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Hello everyone! I am going to present you my new case.
In the 20th of March I ordered the genuine Orzly hybrid fusion bumper case with the clear rear panel.
The case arrived at my home (I live in Greece, the case came from the UK) at the 24th of the same month while the delivery was estimated between 26/3/2014 and 1/4/2014. So it arrived two days earlier. Excellent service!
The cost was 8.5 euros.
The package was a big folder with bubbles and it was inside a transparent bag with the Orzly logo.
The case had a protector on its back to prevent from scratches, though I had to remove it because it was full of bubbles, so I couldn’t keep it as it was.
Some small defects were on the rear panel, so I tried to remove them with a dry towel. The result was having some very slight rows (like scratches but really small and in hand you can’t feel them).
Then I washed the case with hot water and soap but nothing happened.
I was a bit disappointed but they are hardly seen so I overpassed it.
It is small and does not fatten the phone.
In the hand the feeling is very nice as the black part is smooth and a bit soft. In the touch it is like the original back cover of our Moto G.
The rear panel does not keep many signs of my hand and it is pretty nice. Especially for anyone who have bought a colorful back cover it will be awesome!
The keys are covered by the case but it is very easy to push them. Of course the ports are not covered.
Overall I am satisfied with this case. Far better in look and in touch from others I' ve tried.
Hope I helped with this thread.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/36082774437...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
Is this available in amazon USA?
I've been search for it, but no luck
GoPogoOreo! said:
Is this available in amazon USA?
I've been search for it, but no luck
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It is available at the UK Amazon http://www.amazon.co.uk/Orzly®-BLAC...UTF8&colid=3GWFOXL9HKWP&coliid=I2TEVII9DLUBKM
Also there is another similar case http://www.amazon.co.uk/FoneM8®-Mo...=UTF8&colid=3GWFOXL9HKWP&coliid=IY4GVVOGJ1B9I
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Thanks guys.Very nice.
I bought the FoneM8 one and actually it is the Orlzy, but cheaper.
Came in the Orzly package and everything, the just don't want to say in the internet that they are selling the Orzly cover cheaper than Orzly itself
rmrbpt said:
I bought the FoneM8 one and actually it is the Orlzy, but cheaper.
Came in the Orzly package and everything, the just don't want to say in the internet that they are selling the Orzly cover cheaper than Orzly itself
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i have that case and i don't like it.
first of all it cames to me scratcht but it not happen to everyone.
The problem is that in my opinion now the phone are too big and it is hard to press the sides bottons.
hi guys, title says it all really, got the fire phone on the way, any case recommendations..
you can grab a shockproof case for £4 off the bay, any good do you think, what about an amzer case, are they good cases,
cheers guys
russy23 said:
hi guys, title says it all really, got the fire phone on the way, any case recommendations..
you can grab a shockproof case for £4 off the bay, any good do you think, what about an amzer case, are they good cases,
cheers guys
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I picked up the Spigen case from Amazon. It's built well and fitment is great. It came with the screen protector. Like many others report, it has a lot of issues. Their customer service is a joke regarding the known issue as they request photos and vidoes. Really? All they had to do was read the Amazon reviews to see the first run was faulty.
Either way, the case is solid. Just don't get their screen protectors.
i ended up getting a tpu case for £1.90, its pretty darn good, also a tempered glass screen protector ive put on, im pretty confident its well protected now..
russy23 said:
i ended up getting a tpu case for £1.90, its pretty darn good, also a tempered glass screen protector ive put on, im pretty confident its well protected now..
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I bought this case it fits great all buttons are easy to use with it on. The only issue one might have is the cut out on the bottom for the USB port may not be big enough for some third party USB cord ends.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Hybrid-Rugged-Rubber-Hard-Case-LCD-Screen-Guard-for-Amazon-Fire-Phone-Gray-/221617132563?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3399691413
I splurged and got the leather case for the Fire Phone. $16 is pricey but it's the only phone case that has impressed me.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HWHPOE6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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I splurged and got the leather case for the Fire Phone. $16 is pricey but it's the only phone case that has impressed me.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HWHPOE6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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You can't get any better than this.
http://www.att.com/global-search/search.jsp?App_ID=HOME&autoSuggest=FALSE&tabPressed=FALSE&q=fire%20phone#!/All/
ATT is having a "FIRE" sale on Amazon Fire Phone accessories.
10 bucks for the 100 dollar battery case by incipio. Check it out.:laugh:
Thanks for the heads up. I snatched one of these. And the screen protector thing.
therinwhitten said:
You can't get any better than this.
http://www.att.com/global-search/search.jsp?App_ID=HOME&autoSuggest=FALSE&tabPressed=FALSE&q=fire%20phone#!/All/
ATT is having a "FIRE" sale on Amazon Fire Phone accessories.
10 bucks for the 100 dollar battery case by incipio. Check it out.:laugh:
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Thanks for this heads up! I picked up this battery case for $10 and the folio case for $10. Getting my phone tomorrow!!
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00NIRGS44/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1437426655&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SY200_QL40&keywords=fire+phone+case+with+tempered+glass&dpPl=1&dpID=61gWcgPMGhL&ref=plSrch
You've probably come across this. Its a little bulkier than I hoped but its growing on me. I love the tempered glass but wish I hadn't been so eager to stick it on--no bubbles, just the tiniest piece of lint inside. Its hardly noticeable, and undetectable unless the screen is lighter background, but those things bother me. Next time I'll use latex gloves to apply it.
I like the glass back to but not crazy about the amazon logo being in full view. What do people think about a nice android logo or cyanogenmod decal?
Also...the headphone cut out doesn't leave room for larger audio jacks. It doesn't affect me but Some peoples car jacks won't connect.
Overall excellent buy for the money.
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00NIRGS44/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1437426655&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SY200_QL40&keywords=fire+phone+case+with+tempered+glass&dpPl=1&dpID=61gWcgPMGhL&ref=plSrch
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Thanks for the tip. For $9, it's like buying the tempered glass and getting the case for free. Definitely worth a try with no real downside if it turns out to be too bulky.
Plonko said:
Thanks for the tip. For $9, it's like buying the tempered glass and getting the case for free. Definitely worth a try with no real downside if it turns out to be too bulky.
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It was a great deal. To be honest, only reason its bulkier than I thought was because one of the reviews said it was "less bulky than expected..." But the pic in the ad doesn't really mislead. It'll probably be the same size as you imagine--about a half inch thick.
And take my advice applying the glass. Its super easy but read it through first and keep it as clean as possible.
$2.95 case
Minisuit TPU Case, $2.95. Free Shipping. I had to pay tax in CA.
http://www.rakuten.com/prod/frost-tpu-case-for-amazon-fire-phone-black/269166762.html?sku=269166762
Quick shipping - 1st Class Mail from NY. Fits fine and protects the phone.
davekaye said:
Minisuit TPU Case, $2.95. Free Shipping. I had to pay tax in CA.
http://www.rakuten.com/prod/frost-tpu-case-for-amazon-fire-phone-black/269166762.html?sku=269166762
Quick shipping - 1st Class Mail from NY. Fits fine and protects the phone.
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Thanks for posting this. Is the back of this case glossy like the sides/edges, or is frosted/dull? It looks frosted from the photos, but I'm not a 100% sure. I'm looking for a similar case that's glossy all over.
Minisuit case
HKSpeed said:
Thanks for posting this. Is the back of this case glossy like the sides/edges, or is frosted/dull? It looks frosted from the photos, but I'm not a 100% sure. I'm looking for a similar case that's glossy all over.
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Back is frosted/dull. Sides are glossy. Nice fit though.
AT&T store case sale
Local AT&T stores seem to be having a fire sale on Fire Phone cases. I picked up a nice Speck case, retail $35 for $5. They had several other cases there too. This has also been mentioned on Slickdeals re the eBay Fire Phone/Amazon Prime deal (the price of the eBay deal seems to change from $139 to $189 depending on the sellers mood).
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Local AT&T stores seem to be having a fire sale on Fire Phone cases. I picked up a nice Speck case, retail $35 for $5. They had several other cases there too. This has also been mentioned on Slickdeals re the eBay Fire Phone/Amazon Prime deal (the price of the eBay deal seems to change from $139 to $189 depending on the sellers mood).
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What colors did you see at the AT&T store? Their website has the black and pink colors.
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HKSpeed said:
What colors did you see at the AT&T store? Their website has the black and pink colors.
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I got a white case from Speck with the CandyShell design.
http://www.speckproducts.com/amazon.html
They had the Blue and the Pink. They also had a leather case that said 50% off of $35, but when they rung it up it was $5. Leather was nice and small but offered little protection...no raised lip around the display.
There might have been some others...don't remember them all. They were on a clearance rack.
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Local AT&T stores seem to be having a fire sale on Fire Phone cases. I picked up a nice Speck case, retail $35 for $5. They had several other cases there too.
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I found the Incipio extended battery case at my local ATT store marked down from 90 to 10. You pretty much just have to go ask and someone will go dig around in the back and find what they have. I also picked up a regular incipio case with the aluminum back, but is kind of warped already and doesn't stay on that well. For 5 bucks, it's not even worth taking back to exchange!
I just bought the Amazon Polyurethane Case for Fire Phone, Blue when I purchased the phone they had them for $10. It works great, doesn't get in the way of the buttons/ports while still protecting the corners, and has a nice texture that isn't too slick but cleans up well. It barely adds anything to the phones dimensions as well.
I bought the Incipio Dual Shine case from an AT&T store for $10 and it has been pretty good. A little heavy, but the brushed metal back looks slick. I've dropped it a few times and it has held up.
I have recently purchased a ultimate shield glass screen protector that is case friendly from eBay for £10.99
The first 1 I was sent fitted perfect but would not stick to my phone so the company sent me another.
The second 1 stuck well but let dirt through the sides.
So they asked me to wait another week to try a upgraded version so I did and that arrived today. Although the sides are now black (previously clear) which fixed the dirt entering the side of the phone but none the top edges stick at all and there is far to much space between the phone screen and the glass so there's a clicking noise all the time when in use.
So I of course contacted the company again as I payed £10.99 and still my phone is not protected so I do expect a refund regardless to there help sending more out as they are not fit for purpose, I am thankful for them trying.
So the last conversation I had with them regarding a refund was they have yet another version of the protector they are sending out to me today to try so I shell receive that tomorrow hopefully and if it fits well I will upload pictures ect..
The bottom line is atm the ultimate shields glass screen protectors do not yet work for our devices so you may won't to keep clear for now if you have thought about buying 1.
Any updates please?
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Any updates please?
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New 1 just arrived. I will be installing shortly. This 1 is described very different as a 3d silk printed / black
Just fitted this screen protector and it is the best I've had to date. It fits perfect! There is deffienetly no space between the glass. It fits perfect around the phone. The glue is much stronger than any previous protectors. The curve seems more of a curve than previous but I still am able to use my cafele case without any uplifting.
I'm extremely happy with this protector and deffienetly worth the £10.99!
I'm not sure what cases this will work with as I only have 2 slim cases and originally it's advertised as a case friendly protector so it should fit a variety of cases as there is a gap at the top and rear for the case bumber access. I will try and upload a picture of it fitted later today when I have access to a camera.
Ultimate shields seem to be a good company and will help you with any issues. I would recommend buying this version and if you was to go ahead and buy this model I would message them first and tell them you want the new version vimto25 from xda was sent in case you receive old stock.
Is it "Case Friendly" ?
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Is it "Case Friendly" ?
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I think it's a 50/50 situation. The first few I had of them was classed as case friendly and I believe they was very case friendly but as I stated they had issues.
This new 1 looks slightly less case friendly but I have a case on it and it fits to a T so I think it needs testing with different cases that I do not have. It has gaps around the top and bottom and the sides for a case to fit with a open top which I prefere.
I've just received a message from the seller after giving them my feedback. They have said it's not yet in production I am the first to of tried this. But they assured me if you message them with my xda username you will be send this new design of there's.
I hope someone with a few cases purchases this and gives there feedback on what cases fit and what cases don't.
Ordered one today and they are send me a development unit, thank you!
Just need to get the phone now....
indyjonesUK said:
Ordered one today and they are send me a development unit, thank you!
Just need to get the phone now....
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Very good
Do you have any cases?
Well you've done it the right way a protector should always be brought before the phone arrives in my opinion ?
I have ordered the Nillkin Frosted Shield case based on the positive reviews in the other thread. Phone arrives tomorrow, and screen protector is shipping today so hopefully...... I always like to fit the screen protector straight away while the phone is new.
indyjonesUK said:
I have ordered the Nillkin Frosted Shield case based on the positive reviews in the other thread. Phone arrives tomorrow, and screen protector is shipping today so hopefully...... I always like to fit the screen protector straight away while the phone is new.
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By the looks of that case the screen protector should fit fine
That was the plan ?
Just bought one of these and it fits perfectly with a uag plasma case. Thanks for the heads up
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Benson881 said:
Just bought one of these and it fits perfectly with a uag plasma case. Thanks for the heads up
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Did you message the seller prior to buying? Just wondering which version you received. I need to buy another I dropped me phone and it cracked it abit on the side. I'm kinda happy tho as it's done it's job!
vimto25 said:
Did you message the seller prior to buying? Just wondering which version you received. I need to buy another I dropped me phone and it cracked it abit on the side. I'm kinda happy tho as it's done it's job!
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Yeaj pointed them in the direction of this thread. I got the 3d silk version in the post.
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O good. Any problems so far ?
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O good. Any problems so far ?
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None as yet. Had it for 24 hours and all is good. Only issue seems to be its a fingerprint magnet
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How's the glass protector holding up? Thinking of ordering one soon
Installed mine yesterday and it's kick ass. No reason to hesitate. Buy this.
Will do....Did you message the seller asking for the 3d silk printed / black one?
Is this the link to the Ultimate Shield Glass Screen Protector? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Ultimate-...-Plus-Black-/142348224139?hash=item21249d868b
If so then this guy doesn't ship to the United States :/
Some decent case options are beginning to show up on eBay & Mobile Fun.
I've got 3 relatively inexpensive ones on the way from various eBayers, two clear & one a Matte Green, to match up with my phone color choice:
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/163002987560
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.co.uk/ulk/itm/142684376141
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/183143691131
I want this in teal color
http://s.aliexpress.com/NjaMbqYR?fromSns=Copy
Now i've this buyed from amazon
http://s.aliexpress.com/RfEbYf2I?fromSns=Copy
Anyway i like nillkin case too in red color :laugh:
I got this one from Amazon
http://a.co/azkOIIU
Fits really good and you can see pics I took in the reviews.
I reached out to Devilcase and asked if they were planning any Aluminum bumper cases for the XZ2.
In the first half of May 2018 they should be releasing one for the phone. Just incase anyone else likes those Aluminum bumper cases.
I Have also reached out to Luphie Cases but from them I didn't get any answer as of yet.
DBrand told me they won't be selling any XZ2 Skins.
I might add that I've been using the Style Touch cover for the XZ2 and will until the Devilcase one arrives in late May/June. I don't like the flappy window cover at all. The touch cover is too rigid when you've got the cover opened and I can't hold it comfortably in my hand whilst open. When its closed the cover is not straight on top of the screen and makes it hard for the screen to register touches on the left side of the screen.
Any advice for some shockproof case with display protection? Something like https://m.ebay.com/itm/For-Sony-Xpe...:m:mc31MQr_76OVK-2tnCk12aA&varId=413321369055 (but with display protection I have mentioned).
I buyed this new ultraslim from amazon
https://www.amazon.it/dp/B07BBKWN17/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_8j74AbX9N7P7S
It's arrived today and it's very great for me
Criton said:
I reached out to Devilcase and asked if they were planning any Aluminum bumper cases for the XZ2.
In the first half of May 2018 they should be releasing one for the phone. Just incase anyone else likes those Aluminum bumper cases.
I Have also reached out to Luphie Cases but from them I didn't get any answer as of yet.
DBrand told me they won't be selling any XZ2 Skins.
I might add that I've been using the Style Touch cover for the XZ2 and will until the Devilcase one arrives in late May/June. I don't like the flappy window cover at all. The touch cover is too rigid when you've got the cover opened and I can't hold it comfortably in my hand whilst open. When its closed the cover is not straight on top of the screen and makes it hard for the screen to register touches on the left side of the screen.
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There's a alluminium bumper frame for xperia xz2, you can find here
http://s.aliexpress.com/aEfQBzaU?fromSns
I bought this case from Amazon:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Case-Colle...a+xz2+case&dpPl=1&dpID=513xuq2XaUL&ref=plSrch
It is goddamn amazing. Everyone needs to try it if possible. The texture and fit are great and it looks good!
Zazzinho said:
I buyed this new ultraslim from amazon
https://www.amazon.it/dp/B07BBKWN17/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_8j74AbX9N7P7S
It's arrived today and it's very great for me
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hi,
please take a clear pictures (front, back and sides of the phone) and show me how it looks on your xz2... if it's good for me i might order one too...
thank you
chili_red said:
I got this one from Amazon
http://a.co/azkOIIU
Fits really good and you can see pics I took in the reviews.
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Sweet! I just order this one. I am interested in it.
KOLIOSIS said:
Some decent case options are beginning to show up on eBay & Mobile Fun.
I've got 3 relatively inexpensive ones on the way from various eBayers, two clear & one a Matte Green, to match up with my phone color choice:
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/163002987560
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.co.uk/ulk/itm/142684376141
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/183143691131
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check that up:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Sony-Xperi...&itm=601568981187&_trksid=p5411.c100167.m2940
additional protection for the screen and aluminum frame too! YES!
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Xperia-XZ2...-Full-Coverage-3Pack-Clear-Flim-/302707711634
I ordered the black color. I have Nillkin superslim Nature transparent and Frosted at the moment.
I'm waiting Ringke ?
I recommend this one:
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Tpu...197.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.b0c24c4dE7OOxJ
Nice fit, slim and well built.
I have this Nillkin transparent case and it's fine. I also ordered an IMAK case today. I had IMAK cases in the past the the grip is fantastic, it's like you touch a stone.
I have to say these two look kinda decent....
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32856865024/32856865024.html?shortkey=RfEbYf2I&addresstype=600
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Case-Colle...+case&dpPl=1&dpID=513xuq2XaUL&ref=plSrch&th=1
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So i just bought these two and found some others....
The Ringke one does look a little too bulky, IMHO.
This Nillkin one also looks kinda neat.
this case is awesome and my phone is well protected in case of drop
https://www.imak-hk.com/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=3397
I bought the transparent version which still shows the beautiful design and avoid sliding and scratches in the back.
Zazzinho said:
I buyed this new ultraslim from amazon
https://www.amazon.it/dp/B07BBKWN17/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_8j74AbX9N7P7S
It's arrived today and it's very great for me
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I got this case too on your recommendation. Very nice indeed.
Criton said:
I reached out to Devilcase and asked if they were planning any Aluminum bumper cases for the XZ2.
In the first half of May 2018 they should be releasing one for the phone. Just incase anyone else likes those Aluminum bumper cases.
I Have also reached out to Luphie Cases but from them I didn't get any answer as of yet.
DBrand told me they won't be selling any XZ2 Skins.
I might add that I've been using the Style Touch cover for the XZ2 and will until the Devilcase one arrives in late May/June. I don't like the flappy window cover at all. The touch cover is too rigid when you've got the cover opened and I can't hold it comfortably in my hand whilst open. When its closed the cover is not straight on top of the screen and makes it hard for the screen to register touches on the left side of the screen.
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Likewise I reached out to Devilcase and asked about a bumper case for the XZ2 compact, the first response was as you mention the second half of may. I waited and the bumpercase for the regular XZ2-model did show up and is available on their page. No sign of the XZ2-compact model however. So I once again reached out and after some back and forth it turns out the XZ2-compact is not available on their domestic market so they will not make the bumpercase available through them directly, it will only be available through their retailers. I am currently awaiting a response for which of their retailers will carry the XZ2-compact model, and will update with their response.
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Likewise I reached out to Devilcase and asked about a bumper case for the XZ2 compact, the first response was as you mention the second half of may. I waited and the bumpercase for the regular XZ2-model did show up and is available on their page. No sign of the XZ2-compact model however. So I once again reached out and after some back and forth it turns out the XZ2-compact is not available on their domestic market so they will not make the bumpercase available through them directly, it will only be available through their retailers. I am currently awaiting a response for which of their retailers will carry the XZ2-compact model, and will update with their response.
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After much searching (I have not yet heard back from devilcase) I believe I have actually found the first batch of bumpercases for the XZ2 Compact (In one of my mails from Devilcase they eluded to that the first batch of cases were branded differently than they normally would be). It seems they went here:
As you can see they are branded DECASE, but it is in fact the Devilcase bumpers, as Croy Mobile is listed as one of their retailers on the Devilcase homepage. So it would seem that a bumpercase for the XZ2 Compact is available, but only in Japan, as I can find no mention of international shipping on the homepage of Croy Mobile.
chili_red said:
I got this one from Amazon
http://a.co/azkOIIU
Fits really good and you can see pics I took in the reviews.
pakole said:
Sweet! I just order this one. I am interested in it.
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yeah, that's the Ringke Onyx. It's probably the single, best case available at the moment, if you want any protection for the screen and corners that is. The trend these days seem to be thin cases that just protect from scratches and not drops of any kind. Something I personally don't quite understand (as someone who tends to drop the phone at the gym every couple of months ).
Was quite disappointed in this guy, the Olixar ExoShield. As you can see in this picture I took before I sent it back, while it has great protection for the corners and screen, it's a box that completely ignores the shape of the back of the phone. That ticked me off so much I had to send Olixar a complaint about it asking them what the heck they were thinking.
Thought I would start a new 'case thread' for the Z Fold 2, as the current one in this forum is very US orientated and the cases discussed there - are simply not available in the UK right now.
I will kick this off though with a high level of frustration, that this is the hardest phone to get a bloody case for! Especially given that it's one of the most fragile. Sure you can pay £80 for a flimsy bit of leather that only protects the back of the phone from Samsung. That's just a crazy price and poor value for money. But as far as I know that's the only case available to buy today (28th September).
I ordered the following Araree Bonnet leather Case from MobileFun 3 weeks ago and it's still out of stock for at least another 3 weeks:
https://www.mobilefun.co.uk/araree-bonnet-samsung-galaxy-z-fold-2-5g-wallet-stand-case-black-82183
There are no other cases available from them, they are all out of stock. Same with Amazon, where you are going to be waiting for several weeks before items are in stock. I really don't understand why, I have never had this issue with a new phone before, there were cases available for the Note 20 Ultra 2 weeks prior to the release date.
Yeah the case situation is pathetic. Just using the official leather at the moment as its better than nothing.
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Yeah the case situation is pathetic. Just using the official leather at the moment as its better than nothing.
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I think Samsung are charging way too much for the leather one, I bet they deliberately priced it so high because the people likely to buy this phone have a bit more cash to splash. Or that they know the cases are in short supply.
I bought the official leather case for my Galaxy Note 20 Ultra. It's twice the size of the Fold 2 case but cost considerably less, £30 (with a discount) and even that was too much in my opinion. I really need one that protects the cover screen, hence the reason I went for the Araree case.
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I think Samsung are charging way too much for the leather one, I bet they deliberately priced it so high because the people likely to buy this phone have a bit more cash to splash. Or that they know the cases are in short supply.
I bought the official leather case for my Galaxy Note 20 Ultra. It's twice the size of the Fold 2 case but cost considerably less, £30 (with a discount) and even that was too much in my opinion. I really need one that protects the cover screen, hence the reason I went for the Araree case.
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Don't all flame me for this post... but I bought the cheap (China) faux leather hard case on ebay for £5 gbp and its actually perfectly fine. Its also available as UK stock for about £9 with quicker delivery
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/UK-STOCK...var=661853030175&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
The rear cover fully protects the camera bump and sides.
The front cover protects the edges of front screen and sides (but does make swiping down from top of screen gesture a bit hit and miss for my big fingers)
dezborders said:
Don't all flame me for this post... but I bought the cheap (China) faux leather hard case on ebay for £5 gbp and its actually perfectly fine. Its also available as UK stock for about £9 with quicker delivery
The rear cover fully protects the camera bump and sides.
The front cover protects the edges of front screen and sides (but does make swiping down from top of screen gesture a bit hit and miss for my big fingers)
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Do you have a link? I think it might be one I was considering while I wait for the one from MobileFun.
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Do you have a link? I think it might be one I was considering while I wait for the one from MobileFun.
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https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/UK-STOCK...var=661853030175&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
Its cheap but it does the job. I bought black to match my mystic black fold2
(My fold2 is my only device so I cannot take a pic of the device with case fitted sorry)
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https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/UK-STOCK...var=661853030175&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
Its cheap but it does the job. I bought black to match my mystic black fold2
(My fold2 is my only device so I cannot take a pic of the device with case fitted sorry)
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Good to know about this.
The one you bought is not the same one I was looking at but similar:
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/392948709396
It's cheap but it's better than nothing, I just ordered it now, because I really need something to protect this phone until something more premium comes along.
So thanks for sharing the link, I will update here when I receive the one I just bought!
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So I ordered a cheap case off eBay whilst I wait several weeks for a much better one. Supposed to arrive this week. Of course on eBay, "UK STOCK" posted by Royal Mail that takes over a week to arrive means only one thing of course... they are being sent from China. Which I mostly expected when I ordered but took a chance that maybe someone was being honest. No wonder people claim item hasn't arrived and get their money back and still get to keep the item.
I am getting desperate for ANY kind of case for this phone, but the only one available from Samsung is the leather one (£80) or pay £150 upwards from a shark on eBay who clearly only snapped up a whole load of decent cases to add 200% mark up profit, adding over £100 to a £50 case. Crooks.
So no cases available in the UK at a non inflated price. I checked all the usual online outlets and all citing 'expected' stock in 3-4 weeks. What a frustrating crazy situation, for such a premium and arguably delicate phone, why on earth is there such a shortage here?
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Update: One of the cases arrived today, just a hard clear back cover:
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/For-Sams...e=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
It fits perfectly and will protect the back glass at least. It seems good quality for the £3 I paid, but like all these kind of cases , it adds weight to the phone on one side. Still it's better than nothing!
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Update: One of the cases arrived today, just a hard clear back cover:
It fits perfectly and will protect the back glass at least. It seems good quality for the £3 I paid, but like all these kind of cases , it adds weight to the phone on one side. Still it's better than nothing!
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The £5.99 cases on eBay UK are pretty good and protect.botg the front and back ... I bought the black one which is exactly the same as the Spigen Thin-Fit case but without the brand name and for a fraction of the price
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/For-Sams...504442?hash=item48ed93623a:g:SqUAAOSwy0VfZHXS
I am starting to think Samsung, Spigen and others are taking Z fold2 owners for mugs with over inflated pricing on cases...
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The £5.99 cases on eBay UK are pretty good and protect.botg the front and back ... I bought the black one which is exactly the same as the Spigen Thin-Fit case but without the brand name and for a fraction of the price
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/For-Sams...504442?hash=item48ed93623a:g:SqUAAOSwy0VfZHXS
I am starting to think Samsung, Spigen and others are taking Z fold2 owners for mugs with over inflated pricing on cases...
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Yeah, you're absolutely right, the premium cases for this (very expensive) phone, are almost impossible to source, and when you eventually find one they are over-inflated prices. Trouble is sellers know that desperate consumers (who possibly have more cash than your average consumer) will eventually part with their money to protect such a valuable phone. But I am not falling for that. I have had an order for the Araree Bonnet leather case with MobileFun for over a month now and it's still showing at least a further month for stock to arrive. It's a quality leather cover case and is only costing me £35. In the meantime I am just keeping it in a neoprene pouch. The snakes on eBay buying these up and selling them for £180 - I hope someone screws them over at some point.
Anyway thanks for the link to the one you bought. The bezel on the front cover looks very thick though. Is that a bit awkward to use? I ordered a similar cheap Chinese one off eBay just to tide me over.
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Anyway thanks for the link to the one you bought. The bezel on the front cover looks very thick though. Is that a bit awkward to use? I ordered a similar cheap Chinese one off eBay just to tide me over.
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The only problems are swiping from the edge gestures (eg open side-bar swipe from right or notifications bar swipe down from top) which are difficult and a bit of trial and error at times. I am old school and use the 3 button navigation so not sure if gesture navigation is affected or not.
All things considered tho I prefer to use this (inexpensive) Chinese made case to protect my expensive new phone until such time as mid priced (£20 max) cases from popular brand names are widely available and are actually in stock.
P.S. for the first few days I before my case arrived i used a "sock" or "sleeve" repurposed with the fabric mesh bag that came free with my Anker 10,000mAh portable battery. Better than nothing.
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Don't all flame me for this post... but I bought the cheap (China) faux leather hard case on ebay for £5 gbp and its actually perfectly fine. Its also available as UK stock for about £9 with quicker delivery
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/UK-STOCK...var=661853030175&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
The rear cover fully protects the camera bump and sides.
The front cover protects the edges of front screen and sides (but does make swiping down from top of screen gesture a bit hit and miss for my big fingers)
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I bought the same one but had to stop using after a few hours, found swiping up and down was more miss than hit.
I've got the VRS Hard Drop active on order, for the time being i'm just carrying it in a 'ShockSock' which to be fair does the job well
where did u order it from
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I bought the same one but had to stop using after a few hours, found swiping up and down was more miss than hit.
I've got the VRS Hard Drop active on order, for the time being i'm just carrying it in a 'ShockSock' which to be fair does the job well
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its very expensive to ship from the brs website
I've already chipped my hinge due to lack of protection the back leather on its own isn't enough
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its very expensive to ship from the brs website
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Direct from the VRS website, I got a 15% off code (SMILEAGAIN30) when I went on the site, I think it was $53 dollars all in for the case and postage. The discount basically gave me near free postage.
I went for the black version, shipping at the end of the month apparently...so ShockSock it is till that arrives
I just received one of the Chinese two piece black plastic ones that were shown in this thread. The frame for the front part is very stiff and while this means it will stay put, the amount of force needed to put it on has scared me from doing so. I don't want to scratch my phone putting a case onto it! Or am I worrying unnecessarily? I much prefer the softer gel ones.
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I've already chipped my hinge due to lack of protection the back leather on its own isn't enough
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Sorry to hear that. Do you know how it happened?
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Dropped it lucky it wasn't more damage. I probably need an hinge case lol
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I just received one of the Chinese two piece black plastic ones that were shown in this thread. The frame for the front part is very stiff and while this means it will stay put, the amount of force needed to put it on has scared me from doing so. I don't want to scratch my phone putting a case onto it! Or am I worrying unnecessarily? I much prefer the softer gel ones.
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I think you may be worrying unnecessarily about the front cover I have had the Chinese case on my fold2 for 3 weeks now and no marks visible (I only removed it to check after reading your post ). Also I left the factory fitted front screen protector on the glass so I guess i have the additional scratch protection provided by the film cover.
I'm not in the UK, but the Netherlands.
I'm currently using the Shocksock I had for the original Fold, now on the Fold 2. It doesn't fit as well as on the original, but it's OK.
I bought a Fitbag from Germany, but those things are precision-made, and even with Samsung's very thin leather back cover on the phone, the whole thing becomes too fat for the sleeve.
The VRS case looks nice. Has anyone received theirs yet?
Another nice-looking one is the Spigen thin case.
There's rarely a source for any of these cases in the Netherlands, so ordering from the US is expensive and is often fraught with extra charges at the door.