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HTC OEM TPU Case REVIEW **NOW UPDATED WITH SMOKED COLOR**

So I browsing at work today and surprised to find OEM TPU cases in stock at daydeal... ordered at work and hope for an early arrival.
will do a photo review when it arrives.

I got it in the mail today, and as promised, picture review.
I ordered the white one, 70H00391-01M, seeing that all the other colors are a bit too "colorful" (DayDeal or HTC America Accessories Store). It came in a plastic clamshell, and now onto the actual product.
Texture: Glossy Smooth... clean edges/seams... way better than some of the eBay TPU...
Fit: Tight fit, very EXACT. not going to slide around inside, not going to pop out.
Color: It's white, almost too white. Will be getting a black/smoked/clear if I see one.
I actually think this is one of the best manufactured TPU case I have seen so far. Clean seams and edges, exact dimensions. Plus, with the case, it is now A LOT easier to find that power button.
PRO: Makes the phone feels way more solid, amazing fit and finish, cutout placements actually make the buttons easier to find.
CON: White doesn't really match with this phone, no alternative color fit for professional usage. Will be getting black/clear/smoked if found.
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Thanks for reading!!

holy shiz thats nice.

Awesome, will probably getting the black one.

I want a blue one
sent from my droid incredible 2

as I said before, I would be super interested if I find one with better color. One day, I was on HTC UK and saw that they have a smoked color one for IncS. Upon checking the P/N, it turns out that IncS and Inc2 cases share the same number, except for the suffix, which is usually designated for different colors. I decided to jump the gun and ordered one from expandsys. will post review when it arrives.
UPDATE on the white case: it was ruined after being in my jeans for a couple of times... the dye on my jeans killed it!!! never getting another white thing that would seem susceptible to dark colors

The white case makes it look like the perfect smartphone for a storm trooper.

Your pictures inspired me to grab the white OEM case. All of your notes are valid. It is truly a perfect fit, feels great in the hand (not too grippy, not too slick), and is VERY white. I do notice your jean dye comment, however since I rarely wear jeans this will not be a problem for me.
I also ordered the Incipio Feather case in Black. Overall impression is good. It fits great and matches the black on the Inc2 perfectly. It also comes with a screen protector included (which goes on perfectly if the screen is dustfree). The only reason I'm not recommending it is because not only does it not protect the top or bottom, it also does not do anything to protect the front surface. No lip at all.
And finally my first case for the Inc2 was the Seidio Surface case. It is a solid case and will serve many people very well, however I found it slightly too bulky. It made the power buttom sufficiently harder to press (HTC TPU case is more rounded near the power, allowing easier access).
So in the end I decided to keep the HTC TPU case with the Incipio Screen Protector. It provides full protection of the phone and will hopefully serve me well for the next year or so.
Here's some pics for the curious, which bear remarkable resemblance to OPs pics. ^^
aonbot .imgur.com/htc_incredible_2_tpu_case (remove the space, add html if necessary)

How easy is this case to clean off? I really love the way it looks but I don't want to be ruined the first time I wear a pair of jeans.

acdaazn said:
as I said before, I would be super interested if I find one with better color. One day, I was on HTC UK and saw that they have a smoked color one for IncS. Upon checking the P/N, it turns out that IncS and Inc2 cases share the same number, except for the suffix, which is usually designated for different colors. I decided to jump the gun and ordered one from expandsys. will post review when it arrives.
UPDATE on the white case: it was ruined after being in my jeans for a couple of times... the dye on my jeans killed it!!! never getting another white thing that would seem susceptible to dark colors
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Hey there. Any update or pictures of the smoke color one from UK or has it not arrived still. Thanks.
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kamacy said:
Hey there. Any update or pictures of the smoke color one from UK or has it not arrived still. Thanks.
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Ahh.... sorry about that... been busy with work. I promise to post new pictures tonight. My apologies.
UPDATED: Sorry it took so long... busy with life and work, working towards a promotion at the moment
I just placed an order today for the HTC OEM Hard Shell for Inc S/2.... will update when it comes in 1 week later

Thanks for the pictures and no worries about the delay. We all understand how life is.
In trying to figure out what accessories to grab. How do you like the smokeone? Looks pretty good. Looks like it blends pretty good.
I like tthe white one but I frequently wear dark denim bluejeans .. so probably not the best idea lol.
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Also if you can get a chance to post the link to the smoke case. That would be appreciated. Thanks.
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So here's my take on the smoked version:
It's the exact same sizing as the white one, it is good as ever when it comes to fitment. As far as the color goes, the smoked IMO is the best it could offer without looking too stuck out. Black would be too solid if slapped onto the phone, looking like a huge piece of black plastic. I think this smoked option is the best so far if TPU is what you are looking for.
As for myself, I am not too sure on TPU since I feel like it took away some of the phone's sexiness. Hence I am ordering the new hard shell to review next, **without knowing what exactly I am order, no pictures of the product were provided** should come in next week hopefully.
LINKS:
TPU - Smoked
http://www.expansys-usa.com/htc-incredible-s-tpu-case-tp-c570-217323/
Hard Shell
http://www.expansys-usa.com/htc-incredible-s-hard-shell-hc-c561-217324/

just bought a whole bunch of different tpu cases from daydeal site that the OP linked earlier in the thread. will post pics when they come in.

I've been looking through all the cases on the daydeal site and amazon and was wondering if anyone has any of these cases, and if so what they thought about them
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=53429&cat=5525
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=52803&cat=5525
I would get a TPU gelli, but I don't like the colors available and i don't like the checkered patterns..

andrew1263 said:
I've been looking through all the cases on the daydeal site and amazon and was wondering if anyone has any of these cases, and if so what they thought about them
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=53429&cat=5525
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=52803&cat=5525
I would get a TPU gelli, but I don't like the colors available and i don't like the checkered patterns..
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bought em bioth today. when they get in i'll let you know

I just got my white tpu case in the mail, and it's great. It fits more snug than any other cases for this price, and I can lay the phone facedown without worrying about scratching the screen.
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just got my cases in.
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=53492&cat=5524 - it's okay. similar to the incipio feather, but thicker.
and three TPU cases:
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=53429&cat=5525
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=52128&cat=5525
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=52803&cat=5525
the first two are both good, but the last one i don't like as much. it seems thicker and much more rigid. but yeah, like others have said, the TPU cases fit perfectly

bik2101 said:
just got my cases in.
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=53492&cat=5524 - it's okay. similar to the incipio feather, but thicker.
and three TPU cases:
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=53429&cat=5525
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=52128&cat=5525
http://www.daydeal.com/product.php?productid=52803&cat=5525
the first two are both good, but the last one i don't like as much. it seems thicker and much more rigid. but yeah, like others have said, the TPU cases fit perfectly
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lol always buy from amazon buddy.
http://www.amazon.com/Hybrid-AquaFlex-Incredible-ADR6350-Yellow/dp/B004XJJQXG
http://www.amazon.com/Cosmos-Cover-Incredible-ADR6350-Machined/dp/B004ZWV9VS

Bumper for Sgs3

Hy,
do you know many bumpers for ours SGS3?
Thank you

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1918150
You can also find a few on ebay.

Thank you very much

Draco also makes a few aluminum ones. I have the silver one. A bit pricey but pretty high quality. And there was a 30% off code floating around here
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I have one of these in red:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1X-Metal-...sPouches&var=510071299533&hash=item4ab99c0c73
Makes the phone just a tiny bit bulkier, but its a small price to pay for the protection in case i drop it.

b1gb1ng said:
Hy,
do you know many bumpers for ours SGS3?
Thank you
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check this one out http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1918150&goto=newpost

Thank you!
I like these one ...

I have a few different plastic/rubber hybrid ones from ebay for like $5-$10 each. I really like the one I currently have that has a black top half and white bottom half, but these things like to come apart if you take them off a lot. I keep re-glueing mine back together.

Has anyone bought cases by Rock?

Hey guys!
I came across a few TPU cases by Rock.. Flip and back-only. Anyone heard of or used them? Couldn't find any reviews for the case.. I'm not sure about the TPU quality and transparency of the back (for the flip one). Check them out, heres the link:
Flip: http://www.rockphone.cn/en/Html/Product/507.html#next
Back only: http://www.rockphone.cn/en/Html/Product/517.html#next
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I bought this one ( search ROCK big city Brand New Leather Folio Case Cover Pouch For HTC One M7
in ebay) in navy, turned out to be a bit too shiny/shimmery for me. If your interested I can sell it to you from UK, unused with retail packaging.

raghav2511 said:
Hey guys!
I came across a few TPU cases by Rock.. Flip and back-only. Anyone heard of or used them? Couldn't find any reviews for the case.. I'm not sure about the TPU quality and transparency of the back (for the flip one). Check them out, heres the link:
Flip: http://www.rockphone.cn/en/Html/Product/507.html#next
Back only: http://www.rockphone.cn/en/Html/Product/517.html#next
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I think this one is the best looking one ive seen so far. Might have to place an order for an orange one

i purches both of them, i loved the rock cases on my hox and my S3.
the back only cover arrieved yesterday. great looking, good feeling and perfect match. just a few rather sharp edges, which i removed with my nails.
i got a grey cover for my silver one, looks really great.
i am waiting for the black flip cover . it did not arrieved so far

GlobeUK said:
I bought this one ( search ROCK big city Brand New Leather Folio Case Cover Pouch For HTC One M7
in ebay) in navy, turned out to be a bit too shiny/shimmery for me. If your interested I can sell it to you from UK, unused with retail packaging.
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Thanks for your offer, but I'm thinking about the yellow one. Haven't really decided about it yet.

phewBAR said:
I think this one is the best looking one ive seen so far. Might have to place an order for an orange one
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If you do get one, please post a quick review and let others know how the cases actually feel!

Havoc2k said:
i purches both of them, i loved the rock cases on my hox and my S3.
the back only cover arrieved yesterday. great looking, good feeling and perfect match. just a few rather sharp edges, which i removed with my nails.
i got a grey cover for my silver one, looks really great.
i am waiting for the black flip cover . it did not arrieved so far
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Good to know! Two questions for you -
1. Is the TPU flexible? If so, is it like completely flexible or just a little?
2. Is the case too shiny? Like candy colours (think: Nokia Lumia)?

raghav2511 said:
If you do get one, please post a quick review and let others know how the cases actually feel!
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Yep, just placed an order for Orange flip. I'll let you guys know

raghav2511 said:
Good to know! Two questions for you -
1. Is the TPU flexible? If so, is it like completely flexible or just a little?
2. Is the case too shiny? Like candy colours (think: Nokia Lumia)?
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1. its rather hard, looks not like TPU, hard plastic would i say, but still flex enoth to fit it
2. the grey one is not that shiny, matt i would say

I ordered the black one, and it just arrived today. Bit of a shame I don't have a phone to put in it, because it looks great. It is glossy, but not overboard. Maybe similar to the gloss on the original PS3? But don't quote me on that, I only owned the slim.
My One should arrive tomorrow. Once it does, I'll post up some pictures so you guys can check it out.
As far as Rock cases go though, I had one for my One X and I really liked it. I would def recommend you guys check them out. Or also Capdase. I just got a white case from them today as well. Both very nice. One is glossy, one is matte.

Thanks! Looking forward to the pics
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Do you order straight from their website ? I had their case for my s3 and loved it but then a whole ton of knockoffs started coming out.

So my phone arrived, and I had it in the Rock case within about 5 minutes. I'm in Korea for the day, so I'm trying it out. So far: really like it. The case fits like a glove. Doesn't snap on really tight like some, but there is absolutely no movement. I actually prefer this to the ones that make you think you are going to break your phone putting on/taking it off. The black on black looks so good! It's super thin, so the phone shape is maintained. It also has a very slight lip around the edges on the front so you can put it down on it's face, if you want.
The negatives: the black is a fingerprint magnet. I guess that's why they bundled a cloth in the package. The other is I am afraid I'm gonna drop my phone and it will break. I attribute the fear to having just got the phone, as well as being pretty hungover . If I were to drop the phone, the case wouldn't do much to protect it. It's more like a scratch guard.
Anyway, so far I really like it. I bet the coloured ones on the black would look ridiculous good. I'll add pictures when I get some time.
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I have Rock "Quicksand" case with the Xperia S.
Dropped it from around waist level to the hard ground. No scratch.
So.. when I got One, I quickly try to find a Quicksand series but they don't seem to made it yet.

pepporony said:
I have Rock "Quicksand" case with the Xperia S.
Dropped it from around waist level to the hard ground. No scratch.
So.. when I got One, I quickly try to find a Quicksand series but they don't seem to made it yet.
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Search on amazon for the bear motion case. I had the quicksand for my s3 and this bear motion feels just like that.

azelaya said:
Search on amazon for the bear motion case. I had the quicksand for my s3 and this bear motion feels just like that.
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Thanks, I already ordered something similar from ebay (not bear motion). I believe they came from the same wholesale retailer and slap different brand on it...

Slickwraps Nexus 5 Full Body Decals

Slickwraps sent me one of these units for review purposes and I actually liked it a lot more than I thought I would. Pretty solid unit. Might order one of them in black.
Here is a review I made if you guys are interested: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vuEXoDQcs7o
Are these decals popular for phones? I remember some companies released them for the iPhone 3G/3GS a few years ago but I never personally researched into them until a while ago.

Just looking at the dbrand and xgear threads here in XDA, I'd say they are pretty popular. I've never heard of the brand before, but after looking at their website, these appear to be pretty comparable to the dbrand skins and xgear skins. To give credit where its due, Slickwraps does have a much larger selection of colors than either of the other 2 skin brands. They even have a glow in the dark one, which is really cool and some glittery ones for the ladies (or guys, if that's your thing ). Great find, OP. :good:
Edit: It also appears that they're made in the US if that matters to anyone.

ComradeNF said:
Slickwraps sent me one of these units for review purposes and I actually liked it a lot more than I thought I would. Pretty solid unit. Might order one of them in black.
Here is a review I made if you guys are interested: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vuEXoDQcs7o
Are these decals popular for phones? I remember some companies released them for the iPhone 3G/3GS a few years ago but I never personally researched into them until a while ago.
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I have a few of these wraps for my Pebble. Very good quality and customer service is one of the best IMO.

They have glitter and glow in the dark ones too! and last day to get 20% discount.

Thanks for the video.
Looks nice.
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Comrade, I noticed on some of the pictures from their website, the nexus cutout on the back seems a little...off. On the nexus logo, the letters are all supposed to be lines of the same thickness, but some of the images appear to be thicker on the "S" or perhaps thinner on the "nexu". Are you noticing this with your review skin? I couldn't really tell from the video.

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Comrade, I noticed on some of the pictures from their website, the nexus cutout on the back seems a little...off. On the nexus logo, the letters are all supposed to be lines of the same thickness, but some of the images appear to be thicker on the "S" or perhaps thinner on the "nexu". Are you noticing this with your review skin? I couldn't really tell from the video.
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I would also like to know this!
TIA

MoonDoom said:
Comrade, I noticed on some of the pictures from their website, the nexus cutout on the back seems a little...off. On the nexus logo, the letters are all supposed to be lines of the same thickness, but some of the images appear to be thicker on the "S" or perhaps thinner on the "nexu". Are you noticing this with your review skin? I couldn't really tell from the video.
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In my experience the Nexus cut out was spot on. Perhaps they fixed the issue before they sent me my unit.
I'm not even exaggerating when I say how impressed I am by the accuracy of the cutouts. They were extremely accurate, down to the less than 1mm diameter microphone at the top.
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Also found out you can be randomly selected to win one of these devices (Galaxy S4, Nexus 5, etc) if you purchase one of these decals from the Slickwraps website today (Black Friday deal). They posted a video about it on their Youtube page. Looks like a interesting deal.
Actually never mind, the deal is for tomorrow (since Black Friday is tomorrow).
Video link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=phOfUTqeGgI

How slick/smooth does it make the phone? Similar to the stock feel, or slippery?

busyychild said:
How slick/smooth does it make the phone? Similar to the stock feel, or slippery?
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The phone is a little more slippery than the stock feeling of the phone but not to the point where it falls out of your hand.
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blue Glow in the dark looks really cool!

Just to follow up. The 50% off + gift Black Friday Sale is on right now.
Code: BLACK2013
Just picked up two back skins for $12 shipped.

Me 2. Hopefully they will be as good quality as dbrands
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Are they using 3M Di-Noc film also?

gadget_lova said:
Are they using 3M Di-Noc film also?
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no

ktamondo said:
no
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I thought so, because the carbon fiber color is somewhat different than the one from dbrand or stickerboy.
But, actually I prefer their color. Their red carbon fiber and dark brown leather are very nice.
Is their quality comparable to the 3M Di-Noc one? Anyone can share their experience? Do they leave residue when remove?

gadget_lova said:
I thought so, because the carbon fiber color is somewhat different than the one from dbrand or stickerboy.
But, actually I prefer their color. Their red carbon fiber and dark brown leather are very nice.
Is their quality comparable to the 3M Di-Noc one? Anyone can share their experience? Do they leave residue when remove?
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I have had a few for my Pebble and I have replaced a couple due to deep scratches that the skin protected my Pebble from. When I removed them there was no residue to speak of at all.

gadget_lova said:
Are they using 3M Di-Noc film also?
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I just got my Nexus 5 wrap and WOW! This is the most precise wrap.
Yes, I believe they use 3M DiNoc. It had a 3M backing. Also, they have a live chat feature and I asked them and they said it's all 3M DiNoc.

Thank You for the great review!
If anyone has any questions we're on here to help

Best Clear Case?

Anyone have an opinion on what the best clear case is?
I have a Ringke one for my Nexus 6 and would like to get something similar for the Moto X I just ordered.
thanks for your opinions.
-adam

apristel said:
Anyone have an opinion on what the best clear case is?
I have a Ringke one for my Nexus 6 and would like to get something similar for the Moto X I just ordered.
thanks for your opinions.
-adam
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The closest I could find was this: (and I bought it) http://www.ebay.com/itm/Griffin-Mot...140?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item25a1280b9c
I've searched, but there's not too much available in clear cases. Ballistic has the Jewel line of cases also, which are basically clear and provide good protection. http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Ballist...678?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item25a1a1c1f6

wolfen69 said:
The closest I could find was this: (and I bought it) http://www.ebay.com/itm/Griffin-Mot...140?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item25a1280b9c
I've searched, but there's not too much available in clear cases. Ballistic has the Jewel line of cases also, which are basically clear and provide good protection. http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Ballist...678?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item25a1a1c1f6
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Thanks for your input. I think I will be ordering ones of those! Just got the phone delivered today!

There's also this one Case-Mate Motorola Moto X Clear. Sadly though, it doesn't have a cutout for the Motorola dimple

raddacle said:
There's also this one Case-Mate Motorola Moto X Clear. Sadly though, it doesn't have a cutout for the Motorola dimple
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I'm currently using this case after trying out and rejecting a few similar cases before it and have to say, this one is just perfect for me. I have a one with a royal blue backplate and blue accents/trim and even though it doesn't have a cutout for the dimple I really don't miss it. I'd rather not have it exposed and decolourized.
Only complain I have is the volume rocker and the power buttons on the case have a shiny silver metallic paint on it concealing the blue accents on the phone but its not really a big deal. Attached a couple of pics of how it looked when I first put it on. Excuse the poor quality of the images due to the bad lighting condition of my garage.
Also one issue cases like these have is the silicone bumper tends to get decolourized after a few months of usage and turns yellowish. This has an easy fix though. All you have to do is to dip it in a solution of dilute liquid fabric whitener for 15-20 mins and its bright as new. I use one of those liquid blue fabric whiteners and it lasts months.

Anachronizer, I have the same case and, side from the yellowish patina, I like it. I can't find the fabric whitener you're talking about. May I know the brand and product name, please?
While I'm posting, how does everyone's X hold up?I had an HTC that looked badass with some gouges. Like a veteran. I'm probably going down to skins if I can't get this case clear. And then stage down to naked.
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Well, I don't think we are from the same part of the planet so naming the product and the brand I use wouldn't really help much. Assuming you are in the US judging from you carrier which is at&t I'd say any liquid blue fabric whitener would do. Did a little search and this particular product seemed to be similar to the one I use.
http://www.amazon.com/Mrs-Stewarts-Bluing-8oz/dp/B001NEMV3Q/
These blue fabric whiteners are milder compared to regular chlorine bleach fabric whiteners so you have less chance of damaging the silicone strip. All it does is counterbalance the yellow with a blue hue which eventually fades after you start using it leaving a bluish white tint. But you have to repeat this every few months depending on the usage and how quickly it oxidises back to yellow.

Its amazing what products I've found in the UK, Australia and even Philippines that also sell in USA. I tried Rit laundry treatment, which is a powder and did NOT work.
Thank you for looking up a similar product for me. I really appreciate the extra effort!
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Select one here,Thankyou.