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Case-mate tough case, not out yet?

On their eu site it shows the case and I like what I see. Looked around and it appears that its coming soon. I was wondering if anyone knew about availability? I have an inquiry in and will report back if it hasn't already been dug up and reported here.
edit... I should have put a link here, my bad. Here is a link to the goods. ---> http://www.case-mate.eu.com/samsung-galaxy-s-2-tough-case-black.html

I don't have any news but thanks for sharing that link. I've been looking to see if Case-Mate was preparing any cases yet for the SG2.

Have you had one previously? I'm running a siedio case right now that I really like. It is a hard rubbery feeling outside that gives some grip but it doesn't collect lint or get stuck in pockets. This is what I'm looking for.

barely there case is out..2 sellers on ebay.uk and amazon uk too..
but i can not find the other hard case

krabman said:
Have you had one previously? I'm running a siedio case right now that I really like. It is a hard rubbery feeling outside that gives some grip but it doesn't collect lint or get stuck in pockets. This is what I'm looking for.
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Yes I did. I liked it, nice looking, not too thick and had a nice solid feel to it when you grasped the phone. It slide in and out pretty easily and didn't pick up stuff from my pockets.

Thanks
10char

krabman said:
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I'm going to try out the Barely There case for now... I've had those before too. Not nearly as protective but I'd rather try one of these out than some of the odd stuff we are seeing so far.

I ordered some gel cases from Deal Extreme that still haven't shown up yet - a little worried using my SGS II without a case (it's a bit slippery). I like the look of the Case-Mate barely there or Safe Skin - will pick one up in London week after next (I'm sure CPWH will have them...)

Case-mate has responded to my email this morning. They expect to have them available to the public in two weeks.

Hi,
I always use the case-mate tough case on a of my phones, andhave one on pre order from mobile den, cpwh will bedding then for around £25 and the barely there will be much cheaper but to me does not provide grip or good protection.
A5ian300zx
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I purchased this http://www.case-mate.eu.com/samsung-galaxy-s-2-gelli-case-clear.html and the screen protector that shipped with it is totally the wrong size and has no hole for the home button. it is too short and too narrow almost a galaxy s screen protector with no hole for the home button. I checked 3 different carphone warehouse and they are all the same. I emailed case mate and was told they knew the screen protector didn't fit but just use it anyway.
Really disappointed in the company. No reason at all this should be sold like this. The case is very nice however but at £13 its not cheap if you have no screen protector
Dont know if this will be the same just to let you know

I dont use screen protectors, hate em. Nevertheless I don't like the sound of an outfit shipping a piece that to my mind would be useless and not what was represented. What is your feelings on the fit of the case itself in regards to the cut outs and so on? Overall quality? Value?

This is now available on amazon uk, I have one on the way so I will post up with my impressions after I have it in hand.

Case-mate now available on Clove's website.
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mickliq said:
Case-mate now available on Clove's website.
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No its not, they say awaiting first stock...

I have tracking on the amazon stock so at least when I ordered they had some laying about.

Barely there showed in stock
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Hi,
carphone warehouse have them in stock - I got mine coming tomorrow or tuesday.
a5ian300zx

a5ian300zx said:
Hi,
carphone warehouse have them in stock - I got mine coming tomorrow or tuesday.
a5ian300zx
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Do you have a link?

robot1000 said:
Do you have a link?
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hi,
my Nephew works in carphone warehouse in Birmingham (UK) and has got it for me and posted to me.
a5ian300zx

TPU case from Verizon

I picked up a perfect TPU case at Verizon for my Xoom Wifi. Just letting you know if you aren't looking for the book style. It was unbranded so I have no clue who makes it. Its thick and fits like a glove. The color matches up perfectly. Its like a tinted smoke. Also comes with a screen protector. It's not great but works. Doesn't cover the entire glass. Just the screen.
It's really glossy and grippy. Smooth and doesn't attract lint. Looks great and doesn't detract from the sleekness of the xoom.
Its not on their site. I just walked into my local Verizon and asked to see all their xoom cases. Got sick of buying cases from the web to receive them and find that they suck.
Pics
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2058/5746540329_331a3e376d_m.jpg
http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5069/5746541639_86360b8bac_m.jpg
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looks realy nice! how much was it? I have the black silicon case from verizon and I dont really like it as much lol

It was more than I expected, 35 bucks with tax I think, but the fact is that it's really nice. Words to describe this case are: Rigid, smooth, grippy, classy.
those black silicon cases are no good. They are all floppy and collect lint. TPU cases are where it's at.
The guys working at the Verizon store I went too were pretty lame. I asked if they had xoom cases. One dude said no, then another guy said yes and sends mr. no over to this cabinet. They weren't on display at all. He opens the cabinet and I had to tell him which one was made for the xoom. He didn't even know what a xoom was. It was wierd. At any rate, they had a folding book style, then this TPU case.
Since I had no luck buying them from Amazon, even after reading good reviews I went on a mission to find one locally. This is the only case I'll ever need for this thing.
Here's a link to the high res image. Didn't realize I chose the small res from flickr.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/[email protected]/5746541639/
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looks realy nice! how much was it? I have the black silicon case from verizon and I dont really like it as much lol
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Oh wow thats quite a bit. I hear you on TPU being better. I have a case like the one you have for the xoom but its for my thunderbolt. I dont use the silicon xoom case as much now. I been using the folio case with the built in stand from verizon. Great combo with the xoom keyboard when you need a stand.
But I like your TPU case more lol. Good find!

They sell the same cases on amazon and Walmart for around fifteen (stupid xoom won't let me put numbers ...or backspace).

Stealyourface said:
They sell the same cases on amazon and Walmart for around fifteen (stupid xoom won't let me put numbers ...or backspace).
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Do you have a link?
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crisisinthecity said:
Do you have a link?
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Amazon:
Smoke Grey
Blue
Purple
Magenta
Clear
Overall (various prices and colors)
Walmart:
Smoke Grey
Hot Pink
Clear

Stealyourface said:
Amazon:
Smoke Grey
Blue
Purple
Magenta
Clear
Overall (various prices and colors)
Walmart:
Smoke Grey
Hot Pink
Clear
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I bought the amazon one. Not the same at all. Way thinner.
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crisisinthecity said:
I bought the amazon one. Not the same at all. Way thinner.
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That's not really descriptive. When you buy from amazon, it's not always amazon. There are tons of sellers and such. You could have bought it from a bad seller. Not all are the same. Like ebay.

Stealyourface said:
That's not really descriptive. When you buy from amazon, it's not always amazon. There are tons of sellers and such. You could have bought it from a bad seller. Not all are the same. Like ebay.
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I bought it from the same company in your amazon links. It's ok, but the one I got from Verizon is better. And they are definitely NOT the same thing like you mentioned above.
No. I don't work for Verizon. I sell licensed t shirts wholesale for a living.
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ebay TPU case I bought from a US seller for $7 fits like a glove. Same TPU case i have on my EVO.

Just got my case today and it's awesome. Just as good of a quality as a $25 or more case. Combined with my invisible shield, I'm good to go. Here's some pics of the front and back. My camera had a bit of trouble focusing on it. As I was trying to keep myself out of the pic.

crisisinthecity said:
It was more than I expected, 35 bucks with tax I think, but the fact is that it's really nice. Words to describe this case are: Rigid, smooth, grippy, classy.
those black silicon cases are no good. They are all floppy and collect lint. TPU cases are where it's at.
The guys working at the Verizon store I went too were pretty lame. I asked if they had xoom cases. One dude said no, then another guy said yes and sends mr. no over to this cabinet. They weren't on display at all. He opens the cabinet and I had to tell him which one was made for the xoom. He didn't even know what a xoom was. It was wierd. At any rate, they had a folding book style, then this TPU case.
Since I had no luck buying them from Amazon, even after reading good reviews I went on a mission to find one locally. This is the only case I'll ever need for this thing.
Here's a link to the high res image. Didn't realize I chose the small res from flickr.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/[email protected]/5746541639/
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Wow, I love the diamond TPU pattern, but $35? I can buy them wholesale for about $3.00. Nice markup verizon has

OneStepAhead said:
Wow, I love the diamond TPU pattern, but $35? I can buy them wholesale for about $3.00. Nice markup verizon has
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Can you hook me up for 6? Double your money.
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crisisinthecity said:
Can you hook me up for 6? Double your money.
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I second that

Check this deal out.

thats a great deal!

Korea brand Mercury tpu case with photo's and video

I ordered this mercury lime green case from ebay for USD 9.99, haven't received it yet, but should arrive may be monday or tuesday, whiles i'm waiting for that, i just picked up 6 tpu case from shenzhen today, just the same as the one i ordered from ebay, the store says it's real, but i wont comment on it, all i can say is the mercury brand is korean, but they are still made in china, and these that i got from china are identical, and of high quality, i've checked everyone of them.
Here are some photo of the actual item, i've taken photo of the yellow cases as it shows up better, all photo is with the GSM model, with extended battery and cover.
All covers are glittered
All for USD 2.60 each
Thanks to Evil Jimmy for this detailed video
I won't comment on the quality, these photo speaks for themselves.

that's SGP.
i rekcon it is the best on the market, with a reasonable price.

frank21cn said:
that's SGP.
i rekcon it is the best on the market, with a reasonable price.
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it's Mercury

Look good! Can you post the ebay link?

Link?
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You mentioned you bought one of these cases from ebay

Really want the yellow. can u post the link?
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http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Yellow-Hi...614923?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3cc023e24b
search his site for other colours.

Just received my Mercury lime green case at my office sent from a korean seller from Ebay, how can is say it, it's identical to the one's i got at China, shenzhen.
ebay USD 9.99
China USD 2.60

Anyone know if this will fit the CDMA version?
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if your are using the standard battery, it should be ok, the gsm version with the extended battery and cover is little thicker than the cdma version, so it should fit.
can't comment on cdma with extended battery.

Just to let you guys know, I have just received 3 of these cases, and will do a video review tomorrow evening, with both the standard gsm battery and extended!

looking forward to it

I have the black one, thank god for button cutouts! Makes this cheap tpu case a good option
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kms108 said:
Just received my Mercury lime green case at my office sent from a korean seller from Ebay, how can is say it, it's identical to the one's i got at China, shenzhen.
ebay USD 9.99
China USD 2.60
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Did you buy the ones from china online,if so link?
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rizzxx7 said:
Did you buy the ones from china online,if so link?
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Not online

Video Reviews!
Here's a video review of the white, black and yellow cases!

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Here's a video review of the white, black and yellow cases!
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Any difference between the standard and the extended battery in the amount the lip of the case protrudes over the screen?

no differences at all.
@evil jimmy, would you like me to link your video in the first post in this thread.

Hi
I may be taking orders for this case from 1/2/2012. The case will be charged USD 6 (USD 2.60 for item + the rest for shipping cost) if anyone is interested, this includes the item and registered post with tracking number.
I will be going to china shenzhen on the 6 or 7 of feb, so if anyone is interested please let me know, this is a one time deal only, and will not do a second time.
I'm sorry that payment must be made upfront and is non refundable unless the item is out of stock, increase in price alot or cancel before item is purchased, as i cannot afford to have evryone cancel their order once the item is purchased.
you can pm me upfront if interested, but payment will start on the 1st if all goes well.
I make nothing from this, just helping people out.

Leather case for galaxy S3

i ordered one of these , as keeping the case away from your skin by a few millimeters cuts down the emissions by heaps
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/D2-EASEC...Accessories&hash=item5ae746eee8#ht_3358wt_905

I didn't get my case, yet but I have search results based on Google.
http://www.amazon.com/iTALKonline-PREMIUM-LEATHER-Samsung-Galaxy/dp/B00817VYRW
https://www.proporta.com/product/samsung-galaxy-s3-leather-case-with-aluminium-lining
http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/sa...g-galaxy-s3-crumena-leather-pouch-series.html

They're expensive, but Vaja has one small leather case out already, and I'm sure they'll design more with the relative similarity between carrier devices, and the number of buyers across the world.
The first one they've come up with is $70, which sounds really high, but I can tell you from experience that these things are inSANEly well-made. They're probably hand-stitched by one 85 year-old lady in Venezuela, but their cases are awesome.

Cheaper one
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Leather-Poc...416229?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item257045db25
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/LEATHER-P...lePhonesCasesPouches&var=&hash=item27c70a1b4d

I can't post URLs yet, but I got a leather carrying case on Amazon for about $6.

I got this one. I love it because vertical position is a must and also the clip can rotate. It does leave some black marks on the back of the phone but nothing is perfect

The $5 & $10 cases on ebay /amazon are not real leather.
I am also interested in some real leather options. A search showed "hoco" as an option, they look pretty slim too.
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firetruck41 said:
The $5 & $10 cases on ebay /amazon are not real leather.
I am also interested in some real leather options. A search showed "hoco" as an option, they look pretty slim too.
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ordered one of these.
havent received it though.

tradesteady said:
Over $44 on a case seems a little bit high in cost,anyway, how about the performance ?
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I've had an Easecase (a different model from the one the OP ordered - I think mine is a B1) for my HD2, S2 and now S3. They're really well made, fit perfectly and you get a choice of leather, lining colour, closure system etc, I do look at other ones available but in the end I always end up getting their stuff
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cybersax6540 said:
They're expensive, but Vaja has one small leather case out already, and I'm sure they'll design more with the relative similarity between carrier devices, and the number of buyers across the world.
The first one they've come up with is $70, which sounds really high, but I can tell you from experience that these things are inSANEly well-made. They're probably hand-stitched by one 85 year-old lady in Venezuela, but their cases are awesome.
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Seconded! I don't have one for my S3 (yet), but I've been considering the Grip or the Pouch they have on their site.
I've bought their cases for past phones and not only do they look great, but they're very durable. The price-point is a little painful, but well-worth it in my book.

Might as well ask this here. But do any of you guys (yea guys on this one) carry around a wallet case? I was gonna get a SGP Valentinus black for my SGS3 but I got to thinking, maybe it seems a little feminine. I wanted one cuz it would mean for me to not carry a wallet around. I wanted either the Valentinus or the Argos. What you guys think
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Might as well ask this here. But do any of you guys (yea guys on this one) carry around a wallet case? I was gonna get a SGP Valentinus black for my SGS3 but I got to thinking, maybe it seems a little feminine. I wanted one cuz it would mean for me to not carry a wallet around. I wanted either the Valentinus or the Argos. What you guys think
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You can use Capdase leather case. Maybe some of them got wallet design. But recently, they use a frame to hold the phone and neglect those wallet layer. Sigh........

is it genuine ?
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i ordered one of these , as keeping the case away from your skin by a few millimeters cuts down the emissions by heaps
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/D2-EASEC...Accessories&hash=item5ae746eee8#ht_3358wt_905
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i bought onje from local vendor here..bt i dont think its genuine...dont knw wat to do now !

Official Bumper

So what do you guys think? Has anyone seen one yet? I know its a bit pricey, but i really liked the bumper on the N4 and think google/lg nailed it. I am considering buying this one, but the black is not available. Does anyone know if it just sold out really quickly or if only the gray was available at launch?
https://play.google.com/store/devices/details?id=nexus_5_bumper_case_black&hl=en

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So what do you guys think? Has anyone seen one yet? I know its a bit pricey, but i really liked the bumper on the N4 and think google/lg nailed it. I am considering buying this one, but the black is not available. Does anyone know if it just sold out really quickly or if only the gray was available at launch?
https://play.google.com/store/devices/details?id=nexus_5_bumper_case_black&hl=en
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why are the called bumpers when it fully covers the whole backing? i dont' need the back covered, just the sides!:crying:

cobyman7035 said:
why are the called bumpers when it fully covers the whole backing? i dont' need the back covered, just the sides!:crying:
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yeah i thought that was strange too, as the n4 bumper was actually a bumper and this is clearly a full case.

I think they are over priced personally.
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Shows £24.99 and "coming soon" in the UK. FFS Google why can't you get the accessories to us in good time. The UK didn't even get the wireless charge dock in the end.
Can someone confirm this is actually available to buy in the US?

I wasnt a huge fan of the oem bumper for the n4, only due to the fact that it left part of the metal ring visible on the top and bottom of the front of the phone. It didn't quite look like it fit correctly.
I did however love the poetic bumper, it fit perfectly, it was a bit thinner, and matched the phone almost as if there was no case at all.
Amazon already has the poetic up for pre order and shipping date of November 19 I believe. I've got one on order, and will post pictures when it arrives.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00FN...tic nexus 5&qid=1383249675&ref_=sr_1_1&sr=8-1
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I really like the look of the official cases especially with the nexus logo intact. I'm part of the minority and like the thinnest case possible like the rearth slim or spigen ultra fit. This official case looks like a nice compromise between the "super thin barely any protection" cases and the thicker "add too much bulk more protective" cases. Definitely pricey though.
I've had the spigen neo and was very disappointed. El cheapo imo. Rearth Ringke has been my favorite cases so far
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tigercranestyle said:
reside in texas and was able to purchase within one minute of purchasing my n5. both phone and case within 13 mins after going on sale.
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yeah i was able to get the gray one too, but i didnt like the color and wanted the black one. I havent seen anyone say they were able to grab a black one yet

$2.99 bumper for your Nexus 5:
http://www.amazon.com/i-Blason-Goog...qid=1383319857&sr=8-2&keywords=nexus+5+bumper
Just pretend not to look at the $4.98 shipping

txsizzler said:
$2.99 bumper for your Nexus 5:
http://www.amazon.com/i-Blason-Goog...qid=1383319857&sr=8-2&keywords=nexus+5+bumper
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No way I would buy that.
The image for the black bumper uses a GNex and does not really show anything about the bumper.
The image for the white bumper uses a Nexus 5 render without the bumper on it.
The description says it is for all carriers, including Verizon, on which the N5 does not work.

It would have been great to get an actual bumper case like the Nexus 4 had but I think I'll still get the official "bumper" for the Nexus 5. I'm a sucker for OEM fit and finish as well as I like how it still displays the NEXUS logo on the back.
The price is ridiculous though. I hope the carriers offer it in store when they launch the phone so I don't have to get ripped off with shipping as well.

txsizzler said:
$2.99 bumper for your Nexus 5:
http://www.amazon.com/i-Blason-Goog...qid=1383319857&sr=8-2&keywords=nexus+5+bumper
Just pretend not to look at the $4.98 shipping
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obviously i can go buy a knock off - in fact i have a third party already on the way (rearth), but i am interested in the OEM.

tigercranestyle said:
reside in texas and was able to purchase within one minute of purchasing my n5. both phone and case within 13 mins after going on sale.
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$50 for a case. COMPLETELY RIP OFF !

Is the bumper available in the US still says coming soon here in UK

iwantanandroid said:
Is the bumper available in the US still says coming soon here in UK
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Coming soon in U.S. still

cobyman7035 said:
why are the called bumpers when it fully covers the whole backing? i dont' need the back covered, just the sides!:crying:
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I think it's difficult to make a true bumper for the Nexus 5 because the back is curved. Nexus 4, iPhone... Those are phones with flat backs. Regardless, I think the case looks nice, but is a bit pricy.
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the official "bumper" case is expensive. but i'm guessing the "nexus" branding is what makes it worth it to a lot of people.
if you cover up your phone with any other case it just looks like any other phone and not like a beastly nexus. but now your vanity can be satisfied with a case that clearly states for all to see... NEXUS.

txsizzler said:
$2.99 bumper for your Nexus 5:
http://www.amazon.com/i-Blason-Goog...qid=1383319857&sr=8-2&keywords=nexus+5+bumper
Just pretend not to look at the $4.98 shipping
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wished google made official one like that but in RED!

The official bumper looks quite appealing, and it looks like it extends past the camera. My only concern is the buttons. In-house cases that the phone company comes out with are notorious for having hard button covers. Guess we'll just wait for video reviews on that.
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