Cases :-) - EVO 4G Accessories

How many cases are there for the evo damnit, everyone i look at is just a flewzy piece of rubber.
I got the otterbox 1 which is a OKAY case but its too lose on the phone that it covers up the front camera sometimes, smh. and another white clear case..
I saw the Trident cases yesterday on this site and wondered how many more cases out there that i have never heard of.
What you guys prefer? I'm not one those people that going to waste 40$ on a case lol come on.

I got the HTC Hard Shell Case for HTC EVO™ 4G. It's at raidoshack for $18. Makes the phone feel soild and thick. Ive dropped it a few times and have not worried that any damage was inflicked to the phone. Check it out, at most radio shacks they'll let you take the case out and try it on your phone. It has holes for every port and button.

I have the Otterbox Commuter. No real complaints. The only con that I can complain about is that the rubber side of the case *drags/grips* while sliding it out of your pocket. It does add a bit of bulk, but it isn't clunky feeling.

not bad, thats a thick piece of material. I see there 2 colors. which do you have?

eazy1818 said:
I have the Otterbox Commuter. No real complaints. The only con that I can complain about is that the rubber side of the case *drags/grips* while sliding it out of your pocket. It does add a bit of bulk, but it isn't clunky feeling.
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Tell you the truth i don't mind bulky at all. It just half the cases i have tried are so loose it feels like it doesn't belong on my phone. i want something snug

I got the seidio innocase. it fits nice n snug. i work outside alot n dont ever worry about dropping it. when it does get dropped it doesnt get scratched or banged up.
get it here:
http://www.amazon.com/Seidio-CONVERT-Combo-HTC-Black/dp/B003SNIRCO

{ParanoiA} said:
I got the seidio innocase. it fits nice n snug. i work outside alot n dont ever worry about dropping it. when it does get dropped it doesnt get scratched or banged up.
get it here:
http://www.amazon.com/Seidio-CONVERT-Combo-HTC-Black/dp/B003SNIRCO
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My buddy that works at sprint has the exact same one and when he stopped using it i tried it on my phone and idk if he did something to it or it got worn out but the rubber on that thing got stretched to ****. i could of fit 2 evo's in that case.
And i'm rooted so there are times were i need to do a battery pull, feels like im going to need a map to get that thing off

not sure if you were replying to my post, but it only comes in black/silver.

Joey_UFC said:
My buddy that works at sprint has the exact same one and when he stopped using it i tried it on my phone and idk if he did something to it or it got worn out but the rubber on that thing got stretched to ****. i could of fit 2 evo's in that case.
And i'm rooted so there are times were i need to do a battery pull, feels like im going to need a map to get that thing off
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Im rooted too and Ive had to pull the battery a few times, the case slides apart for easy access to the battery.

Otterbox defender series and it's super snug. Not sure what the differences are between the commuter series and defender
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Kraken case works great for me.

Droid Noob34 said:
Otterbox defender series and it's super snug. Not sure what the differences are between the commuter series and defender
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the difference is about $15-20 depending on shipping cost,

Joey_UFC said:
Tell you the truth i don't mind bulky at all. It just half the cases i have tried are so loose it feels like it doesn't belong on my phone. i want something snug
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The commuter has an inner silicone/rubber case, then a hard plastic that goes over that.

http://www.wirelessground.com/htc-evo-4g-aluminum-case.html
dont remember what i paid, but got it for less than 15 $'s. some say it interferes with radio signal but i haven't had any problems. also, i dropped this several times and it did a great job protecting my evo. case is super easy to remove for battery pulls too.

I also have the Otter. I have the $35 one from Sprint. I guess there's a $50 one also. I love the 2 part case and mine fits like a glove. I think its designed wonderfully
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Oh, it comes with a screen protector also. Really can't beat the deal for quality
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I use this one: http://www.goballisticcase.com/
it is pretty tough, the full one is better than the otterbox defender

I've been using the seidio active case since I got my evo and I love it
On the go

Otterbox Commuter case on mine . . fits well . . adds just enough bulk to feel comfortable in hand . .

+ for the Otterbox Defender series the thing is like a rock its awesome, best place i found was Ebay super cheap like 30 bucks

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which case do you use?

this has probably been asked before, but would like to see what everyone is carrying their evo in and maybe a little review?
me, I have the seidio innocase active. I do really like it because its deff very durable and built well, the only downside to it is its a little large, like when I take off the case, the phone actually feels too small.
Im waiting for the otterbox one, but that could be forever.
whatelse is everyone carrying?
I'm using the Seidio Innocase Active Case as well (Saphire Blue). I just received it yesterday and I think it's pretty nice. My only complaint is that the power button is much harder to use than without it. Other than that, I'd recommend it to anyone without a case. I've only had it for one night though so we'll see...
Case Mate Barely There case in black
http://www.case-mate.com/HTC-EVO-4G-Cases/Case-Mate-HTC-EVO-4G-Barely-There-Cases.asp
Doesn't make the phone bulky but keeps the camera off the table and protects it from scratches and wear. Came with a screen protector as well.
I don't have a case, I just have the leather holster from Sprint. I almost always wear a belt, so it was a good solution for me. My only complaint is that it cost $30.
seidio's rugged ...if you dont want maximum protection, you can just use the innocase II, perfect everyday case.
Seidio Innocase Active - Pearl White
its looks amazing and it works really well
Casemate barely there.
Seidio Innocase Active Sage color
Seidio Innocase surface here , I have the holster that fits this case . Mainly due to the fact I like using the EVO for music when Im at the gym working out . But at work its usually sitting on the desk
case-mate barely there, however i notice it isn't protecting the edges around the screen and i have a dings on it as well. I am pretty much using it primarily to protect the camera, that's all the case is good for.
Amzer Jelly.
Seidio Innocase II Surface
Body Glove snap on
http://www.bodyglovemobile.com/product/glove-snap-on-for-htc-evo-4g,200,19.htm
siedio rugged. matter a fact me and my brother use em. I was using the body glove but biy was that a waste of monies.. those things are junk.
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notown775 said:
siedio rugged. matter a fact me and my brother use em. I was using the body glove but biy was that a waste of monies.. those things are junk.
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not sure what is junk about it.
maybe the other model i did not post in which people are having fall apart...
cabrone1 said:
not sure what is junk about it.
maybe the other model i did not post in which people are having fall apart...
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I've never seen that model before, looks pretty nice. I have the Otterbox now but until yesterday I was using the Body Glove from Sprint. I can tell you that after having that, it would take quite a lot to get me to buy one of their products again.
I'm using one of the ebay tpu cases, frosted one, before I had the sprint body glove and I liked it, but it broke easy, I like this 5 dollar tpu case, except for the power button, but I might go naked soon cause I ordered the kingston car mount and I think the honey moon period if over for me, I'll find a reason sooner or later too get it replaced and get a new one
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ausch30 said:
I've never seen that model before, looks pretty nice. I have the Otterbox now but until yesterday I was using the Body Glove from Sprint. I can tell you that after having that, it would take quite a lot to get me to buy one of their products again.
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gotcha. i have had zero issue with mine. It is rather grippy in the pocket, like a silicone but offers a lot more (IMHO) protection.
I did use the siedo active and it was nice but I'm ocd and that gap bothered me. I just got the otterbox today and love it and I think I'll be sticking with it.
ausch30 said:
I was using the Body Glove from Sprint. I can tell you that after having that, it would take quite a lot to get me to buy one of their products again.
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sorry that's what I meant the BG from sprint.. I had two break on me.. volume rocker and a corner when I dropped it from waist high.
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seidio innocase FINALLY!!!

http://www.seidioonline.com/category-s/4794.htm
at least its finally posted so we know for sure its real close!
Can you enlight me about this cases. What is so great about innocases?
Features, quality?
Looks good (judging based off of the Innocase for the Nexus One).
How might this case be better than say a TPU/Epik style case? Just curious.
These are the only cases I know of that you can also use with a holster.when I had it for my nexus there was also a option to upgrade to "rugged"which was perfect for me because I was doing construction.
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I hope it's a slider style case and not a snap on. If it's like this one, I'll probably get it.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iIBwr0Mx0HE
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I hope it's a slider style case and not a snap on. If it's like this one, I'll probably get it.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iIBwr0Mx0HE
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I second that! I usually use a holster with my phone and this case looks sweet. Otterbox won't be coming out with a defender case for our phone so I think this is perfect! I'm gonna us this for the daily and the TPU case when I need to go light
Nice. This is the kind of case I was looking for. It reminds me a bit of the Agent 18 cases for the iPhone (but slightly higher quality, it looks like).
Has anyone used these cases before on other phones? It looks like it has some rubberized material on the outside? Does it attract lint and dust? The official Gel case (which has now become slightly stretched and useless) continues to pick up every annoying piece of debris. I've given up and gone bare until something better (like this case) comes along.
Do a search for "innocase surface" on YouTube and you'll see a lot of reviews. They describe a slightly rubberized feel to the case, but apparently it isn't tacky and doesn't attract dust or lint.
Yes it is 2 pieces and it slides together. Its had that nice slightly rubberized feel to it but not too muck to their point it grips too much
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Sold, sold, sold. I want this thing!
Do they typically sell these at T-Mo corporate stores? Or do you guys just get them online usually?
Great holster
I'm a big fan of the Seidio holsters. I've had one for my last few Blackberries. I tried several different holsters but I was traveling a lot and working in ceilings and not one of them lasted more than a month. The clip would inevitably break off. It happened once and I didn't notice until later. I had to spend over an hour looking for my phone that was on vibrate!
I chose the Seidio because it looked rugged. It never failed no matter how much I abused it. Now that I have an MT4G I'm really looking forward to getting one of their holsters for it. I've never used the Innocase, but I hightly recommend the holster. It's built very tough without looking like it. I don't see they have one listed yet for use without the case, but I'm hoping they'll make one.
Dave
meh when i had the nexus, the otterbox commuter is better than whatever crap and junk seidio sells *cough* batteries *cough* *cough* sorry i won't be giving my money to these assholes not even for $5.
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Jon C said:
Sold, sold, sold. I want this thing!
Do they typically sell these at T-Mo corporate stores? Or do you guys just get them online usually?
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Ya the batteries suck I must say but the cases are great.commuter has no holster
greenstuffs said:
meh when i had the nexus, the otterbox commuter is better than whatever crap and junk seidio sells *cough* batteries *cough* *cough* sorry i won't be giving my money to these assholes not even for $5.
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greenstuffs said:
meh when i had the nexus, the otterbox commuter is better than whatever crap and junk seidio sells *cough* batteries *cough* *cough* sorry i won't be giving my money to these assholes not even for $5.
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Really, I bought a Otterbox Commuter for my Captivate and hated it and returned it the next day. The hard plastic looked cheap and the rubber was a lint magnet. I don't have experience with Seido cases but I bought a holster for my wife's iPhone4 and it's great.
Had an Innocase on my BB 8900 and It was good for the most part. It was one of the slide up ones. But It DID scratch the chrome part on the phone.
I did drop it multiple times on the floor and nothing happened the phone. BUT, one day it dropped about 3 feet down to concrete and the case cracked and wouldn't hold the phone well like it did before.
IT did fall on concrete almost that high before and nothing until that one day.
Also sliding the case off a couple of times messed up its sturdiness. Sturdiness as in, when I'd slide it up it stay on. after a while it wouldn't stay on well.
On my N1 I bought an Otterbox case and it was the best case I had. Even though it attracted lint and was hard to take off sometimes, I wouldn't buy any other case !
EDIT: got a battery from them for my N1. The thickness made me get rid of it. Come to find out the stock battery lasted way longer.
I thought the Innocase II is the one that was 2 pcs and snaps together.
jofrad said:
I thought the Innocase II is the one that was 2 pcs and snaps together.
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yeah, it is.

[Q] Otterbox Defender Series

Well I just ordered the Otterbox Defender Series for my EVO on amazon and I wanted to hear some some toughs. I know about the kickstand problem it has but that does not really bother me. I know the case is huge but that doesn't bother me either since the phone is huge by itself. So forum what are your thoughts on it?
How doe it feel? Does it really protect the phone? Any problems you have had?
I had one....the beltclip kept breaking...even though they replaced it for free it was rather annoying....so i bought a ballistic....had no issues yet
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My honest thoughts? I'm sorry that you wasted $50. It is one of the worst quality cases that I have ever come across.
I liked the Otterbox.......dropped my phone from 4 feet onto my ceramic floor with no damage to the phone; though the holster and kickstand are horrible. But now I have the Ballistic HC.
I have 2 of them, one still in the box. I've never used either of them, I put one on my phone to see how it looked once and took it off and put my commuter back on. They do feel like they would protect the phone quite well but they just feel a bit cheaply made for the price they charge. For me, the commuter is the perfect case, I just wish they sold a holster/belt clip for it. I have heard the Sedio holster for the Active works with it, I just have a hard time paying $30 for just a holster.
egonadrian said:
Well I just ordered the Otterbox Defender Series for my EVO on amazon and I wanted to hear some some toughs. I know about the kickstand problem it has but that does not really bother me. I know the case is huge but that doesn't bother me either since the phone is huge by itself. So forum what are your thoughts on it?
How doe it feel? Does it really protect the phone? Any problems you have had?
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I don't believe the camera lens is protected on the case
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I don't believe the camera lens is protected on the case
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It is, there's clear plastic (same material the screen protector is made of) over the camera lens and the LED flash
I have one and use it when im at work, I like it alot the camera lenses and flash are protected and the screen is protected at well. I had a similer case before with no screen protector but the rubber wore through and eventually the clip broke. The otterbox makes the phone considerably more bulky but I sincerely feel like I could drop kick the phone and it would be perfect so the bulk dosent really bother me. Its all about what you need the protection for everyones needs are different
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Well from what you guys have said it seams like its an okay case but its horrible compared to the ballistic. I currently don't have a case on my phone so at least he otterbox will protect it. Now what are the problems with the holster and belt clip? Does the belt clip break easily or what?
I can't personally speak for this case, but I have the commuter case and love it. easy to pull the case on and off but protects it well from the drops and what not it encounters on a daily basis at work. I also can't speak for the ballistic either, but i'll take a look at it now that you guys have mentioned it
The case does live up to the defender series name, theres only 2 issues I have with the case, the kickstand will brake for sure no if's our but's, and the silicone layer has to be constantly adjusted specially after charging. I don't know of any issues with the holster, I just see people complaining on how bulky it is. But that is preference, I like the holster and it seems very well built.
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I had one, def was not too impressed especially how the kickstand had cracks the day after i bought it. Then there were cracks all around the front screen protector. So, i did a warranty claim got a new one and sold it. Picked up a cyclops and very happy with it. I am switching up to the Kraken tho because at my work we get em for $20 so i figured why not. I haven't had personal experience with the Ballistics case yet but if the kraken fails me i may try it.
I've never owned the Defender case for the Evo, but I did have one on an iPhone 3gs. That was a solid case, but the way it was held into the holster wasn't very reassuring. From what I've seen, the Defender for the Evo seems to have a similar problem. It's just not very secure in the holster.
I DO however currently own a Ballistic case, and WOW is it ever solid. It's also VERY securely held in the holster. The biggest downside is that it's very squared off, very bulky, and a little awkward to hold. That's why I put it in the case at work, but take it back out when I'm at home most of the time.
Defender cases are quite a bit more ergonomic, but that doesn't matter for crap if it's gonna fall out of the holster, IMO.
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My honest thoughts? I'm sorry that you wasted $50. It is one of the worst quality cases that I have ever come across.
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ditto, and I hope you didn't spend fifty on it. look me and metalhead agree on something! get the ballistic if you need that much protection.
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Well from what you guys have said it seams like its an okay case but its horrible compared to the ballistic. I currently don't have a case on my phone so at least he otterbox will protect it. Now what are the problems with the holster and belt clip? Does the belt clip break easily or what?
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i think the otter is better then the ballistic, the otter has thicker silcon
Like I said before I use mine at work only, I work for an ambulance company and my phone is subjected to some pretty intense probability for damage but I've had the defender on for like 4 weeks no problems at all and it hasn't fallen out of the holster once I did drop the phone about 5 feet into the snow and and it slid onto the pavement and the phone was totally uneffected I highly recommend the defender!
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Rockin' a case, or running naked?

Was just wondering if you guys are or are not using a case, holster, ect. for your phone.
if your are using one if you could say which one and maybe some pros/cons, how you like it type of stuff.
I'm currently waiting on the otter box commuter to arrive, I had the incipio case much like the commuter and loved it but felt the commuter would add the extra protection I need.
Naked. I can't find a good case for my Dinc2 with ext battery.
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Case. Really like the new kickstand Verizon case. Sits the phone up AND awesome holder for the finger when using it. Doesnt protect the whole phone though so Im going with the eBay Griffin Reveal look alike for now.
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Naked. I can't find a good case for my Dinc2 with ext battery.
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Naked, for the same reason.
I'm going nude also. I roll with a naked Dinc2 because the slimness was one of the reasons I chose this phone, and since it is on my works company plan, if anything does happen to it I will get a new one no charge (to me that is, my company may get hit with a bill).
Has anybody tried the body glove for the Inc2.
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Running naked. I don't like how cases bulk up the phone. Haven't run with a case for many years now across several devices without incident, and my devices have survived numerous drops.
I have the silicone one from the verizon store naked feels too slippery to me i'm afraid its going to slip out of my hand on the subway. Its doing pretty good. dropped it once on the stairs in the subway and its still fine. the only thing that bothers me is sometimes i have to take the case off to use the headphones jack. can anyone recommend another one? (i like silicone cause it lets me get a good grip on it. too afraid i'd drop it otherwise)
Anybody check out the TPU cases for this phone? I also admire the slimness of the DInc2 and was thinking about this as an alternative to both hard and silicone cases.
Cheap on Amazon too.
EDIT...nvm saw the TPU thread down below. Definitely getting one!
Using the Incipio two piece case half the time, the other half running naked just for the slimness of the phone
Naked.
Look at this phone. It's basically already wearing a case. I mean, I know accidents happen but I feel like this phone was designed to not need one.
I have the otterbox defender series and love it. Adds a lot of bulk if your not into that.
Would love to get there extended battery if they would get a case to fit it.
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Naked.
Look at this phone. It's basically already wearing a case. I mean, I know accidents happen but I feel like this phone was designed to not need one.
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once you scratch that aluminum in the front though you will be sorry. even WITH a case I dropped my phone in between my dashboard in my car and my seat and it scratched the aluminum so I had a nice long scratch of the aluminum. sucks.
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once you scratch that aluminum in the front though you will be sorry. even WITH a case I dropped my phone in between my dashboard in my car and my seat and it scratched the aluminum so I had a nice long scratch of the aluminum. sucks.
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Aluminum? On the earpiece grill? That's the only part I can think of that you're referring to...
the whole front is aluminum from what i saw from the scratch. it sure isn't plastic..
the entire casing besides the back case,, give it a run with ur finger nail, once that starts chipping, or you scratch it you will see what i mean, i could be way off with the aluminum but it sure isnt plastic like inc1
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the whole front is aluminum from what i saw from the scratch. it sure isn't plastic..
the entire casing besides the back case,, give it a run with ur finger nail, once that starts chipping, or you scratch it you will see what i mean, i could be way off with the aluminum but it sure isnt plastic like inc1
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It is something close to aluminum or other soft metal, at least that's what I thought. I also scratched the edge of mine just taking off a mobi hard plastic case I bought. Didn't take much at all to make a scratch.
Now, the back is plastic but made to feel the same as the front but I'm pretty sure it's not.
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It is something close to aluminum or other soft metal, at least that's what I thought. I also scratched the edge of mine just taking off a mobi hard plastic case I bought. Didn't take much at all to make a scratch.
Now, the back is plastic but made to feel the same as the front but I'm pretty sure it's not.
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I agree 100%.
if it's the hard gel case from verizon, I bought mine the day it came out, it was the only gel case they had, but they gave me a full refund as there was a Tech Bulliten out fromm what I read here on the forusms, no receipt or anything and it was a diff store and got my money back so I was happy, cmae home and ordered an ottterbox. sucks just from a case the potential for damage is there. hopefully in a few months we don't have a bunch of complaints about this. I returned my scratched device for a refurb. no charge. told them it happened with a case on it. they had no prblem with refurbing it.
Using a cheap TPU case off Amazon for now. Waiting to find that "perfect" case for my prem-case.
I wish they made these for the DInc2. I would pay big bucks for that.
TheAtheistReverend said:
Using a cheap TPU case off Amazon for now. Waiting to find that "perfect" case for my prem-case.
I wish they made these for the DInc2. I would pay big bucks for that.
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wood? I wonder how well that would protect that. personally I would never put that on my phone. but it's cool. I am awaiting on the otter box commuter to arrive on Tuesday, and I can say from experience, that otter box is very well made cases, and come with a screen protector if you're into that.. I don't use them, but I will give pictures and a review once the case comes and I use it for a day or two. high quality case, can get it cheap on amazon, and great brand name, that isn't bulky. they also make a defender case, which isn't my style but looks like a truck could run over it and be fine lol.
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commuter - LINK
defender - LINK
Yeah, I used the Seidio for my Eris, and I am considering it for my DInc2. Never been real hot on the Otterbox look, though I haven't seen one in person. I like my cases low profile and simple looking. Maybe I'll meet an Otterbox one day and fall in love.
I don't even care if the wood case broke the first time I dropped it. If I could find a good one I would rock that thing like hobos rock trench coats and buy another if it broke.
I wood pay more for the case than I would the phone.

Best EVO case?

I definitely need some recommendations on cases. I currently have a Sedio Innocase Active (blue). Its definitely taken a beating. And the soft (inner part of the case gets annoying, and is definitely showing some wear. What cases do you guys have on your phones? I need a new case ASAP! I dont really have much of a preference. Just as long as its durable, and looks good!!!
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I definitely need some recommendations on cases. I currently have a Sedio Innocase Active (blue). Its definitely taken a beating. And the soft (inner part of the case gets annoying, and is definitely showing some wear. What cases do you guys have on your phones? I need a new case ASAP! I dont really have much of a preference. Just as long as its durable, and looks good!!!
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I have a Casemate "Barely There" case and I love it. Check'em out....
dw3bb10 said:
I definitely need some recommendations on cases. I currently have a Sedio Innocase Active (blue). Its definitely taken a beating. And the soft (inner part of the case gets annoying, and is definitely showing some wear. What cases do you guys have on your phones? I need a new case ASAP! I dont really have much of a preference. Just as long as its durable, and looks good!!!
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Im in love with my Ballistics case. Don't have to worry about dropping your baby, its protected VERY well. Seems a little bulky at first, but still fits in ur pocket nd youll get used to it.
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Im in love with my Ballistics case. Don't have to worry about dropping your baby, its protected VERY well. Seems a little bulky at first, but still fits in ur pocket nd youll get used to it.
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If you want SERIOUS protection, the Ballistic HC is the only way to go. I ordered mine the day they released them and haven't even thought about using anything else since. Some people don't like how bulky it is, but nothing else even comes close to the level of protection you get with the Ballistic.
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If you want SERIOUS protection, the Ballistic HC is the only way to go. I ordered mine the day they released them and haven't even thought about using anything else since. Some people don't like how bulky it is, but nothing else even comes close to the level of protection you get with the Ballistic.
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+1
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i started having issues with my ballistic case a few months ago. The rubber border next to the power button became detached, and I received a replacement for the front that was a little different in design. The rubber on it started peeling as well and the proximity sensor doesn't pick up, so it is impossible for my screen to turn on while in a call (hitting the power button in a call doesn't work either)
I'm looking into an alternative, and possibly one to hold an extended battery case as well.
I use the Otter commuter case, modified to fit with my extended battery. Dropped it pretty hard twice on concrete, phone came out just fine. Only issue I have with the case is the cover for the HDMI and Micro usb ports. Doesn't stay closed.
I know you didn't ask about an extended battery, but I'm just going to put in my .02c for the trident case with the extended 2000MaH battery:
http://www.tridentcase.com/product_5_117.html
It has exchangable rubber bumpers that you can purchase separately, AND it has a built in screen protector. i've had mine for months now, dropped the device 2x and absolutely NO damage.
Wonderful case for the price and an extended battery that really didn't add that much thickness.
Otterbox Commuter = Awesome
I HIGHLY recommend the Otterbox Commuter series case. I've had it for almost a year now, and it is amazing. I've been pretty rough with my phone, but it has saved it from any sort of damage. It provides fantastic protection and feels solid and strong in my hands, but at the same time it doesn't make the phone seem bulky and has a great very smooth, sleek, thin feel to it. Definitely the best of both worlds in terms of balancing strong protection with sleek good looks.
Another thing I love about Otterbox is their amazing customer service and 1-year no-questions-asked warranty guarantee. I recently broke the case itself somehow (the phone stayed completely protected though) so I emailed their warranty services and told them, and they simply asked for my shipping address and sent me a new case in under a week! They didn't even ask for a copy of the receipt or pictures of the broken case. It was the fastest, easiest warranty claim I've ever had.
If you do go for an Otterbox, definitely buy it off eBay and not retail. You'll save yourself a good $20-25. It's about $12 new on eBay. I'd post a link, but I'm still a noob
Otterbox is definitely the way to go. I am unaware of what solutions they have available for extended batteries but it may be worth while to look into.
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I too have to throw in a full reccomendation for the Otterbox Commuter.
Fits like a glove, and keeps the phone stylishly protected. It looks great, and has saved my phone from 4 drops I've made (one which I thought the case couldn't have saved it from, but nevertheless it did.)
I like the silicone ones. easy to deal with.
ewmccraw said:
I have a Casemate "Barely There" case and I love it. Check'em out....
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I have to agree with him. Also check out Incipio feather case. Best as far as having a slim phone with some protection.
Otterbox commuter is inmho the best if your hard on your phones, or you want extra protection.
But I switched to the casemate barely there about 4 months ago and its hands down, my favorite case. Ive dropped my evo a ton of times, and.its still doing just fine...
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I'm also looking for a case. I think I'm going to get an Otterbox. Either the Commuter or Impact Series. I haven't dropped my phone yet, but I know I'll be bound to someday...
Thanks to everyone for suggesting cases!
kendallc123 said:
I'm also looking for a case. I think I'm going to get an Otterbox. Either the Commuter or Impact Series. I haven't dropped my phone yet, but I know I'll be bound to someday...
Thanks to everyone for suggesting cases!
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If you go for the Commuter (which I highly recommend; it offers great protection, but has great style, feels good in my hand, and doesn't add significant bulk), you should get it here on eBay. Save yourself $25.
mredmond2012 said:
If you go for the Commuter (which I highly recommend; it offers great protection, but has great style, feels good in my hand, and doesn't add significant bulk), you should get it here on eBay. Save yourself $25.
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Thanks! I totally forgot about ebay!
I had the otterbox impact case. It is way too loose, doesnt fit snug on the phone. Over time gets even bigger almost a quarter inch too long vertically than the phone. Dissapointing.
If you really want protection I recomend the ballistic case. It's rugged and very durable. I got mine on Amazon for about 30 bucks after shipping
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jcalderon576 said:
If you really want protection I recomend the ballistic case. It's rugged and very durable. I got mine on Amazon for about 30 bucks after shipping
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Oh wow that's like putting your phone in a bullet proof box inside a bomb cover lol I will look into one of those after my paycheck..

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