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SGP Reventon Yellow Neo-Hybrid Case (REVIEW & PICS)

OK, so I recieved my SGP Neo-Hybrid case in Reventon Yellow this afternoon.
First impression was, WOW that looks nice!
Extended battery is a for sure NO, don't even try it.
(this was meant for the GSM model with the slimmer battery)
I love the look of this case, and it feels great. But the fit is very tight. At first when i put it on it didn't go over the the top of the screen and the buttons didn't align that well. The Vol - button was depressed so when you turned on the phone and unlocked it the volume would just go all the way down and stay there. Then i took the case off and started to pull on it and try to stretch it out a bit and it helped a little. I finally got it to fit sort of nicely. I'll leave it on for a few days and hopefully it will magically change a bit and fit nicer lol
Overall the quality is very nice. Looks are great, especialy in the Reventon Yellow. This case doesn't add a whole lot of bulk to this phone, and actually feels very nice in the hand. the cutouts for the rear speaker, charger and headphones port are very nice, especially the rear speaker hole. the voluem and power button finally fit a little better after me fiddling with and it stretching it and moving it around. The yellow is a very nice shade of yellow, not too bright and not too dark, perfect in my opinion and i don't really like yellows. It's kind of like a lamborghini or ferrari yelllow, as a member on here mentioned in a thread.
and here are a few pics.....
will try to take some tomorrow in daylight to see if i can get a better visual of the yellow color and fit.
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These pictures are when i put it on the first time, it does fit much better now. I will take some better pictures tomorrow hopefully
Thanks for reading and if you have any questions, please comment or post them.
UPDATE!!!!!
Ok so a few days ago i decided to modify my neo hybrid to fit a little better.
Those of you have have seen or heard of SGP's neo hybrid EX series cases, they dont have the rubber casing on the back of the phone where the battery door cover is, soo.........................
i did this
And with the extended battery and cover....
and to answer some questions,
Yes it does have a lip, about one mm
It does fit a little better, but still doesn't go over the top of the bezel but it fits much better around the buttons on both sides
And it does feel and look good still, i think but i did send an email to SGP asking if they will be making some neo hybrids for the CDMA version and will post bak soon as i hear from them

That is a pretty sexy case!
Thanks for the pics!

Looks really cool!

Thanks for buying this to try out. I'm curious if it fits any better now after wearing it for some time

Does it fit with extended battery?

does the case protect the screen when you place it face down.
i can't see in the pictures if there is a lip there.

Ugh. I want this case. Wish it fit the Verizon model *tear*

I just ordered the yellow and am thinking of getting the gsm extended Battery. I understand that with the gsm extended battery with cover, it won't fit this case. But if i remove the back cover and just placed the nexus with extended batt directly into the sgp rubber back, would the whole thing fit?

A M A Z I N G

I ordered one in silver and one in white a few days ago as well. They should be here soon. I'm wondering though, if these play nice with wet application screen protectors. I have a ZAGG and I hate it, so I ordered some SGP Flex screens, but people have been saying the XO skin is the best so far, so for $15 I might get one of those as well.
But I have to decide whether I want the full screen or the case-fit screen.

sliderocket22 said:
I ordered one in silver and one in white a few days ago as well. They should be here soon. I'm wondering though, if these play nice with wet application screen protectors. I have a ZAGG and I hate it, so I ordered some SGP Flex screens, but people have been saying the XO skin is the best so far, so for $15 I might get one of those as well.
But I have to decide whether I want the full screen or the case-fit screen.
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this case does work well with the wet screen protectors. I have the xo skin and at first i thouhght it was great, but now im likeing it too much. It got a little more rubbery than i thuoght it would and the finger prints dont come off as easily so i have to use a wet paper towel to wipe it clean. Im thinking of getting the steinheil oleophobic one to try out.

marshy73 said:
I just ordered the yellow and am thinking of getting the gsm extended Battery. I understand that with the gsm extended battery with cover, it won't fit this case. But if i remove the back cover and just placed the nexus with extended batt directly into the sgp rubber back, would the whole thing fit?
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i tried that with the verizon exteneded battery and i wouldnt do that if i were you. It has some play and the battery might come off the prongs and keep shutting off ur phone

k20igor said:
this case does work well with the wet screen protectors. I have the xo skin and at first i thouhght it was great, but now im likeing it too much. It got a little more rubbery than i thuoght it would and the finger prints dont come off as easily so i have to use a wet paper towel to wipe it clean. Im thinking of getting the steinheil oleophobic one to try out.
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Good to know. I am not a huge fan of wet apply screens, but that's what we get for edge to edge coverage right now. If the Flex doesn't work, I'll get some ultra oleophobics instead. Anything really crystal clear works for me.
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k20igor said:
i tried that with the verizon exteneded battery and i wouldnt do that if i were you. It has some play and the battery might come off the prongs and keep shutting off ur phone
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Hmm, perhaps placing something inbetween?

sliderocket22 said:
Good to know. I am not a huge fan of wet apply screens, but that's what we get for edge to edge coverage right now. If the Flex doesn't work, I'll get some ultra oleophobics instead. Anything really crystal clear works for me.
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I absolutely love my flex. Its really smooth to the touch not grippy at all. It has a small amount of texturing, not quite orange peel but a little texture non the less, but its only noticeable with the screen off. All in all its my favorite wet apply protector out of all the ones I've owned.
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skyhigh2004 said:
I absolutely love my flex. Its really smooth to the touch not grippy at all. It has a small amount of texturing, not quite orange peel but a little texture non the less, but its only noticeable with the screen off. All in all its my favorite wet apply protector out of all the ones I've owned.
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The SGP Flex screen protector? I have the XO Skins and i loved it the first 2 weeks and now its getting a little too grippy for me and fingerprints gget left behind like no other. can post a pic or two of it on your phone and is it edge to edge or does it not go all the way to the edged, because i love how the XO goes all the way to edges. Thanks in advance and how long have you had your screen protector on for?

Awesome! The mod makes this exactly the case I was looking for: something very similar to the "bumper" cases for the iPhone. Shock absorbing all around the outside and not covering the back.
If anyone has pictures of one on in black, white, or grey I'd really love to them. Looks like the grey is lighter than the metallic color of the GN, too bad it doesn't match.
k20igor - Is it simple to "mod" this case like you did, does it just come apart with some prying? How well does it fit once mod'ed? You pictures at the end were with the 2000 mAh extended battery and cover off eBay, correct?
Has anyone fit one of these on a GSM (I9250) model? Possibly with one of the eBay 2000 mAh extended batteries and covers off ebay?

phishie said:
Awesome! The mod makes this exactly the case I was looking for: something very similar to the "bumper" cases for the iPhone. Shock absorbing all around the outside and not covering the back.
If anyone has pictures of one on in black, white, or grey I'd really love to them. Looks like the grey is lighter than the metallic color of the GN, too bad it doesn't match.
k20igor - Is it simple to "mod" this case like you did, does it just come apart with some prying? How well does it fit once mod'ed? You pictures at the end were with the 2000 mAh extended battery and cover off eBay, correct?
Has anyone fit one of these on a GSM (I9250) model? Possibly with one of the eBay 2000 mAh extended batteries and covers off ebay?
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I got my silver one on my GSM Nexus today. I don't have the 2000 mAh batteries yet, but that is on the way. I must say this is one of the best cases I've ever owned. I went and ordered one for my Galaxy S II and I'm looking for them for other devices as well. Once I get my extended battery, I'll see how they go.
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skyhigh2004 said:
I absolutely love my flex. Its really smooth to the touch not grippy at all. It has a small amount of texturing, not quite orange peel but a little texture non the less, but its only noticeable with the screen off. All in all its my favorite wet apply protector out of all the ones I've owned.
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus
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Does it get dents in it? My ZAGG I just took off in favor of a Verizon anti-glare (I HATE anti-glare) looked like someone rolled a golf ball all over the screen. I can't stand ZAGGs anymore, I only got it for some protection til my Neo Hybrid came.
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k20igor said:
The SGP Flex screen protector? I have the XO Skins and i loved it the first 2 weeks and now its getting a little too grippy for me and fingerprints gget left behind like no other. can post a pic or two of it on your phone and is it edge to edge or does it not go all the way to the edged, because i love how the XO goes all the way to edges. Thanks in advance and how long have you had your screen protector on for?
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It does go edge to edge, it leaves about a 1 mm gap if that. I can't post a pic as this is my only camera . I've had it on for about three weeks and its still superb in terms of finger gripyness. My fingers glide over it. You also get two in the package unlike some other screen protectors.
sliderocket22 said:
Does it get dents in it? My ZAGG I just took off in favor of a Verizon anti-glare (I HATE anti-glare) looked like someone rolled a golf ball all over the screen. I can't stand ZAGGs anymore, I only got it for some protection til my Neo Hybrid came.
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It does have a slight texture but nothing compared to any zaggs I've had. It doesn't really dent that I can tell. All in all a great screen protector.
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus

Opinions on a case with kickstand

Hey folks. Frequent XDA forumer here and new owner of a SGS3.
Unfortunately, my story begins with tragedy. I got my SGS3 just a few days ago, and last night it slipped from my pocket while I was sitting in a chair and fell 2 feet onto concrete. BAM, hairline crack along the entire length of the front glass. I have to say, I'm not too pleased (my Epic 4G took worse tumbles than that without a case) and I'm ordering new glass from eBay to replace myself because the $178.61 Samsung quoted me, and the $150 deductable I'd have to pay Asurion are both complete rip-offs just to swap the front glass. I'd also just like to go on record and point out that Samsung really dropped the ball not rubberizing the back of the SGS3; the phone is beautiful but like a wet fish to handle. I suspect it wouldn't have slipped out of my pocket had it been rubberized like my Epic.
So, anyhow, enough of my bellyaching. Once I finish replacing the front glass, I need to get this thing some protection. I've looked around on eBay and seen a lot of candidates (both brands I recognize like Otterbox and UAG and otherwise) but I'd really like to hear from you guys what you think.
Here's what I'm looking for:
As thin as possible
Rubberized back or TPU shell
Has a kickstand
No extended battery
Let me know your recommendations!
EDIT - I've now been through all ~75 pages of the "Post a picture of your case along with your S3" thread and, coupled with the suggestions from this thread, I've got this running list going of options:
Qmadix Holster Shell Combo (Metalix product line)
SEIDIO ACTIVE with Kickstand
Case-Mate Pop! with Stand
Cruzerlite Spi-Force
Trident Kraken
Fosmon/GreatShield Hybrid (A lot of alternative styles with kickstand here)
GreatShield Snap Stand
Tomaxx Silikon TPU

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7TZA84DV754

CZ Eddie said:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7TZA84DV754
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Awesome, that's essentially what I'm looking for; some minimal protection that's rubberized and sporting a prop. My only complaint about those Qmadix Metalix models is that visually I'm not really digging the style. They're a little too flashy; I was hoping to see something just all black. But who knows, maybe I'd get used to it. I was glad to hear that the kickstand is very durable, as a lot of the no-name brands I see on eBay have props that look very flimsy.
Would love to see any other suggestions, and thanks again!

I have this: http://www.amazon.com/Aduro-Holster...qid=1352610675&sr=8-6&keywords=galaxy+s3+case
The case its self feels nice but it doesn't protect enough. My screen still broke :crying: with it because it only covers the sides and not the top and bottom. The kickstand is utter **** and falls over when you breathe because the kickstand barely sticks out.
tl;dr: it blows

Electrofreak said:
I was hoping to see something just all black.
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/310479829942?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

CZ Eddie said:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/310479829942?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
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Perfect. I didn't see anything like that on the Qmadix website so I didn't bother to look any further. Gotta love eBay!
EDIT - Ah, I see it now, it's listed separately due to being a holster/shell combo.
http://www.qmadix.com/snap-on/holster-shell-combo-samsung-galaxy-siii.asp
EDIT 2 - Though the prop looks a bit flimsier on this Case Mate model, it does look like it protects a bit better due to having an edge that comes around the edge of the phone, which does add a bit of bulk. Anyone have this case?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Case-Ma...A%2BFICS%2BUFI&otn=21&pmod=221097898397&ps=54

I'm currently using a Seidio Active case, which has a sturdy kickstand, good protection, plus looks really nice. Really liking it, haven't changed cases since I got it
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This is what I am using:
http://www.amazon.de/tomaxx-Halteru...r_1_39?s=ce-de&ie=UTF8&qid=1352640008&sr=1-39
Cheap, but at least it offers some kind of screen protection, since it envelops all sides of the phone. In my opinion a case that leaves top and bottom unprotected is just useless since those are the areas your phone will most likely hit when it drops.
And it protects the screen when you put it on a table with the screen facing down.
The case has soft sides but most of the back and three of the sides are hard plastic. Only the bottom left corner is the same "soft" material like the sides are. Buttons on the sides are encased too, so no lint or water will enter there. Still they are working pretty well, need a little more pressure though. At least your phone won't activate accidentally in your pocket as easily as it does without the case.
The soft material is some kind of hard silicone or maybe that's what they call TPA(haven't yet figured out what that is). It has a rubbery touch and makes the otherwise slippery S3 a lot saver to hold but it's not so much that you'll have problems slipping it in your pant pockets.
The kickstand only allows for landscape mode and looks rather flimsy but it's not. It stays in place when closed and has no problem holding the S3 when in use.

Trident Kraken. You can throw your phone like a football across concrete and It wouldn't damage your phone. Plus its has a kickstand and different color choices.
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias=aps&field-keywords=trident+kraken+S3

I'm probably going to order one of these to try out. Inexpensive as can be and gets good reviews.
EBay item #221090881463.

rlatjs17 said:
Trident Kraken. You can throw your phone like a football across concrete and It wouldn't damage your phone. Plus its has a kickstand and different color choices.
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias=aps&field-keywords=trident+kraken+S3
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I've been looking at that one, though it's a little chunky and kind of on the "busy" side. In terms of protection, it does look to be one of the best sporting a kickstand.
EDIT - Updated my original post with some options for those interested

There are tons of great cases, but for the best deal, look on Amazon and search for hybrid case for galaxy s3. There is a case that looks like an otterbox, and it is tough and has a stand. Great deal too, I got mine for $3 including shipping.
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tomtom96135 said:
There are tons of great cases, but for the best deal, look on Amazon and search for hybrid case for galaxy s3. There is a case that looks like an otterbox, and it is tough and has a stand. Great deal too, I got mine for $3 including shipping.
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You're probably talking about the Fosmon/GreatShield Hybrid (I've seen them branded either way). It's in the list I've added to my OP

About the Tomaxx Silikon TPU you've linked:
Tomaxx is probably only the name of the ebay seller. You can get that case everywhere, don't have to order from a german seller, when you are in the US.
http://www.amazon.com/Cosmos-Stand-...TF8&qid=1352685183&sr=1-58&keywords=galaxy+s3
http://www.amazon.com/Fosmon-Hybrid-Stand-Samsung-Galaxy/dp/B0089NQF22/ref=pd_sim_sbs_cps_1
Cheaper and more important: faster delivery.

Oh yeah your right. I didn't know that was manufactured by fosmon. They make so many products, and for the price, the quality is excellent.
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if you want serious and TESTED protection and lots of color options but NOT SLIM trust me. get a case-ology impact case.
http://www.case-ology.com/shop-by-d...ices=251&limit=all&manufacturer=8&price=10-20
you can get them on ebay too watch for fakes
I have involuntarily TESTED these cases (SII and SIII) and they are truly protective. never a scratch on the phone whether I crunched it in the hatch of the minivan (ouch) or tossed it 15ft into the street when some wasps decided to teach me the error of my ways as I tried to photograph them
I avoided the stingers and learned my lesson. get a zoom lens hehe
I have the orange and blue one. $12.95 shipped. you can't beat it. they have TWO STYLES for the S3 so watch it. one has a oval around the camera one has an oval with a little "cut out" (you will see what I mean) because if you don't see the exact color combo you want you can buy 2 and mix and match parts I had to do that to get the same blue orange with my S2. so make sure the two you order if you do this are the same style.
you want the "heavy duty hard" cases with the 6 little "curves" on the back like this
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its the only case I will use on a day to day basis because I DO NOT have $400 to replace this phone!!
I have one well over 18 months old. NO DEGRADATION AT ALL. the silicon has not gotten loose or sloppy. here is my S2 with the case that's been on it for over 1.5 years.
sadly the blue for the S3 is much much darker. (I prefer lighter brighter colors) so once I have more cash going to order a couple other blue ones and hope one of them is a "lighter" blue. (the S3 case is WAY darker than the picture shows a dark NAVY)

nerys71 said:
if you want serious and TESTED protection and lots of color options but NOT SLIM trust me. get a case-ology impact case.
http://www.case-ology.com/shop-by-d...ices=251&limit=all&manufacturer=8&price=10-20
you can get them on ebay too watch for fakes
I have involuntarily TESTED these cases (SII and SIII) and they are truly protective. never a scratch on the phone whether I crunched it in the hatch of the minivan (ouch) or tossed it 15ft into the street when some wasps decided to teach me the error of my ways as I tried to photograph them
I avoided the stingers and learned my lesson. get a zoom lens hehe
I have the orange and blue one. $12.95 shipped. you can't beat it. they have TWO STYLES for the S3 so watch it. one has a oval around the camera one has an oval with a little "cut out" (you will see what I mean) because if you don't see the exact color combo you want you can buy 2 and mix and match parts I had to do that to get the same blue orange with my S2. so make sure the two you order if you do this are the same style.
you want the "heavy duty hard" cases with the 6 little "curves" on the back like this
its the only case I will use on a day to day basis because I DO NOT have $400 to replace this phone!!
I have one well over 18 months old. NO DEGRADATION AT ALL. the silicon has not gotten loose or sloppy. here is my S2 with the case that's been on it for over 1.5 years.
sadly the blue for the S3 is much much darker. (I prefer lighter brighter colors) so once I have more cash going to order a couple other blue ones and hope one of them is a "lighter" blue. (the S3 case is WAY darker than the picture shows a dark NAVY)
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I read your post in the other thread with interest. As I understand it, you combined 2 different cases together (Blue and White and Orange and White) to make your Blue and Orange combo. Unique!
There does seem to be quite a few imitations of this particular style. The Fosmon and GreatShield models mentioned above appear to be virtually the same except for the branding. Either way, all reports of these models appear to be pretty favorable!

Cruzerlite spi (style) is the one you want. I have bought many of them (iPhone, galaxy s2, galaxy s3) and am satisfied with all of them. Grippy, slim, and kickstand works great.
You can get them cheaper on eBay
http://www.ebay.com/itm/White-TPU-H...334451?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item2a25b65bb3
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shamez23 said:
About the Tomaxx Silikon TPU you've linked:
Tomaxx is probably only the name of the ebay seller. You can get that case everywhere, don't have to order from a german seller, when you are in the US.
http://www.amazon.com/Cosmos-Stand-...TF8&qid=1352685183&sr=1-58&keywords=galaxy+s3
http://www.amazon.com/Fosmon-Hybrid-Stand-Samsung-Galaxy/dp/B0089NQF22/ref=pd_sim_sbs_cps_1
Cheaper and more important: faster delivery.
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Excellent choice here ^^
I have purchased a ton of cases, this one is one of my favorites.
I ended up going with the Otterbox Defender when on the job,
and the Seidio Surface case when off work.
If I had to have the same case on all the time, and had to pick only one... it would be one of the Fosmon you link to.

[REVIEW] Urban Armor Gear for the HTC One

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Those who know me from the One X forums here know that I have a bit of a problem when it comes to purchasing cases- I can’t stop. I held a bunch of giveaways for the cases I didn’t use, and I still have about 20 of them sitting in a box. My problem was that I just couldn’t find the perfect case. I loved a lot of them, but I wouldn’t call any of them “perfect”. The same thing happened to me when I switched to the iPhone 5. My problem was compounded by the fact that there are just so many iPhone cases to choose from and I just had to have them all. I had purchased roughly 30 different cases before I came across the Urban Armor Gear case and it was quite literally the last case I ever bought. Well, maybe not literally because after purchasing my black UAG case I had to have one in white and moss as well. Not only that, I bought one for each of the guys that I work with and it became the official unofficial case of our company. I generally prefer my phones naked, but in the case of the iPhone, it felt incomplete without the UAG case on it. Once I put my UAG case on the iPhone, I NEVER took it off. Fast forward to present time and much to my excitement, Urban Armor Gear has a case for the HTC One and I must say- it’s every bit as good as the iPhone version and then some.
The UAG is a composite case with a hard outer shell fused to an impact resistant soft core, and has an awesome body armor pattern to it that makes it look and feel like a military device. There is also a faux bolt pattern that further adds to its rugged looks. The corners have added bumpers for extra protection. The designers of this case definitely deserve some props. While that look may not be everyone's cup of tea, it is EXACTLY what I am looking for in a case. It's badass.
Holding it in your hand, you can just feel the quality of this thing, it is the most well designed case I have ever come across, for ANY phone. As far as protection is concerned, I would group it with other composite cases like the OtterBox Commuter, Incipio DualPro (which I own for the One), and CaseMate Tough. Unlike those cases which are all two pieces, the UAG is a single piece allowing it to be much slimmer and less bulky than any of the others, without sacrificing durability or protection at all. In fact, I actually feel more comfortable with my phone in the UAG case than any of the others. I work a rough job and the potential to damage my phone lurks around every corner. I have zero concerns about the safety of my phone when it is protected with the UAG case.
A major problem that I have come across with cases for the One so far is the way that the power button/IR flasher is handled. Some cases block it completely, others have a complete cutout leaving the button fully exposed and making it uncomfortable to press. Neither is acceptable to me. The UAG case has no such problem. The design team really put their heads together with this one, and came out with an incredibly simple, yet ingenious design- they gave the case a raised power button for easy use, but cut a hole in it so the IR signal can still get through. Whoulda thunk it?? There is literally no decreased IR functionality and the power button is easier to press than without the case. Again, it’s brilliant.
There really isn’t much else to say about it, it’s hands down my favorite case ever (which says an AWFUL lot) and since it became available so soon after the phone’s launch it will probably save me a great deal of money and headaches because I’m not even searching for another case now. Crazy, right? There is not a single thing I would change about this case. It is currently available in 4 color varieties- Navigator (white), Scout (black), Outland (rust), and Aero (slate). I currently have the Navigator and have a Scout on its way.
The UAG strikes the perfect balance between design, comfort, functionality, and protection. It earns a PERFECT 10/10 stars and a wholehearted recommendation from your friendly neighborhood MetalHead. \m/
Get the UAG case from Urban Armor Gear’s website- http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/collections/htc-one

could you please post photos of your one with the cover on?
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b3ndech0 said:
could you please post photos of your one with the cover on?
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Here ya go. The last one shows how they handled the power button/IR flasher.

i happen to love the industrial look too ordered the Navigator a few days back! Thanks for your review!

samuelong87 said:
i happen to love the industrial look too ordered the Navigator a few days back! Thanks for your review!
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Industrial was the word I was looking for haha. Glad you have good taste in cases!
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I had a UAG Aero case for my GS3 and absolutely loved it. Glad to see they're starting to ship for the HTC One. I will be ordering on as soon as they show up on Amazon. Can't say enough good things about this case. Love the finish and the way the buttons are easier to press.

Great review! I actually dig the look of the case it compliments the phone very well! It reminds me of a crazy PC case in some way.

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I had a UAG Aero case for my GS3 and absolutely loved it. Glad to see they're starting to ship for the HTC One. I will be ordering on as soon as they show up on Amazon. Can't say enough good things about this case. Love the finish and the way the buttons are easier to press.
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This is literally the only case I've ever bought that I have ZERO bad things to say about. If you loved it for the GS3 you'll definitely love it for the One.
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Those who know me from the One X forums here know that I have a bit of a problem when it comes to purchasing cases- I can’t stop. I held a bunch of giveaways for the cases I didn’t use, and I still have about 20 of them sitting in a box. My problem was that I just couldn’t find the perfect case. I loved a lot of them, but I wouldn’t call any of them “perfect”. The same thing happened to me when I switched to the iPhone 5. My problem was compounded by the fact that there are just so many iPhone cases to choose from and I just had to have them all. I had purchased roughly 30 different cases before I came across the Urban Armor Gear case and it was quite literally the last case I ever bought. Well, maybe not literally because after purchasing my black UAG case I had to have one in white and moss as well. Not only that, I bought one for each of the guys that I work with and it became the official unofficial case of our company. I generally prefer my phones naked, but in the case of the iPhone, it felt incomplete without the UAG case on it. Once I put my UAG case on the iPhone, I NEVER took it off. Fast forward to present time and much to my excitement, Urban Armor Gear has a case for the HTC One and I must say- it’s every bit as good as the iPhone version and then some.
The UAG is a composite case with a hard outer shell fused to an impact resistant soft core, and has an awesome body armor pattern to it that makes it look and feel like a military device. There is also a faux bolt pattern that further adds to its rugged looks. The corners have added bumpers for extra protection. The designers of this case definitely deserve some props. While that look may not be everyone's cup of tea, it is EXACTLY what I am looking for in a case. It's badass.
Holding it in your hand, you can just feel the quality of this thing, it is the most well designed case I have ever come across, for ANY phone. As far as protection is concerned, I would group it with other composite cases like the OtterBox Commuter, Incipio DualPro (which I own for the One), and CaseMate Tough. Unlike those cases which are all two pieces, the UAG is a single piece allowing it to be much slimmer and less bulky than any of the others, without sacrificing durability or protection at all. In fact, I actually feel more comfortable with my phone in the UAG case than any of the others. I work a rough job and the potential to damage my phone lurks around every corner. I have zero concerns about the safety of my phone when it is protected with the UAG case.
A major problem that I have come across with cases for the One so far is the way that the power button/IR flasher is handled. Some cases block it completely, others have a complete cutout leaving the button fully exposed and making it uncomfortable to press. Neither is acceptable to me. The UAG case has no such problem. The design team really put their heads together with this one, and came out with an incredibly simple, yet ingenious design- they gave the case a raised power button for easy use, but cut a hole in it so the IR signal can still get through. Whoulda thunk it?? There is literally no decreased IR functionality and the power button is easier to press than without the case. Again, it’s brilliant.
There really isn’t much else to say about it, it’s hands down my favorite case ever (which says an AWFUL lot) and since it became available so soon after the phone’s launch it will probably save me a great deal of money and headaches because I’m not even searching for another case now. Crazy, right? There is not a single thing I would change about this case. It is currently available in 4 color varieties- Navigator (white), Scout (black), Outland (rust), and Aero (slate). I currently have the Navigator and have a Scout on its way.
The UAG strikes the perfect balance between design, comfort, functionality, and protection. It earns a PERFECT 10/10 stars and a wholehearted recommendation from your friendly neighborhood MetalHead. \m/
Get the UAG case from Urban Armor Gear’s website- http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/collections/htc-one
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you just sold it to me :good: free int. shipping too:good:

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you just sold it to me :good: free int. shipping too:good:
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Sweet man! Happy to help!

Nice review looks awesome to me , wish it had a holster.....:good:

Philly Jim said:
Nice review looks awesome to me , wish it had a holster.....:good:
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I used the seidio active holster with it when I used my iPhone 5 and it was an exact fit, as if the holster was designed for the UAG case. I'm wondering if it'll be the same with the One. I just might take one for the team and give it a shot.

_MetalHead_ said:
I used the seidio active holster with it when I used my iPhone 5 and it was an exact fit, as if the holster was designed for the UAG case. I'm wondering if it'll be the same with the One. I just might take one for the team and give it a shot.
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Let me know if you're able to take one for the team if it fits I can stop my exhaustive search thanks in advance.........

Philly Jim said:
Let me know if you're able to take one for the team if it fits I can stop my exhaustive search thanks in advance.........
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Any coupons or discounts available on this? Definitely looks like a great case, but $35 is a bit rich.

Philly Jim said:
Let me know if you're able to take one for the team if it fits I can stop my exhaustive search thanks in advance.........
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I'll order it tomorrow from Amazon, hopefully it will be delivered before the end of next week because I'm heading out of town for a month. If it comes before I leave I'll be sure to let you know.
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Any coupons or discounts available on this? Definitely looks like a great case, but $35 is a bit rich.
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Not sure. Usually Amazon has them cheaper but they aren't available yet, only from UAG's website. Give it time.

Hey MetalHead ..I see you from Illinois. I'm from Chicago..then moved up to Wisconsin to get away from all those crazy gangs...but anyways, how long did it take you to receive the case after you ordered it? I'm thinking about ordering the case.

I have one of these for my Note 2 a awesome case! I just ordered the Aero in Blue I hope it doesn't take to long lol. I to am a case Wh*** as weel MetalHead but UAG has really impressed me with their quality I am using otterbox commuter right now which is not bad but UAG are just so nice !

Manitobamonster said:
I have one of these for my Note 2 a awesome case! I just ordered the Aero in Blue I hope it doesn't take to long lol. I to am a case Wh*** as weel MetalHead but UAG has really impressed me with their quality I am using otterbox commuter right now which is not bad but UAG are just so nice !
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Hey, I'm stuck between the Commuter and the UAG. Do yu think yu could do a comparison review when yu get the UAG? Really help me out!

Hi,
Nice sounding review, makes me want one Can I ask one thing though, is it possible that you take a picture of the One lying naked on a flat surface with the case lying next to it? To give us an accurate guage of the thickness of the case and how much it would add to the phone. Coming from a 4 inch incredible S, I don't want something thats too bulky
Thanks

I had one of these cases for my S3 and the only thing i didn't like was the edges were kinda sharp which made the case kinda uncomfortable to hold in one hand. Does this one have those same rough edges?
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Nexus 5 cases; which is tougher yet usable?

Hi guys (and gals),
So, I've placed an order for my nexus 5 and am now looking at cases for it. Now, I really like a good strong case. For example, on my xperia play, I had the trident aegis (I wanted kraken but hey ho) and on my nexus 4 I have the armourdillo (I can barely use it though).
Now, I really liked those cases, but on those phones it was easier to cope with the phone being larger with a fat case on it.
The nexus 5 however, will be the biggest phone I've owned and as such, getting the biggest, bombproof case going is just not an option (small hands ). So my question is this; what's the best case I can get which won't add too much bulk to the point of it being unusable?
I have currently been looking at the spigen cases (slim armour mainly, but I've read that the neo hybrid is apparently better?? ) but would like all your thoughts in this matter. Lots of info is great and budget isn't an issue (if the benefits justify the cost).
Thanks for all your help, in advance
P.S. As for screen protectors, I settled on the rhino shield. They looked to be the best as far as impacts were concerned (yes, I'm scared of drops).
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Skyerin said:
Hi guys (and gals),
So, I've placed an order for my nexus 5 and am now looking at cases for it. Now, I really like a good strong case. For example, on my xperia play, I had the trident aegis (I wanted kraken but hey ho) and on my nexus 4 I have the armourdillo (I can barely use it though).
Now, I really liked those cases, but on those phones it was easier to cope with the phone being larger with a fat case on it.
The nexus 5 however, will be the biggest phone I've owned and as such, getting the biggest, bombproof case going is just not an option (small hands ). So my question is this; what's the best case I can get which won't add too much bulk to the point of it being unusable?
I have currently been looking at the spigen cases (slim armour mainly, but I've read that the neo hybrid is apparently better?? ) but would like all your thoughts in this matter. Lots of info is great and budget isn't an issue (if the benefits justify the cost).
Thanks for all your help, in advance
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I have the neo hybrid and slim armor and I like using the slim armor more. Better protection and better feel. I got the champagne for slim and silver for neo and I like the look of the slim a lot more. Also the ballistic case seems to be really good had one on my gs3 and it worked great.
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I got the SG maxx ballistic and its pretty solid...minus the screen protector... But its easy to just order the screen protector you want and the case doesn't mess with it. Its a very good case and the holster is also very solid.
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I bought the Acase Google Nexus 5 Case Slim Superleggera PRO Dual Layer from Amazon and really like it. It's a good balance between bulk and protection. The case is very well made with everything lining up perfectly. Price is very reasonable too. My only criticism of this case is that it might be a little slippery.

I just ordered the Ballistic SG Maxx. They are bulky cases, but great quality. Only plan on using it at work so not really concerned about the extra bulk.

Thanks all for the replies. Please keep throwing information at me.
As far as the ballistic is concerned, it looks to me like that case is roughly the same size as the armourdillos and just a bit too big for my hands unfortunately! But by far, it looks to be the strongest case.
Out of the spigen slim armour and the superleggara, (or any other cases of this size), which would you say is stronger?
What would be really useful is if there was an actual drop test done on these cases, not using an actual nexus 5 but something with the same weight & size where they could measure the actual impact on the phone to see how good the case is.
I may just bite the size bullet and get the ballistic, but I'd like to try and see if there is something smaller which could protect my phone just enough to get away with it.
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I have the ballistic SG maxx case and I love it.
If you are looking for something slimmer with added corner protection you might like the ballistic jewel.
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Here's a link to a xda user review.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=48434327
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Theres also the ballistic Aspira, simillar to the speck candyshell, but with bigger corners for better drop protection.
Also, it seems speck is going to release a Candyshell soon, which seems quite protective.

I am ordering the Tudia Wav Hybrid. The video sold me. Check out the drop test:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ZyLInX4EsM
PLUS IT IS $9.99 72% off the regular price over at amazon!!!

Ballistic SG Maxx; Great case. It fits the toughness bill. But the usable-ness for people with smaller hands suffers from it's size so unfortunately, this won't suit.
Ballistic Jewel; That thing looks fragile as hell. I could be wrong but it looks really really weak.
Ballistic Aspira; Not bad at all actually. It looks like it could take a drop or two maybe.
Tudia Wav; Wow. That's not a bad case at all. I like the grooves idea on the back of the case. That drop test reminds me of when I got the trident aegis for my xperia play and almost turned it into a basketball. How I wish Trident would make a cyclops case for this phone...
[Case] Generic Ultra Thin Matte Faux Carbon Fiber TPU Case http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2586051; this case actually looks pretty strong and decent. The guy who bought it had only nice things to say about it.
Spigen Slim Armor; One recommendation on this but not much else. I still kind of really think this case is pretty cool but maybe because of the big thing about "shock protection" and "elite protection" plastered all over the description on spigen's website. It does take the award of nicest looking case though.
As far as I can see, the above are the cases which fit toughness yet usable enough. I probably missed a few off like the Ringkes and cruzerlites but nobody has mentioned them so far. Really, out of all of these, I have no idea what to pick! Wouldn't it be great if there was a standard measure of how tough a case was so that you could easily make a comparison?

Skyerin said:
Ballistic SG Maxx; Great case. It fits the toughness bill. But the usable-ness for people with smaller hands suffers from it's size so unfortunately, this won't suit.
Ballistic Jewel; That thing looks fragile as hell. I could be wrong but it looks really really weak.
Ballistic Aspira; Not bad at all actually. It looks like it could take a drop or two maybe.
Tudia Wav; Wow. That's not a bad case at all. I like the grooves idea on the back of the case. That drop test reminds me of when I got the trident aegis for my xperia play and almost turned it into a basketball. How I wish Trident would make a cyclops case for this phone...
[Case] Generic Ultra Thin Matte Faux Carbon Fiber TPU Case http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2586051; this case actually looks pretty strong and decent. The guy who bought it had only nice things to say about it.
Spigen Slim Armor; One recommendation on this but not much else. I still kind of really think this case is pretty cool but maybe because of the big thing about "shock protection" and "elite protection" plastered all over the description on spigen's website. It does take the award of nicest looking case though.
As far as I can see, the above are the cases which fit toughness yet usable enough. I probably missed a few off like the Ringkes and cruzerlites but nobody has mentioned them so far. Really, out of all of these, I have no idea what to pick! Wouldn't it be great if there was a standard measure of how tough a case was so that you could easily make a comparison?
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The ballistic jewel is flexible tpu, so not fragile at all. I understand the mistake, though, as it looked like hard plastic to me before I got my hands on it.
The Tudia Wave is pure garbage. I suppose it protects as well as any other tpu case, but it feels cheap, the buttons are unresponsive, and there are rough ridges left over from the injection molding process.
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Bleys43 said:
The ballistic jewel is flexible tpu, so not fragile at all. I understand the mistake, though, as it looked like hard plastic to me before I got my hands on it.
The Tudia Wave is pure garbage. I suppose it protects as well as any other tpu case, but it feels cheap, the buttons are unresponsive, and there are rough ridges left over from the injection molding process.
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Haha my bad!
Its down to a choice of the jewel, aspira or spigen slim armor for me really. They all look like great cases with great reviews. Would I be right in saying those 3 cases are pretty evenly matched in toughness terms and its a choice of taste and feel rather than strength or have I got that pretty wrong?
Thanks for all your help by the way people. I really appreciate it, especially on a topic I know nothing about so I ask many stupid questions or make stupid assumptions.
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Might want to take a gander at the Seidio cases while you're on the hunt.

http://www.spigen.com/nexus-5-case-ultra-hybrid.html
Im using this case - loving it so far. Only issue is the buttons are not as tactile as they i'd like. I use s2w so not a huge concern for me.

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Hello, I don't mean to steal the thread or anything, so please tell me if I should go away. I am, however, looking for advice on a case for my phone and I thought maybe posting on here would work since the OP seems to have found a case he is happy with (glad to see you found a case to make you happy!) and i am interested in some of the cases that were mentioned, so here goes.
I too am looking for a case for my Nexus 5, I take extremely good care of my phones (I love my electronics, I keep all of my electronics in great shape, I still have my original Galaxy S in perfect condition!) I do like to have a case on my phones to ensure that I won't screw anything up, since I take really good care of my stuff I'm not looking for anything terribly tough, just something to protect from scuff marks, keep the screen off the table and camera lens safe.
I noticed that the OP went with the Tudia Wav, this is a case I've been looking at for some time as well. My only concerns with it are: 1) how tactile are the power and volume keys? The TPU case I had on my SII wasn't very tactile and I hated it. 2) will it work with wireless charging? I remember reading that it would, but double checking never hurts.
I am also considering the caseology slim fit http://www.amazon.com/Caseology-Fin...35&sr=1-1&keywords=nexus+5+caseology+slim+fit I think that this case will be my go to if I can't get feedback on other cases.
Finally, I saw the acase superlegera on amazon and I am somewhat interested in that one given that it is compatible with wireless charging and that the buttons are fairly tactile. Can someone comment on this case?
Sorry for the lengthy post, I'm a verbose guy. Anyways, thanks a ton for the feedback, hope to hear from you guys soon. :laugh:

xK1LLSW1TCHx127 said:
Hello, I don't mean to steal the thread or anything, so please tell me if I should go away. I am, however, looking for advice on a case for my phone and I thought maybe posting on here would work since the OP seems to have found a case he is happy with (glad to see you found a case to make you happy!) and i am interested in some of the cases that were mentioned, so here goes.
I too am looking for a case for my Nexus 5, I take extremely good care of my phones (I love my electronics, I keep all of my electronics in great shape, I still have my original Galaxy S in perfect condition!) I do like to have a case on my phones to ensure that I won't screw anything up, since I take really good care of my stuff I'm not looking for anything terribly tough, just something to protect from scuff marks, keep the screen off the table and camera lens safe.
I noticed that the OP went with the Tudia Wav, this is a case I've been looking at for some time as well. My only concerns with it are: 1) how tactile are the power and volume keys? The TPU case I had on my SII wasn't very tactile and I hated it. 2) will it work with wireless charging? I remember reading that it would, but double checking never hurts.
I am also considering the caseology slim fit http://www.amazon.com/Caseology-Fin...35&sr=1-1&keywords=nexus+5+caseology+slim+fit I think that this case will be my go to if I can't get feedback on other cases.
Finally, I saw the acase superlegera on amazon and I am somewhat interested in that one given that it is compatible with wireless charging and that the buttons are fairly tactile. Can someone comment on this case?
Sorry for the lengthy post, I'm a verbose guy. Anyways, thanks a ton for the feedback, hope to hear from you guys soon. :laugh:
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Hey and no problem; thread steal all you like! And I haven't found a case yet but I am down to 3 options which I like, yet can't decide between (ballistic jewel, ballistic aspira, spigen slim armor).
As far as the Tudia is concerned, I've been told above that its not made to a very high standard and all so I'm avoiding that.
Wireless charging; AFAIK (and I could really be wrong with this) if the case isn't too bulky, wireless charging will work fine. Such as with the cruzerlites, spigens and even the armourdillos. So you should be fine with the cases you're looking at.
My advice; If you're in the US, have a look at the ballistic jewel. I know you said you didn't need anything too tough but better safe than sorry, seeing as this case has very little bulk anyway. This would be my case of choice if I could get it in the UK easily enough but because of delivery times not suiting the arrival of my N5 (paranoid), I'm settling on a slim armor for now and going to then start my month wait for the jewel.
Unless of course, somebody mentions an absolutely super awesome case that makes me forget both of these cases altogether.
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Which cases did you all end up with? I'm very paranoid, so I want a protective case, BUT I really want the least bulky one, and one that keeps the shape of the phone. I realize I can't have it all, I just want to get as close as possible.
I hope you're happy with whatever cases you got!

Tech21 impact frame

Just got the Seidio Convert Case combo, 45$ on ebay, getting my nexus 5 by tuesday hopefully but from the way the case looks it looks protective and amazing
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I hate the fact that I need to use a case in order to protect my phone but I went for a slim case on my SGS and ended up with a broken screen for a year and a half so I can't use the phone without good protection. On the other hand, I hate to add to much bulk to it so I looked for days for the best case that would fit both needs and ended up with the Tech 21 Impact Frame. Was lucky enough to find an AWESOME person that would send one to me since it's only available in the US and I love it.
The phone has been dropped twice with it (curiously, none of them were my fault) and not a single scratch... the case is slim given the protection it provides and I love the looks too. The clear back shows the back of my white Nexus 5 (hated that I had bought the white version and couldn't see it due to a Neo Hybrid) but that's the only thing that I don't like about it. The plastic on the back scratches too easily. I only have it for 2 weeks and there are spider webs everywhere. But, given all the other positive points, I'll keep it and it's my favourite case for the N5.
There are a couple of videos on YouTube showing it. One from an XDA user that did awesome drop tests with the case on.

Finally found THE case for the G

Since Ballistic has no plans on making a case for the G, after perusing the net I found this: http://www.tridentcase.com/shop-products/motorola-moto-g/aegis-case-motorola-moto-g.aspx
It's a 2 piece Ballistic-like case for those that want ultimate drop protection. It says $34.95 on the website, but I found it on ebay for $26.95 with free shipping. http://www.ebay.com/itm/for-Motorol...t=US_Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&hash=item51b7f5ab8b but only for US buyers. Shipping to other countries will be a little bit more.
They say it's been drop tested 26 times from 4ft. onto concrete. My kind of case! And even has covers for the ports to keep dust and dirt out. I'm definitely buying one since Ballistic doesn't think it's worth making a case for one of the hottest selling phones.
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Yeah they have good cases. We bought both but personally like the look and feel of the otter box on the moto g. Other phones I have liked Trident better so I guess it's just personal preference and both cases are awesome
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twister99403 said:
Yeah they have good cases. We bought both but personally like the look and feel of the otter box on the moto g. Other phones I have liked Trident better so I guess it's just personal preference and both cases are awesome
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I just don't like that the otterbox comes with a built in screen protector.

wolfen69 said:
I just don't like that the otterbox comes with a built in screen protector.
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They have one that does and one that doesn't. I don't care for built in a screen protectors either so we got the one that didn't
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Hmm, I may have to try out this case, too--I'm noticing some quirks with my OtterBox Commuter that may be solved with the Aegis' design. Based on the screen protectors provided with other Aegis models, it may also be a better cut than the cheap/lazy job OtterBox did.
To add to what twister99403 said, the Commuter is like the Aegis and the screen protector is optional; the Defender seems closer to Trident's Kraken A.M.S. series with its built-in screen protector.

eku53ru said:
Hmm, I may have to try out this case, too--I'm noticing some quirks with my OtterBox Commuter that may be solved with the Aegis' design. Based on the screen protectors provided with other Aegis models, it may also be a better cut than the cheap/lazy job OtterBox did.
To add to what twister99403 said, the Commuter is like the Aegis and the screen protector is optional; the Defender seems closer to Trident's Kraken A.M.S. series with its built-in screen protector.
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Yeah, people have said that the built in screen protector takes away from touch response in some cases. I'll stick with the self-applicable screen protectors, as I've never had a problem with them.
I really, really, really liked my Ballistic SG case I had for my Samsung Infuse. I could literally throw it up in the air 15ft. and land on concrete without even worrying about it. I used to do that just to show people how great the case was.
Oh well, but thankfully it looks like the Trident case will be a decent replacement for the ballistic. I value protection over style any day, but it doesn't hurt that I like the way the case looks too. It seems most of the people who care about style first are probably under 25yrs. old, and possibly still live with mommy and daddy. My phone is a tool first and foremost, and I need to protect it, since I don't believe in buying a new phone every time I drop it.

wolfen69 said:
Yeah, people have said that the built in screen protector takes away from touch response in some cases. I'll stick with the self-applicable screen protectors, as I've never had a problem with them.
I really, really, really liked my Ballistic SG case I had for my Samsung Infuse. I could literally throw it up in the air 15ft. and land on concrete without even worrying about it. I used to do that just to show people how great the case was.
Oh well, but thankfully it looks like the Trident case will be a decent replacement for the ballistic. I value protection over style any day, but it doesn't hurt that I like the way the case looks too. It seems most of the people who care about style first are probably under 25yrs. old, and possibly still live with mommy and daddy. My phone is a tool first and foremost, and I need to protect it, since I don't believe in buying a new phone every time I drop it.
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I've heard of similar problems with built-in screen protectors, and that is why I don't own the OtterBox Defender.
While the Commuter doesn't have a built-in screen protector, the self-applicable one they include with the case doesn't cover the entire screen; it leaves the 1cm above the display exposed. They didn't bother to cut out even a hole or a section of the protector for the speaker/sensors/etc.--they just lopped that whole side off. I hope that Trident didn't make the same mistake with theirs.
The outer shell of the Aegis case also seems better at minimizing the dust that will seep under the silicone layer, which is something the Commuter doesn't do very well. The lanyard loop is also a nice touch; I'll be able to reattach my retractable key holder to protect it from even more falls.
While I can't say if the Aegis can stand its ground against a Ballistic SG case, it should offer enough protection. Pickings seem to be slim for heavy-duty cases that don't have built-in protectors (for now, at least). I'm more function over form too, especially since the Moto G doesn't fit in my pocket.

eku53ru said:
I've heard of similar problems with built-in screen protectors, and that is why I don't own the OtterBox Defender.
While the Commuter doesn't have a built-in screen protector, the self-applicable one they include with the case doesn't cover the entire screen; it leaves the 1cm above the display exposed. They didn't bother to cut out even a hole or a section of the protector for the speaker/sensors/etc.--they just lopped that whole side off. I hope that Trident didn't make the same mistake with theirs.
The outer shell of the Aegis case also seems better at minimizing the dust that will seep under the silicone layer, which is something the Commuter doesn't do very well. The lanyard loop is also a nice touch; I'll be able to reattach my retractable key holder to protect it from even more falls.
While I can't say if the Aegis can stand its ground against a Ballistic SG case, it should offer enough protection. Pickings seem to be slim for heavy-duty cases that don't have built-in protectors (for now, at least). I'm more function over form too, especially since the Moto G doesn't fit in my pocket.
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Man that looks really damn good.
I want that more than my Defender.
Defender now for sale if you want it PM me.
Sent from my MOTO G!!!

Pics of the Trident case I just received! I love it. True protection from drops, and looks nice. The corners are slightly bulbous for extra protection.

Looks fantastic wolfen69, ordered the Blue Trident Hard Case Shell yesterday off ebay from the US before seeing your photo's, they have just confirmed that I have made the right choice, looks great and offers excellent protection from falls.

Neilk37 said:
Looks fantastic wolfen69, ordered the Blue Trident Hard Case Shell yesterday off ebay from the US before seeing your photo's, they have just confirmed that I have made the right choice, looks great and offers excellent protection from falls.
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I love it, and the blue color really pops. (I don't buy cases based on looks, but it doesn't hurt)

wolfen69 said:
I love it, and the blue color really pops. (I don't buy cases based on looks, but it doesn't hurt)
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Looks great! Does it add a lot of bulk? I was looking for a red/black combo, but the blue looks nice.

zener773 said:
Looks great! Does it add a lot of bulk? I was looking for a red/black combo, but the blue looks nice.
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I got one one of these (grey/black) Friday and it does add considerable bulk. More than I thought it would. The trade off is, it would seem to provide a lot of protection. I wouldn't be overly worried if I dropped the phone on concrete with this case. I also find it more comfortable to hold the the bare phone since I have somewhat large hands and it just fits better than the rather svelte Moto G.

So I finally gave in and got this case in blue. It looks great but the back is a bit slippery. It also adds some weight but in a good way. I was previously using the official flip shell and while it looks great (grip is really good), it doesn't offer any protection. This trident case really protects my phone from the eventual drop.
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zener773 said:
So I finally gave in and got this case in blue. It looks great but the back is a bit slippery. It also adds some weight but in a good way. I was previously using the official flip shell and while it looks great (grip is really good), it doesn't offer any protection. This trident case really protects my phone from the eventual drop.
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Yeah, I love mine. I'm also eventually going to drop mine, and I'm going to be glad I had this case. I would easily trust this case protecting my phone from a 4-5 ft. drop onto concrete.
I still think Ballistic makes the best cases, but since they don't make one for the G, I thought the Trident would be a good alternative.

wolfen69 said:
Yeah, I love mine. I'm also eventually going to drop mine, and I'm going to be glad I had this case. I would easily trust this case protecting my phone from a 4-5 ft. drop onto concrete.
I still think Ballistic makes the best cases, but since they don't make one for the G, I thought the Trident would be a good alternative.
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Right on. Only tidbit is the amount of dust the rubber collects. By the way, has anyone used the screen protector included with this case?
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I also put the Trident blue on my phone. I was always nervous picking up my Moto G or removing it from my pocket. I have large (and clumsy) hands and I never felt like I had a good grip on the phone. The Trident case solved all that and it feels very secure in my hand.

zener773 said:
By the way, has anyone used the screen protector included with this case?
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Try the amFilm protector I reviewed in another thread. The best.

guys can you suggest me a good cafe that protects the buttons and the phone! i want it from ebay and to be pretty cheap