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[REVIEW] Ballistic SG Case (UPDATE)

UPDATE:
I have seen a lot of questions about people seeing this case with out the lip portion which is on the top right of the screen. I just found this case on ebay which is half the price and does not have the lip.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-Xshie...648123?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item2a176d08fb
Here is a White version I also found which looks nice.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Gal...707913?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3a6e3eba89
Ballistic SG Case for T-Mobile
I just saw it on eBay and it looks like a great case for protection.
Here is the company's site with the standard S2. They haven't added our phones yet to their site.
http://www.goballisticcase.com/products/samsung-galaxy-s2-ballistic-shell-gel-sg-series-case
Just recieved it today. I like the way it looks but it has a couple of drawbacks.
Pros:
1) Pushing the volume or power button is the best I have seen yet for the T-Mobile GS2 cases. Very fluid just like there isnt a case and the buttons make the natural noise that they make just like not using a case.
2) Seems to be the best protection I have seen for the GS2. I think it will handle a drop very easily.
3) I dont have a screen protector but the way this is designed I dont see how this case would cause any issues like the D30 cases do due to a tight fit. Its somewhat loose and should not cause the corners of a screen protector to lift up.
4) Has a great feel to it and adds some weight to the phone.
5) Protects the back camera perfectly.
6) It does add some thickness to the phone but this is because the phone is extra protected. I would say it is about 1.5x to 1.75x as thick as the phone without a case on it.
Cons:
1) The first layer is rubber and due to this fact it has a few issues.
2) Collects lint easily from your pocket.
3) Can be difficult at times to put in and out of your pocket due to the rubber.
By far though this is the best case I have had for a phone. I own a couple of TPU cases for the T-Mobile GS2 and a D30. It makes the D30 look like junk even though the D30 is a great basic case.It has some drawbacks but the pros outweigh the cons. I definitively recommend this case to anyone that wants the ultimate protection for their phone and doesnt mind cleaning the lint off everyonce in a while. If you like my review please give me a thanks.

just saw one too. didnt kno that they started to make them yet. their a little bulky for my line of work. and since im a student im not really in the situations where is need THAT Much protection....but do a review if you get one.

I ordered one. As soon as it comes in I will post pics.
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Monk4Life said:
I ordered one. As soon as it comes in I will post pics.
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Thanks bro

Monk4Life said:
Has anyone bought one of these?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/T-Mobile-Sa...ccessories&hash=item415ec6bf76#ht_2846wt_1396
I just saw it on eBay and it looks like a great case for protection but the price seems a little high.
Here is the company's site with the standard S2. They haven't added our phones yet to their site.
http://www.goballisticcase.com/products/samsung-galaxy-s2-ballistic-shell-gel-sg-series-case
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Have you received it yet? I like the look of this case & have been checking this thread for a review....

rpolito73 said:
Have you received it yet? I like the look of this case & have been checking this thread for a review....
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No. I received a message stating that it will ship tomorrow. I guess it wasn't even available until the 4th.
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Monk4Life said:
No. I received a message stating that it will ship tomorrow. I guess it wasn't even available until the 4th.
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I ordered one last night. The guy accepted my offer of $25.00 w free shipping. Should be here Monday....

rpolito73 said:
I ordered one last night. The guy accepted my offer of $25.00 w free shipping. Should be here Monday....
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Let me know when you receive shipping confirmation. Still waiting on mine.
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He just messaged me that he sending it now priority mail.
Here is the link
http://www.ebay.com/itm/160675376613?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
It lists for $27.99 w free shipping but you can also make offer. He accepted my $25...

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Ok my tracking info shows it will be here monday. I will post pics and a review on my thread once I get it.

Got mine. I love it! It does add xtra bulk. Forgot cam at office. Will post pics tomorrow.
Highly recommended. Fits perfect. Buttons easy to push. 2 pieces, inside rubber and outside hard plastic. Hasn't bubbled up my zagg yet. All holes line up as they should. Looks super cool. A++++++. Can't beat it for $25 including shipping. http://www.ebay.com/itm/160675376613?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649

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Got mine. I love it! It does add xtra bulk. Forgot cam at office. Will post pics tomorrow.
Highly recommended. Fits perfect. Buttons easy to push. 2 pieces, inside rubber and outside hard plastic. Hasn't bubbled up my zagg yet. All holes line up as they should. Looks super cool. A++++++. Can't beat it for $25 including shipping. http://www.ebay.com/itm/160675376613?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
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Does it add alot of thickness to it
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mikeb85 said:
Does it add alot of thickness to it
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I have to say yes... I'll take measurement tmrw but the corners are thicker than all of it. Its still not bad. Fits in my pocket n like how it feels in my hand ... I like the texture of back compared to the d3o.
To be fair, the rubber corners will pick up lint just like vibrant otter box. This thing is maximum protection...
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mikeb85 said:
Does it add alot of thickness to it
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i agree, i like the idea of the full protection but this case makes to phone wayyy to bulky, i feel like im carrying around one of those old ass phones that looked like bricks. haha

hmata01 said:
i agree, i like the idea of the full protection but this case makes to phone wayyy to bulky, i feel like im carrying around one of those all ass phone that locked like bricks. haha
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Case looks pretty bad ass but I think it would be too big and like u said more like a brick thanks for the review op. Appreciate itit
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Thanks, got one on order. This will be my 4th and hopefully final case for this phone, I am a fan of otterbox so I think I will like it. I started with the black bodyglove from tmobile, not a bad case but a pain in the ass to take of so I got one of the clear TPU cases from ebay and its a great case. And then the D30 came out so I exchanged the bodyglove for it, had to take it back because it fit like crap, the next one fit 95% better but is still uneven around the edges and for a $25.00 piece of rubber it should be perfect like the $7.00 one from ebay.

The first D30 that I got was from T-Mobile. That one fit perfectly, just didn't like the way how the button press felt. So then I also got a TPU case from eBay. Next thing T-Mobile gave out the cases so I picked it up, returned the original one I bought at T-Mobile store, but then the one I got from T-Mobile online, it fit 95% and was bubbling up my Realook. I was hoping for a Seidio case to come first but since I've heard good things about Ballistic case, I gave it a shot. Waiting for it to come in the mail now.

Kid Poker said:
The first D30 that I got was from T-Mobile. That one fit perfectly, just didn't like the way how the button press felt. So then I also got a TPU case from eBay. Next thing T-Mobile gave out the cases so I picked it up, returned the original one I bought at T-Mobile store, but then the one I got from T-Mobile online, it fit 95% and was bubbling up my Realook. I was hoping for a Seidio case to come first but since I've heard good things about Ballistic case, I gave it a shot. Waiting for it to come in the mail now.
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Oh yeah, that was the other thing, the buttons. Volume not too bad, power button was a PITA on the D30.

Got the case today and its awesome.

Video Review: Case-Mate Tough Case

Hey guys,
I usually post on the Int. Galaxy S II and Nexus S forums but my roommate recently picked up the Epic Touch 4G so I'm going to start with some coverage on cases for the device. The folks over at Case-Mate sent me out their Tough case for review, and I will be bringing more reviews of their cases in the coming weeks.
The Tough case is a dual layered case that offers good protection and style, although is it a little thick. You can find the full video below:

I would love to see a review of the barely there brushed aluminum case that casemate is making for the phone.
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I will be getting one then!

I have the case mate tough case, its very nice, not incredibly easy to get on and off, but nice. I came from the otterbox commuter on my evo, but am very pleased with the protection the tough case offers. Best out there I think
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sleshepic said:
I have the case mate tough case, its very nice, not incredibly easy to get on and off, but nice. I came from the otterbox commuter on my evo, but am very pleased with the protection the tough case offers. Best out there I think
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I agree! Taking it off is easy for me, however putting it back on can sometimes be a pain.

For those who may want to purchase one, I've found a deal on it - only 25$ at Accessorygeeks:
http://www.accessorygeeks.com/case-...AMSUNG&utm_campaign=CASE&utm_content=CM017002

Don't bother. I placed an order a couple days ago and it was taking my item forever to ship. I called them and they told me the item was on backorder and they won't be receiving stock till 11/30. They didn't even bother to notify me that they were out of stock so i won't be doing business with them anymore.

Really? That kind of blows...I was hoping they'd be a good company.
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I ordered mine from accessoriegeek for $22 and got it in 5 days. No problems at all.

thecrazy88 said:
I ordered mine from accessoriegeek for $22 and got it in 5 days. No problems at all.
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I can confirm the item is backordered, they are now saying 11/22, so I am cancelling my order.

I can confirm that too..a viewer told me the same thing.
On the other hand, I've got some more reviews coming so stay tuned for that

Ordered mine today.. had a Tough on my HTC Inspire and loved it.
Amazon has it for 28$ right now

jayace89 said:
I would love to see a review of the barely there brushed aluminum case that casemate is making for the phone.
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Same here.
Real curious to see how much thicker it makes the phone.
like a side by side height difference

bobturismo said:
Same here.
Real curious to see how much thicker it makes the phone.
like a side by side height difference
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I have posted some comparison shots in this review thread.
To be honest though, I didn't like the Brushed Aluminium all that much.. ended up giving it to a co-worker and ordering another TPU Matte Back Black.

Got my tough case today for Christmas. Must say that I love it. The tpu I had wasn't bad but the added protection and grip of this case is much better! Comparable to an otterbox commuter series. Not super bulky like the defender series.
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Cruzerlite Androidified TPU case review

Hey guys,
So i finally got this case in my hands and man its pretty cool! the android def gives a sick new look and its a high quality case. on quality it reminds me of the diztronic... The case feels good and its price cant be beat
A different take on a tpu..something needed on the market
enjoy
http://youtu.be/evu8Fw_3JRc

I ordered the white and it got dirty within a week and the material it was made of just couldn't be cleaned. I carried it mostly in my jean pocket and occasionally in my purse/bag (always clean, no spilled makeup or the like). The rubber area wasn't as dirty but kept the jean indigo ruboff while the matte area just got yellowish/brown dirty. I received an email from the company asking for feedback and I let them know and asked them how I can clean it. They didn't have any suggestions and instead offered to send me another, to which I replied gratefully and asked for the teal color instead of the white.
It comes today and I'll take a couple pics if you want. Awesome retailer (through Amazon).
Other than that, awesome case. The charger went in a little crooked but straightened out after a while. There are holes for a lanyard strap or charm which I got used to on my old HTC and the GNex lacks. The side ridges make it super grippy and the big Android on the back prevents [most] people from saying "OMG IZ THAT TEH NEW IPHONE"
The best part is taking it off and remembering how thin the Nexus is ^_^

Hahaha ur last sentence is so true!! Everytime I take off my cases it makes the phone look so slim
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japaneezy said:
There are holes for a lanyard strap or charm which I got used to on my old HTC and the GNex lacks.
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Oh, nice! I have a new phone strap and wanted to use it but was slightly bummed that the Gnex doesn't have a hole for one. The android design on the back is also very cute.
Thanks for talking about the white version. I'm a fan of white cases but worried about the discoloration on this one. I mostly carry my phone in my purse with usually no makeup in it.

I hope you guys aren't trying to say that this case adds a lot of bulk to the phone...

kl323 said:
I hope you guys aren't trying to say that this case adds a lot of bulk to the phone...
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exactly..the last thing this case does is add bulk

Here's a tip for anyone ordering the case from anywhere that requires intenational shipping.
If you pay via Google payments then the order will be complete with you just paying for the case thus will save you on paying the international shipping charge - At least it worked for me.
Enjoy.

ronak47 said:
Here's a tip for anyone ordering the case from anywhere that requires intenational shipping.
If you pay via Google payments then the order will be complete with you just paying for the case thus will save you on paying the international shipping charge - At least it worked for me.
Enjoy.
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Thats an awesome tip!!! thanks!

ronak47 said:
Here's a tip for anyone ordering the case from anywhere that requires intenational shipping.
If you pay via Google payments then the order will be complete with you just paying for the case thus will save you on paying the international shipping charge - At least it worked for me.
Enjoy.
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Second tip
Also it can be bought on amazon.co.uk if you want it faster.

Droidguy987 said:
Second tip
Also it can be bought on amazon.co.uk if you want it faster.
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I saw that too..kinda weird isnt it??

Have been using the teal and its really nice. The charger port hole still isn't perfect but I am just careful with it. Looked on ebay last night and there's a ****load of new options including some cool looking metal-ey ones. Before there were just the same ones from the larger retailers around $20.
Ill be picking up another cruzerlite soon, they are still the only one I found with the lanyard holes lol
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I bought the smoke color and I have to say it looks and fits awesome. I have a custom battery cover and it can be seen through it which really makes it that much nicer. Extremely snug. Can't recommend this one more!
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jaydubbs said:
I bought the smoke color and I have to say it looks and fits awesome. I have a custom battery cover and it can be seen through it which really makes it that much nicer. Extremely snug. Can't recommend this one more!
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I want to try the smoke color only have the green one
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rault18 said:
I want to try the smoke color only have the green one
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Looks like they're available on Amazon (US)
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jaydubbs said:
Looks like they're available on Amazon (US)
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Will grab me like five lol!
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Casemate barely There Brushed aluminum REVIEW

Yep,
Got this puppy, and god it looks sexy! that brushed aluminum gives a total different look to the phone. This is the color the phone shouldve been in the first place
only downside is the price..at 40bucks..its kinda expensive and its not super protective so ull feel like maybe its too much money for it.
Anyways, here it is!
http://youtu.be/kXkqFgsX5as

That's 30 dollars too much of the Maximum I'd pay for a non-otterbox.

$27 on eBay with free shipping. Not bad, I've been looking at some aluminum back covers for mine since I spend a lot of time in the woods and on rocks.

Bowsa2511 said:
That's 30 dollars too much of the Maximum I'd pay for a non-otterbox.
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I've seen some deals on Amazon and ebay
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Got this one yesterday when I picked up my phone at the sprint store.
yeh its very pricy..
but it looks factory..
but I am second guessing myself for buying it. protection seems quite light.

This case has been proven to diminish data/gps signal on some other phones.
Could you do some back-to-back testing on the SIII to see if it has the same problem?
Put the phone on a table with the case on and run a speedtest.net test.
Then remove the case and put the phone back to the *exact same spot* on the table and run the test again.
See if the tests download data faster without the case on.

CVSiN said:
Got this one yesterday when I picked up my phone at the sprint store.
yeh its very pricy..
but it looks factory..
but I am second guessing myself for buying it. protection seems quite light.
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I agree 100 percent with u

If you guys like this case, I found a similar one on Amazon. Looks pretty much identical. Here's the link. When I got it, it was $10 plus free prime shipping, but now they have it listed with $4.99 shipping. Still looks really good though and it comes with a screen protector. I preordered my Galaxy S3 from Verizon, so I don't know how the fit is yet. But I'll let you know once the phone comes in.
http://www.amazon.com/Premium-Samsung-Galaxy-Screen-Protector/dp/B0088A3PAG/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1341269200&sr=8-8&keywords=samsung+galaxy+s3+case

That looks pretty Damn good!
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O! Might have to pick up that Amazon one.

Too much $$ for too little protection.

ryumo said:
Too much $$ for too little protection.
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Agreed. I would expect more protection for that kind of money
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I have this case and it provides a lot more protection than its being given credit for. My wife dropped my phone from about a 3 foot height directly onto concrete. The phone suffered no damage. I have 3 scuff marks on the front of the case and 2 on the back where the phone fell and took the impact (it fell, bounced, flipped, and landed on the opposite side)......again, zero damage to the phone, only to the case.
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I paid 30 for mine at an at&t dealer store.
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nattygirl said:
If you guys like this case, I found a similar one on Amazon. Looks pretty much identical. Here's the link. When I got it, it was $10 plus free prime shipping, but now they have it listed with $4.99 shipping. Still looks really good though and it comes with a screen protector. I preordered my Galaxy S3 from Verizon, so I don't know how the fit is yet. But I'll let you know once the phone comes in.
http://www.amazon.com/Premium-Samsu...269200&sr=8-8&keywords=samsung+galaxy+s3+case
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Hey for what it's worth I bought this case and replaced with a "rock" case. Downsides were that it is too slippery, degraded my signal, and was slightly too bulky to where the power and volume buttons were difficult to press because the lip over the front were too thick.
As for signal degradation I only say this anecdotally. In my basement I get 1-2 bars with the rock case. With the aluminum backed case I would get 0-1 bars and most text messages would fail to send.
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While I appreciate the OP's reviews, they really need to invest in some better lighting...

Looks like someone put the body of a 89 Cadillac on a brand new Ferrari.

Body Glove "Defender-like" case!!!

So I'm browsing through the electronics section at Wal-Mart looking for a wireless mouse and I happen to stumble upon a new case for our phone. At first I'm thinking, "Oh, so now we have an Otterbox Defender!" Then I look at the box and it's a Body Glove!
I looked online for this case, but cannot even find it on the Body Glove website. I took a few pictures of it. It looks pretty good. It's a little bulky, but not too much. Very sturdy. The case is three parts - two for the inner hard plastic and one for the outer rubber-like shell. It's much easier to install than the Otterbox cases, but really feels just as protective - for less as well (paid less than $40). I said "Defender-like", so yes it comes with a holster - and it's almost identical to the Defender holsters.
Have any of you guys seen this case in any local stores? It feels like a pretty good one.

I haven't seen one in stores yet...because i have not been looking for one. I will see if i can find it...

What's the product number and can you post pictures of box it came in
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dachinaman said:
What's the product number and can you post pictures of box it came in
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I'm using the D30 Impact case and in my opinion it's the best case out....It has saved my phone MANY times..!!
Good Luck and if you have any questions please get in touch!!

Same here! Had it ever since I got this phone
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That's cool...
OK, here are photos of the case this thread is talking about. Not much info on the case itself, and I threw the box away pretty quickly.
I took pictures of the box in the store. Its like $38. They show up fine in my gallery, so not sure why tapatalk is turning them sideways.
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Apparently this is very new. Military tested specs, and it feels and looks much better than the Otterbox. I'm using a Thunderbolt for work with the Otterbox Defender. They look similar from a distance, but the look and feel in your hands is not even close. They also had one for the GS3. After several days of use, this has to be the best looking, best feeling, sleekest (relatively speaking, of course) heavy duty shock resistant case I've owned (and I've owned quite a few over the years).
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Got this today and just luving it. Had the Body Glove Diamond white case before and it was a good quality but the Tough Suit case is perfect. Not too thick, built like a tank, this is the new batmobile from Christian Bale's Batman Trilogy if the other thin and slick cases are the stealthy slick batmobiles from the past xD

How are the buttons? Are they nice and tactile or stiff and mushy? That's what's bugging me about the D30 Impact case. The buttons are way too stiff and mushy (and before someone says I should hit the gym, I'm no chump. I can press them just fine, it's just annoying).

Just ordered one of these http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-OEM-Whi...727&pid=100015&prg=1006&rk=1&sd=290717667572& I think I'll review it once I get it.

NhCarDealer said:
I'm using the D30 Impact case and in my opinion it's the best case out....It has saved my phone MANY times..!!
Good Luck and if you have any questions please get in touch!!
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I'm using this case as well and it fits perfectly and adds the exact amount of weight and size to it. Only thing was I got ripped off haha I think I paid 20 something for it and saw it on amazon for less than half of that. But I needed a case asap.

damon7620 said:
Just ordered one of these http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-OEM-Whi...727&pid=100015&prg=1006&rk=1&sd=290717667572& I think I'll review it once I get it.
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My co-worker has one of these on his black T989, he's happy with it, however I don't believe he's ever really dropped it so no drop-test experience with it. Oh, and those cases were also being sold at the T-Mobile store, for $29.95 label, no discount for clearing stock.

Cynagen said:
My co-worker has one of these on his black T989, he's happy with it, however I don't believe he's ever really dropped it so no drop-test experience with it. Oh, and those cases were also being sold at the T-Mobile store, for $29.95 label, no discount for clearing stock.
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they look pretty beefy compared to mine and when i dropped mine it was fine the only thing that looks off in the pictures is that it doesnt look completely snug.

WangLung said:
they look pretty beefy compared to mine and when i dropped mine it was fine the only thing that looks off in the pictures is that it doesnt look completely snug.
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That's because the t989 shown in the case is cardboard

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That's because the t989 shown in the case is cardboard
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say whaaaaat?! hahaha! I didnt even notice :silly:

Got my Body Glove Diamond case a week ago and reviewed it http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2004609

I also bought the black body glove case at Walmart and after 24 hours I'm loving it. The only gripe I had was the built in screen protector. I have zagg so I took a razor knife and cut it out. Couldn't ask for a better case.

I want one of these cases, but I can't find it anywhere.

Love my seidio active case and holster. Better than my old phones otterbox!
Just saying!