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Droid 2 Case Reviews!

I just reviewed Droid 2 cases here:
Droid 2 Hard Case:
http://droid2accessories.com/droid-2-accessories/droid-2-hard-case/
Body Glove Droid 2:
http://droid2accessories.com/droid-2-accessories/droid-2-case-review/
Both you can get at Verizon store but Amazon is like 30% cheaper.
Also, I like the hard case better, the Body Glove is waaay too bulky, they added waaaay too much padding, your Droid 2 becomes like a big brick afterwards. But might work for those of you who want a sturdier Droid 2.

Hey thanks for pointing out these rad cases. In the Amazon page it claims to come with a micro fiber cloth and a "screen protector". Did the kit you reviewed come with some sort of clear plastic stick on deal? I hope so, I'm itching to by the white one and storm trooper this beast.
Thanks dude.

The one I bought
The one I bought is the same but I bought it at my local Verizon store for $24.99 doesn't come with a screen protector. darn it. But yeah, that link is the best deal I found and is the exact same case, yey.

Thank you sir I'll post back with the quality of the screen protector, ordering NAOWWW!

Hey thought I'd let you know this case is fantastic! Fits much better than I expected and the white case got me the storm trooper look I was goin for.
I also ordered the OEM extended battery from Verizon (BP7X) and am happy to report that despite its larger size, the case still fits perfect! In fact, I think these were designed for BP7X.
If you look at Zeedomax's pictures, the case has a swell over the battery compartment... with the stock battery installed, there is space between phone and case. With BP7X, like a glove.
I'd also like to say the free screen protector isn't half bad. No glare, no rainbow effect, and doesn't inhibit touch screen usage. The bad: it doesn't take much to scratch. I scuffed it up installing with a credit card and my keys have already done a number on it.
Definitely get this case and the battery!
Use promo code "BAT30" for 30% off and free overnight shipping. (Mine was $37 or so.)

I got the 'carbine' case when I bought mine. It was $25 instore. Also Good luck finding matte screen protectors anywhere. I have somewhat tacky fingers and find that glossy protectors make my fingers catch. I ended up buying a iphone matte protector from best buy and trimming it down to fit (bit of irony no? haha!) stupid things where $18 to boot...

zedomax said:
The one I bought is the same but I bought it at my local Verizon store for $24.99 doesn't come with a screen protector. darn it. But yeah, that link is the best deal I found and is the exact same case, yey.
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teeBOMB said:
Hey thought I'd let you know this case is fantastic! Fits much better than I expected and the white case got me the storm trooper look I was goin for.
I also ordered the OEM extended battery from Verizon (BP7X) and am happy to report that despite its larger size, the case still fits perfect! In fact, I think these were designed for BP7X.
If you look at Zeedomax's pictures, the case has a swell over the battery compartment... with the stock battery installed, there is space between phone and case. With BP7X, like a glove.
I'd also like to say the free screen protector isn't half bad. No glare, no rainbow effect, and doesn't inhibit touch screen usage. The bad: it doesn't take much to scratch. I scuffed it up installing with a credit card and my keys have already done a number on it.
Definitely get this case and the battery!
Use promo code "BAT30" for 30% off and free overnight shipping. (Mine was $37 or so.)
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Thanks for the info guys. I'm curious if the keyboard opens and closes as smoothly as without case. I briefly tried one on my phone and it was noticeably different as if the phone was rubbing against the case while opening and closing.

Yes, there are two clips on the top half of the bottom cover (confusing I know) that rub against the back of the screen when sliding open. Now even though
I noticed a difference immediately, I was not turned off by this at all. It has warn the clips a bit since then and seems to slide a little more effortlessly now...
But to answer your question, NO the case does not hinder the phone in any SERIOUS way. I'd also like to note that this case will drive you crazy on the top row of your keyboard for the first day or two, but now I've already forgotten what it felt like with the case off. Basically, you had about 1-2mm's of space between the top row and the screen. Now that space is non existent. You'll get used to it!
The only thing that seriously erks me, is all the crap that's getting stuck between the case and the phone from extended miles in my pocket. I've already scuffed up the shiny metallic front face pretty bad.

I thought since we are discussing cases, I'd share the slip case I got for my D2:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=170524799245
It wasn't made for the D2, but it fits perfectly and it was cheap. Its already protected my phone from a drop of a few feet to a concrete floor. Most of all, I love the Android at the bottom of it, I thought it was perfect, especially for the price!

Do these cases have a hole for the noise cancelling mic?

http://www.skinomi.com/motorola-droid-2-light-wood-skin-protector.html
Not a case, but I just got this piece of awesomeness. Love it. Makes the phone look 10,000 times sexier.

MissionImprobable said:
http://www.skinomi.com/motorola-droid-2-light-wood-skin-protector.html
Not a case, but I just got this piece of awesomeness. Love it. Makes the phone look 10,000 times sexier.
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That's sick! I'd get it if I didn't already have a case.
hwchouse said:
I'd prefer and recommend Melkco leather cases found at Amazon.
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You are the biggest spamming tool I've ever seen on XDA forums. Go away. This is all you post on various devices' forums.

Yeah, this skin is awesome. There are some other phones that it looks even better on.
As to our friend hwc there, I went ahead and reported him so I'm hopeful he'll be banned.

MissionImprobable said:
Yeah, this skin is awesome. There are some other phones that it looks even better on.
As to our friend hwc there, I went ahead and reported him so I'm hopeful he'll be banned.
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Good call. I'll report him as well. Love your signature btw! Haha

Ballistic Cases 40% Off

Cyber Monday only they are offering 40% off Ballistic Cases. However, the EVO is not available for pre-order at this fantastic price.
If you have any love for the Evo or Ballistic, please go to their Facebook page or email them and ask for the same discount for the EVO!!!
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ballistic-Cases/118747954836122
[email protected]

And while we're at it, if you want to support a company that is supporting the EVO, "Like" their Facebook page

Why would you possibly need to reserve a second posting??

SilverStone641 said:
Why would you possibly need to reserve a second posting??
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haha
I have already used the spot. It is THAT important.
No, I was planning on possibly posting pics of the Ballistic Case to convince everyone that this is an awesome case. My wife and I are using the Cyclops right now, and it rocks. But I would like something more rugged for when I go to work.

Oh you done it now!! Forum police has caught joo!!

Skeptron said:
Oh you done it now!! Forum police has caught joo!!
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Now you've done it, I will never be able to read any of SilverStone's posts without picturing him as that pic.

Skeptron said:
Oh you done it now!! Forum police has caught joo!!
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LOL!! Thats just awesome! i wasn't trying to be a ****. just wondering what he was gonna use all that space for. you usually only see that kinda thing with dev's and all the updates they tend to post.
still, well played sir, well played!

Just fired off a rather douche-y email to [email protected]
I feel that the release of the case was intentionally delayed until this day passed. Basically, if I don't get the EVO case for 40% off because I'm certain this is intentional, I'll be sticking with my Seidio Rugged.

b0r0b said:
Just fired off a rather douche-y email to [email protected]
I feel that the release of the case was intentionally delayed until this day passed. Basically, if I don't get the EVO case for 40% off because I'm certain this is intentional, I'll be sticking with my Seidio Rugged.
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I think I may stick with my Trident Cyclops until I can get a decent discount.

I have been waiting for this case for a while now!! I have been in constant contact with Ballistic about the release date and so forth through phone and email. After they posted the new pics of the redesigned back, and delayed the release even further...I went out and bought the Seidio Innocase Rugged with Holster and LOVE it!! Was considering the Otterbox Defender as I love the Impact and Commuter but the Defender got horrible reviews....
SO, with 40%, I will probably jump back on board. At $50....I'll stick with my RUGGED and like it!! The Seidio Rugged seriously is an AWESOME case, and having the Innocase too is nice. I bought it just for work, the evenings and weekends I let the Evo run around naked. Though I have found myself taking off the exoskeleton and silicone case and leaving on the Innocase in the evenings...its pretty nice!

stanglifemike said:
I have been waiting for this case for a while now!! I have been in constant contact with Ballistic about the release date and so forth through phone and email. After they posted the new pics of the redesigned back, and delayed the release even further...I went out and bought the Seidio Innocase Rugged with Holster and LOVE it!! Was considering the Otterbox Defender as I love the Impact and Commuter but the Defender got horrible reviews....
SO, with 40%, I will probably jump back on board. At $50....I'll stick with my RUGGED and like it!! The Seidio Rugged seriously is an AWESOME case, and having the Innocase too is nice. I bought it just for work, the evenings and weekends I let the Evo run around naked. Though I have found myself taking off the exoskeleton and silicone case and leaving on the Innocase in the evenings...its pretty nice!
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I have to disagree on the Seidio case. I thought it was great when I first got it, but after just a couple weeks the port covers were tearing back into the case and I had to cut them off to stop the tearing. Then one day when I went to take the skeleton off, a piece of it just snapped off in my hand. The camera cover wouldn't stay pinned back anymore, so I had to cut that off too. Finally, the holster is a really poor design. The lock gets unlocked too easily and then the phone can just fall out. It should be made so you push down to lock it and pull up to unlock.
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40% off on an unavailable product, duh

catman51 said:
40% off on an unavailable product, duh
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Hey grandpa, ever hear about a new fangled thing called pre-orders? DUH!!!

kd0axs said:
I have to disagree on the Seidio case. I thought it was great when I first got it, but after just a couple weeks the port covers were tearing back into the case and I had to cut them off to stop the tearing. Then one day when I went to take the skeleton off, a piece of it just snapped off in my hand. The camera cover wouldn't stay pinned back anymore, so I had to cut that off too. Finally, the holster is a really poor design. The lock gets unlocked too easily and then the phone can just fall out. It should be made so you push down to lock it and pull up to unlock.
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That sucks!! Hope that doesnt happen to mine. Mine is actually the Best Buy Platinum brand version. Which appears to be slightly different than the ones branded Seidio. I think they took the flaws from the Seidio branded cases and fixed it on the Platinum branded cases, or so I heard (really looks that way too). For those who dont know, the Platinum brand that Best Buys sells is just Seidio product with a different brand name stamped on it (it even says Seidio on the bottom of all of the packages :-D )

I bought my Seidio Rugged from Amazon..not a port cover has torn or a piece of the skeleton broke off in my hand.
I read this in all the reviews..and all I could do was facepalm and make the purchase KNOWING that these behemoths' were just trying to rip the case off rather than "REMOVE" it. A little finesse goes a long way.
I won't replace my Rugged, just like I never replaced my Seidio case for my G1 way back. I will cheat on my rugged for 40% off that sexy looking ballistic though..even though at full price it's ugly.

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That sucks!! Hope that doesnt happen to mine. Mine is actually the Best Buy Platinum brand version. Which appears to be slightly different than the ones branded Seidio. I think they took the flaws from the Seidio branded cases and fixed it on the Platinum branded cases, or so I heard (really looks that way too). For those who dont know, the Platinum brand that Best Buys sells is just Seidio product with a different brand name stamped on it (it even says Seidio on the bottom of all of the packages :-D )
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Mine lasted since the release date until I broke the skeleton a couple weeks ago. No problems with anything else. The rubber on the replacement they sent is quite a bit heavier and the exoskeleton a slightly different design. I told them it would be nice if just the skeletons were available to buy separately in the Seido store and they said they'd pass that on to sales. If you guys have any problems tell them the same. Oh yeah and colors would be nice too.

^^I agree!! I think they have updated their design and product.
Colors would be nice too!! I like the Pearl White ActiveCase Limited Edition that they have on Amazon. White and black is just a sexy combo on the Evo...

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I read this in all the reviews..and all I could do was facepalm and make the purchase KNOWING that these behemoths' were just trying to rip the case off rather than "REMOVE" it. A little finesse goes a long way.
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Actually, I wasnt "ripping" it off. I just used my fingernail to pull back the corner and release it and it just fell off in my hand. However, I still use it every day and it still does a good job of protecting my EVO. I would just expect more from a case that costs $50 and claims to be "rugged". I preordered mine, so it was one of the first batch. Maybe the newer ones really are better.
Discount or not, I do plan on getting the red Ballistic case when they are available.
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Actually, I wasnt "ripping" it off. I just used my fingernail to pull back the corner and release it and it just fell off in my hand. However, I still use it every day and it still does a good job of protecting my EVO. I would just expect more from a case that costs $50 and claims to be "rugged". I preordered mine, so it was one of the first batch. Maybe the newer ones really are better.
Discount or not, I do plan on getting the red Ballistic case when they are available.
Sent from my HTC EVO 4G with Tapatalk
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Yeah, I don't understand why he's talking about finesse with a "Rugged" case. Anyhow, my wife and I are both careful with our phones and don't rip the case off. And it chipped off on both of our phones.

firemedic1343 said:
Hey grandpa, ever hear about a new fangled thing called pre-orders? DUH!!!
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Brat, it sounded like the sale was for cyber Monday, duh

Trident Electra Case w/ Extended BATTERY now available!!!

Finally out more options soon to come to the website, but im definitely interested but i just want the case.
Black:
http://www.tridenteer.com/products/...G-Extended%2dlife-battery-Bundle-(Black).html
Ice:
http://www.tridenteer.com/products/...-4G-Extended%2dlife-battery-Bundle-(Ice).html

anyone thinking of purchasing other than myself. im waiting to see if i can just get the case.

khalidabuu said:
anyone thinking of purchasing other than myself. im waiting to see if i can just get the case.
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prolly not, either way its prolly gonna cost the same like the extended rugged case by seidio but this looks nice, a fat battery dont pop out like the one from seidio

Kraken lol Prefer that over this new one there coming out with it loooks so fugly great idea tho.
Anyone found a holster that works with the Kraken?

I just ordered this from amazon, it's about $13 cheaper.

That looks like an AWESOME case! I have the cyclops which looks almost exactly the same and LOVE it!

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I just ordered this from amazon, it's about $13 cheaper.
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Me too. I wonder how the battery is going to be, probably just like a china one.

you said u found it on amazon cuz im looking and i definitely dont see one. im also waiting on a review first im curious if it will still have the problem witht the silicone slides coming off

EBAY has them now.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Trident-Electra...629414?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3a65f48f26

khalidabuu said:
Finally out more options soon to come to the website, but im definitely interested but i just want the case.
Black:
http://www.tridenteer.com/products/...G-Extended%2dlife-battery-Bundle-(Black).html
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http://www.tridenteer.com/products/...-4G-Extended%2dlife-battery-Bundle-(Ice).html
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What a shame that its coming out now, about 2 weeks until the EVO is dead (to me anyways). As someone who sells cases, I have no idea what takes these companies ::cough:: otterbox ::cough:: so long to bring these products to market. Dummy phones are available months prior to release in most cases. Extended battery cases I can understand taking longer but almost a year? No. I would of bought one of these 6 months ago. If I order now it probably won't be here until I get the Evo 3D anyways.
edit: holy crap. think they are charging enough for this? considering the only part I need is the rear section (I have the front piece and silicone from my cyclops and a battery) no way would I spend that on this.

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What a shame that its coming out now, about 2 weeks until the EVO is dead (to me anyways). As someone who sells cases, I have no idea what takes these companies ::cough:: otterbox ::cough:: so long to bring these products to market. Dummy phones are available months prior to release in most cases. Extended battery cases I can understand taking longer but almost a year? No. I would of bought one of these 6 months ago. If I order now it probably won't be here until I get the Evo 3D anyways.
edit: holy crap. think they are charging enough for this? considering the only part I need is the rear section (I have the front piece and silicone from my cyclops and a battery) no way would I spend that on this.
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Yea +1 on the timing point. they are actually suppose to create an option to buy just the backing for those that purchased a cyclops. But question how is the silicon on the cyclops is it always coming off like some people say ?

Hello
I just get an extended battery for my iphone from the web.
http://www.papadigitals.com/dsl-series_htc-battery-charger.html
There is some case and standard battery for HTC

I agree the timing stinks but I think this one is a better option than the powerskin. You can actually see the kickstand with this one.

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I agree the timing stinks but I think this one is a better option than the powerskin. You can actually see the kickstand with this one.
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Amen to this comment.
As an owner of the powerskin (VERY FLAWED DESIGN, read my review on this site) and this Trident case, the Trident so far is the winner.
I received the Trident (although to the wrong address than indicated) yesterday. I was luckily home to collect it. I put the cover/battery combination on the Evo and charged it up. I'm not sure how many recharge cycles it's meant to go through before it stays charged, but so far, after one night on the wall charger, it kept a charge for one subway trip from home to work (about 35 minutes) at about 90%. So, pretty much discharged 10% in 35 minutes. I think this may be due to the newness of the battery, however, I would have expected better from the size of the battery (purported) by the company.
I'll post a more thorough review after about a week of use.

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Amen to this comment.
As an owner of the powerskin (VERY FLAWED DESIGN, read my review on this site) and this Trident case, the Trident so far is the winner.
I received the Trident (although to the wrong address than indicated) yesterday. I was luckily home to collect it. I put the cover/battery combination on the Evo and charged it up. I'm not sure how many recharge cycles it's meant to go through before it stays charged, but so far, after one night on the wall charger, it kept a charge for one subway trip from home to work (about 35 minutes) at about 90%. So, pretty much discharged 10% in 35 minutes. I think this may be due to the newness of the battery, however, I would have expected better from the size of the battery (purported) by the company.
I'll post a more thorough review after about a week of use.
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okay ill be looking forward to that review seriously how is the in hand feel and do u think the case can accomodate the seidio extended battery ?

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okay ill be looking forward to that review seriously how is the in hand feel and do u think the case can accomodate the seidio extended battery ?
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I can't comment on the seidio thing, stopped buying their defective products years ago. I'd check the dimensions of this case against the dimensions of the seidio extended battery.
the case itself is a two-part clip on:
Back part is see through (got the icy version), clips on to the front part which has a screen protector already as part of the front.
The entire thing is wrapped in a separate rubber covering that you put on after snapping the case together. The thing itself feels very nice. I don't know about the battery life, will figure it out after a few days or week's use.
The bottom part has a flip-open cover for the battery cable and other inputs.
all the buttons are accessible because adding the plastic snap on makes everything a bit recessed, these guys thought of that as well. It is a nice touch.
All-in-all, the case is very strong. I'm not at all worried about the device dinging up.

If possible could anybody that gets one of these let us know if it will fit in any of the hip holsters? I have a holster that got with my innocase extended combo and I have another holster that came with one of the ebay cheapo specials.

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I can't comment on the seidio thing, stopped buying their defective products years ago. I'd check the dimensions of this case against the dimensions of the seidio extended battery.
the case itself is a two-part clip on:
Back part is see through (got the icy version), clips on to the front part which has a screen protector already as part of the front.
The entire thing is wrapped in a separate rubber covering that you put on after snapping the case together. The thing itself feels very nice. I don't know about the battery life, will figure it out after a few days or week's use.
The bottom part has a flip-open cover for the battery cable and other inputs.
all the buttons are accessible because adding the plastic snap on makes everything a bit recessed, these guys thought of that as well. It is a nice touch.
All-in-all, the case is very strong. I'm not at all worried about the device dinging up.
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okay that does sound goood i shall check it up against the specs. one more question i keep hearing ppl with the cyclops saying the the rubber ring that protects the sides of the cases comes off and on when pulling out of your pocket true or false ? and how much bulk does this case actually add from the pictures it looks kind of sliming. But, i personally cant trust pictures after the deception of the powerskin.

Once again, I think this case is a thinker version of the Cyclops which I have. Great case and VERY secure but not too pocket friendly. The stickiness of the silicone bumper makes it annoying to slide in and out of tight places. But in all honestly, this case is pretty freaking sweet. The upgraded screen protector is much nicer and I believe all the cases come with an extended audio jack since it is now recessed because of the case. If I were in the market I would definitely buy the Electra!

I have this one and the original. The rubber thing has never came off, in fact it is hard to take it off. The case is wonderful and only a tad bigger than its original. The battery is good as its been up over 60 hours and awake for 12 hours with no mods.

Can't someone make a thin case for a thin phone?

First off - let me disclaimer this:
Some people want the Fort Knox of cases. They are clumsy with their phone. They've experienced dropping their phone several feet to the ground. They want impact protection. The G-Shock of phone cases. And they aren't afraid to carry something the size of a brick with the appearance of something from Toys 'R Us in trade for that protection. No problem. Obviously there's no shortage of THOSE cases.
My problem is that there ONLY seem to be cases made for those kinds of people.
I'm looking for a case that more or less barely wraps the phone - not for impact resistance, but abrasion resistance, light protection from scratches. I keep my phone in my pocket 100% of the time, and I'm more than respectfully careful when it's out - call me paranoid. But I know from experience with [all my other phones that I've never bought a case for] that light scratches can appear over time.
One of the BEST things about the SGS2 is the thin profile of the phone - and I'm already disappointed to have lost 1mm of that thinness, but willing to live with it. With a phone this size already, I'm not willing to lose millimeters more. It's supposed to be a thin phone.
Jokes about Apple lawsuits aside, I wish there were a case more akin to the iPhone 4's bumper case - something that offered just minimal protection - when setting the phone down, perhaps a little impact protection of the phone were to fall - but not taking away from the overall thin profile of the phone with an enveloping, thick back panel. Hell, if I eventually had to replace the battery door, I can do that for less than the cost of a new case anyway.
Are there any cases for guys who want thin? Who don't want it for impact protection, just simple, pocketable, wear protection against minor scratches and the like? And - can that case look classy?
I've only seen this one, but it's for the regular SGSII, not the sprint version:
http://www.case-mate.com/Samsung-Ga...-S-II-Barely-There-Brushed-Aluminum-Cases.asp
Even that wraps fully around the phone and adds thickness... it merely offers the promise of being thin.
What's the thinnest option out there, if impact resistance weren't a concern?

I got my tpu case on with out the back battery cover, and it feels fairly thin, and will still provide some protection. The case is without the back cover stay flush with the camera. I am going to order another one with matte finish.

The TPU's are good and cheap too. A good holdover until the barelythere comes out...which I predict will be within a couple weeks.
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The TPU's are good and cheap too. A good holdover until the barelythere comes out...which I predict will be within a couple weeks.
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Case-mate - Brushed Aluminum Barely There Case, Epic Touch 4G

The TPU-cases are really nice, and I was surprised that it didn't add much thickness at all. I did post a review here, along with some pictures.

The carbon kickstand case you can get at the store is perfect imo. The phone feels no bigger with it on.

I wish Rearth (http://www.rearthusa.com/) would make a case for the ET4G, but last I emailed them they weren't intererested at this time since A) it wasn't out yet, and B) they didn't anticipate high demand for it.
The reviews on the international SII cases were really good too :-/

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The carbon kickstand case you can get at the store is perfect imo. The phone feels no bigger with it on.
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How's that sprint kickstand case? Is it the fold into a triangle kick stand or an actual bar that pops up? It looks similar to my buddy's trianglish plastic kickstand case on his tmobile GSI vibrant and that thing is a piece of junk. Fits the phone like it was chisselled out of plastic, looks like $hit.
For $30 it better be sexy.

jirafabo said:
How's that sprint kickstand case? Is it the fold into a triangle kick stand or an actual bar that pops up? It looks similar to my buddy's trianglish plastic kickstand case on his tmobile GSI vibrant and that thing is a piece of junk. Fits the phone like it was chisselled out of plastic, looks like $hit.
For $30 it better be sexy.
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Not a triangle but a little wider than most bar kickstands I've seen. My gripe with that case is it doesn't cover the top and bottom of the phone, it fits more like a holster than a case. And for $30 thats IMO unacceptable.
I'm waiting for seidio to make a case for this phone, loved the innocase I have on my hero and it wasnt very thick at all.

How about a stick on skin if you want the thinnest "cover" possible?

jirafabo said:
How's that sprint kickstand case? Is it the fold into a triangle kick stand or an actual bar that pops up? It looks similar to my buddy's trianglish plastic kickstand case on his tmobile GSI vibrant and that thing is a piece of junk. Fits the phone like it was chisselled out of plastic, looks like $hit.
For $30 it better be sexy.
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I'm using a gloss-black TPU at the moment (and loving it) but I'm really considering one of those kickstands. I've put my phone in one a few times. It looks good but for the money it feels really inadequate.

Thanks for all the good suggestions...
I did actually read that review of the TPU case... one of my coworkers has one on his 3D. In his case, it covered the camera hump and made the phone thinner - the implementation on this phone seems much better.
For the money, it's tempting to at least as a stop gap to use for a few months to see what becomes available - or I'll just use none as a stop gap, like I've done with all my other phones. This one just seems like a phone worthy of babying more than I already do baby my lifeline.
A skin... I'm not aware of any, but I'm initially cringing thinking of what kind of vinyl wrap that may imply... cartoon characters, immature sayings, dragons and swords, flames, or what? Maybe something that's just a texture or color?

geolemon said:
Thanks for all the good suggestions...
I did actually read that review of the TPU case... one of my coworkers has one on his 3D. In his case, it covered the camera hump and made the phone thinner - the implementation on this phone seems much better.
For the money, it's tempting to at least as a stop gap to use for a few months to see what becomes available - or I'll just use none as a stop gap, like I've done with all my other phones. This one just seems like a phone worthy of babying more than I already do baby my lifeline.
A skin... I'm not aware of any, but I'm initially cringing thinking of what kind of vinyl wrap that may imply... cartoon characters, immature sayings, dragons and swords, flames, or what? Maybe something that's just a texture or color?
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There are a number of companies that make removable, transparent "full body" skins. I've had good luck with both Skinomi and Zagg protectors in the past.

mrpickem said:
The TPU's are good and cheap too. A good holdover until the barelythere comes out...which I predict will be within a couple weeks.
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Maybe sooner
Case-mate - Brushed Aluminum Barely There Case, Epic Touch 4G
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Is this legit? Case-mate's site doesnt have any products for the Epic 4g Touch at all.

Ogre840 said:
I wish Rearth (http://www.rearthusa.com/) would make a case for the ET4G, but last I emailed them they weren't intererested at this time since A) it wasn't out yet, and B) they didn't anticipate high demand for it.
The reviews on the international SII cases were really good too :-/
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I have a Rearth case for the international SGS2 and though it's a tight fit, it can be used on the ET4G. Bear in mind, some of the cutouts aren't aligned quite right, but I can use the camera and also charge with the case on.
This is the case I'm referring to:
http://www.rearthusa.com/Galaxy-S-2-_p_252.html

tgigh said:
Is this legit? Case-mate's site doesnt have any products for the Epic 4g Touch at all.
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I dunno, I tried to order and it says I am not allowed to order this item.

mrpickem said:
I dunno, I tried to order and it says I am not allowed to order this item.
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That's a reseller type site... according to a few other spots around the net, Case-Mate has the barely there, pop, and tough cases coming out starting 9/29 or so. Whether or not this is legit, I still cannot say... but hopefully.

Well, this may be good news. That aluminum one for the original GSII looks pretty classy, I would pick one of those up if available...
...and from that listing on CaseMate's actual website, I'm going to guess they'll be available pretty soon!

geolemon said:
Well, this may be good news. That aluminum one for the original GSII looks pretty classy, I would pick one of those up if available...
...and from that listing on CaseMate's actual website, I'm going to guess they'll be available pretty soon!
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dmarden said:
That's a reseller type site... according to a few other spots around the net, Case-Mate has the barely there, pop, and tough cases coming out starting 9/29 or so. Whether or not this is legit, I still cannot say... but hopefully.
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I dunno, I tried to order and it says I am not allowed to order this item.
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Just emailed support to ask with a link to the item listed; I should hear back in next couple of days. From the listing, it looks like the kind of site that sells to 3rd party vendors, and since the packaging says Sprint branded, I suspect this is meant for non-corporate Sprint stores. Just a guess, but I will update if I hear anything back.
PS I bought the kickstand case and I kinda hated it, returned it within the hour... felt flimsy and overpriced, and it was more of a bad holster than a case; barely held the phone in and the kickstand was very tough to un-clip. I never say a product is not for anyone, but it certainly wasn't for me.

geekaren said:
I have a Rearth case for the international SGS2 and though it's a tight fit, it can be used on the ET4G. Bear in mind, some of the cutouts aren't aligned quite right, but I can use the camera and also charge with the case on.
This is the case I'm referring to:
http://www.rearthusa.com/Galaxy-S-2-_p_252.html
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Interesting to know that it will work, mostly. I've just been leaving feedback from various computers at work and at home via their feedback link hoping I they'll see a demand for it and make a case for the ET4G

AMZER SHELLSTER Case/Holster

http://www.amzer.com/Amzer-Shellster-with-Kickstand-White-P96306.htm
I purchased this case this weekend online. My wife has one similar to it and I've kinda fallen in love with it. The price is really good in my opinion. I chose UPS Ground Shipping in my order and it came to $22. All around, even without the holster, this is really nice. I'll post a review once it arrives and I've used it for a bit.
By the way, it comes in different colors (B/W) like a black holster and a white case, white holster and black case, etc.

can6rxw said:
http://www.amzer.com/Amzer-Shellster-with-Kickstand-White-P96306.htm
I purchased this case this weekend online. My wife has one similar to it and I've kinda fallen in love with it. The price is really good in my opinion. I chose UPS Ground Shipping in my order and it came to $22. All around, even without the holster, this is really nice. I'll post a review once it arrives and I've used it for a bit.
By the way, it comes in different colors (B/W) like a black holster and a white case, white holster and black case, etc.
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Would you be able to post a couple of pictures of how it looks. For example when it's holstered or just a few angles? I was looking at this case as well.

PsychDrummer said:
Would you be able to post a couple of pictures of how it looks. For example when it's holstered or just a few angles? I was looking at this case as well.
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I certainly will. I'm kinda excited to get it. I bought one for my pastor at church too. He's one of those iPhone guys.
I haven't worn a hipcase in years. Not sure if I'll like that but the case itself is standalone so no holster is needed if you don't want it.

can6rxw said:
I certainly will. I'm kinda excited to get it. I bought one for my pastor at church too. He's one of those iPhone guys.
I haven't worn a hipcase in years. Not sure if I'll like that but the case itself is standalone so no holster is needed if you don't want it.
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What would you say is the protection/slim ratio...if that makes sense. It's also 50% off today for Cyber Monday. On Saturday it was actually 70% off...should have grabbed it then. I just wasnt sure the quality of the company.

These are the kind that don't protect a top or bottom edges when you slide it into the case correct?

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These are the kind that don't protect a top or bottom edges when you slide it into the case correct?
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I'm pretty sure it's actually a case, and then the holster is optional if you want to use it.

Not what I asked, but thanks.
There's a lot of this style of case where the actual case, the case, not the holster, does not cover the top or bottom edge of the phone when is slid into the case, the case, not the holster.

I noticed, if you look at the link I provided, in the pictures that the top and bottom are bare in the center. The sides are protected and around the corners. To me, it's not a big deal as I'm very careful with me devices. I'm just not a major fan of adding a lot of bulk to a phone. It's big enough now and when that is in my pocket...people think I'm happy to see them. So no otterboxes or similar for me. They do have the cases without the holster that are 10 bucks. They look similar and have decent protection on the top and bottom.

Possible rebranding w/price increase.
Be aware this looks like it could be the same case rebranded as the MaxBoost cases that are less expensive...
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FXCS1LU/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
There is a coupon floating around to get the Maxboost case for $5.95
can6rxw said:
http://www.amzer.com/Amzer-Shellster-with-Kickstand-White-P96306.htm
I purchased this case this weekend online. My wife has one similar to it and I've kinda fallen in love with it. The price is really good in my opinion. I chose UPS Ground Shipping in my order and it came to $22. All around, even without the holster, this is really nice. I'll post a review once it arrives and I've used it for a bit.
By the way, it comes in different colors (B/W) like a black holster and a white case, white holster and black case, etc.
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techteacher2 said:
Be aware this looks like it could be the same case rebranded as the MaxBoost cases that are less expensive...
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FXCS1LU/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
There is a coupon floating around to get the Maxboost case for $5.95
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Nice...probably the same company but selling "seconds" under a different name. Good find if you want to save a couple bucks.