It leaves open the various connectors, but hides the LED, and does not automatically turn the unit on standby. It folds easily to the back of the unit.
Its main drawback is its bulk, as much by the size (thickness), its weight. She holds closed with a magnet on the top tab.
EDIT: I saw my commentary on the rise after experiencing a similar case, on paper, but in reality a very inferior thereto Artificial Leather Cover for BlackBerry Z30 - black - Cover PhoneNatic Cubierta.