Cases for Galaxy W - Samsung Galaxy W I8150

Hi Guys,
Just wondering what cases you guys are using, and whether you have any recommendations at all?
I just picked up a brand new Galaxy W for a very good price on eBay and am interested in using the Galaxy W daily for a while, trying out some of the Development in this section.
I have an outdoors job so prefer bulky/rugged cases, but would love to hear your thoughts on any and all cases, and some photos if you are able!
Cheers! :good:

I got this on Amazon a few months ago:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0075VZORQ
It's just made of semi-hardened "gel" plastic, but I've dropped the phone numerous times since I got the case and it's protected it perfectly IMHO.
I don't know what the postage/shipping to Australia will be, but if it's cheap, it may be worth a go?
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CorneliusTBadger said:
I got this on Amazon a few months ago:
It's just made of semi-hardened "gel" plastic, but I've dropped the phone numerous times since I got the case and it's protected it perfectly IMHO.
I don't know what the postage/shipping to Australia will be, but if it's cheap, it may be worth a go?
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Thanks mate. I have a bit of a soft spot for TPU cases, that one looks good with the 'S' pattern down the back. Does it fit nice and snugly? Ports all line up okay?
Cheers :good:

I have the same case, it looks and fits very good
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you can try capdase case also http://capdase.com/en/product5.php?cid=1&bid=26&mid=1459&pid=18953

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you can try capdase case also http://capdase.com/en/product5.php?cid=1&bid=26&mid=1459&pid=18953
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I love Capdase products. They are so hard to come across in Australia though. That looks beautiful, thanks for sharing!

juzz86 said:
Thanks mate. I have a bit of a soft spot for TPU cases, that one looks good with the 'S' pattern down the back. Does it fit nice and snugly? Ports all line up okay?
Cheers :good:
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yep, as ilyamodder says, it fits perfectly, all the ports are accessible (the usb port cover can be a bit hard to open with big fingers, but I just take the cover off when charging )
Got it and a bunch of styluses (stylii? ) for just under €10 inc postage, though postage will be a bit more for you
The case itself does make the phone slightly more bulky though (which is usually no bad thing imho)
I recommend the case highly :good:

the capdase look nice :good:
i bought nillkin snap on cover, waste of money at least to me..make the phone dont feel nice to hold

Any case will do fine but for the best protection choose a TPU-Gel case. If you wanna choose another kind rather than gel, make sure that case covers the top and bottom otherwise your top part will get dented like mine
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the capdase look nice :good:
i bought nillkin snap on cover, waste of money at least to me..make the phone dont feel nice to hold
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I love NillKin gear. They make very sexy cases and the best screen protectors on the market. Unfortunately, the hard snap-on cases don't protect top and bottom, which is a definite no-go for me Do you know if they do a TPU for the Galaxy W? I have the smoked TPU for my One X, and it's amazingly good quality.
EDIT: I just found, and bought, my favourite NillKin case ever:
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Any case will do fine but for the best protection choose a TPU-Gel case. If you wanna choose another kind rather than gel, make sure that case covers the top and bottom otherwise your top part will get dented like mine
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Exactly my thoughts friend Coverage on all sides is very important to me, I am very fussy about scratches on my toys!
I ended up going with these ones:
The all-black looks pretty good!
Keep the suggestions coming, I love to see how you guys protect your toys!

the black one is the one i have
guess the seller i bought it off on Amazon "renamed" it in the description
great case, enjoy it!

juzz86,
nillkin definately very good quality, the plastic feel very nice..all the cutout too are nicely cut just i dont like the feel..should bought tpu instead

I've used Capdase on my previous phones and will definitely use it for my Wonder.

I have just received my Galaxy Wonder.
I have to say, this is a very impressive little handset. I usually use a Note, but the performance and pocket-ability of this little beauty is excellent!
You guys are onto a good thing here :good:

I'm using a nice slim leather slip case (eBay Item number: 390401480600).
It is a good snug fit and offers decent protection.I think that it is actually meant for an iPhone 3G as they are very, very similar in size to the SGW, and doesn't have one of those pull tabs which eventually polish a strip on back of your phone from repeated use.

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I have just received my Galaxy Wonder.
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Nice to hear. Are you using the stock rom or CM9?
I am interested , because i found the performance on the stock ROM was more average than outstanding.
Thus, it's good to hear the opinion of someone who used the Galaxy Note a while.

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Nice to hear. Are you using the stock rom or CM9?
I am interested , because i found the performance on the stock ROM was more average than outstanding.
Thus, it's good to hear the opinion of someone who used the Galaxy Note a while.
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To be honest I was expecting it to be quite poor by comparison. Happy to report that I was very surprised after having a play. At least on the i8150T, the stock ROM optimisation seems to be very good. Homescreen transitions are nice and smooth, in fact everyday performance in general has been quite good.
It stumbles with Live Wallpapers, and of course the older Adreno doesn't do games particularly well, but I didn't grab it for games. Funnily enough, when I flashed a de-branded ROM onto it, I felt a few more stutters than I did on the Vodafone ROM. So after losing 850 HSPA I've gone back to stock Voda and left it alone.
I'm.really happy with it

I used to use a Capdase case. Quite sturdy: it enables my phone to survive the hands of my 1.5 y.o. boy (who loves to launch things off his hands onto the cold, hard floor). It has cut-outs big enough for a Blackberry charger to charge my W.
I'll post a pic when I get home.
__ from W with BionicCow2 & xda-developers app.

I also use capdase. From the very first day I bought my Galaxy Wonder, capdase case had been protecting it. I just hate when dusts come in. But anyway, when it comes to protection, Im quite satisfied with what the capdase offers.

My trusty Capdase, cavity view:
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Back view, the pair of holes on the bottom right corner are for attaching a lanyard (methinks) :
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Top side, the LARGE cut out allows oversized chargers to attach to the microSD port:
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Bottom side has a hole for the mic:
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Related

Black Vent case x Galaxy Note?

Did anybody already find it like the one for the Galaxy S II?
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http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/3-HARD-C...AU_MobilePhoneAccessories&hash=item20c040aab8 you mean something like these?
dunno about the s2 models, but the pictures for the galaxy note looks like it doesnt provide enough corner protection. when you drop a phone, its 90% likely to land on a corner first, so corner protection is important.
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Black-Bu...ccessories&hash=item1c21f6f076#ht_3395wt_1163 this is the case i kinda wanted but then my OCD kicked in about the missing two bubbles on the bottom row, so i stopped myself >.<
Souai
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http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Black-Bubble-Slider-Shell-Hard-Case-Samsung-Galaxy-Note-i9220-N7000-/120828915830?pt=AU_MobilePhoneAccessories&hash=item1c21f6f076#ht_3395wt_1163[/url] this is the case i kinda wanted but then my OCD kicked in about the missing two bubbles on the bottom row, so i stopped myself >.<
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I have ordered one of these a few days ago....hope I can get it soon and see how good it is
Hi DMax.
please please put up pics and a review as soon as u get! loved this case, very different! just wondering how thick its getting and how its fit and finish. I hope the back is like an anti-slip material.
Souai said:
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/3-HARD-C...AU_MobilePhoneAccessories&hash=item20c040aab8 you mean something like these?
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Exactly what I was talking about.
Apart from not having a 'Galaxy Note' label it takes forever to arrive to Italy.
Did anybody see something similar in Europe?
Insane Devil said:
Hi DMax.
please please put up pics and a review as soon as u get! loved this case, very different! just wondering how thick its getting and how its fit and finish. I hope the back is like an anti-slip material.
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sure, will do.
I got the black mesh yesterday. I really like it. Looks good, feels good. Adds about 2mm to total width. I think it covers corners well enough to protect Pretty well, but it does leave the top and bottom and half of each corner exposed. Sure does squelch the accidental hitting of volume and power buttons, which was a major goal. Fits fine into PU "leather" belt case I got.
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OK it looks like it's available now in Europe too.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?LH...1&_ipg=200&_sop=15&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14.l1514
Insane Devil said:
Hi DMax.
please please put up pics and a review as soon as u get! loved this case, very different! just wondering how thick its getting and how its fit and finish. I hope the back is like an anti-slip material.
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To my surprise, the bubble case has arrived today...very fast postage, only took about a week
Anyways....here are some pictures and my thoughts about it, comparing to the Nillkin TPU case.
# The black part of the back of the case is actually of hard plastic material, and the grey sides of the case are of TPU. It kind of remind me of the Commuter Series of Otterbox, but instead of being 2 pieces, it's all in one piece. It does feel cheaper than OtterBox though....well...IT IS...
# It fits the phone really well and covers the edges of the screen a bit better than the Nillkin ones.
# I'm not sure if it is because of the hard plastic at the back...but it is actually quite hard to put the case on without feeling that I might somehow scratch the sides of the phone. But if you don't have a habit of taking the case off frequently, it will not be a problem to you. If you do...then...this will definitely cause you some pain.
# I think the dimensions of this case are a bit wider, longer, and thicker than the Nillkin....but NOT that much.
# The unlock and volume buttons are HARDER to press than the Nillkin case
# The glossy back bubble offers great look and also good grip (surprisingly).
All in all...I am very happy with this case...and personally I prefer this one than the Nillkin because of it's cool looks and the mixed of materials of hard plastic and TPU (somehow I think it might provide better protection).
So, anyways...I hope this helps and also hope to hear others opinions soon...
Feel free to ask me any questions if you have any
Here's pics of the black mesh case.
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Hi DMax!
Thanks for the wonderful review!!! i am sold over it now!
Just wanted to ask if it really is anti-slip, as the note is thin and big, its quiet slippery now.
and also if the back is glossy, do you think its so "glossy" that its going to show up scratches real soon???
Thanks mate!
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Do you think this is the same one -
http://www.obostore.com/hole-hard-plastic-case-skin-faceplate-for-samsung-galaxy-note-p-3926.html
only for US$3.99 with free shipping!
The ebay seller mentions no shipping to India in his listing
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Bought the white bubble case from Obostore, what the heck, lets see how good this is!: )
Also ordered the Black Mesh case from an eBay seller for US $4.50. hope the quality n fit is good! last time I had a mesh case for my Galaxy S and the rubber coating started peeling off in a months time!!! had to thrown it away as it started looking ugly!
hi everybody!i received today this one:
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Black-S-...AU_MobilePhoneAccessories&hash=item2a1646f046
it's very good,with good protection at the corner and great grip...not i'm not more afraid to lose from my hand the Phone.
Insane Devil said:
Hi DMax!
Thanks for the wonderful review!!! i am sold over it now!
Just wanted to ask if it really is anti-slip, as the note is thin and big, its quiet slippery now.
and also if the back is glossy, do you think its so "glossy" that its going to show up scratches real soon???
Thanks mate!
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Do you think this is the same one -
http://www.obostore.com/hole-hard-plastic-case-skin-faceplate-for-samsung-galaxy-note-p-3926.html
only for US$3.99 with free shipping!
The ebay seller mentions no shipping to India in his listing
EDIT 2:
Bought the white bubble case from Obostore, what the heck, lets see how good this is!: )
Also ordered the Black Mesh case from an eBay seller for US $4.50. hope the quality n fit is good! last time I had a mesh case for my Galaxy S and the rubber coating started peeling off in a months time!!! had to thrown it away as it started looking ugly!
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Yeah, its quite grippy....nit sure about scratches....
Wow...3.99 is a very good price...i git mine 9.99 from eBay....im pretty sure they are the same
yep mate, sure sounds a great deal.. as the ebay seller wasn't shipping to India, I started searching other sites for thi, and found it at obostore. I have bought stuff from them before, and they are good.
Will upload pics after I get it. Ordered white here so that if quality isnt good, then can order black from the ebay guy if he agrees to ship here.

Zenus Masstige Block Folio Case

Great Case I just got last week. Not too bulky, lightweight and looks great. Talking with the flip closed feels natural and doesn't distort sound. It feels soft to the touch and it has a great build quality. You can tell they took their time making this. The stand is also great because you can adjust you angle easily! I recommend this case!
http://www.maker4u.com/zenus-galaxy-note-case-masstige-block-folio-series.html
I would put pictures up but the website does a better job of showing the detail view.
Agreed, a very nice case.
As I found out yesterday, it's also very sturdy and protects the phone well... I was taking the Note out of my jacket pocket and it slipped out of my hand and dropped to the rough cobblestone street. I was dreading the sound of broken glass, but all that happened was a slight scrape on one of the corners of the case/phone.
It hit the ground on one of the corners, and nothing happened to the glass, even though it bounced pretty hard.
Very impressed.
I been using this case for a few weeks now and i'm very happy with overal quality and design. I purchased it to use as stand while watching videos but it also came out very protective as well. I add some pictures taken by me to guide people who are interested in this case
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I also purchased this case so I could have it once I get an At&t Note. I ordered brown and the build quality looks amazing! It will definitely protect the screen. Now I just need to get that white Note to put in there.
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captainhakan said:
I been using this case for a few weeks now and i'm very happy with overal quality and design. I purchased it to use as stand while watching videos but it also came out very protective as well. I add some pictures taken by me to guide people who are interested in this case
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Those pics above are good but you forgot a critical part of the case...
Its also a stand! And will be very useful.
I think brown is best choice to go with white Note. Actually i took those pics with my Note itself so I couldn't figure out to take pictures of the case with Note loaded.
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I think brown is best choice to go with white Note. Actually i took those pics with my Note itself so I couldn't figure out to take pictures of the case with Note loaded.
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Cool! I am getting a White At&t Note and figured it would look real nice with the brown. That black you have is really clean though.
Does it work well and is it stable enough at multiple angles when you use it as a stand to watch videos/movies?
I also came across this case. Though the Tridea diary case looks better than this but it doesnt have the cutout for talking on the phone with flip closed and also no kick stand functionality. So this case seems to be the best bet.
Existing owners can you tell me for how much u bought this case. Currently its on ebay for $27.88. Should I buy it compared to the tridea case and which color?
MOST IMPORTANT: Also does this Zenus case make the camera sink in further than the free flip case which comes with the phone?
ankydu said:
I also came across this case. Though the Tridea diary case looks better than this but it doesnt have the cutout for talking on the phone with flip closed and also no kick stand functionality. So this case seems to be the best bet.
Existing owners can you tell me for how much u bought this case. Currently its on ebay for $27.88. Should I buy it compared to the tridea case and which color?
MOST IMPORTANT: Also does this Zenus case make the camera sink in further than the free flip case which comes with the phone?
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Guyz please reply ?????????????
I bought the case off ebay for around 28 dollars. Total it was 35 and got here in a week. The camera hole is sunk in so laying it on its back wont allow things to come in contact with camera, its deep enough. I say go with this case!
Krshaw18 said:
I bought the case off ebay for around 28 dollars. Total it was 35 and got here in a week. The camera hole is sunk in so laying it on its back wont allow things to come in contact with camera, its deep enough. I say go with this case!
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Thanks for the reply. I have a Black (blue) note, so which color would u recommend. I am really liking the brown one but I doubt whether it will look good with the black note.
ankydu said:
Thanks for the reply. I have a Black (blue) note, so which color would u recommend. I am really liking the brown one but I doubt whether it will look good with the black note.
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Personal preference man.
I have the Brown and it looks great, but it comes down to personal choice.
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I have the Brown and it looks great, but it comes down to personal choice.
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U have brown with white or black note?
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ankydu said:
Thanks for the reply. I have a Black (blue) note, so which color would u recommend. I am really liking the brown one but I doubt whether it will look good with the black note.
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Here is the link to a post discussing the same case and have pictures of a white Note in a brown case.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1445478&page=3
Hi. Does the elastic band secure the case in a closed position? Also is it durable enough?
yes, the rubber band will hold the case closed very well.
...But how long it will last?
I just recieved the case, today.
I most say, it doesn't look like it will last long or forever.
But still... I think it is a great product.
I'll like the case even with a broken rubber band....
Here's my two cents..
-I recieved this case roughly a week ago and alreaddy the elastic band keeping it together is showing the white elastic inside (got the black cover)
-The stiches where the elastic is stiched into the front cover is widening.
-Very, very bulky.. I thought it would be okay but this makes the phone almost twice as thick. When normally my note slides into my jeans, with this case it had to go into my jacket pocket. Just saying in case you like to carry your note in your jeans pockets.
+It covers every side of the phone
+The grippy area makes it easy to use it as a stand in alot of angles
-Cant give it a 20 degree angle like I could with the SPIGEN SGP Stehen case, so when you're on a desk and want a slight tilt to the note.. can't do it with the zenus case.
Overall: It can't beat Spigen, but then again.. its 15 bucks cheaper.
In case anyone is interested:
http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/sa...g-galaxy-note-leather-case-stehen-series.html
My elastic band feels the same as it did when I received it 4 months ago. For what its worth..

T-Mobile Galaxy S2 T989 Hybrid case - $8! GREAT!! (Review and pics inside)

I wanted to post a review for you guys. This is the best case I've ever used on the T989 or for any phone for that matter. Fits extremely well and has excellent fit and finish (I'm extremely picky) and most importantly the buttons on the side (lock button and volume rockers) are very clicky and have a great feel--unlike a lot of silicone cases where the buttons feel like mush and unresponsive. EXCELLENT BUY. The phone now feels solid and grippy all without getting stuck in your pocket. The back is smooth. Very good balance. Without it, the phone feels flimsy and slippy.
Here's where I found it, Amazon:
Amazon.com - Samsung Galaxy S2 T-Mobile T989 Accessories - Hybrid Case $8
Shipping was FAST! HIGHLY satisfied
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Sorry for the hair on my phone... I wish I had seen it before taking the pics! YUCK!
Nice case just wished they had it in all white for those who have the white Tmo SGSII
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Nice case just wished they had it in all white for those who have the white Tmo SGSII
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They do have it. I think I found it on the auction site typing t989 hybrid. I don't use mine anymore.
How does it compare to the bulk of something like the Trident Aegis? I'm using the Trident Aegis right now and I'm looking for something with a slimmer profile.
Here it is in white. A simple push of the thanks button would be appreciated.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=261010374314#ht_6255wt_754
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Yeah i have been using this case for about 2 weeks now and its pretty nice would compare it to a trident case...pretty slim profile for a 2 piece. I would definately recommend to anyone. For the price its a good deal.
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Broken.
Received mine today. Fast shipping but the top part of the metal mesh was broken. Called them up and another one is on the way. We will see how this one goes.
How is it compared to the Incipio Silicrylic case?
Yes it's available in white as well. Sorry about that! But I love this case so much! When I used the one piece case, the silicone case got loose over time. Since this one has a hard plastic piece which encases the phone. I dont see that happening here. I'll gladly pay the $8 every 3 months if it came to that though.. great feeling case
3 pounds?!
For anyone that may have both how does the protection compare to the aegis. I have the Aegis and like it but it is definitely bulky
fectsul wrap
I ordered both the Trident and Ballistic. I prefered the Ballistic because of the beefier corners. Better protection if dropped. About the same size as the Trident. No experience witht the case of OP. But, I think you usually get what you pay for.
Thx for sharing this.
Just bought one myself recently, it's a case that I actually like.
however, the only gripe I have is that the silicone half doesn't fit as tight around the phone as I would like. but other than that I love it.
Bump!
Thanks Synenergy52, I went ahead and bought one. I want to especially thank you for the nice detailed (nice resolution and angled) pictures; it's very helpful when you can see an actual image--not some 'stock' photograph on the buyer's page.
Anyway, I actually purchased it from here: http://www.ebay.com/itm/For-Samsung...ccessories&hash=item416695ab2f#ht_2241wt_1396 In case the sale is done, I paid $6.49 USD.
Interestingly, that seller has several color variants. Too bad I'm not very original, although I was tempted with their neon green and black case, hence why I went for the black one (also because that's the one I could see an actual image of, thanks to your review).
I was sold more on this thread, than I was when I looked at the product on the purchase page.
Very content with this case.
Thanks.
Had mine a couple months, like it alot. Bought a slimmer s/hard gel type skin which I like more becuse of slimline but it added the echo to my conversations, even with the card trick. So am back to this one.
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Just bought one myself recently, it's a case that I actually like.
however, the only gripe I have is that the silicone half doesn't fit as tight around the phone as I would like. but other than that I love it.
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Exactly my opinion as well. I feel like the silicone material needs to be a tad bit harder so it doesn't flex so much. Which I would gladly pay much more for.
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Amazon doesn't have the all white one. Looking for another alternate case.
anyone else feel the silicon is to lose around the screen edge.
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I wanted to post a review for you guys. This is the best case I've ever used on the T989 or for any phone for that matter. Fits extremely well and has excellent fit and finish (I'm extremely picky) and most importantly the buttons on the side (lock button and volume rockers) are very clicky and have a great feel--unlike a lot of silicone cases where the buttons feel like mush and unresponsive. EXCELLENT BUY. The phone now feels solid and grippy all without getting stuck in your pocket. The back is smooth. Very good balance. Without it, the phone feels flimsy and slippy.
Here's where I found it, Amazon:
Amazon.com - Samsung Galaxy S2 T-Mobile T989 Accessories - Hybrid Case $8
Shipping was FAST! HIGHLY satisfied
Sorry for the hair on my phone... I wish I had seen it before taking the pics! YUCK!
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I know of an even better case and its 7.77 on ebay!!!!!!! Plus it has a built in kickstand and multiple colors!! here is the link http://www.ebay.com/itm/T-MOBILE-SAMSUNG-GALAXY-S-2-II-T989-HEAVY-DUTY-2-LAYERS-CASE-w-BLUE-KICK-STAND-/220960460348?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3372450e3c

Speck Clear GemShell for HTC One - Mini Review

Hi all,
I've been a lurker for many years here on XDA and figured I'd try and contribute for once. Sorry if someone has posted a review on this case in the other threads. I looked around for a bit but didn't find any.
I received my Speck GemShell for my HTC One http://www.speckproducts.com/smartphone-cases/htc/gemshell-for-htc-one.html about 3 days ago. It's a hard plastic case with gel incorporated around it. BTW, for those considering shipping options, mine shipped out from Oklahoma so it reached me in Chicago in a day via the free shipping option (USPS). That being said, here are my impressions so far:
Pros:
- The case still leaves the phones feeling pretty slim (though I still do prefer it nekkid).
- It's clear except for a gel around the front rim, corners, and inputs.
- The gel around the front rim elevates the phone when placing it on its face.
- The gel around the inputs will hopefully prevent wearing/cracking of the hard plastic.
- Seems well sealed enough that I haven't seen any dust or pocket enter the space between the case and phone.
- The speck logo on the back is really well done. It makes it seem like it's a part of the aluminum.
Cons:
- The power button becomes really recessed. Not a deal breaker for me but definitely something to take note of.
- Interacting with the volume buttons requires more effort.
- I'm OCD on keeping fingerprints off my phone/case and the cleaning has left micro-scratches on the case. So far it doesn't interfere with the appearance but we'll see after a longer period of time.​- Wish the gel actually covered the entire sides, top, and bottom for better coverage. Even with the clear plastic, you don't really see the aluminum on the sides, top, and bottom.
So you can see the selling point of this phone is not only that it's a clear case but the gel that they've incorporated into it. I'm a bit sad on the micro-scratches but I'm not convinced there's any other case-based solution that would be cost effective. I've attached pictures of the case below.
Hope this mini-review helps!
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This is how reviews should be. Well done!
Red5 said:
This is how reviews should be. Well done!
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Shame the case looks crap doe.
Great review, not too long, not too short, good display angles, thank you!
compact_bijou said:
Shame the case looks crap doe.
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How does the case look any different then any other clear case? zzzz
Just canceled my Spigen and ordered this!
PapaRhino said:
Great review, not too long, not too short, good display angles, thank you!
How does the case look any different then any other clear case? zzzz
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Thick, will turn yellow after a couple of weeks unlike other hard clear cases (such as the Spigen) and it's not very clear. Its very visible on the phone and defeats the purpose of it being clear.
and cturetar
It's good to look. Maybe i will have one.:fingers-crossed::fingers-crossed:
compact_bijou said:
Shame the case looks crap doe.
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thats your opinion doe
PillPoppin said:
You sir know your cases. I definitely agree here. It may be "grippy" but this will yellow immediately... for clear cases you have to go with a hard case
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And it'll crack at the stress points. Dirt ingress. Real slick.
CheesyNutz said:
thats your opinion doe
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And you know what they say about opinions.
I just got this case in the mail over the weekend (still waiting on phone) and The case feels rather flimsy on its own and is incredibly thin. I have no doubt it'll protect against scratches, but feels like it'll do nothing for drops. I didn't expect Otterbox protection, but was hoping for some kind of impact absorption. Anyone have any experience with these cases and drops with previous devices?
Actually I went into the Sprint store on Thursday the 18th & purchased the white & silver speck case cor my HTC ONE that I was receiving in the mail the next day on the 19th & liked my case on it because it matches tne phone perfectly & fits it really tight like a body glove. It's hard to put on & hard to take off but I saw the clear gel case by speck o line yesterday morning & wanted that one because it will show my phone all the way around, I just dont want it to loosen up over time but this one I do have by speck is a hard shell case on the outside but a softgray rubber on the inside
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I have ordered the black one but it is still in post. Can someone tell me whether it adds any bulk to the phone? I bought a cheap one from ebay till my speck arrived and im completely satisfied with my cheap one and i hope speck is not bulky.
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mareen77 said:
I have ordered the black one but it is still in post. Can someone tell me whether it adds any bulk to the phone? I bought a cheap one from ebay till my speck arrived and im completely satisfied with my cheap one and i hope speck is not bulky.
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I was completely surprised at how thin the speck is. It's hardly noticeable.
Toaster Strudels said:
Thick, will turn yellow after a couple of weeks unlike other hard clear cases (such as the Spigen) and it's not very clear. Its very visible on the phone and defeats the purpose of it being clear.
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I've had mine for two weeks and it's VERY yellow. I'll post pics when I can. I've had other clear cases before, hard and soft, but never had them turn yellow like this one.
oophlamer said:
I've had mine for two weeks and it's VERY yellow. I'll post pics when I can. I've had other clear cases before, hard and soft, but never had them turn yellow like this one.
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Lolzzzz
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I'm not sure of anyone has mentioned as o didn't read entire post. Leet414 u may try that compound they sell for headlight lenses to get scratches out. May be a stretch but that stuff works.
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mareen77 said:
I have ordered the black one but it is still in post. Can someone tell me whether it adds any bulk to the phone? I bought a cheap one from ebay till my speck arrived and im completely satisfied with my cheap one and i hope speck is not bulky.
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It's pretty thin

Bear Motion SAND Nexus 5

Hey everyone, I just wanted to share with you guys this sweet new case I just got for my new Nexus 5. Its from Bear Motion, and it is a very thin case. It has a really unique texture, which feels like sand/ sandpaper only not as rough as you think. the case has a really small lip on the front so you can place your phone face down without having your screen touch. I'm really loving it. it feels really good in the hand because it doesn't add that much bulk to your phone. I searched far and wide for a case like this. I highly recommend it. best of all i got it for like 5$ on amazon.
Yes, these cases are great.
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I got one too. I also got the bear motion non-sand version as well. Their nice, but do not give near as much grip as the ringke rearth slim does. Maybe I haven't used them long enough to let hand oils soak in? The sand version feels wild. Nothing like actual sand. More like very felt, very short cut felt. I like having many different cases to try, but so far the Ringke slim is the best imo. Thanks for sharing
Rafaeli11 said:
Hey everyone, I just wanted to share with you guys this sweet new case I just got for my new Nexus 5. Its from Bear Motion, and it is a very thin case. It has a really unique texture, which feels like sand/ sandpaper only not as rough as you think. the case has a really small lip on the front so you can place your phone face down without having your screen touch. I'm really loving it. it feels really good in the hand because it doesn't add that much bulk to your phone. I searched far and wide for a case like this. I highly recommend it. best of all i got it for like 5$ on amazon.
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Is the rough texture on the interior of the case too? This case sounds interesting, very grippy, but I would be afraid it would damage the finish of the phone.
Yeah I didn't order the bear motion one because they didn't have it in black. I do really like the quicksand style, so I ordered a generic quicksand case off ebay in black, and like 3 other types of hardcases. The quicksand is pretty much the exact same thing as the Poetic and Bear, minus the branding. Probably all made in the same factory anyway. Can't go wrong with 4 cases for like less than 10 bucks shipped! :laugh: Only thing is it takes a month to get here.
Would be interesting to compare the Bear Motion branded one with the non branded ebay ones.
rikudo said:
Is the rough texture on the interior of the case too? This case sounds interesting, very grippy, but I would be afraid it would damage the finish of the phone.
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Is actually very slippery for me. I was surprised and thought it would be grippy too
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Yet another hard case that leaves the top and bottom edges exposed. They seem to be all the rage these days.
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Yet another hard case that leaves the top and bottom edges exposed. They seem to be all the rage these days.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=48461135&postcount=16
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=48461135&postcount=16
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Fair point I suppose. I guess that's why I stick with TPU.
bblzd said:
Would be interesting to compare the Bear Motion branded one with the non branded ebay ones.
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I did a review of a bunch of generic ebay cases here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2577289. It also included the generic version of the Bear Motion/Poetic Quicksand cases. I'm pretty sure like I mentioned earlier that they're the exact same cases, from the same factories, without the company branding on it.
$0.99 SHIPPED!!!
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*Just noticed how dusty my desk is...
Just got a green one today for my white Nexus and gotta say I'm loving it so far! It looks and feels great. I just hoping it provides okay protection... Yesterday I dropped my phone for the first time and my Diztronic case proved to have GREAT drop protection (no damage from a waist high fall, screen first!). Obviously the Bear Motion obviously isn't meant to protect from drops but hopefully it will be better than nothing. Anyways, sweet case and definitely a favorite out of all (5) of my cases
If someone can prove that the ebay cases are the same, minus the branding, I'll definitely pic up some more colors!
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gbeaguilar said:
Just got a green one today for my white Nexus and gotta say I'm loving it so far! It looks and feels great. I just hoping it provides okay protection... Yesterday I dropped my phone for the first time and my Diztronic case proved to have GREAT drop protection (no damage from a waist high fall, screen first!). Obviously the Bear Motion obviously isn't meant to protect from drops but hopefully it will be better than nothing. Anyways, sweet case and definitely a favorite out of all (5) of my cases
If someone can prove that the ebay cases are the same, minus the branding, I'll definitely pic up some more colors!
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Yeah I'm not going to take you up on that offer. No reason for me to spend more (when I spent the best $0.99 on a case ever haha), just to find out if a case with a Bear Motion stamp is the same as my generic one! I don't think a 20x price increase (original price) + shipping is worth it for me to test 10 letters of white ink.
Here's some easy "evidence."
Exhibit A, Colors:
Generic ebay quicksand:
Bear Motion from Amazon:
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Hmmm, interesting haha. Exact same color choices. Even down to the watermelon pink orange that they say is orange. I ended up getting that "orange" as well from ebay, thinking the color was.... well orange.
Exhibit B, Display Location:
Generic ebay quicksand:
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Hmmm, interesting again! Same wood type/wood grain used as a backdrop for the case.
You know, some crazy person might even come to some weird conclusion that it's almost as if they were the exact same case! Possibly, with pictures taken from the same factory location, one before stamping, and another afterward! This is tough detective work though, I don't think anyone will ever truly know the answer to this mystery! :highfive:

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