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[REVIEW] Qmadix Holster Shell Combo Review! Lots of Pics!

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Bought this on eBay. Just search for "Galaxy Nexus Qmadix"
I love it!
I've always been a fan of the Seidio Surface Case/Holster Combo. I've bought them for all the phones I've had, even the Nexus S. The Nexus S, just like the Galaxy Nexus has a curved glass, because of that, the Seidio Surface case is not a slide on case like other Surface cases, but a 2 piece sandwich style case that encloses the phone from the back and front. I did not like this style on my Nexus S. I can feel the seam on the sides of the phone and it was a bit creaky. So a search for a replacement case/holster combo I went.
I've compiled a list of Case+Holster cases here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1399540
On to the review!
Case comes with a rubberized textured snap-on case and a matching felt lined face-in style belt clip holster, also rubberized and textured.
Since it's a snap-on case, it does not protect the top nor bottom of the phone if you drop it. The sides do protrude over the phone so you can lay your phone face down on a desk or flat surface and your screen will not touch the desk/surface.
I have the GSM version of the Galaxy Nexus. This Qmadix case is suppose to fit on both the GSM and Verizon version. It's very snug in the snap-on case. I don't feel it moving around or squishy. You can tell there's a slight gap on top of the phone, but it doesn't alter/affect the phone/case on the GSM Nexus.
The phone can only go in face in which is great. It can go in top or bottom first, but it's made to go in bottom first.
It goes in with a satisfying "click" feel. Since the phone slides into the holster, you have to push it out to get it out. This may take some practice, but a good way to do it is use your pinky/ring finger and place it on the bottom right of the phone and push it forward and then grab the phone from the top sides and pull the rest of it out.
The belt clip is great. It rotates 180 degrees. I wear a 1.5 inch wide belt and it fits it perfectly. It even has a little notch on the clip to securely hold your belt.
There's something cool but odd with the belt clip holster.
It's a stand! But it's useless! It has the metal thing that goes down and has 4 settings you can set it to. You can't put the phone in screen out to use the stand! I can't figure out any other way to use it.
And here's a pic of the phone/holster on my hip:
All in all for ~$20, well worth it if you want a case/holster.

This is great and saves me from needing to do a write-up when mine shows up (hopefully) tomorrow.
BTW, is it possible to just lay/rest the phone against the "stand" and have it stay in place? I'd think so, at least in the horizontal position, since the case is rubberized.

Heres the real question, does it fit with the extended battery?
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tgmorris said:
This is great and saves me from needing to do a write-up when mine shows up (hopefully) tomorrow.
BTW, is it possible to just lay/rest the phone against the "stand" and have it stay in place? I'd think so, at least in the horizontal position, since the case is rubberized.
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I guess you can kinda lay the phone on the desk leaning against the stand. It works but tap on the desk with your hand a few times and the phone moves/falls.

bc760 said:
Heres the real question, does it fit with the extended battery?
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I really doubt it. It's pretty snug as it is.
I'm squeezing the back of the case to try and feel if it pushes in but I don't.

Anyone tried this with the VZW Nexus yet? How is the fit?

I'll be trying it with my VZW Nexus with extended battery a soon as my case shows up in the mail. I'm hoping it will be today.
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I'm using it with the extended battery. It takes some effort, but you can make it work.
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Mystery252 said:
I'm using it with the extended battery. It takes some effort, but you can make it work.
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Would you be able to snap some pics?
I know the extended battery "kinda work" with the similar barely there and feather cases, so it'd be interesting to see how it looks with this case.

Mystery252 said:
I'm using it with the extended battery. It takes some effort, but you can make it work.
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Are you using the EB back or the stock back? On the case my wife is using I had to switch to the stock back when using the EB to get it to fit better in the case. It's not overly difficult and the shape of the back where it curves seems to be the biggest factor.

I use the extended back. I may use the stock back to see what you're talking about with a better fit.
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Mystery252 said:
I use the extended back. I may use the stock back to see what you're talking about with a better fit.
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My case finally arrived. I'm using an extended battery along with the stock back and it seems to fit fine once it's been worked into place.

Anyone had any issues yet using this case with the extended battery with standard back?
I wanna buy this case but don't wanna put too much strain on the phone by not using the correct back...
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I see this available only for VZ nexus. Does this fit well with GSM version?

sivagandi said:
I see this available only for VZ nexus. Does this fit well with GSM version?
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I wrote this review, i have a GSM version, fits great.

Hello,
is it possible to remove the clip?

fummel72 said:
Hello,
is it possible to remove the clip?
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Remove the clip from the holster? Yeah if you break it off.

I notice inserting camera side first exposes all available ports. But here and also on the cover, it is shown to insert the other way which exposes only the volume keys(that too partially). Is the right way or can it go both ways? Also if you have to buy a screen protector, does it have to be a case fit or a regular one would be just fine.

millicoelho said:
I notice inserting camera side first exposes all available ports. But here and also on the cover, it is shown to insert the other way which exposes only the volume keys(that too partially). Is the right way or can it go both ways? Also if you have to buy a screen protector, does it have to be a case fit or a regular one would be just fine.
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The case/holster is made to put screen in and camera facing out (protecting the screen).
Any screen protector is fine, the case holds the sides of the phone so doesn't affect the screen protector (squishing it/etc)

nxt said:
The case/holster is made to put screen in and camera facing out (protecting the screen).
Any screen protector is fine, the case holds the sides of the phone so doesn't affect the screen protector (squishing it/etc)
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Thanks for your response. I did not mean face out(screen) which I understand it always goes face-in(screen) to protect the screen. What I meant was top/bottom in(assuming camera side is top) first. In this case it allows both sides to go in but the picture says bottom side in. With this it doesn't expose all buttons/ports. But with top(camera) side in, all ports/buttons are completely accessible.

Landscape/Portrait Kickstand [T-989]

Is there a reliable kickstand/portrait style case for the T-989?
If you have one please give a slight review/opinion on it...

Body glove from tmo store best one worth it not too big looks good n works n holds up to abuse great. Not a whole lot of protection tho but for me it works just fine. Excuse my lack of proper punctuation and spelling but you get the idea.
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ebatr8 said:
Body glove from tmo store best one worth it not too big looks good n works n holds up to abuse great. Not a whole lot of protection tho but for me it works just fine. Excuse my lack of proper punctuation and spelling but you get the idea.
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Thank you, I'll look into that one some more.
It's been between that one and this one by Seidio http://www.seidioonline.com/SearchResults.asp?Search=K3SSG2T
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I second the body glove one from the tmo store. I got mine in Dec and I'm surprised the kickstand hasn't broken yet. I love the it folds flat. My only complaint is that the color rubs off after a while.
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Try this case. http://www.ebay.com/itm/320846092482?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
Great protection and the kickstand works great. Good price comes in a few other colors.
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I just ordered this one off ebay. I'll give my review after I get it.

ebatr8 said:
Body glove from tmo store best one worth it not too big looks good n works n holds up to abuse great. Not a whole lot of protection tho but for me it works just fine. Excuse my lack of proper punctuation and spelling but you get the idea.
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Same here. i keep going back to my black body glove, even though it provides hardly any protection for my phone.
I had one for my Vibrant a year ago, which i dropped on carpet, the case popped off and SOMEHOW scratched the screen of my phone.
But, i sure like how it feels on the phone though.
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patrick216 said:
Try this case. http://www.ebay.com/itm/320846092482?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
Great protection and the kickstand works great. Good price comes in a few other colors.
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Thanks dude
Beefvvl said:
I just ordered this one off ebay. I'll give my review after I get it.
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I definitely would appreciate a review. It doesn't look like it does Portrait view though...

CBlakey292 said:
I definitely would appreciate a review. It doesn't look like it does Portrait view though...
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My apologies.
I did get the case today. It's a little thicker than I was expecting but it's probably the same thickness as most dual protection cases. The inner layer is rubber and the outer layer is plastic. Its a little whiter than my phone is. The buttons are really easy to press. It's white so I'm expecting it to get dirty lol. There are different color combinations from the same seller on ebay. So if you have black or white there are some options for you. I'm loving the quality of the case. The fitment is great compared to another case I had.
I am no way associated with the seller.
I have attached some pictures. I got some ink stains on it already. I guess my hands were dirty.

Got the Seidio from Amazon with the holster for the same pricce as just the case on Seidio.com.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006671H0S/ref=oh_o02_s01_i00_details

patrick216 said:
Try this case. http://www.ebay.com/itm/320846092482?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
Great protection and the kickstand works great. Good price comes in a few other colors.
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I have this case and it is bulky but that's to be be expected. The kickstand already has signs of cracking. I bought this case cuz at work, I keep my phone in my work shirt pocket and every time i go to lean down (with my old slick case) the phone fell out. This case stopped that but now is a PITA to pull outta my pocket sometimes. And if i happen to have any additional items in my pocket, the case pulls that out too when removed. It's a 'damned if you do, damned if you don't' kinda situation. It does get the job done and I at least feel comfortable if my phone took a leap outta my pocket or off the fridge...

Beefvvl said:
My apologies.
I did get the case today. It's a little thicker than I was expecting but it's probably the same thickness as most dual protection cases. The inner layer is rubber and the outer layer is plastic. Its a little whiter than my phone is. The buttons are really easy to press. It's white so I'm expecting it to get dirty lol. There are different color combinations from the same seller on ebay. So if you have black or white there are some options for you. I'm loving the quality of the case. The fitment is great compared to another case I had.
I am no way associated with the seller.
I have attached some pictures. I got some ink stains on it already. I guess my hands were dirty.
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Does it support in Portrait?

CBlakey292 said:
Does it support in Portrait?
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Sorry it doesn't. My bad.
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Seidio Active case...
Hey just wanted to give my input...
I have the Seidio Active case and the kickstand does NOT work in portrait mode, only landscape. BUT it does offer 2 angles in landscape. Aside from that I gotta say this is the 2nd Seidio Active case I've had, the other was for my HTC Sensation 4G, and this is the best case I've ever used for any phone. I'll be buying another one for whatever my next phone after the SGS2 ends up being.

Beefvvl said:
Sorry it doesn't. My bad.
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It's all good.
jhutchy said:
Hey just wanted to give my input...
I have the Seidio Active case and the kickstand does NOT work in portrait mode, only landscape. BUT it does offer 2 angles in landscape. Aside from that I gotta say this is the 2nd Seidio Active case I've had, the other was for my HTC Sensation 4G, and this is the best case I've ever used for any phone. I'll be buying another one for whatever my next phone after the SGS2 ends up being.
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I'm leaning hard on the Seidio case. I'm surprised it's not Portrait supported though, cause it kind of looked like it could be in a pic I saw using the belt clip I believe?
What's the difference in the 2 angles you mentioned?
Thanks in advance.

Hmmm... I don't know anything about the belt clip you mentioned. But the 2 landscape angles i mentioned turned out to be 3 after i played with it some more, you just have to flip the phone 180 to get the third angle. The lowest is around 20 degrees, then there's slightly more than 45 degrees maybe 50, and finally it stands almost completely upright, I'd guess around 85 degrees.

Beefvvl said:
My apologies.
I did get the case today. It's a little thicker than I was expecting but it's probably the same thickness as most dual protection cases. The inner layer is rubber and the outer layer is plastic. Its a little whiter than my phone is. The buttons are really easy to press. It's white so I'm expecting it to get dirty lol. There are different color combinations from the same seller on ebay. So if you have black or white there are some options for you. I'm loving the quality of the case. The fitment is great compared to another case I had.
I am no way associated with the seller.
I have attached some pictures. I got some ink stains on it already. I guess my hands were dirty.
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Eww beauty off the phone is gone
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[Review] Full TPU bumper case

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http://www.ebay.com/itm/28091881666...X:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649#ht_2752wt_1396
Man this thing came fast! I ordered it last Thursday night, it arrived today. 2 business days from New York, this seller is on it! Not bad considering I live on the West Coast.
Fit and finish:
When I opened up the package and grabbed the case out of it's blister pack the first thing I noticed was the whole thing was not TPU like I thought it was going to be. The shiny plastic part is a hard plastic and the dull part is silicone. The shiny part isn't so hard that it'll break if you bend it, although I wouldn't try tying it in a knot either, it does have some give to it but it's pretty rigid at the same time. The silicone part is nice cause not only does it provide a lip on the front side of the case allowing you to set the phone face down without damaging it, but it also allows the buttons to be pressed as easily as if nothing was over them. Very nice touch! When looking at the phone from the front you can hardly tell it's even got a case on it, very low profile, very little bulk added. From the back it's much more noticeable due to the way it frames the battery cover, which accentuates my white carbon fiber cover perfectly. The lip it adds to the backside is more significant, I'd guess to ensure you don't mess up your camera/flash/speaker/cover when setting the phone face up.
There is room for improvement though....The cutouts are fairly accurate but the top mic opening is a bit off, it doesn't cover the mic but it's noticeably off centered. You can also see the excess from the mold it was formed in and the transitions from plastic to silicone isn't exactly the smoothest. These are the fine details that can make a good product a great one but it won't be noticed or cared about by most. To be honest, I don't even care about it and i'm very particular, but I like to keep my reviews true and honest.
Once caressed into place, the case fits like a glove and looks very nice. The grip in comparison to the Seidio Surface case is significantly better. This is a minimalists' dream! It protects the corners and edges of the phone, has some screen protection, some camera/battery cover protection, while adding insignificant bulk and allowing you to show off your nice battery cover.
Final thought:
Want drop protection with minimal bulk? This case is for you. It feels good in the hand, adds grip, highlights your battery cover by framing it nicely and when handling the phone without looking at it (putting in or out of your pocket, for example) it gives the feel of a naked phone for the most part. I have finally found a setup i'm 100% happy with, minus the screen protector...but that's going to be changed out for a SPG Ultra Nano Clear as soon as I feel like doing it. The seller is awesome, ships super fast and the product is well worth the cost, which is just $7 shipped. Matter of fact, i'm gonna see if they have any other colors available. Highly recommended!
Here's what my phone looks like with my Carbon fiber battery cover, REALook screen protector and full TPU bumper case

Ugh, i've only had my Incipio DualPro Shine for a week and now see this. That is amazing!

mav3rick478 said:
Ugh, i've only had my Incipio DualPro Shine for a week and now see this. That is amazing!
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I agree, i'm loving it. It's only $7 shipped
via Galaxy S III

So if you drop your phone with the case with the screen facing the ground will it make contact with the ground? Same for the back facing the ground.

613BulletProof said:
So if you drop your phone with the case with the screen facing the ground will it make contact with the ground? Same for the back facing the ground.
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No and no.
via Galaxy S III

I ordered this in black. I also have a black carbon fiber battery cover on the way. I can't wait
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shugga101 said:
I ordered this in black. I also have a black carbon fiber battery cover on the way. I can't wait
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I think ur gonna love it. It's amazing to me that this $7 case is much grippier than the $30 Seidio Surface. I can rest this thing in my hand, not even squeezing it from the sides, and hold it damn near vertical before it begins to slide down in my hand. And how sleek it is, man i'm really diggin' this setup.
via Galaxy S III

Gadgetz said:
No and no.
via Galaxy S III
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Thanks, im getting a black one to compliment my pebble blue

I like this as well. Going to order.
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A side note question. Where did you get your carbon fiber back plate? All I'm seeing is the i9300 versions. Does this fit our i535? Thanks in advance
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613BulletProof said:
Thanks, im getting a black one to compliment my pebble blue
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YW...I think i'm gonna get a black one too, it'll mask the grime I can sometimes get on my phone when i'm out working on equipment in the field.
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A side note question. Where did you get your carbon fiber back plate? All I'm seeing is the i9300 versions. Does this fit our i535? Thanks in advance
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I got it from eBay as well, yes it'll fit perfectly. The only difference between the Intl. version and the US version is internals.

I got my self a pack 2 tone color bumpers 5 for 12 from hong kong with a white carbon fiber back the bumpers are amazing. The fit is small lip on the front and back to keep the screen and camera lense off of surfaces. The button response is flawless, it looks sexy and it fits snug. Im so happy with this purchase
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Awesome setup! Could you clarify what you meant by "not TPU" , and yet the product description says TPU? thx
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Awesome setup! Could you clarify what you meant by "not TPU" , and yet the product description says TPU? thx
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Thanks, I love it. Not sure I can explain it any other way than I already have. I have a TPU case, I can bend and twist that thing however I want and never fear it will break.....cant say the same for this bumper. It's bendable but much more rigid than TPU and certainly feels as if it'll break if bent too much. This isn't a complaint at all as being able to tie my case into a knot is not a prerequisite, its just an observation.

These are the ones i got im currently rocking red.
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=330757040275
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Matches your setup perfectly....i'm not a fan of Beats headphones myself but other than that, nice setup.

Thanks the beats are my roomates I just used it to take a picture because I could not find my red skull candy headphones.
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Nice inexpensive find. I'm waiting for my surface to get here. (paid $20 on amazon) this will be nice for when I want to rock something different. I live in NY so shipping should be instant.
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I just finally pulled the trigger on a bumper case and the carbon fiber back. I was mulling over the back for a while and you convinced me to get it. I was also looking for a minimalistic case and this fits my needs perfect.
How do you like the back cover?

tghockey07 said:
I just finally pulled the trigger on a bumper case and the carbon fiber back. I was mulling over the back for a while and you convinced me to get it. I was also looking for a minimalistic case and this fits my needs perfect.
How do you like the back cover?
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Thanks man....I am very happy with my setup.

best incipio case for the s3

what is the best incipio case for the s3? are they good and don't they have any problems (buttons, etc.) ?

I had the silicrylic and it worked perfectly the buttons didn't give me a problem. In actually even dropped the phone on the library floor which is basically cement with a ****ty carpet on top and it didn't even ding the case. I ended up returning it because the silicone layer was a little loose on the bottom but now I regret it I might buy it again
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I have a used syllicrilic case if anyone wants to buy. It's the gray/white. Works very well, I'm just a TPU guy, not a dual layer. PM me!

Been using the syllicrilic since it was released. I switch between the incipio syllicrilic and ringke slim lite depending if I'm at home or working. I am a construction worker and the syllicrilic does just fine for drops. Plus the buttons work perfect and the cutouts are also good. I listen to a lot of music and have a few different heaphones and auxiliary cables that I connect to the phone and haven't had any issues with the headphone jack yet.

otariq said:
I had the silicrylic and it worked perfectly the buttons didn't give me a problem. In actually even dropped the phone on the library floor which is basically cement with a ****ty carpet on top and it didn't even ding the case. I ended up returning it because the silicone layer was a little loose on the bottom but now I regret it I might buy it again
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The bottom part of the silicone being a little loose was actually a feature for me in that I could just stretch it out of the way in order for my 5-to-11pin MHL-HDMI adaptor to fit, and it snaps back into shape when I unplug . Also, the silicone doesn't peel up any screen protector you might choose, unlike TPU cases.
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I love my Incipio Silicrylic ($17); it was the best case by far out of the half dozen I tried. The only case I'm even considering replacing it with is the new Urban Armor Gear's, once the new colors come out (and the price drops from $35 to the low $20s)

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The bottom part of the silicone being a little loose was actually a feature for me in that I could just stretch it out of the way in order for my 5-to-11pin MHL-HDMI adaptor to fit, and it snaps back into shape when I unplug . Also, the silicone doesn't peel up any screen protector you might choose, unlike TPU cases.
I love my Incipio Silicrylic ($17); it was the best case by far out of the half dozen I tried. The only case I'm even considering replacing it with is the new Urban Armor Gear's, once the new colors come out (and the price drops from $35 to the low $20s)
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Hmm that color combination doesn't look bad I was hesitant of getting it from Amazon. I just bought sgp neo hybrid its in the mail but I might return it for the silicrylic again
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redthunda69 said:
I have a used syllicrilic case if anyone wants to buy. It's the gray/white. Works very well, I'm just a TPU guy, not a dual layer. PM me!
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Thanks. PM you for what?
What does the dual layer have as an extra compared to the basic TPU case?

kevindd992002 said:
Thanks. PM you for what?
What does the dual layer have as an extra compared to the basic TPU case?
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I'm saying that I'm selling my Incipio case, and if anyone wants to buy, he should PM me. The dual layer has really, as it sounds, two layers of protection. It's got that plastic outer shell and the silicone inner shell. A TPU case is one solid piece, which I prefer.

redthunda69 said:
I'm saying that I'm selling my Incipio case, and if anyone wants to buy, he should PM me. The dual layer has really, as it sounds, two layers of protection. It's got that plastic outer shell and the silicone inner shell. A TPU case is one solid piece, which I prefer.
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Rihht got you. The only TPU case is the sycrilic right?
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kevindd992002 said:
Rihht got you. The only TPU case is the sycrilic right?
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Silicrylic isn't tpu its partially silicone (first layer) and a polycarbonate shell (outer layer). There are numerous tpu cases for s3 I just bought sgp neo hybrid it should arrive tmrw ill let u know how it is just search for tpu on Amazon
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otariq said:
Silicrylic isn't tpu its partially silicone (first layer) and a polycarbonate shell (outer layer). There are numerous tpu cases for s3 I just bought sgp neo hybrid it should arrive tmrw ill let u know how it is just search for tpu on Amazon
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Well, I was planning on buying the neo hybrid but many are saying that the volume and power buttons become very sensitive when it is installed. Did you know that?
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Hmm that color combination doesn't look bad I was hesitant of getting it from Amazon. I just bought sgp neo hybrid its in the mail but I might return it for the silicrylic again
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I've got the same color combo also, looks great with the white S3

Bump!
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kevindd992002 said:
Well, I was planning on buying the neo hybrid but many are saying that the volume and power buttons become very sensitive when it is installed. Did you know that?
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I get it today will let u know when I get home
Edit: just got the case I love the feel and slimness of it but ppl were right the buttons suck @ss. The power button is really sensitive and the volume down works perfectly but volume up has a mind of its own I can barely get it to work
Edit 2: looks like the volume button needed to settle in the volume up and down both click now and work properly but the power is still really sensitive
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It seems like almost all cases have really thin protection along the bottom of the phone (where the USB port is), either that or they are super floppy exactly like the picture demonstrates in this case. This concerns me because sometimes when I drop my phone it really goes sliding along the pavement.... If the silicone can be moved out of place that easily then when the phone goes sliding couldnt that portion of the silicone be pulled away exposing the phone to the ground?

I love my silicrylic shine. the back cover looks like brushed aluminum. this is actually my 2nd silicrylic case, the first one was all black but I just didn't like the color match up with my blue phone.
I've also noticed that the silicone on the shine version is slightly tighter than my black one which is nice. but that could be simply because it's new and I've had the black one for months now

otariq said:
I get it today will let u know when I get home
Edit: just got the case I love the feel and slimness of it but ppl were right the buttons suck @ss. The power button is really sensitive and the volume down works perfectly but volume up has a mind of its own I can barely get it to work
Edit 2: looks like the volume button needed to settle in the volume up and down both click now and work properly but the power is still really sensitive
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Exactly what I was worrying about O don't understand why SGP can't address that issue properly.
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I love my silicrylic shine. the back cover looks like brushed aluminum. this is actually my 2nd silicrylic case, the first one was all black but I just didn't like the color match up with my blue phone.
I've also noticed that the silicone on the shine version is slightly tighter than my black one which is nice. but that could be simply because it's new and I've had the black one for months now
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But a TPU Incipio would be better than a silicone case, right?
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Honestly sgp isn't that bad now I just had to let it settle in and I might look into cutting the small rectangles on the inside and see if that helps. I really like the case tho its very slim and doesn't catch any lint or anything. Btw incipio doesn't make any tpu cases at least not for s3 just go to incipio.com and check out their stuff
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How does the spigen compare to the silacrylic? I have the gray case that is pictured. I don't find the silicone to be loose. It never slides down. Site, I could push it with my fingers, but why? I just wish it were lower profile. It seems super protective, but I wish it didn't add so much mass. It's not as big as an otter box, but it's not thin. The Spigen looks really nice and somewhat thinner. How do you think it stacks up to the silacrylic for fall Protection?

If ur more accident prone I'd say stick to silicrylic its a little heavier and thicker but definitely gives more protection in my opinion. If u drop it on a corner that pc shell will pop off and take energy away from the phone while the silicone will absorb the rest. Spg is a little thinner and I think it's enough protection for me (minor drops around the house mainly carpet flooring) when I walk and text I always use 2 hands but the thing about accidents are that they happen when u least expect so this is a choice you'll have to make. Btw that outer shell on sgp isn't really gonna do anything its more for show and to secure the tpu case onto the phone.
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[REVIEW] SGP SPIGEN Ultra Lumi Bumper. (HQ Pics Heavy) Must see++

Have you been looking around to find the most beautiful case for your s3? I have got you covered. I have found the perfect case for the Galaxy S3.
This is a review for the SGP Spigen Bumper Ultra Lumi series. I have ordered this case before three weeks and it arrived today. As you can see from the photos, the packaging for this case is pretty good.
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Once you order this case, you get the following items: 1. Case 2. Front protector 3. Back protector 4. Cleaning cloth. Normally you have to pay at least 10 dollars to get a decent pair of front and back protectors, so its a positive thing that they are included for free.
Now, lets have a look at the case. First thing i have noticed is the slim factor of the case. It looks beautiful and most of all: it looks premium. Although, if you touch the case you get that plastic feel. I dont see this as a bad thing, because it gives you at the same time the feeling that this case will do its job: to protect your investment.
As you can see from the photos, the cut outs for the usb, headphone jack, mics are perfectly lined. The buttons, both volume and power, are made of plastic. This is a good thing because its far more easy to press them from other tpu cases out there.
Also, this case has edges on the front and back of it. If you lay your phone on the table, its still protected because of these edges. Same thing goes for the front of the phone. You are protected because of these edges, so if you drop your phone on a straight floor, you are protected as well.
Now lets move on the negative side of this case. The price is little high for some people but notice that this case is one of the most beautiful cases i have ever seen (and i have seen a lot). Moreover, when you are holding your phone with this case, it doesnt have that anti-slippery feeling, that other cases give you. I dont care very much about this because i know that this case will protect my phone in every days situations.
Finally, I highly recommend this case to every s3 user in this forum. However, i dont think that it will look as great in the pebble blue s3. I am sure that it looks fantastic on my white galaxy s3 with my aluminum brushed back cover.
If i could give a rate to this case, i would rate it: 4,5/5.
Here's the pros and cons:
Pros: 1. best looking case for my taste 2. very good protection 3. easily accessible buttons
Cons: 1. pricey more some people 2. not having that anti-slippery feeling.
I hope you liked this review. If you find it helpful, hit thanks.
You can buy this case on:
http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/samsung/samsung-galaxy-s3-case-ultra-bumper-lumi-series.html
Have a nice day everybody.
10/11/2012 ***UPDATE*** I emailed SGP Spigen and asked them when this beautiful case will be back in stock, and this is the response i got:
"We are still unsure when we will be receiving new shipments of the Ultra Bumper from our manufacturers and they haven't given us an ETA yet.* As soon as they inform us, I will be sure to send you an email".
So anyone who wants this case, HOLD on

Just got mine yesterday in Infinity White. Top quality make and feel. Loving it so far
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decker39 said:
Just got mine yesterday in Infinity White. Top quality make and feel. Loving it so far
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nice!! thanks for the feedback :laugh:

angie4u said:
that looks absolutely beautiful~ the White S3 with the white bumper looks amazing.
good review!
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i know. it is hard to find a nice looking bumper for s3. i am glad, i did.

I wonder if this bumper would go with the iCarbon battery cover skin.

Kruzkal said:
I wonder if this bumper would go with the iCarbon battery cover skin.
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try it and let us know

nice review
not a big fan of the front protection tho, very little raised lip!

kl25 said:
nice review
not a big fan of the front protection tho, very little raised lip!
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it will protected ur phone from straight floors, tried it

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I am considering buying this case, but I'd like to combine it with the one of those aluminium back covers.
Anyone tried it?
EDIT: never mind... Just read the review better!
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b0gd4n said:
I am considering buying this case, but I'd like to combine it with the one of those aluminium back covers.
Anyone tried it?
EDIT: never mind... Just read the review better!
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if you need more pictures, let me know

Just to be sure, maar camera dienst hit the table when laying flat?
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your camera lens and speaker will be protected when ur phone is laying on the table.
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awesome review and i think i will order one, i like bumpers on my phone instead of a case

vikramdhani said:
awesome review and i think i will order one, i like bumpers on my phone instead of a case
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basically it is a case because it protects ur phone in every way. notice that they include front and back protectors, so you are fully protected :good:

Have you try this bumper with the brush aluminum back? The brush aluminum back is thicker than stock so I wonder if it will be a very tight fit. I have 2 tpu bumpers from eBay and it stretch too much with the aluminum back.
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DandroidT said:
Have you try this bumper with the brush aluminum back? The brush aluminum back is thicker than stock so I wonder if it will be a very tight fit. I have 2 tpu bumpers from eBay and it stretch too much with the aluminum back.
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if you take a look at the pictures, i have a brushed aluminum back cover which fits perfectly to the bumper case. it has a better fit than most bumpers on ebay, i guarantee you that.
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I see it now
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Quick question, the white portion of the case, is it hard plastic? Reason I ask is none of the colors look good to me and I'd like to apply a vinyl over it to change the color. Do you think a vinyl would even stick reliably to the white portion?
Thanks for your help ahead of time.

JayGoat said:
Quick question, the white portion of the case, is it hard plastic? Reason I ask is none of the colors look good to me and I'd like to apply a vinyl over it to change the color. Do you think a vinyl would even stick reliably to the white portion?
Thanks for your help ahead of time.
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yes it is plastic and i think that a vinyl will applied nicely to the case BUT i dont recommend to do so if you have the white s3, because i think that the case is beautiful as it is. its my opinion but its your decision