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[Q] Which case should I get?

I just got a brand new MT4G and I want to keep it clean... I can't decide between these two cases:
http://www.amazon.com/Amzer-Luxe-Ar...CW/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1317500730&sr=8-12
http://www.amazon.com/Protective-Te...75E0/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1317500730&sr=8-3
What do you guys think? Feel free to recommend me a case as well.

The Second one looks nice lol I think I want one now
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i have the second one, i love it quite alot, looks nice and works pretty well.

The second one is a TPU Fusion case... and there awesome I have 2.
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So after reading a few reviews and watching some youtube vids, I went with the TPU Fusion. But I bought it off ambitronic instead of Amazon since it was $5 cheaper there.
Thanks guys.

htc420 said:
So after reading a few reviews and watching some youtube vids, I went with the TPU Fusion. But I bought it off ambitronic instead of Amazon since it was $5 cheaper there.
Thanks guys.
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You should love it. I know I am not sad, I don't need a whole bunch of added bulk or protection just enough.
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yeah off of ambitronic + a screen protector didn't cost me much. only thing is that some microusb chargers won't fit completely or fit but are easy to dislodge, the original one fit fine for me but it wasn't really a dealbreaker for me since it doesn't bother me

I have a otter box case and I have to say I work on cars for a livin and its been dropped millions of times screen is still like New and the phone works fine. It's not a huge case its pretty slim its also had a full can of pop dumped on it to wit no damage done to the phone but that's just what I know about my case
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I hate those gel/rubber cases because they make it so hard to get the phone in and out of your pocket. Just yesterday I reviewed Zagg's full body shield for the myTouch and I love it. It gave me great protection on my iPod Touch and now it's protecting my phone very well. It's not visible at all from a few feet away and it doesn't add any extra bulk to the phone. I highly recommend it.

TechieGeek said:
I hate those gel/rubber cases because they make it so hard to get the phone in and out of your pocket. Just yesterday I reviewed Zagg's full body shield for the myTouch and I love it. It gave me great protection on my iPod Touch and now it's protecting my phone very well. It's not visible at all from a few feet away and it doesn't add any extra bulk to the phone. I highly recommend it.
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I have gone through 2 sets of best skins ever, which are similar to zagg. I loved it too, only problem is it starts peeling up on the corners after a couple months. Ordered the credit card holding case this time around.

Forgot about this thread, I am loving this TPU fusion case! So for those of you who are considering it, I would highly recommend it. Very sleek, not bulky at all, very easy to take off, excellent grip, etc.
TechieGeek said:
I hate those gel/rubber cases because they make it so hard to get the phone in and out of your pocket. Just yesterday I reviewed Zagg's full body shield for the myTouch and I love it. It gave me great protection on my iPod Touch and now it's protecting my phone very well. It's not visible at all from a few feet away and it doesn't add any extra bulk to the phone. I highly recommend it.
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This TPU Fusion case actually slides in and out of my pocket VERY smoothly...
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I have a T Mobile branded case that works really well.
It has a thin silicone skin and then a shell that goes on top of the skin and phone.
It is a bit bulkier now, but I've dropped my phone a number of times and I'm glad I had it on.

lotusfx said:
I have a T Mobile branded case that works really well.
It has a thin silicone skin and then a shell that goes on top of the skin and phone.
It is a bit bulkier now, but I've dropped my phone a number of times and I'm glad I had it on.
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My wife got that case from the T-mobile store but it cracked in several places. Its too bad really, because its a nice case.
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Both cases look pretty nifty, but I have the Otterbox Commuter case and it's simply amazing. You can find it here.

I've had the fusion for several months and it's still like new. Also no problems with being too grippy in my pocket.

I have both. I enjoy the look of the 2nd case, but the grips on the side are rough, so I don't like how it felt on my hands.
I'm currently using the first case because it's much smoother, and still gives a good grip. I don't really care for the argyle pattern.
They're both slim and gives about the same amount of protection.
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I think the best case protection wise is the Trident case.. but it's kinda bulky pocket wise.. other than that best case hands down.

Thanks for the case suggestions guys
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I've gone thru 2 tpu fusion cases and as good as they are I've recently turned to the MT4G commuter otterbox case and Ive got to say its pretty good.
I hate cases that make the phone bulky and I always thought the otterbox would, but its by far my favorite case now.
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Go otterbox best case out for our phone and if the case breaks you get another one for free
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To Case or Not To Case...

So I got a regular rubber case with my Nexus (assuming it would add the least amount of thickness) and I always use cases with my phones but I'm noticing that it really increases the thickness and feel of the phone, which I dislike.
How many of you are and aren't using cases and what is your reasoning for each?
Should I risk not using a case or should I just suck it up?
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I'm not using a case, and my only reasoning is that I haven't found one I like yet. This thing has flown out of my hands inadvertently so many times, I will probably be getting the sylicrilic from VZW just to have something on it until I find what I'm looking for. If I can ever figure out what that is.

I just ordered the Diztronic TPU that everyone is talking about. Hopefully I'll like that one better than the one that I got from Verizon earlier today...
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No case for me yet. I also haven't found one I like. I'm really attracted to the nekkid look though.

I'm generally a nekkid guy. Dropped my precious today and the plastic back is VERY susceptible to scratches. Reconsidering my no case choice but love this phone as is.
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I use a case but...
A scratch on the body won't bother me as much as a scratch on the glass, so I would definitely use a SP if nothing else, but that's just me.
But I want mine in pristine condition for when I sell it and get my Galaxy Note II

I'm definitely getting a case. I never did mind a bulky phone ( I used to have a n900 with an otterbox on.. That thing was a tank, in both size and durability)

Got a case.
This phone with such a large glass and slender body to go along with it feels like it would fall apart if I ever dropped it. Maybe it isn't so but handling something this expensive/large/slender needs some protection for me to freely use it with peace of mind.
I'm using a temporary Case-Mate Barely There case along with no screen protector right now and I'm very antsy when handling my phone. So much so that it's a hassle.
Got the Diztronic case too and will be using Ghost Armor when they finally have the product line.

I had my wife buy the phone AND an Otterbox when she went to vzw... I have had OBs on all my phones and will keep doing so. Sure you can get it cheeper online but I pulled the phone out of the box put the 4g card on then put it in th OB!!!! And that is where it will stay!!!

I don't care about maintaining the cheap plastic backplate much to justify for a case, but I got myself a Silicone case from Verizon anyway because I don't want to scratch the camera lense when laying the phone on the table.

Diztronic rocks. I have a bse full body shield on and the case fits with that too. Scratch proof and protected. Love it
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i'm going naked until Rearth makes the ringke slim.

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I had my wife buy the phone AND an Otterbox when she went to vzw... I have had OBs on all my phones and will keep doing so. Sure you can get it cheeper online but I pulled the phone out of the box put the 4g card on then put it in th OB!!!! And that is where it will stay!!!
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This. Otterbox is the only case I trust my devices in. Had one for my OG and iPod and I recommend them to everyone. Already have the commuter for the SGN and I won't even get the phone till Christmas! I'm ocd about keeping my devices pretty.
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heres one thing i don't get from you guys that go naked. what about the effin camera in the back!? you realize every time you place it on a surface you're landing it flat on the plastic of the camera?

I never wanted to go no case but since my Desire, I've preferred the pouches just because it doesn't add to the size of the phone, and then you don't have to worry about anything hitting it. But I think this phone is just too large to use a pouch with. I bought a Nokia-brand pouch that fits my Nexus, but it hangs out the top by half a centimetre. Not a problem because it's not loose in the case itself, but it's still not the best situation.
One of the main reasons why I prefer the pouches is because then I don't have to worry about a screen protector, but I've already got a nick on my Nexus' glass, so I'll probably wear an SP and a case all the time.

rlamontjr said:
i'm going naked until Rearth makes the ringke slim.
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http://www.rearthusa.com/Galaxy-Nexus-SLIM_p_297.html
i've never used one of these, just looked into it, cause you posted it. Going to have to look into it more now.

good choice. i expect this case to b great because their silicon cases are the best to me. they just stretch after awhile. like any other silicone. but that case isn't rubber. btw, Rearth reached out to me and let me know the case fits both GSM and LTE models.

I dropped my phone within 24 hours of getting it. It left 2 quite big marks on the body. The plastic body is pretty soft and can be easily damaged.
I now have a replacement and put in case striaght away. But it does feel so much slimmer and nicer without a case

do you find excessive dust with an otterbox? seems like my G-nex is totally prone to dust. otherwise i love the case, makes the phone a little easier actually for me to hold without getting the feeling like it might just slip out of my hand.

BSE body skin and XO skin screen cover here.

[Q] case or naked?

Hey guys,
Im new here and just got my new galaxy nexus. I was just wondering how evryone here dresses their phone. I already put on a zagg screen protector and i am quite pleased with it however im not sure if its enough. So i bought a otterbox commuter case but hate the feel of it in my hand. I feel like this phone looks best naked with just the screen protector but not sure its enoigh since this is my contract phone and cant afford to break it. Now im not the clumsiest person and very rarely will drop my phone if ever, its more of a just in case thing. Maybe ill just use the case on occasions.

I ordered a couple cheaper rubberized cases and screen protectors after I got my GN. I don't mind the case every once and a while, but you realize how great the phone feels naked after using the case for a few days. I'll throw a case on it if I go out to a bar or something (expecting it to get knocked about), but for the most part I keep it naked.
I have yet to put the screen protectors on though. I just hate how they feel compared to the naked glass.

I always have a case on my phones from day 1. And with the Galaxy Nexus I have had a screen protector on since day 1 as well since this screen is more prone to scratching that other Gorilla Glass screens I have had on previous phones. (Argue with this all you want but it's true)
Believe it or not I do not do this to keep the phone pristine for my own amusement. I tend to resell my phones to offset the cost of the next phone I want to buy. In keeping the phone looking brand new the resale value is always much higher. So by spending the extra ~$30 up front, and holding on to all packaging and accessories, I can usually sell the phone in "like new condition" for an additional $75-$150 on top of what the same phone goes for with dings and scratches.

A case is a necessity. This is the slipperiest phone I've ever owned. I would have dropped it on day one without a case.

ericshmerick said:
A case is a necessity. This is the slipperiest phone I've ever owned. I would have dropped it on day one without a case.
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Eh. This phone is okay on the grip front. Slipperiest phone ever is the OG iPhone. That anodized aluminum was awful.

I have a TPU case, but haven't actually used it since I'm careful with my phones and I hate the added bulk. I will use it though, when hiking or traveling.

On the recommendation of a few others in other threads, I splurged on a good deal for the Seidio Convert case, which is basically the Surface, with another rugged skin on top, which is removable, and comes with a holster, too. It's freakin' awesome...you just have to be prepared to have some weight added for the extra protection.
I also purchased the Steinheil Flex for the screen but just got it and haven't put it on yet.
I agree that it is a slippery phone...extremely slippery....and I don't trust my grip or the accidents that happen in a classroom full of kids that I'm in every day.

Both honestly. Sometimes I use my diztronic, sometimes I like it without.
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Trust me get the otter box a phone this expensive needs to be protected, it doesn't matter how careful you are accidents do happen I dropped my phone twice already once getting out of the car phone dropped hard on the concrete and the otter box doesn't even have a scratch on it
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Would love to rock it without a case, since it's a real nice size naked. But unfortunately I don't want to risk being out 300 bucks because it slips out of my hands. Got the otterbox defender and may get a better screen protector in the future, if I hear too many complaints about easy stratches

i use diztronic case and the included screen protector but i may buy one of those mercury cases someone was talking about as it looked pretty cool but the screen protector that was included attracts oil like white on white rice and brown on brown rice, lol but even if you just washed your hands and dried them completely it will still put oil on the screen i have to wipe it every 5 seconds, ughh but for me it's worth it as i also resell my phones about every 6-7 months

Bought an otterbox defender a few days after getting it and stopped using it about a week or so ago. I just can't get used to cases for some reason. I went from one extreme to the other.
I find this phone so nice (Unlike the Nexus S which IMO was way more slippery.)

I went with the cheap Verizon snap on case because it has an integrated kickstand.
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I go neked. I love the look and feel. Not even a screen protector. Was the same with my nexus s, evo, and hero.
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Kraenesk said:
I go neked. I love the look and feel. Not even a screen protector. Was the same with my nexus s, evo, and hero.
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Same for me. I got my phone at best buy so if it gets to beat up or the screen gets to scratch up I'll just drop it in water and get a new one
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Just use your foot to break the fall if it slips out of your hands... There's nothing quite like the feel of a naked phone

Kraenesk said:
I go neked. I love the look and feel. Not even a screen protector. Was the same with my nexus s, evo, and hero.
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This has been how I do it as well. I tried the Zagg a few phones ago and hated the way it felt and have gone completely names ever since. I've thought about getting a case got those times I may know I will be slightly careless, but am unsure what to get.
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Bought a commuter before I even had the purchased the Nexus. Liked it at first... until I took it off one day. It's too beautiful to keep in a case but I'll still occasionally use the case b/c: a) otherwise I'll feel as if I wasted $35 b) for that rare chance that I may drop it.

I dont like to use cases‚ but have one on the way. I dropped my phone from a foot onto hardwood floor and it scratched. Not a big scratch‚ but noticeable.
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Naked Well, unless you roll around in sands.
I only throw on a case occasionally for a different color.
What's the point to have the device is so well-protected by a fugly case when I'm going to get rid of it in less than 2 years?

Nillkin flip leather case, anyone try it?

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00C74G7O0/ref=aw_d_var_2nd_wireless_img?vs=1
Was wandering if anyone tried this. It actually looks decent on the YouTube videos I have watched. 10 with case, screen protector, and nfc tag.
Made the mistake of buying a double dip case today. Didn't do anything but I decided it wasn't worth the risk so I took it off and boxed it back up. The sales guy asked to se my phone when I was looking at it and he decided to quickly slide the phone in from the top and pop the ends on himself. I was scared to take it off. I liked the fit of the case I just didn't like the colors and was nervous about the future damage it might do.
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Got mine about a week and a half ago. Got the soft suede like grey one and I love it. Looks beautiful, feels incredibly well made, sleek as can be and gets out of the way when I don't need it Based on this case and the other Nillkin cases I've had I am seriously becoming a Nillkin fanboy

I bought the black one and I am generally happy with the case. My only gripe is that the material on the inside of the flip is microfiber and boy does it get nasty... Especially around the edges.
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jmp485 said:
Based on this case and the other Nillkin cases I've had I am seriously becoming a Nillkin fanboy
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I don't have one of these cases, but I do have their hard case for my HTC One and it's excellent, very good quality and amazingly cheap. I have one for my Nexus 4 and it's similarly good.
http://geardiary.com/2013/04/05/nillkin-hard-case-for-google-nexus-4-review/

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I bought the black one and I am generally happy with the case. My only gripe is that the material on the inside of the flip is microfiber and boy does it get nasty... Especially around the edges.
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Yes I have to agree. I have the black Nillkin flip case and in the beginning I was like this case is sweet but after that first week it's just ehhh... The inside of my case (the inside flap) is dirty and just an eyesore but the good thing is, I'm gonna cut the flap so it's not as wide and just tape it up with electrical tape for the frayed edges. I'm trying to cut it so it can fit into the cd slot in my car so I can use it as a DIY car dock sort of. One thing I have to say it does snap on well to the One. The case kinda distracts from the beauty any way. I ended up buying a phone sleeve with a card holder so I can minimize the **** in my pockets and so I wouldn't have to use a case but it's still protected while in my pocket.
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Do I really need a case?

Im ordering a Nexus 5 and I don't know if I should even buy a case. Im not a person who drops the phone a lot but I do put it on flat surfaces that made my GS3 scratch. Since both of the phones are practically plastic, I thought it might happen to the N5 as well.
I will get a screen protector for sure, but do I need a case?
Thanks.

If you drop it from any significant height it will damage.
I don't drop phones. So I'm going caseless most of the time. Out drinking though I have a neohybrid
As for scratches on flat surfaces, it's pretty tough and I wouldn't worry about it.

You can just go for a minimal one. Personally I'd get a very slim case not too bulky just for the camera. The camera sticks out of the back
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Have a look at both and reply back -
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wkb5Qe_-0k0
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KY9Svj9fYVg

zephiK said:
You can just go for a minimal one. Personally I'd get a very slim case not too bulky just for the camera. The camera sticks out of the back
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If I get the Neo Hybrid Case would the camera touch the surface in case I lay it on one?

Bei60 said:
If I get the Neo Hybrid Case would the camera touch the surface in case I lay it on one?
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Nope I use a neo hybrid right now. The case makes the camera sit snug inside the back piece of the case
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Working in cellular sales, "I don't drop phones" ranks just below a redneck screaming, "Hey, y'all! Watch this!" in the category of famous last words. I'd at least go with a bumper.

arzbhatia said:
Have a look at both and reply back -
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wkb5Qe_-0k0
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KY9Svj9fYVg
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The first one got me thinking "I need a case no questions asked!!!!"
In the second one I was all like "yeah, a case it is".
I think I'll go with Neo Hybrid Case. Its slim, not bulky, just like I like it and it looks pretty good.
Thanks for the replies guys.

I went with the Ultra Hybrid. So sexy!
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I don't use any cases and screen protectors since the g1
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I have never, and will never, use a case. I live in the Danger Zone.

No you don't really need a case.
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it really depends what you do in the day...if say you are huddled over a desk from 9-5 then probably not; if you work in a hospital/clinic constantly moving around you should probably get one; if you go to the gym you should probably get one; etc. it depends on the person.

I am getting a Spigen screen protector and a case to use at the gym and if I'm going to be out doors where it might fall out of my pocket. Other than that, my lifestyle isn't such that I need one. I'm really just worried about the screen. If I damage the body, at some point there will be replacement parts and I can replace it.

Nope you don't need a case... Enjoy the phone as is unlike people uglyfying the phone putting cases.
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Bei60 said:
Im ordering a Nexus 5 and I don't know if I should even buy a case. Im not a person who drops the phone a lot but I do put it on flat surfaces that made my GS3 scratch. Since both of the phones are practically plastic, I thought it might happen to the N5 as well.
I will get a screen protector for sure, but do I need a case?
Thanks.
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Do you "need" a case, probably not. Should you have one? Yes! In my experience, I've always used a case and the one time I didn't I dropped my phone and scratched it all up. After I scratched it I quit using a case since it was already damaged and lover the naked feel. Although I'm using a case for this beauty of a phone for sho!
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You don't need a case until you drop your phone, then you should have had a case.

It's like saying that you don't wear seatbelts because you don't get into accidents. Only takes one time.
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I liked to live dangerously
Rocking my Panther Black HTC One for 3 months, until.... it dropped from my pants pocket
Just one drop and the phone went ugly, got a big deep scratch on the speaker grill
Since then I decided to always use case and screen protector as long as there's GRAVITY
So far Diztronic TPU protects my Panther Nexus 5 nicely
(also slimmest case compared to SGP Slim Armor/Caseology TPU, still waiting for my Ringke Hybrid case to be delivered).

sxp123731 said:
I liked to live dangerously
Rocking my Panther Black HTC One for 3 months, until.... it dropped from my pants pocket
Just one drop and the phone went ugly, got a big deep scratch on the speaker grill
Since then I decided to always use case and screen protector as long as there's GRAVITY
So far Diztronic TPU protects my Panther Nexus 5 nicely
(also slimmest case compared to SGP Slim Armor/Caseology TPU, still waiting for my Ringke Hybrid case to be delivered).
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Should be fast as they deliver out of Texas