Strange question I know but would just like to get an idea from Note I/II owners on their methods of taking their devices with them, ie. how do you carry them?
Coming from a Galaxy S, it fits nicely in a shirt pocket during the week and a belt holder on the weekends. I'm not one for carrying a phone in my pocket because I worry about the pressure exerted on it between my trousers and leg.
Obviously beng bigger, the carrying strategies of a Note I/II have to be different - it's not going to fit in my shirt pocket after all.
So, any non rediculous looking belt or hip holsters available, any man bag users? !
...or should I just get bigger pockets?
It fits very nicely in all my shirts' pockets...
If you don't have one yet, why don't you cut a piece of cardboard to the same dimensions, to get a feel for the size?
Fits fine in my shirt pockets, too.
I wear man pants so there is no issue
Fits everywhere. No problem to carry.
Cheers all! :good:
kempas said:
Strange question I know but would just like to get an idea from Note I/II owners on their methods of taking their devices with them, ie. how do you carry them?
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I always carried my note 1 in my front pants pockets.
It's not nearly as big as people think.
- Frank
Always in the lefthanded backpocket of my pants
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Always carry my note 1 in my front pockets. Never any issues.
It fits nicely in all my pant pockets. In tight jeans it fits too but it will be a tight fit. I've carried my Note 1 that way for a month.
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It fits in my tight jeans fine
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I see a growing list of sites now offering leather cases for the Galaxy Note. My problem is that I already have a slim rubber case over my Note so it add a little extra bulk to the Note that now it won't fit into any of these leather cases.
I presently have the SGP Ultra Capsule case for the Note:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/SGP-Ultra-Capsule-Case-Samsung-Galaxy-Note-N7000-BLACK-/260938444071?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3cc124ad27
I am even willing to use a generic camera case as long as it can fit on my belt. I searched a number of local computer shops, photography outlets, even a few places at the local mall (those kiosks) that has anything that can accommodate this extra size... I found nothing yet!!!
Can someone please help me? Do you think if I searched say for the Dell Streak 5" that such cases can work for the Note in a slim rubber case?
Any suggestions are welcome. Thanks.
I suggest the PDair P01 leather case. I have it and it fits great with a TPU case on the GNote. A little snug, but no problems getting it in and out of the case. I think it would probably fit your case as well. The PDair case is a bit pricey (around $40), but the quality is great.
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people that wear phones on there belts look like complete douches!!! don't do it!!
At some point in life, you have to quit caring what people think about you and do what you want. Carrying a phone on your belt is certainly much more comfortable than in your pocket. Try it. You may change your mind.
Alexanderbooth said:
people that wear phones on there belts look like complete douches!!! don't do it!!
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scitech09 said:
At some point in life, you have to quit caring what people think about you and do what you want. Carrying a phone on your belt is certainly much more comfortable than in your pocket. Try it. You may change your mind.
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Alexanderbooth said:
people that wear phones on there belts look like complete douches!!! don't do it!!
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NO sir, you are a douch! It is not easy to fit the note in your pocket you know
How small are your pockets? I wear skinny jeans most of the time and have no issues, it fits perfect and you don't even realise its there, and the other 2 people who wear phones on there belts, don't do it because they don't care what people think, they do it to show off there phone, which makes them douches.
Alexanderbooth Ain't the USA wonderful! Everyone is entitled to their own opinion, even if it is wrong!
Alexanderbooth said:
How small are your pockets? I wear skinny jeans most of the time and have no issues, it fits perfect and you don't even realise its there, and the other 2 people who wear phones on there belts, don't do it because they don't care what people think, they do it to show off there phone, which makes them douches.
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Just think how many people would not be able to post how they scratched their GNote screen because they put it in their pocket...if they wore it on their belts, lol! The fact that you said skinny jeans means you are probably under 30.
It may not be cool to wear your phone on your belt, especially a GNote, but it sure is comfortable and practical!
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Just think how many people would not be able to post how they scratched their GNote screen because they put it in their pocket...if they wore it on their belts, lol! The fact that you said skinny jeans means you are probably under 30.
It may not be cool to wear your phone on your belt, especially a GNote, but it sure is comfortable and practical!
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Eh what do you mean? Your phone is miles safer in your pocket than on your belt buckle. And I am 30 :-D, what does that have to do with anything? Again it isn't uncomfortable carrying your phone in your pocket? Plus its on show so you gearing yourself up to get mugged.
I have always worn my phone on my belt if I can, except for very small phones. That does not include the Note! I have far too much other stuff in my pockets - credit card wallet, money wallet & keys. I have tried to reduce these, but there is just too much I need to have with me.
I am waiting for a couple of noreve cases (one with belt clip) and a 'tough as nuts' case (with a proper belt loop). In the mean time, to avoid bulk and scratches, I picked up a couple of neat cases for a Navman GPS device. One is a semi-hard case with foam padding for travel & storage, the other is a 'normal' case with a bit on the back I unpicked to make a belt loop. After a month of wear I need to re-sew the loop, but apart from that it is fine. Those two were about $30.
It is just a bit too loose for my liking, so would probably fit nicely with a rubber case. The inside is smooth so it should slide.
As I usually do now, check the GPS section of any electronics store and find the cases. Find the one that fits. I used to look for camera cases, but these have become to small & fat, where phones are now thinner and larger.
Check out this item I found on eBay:
Black Leather Sleeve Case With Belt Clip for Samsung Galaxy Note GT-N7000 i9220
Link:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-Leath...sung-Galaxy-Note-GT-N7000-i9220-/400264507128
mine arrived today, faux leather but fits the Note with PU case. Easily slipped in and out. Looks nice, get compliment and somehow people didn't think the leather case was big, but when I take my phone out, then they think it's big.
Alexanderbooth said:
Eh what do you mean? Your phone is miles safer in your pocket than on your belt buckle. And I am 30 :-D, what does that have to do with anything? Again it isn't uncomfortable carrying your phone in your pocket? Plus its on show so you gearing yourself up to get mugged.
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When have you seen people who wear their phone in a holster on their belt crying because their screen was scratched by keys or grains of sand in the pocket etc? I referenced your age because as discussed you are still at that age where you care what people think. I have done both with the GNote and wearing it on the belt in a leather holster is much simpler and more comfortable. I can actually use my pockets for other things and not have to worry about my GNote.
Just a preference, neither is right or wrong.
I was just curious if anyone has broken their Note while it has been in a case, any case? I have seen a lot of broken note 2 post but have yet to hear about anyone that has broken their phone while it has been in a case of any type.
Sent from the best phone on the planet, Apple take Note............
Well good, I guess any case is good enough........
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well I am sure not going to drop it to find out if I can help it hehe
I would be leery of thin/hard cases. this is a large HEAVY phone. right now I use a bamboo case but I have a leather pouch around my neck I keep it in.
I dropped my note 2 about 3 or 4 feet to the concrete and it was completely submerged in a puddle today. It slipped right out of my hoodie pocket...my phone is unscathed and fully operational. All I have on it is some cheap case from eBay cost me ten bucks words cannot describe how ecstatic I was that every thing was working and there is no physical damage
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Mine's fine, but on Amazon some dude wrote a 1-star review for his screen protector because it didn't prevent his glass from cracking when his Note 2 fell out of his pocket. For some reason he gave his case a 4-star review though. (twas a silicon skin case)
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well I am sure not going to drop it to find out if I can help it hehe
I would be leery of thin/hard cases. this is a large HEAVY phone. right now I use a bamboo case but I have a leather pouch around my neck I keep it in.
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You have a leather pouch around your neck? You should probably see a doctor about that.
swyped all these spelling errors from my galaxy note 2
hi everyone,
any suggestions where can i purchase a durable case for vibrant ?
so far this is the only one i can find with a lot of customer reviews.
http://www.amazon.com/Samsung-Vibra...72719562&sr=1-1&keywords=samsung+vibrant+case
I'm personally a fan of silicon cases. The only major problem is that it's a little difficult sliding it out of your pocket.
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I'm personally a fan of silicon cases. The only major problem is that it's a little difficult sliding it out of your pocket.
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That is why I use silicon cases so they don't fall out of my pocket as easily.
@OP, look into Samsung Galaxy S 4G (SGH-T959V) cases. There are some two piece cases that are sturdy and cost 7 dollars. Worth it for me. They fit the Vibrant perfectly, the only thing is they might have a hole for a face camera which the vibrant does not have, but that isn't a big deal. I will post a link in a bit.
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As a bare phone I have found that very quickly my Note 4 is not big, it is my G5 that is small. The Note 4 fits easily into pants and jacket pockets. However that may change as I add a case.
How do you make the trade off between a bulky case which may come with perceived high degree of safety, yet at the same time perhaps no longer fit easily in a pants or jacket pocket?
Thanks
4Nails
4Nails said:
As a bare phone I have found that very quickly my Note 4 is not big, it is my G5 that is small. The Note 4 fits easily into pants and jacket pockets. However that may change as I add a case.
How do you make the trade off between a bulky case which may come with perceived high degree of safety, yet at the same time perhaps no longer fit easily in a pants or jacket pocket?
Thanks
4Nails
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Folio/Wallet/Flipcases provide above moderate protection and adds a little bulk. (if your pockets or jacket pockets can fit trifold wallets it will fit a note 4 with a folio case without too much trouble.)
While life proof cases provide high protection but makes your phone feel like fort Knox.
The there are the minimalistic bumpers/featherlight/frames which add the least amount of bulk and offers little in the drop protection if your phone falls at a bad angle especially screen down.
I got a caseology case with slightly raised bumper around the screen and a uv screen protector. Didn't seem to add much bulk and the only thing I've noticed is that my windshield holder is a bit tight. If the gorilla glass on this is half as good add the galaxy s3, I don't see a situation where the phone will be in much danger other than from water.
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4Nails said:
As a bare phone I have found that very quickly my Note 4 is not big, it is my G5 that is small. The Note 4 fits easily into pants and jacket pockets. However that may change as I add a case.
How do you make the trade off between a bulky case which may come with perceived high degree of safety, yet at the same time perhaps no longer fit easily in a pants or jacket pocket?
Thanks
4Nails
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I own 2 different ones from this company and love the both. Provides the needed scratch protection without bulking up. There really is no need for a bulky case on most phones now.
SkinomiĀ® TechSkin - Samsung Galaxy Note 4 Screen Protector + Carbon... http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00L4K9GFA/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_fDWuub17QAWG5
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Just be careful. I've never used a case and have had cell phones for fifteen years without breaking one. I also stopped using screen protectors when Gorilla Glass came along, and have had no scratches since then.
You do need to take care to anticipate and avoid likely failure modes. But you need to do that even with a case, since it provides only partial protection anyway.
* Carry the phone only in a snug front pants pocket, display facing inward, nothing else in the pocket. And verify that the phone is actually inside the pocket before releasing your grip.
* If you place it on a surface, make sure it's face-up and not precariously near the edge, and not perched over a toilet.
* When a power cord or headset cord is attached, be extremely careful that there's no opportunity to hit the cord and drag the phone so it falls. Try to use BT headsets rather than wired ones.
You'll eventually break a phone even if you're careful. But if it only happens once every ten or twenty years, it's still preferable to the expense and inconvenience of using cases.
I use uag case the best of both worlds.
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4Nails said:
As a bare phone I have found that very quickly my Note 4 is not big, it is my G5 that is small. The Note 4 fits easily into pants and jacket pockets. However that may change as I add a case.
How do you make the trade off between a bulky case which may come with perceived high degree of safety, yet at the same time perhaps no longer fit easily in a pants or jacket pocket?
Thanks
4Nails
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If I'm going to be in a precarious situation or if I'll be running around in a hurry, I add the protection of a bulky case. If I'm going to be in a situation where I can afford to be more careful I'll use it without the case.
I got the Spigen Case Capsule. It's keeps the phone nice and thin. Seems protected enough, small lip and it sits flush on the back. Camera don't stick out. But I am very carful with my phones.
jlczl said:
If I'm going to be in a precarious situation or if I'll be running around in a hurry, I add the protection of a bulky case. If I'm going to be in a situation where I can afford to be more careful I'll use it without the case.
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That sounds wise. I'm rarely in an environment more challenging than an office, so when I am I just put the phone in a padded pocket in my backpack. If that were a more frequent occurrence, I'd get a case to use in those situations.
UAG
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Does the phone fit into pocket? I love the big screen and I'm considering buying it but I'm afraid it might be just too big. I'm 5'8 and concerned about whether it will fit into my pockets
Not in straight tight jeans it won`t
i don't keep my phones in my pocket for a long time... i always hold them in hand ... I get used with Big phones in my hand and everyone is looking weird at me... ))
I'm 6'1 and of strong build.
Fits in my pocket no worries. Sorry short people:
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Does the phone fit into pocket? I love the big screen and I'm considering buying it but I'm afraid it might be just too big. I'm 5'8 and concerned about whether it will fit into my pockets
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I'm 5'8" and it fits just fine in all my pockets.
Im a midget on 178cm/5,8 feet and it fit 100% without any problems [emoji1305]
Me too it fix well in jeans and pants.... But be careful squating down... Unless you put it at back pocket
Avoid wearing hipster skinny jeans and you will be fine.
Make a cardboard mockup and test it yourself
manupa14 said:
Does the phone fit into pocket? I love the big screen and I'm considering buying it but I'm afraid it might be just too big. I'm 5'8 and concerned about whether it will fit into my pockets
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Regarding the size of the phone.... it is big as in huge big... weird though... a coupe weeks with it and it becomes normal sized
Regarding fitting in pockets, I am about the same height.. wear regular fitting clothes (not tight)... I have no problems with this phone fitting in my jeans and pants pockets... I have owned phablets including the Sony Ultra Z... never had issues carrying them in the front pocket of my pants.
manupa14 said:
Does the phone fit into pocket? I love the big screen and I'm considering buying it but I'm afraid it might be just too big. I'm 5'8 and concerned about whether it will fit into my pockets
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I'm 5'6, bought the imatch case and it fits in my front jean pocket, Can stick out the top a little bit if the pockets are not very deep.