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Rock sleeve

Just received my Rock sleeve. I call it a sleeve because I think a case encloses the phone on all sides. This does not.
* Really thin. Adds minimum bulk to the phone.
* Slips on easily And more importantly, it slides off just as easy.
* The texture isn't as grippy as I thought it would be but it has a good feel.
* All cutouts are perfect. Still gives easy access to volume rocker and power button.
I got it on ebay from a Chinese distributor. I ordered from overseas because at the time there were no US distributors and I wanted my sleeve here when I got my phone.
I know there are probably places to order in the US now but here's the link to where I got mine.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270984155525&ssPageName=ADME:L:OC:US:3160

This Rock Cases are hard or flexible?

agafed said:
This Rock Cases are hard or flexible?
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They're hard.

Docavelli said:
They're hard.
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Thanks... Seems nice, but I like flexible cases.

Best case hands down got one on right now
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Is there enough "lip" on the edge of the phone, so if you place the phone screen down, that the screen is not touching the table, etc?
Thanks!

thenikeman said:
Is there enough "lip" on the edge of the phone, so if you place the phone screen down, that the screen is not touching the table, etc?
Thanks!
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Yep.
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Docavelli said:
Yep.
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My concern is for the areas that aren't covered. Have you had any drops on pavement or asphalt. That's my biggest concern because they can say whatever they want about gorilla glass 2 but it still shatters. This is the only thing stopping me from getting this kind of "sleeve."

I love mine very sleek and luxurious feeling. Looks great on white as well.
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Surprise nobody is mentioning this case here. The Euro forums were all over this.
NO THIS IS NOT A SLEEVE....
The texture spongy feel is great for gripping. Is like some kind of graphite.
It comes in black/gray/purple. I got the black one.
I will post the pictures some guy took on the euro forums.
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Those are from the Europe forums.

immunityx said:
Best case hands down got one on right now
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until you drop your phone and it hits the top or bottom edge = crack screen

Docavelli said:
Just received my Rock sleeve. I call it a sleeve because I think a case encloses the phone on all sides. This does not.
* Really thin. Adds minimum bulk to the phone.
* Slips on easily And more importantly, it slides off just as easy.
* The texture isn't as grippy as I thought it would be but it has a good feel.
* All cutouts are perfect. Still gives easy access to volume rocker and power button.
I got it on ebay from a Chinese distributor. I ordered from overseas because at the time there were no US distributors and I wanted my sleeve here when I got my phone.
I know there are probably places to order in the US now but here's the link to where I got mine.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270984155525&ssPageName=ADME:L:OC:US:3160
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How long did it take for you to receive your case?

Amazon have it.
http://www.amazon.com/Rock-Samsung-Quicksand-Composite-Poly-carbonate/dp/B0089E283G

this is a LOW profile case. Its not meant for super durability for the people who say your screen will break when you drop your phone

jxl92182 said:
Surprise nobody is mentioning this case here. The Euro forums were all over this.
NO THIS IS NOT A SLEEVE....
The texture spongy feel is great for gripping. Is like some kind of graphite.
It comes in black/gray/purple. I got the black one.
I will post the pictures some guy took on the euro forums.
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Those are from the Europe forums.
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oh myyyyy, those pictures are sexy! Love the case now that i seen those shots, thanks for the heads up and recommendation!

Advantageous said:
oh myyyyy, those pictures are sexy! Love the case now that i seen those shots, thanks for the heads up and recommendation!
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Agree grabbing one tomorrow thanks guys.
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Is the I9300 the same form factor as the i535 that Verizon is getting? I see some cases say i9300 while some list 9300/i535 both. The rock case seems to be in the former camp.
I ask because there were very minor but significant differences between the Galaxy Nexus versions.
Thanks, yalls.
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djthread said:
Is the I9300 the same form factor as the i535 that Verizon is getting? I see some cases say i9300 while some list 9300/i535 both. The rock case seems to be in the former camp.
I ask because there were very minor but significant differences between the Galaxy Nexus versions.
Thanks, yalls.
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All GSIII's are the same.
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Great to know. Thanks, dpwhitty!
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I like the look of the case but now that some of you have had the case for some time now, what are your final thoughts? Thanks!
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Video Review - Genuine Samsung Galaxy S3 SIII Vent Case - Black

This is my review of the Genuine S3 Vent Case
Youtube Link

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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Transparent back cover?

Hey there, I currently have the white S3 and I'm wondering if anyone knows where to get a transparent back cover to replace the white one that came with it. That would be awesome.

No idea but yeah, it would be awesome XD

bigboxrate said:
If you want a transparent back cover, why not just give up adding a cover, I think cover is made for showing individuality
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Ya'. That would be totally awesome!! That's what I did with mine. The battery falls out 20 times a day, but who cares!?
Jesus. Read the ****ing thread!!
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bigboxrate said:
If you want a transparent back cover, why not just give up adding a cover, I think cover is made for showing individuality
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Ye, maybe we can take screen off too, so we have transparent screen...

Mister_Mxyzptlk said:
Ya'. That would be totally awesome!! That's what I did with mine. The battery falls out 20 times a day, but who cares!?
Jesus. Read the ****ing thread!!
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HE is from Cleveland, English is like a second language there, so give him a break. how is he supposed to know the difference between back cover, and.. whatever he thought the rest of us are talking about?

you can use the samsung ultra slim covers just without the battery door of the phone, works well. tried it right now.

Closest thing I could find.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Hard-Plasti...t=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=&hash=item3a79bb6a85
It isn't completely transparent, though. Just the outside edges.

You guys are hilarious!
Its a shame that there isnt anything like this. It would look so cool!
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zexco said:
You guys are hilarious!
Its a shame that there isnt anything like this. It would look so cool!
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I fully agree.
well, there is the one guy that made silicone molds of his back cover, and then made a real CF one... perhaps he can be perswaded to use his molds to make clear ones from some other material?

I think it would look cool but it would also get severely dirty and/or yellow
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scarrmrcc said:
I fully agree.
well, there is the one guy that made silicone molds of his back cover, and then made a real CF one... perhaps he can be perswaded to use his molds to make clear ones from some other material?
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Really? Link to thread if there is one? I'd definitely be interested in getting in touch with him. I'm sure others would be too.
jnicks510 said:
I think it would look cool but it would also get severely dirty and/or yellow
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Well I already fear that my original white back cover will gain that effect anyway, not too worried about a transparent one doing that.

I have a smoke coloured TPU case that looks pretty good. The picked it up on Amazon for 7$ish
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1. buy this
2. take off stock backplate
3. put this on
the case is ok.. hard plastic will probably get scratched after a while.
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DrKaotica said:
1. buy this
2. take off stock backplate
3. put this on
the case is ok.. hard plastic will probably get scratched after a while.
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bingo!
my friend used this http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_s...words=cruzerlite+s3&sprefix=cruize,mobile,112 for his nexus w/o the back plate and it looks pretty cool because of the color

DrKaotica said:
1. buy this
2. take off stock backplate
3. put this on
the case is ok.. hard plastic will probably get scratched after a while.
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so.. protection AND clearness? perfect for anyone that doesn't want to use an aluminum bumper.
and at that price, who cares if it yellows over time.. buy another.

That is a good idea! Does it fit tightly?
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yeah it works just as well.. those cases use the sides of the phone to hold the phone so.. shouldnt be any difference

zexco said:
That is a good idea! Does it fit tightly?
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worst case scenario: ad a LITTLE heat (like a tiny bit at a time) just to soften a tiny bit, and then push it closer to the battery. not too much, so you don't melt anything.

here my, it's a Box Wave case with no back cover. i don't use it much cause the power button is to stiff and the side grip feel like sh*t

I remember back in the day, those clear candy bar shape phones with the flashing lights inside was all the rage lol .. these phones just dont look as cool inside lol

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
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00HDEB2HG/ref=pd_aw_sbs_1/186-9379309-3412414?pi=SL500_SS115
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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.

Fynw said:
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?