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Best Skins Ever in stock at introductory prices!

Best Skins Ever finally has the Galaxy Nexus skins in stock ready to ship out Monday! They are also all discounted right now as an introductory price. I picked up 2 for myself, I've used these for my Nexus One, Nexus S, GS2, and now my Galaxy Nexus will have it's turn! Definitely the best wet type skin on the market. Shipping only a dollar too, better than everywhere else except Amazon...
http://www.bestskinsever.com/google-samsung-galaxy-nexus-skin

Nice find. 2 ordered
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weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!

I was thinking about getting the screen protector from them. can anyone comment on the quality of it? Is it very noticeable? bubbles? glare?

You will see orange peel. I just bought 2 back covers.
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is that a bad thing? are there any that don't give this orange peel? sorry for being so noobish but I never used one on my Nexus One

rock7632 said:
is that a bad thing? are there any that don't give this orange peel? sorry for being so noobish but I never used one on my Nexus One
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Well for starters, it ruins the crystal clear beautiful display.
I use it on the sides and back for a grippy feel.
SGP on the screen.

I have the same setup, I use SGP for the screen and Best Skins Ever for the body. But to compare all the wet install type shields, they will all have the orange peel effect but from my experience, Best Skins Ever is minimal and it isn't nearly as grippy feeling as the Zagg. In other words, your screen is still nice and smooth and not grippy if you use the Best Skins Ever screen protector.
Here are some pictures of the BSE on the Nexus S from a while ago: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=10398198&postcount=6

Do BSE skins for the SGN come with separate pieces for the battery case and device frame? Hard to tell from the Nexus S pictures. I used to use them on iPhones, but of course battery replacement was not an option with those...

I've used BSE on many products, good stuff and cheap! Also excellent customer service.

Balthazar B said:
Do BSE skins for the SGN come with separate pieces for the battery case and device frame? Hard to tell from the Nexus S pictures. I used to use them on iPhones, but of course battery replacement was not an option with those...
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They always have come with the pieces separate for me, at least when I got it for my Nexus One, Nexus S, and Galaxy S2... so I'm assuming it's the same thing for the Galaxy Nexus. If it doesn't then I will be very surprised.

So is screen protector edge to edge all the way around? And how is the battery cover handled since it is textured?
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So is screen protector edge to edge all the way around? And how is the battery cover handled since it is textured?
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From past experience, the screen cover is pretty much edge to edge everywhere. The textured back was kind of weird with the skin (I had a Galaxy S2 before this with the same textured back). At first when you put it on, you will notice gaps between the cover and the textured back, like it wasn't really on all the way. I left it alone and after about 2 weeks or so, it's like it dried out even more or shrunk to the textured backing and it looked good from then on out.

FYI people.....
25% off today through 14th on orders through them.
unfortunately i ordered yesterday and i asked if they can adjust my order.....
take advantage guys!!!

konman795 said:
Best Skins Ever is minimal and it isn't nearly as grippy feeling as the Zagg. In other words, your screen is still nice and smooth and not grippy if you use the Best Skins Ever screen protector.
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I hate hate hate how grippy zaggs are. I use sgp crystal clear on my dinc right now. Will I be able to tell the difference in grip between that and these you think? I just really love hard covers since my finger can slide across with no friction...
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Just bought one of these, apparently it's free shipping to UK as well? Hopefully they don't pull me up on that!

What exactly is this?
I'm having a hard time visualizing what this is. The images they have are of the phone and not the individual protectors. Anyone have pictures or anything to support the product? I've typically bought the the PET silicone stiff protector for the screen. Very nice stuff. But this product also has a body protector??
So again, if anyone has photo's I'd appreciate the wisdom.

JoniKickAHoleInTheSky said:
I'm having a hard time visualizing what this is. The images they have are of the phone and not the individual protectors. Anyone have pictures or anything to support the product? I've typically bought the the PET silicone stiff protector for the screen. Very nice stuff. But this product also has a body protector??
So again, if anyone has photo's I'd appreciate the wisdom.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=10398198&postcount=6
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I used these pictures as a reference.

Reynaldo28 said:
I used these pictures as a reference.
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i've talked to BSE and they said other than the battery cover being on piece, there are multiple pieces to the body parts.
skins ALWAYS look good on glossy phones.
they look good on textured phone too, but man glossy looks nice.
i have BSE for my NS and its awesome. i noticed that they are think to begin with.
some skins are thicker.

I have a question, if I do not like the look of the protector, will it be easy to remove and leave no damage?

[Q] case or naked?

Hey guys,
Im new here and just got my new galaxy nexus. I was just wondering how evryone here dresses their phone. I already put on a zagg screen protector and i am quite pleased with it however im not sure if its enough. So i bought a otterbox commuter case but hate the feel of it in my hand. I feel like this phone looks best naked with just the screen protector but not sure its enoigh since this is my contract phone and cant afford to break it. Now im not the clumsiest person and very rarely will drop my phone if ever, its more of a just in case thing. Maybe ill just use the case on occasions.

I ordered a couple cheaper rubberized cases and screen protectors after I got my GN. I don't mind the case every once and a while, but you realize how great the phone feels naked after using the case for a few days. I'll throw a case on it if I go out to a bar or something (expecting it to get knocked about), but for the most part I keep it naked.
I have yet to put the screen protectors on though. I just hate how they feel compared to the naked glass.

I always have a case on my phones from day 1. And with the Galaxy Nexus I have had a screen protector on since day 1 as well since this screen is more prone to scratching that other Gorilla Glass screens I have had on previous phones. (Argue with this all you want but it's true)
Believe it or not I do not do this to keep the phone pristine for my own amusement. I tend to resell my phones to offset the cost of the next phone I want to buy. In keeping the phone looking brand new the resale value is always much higher. So by spending the extra ~$30 up front, and holding on to all packaging and accessories, I can usually sell the phone in "like new condition" for an additional $75-$150 on top of what the same phone goes for with dings and scratches.

A case is a necessity. This is the slipperiest phone I've ever owned. I would have dropped it on day one without a case.

ericshmerick said:
A case is a necessity. This is the slipperiest phone I've ever owned. I would have dropped it on day one without a case.
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Eh. This phone is okay on the grip front. Slipperiest phone ever is the OG iPhone. That anodized aluminum was awful.

I have a TPU case, but haven't actually used it since I'm careful with my phones and I hate the added bulk. I will use it though, when hiking or traveling.

On the recommendation of a few others in other threads, I splurged on a good deal for the Seidio Convert case, which is basically the Surface, with another rugged skin on top, which is removable, and comes with a holster, too. It's freakin' awesome...you just have to be prepared to have some weight added for the extra protection.
I also purchased the Steinheil Flex for the screen but just got it and haven't put it on yet.
I agree that it is a slippery phone...extremely slippery....and I don't trust my grip or the accidents that happen in a classroom full of kids that I'm in every day.

Both honestly. Sometimes I use my diztronic, sometimes I like it without.
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Trust me get the otter box a phone this expensive needs to be protected, it doesn't matter how careful you are accidents do happen I dropped my phone twice already once getting out of the car phone dropped hard on the concrete and the otter box doesn't even have a scratch on it
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Would love to rock it without a case, since it's a real nice size naked. But unfortunately I don't want to risk being out 300 bucks because it slips out of my hands. Got the otterbox defender and may get a better screen protector in the future, if I hear too many complaints about easy stratches

i use diztronic case and the included screen protector but i may buy one of those mercury cases someone was talking about as it looked pretty cool but the screen protector that was included attracts oil like white on white rice and brown on brown rice, lol but even if you just washed your hands and dried them completely it will still put oil on the screen i have to wipe it every 5 seconds, ughh but for me it's worth it as i also resell my phones about every 6-7 months

Bought an otterbox defender a few days after getting it and stopped using it about a week or so ago. I just can't get used to cases for some reason. I went from one extreme to the other.
I find this phone so nice (Unlike the Nexus S which IMO was way more slippery.)

I went with the cheap Verizon snap on case because it has an integrated kickstand.
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I go neked. I love the look and feel. Not even a screen protector. Was the same with my nexus s, evo, and hero.
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Kraenesk said:
I go neked. I love the look and feel. Not even a screen protector. Was the same with my nexus s, evo, and hero.
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Same for me. I got my phone at best buy so if it gets to beat up or the screen gets to scratch up I'll just drop it in water and get a new one
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Just use your foot to break the fall if it slips out of your hands... There's nothing quite like the feel of a naked phone

Kraenesk said:
I go neked. I love the look and feel. Not even a screen protector. Was the same with my nexus s, evo, and hero.
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This has been how I do it as well. I tried the Zagg a few phones ago and hated the way it felt and have gone completely names ever since. I've thought about getting a case got those times I may know I will be slightly careless, but am unsure what to get.
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Bought a commuter before I even had the purchased the Nexus. Liked it at first... until I took it off one day. It's too beautiful to keep in a case but I'll still occasionally use the case b/c: a) otherwise I'll feel as if I wasted $35 b) for that rare chance that I may drop it.

I dont like to use cases‚ but have one on the way. I dropped my phone from a foot onto hardwood floor and it scratched. Not a big scratch‚ but noticeable.
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Naked Well, unless you roll around in sands.
I only throw on a case occasionally for a different color.
What's the point to have the device is so well-protected by a fugly case when I'm going to get rid of it in less than 2 years?

Samsung note 2 cases

Hey I got the att Samsung glaxy note 2 and I use a case that has a kickstand but I want to get an otter box but some people was telling me the defender is to big and to use the commuter or whatever its called any thoughts. Of the otter boxes for the Samsung note 2 will be much appreciated
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look at the seidio convert case.
It gives you 2 cases in one. I've had mine for a while now and like it a lot.
The only down side is the lack of a built in screen cover.
The stick on cover is not very good....imho
But the overall case is exceptional.
I hate screen covers anyway, as I prefer the feel of glass....g

Well I wanted one with a built in screen protector but ill check out tht case too
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Check in the accessories threads...?

outter box
austin1232 said:
Well I wanted one with a built in screen protector but ill check out tht case too
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I would suggest a outter box defender series its what I use. Haven't notice a loss of any of the features. One thing is it wont fit in all pockets.there also not bad price either. I've been very happy with my outter box

I'd go with the defender, I have it and im quite pleased.
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I have the Otterbox Commuter on my GALAXY Note II and feel that it is very well protected, the only thing is that the screen protector is self-adhesive instead of being built into the case itself like on the Defender series but I don't feel that it's necessarily a bad thing; some people don't really like the built-in screen protector on the Defender series as dust and dirt can sometimes get under it. With a self-adhesive screen protector separate from the case, you can swap out cases without a problem and dust won't accumulate under it.
In my opinion, any case that you consider should have a bit of a lip around the screen as it can help prevent the screen from coming into contact with an object if you accidentally drop it.

i have all otterbox cases..2 defenders and 2 commuters...the dust does get under the screen protector on the defender...i ripped out the screen protector on one defender and put an anti glare screen protector on my note 2 and put it in the defender and got the best of both worlds...good protection and no dust (so annoying)...i work in a warehouse so i keep it on the clip and couldnt be happier....the commuter is good if you still want to put it in your pocket and have overall good protection....try it u would be pleased...
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I've got the Seidio Surface case and am ordering one of the safety glass screen protector for it.
I've owned many Otter box cases before and would not go back to them.
They are big and bulky and a pita to take off and put on IMHO. .
This phone is big enough already. ..don't want any additional bulk added to it. The Seidio protects it just as well and feels and looks better. .
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Do I really need a case?

Im ordering a Nexus 5 and I don't know if I should even buy a case. Im not a person who drops the phone a lot but I do put it on flat surfaces that made my GS3 scratch. Since both of the phones are practically plastic, I thought it might happen to the N5 as well.
I will get a screen protector for sure, but do I need a case?
Thanks.

If you drop it from any significant height it will damage.
I don't drop phones. So I'm going caseless most of the time. Out drinking though I have a neohybrid
As for scratches on flat surfaces, it's pretty tough and I wouldn't worry about it.

You can just go for a minimal one. Personally I'd get a very slim case not too bulky just for the camera. The camera sticks out of the back
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Have a look at both and reply back -
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wkb5Qe_-0k0
and
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KY9Svj9fYVg

zephiK said:
You can just go for a minimal one. Personally I'd get a very slim case not too bulky just for the camera. The camera sticks out of the back
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If I get the Neo Hybrid Case would the camera touch the surface in case I lay it on one?

Bei60 said:
If I get the Neo Hybrid Case would the camera touch the surface in case I lay it on one?
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Nope I use a neo hybrid right now. The case makes the camera sit snug inside the back piece of the case
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Working in cellular sales, "I don't drop phones" ranks just below a redneck screaming, "Hey, y'all! Watch this!" in the category of famous last words. I'd at least go with a bumper.

arzbhatia said:
Have a look at both and reply back -
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The first one got me thinking "I need a case no questions asked!!!!"
In the second one I was all like "yeah, a case it is".
I think I'll go with Neo Hybrid Case. Its slim, not bulky, just like I like it and it looks pretty good.
Thanks for the replies guys.

I went with the Ultra Hybrid. So sexy!
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I don't use any cases and screen protectors since the g1
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I have never, and will never, use a case. I live in the Danger Zone.

No you don't really need a case.
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it really depends what you do in the day...if say you are huddled over a desk from 9-5 then probably not; if you work in a hospital/clinic constantly moving around you should probably get one; if you go to the gym you should probably get one; etc. it depends on the person.

I am getting a Spigen screen protector and a case to use at the gym and if I'm going to be out doors where it might fall out of my pocket. Other than that, my lifestyle isn't such that I need one. I'm really just worried about the screen. If I damage the body, at some point there will be replacement parts and I can replace it.

Nope you don't need a case... Enjoy the phone as is unlike people uglyfying the phone putting cases.
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Bei60 said:
Im ordering a Nexus 5 and I don't know if I should even buy a case. Im not a person who drops the phone a lot but I do put it on flat surfaces that made my GS3 scratch. Since both of the phones are practically plastic, I thought it might happen to the N5 as well.
I will get a screen protector for sure, but do I need a case?
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Do you "need" a case, probably not. Should you have one? Yes! In my experience, I've always used a case and the one time I didn't I dropped my phone and scratched it all up. After I scratched it I quit using a case since it was already damaged and lover the naked feel. Although I'm using a case for this beauty of a phone for sho!
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You don't need a case until you drop your phone, then you should have had a case.

It's like saying that you don't wear seatbelts because you don't get into accidents. Only takes one time.
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I liked to live dangerously
Rocking my Panther Black HTC One for 3 months, until.... it dropped from my pants pocket
Just one drop and the phone went ugly, got a big deep scratch on the speaker grill
Since then I decided to always use case and screen protector as long as there's GRAVITY
So far Diztronic TPU protects my Panther Nexus 5 nicely
(also slimmest case compared to SGP Slim Armor/Caseology TPU, still waiting for my Ringke Hybrid case to be delivered).

sxp123731 said:
I liked to live dangerously
Rocking my Panther Black HTC One for 3 months, until.... it dropped from my pants pocket
Just one drop and the phone went ugly, got a big deep scratch on the speaker grill
Since then I decided to always use case and screen protector as long as there's GRAVITY
So far Diztronic TPU protects my Panther Nexus 5 nicely
(also slimmest case compared to SGP Slim Armor/Caseology TPU, still waiting for my Ringke Hybrid case to be delivered).
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Should be fast as they deliver out of Texas

Best Protective Case - Toddler in the House

Hey all,
I am looking for a case that offers near max-protect for the Nexus 5. I've got a one year old who loves our phones, and he'll occasionally throw phones down the stairs from a high balcony and what not.
I have the Otterbox Defender for my HTC One, and I like how it's multi-layered, with a full screen protector that is attached to the third layer of protection, as well as an outer shell that acts as the first layer of protection. Nothing of the phone is exposed except for the cuts outs that leave room for the speakers and ports.
I am looking for similar protection for the Nexus 5. Don't know where to start (except here) since it seems this monster phone isn't supported by retailers like Otterbox.

Ballistic SG Maxx. Great protection. I'd say better than Otterbox.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00GW9XM6M
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EvanJ18 said:
Ballistic SG Maxx. Great protection. I'd say better than Otterbox.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00GW9XM6M
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Thanks. Checking it out now but can't tell if the entire screen is behind the screen protector. By screen protector, I don't mean a sheet you lay over the screen to protect it from scratches, I mean a protector that guarantees the screen never touches anything when laid face down, irrespective or raised corners (which I don't want to depend on).

Its got a built in screen protector. One of the pictures shows the different layers. I believe that's the difference between the SG and SG Maxx
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I have the SG maxx.
Its a great case but the screen protector is not mounted to the actual case. Its a layer that goes with the silicon part....it is rugged anti glare plastic tho and cover 98% of the screen
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noXcape said:
I have the SG maxx.
Its a great case but the screen protector is not mounted to the actual case. Its a layer that goes with the silicon part....it is rugged anti glare plastic tho and cover 98% of the screen
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thanks. Would you trust it to protect the phone if someone with the strength of a toddler were to throw it down hard on the floor, including hard surfaces?

My 1 year old throws mine around and it protects very well... But I am getting a regular screen protector that covers the entire screen to go under the SG maxx plastic screen protector
Also the holster that comes with the SG maxx is very good
I found mine on amazon for about 35$ with shipping
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Wouldn't that ruin the responsiveness with two screen protectors? Also, what protector would you get? I think I'll just get the MAXX for a case.

I do some high end custom electrical stuff with a lot of metals that I have to drill and grind and weld so it will only be during work when I have the plastic protector on..so if touch isn't 100% it won't bother me to much...its more for extra protection.
Im using a standard static cling screen protector
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Man,
I must be lucky. My daughter never threw my phone down the hall or stairs..lol.. she actually is very careful with it. The only phone that broke for me was the galaxy nexus and that was my fault..

You could probably look at:
i-Blason Armorbox (has a built in screen protector)
http://www.amazon.com/i-Blason-Full...d=1388436513&sr=8-2&keywords=i+blason+nexus+5
Acase Superleggera Pro
http://www.amazon.com/Acase-Superle...&qid=1388436566&sr=8-1&keywords=nexus+5+acase
Seidio Dilex
http://www.seidioonline.com/lg-google-nexus-5-dilex-metal-kickstand-case-black-p/csk3lgn5k-bk.htm
TUDIA [WAV-HYBRID]
http://www.amazon.com/TUDIA-WAV-HYB...&qid=1388436733&sr=1-33&keywords=nexus+5+case
Link to drop test with the TUDIA [WAV-HYBRID] : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ZyLInX4EsM
And the Ballistic case mentioned before is very good as well.

Am I the only one around here that doesn't let their toddler play with my phone?

OregonLawyer said:
Am I the only one around here that doesn't let their toddler play with my phone?
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My kid understands that I love my phone more than him, so he knows not to touch it.

Hahaha dad of the year
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apparently seidio is releasing the CONVERT very soon. it looks like this will be the most protective case for the N5 when it is released. check out the nexus 4 version for an idea of what it will look like:
however, no built in screen protector.

ccs1676 said:
apparently seidio is releasing the CONVERT very soon. it looks like this will be the most protective case for the N5 when it is released. check out the nexus 4 version for an idea of what it will look like:
however, no built in screen protector.
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I have used those before and the case will make your phone last like cockroaches and Twinkies after a nuclear war. It's big and heavy, but they protect very well. I have the Ballistic SG Maxxx on mine right now and it should work fine for me with maybe half the weight. (I work outdoors part of the time so I NEED a protective case). If you really want maximum protection you can't really go wrong with either.

I bought the i-Blason Armorbox (has a built in screen protector) for exactly the same reason... well 20 months... but same idea. I like it quite a bit.

I don't think the bulk of the protection unless you need it for work is worth it for your child to play with it. I have 3 kids; 6, 4 and 2. If they want to play with a phone they get an old phone (like my G1) not my brand new expensive one. Specially if they are going to throw it around.