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if anyone is interested i stumbled upon another case/holster combo on ebay
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Gal...012608?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3a6d5e7f00
if anyone has it or has tried it please post your comments...i am searching for a good case + holster combo that has the phone facing inwards (protected)...someone else wrote a bad review about this one..i may be the guinea pig and just purchase this one
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Protector-C...230535?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item4cfc3adcc7
i know that the seidio combo is coming out soon (hopefully) im trying to find an alternative so i dont have to spend $60 on that
UPDATE: my case arrived this afternoon
First, I must say...i was skeptical about the quality of the case and holster given that it was so cheap ($13) and that the previous case/holster combo, which was mentioned, was so poorly made...this one http://www.ebay.com/itm/BLACK-HARD-...511168?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item43ab2ab340 (a few people commented on this one and said it was really bad)...
the case and holster are both made out of hard shell rubber...the holster has a smooth felt piece that protects the phones screen when it inside...the belt clip swivels and comes out as a kick stand...i dont know how you are supposed to use the kickstand as the phone doesnt fit inside the holster with the screen facing out...so it guess they added that feature just to say they have it? because you cannot use it at all...the case fits snugly into the holster and comes out/in very easily (and yet wont every pop out on its own, which is nice)...the 1 draw back of the case is that it offers ABSOLUTELY no protection for the screen whatsoever..if you were to drop your phone screen side down it is about as well protected as not even having a case on it at all...my TPU case has a slight bump in the front which prevents the phones screen from touching the surface (table, ground etc..)...this case DOES NOT...overall though, for the quality and price of the combo my opinion is that it is quite solid
also, if anyone has an old case...there is a chance that it might fit into the holster..i have this one...http://www.ebay.com/itm/BLACK-S-LIN...?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item4ab072b78b...and it fits however it is not a 100% match so it does move around very slightly...i dont think it will pop out though...i've tried shaking it loose and it seems to stay in pretty well..
if anyone else has bought the case and knows how to utilize the kickstand properly please let me know...the workaround (which isnt very good) is to lay the phone on bottom plastic clip in widescreen mode...i guess you can use it that way if you must...
anyway....for $13 it is worth the purchase if you are looking for a cheap case/holster combo
just so theres no confusion, this is the EXACT one that i bought
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Gal...012608?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3a6d5e7f00
I bought one it works great
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jdiddy_ub said:
if anyone is interested i stumbled upon another case/holster combo on ebay
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Gal...012608?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3a6d5e7f00
if anyone has it or has tried it please post your comments...i am searching for a good case + holster combo that has the phone facing inwards (protected)...someone else wrote a bad review about this one..i may be the guinea pig and just purchase this one
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Protector-C...230535?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item4cfc3adcc7
i know that the seidio combo is coming out soon (hopefully) im trying to find an alternative so i dont have to spend $60 on that
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The first one looks nice. I was about to buy the one in the 2nd link but another member bought it and said the fitment was horrible and looked cheap from what I remember. I started a thread about the same holster combo.
dachinaman said:
I bought one it works great
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when you put the phone in/out does it scrap against the holster? i dont want it to strip away the case
not really understanding what ur asking but the phone slides in and out of holster which is a snug fit but I have been using it for over a week and there is no wear on the case and take my phone in and out over 30 or more times aday
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alright..thanks for the response...i just bought it as well...should get it sometime next week...i just realized there is no protection on the top or bottom? the rubber case seems to only cover the sides? should i be concerned about that?
Its not rubber its a hard 2 piece shell that covers the whole phone
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Its not rubber its a hard 2 piece shell that covers the whole phone
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i dont believe we bought the same product...the case i have doesnt cover the entire phone (the top and the bottom arent covered) and the case is just 1 piece
Yea I bought the one in the 3rd post
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Hey Crew,
So while I'm waiting for my Nitro to turn up, I found a couple of good cases on eBay.
Not a whole lot of choice at the moment, however you can pick up a good-quality TPU in a lot of different colours from this eBay seller (EDIT: These cases have a corner cut-out for the DTV antenna on the Korean Optimus LTE). They're marked for Optimus LTE on the back, but the finish is good and the actualy feel and presentation is excellent. I went for the 'glitter white' and it looks pretty nice!
If you like brand-name stuff, the only thing I could find was a Speck CandyShell from this seller. I went for the white back, black front version. Yet to receive this one.
Post here if you had any more awesome case finds!
Is there really a hole in the upper corner of the case? Besides that, the cases look nice, but I'm not sure why there's a corner missing in the case, as there's no port of any kind at that spot. Does your case also have that exposed corner? Thanks!
I'm getting the Go Ballistic Hard Core. Might not be brand name (maybe it is?) but I'm sure it will do the job. I doubt Otterbox will make something and this looks like the next best thing.
http://www.goballisticcase.com/collections/lg-nitro-hd
itiskonrad said:
Is there really a hole in the upper corner of the case? Besides that, the cases look nice, but I'm not sure why there's a corner missing in the case, as there's no port of any kind at that spot. Does your case also have that exposed corner? Thanks!
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There is. This case was built for the Korean Optimus LTE, which has a TV tuner extenable antenna in that position.
8mileroad said:
I'm getting the Go Ballistic Hard Core. Might not be brand name (maybe it is?) but I'm sure it will do the job. I doubt Otterbox will make something and this looks like the next best thing.
http://www.goballisticcase.com/collections/lg-nitro-hd
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Ballistic is definitely brand-name, and they are awesome. I had one on my Infuse and it was great. They do add an awful lot of bulk and weight, but their protection is unmatched, even by OtterBox.
Nice find!
I bought the body glove case at an at&t store. Fells good n doesn't add any bulk.
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blopez24 said:
I bought the body glove case at an at&t store. Fells good n doesn't add any bulk.
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I haven't seen the Body Glove case yet, do they stock it at AT&T? I like the BG for this Atrix 2 I've got at the moment.
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I haven't seen the Body Glove case yet, do they stock it at AT&T? I like the BG for this Atrix 2 I've got at the moment.
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They should I bought it in store here in Los Angeles.
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I haven't gotten a case yet, but I did find these three cases on amazon:
Smoke aka gray
Purple
Pink
AT&T is having a 35% off promotion on cases, so I bought the body glove
Nice finds! I am eagerly awaiting the HC Ballistic mentioned above. Awesome cases for rough jobs
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Nice finds! I am eagerly awaiting the HC Ballistic mentioned above. Awesome cases for rough jobs
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Wait no longer, it's been available on the official AT&T site for around a week.
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http://www.wireless.att.com/cell-ph...278&q_manufacturer=&q_model=#fbid=1hTXLH56zwj
I bought like 4 different cases for my Nexus One, after a while (about 5 months) I just didn't like anything and carried it NAKED! Ahhhh, it's good to be free!
I have to admit though, that Ballistic HC case makes the Nitro look MEAN! Like not only am I NOT afraid to drop my phone...But if you mess with me, I'll use it as a projectile to HURT you!
I think I'll look for just a nice neoprene sleeve for my Nitro until I'm comfy enough to carry it NAKED too!
SGP Ultra capsule is available now... ordered a white one.
Man you guys are spoilt with cases. In Australia, we never get SGPs or Specks or Ballistics etc. The fanciest we get is a bloody OtterBox!
I love the SGP for the SGS2, so will definitely grab one for the Nitro.
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When someone gets the SGP ultra capsule, could you let me know if the corner of the phone is really exposed like it shows in the pictures on amazon? I think it's open for the Chinese model which had a tv antenna, but there's no reason for it to be open for the p930, and I KNOW if that corner's out, that's the corner that's going to hit the ground after I drop it on day one =) I just got this black TPU one in the mail from amazon
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006MPH3ZW/ref=oh_o00_s00_i00_details
I love it. No unnecessary holes and it's a really nice, tight fit. Only comes in black (no pattern, thank god), though. If the SGP ones don't have exposed corners, I'd love to get the white one! =)
I work for ATT and got the ballistic case for free. Its huge. Ginormous.
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So I got one of these phones and I've never actually had a "new" phone that just came out. About how long does it take to get some decent cases to choose from in the market?
I just noticed that the SGP cases are TPU as well
http://www.amazon.com/SGP-Nitro-Ult..._1_1?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1324607570&sr=1-1
They look fantastic.
They are very good quality. I think they also sport the hole for the DTV antenna, though. I have one for a GS2 though and they're awesome cases!
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They are very good quality. I think they also sport the hole for the DTV antenna, though. I have one for a GS2 though and they're awesome cases!
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Yeah, it does have the hole on the right side of the case to support the dtv antenna.
Anybody knows where to get a Speck case for this phone? ATT sells a pink one, but yeaahhh...I'm not gonna test my manliness with a pink case.
I'm also surprised that Incipio is not in on this phone like they were with the atrix. They were one of the first cases available for the Atrix.
Can someone that has the otterbox for the Galaxy Nexus post some pictures of it? I love otterbox for the Iphone but do not know if it will look the same for the galaxy nexus. Thank you.
would also love to see it.
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It would be nice to know if they show the Google logo. Not to be picky, but I'm proud to buy a Google phone and would like to have the Logo visible like you would see on the iPhone.
Looking at the Nexus S, I have the impression the Galaxy Nexus case will also be a fail.
My comment is listed on the site, where I hope they will respond.
There's one listed on eBay right now with free shipping. Only one pic though .
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The ebay pic looks like a nexus s though...
Here are a few of mine with an Otterbox Commuter. The fit is perfect. The volume and power buttons are easy to press and line up well. It adds a bit of bulk but i dont mind that.
I got the Zagg screen protector since the otterbox screen protector only covered the screen portion. The zagg is probably temporary since i leave on a holiday soon and it was available in stores. Its not too bad though with less orange peel than previous ones in my opinion but it does still feel rubbery.
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Here are a few of mine with an Otterbox Commuter. The fit is perfect. The volume and power buttons are easy to press and line up well. It adds a bit of bulk but i dont mind that.
I got the Zagg screen protector since the otterbox screen protector only covered the screen portion. The zagg is probably temporary since i leave on a holiday soon and it was available in stores. Its not too bad though with less orange peel than previous ones in my opinion but it does still feel rubbery.
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Thank you, I think im definitely going to have to buy one! Has anyone heard of the Mophie Juicepack? It would be great if they made one for the galaxy nexus.
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...Here are a few of mine with an Otterbox Commuter. The fit is perfect. The volume and power buttons are easy to press and line up well. It adds a bit of bulk but i dont mind that....
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Thank you for the pictures; indeed it looks like it is the best option; as an owner of the diztronic, the incipio and the tough case I am looking forward to this one.
So may we ask where did you get the Commuter, since their site still has them as upcoming?
Please tell us where to get it.
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I walked into a Bell store in Mississauga, Ontario last friday and picked one up. I was surprised to see that they had it in stock since the Otterbox website itself said that it was coming soon. The bell website says that they are available to order online I think. It feels great and i would highly recommend one.
can you remove the screen protector that's preinstalled with otterbox?
Yup, the screen protector is just a separate dry application protector. It doesn't cover the entire front face since its cut out to only cover the screen portion and not the entire front face like the zagg. I had it on there for a couple of days. It was actually pretty good but when sliding down the notification bar you would always feel the screen protector edge which was annoying. It came off very easily and left no residue when i replaced it with the zagg.
The actual case doesn't have a front protector, i believe the defender cases have those, not the commuter.
Regarding the zagg, it feels less rubbery now after using it for a while and i actually like it. I'm sure that the many options available online might be better and cheaper but i needed one right away and i think they have improved on them a bit.
Just walked into Verizon and they sold me the otter box defender and incipio double cover. Btw. The otter box works will a full body skin on it.
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fdxgnd said:
Just walked into Verizon and they sold me the otter box defender and incipio double cover. Btw. The otter box works will a full body skin on it.
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Woulnd't VZW be selling an LTE version of the case?
It is I think. Fits perfectly tho.
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I have a bse full body on it. He tried it on the phone at the store. I'm very happy with it. Perfect fit.
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fdxgnd said:
Just walked into Verizon and they sold me the otter box defender and incipio double cover. Btw. The otter box works will a full body skin on it.
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Where are you located? The Verizon stores in Utah are being assholes about accessories, lying to me when I ask for them.
"we don't have any cases or accessories for that device yet"
Liars.
I'm in Wisconsin. I walked in and said I was looking for nexus accessories. The guy was lime we don't have the phones for sale yet. I said I know, I just want accessories cuz I have one. Once I showed them they were not so impressed cuz I use it with att. The guy said we have them in back, let me see if they ring up. They did so they gave me all kinds of stuff to pick from. Got a dash mount for driving, screen protectors, a tpu case, an otter box defended, and a bad ass incipio double protection.
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fdxgnd said:
I'm in Wisconsin. I walked in and said I was looking for nexus accessories. The guy was lime we don't have the phones for sale yet. I said I know, I just want accessories cuz I have one. Once I showed them they were not so impressed cuz I use it with att. The guy said we have them in back, let me see if they ring up. They did so they gave me all kinds of stuff to pick from. Got a dash mount for driving, screen protectors, a tpu case, an otter box defended, and a bad ass incipio double protection.
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Does the Verizon's otter box fit the GSM version well? I thought Verizon's gsn is thicker than the international version.
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GalaxynexusVZW said:
Thank you, I think im definitely going to have to buy one! Has anyone heard of the Mophie Juicepack? It would be great if they made one for the galaxy nexus.
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i had one for an iphone. loved it
Hey guys I am a nood to android devices i have had my tmobile sgs3 for about 2 weeks and love it i was wondering what is the best thin case for the phone. one that wont add bulk and still keep the slim feel if you have a links to one that would be great thanks.
I use the official case from Samsung. It's blue, adds no bulk, and covers headphone & usb port.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0089VO7A6/ref=cm_sw_r_an_am_ap_am_us?ie=UTF8
thanks
AttachedSilver said:
I use the official case from Samsung. It's blue, adds no bulk, and covers headphone & usb port.
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thanks ill order it now :laugh:
No problem
I use a sunglass bag. I had to get a replacement for my sunglasses and ordered 12 on Amazon. I didn't know what to do with them all!
I thought the samsung flip case doesn't cover the top and bottom? It's basically a back cover that's connect to a flip cover that covers the front...
htc fan89 said:
I thought the samsung flip case doesn't cover the top and bottom? It's basically a back cover that's connect to a flip cover that covers the front...
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i love the flip cover but i have Hyperion 4000mah battery so it wont fit
I'm a big fan of the Otterbox Defender. I'm fine with added bulk, since I don't have girly hands
I just picked up one fo these off Amazon (currently enroute).
Fosmon PC + TPU Hybrid Case for Samsung Galaxy S3 S III - Black
Sorry I can't link it, my work firewall will allow me to be on XDA/vBulletin and Ebay, but not Amazon.
Just put the description in either Google or Amazon and it'll come right up. Less that $6 and still slim and sturdy.
I have this case: http://www.amazon.com/Incipio-SA-302-Silicrylic-Silicone-Samsung/dp/B0085VAP38/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1348273886&sr=8-1&keywords=incipio+galaxy+s3 and love it. It is not the thinnest, as it does add a bit of bulk, but not as bad as it looks in the photos. It has two layers, and protects the phone well. First had one on my Galaxy Nexus and had to get it for my GS3.
I bought the Verizon case that has a slide out kickstand so you can watch movies, its slim doesn't protect it all the way around but has a holster, since i'm not one to drop my phone
http://www.verizonwireless.com/b2c/store/accessory?action=accessoryDetails&archetypeId=13113&accessoryId=51364&initialPhoneId=5918
Erikdrakon said:
I bought the Verizon case that has a slide out kickstand so you can watch movies, its slim doesn't protect it all the way around but has a holster, since i'm not one to drop my phone
http://www.verizonwireless.com/b2c/...d=13113&accessoryId=51364&initialPhoneId=5918
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How do you like that case? I was thinking of get tine one but I wasn't sure.
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I have this case: http://www.amazon.com/Incipio-SA-30...=1348273886&sr=8-1&keywords=incipio+galaxy+s3 and love it. It is not the thinnest, as it does add a bit of bulk, but not as bad as it looks in the photos. It has two layers, and protects the phone well. First had one on my Galaxy Nexus and had to get it for my GS3.
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I have this one too and it's great...
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Erikdrakon said:
I bought the Verizon case that has a slide out kickstand so you can watch movies, its slim doesn't protect it all the way around but has a holster, since i'm not one to drop my phone
http://www.verizonwireless.com/b2c/store/accessory?action=accessoryDetails&archetypeId=13113&accessoryId=51364&initialPhoneId=5918
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It's not actually a Verizon case. I have the same one off Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008B85DNC/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
It doesn't add any bulk and the kickstand is pretty nice. I've actually dropped it once, but it was from around 2-3 feet. It fell on the screen side, nothing broke, though.
I've got the ghost armor. Wouldn't really protect you from a drop, but keeps the scratches off or covers the ones you already got.
http://www.ghost-armor.com/Samsung/817.html
I have the carbon fiber white on the white phone
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I have this case:
http://www.amazon.com/elago-Galaxy-...id=1348331031&sr=1-9&keywords=elago+galaxy+s3
It's amazing, very light and thin. Doesn't add bulk at all. Plus there are tons of colors to choose from.
Thanks for you response. I donr have girly hands either I just don't like how big otterbox makes the phone
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Thanks for you response. I donr have girly hands either I just don't like how big otterbox makes the phone
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This is the one for you
http://www.shopandroid.com/sgp-ultra-thin-air-series/4A123A12102A.htm
Best cover yet I've been using it for a week now. It also comes with a screen protector
Shop android is currently out of stock for the Satan silver which is my favorite but you can order it on spigen official Site
http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/samsung/galaxy-s3/samsung-galaxy-s3-ultra-thin-air-series.html
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I have this one since I have a hyperion battery.
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Galax...7&keywords=i9300+s3+extended+battery+tpu+case
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Hello everybody.
I own an original Galaxy Tab S, which I use at work (I'm a teacher). And I also own a Tab S2, which I use at home.
The thing is that, while the Tab S is perfectly capable of doing everything I need, it's, with it case, much heavier than the S2, and when I use it while standing for a while I get tired.
I really LOVE the case I bought a year ago for the S2. It was called "Origami Smart Case Cover for Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 9.7 T810". It's incredibly light, but I don't know what brand it is, it has the letters FC on it.
I got another origami case for the Tab S from Roocase, but it's much heavier.
The thing is, I just bought a Tab S3 and would like to know if anybody knows of a really light case for it.
Thanks in advance.
Give this a try : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XUhkBIBYEIc and https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XWHM7N...=1492283382&sr=1-10&keywords=tab+s3+case&th=1
From what i read the lightest on is their own ~50$ cover , but it offers less protection. If you need some more protection then take a look at that amazon link.
I got this one
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MV1CX4I/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I'm looking for something similar that can hold my SPEN.
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I got this one
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MV1CX4I/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I'm looking for something similar that can hold my SPEN.
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I've ordered this from Amazon UK and seems to hold the S Pen
Galaxy Tab S3 9,7 inch Case Cover- Infiland Ultra Slim Lightweight Smart Shell Stand Cover for Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 T820/T825 24,58 cm 9,68 inch Tablet (with Auto Wak /Sleep Function) (Black) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B06VVBGRPW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_AjY8ybVW47ARF
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Thanks everyone. When you get your cases it would be really helpful if you could write about your impressions. I'm mainly interested on the weight: I don't care for having a really light and thin tablet and then putting it in a case that doubles it weight and width.
By the way, I realized that I could look for "fc cases" in Google and found the webpage that manufactures (or sells) the case I had for the Tab S2. Forefront Cases. However, they don't have anything for the S3.
I sent them an e-mail and got an error: their inbox is full. I tried calling them this morning and the call went straight to voice mail. I've sent them a twit, but their account has been inactive for five or six months. I'm starting to worry that they may have gone out of business.
If anybody knows a way to contact them and try to find out if they are making another origami case for the Tab S3, I'd be really grateful.
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I've ordered this from Amazon UK and seems to hold the S Pen
Galaxy Tab S3 9,7 inch Case Cover- Infiland Ultra Slim Lightweight Smart Shell Stand Cover for Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 T820/T825 24,58 cm 9,68 inch Tablet (with Auto Wak /Sleep Function) (Black) https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B06VVBGRPW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_AjY8ybVW47ARF
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Thanks for the link, I was thinking of getting that before I got the one I listed before your post. My one gripe is how the SPEN clip would rub against the screen of the tablet, even though I have a tempered glass on mine, I'm afraid it will scratch. Guess, an option would to put some type of tape to prevent scratches.
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Thanks for the link, I was thinking of getting that before I got the one I listed before your post. My one gripe is how the SPEN clip would rub against the screen of the tablet, even though I have a tempered glass on mine, I'm afraid it will scratch. Guess, an option would to put some type of tape to prevent scratches.
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Agree with that. So cancelled my order and ordered this one with a pouch for the S Pen
Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 Case, WWW Ultra Slim Lightweight Smart Cover Protective Case with Translucent Frosted Back Protector and Auto Wake/Sleep Function for Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7-inch Navy Blue https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01FVRK2OU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_1cA9ybF9QG5QC
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Agree with that. So cancelled my order and ordered this one with a pouch for the S Pen
Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 Case, WWW Ultra Slim Lightweight Smart Cover Protective Case with Translucent Frosted Back Protector and Auto Wake/Sleep Function for Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7-inch Navy Blue https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01FVRK2OU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_1cA9ybF9QG5QC
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nice, thanks to you (much appreciated), I'm going to get this:
https://smile.amazon.com/Fintie-Sam...=Samsung+Galaxy+Tab+S3+S+Pen+Case+Holder&th=1
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nice, thanks to you (much appreciated), I'm going to get this:
https://smile.amazon.com/Fintie-Sam...=Samsung+Galaxy+Tab+S3+S+Pen+Case+Holder&th=1
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Same product on the UK Amazon shop
Fintie Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 S Pen Case Holder - Portable Premium Vegan Leather Cover Sleeve Pouch Compatible with Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7-Inch (SM-T820 / T825) 2017 Tablet Cases, Black https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B06XYZBRJF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_ZsM9ybCNWSR2V
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jah said:
Agree with that. So cancelled my order and ordered this one with a pouch for the S Pen
Galaxy Tab S3 9.7 Case, WWW Ultra Slim Lightweight Smart Cover Protective Case with Translucent Frosted Back Protector and Auto Wake/Sleep Function for Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 9.7-inch Navy Blue https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01FVRK2OU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_1cA9ybF9QG5QC
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Sadly the pen pouch interferes with the cover when folded into a triangle to prop up the tablet at an angle. The cover does not fold neatly into a triangle.
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reycat said:
Thanks everyone. When you get your cases it would be really helpful if you could write about your impressions. I'm mainly interested on the weight: I don't care for having a really light and thin tablet and then putting it in a case that doubles it weight and width.
By the way, I realized that I could look for "fc cases" in Google and found the webpage that manufactures (or sells) the case I had for the Tab S2. Forefront Cases. However, they don't have anything for the S3.
I sent them an e-mail and got an error: their inbox is full. I tried calling them this morning and the call went straight to voice mail. I've sent them a twit, but their account has been inactive for five or six months. I'm starting to worry that they may have gone out of business.
If anybody knows a way to contact them and try to find out if they are making another origami case for the Tab S3, I'd be really grateful.
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I know this is an old thread but had to ask: Aren't the dimensions of the S2 and the S3 basically identical? Can't you just use the S2 case on your S3?
parkerman said:
I know this is an old thread but had to ask: Aren't the dimensions of the S2 and the S3 basically identical? Can't you just use the S2 case on your S3?
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Thanks a lot for your answer. I couldn't try it, since I sold the S2 with the case before the S3 arrived. But I think there'd be two main problems: muffled speakers and the fact that the S2 is 10% thinner than the S3.
reycat said:
Thanks a lot for your answer. I couldn't try it, since I sold the S2 with the case before the S3 arrived. But I think there'd be two main problems: muffled speakers and the fact that the S2 is 10% thinner than the S3.
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Of course you're right. I'm guessing the speaker issue will be a real one for almost any case, even though some might be loose / roomy enough to make a snug fit.
Did you ever find your light case? I'm looking for one now. I'm thinking of using this (with a screen protector):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XWTKMR3
Or this, which I'd buy but for the fact that many people say the smart function doesn't work:
https://www.amazon.com/Lightweight-Semi-transparent-Samsung-9-7-Inch-SM-T820/dp/B00UP37UKK/
Hmmm... But since I have fingerprint login maybe the smart cover issue won't be a problem for me? I don't want to leave the tablet unlocked.
Also: I was trying to find a case with a built in pen loop / holder but options are limited so my plan is to buy one where I can attach a couple of these on the same side to hold it in place (like on my Surface Pro 3):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N8X33Y9/
I might even carry it in a pouch like this, and get some simple silicon / gel skin for minimal protection (and risk the damage if dropped):
https://www.amazon.com/Lacdo-Repellent-Protective-Samsung-Tablets/dp/B01N2TFL04/
parkerman said:
Of course you're right. I'm guessing the speaker issue will be a real one for almost any case, even though some might be loose / roomy enough to make a snug fit.
Did you ever find your light case? I'm looking for one now. I'm thinking of using this (with a screen protector):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XWTKMR3
Or this, which I'd buy but for the fact that many people say the smart function doesn't work:
https://www.amazon.com/Lightweight-Semi-transparent-Samsung-9-7-Inch-SM-T820/dp/B00UP37UKK/
Hmmm... But since I have fingerprint login maybe the smart cover issue won't be a problem for me? I don't want to leave the tablet unlocked.
Also: I was trying to find a case with a built in pen loop / holder but options are limited so my plan is to buy one where I can attach a couple of these on the same side to hold it in place (like on my Surface Pro 3):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N8X33Y9/
I might even carry it in a pouch like this, and get some simple silicon / gel skin for minimal protection (and risk the damage if dropped):
https://www.amazon.com/Lacdo-Repellent-Protective-Samsung-Tablets/dp/B01N2TFL04/
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I ended up getting this one.
https://www.amazon.com/IVSO-Samsung...328925&sr=8-18&keywords=ivso+tab+s3+slim&th=1
Cheap and light enough. Nobody will mistake it for a high quality cover, but auto wake on works.
I really, really miss the origami cover, 'though. It was much more stable and you could have 3 different angles instead of just two.
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I ended up getting this one.
https://www.amazon.com/IVSO-Samsung...328925&sr=8-18&keywords=ivso+tab+s3+slim&th=1
Cheap and light enough. Nobody will mistake it for a high quality cover, but auto wake on works.
I really, really miss the origami cover, 'though. It was much more stable and you could have 3 different angles instead of just two.
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Yeah I had added the S2 origami to my cart a couple of days ago but given the possible problems you raised I'm not going to buy it. But I'm glad to have thought this through a little more because I'm now thinking I won't use the smart function much and so that shouldn't be a dealbreaker.
I have had this case for my Tab since day 1 and love it. You can put the S-pen in the elastic loop if you really want to, but doesn't provide a whole lot of protection for it. The case does have the smart features for the screen wake built in and I have used these cases on my other tablets with no issues. Nice and lightweight and you have multiple angles you can set it at or just lay it flat.
https://www.amazon.com/MoKo-Galaxy-Tab-9-7-Case/dp/B06Y2VFZQN/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1496640224&sr=8-1&keywords=galaxy+tab+s3+case+moko
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I have had this case for my Tab since day 1 and love it. You can put the S-pen in the elastic loop if you really want to, but doesn't provide a whole lot of protection for it. The case does have the smart features for the screen wake built in and I have used these cases on my other tablets with no issues. Nice and lightweight and you have multiple angles you can set it at or just lay it flat.
https://www.amazon.com/MoKo-Galaxy-Tab-9-7-Case/dp/B06Y2VFZQN/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1496640224&sr=8-1&keywords=galaxy+tab+s3+case+moko
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Thanks. That looks like a good option (7.4 oz weight is okay).
I got a keyboard case bundled, but don't plan to use the keyboard that much. So I wanted a secondary, lightest possible option to use just for reading / markup. I went with this plus a glass screen protector (it's 3 oz):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XW33QJR/
Extremely light, and I think it'll do for my purposes.
parkerman said:
Of course you're right. I'm guessing the speaker issue will be a real one for almost any case, even though some might be loose / roomy enough to make a snug fit.
Did you ever find your light case? I'm looking for one now. I'm thinking of using this (with a screen protector):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XWTKMR3
Or this, which I'd buy but for the fact that many people say the smart function doesn't work:
https://www.amazon.com/Lightweight-Semi-transparent-Samsung-9-7-Inch-SM-T820/dp/B00UP37UKK/
Hmmm... But since I have fingerprint login maybe the smart cover issue won't be a problem for me? I don't want to leave the tablet unlocked.
Also: I was trying to find a case with a built in pen loop / holder but options are limited so my plan is to buy one where I can attach a couple of these on the same side to hold it in place (like on my Surface Pro 3):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N8X33Y9/
I might even carry it in a pouch like this, and get some simple silicon / gel skin for minimal protection (and risk the damage if dropped):
https://www.amazon.com/Lacdo-Repellent-Protective-Samsung-Tablets/dp/B01N2TFL04/
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I ordered the one in the first link the i-blason case. I'll get it tomorrow and I'll post some photos and give my thoughts since there are no reviews on this case at all. Ordered a TPG screen protector to go with it.
Beware the case magnets (smart covers) for the Tab S3, the magnet can ruin the S3 digitizer and sleep function. I had one S3 replaced due to this issue. I have never seen this problem on other devices.
bamfsig45 said:
I ordered the one in the first link the i-blason case. I'll get it tomorrow and I'll post some photos and give my thoughts since there are no reviews on this case at all. Ordered a TPG screen protector to go with it.
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How do you like the case?