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Which case do you think is best and why?

I m looking for a nice case on eBay that is not more than $50. Which case is your favorite and why?
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I dont usually buy on ebay so i cant help much there. But i can tell you all the cases ive tried.
Otterbox Defender - did not fit well so i did not purchase at the store. Screen protector is lousy. Phone rattled in case.
Casemate Toughcase - again did not fit my gsm nexus well. Gaps in silicone and i do not like the larger than necessary gap between the usb and headphone plugs. Also was a dust magnet. Should have learned my lesson with the first toughcase i tried for my galaxy s.
Diztronic TPU - have two of these. Rev 1 both in matte black and matte smoke. Great cases except the volume rocker section but Rev 3 should address that. I recommend.
Rearth Ringke Slim - currently using this case. Color i have is matte black and it is a great case.

Case Mate POP! It is not too bulky, offers good protection, good grip without attracting lint. Fits the extended battery perfectly.

lynseyw said:
Case Mate POP! It is not too bulky, offers good protection, good grip without attracting lint. Fits the extended battery perfectly.
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I have the casemate pop and Love it, but I need to use my ebay bucks so I figured why not get another case.

Had 3 cases for my Nexus as my review for them are as follows:
Case-Mate Barely There - Price was too high considering the kind of case you were getting. As it's known for, it provides very little protection but was also very slim. I would have less issue with it if it covered the top and bottom of the phones fully but it oddly didn't. With it on, it looked more like a shell instead of a case. I would not recommend this as it seems like you are paying for brand name here. Might as well get a full body protector from Zagg or Ghost Armor instead of this IMO.
Otterbox Commuter - This was a good case. If you are looking for something that will protect your phone without being extreme (like using the Defender) then this is perfect. Adds bulk for protection but also looks great as well. Best of both worlds and recommended for those that want above average protection while not needing it to look like a beast. Fairly difficult to take off so don't get it if you get into opening up your phone a lot.
Diztronic TPU Matte Smoke Grey - This was the best of the bunch for me. Price wise, it can't be beat at $10.00 with a workable screen protector. Looks wise, smoke grey is beautiful on the Nexus as it looks natural (Nexus is grey to begin with). It adds only a little bulk so it doesn't look like a case swallowed your phone. Feel wise, matte is definitely the way to go. I've had glossy cases before and it always left grime, oil, and fingerprints. Matte feels and looks very clean and provides a little grip. Protection wise, I'd say it provides average protection. I've always used TPU cases and they can take drops from normal heights. TPU is fine for my rather un-extreme lifestyle. Finally, Diztronic's customer service is top notch. Had an issue with the volume keys and they are sending me out a replacement case with the keys cut out. No need to return the old one. Would definitely buy from them again because of that as I have high confidence that they can rectify any issues.
So there you have my mini-reviews. It is obvious that I favor Diztronic as they seem to hit the sweet spot for my preferences. Best of all words in all the things that are important to me.
Hope you guys find a case that works well for you too.

Enhanced said:
Diztronic TPU Matte Smoke Grey - This was the best of the bunch for me. Price wise, it can't be beat at $10.00
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Is there a Canadian source for these?

ChrisAG said:
Is there a Canadian source for these?
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From their website at www.TPU-cases.com. Free shipping too.

sabooher said:
Rearth Ringke Slim - currently using this case. Color i have is matte black and it is a great case.
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Mind posting some pics of this? Thanks!

I don't know if they have one for nexus but case-mate barely there series of cases are cool because they are the thinnest but are still shatter proof. I have never liked adding bulk to my phone with a case so it works for me.

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I don't know if they have one for nexus but case-mate barely there series of cases are cool because they are the thinnest but are still shatter proof. I have never liked adding bulk to my phone with a case so it works for me.
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They may be shatter proof, but they only protect the better cover and rear sides of the phone. It's a half-solution at best. Waiting on Rearth and will report back.

sabooher said:
I dont usually buy on ebay so i cant help much there. But i can tell you all the cases ive tried.
Otterbox Defender - did not fit well so i did not purchase at the store. Screen protector is lousy. Phone rattled in case.
Casemate Toughcase - again did not fit my gsm nexus well. Gaps in silicone and i do not like the larger than necessary gap between the usb and headphone plugs. Also was a dust magnet. Should have learned my lesson with the first toughcase i tried for my galaxy s.
Diztronic TPU - have two of these. Rev 1 both in matte black and matte smoke. Great cases except the volume rocker section but Rev 3 should address that. I recommend.
Rearth Ringke Slim - currently using this case. Color i have is matte black and it is a great case.
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Case-Mate Tough Case: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1420043 they're working on it.
I had bought a Case Mate Tough skin case for my phone, and it's had a lot of issues with the power button fit, it would turn off and on by touching the area anywhere near it. I looked around case-mate.com and noticed this case is not on their website, so I contacted Case Mate and they say it's a known issue, and are going to ship me a new one when they come in sometime during in the next 2-4 weeks.. Good customer relations.
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Ghost Armor...
No added bulk, adds just enough extra grip, protects from scuffing/scratching. Obviously, not gonna give the same shock protection in a fall.. but then I've seen guys with TPU cases drop the phone and shatter a screen. (with gorilla glass)
http://www.dropbox.com/gallery/50315473/1/Ghost Armor?h=ea117b

Just got my Seidio Active today. As with all Seidio cases, it is awesome. I had the Incipio double case from Verizon, which is a similar concept. But the Active is a lot smoother and looks way better. Great amount of protection, minimal bulk. I actually prefer the way it feels with the case on compared to bare. It gives a nice feeling to the volume/power buttons.
As a bonus, I got the Royal Blue one, and the color perfectly matches the blue theme of ICS. I highly recommend it. There is also a version with a kickstand, too. Here is a link to what I got.
http://www.seidioonline.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=CSK3SSGNL-RB
I'm a bit of a Seidio fanboy, as all of my devices have Active cases on them. But you can't really beat the protection and style. No huge logos, and the color of the hard shell really gives it a nice look. Dropping the phone with the case on barely does anything to the case, let alone the phone.

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Just got my Seidio Active today. As with all Seidio cases, it is awesome. I had the Incipio double case from Verizon, which is a similar concept. But the Active is a lot smoother and looks way better. Great amount of protection, minimal bulk. I actually prefer the way it feels with the case on compared to bare. It gives a nice feeling to the volume/power buttons.
As a bonus, I got the Royal Blue one, and the color perfectly matches the blue theme of ICS. I highly recommend it. There is also a version with a kickstand, too. Here is a link to what I got.
http://www.seidioonline.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=CSK3SSGNL-RB
I'm a bit of a Seidio fanboy, as all of my devices have Active cases on them. But you can't really beat the protection and style. No huge logos, and the color of the hard shell really gives it a nice look. Dropping the phone with the case on barely does anything to the case, let alone the phone.
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I have the kickstand-ed version and I must agree that it is a really well designed enclosure system. Works really well with the extended battery/cover. My previous Seidio case was the Active Extended for the Thunderbolt and that setup was the main reason why I decided on Seidio.

This is my favorite case and its probably the best value.
http://www.myincipio.com/Samsung-Ga...CRYLIC-Hard-Shell-Case-with-Silicone-Core.asp
It features 3 layers including the screen protector and doesn't make the phone huge, yet keeps the phone well protected. $29.99 and I couldn't be happier.
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Went with a casemate pop over my usual Otterbox commuter choice. And am completely satisfied with its impact protection. Adds bulk but most do. Also grabbed a few TPU's off ebay for some variety. Coupled with some Carbon Fiber Ghost Armor. Im loving my (GSM) SGN
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Searching for a SLIM case

Hi, i'm searching for a SLIM case, but unlike the Barely There from Case-mate i want it to fully cover the phone.
Is there any around them? my research got no results

i have a ringke slim case on mine right now. fits the oem extended battery, its a pretty nice case and very slim

msnglink said:
i have a ringke slim case on mine right now. fits the oem extended battery, its a pretty nice case and very slim
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It does not cover the phone

try the sgp neo hybrid, its the thinnest dual layer case ive seen. i cut out the backing now so i use it as a bumber case.

hey im like you. i love the barely there case but i also had a problem with it offering just partial protection.
i ended up with the sgp ultra hybrid case. and i couldnt be happier. very slim. very well built. the only thing it doesnt cover is the screen. doesnt add much bulk.
i also have the sgp ultra capsule.. its just too shiny looking for me.

Diztronic Matte
I like the Diztronic Matte Back Black Flexible *Revision 3* TPU Case.
$9.89 on Amazon, thin and covers phone

Incipio Silicrylic case ftw.
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baibye said:
I like the Diztronic Matte Back Black Flexible *Revision 3* TPU Case.
$9.89 on Amazon, thin and covers phone
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I buy Diztronics for all my phones.

Just got the alpine white ringke slim case. Best case I have come across. Looks amazing!
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I recommend either one of these. The Ultra Hybrid may look thick, but it's actually thinner than the Cruzer Lite one as much to my surprise.
Ultry Hybrid:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SHjQdA1ueaY&list=UUbfFMjyhflN4xFOFEmPj-wg&index=1&feature=plcp
Cruzer Lite:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NH8TPxSFt6w&list=UUbfFMjyhflN4xFOFEmPj-wg&index=6&feature=plcp

I like the cruzer lite, it adds a thick enough "lip" over the face of the phone that setting it down doesn't allow your screen to contact the surface you set it on. Plus it's only $9.

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I buy Diztronics for all my phones.
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I also have this case and I really like it. It's matte, though, so it's not exactly grippy, if you're looking for that.

thinnest and uber cheap case
Hi there,
I'm not quite sure how thin you would like your case to be, but I recently discovered a couple of cases on ebay that may fit your description.
LINK: I'm sorry, I am a relatively new user on XDA and I can't post link just yet. However, you can ebay a seller called "smokydiscount" and keywords: 0.2mm Ultra thin case for galaxy nexus prime. Otherwise, just PM me.
MY OPINION: I really like these cases and they're great for scratch protection. As for drops and bumps, these cases are negligible; your phone will probably be just as damaged as compared to without a case.
PROS:
- Incredibly thin. It's as if your phone doesn't have a case on it
- WILL protect the back from any scratches. You can leave your phone on a rough surface without any concerns
- Very cheap
CONS:
- There is no front lip, meaning if you put your phone face down on a rough surface, beware. However, the case does come with a screen protector which is fairly decent (ALMOST to the same standard as Brando screen protectors)
- For some reason it does make the phone more slippery. The plastic doesn't provide any grip
- The case is very fragile when it is not applied on your phone. I had to get a replacement sent out because the case came to my house cracked, most probably due to the postage and handling.
Despite the cons, this is definitely one of my favourite cases. Check them out.

TPU rubber case with stand on amazon only 3 bucks and it covers everything , just need a screen protector
Sent from a Black Ice Sprint Galaxy Nexus

I just just got the Speck Pixel skin HD, and its pretty great. Thinner profile than my otter box commuter, yet it feels much better. It looks pretty good, but I don't know if it was really worth $30
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PSA: Get the Best

Hi all, I've had countless numbers of phone cases and have to make the recommendation of three specific brands.
SGP: Beautiful, clean, thin cases. Definitely my top pick.
Seidio: Well-made, heavy duty cases at a great price.
OtterBox: Fort Collins, Colorado based company that contributes thousands to local charities and teams (gave my robotics team $6,000), provides very heavy duty cases at the expense of style. If you need something that you can throw out a window, this is your best bet.
That's what I've gathered from my experiences, what do you have to recommend? Shout below. :good:

Incipio: affordable and complete protection with style, comfort, and innovation.

Noreve.
Sexy. Sleek. Professional.
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I am a total case hoarder with every phone I purchase and it has always came down to Casemate or SGP or Samsung. With the GS3 a little known company called Capdase might actually be the winner.

Wow! I'm going to check out all three of those.
Upon a day's worth of research, it looks like SGP's quality has dropped...hard. :crying:
PS: Where can I buy a Capdase case? They look great, but I can't find a website that sells them.

I saw that someone said the aluminum case for capdase affects your signal. I got the SGP Neo Hybrid it is pretty nice. But if looks don't matter as much to you, it is really just a fancy TPU case so get a $10 TPU case.
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Yea we need to find a way to buy these capdase cases...very nice
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MatUK.8 said:
I saw that someone said the aluminum case for capdase affects your signal. I got the SGP Neo Hybrid it is pretty nice. But if looks don't matter as much to you, it is really just a fancy TPU case so get a $10 TPU case.
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Are you having the button sensitivity issues everyone else is having?

Incipio is my top pick for TPU cases. Their NGP cases are thicker and slicker compared to generic TPU ones.
SGP is one of my favourites as well, well at least until after they solve the button issue on the Neo Hybrid.

keyzjh said:
Incipio is my top pick for TPU cases. Their NGP cases are thicker and slicker compared to generic TPU ones.
SGP is one of my favourites as well, well at least until after they solve the button issue on the Neo Hybrid.
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The Incipio NGP case looks great. Do you know if the edges peel up easily?

Good job gopher
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i guess ill chime in on this. Have had 2 only so far.
UAG (urban armor gear)
Pros: Built Tough, Not bulky, Well made, Top Quality, Cutouts/Ports right on, Button Response ok, Unique like no other design, On-Table feature, 6 unique colors to choose from.
Cons: Pricey, Minor defect on bottom side "sharp edge" where pinky finger rest's (easy fix with box cutter), Included screen protector is a finger print/grease magnet.
Ballistic SG (NOT SG MAXX)
Pros: Great Quality, Drop protection, Soft corner impact bumpers, Great color combinations, 5 Colors to choose from. Great price for the protection it gives.
Cons: None so far, barely put it on today(11-23-12). Will review later, once real life hands on experience.

ZooGue cases have been my favorite. Amazing TPU, amazing quality.
In my opinion, Otterbox is the worst. The silicone breaks too easily and the screen protector is absolute junk. I prefer trident cases as a heavy duty case than any other heavy duty case.
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Urban Armor Gear cases - Pricier but quality is top notch. Case is well protected and the fit is perfect. It's a cool looking case too. Lightweight and doesn't add too much bulk.

Best case for Our phone

I currently have the ballistic SG case and was wondering if you guys would recommend any other cases out there?
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I have a balastic case with fly grip. Awesome!

Simple TPU case (black) from eBay works for me.

I am using the CIMO S-Line TPU Case. It looks nice and it protects my phone.
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I would say the D30 cases from t mobile. Bought one of amazon for $10, Fits like a glove and protects pretty good.
http://www.amazon.com/T-Mobile-Slee...=UTF8&qid=1349363353&sr=8-3&keywords=D30+t989

I'm currently switching between the white body glove case from T-Mobile and the PDair leather case. I really like the leather case cause it protects my screen.

dia_naji said:
I would say the D30 cases from t mobile. Bought one of amazon for $10, Fits like a glove and protects pretty good.
http://www.amazon.com/T-Mobile-Slee...=UTF8&qid=1349363353&sr=8-3&keywords=D30+t989
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D3o cases are junk. Especially the ones with the softish plastic backing. The all black one piece is alright,but still junk.
The ones with the colored plastic backing are prone to cracking just be taking off the case. Big no-no since I wash my case periodically.
On top of that, the 3.5mm slot is too small. Only slim jacks fit while the d3o case is on. I'm not willing to change my Sennheisers just because design flaws of the case.
Don't forget how much force it takes to push the power button. Over time,this can damage the power button by recessing it in. I switched to the white body glove. Its properly designed and does what I need it do.

ralphie1267 said:
I have a balastic case with fly grip. Awesome!
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i have a case similar to this, one of the amazon variants.
any who i really like the design, especially the thick corners which is what many times takes the impact of the drop. i have not had problems with screen bubbling up either

I purchased the white body glove case from tmobile store and its doing the job. I've dropped the phones a couple of times already, and its still doesnt show any scratches unless your eyeball is touching the case.

I got one from moster accessory website called the black transfusion hard cover case an I really like it as my second case. My first case was the D30, but the transfusion case was more cheaper than the d30.

http://www.amazon.com/Diztronic-Fle...349490267&sr=8-1&keywords=diztronic+galaxy+s2
I tried 3 cases, this is the best

Because I use a holster, went with the Seidio Active.

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Because I use a holster, went with the Seidio Active.
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I came upon an older Targus holster for Palm PDAs back from 2000. Its got that old brown leather look with a velcro snap and velour interior padding. Enough room for my Herc wrapped in its TPU.

Xeroday said:
http://www.amazon.com/Diztronic-Fle...349490267&sr=8-1&keywords=diztronic+galaxy+s2
I tried 3 cases, this is the best
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Luvvitt Clearview Hybrid Case

I thought I would pass along a recommendation for the Luvvitt Clear view Hybrid Slim Case. It is in my view a good alternative to the Spigen Ultra Hybrid and the Ringke Fusion, both of which I tried and both of which came up short I think. (Sharp edges on the Ringke, for instance. )
The Luvvitt case is clear, a feature I favor as I have the white Nexus 5. It fits superbly, has a nice grip - not slippery and not sticky - and a nice minimalist look and feel, with just enough cushioning and protection.
I can't post links yet but it is on Amazon. I hadn't heard of this brand before (they do make an i-phone case) or seen it on these boards so I thought I would share.
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They are not in the same class as those you are comparing with. The Ringke and Spigen will absorb shock it the phone takes a fall. The Luvvitt seems to have very little impact resistance.
However I do agree that it looks really nice.
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DH in DC said:
I thought I would pass along a recommendation for the Luvvitt Clear view Hybrid Slim Case. It is in my view a good alternative to the Spigen Ultra Hybrid and the Ringke Fusion, both of which I tried and both of which came up short I think. (Sharp edges on the Ringke, for instance. )
The Luvvitt case is clear, a feature I favor as I have the white Nexus 5. It fits superbly, has a nice grip - not slippery and not sticky - and a nice minimalist look and feel, with just enough cushioning and protection.
I can't post links yet but it is on Amazon. I hadn't heard of this brand before (they do make an i-phone case) or seen it on these boards so I thought I would share.
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These cheap clear TPU protectors always turn yellow in a short time so its good to avoid them if you can cause they get ugly real quick

Nocturnal86 said:
These cheap clear TPU protectors always turn yellow in a short time so its good to avoid them if you can cause they get ugly real quick
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I have all three. The Luvvitt is made of the same materials as the Spigen and Ringke. It isn't any "cheaper" in terms of either quality or price.

Elisha said:
They are not in the same class as those you are comparing with. The Ringke and Spigen will absorb shock it the phone takes a fall. The Luvvitt seems to have very little impact resistance.
However I do agree that it looks really nice.
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What makes you say the Luvvitt has less impact resistance? Have you tested all three?

The case looks really nice.
OP, Please post pics when you can.
I don't see any difference in protection between this and the other cases mentioned in this thread.
This TPU case should do the same as the Cruzerlite TPU case shown in that Youtube video drop test. Which is impressive.
It'll do a great job protecting.
And btw to the naysayers, no case will protect the screen if the phone falls at the correct angle and hits a sharp rock. You would need one of those armored cases that has a plastic shield screen in front to stand a chance of surviving such a fall.

Looks great! But I have to agree that ALL clear cases, expensive or not will turn yellow. It will be gradual. I have had tpu hybrids in the past and the tpu part will, in time turn yellow. This does not mean this is a bad case, it looks decent for the price of protection. Just don't expect it to 'not' turn yellow.

ahhh.... i hate it when TPU case cover the buttons, makes it so difficult to press.

bradputt said:
ahhh.... i hate it when TPU case cover the buttons, makes it so difficult to press.
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For me it's the opposite.
I don't like cases that don't cover the buttons.
The more protection from falls the better. Covered buttons have never been an issue for me where it becomes an issue.

http://www.amazon.com/LUVVITT®-CLEA...qid=1385057426&sr=1-10&keywords=nexus+5+clear
here is the link for who is interested!
However i found this case really great...probably the Spigen is better but there is the unknown of the flash in the new revision (also if the hole now is only one and not two like the previous one), now i don't know what cover to choose...i really like the spigen but i'm afraid for the flash...what are the flash perfomances with this case? Oh and also i wait a pic with the phone in the case!