Tuesday, September 11, 2012
XDA Members & Note 10.1 Owners:
Okay. So now we finally have a means of purchasing the official Samsung book cover for our wonderful tablets; but where's the variety? Are we to only have leather folio or Samsung book cover as our choices? I'm noticing a serious lack of variety in the accessories department here. Even my Tab 7.7/GT-P6810 (Which was a total flop; due to price, not quality. It was the best tablet I've ever owned.) had a decent selection of cases.
So which accessory and/or case manufacturers do we need to start petitions for.... Otterbox, Ballistic, Spigen, Speck, Trident, CaseMate, Belkin? Personally, I think a shiny black Speck Candyshell to match the one on my GT-N7000 would be perfect. They do scuff something aweful though. Maybe an Otterbox Commuter; not to flimsy, not too bulky? What do you guys think? Post below!
Thank you,
Edward (Mister_Mxyzptlk)
P.S.: My fellow Android enthusiasts in the states... please take a few moments out of your day today to appreciate the things in this world you most take for granted. Take a moment and appreciate life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Remember the WTC. Thank you!
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Unless someone can point me toward an alternative
I really enjoyed my case for my nook color by JAVOedge. Tweed Book Case.
They had made cases for the Galaxy Tab 10.1 Austin Axis Case.
I like the fact that their Galaxy Tab 10.1 case didn't use the standard cover the bezel approach to hold it that so many case manufactures like to do was a major plus to me. I just want something that isn't completely leather or plastic. If I could just find a holder like that for the Note 10.1 I would try to Frankenstein that Axis case for my Note 10.1.
I would love to have a Trident Kraken or Otter Defender. I sent an email to Trident asking if they had plans for a note 10.1 case but didn't get much of a response out of them.
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bakuub said:
I really enjoyed my case for my nook color by JAVOedge. Tweed Book Case.
They had made cases for the Galaxy Tab 10.1 Austin Axis Case.
I like the fact that their Galaxy Tab 10.1 case didn't use the standard cover the bezel approach to hold it that so many case manufactures like to do was a major plus to me. I just want something that isn't completely leather or plastic. If I could just find a holder like that for the Note 10.1 I would try to Frankenstein that Axis case for my Note 10.1.
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I also had a really nice case for my NOOK Color. It was an Otterbox Commuter. I used it on my NOOK Tablet too. It was fantastic! I got rid of my NOOK Color in December and my NOOK Tablet in February; but I still have the Commuter case. I really wish I would have kept my NOOK Tablet. That was such a cool little gadget. Personally, I think gadgets are more fun when you have to hack them and repurpose them to do what you want. Hacking the NOOK Tablet and turning it into a fully functional tablet was just a lot of fun. It made me really appreciate the thing. Between my NOOK Tablet and my Galaxy Tab 7.7 (GT-P6810), I don't know which one I regret selling more. They were both so great.
Anyway, with that being said, I'd really like to see a Commuter case made for the Note 10.1. I would say that a Defender case might be better; but as a case meant for a tablet, I think that the gummy, silicone feel of a Defender case would be a little weird. I absolutely loved the feel of the hard plastic outer shell on my NOOK Tablet's Commuter case. It felt nice and solid, but not gummy and/or overly bulky. I'd like to petition Otterbox for a Commuter case. Would you guys jump on if I started a Note 10.1 Commuter case petition thread?
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Otterbox
Incase
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I'm more interested in a Hard Case type, something like a Defender from Otterbox. I went on Facebook for Otterbox and asked if they had plans to release a case for the Note 10.1, there response was "Not at this time"
I think there are a lot of cases out of the Note 10.1, at first there weren't but there are now.
californiarailroader said:
I think there are a lot of cases out of the Note 10.1, at first there weren't but there are now.
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There are a lot but seems like 3 maybe 4 styles but multiple companies making variants on those styles. My issue is I want some variety of the materials used. The look of the PU leather is overdone and boring.
bakuub said:
There are a lot but seems like 3 maybe 4 styles but multiple companies making variants on those styles. My issue is I want some variety of the materials used. The look of the PU leather is overdone and boring.
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Yeah, I see your point there.
An
http://oberondesign.com/
case specofically for 10.1" tablets including the Note 10.1 would be great.
Prettty expensive but so beautiful.
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blue13x said:
An
http://oberondesign.com/
case specofically for 10.1" tablets including the Note 10.1 would be great.
Prettty expensive but so beautiful.
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Ugh! Another leather folio for the Note 10.1... just what the world needs. Where the **** are the cases that actually protect the device? A little polycarbonate and silicone would be nice.
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I've been pestering otterbox through twitter for one, @otterbox and @otterboxCS
Ballistic I wrote them want a case told them they can use my note if they have to
Looks like no ballistic case
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I'd get a Trident case if I could get them to make one.
When I had my (ahem, ahem) iPad, I really enjoyed this case, it was not that cheap when I bought it, but it was my favorite:
Click on the pics to go to Amazon website. This thing provided the most protection anything under $50 could buy. The back grooves felt really nice on your palm and you could have held it for hours.
Ron
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Hey all,
So when I first got the Vibrant I was a little ticked off how poorly companies had taken into account Samsung and there for left us limited to crappy Tmo cases. Anyway, that's why I love globalization and the internet. I bought a Zenus case which came with two amazing screen protectors. The only problem is that they are for the actual Galaxy S not our variant. Anyway, here are some small pics of the case I'll put up more later off the actual device, and the screen protectors.
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Here is another...
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Looks nice. I have been considering getting a leather style case like that.
I got that exact same one. Love it! We will see how it holds up though.
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I got that exact same one. Love it! We will see how it holds up though.
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I do love it. It's comfy and sturdy. Its no otter box but still a great case. I like that it makes the phone a little heavier, which is the only thing I don't like about the Vibrant. The light weight plastic makes it feel kind low quality cheap to me.
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I agree it can be slightly chubby in the pocket, but I think the thinness of this phone has spoiled me.
Sent from a Samsung Vibrant.
Where are people purchasing the Zenus leather case?
YMark said:
Where are people purchasing the Zenus leather case?
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http://shop.ebay.com/i.html?_nkw=zenus+galaxy
Hybrid Flexi Skin Cover
Might try one out if the Hybrid Flexi Skin Cover doesn't do as good as I'm hoping it will.
Trident Kraken when it will be for galaxy s3?
Trident CYCLOP?
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I havent got to play with it yet, but i had Ottterbox on my last phone (4S), and im gonna warn you, if you're going with otterbox, you're gonna have a tank in you're pocket.
Plus, it's really expensive.
For myself, I bought TPU Gel Silicone Skin Cover one ebay.
black one. It's cheap, and really looks good!
Trident Kraken when it will be for galaxy s3?
Trident CYCLOP?
Otterbox is my choice. Ofcourse its going to make the phone a bit bigger
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Had a Otterbox Defender for the iPhone 4 for about a week and gave it away. I hated everything about it. I especially hated the screen protector so it got punched out after a couple of days and I put another Body Guardz protector on it. After a week, it was back to the Mophie and Goodwill got the case.
I talked my wife into getting a Kraken for her hand-me-down phone, the Nexus. It's awesome. The Kraken for the GS3 is supposed to be shipping by the end of July so I'm hoping it won't be delayed. I already pre-ordered one from Amazon. I think the Otterbox is supposed to be out around 7/20 or so.
Had an otterbox for my droid razr and it was such a nice case! buttons were easy to press and the case wasn't as bulky. I decided to try the trident aegis case this time around. I'll review it a bit once I get it.
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Otterbox is my choice. Ofcourse its going to make the phone a bit bigger
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"a bit"?
kind of like saying Jenna Jameson was "a bit" of a porn star...
I got mine about a week ago and haven't used it for the last 4 days. I had the same case for my s2 & loved it, I thought it was an improvement to the phone. I have a couple of gripes with the s3 case but basically I just missed the sleek & smooth feel of the phone. My other gripes are
1. The buttons are a little too big, I don't have a problem with them being hard to press, especially as I always have my s3 in landscape and without the case I was always accidentally pressing the volume buttons.
2. It's just a little too big, and that's coming from a dell streak user. I just find the new cas a bit cumbersome, it doesn't look good with the curves.
3. I prefer the softer silicone inner on the s2 model, this is a lot firmer, making it a bugger to take off & put on.
4. The screensaver is pretty poor, I understand why they couldn't go right to the curved edge but it ONLY JUST! covers the display part of the screen, meaning you're constantly feeling the edge of it when swiping from the edge of the screen. I reckon i'll be too sick of that too and will be going naked.
Love Otterbox products, and I understand there has to be a pay off for the protection but I just don't think it works too well with the s3. IMHO!
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rvbarton said:
"a bit"?
kind of like saying Jenna Jameson was "a bit" of a porn star...
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Well its relative, i guess you have small hands..
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Hey guys, my S3 should be here by the end of the week, woooooooooo. But I need some help deciding on a case and was wondering if people who have tried different cases or used just one and can reccomend it could chime in. Basically I want something that will protect the phone, specifically something with a lip so when screen down the screen isn't touching the surface it's on, and basic protection of the phone, I don't drop my phone often, never dropped it on concrete, I'm not very clumsy but I still want something that'll protect my very very expensive phone. The Otterbox defended and similar cases seem like overkill for me, but the clear plastic 2mm case seem like not enough protection, so I was wondering if there was a nice middle ground that wasn't too thick and bulky but would definitely protect the phone. I've got my eye on this one http://www.goballisticcase.com/products/samsung-galaxy-s-3-ballistic-sg-maxx-series-case, any other suggestions?
Keep in mind I'm coming from a Desire Z with a thickness of 14.2 mm, the S3 feels like a piece of paper in my hand coming from that, so a little bulk doesn't bother me.
Acase Superleggera Pro
Currently not being productive on my S3.
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Acase Superleggera Pro
Currently not being productive on my S3.
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Acase Samsung Galaxy S3 case - Superleggera PRO Dual Layer Protection
http://www.acase.com/Acase-Samsung-...archPage=1&searchRank=salesrank&searchSize=12
I like the look of that one, and it's very cheap too, awesome! thanks for the suggestion.
DBA Cases Ultra case. Check out the thread here
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I've ordered this one for now http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/28093530...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649. I'll see how that one goes, if it turns out to be complete crap I'll buy another one.
I use the Platinum Series Case from Best Buy with belt clip
http://m.bestbuy.com/m/e/product/detail.jsp?skuId=5797884&pid=1218695418051
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=33301380
It's an awesome case
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http://www.zoogue.com/free-galaxy-siii-social-case/
Free. Just pay shipping. I ordered a couple of black ones and they're great cases. I'll probably end up ordering a couple of grey ones as well.
cor4twenty said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=33301380
It's an awesome case
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How do you like the screen protector thing that comes with it?
Trident.
I have a extended battery case on mine, but I went & ordered a Trident Kraken off Ebay. $28.99+free shipping, was too tempting.
Saturny said:
I have a extended battery case on mine, but I went & ordered a Trident Kraken off Ebay. $28.99+free shipping, was too tempting.
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That's a nice deal for the Kraken, I like the Aegis as well, they look really nice.
I know you said the otter box is excessive but they actually have two different styles at sprint. i have the slim otter its not bulky but protects everything. I like alot due to the fact that it protects the charging port as well as the ear phone Jack. I had the s2 before and my charging port always got stuff in it like lent from my pocket or what not. The case is lined with a silicone case inside a hard shell which will stop dirt from getting inside and scratching the device as well as making it more drop resistant. It is deffinatly worth having for 30 dollars.
The otter box i have is actually smaller than the case you have posted and comes with one screen protector as well.
Here is a youtube review of the case if it dosent play just google galaxy s3 otter box commuter caae.
http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=qHvnA-wdmQA&desktop_uri=/watch?v=qHvnA-wdmQA
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I actually just picked up a commuter case to replace my defender. It's much sleeker and easy to take in and out of the pocket. While it retains the solid feel the defender offered, I have an issue with the grip. Any advice on dealing with its slickness?
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owlchemist said:
I actually just picked up a commuter case to replace my defender. It's much sleeker and easy to take in and out of the pocket. While it retains the solid feel the defender offered, I have an issue with the grip. Any advice on dealing with its slickness?
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The Otterbox doesn't look too bad, but for the price of $32.50 it seems kinda..... Boring. Some of the other cases look really cool.
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Acase Samsung Galaxy S3 case - Superleggera PRO Dual Layer Protection
http://www.acase.com/Acase-Samsung-...archPage=1&searchRank=salesrank&searchSize=12
I like the look of that one, and it's very cheap too, awesome! thanks for the suggestion.
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Don't get this case... I have it on my s3 now. The plastic (outer part of case) will start to peal and break off. At first it was an awesome case but yeah... I'll upload pics at request. Do not buy!
+ 1 For the Otterbox Commutor...
:good:
http://www.otterbox.com/Samsung-Galaxy-S3-Commuter-Series/SAM4-GALAXY-S3,default,pd.html
It's not bad. It saved many phone yesterday from some nasty looking rocks
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http://www.amazon.com/Urban-Armor-Gear-GLXS3-COMP-WHT-VP-Composite/dp/B008EPW1MI
Hands down the best case I've ever purchased. Looks amazing in all colors, very good protection, not too bulky, and came without any flaws. It turns heads while providing the protection I need.
Check this link to see some of the other colors that they carry.
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=bl_sr_w...brandtextbin=Urban Armor Gear&node=2335752011
Urban Armor Gear. Love mine.
+1 for Otterbox Defender. Its not anywhere near as bulky as I thought it was going to be and I really like how it provides me with solid, square edges so I can prop it up on my display screen in my car dash very easily and it stays securly in place (for the most part).
I dont know if its already been informed here (i searched already) or maybe nobody noticed. But last night I was all happy! at last Otterbox has realeased Defender case for our galaxy note 10.1. It comes in all black and two tone gray and white (they called it glacier). So has anybody actually purchased it? Im in the process of getting it.
http://www.otterbox.com/Galaxy-Note-10.1-Defender-Series-Case/sam2-note-10-1,default,pd.html?dwvar_sam2-note-10-1_color=20&start=1&cgid=samsung-galaxy-note-10-cases
It's about time!
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Just bought mine today, I'll give an update as soon it arrive
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ye
Could not believe my eyes when I went to their website! Had to verify here though. Have ordered mine too.
zagitariuz said:
I dont know if its already been informed here (i searched already) or maybe nobody noticed. But last night I was all happy! at last Otterbox has realeased Defender case for our galaxy note 10.1. It comes in all black and two tone gray and white (they called it glacier). So has anybody actually purchased it? Im in the process of getting it.
http://www.otterbox.com/Galaxy-Note-10.1-Defender-Series-Case/sam2-note-10-1,default,pd.html?dwvar_sam2-note-10-1_color=20&start=1&cgid=samsung-galaxy-note-10-cases
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It is built like a Mack truck and I can see why some folks like and need it but, I don't have kids and I pamper my Note 10.1 so for me........ The Otterbox is just to big, bulky, heavy and I think it cheapens the look of the Galaxy Note 10.1.
A 2 year extended warranty with drop protection and an inexpensive clear TPU Skin Cover Case is less money but hey I'm still looking for my perfect case.
Glad to hear that you found what you love for your Note 10.1.
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It is built like a Mack truck and I can see why some folks like and need it but, I don't have kids and I pamper my Note 10.1 so for me........ The Otterbox is just to big, bulky, heavy and I think it cheapens the look of the Galaxy Note 10.1.
A 2 year extended warranty with drop protection and an inexpensive clear TPU Skin Cover Case is less money but hey I'm still looking for my perfect case.
Glad to hear that you found what you love for your Note 10.1.
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Agree.
Too massive, too big, it's killing note's beauty.
Might be useful on some extreme trips but not for everyday use.
Finally. I'll wait for the review, but for now i will stick with my roocase business folio.
Thank God we have a tough case. I contacted Gumdrop Tech and they said that they were not making a case for the Note 10.1.
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Awesome.....Really need to get this case......Thanks a lot
I ordered one about a week ago an waiting on it to come in. I wish Seidio made cases for the Note 10.1 as well. I have one of their cases on my Note II and it offers the same dual-layer protection as the OtterBox, but in an all-around slimmer profile.
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Agree.
Too massive, too big, it's killing note's beauty.
Might be useful on some extreme trips but not for everyday use.
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I agree. Were I not in the military, I might opt for something a little less bulky and like one of the previous member's posts, I tend to baby mine as well; but I will say that although it about doubles the size of the tablet, it protects it well and is definitely the right fit for my active type lifestyle. I love it!!
So.. I have tried my very best to search if anyone is talking about this in any other thread but can't find nothing on it.
I have the Nexus 4 version of the case and it has done me very well! Although about 10 days ago I broke it cause I always pop it on and off while bored.
The only other case that can compete with this (slimness wise) is the Slim SPIGEN Case.
I don't understand how there isnt a thread on this case nor is there any discussion on it! What gives?
What's your opinions on it? Which one would you choose out the two?
$5.99 RINGKE: http://www.amazon.com/RELEASE-PERFE...qid=1383319011&sr=1-2&keywords=ringke+nexus+5
$ 9.99 SPIGEN: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EV8Y50S/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Personally I'm going towards the Ringke case... its cheaper, thinner and looks a little better.
Maybe I'll be swayed towards the Spegen case from you guys!
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Finally got both cases and two phones to compare the two side by side.
After using both of them for a little bit I have decided the Ringke is the better case.
Reasons: Slimmer, covers the phone more, does not have an air gap on the back (you can press the SPIGEN on the back and it will move)
I had to sand both of them down to get rid of the ruff parts.
These super thin cases are way less popular (especially with the younger crowd) than the flashy "hybrid-like" cases that offer more protection and bling. This was the case with the GS4 as well (take a look at those forums).
I personally love the uber thin cases that offer only scratch resistance (and maybe a little drop-proof-ability) but are like having nothing on the phone and not adding to it's bulk. I have the Ringke slim for my GS4 and on the delivery truck a Ringke slim in transit for my N5.
I was very disappointed with the Spigen neo-hybrid for the GS4 and sold it immediately.
The Ringke slim on the other hand is super solid and more professional looking (if you want to call it that ).
I'm sure the Spigen Ultra Fit (Slim) would be very comparable to the Ringke, it looks almost identical in pics and specs
Glad someone brought this up too. I was looking at these two as well and this is something funny i noticed.
the size comparisons between the two are not consistent. SPIGEN reports a .3mm thicker phone but otherwise its the same size.
I'm leaning toward the RINGKE as well. cheaper if i ordered two of those with shipping than to order 2 of the Spigen and get something else for 1.02$ to hit the free shipping mark at 25.
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These super thin cases are way less popular (especially with the younger crowd) than the flashy "hybrid-like" cases that offer more protection and bling. This was the case with the GS4 as well (take a look at those forums).
I personally love the uber thin cases that offer only scratch resistance (and maybe a little drop-proof-ability) but are like having nothing on the phone and not adding to it's bulk. I have the Ringke slim for my GS4 and on the delivery truck a Ringke slim in transit for my N5.
I was very disappointed with the Spigen neo-hybrid for the GS4 and sold it immediately.
The Ringke slim on the other hand is super solid and more professional looking (if you want to call it that ).
I'm sure the Spigen Ultra Fit (Slim) would be very comparable to the Ringke, it looks almost identical in pics and specs
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Why exactly were you disappointed with the Neo Hybrid for S4? I had my eyes on the Champagne Gold Neo Hybrid for N5.
I'm personally not a fan of the Slim series as it doesn't offer protection for the top and bottom of the device. Whereas, the Galaxy Nexus Slim it covered the whole phone 360 and kept its slim factor.
zephiK said:
Why exactly were you disappointed with the Neo Hybrid for S4? I had my eyes on the Champagne Gold Neo Hybrid for N5.
I'm personally not a fan of the Slim series as it doesn't offer protection for the top and bottom of the device. Whereas, the Galaxy Nexus Slim it covered the whole phone 360 and kept its slim factor.
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I totally understand about the protection the slim series cases don't offer. It's all about preference indeed.
That said, I didn't like the neo-hybrid because it felt like a gimmick (if that makes sense). In other words it felt and looked like they made a case to just look "cool" rather than making a case to form fit a phone. It does offer more protection than the slim fit cases though. It was also too "square" looking for me once on the phone. Made the GS4 look iPhone-ish to my eyes.
Funny thing though....I sold it to my 17 yr old nephew (well it was free but he paid shipping) and he thought it was the coolest thing since sliced bread. :good:
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I totally understand about the protection the slim series cases don't offer. It's all about preference indeed.
That said, I didn't like the neo-hybrid because it felt like a gimmick (if that makes sense). In other words it felt and looked like they made a case to just look "cool" rather than making a case to form fit a phone. It does offer more protection than the slim fit cases though. It was also too "square" looking for me once on the phone. Made the GS4 look iPhone-ish to my eyes.
Funny thing though....I sold it to my 17 yr old nephew (well it was free but he paid shipping) and he thought it was the coolest thing since sliced bread. :good:
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I like the slimness but the top/bottom exposed is a no-no for me. I really wonder why they decided to go with that design. This is the Galaxy Nexus Slim I was referring to http://www.rearthusa.com/sprint_verizon_galaxy_nexus_slim.html slim factor and top/bottom protected.
Hmm, I guess that is true with the Champagne Gold. I just like the mixture between the two colors. So more or less its just aesthetics/appearances on your part but nothing of the case. I was just reading that the older versions of it have had peoples' outer part of the case to crack. Which was the same case for me when I had the official LG bumper for N4 so that was definitely worrisome.
Haha, I think its a pretty neat case too. Looks nice.
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I like the slimness but the top/bottom exposed is a no-no for me. I really wonder why they decided to go with that design. This is the Galaxy Nexus Slim I was referring to http://www.rearthusa.com/sprint_verizon_galaxy_nexus_slim.html slim factor and top/bottom protected.
Hmm, I guess that is true with the Champagne Gold. I just like the mixture between the two colors. So more or less its just aesthetics/appearances on your part but nothing of the case. I was just reading that the older versions of it have had peoples' outer part of the case to crack. Which was the same case for me when I had the official LG bumper for N4 so that was definitely worrisome.
Haha, I think its a pretty neat case too. Looks nice.
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Yup, ya never know when the N5 might take a tumble to the pavement and land on the top/bottom or the screen (ouch)!
Oh I think the neo-hybrid looks great in a picture that's why I ordered it. On my GS4 was a different story. The plastic piece on mine felt like it would break very easily, but I don't know which version I had.
Go for it get what ya want. You can always return it and they're so cheap nowadays you don't really miss out on much by doing so
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Yup, ya never know when the N5 might take a tumble to the pavement and land on the top/bottom or the screen (ouch)!
Oh I think the neo-hybrid looks great in a picture that's why I ordered it. On my GS4 was a different story. The plastic piece on mine felt like it would break very easily, but I don't know which version I had.
Go for it get what ya want. You can always return it and they're so cheap nowadays you don't really miss out on much by doing so
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They're so cheap that its not even worth sending it back with the shipping fee.. plus I'm lazy Neo Hybrid is actually ~$19.99 as of right now.
Can't wait for the accessory party to finally begin and a bunch of nexus 5 videos of accessory unboxing/reviews to appear. It will make our jobs a lot easier.
Its kind of funny seeing Rearth and Spigen practically offer the same case and design and names. Slim/Hybrid, what is up with that anyway?
zephiK said:
They're so cheap that its not even worth sending it back with the shipping fee.. plus I'm lazy Neo Hybrid is actually ~$19.99 as of right now.
Can't wait for the accessory party to finally begin and a bunch of nexus 5 videos of accessory unboxing/reviews to appear. It will make our jobs a lot easier.
Its kind of funny seeing Rearth and Spigen practically offer the same case and design and names. Slim/Hybrid, what is up with that anyway?
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lol very true!
idk maybe they're owned by a same parent company?
Only problem I have with these cases is that when I always use one I notice that they tend to scratch your phone with the way they snap on.
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Alaris said:
Only problem I have with these cases is that when I always use one I notice that they tend to scratch your phone with the way they snap on.
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I thought about that too when I first ordered the Ringke slim. To my delight there is not one scratch on my GS4 (had since launch) caused from the case and I've taken it on and off over a dozen times.
Edit: I will say however, that the case is tough to get off! It's snaps on easily and extremely secure
I like to wash them every week
Yeah I had one on my N4 and went to take it off (like to get the lint off every once and a while) and it scuffed one of the corners. Most people wouldn't notice but it threw my ocd into over drive aft err that lol.
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zephiK said:
They're so cheap that its not even worth sending it back with the shipping fee.. plus I'm lazy Neo Hybrid is actually ~$19.99 as of right now.
Can't wait for the accessory party to finally begin and a bunch of nexus 5 videos of accessory unboxing/reviews to appear. It will make our jobs a lot easier.
Its kind of funny seeing Rearth and Spigen practically offer the same case and design and names. Slim/Hybrid, what is up with that anyway?
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Wait for the party to begin? I've already ordered 8 cases! Lol
I'll post up a comparison of the rearthe and the spigen when I get them.
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Alaris said:
Only problem I have with these cases is that when I always use one I notice that they tend to scratch your phone with the way they snap on.
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Yeah exactly why I stopped using cases. I never liked cases, prefer naked. But got the slim ringke for my gnex a couple years ago. Loved the slimness but ended up scratching my phone.
I pop my case on and off all the time and it has never scratched my N4. Maybe its just the N4 that doesn't scratch.
The reason I like these slim cases is because it does add much bulk and it keeps the design of the phone some what. I'm the kind of person that has never dropped their phone on a hard surface. Worst surface iv dropped it on is carpet which was from my lap.
I'm thinking of buying both now cause I can't make my mind up at all!
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Wait for the party to begin? I've already ordered 8 cases! Lol
I'll post up a comparison of the rearthe and the spigen when I get them.
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Lol I was a accessory crazy guy in N4. Trying to make my first purchase the most satisfied one and stick with it im leaning towards the Neo Hybrid
Had a ringke slim on both my s3 and s4. Have one on order for the n5 as well.
Really like the s4 case but certainly not for someone that drops their phone all the time.
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just ordered the spigen ultra fit soft matte white for my black nexus 5
i hate cases. so much attention and value is dedicated to the aesthetics and build quality of a phone only to be covered up by an uglier case. my gf has an iphone, a really beautiful phone, and she covers it up with the most hideous otterbox. in her case it is warranted because she is a clutz, but it bothers me every time i see it. i liken it to buying a really nice sports car and then covering it up in foam to drive around.
BUT... i've had my current phone for 1.5 years and i remember the feeling when i dropped it the first day i bought it... it felt bad. only a small scratch but i swear i stared at that scratch and rubbed my finger over it so many times the first week in regret. hopefully this case will be minimal enough and good feeling enough so that i will keep it on my phone. but i'm predicting i'll keep it on for about 2 weeks before i decide i just want my phone beautiful and nude.
why spigen over ringke? well first off i wanted matte and second off ringke advertises "world's thinnest case" and then proves it with a picture of a nexus 5 with the wrong thickness measurement. so i had to dock them for semi false advertising.
the spigen and ringke were both $10 for me with shipping and handling included.
Has anyone bought a Ringke Slim case from Rearth and actually recieved their Nexus 5 yet?
How does it fit? Any comments/reviews would be fun to hear. I'm still waiting for both to arrive.