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What's your favorite lte compatible case? Pics please

Sorry for the double threads but I figured this will be better to get opinions. Can everyone say their favorite case for the lte version gnex? Pictures would be great. Also is it a dust magnet? My last case actually scratched my phone a lot by drawing dust into the case.
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True. Its never seemed to work for me though like the posts never really jump in the direction I want. Sorry if this bothers some people I just need to find a new case in >3 days.
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No one likes cases?
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Gahh Its Lee said:
No one likes cases?
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my favourite is .....
this is called case mate creature case. this is pure silicon(high quality..not like your usual cheap eBay silicon cases)...lil bit of dirt magnet....the best part is the design engraved on the back of the cover...protects the phone very well...no scratches whatsoever...
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afma_afma said:
my favourite is .....
this is called case mate creature case. this is pure silicon(high quality..not like your usual cheap eBay silicon cases)...lil bit of dirt magnet....the best part is the design engraved on the back of the cover...protects the phone very well...no scratches whatsoever...
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That actually looks nice I just saw case mates ones like a half hour ago
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This: http://www.tridenteer.com/products/...alaxy-Nexus-With-Holster-Bundle--(Black).html

idefiler6 said:
This: http://www.tridenteer.com/products/...alaxy-Nexus-With-Holster-Bundle--(Black).html
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That's a great work case I'd imagine. I can't seem to find a nice small case
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Unfortunately it seems that the case makers jumped on the gsm version and assumed the lte version would be close enough.
Even with its problems, the ultra hybrid is still my favorite. It's pulled away a touch at the top and the back does get a little loose when hot, but it's not really that bad. I like how it doesn't have cutouts for the buttons, which I like. It feels the least like a case of any I've seen.
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T-Keith said:
Unfortunately it seems that the case makers jumped on the gsm version and assumed the lte version would be close enough.
Even with its problems, the ultra hybrid is still my favorite. It's pulled away a touch at the top and the back does get a little loose when hot, but it's not really that bad. I like how it doesn't have cutouts for the buttons, which I like. It feels the least like a case of any I've seen.
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Would you mind posting pictures of the case? I wanna see just how bad the sides are and can't find a single picture
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Gahh Its Lee said:
Would you mind posting pictures of the case? I wanna see just how bad the sides are and can't find a single picture
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Please? Lol
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Come on someone has to be able to show an lte one in the ultra hybrid.
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Was about to buy the ultra capsule. It seems bigger than I thought. Seems about the size of my active. The search continues.
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Painted white Verizon GN!

Here is my attempt at painting my galaxy nexus. I did 4 coats of vinyl & fabric paint from auto zone. I used 400 sandpaper on both the battery cover and frame. This is in no way perfect, it was my first time and I plan on redoing it again. With a clear coat.
I learned: MASKING IS KEY!
and for my results:

I will re paint it when it starts fading or I get chips. I will most likely keep the back cover white and do the frame red and buttons white or black. But for not its fine. If anyone has any question I will do my best to help =]
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Very nice
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If i send u a case and back how much will u charge me to do it white?
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Pretty cool! Nice result too!

you could sell your Galaxy Nexus as a rare white one on eBay and get a good amount of money for it lol.
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RegKilla said:
you could sell your Galaxy Nexus as a rare white one on eBay and get a good amount of money for it lol.
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Lol I don't play like that. I don't like eBay anyways, for phones at least.
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Very nice I would love a white Gnex
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It looks terrible

i'm usually not a fan of white phones, but crikey, that is beautifully done. excellent work.

Nicely Done.

Looks pretty good. I did mine metallic blue like a few people did on here. I only did one coat for starters because I wanted to see how long one coat would last with a layer of lacquer before it started to chip a bit, only took three weeks and now I have two nicks. Gonna pick up some bright blue rustoleum at Advance Auto today and probably repaint on friday with two or three coats. That last picture does make the battery cover seem buldgy though, is it actually like that or just a bad angle?

You need to use a softer sandpaper,and when you spray primer (if you sprayed it)brush it with a soft 1000 sandpaper under water,and use much much less paint. Car painter here
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there is a TON of orange peel. but good try. more wet sanding!

tsekh501 said:
It looks terrible
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Thanks, lol there was no detailed guide. At least that I could find. And it doesn't look that bad in person up until half arms length
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there is a TON of orange peel. but good try. more wet sanding!
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No orange peel lol.
Ya I'll do 800-1000 grit with a layer of primer, then 2 coats of red and then 1 clear next time
D3HuM4NiZ3D said:
You need to use a softer sandpaper,and when you spray primer (if you sprayed it)brush it with a soft 1000 sandpaper under water,and use much much less paint. Car painter here
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Thanks but there are still some parts on the case I can't remove and I dont think it would work well if I dip it under water lol so I'll just dip the sandpaper in water
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Looks almost like white GSM variant I personally love the look of white border around black glass/screen when looking at front of this device
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Not bad @ all..
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k_myk said:
Looks almost like white GSM variant I personally love the look of white border around black glass/screen when looking at front of this device
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So sad that Verizon never came out with white. I know what your saying it looks sexy even if its not perfect.
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Here in Singapore white is the default colour I believe, I can post up pictures of my factory white gnex if anyone is interested for reference.
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That's something great
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Review stickerboy skins

I just got some photos from stickerboy of the new skins for the nexus 7 2013 I will be uploading a full review when I recive the skins. I wanted to share what they send me so here are a few photos.
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I like how the corners are covered. However, I've been using dbrand for my nexus 4 and it's the best by far. They are working one for the nexus 7 as well.
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vietn95 said:
I like how the corners are covered. However, I've been using dbrand for my nexus 4 and it's the best by far. They are working one for the nexus 7 as well.
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Indeed, waiting to hear some more info on these dbrand skins before checking out others. Loved my N4 skins
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mmegalodon said:
Indeed, waiting to hear some more info on these dbrand skins before checking out others. Loved my N4 skins
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They actually have two pics up on their fb .
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Guess I need an account to view..
Sorry to detract; interested in hearing your thoughts, OP. :thumbup:
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That looks sick. I agree about the corners looking awesome
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I have received the Extreme Fit Skin inTiger Stripe Teak Wood.
The skin comes with one front skin and one back skin.
The instal of the front skin is very easy. The back skin will take a little time to get perfect. If you use a hair dryer on the corners they will lay down easer. I love the texture that the skin has it looks and feels like real wood. I use a QI charger on my nexus and this skin does not interfere with it or the use of NFC tags. I like the overall look and feel of the skin and it is a good way to protect you Nexus from scratching. I will update this thread in a few days and let everyone know how the corners are doing and if I have any pealing. I don,t think there will be a problem with the corners pealing. I have used other skins from Sticker-boy without any problems. Sticker-boy gave me a discount code to share with everyone you will receive 5% off your order with the code ( rt ) .

Those look VERY nice, quite a bit nicer than the dBrand skins. I'm sure they're a bit of a bigger pain to apply, but with a heat gun and a little patience I'm sure it wouldn't be any trouble.

Amazing!! holy moly
Those corners, edges and cuts around the buttons are to the tee. Definitely picking one up. Ive seen other brands and their corners and edges are yukkky, looks like they were cut with scissors. GREAT REVIEW!

I ordered the green a few days ago. Really like the looks of these with the full extreme coverage.

Knolly said:
Those look VERY nice, quite a bit nicer than the dBrand skins. I'm sure they're a bit of a bigger pain to apply, but with a heat gun and a little patience I'm sure it wouldn't be any trouble.
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I heard the bots are going on strike and they had their batteries taken out. :laugh:

I have had the skin installed for 3 days and the corners are sticking down without any pealing. I will continue to update you on the corners.
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How's it been after a week?
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How's it been after a week?
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The skin is great there is no sign of the corners peeling. The wood texture is fantastic everyone I show the skin to can't believe it is not real wood. I would recommend this skin to everyone that us wanting some good scratch protection.
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speck cases!!!!! they are here !!!

just got bored surfing the web and thought i would see if speck made nexus 5 cases yet. and i guess i lucked out !!!!
http://www.speckproducts.com/google...ses-and-covers/candyshell-for-lg-nexus-5.html
downfall is they are 35 bucks. i was hoping for $25. well if anyone gets one post up what you think of it. i want to know if these have any issues with the power button not having any click feel to it and or easy to press by accident

expensive !!
they are over priced ..
thats my opinion .

Finally! Now speck and tech21 have released cases and imo, they are the best brands out there!
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Thats some ugly case.
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they look nice, but those colors are horrendous, except for the blue and white one. would love to know why they are priced that way when it seems they are made out of the same material as any other dual layered case.
if they ever go on sale ill pick one up.

TheAtheistOtaku said:
they look nice, but those colors are horrendous, except for the blue and white one. would love to know why they are priced that way when it seems they are made out of the same material as any other dual layered case.
if they ever go on sale ill pick one up.
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Speck always over charges for their cases. They cater to the rich stupid iPhone people. And I agree the case colors they choose suck. I wanted a plain black one.

I do like the white and blue one but not for 35 bucks

Those color options are terrible.

Here are 3 alternatives and your welcome:
http://www.amazon.com/Acase-Superle...89722096&sr=8-18&keywords=nexus+5+hybrid+case
http://www.amazon.com/GreatShield-L...89722096&sr=8-23&keywords=nexus+5+hybrid+case
http://www.ebay.com/itm/201006219724?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649

looney2388 said:
Here are 3 alternatives and your welcome
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Why should we thank you?
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Chick cases for the loss ....NEXT!!
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i think i'll get one of the white/blue ones. looks cool to me.

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i think i'll get one of the white/blue ones. looks cool to me.
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I just ordered the white and blue one. Ill post pics when i get it

Why couldn't they have used more standard colors..
The white/blue one looks Okay...
Why they couldn't make a complete black case is beyond me.
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JD2589 said:
Why couldn't they have used more standard colors..
The white/blue one looks Okay...
Why they couldn't make a complete black case is beyond me.
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Yea thats what i was thinkin. Got the blue and white cause thats the best looking one

This case is great for side and corner impacts, but the small lip hinders its face flat resistance.
My friend has this case on his sgs3, and I saw his phone drop onto our tile office floor and crack the screen, while in the case!
The floor did have a slightly raised edge, due to it being tile, but nothing a good case shouldn't have protected against.
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I ordered this case and it should be here tomorrow. Sounds like it may continue using my Ballistic Aspira case if this one doesn't offer much protection.
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^ sorry if my post seemed discouraging. I can only speak for the experiences I've seen with this case in an s3, which is 2 years old.
If the lip is a decent height, things should be fine if it falls facewards. Back and sides should be fine because of the thick plastic/rubber the case is made from. Let us k know how it fists!
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_jordan_ said:
Let us k know how it fists!
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Fits the entire fist
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_jordan_ said:
^ sorry if my post seemed discouraging.
the lip is fine. Back and sides should be thick rubber. Let us know how it fists!
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Sounds a little kinky if you ask me.

Update added Dbrand Skin....Stripped my Black Official Bumper Case

I bought a black official Google bumper case but it started peeling almost right away. I wasn't able to RMA it because I wasn't the original owner. So rather than have a case that was degrading over time I decided to strip it right down. Here are the results. I might still order a skin for the back not sure yet. As you can see it's glossy and still has the Nexus logo. If your wondering I used just my fingernail to scrap it as I didn't want to damage it with a razor blade or any chemical. Added Dbrand Skin see pic on second page.
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Looks quite nice that

EddyOS said:
Looks quite nice that
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I agree! But if you want to slap something like a dbrand on it, I totally can see that working as well.

it looks much better after your modification
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Whoa. Good to know for when my case starts looking like crap.

saw your first pic and I thought... WTF.
saw your second pic and thought... FUK YEAH! :highfive:
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I bought a black official Google bumper case but it started peeling almost right away. I wasn't able to RMA it because I wasn't the original owner. So rather than have a case that was degrading over time I decided to strip it right down. Here are the results. I might still order a skin for the back not sure yet. As you can see it's glossy and still has the Nexus logo. If your wondering I used just my fingernail to scrap it as I didn't want to damage it with a razor blade or any chemical.
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kpjimmy said:
I agree! But if you want to slap something like a dbrand on it, I totally can see that working as well.
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That's exactly what I was thinking. Just can't decide which one.
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Just wondering.. How long did it take to scrape it completely off with your fingernail? I like the look and may do this as well.
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Haha, nice. Looks better defective!

looks awful and too shiny.

I like the black case better with the coating remove from the back. Took me most of the day scratch that $h:t off the back
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Update added a dbrand skin.
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vanisleryan said:
Update added a dbrand skin.
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That looks awesome

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That looks awesome
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Thanks I might get a skin for the front too. Not sure. I kinda prefer having the skin on the case though since I get a similar effect but my camera is recessed. The one thing I don't get about the Nexus 5 design is having the camera stick out.
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