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Otterbox for Evo *OFFICIAL*

I just emailed Otterbox to see if they had on their schedule to release a case for the HTC Evo and they just said they were making the Defender and the Commuter for the Evo! Yes! Excitement! I for one am a big fan of Otterbox cases, they will kick Seidio to another dimension! xD
*Here is the link Guys*
http://www.otterbox.com/htc-evo-cases-coming-soon/

Fixter said:
I just emailed Otterbox to see if they had on their schedule to release a case for the HTC Evo and they just said they were making the Defender and the Commuter for the Evo! Yes! Excitement! I for one am a big fan of Otterbox cases, they will kick Seidio to another dimension! xD
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Thanks so much for posting! I'm a firefighter (as well as the owner of a small tech company...lol)...anyhow, these are really popular in the fire dept, very sturdy.

firemedic1343 said:
Thanks so much for posting! I'm a firefighter (as well as the owner of a small tech company...lol)...anyhow, these are really popular in the fire dept, very sturdy.
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Yes I know the quality of these things and this is the cover we all NEED.

Re: Otterbox for Evo
Keep checking them out on facebook, and liking posts about the evo, the more interest they see the faster they will push one out.
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I wanted an otterbox, but they delayed too long and I picked up another case...

That's funny, because I emailed them last weekend and they said they had no plans. Additionally, they've responded to a few Evo related Facebook posts with
"We're looking into options for the EVO but at this time I do not have any details."
So, really, it doesn't seem like they will have anything soon.
They're a pretty popular company where I live, as they're based here. Definitely hoping they eventually make something, but at this point, I'm not holding my breath.

I emailed them too, and they said that they did not know about making cases for the EVO, and that if they did that I should check their website for updates.

Re: Otterbox for Evo
It's nice they have already announced one for iphone 4... Thanks otterbox...
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Email from Otterbox
Case Update: 130877 - Sprint Evo 4GTuesday, June 8, 2010 11:27 AM
From: "Natasha Meggenberg" <[email protected]>
To: Censored
Update for Case #130877 - "Sprint Evo 4G"
We do not have any information if we will be making a case for that device at this time, but it is something that has been requested a lot. It is best to keep an eye on our website, as it will have the most up to date information on our products and new cases.
Thank you,
Natasha Meggenberg
Click here to update the Case online, or reply to this e-mail
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From: Censored
Sent: Sunday , June 06, 2010 03:12 am MDT (GMT-06:00)
Subject: Sprint Evo 4G
How soon is the case for Sprint's HTC Evo 4G coming out?

Suck on that.
http://www.otterbox.com/htc-evo-cases-coming-soon/

I think they lost a lot of business by "waiting" to see the popularity of the EVO, instead of having a case ready by launch. Just my opinion of course.

AssassinsLament said:
I think they lost a lot of business by "waiting" to see the popularity of the EVO, instead of having a case ready by launch. Just my opinion of course.
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Same thing happened with the HD2, and iPad.

Okay, can someone give me a rundown of how the 3 different cases are different?

just look at a different phone and read the description of the models..

I did that too thing its looks like they are all pretty much the same, except price...
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thorpe24 said:
I did that too thing its looks like they are all pretty much the same, except price...
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I've used the Defender and the Impact. The Impact is a lighter case made of silicone; designed to prevent scratches and lessen impact of drops. Worked really well on my Hero. The Defender is much tougher and a hard case. Think of the difference between them being The Impact as one of those thigh pads that basketball players wear (soft but extra padding) and the Defender as shoulder pads that football players wear (rock hard and tougher to crack).
The Commuter is a mix of the two, silicon edges to be lighter but still some solid material on the back.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eFuzpNS4zDg
this kid does a review of the defender and commuter cases for a blackberry. was all the info I was looking for

i'll settle for an otterbox, but personally i want to see a Speck Candyshell for Evo. Thats the main thing im missing about my iphone... no candyshell

+1 for Otterbox...unless case-mate comes out with something first

redrazr7791 said:
+1 for Otterbox...unless case-mate comes out with something first
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Dude I REALLY like your signature but it makes every page you comment lag like hell.

Great deal on a really nice platinum series case - $8 shipped

Came across a deal on cases for the Evo while looking for a Dell Streak case. Thought I would come over and post it, my buddy said its a good case. Didnt do too much research but I think its like a 50 dollar case, anyways $7.95 shipped.
http://www.emtcompany.com/platinum-series-case-for-htc-evo-mobile-phones/1003917.html
heres an old thread with some reviews, thanks to the fancy similar threads thingy:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=695792

nice fined mine broke and was about to go get a new one

Thanks for the find good deal I picked up one also.

that scares me a bit

I'll be the guinea pig! I just ordered 2 of them for that price. I figure if they try to screw me I will file a paypal dispute. They also have the platinum innocase with holster for the epic for like 6 bux. If the defender arrives and it's legit I'm probably gonna buy a bunch and distribute them to friends.

Great find..

was going to order one but seen no idea how long shipping is

From the reviews I read shipping doesn't take to long. They are based in California.
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The site says its a seidio case but if you go to the seidio website they don't have a platinum series case listed.

"platinum" is indeed a sedio case its just been rebranded for best buy. Check bb site and you'll find it .
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The site says its a seidio case but if you go to the seidio website they don't have a platinum series case listed.
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criffaaa1 said:
"platinum" is indeed a sedio case its just been rebranded for best buy. Check bb site and you'll find it .
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Oh OK I did not know that
Anyone have a video review or something of this case? I cant find some decent pics of the case to see how bulky it is. The best buy site has a front view of the case on the phone and it looks really bulky.

I believe its actually the innocase rugged,more reviews found here
http://www.amazon.com/Seidio-Innocase-Rugged-Holster-Combo/dp/B003SNIRCO
Compared to most other sites pricing the op deal is unbeatable
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DarkManX4lf said:
Oh OK I did not know that
Anyone have a video review or something of this case? I cant find some decent pics of the case to see how bulky it is. The best buy site has a front view of the case on the phone and it looks really bulky.
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There are a ton of reviews on YouTube. Here is one:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TgrDNmJwfHA&feature=youtube_gdata_player
I got this case when they first came out and was not satisfied with it at all. The outer skeleton broke for no apparent reason and I ended up having to cut all the port covers off because the silicone was tearing. You can't really go wrong for 8 bucks though. The inner layer is the regular innocase so you can use that on it's own and Seidio's screen protector is definitely the best I have ever used.
The case is quite bulky, but all rugged cases are. I now have a Ballistic case and it adds even more bulk than the Seidio.
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unbelievable deal.... i bit on one.

this is clearly a pricing error, but i ordered 10 anyways. expecting a refund any minute now...
edit: maybe not, its on their twitter feed too, and they have other seidio products at that pricing. amazing.

On the bandwagon I go....

If you miss out, DONT WORRY, I'll have them on eBay next week for 3x the price

Just got my tracking # today.
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i bought 2, why not? Having a cheap case is always nice

Otterbox & Seidio Cases

Anyone know if cases from these two manufacturers are on the way? Would love a nice high quality case from either.

Otterbox has no comment on what it's plans are...
All we can do is email them/call and ask for the case to be made...
Keep contacting them!

I am a Sprint Rep and I emailed my Otterbox rep that has sent me several cases for friends and family for free and below is his response when I asked him when the case would be available for the Epic 4G Touch.
The current case for the Galaxy II S is the international version and does not fit the Sprint version. I do not believe we have plans to make a case for the Epic Touch 4G. I took out his name and personal info. just for his sake....LOL!!
Thank you for the support!
Account Development Executive- Midwest
OtterBox
209 S. Meldrum
Fort Collins, CO 80521
www.OtterBox.com

I see seidio has a section up for the E4GT but its only cables and cradles at this point, no batteries or cases yet. I'm keeping an close eye out though cuz I loved my last Innocase.

Case Mate cases are coming soon (end of this month). They are even better than Otterbox from my experience.
Transmission sent from a Galaxy S II.

Seidio has already said they're going to make a case for the E4GT, but unfortunately no ETA. You can sign up for updates on their site.
http://www.seidioonline.com/Articles.asp?ID=164

OB lost my money when I got the EVO
Seidio won me

I'm betting that most major companies are waiting to see sales numbers for the first month before committing the money and time it takes to make multiple cases.

Im sure Seidio will hook me up.
I like OB, they just waited too long
to put out a case IMO for the EVO.

me said:
Hey Otterbox,
I am an avid user/supporter of your cases and would love to protect my device with a defender series. Is there any plan to make a case for this device: http://www.samsung.com/us/mobile/cell-phones/SPH-D710ZKASPR
Thank you kindly,
Joe
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They said...
Otterbox said:
Just like you, we’d love for our cases to be available right when a device is, however we need the device in hand to analyze and design to the exact specifications. We conduct extensive research and testing to ensure we make a precision-fit case for each device. In our design process, we make certain nothing is missed and the correct approach is implemented. We need to work directly with the device in order to deliver OtterBox quality and that’s why our cases appear on the shelves a month or two later. Great design takes time and we appreciate your patience! Please take the time to sign up on the website to receive email notification as soon as the cases are available.
Thank you
Jonathan Gavaldon
Customer Service Representative
P: 855-688-7269 (855-OTTRBOX)
[email protected]
www.otterbox.com
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I guess whenever they feel like it. Sounds like I might end up like jfoster...I want to protect my phone with a well designed, tough case so whoever makes it first will receive my business.

Seidio Surface Innocase in black is now listed as shipping, plus it lists one in blue as "in development".
Also has the Active case listed as in development now too.

is otterbox coming before christmas?

Otterbox

Anyone else nervous about dropping their phone before they get something tuff enuf to protect it?? I am!! Seems like it's gonna take forever to find some in stock somewhere. Wish they made the commuter with a holster. Anyone got any other ideas that protect as well as the OB defender that has holster and looks nice 2??
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I admit I am too. In fact, I "plan" on waiting till I can get a defender before getting the phone.
That's the plan, though once I see it in a store I may change my mind and get it then.

I bought a couple of these cases to tide us over until the otterbox cases are available.
http://www.amazon.com/CrazyOnDigita...1340713287&sr=8-14&keywords=crazyondigital+s3
I haven't seen any reviews here, but the few reviews i saw on amazon are favorable.

werked said:
Anyone else nervous about dropping their phone before they get something tuff enuf to protect it?? I am!! Seems like it's gonna take forever to find some in stock somewhere. Wish they made the commuter with a holster. Anyone got any other ideas that protect as well as the OB defender that has holster and looks nice 2??
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Yep, that would be me. Mr. Nervous/Paranoid that i'm going to drop my phone before my Otterbox arrives. They do make a Commuter with a holster, it's called the Defender. As for what other cases look and protect as good as the Otterbox, try this
Incipio Silicrylic Dual Pro
http://www.incipio.com/Samsung-Gala...ualPro-Hard-Shell-Case-with-Silicone-Core.asp
I have been an Otterbox fan since first getting one for my IPT a few years ago, I've only bought Otterbox cases for my devices since but they're taking too long to come out for this phone so I had to go with Incipio and I gotta say, it seems like an equally awesome case.

Black Commuter
The Otterbox site is selling the black Commuter. I snagged one and got a tracking number. I too prefer Defenders. However, Otterbox will not ship Defenders or ANYTHING with color until LATE JULY.
I have Defenders on my Blackberries. I like how the Commuter is less bulky, However, I need a belt clip/holster. Open box; Insert SIM, SD and Battery; Apply screen protector; Install Otterbox. T minus 2 days!
My relationship with Otterbox is starting to deteriorate. It started with the Commuter only for Vibrants and the delay it took to get a Vibrant case out. As a case manufacturer, how do you not have a case ready for a super phone(GS3), that has a released intl model with the same dimensions? It proves my belief that Otterrbox is run by apple fanboys. Betcha they have warehouses full of iPhone5 cases.

I ordered an atomic green and artic white commuter series otterbox from amazon, they shipped and are scheduled to arrive 7/6 (5 days before my phone).
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Powerskin has confirmed on their facebook page that they are making a case for the s3
The wait is killing me...

I keep tweeting @otterbox telling them if they don't get their defender cases out soon for the S3 they are going to lose me as a customer and I am sure countless other people sick of waiting for them to get their act together. If you talk to them, they still say they don't even have a ETA date really for release, just broad time frames that they themselves aren't even talking about, it is their distributors that are telling people the time frames of release.
It probably is a bunch of fanboys. They are so involved in getting their precious Armor case out for the iphone 4s they didn't get their act together on this mega-phone that is blowing the iPhone away.

I have the otterbox commuter. It is a very nice, high quality case. Looks awesome too.
Two cons, including the buttons are stiff as hell and it is a PITA to get on and off.
Once it's on though, it's perfect!

I'll be getting a defender ASAP and hoping I don't drop it in the mean time. I'm not normally not a case user though as my MOTO stuff has held up great without.
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slickdaddy96 said:
I keep tweeting @otterbox telling them if they don't get their defender cases out soon for the S3 they are going to lose me as a customer and I am sure countless other people sick of waiting for them to get their act together. If you talk to them, they still say they don't even have a ETA date really for release, just broad time frames that they themselves aren't even talking about, it is their distributors that are telling people the time frames of release.
It probably is a bunch of fanboys. They are so involved in getting their precious Armor case out for the iphone 4s they didn't get their act together on this mega-phone that is blowing the iPhone away.
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Just buy it off of amazon, tons to choose from, even in colors.
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Look closer. They aren't scheduled to ship until July something. Commuter is on sale now.

My commuter is in the mail should be here tomorrow or the next day. I just saw that Trident has their Aegis out and I may be switching to that soon. I had one for my Note and LOVED it.

Yeah look a little closer to the Amazon ship date. That date was originally 6/22 and they have been pushing it back more and more as the days go by. Truthfully I don't think these suppliers know when Otterbox is going to release the Defender, and talking to Otterbox I don't think they have a clue either.
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dante2512 said:
My commuter is in the mail should be here tomorrow or the next day. I just saw that Trident has their Aegis out and I may be switching to that soon. I had one for my Note and LOVED it.
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Does it have a built in screen protector?

Randomacts said:
Does it have a built in screen protector?
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No, but it comes with a dry application one

where is the cheapest and best price to get an otterbox????

Radsolutionz said:
where is the cheapest and best price to get an otterbox????
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Amazon

dante2512 said:
My commuter is in the mail should be here tomorrow or the next day. I just saw that Trident has their Aegis out and I may be switching to that soon. I had one for my Note and LOVED it.
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Holster for the aegis??
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werked said:
Holster for the aegis??
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No holster for Aegis, when the Kraken series comes out for the S3 (should be late july) it will have a holster.

Petition for Otterbox cases

If anyone is interested in signing a petition for Otterbox to make cases for 1+1 here it is:
http://www.change.org/p/otterbox-create-cases-for-oneplus-one
This is a great way to get together all 1+1 owners that would like to have accessories made by Otterbox for their phones. Chances are slim but it costs nothing.
Spread the word around your fellow 1+1 owners about this petition. The more the merrier
Edit: Forgot to mention that this is not my petition. OP can be found here:
https://forums.oneplus.net/threads/petition-to-make-otterbox-cases-for-the-opo-sign-here.118791/

bump!
Petition signed...
"Everyone should have an otterbox for their phone! Especially Oneplus One owners cause our phone is code named Bacon and people will be less likely to try and eat our phones if it has an otterbox on it!"
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It's a shame only over 500,000 have been sold... Other wise it might be easier to get people to sign the petition.
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It looks like there is no love for Otterbox cases here. Such a shame that as great as 1+1 is it won't have waterproof case.

Well I think the reason why is Otterbox is not a best in class product anymore. Many competitors have creeped out of the woodwork and stole their thunder. I think for most, Otterbox is way overkill, and this phone is already very large. Phones just don't need nearly as much protection as what the Defender provides, unless you are a construction worker or base jumper. Spending $50 to protect a device sold for $350? Too expensive. Id rather spend $10 and have a thinner profile, but some may disagree.
I'd put our Ultra case up against any of Otterboxs cases for drops under 4 feet, which is about the highest anyone would reasonably drop them anyways. They arent waterproof, but how important is that feature really? It's the phones that should be designed to be waterproof, not cases. Most people are not going to want a built in screen protector on their case. They look bad, and stuff gets trapped under them.
I can guarantee 100% Otterbox will not release a case for the OnePlus phones until you see OnePlus sold in USA retail stores. That is their bread and butter, brick and mortar.

Wish we could get the life proof cases.
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tr1gg3r.man said:
Wish we could get the life proof cases.
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I too prefer them over Otterbox. I tried to contact them over Twitter but so far no answer. So we have to stick together in Otterbox petition. My opinion is that 100k is impossible to reach but hope dies last.
@OneStepAhead
Otterbox is still on of few that makes waterproof cases. I think that for Android phones there are only Lifeproof and one more that I can't recall. There are people that need waterproof/dust proof case, including myself. I have S5 with Preserver series case. I upgraded it from S3 with OB Armor series case and I have to say that S5 with preserver is easier to handle with one hand. I've also had Lifeproof for my S3 and it was the best of them but it is not so easy to take the phone out of the case. So 1+1 with waterproof case with small profile like Lifeproof would still be usable, with OB Preserver maybe a little harder to operate.

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I too prefer them over Otterbox. I tried to contact them over Twitter but so far no answer. So we have to stick together in Otterbox petition. My opinion is that 100k is impossible to reach but hope dies last.
@OneStepAhead
Otterbox is still on of few that makes waterproof cases. I think that for Android phones there are only Lifeproof and one more that I can't recall. There are people that need waterproof/dust proof case, including myself. I have S5 with Preserver series case. I upgraded it from S3 with OB Armor series case and I have to say that S5 with preserver is easier to handle with one hand. I've also had Lifeproof for my S3 and it was the best of them but it is not so easy to take the phone out of the case. So 1+1 with waterproof case with small profile like Lifeproof would still be usable, with OB Preserver maybe a little harder to operate.
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Yeah I actually emailed life proof the other day...
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tr1gg3r.man said:
Yeah I actually emailed life proof the other day...
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Let me know if you get any answer. I would like to know what sales prediction would make them going into production. That 100k from Otterbox is unreachable. This one from RhinoShield is more down to earth limit.

D00ky said:
Let me know if you get any answer. I would like to know what sales prediction would make them going into production. That 100k from Otterbox is unreachable. This one from RhinoShield more down to earth limit.
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Reply from LifeProof customer service:
Thank you for getting in touch with us. I'm definitely going to forward this off to our development team so they can see the demand for more Android cases. The best way to find out about new cases we are going to be putting on the market is to sign up for our news letter. If you would like to sign up for that, you can do so on our website. If you have any further questions, please feel free to let us know, we would be more than happy to get you taken care of. Thank you again!
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