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Video Review - Genuine Samsung Galaxy S3 SIII Vent Case - Black

This is my review of the Genuine S3 Vent Case
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this is not an samsung official released
edit, I just noticed it's by anymode, it's not actually official samsung release, but release by anymode, samsung authorised accessories. supplier.

Samsung officially authorized it, so basically the same thing
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I believe it's a made for Samsung product so as good as genuine if not the same
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another great review by Oli2k

TecQuality said:
another great review by Oli2k
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Cheers I do hate my voice but not much I can do about that lol
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Oli2k said:
Cheers I do hate my voice but not much I can do about that lol
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dude, your voice is cool and rocks!!!! trust me! :good:

TecQuality said:
dude, your voice is cool and rocks!!!! trust me! :good:
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Haha glad someone thinks so. Nice one. Loads more reviews to come anyway. Had so many cases turn up to review just finding to the time use them for a few days to give a good opinion on them
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Hard to tell from your video, does it have any lip to lift the screen off of a table if it is set down on the face? I think I can see one, but you mention that it won't protect the phone at all if it is dropped on the screen, which tells me that it doesn't stick out at all.

e36eury said:
Hard to tell from your video, does it have any lip to lift the screen off of a table if it is set down on the face? I think I can see one, but you mention that it won't protect the phone at all if it is dropped on the screen, which tells me that it doesn't stick out at all.
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No it doesn't have any lip to protect the screen, a nice feeling case but not one for protection.

Oli2k said:
No it doesn't have any lip to protect the screen, a nice feeling case but not one for protection.
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Yes there is. It's not big lip but just enough to raise the phone that the screen doesn't touch the table when placed face down. And I think this provides protection to most vulnerable parts of the phone: corners.

pähkinä said:
Yes there is. It's not big lip but just enough to raise the phone that the screen doesn't touch the table when placed face down. And I think this provides protection to most vulnerable parts of the phone: corners.
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Yeah you are right just took off the commuter and tried it. Does the back stand not annoy you?
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Oli2k said:
Yeah you are right just took off the commuter and tried it. Does the back stand not annoy you?
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Yes it does. I think it's stupid. And there's no real use for it either: With a coin in it's place, it's not something i'd call very stable, so i rather keep the phone in my hand or have it leaning against something. And the looks could be more like in the s2s version. Other than that, i think it's a great case and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a minimal case that doesn't add to much bulk.
P.S. Just got the official slim case today (yes, the twin pack), so we'll see which one do i prefer...

pähkinä said:
Yes it does. I think it's stupid. And there's no real use for it either: With a coin in it's place, it's not something i'd call very stable, so i rather keep the phone in my hand or have it leaning against something. And the looks could be more like in the s2s version. Other than that, i think it's a great case and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a minimal case that doesn't add to much bulk.
P.S. Just got the official slim case today (yes, the twin pack), so we'll see which one do i prefer...
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I should have a replica mesh case soon which doesn't have the coin slot. Think if the quality is good it should be a wicked case.
The slim cases are nice I think you'll like them
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Yes,for the Galaxy S3 Case I'm impressive on ROCK Quicksand Galaxy S3 Case,it could be a best choice!!

If you take the battery cover off does it still fit good or is it loose?
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Work Case

Hi
Im working within Construction and my brand new s3 is screaming for protection.
I have been lookin around for some "Work" cases. I have found otterbox defender, but its just pre order and i need a good case right now.
Is there something like otterbox defender for about the same price or lower that is better?
Are There any BIG pouches like krussel has that fits the s3 AND a normal case (NOT work case) ?
Regards
Hooterz

You can purchase the Defender from Amazon, now. The commuter is also a good option.
Maybe this too:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B008D4X804/ref=cm_sw_r_an_am_ap_am_us?ie=UTF8
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have a look at this

mentat6059 said:
have a look at this
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Hah! The video looked cool until the water resistant part! Lol
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theROMinator said:
You can purchase the Defender from Amazon, now. The commuter is also a good option.
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Thanks very much for your answer!
What is the diffrence between defender and commuter? Have you ever had an otterbox shell or case yourself? would you recommend it?
Thanks
Hooterz

If you're from the US do check out www.pure-gear.com too. Some of their cases look like they can survive through a Nuclear Apocalypse.

eiraku said:
If you're from the US do check out Pure Gear too. Some of their cases look like they can survive through a Nuclear Apocalypse.
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Thanks for the answer, Do you have one yourself? Would you recommend it?

I'm not from the US so I can't order one. But they DO look mighty interesting.

My ballistic maxx
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seidio cases look pretty good to me... I have the surface case and holster... but maybe you're into more of the active case... check it out
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That seems like the kind of case that I want to get for mine. Have you noticed if the screen protector gets dust or dirt under it? I know all of my otterbox cases had a bad problem of that.

shibbybypass said:
That seems like the kind of case that I want to get for mine. Have you noticed if the screen protector gets dust or dirt under it? I know all of my otterbox cases had a bad problem of that.
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It comes with a user replacable screen protector i didnt like it so much so i just have my ivisor matte screen protector on now. If you go to ebay i think there like $35 shipped. Theres 4 more other colors to choose from.
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Check out the Trident Kraken. That thing looks serious. I'm a firefighter and it's even a little to much for me. I'm very careful with my phones and I can't stand adding bulk to such a nice looking phone.
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Thanks for your answer, would you recommend it?

The ballistic sg maxx is a nice case and the plastic screen cover fits much tighter to the screen than the otterbox. Still it will let dust in though and it makes the screen look like crap. I took mine off snd have an hd screen protector on it.
Also ordered a pure gear 260 case so well see how that one is.
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I'm in the UK myself but would be interested in the Pure Gear cases. I sent them an e-mail to see if they have any resellers or distributors in the UK or anywhere else in Europe but as yet no reply.

check ebay for pure gear there is one of the 360s on there now, i think i am gonna pick one up

And it's only 30 on eBay too and ships outside us

mikesdot said:
seidio cases look pretty good to me... I have the surface case and holster... but maybe you're into more of the active case... check it out
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Yea I've used seidio on a few phones. The active is pretty good.
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Otterbox DEFENDER review

Time to get this case reviewed right?
Honestly, if i had to choose between this and the commuter i would pick this one up. Feels really solid and after a 10 mile hike at zion with some drops , it proved its point.
enjoy
http://youtu.be/zaaE78ZPBjU

Yeah, u forgot one thing though. The builtin screen protector sucks. I just took mine off yesterday and added a best skin ever screen protector with my defender case and its awesome! Perfect combination.
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ergibson83 said:
Yeah, u forgot one thing though. The builtin screen protector sucks.
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I think that's just your opinion I personally like it.
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shook187 said:
I think that's just your opinion I personally like it.
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This
I like it for what it's meant for. But again I couldn't rock this case on a daily basis
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Popped my screen protector out too. Hated how ugly it made the screen

equlizer said:
Popped my screen protector out too. Hated how ugly it made the screen
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Did the same thing, best case I've used so far. If only the commuter's buttons weren't so stiff that would be my choice.
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Love it, very solid... better than the kraken IMO
Would anyone be interested in swapping their white inner hard shell for my black... Raider fans, I'm talking to you
* 101% Madridista × RMCF *

equlizer said:
Popped my screen protector out too. Hated how ugly it made the screen
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+1

gadget069 said:
Did the same thing, best case I've used so far. If only the commuter's buttons weren't so stiff that would be my choice.
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The commuter was such a disappointment
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Popped my screen protector out too. Hated how ugly it made the screen
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Indeed, I mean it brings the quality down like a mofo. But I use it as a hiking case con can't deal with so much bulk on a Daly basis
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after less than two month of usage
usb cover torn off
rubberized casing is not conform to polycarbonate casing anymore

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after less than two month of usage
usb cover torn off
rubberized casing is not conform to polycarbonate casing anymore
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Same issues here except my USB cover is still intact. Luckily tho sprint offered me a 1 yr warranty through them so i'm gonna get a new 1 soon.

Do you replace your batteries? How often do you remove your cover?
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haroldz123 said:
after less than two month of usage
usb cover torn off
rubberized casing is not conform to polycarbonate casing anymore
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Same thing happened to mine right after the 2 month mark. I sent an email to otterbox, they requested proof of ownership and in less than a week they sent me a new case at no cost.
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wildgamer100 said:
Same issues here except my USB cover is still intact. Luckily tho sprint offered me a 1 yr warranty through them so i'm gonna get a new 1 soon.
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That happen to mine, Within in a month mine was real loose, good thing I bought it at a local att store so they replaced it, had the new one for a few months and it's not loose at all. Maybe they had defects on some.
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When you say a new case, do you mean holster/case? I was walking and my holster caught something and the clip broke off. The case is also squeaky and the lip of the case is getting loose and is starting to expose the plastic edges.

owlchemist said:
When you say a new case, do you mean holster/case? I was walking and my holster caught something and the clip broke off. The case is also squeaky and the lip of the case is getting loose and is starting to expose the plastic edges.
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Got everything replace, I still had the box so I put everything in there, and they gave me a whole new set in a new box
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g2uzer said:
Got everything replace, I still had the box so I put everything in there, and they gave me a whole new set in a new box
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Cool. I'll fire off an email to them then. I have my zoogue cases and will probably order a UAG, commuter, or ballistic to hold me over.

Are you guys taking the case on and off frequently or just naturally happens?
And by proof, is the original packaging good enough?

Yeah the corners don't have a rail like the sides to snap into. They're sending me a complete otterbox to replace mine. Maybe they have fixed the design.
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Aluminum Bumper

Most cases are made of some weird rubber, either they feel cheap or they get stuck in the jeanspocket.
Some cases look great but they always tend to build so much bulk..
Has anyone tried an alu bumper like this one? Looks great atleast..
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00H9HB4WA/ref=olp_product_details?ie=UTF8&me=&seller=

That does look nice but with no reviews I wouldn't get it because I have bad experience with cases that I didn't look at the reviews
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abdel12345 said:
That does look nice but with no reviews I wouldn't get it because I have bad experience with cases that I didn't look at the reviews
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Yeah i know what you mean, ive seen similar bumpers to the iphone5 and they are amazing.
Makes the phone feel great.

if anyone ever get this.. please review...

The seller, DayJoy, is a new account with no feedback. I would have bit the bullet to try but not with a brand new seller.
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Wow this one looks so great! If they make a darker/gold version it will be mine
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00HDEB2HG/ref=pd_aw_sbs_1/186-9379309-3412414?pi=SL500_SS115
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Daniel 07 said:
Wow this one looks so great! If they make a darker/gold version it will be mine
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It looks great yeah but 35 dollars is too much for just a case which is why I didn't buy the official one. If it was a battery case for that price or even a little more like 45-50 then it would be worth it for me
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With battery cases like this. You will lose a bar or two on cell phone reception as well as wireless. This was the case for the Galaxy S4. I believe you will lose the function of NFC as well.

Wuzz Ranger said:
I believe you will lose the function of NFC as well.
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Your belief is wrong.
NFC works just fine.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00GYD782A/ref=redir_mdp_mobile?pc_redir=1388109750
The nexus 5 version will be similar to the note 3
Edit: majority of the people said that signal is not affected.
http://forums.androidcentral.com/t-samsung-galaxy-s4/299412-zero-lemon-battery-s4.html
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How protective are aluminum cases though? I feel like TPU/plastic combos would probably protect the best since it absorbs shock better than metal.

PsychDrummer said:
How protective are aluminum cases though?
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Not very protective.
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This is a cheaper one. I believe it is the same product. Shipping could take a while though. Haven't bought it though so can't comment on the quality and other issues. Looks good though.
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/New-...-protective-sleeve-for-Google/1566805230.html
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rahulmaheswari said:
This is a cheaper one. I believe it is the same product. Shipping could take a while though. Haven't bought it though so can't comment on the quality and other issues. Looks good though.
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/New-...-protective-sleeve-for-Google/1566805230.html
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I just ordered for me and my gf's phone..
I live in Thailand so hopefully the wait isnt too long.

rahulmaheswari said:
This is a cheaper one. I believe it is the same product. Shipping could take a while though. Haven't bought it though so can't comment on the quality and other issues. Looks good though.
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/New-...-protective-sleeve-for-Google/1566805230.html
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Thought they had a $5 off coupon....

Why does that one bottom corner stick out like that? I'm guessing that's how the case clamps together. Seems like it wouldn't feel very nice.

Yeah not bad, but I'm not a fan of Florida sticking out of the corner there. Always making a mess of things!
Also with it being an Aluminum bumper, I'm pretty sure it's aesthetics only. That's a relatively soft metal, especially with how thin is looks. Any real bump and it will probably dent/scratch easily. It's like using a thicker version of the HTC One as a protective case.

bblzd said:
Why does that one bottom corner stick out like that? I'm guessing that's how the case clamps together. Seems like it wouldn't feel very nice.
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Yeah you can see in one of the side shots, there are 2 screws
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Has anybody got their bumper yet? Could you please post some real shots. I'm not convinced of the screws side
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gado45 said:
Has anybody got their bumper yet? Could you please post some real shots. I'm not convinced of the screws side
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I am holding off as well. Even with the screws, not sure if it'd fit in my Seidio holster without scuffing the crap out of it. However whenever I visit this thread and look online at the pics, it seems unbalanced to me because of the screws.

Waiting for feedback on the aluminum bumper. I'm interested to find out if the bumper keep the back of the phone off of surfaces. It looks like it wouldn't protect the back of the phone at all.

Mindplar trinity case

Thinking about ordering one. Anyone got information or experience with these?
http://www.casefanatic.com/samsung-...y-s3/coque-htc-one-m7-mindplar-trinity-metal/
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ddurandSGS3 said:
Thinking about ordering one. Anyone got information or experience with these?
http://www.casefanatic.com/samsung-...y-s3/coque-htc-one-m7-mindplar-trinity-metal/
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that looks sweet. is that the real price?

abrego47 said:
that looks sweet. is that the real price?
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Yeah it used to be up near 75 when I first spotted it.
It looks real nice.
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This case is sick. Best case I've seen for the M7. I've been caseless because the phone just looks better without one but I just ordered the black Trinity. Thanks for the linky my brotha.

Please let us know how it is. I'm r debating buying one
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I have one in red! It looks really nice and I love the look of the metal. The only issue I have is the silicone part isn't the most snug fit and sometimes an edge of the phone might come out of the case when I took it out of my pocket. I don't think the whole phone would come out or anything..I'm just picky.

Fynw said:
I have one in red! It looks really nice and I love the look of the metal. The only issue I have is the silicone part isn't the most snug fit and sometimes an edge of the phone might come out of the case when I took it out of my pocket. I don't think the whole phone would come out or anything..I'm just picky.
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Anyway you could post some pictures?
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Anyway you could post some pictures?
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Sure. Let me know if you'd like any more angles. Sorry for the crappy photos.

Thank you for the pictures. Would you recommend it?
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If you're looking for protection, I probably wouldn't recommend it. There really isn't much of a lip over the screen and the top corners seem to slip off a little too easily. It's not like the whole case would accidentally fall off though since the metal part helps to keep it somewhat rigid.
If you're looking for style, then go for it. It's definitely a unique case.

Heads up, if you actually buy it from Mindplar.com it's $45 with shipping and comes with an assumingly cheap battery bank. A little bit cheaper.

PcFish said:
Heads up, if you actually buy it from Mindplar.com it's $45 with shipping and comes with an assumingly cheap battery bank. A little bit cheaper.
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This case does indeed look night, I never spend this much on a case but I might have to, maybe I will wait for a few other reviews.

These are pretty sharp looking. I have only been using a sleeve, but might have to consider this. I think Eddie Van Halen would approve of the red one.

http://www.mindplar.com/en/product/matals_ip5/TRINITY_MC.htm
Turns out it was a Christmas special. First 500 to get it. I ordered one yesterday. $35+$10 shipping.

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Sure. Let me know if you'd like any more angles. Sorry for the crappy photos.
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Nice case !

I seen 1 million cover for htc one but i never seen this one before ! thanks , probably i'll purchase this , seems really good

Just got mine in the mail. Came with a free 1000 mAh power bank.
Didn't realize that the IR port was covered, no big deal though. I can use a nail to put a hole in there.
Kind of disappointed that the "metal" part is glued on, and it doesn't wrap around the lip like other hybrid cases.
The case itself is very slim. If you have a glass screen protector it wouldn't wrap around it. Looks really great in hand though.

PcFish said:
Just got mine in the mail. Came with a free 1000 mAh power bank.
Didn't realize that the IR port was covered, no big deal though. I can use a nail to put a hole in there.
Kind of disappointed that the "metal" part is glued on, and it doesn't wrap around the lip like other hybrid cases.
The case itself is very slim. If you have a glass screen protector it wouldn't wrap around it. Looks really great in hand though.
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Can you post some more pics for us
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ddurandSGS3 said:
Can you post some more pics for us
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Anything specific?
There are photos of the same red case in post 8 of this thread here.

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PcFish said:
Anything specific?
There are photos of the same red case in post 8 of this thread here.
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So looking at the pictures previously posted, is the rubber very...rubbery? lol like the ports seem very loosely cut (charging port) and the edges seem like very rounded. I am used to the UAG case and think the cuts and lines are so sharp that this case (while looking pretty rad) has some variances in quality
am i right?