I had an issue with the glossy battery door on the new tilt 2. I am accustomed to the tilt 1 and its nice rubber back. I do not like body gloves nor plastic cases. I use a screen protector and carry phone in a leather belt case. So, the glossy screen, edges, and rear created a very slippery, very expensive device.
I found no solutions to my problem online (ie replacement OEM TP2 case...) and I am very impatient so I took matters into my own hands and the results are below.
Let me know what you think!!
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I touched up a few areas after original post
amurch said:
I had an issue with the glossy battery door on the new tilt 2. I am accustomed to the tilt 1 and its nice rubber back. I do not like body gloves nor plastic cases. I use a screen protector and carry phone in a leather belt case. So, the glossy screen, edges, and rear created a very slippery, very expensive device. I found no solutions to my problem online (ie replacement OEM TP2 case...) and I am very impatient so I took matters into my own hands and the results are below.
Let me know what you think!!
(I am not sure how to post pics on this posting so links are attached) http://s851.photobucket.com/albums/ab80/amurch/
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wow man that looks really good! may I ask how you did it? is it easy enough for a not-so-creative person like me to do? I miss the texture of my tilt too...
Thank you.
I used 1000 grit sand papaer (dry and wet sanded)
After taking pics and posting, I touched up a few areas.
The feel is amazing, it has grip now and is more secure in hand.
Looks amazing! Too bad I'd be too chicken to do it, I would prebably screw the job up lol.
I guess I am the only one who like the shiny back. lolz.
Looks nice though.
I'm a huge fan of matte finishes, and that is no exception, it looks great. But like some people on here I to would be a little hesitant to try it. If I can get my hands on a spare cover then I'd probablly give it a shot. Nice work man!!
Aw man that sucks, I didn't realize the Tilt 2 didn't have the rubbery back. I LOVE that on my Tilt. Perhaps a third-party battery cover will come out for it, or perhaps I'll buy a Best Skins Ever for it, worked great for my old Treo to protect and give it a nice grip.
Looks nice. I hope that you can clean dirt and grease from the new cover.
That coating that you sanded off, that was to protect finger prints, grease and dirt.
Wait a minute.... you sanded off the protective coating on the case, just to paint it black and put on a glossy coating again?
Pretty sure the last (shiny) pic was the before picture.
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Looks nice. I hope that you can clean dirt and grease from the new cover.
That coating that you sanded off, that was to protect finger prints, grease and dirt.
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Its actually very easy to "clean" (wipe off) any finger prints and such. The finish is more like a satin finish. If you think about it, finger prints and dirt show up less on a non-glossy surface.
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Pretty sure the last (shiny) pic was the before picture.
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Correct, the last pic in the link was actually the original surface.
Thanks to all those in support. It is really great to feel like I can hold my phone now without it slipping out of my hands. As we all know, with heavy use, these devices as well as our hands can get warm creating a dangerous situation....
I was hesitant to wet sand the cover of my brand new phone but the process was very easy and took 20min or so. I knew that replacements will be available soon if I where to screw up.
Side note - Energy ROM photon Date 10/17 is insane.... Very fast, animated weather on home, and did I say it is fast and stable!
Wow, that was a neat job. Well done!
Have to say I'd probably mess up a job like that but I do agree these phones get quite slippery.
There's a few third party backs and shells appearing on ebay now for people like me who want to avoid a DIY disaster with the original!
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Wow, that was a neat job. Well done!
Have to say I'd probably mess up a job like that but I do agree these phones get quite slippery.
There's a few third party backs and shells appearing on ebay now for people like me who want to avoid a DIY disaster with the original!
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I have looked and do not see any. I would like to have a spare case to have on hand and make more mods. You have any links to listings? ( Ebay US or UK?, Didn't see any in US)
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You have any links to listings? ( Ebay US or UK?, Didn't see any in US)[/QUOTE
I found a place that sells AT&T and European battery cover, and you can check it out here
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amurch said:
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I found a place that sells AT&T and European battery cover, and you can check it out here
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Oh wow, that's a damn good looking battery door. I really like the chrome accent on the stylus hole....very nice. I am going to pick one up soon. I need to break out my dewalt and create a hle for the soft reset button, wish me luck
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amurch said:
Ut0p1a said:
Oh wow, that's a damn good looking battery door. I really like the chrome accent on the stylus hole....very nice. I am going to pick one up soon. I need to break out my dewalt and create a hle for the soft reset button, wish me luck
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Before you purchase this. NOTE: this is for original European TP2. For AT&T with extended battery and push to talk button. Go here
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amurch said:
Before you purchase this. NOTE: this is for original European TP2. For AT&T with extended battery and push to talk button. Go here
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Thanks for this, I did not place any orders yet. I will wait again till non-extended door comes out (device is already a thick burger)
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Just wondering if anyone bought one of the Case-Mate Barely There cases and what's their opinion about them. I ordered a black one yesterday and should receive it sometime this week.
This message EVOlved from my EVO!
looks great, wish they had it in white!
I like it a lot. Protects the camera. Makes it aa little difficult to pull out the kickstand. Great case though.
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looks great, wish they had it in white!
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Same here...I would prefer a white one over the black one as well. But oh well....can't have everything in life....lok
This message EVOlved from my EVO!
since i was seeking a similar solution in white,
i just picked this one up here:
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http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=190418982340#ht_3302wt_1137
ill post my thoughts when i get it in, i like it because it looks Slim, its hard plastic, its rubberized.
doesnt look like it has great camera protection
The case is fine for what it is, my friend didn't even notice I had a case on my phone.
I just got my Case-Mate today. Its freakin awesome. When it claims to be barely noticeable - its right. It feels like I'm holding my naked Evo in my hand !
The only downside per say is that its a little more difficult to press the power and the vol up and down due to the design. But its really just a case of me getting used to it. ( pun intended ) I came from an Amzer case that pretty much covered the Evo back including the power and vol buttons.
Overall, this is by far the best case out there IMO and I would love to get my mits on a white one!
Very sturdy, well designed, barely noticeable, highly recommended !
Arsenalfan said:
I just got my Case-Mate today. Its freakin awesome. When it claims to be barely noticeable - its right. It feels like I'm holding my naked Evo in my hand !
The only downside per say is that its a little more difficult to press the power and the vol up and down due to the design. But its really just a case of me getting used to it. ( pun intended ) I came from an Amzer case that pretty much covered the Evo back including the power and vol buttons.
Overall, this is by far the best case out there IMO and I would love to get my mits on a white one!
Very sturdy, well designed, barely noticeable, highly recommended !
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Is it any thinner than many of the ebay hard back shell cases?
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Is it any thinner than many of the ebay hard back shell cases?
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Absolutely !
Drop it and your done...
you're right..
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Drop it and your done...
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lol you're right. depending on how it lands. but i don't use the case for protection from dropping. just about every case breaks when dropped. i just use it to sit the phone on so i don't get scratches and to protect the camera.
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lol you're right. depending on how it lands. but i don't use the case for protection from dropping. just about every case breaks when dropped. i just use it to sit the phone on so i don't get scratches and to protect the camera.
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The case I got from Sprint seems great and I've dropped it twice... once getting out of the truck, forgot it was on my lap, lol.
Other time, opening the door, so both about 3-4 feet.
Been rocking my case for about a month and I love it. Sometime I forget I have a case on it.
althis said:
doesnt look like it has great camera protection
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If your referring to the pic of the white case above your post, that's not the case-mate case.
michd43 said:
If your referring to the pic of the white case above your post, that's not the case-mate case.
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Yeah that white case is definitely not the case-mate case. I actually bought one of those white cases off of ebay about two or three weeks ago. Its an ok case but what I noticed about the case is the small amount of table lay that it has is slightly uneven.
This message EVOlved from my EVO!
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Yeah that white case is definitely not the case-mate case. I actually bought one of those white cases off of ebay about two or three weeks ago. Its an ok case but what I noticed about the case is the small amount of table lay that it has is slightly uneven.
This message EVOlved from my EVO!
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Please compare the two when you get it in! i really want the case mate, a name i can trust also helps.. i just want white but if i have to get black so be it.
also the white one you ordered is it the same one i posted? there seems to be a few variants of similar cases.
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Please compare the two when you get it in! i really want the case mate, a name i can trust also helps.. i just want white but if i have to get black so be it.
also the white one you ordered is it the same one i posted? there seems to be a few variants of similar cases.
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No probelm...consider it done. As soon as the case-mate case arrives, i'll do a review of it. Hopefully the casemate arrives today but if not, I should have tomorrow for sure.
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brndnwbb said:
I like it a lot. Protects the camera. Makes it aa little difficult to pull out the kickstand.
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Press it out. Use your fingernail at the hinge end, starts it right out.
I finally received my case-mate barely there case today. I have to say that I like it. i like it better than the white case pictured that I got off of ebay. Anyways first off, the camera is well protected if you lay the phone on it's back side. As far as the front of the phone and table lay...there is none. The phone sits right on it's screen. But that's why you have to get a screen shield .
The kickstand is really hard to get to get to. It's like it's embedded in there or something. But it's cool. The feel of the case is smooth also. There's no texture to the case to provide any type of grip so you have to be a little careful. If you're prone to dropping your phone then this case may not be for you. On the other hand, it's fits perfect in my pocket with minimum to no bulging. The buttons are easily accessible.
All in all...I like it. It's well wroth the money.
Oh...an it also came with 2 screen protectors and a wipe cloth
EDIT; I am placing all of the pics I've posted in this thread below and removing them from later posts. This needed cleaned up plus it should make it easier for people to get a better idea of how they look when you get more than one and trade out the parts. More colors and pictures in the next few days...
I just got one of these and so far I have to say that I am impressed. The plugs that fit the earphone jack and the hdmi/micro usb ports fit remarkably well. I think that I would like it more if the colored plastic piece were a little less slippery. But it is the 'rubberized' plastic so it isn't that bad.
Another EDIT; After owning this for a few months I have to say that the plastic hasn't turned out to be that slippery at all. Just about right for staying on the dash (ish) and getting it in and out of my pocket. And I've decided it is more of a 9/10 to me. And for 10 to 12 bucks shipped, what's not to like.
Thanks garrett_tx for this Amazon link.
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http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias=aps&field-keywords=mesh+atrix+case&x=0&y=0
found them on amazon if anyone would prefer them.
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I have this case as well--white under with black gray outside--and love it. I've had it bout 2 weeks now and it's holding up quite nicely. =)
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(Thanks to my Wife for holding the phones for me.)
Awesome, thanks for the review. I was just looking at this case maybe like 2 days ago.
Could you answer a couple of questions? -
- how good is it in protecting the phone if i drop it for example?
- how much thicker does it make the phone look?
- is it possible that the part of the case which "clips on" on the front of the phone can leave scratches?
- does it come with a screen protector?
THANKS!
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Could you answer a couple of questions?
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- how good is it in protecting the phone if i drop it for example?
Not sure. Haven't dropped it yet. But as you can see it is a two piece case.
The corners are doubled up with both the plastic and silicone. So I expect the case to take the hit, and not the phone.
- how much thicker does it make the phone look?
Not much.
- is it possible that the part of the case which "clips on" on the front of the phone can leave scratches?
The silicone is between the outer case and the phone, so not a problem.
- does it come with a screen protector?
Nope.
On a side note. I am ordering another one, maybe two. I like the fact that the pieces can be mixed and matched.
Also, It is a little more difficult to use with the docks because of the flap, but not impossible.
Hope that helps.
looks like a good case and there are many cool colors combinations...
i might take one of these.
thanks!
Great review, thanks a lot. And for 2 bucks I will definitely have to try it.
Interesting. Does the silicone case feel good without the hard part?
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias=aps&field-keywords=mesh+atrix+case&x=0&y=0
found them on amazon if anyone would prefer them.
thomorph said:
Interesting. Does the silicone case feel good without the hard part?
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I removed the hard part and messed with it a little. I guess it feels ok. Without the molded plastic the silicon part is pretty loose. The sides are extra loose. The ends seem ok at best. I don't think that it would just fall off or anything while holding it. But going in and out of a pocket might be a drag.
thanks I think I will buy one on amazon, price seems more interesting
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thanks I think I will buy one on amazon, price seems more interesting
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Yeah, the price looks good there too. I don't have Amazon Prime so the shipping would add 3 bucks to the total. Makes it around a dollar more than the ebay price for me. Another example of why I really need to kick Netflix and get Prime...
only certain items get "prime" status, on the case i would have to pay the 3 dollars even though i have prime
just depends on the seller on amazon
I've got this case since 4days.
Good quality/price, the silicone alone feet not so good but with the hard part it's ok.
I have this case as well--white under with black gray outside--and love it. I've had it bout 2 weeks now and it's holding up quite nicely. =)
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garrett_tx said:
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias=aps&field-keywords=mesh+atrix+case&x=0&y=0
found them on amazon if anyone would prefer them.
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Forget a case, I'm gonna get some tricked out speakers for my huffy at the bottom of the page!
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just got this case ordered today cant wait to get it it looks nice
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just got this case ordered today cant wait to get it it looks nice
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You'll like it unless you are docking the phone constantly. It will dock, just not very well. I don't dock mine much so it isn't an issue. I ended up getting the black/red and the red/black cases. Now I can mix and match, and have a totally red or black case or leave them as they are. I really dig it all red or all black tho.
so this case can be use with the HD dock too?
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so this case can be use with the HD dock too?
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Well sort of... You have to hold the rubber thingy that covers the mini usb and hdmi sockets. And once you get it in the dock the fit isn't that great. Loose and wobbly, but functional. Other than that it's a great case.
I do love this case alot i have the all black one
I got an outterbox... was actually disappointed in it. I dropped my phone from about 5 feet, bobbled it till it dropped, and it ended up landing on the top side. I picked it up and saw no physical damage, but the digitizer was not responding toward the top. The notification still works, but just underneath it to about a half inch below all the way across doesn't work. Screw you outterbox!
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I have read through all the older case threads pertaining to real leather style cases, most of which haven't been updated in over a month. Anyone come across something awesome? My Note comes this weekend.
Im going to buy next this one or this one. Not sure if those are real leather tho.
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Im going to buy next this one or this one. Not sure if those are real leather tho.
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I loved the Spigen but I was looking for a Brown color in between the tan and the brown that is available. May get that one as well if I strike out. Thanks for sharing bro.
This one is great build quality, but as I noticed in the other threads the leather is lighter and all that stuff on the front kind of kills it for me.
http://zenuscaseusa.com/androids/galaxy-note/samsung-galaxy-note-prestige-vintage-g-note-diary.html
Have people debunked the magnet thing? Is it an issue or just fearmongering? LOL.
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This one is great build quality, but as I noticed in the other threads the leather is lighter and all that stuff on the front kind of kills it for me.
http://zenuscaseusa.com/androids/galaxy-note/samsung-galaxy-note-prestige-vintage-g-note-diary.html
Have people debunked the magnet thing? Is it an issue or just fearmongering? LOL.
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It has a magnet so it is a no go
Sen from some Android phone
easycure1974 said:
It has a magnet so it is a no go
Sen from some Android phone
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So it is a real issue huh? Good to know. I am looking for a good dark brown leather, a easy open clasp system, and spots for cards/cash.
This one is epic for the iPhone, http://store.apple.com/us/product/H...-4s?afid=p228|Google&cid=AOS-US-SHOPIP-Google
Damn they thought of everything on this case. http://www.spider-foot.com/100-genu...ung-galaxy-note-n7000-i9220-i92rb-p-1139.html
Just if color and build quality was better.
Take a look at Easecase on Ebay. They make superb leather custom cases. You choose the colour,leather texture, closure option,engraving etc ,etc.
I purchased a wallet type case for my GS2 and it is amazing. Do a search for them on this site and you will find various reviews
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/E4-EASECA...sesPouches&hash=item56498c66a7#ht_4452wt_1037
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Take a look at Easecase on Ebay. They make superb leather custom cases. You choose the colour,leather texture, closure option,engraving etc ,etc.
I purchased a wallet type case for my GS2 and it is amazing. Do a search for them on this site and you will find various reviews
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/E4-EASECA...sesPouches&hash=item56498c66a7#ht_4452wt_1037
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Damn! Awesome. Thanks I will check that one out too.
Here you go,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1419678
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Here you go,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1419678
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Awesome! Thanks.
EDIT: Have to take it out of case to snap a pic. Deal breaker I guess. ;/
Bah, been pouring over cases since after lunch and still no closer to finding one. Feel free to post my friends.
Bump!
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Awesome! Thanks.
EDIT: Have to take it out of case to snap a pic. Deal breaker I guess. ;/
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Sorry should have stated that there are two versions of the case
1. E4- this has the slots for credit cards and you don't need to remove phone to snap photos - I've got this one
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/E4-EASECA...sesPouches&hash=item5ae642faf1#ht_4452wt_1037
2. E5- as above model with additional bit for dollar bills etc
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/E5-EASECA...sesPouches&hash=item56499c68f4#ht_4452wt_1037
As I love colour....my case has the purple cowhide outer and the inner is red cowhide. It has a lovely texture and the workmanship is outstanding
This is the case I use:
http://www.spigen.com/spigen-sgp-sa...case-valentinus-series-vintage-edition-1.html
It has a very easy "snap in" to it so I can quickly pull out my phone to dock in my car or talk on it like a phone. But for the most part, my Note lives inside my wallet
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This is the case I use:
http://www.spigen.com/spigen-sgp-sa...case-valentinus-series-vintage-edition-1.html
It has a very easy "snap in" to it so I can quickly pull out my phone to dock in my car or talk on it like a phone. But for the most part, my Note lives inside my wallet
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I am thinking of buying this. But this text from their site worries me
** Phone must be removed from the left side plastic casing. Do not remove from right side as the leather may tear away from the plastic casing.**
Sounds fragile
Sen from some Android phone
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Im going to buy next this one or this one. Not sure if those are real leather tho.
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I have the first one in your listing and can confirm it is not real leather. The fitting is perfect and the it is a beautiful case. However, it doesn't hold credit card or cash too well.
There isn't sufficient space between the front cover and Note's screen, so you will have a hard time close the flip after occupy the credit card slots or placed your cash.
The case is made from not so durable material. I would expect the PU surface to deteriore after a few months.
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I have the first one in your listing and can confirm it is not real leather. The fitting is perfect and the it is a beautiful case. However, it doesn't hold credit card or cash too well.
There isn't sufficient space between the front cover and Note's screen, so you will have a hard time close the flip after occupy the credit card slots or placed your cash.
The case is made from not so durable material. I would expect the PU surface to deteriore after a few months.
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Yes, Faux Leather. Not sure why the SGP site lists is a genuine leather. I have mine filled with CCs, drivers license, a key card, cash, and some business cards. Closes and snaps fine.
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easycure1974 said:
I am thinking of buying this. But this text from their site worries me
** Phone must be removed from the left side plastic casing. Do not remove from right side as the leather may tear away from the plastic casing.**
Sounds fragile
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Looking at it, I think the plastic part that holds the Note is just glued to the wallet part. I found that a quick bend on the lower left corner will pop my phone right out to quickly answer a call or throw into my car dock.
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Sorry should have stated that there are two versions of the case
1. E4- this has the slots for credit cards and you don't need to remove phone to snap photos - I've got this one
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/E4-EASECA...sesPouches&hash=item5ae642faf1#ht_4452wt_1037
2. E5- as above model with additional bit for dollar bills etc
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/E5-EASECA...sesPouches&hash=item56499c68f4#ht_4452wt_1037
As I love colour....my case has the purple cowhide outer and the inner is red cowhide. It has a lovely texture and the workmanship is outstanding
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Thanks for the awesome info. What kind of closure did you pick? Can you realistically hold bills and cards in there? Does the one you have contain a spot for bills behind the credit card area or is that just a seam?
My E4 case for the GS2 has three slits for credit cards, there is also a small inner pocket where you could put a few bills. The E4 for the Note has five slits for credit cards and should have the same inner pocket (behind credit card slits) It has the inserted closure.
I must point out the Easecase will answer any questions regarding further info/options/customizing - this really impressed me. They provided me with photos of colour options and engravement placement.
Before I got my Easecase, I used a Melkco flipcase which I loved. Unfortunately I dropped my phone this resulted in having two ugly dents in it. After that ....I was determined to get a case with full protection. I didn't really purchase it for the wallet aspect, as I use my purse and handbag for that.
All future phones will be lovingly encased in Easecase LoL
Found this on Amazon. Couldn't help but order it. Less than $15 shipped and real wood! Received it today. I'm actually quite impressed with it. Forgot to mention, shipping said 14-31 business days but I received it in one week.
Pros:
-Real Wood
-Looks great
-Great fit
-Low Price
-Crafted well
Cons:
-A bit thick. Makes the phone a little bit big (with an already big phone) in the hand.
-Power port cutout is a little small. One of my old cables wouldn't fit.
-Due to thickness, it can be a little tough to reach the power and volume buttons.
-No 'snap' to hold the case together. It just slides, I don't know if it would wear fast or not. There is, however, a metal plan with nobbies on it that help hold it in place.
As promised, here are pictures. The first 2 are with and without flash to get a good look at the wood tone. I think it looks great.
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Looks good, very interested please do post pictures to soon
Nice looking case, except how the wood looks like it's clumsily glued together in the middle. Does it look like that in person?
sandels said:
Nice looking case, except how the wood looks like it's clumsily glued together in the middle. Does it look like that in person?
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That isn't where it glues together, that is where you snap the case together. Pictures should be up shortly.
Looks like a nice case although the line is very visible. I guess thats better than having a hard snap on case where u have to force the phone to be removed.
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Looks like a nice case although the line is very visible. I guess thats better than having a hard snap on case where u have to force the phone to be removed.
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Agreed the line is very visible but you have to keep in mine that this is wood, not plastic. Wood can't be molded like plastic, it's crafted.
I'm very interested, does the cover have lips in case you put your telephone face down on the table?
And if you have a 0.3mm tempered glass screen protector?
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I'm very interested, does the cover have lips in case you put your telephone face down on the table?
And if you have a 0.3mm tempered glass screen protector?
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Using it with a .32mm thick tempered glass screen protector. Lip is big enough to clear my screen protector.
setzer715 said:
Using it with a .32mm thick tempered glass screen protector. Lip is big enough to clear my screen protector.
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Thank you very much; I've ordered mine too.
I prefer it over the 'original' back cover bamboo case because the original one shows a bit of brown plastic and also I think (the original one) is meant to be used without any cover case to show the beautyness of the bamboo cover.
As this is a true COVER, I think it will protect our phones a bit, and as you confirmed it allows the use of a glass screen protector, I think it's perfect.
I'm a bit concerned because of the mechanism to separate the two pieces of the cover, but I think I won't doubt to glue them together if necessary (as the cover is cheap and the battery is not removable...)
Thank you for sharing this piece of natural art...
How does the cover hold in place still a bit confused. Is there A mechanism or requires actual glue?
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How does the cover hold in place still a bit confused. Is there A mechanism or requires actual glue?
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http://i559.photobucket.com/albums/ss32/setzer715/Oneplus One Bamboo Case/DSC02237_zps47abcf63.jpg you can see it kind of "tacts" the 2 pieces together.
zephiK said:
http://i559.photobucket.com/albums/ss32/setzer715/Oneplus One Bamboo Case/DSC02237_zps47abcf63.jpg you can see it kind of "tacts" the 2 pieces together.
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Mechanical? Like it clicks into place?
Edit: never mind, answered in the OP
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Aw man :/
Sent via quantum entanglement, focused through my OnePlus One.
I have had bad experience with slide on cases in the past... Next thing you know you have a nicely straight scratch on your phone. You have to be extra careful putting it on and taking it off. Good looking case tho.
There's a few different places to get it from in UK. Good find. Just waiting till a few people get it and give there opinions
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I have had bad experience with slide on cases in the past... Next thing you know you have a nicely straight scratch on your phone. You have to be extra careful putting it on and taking it off. Good looking case tho.
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The inside is felt lined. No scratches to date. I've removed it several times.
Ugh no one on eBay will ship to Hong Kong... What gives...
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Really interesting case... real wood. WOW!
bammbo case
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Ugh no one on eBay will ship to Hong Kong... What gives...
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Hey I will order one for me if they ship them to Spain if you like one I will order two and send it to you
Why no hong kong?
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Ugh no one on eBay will ship to Hong Kong... What gives...
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I am in the same boat. Ships from Hong Kong, but never to Hong Kong. This is pretty darn ridiculous. There must be someway that isn't crazy hard or expensive to get this case into my hands in HK...
So this is the ideal case that I can find for the P9 - it doesn't cover up the Leica camera branding, which if I'm honest, is important to me. Plus it's leather, supposedly real leather.
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/16209523...49&var=461055737790&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
But at $62 Australian - it's just a bit too expensive I think.
I just love the fact that the Leica branding is visible though, brown leather with black camera bar with Leica on it... so nice!! Interested if other people have seen similar cases or if people think I'm being to vain!
Anyways I think I love it!
edit: I just remembered when I purchased my Huawei P9 i recieved a $50 voucher for use on ebay!! I think I just found out what I am going to use it on! Happy days!!!
The pictures in this item description are identical - the price is not I'm thinking about buying from Aliexpress. Just a tip for you before you part with way too much for the same cover
https://m.aliexpress.com/item/32693448405.html#autostay
Yeah I think you are correct! AliExpress is cheaper, I couldn't find that one on there though. Good to know we have options!
bunnybash said:
Yeah I think you are correct! AliExpress is cheaper, I couldn't find that one on there though. Good to know we have options!
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Try this
Milamber said:
Try this
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Great find!!! damn it I paid too much!!
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Great find!!! damn it I paid too much!!
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I just bought the navy blue leather for $25.40 AUD
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Ordered the brown, but from the first link, so I paid too much Anyways the case looks amazing and I'm excited for it to finally arrive!
About USD 15
http://orzly.com/orzly-flexicase-for-huawei-p9-clear.html
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About USD 15
http://orzly.com/orzly-flexicase-for-huawei-p9-clear.html
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I've found that clear case's go yellow around the edges over time, giving a bacterial smear impression.
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About USD 15
http://orzly.com/orzly-flexicase-for-huawei-p9-clear.html
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bloody out of stock...lol
Got mine today.
Sorry to say but imo It's NOT worth $62AUD. It is nice, and does smell like leather, the cutouts for fingerprint reader and cameras are decent. But it does add some rather large bulk to the phone, and when handling the phone you got the weird sensation that the phone itself "swims" around in the case (this is rather minor though, it's not like the phone can't stay put inside the cover).
Semi satisfied.
Oooooh hmmmmmmmm now I'm half way to sad. It looks so slim and sleek in the pictures. Sigh
Positives though;
The feel of the cover is great, I do believe it's some form of actual leather. And like you, I do too care for the Leica logo, the cover smartly does not obscure this part
The top of the phone is covered too, which is actually rather rare in these types of covers to my knowledge (I have 5 different snap-on covers like these, and they all just cover the back and sides).
The vol./power buttons are covered, but the action is nice - very responsive and easy to click. And it'll be easy to do small cuts with a scalpel or something, should you get tired of the covered buttons.
Hope it cheered you up somewhat
I got my cover today! It looks like an official Huawei cover from all the packaging. It fits great for me. I am not sure of the brown color but think I might try to get it a little darker. It's leather alright, I'm planning to test some acetone and oil to get it darker.
I love the extra size, I am team with very long fingers so it makes it easier for me to grip and use!
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I got my cover today! It looks like an official Huawei cover from all the packaging. It fits great for me. I am not sure of the brown color but think I might try to get it a little darker. It's leather alright, I'm planning to test some acetone and oil to get it darker.
I love the extra size, I am team with very long fingers so it makes it easier for me to grip and use!
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I have the same one and I agree - I am not convinced by the shade of brown they chose. It's not the most appealing, if you know what I mean! Would be interested in hearing if you have any success in changing the colour.
Ok so I'm figuring the process out but basically get a rough cotton cloth and some nail polish remover and rub it till the brown stuff starts to ball up and come off.
The keep rubbing!
Then get some coconut oil and rub it in with a different cloth. Keep applying more and more. The coconut don't come off or leave a residue on your hands or clothes. You can see the areas that I removed more of the original finish on my phone. I'm going to go back and use more acetone (nail polish remover) and oil it up again.
It's way easier to rub with the phone in the case. Just be careful with the acetone!
Anyways I am going to go back and repeat the process but this time knowing that it works. It should come up real nice, you can see the difference between the 2 pics, I'm excited for rougher, darker look to the case. I will update after I've had more time to do this properly, I just tried it in my lunch break today to see if I was crazy or if this method would work.
Interesting "case mod", wonder if I could do something similar to my black version (rough it up so to speak).
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About USD 15
http://orzly.com/orzly-flexicase-for-huawei-p9-clear.html
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I purchased this case from eBay for £3.99 - and its not as nice as the pictures. It's quite thick, and makes the back of your phone seem quite "fat" as it magnify's everything.
I got this one
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Retro-Vinta...hash=item464fe35a05:m:mw4vYK22VyRZjF8mee2aTUQ
Will wait to see how it feels and looks, if I'm not satisfied I'll probably buy the "replica" . Really like the apple leather case so I hope it looks and feels the same.
Here is the case... I am very pleased with the aging effect from acetone and coconut oil