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Otterbox Defender Pre-Order $26.99 with FSSS

NOT SUCH A HOT DEAL. When you consider all the complaints on the kickstand breaking and the flimsy soft plastic that often tears at the port covers. BUYER BEWARE!!!
The following quote is from the Facebook Otterbox page. This comment was made on 11-17-2010 at 10:30 AM
Alden KuldipOtterBox
When do you think 3rd parties like Amazon, Best Buy and Sprint will carry the Defender for EVO?
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OtterBox Amazon and other online retailers should have them within a week or so. Best Buy will be carrying online initially at BestBuy.com.
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YMMV - Available on Otterbox website, Amazon has not changed their page, but the price has changed to $33.94 This item is full price on Otterbox at $49.95 with a $5 coupon code for those of you that had signed up for notification on availability.
YMMV - Pre-Order the Otterbox Defender for $26.99 shipped.
It has been "Coming Soon" for months now, so Pre-Order at your own risk.
Free shipping with FSSS or Prime.
This price is current as of 10:30 PM EST 11/7/2010. Amazon prices change rapidly.
http://www.amazon.com/Otterbox-Defender-Shield-HTC-Black/dp/B0043GWDZ2/ref=cm_cr_pr_sims_t
NOTE: IT LISTS SHIPPING TIME AS 1-2 MONTHS!!! But it may take longer or shorter. Rumors say it will ship this month.
NOTE: Under Product Description it lists the name as Impact: "Product Description
The OtterBox Impact Series is a durable silicone skin...]"
...however, on the invoice it only lists DEFENDER and makes no mention on Impact Series. Due to this discrepancy, I am adding YMMV to this deal. However, this does not really concern me as the title says Defender and the Impact has no current wait, therefore, there is more than enough reason to believe it is the Defender. I have never had issues with Amazon with similar description issues in the past.
From the Otterbox Facebook page, Otterbox reminds us that all coupon codes are case sensitive.
Jay E Hey guys, I just got my Evo defender for 40$ with free shipping! Use these 2 codes tb1010y (10% off/free shipping) & MEMUEVO5 (5$ off) (coupon is case sensitive) . They both stack. Enjoy 15$ off!
SilverStone641 said:
That is not entirely true. you get 10% off which EQUALS free shipping. NOT 10% PLUS free shipping. the total savings is $10. still a great deal though
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If you order through Otterbox, you may have to call in, their servers have been crashing.

If you need a case soon or now you may be better off going with the Trident Cyclops or Seidio Rugged. However, I do not suggest the Seidio Rugged as I have 2 and they're both falling apart. The upgraded/seperate screen protector is necessary on the Cyclops. The Ballistic cases may be released this month as well.

Defender on sale at Amazon confirmed as of 11/7/10 11 pm
Confirming OP. Defender on sale through Amazon direct. Must be coming out soon!
http://www.amazon.com/Otterbox-Defender-Shield-HTC-Black/dp/B0043GWDZ2/ref=cm_cr_pr_sims_t
Edit: then again..maybe not..says ships in 1 to 2 months. Does anyone know if Amazon charges when you order or when your item ships? I know for unreleased video games, your card is charged when the item ships but I don't know about non game items.

I see $49.95
nevermind. Previous link was to a different seller at $49.95. Amazon is selling for $29.95
Note that it says Usually Ships in 1 or 2 MONTHS

robnelle said:
Confirming OP. Defender on sale through Amazon direct. Must be coming out soon!
http://www.amazon.com/Otterbox-Defender-Shield-HTC-Black/dp/B0043GWDZ2/ref=cm_cr_pr_sims_t
Edit: then again..maybe not..says ships in 1 to 2 months. Does anyone know if Amazon charges when you order or when your item ships? I know for unreleased video games, your card is charged when the item ships but I don't know about non game items.
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Thanks for posting the link! I can't believe I forgot that.
For everyone who doesn't frequent Amazon...on the right side there is an area that says "More Buying Choices", this box may have Amazon.com as a seller or it may be the default seller, I'm not sure how they program their code to decide which you see as default.
1-2 months is possible. Rumors say this month, but rumors have been saying that for months!!!
I'm in for 2 because my Seidio Rugged's are falling apart, but they'll hold up until the Otterbox Defender is released.......................................................................unless the Trident Kraken beats them to the market

bacdoliljo said:
I see $49.95
nevermind. Previous link was to a different seller at $49.95. Amazon is selling for $29.95
Note that it says Usually Ships in 1 or 2 MONTHS
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That's weird. From my point of view, the link I gave does go to the 26.99 version. I'll just chalk it up to some crazy property about Amazon's site. As long as you found it. Actually..I believe Amazon moved it to a different page just that quick.
Here's a screenie of what I initially saw before Amazon changed it:

Just ordered mine, $26.99. Thanks for the heads up OP

Just ordered one also! Crossing my fingers that it comes out in a reasonable time. On facebook otterbox did say that it is in the manufacturing process a few days ago.

Ordered mine as well OP. $26.99 with free super saver shipping. awesome! great find.

From a discussion page on Facebook:
Random Person: NOV 17 DEFENDER CASE FOR EVO SHIPS!!!!!!!!
OtterBox: Fingers crossed, cause it isn't too much longer now. The date didn't come from us, but we are working hard to get them out asap!​

Awesome!!
I already have a Commuter case, good for interim was waiting on this one!!
Just scored it for 28.61 with tax, shipped!
Even if it takes a few weeks more than Otterbox I can deal with wait for the price.
Thanks OP!

mmcrrc said:
I already have a Commuter case, good for interim was waiting on this one!!
Just scored it for 28.61 with tax, shipped!
Even if it takes a few weeks more than Otterbox I can deal with wait for the price.
Thanks OP!
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No problem, I am using the crappy Seidio Rugged, can't wait for the Defender, hopefully the build quality is good. Sorry you live somewhere you have to pay Amazon tax, I buy way too much from Amazon...

I buy way too much from Amazon...
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You and me both. Both Amazon and EBay make it way too easy to buy something. Just click this button and it's mine? Don't mind if I do...

im just waiting to see how the holster works with this case... i know people with the iphone version and they didnt speak very well about the holster.

Mayonesa said:
im just waiting to see how the holster works with this case... i know people with the iphone version and they didnt speak very well about the holster.
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I wasn't happy with my Seidio Rugged holster, but I don't use the holster much anyhow...but I would like a good one, it would be nice to carry at work.

firemedic1343 said:
I wasn't happy with my Seidio Rugged case, but I don't use the case much anyhow...but I would like a good one, it would be nice to carry at work.
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the only thing i didnt like about the rugged was the opening for the usb port. i did cut it and it works well.. of course it doesnt look like it came that way since i did cut it and its not smooth but it works well..
i have the rugged away but im using the active now... out of all thats out there now with a holster, i think sedio is the best ( IMO)
like i said, i would like to see the otter box before i get it. i just wish it had a clip on the top like the sedio holster has. just feels more secure

Mayonesa said:
the only thing i didnt like about the rugged was the opening for the usb port. i did cut it and it works well.. of course it doesnt look like it came that way since i did cut it and its not smooth but it works well..
i have the rugged away but im using the active now... out of all thats out there now with a holster, i think sedio is the best ( IMO)
like i said, i would like to see the otter box before i get it. i just wish it had a clip on the top like the sedio holster has. just feels more secure
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I accidentally ripped off that usb port, my wife also accidentally ripped the headset jack area off. That plastic on the Seidio Rugged is just way too thin.
I snapped the top of my holster off, the design didn't work for me...but take that with a grain of salt, cause if it's breakable, I'll break it.

robnelle said:
Confirming OP. Defender on sale through Amazon direct. Must be coming out soon!
http://www.amazon.com/Otterbox-Defender-Shield-HTC-Black/dp/B0043GWDZ2/ref=cm_cr_pr_sims_t
Edit: then again..maybe not..says ships in 1 to 2 months. Does anyone know if Amazon charges when you order or when your item ships? I know for unreleased video games, your card is charged when the item ships but I don't know about non game items.
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I still haven t been charged yet and I think it's been 48 hours, so I'm guessing they don't charge until it ships. I went ahead and got the 30 day Prime trial so I'm getting mine overnighted for $30 shipped, not too bad!

Ordered off Amazon. For the price you can't beat it. Hopefully it comes sooner than later.

$33.94 now. Listed as in stock on Otterbox.com.
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Great Xoom stand wallet leather case

I believe I just found the perfect case for the Motorola Xoom!
I really love the original Motorola Xoom Portfolio case but the fact that is leaving scratches on the Xoom and most importantly the missing angle for typing on it, was keeping me away from buying it.
It looks like this case I just found is completely identical with the original one, extremely similar design but with an extra adjustment for typing! Hopefully it doen't leave scratches too!
I beleive this is what most people are looking forward to..
Here is the link
http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/430766837/For_Motorola_Xoom_stand_wallet_leather.html
Picture here
http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/430766837/For_Motorola_Xoom_stand_wallet_leather/showimage.html
I am not familiar with this website and it looks like a wholesale/mass order seller and there is no price.
But at least this is a great start
What you guys think?
Edit, more info:
It's made by a company called Y-Case.
Official website of the product here:
http://www.y-case.com/product.asp?id=568&show_list=1

nMIK-3 said:
I believe I just found the perfect case for the Motorola Xoom!
I really love the original Motorola Xoom Portfolio case but the fact that is leaving scratches on the Xoom and most importantly the missing angle for typing on it, was keeping me away from buying it.
It looks like this case I just found is completely identical with the original one, extremely similar design but with an extra adjustment for typing! Hopefully it doen't leave scratches too!
I beleive this is what most people are looking forward to..
Here is the link
http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/430766837/For_Motorola_Xoom_stand_wallet_leather.html
Picture here
http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/430766837/For_Motorola_Xoom_stand_wallet_leather/showimage.html
I am not familiar with this website and it looks like a wholesale/mass order seller and there is no price.
But at least this is a great start
What you guys think?
Edit, more info:
It's made by a company called Y-Case.
Official website of the product here:
http://www.y-case.com/product.asp?id=568&show_list=1
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I think that looks pretty cool.. I didn't see pricing on the official site though
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nMIK-3 said:
I believe I just found the perfect case for the Motorola Xoom!
I really love the original Motorola Xoom Portfolio case but the fact that is leaving scratches on the Xoom and most importantly the missing angle for typing on it, was keeping me away from buying it.
It looks like this case I just found is completely identical with the original one, extremely similar design but with an extra adjustment for typing! Hopefully it doen't leave scratches too!
I beleive this is what most people are looking forward to..
Here is the link
http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/430766837/For_Motorola_Xoom_stand_wallet_leather.html
Picture here
http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/430766837/For_Motorola_Xoom_stand_wallet_leather/showimage.html
I am not familiar with this website and it looks like a wholesale/mass order seller and there is no price.
But at least this is a great start
What you guys think?
Edit, more info:
It's made by a company called Y-Case.
Official website of the product here:
http://www.y-case.com/product.asp?id=568&show_list=1
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It looks exactly like the Motorola portafolio case. But probably more expensive.
Evo Better Than The Best...

lokko21 said:
It looks exactly like the Motorola portafolio case. But probably more expensive.
Evo Better Than The Best...
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And still no port for charging while closed.

This case will probably leave scratches 2.

It's very similar to the popular Toblino iPad case, which is well liked.
I actually reached out to the manufacturer of this case. The reply back was:
"The price for this case is 5.0usd/pc,MOQ is 300pcs." ... sadly I'm not an importer and am not willing to take the risk to import 300 units and resell them! Even at $5 each!
Hopefully someone will pick it up for distribution in the U.S.
FYI, the KeviKev case is available on Alibaba as well, for significantly less $$$... the markup is pretty severe on that case.

JerryGilreath said:
It's very similar to the popular Toblino iPad case, which is well liked.
I actually reached out to the manufacturer of this case. The reply back was:
"The price for this case is 5.0usd/pc,MOQ is 300pcs." ... sadly I'm not an importer and am not willing to take the risk to import 300 units and resell them! Even at $5 each!
Hopefully someone will pick it up for distribution in the U.S.
FYI, the KeviKev case is available on Alibaba as well, for significantly less $$$... the markup is pretty severe on that case.
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Yes it is availible on there as well now get a quote for genuine leather not the $5 PU man made stinky stuff, add the shipping import taxes customs duties shipping supplies federal taxes state taxes cost of operating, web fees paypal fees ebay fees ect ect and i bet you would be amazed at what they wind up costing. Now look at the flimsy cheap motorola OEM case that sells for the same price, who's mark up is worse? and as you said you wouldnt take the risk at $5 That $5 ends up being $30 by the time you add everything up,Thanks

JerryGilreath said:
It's very similar to the popular Toblino iPad case, which is well liked.
I actually reached out to the manufacturer of this case. The reply back was:
"The price for this case is 5.0usd/pc,MOQ is 300pcs." ... sadly I'm not an importer and am not willing to take the risk to import 300 units and resell them! Even at $5 each!
Hopefully someone will pick it up for distribution in the U.S.
FYI, the KeviKev case is available on Alibaba as well, for significantly less $$$... the markup is pretty severe on that case.
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are you sure the KeviKev case is the same one on Alibaba? Maybe the leather quality is different?
I'm only asking because I was actually thinking of getting the KeviKev case. The Pdair case is nice, but very expensive ($120) http://www.pdair.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=11000659_11001165_11001166&products_id=32373

eyecon82 said:
are you sure the KeviKev case is the same one on Alibaba? Maybe the leather quality is different?
I'm only asking because I was actually thinking of getting the KeviKev case. The Pdair case is nice, but very expensive ($120) http://www.pdair.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=11000659_11001165_11001166&products_id=32373
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Now that's a good looking case
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@kevikev ... your points are exactly why I wouldn't take the risk. Note I didn't cut your business down for doing the importing... in fact I think you're doing a great job and a fantastic service to the Xoom community. Bravo. If you peruse the forums, here and at the owner support site, you'll quickly notice I've been pimping your cases... because of these reasons. As a matter of fact, I was one of the first to note it and drive people to your site and ebay auction. So, be nice! I'm allowed to have an opinion kevikev!
That said... $48 is still pretty steep for a case... including the crappy moto case I purchased on day 1. Not to say I wouldn't pay that much for a decent leather case... with proper cutouts of course ;-)
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JerryGilreath said:
@kevikev ... your points are exactly why I wouldn't take the risk. Note I didn't cut your business down for doing the importing... in fact I think you're doing a great job and a fantastic service to the Xoom community. Bravo. If you peruse the forums, here and at the owner support site, you'll quickly notice I've been pimping your cases... because of these reasons. As a matter of fact, I was one of the first to note it and drive people to your site and ebay auction. So, be nice! I'm allowed to have an opinion kevikev!
That said... $48 is still pretty steep for a case... including the crappy moto case I purchased on day 1. Not to say I wouldn't pay that much for a decent leather case... with proper cutouts of course ;-)
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OK I just wanted to clarify there are many so called leather cases showing up now at a cheaper price. But trust me they are bicast or pu synthetic leather not from a animal the use to moo if you go to that website use coupon code (xoom) be 10% off till Sunday midnite not good on ebay

kevikevdottcom said:
OK I just wanted to clarify there are many so called leather cases showing up now at a cheaper price. But trust me they are bicast or pu synthetic leather not from a animal the use to moo if you go to that website use coupon code (xoom) be 10% off till Sunday midnite not good on ebay
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that's good to know...the leather makes all the difference
Also, the xoom is kinda curved in the back...does the leather curve up as well so its not a loose fit on the side edges?

JerryGilreath said:
@kevikev ... your points are exactly why I wouldn't take the risk. Note I didn't cut your business down for doing the importing... in fact I think you're doing a great job and a fantastic service to the Xoom community. Bravo. If you peruse the forums, here and at the owner support site, you'll quickly notice I've been pimping your cases... because of these reasons. As a matter of fact, I was one of the first to note it and drive people to your site and ebay auction. So, be nice! I'm allowed to have an opinion kevikev!
That said... $48 is still pretty steep for a case... including the crappy moto case I purchased on day 1. Not to say I wouldn't pay that much for a decent leather case... with proper cutouts of course ;-)
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but you also have to realize the risk he is taking ....he may not sell all of them....he has to pay taxes, and many other overhead costs. ~$40 is not bad ....the plasticy crap case motorola produces is just as much

eyecon82 said:
but you also have to realize the risk he is taking ....he may not sell all of them....he has to pay taxes, and many other overhead costs. ~$40 is not bad ....the plasticy crap case motorola produces is just as much
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Risk is right the other night the power went out and I tripped on a stack of them lol
I have 300 plus I pad 1 cases that I can't sell for less than I paid I also have 200 tab cases that I can't sell at cost, I could go on and on but that's the risk its not like getting 100 of your friends together and everyone pitches in 20 bucks you order 100 cases and split them you don't. Need to pays taxes accountants and so on. Thanks for you post I'm glad to see someone realizes that this is work. Best buy probibly pays 5 bucks for the motor case now that's a markup

kevikevdottcom said:
Risk is right the other night the power went out and I tripped on a stack of them lol
I have 300 plus I pad 1 cases that I can't sell for less than I paid I also have 200 tab cases that I can't sell at cost, I could go on and on but that's the risk its not like getting 100 of your friends together and everyone pitches in 20 bucks you order 100 cases and split them you don't. Need to pays taxes accountants and so on. Thanks for you post I'm glad to see someone realizes that this is work. Best buy probibly pays 5 bucks for the motor case now that's a markup
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Thanks
the xoom is kinda curved in the back...does the leather curve up as well so its not a loose fit on the side edges??

eyecon82 said:
Thanks
the xoom is kinda curved in the back...does the leather curve up as well so its not a loose fit on the side edges??
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Its a good fit not curved though, I do have one being built that is like the Motorola case but in a carbon fiber leather like material that the clips are leather warped if you look at my website at the tab case you'll see what it will look like but made for the xoom it will actually have a typing position did you guys get the coupon code for the xoom. Case 10% off use the coupon code xoom.

ZooGue Case
Just wanted to let you all know about the ZooGue case. It can go into any angle and you have access to all the ports. It at a good price aswell for only 49.99
I also used this code for 5 bucks off. ZGHENDREN26

this case is for ipad 2 not xoom dont buy
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=170611519979&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT

one size fits all lol

Henendez said:
Just wanted to let you all know about the ZooGue case. It can go into any angle and you have access to all the ports. It at a good price aswell for only 49.99
I also used this code for 5 bucks off. ZGHENDREN26
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not a fan of that string hanging around...rather have magnet closure like the kevikev case

Clear/Black TPU case

Sold it, thread can be deleted.

bump for a great case. I have the same one and love it

I saw that case the other day myself, it does look nice

you're selling a USED case at the NEW PRICE?
Its $9.95 SHIPPED NEW on eBay

I'll give you $5 shipped for it.

I love this case. Bought it (two of them, in fact) the week it was available on eBay (since I was checking it everyday). I use it on the weekend since I'd be with the kids and mobile most of the time. My daily driver now is just the 99 cents genuine HTC leather pouch that adds class while either staying in my pocket or lying on my desk while I'm working.

Can I get pics of it on the phone?

lippstuh said:
you're selling a USED case at the NEW PRICE?
Its $9.95 SHIPPED NEW on eBay
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Congratulations, you can read. I'm glad grade school taught you something.

g00s3y said:
Congratulations, you can read. I'm glad grade school taught you something.
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-1 for selling something at a ridiculous price, and then for attempting to insult someone's intelligence with a foolish, incorrectly-formed statement when called out on it.
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$1 Galaxy Note Battery Cover (can't be found?)

I'm a bit taken aback that not even the Galaxy SII has $1 plastic battery cover. (cheapest was $3)
This is the cheapest I found for the Galaxy Note approx $US4.00
It's just plastic.
Does anyone know of any other site that may sell it for $1? $4 is too much.
I'm going to prime it and spray paint it (so I can get a different colour each month) and I want it to be hard plastic, not aluminum.
$1? Anyone?

it's 3 dollars.. seriously?

$4 doesn't sound like a lot. I think that's a steal actually.

Deth Becomes You said:
$4 doesn't sound like a lot. I think that's a steal actually.
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$4 is actually quite expensive.
They churn this out and deliver to warehouse for below 10c each.
And it could be sent in regular mail, which is below $1 nationally and below $2 internationally. All up, it costs less than $2 to make and send... I guess the sellers want 100% profit returns.

U can try alibaba.com
Warehouse sales.i used to bring in accessories by bulk.might wanna check it out.
But they have moq rules ...minimum order quantity

Urban Armor Case On Sale at Fab.com

I saw this show up in my daily email newsletter from Fab.com. The Urban Armor Case for our Galaxy S3 (and another not to be mentioned phone) is on sale.
http://fab.com/sale/12094/?navEmail=1&save_selection=false
Check it out!
Sent from a Galaxy S3 far, far away!

Damn i just paid the full price for mine 2 weeks ago, this is an absolute steal at this price best case ever for the Galaxy S3 highly recommended:good:

Wow awesome deal, I may finally jump in and get one.
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Pretty much regular Amazon price and if you have Prime it's 2 day shipping.

Do any of these fit extended batteries like the 4200 one?

sanjsrik said:
Do any of these fit extended batteries like the 4200 one?
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Unfortunately they don't. The UAG cases are very form fitted to the stock phone.

That site seems a bit too hip for me to buy from...

Same problem as ever, won't ship to Europe. Main company does, but I end up paying 2x more with shippings and customs and may take up to several months to get here...

I noticed the not eligible for return comment and hesitated...
I want an Aviator, but I may wait for the price on Amazon to drop some.

its still cheaper on amazon ($25 shipped) fab is $27

Iam so f**cking mad at UAG, i order the AERO color like two months at full retail price and still haven't gotten the case. They said. they ship then out last week. Lets see if it come by Friday if not ill try to get my money back and order from Fab,com