Official Nexus 7 Dock Quick Review: A Solid Accessory That's Worth Its Price – If You Can Find It

After months of speculation, pre-orders, and cameo appearances, it's finally here (kind of) – one of the precious few official Nexus accessories users have ever been able to purchase: the Nexus 7Dock. After snapping one up when they appeared at B&H, I was one of the unlucky handful to receive a "we regret to inform you" email, noting that the dock was not, in fact, available yet. Just a few days later, though, my dock showed up in the mail.

For those still on the fence about whether the dock is worth the hype it's enjoyed, I decided to give the accessory a quick review. In a word, the official Nexus 7 dock is nice. Is it a must have, can't-miss purchase? Maybe not, but if you want a classy way to stand up your tablet, you won't find a better option than ASUS' official dock.

What it Looks Like

The dock is sleek. It's big enough to cradle the edge of the Nexus 7, but not much bigger. That said, it's weighty. It feels very solid, and has a rubbery bottom that