, I assume most buy cases to leave on anyways, not change like a pair of underwear)

- Just a little akward when answering or talking on the phone

Just note that all of the above are minor inconveniences and in no way are meant to deter anyone from picking one up. They look and feel great, are reasonably priced, and you do adapt to it pretty easily. Just depends on the individuals preferences and intended use, much like anything else.

I hope they make more colours... I like the white one the best, but that would get dirty in a heartbeat. I LOVE the samsung cases, especially the bright colours they come in.

Flip case needs an opening down the spine to allow charging when case closed especially when in the car .

That way you can leave it in your purse for charging and not walk away without it.

Exacto knife solved that problem

Also needs a cut out to see LED flashing

I wonder what amazing cases are going to be made for the Q10. Now that is what I wanna know! :)

I watched the video, then went out and bought one. LoL

Great case and a great price from the Crackberry Store. I got the white to go with my white Z10. Everyone calls their white Z10 a storm trooper... well, I now call mine Storm Shadow!

Warning on this case, or others. I have has this case for a few weeks. I was just taking my BB out of the case and lightly pushing down on the tip left corner to flip the edge off the bottom right. Hear a pop and looked at the BB. The top right corner of the screen is now cracked, a full triangle from about a thumb width down the side across to between the speaker and light. The entire top of the BB is now dead to the touch and I can not access any swipe down menus. Be very careful when removing the BB from the case, I have done so many times with no issue and I was not pressing hard at all.

Hello all, I havent read a single comment about the auto dimmer function not working. I just got my case and auto dimmer doesnt work. I was excited about this function to save battery life as mine doesnt last a whole day. Anyone knows why it doesnt work? Is it because of the screen protector on the phone or is it the setting? Thanks in advance.

Will be getting this in black

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Best case is a soft plastic case.. flexible durable.. add a screen protector and that's all you need!

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Is there a way to set the phone so the case doesn't wake it up? Just curious.

I had to search the world over to find a PINK flip case. Made in China wins again

I've got white and red! They're perfect!

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Picked up a Red one today from Verizon. T-Mobile don't seem to sell any in the U.S yet..

Cool case.