http://stores.ebay.com/androidstati...75260012&_sid=995019462&_trksid=p4634.c0.m322
I just got it today, it feels really nice compared to the one I got at the Verizon store. I'm definitely taking the Verizon garbage back. This was really inexpensive, and seems like it will protect my phone just fine. It also seems like you could get a full body Zagg/Skinomi/Body Guardz/Ghost Armor in there too, but it'll fit snug.
Just got the Amzer Argyle TPU cover off Amazon for about $10. I like it so far, and should hold me over until Otterbox releases a Defender for the T-bolt.
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Yeah awesome case. TPU is the best. I have grey argyle and posted about in in another thread - very good choice for cheap.
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i bought a cheapy for the time being too....cant wait for the otterbox, wish they had pre-released them
Are the Amzer ones on Amazon $10 plus shipping? I got mine for 6 dollars with free shipping. Dirt cheap, stylish and decent protection! They seem to be IDENTICAL to the Amzer ones.
I had an Amzer case like this for my DroiodX, but I found the areas that covered the buttons too stiff to get a good feel for when they were actually pressing the buttons underneath. What is the consensus on the feel of the covered buttons?
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I had an Amzer case like this for my DroiodX, but I found the areas that covered the buttons too stiff to get a good feel for when they were actually pressing the buttons underneath. What is the consensus on the feel of the covered buttons?
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the plastic covering the power and volume buttons is very stiff. you can still press the buttons through the plastic and i don't see why this would make you choose a different case.
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Veridor said:
Just got the Amzer Argyle TPU cover off Amazon for about $10. I like it so far, and should hold me over until Otterbox releases a Defender for the T-bolt.
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Yeah, I got the Verizon silicone one which I don't mind but I am going to snatch the Otterbox one up the second it hits. Had it on my Eris forever and it saved my Eris from several drops.
I actually found the same TPU Argile (diamond) smoke grey case on eBay for $3.95 each, I got two so I can cut one open for an extended battery.
We sell those at my store, a premium verizon agent. I personally returned mine cuz the buttons are too hard to hit through the case. Bought a real nice one off ebay
i bought this one...
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=180643505049
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I actually found the same TPU Argile (diamond) smoke grey case on eBay for $3.95 each, I got two so I can cut one open for an extended battery.
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Ditto, I only bought one though and have to say I am pretty happy.
Did you cut into it to accommodate the extended battery? I got the argile one's for test cutting, then I am figured I would go for the HTC ones like you posted.
I took the opportunity to slam HTC in the survey they sent me for their piss poor lack of accessories available on their site, since the ThunderBolt isn't even listed, and that they had so much time to actually make a case that fit the extended battery and failed to do so.
Seriously everyone has an extended battery and no cases is no excuse.
I had the Amzer Argyle one for my Dx... im tempted to purchase one now except for the fact that I'm running the extended battery.
I used these with my BB's and was happy to see they support the Tbolt now - ordered 2
http://www.degasis.net/models/tbolt.html
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I used these with my BB's and was happy to see they support the Tbolt now - ordered 2
http://www.degasis.net/models/tbolt.html
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I bought something similar off of eBay for 7 bucks including shipping and am very happy with it. The gel definitely helps improve grip when holding it.
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Did you cut into it to accommodate the extended battery? I got the argile one's for test cutting, then I am figured I would go for the HTC ones like you posted.
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I'd like to know if you cut into it as well. I would love to get the argyle case again...
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This is my story... =)
Less then a month ago I ordered 2 Seidio Rugged cases reviewed here in this forum. One of the cases had weak headphones and charger covers, they have fallen off after couple of days of light use. The other case is doing great so far. So I had my case returned and replaced by Amazon. They overnighted me my replacement case for free.
This case is totally different from the one that was replaced. Outer "rugged" case became less flexible with more sturdier feel. Corners of the outer shell missing "lips" used to help hold the exoskeleton plastic piece in place. Screen borders of the of the outer shell became more "bumpy" adding 1-2 mm of additional protection, lets say, if you drop your phone screen-down to the floor. Charger and headphone covers have small "drill" holes, in place where they connect with the case. Case has HEV and HEV4 written under Seidio name.
Update: Just got off the phone with Seidio. This is a next "generation" batch of cases with hardened materials and improved exoskeleton fitting. =) The guy on the phone from Seidio office had to contact parts' manufacturer to confirm this =)
Interesting..I just sent mine in for replacement due to one of the corners breaking. Curious to see if I get the same thing.
I too am curious as to what the meaning of this is
Update =)
I just contacted Seidio, they are reviewing the pictures, but they told me company did not update case design. I'll post as soon as I have more news =)
If they have a next gen rugged, I'm in.
I am in the market for one of these, I have found them on Amazon for about $40.00 vs. Seidio's site for $70.00. What do you think the chances are Amazon has the updated verison?
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I am in the market for one of these, I have found them on Amazon for about $40.00 vs. Seidio's site for $70.00. What do you think the chances are Amazon has the updated verison?
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or a knockoff since anyone can sell on amazon.
skydeaner said:
or a knockoff since anyone can sell on amazon.
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it's looking pretty legit to me........
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=470938631&pf_rd_i=507846
I finally got my rma for my active case. The silicone is indeed re-engineered. The piece around the hdmi and usb ports is thicker, and the power button is no longer a pain in the ass to push.
I got my case from Amazon this week and is the real deal. 39.99 hard to beat.
I think the Pt case at bestbuy is the newer designed one and they are 50 bucks. I took my otterbox case back to sprint for this one, the hdmi and charging tab on this one is a little harder to get to than the otterbox but the power and volume buttons work perfectly. It is definately an awsome case, yhis case has 3 pieces as a opposed to the otterbox 2 and it has a holster all for 15 dollars more than the otterbox.
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I am in the market for one of these, I have found them on Amazon for about $40.00 vs. Seidio's site for $70.00. What do you think the chances are Amazon has the updated verison?
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Sry for late response, I've been busy lately. Yes, I think they do have new gen, because I received replacement unit from Amazon, to replace older one with ripped flaps...
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my flap broke off at the bottom but i ended cutting off some more off the silicone so i can plug the phone to charge like with the active.... i dont think they would take it back since i did cut some off after it broke.
i do like how the hard plastic wraps around the edge unlike the older modle.
I want my rugged extended series for my mytouch 4g.. dem goofs at seidio don't seem to get it!
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I am in the market for one of these, I have found them on Amazon for about $40.00 vs. Seidio's site for $70.00. What do you think the chances are Amazon has the updated verison?
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send a message to the seller and ask. I saw the old generation on Amazon last week for 7.95 + shipping.
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I have had my thunderbolt for about a month now and it is naked. I dont know if i should wait for an otterbox or a ballistic case or just buy something like the active x
as long as you're careful, I say leave it naked!
My recommendation is, if you don't know what you want, then go cheap for now until you do know. The S-Line can be had for just a few bucks ($3-7) on eBay (and some other web-based stores sell it too, I believe) and is an good case. Not amazing, but good to excellent. It will last you until you know what you want, and may be what you want.
I just got my active x case today in the mail. I was tired of waiting for Otterbox to release its case. I'm extremely happy with the case.
i went cheap, cases aren't the quality i like and well... they suck.
i like my case-mate pop case, shinny back gets stratched but i can live with it. the rubber deteriorating that users complained about is more like tiny eraser shavings on mine from the friction going in and out of my pocket, but it comes and goes. i'm still closely examining it. its a GREAT case, kind of thick, but lots of protection.
i might get the case-mate barely there case since i'm very careful with my phone.
another suggestion is the HTC (OEM) TPU case, I like QUALITY TPU cases because they're thin and the material is great.
+1 for the case mate pop, got mine 20% off (use google to search for coupons, 2 minutes saved me $8 lol), standard shipping, case ordered friday morning and delivered via first class mail monday afternoon. I like the fit, I like the protection, and I honestly think the white case is bad ass (makes my phone look like a storm trooper IMO). Otterbox has no plans of releasing a commuter case based on my communications with them and the defender is just overkill for my needs.
wouldnt waste my money on the pop case. im on my second one and it already jacked up.
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wouldnt waste my money on the pop case. im on my second one and it already jacked up.
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im not sure if its a hit or miss but some people say theirs is fine while others complain. but i held off for a month because of the claims, im hoping that mine will last.
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im not sure if its a hit or miss but some people say theirs is fine while others complain. but i held off for a month because of the claims, im hoping that mine will last.
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99% of the people Ive seen have problems with them. I wouldnt take my chances.
On Ebay I found an Otterbox knock off for thirteen dollars with no shipping cost. Had the built in screen protector and all which I promptly removed because it sucked. Came with a hard snap on shell and a rubber case to put around that. It doesn't look to bad at all and was a lot cheaper than Otterbox.
Mah BAMF Thunderbolt
saw the one on ebay can you post pics?
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i went cheap, cases aren't the quality i like and well... they suck.
i like my case-mate pop case, shinny back gets stratched but i can live with it. the rubber deteriorating that users complained about is more like tiny eraser shavings on mine from the friction going in and out of my pocket, but it comes and goes. i'm still closely examining it. its a GREAT case, kind of thick, but lots of protection.
i might get the case-mate barely there case since i'm very careful with my phone.
another suggestion is the HTC (OEM) TPU case, I like QUALITY TPU cases because they're thin and the material is great.
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+1 for the case mate. I got mine in white. BTW I contacted case mate about the rubber wearing out. (i take my phone out of the case a lot to swap out batteries) and they sent me another case for free and let me keep my old one. 2 for 1 bonus!
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I'm using the body glove case that I got off edau for 17 and it fits great good material and great texture
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The Seidio Surface case fits very well, doesn't add much bulk to the phone, and probably comes in any color you're likely to want. Seem to be available at a variety of prices, so pretty good deals to be had.
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I just got my active x case today in the mail. I was tired of waiting for Otterbox to release its case. I'm extremely happy with the case.
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+1. Doesn't add too much bulk like the OB defender, and still feels good in the hands. No problems with cracking after a drop nor with rubber deterioration.
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go with the rearth ringke case. its amazing.
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go with the rearth ringke case. its amazing.
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i am looking for a case that would protect if it was dropped and bumped around
After purchasing a soft case at the Verizon store where I bought my TB, I chucked it a few days later after it fell off a bunch of times. I ended up buying the Seidio Innocase II Surface Case on ebay. Best case imho.
It fits well and seems pretty sturdy. I know it's a pricey case, but I'm looking at the long-term in not having to buy a bunch of "cheaper" cases down the road when one will suffice.
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i am looking for a case that would protect if it was dropped and bumped around
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The active-x from seidio worked for me. I've dropped it from about 3-4 feet with no ill effects. Doesn't add to much bulk, but is a little pricier than some cases. Use disc2011 for 10% off.
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Is there any case similar to the otterbox, only not quite so big?
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Is there any case similar to the otterbox, only not quite so big?
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Yes, except there a little different. the designs are very similar though.
Armor Case is made by chinese manufacturers but they are available in alot more colors than what Otterbox offers.
the holster and design of the case are nearly identical to the Defender case
Here's all the cases (nearly all of them anyway) all on one site.
http://www.daydeal.com/home.php?cat=5431
And here's a bunch more on eBay for cheap
http://compare.ebay.com/like/200614354586?var=lv<yp=AllFixedPriceItemTypes&var=sbar&_lwgsi=y
I personally love my black aegis case
I got a Body Glove off Amazon for $12. Very happy with it. Good compromise between bulk and protection. That, and a pack of 5 screen protectors for $6-7.
I used to have a trident case on my EVO smaller than otterbox and still very protective and also had pet screen, it was perfect, I read on another thread, their website just started making them for the thunderbolt. That's what I'm gonna order for my next case.
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http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=52987&cat=5431
Looks just like an Otterbox! Wow...ordering now to test the build quality.
Seidio........ awesome cases..... 3 different options, Surface, Active, Convert
When I use a case, I just use the quick snap on Seidio case. Seems to do the trick.
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http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=52987&cat=5431
Looks just like an Otterbox! Wow...ordering now to test the build quality.
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I was thinking about doing the same thing. I looked around for reviews on these, but could not find any. Can you check back when you get it and let us know what you think?? Thanks
Yea, I'll post a pic review of the case. For only 13.57 + shipping for a essentially a Otterbox without the logo on the back is pretty good if you ask me.... Ill be getting it in in about 5 days.
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Most of you probably know this, but the 'Pt' branded cases at best buy are designed, manufactured, and exactly identical to Seidio's. After learning this I just went to best buy to pick one up, instead of waiting on shipping.
Gonna check other threads now, but thoughts on seidio rugged vs otterbox defender? They're both solid, loving my seidio (Pt).
Yeah, funny thing, i just bought one 3 days ago and loving it. I have that Pt defender case and it is I believe made by the same company that makes Seidio or made by Seidio and rebranded by Best Buy. Either way, I love the Defender case they have, seems very solid. So far the only issue I have with it is that it does tend to mess with my Zagg screen a little bit around the edges, but I think I can live with that.
I have them both and they're both awesome. I find the power button easier to push with the platinum case and catch myself using that one more often.
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I just purchased one, the seidio that is. To those of you with it now, how easy is it to pocket?
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The exoskeleton makes pocketing better, less rubber to slide around. It is a bit bulky, but doesn't really bother me. remember, the first layer is the 'surface' case, which I use on its own when I'm not at work or play, and is much less bulky.
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I just got my Seidio Rugged case in. I am very impressed, would recommend for sure. I really like the screen protector too honestly. It has a nice feel to it and it fills the entire screen (not like the gimpy verizon protectors).
Unfortunately, the rebranded ones from Best Buy don't include a screen protector, I purchased a freaking ripoff of a $20 zagg protector with it.
I've had several of each of the Platinum cases and the Seidio cases. From what I've seen from each one, the quality of the Platinum case is actually better than the Seidio, the felt inside my Seidio cases is sometimes offset, but not on any of the Platinum cases. The rubberized finish on the outside is peeling off of every single one of my Seidio cases, but not the Platinums(which is why I don't use the Seidios anymore, they look awful).
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Unfortunately, the rebranded ones from Best Buy don't include a screen protector, I purchased a freaking ripoff of a $20 zagg protector with it.
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Yeah, Zagg screens are a ripoff, BUT, they work great too. I tested one out, and sent in for warranty replacement and they do send you one pretty quick. Just the warranty on that is worth the price to me, anytime you get a bubble or scratch, you just get another one for a cheap price. I like that about them. For me, I just got that thunderbolt and now I am looking at switching to T-Mobile...that same screen protector should fit the evo 3d decently which is what I am looking to pick up.
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For me, I just got that thunderbolt and now I am looking at switching to T-Mobile...that same screen protector should fit the evo 3d decently which is what I am looking to pick up.
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Your looking to switching to T-Mobile, but plan to get a evo 3d... did you mean sensation? Evo 3d is sprint only.
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Does anybody know how to take the case off the phone? I for the life of me cannot do it. I have a better battery I want to put in, but just can't get the damn thing off lol.
I just bought a TPU case from Ebay which would have been great except for the fact that the cut out for the mini usb is not big enough, so I can't plug in the charger properly =/
Can you please recommend me a case from ebay <$10 (I'm not baller like you guys dropping $50 on a case lol) that covers the phone completely (no Rock Quicksand please). Generally I favor TPU cases because it seems like it has better shock protection then hard cases since its a softer material, but I'm open to all suggestions. A case similar to the Incipio Silicrylic or SGP Neo Hybrid would be great, but they are just more then I would pay for a case. Ebay links are better then Amazon because I need to ship it to Canada.
I'm considering the Mercury Pearl case but 1) all the colors are pretty girly 2) there's a lot of branding on the back
Thanks
You just take an Xacto knife to it and make the hole bigger. Shouldn't be too difficult.
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I got a tpu black bumper case off of eBay and it gives it a better grip and looks really nice in my white s3
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I got one of these:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/GRIP-S-LINE-WAVE-SILICONE-GEL-CASE-FOR-SAMSUNG-GALAXY-S3-I9300-FREE-SCREEN-GUARD-/180951940065?pt=UK_MobilePhones_MobilePhonesCasesPouches&var=&hash=item2a21937be1#ht_2549wt_1226
Had one for my s2 as-well, doesn't add to much bulk and is good for in case you drop your phone too and also cheap as chips.
nothing beats protection from rubber
Why does it have to be from eBay?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1762539
I had a case mate barely there brushed aluminum for my sgs2 and am debating getting one for this phone.. It was beautiful.. Except for the case mate logo on the back lol
Update:the barely there case for the s3 doesn't have as big /ugly of a logo on the back.. Just bought one!
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This is the case I got paid 5 bucks on eBay love it
Apple just give up the IPHONE sucks deal with it.
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I got one of these:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/GRIP-S-LINE-WAVE-SILICONE-GEL-CASE-FOR-SAMSUNG-GALAXY-S3-I9300-FREE-SCREEN-GUARD-/180951940065?pt=UK_MobilePhones_MobilePhonesCasesPouches&var=&hash=item2a21937be1#ht_2549wt_1226
Had one for my s2 as-well, doesn't add to much bulk and is good for in case you drop your phone too and also cheap as chips.
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Did you get the white? If so, any issues with it turning dirty/yellow?
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Why does it have to be from eBay?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1762539
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Many Amazon.com sellers do not ship to Canada, so ebay is preferable since HK/China will ship to Canada. Besides, many Amazon sellers just buy products the same Ebay products from China to resell at a mark up. For example the S-Line case posted above.
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This is the case I got paid 5 bucks on eBay love it
Apple just give up the IPHONE sucks deal with it.
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Same question as above, any issues with it turning dirty or yellow? I had this problem with the Diztronic case turning bad in 2 weeks, and the owner of that site didn't care
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i thank, more good Quality is sweetarmor metal case they has a titanium and the different
color sense (thesweetarmor. com)