OTTERBOX Symmetry Series for Microsoft Surface Pro 3 - Retail Packaging - Slate (Clear/Slate Grey)

I use my Pro 3 for teaching and needed a case that was more rugged than my leather portfolio case. This will definitely do the job. I love how it has the raised rubber corners this will help when using it in tablet mode for writing and lectures.The case is very snug and looks sharp. I really like how it has the keyboard protector as well. One cool feature is the magnetic for keeping it closed for transport. Some of my courses are a half mile walk from my office, it will be a comfort knowing my keyboard and surface are well protected riding in my backpack or satchel.One downside, if you could call it that, is how hard it is to use the kickstand. You have to pull the two corners free from the tablet but once you've d I'll ne that it operates as normal. The reason I'm still giving 5 stars, is that the case should be very secure and durable. So this is a downside I'm willing to have.Hope this helps making your decision.

This cover fits nicely and adds some good protection for my Surface Pro 3. In addition to the normal computer tasks folks would use the Surface for, I also use this for downloading and analyzing on track data from my racecar. I wanted something to protect the housing out there in the paddock. This is perfect.I am not sure I get what the issues are some folks mention about fit and usability. It fits and works well (keyboard flips down, stand opens fine). I do get the issue with exposed corners when using the Surface stand. But for using in tablet mode this is a good option with great protection.There is a method I use to open the cover to use the stand. Place the unit on your lap keyboard cover down, with the word "Surface" facing you. Lift the unit so it it upright "Surface" away from you, hold at corner with thumbs on ridges, push open with thumbs. It's tight, but you get used to it. push the rubber ridges out and forward, don't bend/force the Surface housing. Closing you have to push the rubber corners back over the Surface housing. Sounds more complicated than it is, and yeah it's not as "foolproof" as it should be...but it works:)

UPDATE: Otterbox replaced the case "under warranty" with free shipping. Problem solved. The new case fits my Surface Pro 3 properly. All ports, switches and vents align correctly. I replaced the photos with the proper replacement case images.I will say that opening the case, specifically releasing the seal to open the kickstand is challenging. It's very tight. It's fine, but tight. I think it'll stay closed properly upon a drop, and that's a good thing. However it sure does take some deliberate force in the well-marked edge seal area to open the stand. I'm thinking it will loosen a bit over time, and with some practice. Thanks for solving the problem Otterbox!===Original review===As soon as I did a test fit, I called Otterbox support and they have a warranty replacement in process for me. That said, the Symmetry Series cover for Microsoft Surface Pro 3 I received is the correct overall size and basic operation, and yet, is simply not correct, aka way off in a few areas of essential control access. The volume control rocker, left edge is not accessible, the headset connector is fine. The top left edge power button is good, but has a rocker switch for a non-existent (volume?) control. The right edge access to USB and display connection openings are misaligned. Everything else about it fits nicely. Even the keyboard cover piece fits well. The photos tell the full story.In any case, every company gets a chance to fix mistakes in my book. I'll see what the replacement from Otterbox looks like when it arrives and will update my review. One side note: When I spoke with Otterbox support, I offered to send a couple photos so they could see exactly what was happening, but they passed on the offer and just processed a warranty replacement.OtterBox SYMMETRY SERIES for Microsoft Surface Pro 3 - Frustration Free Packaging - SLATE (CLEAR/SLATE GREY)

I repaired the screen of a Surface Pro 3 that was dropped and purchased this to hopefully prevent another accident. There were no instructions with the minimal packaging, but I was able to find a video on how to install on line. I did find the peeling back the bottom corners to use kickstand very clunky and I have concerns of damaging the screen when doing so. I have an after market keyboard which wouldn’t slide into the clear cover due to a side charging port. I had to cut a notch our where the port would be if it slid into the cover. Once done I slid that side of the keyboard into the holder and was able to tuck the other side of the keyboard into its slot. I was impressed by how thick the plastic of the cover was and even after I cut out a section, the cover was just as sturdy as before the alteration. It is a bit heavy but does appear to offer the protection from drops I was looking for in a case, time will tell. . .

Es un excelente protector de todo el equipo, ademas de que tiene muh buena vista

Upon following the instructions in the package I fitted this however the force required to then open the stand created a small bend cracking the screen which has rendered the surface useless. Would not recommend if you value your surface. Have yet to contact the seller but I'm going to assume they will say that's on me.

Das Austellen des Displays bzw ausklappes des Ständers am Surface ist manchmal etwas fummelig dafür ist der Schutz beinahe perfekt.

La seule protection pour Surface pro 3 que j'ai trouvé, sans rabat sur l'écran…Elle est très solide, simple à mettre, je peux facilement enlever la partie basse pour mettre ma Surface sur le dock bureau. Elle se compose de deux parties séparées : l'une permet de protéger la Surface à proprement parler (alignement parfait avec les trous et parfaite protection des coins), l'autre permet de protéger indépendamment le Cover. C'est très bien pensé, comme je peux enlever le Cover et utiliser la Surface en tablette sans m'embêter avec un rabat sur l'écran ou alors avoir à enlever la protection pour n'utiliser que la tablette…C'est exactement ce que je cherchais… Je trouve dommage que cela soit le seul modèle de la sorte pour la Surface pro 3, d'accord il y a plusieurs versions ultérieures, mais les possesseurs de la pro 3 devraient pouvoir continuer à s'équiper au même titre que les autres…J'aurai juste aimé une autre couleur que le gris, mais ça c'est parce que j'aime bien que tout soit coloré.

La he comprado para la surface pro 3 de mi padre, que la utiliza día a día en el taller, y la verdad es que queda muy bien protegida, además, también viene una tapa rígida para la funda del teclado y que encima se puede quitar si sólo quieres usarla a modo tableta, cuando está puesto el teclado y queda cerrado, queda completamente protegida. Lo que no termina de convencerme del todo es que el apoyo trasero de la surface al quedar tapado, queda encajado por la funda en las esquinas inferiores y para abrir la tapa hay que desencajar la funda para poder abrir el apoyo. Pero sólo cuando quieras usar la surface como portatil en la mesa, cuando lo usa como tablet queda muy bien protegido. Es bastante firme y resistente. Buena compra.