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Extended Batter Case.. anyone have these Seido Cases yet?

http://www.seidioonline.com/product-p/csr3htmec-rd.htm
http://www.seidioonline.com/product-p/bd2-hk4htmec.htm
here is what I was thinking...
If you could cut out a hole in the Innocase 2 Surface, then another hole for the Rugged " skin... would the Rugged "Skeleton? fit?

On the first one you'll have to cut off the locking mechanism to the case. You wont be able to securely snap it on. Assuming the locking mec is in the middle of the two pieces. The second one will require you to cut off everything above the kickstand so the bottom half will not have be attached to the two top corner. I'll just fall off.

I do not see why you would have to cut the sides at all, the beck extends out, not the sides.

I considered doing this with my Incredible but never pulled the trigger. I thought it might be possible. I didn't have the extended battery to try it out.

Morkai Almandragon said:
I do not see why you would have to cut the sides at all, the beck extends out, not the sides.
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Agreed.
Are you sure you have to do cutting?

No doubt seidio will come along with their case that fits their 3500mAh battery. Honestly I don't want an even larger battery adding bulk, the 2750mAh is fine.
I did contact HTCPeida shop and they replied back that they are working on a case for the ThunderBolt with extended battery. Of course they did say "it will take some time, but check back often". In the word of offshore manufacturing and low costs in china how hard can it be to get a TPU case with an opening in the back. Not that hard or so it seems it is.
Here is the seidio Evo 4G case http://www.seidioonline.com/product-p/bd4-hkr5hev4x.htm

I bought the seido case that comes with all the piecesi linked (three total). It fits decently without the first layer, the camera flap has tobe removed or flipped under the rubber layer, and the kick stand is a bit difficult to use.

I emailed Seidio about their 3500mAh battery and of cases that would fit it. All I got was the typical reply, we do plan on offering it, but we do not have an eta at this time.

RaptorMD said:
I emailed Seidio about their 3500mAh battery and of cases that would fit it. All I got was the typical reply, we do plan on offering it, but we do not have an eta at this time.
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I would not buy the Seidio Battery. They get very bad reviews and I have sent two back.
You are better off with the original HTC Extended battery.

I had a post about this...
But I do hope Seidio does make this for the TB:
http://www.seidioonline.com/product-p/bd5-hkr5hev4x.htm
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In time there will be plenty of cases available for the patented battery.
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HarlyFan said:
In time there will be plenty of cases available for the patented battery.
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Well it's been only 2 weeks since the phone came out lol Just hate having to wait.

RaptorMD said:
Here is the seidio Evo 4G case
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Will this fit on our phones? If so, Ill order that rather than trusting my hopefully steady handed cousin to do some dremel cutting. lol.

No. Look at the design of the extended cover, theirs is full and not just a little bump

I posted this else where but I figured it was relevant info to share here.
So, Ive been buggin the crap out of Seido with requests for them to make an extended case. Ive emailed them, dropped in on their thread here, and posted on their facebook. Today they responded to my FB post with this.
"Seidio commented on their Wall post.
Seidio wrote: "Hey, we're developing a rugged case for the thunderbolt. Let me get back to you later this week on extended cases for Surface and Active!""
Received this seconds ago:
"Seidio I got more accurate information for you. We are releasing a SURFACE extended and ACTIVE extended for use with the OEM extended battery for the Thunderbolt. You can sign up to [email protected] and we'll let you know when it releases!"

haha you just liked my comment LOL!

lol. So did Seido...lol

well heres hoping it releases soon because I am kind of concerned about the durability of my thunderbolt. also, my extended battery cover doesn't fit as flush as it would like. I wonder if I got a defective cover? go sharks!

azndan2 said:
well heres hoping it releases soon because I am kind of concerned about the durability of my thunderbolt. also, my extended battery cover doesn't fit as flush as it would like. I wonder if I got a defective cover? go sharks!
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Well, supposedly theres another one also coming out, and if they dont theres always doing the Frankencase.
Im thinking that the first batch of those covers sucked. Ive heard a lot about that but mine fits PERFECT even after I dropped my phone. My screen however cracked and pushes the need for one of these cases.

you cracked the screen? dang... i gotta be careful with mine. i assume your phone is still usable though?

Extended battery cases

Does anyone know of any I have searched and have only found very few so does anyone know of any good extended battery cases?
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seidio's rugged case comes in an extended battery flavor

Vvlioncourtvv said:
Does anyone know of any I have searched and have only found very few so does anyone know of any good extended battery cases?
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I'm having same issue if u bought a Chinese battery and back door off net like I did u can't use the seidio products sucks only thing I found was a silicone case for it by laza. On Amazon

reaper24 said:
I'm having same issue if u bought a Chinese battery and back door off net like I did u can't use the seidio products sucks only thing I found was a silicone case for it by laza. On Amazon
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Thats the only one I found as well. Was hoping to find a TPU one.
There was one custom one floating around which I saw on ebay, but i read that it covers the front camera, and some people had problems pressing the buttons.

leeh41 said:
Thats the only one I found as well. Was hoping to find a TPU one.
There was one custom one floating around which I saw on ebay, but i read that it covers the front camera, and some people had problems pressing the buttons.
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Ya its a pain in the ass to find anything for the aftermarket battery's and doors I ordered a silicone one to help protect my phone just sold my ballistic case sucks cause no holster for the extended batteyr unless u spent 60 on a seidio batt and there gear which is over priced Chinese battery's work just the same if not the same thing my OEM battery from sprint was made in China hope more cases come out so we are not forced to by from one company.

Tpu case on moretalktime.com free shipping. New one coming out with larger openings on April 20±.
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I have a silicon case that I am planning to make two cuts in with a razor which will fit over the extended battery. If only I ever used my extended battery...

The seidio big rugged yada yada yada case works with the chinese extended batteries you just leave the back off your phone. The camera is exposed but its always exposed and the case sits close enough that the battery doesn't fall out.
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P.s. its not really called the yada yada yada I just don't remember its exact name. It comes in four pieces: back, skin, part that snaps over/around skin, and holster. I know thats a lot of technical terms but it gives you the idea.
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004FG30NE
I just bought this yesterday and seemed to be the best price for what you get. The only thing is that they shipped the 80 something cents screen protectors first WTF. I wanted the 80 something dollars worth of cases first. lol Still feel good about this investment.

You can modify the ballistic hc to fit the extended batteries, theres a thread around here somewhere.
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moretalktime.com has a tpu case for extended battery evo.
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leeh41 said:
Thats the only one I found as well. Was hoping to find a TPU one.
There was one custom one floating around which I saw on ebay, but i read that it covers the front camera, and some people had problems pressing the buttons.
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yes that's the moretalktime.com one, version 2 is due out in 2 weeks. he has fixed the camera issue on the first batch using a hole punch.
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I modified the Ballist HC but its a lot of work and you risk damaging it. Also I have the Seidio ext rugged and like it. Its built better than the standard rugged and I don't have a problem using the notifications menu bar like I do with the Ballistic. I don't care for the Seidio holster though. Rick

I modified my ballistic as well but the sanding and grinding was more complicated than I thought so I just cut a hole in the back to fit the battery door and I can use my stock kickstand and it looks good with the silicon/ rubber case on top of it. I prefer the seidio locking clip to the ballistic, it gives me more security when I lock the phone in it, I wish the ballist had this.
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bignibb said:
I modified my ballistic as well but the sanding and grinding was more complicated than I thought so I just cut a hole in the back to fit the battery door and I can use my stock kickstand and it looks good with the silicon/ rubber case on top of it. I prefer the seidio locking clip to the ballistic, it gives me more security when I lock the phone in it, I wish the ballist had this.
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My issue with the seidio holster is if you have a jacket etc. on it gets caught on the top clip of the holster. Hey there's another reason to move to a warm climate, ha-ha
P.S. good idea with cutting through the back, that would allow me to use the 3500 battery instead of the sprint 2600

Seidio Surface for LTE is for sale

http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-nexus-lte-surface-case-black-p/csr3ssgnl-bk.htm
Oddly, it's not a slide-on but rather a snap-on. I think this is a good thing, however, because for both of my previous phones the slide case became loose. This snap-on will probably fare better.

BABABANG said:
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-nexus-lte-surface-case-black-p/csr3ssgnl-bk.htm
Oddly, it's not a slide-on but rather a snap-on. I think this is a good thing, however, because for both of my previous phones the slide case became loose. This snap-on will probably fare better.
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I sent them a message asking whether it would fit a phone with the extended battery, and hoping they'll reply soon.

colors?
Looks like amethyst and black. Any word on any other colors?
thx!

Balthazar B said:
I sent them a message asking whether it would fit a phone with the extended battery, and hoping they'll reply soon.
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And? Did they?

I ordered a black one today. I'm a little skeptical over the snap-on design because of how happy I've been with the Surface on my last 2 phones (Eris and TBolt), which were both the slide-on type. The case options are pretty limited for a phone with this much hype but I'm sure the Surface will deliver as it has in the past.

I just ordered this case with the holster and I have the extended battery so I'll let you know on Thursday whether they are compatable. If not, I'll probably return the battery, as I love Seidio's cases. I used the surface case on my OG Droid for the past two years, and while I had to replace the holster once due to the spring breaking it otherwise did a great job and protected my phone from a drop onto pavement as well as regular wear and tear. It would be nice to know before thursday though if the extended battery will work with the Seidio case. 250mah for a negligible increase in thickness is really great. I think the phone should have shipped with this battery by default.

It's not a slide on because of the curvature and the hump on the back.
Just like the Nexus S, I had the Seidio Surface. It's the same way.
It's two pieces sliced sideways.
One is the rear part, one is the front part.
I personally do not like this version. You can feel it creak and move around as you hold the phone because of how it holds/stay on the phone.

I just bought the rocket fish case from best buy today and I have an extended battery. Fit is tight but it fits, I would strongly recommend this case.
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nxt said:
It's not a slide on because of the curvature and the hump on the back.
Just like the Nexus S, I had the Seidio Surface. It's the same way.
It's two pieces sliced sideways.
One is the rear part, one is the front part.
I personally do not like this version. You can feel it creak and move around as you hold the phone because of how it holds/stay on the phone.
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So do you have this case for the gnex yet or are you referring to the nexus s version that creaks? I had the surface for my Droid incredible and loved it so I am very interested in the version for the gnex. If you have the case would you mind posting pics? Thanks.
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dgwood12 said:
So do you have this case for the gnex yet or are you referring to the nexus s version that creaks? I had the surface for my Droid incredible and loved it so I am very interested in the version for the gnex. If you have the case would you mind posting pics? Thanks.
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I had it on my Nexus S. I will not be buying this for my Galaxy Nexus unfortunately.
The way it goes on is like a sandwich, the phone is the meat, and the bread is the case that goes on top/bottom of the phone and latches on in itself.
This is something what the Seidio Galaxy Nexus is like: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Gal...d-Case-Black-Phone-Cover-Screen-/380395449922
Snaps on front/back.
I'll have to find some other case with a face in holster.
This one is looking good, though it doesn't protect the top/bottom of the phone.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Gal...ase-Holster-Belt-Clip-Kickstand-/350516211396

nxt said:
I had it on my Nexus S. I will not be buying this for my Galaxy Nexus unfortunately.
The way it goes on is like a sandwich, the phone is the meet, and the bread is the case that goes on top/bottom of the phone and latches on in itself.
This is something what the Seidio Galaxy Nexus is like: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Gal...d-Case-Black-Phone-Cover-Screen-/380395449922
Snaps on front/back.
I'll have to find some other case with a face in holster.
This one is looking good, though it doesn't protect the top/bottom of the phone.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Gal...ase-Holster-Belt-Clip-Kickstand-/350516211396
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Gotcha...thanks.
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I purchased mine Thurs night, before I bought my phone and, sporadically,the extended battery on Friday.
Case shipped out Friday..expect to have soon. Will report.

Seidio say no-go on extended battery...
Hi, all..
Just got off the fone with Seidio Customer Support (outstanding CS, BTW). Seidio says no-go on the VZW extended battery w/ Surface case.
The CS agent sounded quite knowledgeable, but I will await reports from you brave souls that have ordered it. The VZW extended battery really doesn't add that much bulk to the back of the device, but tight tolerances make for a better fit....IMHO..
She further stated that she will forward this to the development folks. I assured her that their will be a demand...
Cheers...
Sk..

Has anyone received their case yet? I ordered mine on Friday, got an email saying it shipped via USPS on Monday but USPS says only the electronic billing slip was received.
Edit: Looks like the Black Surface case is on backorder now too...

Is there a lip around the screen from the case? I'd like a close-to-flush feel on the front.
No Go. No Verizon Extended Battery support.
Ringke's Slim model denied me also.

Thinnest case for extended battery Nexus ?

Just bought the extended battery at Verizon for half off, also walked out with the Incipio double case. This case feels tough and sure can take s beating, great for outdoor work and kids dropping my phone. But this case is a little too thick for my liking.
But on weekends or going out would like a second thinner case. What thin cases fit the extended battery ? Anything like the Feather or Rearth slim fit ?
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I just use ghost armor full body, and then I use a belt clip pouch that I drop my phone into. It is the slimmest option, I protect the whole phone from scratches, and I can keep it on my side. I'm not really worried about dropping it, because even with a case if you drop it in the right spot, you will end up with a broken phone. That's what insurance is for. At least that's my opinion. I hope this helps.

I just picked up the Diztronic case below and it fits great and doesn't add much thickness to the phone- nice and thin. I don't have my extended battery yet but per the reviews this case fits, just a little more tightly which is fine with me.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0065PGWQ0/ref=oh_o01_s00_i00_details

mmj12345 said:
I just picked up the Diztronic case below and it fits great and doesn't add much thickness to the phone- nice and thin. I don't have my extended battery yet but per the reviews this case fits, just a little more tightly which is fine with me.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0065PGWQ0/ref=oh_o01_s00_i00_details
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+1 on the Diztronic 3rd revision case. I am running it and I love it. I have 3 other cases and this is now my daily driver. You can even leave the extended battery cover on too. I use the Incopio when I need extra protection.

Also a big +1 on the Diztronic rev 3 case. Full access to all controls, full protection yet thin. Just about perfect as far as cases go and I have tried a few.
Diztronic has very upstanding customer service to boot!
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Does anyone know if the big case companies, plan to make official extended battery cases ? Like Case-Mate and their Barely Case ?
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I've been bugging Rearth about making their RingKe case to fit the Verizon w/ extended battery. This case has been getting a lot of accolades here...

With the Verizon extended battery going for $24.99, it should just come standard with the phone. At such a cheap price, and only adds like a business card extra thickness it is so worth it. Plus you may get up to 2 extra hours on it over stock.
Point being, with extended battery so popular, I would hope case companies realize this, and pump out cases that are officially designed for it.
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TheKaz said:
I've been bugging Rearth about making their RingKe case to fit the Verizon w/ extended battery. This case has been getting a lot of accolades here...
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Keep me posted please. I like what I read about that case, just need them to make an official version for us.
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I checked their website and it isn't showing the extended battery at all. You can purchase these at their stores for 25.00?

MissyO said:
I checked their website and it isn't showing the extended battery at all. You can purchase these at their stores for 25.00?
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My local Verizon store didn't have any in stock but they ordered it for me w/ free 2-day shipping. Still $24.99

I went into the biggest Verizon store in my area, called first asked if they had the Nexus extended battery, they said YES, and tons of accessories too. Go in there and they said the battery is 50% off, they had like 4 on the shelf. Just call the largest Verizon store in your area, I am sure they stock them.
I am using the phone today with no case, crosses fingers The Incipio 2pc case was just way too bulky for me, felt like a my old EVO 4G which was a giant. Back to caselsss and this phone looks awesome, the gray color makes this phone looks stealth, like something a pilot from F-22 Raptor plane would have in the cockpit I just want a razor thin case to go around this now.

Oddly enough I tried the High gloss silicone Verizon case and its is really nice. feels thin in the hand

I use the SGP capsule case. Its clearly designed for the GSM version because my Verizon + extended battery keeps the lips from grabbing the edges all the way.
But the phone is on there and not going anywhere. You'd have to really look at it to see what I'm talking about.
I'm still waiting for something specifically designed for the Verizon with extended battery.
LTE EX Galaxy Nexus CM9
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player911 said:
I'm still waiting for something specifically designed for the Verizon with extended battery.
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Hopefully we get some news soon from the big case companies

Does anyone know if the Diztronic case works with the GSM Galaxy Nexus with an extended battery?

The best case I've tried period that also works with the extended battery is the Case-Mate Pop case. It was recalled initially due to a lack of clearance around the micro usb port. In about another two weeks they'll have the second revision out and it will be my daily driver.
I've tried the Case-Mate Tough Case, the Boxwave Active, the Boxwave Slim Rubberized Shell Case, and the Seidio Surface. The Pop case sucked less than the rest and fits the extended battery with good protection and minimal bulk.

can't comment if it's the thinnest, but it fits and looks good.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1434954

[Q] draco bumper and seidio battery door

im thinking about buying the seidio battery door with the draco flare red bumper
i read that they compatible with each other but i want to be absolutely sure that they actually are since the bumper isnt that cheap..
so it would be nice if some1 can confirm this for me also a pictures are always welcome!!

Not mine but I found this.
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Not mine but I found this.
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That picture conveniently crops out the two corners where the bumper comes together so I would be careful using that photo as evidence of a good fit.
On a side note, I'm using the Draco with Samsung genuine extended and I'm very happy with the fit and how it looks. I posted photos in the thread for that battery.
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siani_8 said:
That picture conveniently crops out the two corners where the bumper comes together so I would be careful using that photo as evidence of a good fit.
On a side note, I'm using the Draco with Samsung genuine extended and I'm very happy with the fit and how it looks. I posted photos in the thread for that battery.
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Just picked mine up and it fits perfectly.
Now I just need a seidio vitreo.
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Looks legit
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any white covers available for draco?
Thank you for this thread! Been upgrading my s3. I like my tech to look good the way people like good looking cars. So I also decided to go with the draco. Overkill but no other cases looked as good.*happy to see how handsome your draco-seidio rig looks.
Wondering if anyone knows of a white extended battery back to fit with the Draco? The seidio extended cover doesn't seem to come in white or other colors (waiting on an email from them to verify).*
The one thing my kick ass Draco look needs (after finding a white back) is a kick stand. Does anyone know if the white mugen kickstand cover work with Draco? I suspect it does not - the Seidio has what looks like a step down near the outer edges which is close to "stock" thickness. The mugen is thick all the way to the edge. File it down maybe? I'm lazy. .prefer no modding.
Any advice appreciated.* White extended battery covers thin enough for draco with a kickstand* dont seem to exist. .. done lots of searching!* I would settle for no kickstand i suppose.* but really want white (preferably with larger battery than the Samsung brand extended battery cover which does look good so I may have to settle for that )
To see the mugen see their website at
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Tarototh said:
Thank you for this thread! Been upgrading my s3. I like my tech to look good the way people like good looking cars. So I also decided to go with the draco. Overkill but no other cases looked as good.*happy to see how handsome your draco-seidio rig looks.
Wondering if anyone knows of a white extended battery back to fit with the Draco? The seidio extended cover doesn't seem to come in white or other colors (waiting on an email from them to verify).*
The one thing my kick ass Draco look needs (after finding a white back) is a kick stand. Does anyone know if the white mugen kickstand cover work with Draco? I suspect it does not - the Seidio has what looks like a step down near the outer edges which is close to "stock" thickness. The mugen is thick all the way to the edge. File it down maybe? I'm lazy. .prefer no modding.
Any advice appreciated.* White extended battery covers thin enough for draco with a kickstand* dont seem to exist. .. done lots of searching!* I would settle for no kickstand i suppose.* but really want white (preferably with larger battery than the Samsung brand extended battery cover which does look good so I may have to settle for that )
To see the mugen see their website at
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Seidio does have a white battery cover, i did purchase it a few months ago i will look for the link when im home because you wont find it directly on their website. I dont know any battery cover with kickstand which is compatible with draco bumper
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greetings! Thanks for the response! I love xda.
So after some back and forth with seidio they claim the extended door is available in colors even though amazon and their own site don't show colors. They say i have to voice call to special order the white or other color door. So this is great news.
Before I order i need to confirm some things if you would be so kind. Firstly, in other xda posts this battery door is the one listed as draco compatible:
​BVY35SSGS3
However seidio's site doesn't return a match on this part number when you do an internal site search, though if you search via google you get a link to a forgotten page on their website with no image... interesting. This item is about 15$.
Now I also see this door on seidio's site:
Product Code: CSR5SSGS3-BK
Which is called the "surface" . is this comparable to the one listed above? it's double the price.
their site also has a kickstand model which I am hoping will work. I know you don't know for sure but looking at the screenshots they provide what is your best judgement? Do you think it would fit? It has the step down design near the edges but still looks a little thicker. Maybe I could still squeeze the draco around it??
DILEX™ Extended with Metal Kickstand for use with Seidio Innocell® 3500mAh Super Extended Life Batteries - Black
MSRP: US$34.95
Product Code: CSK3SSGS3XK-BK
Finally, should I just go with the innocell 3500mah battery they sell or do you recommend another battery brand to fit this door? I'm ok with not having a zerolemon 7000 battery.
I appreciate anyone's help
www seidoonline "dot" com
sorry i still not allowed to post links.