Griffin Survivor! - Galaxy S III Accessories

Just got the case yesterday . Wow nice case. Great fit. The outside shell is a harder rubber so it does get in and out of the pocket without taking itself apart like the Otter. Belt clip is a little flimsy but all in all a great case. Everything works the way it should. Unlike the obex...
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zaprunner said:
Just got the case yesterday . Wow nice case. Great fit. The outside shell is a harder rubber so it does get in and out of the pocket without taking itself apart like the Otter. Belt clip is a little flimsy but all in all a great case. Everything works the way it should. Unlike the obex...
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I plan on getting this here soon.
How is the screen protector?
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AFAIK Griffin don't actually produce a Survivor case for the S3. There are imitation ones that are branded Survivor but are NOT Griffin. How do I know? Cos I've got one lol!

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AFAIK Griffin don't actually produce a Survivor case for the S3. There are imitation ones that are branded Survivor but are NOT Griffin. How do I know? Cos I've got one lol!
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Just released recently like a week ago maybe...
http://store.griffintechnology.com/smartphone/survivor-with-belt-clip-for-samsung-galaxy-siii
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Ordered directly from Griffin. Shipped to me in two days and showed up in griffin shipping box....
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Assuming this video is 100% real and not edited to make the case better than it is...
I would say that you won't find a tougher rugged case than this.
This video is most entertaining and impressive! :laugh:
(it's the Iphone case version)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_DJLoNgbU1A&feature=youtube_gdata_player
And the iPad version.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_DJLoNgbU1A&feature=youtube_gdata_player
And the iPad version.
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Man I am just howling!!! :laugh::laugh::laugh:
Love the whole BULLY swing thing!

interesting....

I just bought the case. Use "givethanks" without the "" and you'll get $10 off.
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19 bux in ebay.. had one one watch list for 3 minutes, now its sold fml lol

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19 bux in ebay.. had one one watch list for 3 minutes, now its sold fml lol
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Probably a fake. There are a few floating around . Already.
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Speedin07si said:
Probably a fake. There are a few floating around . Already.
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I sent the seller a queston about that.. lets see what he responds. ill chime in with answer later.

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I sent the seller a queston about that.. lets see what he responds. ill chime in with answer later.
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If it's the ones I see on there, look at the box, where is says galaxy s3 it should say Griffin.
I would buy from the official site to be safe.
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If it's the ones I see on there, look at the box, where is says galaxy s3 it should say Griffin.
I would buy from the official site to be safe.
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Yeah noticed the box looked different. Most likely they are replicas.

Plus the official site gives you all the good detailed order status. If you create account that is.
Immediately got a confirmation email as well.
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Is this case bulky? Sick of my obox.
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Warrior1975 said:
Is this case bulky? Sick of my obox.
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Yes it adds bulk.... Any case that offers top level protection well add bulk.
Otterbox defender
Trident kraken
Seidio Obex
Ballistic SG jazz and the HC series (coming soon)
And this case.
All add bulk.
You give up the sleek thin design for mil spec protection.
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I just ordered one as well!
I find that the OtterBox cases aren't as well designed as Griffin's Survivor's. Seems that the Griffin team does a better job designing cases, a lot more thoughts go into designing the Survivor cases than the Defenders. Griffin's marketing term is "over engineered".
I've got cases from both companies, for various devices (iPhone 4, iPhone 5, iPad, iPad 3) from both companies and from my personal observation… Griffin's cases are a lot more articulate. For instance, the iPhone 5 Defender case (by OtterBox)'s bottom area are somewhat more exposed than Griffin's, allowing moisture to come into contact with the phone. In the Griffin Survivor iPhone 5, it's got this thin membrane that covers the speakers and mic holes.
The thing I find different about Griffin's more recent cases (mid-2012 models) are exponentially more complicated to put on than the OtterBox cases. Perhaps this is a good thing, as you're not expected the case off your phone very often.
Griffin's design philosophy is rather different than OtterBox's. Griffin's approach is to take the device and insert it into a plastic frame, then wrap silicone shell, and then securing the entire "assembly" with front-plate that protects the face of the device.
Different from the OtterBox, where you place the device into a two-piece plastic frame that snaps together, then lastly wrapping it with a silicone shell. I should also mention, that the design on most OtterBox cases are less "water-proof" than Griffin's.
In the iPhone 5's Defender, the camera cutout at the back is exposed; while with the Griffin's Survivor the camera perfectly covered with a flap. Now, back in the iPhone 4/4S model, this is actually an annoyance as you've got to hold the frap with your finger as you're taking a picture. With the more recent Survivor models, they've redesigned this and made the flap pivot to the base frame. Yes, it can be an annoyance if you wanna take pictures really quick (having to open the flap, etc.) but heh… I like Griffin's approach better. This applies to the Galaxy SIII Survivor case as well. If you compare the photos on Griffin's product page, you can see that the back part of the Survivor case perfectly covers the camera + flash, using a flap.
The aesthetics… well, this is a subjective topic. I do find the mid-2012 OtterBoxes cases are more sleek looking than Griffin's Survivor. Griffin's Survivor does remind me of Master Chief though, especially because of that Squareish bumps, hexagonal texture. It's a lot more military looking than OtterBox's.
Where OtterBox wins is the design on their holster. Griffin's holster design is very minimal, as it barely covers any surface.
To put it short, Griffin's Survivor cases covers more of your phone's surface area more than OtterBox's.
One last note: Griffin's silicone shell is also a lot thicker than OtterBox's. I find it a lot more cushioning. But it's also a lot bulkier than OtterBox.
Damn, I should do a full on comparison.

Didn't see an answer to this question. How is the screen protector? Is it the same material as the otterbox defender?
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Related

Surface II or active

This is my final question about a case for my Evo, Im down to the Seidio Innocase II Surface and the Active which case will be the better choice? I red a couple reviews about the active not fitting correctly and i heard horror stories about the surface scratching the edges
I love my blue Seidio Innocase II Surface Case (looks purple on amazon)... Fits tight, no play. I have to go slow when I put it on so that I don't lift up the edge of my invisashield.
I think my case is the active and I hate it. The back has started to peel and a corner broke like it came unglued. I'm going to get an otterbox instead I think.
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Nefariouss said:
I think my case is the active and I hate it. The back has started to peel and a corner broke like it came unglued. I'm going to get an otterbox instead I think.
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Looks like you have the innocase active limited edition, available only through amazon. I have the same and the plastic skeleton doesn't fit 100% perfectly, but it's not bad. I too had some clips (top and bottom right) break off, but mine gets banged up a lot while i'm at work so I wasn't too surprised.
The regular innocase active looks like the skeleton has been enlarged to prevent the clips from breaking.
I just ordered an otterbox commuter case and a seidio innocase rugged combo.
Personally, I like having the combo of a hard shell with the soft cushion of the silicone.
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Nefariouss said:
I think my case is the active and I hate it. The back has started to peel and a corner broke like it came unglued. I'm going to get an otterbox instead I think.
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I had the exact same thing happen, but sedio did honor the warranty. Just a thought.
I bought the PT brand from Best Buy today and I believe it is the same as the surface. It is made by Seidio but labeled differently.
I love it. Doesn't add much bulk and feels good in the hand.
Well maybe I'll give them a call about the warranty. I like the overall case design just disappointed in the flaws I've had with it so far. Thanks for the heads up.
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Well maybe I'll give them a call about the warranty. I like the overall case design just disappointed in the flaws I've had with it so far. Thanks for the heads up.
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I'm in the same boat, my rugged has had the corners break off both on my case and my wife's.
I don't think I want to pay for the shipping to replace it through warranty though...I think I may just wait for TridentCase to make a Kraken case for the Evo.
Well, just got the seidio rugged case today and i'm really not impressed. Basically a larger version of the active limited edition. The plastic skeleton seems better quality though. Cheap port covers. My suggestions to seidio: take the rugged and shrink it to fit without the surface. Then make the belt clip so the phone can be inserted face in AND face out and reconfigure the top latch to be smaller/smoother.
Long story short, I switched back to my active limited while I wait for the trident cyclops and the otterbox commuter cases that I ordered to arrive.
Ps: I noticed that the exoskelleton from the rugged fits PERFECTLY over the one from the active limited.
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Nothing beats OtterBox cases NOTHING!!
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Nothing beats OtterBox cases NOTHING!!
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Except apparently themselves. Late to the market, they've lost a ton of sales.
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My suggestions to seidio: take the rugged and shrink it to fit without the surface.
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I don't think I understand. It seems like you are telling them to make the Active, they already do that.
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Looks like you have the innocase active limited edition, available only through amazon. I have the same and the plastic skeleton doesn't fit 100% perfectly, but it's not bad. I too had some clips (top and bottom right) break off, but mine gets banged up a lot while i'm at work so I wasn't too surprised.
The regular innocase active looks like the skeleton has been enlarged to prevent the clips from breaking.
I just ordered an otterbox commuter case and a seidio innocase rugged combo.
Personally, I like having the combo of a hard shell with the soft cushion of the silicone.
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No problems with my innocase active I got from eBay, I've seen a lot of people complaining about the limited edition one Amazon sells, very happy with mine though, and ebay had it cheaper than seidio's website. The otterbox isn't bad but only comes in one color I think.
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No problems with my innocase active I got from eBay, I've seen a lot of people complaining about the limited edition one Amazon sells, very happy with mine though, and ebay had it cheaper than seidio's website. The otterbox isn't bad but only comes in one color I think.
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Hate to be a bother, but anyway you or anyone can post pictures of their Active case? I'm on the fence about buying one, and if I do it'll be the Active case with holster combo.
Seidio says the camera does not touch any flat surface with the case, and it actually looks as if it doesn't add TOO much bulk to the phone like some others, and a couple of the Otterbox's I was looking at fall into that category.
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Hate to be a bother, but anyway you or anyone can post pictures of their Active case? I'm on the fence about buying one, and if I do it'll be the Active case with holster combo.
Seidio says the camera does not touch any flat surface with the case, and it actually looks as if it doesn't add TOO much bulk to the phone like some others, and a couple of the Otterbox's I was looking at fall into that category.
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The camera does not touch on a flat surface.
The case adds very little bulk, but it will sure seem like it does when you hold the evo naked after using it a while. Same for any case of this type.
I have the regular active (not the LE with smaller outer shell) and the rubbery outer coating has worn off in the corners like in the pics of the LE that were posted. I'm sure this is due to my using it in a snug leather case, and is confined to the corners. No big deal to me. You can only tell if you look closely.
As far as fit goes, it is snug and well designed. Button use is as good as naked. Only complaint is dust builds up slowly on the left side where the outer shell fits into the soft inner layer. I take it apart and rinse the soft layer off every couple weeks.
My phone has taken several 3ft drops (off desk, out of shirt pocket while tying shoe lace) and is completely unharmed.
Is it the best case in the world? Maybe not, but it is comfortable to hold and protects the phone very well.
If this one were to break, I may try the otterbox but I'm not parting with it any time soon.
The pictures on Seidio's web site are better than what I could send you.
JAson
JArcher84 said:
Nothing beats OtterBox cases NOTHING!!
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fanboy much?
I have the New Blue/Black Active Case and i LOVE it it fits perfectly its easy to take off if you need to swap batteries or put it in a dock, the new STyle Active is very durable doesn't crack easily.
Ive had mine for months now and the only visable issue with the back is where the Seidio name is its rubbing off from being set down and rubbed against other than that it's great it fits perfectly doesn't shift no gaps nothing.
the pictures they posted for the active in the beginning of this post is from the Active LIMITED it was their trial run before they changed it to the new Style
This is The New Active Case

Ballistic Case !

http://www.goballisticcase.com/products/samsung-galaxy-nexus-ballistic-shell-gel-sg-series-case
It's there!
Looks mean, but these prices tags are getting ridiculous for Galaxy Nexus accessories.
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Looks mean, but these prices tags are getting ridiculous for Galaxy Nexus accessories.
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Gotta agree. And the names for materials used get more and more ridiculous too.
"Ballistic shock absorbent polymer" you mean..silicones?
Thanks for sharing though
I love this case for the nexus s. I want to buy a pair of them for both me and the wife. I have the extended battery GSM and hers is the normal GSM. I'm sure they made it specifically for the Verizon model but I'd like to see a review testing it on the various models. You would think it would work on the extended Verizon model. If so, it should fit. Just don't want to plunk down money on two cases and have it not fit.
By the way, these cases are awesome for the nexus s. My wife is very hard on her phones, and this thing delivers on protection. Its not waterproof but other than that its great!
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I like the way these cases look until I start using them on the phone. Good protection but just like the otterbox and toughcase I had they just add too much bulk. So I always wind up going back to my rearth ringke slim. But if you think these cases are too expensive, imagine the alternative when the case may have saved your phone? Just sayin...
I ordered it today as I personally like to have a few cases. I currently have the otterbox commuter as the daily case, but would like to have this ballastic case as a "heavy duty" case for outdoor activities and what not. From what I hear from nexus s and iphone users, these cases are life savers. Through I must admit Ballistic polymer sounds like a fancy name for abs plastic... marketing gimmick 101...LOL
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I like the way these cases look until I start using them on the phone. Good protection but just like the otterbox and toughcase I had they just add too much bulk.
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I kind of like the extra bulk of the thick cases. The phone by itself almost feels too thin and too slippery in the hand without a case.
I'm currently using the Incipio case on my GSM Gnex and it feels just right.
134$ for shipping to denmark Are they fu****g crazy
OK... received my case today. I got it for about 20 bucks from amazon. Its the genuine item. The case is similar to the one for the nexus s.
I emailed ballistic about the fit of the case since I have a GSM with extended battery. They told me that it won't fit either GSM or Verizon with the extended battery. I mainly got it for my wife who doesn't have the extended battery but wanted to check the fit on mine.
It fits! It fits just fine on GSM extended models. Fit and finish is nice like all ballistic cases but this one smelled like a dirty suitcase. Im sure the smell will go away but I don't remember my nexus s case smelling like that.
The case feels good in the hand but does add a lot of bulk so not a thin option. Great drop protection though.
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Jayrod1980 said:
It fits! It fits just fine on GSM extended models.
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Are you saying that it might not fit GSM models with out the extended battery?
Can you please make a video review? :-D
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I got my Ballastic case today and I am pleased to say it fit my GSM just fine...no issues. And mine has no odor or smell whatsoever. Overall, the design reminds me a LOT of the OB commuter case, except for the trade mark bulky edges on the ballastic. The overall silicone is thinner than I had expected, but the case looks great for a thicker case IMO. The button cut outs are right on the money, unlike my commuter. There are no dust covers for the ports, so perhaps the commuter has the edge in terms of dust protection, but some people find those silicone flaps annoying to open, so it depends on the person.
Why is this case not getting more play? Its the best tough case out there for this phone and its 30 bucks on Amazon. Go go go
I'll take some pics tomorrow. No videos though
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Thats one ugly m0th*rf**ker, if you think you need that to protect your phone, leave it at home, you'll never get a scratch. 34$ for a good looking case, complementing the looks of the phone no problem, paying 34$ for a cheap silicone case: priceless.
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Why is this case not getting more play?
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reason listed above
Well beauty is in the eye of the beholder. I currently use the sgp Neo hybrid and it does look nice, but some people need more protection than that. If you think the commuter, defender, or kraken cases look good either then you're crazy. They are what they are to protect the function of the phone. Btw, the ballistic is not just cheap silicone. The base part is silicone, then poly carbonate shell, and a rubberized coating on the shell. Also, those bumpers do an awesome job absorbing impact.
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I took the pics with my galaxy nexus. Case looks better in person and the color blends better than shown with the flash on. I had a ballistic for my wife's nexus s and this one is slimmer and even better than that one.
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Extremely cheap on eBay. $16.49 shipped.
I have one on my Titan 2 and it fits great and is very tough.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-Balli...ccessories&hash=item2ebcc036e2#ht_2883wt_1163
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That a barracks room!
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S3 Otterbox Commuter Case Review

This is my review of the Otterbox commuter for the S3
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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
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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
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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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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 ?
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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
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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
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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:
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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
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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.
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Should I get OtterBox Commuter?

So I'm just curious that if I should pay 45bucks for OtterBox... I do want a great protection. But I don't want a huge bulk... I am willing to pay 45bucks if that's must. I need your guys opinion!
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First off amazon sells it for like ~$23. Secondly, it is a lint MAGNET, I got so fed up with it collecting dust/lint that I couldn't take it anymore and returned it. Get a CruzerLite Androidified case, it fits the normal extended batteries, looks sleek, and will give you protection.
ragnarok12 said:
First off amazon sells it for like ~$23. Secondly, it is a lint MAGNET, I got so fed up with it collecting dust/lint that I couldn't take it anymore and returned it. Get a CruzerLite Androidified case, it fits the normal extended batteries, looks sleek, and will give you protection.
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Will it be as protective as OtterBox or is it in durable side?
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ragnarok12 said:
First off amazon sells it for like ~$23. Secondly, it is a lint MAGNET, I got so fed up with it collecting dust/lint that I couldn't take it anymore and returned it. Get a CruzerLite Androidified case, it fits the normal extended batteries, looks sleek, and will give you protection.
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I have a commuter and it doesn't attract that much lint.. plus there are only the 4 couriers showing of the gelcase, the rest is the hard plastic.
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I have a commuter and it doesn't attract that much lint.. plus there are only the 4 couriers showing of the gelcase, the rest is the hard plastic.
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Um... So do you recommend this?
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While I didn't purchase one for my GN, I did have one on my previous phone. Nice case, but the silicone on the edges wear out a bit after a while and gets kind of loose. My biggest problem with commuters is the slippery plastic. For me, the feel of a case is right up there in priorities. The Seidio surface case has a nice soft touch covering on it and it protects the edges and provides a nice lip around the screen so it doesn't touch when you set it down on that side.
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While I didn't purchase one for my GN, I did have one on my previous phone. Nice case, but the silicone on the edges wear out a bit after a while and gets kind of loose. My biggest problem with commuters is the slippery plastic. For me, the feel of a case is right up there in priorities. The Seidio surface case has a nice soft touch covering on it and it protects the edges and provides a nice lip around the screen so it doesn't touch when you set it down on that side.
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Hm... I was looking at seidio active case... It's 20bucks right now...
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Get trident kraken it can either be used as soft case or as a hard case and has some options and colors ,screen protector included .
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I haven't had any complaints or problems with my commuter case and it's saved my phone several times.
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I purchased the Defender and love it...amazon has it cheap as well
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006JO232E/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00
Very happy with the Commuter. I had one for my the Hero before i got this phone too and i couldn't recommend them enough.
I personally like that it has a "slippery" hard cover on the back so its easier to slip in and out of pockets. The front side still has the rubberized feel, if you need to put it somewhere that it won't slip. I do this while driving and just place it face down.
I have to say the version for the GN seems more solid and a tighter fit than what I used on the Hero. Only minor complaint is that the screen protector that comes with it doesn't cover the entire screen. Its still decent, though.
I'm thinking about trying a zagg screen protector, but i've read that people say it won't stay on when applied to phones with a case.
edit: got mine at thecellguru.com....seems to be the best deal going.
I use the OB Commuter on both mine and my fiances Gnexus.
I'm overly careful with my electronics so it's worked great,. She's hard as hell on them since she hates smartphones, would rather have a old flip phone, and just drops it, leaves it on the kitchen counter while she bakes, all sorts of stuff and her's doesn't have a scratch.
Love Otterbox and definitely buy thru Amazon. Save your money
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First off amazon sells it for like ~$23. Secondly, it is a lint MAGNET, I got so fed up with it collecting dust/lint that I couldn't take it anymore and returned it. Get a CruzerLite Androidified case, it fits the normal extended batteries, looks sleek, and will give you protection.
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I have the otterbox defender for my galaxy 1 and it was a dirt and dust/lint magnet and it always made my screen dirty! but I gotta say it saved my phone many times and that's what it was made for!
Any one using the commuter with a GSM gnex + samsung original extended battery ?
I really like the case but it definitely adds a bit of bulk. Look at the difference between these two phones.
Great case tho. I really like it.
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Buy through Amazon is my advice.
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i have a commuter but Im using a mercury tpu case, it doesn't attract lint like the rubber on the commuter does, it got annoying so i had to change cases.
Hm... Now I'm thinking of buying incipio double silicon case. That is cheaper and people left a great review for that
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Hm... Now I'm thinking of buying incipio double silicon case. That is cheaper and people left a great review for that
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It doesn't cover the ports at the bottom with something similar to the commuter. That's the only reason I didn't get that case
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OK I was gonna buy incipio but commuter was on sale for 25bucks! Got the last one
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Dual-layer cases: Help me choose

Trying to decide between the following dual layer cases (gel case inside hard shell):
Incipio SA-302 Silicrylic Hard Shell Case with Silicone Core for Samsung Galaxy S III:
http://www.amazon.com/Incipio-SA-30...amsung/dp/B0085VAP38/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top
OR
Acase Samsung Galaxy S3 Case - Superleggera PRO Dual Layer Protection
http://www.amazon.com/Acase-Samsung...TF8&colid=33C4MLEZBFXGX&coliid=I1UD19IUIONB25
They are very similar. Does anyone have experience with either of these? I have small hands, so I don't want to drop my brand new GSIII and break it!
Grab an otterbox commuter. It's protect your phone well and protect your phone from dust too as it has the cover caps. It's only add a little bit bulk..^^
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lvoonjian8888 said:
Grab an otterbox commuter. It's protect your phone well and protect your phone from dust too as it has the cover caps. It's only add a little bit bulk..^^
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I've read where the Otterbox makes it difficult to press buttons.
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I've read where the Otterbox makes it difficult to press buttons.
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It gets better with time.
I have the Incipio in the Verizon blue. It's fine, but I'll be ordering the OB Defender. Every time I'm on a crowded sidewalk or the train platform, all I think about is someone walking into me causing my phone to drop onto concrete... Chills. Lol
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Ordered me an otterbox commuter , Sgp neo hybrid , and Sgp ultra crystal . What is the best screen protector guys ? I been thinking trying to research it but it's confusing . I wanted one to cover the full screen but bought thru phone already so I just got the Sgp ultra clear for now
I currently have a Zagg HD on mine, so far so good. Smooth like glass, unlike their "standard" one which has a plastic feel. Either will work. Have not tried the screen part since I have the Zagg, but I picked up the ArmorShield (supposed to be Zagg eqiv.) and the shield for the rest of the phone is good. Got a good deal on an otterbox so thats going on as well when I get it.
I'm in the same boat as the OP
So many cases around still not sure which one
Here's a few other options as well
Interested in hearing what others have to say
Seidio Active
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Apparently only adds 2.2mm to each side so 4.4mm overall which isn't too bad IMO
I've read that this case is easy to put on and take off
You can get it with a holster and/or stand as well
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-active-case-black-p/csk3ssgs3-bk.htm
Case-Mate Tough
http://www.case-mate.com/Samsung-Galaxy-S-III-Cases/Case-Mate-Samsung-Galaxy-S3-Tough-Cases.asp
Commuter case power button getting better after few weeks of using. It's work perfectly with my Spigen Curved Crystal sp...^^
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TieNN89 said:
I'm in the same boat as the OP
So many cases around still not sure which one
Here's a few other options as well
Interested in hearing what others have to say
Seidio Active
Apparently only adds 2.2mm to each side so 4.4mm overall which isn't too bad IMO
I've read that this case is easy to put on and take off
You can get it with a holster and/or stand as well
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-active-case-black-p/csk3ssgs3-bk.htm
Case-Mate Tough
http://www.case-mate.com/Samsung-Galaxy-S-III-Cases/Case-Mate-Samsung-Galaxy-S3-Tough-Cases.asp
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Bro, for seidio active case, the soft silicone part will get loose after few week of using especially the top & bottom part. For case-mate tough, my brother using casemate tough case, drop once from 3 feet high, the hard shell break. :crying:
Conclusion, grab a Commuter or Ballistic SG and you can't go wrong with both of these premium case. :good:
I have casemate and OB. Both are great. Just switched back to OB today...its better than the casemate. Close but I will stick.with the OB.
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I have the Acase. Originally, I was going to get the speck dual layer case, but I looked at the review from the acase at amazon and it seems better. I also looked at the retail price and its "retail value" seems more, so that's one reason why I got it. So far, great case. Protects both back and side, and front when placing down on a flat table. One time, I accidentally bumped the cellphone on a side of the table and it grazed the case, but no damage to the phone. Glad I have acase on.
From what I saw, the Incipio is pretty similar, so it wouldn't hurt if you get that or the Acase. Just know that the price point is about the same on Amazon, but the retail value is different; The acase is about 40 and the incipio is about 30. I usually choose the higher price, believing that it is the better quality. But that is my bias.
The otterbox commuter or defender are great cases. I have no problems with the defender buttons, the commuter got better after about a week but I wanted the holster the defender came with. I did however take off the screen protector the defender came with. I also tried the Acase like you show above and it is ok but no where near as protective as the otterbox. Oh and the Otterbox Defender is on Amazon for about 29.00.
Trident Kraken has yet to fail me in terms of protection. I drop and toss my phone to demonstrate it for people everyday. Plus they have quite a few different color options.
Only thing that has failed was the belt clip broke. But contacted customer service and I had a new one in 4 days.
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Go with the Acase. You can't beat the price and the case is great! Nothing against the other cases, but this case is just as good if not better. Hell, you could get two for the price of some of the other ones. Here's my review when I first made purchased it:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1764709
It's still my all around favorite case. You really can't go wrong with this case.
Currently not being productive on my S3.
UAG case for me, I don't have a screen protector but I did have a zagg hd and it was just terrible (actually went through two if them with the same issues). I will be getting a specter glass protector and I'm hoping it will be compatible with my case
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I'm selling a used incipio sylicrillic. PM me with offers. Its the grey/white one.
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I will be doing a review for Cruzerlite's new protection case soon. I will post links.
It competes with the otterbox.
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Hated my Otterbox Commuter... didn't look good whatsoever, and the button mashing problem was enough to make me return it after two days of use (I know it "gets better" after use, but when you pay any amount of money, it should work out of the box).
Went to the Speck Candyshell and I love it (its dual layer as well).
The kraken falls apart when dropped.
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The kraken falls apart when dropped.
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By design. Impact hits and the outer hard shell breaks apart to absorb most of the impact. Then the case can tumble on the ground with the polycarbonate case with very light impact.
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