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Bought this off ebay

I ordered a i9000 pdair aluminum case. What do you guys think?
here is the link.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Black-Aluminium...s=63&clkid=6438954326155637198#ht_3717wt_1139
I will post pics when it arrives.

my friend had one of these for his nexus, it made it freakishly huge...i'll be interested in your feedback once you get it....i dont mind if it gets heavier tho...this phone is soooooo light compaired to a N1

I hear you. If that's the case then I would use it when I really need it.

ntellegence said:
I ordered a i9000 pdair aluminum case. What do you guys think?
here is the link.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Black-Aluminium...s=63&clkid=6438954326155637198#ht_3717wt_1139
I will post pics when it arrives.
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I'm sorry, thats god awful. It looks like a very cheap plastic you'd find on a toy tool box.

Don't listen to him, this looks like a good case. Let us know how it is, looks great, I'd like a metal case.

Aluminum = plastic????
Thanxs mafaesto
Anyway still waiting. Coming from Hong Kong. I'm not clumsy. I can't say the same for the rude and "blind" people around me. Public transportation, parades, sporting events it's easy to get this little phone knocked out of you hand in my opinion. So why not have metal and foam protecting your investment. I probally won't use it if i'm driving that day but going to party definitely.

Hey check this out, it's basically the same case as you linked in the OP (same brand) but specifically designed for the Vibrant, rather than the international Galaxy S. So basically, you don't have that extra hole for the FFC.
That and it's a pretty cool color, but they also have black available.
http://www.pdair.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=31181

ntellegence said:
Aluminum = plastic????
Thanxs mafaesto
Anyway still waiting. Coming from Hong Kong. I'm not clumsy. I can't say the same for the rude and "blind" people around me. Public transportation, parades, sporting events it's easy to get this little phone knocked out of you hand in my opinion. So why not have metal and foam protecting your investment. I probally won't use it if i'm driving that day but going to party definitely.
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Lol Looks Like does not mean Aluminium = Plastic. It looks like plastic, that's all im saying.

Aluminum will **** with your phones reception

The case came today. No reception issues. It adds some weight to the phone. The hinge and latch might get caught if you put it in your pocket with other stuff (I don't). But it is protection! No problems accessing buttons. Will post pics later.

Looking forward to pics! I was going to order the black one but was concerned with reception issues. Is the inside of the case lined with a non-aluminum material?
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Can't someone make a thin case for a thin phone?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

SEIDIO Active Case Review w Pics

This is my review of my new Seidio Active Case. I own a Ballistic, D3O and now this. It is not bulky & does add much thickness. It is 2 pieces, similar to Ballistic - inside silicone and hard plastic shell. The silicone is smooth similar to the D3O but unlike Ballistic. It isn't the same material as D3O so it does pick up some lint but easily wipes off. It has a kickstand that seems pretty durable. The smooth silicone is easy to slide in & out of pants pockets (doesn't get hung up). It does not make screen protectors bubble - if you see the bubbling at the bottom it is from my D3O case use and wont go away...
Overall, this will be my daily case. I am very happy with it and it looks slick! I will be happy to answer any questions. Added pics below....

Thanks for the review, really like that back stand.

I just picked up this case and already love it. It really isn't any more noticeably bulky than the TPO or Insignia case I used before, yet my phone feels more protected and fits like a glove, unlike the other two that weren't quite as form fitting as I would like. The kickstand is just an awesome bonus.
So far, definitely the best case I've used for this phone.

Same case, same opinion here. Awesome, not too bulky. I'd prefer naked, but I run a Distribution Warehouse, and use my phone at work. Taking falls into concrete is bad for phones.

Any good deals on this case?

I have the blue one, it really is a nice case and pretty sturdy.

717200 said:
Any good deals on this case?
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I purchased mine off of ebay. It was $25 with shipping included. Would give you the link but it looks like they sold out. Only had 5 available...

Blue Seidio
Great review. I bought the Seidio Active case after my black and white D30 developed cracks for no apparent reason (it had never been dropped) Luckily TMO let me return it.
I bought the Seidio Active Combo (Blue) with holster of Amazon for 40.00 Shipped. I like the case because it is easy to remove so you can swap batteries. A little thicker than the D30 but not as thick as many other cases. Buttons and port openings line up perfectly. It does attract a little dust or pocket lint. Some early reviews spoke of an echo with the speakerphone. It did not do that on mine.
The Sapphire Blue is a metallic type color that seems to change a bit under different kinds of light. The pics I've seen did not do justice to the blue finish. I just want to find a paint like this for my scooter.
J

Seidio Active case kickstand
Love the case and like you said it looks slick. Just have one question. from pictures I have seen the kickstand looks as though it protrudes from the back of the phone. Does this cause the phone to not sit flat when you set it on it's back? Do you get a rocking affect if you were to try to type with the phone flat on it's back?

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Love the case and like you said it looks slick. Just have one question. from pictures I have seen the kickstand looks as though it protrudes from the back of the phone. Does this cause the phone to not sit flat when you set it on it's back? Do you get a rocking affect if you were to try to type with the phone flat on it's back?
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It does cause a slight slant but the rocking effect is minimal and only when you are pressing the very bottom of the screen. To be honest, I never even realized this until testing for you... If I press the screen anywhere above the bottom 1/4 of the phone there is no rocking. Hope this helps!

That is awesome to know. Honestly that was my only reservation about getting this case. I love the look of it and doesn't seem to add much bulk to the case. Thanks for following up on this, now I can order one!

Mr.H0811 said:
That is awesome to know. Honestly that was my only reservation about getting this case. I love the look of it and doesn't seem to add much bulk to the case. Thanks for following up on this, now I can order one!
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Happy to help. This is by far my fav out of d3o, ballistic and this one. It is a great fit and the stand closes firmly to the case. The stand is awesome! I'm sure you will love it. Post what you think when you get it.

Going to order later on tonight so I will definitely let you know! Thanks again....

this is by far the best t989 case available, however would be nice if they would make the surface case for the t989 version. its a solid hard case that adds very lil bulk and more protection, its also very easy to remove. i had it for my sensation and would love it for this one. but seidio seemed to leave the t989 out on it bc its available on all other sg2 models except ours.

My damn kickstand always made a very noticeable click when I would use it but today it broke off. Sent email to Seidio waiting to here back from them. If they can send me a new kickstand I think I can fix it.
The weak link on a great case.
JK
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minoch said:
My damn kickstand always made a very noticeable click when I would use it but today it broke off. Sent email to Seidio waiting to here back from them. If they can send me a new kickstand I think I can fix it.
The weak link on a great case.
JK
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That sucks. That was one worry I've had but have had no problems so far. Let us know how you make out with your request...

I just ordered the blue case with holster last week, still waiting for it to arrive in the mail as well.
In the pictures the kickstand works very well when the phone is sideways (landscape). Are you able to use the kickstand and have the phone stand upright?

Chochiwpg said:
I just ordered the blue case with holster last week, still waiting for it to arrive in the mail as well.
In the pictures the kickstand works very well when the phone is sideways (landscape). Are you able to use the kickstand and have the phone stand upright?
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Unfortunately, no. The stand only works in landscape....

rpolito73 said:
Unfortunately, no. The stand only works in landscape....
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Ah man, that kinda sucks. Thanks for the prompt reply, really looking forward to slapping this thing on my phone.

I heard from Seidio they can't just send me a new kickstand the only recourse is a complete exchange. Had to return to Amazon. For that kind of money they should be higher quality. Time to start over. I'm not sure what case to get. Any opinions would be appreciated
Thanks
JK
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Sweet DNA Person Case from Cruzerlite

Hey folks! So you're most likely like me, a huge Android fan, especially considering you're here, lol
Anyways, i got this sweet case from Cruzerlite.com, the people who make the custom XDA case. Thought i'd share my review of it with you. I LOVE the design on the back, which is why i chose it.
Hope you like it!
Cheers,
Jared
p.s. links to buy it are located in the video about section (aka the video description) at the moment it's on sale for super cheap! Also, it's called the DNA Persona case, not person case, lol. XDA won't let me edit the thread title...lol

Thanks for the review. That ceratinly looks nice, but I miust say it will not absorb impact that much because it is very thin and hard. If you want impact absorption, the case must be thicker (on the sides and corners) and also soft like silicon.

I think the case is tpu. So it should be soft :laugh: Great review

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maldor11 said:
I think the case is tpu. So it should be soft :laugh: Great review
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Need help buying a case

So I'm wanting to buy a case for my s3 after almost dropping it the other day and i have never used one before because I hate the added profile to the phone. Can you guys or girls give me some pointers on what i should be looking for? I have no idea what materiel is best, or design, or anything about getting a case. any info is helpful! Thanks!

This section is chock full of recommendations. Lots of threads on the subject.
Start here:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=30136383
That's the first thread I read through when I had the same question. :thumbup:

Thanks. This is perfect.
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This section is chock full of recommendations. Lots of threads on the subject.
Start here:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=30136383
That's the first thread I read through when I had the same question. :thumbup:
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I would just say if you want slim basic protection you cant go wrong with a TPU case ,.

If you're really careful with the device, I'd say a regular tpu case will do. But if you have butter fingers I'd recommend body glove shock suit. I have it and it's great and slim
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SpartanG087 said:
So I'm wanting to buy a case for my s3 after almost dropping it the other day and i have never used one before because I hate the added profile to the phone. Can you guys or girls give me some pointers on what i should be looking for? I have no idea what materiel is best, or design, or anything about getting a case. any info is helpful! Thanks!
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Agree with everyone else about TPU cases, they're the best blend of protection and bulk. I've had 5 different TPU cases for the S3: Mercury, Diztronic (matte black), Boxwave, (all about $10), iGadgitz ($3), and ZooGue ($5 on sale). The ZooGue is the best I've used: http://www.zoogue.com/galaxy-s3-cases/. The Diztronic was too slippery, Mercury was a bit too low-profile with not enough screen protection for me (you may like that one if you want to keep the phone slim though). The iGadgitz was pretty good but just didn't look very good. Boxwave should not be considered.

Looks pretty cool, almost military grade. Seems bulky however
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If you're really careful with the device, I'd say a regular tpu case will do. But if you have butter fingers I'd recommend body glove shock suit. I have it and it's great and slim
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SpartanG087 said:
Looks pretty cool, almost military grade. Seems bulky however
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Not really. There is a post around here with comparison photos with and without the case.
It's the slimmest case I've found offering that amount of protection.

I might be checking this ZooGue thing out. Thanks!

I have a trident kraken. i have a 2 year old tho so my phone would be crackin otherwise =P

x3knet said:
I might be checking this ZooGue thing out. Thanks!
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I had a zoo gue for the longest time and was really happy with it. Honestly its the BEST Tpu case. Quality, protection and great price. The Diztronics had nothing compared to the zoogue. I had the all.

I use Urban Armor gear for S3, and i'm happy with it, I got a feeling the phone cant be damaged at all, and the power/volume buttons work great with it (very important for me). I highly recommend it.

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I had a zoo gue for the longest time and was really happy with it. Honestly its the BEST Tpu case. Quality, protection and great price. The Diztronics had nothing compared to the zoogue. I had the all.
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I'll second and third the ZooGue. Perfect combination of grippiness yet slippery enough to slide in and out of a pants pocket easily.

pappcam said:
I'll second and third the ZooGue. Perfect combination of grippiness yet slippery enough to slide in and out of a pants pocket easily.
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Me too. Have been using it for 6 months with the extended battery. Still look and feel very good. Love the case.

Living in Florida, I go to beaches and love fishing, so I wanted a case that could survive water,sand and accidental drops. Ended up getting the lifeproof case even though it is pricey...about $80. However, I love that it is a a pretty small case compared to other life proofs like otterbox

I have 2 brand new Otterbox Defender series warranty replacements for sale, a Grey on white and Black on black with clip holsters for sale. Looking to sell both for cheap in a bundle. Shoot me a PM if your interested.
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