The blue Stand and Type case for the Nexus 7 is a book style case that offers protection and slick functionality. I like the thin form factor of the Nexus, but with the fantastic display and support for Google Play Movies I wanted some kind of case with the ability to function as a kickstand. The Stand and Type case comes in a simple plastic package. The Navy Blue one looks great and has a textured finish.Google Nexus 7 Cases
The material feels like leather, but the web site states it has a "stylish leather effect" so it is some kind of inexpensive material with a leather feel. For $21, it looks great and appears to be well stitched and assembled. The Nexus 7 fits in tightly with openings for the microUSB port, power button, volume button, headphone jack, microphone, and front facing camera. There are also five circular openings in the lower back over the speaker area so you can still hear your video play. There is still quite a bit of material along the top, right, and bottom to hold the Nexus 7 securely in the case.
After sliding the Nexus 7 into the left side, you then take the flap and slip it down behind the Nexus 7 onto the Velcro piece so that the flap secures and hold the Nexus in tightly.Google Nexus 7 Cases
One of the primary reasons I wanted to take a look at this new case is the sleep function, similar to the iPad Smart Cover. With the Nexus 7 in the case you close the top flap and can feel the magnets holding it closed along the right side. When you lift the front flap you will see your Nexus 7 display turn on so you can unlock and use it. The front flap cover folds all the way around the back so you can still easily hold the Nexus in the case.
In addition to the magnetic on/off functionality, I like that you slide the front cover into a flap on the back. A rectangular area on the back houses the flap that pulls out to keep the cover secure in place. You can then prop up your Nexus 7 in landscape orientation, either at a low angle or a high angle. I like the lower angle most of the time for movie viewing and external Bluetooth keyboard use.
The SD TabletWear Stand and Type only costs $20.99, which I think is a FANTASTIC deal for a "leather" tablet case and I highly recommend it for the Google Nexus 7. It is available in blue, black, red, purple, and white.