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Why even bother with a minimal protection case for gs3?

The genuine galaxy s3 battery covers are so inexpensive! $7.99 straight from the verizon website.
I'm starting to think a cover with minimal protection that costs more than the battery cover itself is silly.
However, I do think it makes sense to use a bumper case for the phone, one with a slight lip on both the top and bottom to offer some protection to the screen/camera when you lay it flat.
This phone is too beautiful to cover it up......
anyone with me?

I agree sir. I used to have one of those barely there cases on my GS1 but it didn't cover any of the corners or the front so yeah... they don't make sense to me either unless you're just trying to protect your battery cover from scratches. I picked up this rear cover for that exact reason.

Paging Dr B said:
I agree sir. I used to have one of those barely there cases on my GS1 but it didn't cover any of the corners or the front so yeah... they don't make sense to me either unless you're just trying to protect your battery cover from scratches. I picked up this rear cover for that exact reason.
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Link to these covers please?
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We all have opinions and different places we use our phones.
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Easy.
Most people want to protect their battery cover from dirty tables as well. If you accidental put your GS3 on a wet table, the case is good. The cover not so much.

for me personally, this phone needs a case just for ergonomics. Without one im constantly hitting the volume rocker/power button by accident. at least with a slim case my fingers can go over the buttons without accidentally pressing them. They also cover the sides of the phone and add a little lip protection to the front.
I have a sgp ultra thin btw..

I ordered that cover! Same color and everything. I'm currently using tpu bumpers and waiting for that cover to come in.
Sent from my Aokp Galaxy s3!

cashyftw said:
I ordered that cover! Same color and everything. I'm currently using tpu bumpers and waiting for that cover to come in.
Sent from my Aokp Galaxy s3!
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I love it. I was also using a TPU bumper but I stopped using it. The cut out on the top right corner really started to bother me too much, especially after I put the new cover on.

micromania said:
Why even bother with a minimal protection case for gs3?
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For me...grip. The OEM battery door is so damn slippery. I also have the same the blue/carbon battery door on order for this reason.

You may ask why even bother, but do you really want to risk it. I mean these phones are quite expensive.
I use the trident aegis and am very confident in the protection this case offers. Not to mention it looks great.
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Where do you see the stock battery covers for $7.99 on the Verizon website?
I may need to buy one to return my phone...

I use minimal protection for decent grip and as someone else said, to keep from accidentally hitting buttons. Besides, a little protection is always better than none whatsoever.

tomtommy306 said:
You may ask why even bother, but do you really want to risk it. I mean these phones are quite expensive.
I use the trident aegis and am very confident in the protection this case offers. Not to mention it looks great.
Check it out:
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He was referring to these types of cases. http://www.case-mate.com/Samsung-Ga...Mate-Samsung-Galaxy-S3-Barely-There-Cases.asp The ones that are technically a case but they hardly protect the front, have no coverage on the top and bottom, and have zero protection on the corners.

Verizon OEM at Samsung.com
I was able to find them for 19.99 on Samsung.com.
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www [dot] samsung [dot] com/us/mobile/cell-phones-accessories/SCH-I535MBBVZW-product
OP - where on Verizon's website were you able to find it for 7.99? Can you provide us with link please.
Thanks!

Paging Dr B said:
He was referring to these types of cases. http://www.case-mate.com/Samsung-Ga...Mate-Samsung-Galaxy-S3-Barely-There-Cases.asp The ones that are technically a case but they hardly protect the front, have no coverage on the top and bottom, and have zero protection on the corners.
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+1
lol i had the exact same thoughts as OP...but thought i might put a target on myself to get flamed haha
my opinion is the same. what is the point when these relatively expensive cases provide zero protection on the corners and the front? the battery cover can be easily replaced..and cheap too. the front? not so much...in my opinion if im getting a case for protection then it has to have a decent front raised lip and good corners protection..

Kreeker said:
Where do you see the stock battery covers for $7.99 on the Verizon website?
I may need to buy one to return my phone...
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VirtuaPirate said:
OP - where on Verizon's website were you able to find it for 7.99? Can you provide us with link please.
Thanks!
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Here is the link. Both blue and white are available!
http://www.verizonwireless.com/b2c/store/accessory?&&action=accessoryDetails&archetypeId=13150&accessoryId=51429&initialPhoneId=5918

Thanks!
micromania said:
Here is the link. Both blue and white are available!
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Woah..I checked twice on Verizon's website after you posted it, but never managed to find it.Gotta get my eyes checked, spending too much time on my GS3 it seems!
Thanks a ton for pointing it out, though!

micromania said:
Here is the link. Both blue and white are available!
http://www.verizonwireless.com/b2c/store/accessory?&&action=accessoryDetails&archetypeId=13150&accessoryId=51429&initialPhoneId=5918
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Amazing now if Verizon decides to deny my replacement on Thursday I'll just buy this so they replace it!

tomtommy306 said:
You may ask why even bother, but do you really want to risk it. I mean these phones are quite expensive.
I use the trident aegis and am very confident in the protection this case offers. Not to mention it looks great.
Check it out:
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Sweet we got same set up.... Blue aegis hehe it looks really good
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tomtommy306 said:
You may ask why even bother, but do you really want to risk it. I mean these phones are quite expensive.
I use the trident aegis and am very confident in the protection this case offers. Not to mention it looks great.
Check it out:
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I am sorry but that case is hideous!
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Black Bumper for S3 (HQ pics) Recommend!!

Let me start this review just by saying that i love bumper cases. I
have been looking over the internet to find the best bumper case for
our Galaxy s3. I came across this case. Its a STRONG silicone bumper
that completes me in every aspect.
First of all. Its cheap. I think that everyone can try a cheap case
and if they dont like it, they throw it to their dog. (hehehe) Guys,
seriously. this is the best bumper case i have seen over the internet.
Why? It has a nice touch when you are holding your
phone. VERY nice touch. You will want to just hold your phone because
it has a nice feel Second of all: PROTECTION. And i mean it. Front,
back and sides are fully protected.
Front side (screen): the case has a slight bump on the edges so if the
phone drops the floor, its still protected (floor not the road hehe).
Back: Again, the case has a bump on the edges. So if your phone drops
on the back, protected!!! if you want to lay down your phone on a
table: PROTECTED.
Sides: Full protection, which is obvious why: its the case hehe.
Buttons: FULLy accessible button, both power and volume buttons. They
are covered by a soft silicone so there are very easy to press
(compare to the other tpu case i have reviewed)
I dont know if there are more colours available. You must check on
sellers ebay site.
Rating: If this case would be rated its a rock solid 5/5. Believe me
on this. It defenently worths every peny guys. I even compare it with
a TPU bumper case, that i have reviewed last week, amd this is by far
better.
Enjoy the pictures. I tried to take as many as possible.
I will review more bumper cases in the near future so stay tuned.
You can buy this on this link:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Simple-Blac...620863?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3f1b0aa03f
if you find this review helpful, hit thanks

Nice review! Around the volume rocker it might need a little work but I've already ordered one of these.. 4$ shipped to Canada and it looks decent.
Thanks for the review!

You will like the case mate, i guarantee you that. Feedback when you get it so everyone knows from you too

Good review, I have the white one. Easily the best case.
Owned a casemate brushed aluminum and SGP neo case
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i have two of this. It comes apart easily, especially where the micro usb hole is. Very good review though. Waiting to get the sgp one because i too love bumpers
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Xcor3 said:
i have two of this. It comes apart easily, especially where the micro usb hole is. Very good review though. Waiting to get the sgp one because i too love bumpers
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I love the idea of this case, but had a similar one for my Galaxy Nexus which fell apart in a matter of days. Would be interested in reading an updated review of this one in a few weeks.

I have this case on my phone for a while and feels very steady guys. Note that i am snaping batteries daily, so the case comes on and off (by me i mean) and I havent got a problem so far.

Xcor3 said:
i have two of this. It comes apart easily, especially where the micro usb hole is. Very good review though. Waiting to get the sgp one because i too love bumpers
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davpel said:
I love the idea of this case, but had a similar one for my Galaxy Nexus which fell apart in a matter of days. Would be interested in reading an updated review of this one in a few weeks.
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Do you guys mean the material of the case degraded? This is all one-piece right? I was JUST shopping for my first bumper case and saw some aluminum ones that snap or screw together, but it seemed like the TPU ones are just a single piece of material and wrap around the edges.

Its a single piece mate. Plus you dont lose any signal plus its a snap in snap out plus its veryyy cheap

How does this fit with a zag shield?
Galaxy S3 Paranoid ROM.

I think that with the zagg shield you will be ok. The case has already a tight fit so its better not to use extra protection underneeth. I dont think you need zagf shield for the back cover because its already protected from the case.

ponyboy82 said:
Do you guys mean the material of the case degraded? This is all one-piece right? I was JUST shopping for my first bumper case and saw some aluminum ones that snap or screw together, but it seemed like the TPU ones are just a single piece of material and wrap around the edges.
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If it is anything like the one for the Galaxy Nexus (and it appears to be the same), there is a hard plastic material used on the rear portions of the bumper, while the piece which surrounds the screen is flexible rubber. With the GN, the two materials separated.

is it easy to take it in and out of your pant pocket

denny_1986 said:
is it easy to take it in and out of your pant pocket
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yes its very easy dont worry.

Do these work with any charging dock? I ordered one today but just wondering ...
...sent from Infinity

PaulQ602 said:
Do these work with any charging dock? I ordered one today but just wondering ...
...sent from Infinity
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i dont know for sure, but i think that it is going to work because the case is thin on the bottom. :good:

Thanks for the review, I ended up buying the same one but in white. I'm guessing they come from china because this thing isn't going to arrive for like three weeks haha. Oh well whatever.
My clear diztronic tpu case is starting to turn yellow and blue from my jeans so I really need something else. For three bucks I hope it holds up for a little while.

Do you think the the bezel or screen would get damaged if I dropped it from pocket height and it hit the corner on cement? Just wondering if I should still be extra careful when using this bumper.

rlatjs17 said:
Do you think the the bezel or screen would get damaged if I dropped it from pocket height and it hit the corner on cement? Just wondering if I should still be extra careful when using this bumper.
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if your phone hits a straight floor, then its protected. if ur phone hits the road it might be scratched. try to avoid the roads hahahaha :laugh:

dunderball said:
Thanks for the review, I ended up buying the same one but in white. I'm guessing they come from china because this thing isn't going to arrive for like three weeks haha. Oh well whatever.
My clear diztronic tpu case is starting to turn yellow and blue from my jeans so I really need something else. For three bucks I hope it holds up for a little while.
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i got mine in less than 3 weeks becuase the seller shipped the case in an envelope (like a mail). for three bucks its a bargain.

Very Nice G3 Case and Cheap Also

One of the best cases I've ever owned can be bought here. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JW7AQWY/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1. This case fits perfect, adds almost no bulk, matte black and almost feels like there is no case on the phone.

I have this case and it was 1 cent plus 4.99 shipping, but now it is 5.99 + 4.99 s/h:
http://www.amazon.com/Fintie-Smart-Circle-Case-Protector/dp/B00KL65WPG

networkdood said:
I have this case and it was 1 cent plus 4.99 shipping, but now it is 5.99 + 4.99 s/h:
http://www.amazon.com/Fintie-Smart-Circle-Case-Protector/dp/B00KL65WPG
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I don't like flip cases, but the texture looks cool

just bought the otterbox defender; hard to beat that case

wavrunrx said:
just bought the otterbox defender; hard to beat that case
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Same. I have never lost a phone in an otter box. They are well protected[emoji2]

Ordered the Supcase last night. Good deal with good reviews.

I live by these. Almost no bulk, no antenna hole, AND there's a kickstand! Works with a Skinomi screen protector without pushing up the edges too. Oh, and cheap.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/37108973287...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649

npaladin2000 said:
I live by these. Almost no bulk, no antenna hole, AND there's a kickstand! Works with a Skinomi screen protector without pushing up the edges too. Oh, and cheap.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/37108973287...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
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That is the ugliest POS case. You've posted about this case in numerous threads on XDA - do you work for the company or something? They're horrible. Stop please.

bigkevbosky said:
That is the ugliest POS case. You've posted about this case in numerous threads on XDA - do you work for the company or something? They're horrible. Stop please.
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The company is some unknown generic Chinese company or something, don't know and I really don't care either. And I'll shut up as soon as all the other people shut up about their favorite ugly cases, how about that?

Otterbox

Spigen Ultra Fit
Got this one, pretty happy with it as it adds hardly anything to the form factor. Using the free screen protector it came with...after a failed attempt with the Spigen Tempered Glass (two pieces of dust got under...drove me crazy). The case does have the antenna cut out but I didnt really care. Nice and simple

Tech21 hands down.

Waiting on my spigen slim armor

wavrunrx said:
just bought the otterbox defender; hard to beat that case
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So would you say the Otter is worth the extra money?

CottonCreeper said:
So would you say the Otter is worth the extra money?
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extra money over the otterbox defender you mean ?
if thats the case, personally i would say yes.... easily, because i for one wont be sticking this huge phone in my pocket. this phone needs to be attached to my belt. plus the otterbox 'rubber' has a real great feel to it, and a swiveling beltclip ?
get oudda 'ere :highfive:

happilyaccosted said:
Spigen Ultra Fit
Got this one, pretty happy with it as it adds hardly anything to the form factor. Using the free screen protector it came with...after a failed attempt with the Spigen Tempered Glass (two pieces of dust got under...drove me crazy). The case does have the antenna cut out but I didnt really care. Nice and simple
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I had a Spigen Ultra Fit on my N5 and loved it. Wonder if they'll come out with one that doesn't have the antenna cut out.
Any of you guys using the thicker cases have wireless charging? Does it still work? The Spigen on the N5 worked great with wireless charging.

havanahjoe said:
I had a Spigen Ultra Fit on my N5 and loved it. Wonder if they'll come out with one that doesn't have the antenna cut out.
Any of you guys using the thicker cases have wireless charging? Does it still work? The Spigen on the N5 worked great with wireless charging.
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Still waiting on an oem back with qi charging for the US.
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budco2000 said:
One of the best cases I've ever owned can be bought here. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JW7AQWY/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1. This case fits perfect, adds almost no bulk, matte black and almost feels like there is no case on the phone.
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Thanks, I had bought the Verus Thor (slim armor) http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00J9TBM96/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 and didn't like how big it is. Just got this delivered and it is way better. Doesn't add bulk and I like how the camera cutout feels. It kind of guide's your finger to where it is going, The other one I got felt like I was reaching into a hole to find the buttons.

Some random rubber/plastic case from Ebay for $3 shipped.
Done.

Had to edit this post. The case has a very sharp edge on the bottom where the pinky rests while holding the phone one handed. Not impressed..
G3

TPU Bumper?

So I've been looking for a TPU bumper for a while, and all I've seen are normal cases which have a back. I'm looking for one thats just a bumper and without a back. currently i have an aluminum bumper on my OPO but i dont like it much because of the sharp corners and slipperiness.
Anyone know of any tpu bumpers out there?

bumper!

I've been looking for a bumper like I had on my Moto X. Haven't found one yet. Only the aluminum bumper.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Hybrid-...t=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=&hash=item19e734f0ba

JJHunterx said:
I've been looking for a bumper like I had on my Moto X. Haven't found one yet. Only the aluminum bumper.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Hybrid-...t=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=&hash=item19e734f0ba
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yea i would love something like this. cant find anything

nuwan32 said:
yea i would love something like this. cant find anything
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Closest thing I could find: http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Orzly-Fu...97?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_15&hash=item3cef188cd1
Bought it for mine and got it last week, it works pretty well. Already dropped it once and no marks

GalaxyWhy said:
Closest thing I could find: http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Orzly-Fu...97?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_15&hash=item3cef188cd1
Bought it for mine and got it last week, it works pretty well. Already dropped it once and no marks
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this isnt a bumper though. its a case with a clear back. plus according to reviews, theres a gap between the lip and the bezel of the device which doesnt look that great, and the back clear plastic scratches really easily :/

nuwan32 said:
this isnt a bumper though. its a case with a clear back. plus according to reviews, theres a gap between the lip and the bezel of the device which doesnt look that great, and the back clear plastic scratches really easily :/
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I know its not a true bumper im saying its the closest thing we got lol

I think there are no TPU bumpers available because they do not hold to the edge without slipping often. Just imagine you put a rubber band around the edge of the phone and taking it in and out of your pocket.

aerosmith said:
I think there are no TPU bumpers available because they do not hold to the edge without slipping often. Just imagine you put a rubber band around the edge of the phone and taking it in and out of your pocket.
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this is unfortunate. i think it is possible to make one though. the nexus 4 has a bumper and its completely round lol. plus rhinoshield had a model for it, they just never went through with making it.

I have been looking for one as well. I thought about getting that Orzly Fusion mentioned earlier in the thread and seeing if I could separate the back from it. I love the feel of my sandstone back, and don't want to cover it.

Looks like that might work. I think if you used a dremel cutting wheel and left a little of the clear lip around the back it might work really well.

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I have been looking for one as well. I thought about getting that Orzly Fusion mentioned earlier in the thread and seeing if I could separate the back from it. I love the feel of my sandstone back, and don't want to cover it.
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I have one and you should be able to do that, however, it does seem like the back would be loose which means you might have to either cut the plastic from the outer edge which can be a hard job and leave some plastic left on the inside to cover the slack or fill in the slack with something else, either way it is achievable but you do risk losing £10

Here is the only bumper I've found so far : http://id.aliexpress.com/item/2014-...luminum-Metal-Hard-Thin-Slim/32234240942.html

3RR0R404 said:
Here is the only bumper I've found so far : http://id.aliexpress.com/item/2014-...luminum-Metal-Hard-Thin-Slim/32234240942.html
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this is an aluminum bumper and its the one i have right now :/

any updates to this situation?

hogze94 said:
any updates to this situation?
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I don't think anything exists that is a bumper case that isn't made out of some kind of metal.

There are quite a few metal bumper case for OPO on Ebay and and Indian Ecommerce site flipkart, but I don't want a metal one.

arjunpaliath said:
There are quite a few metal bumper case for OPO on Ebay and and Indian Ecommerce site flipkart, but I don't want a metal one.
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yea and those ones are all the same.

i found the pros and cons of oneplus one bumper please check it out should i buy it or not
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I0z2SOBbams

ngupta93 said:
i found the pros and cons of oneplus one bumper please check it out should i buy it or not
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I0z2SOBbams
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Stop spamming your video
Last three threads I've read you have posted your video
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X-Level clear TPU case, for the minimalist case user! (Pixel 2 XL)

Just received some of the Clear X-Level TPU case I found and ordered, it is .78mm with clear matte edges all around that feel great in hand.
https://photos.app.goo.gl/YNDccnTmGaIv250z1
The case is similar to the 'MNML' case in that it does not provide a lip for the screen, but it does hug the screens curves to provide a bit more protection in case of accidental drops since it is made of TPU. Dont get me wrong, it is not not a drop proof case at all, but even thin TPU material can absorb more of an impact than hard plastic, and with a good screen protector you're set. The camera is also ever so recessed enough that it wont hit flat surfaces when placed on them. The buttons are also feel great and tactile.
The only thing that may bother some, but doesn't bother me since it isnt that noticeable from afar, is that even though it has the "dot buffer" most clear tpu cases have, it still shows some "water markings" where the case meets the back glass. This is likely because of how thin the case is, and how the back glass curves and melts into the 2 XL's corners. The case will also likely yellow and scratch over time, but that is why I got a small supply lol. I'll be able to swap them out as needed since it will be my daily for a while.
(On a side note) If anyone is interested I would also be wiling to sell some of the extra I have. I know it sounds like an ad for me to sell... but I just feel I got more than I needed.. and it seems these are hard to get in the US for some reason. So if you are just let me know, id do $12 shipped, first class, US. If you want more than one Id do a deal cause of shipping as well! If I have more than one left i want to sell that is lol

I find matte finish slippery and like the cheap TPU L&K case on Amazon much better. They don't get much smaller than L&K.

scottjal said:
I find matte finish slippery and like the cheap TPU L&K case on Amazon much better. They don't get much smaller than L&K.
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It actually does. The L&K is about as thick as the Ringke Bevel. I had the "Pleson" version of it (theyre both the same just rebranded) and that is how thick it felt. The X-Level is .78mm thin.

Have a link for where you got it?
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Have a link for where you got it?
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I don't, a buddy bought a small lot from gearbest I think. That's why I have more extras than I need.

Nocturnal86 said:
I don't, a buddy bought a small lot from gearbest I think. That's why I have more extras than I need.
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Check your PayPal

zaydaboss said:
Check your PayPal
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Check your PM's, need your address

Nocturnal86 said:
Check your PM's, need your address
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Loving this case. Was concerned it would crack like the mnml ones it's tpu so that won't be a issue this will keep me from going commando I hate cases

You have a spare case to sell me?

rfuser said:
You have a spare case to sell me?
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Just saw this, sent you a PM

What about sending one up north to Canada, eh?

evanwier said:
What about sending one up north to Canada, eh?
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If you pay for shipping along with the case lol

eBay got the hook-up: https://www.ebay.com/itm/X-Level-Pu...-Slim-Armor-Clear-Soft-TPU-Cover/222698641914
It took 23 days to reach me in Los Angeles from China.
Just got mine yesterday and I love it. I've been on the hunt for a good clear case to show off the phone. I first had the Spigen Liquid Crystal but it added a bit too much bulk for my liking. This one is just thick enough to protect the rear camera lens when the device is resting face-up. My only complaints are that:
1. there is no lip to protect the screen if I want to set the phone face-down (seems to be common amongst slim cases), and
2. the cut-outs are a bit sharp from being unfinished (though really this is not a big deal for me).
The fingerprint reader cut-out is a bit off-center but at a glance it isn't noticeable for me.

Unfortunately after some time (2 weeks) case has weird bluish discoloration.
I'm assuming this came from holding my phone in pocket (jeans).
I have also Ringke clear case and same story, same discoloration.

been using this for more than half year, same as other tpu case, it will turn yellow as time goes by.