How does this cover stay closed? Does it use magnets?If you want to flip the cover all the way to the back, does it stay there too, by using magnets?
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The Samsung case does NOT have any magnets. It stays shut by a elastic strap on the inside of the cover that stretches over the case to keep it shut. You use the same strap when you flip the cover under the tablet. I like it better than a magnet, I am always a little concerned that a magnet may cause a problem at some point.
474377
More info - I just realized there are other ways this cover can be used as a stand. The other way is through the rigidity of the cover and how it bends provides a nice reading position.
1415945
The cover stays closed primarily through structure and weight. I really have not had a problem with it staying closed. There is a magnet in the cover to attach to the back for standing the Galaxy up.
1389202
No, mine does not have a magnetic lock to keep it closed. The magnets are on the other side, like binding on a book. I had not noticed because I carry it like a book and I keep it in a padded, zipped and fitted case.
805429
There isn't a magnet keeping the case closed, but it does stay shut. From what I know, the Nexus 4 doesn't have a magnet in it that would keep it closed anyways. But overall gravity works just fine to keep it closed.
1566245
It does fold flat against the back but not magnetically held there. There is a magnet when closing cover over front. Also the frontcover folds into 3 sectioned parts and there are magnets to hold it in that position. Great cover, it will also fit into cover pouch that came with tablet for extra protection when traveling.
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The back cover does not have any magnets embedded, so when folded open the front cover flaps unless held.This is not a big issue in terms of actual use since the device's size is so small, I naturally hold it closed, and adding magnets seems even a bit superfluous.
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Yes, it's just a two piece magnet. One part actually clamps on the flip part itself and the other attaches to the bezel of the phone with an adhesive strip that's pretty strong. The magnet is actually within the piece that attaches to the phones bezel and once the flap is closed the magnet holds it together and keeps it from opening up on its own which will happen with the S-View case or any other flip cover without some type of locking mechanism. It's a simple solution at a reasonable price.
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yes it has magnet closures and no it doesn't affect it! I love my cover! its great!
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Hi yes, the cover uses magnets to keep the cover closed and turn the pad on when you open it. I've never noticed any interference. Works like a champ. I like this cover a lot more than the stock origami cover Amazon wants to match up with the Kindle Fire HDX. The origami cover felt weird to open, like it was peeling up in pieces. This cover looks and feels great, and gets a lot of positive comments. A super value at a third the cost of the origami cover.
49093
It is not a magnetic cover. It has a little suction cup and this is how it stays closed. I think that a proximity sensor shuts down the screen once cover is closed, but you do need to unlock it upon opening..
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Love it!! Best cover I ever purchased! Magnet works perfect and stays closed!
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I don't understand what the point of the magnetic flap on the cover would be. Perhaps you could offer your thoughts? The magnets are on the casing itself, and the entire outer segment of the cover is a magnet. The cover closes very securely without issue when these two meet.
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On my case the only magnets seem to be on the first and fourth folds of the front cover. They are powerful enough for it to snap into the triangle shape for the stand. When I stand the mini in either the flat or upright position, it stays there firmly, so the manufacturer of this one probably didn't think it needed a magnet on the back of the case. I had read reviews of other cases where a too-powerful magnet, placed in a bad spot, would turn the mini on and off at weird times, but this case doesn't do that. Hope this helps!
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It has an elastic band on the back of the case that you can wrap around to hold the cover closed. No magnets or velcro.
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The cover is open on 3 sides so it should be no problem. I absolutely LOVE mine - it's gorgeous and very easy to use. I especially like that the little flap that holds it closed is magnetized or something, as it instantly catches and releases with a minimum of effort.
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There are no magnets to hold cover back.I did return this case because there are no openings for the top switch or volume controls, this making these function's more difficult to do. (you have to push through the leather to use them). Nice looking case however.
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I always just fold the cover behind the phone and use the magnets to keep it in place... Little weird at first to get used to, but is fine once you're comfortable with it
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Hi Nate. It is slightly magnetized without the keyboard in it. With the keyboard in (which holds onto the case by the magnet but it isn't a strong magnet because it might interfere with the electronics if it was stronger. I guess you would need to use some kind of strap or such to keep it closed when it is being moved around from a flat surface. We don't take ours outside the house so we don't have an issue. We really like it though and simply just hold it when we move it from place to place. It is substantial and it protects the IPad very well. Hope that helps!