Just got my new S3 it is awesome! Upgraded from a Dinc2 which was a great resilient phone but such a step up with the S3.
Wondering if people are buying cases for the S3, if so which ones? also screen protectors, i know it has gorilla glass but so did the Dinc2 and i still got scratches on that screen. What do you guys think? any horror stories?
applejacks108 said:
Just got my new S3 it is awesome! Upgraded from a Dinc2 which was a great resilient phone but such a step up with the S3.
Wondering if people are buying cases for the S3, if so which ones? also screen protectors, i know it has gorilla glass but so did the Dinc2 and i still got scratches on that screen. What do you guys think? any horror stories?
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I have a diztronic tpu case and a body Glove tpu case. I'm currently rocking the body Glove tpu case with a Reearth screen protector. Best combo I've seen for this phone. Don't get the wet application screen protectors, I've tried 2 and neither work well with the tpu cases for this phone.
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Noticed a couple hair line scratches on the screen after a couple days. Went and bought an otterbox. All is well.
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Got an Otterbox Commuter case that came with a screen protector. Two layers (one soft rubber inside and one hard plastic over) make for a very protected S3
how much does the otterbox add to the thickness? I like the idea of military grade protection but i really like how sleek the s3 is
It does add thickness, I just measured and if you take your micro USB charger and place the micro USB end on top of the USB end, it's that thick.
you would be much better off reading this forum: http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1670
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So I thought I'd start a thread about cases. I'm still looking for a case and a screen protector for my phone. So post pics of yours and a review of how you like it!
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There are a lot of thread about different cases with pictures and reviews in them already, did you look?
ghost armor ftw
I got the D30 impact protection case from tmobile. spend 25 on it.
as for screen protector i got one off ebay for 1.00 and it works great.
Im using a body glove case from T-mobile ( $30 )
And a ultra tough Screen protecter from Body Guardz ($9 Shipped , I had a coupon, I think its usually $20)
Realook Screen Protector + Seidio Active Case or Ballistic Case = Golden
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Realook Screen Protector + Seidio Active Case or Ballistic Case = Golden
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Exactly what I was thinking. I got the Ballistic case and I love it. I also got the SGP ultra oleophobic screen protector (the one for the skyrocket) and I absolutely hate it!
It attracts oil like a magnet, and the smudges make the rainbow effect, even wiping them doesn't clean it; it just moved the smudge around until I do a few passes. I even thought I installed it with the sticky side up, but no, I checked.
Anyway, rant aside, do you have any of these problems with the realook?
so i am torn between getting the ballistic case or waiting for the trident ams kraken
ive never owned either anyone have an opinion of both?
i know ballistic is big and bulky but thats what i need as i drop my phone alot.
Ballistic case and Zagg screen protector love both.
SEXY = Incipio feather case + steinheil ultra crystal screen protector blah blah blah
protection just from scratches and greasy hands
if you drop it....God help you...
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Exactly what I was thinking. I got the Ballistic case and I love it. I also got the SGP ultra oleophobic screen protector (the one for the skyrocket) and I absolutely hate it!
It attracts oil like a magnet, and the smudges make the rainbow effect, even wiping them doesn't clean it; it just moved the smudge around until I do a few passes. I even thought I installed it with the sticky side up, but no, I checked.
Anyway, rant aside, do you have any of these problems with the realook?
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I did a bad install the first time, there was lint and the SP was slightly off, I couldn't deal with it so I took it off and applied the 2nd one, and to perfection it's still on here and looks as if it isn't there.
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so i am torn between getting the ballistic case or waiting for the trident ams kraken
ive never owned either anyone have an opinion of both?
i know ballistic is big and bulky but thats what i need as i drop my phone alot.
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Yes it may be bulky but it is great protection. I let my little cousin play with it, she dropped it not once, but TWICE on cobblestone, and it survived both times, no cosmetic damage on the case either. I'm gonna go back to Seidio as I need it with a holster, tired of pulling in and out of my pocket. If the Seidio holster fits the Ballistic case, I might as well keep the Ballistic on here.
Never ever buy an anti glare, it's horrible.
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Never ever buy an anti glare, it's horrible.
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Definitely! It makes the white background so grainy and takes away from the beauty of the AMOLED screen.
Best Skins Ever are - The Best!
I just received this and applied it. 24 hours later, there are no bubbles and the view quality is perfect! One of the (many) things I appreciate about my SGS2 is its thinness. My thinking was why get a case that only takes away from that svelt feel? While it may not protect well against a drop of 6+ feet, I pay for monthly insurance for that - I know it won't get scratched up. I think it actually makes the phone better to grip with it on as well! You can't beat the price either at either $6.99 for the screen only, or $8.99 for the entire device. Highly recommended!!!
http://www.bestskinsever.com/samsung-galaxy-s-ii-t-mobile-skin-1
Ballistic case and Zagg screen !!!!
I was thinking about getting g a D30 case.
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I was gonna get the ballistics case but I was worried that the corners are too bulbous. Any opinions?
I'm getting the D30 case for Christmas. Will report back with a review after Christmas.
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Realook Screen Protector + Diztronic Black Matte Case = Smexy.
I've kept my phone naked since I got it, but I feel the need for a screen protector and a case. I'm looking for a case that will protect my device good, and a screen protector that is not built into the device but protects the screen well. I'm not wanting the Zagg invisible shield because of its orange-peel like texture, and I don't want an OtterBox due to its price. Any opinions on what I should get?
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go ballistic its only 17 on ebay or amazon and screen protector is your own call i have a privacy one on my phone
I've been running with the black Seidio Surface Case with holster belt clip and the Steinheil Crystal Clear screen protector since day one. It's good protection without much bulk. I got them both from Amazon.
Check out Incipio Feather on ebay, very minimal size and comes with a screen protector.
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what are people using for heavy duty protection my job is pretty rugged outside in the elements a lot right now i m using the seidio convert case and its nice but its dosent have a built in screen protector it comes with a stick on one but i ve never had good luck with them i had an otterbox defender with my evo 4g and it was great i alsohad great customer service with otterbox i think i m gonna get another defender series otterbox i m just curious if there are any other hard core protective cases i should look into
What are some good extended battery cases? I'm in the market for a new extended battery and a case to go with it. Please do not say Trexcell, I received a bad battery from them and emailed them numerous times w/o a response.
i like the trident aegis case. I come with covers over the headphone jack and usb port and dust covers over the mic and speakers. Best part on $19.99 on ebay with free shipping and it comes with a screen protector.
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I've been running with the black Seidio Surface Case with holster belt clip and the Steinheil Crystal Clear screen protector since day one. It's good protection without much bulk. I got them both from Amazon.
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I've heard great things about the Steinheil Crystal Clear. I've been told it's one of the best screen protectors out there.
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I've heard great things about the Steinheil Crystal Clear. I've been told it's one of the best screen protectors out there.
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Steinheil is definitely my favorite screen protector. Used on my old SGS1. Prefer matted because it eliminates sun glare/ oil, and rainbow effects. Here is the manufacturer's site.
spigen.com/cell-phone/samsung/galaxy-s2/galaxy-s2-epic-4g-touch.html
FYI: It's been confirmed in another thread, but our screens ARE made with Gorilla Glass.
ALSO: Here is a link for otterbox.com promo codes to take the price down some if you're still interested: retailmenot.com/view/otterbox.com
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FYI: It's been confirmed in another thread, but our screens ARE made with Gorilla Glass.
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I started thinking that was the case. I wasn't quite sure though.
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I just use a generic black tpu case and generic screen protector. But I keep pretty good care of my phones so I don't have a need for a heavy duty one.
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I bought a ago steinhel flex and I put it on my phone but after only two days one corner has been lifted I don't know what went wrong, I bought it specifically because I read wet protectors don't lift up on the edges :/ . I'm guessing is because I have a Neo hybrid sgp case which has really tight borders.
I just ordered a sgp ultra hybrid which borders fit a little looser on the phone, what do you say should I buy another steinhel flex? Or maybe try the sgp oleophobic which is supposed to be smaller, but it is a dry application which people here are not fans of, maybe try the xo skins case fit?
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Tpu cases usually work well. Try diztronics revision 3.
let it be.
the 6 for a dollar ones I get from eBay doesn't interfere with any of my cases. I always suggest those.
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the 6 for a dollar ones I get from eBay doesn't interfere with any of my cases. I always suggest those.
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link please
androidtoy09 said:
link please
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Here you go:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAP...0&ssPageName=ADME:L:OC:US:3160#ht_1608wt_1270
It's amazing so far, and it won't scratch. I love em.
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I bought a ago steinhel flex and I put it on my phone but after only two days one corner has been lifted I don't know what went wrong, I bought it specifically because I read wet protectors don't lift up on the edges :/ . I'm guessing is because I have a Neo hybrid sgp case which has really tight borders.
I just ordered a sgp ultra hybrid which borders fit a little looser on the phone, what do you say should I buy another steinhel flex? Or maybe try the sgp oleophobic which is supposed to be smaller, but it is a dry application which people here are not fans of, maybe try the xo skins case fit?
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it's a common problem for phones whose screens are almost in line with the bezel and if you have a case that covers the bezel. the only solution i saw is to use a smaller protector so the corners of the case would not touch the corners of the protector so it prevents lifting.
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it's a common problem for phones whose screens are almost in line with the bezel and if you have a case that covers the bezel. the only solution i saw is to use a smaller protector so the corners of the case would not touch the corners of the protector so it prevents lifting.
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Diztronics was offering screen protectors like that but people whined about it and diztronics caved in.
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Diztronics was offering screen protectors like that but people whined about it and diztronics caved in.
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the man who's post i will forever keep in my sig. hahaha. good you mentioned that. i didn't actually use my diztronic protector as i have a capdase klia on my gnex. but since it's cut between the size of the actual screen and the one that sgp makes, it seems to not give me any peeling off issues. i guess i'll just keep my free diztronic protector then. hehehe
chances are you have the full screen version if you got the rev3 case. i think the almost to the edge sp's were shipped with earlier versions of the tpu.
i have the full screen xoskins using my diztronic. it doesn't lift the corners or anything!
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Here you go:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAP...0&ssPageName=ADME:L:OC:US:3160#ht_1608wt_1270
It's amazing so far, and it won't scratch. I love em.
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I agree with you. I used to waste money on "premium" wet and dry screen protectors but I end up going back to cheap plasticy screen protectors lol. They are so easy to apply, no yellow peel, no draggy feeling and I can just replace them any time I want with peace of mind
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I agree with you. I used to waste money on "premium" wet and dry screen protectors but I end up going back to cheap plasticy screen protectors lol. They are so easy to apply, no yellow peel, no draggy feeling and I can just replace them any time I want with peace of mind
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Haha, yeah exactly! I used to get mad at myself for spending like 14-15 bucks on those wet application types... And only for it to peel off and make the screen look ugly.
I was so mad today. I bought the xo screen protector and had it on for 2 days. I decided to go for a jog and used my arm band case. After the run I tried to remove it from the arm band case, the plastic on the case stuck on the glass of the phone so tight it actually lifted the screen protector while I was trying to remove it so it got ruined. Just a heads up for those getting those "wet application" protectors. Ordered those plasticy clingy ones right after.
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I was so mad today. I bought the xo screen protector and had it on for 2 days. I decided to go for a jog and used my arm band case. After the run I tried to remove it from the arm band case, the plastic on the case stuck on the glass of the phone so tight it actually lifted the screen protector while I was trying to remove it so it got ruined. Just a heads up for those getting those "wet application" protectors. Ordered those plasticy clingy ones right after.
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Damn that's a bummer... My semi-OCD self would be so pissed if that happened to me.
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Here you go:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAP...0&ssPageName=ADME:L:OC:US:3160#ht_1608wt_1270
It's amazing so far, and it won't scratch. I love em.
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1+ Also, tried most of the wet applied ones and these are a lot nicer, no orange peel to worry about with these.
Hello Everyone,
I am interested in buying a glass screen protector for my phone. There are couple out there but I am unsure with which I should buy. I am debating between iloome Screenmate and Seidio Vitreo however I am not sure which is better. Do any of you have a good glass screen protector? Thanks
Buy a UAG case. It comes with a protector. If you want a holster, Amazon sells one by Reiko that even works with an Otterbox Defender. It's a fantastic holster, and was like 3 dollars. And the holster comes with a screen protector, too!
Honestly wouldn't spend a lot of money on one. Think they are mostly the same. Mostly paying for brand.
If you don't want a holster, just pick up some cheap intl s3 ones. Recommend you buy a pack.
If your not looking for a case that comes with a protector, I would just get a pack of clear protectors off of ebay for a few bucks. I had one on my phone before I got my otterbox defender, which has one built in. The cheap ones did just as good of a job as the one on my otterbox.
Man you guys totally did not answer his question, he's asking about those glass screen protectors not those crappy ones from ebay. Personally op I'd go with the Iloome simply because I have one and it is totally awesome. It feels just like glass and it doesn't interfere witb the touch screen.
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Man you guys totally did not answer his question, he's asking about those glass screen protectors not those crappy ones from ebay. Personally op I'd go with the Iloome simply because I have one and it is totally awesome. It feels just like glass and it doesn't interfere witb the touch screen.
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Thank you
elflip88 said:
Man you guys totally did not answer his question, he's asking about those glass screen protectors not those crappy ones from ebay. Personally op I'd go with the Iloome simply because I have one and it is totally awesome. It feels just like glass and it doesn't interfere witb the touch screen.
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How is the iloome with cases? I have a seidio active case, do you think it will be compatible?
I'm not sure what one you should buy since i use the cheap ones and love them. However, a buddy of mine has the Gorilla glass protector and I don't like it. It has a very weird texture to it. It's almost like orange peel with little divots all over it. I think this is meant to reduce glare... I just don't like the feel though. I may have to check out one of those iloome for myself though.
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How is the iloome with cases? I have a seidio active case, do you think it will be compatible?
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Honestly I've never tried their cases, I used to have an Otterbox Commuter as my main case but the last few months I've had a UAG case. Both are pretty awesome
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I was using one of the $.99 eBay cases and dropped my phone a couple of weeks ago face down and of course the screen shattered. I just got it repaired and don't want this to happen again. Are there any cases that people can recommend that would protect the screen if I were to drop it facedown again?
Something with a raised lip?
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I was using one of the $.99 eBay cases and dropped my phone a couple of weeks ago face down and of course the screen shattered. I just got it repaired and don't want this to happen again. Are there any cases that people can recommend that would protect the screen if I were to drop it facedown again?
Something with a raised lip?
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Any of the Spigen cases. I currently have on the the hybrid but I love the slim armor and the fitted one
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+1 for the Spigen Slim Armor
Pretty much any case over 99 cents...
tech 21, here is a video of it http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2T0XwPq8BjY
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Slim armor!!
i know this kinda ot but do you guys have screen protector when using cases? i have my spigen just now and the edge of my screen protector goes bad when i grip hard the phone. i have the ZAGG invisibleSHIELD.
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i know this kinda ot but do you guys have screen protector when using cases? i have my spigen just now and the edge of my screen protector goes bad when i grip hard the phone. i have the ZAGG invisibleSHIELD.
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I honestly don't know how anybody can stand using the zagg, feels like you're running your finger across rubber to me. I have a spigen glaS TR, works great with the slim armor case. The others that would maybe work for you would be the trident aegis and the seidio active.
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I honestly don't know how anybody can stand using the zagg, feels like you're running your finger across rubber to me. I have a spigen glaS TR, works great with the slim armor case. The others that would maybe work for you would be the trident aegis and the seidio active.
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yeah, i love how it feels. lol. been using it also on my old device.
for the op, i been using the ultra-hybrid btw. really nice and not bulky feel.
I swear by my Diztronic TPU cases, been using them since I shattered my One S screen.
One of the main reasons is the amount of edge lip around the screen to protect it.
Having a lip on the case doesn't really stop the glass from shattering in any way. It's more to protect from scratching the screen when placed face down.
For drop protection, you need a cushion or buffer zone where some of the impact can be absorbed by the case and not the phone itself.
I hope going back to the Spigen case will save me now, same thing happened to me when I changed to a cover case which conveniently when I dropped my phone the cover opened up leaving my phone unprotected to fall on it's own screen and completely shattering, guess I should have stuck with the Spigen ultra hybrid.