Does anyway else get next to no signal when using a case?
I've got a cheap TPU case that I got off ebay. I never attributed the problem to the case and always blamed it on the ROM. Took it off for a day and got great signal.
I have recently bought a case and it did not have any effect on my signal.
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maybe more info on the case you bought so others with the same case can confirm and we can stay away from them xD
Argyle tpu case off ebay
In the hunt for a new case then!
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I have that exact case on my phone right now and have had it for 4 months... Been through countless ROM/modem combinations, and have had absolutely no signal problems whatsoever on any combination I tried. You either have a whack phone, or a bad modem for your location.
I've used 2 of those Argyle cases, 1 Body Glove Mirage, countless "hard" cases and Incipio Feather. None gave me problems with signal whatsoever.
I have a tpu case on my phone and have no problems.
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Hi guys,
I made an epic failing attempt to buy the flip case online. It was meant for the AT&T's version. So, i decided to file the back to make it fit, unfortunately, it doesn't hold very tightly once I do that. So there goes 20$. So, confirmed. The flip case for AT&T is different!
Without any luck, I resorted to buying a crappy one on Amazon.
Still, deep down I feel like the flip case is the right one for me, because I prefer a stock-like device, all from Sammy. Any of you guys would like to tell me a place to buy the original flip case, that would work with the international version?
Please! Let me know.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0070WJ6RO/ref=redir_mdp_mobile
I have this case and it seems to work pretty good.
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That is a hot looking case, with a good 9.99 tag!
I also saw a few, like the SGP leather cases. Love the look of it. My g-note is all naked right now except for screen protector...
After having the case a couple days I really like it, one of the corners is a lttle loose but the phone is held snug.
I like the way it holds when closed instead of a magnet or button it hooks around the side of the phone and holds good.
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If you want the official N7000 flip case, try looking on Amazon or eBay. That's where I got mine.
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That's a very nice case for the buck.
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Kraken or Otterbox? Which of the two is better? I really like both cases, and I've heard good and bad things about both. I would appreciate any input, especially of you own/have owned either cases.
Trident Kraken A.M.S:
http://www.tridentcase.com/shop-pro...msung-galaxy-s-ii-epic-4g-touch-sph-d710.aspx
Otter box Defender:
http://www.otterbox.com/Samsung-Gal...1&cgid=samsung-galaxy-s-2-epic-touch-4g-cases
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I like the look of otterbox better, but tridant has the kick stand...so depends on what you think you'd use more. I had an otterbox on my phone for a while but realized the bulk was too much since I baby my phone. I'm sure same would be for the trident. If you drop ur phone a lot or do a lot of hiking with it, bulk it up....but otherwise it really takes away from the slim design.
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I haven't seen an AMS until now, ordered mine. 34.95 on amazon.
I have the otterbox defender case. The back of my holster clip locks in so it can be a kickstand. Its very bulky but it works.
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I have the trident aegis. With trident cases, the plastic is on top of the silicone when you put it on, with silicone sticking out on the corners. That way, the silicone doesn't easily stretch like it does on the otterbox. Especially if you take off your case on a regular basis. I have the defender for my ipod touch, and I've used it on other devices as well. In my opinion, the screen protector is horrible as well. The worst I've ever used(yes its worse than those cheap ones you can get off ebay in a 3 pack for 3 dollars). Trident cases also have dust covers over the mic and speaker grill, whereas the otterbox does not. So I say go with the Kraken. It would be worth it.
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Thanks. I decided to but the Otter from BestBuy, and also order the Kraken online to try both out when the Kraken gets here. The first day with the Otter was terrible with the screen protector, but now it's a lot better, since I guess it either stuck to my screen better, or O got used to it. Does anyone know the quality of the built in protector for he Kraken? And also, one last thing, if I were to drop the Kraken, since the outside is; plastic, how durable is that plastic. Because the thing I like the most is he outside rubber for the Otter.
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Just got my Kraken today, absolutely love it. As for the screen protector, I threw it away, didn't even bother with it. I've had ghost Armor on all of my phones as well as my wife's phone, I get a new one put on once a month and have never had a problem. The plastic around the Kraken is very durable and wouldn't be worried if I drop the phone. I'm coming from an Aegis, a lot better protection and I've owned otterboxes before, Kraken from here on out for me.
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Just got my Kraken today, absolutely love it. As for the screen protector, I threw it away, didn't even bother with it. I've had ghost Armor on all of my phones as well as my wife's phone, I get a new one put on once a month and have never had a problem. The plastic around the Kraken is very durable and wouldn't be worried if I drop the phone. I'm coming from an Aegis, a lot better protection and I've owned otterboxes before, Kraken from here on out for me.
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Wait. The Kraken's screen protector is separate?! Awesome!
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F3L1XZS said:
Wait. The Kraken's screen protector is separate?! Awesome!
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Yes it is.
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Djsvckdbdvr I can't wait till it gets here, this is gonna be amazing.
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Djsvckdbdvr I can't wait till it gets here, this is gonna be amazing.
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i just got this case a few days ago and i like it so far. im coming from an otterbox, which i started to not like that much after the rubber outer layer began to get weak. im sure i could probably contact otterbox about it and they would likely send another one. but i wanted to give the kraken a shot since i really like the aegis and my only contention with it was that there was no kickstand or belt clip. i have to get used to the texture, hard and a lil slippery is much different from the otterbox's soft grippy exterior...but not a downer by any means. also, i found the screen protector to be decent and actually a welcome edition. i was ready to go without it or use a Realook screen saver that i have, but the one that comes with the Kraken is nice and im not having an issue with it at all.
one issue i do have with the Kraken is that they didn't design it with a hole for the indicator light (top right). i actually use mine and when im doing in the field and my phone is on silent. so that would be a good thing to adjust if they can for future designs.
Be different, go trident... I see too many otterboxs.. Mostly on iphones though
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Heres my kracken
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Couldnt afford kraken so i went aegis
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moparfreak426 said:
Couldnt afford kraken so i went aegis
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How is it?
At work i left my phone on top of car, pressure washed my phone off the top of the car and ma good 20-25ft away from car to the ground... Guess what im still using. No cracked screen or other ill effects...
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can anyone tell me if it s worth spending 50 dollars on the otterbox? is there another that does the job and if not whats the best otterbox to protect this thing. and dang when will phone makers start using gorilla glass. thanks guys
Last I knew Otterbox wasn't shipping Note2 cases until December. Seido already is. GG has been used for years.
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You can usually find Otter boxes way cheaper on amazon around 30 $ for defenders and Otter boxes are awesome because of theyre customer support say your case breaks or rips or anything they'll replace it. But 50$ no thanks also yeah sedio has goos cases but hopefully they quit using cheap silicon
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otterbox fits have excellent customer care, and they need it. The rubber of their defender case becomes loose.
They replaced it once and I haven't called about the second because I came to the gn2.
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Tpu cases are fine unless you plan on throwing your phone across the room. I have always gone with tpu and dropped my phone several times with no damage whatsoever. I guess if I worked construction or something the otterbox would be good, otherwise I feel it is too bulky. $50 vs. 5 to $10.
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I've had an Otterbox Defender for my S3 now for quite awhile. The silicone over the plastic shell always seems to stretch over time causing a loose fit. I know you can contact customer support and have a new case sent to you from Otterbox, but I figured there had to be something to tighten the silicone up. After browsing the web, I heard that if you boil the silicone for a few minutes in boiling water, it will tighten it up. I figured I'd give it a try and it actually did work, the case now fits like it did when it was new.
How long did you boil it? I stopped using my defender because of this issue
Boiled it for about 2 minutes. If your silicone is stretched too far though it won't go 100% back to normal. It will help though that's for sure!
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I went with the body glove tough suit because I don't like how the otter box distorts the screen with that rainbow effect. No stretching yet but if I have that issue I'll use your idea.
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It should do the trick for your case as well. Hopefully it won't stretch like the otterbox to begin with.
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Im on my 3rd case, I will try this next.
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Moving to Accessories which is universal to all S3s.
Yup. Theres vids on youtube aswell
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Done this also. But immersed only for a minute. Then went to a cup full of cold water.
Dont use tongs when getting the case off the water as it will ruin the shape of the case. As the case is sensitive when its really hot.
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I'm definitely going to try this
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Im on my 3rd case, I will try this next.
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Lol im on my third case as well gonna try as soon as I get home from work
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I did this today after work. Boiled for 1 minute then in cold water it did snug it back up.... Wonder for how long though
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I had two otterbox defender cases and got fed up with the stretching, so I looked around found Ballistic SX0932-M385 SG MAXX. I'm sort of a clean freak and take off the case it always keeps a tight fix.
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I had two otterbox defender cases and got fed up with the stretching, so I looked around found Ballistic SX0932-M385 SG MAXX. I'm sort of a clean freak and take off the case it always keeps a tight fix.
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Ballistics sg maxx is a great case. Best drop protection imo. With them big chunky corners it just bounces back at you lol. My wife had it on hers for awhile.
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I went with the body glove tough suit because I don't like how the otter box distorts the screen with that rainbow effect. No stretching yet but if I have that issue I'll use your idea.
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HAHA BUDDY!!!! Same thing here! I love my BodyGlove ToughSuit!!! Gray/White Version Here! I got sick and tired of the OtterBox Warranty claims, however this is the first device I've had the stretching issue with an OtterBox...
I also had the same issues, solved them (temporary) by heating up the rubber in a microwave. Well, the rubber still started to stretch again after some time, I contacted Otterbox and received a brand new Otterbox Defender which still looks very good. I´ve removed the screen protector though
Ive just stopped using my defender because of this reason, and I won't buy another one again because of it.......... thought they were supposed to be the best.......
Well, unfortunately there is hardly a similar case available which 1) offers some protection and 2) looks somehow decent and fancy enough the be used on a daily basis.
There are some similar chinese cases available which also offer a hard plastic shell and some rubber around...but look in my oppinion rather ugly than a regular Otterbox Defender.
Have a look at this one : http://www.amazon.de/yuba-RoboCase-...1367166500&sr=8-2&keywords=galaxy+s3+survivor
Since the support was kind enough to me, though I bought my case used in another board and didn´t receive a invoice, I may still consider to use other Otterbox Cases with other devices.
The stretching isn't the only flaw with these cases. The clips that hold the two plastic portions together also seem to break after awhile. Guess you can't complain too much when they send another free though.
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The stretching isn't the only flaw with these cases. The clips that hold the two plastic portions together also seem to break after awhile. Guess you can't complain too much when they send another free though.
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My clips broke and they sent another one not liking the case might try something new like the ballistic sg maxx
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Absolutely love these Diztronic cases. For such a cheap case their attention to detail is spot on and all cutouts are cut precisely. Going to be using this case for a while since Spigen support refuses to contact me back due to an issue with my Slim Armor case.
Let me know if you have any questions about the case!
You can order it here: http://www.amazon.com/Diztronic-Mat...=1384301727&sr=8-1&keywords=diztronic+nexus+5
Took 4 days for me to receive it after I ordered it.
Video link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rjvKU8ypMSs
I always buy there cases for my phones. Good stuff.
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Best case yet! Its the only case that still feels like there's no case. Follows the curves of the phone which we bought the phone for. So glad I got one. My search, has ended.
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I don't like how it is raised up on either side of the screen. Looks bad IMO.
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I don't like how it is raised up on either side of the screen. Looks bad IMO.
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You must not have many cases.
However, I heard they are changing the mold, I might wait a week or two. Looks really good though. I hate the flat backs on the spigens
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Just got my case today very nice. Its my go to case. Also got amfilm screen protectors wow so good I didn't even know I got it on.
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