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I've tried browsing a few pages in, and either I'm stupid and just missed it (very possible ), or there hasn't been a thread about just back covers themselves.
I'm curious to know if there are any replacement back covers for the phone that aren't just plastic. I was hoping to see if there was a more rubbery back cover I can slap on, or (and this may be out there) a brushed aluminum-type of back cover, like the ones found on the HD2 and Nexus One. Personally a black brushed aluminum back cover would be so nice...
I ask because I've tried the gel case from Tmobile and saw one of my coworkers' hard case protector, and I didn't like either of them. I ultimately want to avoid a case alltogether and just find a nice back cover that has a better feel to it, and possibly add just a tad bit more weight to the phone so it feels better while holding it. The cheap plastic back cover just isn't doing it for me.
Thanks, and apologies in advance if I blatantly missed this being discussed elsewhere.
I'm sure soon enough these back covers will pop up like mushroom on ebay, but nothing on the horizon at the moment.
There's a DIY thread for painting the extra back cover with rubber coat that looks pretty decent.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=729133
Lots of folks here have the mesh case that IMO the best looking with just the right thickness for the Galaxy S.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=730699
I just got something similar to the mesh cover.
http://ip208-100-42-21.static.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=752079
While it's not really a back cover, it's got a bit of a rubbery feel and very low profile compared to gel cases and "full" plastic covers.
Hi,
I am looking for a recommendation for a thin TPU case (like mystic jeff sells) that offers good protection. Since I flash from time to time, I find i need to remove my current TPU to play around in anom recovery.
Is there a TPU case that will let me play with my buttons?
Thanks,
Rich
I have a $2.32 TPU case that I bought on eBay from a Hong Kong seller named easytocart. This case has a cut-out for the power button. The volume buttons are not cut out but are super easy to press - almost too easy. The only thing weird about this case is that it has a rectangle area on the back for a sticker or logo. This area is still covered with TPU material, but it doesn't look quite as nice. Mine came with a rectangle of red TPU with "TPU CASE" stamped into it that was stuck in this area. I removed it.
My brother has a different TPU case and he said he was probably going to order one like mine because the buttons were so much easier to press.
i have one of the epik ones from ebay
it's great, all the buttons work fine
The hybrid TPU cases make it feel like there isn't even a case in the way of the buttons.
I did the lil tape trick on my black/clear TPU case and i never have a problem with the buttons while in recovery or at all.
I ordered the OEM HTC designed TPU case from Daydeal and it is awesome. It has the power button cut out so it is easy to locate and push. The volume button is raised and has a dimple under it and it is SUPER easy to push. I own close to 5 TPU cases and this one is by far the best! Sure it costs more, but it is a very high quality case.
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=49100&cat=4947
I purchased one made by Mybat from Amazon. Case is thick enough in the back to protect the camera lens. The buttons are easy to push. Seperate cutouts on the back. Fits good on the Evo. Nice feel to it.
HTC EVO 4G Thermoplastic Polyurethanes (TPU) Flexi Skin Case - Transparent Smoke Argyle. Search for product B003Y7UHLI on Amazon
Here is one I have it on now and works great.. Good price and received in 2 days.
http://coverznlidz.net/products.php?4&sid=ee2b43280333a95dd9a8aa252e39f331
Edit. Looks like he is out of black and clear but email him always fast response.
i know the TPU case with the plastic back covers it and the plastic hard snap-on cases cover it
from what i've seen these are the only cases that wrap around enough to completely cover the bezel, but maybe you guys would know of other that do, preferable tpu. i switch out batteries all the time so the snap on cases arent the best since they are tough to remove.
thanks
TPU?
You didn't really ask a question...
semantics...... im looking for a case that covers the chrome-bezel, for those who didnt understand the topic
anywho...tpu is that high grade plastic that feels rubbery, like the argyle cases daydeal sells
Otterbox commuter case does. Best case i have bought for a phone, feels great in the hand and looks very good. Wont ever go without it
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How much bigger does the Otterbox case make the phone? The other Otterboxes I've seen (for other devices) were a significant addition to the thickness.
Otterboxes and cyclops cases make the phone feel FAT. REALLY fat....it completely kills a device that was designed to be thin. Personally, I'd recoomend you this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=772826
Covers the bezel, does not make the phone look fat. Looks great from the back also. Rubbery only on the sides. Don't get the new edition as it's a poor fit, get the old edition which doesn't have cutouts for the buttons. Then, if you have problems with the power button, put a little piece of paper on it and it will feel great to press.
Also, the case makes the phone nearly indestructable. I've dropped it 7ft on concrete. Case got a concrete scratch....phone was perfect.
Thanks for the suggestion! I was considering either that one or the one mentioned in the second post of this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1098214
I just don't want anything that's too big and fat (don't need my phone to look like me. LOL)
That one from the post is nice except it doesn't cover the bezel on the top and bottom. That's pretty major for me, otherwise it's a great case. Similar to the mesh ones. The one I linked you covers everything and is thin.
i had that one, but the glue started coming off where the plastic is attached to the rubber. i would like one thats all rubber because the plastic back is slippery, there doesn't seem to be any other option though to cover that bezel
superglue. I did it to mine and hasn't moved since.
Hey guys!
I'm looking for the 'best' TPU case out there - since there are no hard cases available for the 2000 mAh battery, I need one of those.
The case should be slim, black - and fitting like a glove - so that I don't nearly remove it when sliding against the higher parts around the screen.
Thanks!
I would put my vote on the Incipio NGP. I just got it today and it fits very snugly on the phone, and the material is thick enough to provide very good protection in case of a drop.
Thanks! Laid my eyes on this one too, looks like it's really nice.
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Thanks! Laid my eyes on this one too, looks like it's really nice.
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Try a bumper? I think most of those work with the 2000 Mah.
Thanks for your reply! I already own a bumper, but I'd like to have something that protects the back a bit more than the (already thicker) battery cover.
I too have the Incipio case, been useing it for 3 months now and it has the original shape and fits perfectly.
And i have had to remove quite a few times because i had to pull my battery out, still a tight fit and good protection
In fact the Incipio is thick enough to not feel like a TPU case, it feels more like a hard case to me, but with the flexibility of TPU. Power button is more difficult to use with it on though.
keyzjh said:
In fact the Incipio is thick enough to not feel like a TPU case, it feels more like a hard case to me, but with the flexibility of TPU. Power button is more difficult to use with it on though.
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That does get better with use from my experience, they seem to ease up a bit and get easier to press.
it's either that or i have just gotten used to the case buttons
I've ordered the Incipio NGP now, thanks for all your replies!
Try out the Momax iCase Pro.
It's flameproof and cheap. ^_^
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Momax-iCase-Pro-Case-Cover-Shell-Galaxy-S2-i9100-Black-/140581538054
So I just got my Case Ology hybrid case from Ebay..
So thought to share my reviews with everyone
And am really happy with the quality of the material!!
The main part of the case is made out of silicone gel that covers the entire phone. The 2nd layer is a hard plastic perforated shell that covers the back and sides of the silicone gel....It looks really beautiful.
The silicone gel gives a better tactile feedback while pressing the volume rocker and the power button.
Its slim and gives a good grip in the hands.
Have been an Otter Box fanboy however its a lot slimmer than those!!
Price on ebay is somewhere around $9.99
Get it from Here!!
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geo.samuel said:
So I just got my Case Ology hybrid case from Ebay..
So thought to share my reviews with everyone
And am really happy with the quality of the material!!
The main part of the case is made out of silicone gel that covers the entire phone. The 2nd layer is a hard plastic perforated shell that covers the back and sides of the silicone gel....It looks really beautiful.
The silicone gel gives a better tactile feedback while pressing the volume rocker and the power button.
Its slim and gives a good grip in the hands.
Have been an Otter Box fanboy however its a lot slimmer than those!!
Price on ebay is somewhere around $9.99
Get it from Here!!
Pictures
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Cool! Thanks for the post. I was actually doubting about buying one of these cases (there are a bunch of them on eBay, dealextreme, etc.) and after seeing some real pictures of them I must say I'm going to take the plunge. They look really nice hehe.
Thanks again!
Case looks pretty good!! Thanks for posting!!
Glad you liked it bub!!
SHOT from my LOADED GT-N7000!!
geo.samuel said:
So I just got my Case Ology hybrid case from Ebay..
So thought to share my reviews with everyone
And am really happy with the quality of the material!!
The main part of the case is made out of silicone gel that covers the entire phone. The 2nd layer is a hard plastic perforated shell that covers the back and sides of the silicone gel....It looks really beautiful.
The silicone gel gives a better tactile feedback while pressing the volume rocker and the power button.
Its slim and gives a good grip in the hands.
Have been an Otter Box fanboy however its a lot slimmer than those!!
Price on ebay is somewhere around $9.99
Get it from Here!!
Pictures
In attachment!!
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It's seem to be very great but i'm from Belgium and the link ebay doesn't work for my country ... can you help me ?
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It's seem to be very great but i'm from Belgium and the link ebay doesn't work for my country ... can you help me ?
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This is actually a very common case, so here is a link to find them on eBay:
http://www.ebay.es/sch/i.html?_nkw=...id+case&_osacat=0&_trksid=p3286.c0.m270.l1313
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This is actually a very common case, so here is a link to find them on eBay:
http://www.ebay.es/sch/i.html?_nkw=...id+case&_osacat=0&_trksid=p3286.c0.m270.l1313
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Thanks a lot !
But on the link, i can't see the black and red (not the same with the pictures on the first topic). It's only all in red or only all in black but not mix ...