This is a review of the Google Nexus 7 Keycase, which is a leather keyboard case for the Nexus 7. Generally I’m not one for the keyboard cases on tablets simply because of the size of them in most cases but this case is one of those exceptions. When you first open the box that holds the Nexus 7 Keycase you will find instructions on pairing the keyboard, a USB cable for charging the keyboard, and a case that has a foam insert where your tablet will go. You will also notice that the keyboard can easily be removed to use independently from the case itself.
Nexus 7 Keycase Design:
The Keyboard case is made of a strong leather that is not only solid and not flimsy as you expect from leather cases but the seams are tight and strong. The enclosure for the tablet itself is very snug with a flap on the bottom that velcro’s under the tablet to hold it tightly in place. You will also notice that the keyboard itself is tightly sown into a leather enclosure as well. This case is as solid a design as you will ever see in a leather case and still has many features to be desired. One of the other design aspects worth mentioning is the fact that it has a stand in the back so it can be propped up to be used like a laptop. This stand closes when your not using the tablet flush with the outside of the case. The case when closed is held closed by a flap that slides into the top holding it tightly. The only negative that we found with the case design is that flap although it is one of those things that looks to be the best way to do it.
Nexus 7 Keycase Keyboard:
The best feature by far on this case (and the reason most are buying it) is the keyboard. The small keyboard is roughly the same dimensions as the Nexus 7 as far as width and high (easily thinner) but still large enough to be useful and feel like a real keyboard. You can turn the keyboard off with a switch on the bottom right which is also how you pair it via Bluetooth. While its a nice looking and functional keyboard you can also remove it from the case easily by lifting it up. The keyboard stays in place by an almost unnoticeable magnet although is held on nicely. You can lift the keyboard out of the case and in the future if you decide to change cases it can still be used independently from the Keycase.
Nexus 7 Keycase Protection:
This was the area we were initially worried about although this case gives as much if not more protection than your rugged cases due to the tight design and slightly wider edges than the device itself. When closed your Nexus 7 is in a leather enclosure that almost nothing is exposed. When open the tablet is completely covered besides the screen although the leather around the front will still protect your device from a front drop.
We love the Nexus 7 Keycase Keyboard case design, functions and features as well as the professional quality. Of course we will give you the negatives as well although don’t expect anything too bad as its a great case. It is much larger than most Nexus 7 cases (although rather thin for having a keyboard in it). Many people look for keyboard cases that are solid although you will have a hard time finding one that protects as well as this one. Last but not least, when using the Keycase the tablet sits at a 45 degree angle and cannot be adjusted.
Overall this is the best keyboard case we have used for the Nexus 7 and we recommend it to anyone looking to use their Nexus 7 as a laptop. If you have this case please drop us a line and let us know how you like it and if your thinking about getting it and have questions ask those as well.