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Yay! I had ordered a black one off ebay and it's finally here. I like the look and feel if it but I must admit it's a little loose on the sides and it makes the power/lock button more difficult to press. But it offers more protection than the mesh case I have. It's also pretty thin. Tuner than the tmo gel skin...
Think I might stick with the mesh for now. I'm not disappointed tho...heck for the 4.50 I paid lol
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Can you post a link to the seller?
http://cgi.ebay.com/1x-TPU-Case-1x-Film-SAMSUNG-i9000-GALAXY-S-Black-/220645166116?cmd=ViewItem&pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item335f7a0c24#ht_1510wt_985
Seller is efriend2009. Also has it is white. He/she was awesome. Shipped it about an hour after I ordered it =)
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you mind taking more shots of the phone? like sides and back?
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Sorry for multiple posts...can only post once pic at a time from phone app =(
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I don't like the look of it. Feels oilly.
I am not a fan of glossy finishes and it looks cheap, but if you like it thats all that matters. I personally like the Tmobile gel skin it gives the phone some weight and girth.
The pictures do it no justice. I have the black one and the smoked one and they both look great. Although to me anything looks better than the chrome trim around the front of the phone.
I have this case as well. I got it from an Amazon seller. It's shiny, collects fingerprints, and it protects my phone while not collecting pocket lint. It was also cheaper than the T-Mobile case. I'll stick with it until something better comes along.
I got mine...similar case from another ebay seller...the case was bent half way during shipment...so he is mailing another one...
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Time to get this case reviewed right?
Honestly, if i had to choose between this and the commuter i would pick this one up. Feels really solid and after a 10 mile hike at zion with some drops , it proved its point.
enjoy
http://youtu.be/zaaE78ZPBjU
Yeah, u forgot one thing though. The builtin screen protector sucks. I just took mine off yesterday and added a best skin ever screen protector with my defender case and its awesome! Perfect combination.
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ergibson83 said:
Yeah, u forgot one thing though. The builtin screen protector sucks.
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I think that's just your opinion I personally like it.
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shook187 said:
I think that's just your opinion I personally like it.
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This
I like it for what it's meant for. But again I couldn't rock this case on a daily basis
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Popped my screen protector out too. Hated how ugly it made the screen
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Popped my screen protector out too. Hated how ugly it made the screen
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Did the same thing, best case I've used so far. If only the commuter's buttons weren't so stiff that would be my choice.
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Love it, very solid... better than the kraken IMO
Would anyone be interested in swapping their white inner hard shell for my black... Raider fans, I'm talking to you
* 101% Madridista × RMCF *
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Popped my screen protector out too. Hated how ugly it made the screen
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+1
gadget069 said:
Did the same thing, best case I've used so far. If only the commuter's buttons weren't so stiff that would be my choice.
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The commuter was such a disappointment
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equlizer said:
Popped my screen protector out too. Hated how ugly it made the screen
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Indeed, I mean it brings the quality down like a mofo. But I use it as a hiking case con can't deal with so much bulk on a Daly basis
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after less than two month of usage
usb cover torn off
rubberized casing is not conform to polycarbonate casing anymore
haroldz123 said:
after less than two month of usage
usb cover torn off
rubberized casing is not conform to polycarbonate casing anymore
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Same issues here except my USB cover is still intact. Luckily tho sprint offered me a 1 yr warranty through them so i'm gonna get a new 1 soon.
Do you replace your batteries? How often do you remove your cover?
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haroldz123 said:
after less than two month of usage
usb cover torn off
rubberized casing is not conform to polycarbonate casing anymore
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Same thing happened to mine right after the 2 month mark. I sent an email to otterbox, they requested proof of ownership and in less than a week they sent me a new case at no cost.
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wildgamer100 said:
Same issues here except my USB cover is still intact. Luckily tho sprint offered me a 1 yr warranty through them so i'm gonna get a new 1 soon.
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That happen to mine, Within in a month mine was real loose, good thing I bought it at a local att store so they replaced it, had the new one for a few months and it's not loose at all. Maybe they had defects on some.
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When you say a new case, do you mean holster/case? I was walking and my holster caught something and the clip broke off. The case is also squeaky and the lip of the case is getting loose and is starting to expose the plastic edges.
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When you say a new case, do you mean holster/case? I was walking and my holster caught something and the clip broke off. The case is also squeaky and the lip of the case is getting loose and is starting to expose the plastic edges.
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Got everything replace, I still had the box so I put everything in there, and they gave me a whole new set in a new box
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Got everything replace, I still had the box so I put everything in there, and they gave me a whole new set in a new box
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Cool. I'll fire off an email to them then. I have my zoogue cases and will probably order a UAG, commuter, or ballistic to hold me over.
Are you guys taking the case on and off frequently or just naturally happens?
And by proof, is the original packaging good enough?
Yeah the corners don't have a rail like the sides to snap into. They're sending me a complete otterbox to replace mine. Maybe they have fixed the design.
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Looks pretty good! I already ordered a bumper case, but this may come in handy for night out at the bar.
http://www.incipio.com/cases/smartp...ptimus-g-cases/lg-optimus-g-feather-case.html
Has anyone ordered this? I have the bumper case but want a full case also.
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I just ordered the black case. Should arrive in a couple days and ill post pics.
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toprock23 said:
I just ordered the black case. Should arrive in a couple days and ill post pics.
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Thanks man. Let me know how it is.
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Ok I just got the case. It's great so far. I love the rubbery texture and feels like I'm holding my phone naked. That's how light and thin it is. If you're expecting otterbox protection then this isn't ur case. But I didn't buy it for that. I got it for it's low profile stylish look. The plextonium material is sturdy and well built. It snaps on very easily. If ur curious about the camera port in the back, yes the hole is raised enough that u can slide the phone on it's back. The only downside is while the sides are protected, the top and bottom edges are not. But all in all it's really not bad for $25. Just wish it came out w/ a white case.
^^Do you have screen protector installed? If so does the case lift up the edge?
No i don't have the screen protector installed. I wouldn't use it either, it doesnt feel right.
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Alright well I love the Samsung flip cover case but it has one major flaw. Almost no protection from shock/fall/sabotage. So I decided to do this.
Basically I took the TPU case and cut around where the flip cover flips. This allowed me to use both at the same time and still have full use of the volume rockers. May not look the prettiest on the left edge but it has way more protection. Now if my phone falls the corners won't get all messed up but at the same time I got the sexy flip cover to protect the screen (mainly from ear sweat loll)
Check it out, hope this helps someone keep their phone in great condition.
Awesome little mod! I've thought about trying that with my otter box but im too scared to take the dremel to it loll
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Thats nice.. How does the cover stay in place without coming out of the tpu?
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Samsung makes TPU pre cut cases, we have a few at work
The Samsung branded flip cover replaces the original back cover
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pogo/p/poker said:
The Samsung branded flip cover replaces the original back cover
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Oh ok so u put the tpu over. Nice. Might have to consider that idea.
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mikeschevelle said:
Samsung makes TPU pre cut cases, we have a few at work
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Really? Cut as in they're made specifically to be used with the flip covers? Nice I didn't know that.
I didn't know that Samsung made pre-cut TPU cases for the flip cover
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mikeschevelle said:
Samsung makes TPU pre cut cases, we have a few at work
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Link?
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Link?
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I second this. I've been looking around haven't found it yet...
Not sure where a link would be for the samsung ones we have at work, but they look like these
http://www.shopandroid.com/dicota-flexi-case-for-flip-cover/4A54A12487.htm
I've had an Otterbox Defender for my S3 now for quite awhile. The silicone over the plastic shell always seems to stretch over time causing a loose fit. I know you can contact customer support and have a new case sent to you from Otterbox, but I figured there had to be something to tighten the silicone up. After browsing the web, I heard that if you boil the silicone for a few minutes in boiling water, it will tighten it up. I figured I'd give it a try and it actually did work, the case now fits like it did when it was new.
How long did you boil it? I stopped using my defender because of this issue
Boiled it for about 2 minutes. If your silicone is stretched too far though it won't go 100% back to normal. It will help though that's for sure!
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I went with the body glove tough suit because I don't like how the otter box distorts the screen with that rainbow effect. No stretching yet but if I have that issue I'll use your idea.
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It should do the trick for your case as well. Hopefully it won't stretch like the otterbox to begin with.
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Im on my 3rd case, I will try this next.
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Moving to Accessories which is universal to all S3s.
Yup. Theres vids on youtube aswell
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Done this also. But immersed only for a minute. Then went to a cup full of cold water.
Dont use tongs when getting the case off the water as it will ruin the shape of the case. As the case is sensitive when its really hot.
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I'm definitely going to try this
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Casper34 said:
Im on my 3rd case, I will try this next.
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Lol im on my third case as well gonna try as soon as I get home from work
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I did this today after work. Boiled for 1 minute then in cold water it did snug it back up.... Wonder for how long though
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I had two otterbox defender cases and got fed up with the stretching, so I looked around found Ballistic SX0932-M385 SG MAXX. I'm sort of a clean freak and take off the case it always keeps a tight fix.
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ironman1000 said:
I had two otterbox defender cases and got fed up with the stretching, so I looked around found Ballistic SX0932-M385 SG MAXX. I'm sort of a clean freak and take off the case it always keeps a tight fix.
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Ballistics sg maxx is a great case. Best drop protection imo. With them big chunky corners it just bounces back at you lol. My wife had it on hers for awhile.
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zakth said:
I went with the body glove tough suit because I don't like how the otter box distorts the screen with that rainbow effect. No stretching yet but if I have that issue I'll use your idea.
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HAHA BUDDY!!!! Same thing here! I love my BodyGlove ToughSuit!!! Gray/White Version Here! I got sick and tired of the OtterBox Warranty claims, however this is the first device I've had the stretching issue with an OtterBox...
I also had the same issues, solved them (temporary) by heating up the rubber in a microwave. Well, the rubber still started to stretch again after some time, I contacted Otterbox and received a brand new Otterbox Defender which still looks very good. I´ve removed the screen protector though
Ive just stopped using my defender because of this reason, and I won't buy another one again because of it.......... thought they were supposed to be the best.......
Well, unfortunately there is hardly a similar case available which 1) offers some protection and 2) looks somehow decent and fancy enough the be used on a daily basis.
There are some similar chinese cases available which also offer a hard plastic shell and some rubber around...but look in my oppinion rather ugly than a regular Otterbox Defender.
Have a look at this one : http://www.amazon.de/yuba-RoboCase-...1367166500&sr=8-2&keywords=galaxy+s3+survivor
Since the support was kind enough to me, though I bought my case used in another board and didn´t receive a invoice, I may still consider to use other Otterbox Cases with other devices.
The stretching isn't the only flaw with these cases. The clips that hold the two plastic portions together also seem to break after awhile. Guess you can't complain too much when they send another free though.
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MiG8GT said:
The stretching isn't the only flaw with these cases. The clips that hold the two plastic portions together also seem to break after awhile. Guess you can't complain too much when they send another free though.
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My clips broke and they sent another one not liking the case might try something new like the ballistic sg maxx
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