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Ballistic Case SG for Incredible 2!

First of all I love black and red, but even without color combos this is one sick case! I ordered mine today and am surprised that more people haven't hopped on the Ballistic bandwagon. Please chime in with your thoughts and experiences with Ballistic cases. I personally like them more than Otterbox.
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Here is the link from Ballistic's website but I ordered mine from Amazon for $21 plus shipping.
http://www.goballisticcase.com/products/htc-droid-incredible-2-ballistic-sg-series-case

thats a pretty hot looking case. i hate cases and recently stopped using my seidio surface case because even that added too much bulk for me. but i can see how this would appeal to people that enjoy cases.

Wow that's a great looking case. Definitely the best looking case I've seen yet!

Does this have the covers for the USB and headphone jack, like the OB? Kind of like those features since I am in the sandbox

LowFire82 said:
Does this have the covers for the USB and headphone jack, like the OB? Kind of like those features since I am in the sandbox
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I'll be in Afghanistan soon..guess I should buy an ob or this.
Is your phone activated? Can you pm me how you do it? Plan wise that is.
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Looks like Otterbox lol

knipp21 said:
I'll be in Afghanistan soon..guess I should buy an ob or this.
Is your phone activated? Can you pm me how you do it? Plan wise that is.
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I have the OB Commuter, not bad, but I like the style moreso of this one
PM for the rest as not to thread jack

I LOVE LOVE LOVE my Otterbox Defender. BUT!, It isn't dustproof. I still have to take it out of the case and clean some dust that gets under the screen protector every once and a while.

I ended up buying a black one because it was nearly half the price of the red one. Will post images and review when it arrives.

Looks nice. Definitely looking forward to seeing pics. Can't complain with my Otterbox Defender though. Seems to offer about the same amount of protection.

Will cases like this, or the otterbox defender still easy to carry around. Put in and out of pocket and what not?

andybones said:
Will cases like this, or the otterbox defender still easy to carry around. Put in and out of pocket and what not?
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Not really, but that's the trade off. They do very much make the phone bulkier. Whereas I could easily put the Inc2 by itself into one of my pockets, the rubber exterior of my OB makes it very difficult. Thankfully, it's got a holster to snap in.
That said, I am referring to pants pockets versus something like jacket pocket. YMMV.

andybones said:
Will cases like this, or the otterbox defender still easy to carry around. Put in and out of pocket and what not?
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I have no problem putting it in my pocket, don't see how u could unless ur a girl with those tiny pockets or wear those skinny jeans things, but they fit in my regular old wrangler pocket just fine with the otterbox defender on it, yes, it does make it bulkier, but it was so slim in the first place, its still not really bulky in my opinion compared to other phones.
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jeremytn86 said:
I have no problem putting it in my pocket, don't see how u could unless ur a girl with those tiny pockets or wear those skinny jeans things, but they fit in my regular old wrangler pocket just fine with the otterbox defender on it, yes, it does make it bulkier, but it was so slim in the first place, its still not really bulky in my opinion compared to other phones.
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Yes these bulkies would fit in your Wrangler jeans but they wouldn't in my $500 Diesel or True Religion jeans.

That's funny, figured...
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I have the black one. My only complaint is that if you press the lock button every time you set your phone down like i do, the little corner part gets in the way. If you are trying to press it with your right hand that is.
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deaffob said:
Yes these bulkies would fit in your Wrangler jeans but they wouldn't in my $500 Diesel or True Religion jeans.
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Wow.. You ACTUALLY said that..
I'm sad now.. For humanity.
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Okay I got my case today. Love the protection. Wish it covered the headphone and charger ports. If you're gonna buy this case, buy the red one. I definitely really like it but it is a pain in the ass to get out of my pockets if I'm sitting down. I used to have the Inc1 with the seidio 3500 battery. I loved how easy it was to carry that around.
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zombiiez said:
Wow.. You ACTUALLY said that..
I'm sad now.. For humanity.
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Seriously. I only pay that much for skinny jeans. Silicone and pockets don't really play nice. I like tpu a lot more.
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funky_snowman said:
Seriously. I only pay that much for skinny jeans. Silicone and pockets don't really play nice. I like tpu a lot more.
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I would never pay that much for pants, even if they were gold plated. I mean, you fart in em multiple times a day..
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Otterbox, The modification way.

Alright, So apparently my Otterbox is really dirty when you zoom in this much, but this is a Samsung Infuse 4G Otterbox placed on a T-Mobile Galaxy S2 SGH-T989.
As you will see, the open area where the volume rocker slot is needs to be extended downward otherwise the case will hold the volume rocker in the down position. I could have been a lot cleaner cutting it out, but I was in a rush. It only requires about an 1/8 inch cut out, If you line them up you will easily see the problem.
The case doesn't full snap to the right of the charger port, it comes very close but has caused no problems and once the outside rubber/silicone skin is on, makes zero functional or aesthetic difference.
The back speaker hole is corrected but just slightly offset, I didn't notice any difference at all, as it is so minimal.
If you'd like any additional pictures or have any questions please let me know.
Www.s1191.photobucket.Com/albums/z470/rhouston86/T989/

I don't know if I would go back to OtterBox as protection was not the best for me, but with your modification, how does it sound when you are talking to someone? Are the MIC holes clear and free specifically?

I have not noticed any troubles with communicating with the other end of the phone line. The incoming and outgoing sounds just like without the case.
The bottom mic hole is slightly offset from center but is still 100% unobstructed.
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avarize said:
Alright, So apparently my Otterbox is really dirty when you zoom in this much, but this is a Samsung Infuse 4G Otterbox placed on a T-Mobile Galaxy S2 SGH-T989.
As you will see, the open area where the volume rocker slot is needs to be extended downward otherwise the case will hold the volume rocker in the down position. I could have been a lot cleaner cutting it out, but I was in a rush. It only requires about an 1/8 inch cut out, If you line them up you will easily see the problem.
The case doesn't full snap to the right of the charger port, it comes very close but has caused no problems and once the outside rubber/silicone skin is on, makes zero functional or aesthetic difference.
The back speaker hole is corrected but just slightly offset, I didn't notice any difference at all, as it is so minimal.
If you'd like any additional pictures or have any questions please let me know.
(Apparently I can't post outside links yet so this may require an edit)
s1191.photobucketDOTCOM/albums/z470/rhouston86/T989/
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More pics please! I'm very interested since otterbox and trident don't give a damn about supporting our phones. Does the built in screen protector have any issues with bubbles?

Risky said:
More pics please! I'm very interested since otterbox and trident don't give a damn about supporting our phones. Does the built in screen protector have any issues with bubbles?
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What do you mean? There are trident cases available.
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_eroz said:
What do you mean? There are trident cases available.
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not for our phones.

crazy_kat_matt said:
not for our phones.
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I'm using one. There is also a thread about trident cases for our phones on here with pictures.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=20403939
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_eroz said:
I'm using one. There is also a thread about trident cases for our phones on here with pictures.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=20403939
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wierd, i didnt see it on theiir site at first, took me awhile to find it. ill wait for the kraken case to be released

_eroz said:
I'm using one. There is also a thread about trident cases for our phones on here with pictures.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=20403939
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I specifically interested only in cases with built-in screen protectors like the defender series.

Risky said:
More pics please! I'm very interested since otterbox and trident don't give a damn about supporting our phones. Does the built in screen protector have any issues with bubbles?
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Anything special you'd like pictures of? I believe most of it is already covered, Let me know.
The built-in screen protector with flawlessly, no issues or bubbles.

crazy_kat_matt said:
not for our phones.
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wanna bet?
http://www.tridenteer.com/categories/Samsung-Galaxy-S-II-(T%2dMobile)/

I've been using the Infuse's Otterbox Defender case almost since I got my SGS2. I'd only be happier if Otterbox made one specifically for the T-989.
OP, you can make the case snap shut completely if you lightly sand down the inside bottom of the case on the left and right sides. This allows the bottom of the battery cover just enough room so the case snaps shut all the way around. This isn't necessary, just thought I'd share what I did to obtain a slightly better fit.
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RRSpikes said:
I've been using the Infuse's Otterbox Defender case almost since I got my SGS2. I'd only be happier if Otterbox made one specifically for the T-989.
OP, you can make the case snap shut completely if you lightly sand down the inside bottom of the case on the left and right sides. This allows the bottom of the battery cover just enough room so the case snaps shut all the way around. This isn't necessary, just thought I'd share what I did to obtain a slightly better fit.
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Thanks for the tip, the perfectionist in me will now have to do this.
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I just ordered the otterbox case. I'm going to dremel the volume side down like you said. I'm going to try to make it as neat as I can.

RRSpikes said:
I've been using the Infuse's Otterbox Defender case almost since I got my SGS2. I'd only be happier if Otterbox made one specifically for the T-989.
OP, you can make the case snap shut completely if you lightly sand down the inside bottom of the case on the left and right sides. This allows the bottom of the battery cover just enough room so the case snaps shut all the way around. This isn't necessary, just thought I'd share what I did to obtain a slightly better fit.
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Could you possibly post pics of yours in and out of case? Also a pic of where you sanded would be helpful!

Suddenly, Otterbox sees a huge increase in infuse case orders.
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GideonX said:
Suddenly, Otterbox sees a huge increase in infuse case orders.
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Would have loved for it to happen due to a post I'm sure the information was already out there somewhere, but I would like to think that maybe this contributed to a sale or two.
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Cases
I bought the D30 Flex case which is pretty snug, the only drawback of this case is that the buttons are hard to press(effort is needed). Which case offers the most protection and maneuverability?

Sorry to take so long getting pics, anyways, here's a some crappy pics of what I did to fit my T-989 into the Infuse Otterbox Defender case.
What isn't shown is the belt clip that I drilled a hole in so I could listen to music, etc and still have access to the screen of the SGS2.
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The only problem I've had is turning the volume down - sometimes it takes several presses of the button instead of one simple long press.
I'll also note that because the USB and RCA jack are not 100% lined up, there will be slightly tension put on the cords from the outer rubber case. So far,my T-989 has suffered no ill effects from this.
For the protection this case provides and how big of a klutz and how rough I am, the minor inconvenience of it is well worth it IMO.
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@RRSpikes
Thanks for the pics. I orderd a Infuse OBD case Monday. I am hoping to be able to make it work. A buddy has one one his Iphone and it's great.

Case with Kickstand Recommendations?

As someone who used the kickstand on my Evo OG a lot, I must have a case that includes a kickstand. Does anyone have any particular recommendations? I have used Seidio car mounts in the past, and they were very high quality and durable, but a bit on the heavy side (trade-off for durable I guess).
Anyway, I see two cases I'm interested in.
Case-Mate Pop! with Kickstand. ~$35
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Seidio's planned Surface case with Kickstand ~$35
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i personally just bought the pop at the att store near me and its really nice.

drksilenc said:
i personally just bought the pop at the att store near me and its really nice.
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Oh man, I am so used to ordering everything from Amazon (or others) that I didn't even consider going to a store to get a case. I guess I was thinking that since the stores don't have the phones yet, they wouldn't have the accessories. Stupid thought process on my part. I'll have to go to a local store and see if I can find the case-mate.

call first dont waste the gas

FLYGRIP BY FAR!!!! Best accessory I've EVER bought by FAR
Finger grip and kickstand
GET IT NOW
Flygrip.com
... :3
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I'm waiting on the blue Seidio Active with kick. The black is available for preorder now, so hopefully it won't be long. Good to know there's the Case-Mate, too.

Jbluna said:
FLYGRIP BY FAR!!!! Best accessory I've EVER bought by FAR
Finger grip and kickstand
GET IT NOW
Flygrip.com
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Holy crap, that's ugly, bulky and won't protect my screen when I put my phone face down.
I ordered a case-mate Pop! (black) for now, but I'll probably get a Seidio blue when they finally get them made. I wish they'd hurry up with the car mount. I need my Waze GPS.

Sleestax said:
Holy crap, that's ugly, bulky and won't protect my screen when I put my phone face down.
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How is it bulky? Its like 2 inches long and one inch wide. And doesn't add much thickness to the phone at all. When your fingers are in it, you won't worry about dropping it at all. I can easily reach all 4 corners of my screen with this baby. watch Qbkings review of it
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I got the case mate with the kickstand and I love it.
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I bought this one cheapo, but hey..
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cashyftw said:
I bought this one cheapo, but hey..
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Got the same one...decent!

Jbluna said:
How is it bulky? Its like 2 inches long and one inch wide. And doesn't add much thickness to the phone at all. When your fingers are in it, you won't worry about dropping it at all. I can easily reach all 4 corners of my screen with this baby. watch Qbkings review of it
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The Flygrip is pretty awesome. I just put it on my Body Glove case today.

aren't you guys worried about the flygrip coming unstuck and you droping your phone as a result?

ronin4740 said:
aren't you guys worried about the flygrip coming unstuck and you droping your phone as a result?
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I had it on my epic touch for a few weeks (before I quickly got rid of it) and it never felt like it was getting loose. It uses the 3m double sided tape, the same tape on the wall hooks that 3m makes that are rated to hold 5 lbs.
Another thing I like is that it lifts the phone speaker of the surface more so it doesn't dampen the ringer. That is partially annoying cause it doesn't lay flat on a surface if your using your phone laying down, but isn't a huge deal.

Sleestax said:
As someone who used the kickstand on my Evo OG a lot, I must have a case that includes a kickstand. Does anyone have any particular recommendations? I have used Seidio car mounts in the past, and they were very high quality and durable, but a bit on the heavy side (trade-off for durable I guess).
Anyway, I see two cases I'm interested in.
Case-Mate Pop! with Kickstand. ~$35
Seidio's planned Surface case with Kickstand ~$35
Any other recs?
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If you order the case mate thru the case mate website use the "tough" code for 20% off. I have the case already just waiting on the phone. Case looks sturdy and should be great.

I would say this http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NHEzogJcXfE
but theyre not shipping until July. It looks neat

cashyftw said:
I bought this one cheapo, but hey..
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Got the same one...decent!
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How do you guys like that one? I saw it on ebay and really considered it. Does the case fit on the phone well?

Anymode's Samsung Galaxy SIII Mesh case

Hands down the original nilllkin case. I want to get this but couldn't found it anywhere for under 20 bucks and was all from far east. I end up getting the rock.
I didn't want to get the fake ones either.
http://www.nillkin.com/En/ProductView.asp?ID=2729

Guys, looking for something below with kickstand. I see some good options in this thread but they all make the phone pretty thick.
So far, I have been using
for my captivate

Smashed...

Well... you can add me to the "dropped and shattered" list. It was a good drop too. The kind where you almost save it but bobble it in such a way that you actually send the phone a little higher in the air just before smashes to the ground. Filed claim... received email stating phone is on back order... no eta.
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You didnt have a case on it? Im extemely careful with my note right now until my case gets here.
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I don't always use protection, but when I do I go bareback....
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Seeing a few broken gn2 threads have me thinking if the size is making the phone to large to handle. I usually do the one handed, pinky on the bottom, 3 fingers in the back hold on my s3.
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Medic1013 said:
Seeing a few broken gn2 threads have me thinking if the size is making the phone to large to handle. I usually do the one handed, pinky on the bottom, 3 fingers in the back hold on my s3.
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That's how I hold my note... haven't dropped it or even fumbled with it yet
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Medic1013 said:
Seeing a few broken gn2 threads have me thinking if the size is making the phone to large to handle. I usually do the one handed, pinky on the bottom, 3 fingers in the back hold on my s3.
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+1 Same...haven't had a Oopsie yet. I dropped my S3 not once, not twice, but three times and not one scratch on it. Even after trying to save it. I'm thinking you folks done got a bad batch off the assembly line cause someone must have said fk it.
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How much was the deductible?
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Get a flygrip
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Since this phone just came out, do you know if you're getting a refurbished or brand new?

That sucks man sorry to hear it but yeah I do the pinky at the bottom as well and no fumbles yet... *knocks on wood
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That sucks. At least you tried to ease the fall.... I think people should practice bobbling things and trying to catch them every now and then. Maybe old or dummy phones would be good for practice.
I'm loving my TPU case though. The rubbery feel of a TPU is just so much easier to grip. Doesn't make the phone any bulkier in the pocket except it helps trap pocket lint where it meets the screen. I keep my pockets cleaner now :laugh:

I fumbled my HTC EVO 4G LTE, this past Sunday it was good and bad... I got myself the Note2 , but purchased it full price

vlmendezjr said:
I fumbled my HTC EVO 4G LTE, this past Sunday it was good and bad... I got myself the Note2 , but purchased it full price
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Sure you 'fumbled' it...
j/k ... bittersweet i guess.

Well when my original note 2 suffered the tragic Left Corner Of Doom break it was in a leather pouch that fell off my hip and hit the asphalt just right. I think the issue with these phones are that the size of the screen makes them more fragile. Its easier to break a full pensil in half then a half pensil in half. Makes sense?
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I have one of those slim cases that snaps on. I had one on my OG Evo and there was no way the phone would contact the ground during a fall. This isn't the case with the GN2 since it is so much larger the case doesn't wrap the corners as well. Right now I am ultra aware when I grab for my phone and it will be awhile before using it becomes automatic. I once dropped a loaded pistol with a round in the chamber inside my gun cabinet. It fell about 3.5 feet and it felt like an eternity since it fell straight down and I was hoping the firing pin would not strike the primer.

bill323 said:
I have one of those slim cases that snaps on. I had one on my OG Evo and there was no way the phone would contact the ground during a fall. This isn't the case with the GN2 since it is so much larger the case doesn't wrap the corners as well. Right now I am ultra aware when I grab for my phone and it will be awhile before using it becomes automatic. I once dropped a loaded pistol with a round in the chamber inside my gun cabinet. It fell about 3.5 feet and it felt like an eternity since it fell straight down and I was hoping the firing pin would not strike the primer.
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I would have shat myself before it even hit the ground. That's crazy bro.
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bill323 said:
I have one of those slim cases that snaps on. I had one on my OG Evo and there was no way the phone would contact the ground during a fall. This isn't the case with the GN2 since it is so much larger the case doesn't wrap the corners as well. Right now I am ultra aware when I grab for my phone and it will be awhile before using it becomes automatic. I once dropped a loaded pistol with a round in the chamber inside my gun cabinet. It fell about 3.5 feet and it felt like an eternity since it fell straight down and I was hoping the firing pin would not strike the primer.
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Do you keep a lot of loaded guns in your safe? I mean, I keep 1 loaded revolver, but I think it would be about impossible to drop it hard enough to engage the firing pin with it not cocked. My other loaded firearm is typically on my hip/bed and is cocked and locked. It isn't good on your magazine springs to keep ammunition always in them. Not to mention the safety hazard of having loaded firearms. Glad no one was hurt.

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It isn't good on your magazine springs to keep ammunition always in them.
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This isnt a fact, magazines today have springs that are treated to remain compressed and not suffer any reliability issues. There have even been case of original colt 1911's with original magazines and ammo still firing when the trigger was pulled.
I love guns more than phones.
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iceman19631 said:
+1 Same...haven't had a Oopsie yet. I dropped my S3 not once, not twice, but three times and not one scratch on it. Even after trying to save it.
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I just took a look at my Evo which survived many a fall with a slim case. It seems like its softer plastic around the glass. As far as keeping loaded guns in the safe. If I didn't have 3 kids there would be loaded guns all over my house. I also keep a couple of AR15 mags ready to go just in case...
Front and center is my carry piece that fell. Extra points for the person who can tell me what make and model it is.
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Car Phone Holder (Navigation, Ease of Access)

Hello everyone, I guess I'm just here to show you guys a little accessory I made for my One. I welded it out of random scrap metal and bent a bracket back in between the dash and clock accessory to hold it in place. It's very stable, and good for using with Navigation, or for changing the music on my Bluetooth stereo.
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beforedenied said:
Hello everyone, I guess I'm just here to show you guys a little accessory I made for my One. I welded it out of random scrap metal and bent a bracket back in between the dash and clock accessory to hold it in place. It's very stable, and good for using with Navigation, or for changing the music on my Bluetooth stereo.
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I envy your ingenuity, yet pity your phone for all the scratches this will give it.

This has to be a joke this will destroy your device
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You need to go to home depot and pick up a can of plasti-dip to coat your holder.
No way would I place my device in that bare. If its in a case that would be fine, but the bare metal sticking out of your dash is abit of an eyesore.
I like it as a diy, but coat it in plasti-dip and it would go from unsightly to being near perfect.

Love the implementation of Industrial Design, combined with American ingenuity & sheer retardedness. lol.
Just kidding! Work on your quality of finish maybe?

are you serious ?????? put it in the bin

Wow, don't we have a bunch of asshats on this forum.
Nice work dude, maybe spray it with something so you don't damage the phone.
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ceelo2008 said:
This has to be a joke this will destroy your device
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msgnyc said:
You need to go to home depot and pick up a can of plasti-dip to coat your holder.
No way would I place my device in that bare. If its in a case that would be fine, but the bare metal sticking out of your dash is abit of an eyesore.
I like it as a diy, but coat it in plasti-dip and it would go from unsightly to being near perfect.
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haha wow I just happened to find two people who seem to keep this amazing piece of equipment.. without a case? Lol I habent had it out, since I bought it, for more than a minute or two.
Plasti-dip is a good idea! although I'm beggining to like the industrial look of it, as bare metal.
Reckless187 said:
Love the implementation of Industrial Design, combined with American ingenuity & sheer retardedness. lol.
Just kidding! Work on your quality of finish maybe?
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Um.. ok? Rude. I like the way it looks, and that's all that matters.
westentertainer said:
are you serious ?????? put it in the bin
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... Thanks bro. Lets see yours, any better?
ECEXCURSION said:
Wow, don't we have a bunch of asshats on this forum.
Nice work dude, maybe spray it with something so you don't damage the phone.
Yeah, thank you! Just thought someone might get an idea from mine.. I thought of that, I just kind of like the way it looks. Who knows, might dip it though. Thanks for the input!
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Here's a photo of how it doesn't hurt my device:
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lol yeah, im not a big fan of cases honestly. I may use one from time to time, but only to match an outfit, but even then I mostly rely on skins lol. I usually just throw a full body skin on it or leave my phones bare.
Always found it funny when people rave and make a big deal about how a phone looks or how thin it is then throw it into an otterbox or something.

What case is that?

Cool clock!
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TrueYears said:
What case is that?
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Distronic. Gray, tpu
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Awesome work! Now you just need to add a swivel to change the viewing angle and you're all set!

Widget
Yeah, cool clock widget you have here. Fits the Sense look purfectly!

link12245 said:
I envy your ingenuity, yet pity your phone for all the scratches this will give it.
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ceelo2008 said:
This has to be a joke this will destroy your device
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msgnyc said:
You need to go to home depot and pick up a can of plasti-dip to coat your holder.
No way would I place my device in that bare. If its in a case that would be fine, but the bare metal sticking out of your dash is abit of an eyesore.
I like it as a diy, but coat it in plasti-dip and it would go from unsightly to being near perfect.
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I did as you said, and plasti-dipped it!
I think it looks pretty cool, and now it's protected by a layer of rubber, so bare phones will be happy still.
ECEXCURSION said:
Wow, don't we have a bunch of asshats on this forum.
Nice work dude, maybe spray it with something so you don't damage the phone.
Here are the pictures after it's been plasti-dipped.
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Very nice. I wish I had my '89 CRX to do things like this to. I'm going to find a decent suction cup holder from somewhere eventually.

Is this the only version you're making? I was thinking next time you could use a pneumatic press and take a single piece of steel and fold it so you don't have so many harsh edges. Or heat a single piece of steel and make like a blacksmith and bend that beast with a sledgehammer and willpower.
alternatively if you absolutely must weld it, weld the sides on the backside of the backplate rather than the front. Just curious why you took the time to weld it but disregarded the 20 seconds it would've taken to smooth it with a hand-held grinder?
Also, why not legos?

I also had the idea to build this with lego . (my old phone, but also works with my HTC One)