8100/Pearl Holster

[TTune]

All - does anyone have a description (or better, a picture) of the proposed Holster for Pearl? I'm guessing it's just as simple as the 7100 style but, as this is more consumer-oriented, I'm still curious.

** Edited Oct 18 **
I attended the recent Rogers Launch event for Pearl and noticed that "Microcel" were presenting in one of the booths, there. They had quite the line up of aftermarket and OEM parts (including cases) for the Pearl and many other BlackBerry products.

Feel free to follow the link just below to check them out yourselves.
Microcel - The Accessory Professionals (http://www.microcelaccessories.com/store/productlist.asp?subcats=100&showphones=no&phoneman=44&phonemodel=546)

[bperkins]

Before the pics (black and a icky white color) were removed from the FCC site the pouch looked just like the one that accompanies the current 7130c. It is a leather pouch with a strap that straps over the top.

[osspanish]

Dose not come with a holster. I have seen the T-Mobile box and there no holster only a strap

[hnwosu]

So there is no magnet for a sleep mode? That makes no sense. All Blackberries come with holsters, with the magnet for sleep mode. This is one of the things that sets Blackberry apart from every other PDA phone, not to mention keeps the long battery life. I will have to see it for myself to believe that one.

[WirelessJunky]

So there is no magnet for a sleep mode? That makes no sense. All Blackberries come with holsters, with the magnet for sleep mode. This is one of the things that sets Blackberry apart from every other PDA phone, not to mention keeps the long battery life. I will have to see it for myself to believe that one.

I have talked to RIM staff and this one will NOT have a holster. They have designed it for in your pocket and more of the regular consumer.

[painpour]

I have talked to RIM staff and this one will NOT have a holster. They have designed it for in your pocket and more of the regular consumer.

It just wont feel right without a holster!!!

[k40jeep]

thats stupid! There should be a plastic holster with magnet for sleep mode!

[bperkins]

I agree but the 7100 series has always had a soft pouch included or available. I am sure Seidio will produce one.

[Max2884]

Wierd thing about it is, it doesnt come with a holster, but if you run a magnet over the key board it will go to sleep.

Maybe a holster will be out soon.

[hnwosu]

So why were there pictures of a white and black holseter in the FCC posting

[Boy Genius]

The retail box I saw did not come with a holster correct, but that was the T-Mobile demo unit that was shipped out to all stores, full retail ones will most likely come with a holster.

[spilly]

It seems the Pearl was designed as a "pocket" phone more than a holstered PDA. Though there are several settings (primarily in profiles) which refer to holstered/unholstered.

Also, you can put the phone into sleep/battery saver mode by pressing and holding down the mute key (silver button on top). Again, this is intended for use in pocket - locks the keys, saves battery life, but phone still active.

I just got mine, and am moderately happy with just using my pocket, though a holster would be nice.

[rambo47]

I'd give it about a week and the aftermarket companies will be falling all over themselves to offer us the "perfect accessory" for our shiney new Pearls: The Ultimate Holster™. There will be so many choices we're gonna need an online review of them to figure out which one we want.

[brianlamar]

the blackberry website has a holster but won't be available until 9/27 and is $24.99

[jsf]

The TMo store where I bought mine yesterday offered me a pretty generic holster for 19.99 for the 8100. Not sure if has a magnet/sleep thing.

[deezmfnutz]

The TMo store where I bought mine yesterday offered me a pretty generic holster for 19.99 for the 8100. Not sure if has a magnet/sleep thing.

The leather SDA holster bby tmobile will work with the 8100, it is actually a perfect fit. The case works with sleeper mode PERFECTLY as well. It is a good stop gap solution.

[seidioseidio]

Seidio is working on swivel lock plastic holster. We also offer a lot of accessories for 8100.

BlackBerry - >> 8100 (http://www.seidioonline.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWCATS&Category=1030)

Seidio

[zx6racer]

I use the SDA case for mine works great !!!

[brewrat]

i have an 8100 case i bought at the t-mobile store for $20... the magnet does engage sleep mode if you put the phone in top down and keys towards the back...

the belt clip is quite sturdy, and the magnet holds the strap in place. it's pretty decent for $20

[brewrat]

i will note however, the sales drones at the store tried to tell me that the magnet sleep mode holster was NOT a features on the 8100.. i can attest that it is however...

[Eric5273]

Seidio is working on swivel lock plastic holster. We also offer a lot of accessories for 8100.

BlackBerry - >> 8100 (http://www.seidioonline.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWCATS&Category=1030)

Seidio

Do you have any idea when this will be available?

[rambo47]

I'm gonna pick up the SDA holster tomorrow. We'll see about other holsters when they arrive, but it the SDA one does the job, that might be it. I prefer the horizontal carry position.

[jibi]

Available September 27 - $24.99 (http://www.shopblackberry.com/_blackberryaccessories/cgi-bin/pd.cgi?frompage=category_by_model&page=product_detail&fromcategory=BlackBerry+8100&category=BlackBerry+8100&pid=F2222DG25MAAP34BJZE)

[Eric5273]

Available September 27 - $24.99 (http://www.shopblackberry.com/_blackberryaccessories/cgi-bin/pd.cgi?frompage=category_by_model&page=product_detail&fromcategory=BlackBerry+8100&category=BlackBerry+8100&pid=F2222DG25MAAP34BJZE)

That just looks like a sleeve, not a holster that I can put on my belt. I prefer the plastic holsters like they sell for the 8700 series.

[deezmfnutz]

That just looks like a sleeve, not a holster that I can put on my belt. I prefer the plastic holsters like they sell for the 8700 series.


Correct, but the sleeve is perfect for all the cry babies complaining about no rings when the phone is in their pocket.......

[John Clark]

The leather SDA holster bby tmobile will work with the 8100, it is actually a perfect fit. The case works with sleeper mode PERFECTLY as well. It is a good stop gap solution.


Is this the one?

http://www.t-mobile.com/shop/addons/Accessories/Default.aspx?referrer=selectdevice&categorycode=21

[MooseBerry]

Seidio is working on swivel lock plastic holster. We also offer a lot of accessories for 8100.

BlackBerry - >> 8100 (http://www.seidioonline.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWCATS&Category=1030)

Seidio

Yeah! :razz: I like his stuff.

[deezmfnutz]

Is this the one?

http://www.t-mobile.com/shop/addons/Accessories/Default.aspx?referrer=selectdevice&categorycode=21


The third one down is the SDA case:

http://www.t-mobile.com/shop/addons/Accessories/Default.aspx?referrer=selectdevice&categorycode=21

The second one from the top is the larger MDA case, you do NOT want that one.

[LUVMSHAVD]

on BB website it shows the will have a leather case releseing on the 26th of sep

[bbyfromnh]

i bought a case from TMO store - made for the 8100? not sure why others havent seen this yet?

[NJBlackBerry]

Went to two T-Mobile stores last night. Both had the 8100, but neither had cases. I guess it is hit or miss.

[brewrat]

i've got a the pearl case from t-mobile with the magnet sleeper closer and the belt-clip

[brewrat]

here's a pic of the case available at t-mobile for $20

http://source.lakey.net/hooch/pearl_case.jpg

it does have the belt clip on the back, quite sturdy too...

[John Clark]

That one looks great to me....It's not available online at TMobile.com. Where did you get it?

[brewrat]

at their retail store in the mall..

[SlamMan]

I'll be looking forward to a Fortte.com solution

[Ron Steven]

I'm gonna pick up the SDA holster tomorrow. We'll see about other holsters when they arrive, but it the SDA one does the job, that might be it. I prefer the horizontal carry position.
What exactly does SDA stand for? Can I see it on line?

[pishster]

So this SDA holster will take care of the ringer/trackball issue because of the magnetic sleep function?

Can someone confirm that please?

[deezmfnutz]

So this SDA holster will take care of the ringer/trackball issue because of the magnetic sleep function?

Can someone confirm that please?


Yes confirmed, sleeper function works with the SDA case.

[John Clark]

at their retail store in the mall..

Can you be more specific? Since there is no TMobile store anywhere near me I was hoping to call them and see if they could ship one to me-since TMobile.com has nothing. I saw those on Blackberry.com but I only saw white and not available til the end of the month.

[brewrat]

try these guys..

Beaverton - Beaverton Mall (682)
3205 SW Cedar Hills Blvd
Beaverton, OR 97005
503-646-5124

[dngo]

Went to two T-Mobile stores last night. Both had the 8100, but neither had cases. I guess it is hit or miss.

My little T-Mobile store in the Monmouth Mall in Eatontown, NJ had cases, picked one up today. I think I would prefer a horizontal case, but I'll see how I like this one first.

Dave

[Josh123]

All - does anyone have a description (or better, a picture) of the proposed Holster for Pearl? I'm guessing it's just as simple as the 7100 style but, as this is more consumer-oriented, I'm still curious.
Thanks!



Blackberry.com. They have a leather slip case for the 8100 that will be available in about a week.

[sam_nj]

Dose not come with a holster. I have seen the T-Mobile box and there no holster only a strap

It does not come with a strap!

[Ron Steven]

After calling the T-mobile store phone number supplied in Oregon. That case that is pictured is specifically made for the BB 8100. Apparently, the Oregon market is the only one that has them. Hopefully CA & the rest will join in soon.

[brewrat]

heh, i'm in oklahoma, they have tons.. the guy who asked was in OR, so i gave him an OR number... keep calling around..

[atisvt99]

They've got a nice looking case on www*blackberrypearl*com ... this is the silverish looking one I guess a few people have mentioned. I think it's pretty slick looking myself. :)

[dngo]

After calling the T-mobile store phone number supplied in Oregon. That case that is pictured is specifically made for the BB 8100. Apparently, the Oregon market is the only one that has them. Hopefully CA & the rest will join in soon.

I just bought the exact same case in NJ today at lunch. The box says 'Designed for RIM 8100'.

Dave

[Ron Steven]

I just bought the exact same case in NJ today at lunch. The box says 'Designed for RIM 8100'.

Dave
I wonder why California is behind the times. Not cool!

[Ron Steven]

They've got a nice looking case on www*blackberrypearl*com ... this is the silverish looking one I guess a few people have mentioned. I think it's pretty slick looking myself. :)
I've looked on that website but found nothing. Can you tell me where in the site it is?

Thanks

[ddenson]

I bought the t-mo 8100 case at launch and returned it today. As brewrat mentioned, the magnet only works if you insert the phone upside down - this is because the only magnet in the case is the one that keeps the flap closed. I picked up the SDA case and as stated, it works flawlessly. BTW, they are in short supply in my local stores (mid-town NYC).

[Ron Steven]

I bought the t-mo 8100 case at launch and returned it today. As brewrat mentioned, the magnet only works if you insert the phone upside down - this is because the only magnet in the case is the one that keeps the flap closed. I picked up the SDA case and as stated, it works flawlessly. BTW, they are in short supply in my local stores (mid-town NYC).
Is the SDA case the vertical one?

[atisvt99]

I've looked on that website but found nothing. Can you tell me where in the site it is?

Thanks

I found it under accessories... I can't link to it though. :-/

[ddenson]

Is the SDA case the vertical one?

No. The SDA case is horizontal - which I prefer anyway.

[deezmfnutz]

I bought the t-mo 8100 case at launch and returned it today. As brewrat mentioned, the magnet only works if you insert the phone upside down - this is because the only magnet in the case is the one that keeps the flap closed. I picked up the SDA case and as stated, it works flawlessly. BTW, they are in short supply in my local stores (mid-town NYC).


They are mos def in short supply here in NYC. The store on the UWS 77th and broadway was sold out when I walked in. I thought I got the last SDA case at the mid-town west store yesterday. Make sure you get the SDA case and not the larger MDA case.

Both cases are very similar and are horizontally oriented.

[SAVAGE WAYZ]

One of the local TMo stores I called said they have the case for the 8100. Its a leather vertical case. I confirmed with the rep that its the exact fit case & she said the packaging says "made for the blackberry 8100" or something to the effect

[SaV]

There is an official T-Mobile case.

There it is....

[rambo47]

I bought the SDA case today and it's perfect. I prefer the horizontal carry position to the vertical, and the sleeper function works perfectly too. I did take a gander at the official 8100 case. Nice, but vertical position, and to get the sleeper function you have to put your Blackberry in upside down to take advantage of the flap magnet.

[casmer]

There is an official T-Mobile case.

There it is....


Did you take those pics with the 8100?

[SaV]

Did you take those pics with the 8100?

Yup.

On another note, I plan to exchange it for the SDA version. I much prefer that version's horizontal positioning.

[SAVAGE WAYZ]

I bought the SDA case today and it's perfect. I prefer the horizontal carry position to the vertical, and the sleeper function works perfectly too. I did take a gander at the official 8100 case. Nice, but vertical position, and to get the sleeper function you have to put your Blackberry in upside down to take advantage of the flap magnet.

Im a newbie to the Blackberry scene, so I was wondering how the case and the sleep function go hand in hand??

[brianlamar]

There is a magnet under the keypad that puts the 8100 to sleep when in contact with another magnet in the holster. It keeps the phone on standby and locks the keypad so you don't accidentally make a call. Once you take it out. It turns back on as normal. There are also settings to make the phone act differently when in the holster as opposed to when out of the holster.

[The Truth]

Someone mentioned earlier that the Blackberrypearl.com site has a photo of a "silverish" leather case. Its true, BUT, unfortunately if you go onto blackberry.com its actually a case for the 7100 series, not the 8100. Pretty decieving.

All RIM has planned thus far is a leather sleeve and an ipod-shuffle'esque rubber "jacket" for the 8100.

[rambo47]

I must say, I'm really happy with the SDA case. Seems ideal to me.

[deezmfnutz]

I must say, I'm really happy with the SDA case. Seems ideal to me.


It is actually a very nice case, I like it a fair amount myself.

[casmer]

I went to the store today to check out the SDA case and it really does fit it quite well. I wonderd though without a clip that hooks around your belt if you feel like you are going to pull the case off as well when pulling the phone out?

[SHP]

I went to the store today to check out the SDA case and it really does fit it quite well. I wonderd though without a clip that hooks around your belt if you feel like you are going to pull the case off as well when pulling the phone out?


Just got the SDA case and I agree with that it really is very nice for the 8100. Incidentally, it does have a belt clip.

[casmer]

Just got the SDA case and I agree with that it really is very nice for the 8100. Incidentally, it does have a belt clip.

Yeah, I saw that it slides over your belt. I tried it on. but many holsters these days have belt clips that actually hook under the bottom of your belt so they will not easily slip off. Without that, I was wondering if it felt like you were pullign the holster off when you took the phone out of the case.

[krazykritter]

Since this phone was designed for the comsumer and all how much does it effect battery life to have a holster vs a case like Krusell that does not have the magnet?

[cwiet1]

I just simply modded the t-mobile 8100 case I got today by taping, with black electical tape, a small magnet I had lying around to the bottom back of the case. It then acts as a "sleeper case" or whatnot. i have heard other people having to put the phone in upside down which sucks ( I did that for like two hours and then figured this simple task out) It looks great because the electrical tape matches the back perfect and you cant see it from the front at all. The magnet I used was a small one from a magnetic door latch like the ones used on glass cabinet doors on enterainment stands. Had one lying around but its like $2 at a hardware store. Works even though its not in the case but on the back. I will use this atleast until the blackberry proper cases and skins are available.

[deezmfnutz]

Since this phone was designed for the comsumer and all how much does it effect battery life to have a holster vs a case like Krusell that does not have the magnet?


Even though it is "designed for consumers" what ever that means....that does not change the fact that it is a blackberry, and blackberrys are designed to work with sleeper magnets. The sleeper magnet adds a number of functional improvments including better battery life.

[SHP]

Yeah, I saw that it slides over your belt. I tried it on. but many holsters these days have belt clips that actually hook under the bottom of your belt so they will not easily slip off. Without that, I was wondering if it felt like you were pullign the holster off when you took the phone out of the case.

Not at all. The clip is quite tight and the Pearl is so light the case doesn't move at all when I remove the phone.

[weegee]

I think I'll hold out for their OEM case.

blackberrypearl.com/assets/images/h-access_3_lrg.jpg

[somarpro]

I think I'll hold out for their OEM case.

blackberrypearl.com/assets/images/h-access_3_lrg.jpg

Me Too. I'm just not crazy about the white one

[BlissX]

deezmfnutz, in your last photo of the SDA case. It looks like theres a small gap on the top from the 8100 to the case.

Does the Pearl fit snuggly inside, or is it a bit loose?

[deezmfnutz]

deezmfnutz, in your last photo of the SDA case. It looks like theres a small gap on the top from the 8100 to the case.

Does the Pearl fit snuggly inside, or is it a bit loose?


The last photo is slightly mis-leading. The picture makes it look like there is a fairly large gap, in fact there is a very small gap. The 8100 is a pretty snug fit, actually there is just enough room so that it is easy to pull the 8100 out of the case. Keep in mind that the SDA phone is 4.53" in legnth while the 8100 is 4.2" in legnth, so there is a small gap, but not too much........about a quarter inch.

[BlissX]

The last photo is slightly mis-leading. The picture makes it look like there is a fairly large gap, in fact there is a very small gap. The 8100 is a pretty snug fit, actually there is just enough room so that it is easy to pull the 8100 out of the case. Keep in mind that the SDA phone is 4.53" in legnth while the 8100 is 4.2" in legnth, so there is a small gap, but not too much........about a quarter inch.


Great, then it's Invisible Shield + SDA Case for me.
Thanks for the clarification.

[kneyens]

Picked up my case from a T-Mobile store yesterday. Works great and I figure with thier return policy I can use it until the OEM comes out:smile:

The really nice thing about the holster isn't that it turns off your BB it's that you can have notification settings for in and out of holster.

I like the mod posted above about the electrical tape and magnet. I really don't know what T-Mobbile was thinking when designing this, but I really haven't minded putting it in upside down.

Just my .02

[NJBlackBerry]

Another vote for the SDA horizontal case. Works great!

[kneyens]

Just checked out the OEM from the image that weegee posted and based on the design I wouldn't be suprised if you didn't have to holster the Pearl upside down to use the auto shutoff.

That is unless they put two magnets in the holster. One to secure the flap and the other at the bottom to trigger the shut off.

Anybody magically get thier hands on the OEM yet that can verify?

[BluePolaski]

Just checked out the OEM from the image that weegee posted and based on the design I wouldn't be suprised if you didn't have to holster the Pearl upside down to use the auto shutoff.

That is unless they put two magnets in the holster. One to secure the flap and the other at the bottom to trigger the shut off.

Anybody magically get thier hands on the OEM yet that can verify?

I got the OEM holster in Chicago this past weekend at the Water Tower Place. They had 2 left. It is the one brewrat has pictured in the first page of this thread.

I can confirm that you have to holster the device upside down to use the magentic clip in the flap for sleeper function.

After having the case I was trying to think of a way to get a small magnet into the bottom portion of the case to avoid putting it in upside down all the time. Then the planets aligned and I remebered I had an old SpeckProducts Skin Case in my desk at work. Never could get the small magnet that came with that to stay glued in. I took that magnet and will somehow get it in the new case.

[MacFly]

so let me get this straight....

the SDA case will put the pearl to sleep, but does that solve the problem with the accidental muting of the ringer and/or notifcations previously posted about the trackball?

[deezmfnutz]

so let me get this straight....

the SDA case will put the pearl to sleep, but does that solve the problem with the accidental muting of the ringer and/or notifcations previously posted about the trackball?


yes

[pishster]

Got the SDA Horizontal case. Works good. No issues with trackball moving. Sleeper works whichever way you put the phone in. Never had a horizontal case before but I like it better than the vertical because it doesn't hit my thigh as much when I sit down.

The fit isn't perfect but good enough. There is a 1 cm gap in the length of the device and the case. But, it doesn't move around.

[yakkolio]

I got a generic case from some store in the mall which worked great. I then changed left side key (default: Voice Dial) to keylock function. Works great for me till newer cases come out.

- Dan

[mayor111]

Hey Guys,

Just an FYI - I just bought that case for the 8100. To have SLEEP MODE work with this case, you need to insert it UPSIDE DOWN...

Thanks,

[kirbo20]

I got my BB 8100 OEM leather today!!

[kirbo20]

http://serinus.us/travis/bb1.jpg

http://serinus.us/travis/bb2.jpg

[phungy]

Holy huge pics Batman!

=p

[w4rmk]

Where did you order that case from? Does it have the sleeper function?

[kirbo20]

Tessco and Yes

[bryanpittman]

I have the horizontal leather case from TMO. I have modified it by adding a small rare earth magnet to the underside of the flap. This will put the 8100 in sleep mode when the flap is snaped shut. It works great.

[drgoodtymes]

BlackBerry Accessories - RIM BlackBerry accessories store. (http://www.blackberrystuff.com)

Has the black OEM Pearl cases as well, ordered mine yesterday should see it in a couple of days.

[No Longer Registered.]

Incase anybody's interested too, I have the OEM on ebay item#160040728318

[kasperapd]

Incase anybody's interested too, I have the OEM on ebay item#160040728318

Wish I would have known this yesterday before I ordered one from blackberrystuff.com :-(

[phungy]

Wouldn't you want a silicone skin instead? The holster/case makes it more bulky.

[rperalta]

Wish I would have known this yesterday before I ordered one from blackberrystuff.com :-(
Hi kasperapd,

What is the difference? The case looks exactly the same.

Regards,

[kasperapd]

Hi kasperapd,

What is the difference? The case looks exactly the same.

Regards,

It is the same, that's the problem. I paid $10 more on the one I ordered. I would cancel, but it has shipped already.

[phungy]

^^I'm in the same situation. The package should arrive today or tomorrow. I should have done more research on silicone skins/cases.

[No Longer Registered.]

I'm going to carry those skins too. I have 160 on order on all available colors and looking to selling it between $6 - $8 dollars each. About $12 shipped I believe.. but not sure. Could be lower but not higher.

[phungy]

I just received my holster from ExtremePDA. They sent me the wrong ScreenGuard!!! (LG Chocolate instead of Pearl)

Anyways, here are some pics of the holster. I'm thinking about returning it though...
http://plaza.ufl.edu/phungy/BlackBerry%208100/holster1.JPG
http://plaza.ufl.edu/phungy/BlackBerry%208100/holster2.JPG
http://plaza.ufl.edu/phungy/BlackBerry%208100/holster3.JPG
http://plaza.ufl.edu/phungy/BlackBerry%208100/holster4.JPG
http://plaza.ufl.edu/phungy/BlackBerry%208100/holster5.JPG
http://plaza.ufl.edu/phungy/BlackBerry%208100/holster6.JPG
http://plaza.ufl.edu/phungy/BlackBerry%208100/holster7.JPG
http://plaza.ufl.edu/phungy/BlackBerry%208100/holster8.JPG

[No Longer Registered.]

OEM 8100 Lambskin Leather Tote with Removable carry strap in Pitch Black.

http://letsshipitforyou.com/images/8100tote_1.jpg


http://letsshipitforyou.com/images/8100tote_2.jpg

For those of you who are concern about what thread it comes in...
8100 pitch black comes in with black thread. The 8700 series
and the 7100 series (as shown below) comes in with white thread

8700 Series
http://letsshipitforyou.com/images/8700leather.jpg

7100 Series
http://www.eshoplimited.com/images/7100series2.jpg

[flar]

The text on the web site had seemed to imply that the totes would also have a belt clip, but from the pics it looks like they only have the straps...

[No Longer Registered.]

The text on the web site had seemed to imply that the totes would also have a belt clip, but from the pics it looks like they only have the straps...

My guess is that the site you were talking about did the description of the
item or product without seeing the real item itself first?

[flar]

My guess is that the site you were talking about did the description of the
item or product without seeing the real item itself first?
Either that or they cut and pasted from the holster description without really proofreading the result...

[mas90guru]

Be certain before investing in any case that covers any portion of the keys. Even if the case comes close to the edges, I've found it makes the keyboard tougher to use. I've never had a clase that completely enclosed my device that I've kept.

[dafreakinrican02]

OEM 8100 Lambskin Leather Tote with Removable carry strap in Pitch Black.



For those of you who are concern about what thread it comes in...
8100 pitch black comes in with black thread. The 8700 series
and the 7100 series (as shown below) comes in with white thread.



Where did you purchase this all black 8100 case? How much was the item and how much was shipping? I do assume it has a sleeper function right? Any cons to this case?

[No Longer Registered.]

Where did you purchase this all black 8100 case? How much was the item and how much was shipping? I do assume it has a sleeper function right? Any cons to this case?

I'm a retailer. I sell them on eBay.

Yes it has a sleeper function. As for cons, I will have to wait for one of my
buyers to review it and post his review here. Base on the design for the
8700g holster (which I do have), it is much nicer looking than that of the
previous design. It doesn't add bulk to your gadget making it look
thicker.

[crowberry]

So this SDA holster will take care of the ringer/trackball issue because of the magnetic sleep function?

Can someone confirm that please?
Sleeper function also works with the T-mobile holster shown above.

[zenxacred]

I have the horizontal leather case from TMO. I have modified it by adding a small rare earth magnet to the underside of the flap. This will put the 8100 in sleep mode when the flap is snaped shut. It works great.

is that the SDA case?

you didn't have to put a magnet nor attach.. what are those.. buttons of some sort?

the magnets in it in BOTH PARTS of the case (the flap and the part it snaps to) are sufficient to keep you pearl secure and put it to sleep. no modifications needed.

the clip once jumped off my belt and flew off while i was running. pearl secure inside the case. no scratch on it. a little dirty but that's all.

the SDA case is perfect for the pearl. with no mods.