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[ REVIEW ] Xperia Z1 Leather Flip Case from Noreve

Today we have brought another leather flip case for review from Noreve, exclusively for Xperia Z1. In past we have reviewed leather flip cases for Xperia Z, Xperia Z Ultra, Xperia SP and Xperia ZR from Noreve and one of the finest leather quality we have seen in the cases manufactured by them, it’s just superb. We will be reviewing two different cases for Xperia Z1 here in two different posts.

Xperia Z1 Leather Flip Case from Noreve, model number Tradition D is priced at 44.08€ inclusive of all taxes and ships world wide with in 24 hours free of cost. You get to design your own case if you want, choose the various color combinations and textures available. You need to pay extra 4.17€ for customization excluding default black color case. Option for gift wrapping the case is also available on paying extra 5€.

[ REVIEW ] Xperia Z1 Leather Flip Case from Noreve

As usual it came in black and red box combination which looks very neat for a retail box of a phone’s case. Let’s have a look at it. Case is present inside a red pouch.

Noreve Xperia Z1 case

Now let’s have a look at naked Xperia Z1 Leather Flip Case from Noreve.  In the above pic you can see on front is has Noreve’s brand logo on bottom right corner.

At back Noreve- Saint Tropez is written in silver color and stitched in black thread.

Noreve Xperia Z1 case Leather

Let’s put Xperia Z1 inside the case. Case fits perfectly. Notice the front flap’s inner lining there is Noreve embossed everywhere, surface lining is smooth so that no harm to screen is made. All bumper clips are at perfect place so that phone fits firmly inside case.

Non-magnetic closure is included in the case.

Xperia Z1 Leather Flip Case from Noreve

Xperia Z1 inside the case. Do notice the width of the flaps of case.

Xperia Z1 Noreve

Perfect space for speaker grills in the case.

Noreve Xperia Z1 Leather case

Notebook style of case. You can’t access any ports while case in on along left profile of case i.e. you can’t use magnetic charging dock DK31 or EC21 charging cable while this case is on.

Xperia Z1 Noreve Leather case

Opening for 3.5mm headphone jack in the case. Do note that there is no opening for hearing speaker on front flap which means if you use the phone for call while case on then hearing sound will be very low as what we faced.

Noreve case Xperia Z1

While case in on, you may still be able to access the power button, volume rocker keys, SIM card slot and external camera key on right profile of Xperia Z1.

Z1 Leather case

SIM card slot port opening.

Xperia Z1 Flip case

External camera shutter key opening.

Xperia Z1 Notebook case

Perfect camera opening in the case without any obstruction for LED flash light. An opening for secondary microphone is also provided at top.

Xperia Z1 Leather case

Noreve logo is embossed in whole inner lining of front flap.

Noreve Xperia Z1

Pros

  • Superb leather quality.
  • Durable enough
  • Protection against normal daily life shocks and jerks.
  • Ports Accessible – Yes.
  • Hand made leather used.
  • Can be used as a back stand.

Cons

  • Absence of hearing speaker slot in front flap.
  • Some users may find it a bit expensive but it’s a quality product you must admit.

Thanks Noreve for providing case for review 🙂 Check the official listing of Xperia Z1 Leather Flip Case from Noreve.

Do let us know if you have ever used a mobile case from Noreve, do you like the leather quality. If you are using some other good quality leather cases for Xperia Z1, let us know in comments.

[ REVIEW ] Xperia Z1 hard-shell back case framed with Leather from TETDED

Continuing our set of reviews for Xperia Z1 cases, we have brought today a unique hard-shell back case for Xperia Z1 which is framed with leather at its back and all sides, another fantastic product from TETDED. After reviewing hard-shell flip leather case from TETDED for Xperia Z1 we are very much impressed by the quality of the products they manufacturer.

TETDED sent us this Xperia Z1 hard-shell back case framed with leather as a regular review sample unit. It is priced at €28 and is shipped worldwide, just like previous reviewed case it is also available in many color variants like black, white, orange, red, navy blue, pink, purple, yellow, toffee yellow, burgundy red, espresso brown, charcoal black, olive-green, Merlot purple, Blueberry and many other textured designs with various shapes on back.

Exactly like Xperia Z1 Hard-shell flip Leather Case from TETDED, it is also shipped in same black cover with a piece of leather pasted on the front box displaying the color of the leather case.

Front cover of Xperia Z1 hard-shell back case framed with Leather from TETDED

TETDED logo is embossed at the back of case.

TETDED logo is embossed at the back Xperia Z1 case

It is very similar to any other hard-shell back case except that it’s back is framed with genuine cowhide leather ( handmade ). Thick grain texture is given at the back of case with perfect bumpers around each corner.

Xperia Z1 hard-shell back case framed with Leather from TETDED - Review

Accessibility 

At the right side of  Xperia Z1 hard-shell back case framed with Leather from TETDED external camera shutter button, power button, volume rocker buttons are exposed while SIM card slot it covered by the case.

On the left side of case, Micro SD card and USB slots are exposed while unfortunately magnetic charging slot is covered up, so you can’t put it on Sony Dock DK31 or connect Sony EC21 magnetic charging cable while case is on

At the bottom, speaker grill is well exposed.

3.5 mm headphone jack port is well seen with case on.

3.5 mm headphone jack port opening

Camera lens opening in the case and secondary microphone opening is at the perfect place.

Pros

  • High Quality Leather Framed back ( handmade ).
  • Tough Build.
  • Solid Back case.
  • All ports are well accessible.
  • Covers phone fully.
  • Not so bulky.

Cons

  • Magnetic charging slot is covered up so can’t be accessed while case is on.
  • EC21 magnetic charging cable can’t be used.
  • Can’t be used on Dock DK31.

If one doesn’t use Dock DK31 or EC21 cable to charge his Xperia Z1, then Xperia Z1 hard-shell back case framed with Leather from TETDED is one of the best available in market.

Thanks TETDED for sending us 🙂 Check out the listing of TETDED Xperia Z1 Back case here. Have a look at all available 9 colors.

If you have already used this case, or using another hard-shell back case for Xperia Z1, let us know. Drop your comments below, do you like the case…

[ REVIEW ] Xperia Z1 Hard-shell flip Leather Case from TETDED

TETDED, don’t know if you have heard the name or not but they have got one of the best colored varieties of premium leather cases for Xperia smartphones. Today we are reviewing Xperia Z1 Hard-shell flip Leather Case from TETDED, one of the best leather case we have seen besides cases from Noreve. Recently we reviewed Xperia Z1 cases from Roxfit, RockPhone CN and Muvit miniGEL Xperia Z1 case and Essential pack.

TETDED sent us this Xperia Z1 Hard-shell flip Leather Case in Black color as a review sample unit. It is priced at 35.50 € and is shipped worldwide. The best thing about this manufacturer is that they have cases in many colors ranging from brown, black, yellow, purple, pink, navy blue, orange, red, white. We just love the variety they have.

Xperia Z1 Hard-shell flip Leather Case from TETDED is shipped in very nice black box, having a black leather piece in shape of star pasted on the box describing the black color of case. Look at the front of cover.

Xperia Z1 Hard-shell flip Leather Case from TETDED - Front Cover

Back cover of case reads that it is made up of genuine cowhide leather.

Xperia Z1 Hard-shell flip Leather Case from TETDED - Back Cover

As soon as you open the box, you find white cloth wrapped around the case.

Xperia Z1 Hard-shell flip Leather Case - Wrapped in White Paper

 Stitched in yellow-golden thread and TETDED logo is embossed at the bottom of front side flap of case. Thick grain type of leather texture is given on the surface, good for a strong grip. Do notice that there is no opening for hearing speaker on the flap of case ( in front side ).

TETDED Logo on Xperia Z1 Hard-shell flip Leather Case

Back side of case has the same texture just like front side with an opening for camera lens and secondary microphone.

Back side of Xperia Z1 Hard-shell flip Leather Case from TETDED

Accessibility 

Non Magnetic colsure is there in the case and at the side of opening, space for external shutter key and volume rocker buttons are open while SIM card slot is covered up

Non Magnetic colsure in Xperia Z1 Hard-shell flip Leather Case from TETDED

At the bottom side, speaker grills are well opened so very clear sound.

Speaker grills opening in Xperia Z1 Hard-shell flip Leather Case from TETDED

Closing flap side is very similar to notebook style. As it is totally covered from closing side so it can’t be used on Dock DK31.

Closing flap side in Xperia Z1 Hard-shell flip Leather Case from TETDED

Perfect opening space for 3.5 mm headphone jack is given.

3.5 mm headphone jack opening in Xperia Z1 Hard-shell flip Leather Case from TETDED

Many users complain that covering around the camera lens normally obstructs the view and camera flash area but nothing here like that. Secondary microphone spot opening is at perfect location.

Very soft velvet lining is provided at the both inner sides of each flap so they don’t scratch the screen and back panel of Xperia Z1.

Pros

  • High Quality Leather ( handmade ).
  • Tough Build.
  • Solid Back case.
  • All ports are well accessible.
  • Covers phone fully.
  • Very slim and not so bulky.

Cons

  • Magnetic charging slot is covered up so can’t be accessed while case is on.
  • EC21 magnetic charging cable can’t be used.
  • Can’t be used on Dock DK31.

If one doesn’t use Dock DK31 or EC21 cable to charge his Xperia Z1, then Xperia Z1 Hard-shell flip Leather Case from TETDED is one of the best available in market.

Thanks TETDED for sending us 🙂 Check out the listing of TETDED Xperia Z1 case here. Have a look at all available 9 colors.

If you have already used this case, or using another flip style case for Xperia Z1, let us know. Drop your comments below, do you like the case…

[ REVIEW ] PDair Xperia Z1 Vertical Pouch Leather Case

Xperia Z1, the best of Sony for the best of you and for that mesmerizing handset we will now be reviewing some of the best accessories for Xperia Z1 in market. Starting from protective leather cases, we have brought you a Vertical Pouch Leather Case for Xperia Z1 from PDair makers. In past we have reviewed leather cases from RoxFit, Noreve etc. it’s the first time we are reviewing cases from PDair.

PDair sent us “PDair Xperia Z1 Vertical Pouch Leather Case ” for review. The unit ships from Hong Kong and comes to you in almost 5 business days depending on your location. PDair ships worldwide free of cost. PDair Xperia Z1 Vertical Pouch Leather Case is priced decently at $32.99 and fits perfectly in all Xperia Z1 models like C6902/C6903/C6906/L39h.

PDair Xperia Z1 Vertical Pouch Leather Case falls in premium leather case category, handmade leather.

Let’s proceed with the review of PDair Xperia Z1 Vertical Pouch Leather Case to see what it holds beneath it.

[ Review ] PDair Xperia Z1 Vertical Pouch Leather Case

PDair Xperia Z1 Vertical Pouch Leather Case comes in a brown colored box made of solid cardboard.

PDair logo is marked at the bottom center of box in black font.

PDair Xperia Z1 Vertical Pouch Leather Case box

We are reviewing a black PDair Xperia Z1 Vertical Pouch Leather Case.

PDair Xperia Z1 Vertical Pouch Leather Case Black Color

The case is wrapped in a black cloth.

PDair Xperia Z1 Vertical Pouch Leather Case Review

PDair Xperia Z1 Vertical Pouch Leather Case is stitched with white thread which looks very elegant.

PDair Xperia Z1 Vertical Pouch Leather Case with phone

PDair logo is embossed on the bottom center of case.

PDair logo is embossed on the bottom center of case.

Back of case maintains plane surface without any text marked.

PDair Xperia Z1 Vertical Pouch Leather Case Back Side

Phone fits great in the case with a tight grip.

PDair Xperia Z1 Vertical Pouch Leather Case vertical porfile

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Accessibility 

Let’s have a look which parts of Xperia Z1, you can access while phone is inside PDair Xperia Z1 Vertical Pouch Leather Case.

Xperia Z1 inside PDair case

3.5mm head phone jack is well accessible when phone is inside case.

Open 3.5 head phone jack space

Open 3.5 head phone jack space

On the right hand side of  PDair Xperia Z1 Vertical Pouch Leather Case you can access the sim card slot, but normally all users will be using the phone after taking it out from the case.

PDair case

PDair case Xperia Z1

PDair case Xperia Z1 Side profile

While the phone is inside the case, you can turn on the external speaker and listen the songs. At the bottom side of case, 6 holes are provided ( 3 each at right and left side. ). As many manufacturers don’t know that speaker is actually located on the right hand side of Xperia Z1 speaker grill, so more holes should have been provided.

PDair case Xperia Z1 speaker holes

As the speaker volume got reduced while the phone was inside the case.

Durability 

PDair Xperia Z1 Vertical Pouch Leather case quality is very premium and have a great life.After using it for so many day before putting up this review, we are satisfied with it’s quality. If you want to clean the leather case then use some leather cleaning liquid and clean it with a cloth. Do not put it in water directly.

Pros

  • High Quality leather, hand made.
  • Well stitched, Xperia Z1 fits perfectly inside it.
  • Decent price.

Cons

  • Phones needs to be taken out from top, in starting it is tight to take it out.

Nothing can be written in this category, still we will advice you to hold the PDair Xperia Z1 Vertical Pouch Leather case with a firm grip in starting as it may slip out of your hands.

PDair Xperia Z1 Vertical Pouch Leather case smells a bit but it’s natural as the original leather smells a little bit.

Thanks PDair for sending us the case, if you are keen to buy, it look for PDair Xperia Z1 Vertical Pouch Leather case listing.

After cases from Noreve, we really liked the quality of leather used in making the case from PDair. If you are looking for some decent priced vertical pouch case for your Xperia Z1, you can have the above one.

Let us know your reviews if you have used this one or using another vertical pouch case for Xperia Z1.