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[help]: Branded cases for the T-Mobile Galaxy S II

Hey guys,
For the past couple of months I've been posting reviews of Galaxy S II cases for the International model on my YouTube Channel, just today I picked up the T-Mobile version so I'd like to continue my reviews for this device.
I'm having a hard time finding branded cases for the device (I usually contact SGP, Otterbox, BodyGuardz, etc) - I'd love to bring more reviews to you guys so if you could link me to some sites for branded cases I'd be grateful!
Thanks in advance,
Ploone

Out of curiosity, what's your youtube channel username? I'd like to get some reviews from the different companies.
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SimeonAS89 said:
Out of curiosity, what's your youtube channel username? I'd like to get some reviews from the different companies.
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Hi,
http://www.youtube.com/appreviewa

D30 case here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1305116
I'll be doing a review myself, but not a video review so you could do that still

Hopefully we wil start seeing more branded cases soon. I pit the T-Mobile Body Glove on the wife's phone (really she claimed it) and now I need a decent case. I may pick up a D30 to hold moe over until something like Otterbox or Trident cases comes out.
It was rough figuring out that very few of the "Galaxy S II" cases on Amazon don't work. They should have just called it the Hercules and been done with it...

I have the tmobile bodyglove case and really like it.....

Just picked up the T-Mobile D30 case. I love how simple and slim it is and the protection D30 adds to the case. If you want a good not cheesy(ugly and full of designs) black case, go for this one.
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imnothimm said:
Just picked up the T-Mobile D30 case. I love how simple and slim it is and the protection D30 adds to the case. If you want a good not cheesy(ugly and full of designs) black case, go for this one.
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Post some pics!
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Just a plain case with awesome protection. You can kinda see my Zagg INVISIBLEshield as well
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imnothimm said:
Just picked up the T-Mobile D30 case. I love how simple and slim it is and the protection D30 adds to the case. If you want a good not cheesy(ugly and full of designs) black case, go for this one.
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How much was it?

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How much was it?
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26.70$ after taxes (Cheaper than BodyGlove) bought in a TMO store
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Just picked up a D30 case on my way to night class. Had to call 5-6 stores before I found one that carried D30 cases.
Fits beautifully. Doesn't mess up the t-mo screen protector when on the phone. Nice feel to it, kind of like the Ringke cases. Buttons are kind of stiff, but I'm sure it will need to be broken in. Much easier to push the buttons then the tpu hybrid case I got on eBay.
In-store cost is $24.99. Well worth it IMO. Very nice quality as you can see from the previous pictures posted.
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Does anyone know which case is bettter? The Body Glove or the D30?
Is the D30 plastic or rubbery texture?

+1 for the D30 case. It has a nice rubbery feel with good grip and excellent protection.
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I went to the Tmobile store today and tried on the D30, the case it not as stylish as the Body Glove White and Gray one. In terms of fitting, Body Glove fits better. I know is a bit more pricey, but Body Glove is better from my eyes.

Dope Cases

Hey as the titles says I'm looking to buy some dope cases it doesn't have to be really protective just a sick design. So what do you guys have or know of? Thanks!!
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Rearth Ringke Slim

tpu bumper

carlost24 said:
Rearth Ringke Slim
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THIS!!! It's the only case that keeps the slim, sexy look and feel of the phone

There was a guy that posted a link that lets you design your own case by uploading a picture to the site and then it would print out for you. The case itself looked pretty sturdy and strong.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1589563&highlight=custom+case+video

KiNG OMaR said:
THIS!!! It's the only case that keeps the slim, sexy look and feel of the phone
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I just wish it covered the corners. IMO when you drop a phone, chances are it's going to land on of the corners first, otherwise I'd be all over this case.

carlost24 said:
Rearth Ringke Slim
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trainerKEN said:
I just wish it covered the corners. IMO when you drop a phone, chances are it's going to land on of the corners first, otherwise I'd be all over this case.
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First I got the rearth Ringke Slim and it is the best slim case out there.
Second: It does protect the corners.
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This is the white version showing it does protect the corners.
Here's a link to pictures of my case matt black. (click on image/imageshack)
Case comes with screen protector AND has plugs (attached to the case) for the usb & jack ports. (plugs are easily replaceable)
More info here
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Also an option is this case:
Look up the info here

Thanks for the replies! I'll be checking these out ASAP!!
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Incipio Case
I have this case on my phone. Keeps is slick and gives it decent protection.
http://www.incipio.com/Samsung-Gala...laxy-Nexus-NGP-Semi-Rigid-Soft-Shell-Case.asp

sandmanz said:
I have this case on my phone. Keeps is slick and gives it decent protection.
http://www.incipio.com/Samsung-Gala...laxy-Nexus-NGP-Semi-Rigid-Soft-Shell-Case.asp
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I have two of those like new with the screen protectors that u don't even use they are the black and grey one.
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If you like something different, go retro with this!
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Nintendo-Gam...ccessories&hash=item19cfed385d#ht_1985wt_1037
I don't have any idea how the quality is but I'm going to order a few different ones and see how they feel. Pretty cheap too lol... there are lots of other designs if you search around on ebay

Dogtag said:
First I got the rearth Ringke Slim and it is the best slim case out there.
Second: It does protect the corners.
This is the white version showing it does protect the corners.
Here's a link to pictures of my case matt black. (click on image/imageshack)
Case comes with screen protector AND has plugs (attached to the case) for the usb & jack ports. (plugs are easily replaceable)
More info here
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Also an option is this case:
Look up the info here
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Go with the aluminum bumper its awesome. Makes it look like a new phone and gives it the weight and more of a solid feel just awesome...
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ZafarHSayed said:
If you like something different, go retro with this!
http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Nintendo-Gam...ccessories&hash=item19cfed385d#ht_1985wt_1037
I don't have any idea how the quality is but I'm going to order a few different ones and see how they feel. Pretty cheap too lol... there are lots of other designs if you search around on ebay
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I'm gonna buy this sweet!!!
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Speck PixelskinHD has been my favorite so far.

XAviierG said:
I'm gonna buy this sweet!!!
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I looked more closely at it and it looks more like an image of a controller or gameboy (depending on which of theirs you look at) just made into the case instead of the case really being based around the controller itself. That's disappointing lol since the iPhone has really nice cassette/Nintendo/gameboy cases that are realistic looking and of high quality... here's to hoping we can find some for our GNexus's! Will post if I find them
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TeeRom said:
Speck PixelskinHD has been my favorite so far.
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This x1000. Its the only case I use when im at work (otherwise I've been rocking it outside of work bare naked since launch day without a single scratch/nick)

S3 Otterbox Commuter Case Review

This is my review of the Otterbox commuter for the S3
Youtube Link
Any feedback is more than welcome

well it looks like it offers pretty good protection but kind of diminishes the beauty of a white S3...

z3nith66 said:
well it looks like it offers pretty good protection but kind of diminishes the beauty of a white S3...
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Yeah basically, always the way with good protection though
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Thanks for the review. Left a comment.
Looks kinda ugly, just going to use it for traveling and such.
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I like it, nice review.
Sometimes I just want to use the phone like it was a piece of plastic (without thinking in scratches), so I will get one

Rahabhim said:
I like it, nice review.
Sometimes I just want to use the phone like it was a piece of plastic (without thinking in scratches), so I will get one
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Thanks
I guess this is the case for you then, unless you want the defender so you can throw it down the stairs and laugh

There are other colors of this case that may look better with the white version.
Here is a pic of the white otterbox commuter
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website to see all available colors:
http://www.otterbox.com/Samsung-Galaxy-S3-Commuter-Series/77-21092_A,default,pd.html

Otterbox Top Quality
I've owned three Commuter cases (for Samsung Captivate, Infuse, and Note) and you can't beat them for the protection.
The only issues I have had are how the clips are attached to the plate. Twice I've had them break on me, BUT, Otterbox has been very prompt at sending me a FREE replacement. I also have to say that each time I was leaning in such a way that I was putting pressure on the belt clip, so I can't entirely fault the clip. Since they replaced it (promptly), I have no negative feelings.
Although they are a bit pricey, you can definitely see why they do cost more. I would HIGHLY recommend them. They give your phone top-notch protection. :good:

I bought the case today and compared to the case mate tough this provides much more protection however it does the phone slippery due to the hardcover having minimal grip. The biggest gripe I have with this case is the power and volume rockers are really difficult to press and I have contacted otterbox about it and just awaiting reply now.
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Anybody using the commuter in a car mount yet ? If so which one, and any chance of a few piccies ?
Also, does the thickness of the case interfere with the NFC at all ?

micromania said:
There are other colors of this case that may look better with the white version.
Here is a pic of the white otterbox commuter
website to see all available colors:
http://www.otterbox.com/Samsung-Galaxy-S3-Commuter-Series/77-21092_A,default,pd.html
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Yeah I have to agree the white case does look a lot nicer than the black case

blue-bear said:
I bought the case today and compared to the case mate tough this provides much more protection however it does the phone slippery due to the hardcover having minimal grip. The biggest gripe I have with this case is the power and volume rockers are really difficult to press and I have contacted otterbox about it and just awaiting reply now.
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I didn't have an issue with the grip of the case but the buttons are a big problem. I did point it out in my review. The trident case is a lot better button wise.

A lot of people have been interested in the differences between the commuter and trident aegis cases so I'm about to film a quick comparison

Oli2k said:
A lot of people have been interested in the differences between the commuter and trident aegis cases so I'm about to film a quick comparison
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Do a drop test:laugh:

tomer4321765 said:
Do a drop test:laugh:
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lol If someone wants to send me an s3 I gladly will ;-)
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what do u think is better over all
this or Trident Aegis

miahegypt said:
what do u think is better over all
this or Trident Aegis
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I'd personally go for the trident if it was the same price as the otterbox
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great review, I have been searching for a gal s3 specific otterbox review and haven't found any... until now.
That is an issue re the lovely sleek lithe lines of the s3 being covered and ruined by protection, but as has been said, thats the trade off i guess.
I am having a really hard time deciding between a few cases. Bought the invisible skin full body protector (it's my goto scratch protection despite niggles with it) and that will sit beneath any case I buy. May have to take the rear skin off to fit but will cross that bridge...
Fancied a defender but the built in screen protector bothers me as I am worried about it fading and misting over time, where as the commuter does allow for the separate screen skin which then can be removed and replaced independently if required.
Would really like the defender but it is increasingly looking like the commuter will be the best solution :/

I just picked the Aegis off eBay for $26 shipped. Good case so far.
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Just got Email....white Otterbox Commuter case is on back order so i will be waiting another week and half to get mine.
:cyclops:

Best Samsung galaxy s4 case?

What cases do you guys use, and what case in the market do you think is the best?

I personally love thin form factors to not take away much from the phone itself. I currently use and love the poetic palette case which only sells for 5$. the other option I was looking at was the spigen ultra thin air case which goes for 25$.

Would the otterbox commuter be a good choice?

goft20 said:
Would the otterbox commuter be a good choice?
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The Commuter is always a good choice. Also, check out Spigen.

I recently got the tech21 impact case from tmobile and love it ...
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This thread belongs in accessories
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This thread belongs in accessories
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You actually wasted time saying this, contribute to the conversation or move on. To much flaming going on, now I remember why I can't stand xda anymore. To much ******* attitude instead of help. Does it physically hurt you that it's here instead of accessories, NO IT DOESN'T SO MOVE ON!!!!

It depends on your preference. Do you want a case that shows off the phone curves? How about a tough case for heavy protection. Or a case for light protection? Of maybe you want one that shows you notifications before you turn the phone on?
It can also depend on what type of person you are or your job. Do you work in construction? With children? At a desk?
Me personally, I work in a store with lots of people, and I have a 3-year-old nephew, plus I sometimes drop my phone. I don't care for "sexy" cases, I want tough cases, no matter how ugly.
But that's me. You might be different or want something completely the opposite.

acoleman.mobile said:
You actually wasted time saying this, contribute to the conversation or move on. To much flaming going on, now I remember why I can't stand xda anymore. To much ******* attitude instead of help. Does it physically hurt you that it's here instead of accessories, NO IT DOESN'T SO MOVE ON!!!!
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He was just saying that it belongs in accessories, you're the one overreacting.
It does belong in accessories, that's why we have different sections.
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I like the Spigen Neo Hybrid metal slate color one, was thinking about getting it. Just went on their site and they're having a 1 day sale, now I'm definitely ordering this today, 20% off sitewide.
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He was just saying that it belongs in accessories, you're the one overreacting.
It does belong in accessories, that's why we have different sections.
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I understand that, just to much whining on here.

Otterbox defender.... Best case ever had... It's also on my s3
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http://www.spigen.com/galaxy-s4-case-neo-hybrid.html

20% off anything on Spigen.com only Today, Memorial Day
Promo Code: MEM20
Ends 12am PST

I normally just use the TPU cases from eBay which work just fine. However, decided to invest a bit more on protection for the S4.
After a bit of searching I narrowed it down to the Neo Hybrid from Spigen and Atmosphere from Poetic. I think the slickness and price pushed me towards to Atmosphere more and that would be my recommendation.
Here's a link and a picture of the case.
http://www.yourpoetic.com/p/446/poetic-makes-great-cases-for-the-samsung-galaxy-s4
Quick Tip: The price is around $9 on Amazon.

I have both the Spigen Slim Armor and the Neo Hybrid and like them both very much.

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I have both the Spigen Slim Armor and the Neo Hybrid and like them both very much.
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Does your Spigen Slim Armor cover the entire bezel? I got one when it first came out, and it bugged me that it never fully covered the entire bezel. I'm in the process of returning the Slim Armor and already placed an order for the Neo Hybrid.

another vote for otter box defender, I work outdoors in a lot of forrested areas and it does me a solid. I would also check out the platinum series case with the holster and stand. It does a good job as well its just a slimmer less protective case compared to the defender.

Kid Poker said:
Does your Spigen Slim Armor cover the entire bezel? I got one when it first came out, and it bugged me that it never fully covered the entire bezel. I'm in the process of returning the Slim Armor and already placed an order for the Neo Hybrid.
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It protects the entire bezel, but I can see a hair line portion of the chrome most the way around. I think I have gotten used to it.

I just got my rearth ringke case today and really like it. It's very very thin and light. I don't think it'll protect well from a drop, but should protect the phone from everyday scratches.
I also got a tpu case and did not like it because the edges were raised too high..it made it difficult to type!

Having trouble finding a protective case, any top picks?

Hey guys,
I am late to the Nexus 5 owner parade, but none the less really enjoying this phone. I have not been able to find a good case for it though, most are very slim and cover the back and sides but not top and bottom. Amazon has mixed reviews on alot of the more popular cases, but I'm guessing most of the cases might be hidden somewhere deep in the pages since the phone is a few years old. Any suggestions on a good protective case, something like an otterbox commuter series style versus a defender, I don't need all out protection, just good dual layer setup. I like the ballistic case, but I have ordered 2 and both were labeled Nexus 5, but for the Nexus 6
Appreciate any advice and feel free to post up pics of your setup you recommend if you are using it.

Slim armor by Spigen. even the false one from china are very good quality.

I've had this on mine for 2 years now and inside my phone is absolutely mint condition still
http://www.amazon.co.uk/i-Blason-Full-body-Protective-Protector-Resistant/dp/B00FUPVHLG
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Ben36 said:
I've had this on mine for 2 years now and inside my phone is absolutely mint condition still
http://www.amazon.co.uk/i-Blason-Full-body-Protective-Protector-Resistant/dp/B00FUPVHLG
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@Ben36 is possible to use tempered glass with that case?

Yea it'd work, but the tempered glass would be under the cases own protective screen. Unless you mean rip the cases screen out all together, which again would work. But i honestly wouldn't say you'd need to. It's protected mine perfectly for 2 years and I'm on building sites etc
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ringke fusion or spigen ultra hybrid. imo they've got quite good drop protection. almost 2 years using em.

I actually currently have the spigen ultra on my Z5. It's a really nice good fitting case. No where near the protection of the armourbox but still pretty good. I'd say if the armourbox was a 10 the spigen is about a 6-7 on protection. So if you don't want really rugged and just good decent protection then the spigen is really good
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I just get the case from ebay
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me too i didn't find any good case for this device, instead i bought a slickwrap wood skin and a rubber bumper case. it looks great now.

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Nice looking, but I would not call it "protective" if you dropped it.

Use Bugdroid Case from Cruzerlite. Best Case. U can watch videos on you tube ppl dropping nexus 5 in it and its a good protection in less then 10$

I have the Tech21 Impactology case, and it's pretty good.
http://m.newegg.com/Product/index?i...gclid=CM6LsdOOrMkCFcKGaQod0b4Htg&gclsrc=aw.ds
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wolfen69 said:
Nice looking, but I would not call it "protective" if you dropped it.
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I have Spiden Neohybrid.. and this is good.... it has so many times saved my phone. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F8Wtrdn0R-Q

I have had both soft and harder cases from miniinthebox. Cheap and do the job well.

Best Case Brands!
If you need at least a list to choose, here are my picks:
1. Cruzerlite Bugdroid Circut
2. Caseology TPU Case
3. Diztronic Matte Black
4. Spigen Neo Hybrid (Best color is red
So far I have a history with Cruzerlite and Spigen, but I have recently bought a Caseology case from YouTube reviews that were really good.

Ringke Fusion. It's great and holds up well even after 1.5 years of use.

Spigen Slim Armor, durable and good looking. Totally worth the price.

Spigen
Spigen cases are pretty awesome, I have the Slim Armor one on my nexus, work perfectly and hasnt deteriorated after >1 year of use. They also have a lifetime warranty on the case I think so if it does mess up they will send you a new one for free

dmxsoulja3 said:
Hey guys,
I am late to the Nexus 5 owner parade, but none the less really enjoying this phone. I have not been able to find a good case for it though, most are very slim and cover the back and sides but not top and bottom. Amazon has mixed reviews on alot of the more popular cases, but I'm guessing most of the cases might be hidden somewhere deep in the pages since the phone is a few years old. Any suggestions on a good protective case, something like an otterbox commuter series style versus a defender, I don't need all out protection, just good dual layer setup. I like the ballistic case, but I have ordered 2 and both were labeled Nexus 5, but for the Nexus 6
Appreciate any advice and feel free to post up pics of your setup you recommend if you are using it.
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Any battery cases under $10 for nexus 5?

I've been pleased as Punch with this Ballistic case.
http://www.amazon.ca/Ballistic-Tough-Jacket-Case-Nexus/dp/B00IKYI4BK/
It's bulky and it isn't exactly cheap, but if you drop phones as often as I do it's worth it. Plus it feels pretty nifty in the hand.