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I was just looking at seidio's site and stumbled across this case. I like the coverage it provides to the phone, the only thing i dont like is that the kickstand isnt accessible in this case. Can we have someone go to seidio dot com and post a like to the case please. And does anyone know when this case is being released.
I just received my extended batteries and can't wait for this to be released cause my phone is naked till then
they did just update the pictures for the case
http://www.seidioonline.com/product-p/bd5-hkr5hev4x.htm
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Dang I want one, but 70 freaking dollars? Im a lavish spender but thats just too much. Id pay 25 max for a holster, maybe some will come out on ebay for less soon.
Thats the extended case( plus rugged addon) ,screen protector, holster for 70$ not bad in my opinion
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I'm already half-way there. I'll just pick up the extended rugged by itself when it's available on amazon. Finally an otterbox type shell for the extended battery.
thats not a bad deal.. might order this after i get me a 16gb mirco sd card.. 8gb isnt enough
Tempting, but my current Seido Rugged(normal battery size case), is falling apart and so is the one on my wife's Evo. It still is tempting though...
robpet2 said:
thats not a bad deal.. might order this after i get me a 16gb mirco sd card.. 8gb isnt enough
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I pulled the 16g SD card from the epic I had for two weeks, before exchanging it for the evo. My evo now has the 16g SD that I kept from the epic. I shoved an 4g SD in it before return. Kid at best buy didnt even notice.
MUGEN 4500 MAH Battery Info for EVO
Source Link: http://www.mugen-power-batteries.com
Just get the one for the Touch Pro 2 because it is the same Battery spec (Thank you HTC for keeping good specs across phone models).
Search for the following PNs (They are the same battery. Only difference is the battery door which you will toss anyway)
HLI-T7373XL
HLI-XV6875EX
HLI-T7380EX
I recommend getting directly from Mugen because you never know what happens on eBay. I got some bunk Seidio 3500s from there.
Seidio Innocase Rugged Extended Add On Kit Info for EVO
Source Link: http://www.seidioonline.com
I recommend the BD2-HK4HEV4X add on kit because you will not use the Innocase Extended but rather just the Rugged Silicon Layer and The Exoskeleton. The kit comes with the holster too. This is a $20 savings because you cut out a useless layer anyway.
Details and Info Misc:
I get significantly more usage than the 3500mAH Seidio extended battery.
The kernel and the battery are definately a good mix.
Instructions:
Also, I recommend you cut the original back cover rather than the extended cover (if you have the 3500). The original battery will still be held in place if you ever need to use it (as long as you cut it right).
Question: Who is using the Mugen 4500mh battery? Just looking for some feedback. Positives and negatives. I've only seen positive results but would like some more feedback.
UPDATED PICS!!
Can't wait to see pics.
Swyped from Eva my Mynion running Myn's RLS4.95!
Thats one Hell of a battery, I would love to see what results I can get with ms charging tweak.....where & how much?
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Sorry, didn't have time to post pics today.
I will report though that the battery is at 66 percent and I have been unplugged from 7:30am till now which is more than I've ever seen. I'm not one for scientific analysis... J/K. I will stay unplugged as long as possible and let it die to give a full count. ( still not a real test but rather a real world test - moderate to heavy usage )
Also posting pics tomorrow...
Mugen has a 4500 for evo??
UhQ said:
Mugen has a 4500 for evo??
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Yes and No...
Mugen has a 4500 for the Touch Pro 2 which is the same battery spec. They just dont have a cover for the EVO for that battery so no its not official. Thats why the mod.
This is a fairly easy mod and since the Mugen has narrower dimensions on all sides except the virtical axis, that means when (if) you chop up your extended back cover or even your regular back cover, it will still secure your regualar battery or Seidio 3500 Extended battery.
BTW: I have been runnin this thing for 46 hrs and still have 10% and Im not going to stay up all night tring to run this thing down. (So much for scientific test)
Ill explain the mod in more detail tomorrow and hopefully chop up the Innocase Extended part of it. (I dont forsee the need to chop the silicone layer or the exoskeleton layer but everything else needs an exacto knife or mill)
bignibb said:
Thats one Hell of a battery, I would love to see what results I can get with ms charging tweak.....where & how much?
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I found it on EBay for roughly $85. Mugen sells it from their site for 99.
It says touch pro 2 (select any carrier version because the batt is the same for all)
There is no official cover for it hence the mod to the Seidio Extended Rugged. (you might not need the Innocase Extended part if my test tomorrow does not fit)
definitely gone have to try this out..thx for the post
ARe you using it heavily? If so that's awesome, i use mine somewhat. I am going on 48 hrs with Calkulin's EviO 1.7.1 Rom and SBC 4.2.2 less havs Kernal.
I might have to give this new battery a try, sounds tempting.
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ARe you using it heavily? If so that's awesome, i use mine somewhat. I am going on 48 hrs with Calkulin's EviO 1.7.1 Rom and SBC 4.2.2 less havs Kernal.
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I have "Moderate to Heavy" usage. Average user might have more battery life. All I know is that it improved battery life over the Seidio 3500 significantly with the same usage.
I'm still on Savage Kernel CFS 1.1 on CM6.1.1
After the holiday I will update all the details of the case mod and update comparison pics.
I really want to try adding the extended battery as an accessory instead of a stock battery replacement. Like a slide on, for those times when I need the battery but is easy to slide off because the stock battery door is just so god damn sleek and beautiful.
I've got a lot of experience with electrical stuff, I just need to find the time and motivation to get into it....:-/
How much taller is this battery than the seidio 3500?
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How much taller is this battery than the seidio 3500?
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The battery is significantly taller... I had to cut the back cover of the seidio extended battery cover and I will have to cut the innocase extended part of the innocase rugged extended. I did not have to cut the silicon layer of the innocase rugged extended nor the exoskeleton layer. I will eventually put comparrison pics and measurments etc. just havent had the time.
I'm waiting for my 4500mAh battery I ordered it yesterday after reading this post. Also I have the Seidio Rugged case because cellguru sent me that instead of the Seidio 3500 battery that I ordered. I would love to see/hear how you modified it so I don't have to experiment lol.
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I just left everything off except the silicone layer and exoskeleton.
12/29: I added the extended back cover back on (Modded of course. Full detail tomorrow)
All side and corner clips are holding. Looks slightly different.
I'm running CM6.1.1 with Savage 1.1 kernel so hopefully I get more usage than the 3500mAH Seidio.
12/29: The kernel and the battery are definately a good mix. Im going to jump to the 1.3.4.5.6.7...version tomorrow (extra numbers added because I forgot what the real nubmer is and dont know why they are a seemingly arbitrary uptick skipping around like that??)
Pics to come tomorrow comparing the two side by side.
12/29: Going to do the comparisson pics tomorrow. Just have regular shots today. Almost didnt but I said I would so here ya go. Also going to do some pic with case off. Just didnt have the time today. End of month. Jose has to hit 1500
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Can you write up a guide for this?
im interested also... how much modification did it take??
I did it pretty easily. All you have to do is cut out the battery shape from the inner most part of the case. The silicone just stretches over, then the 'exoskeleton' will clip on both the top and bottom, but not the middle (as seen in the pictures). Over all it was very simple, stayed on extremely well, and had amazing life.
I say had because i lost my phone on saturday and no longer have the battery :'(
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I did it pretty easily. All you have to do is cut out the battery shape from the inner most part of the case. The silicone just stretches over, then the 'exoskeleton' will clip on both the top and bottom, but not the middle (as seen in the pictures). Over all it was very simple, stayed on extremely well, and had amazing life.
I say had because i lost my phone on saturday and no longer have the battery :'(
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What he said...except for the lost phone thing. Sorry dude.
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im interested also... how much modification did it take??
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See above.
menormedia said:
Can you write up a guide for this?
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Ditto...
sorry to hear about the loss! thanks for the info!
I have a white note and am looking to purchase a diary type case, screen protector, microSD card and possibly a new back cover proper aluminium not plastic.
So far I am looking at
http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/33666-Zenus-Samsung-Galaxy-Note-Masstige-Stripe-Print-Diary-Series-Brown-Reviews.htm#reviews
http://compare.ebay.co.uk/like/370591134551?var=lv<yp=AllFixedPriceItemTypes&var=sbar&cbt=y
http://www.play.com/Mobiles/Mobile/4-/31619605/0/SanDisk-Mobile-Ultra-Android-microSDXC-UHS-I-Card-64-GB-with-Adapter/ListingDetails.html
I am having trouble locating a true aluminum back cover, I understand that signal will drop a bit but I want the aluminium look but more importantly to reduce heat from the phone.
Any other suggestions? Have people got any experience using the above?
Thanks in advance
Hi I don't think I will be much help but here is my experience.
I used to want diary type case + screen protector + aluminum back cover. I went through more than 20 case/cover threads both for N7000 and i717 before I decided on this item.
http://www.stilgut.com/fuer-samsung-galaxy-note/ultra-slimcase-v2-f-galaxy-note-n7000---cognac.php
Before making the final purchase decision, my last two choice was between this item and zenus diary cover. I think they both offer similar type of drop protection and protects screen and back of the phone quite well when the case is closed. (Hence I decided not to buy screen protector nor the aluminum back cover... also money is tight after buying a spare battery)
This case doesn't function as a wallet like some zenus cases do. That's fine with me because Stilgut case thickness as it appears on the product page is the maximum I will tolerate...
I have the GLAS.t and the SDXC card, good choice on both.
The GLAS.t is the best I found and it's impossible to scratch, I even tried with my Global Santoku Knife (the vid is on youtube) and hardly got a scratch. I installed one on my girlfriends iPhone and she dropped it from her lap (~50cm) face down onto the concrete pavement and it only chipped a piece 1mm x 3mm off (much better than a shattered screen).
And the sdxc of course is awesome. I have 3500 songs some mkv movies and a couple seasons of the simpsons, the thing just will not fill!
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i'd also recommend an uhs-i card if you can afford it. was out of my budget, and i managed to snag a 32gb sandisk class 4 microsd on sale. i'm pleased with it, but if you plan to taking lots of HD movies or transferring large movie files, you're obviously going to wait a while b/c of its sequential write speeds.
i'm highly doubtful you'll find a true aluminum back cover...i don't think anyone has made it. simply because of its design and how it fits into the phone. the best you'll find are aluminum films set on plastic back covers...lots of those on ebay.
if you're going to be using a dairy cover, there's no real point for a sturdier back cover though
Hello everyone, im somewhat new here and I will be soon to be upgrading to a Samsung Galaxy S3 (finally ditching this crappy blackberry curve). This will be my first Android phone, actually my first touch screen phone as well. Anyways I was looking at cases to get and found the Ballistic SG Maxx. I like the look and the features it has. Are these good cases (i know this isn't out yet)? Does the back clip come off? Are there any other cases I should look at or are better?
Second question what accessories would you guys recommend? I bought a Patriot 64GB SD Class 10 card already from NCIX for $47.99 CDN (its on sale now, head to NCIX to find it).
Thanks for any advice or help
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1292731
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1650997
smoothiex said:
Hello everyone, im somewhat new here and I will be soon to be upgrading to a Samsung Galaxy S3 (finally ditching this crappy blackberry curve). This will be my first Android phone, actually my first touch screen phone as well. Anyways I was looking at cases to get and found the Ballistic SG Maxx. I like the look and the features it has. Are these good cases (i know this isn't out yet)? Does the back clip come off? Are there any other cases I should look at or are better?
Second question what accessories would you guys recommend? I bought a Patriot 64GB SD Class 10 card already from NCIX for $47.99 CDN (its on sale now, head to NCIX to find it).
Thanks for any advice or help
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I'm in a similar situation and I've found a combination of this forum and youtube can take up a lot of my time researching your same questions. Fortunately I like doing it. What I've found is that there are a lot of great options and I'm finding new things every day. There's a common theme though with cases, almost all of them work, some better than others, and some people love them while others hate them. Bottom line, it's all personal opinion for the most part. Instead of dropping $40 on a case for a phone I don't even have yet, I'm buying cheap things to test out before I buy a higher quality product if it's even necessary. So far I've ordered a white and black Fosmon case with kickstand $6, a black duel layer case from Acase $12, and I just ordered a metal bumper for $15.
As for the SD I recently picked up a 32gb class 10 card for $24 which I thought was a great deal but now it is a pretty standard price. I'm going to hold out on the 64 for a couple of months since the price should start dropping on those as well. However I probably would have picked one up at the price you paid for yours.
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Thanks for the help, I'll keep an eye out for the Ottorbox and Ballistic cases once they arrive in stores and compare them to see which one I like best.
You may or may not want to also look at this:
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-active-kickstand-case-black-p/csk3ssgs3k-bk.htm
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-active-ks-case-holster-black-p/bd2-hk3ssgs3k-bk.htm
Case: Diztronic Matte Black TPU Case for OnePlus One
Why: Simple, thin and sturdy, fits like a glove, soft plastic does not wear down the sandstone material unlike some hard plastic and metal cases. Black color does not show wear and jeans color.
https://tpu-cases.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=104_105&products_id=396
Screen protector: iLLumiShield Japanese Ultra Clear HD Film with Anti-Bubble and Anti-Fingerprint
Why: Best plastic screen protector I've ever used, cleaned screen with alcohol pad, dried with microfiber cloth, made screen squeaky clean with included cloth, lined up speaker grill and and camera and just let go. Perfectly cut, no static, no dust, no air bubbles, more oleophobic than the OPO's Gorilla Glass.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00JW...200_QL40&qid=1408507013&sr=8-1#ref=mp_s_a_1_1
OTG/USB MicroSD card reader: OTG to USB Micro SD Card Reader for Samsung Galaxy S2, S3, S4, Note 3, 8 Tab 3
Why: Very small, versatile, good build quality, only $5. Tested with 32GB SDHC.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/281361090555?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
Earbuds/Headset for Android: Sony MDR-XB50AP Extra Bass Earbuds
Why: Best sounding earbuds I've ever owned, emphasis on bass without compromises, microphone and Android compatible.
http://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR-XB50...UTF8&qid=1408569515&sr=8-1&keywords=mdr+xb+50
Travel charger: Anker® 2nd Gen Astro3 12000mAh
Why: Great build quality and design, comes with pouch and USB cable, actually lives up to its battery specifications, unlike many other brands. 6000mAh and 9000mAh variants are also great and affordable.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CEZBKTO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I like that card reader.
Thanks for the link to the Screen Protector! I'm going to check that one out, can't argue that price either! After watching K.P. Smith's YouTube video's and reading some other reviews I'm going to go for the Boxwave Blackout case, I prefer the button's cut-out personally. After that I'll update this post with my recommendations (if I like those screen protectors and case, etc.)
USB/MicroUSB MicroSD Card Reader: Meenova -- $10 - $12
Why: I backed this card reader (v1) on Kickstarter and it has never let me down. It has a solid construction for such a small device, it comes in a few different color options, has an LED that is solid when plugged in and blinks during activity, plugs directly into any MicroUSB supported phone and comes with an adapter to plug the MicroSD Card (which has a MicroUSB plug) into your regular USB port on your PC as well. The packaging is good, and the price is right. Oh and I've used this with my Sandisk UHS I 64GB MicroSDXC without any issues in my HTC One m7, Samsung Galaxy S4 Active and my OnePlus ONE!
http://www.meenova.com/
Earbuds: MEElectronics M9P In-Ear Headphones with flat cable and Microphone -- $29.75
Why: These headphones cannot be beat for the price. They are very affordable, have a very strong wire that is not easy to tear or break, they are solid, small and sound GREAT. Amazon is the easiest, but usually not the cheapest, check eBay by searching for the model number.
http://www.amazon.com/MEElectronics...d=1408574703&sr=8-1&keywords=meelectronics+m9
I ordered these. Those Xiaomi Pistons 2 are awesome! Highly recommended.
Dual USB car charger
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00H26JR4A/ref=pe_386300_119431220_TE_dp_1
USB cable
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B008DVMRXG/ref=pe_386300_119431220_TE_dp_2
Xiaomi Piston 2 Headphones
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HUNUOJW/ref=pe_386300_119431220_TE_dp_1
iOttie car holder
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JUXPHWE/ref=pe_385040_30332200_TE_item
NFC tags
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DRDZ08E/ref=pe_385040_30332200_TE_item
Desktop dock
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Desktop-Syn...G-G2-USB-Cable-/310981962863?var=610280548984
Added some fantastic earbuds and a sleek external battery that I've just bought.
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You can't go wrong with that price either. I'm going to buy a 64GB SDXC card and test it.
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For card readers also check out the MeeNova I got one of these when it was still a Kickstarter and I LOVE it. I recently tested it on my OPO with my Sandisk UHS I 64GB MicroSDXC and it read it no problem!
Thanks for the link to the Screen Protector! I'm going to check that one out, can't argue that price either! After watching K.P. Smith's YouTube video's and reading some other reviews I'm going to go for the Boxwave Blackout case, I prefer the button's cut-out personally. After that I'll update this post with my recommendations (if I like those screen protectors and case, etc.)
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That's a really cool card reader! I'm definitely buying one
Yeah man, I previously bought some Extreme Guard and Spartan Shieldz screen protectors and they were garbage. They were horribly cut, they lie about the features, and the cut out areas wouldn't stick. I was stressing out and preparing for another battle when the iLLumiShield protectors arrived, but it was really refreshing seeing how easily it all went, save yourself the trouble man and buy them.
rickyx32 said:
Added some fantastic earbuds and a sleek external battery that I've just bought.
You can't go wrong with that price either. I'm going to buy a 64GB SDXC card and test it.
That's a really cool card reader! I'm definitely buying one
Yeah man, I previously bought some Extreme Guard and Spartan Shieldz screen protectors and they were garbage. They were horribly cut, they lie about the features, and the cut out areas wouldn't stick. I was stressing out and preparing for another battle when the iLLumiShield protectors arrived, but it was really refreshing seeing how easily it all went, save yourself the trouble man and buy them.
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Awesome, thanks for the links, lol I have a Kia external battery that I got for free at the NY Int'l Car Show for just signing up for information on their new Kia K900. Can't beat free!
Yeah I had the Xtreme Guard protector on my Galaxy S4, it didn't last long at all, plus it wasn't cut right and it took them 3 tries to send me the right one. Not that I could really complain for $1.50 after some $90 off coupon code, but prior to that I was always a die hard Zagg InvisibleShield fan, they're just too pricey and I got tired of that rubbery feel to my screen.
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I ordered these. Those Xiaomi Pistons 2 are awesome! Highly recommended.
NFC tags
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DRDZ08E/ref=pe_385040_30332200_TE_item
Desktop dock
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Desktop-Syn...G-G2-USB-Cable-/310981962863?var=610280548984
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I'm really interested in these NFC Tags - what app do you use to write them? I've never had one before and am thinking of picking this pack up!
And I saw K.P. Smith's review of this dock - it definitely looks like a good deal, but since I'm impatient I'm going to order it here on Amazon hoping it ships from within the US instead, lol http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00K0E41E2...=UTF8&colid=RU5277T9F619&coliid=IFUITJUGJV744
I use NFC tags to automate many repetitive things. For example I have Tasker task setup to start a bunch of things then Cast my phone screen to my car Head unit.
So when I get into the car, I simply tap the NFC tag, then my phone's screen is displayed on the 7" screen in the car. Very cool stuff!