On 8/25/2009 11:20 PM, James Fraser wrote:
> Hello,
>
> --- On Tue, 8/25/09, SteveC wrote:
>
>> Like I mentioned before, I have a real 2100 coming, and was wondering >where I can get a stand that will hold the device at a 30-degree
>> angle in portrait or landscape position. I'd like to use my keyboard with >it as well as write on it when it's on the desk.
>
> You didn't mention whether or not the 2100 that's en route to you is coming with a case, so I'm guessing it isn't. If that is so, you may want to pick up one of the black Cordura nylon Newton cases:
>
> http://tinyurl.com/kkcxad
>
> I can't speak to how well it works with the Newton in a vertical orientation, (I always used mine in landscape) but perhaps someone else on the list can comment on how well it does (or perhaps doesn't) work like that.
>
> Here's a set of photos from Sonny Hung's photostream that shows off the case to best advantage:
>
> http://www.flickr.com/photos/sonnyhung/sets/72157594291889068/
>
> It's a stylish, hard-wearing case that looks good either on your desk or on the road, with the embroidered Newton logo setting it off quite nicely. :) The cases were fairly common in the Newton's heyday, but I'm not sure what one might go for nowadays.
I would mention though that they are a great case, with one exception.
By default those elastic straps hold your newton by the lid. It is not
a very secure way and it is only a matter of time before your lid hinges
crack.
I would use some other method of attaching it. Perhaps make a harness
out of velcro and stick the hook side in the case. Of course if you
only want it to hold the newton up and not travel with it, this may not
be necessary.
-Dan
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