Just wanted Peoples input on which case is better/tougher.thanks
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I have the Casemate Toughcase and Realook and have been very happy with it. Good mix of protection and style.
The Cyclops looks a bit big for my tastes but looks like it would protect well.
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I have the Trident case.
The good:
-great protection
-very well built
-durable
-nice features (dust filters, covers, etc)
The Bad:
-Silicone cover is a doghair/dust/dirt mgnet
-the protective clear cover scratches easily
-touchscreen edge typing difficult (the case goes to the edge of the touchscreen glass)
-microusb cover hard to accress (same goes for 3.5mm plug)
more infoo!!!
DigitalMonk said:
I have the Casemate Toughcase and Realook and have been very happy with it. Good mix of protection and style.
The Cyclops looks a bit big for my tastes but looks like it would protect well.
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I also have the same combination as you. Case mate toughcase + realook screen protector, and I can say that I am very satisfied with them.
I know there are some trade-offs between protection and slimness, but I can live with a little bit thicker if I can forget about dropping my vibrant.
i use a real cheap 5 dollar case i got on ebay. it works great. the only issue i have had with it is that it broke after the 5th fall. i put some tape on the edges and it works great. it adds bulk but not much. i tried a silicone hard back cover but the slicone was crap.my case protects and looks ok. its black matt. and adds some grip. i find the cheapo ebay cases work just as well as the name brand ones.
ps. remote droid is great. i feel like a king.
I was told my trident case was being shipped friday.. Still haven't received it just yet.. But I'm so anxious!
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fyi to all, use giftguide1 for discount code on casemate and get 30% off, tried on toughcase and got it for $20.99
de31 said:
fyi to all, use giftguide1 for discount code on casemate and get 30% off, tried on toughcase and got it for $20.99
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Thanks for this, just ordered mine....
good **** de31
just ordered my hard-case.
got mine and love it, ads a little bulk but it looks good, better in person than in the pictures in my opinion, and makes the phone feel so much more solid.
So, Ordered the Casemate on Dec. 21, and received it this morning (23rd).
Love this case. I had been using the rubber case from Tmobile but wanted something with more protection and easier to get out of my pocket.
The only, I mean "ONLY" complaint thus far is that the screen protector I received with my case is for the UK VERSION i9000.. (has the hole at the bottom for the pad area). I may fire off an email and see if they will correct this but I haven't used a screen protector yet with this phone so its not really a priority.
Pro: Fast shipping, Good looking, Tough and at a Great price (Thanks again de31 for the 30% gift code).
Con:.......eh
Unfortunately all they have are the i9000 screen protectors, it said so last I checked on the site
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hamdori said:
I also have the same combination as you. Case mate toughcase + realook screen protector, and I can say that I am very satisfied with them.
I know there are some trade-offs between protection and slimness, but I can live with a little bit thicker if I can forget about dropping my vibrant.
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x3... I'm very happy with this combo and dont see myself changing it up anytime soon. Its taken a few good drops like a champ.
EckoInLasVegas said:
The good:
-great protection
-very well built
-durable
-nice features (dust filters, covers, etc)
The Bad:
-Silicone cover is a doghair/dust/dirt mgnet
-the protective clear cover scratches easily
-touchscreen edge typing difficult (the case goes to the edge of the touchscreen glass)
-microusb cover hard to accress (same goes for 3.5mm plug)
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Late to party yall, but I've had Trident's Cyclops case since Thanksgiving & still absolutely love it.
I mostly agree with the above points, but:
1. No scratches here.
2. Zero difficulty accessing ports.
Case DOES impede on the extreme screen margins, which is maddening until you get used to it.
Now, no longer an issue.
Also, bulk feels amazingly addictive. I have an Incipio Feather (nice for an ultrathin) as well, but it no longer feels right in my hand.
Nero 4 ... (j/k for now)
trident here, agree with review but all in all it's great case. i used to always drop my phone w/out a case and didnt think i needed 1 because of gorilla glass. but then it fell on a rock and screen was def cracked but still functional. now that i have trident i rarely drop phone because the case adds bulk, and it isn't nearly as slippery. it's def annoying sometimes when you cant access edges of screen but you get used to it and can get it working (just do it slower). i was always a fan of cheap $5 cases but after a while they always fall apart. trident was $25 on ebay and i would buy another if ever necssary.
What about this one:
http://www.otterbox.com/samsung-vibrant-cases/samsung-vibrant-cases,default,sc.html
otterbox was recently released. i don't have any experience w/them. just looking at it tho i would still stick with trident mainly because of the lip above the camera, makes breaking lens extremely difficult
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I just ordered my Trident Cyclops in Orange, with Orange rubber and the Belt holster. Should arrive this week. Love the options Trident gives you for creating a "custom" look.
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im looking for a thin atrix case.. any suggestions
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im looking for a thin atrix case.. any suggestions
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I want a simlar thing, I think I'm going to just wait for the OEM rugged battery door; looks sweet and will still work with the docks!
http://www.mobilecityonline.com/wireless/store/productdetail.asp?productid=27649
I picked up the bodyglove that ATT sells, love it so far feels good in the hand and deosn't add bulk to the phone. Bought the otterbox but that thing is huge don't like at all sucks to cause the store I got it from doesn't do returns so currently selling it on ebay.
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Here is also a thread where they are talking about the three that can be found at ATT website besides the otterbox
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=958367
I bought this one:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004O95J0Y
I have used this material in several phones , it kind of adheres to surfaces
I'll get it next week and report back
I got the Body Glove and think the thickness is perfect.
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I got the Body Glove and think the thickness is perfect.
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I got this one as well. Had it for my Captivate too. Works great and doesn't stick to your pocket lining.
I think the Incipio Feather case should be very thin. Available from them directly or I'm hearing in Radio Shack too.
We have that same case on the wife's iP4 and it adds almost no bulk to the phone. It probably doesn't provide much shock resistance like the Otterbox cases, but prevents scratches and makes it easier to grip.
I purchased a smoke TPU case off of EBay; should be here today or tomorrow. I've used a TPU case on my EVO since about 2 weeks after I had it and I love the feel and the slimness of the case, and the fact that it provides a bumper of sorts to keep the screen from lying on surfaces (unlike the Incipio case).
The one I purchased is item 290530353216 (chose that one due to the seller's location being near to me, only reason really).
If you have prime with Amazon, the case 2 posts above is only $2 with 2 day shipping
http://www.amazon.com/EMPIRE-Black-...LKO4/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1298653527&sr=8-2
Can you still dock the phone with the body glove?
The body glove case works with the car dock perfectly. It's a great case. Not to rubbery and not to slippery, just right.
any TPU case is the way to go. rubbery and protective, but not too rubbery to stick in your pocket and not come out.
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The body glove case works with the car dock perfectly. It's a great case. Not to rubbery and not to slippery, just right.
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What about with the standard dock or the HD Multimedia dock?
pvillasuso said:
I bought this one:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004O95J0Y
I have used this material in several phones , it kind of adheres to surfaces
I'll get it next week and report back
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If you have prime with Amazon, the case 2 posts above is only $2 with 2 day shipping
http://www.amazon.com/EMPIRE-Black-...LKO4/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1298653527&sr=8-2
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are they easy to take off and put on? is the material bendable?
I purchased the Speck case at the Att store. Very good protection nice looks without the added bulk of an otterbox case.
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Cross posting this from the Incipio thread:
Just scored the Incipio Feather case (in black) - we're already using one on our iPhone 4, and I really like it. I wanted something to cover the back/side, provide better grip, and maybe offer a touch of drop resistance, but that's secondary.
The material is super thin, like 0.5mm or thinner, it basically adds no bulk to the phone. It does come with a screen protector, but I doubt I'll use it, I'm pretty gentle with my phones and they're usually just in my pocket (and I keep my rusty nails and broken glass in a +different+ pocket). Plus the design isn't edge-to-edut
The fit is tight, really clean, the ports/buttons are easily accessible. It uses that popular "soft touch" type material, which has an almost felt like surface. We have a Speck case that's like this. The nice thing vs. silicone is it's grippy, but it doesn't attract dust ~n~ gunk and wipes clean. It also isn't so sticky that it's hard to get out of a pocket!
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The Body Glove does not work with these docks. It will fit (extremely tight), but the thickness of the sides of the case near the HDMI and microUSB ports keeps the phone from sitting all the way down on the dock. The end result is that it doesn't trigger or power the device.
I ended up returning my dock because of this.
+1 for the Incipio feather. Its the right mix of style and protection in the this case range. I dropped my phone about two feet this morning, and the feather was more than adequate to protect it.
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+1 for the Incipio feather. Its the right mix of style and protection in the this case range. I dropped my phone about two feet this morning, and the feather was more than adequate to protect it.
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Out of curiosity, did you try your screen protector?
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Cross posting this from the Incipio thread:
Just scored the Incipio Feather case (in black) - we're already using one on our iPhone 4, and I really like it. I wanted something to cover the back/side, provide better grip, and maybe offer a touch of drop resistance, but that's secondary.
The material is super thin, like 0.5mm or thinner, it basically adds no bulk to the phone. It does come with a screen protector, but I doubt I'll use it, I'm pretty gentle with my phones and they're usually just in my pocket (and I keep my rusty nails and broken glass in a +different+ pocket). Plus the design isn't edge-to-edut
The fit is tight, really clean, the ports/buttons are easily accessible. It uses that popular "soft touch" type material, which has an almost felt like surface. We have a Speck case that's like this. The nice thing vs. silicone is it's grippy, but it doesn't attract dust ~n~ gunk and wipes clean. It also isn't so sticky that it's hard to get out of a pocket!
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Off topic: Which lock screen app are you using? Also, what's the app at the bottom of the screen? Thanks.
Since the international Galaxy S3 is exactly the same form as the U.S. variants, check out that thread first.
My 2 cents...
TPU:
All of the TPU cases are essentially identical, and provide the best protection VS all others -- except an Otterbox -- should you drop it, and the 2nd-best grip (VS silicone). They range from the official Samsung TPU cases ("overpriced"), down to the $2 EBay S-Line / X-Line's. I went for some middle-of-the-road Cruzerlite cases ($10 each or $20 for 3 on Amazon), and they're great, though not as grippy on the sides as I would've liked.
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Hard Polycarb:
The hard polycarbonate plastic cases are also very nice and slightly thinner than TPU, but provide little drop protection. Some provide more top/bottom coverage than others, and some, like this Rock Quicksand case I bought, are actually much grippier than you might expect (it's grippier than my Cruzerlite!):
There are still many other types of cases to consider (listed in order of their level of drop protection):
Full body armor -- bulky; otterbox
TPU
Silicone / Gel / Jelly -- these are the grippiest cases you can get, but that also means they attract lint like the plague, are harder to take out of your pocket, and so flexible that they have a tendency to slip off the phone. I still have one of these $0.99 cases on my Captivate, and it's OK, but not ideal.
Bumpers -- protection around the edges of the phone only; often paired with body skins for scratch protection.
Polycarb
Leather pouches -- for "executive" style; slow to access
Flip -- usually seen on tablets; a little awkward to hold when the flaps around back; a big plus is that it replaces the original back cover of the phone, so the original will never get scratched; very little drop protection
Gelaskin / fullbody skins -- scratch protection, but zero drop protection; they're basically just stickers.
Metal battery cover replacements -- these are known to interfere with NFC, and GPS; steer clear
Other...
Soft TPU / hard polycarb are still the most common.
(my ideal case would fuse TPU or polycarb with grippy silicone on the edges, but AFAIK nobody makes this)
I have a flip on order. IMHO the display is the weakest link and the photos posted from EU with totally busted screens annoys me. I'm hoping that the flip's cover will help protect the display somewhat.
The problem is the design, there's hardly any bevel to keep the glass from hitting something and while it's stiffened glass it's not unbreakable. I'm going to gamble on insurance for a couple months even though the replacement cost with insurance is $200 plus processing ($50?).
I'm going with the otterbox defender.
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I'm going with the otterbox defender.
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In terms of protection that a great choice, however, it usually removes any styling from the phone. Since Samsung is making the flip case it won't box up the style or feel of the phone (and I have a desk charger on order too which it will still work with). There was a video on some UK retailer site...
I'm probably gettin a Diztronic TPU case once they're available have em on my Nexus GSII and Atrix all are great...minimal bulk great drop protection.
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I'm probably gettin a Diztronic TPU case once they're available have em on my Nexus GSII and Atrix all are great...minimal bulk great drop protection.
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+1
I have on of these for my Skyrocket and it's great. They cost about $10...
I already have my Cruzerlite TPU cases...just waiting for the phone. I love these cases on my Gnex.
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I'm ready to go - now I just need the phone.... Come on Amazon
I have the same screen protector but it sucks..
djkinetic said:
I'm probably gettin a Diztronic TPU case once they're available have em on my Nexus GSII and Atrix all are great...minimal bulk great drop protection.
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I'm liking the looks of this plus the price.
How is the Otterbox Commuter series in general? I'm looking for a quality case, but nothing bulky. I had a Defender for my iPhone, but it ended up being too bulky so I never put it back on.
HOW ABOUT THIS ONE
http://www.ebay.com/itm/15084039267.../sch/i.html?_sacat=0&_nkw=150840392675&_rdc=1
AND official one
http://www.ebay.com/itm/GENUINE-Sam...AU_MobilePhoneAccessories&hash=item3f189b2c84
I ordered this one
http://www.amazon.com/Cimo-S-Line-Flexible-Samsung-Galaxy/dp/B0087GANO2/ref=pd_cp_cps_0
But my phone is blue. Should be here Friday
what case would u recommend that also comes with a kickstand...google showed me nuthin major
I have the Rock on mine International GS3. I love it. Best case I have ever had for a phone.
i already have a TPU S-Line case ready and waiting when mine arrives today. I started using these with the SII and when I got my Note I got one for it as well. love the gippy texture on the sides as it really reduces any drops...and its only 4.98 with free shipping.. also got a desktop charger that the phone will fit into with the case on.
New Black S Line Wave TPU Gel Phone Cover Case for Samsung i9300 Galaxy S 3 SIII
http://www.ebay.com/itm/33073802533...X:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2648#ht_2012wt_1166
Desktop Dock In Hard Case Charger Cradle Mount For Samsung Galaxy S3
http://www.ebay.com/itm/17085373242...X:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649#ht_1443wt_1397
caulton said:
what case would u recommend that also comes with a kickstand...google showed me nuthin major
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There's this but it's not stylish: http://www.ebay.com/itm/BLK-WHITE-I...ccessories&hash=item3a75bec2e3#ht_1416wt_1185
But I think that this above design will certainly protect the f*g glass from breaking, but no tight jeans....
This has a kickstand too and looks better: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Fosmon-Sams...ccessories&hash=item589458d504#ht_3353wt_1185
holy moly, im going to have nightmares about that case tonight.
how about we bite off of apple with a bumper case
http://www.ebay.com/itm/TPU-BUMPER-...ain_0&var=&hash=item519fe65426#ht_9186wt_1010
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what case would u recommend that also comes with a kickstand...google showed me nuthin major
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People complain that the stand on most kickstand-cases is often flimsy or slippy, so I wouldn't cheap out here if you really intend to use the kickstand a lot vs a dock or desk stand.
If I hadn't ordered a universal ThoughtOut stand I'd have opted either for the official samsung vent case (where you put a coin in the back to act as the stand):
Or, this "SD smart stand" case, which is also getting high praise (the stand flips in and out like a wristband), though is a bit harder to find:
I ordered the S-Line off ebay for $2, and will replace it with an Otterbox Commuter the moment it's released.
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I ordered the S-Line off ebay for $2, and will replace it with an Otterbox Commuter the moment it's released.
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It was released today. I just the notification email.
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iFace First Class Anti-Shock Case
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This should be stickied. Thanks sir.
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This should be stickied. Thanks sir.
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Thanks! I need to update it more
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Bessi Leather Wallet
Received the Bessi leather wallet (eBay) a couple days ago. Fits 3-4 cards, a screen cleaning wipe, and few bills comfortably. Feels good, looks nice, and I'm very happy with it. :good:
Also set up a neat-o Tasker profile to auto display on/off (using proximity) when opening/closing the wallet
How effective is it as a kickstand?
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How effective is it as a kickstand?
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Just so-so. You may see in the photo I attached, the latch to hold the wallet shut can hang down over the screen.
EDIT: Suppose its not so obvious in the photo...
Wow. That thing is beautiful.
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looking at ebay for a case.. the ones im interested in
G skin S-linee TPU
Mercury fancy flip
eclipse black leather
Feelook point diary case
Arium flip wallet case
Eclipse carbon fiber hard cover
leather case cover pouch
I've had this phone since release day at best buy and bought the rocket fish soft-touch plastic two piece case. Since then I have bought and used JKase DIABLO Series Tough Rugged Dual Layer Case and a generic carbon fiber look hard plastic 2 piece case. I really like the jkase a lot. the kick stand gives great stability(much better than evo 4g) but could be more durable, mine has a crack in it and ive heard of it breaking. Though it doesn't bulge out as far or cover as much of the front as the rocketfish one did. Simply because it's just a slip on rather than snap.
rating best or worst. in my opinion
Best.) JKase - pros- kickstand. rugged look. dual layer. Cons - kickstand could be more durable but is limited to keep case thin. Some audio and usb cables are not small enough to fit the cut outs for the ports.
Good.) Rocket Fish from Best Buy - Pros - Great protection (I have dropped on concrete twice, one at 4 feet and one at 3 feet. just some light scuffing on case no damage to phone at all. I haven't dropped the phone in any of the other cases so can't give rating on those) slick. feels good. Cons - Was the most expensive of the three. Shows finger prints and oils easily.
Okay.) Generic Carbon Fiber Hard Case from amazon - Pros - Price(spent less than $2). Two piece snap on. Cons - becomes very slippery with hand sweat. More of a checkered look then carbon fiber.
Also one note for all cases. the jkase is the only one that protects the buttons, can be hard to press sometimes. The others have open cut outs for the buttons and ports.
CruzerLite Androidified cases are the best. Light-weight, snug fit, do added bulk, and comes in many different colors. It's only $12.90 (also have buy 2 get 1 free).
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Received the Bessi leather wallet (eBay) a couple days ago. Fits 3-4 cards, a screen cleaning wipe, and few bills comfortably. Feels good, looks nice, and I'm very happy with it. :good:
Also set up a neat-o Tasker profile to auto display on/off (using proximity) when opening/closing the wallet
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How is it holding up after a few months?
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How is it holding up after a few months?
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Beautifully! No frays whatsoever. :good:
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Beautifully! No frays whatsoever. :good:
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I may get it, can you link it for me please?
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I may get it, can you link it for me please?
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Can't link just yet eBay "Bessi ] LG Optimus G case OptimusG Leather diary wallet standing case cover" seller is lovelymuz.
Found A Really Neat Case, Everyone Should Take A look. Its Kinda minimalist But Very Nice http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dl...sPageName=VIP:watchlink:top:en#ht_1536wt_1271
NexusS4gFreak said:
Found A Really Neat Case, Everyone Should Take A look. Its Kinda minimalist But Very Nice http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dl...sPageName=VIP:watchlink:top:en#ht_1536wt_1271
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Theres a thread about this case already:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2056358
Seems like the people over there aren't to fond of it
Anyways if you want a minimalist cover try this one:
http://www.amazon.com/Ventev-colorclick-Optimus-LS970-Sprint/dp/B00A274OY4/ref=cm_cr_pr_pb_t
Ive been using it since day one and it looks nice, keeps the camera lens from touching any surface its placed on
Its not "complete coverage" of the phone but I do take good care of my phone and haven't dropped it at all *knocks on wood*
Plus it sits well with my Zagg too (which is a plus for me :good: )
Just got an Xtremeguard Skin (screen protector and rear glass protector) and I got it flawlessly on my first attempt at a wet install. Really simple. Bubbles and haze went away in a few hours while I was at work. Feels tacky but not too tacky (after you break it in a little). Doesn't effect screen quality at all. wanna know the best part? I got it for $3.98 from XtremeGuard on eBay.
I have one question though, I want to buy a carbon fiber skin but I don't want my protector installation to be in vane so...can I apply the skin over the protector that's already there?
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Anybody know where to find some custom made cases? I love this phone but finding a custom case blows.
At first, I was going to get the Spigen Neo Hybrid in Champagne Gold for my black Nexus 5. It's usually about $20.00 U.S.D. with free shipping. I really liked that the iPhone 5/5s and Galaxy S4 versions had replacable colored frames. I wanted their 'Dante Red' and 'Infinity White' colors.
Then I contacted Spigen and asked if those colored replacement frames would be available for their Nexus 5 version of the Neo Hybrid case. They replied back telling me that they have no current plans to offer seperate replacement frames for the Nexus. I guess Nexus 5 sales can't compare to iPhone and Galaxy S sales to justify the expense to produce those frames.
So...off I went searching for something that has that dual color look in red or white.
I found this generic TPU case from eBay and decided to take a chance. I'm glad I did.
Ultra Thin Matte Fiber Pattern Tpu Hard Case Cover For Google Nexus 5
eBay seller 'yin_store1120' from Hong Kong
$8.69 U.S.D. + free shipping
It doesn't add much bulk to the phone, gives you TPU protection all around, and has a glossy colored side edge and a matte faux carbon fiber texture on the back. The backing is especially nice because it doesn't pick up fingerprints. The cutouts are all there and nicely accented. I bought the red and the white, and it still cost me less than one Neo Hybrid.
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Good deal!
Chinese cheap-o cases are usually a dime a dozen but every now and again you find a diamond in the rough, and this appears to be one of those good finds. Just ordered a white one, thanks for the heads up.
I think I'll get one but have a question for you. How do the buttons feel? Are they stiff and hard to push or are they reasonable (compared without the case on)? The buttons would be my main concern.
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PatriotXT92 said:
How do the buttons feel? Are they stiff and hard to push or are they reasonable (compared without the case on)? The buttons would be my main concern.
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Response after pushing the case buttons is very good, actually. There's no looseness, and they don't feel any more stiff than the phone's actual buttons.
And if you look closely at the case buttons, you can see that they are textured. That's a very nice touch (no pun intended )
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Response after pushing the case buttons is very good, actually. There's no looseness, and they don't feel any more stiff than the phone's actual buttons.
And if you look closely at the case buttons, you can see that they are textured. That's a very nice touch (no pun intended )
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I just purchased one in white. Thanks!
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You can buy it even cheaper. Cheapest I've found on eBay was for $2.82 with free shipping.
Thanks for this find. Looks pretty awesome actually.
In terms of protection, how well do you think this case would do in a drop? Have any drops happened with one of these cases on your phone?
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Skyerin said:
In terms of protection, how well do you think this case would do in a drop? Have any drops happened with one of these cases on your phone?
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I used to have a generic TPU case on my Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10, and found the protection to be great. I didn't want silicone ones because they have a sticky feel to them. I then got one of those polycarbonate cases which had a rubberized surface, but I didn't like the feel of that case either, and the hardness of the polycarbonate didn't give me faith that it would absorb the shock for any drop to protect both the phone and the case itself. Then I ended up with the generic TPU case, and from then on that was the way to go for me.
I'm very careful with my phones, but I dropped my X10 a few times getting out of my car where the phone landed onto concrete. The shape-fitting firmness / soft-feel properties of TPU absorbed those multiple-feet drops with no issues. After having it for about 3 years, I retired my X10 just last month. If you looked at it, you would think it was still brand new.
My girlfriend used to have a TPU case on her old HTC EVO 4G and one time accidentally dropped it into a tank of water. The case was tight-fitting secure enough where it kept the water out of almost all the parts it covered, so all she had to do was wipe it down, make sure it was dry after a while, and the phone was fine afterwards.
Now this Nexus 5 case is more stylized than the clear smoke one I had for the X10. This one has textures and a paint/color scheme which makes it feel more hard on the outside surface than my old X10 case even though it is TPU all the way around. But being TPU, I'm sure it will offer good protection.
I have a matte anti-glare, anti-fingerprint screen protector on my Nexus 5 as well. Now fingerprints and fingerprint smudges will be kept to an absolute minimum.
Anyone having this case has a problem with over responsive buttons? Volume rocker works fine. I actually have to push it to work, but power button is way over responsive in my case. I just lay a finger on it without applying any pressure and it gets pressed. It pisses me off since I accidentally happen to turn the phone off while using it or end the call when I don't intend to (I use power button to end call function).
Other than that it's really great case, although I'd rather prefer matte instead of glossy sides, since glossy finish gives almost no grip.
Do you have any other cases? Can you compare the bulkiness to other cases? That's the thing that I look at most is how bulky cases are. Thanks
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Any decent links for lower price? I can't find it any lower.. on Aliexpress they have bulk orders 1.5$/piece for 50+ pieces...
I have a similar bumper with no back which fits perfectly with rhino shield and doesn't raise it like the spigen crap
where did you buy it?
I bought mine here: http://www.ebay.com/itm/390732650970
Found it here too for UK buyers
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Fashion-H...-Skin-For-LG-Google-Nexus5-451-/291052941040?
£1.74 sounds like a great price for it!
Gonna order it!
I love this device and I'm waiting to get the Tech21 case for cheap on ebay for this phone as I loved it on my V30+.
Figured I'll go colorful until then.
I settled on this and it'll be here next week.View attachment 4777486
Got it in today.
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This is an excellent 2 piece case with hard shell protection on all corners and a nice soft touch feel for 9 bux. It's very, very close to the Incipio cases I had on my S5. My Incipios have slightly softer tpu, whick looks just a bit thicker at shock points. On the other hand, this case is a little thinner, while remaining tough. It even has more hard protection on the top of the phone, and the plastic case feels stronger for that extra edge.
It's so cheap, I bought both color combos to mix and match, plus I'll have the replacement for whenever the plastic eventually breaks from a fall (even my Incipio cases broke to save the phone).
LG G8 ThinQ Case, Androgate... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RRMQNKZ?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
If you use this, remember to install and remove in 2 steps. Like most good 2 piece cases, the plastic shell holds the phone tightly, be careful how it flexes around the key cutouts during removal. It seems smoothest to remove the power button edge first.
Although the Incipio feels slightly softer, I'm confident the protection of this is roughly equal in everyday use.
CoverOn case rocks
Great case. TP around the edges and poly-carbonate back that is clear. Works great with wireless charging. very good fit.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07QHG2FX1/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Great case. TP around the edges and poly-carbonate back that is clear. Works great with wireless charging. very good fit.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07QHG2FX1/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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It doesn't have that rainbow look due to the back being glass?
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I have the following cases, but am currently just using a skin from slickwraps.
Ghostek Covert
CruzerLite Leather Texture
Ringke Fusion X
Ringke Fusion
Encased Slim Armor
I have also spent a good amount of time at the carrier shops trying out the overpriced (but pretty great) cases:
Speck Presidio Grip
Tech21 Evo Check
Casemate Tough Clear
If anyone has questions or wants photos, let me know.
pongalong said:
I have the following cases, but am currently just using a skin from slickwraps.
Ghostek Covert
CruzerLite Leather Texture
Ringke Fusion X
Ringke Fusion
Encased Slim Armor
I have also spent a good amount of time at the carrier shops trying out the overpriced (but pretty great) cases:
Speck Presidio Grip
Tech21 Evo Check
Casemate Tough Clear
If anyone has questions or wants photos, let me know.
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I really want to see how that CruzerLite looks in real life. It was the one I was torn on before I picked that blue one I've got. I definitely want the Tech21 but it's gonna have to wait until I can find one on eBay for less someday.
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I really want to see how that CruzerLite looks in real life. It was the one I was torn on before I picked that blue one I've got. I definitely want the Tech21 but it's gonna have to wait until I can find one on eBay for less someday.
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I'll take some photos once I'm home. It's a very nice case and I use it when I get tired of looking at a greasy, fingerprinted device. I've have a love/hate with Tech21 cases - they're great protection but they add so much width. I'd say they're worth it if you really want that 10ft drop protection without going to something beefier. I'm a desk jockey so I'm really enjoying the phone+skin and I only slap on a case if I know I'm going to be somewhat active. It's a shame there aren't more options for LG phones. No love if your name doesn't start with Apple or Samsung.
Septembersrain - It does have a few small areas on the clear back smaller than a dime that look a bit extra shiny since they are in contact with the glass. Not rainbow though.
This case is awesome, very sturdy, has a lip to protect edges of screen, slim, supports wireless charging, kick stand on back for propping up phone in landscape mode, 3 colors, perfect cutouts.
https://www.amazon.ca/Spigen-Tough-...=spigen+lg+g8&qid=1562270983&s=gateway&sr=8-1
Simple case does the job...
https://www.amazon.com/CASEVASN-Shockproof-Anti-Scratches-Flexible-Protective/dp/B07PM2MLZY
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Simple case does the job...
https://www.amazon.com/CASEVASN-Shockproof-Anti-Scratches-Flexible-Protective/dp/B07PM2MLZYView attachment 4797010View attachment 4797011View attachment 4797012
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Same as you will similar, simple and effective and still showing its colour.
I'm rockin the Ringke Fusion, aqua blue on black. Case does its job. Looks nice. Not very comfortable to hold though.
I'm using the spigen tough armor. Loving it so far! doesn't add too much bulk, but it's a solid case. the kickstand is a fantastic feature
I use TPU cases from X-Level.
Spigen Slim Armor, can't really go wrong with that one
And for $20 it's a decent price imo.
Spigen Liquid Crystal
Spigen Liquid Crystal with a Speck Grab Tab.
literally using the one it came with, thick and sturdy enough and hasn't yellowed yet either (crossing my fingers)
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I'm using the spigen tough armor. Loving it so far! doesn't add too much bulk, but it's a solid case. the kickstand is a fantastic feature
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I use these also, they're great cases and work perfectly with wireless charging.
any love for the G8S? i guess not
Im using the Ghosttek case and so far its been what I was wanting. No more sliding off flat tables, or out of my pocket in the car and falling down under the seat anymore. All the buttons work well and has a minimal effect on the overall size of the phone very good case if you arent looking for otterbox style