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Review of DBA Cases Complete Ultra w/pics!!! - General Accessories

This is a review of DBA Cases Complete Ultra for Note 2: http://www.dbacases.com/ultra-complete.html?SID=99e6f1d35efbe84a83ca89bb6514fdbd
You gotta have a lot of confidence to introduce a new Note 2 case 6+ months after the release of this popular phone. And in such over-saturated market with so many cases - in addition to confidence you also have to bring something new to the table in order to stand out from the crowd. Although DBA Cases has already established themselves with Ultra Complete series for iPhone 5 and S3, let's find out if they were able to pull this task with Note 2.
I don't have any previous experience with Ultra Complete series, so this was the first time I got a chance to test these. The case itself is a dual-layer design. I will talk more in details about each layer further in my review, but DBA took this dual-layer concept to a next level by offering a selection of 4 unique colors for its outer Ultra PC layer and 5 unique colors for its inner Ultra TPU layer where you can buy each one separately or in predefined combos as part of Ultra Complete. This way you no longer locked into the same color combination and able to mix'n'match different PC/TPU colors to dress up your N2 for any occasion. For the review purposes, I requested samples with Blue/Lime and Red/White combos to see how these will look with my white Note 2. In the pictures below, I took snapshots of different variations interchanging pieces of these two combos to give you an idea of how it works.
Now about the case itself. The combo of PC/TPU is very lightweight; on my scale it was 38g (1.4 oz). Inner TPU layer is thin, yet feels very durable. Typically similar dual-layer design cases have inner silicone sleeve for shock absorption which is usually too soft and pulls around the edges. This one is made out of a more rubbery material and holds better around the edges, although you do get some pull next to volume buttons (due to the large cutout). All the cutouts are very precise and aligned perfectly. Power/Volume are not covered, and cutout around those areas makes it very easy to access corresponding buttons. This inner TPU layer can even be used by itself. In addition to back matte finish, the side grip and bottom parts of the case which are outside of outer layer are thicker and glossy. The sides actually offers a very nice textured design for an additional grip - a very important detail. For an enhanced protection, this Ultra Complete design adds an outer PC layer. And let me tell you, I never seen anything like this. This is definitely not your typical Polycarbonate plastic material. First of all it has a very nice rubbery-soft coating which is anti-scratch, thanks to its triple coated process. For the test purpose, I tried to scratch it with my nail, driving it deep into the material - not a chance. Apparently this PC is some advanced Flex material which according to DBA used in bullet resistant glass and cockpit canopy of F-22 Raptor Jet Fighter. I know it's a mouthful, but I was able to completely bend it without snapping it in pieces and it flexed back to its original shape like brand new. I took a picture of that as well. So pretty much it's designed to flex instead of breaking if you drop the case. I also want to mention that this outer layer offers a very decent back and corner protection once assembled together with inner TPU layer. Also, captured in pictures, you get an acceptable lip around edges of the phone so you don't have to worry about putting it face down on the surface. I wish the lip would have been a little bit bigger since I'm using thicker tempered glass screen protector which leaves less margin. But in general, you can put your phone down on it's face without a worry of screen touching the surface or phone sliding across the surface. The same goes for outer layer which adds some nice friction where you don't have to worry about phone sliding across the slippery surface.
Overall, I was very pleased with this product. It's not just another dual layer variation of a typical phone case. From all the reading about this case and talking to Scott (the brain behind this product), I found out how much work went into the design and the selection of the material which made me appreciate it even more. Now, would I consider this to be a rugged case or for active outdoor use? Not really. I think its great for everyday typical use with a decent drop protection to give you a piece of mind. This case would definitely suit anybody who is looking for a thin lightweight case and was considering TPU but also needed something with a better grip and a drop protection. Ultra Complete fits this category perfectly!
Now, here are the pictures. First two shots had flash on which I corrected later by turning it off for the rest of the pictures where you can get a more accurate colors.
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I wanna know your secret for getting all these review samples lol. I'm going broke from buying all my stuff. Keep buying new cases every week or so. Usually buy 3 or 4 at a time. You do have the best reviews around tho. Most people think 2 sentences and a few pics equals a review.
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Contact the manufacturer directly. Explain to them what you do and why. Show some examples of your work. "This is the biggest part, they want verification you are actually doing what you say your going to do." Request said product for review.
Back when I worked for ATT I used to do this for Incipio. I would test the product and write reviews on a couple different websites for them. People always trust the review from a user over that off the manufacturer. And the non professional photos help because you actually can trust them.
But regardless Vectron, awesome review and I think im going to pick one of these up.
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-EViL-KoNCEPTz- said:
I wanna know your secret for getting all these review samples lol. I'm going broke from buying all my stuff. Keep buying new cases every week or so. Usually buy 3 or 4 at a time. You do have the best reviews around tho. Most people think 2 sentences and a few pics equals a review.
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Well, I think you answered your own question with that last sentence of how NOT to approach the review if you want to request a sample It's not just about get freebies, you have to build a portfolio of consistent work so manufacturers would trust you. And in general, its a lot of actual work. I can't even get into YT reviews because of lack of free time. Kris summarized it very well in his post above.
Btw, I do feel somewhere guilty when I read feedbacks about people liking my reviews so much they are saving money to buy more N2 accessories. I know it's your money to spend, and I'm probably somewhat guilty of having a more optimistic review outlook, although pictures can't lie Keep in mind, a lot of my reviews are based on first impression out of the box, and I do try to come back later and update posts with a more longer term impression. For those who already have these or even a similar product for another phone, and been using it for awhile - I would really appreciate a follow up comments/feedback with your own impressions either if you like it or hate it. I send review links to all the manufacturers and they do closely monitor these. So any positive or negative feedback will be extremely useful for them to improve the product.

Thanks for the review. I ordered blue and lime. Looks great and I need something slim with some sort of drop protection so I am very excited about this one.
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Vectron, how is this case compare to UAG? Are they in same category? Which one you prefer?

How thick is it compared to your usual TPU case?

sithjedi333 said:
How thick is it compared to your usual TPU case?
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With an exception of a slightly thicker side grips and bottom portion (the parts outside of PC layer) everything is on par with a typical TPU case.

VitaliyUvakin said:
Vectron, how is this case compare to UAG? Are they in same category? Which one you prefer?
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These are not in the same category, so it will be hard to compare. Although not exactly similar design, I would put this in Case-Mate Tough category because of inner rubber tpu and outter PC shell and being slim, although Ultra has an advantage of full inner layer coverage and better outer PC layer material. Also, option of different color combinations is a big plus. To be honest, for my specific needs I prefer UAG because of a thicker bumper and my use outdoors and in the lab at work. Also, I do so many reviews of different accessories that I'm in constant need to take case on'and'off where I prefer one molded piece design. But in comparison, UAG doesn't have as friendly grip due to it's squared off design and it's customization with a vent insert is not as bold as being able to interchange TPU and PC on Ultra.

I will probably still go with UAG based on your reviews, since it has another advantage over ultra : it fits in seidio convert holster.

VitaliyUvakin said:
I will probably still go with UAG based on your reviews, since it has another advantage over ultra : it fits in seidio convert holster.
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I just tested it out, and Ultra fits with CONVERT holster (a bit loose though, but secure due to it's spring-loaded latch) and ACTIVE holster (like a glove). What I forgot to mention in my previous reply the main reason why a thicker bumper of UAG is more important for me because I have thicker tempered glass protection.
To be honest, in a situation like this when you are split in between two cases - order both, test it out, and keep the one that you like. You never know, sometime you play around with each, and then realize they both are keepers Hopefully my reviews will help you to narrow it down out of the whole bunch of available cases, but at the end you will have to make your final decision because everybody has different needs and priorities.

I refuse to buy ACTIVE holster I just got my CONVERT today, UAG is coming tomorrow.
Note to self: stop reading vectron's reviews, spending way too much on accessories

Just received my blue and lime and it is awesome. I have 11 cases total and this is by far the best. Not mich bulk and looks like good enogh protection. Colors aee better than pictures
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I almost convinced. ..

For those interested in purchasing... promo code "olympics" gets u 20% off...and "ultra15" gets u $15 off two complete ultra cases...they don't combine though
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Promocode is good for direct site, or will on Amazon?

VitaliyUvakin said:
Promocode is good for direct site, or will on Amazon?
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Sorry for not specifying..its only good on their direct site...I havent tried it on amazon or anything although ive heard that they honor it sometimes
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chillaxnphilx said:
Sorry for not specifying..its only good on their direct site...I havent tried it on amazon or anything although ive heard that they honor it sometimes
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i just ordered on amazon. the promotion for "olympics" works. it takes off 20% ($5.60) per case.

Seems that DBA Cases got more colors in stock. From what I see on their website:
PC: Black, Blue, White
TPU: Black, Lime, Pink, Tangerine, White
Complete: Black/Black, Blue/Black, Blue/Lime, Poppy/Snow, Poppy/Tangerine, Snow/Black,
So you can either get a predefined combo, or choose your own combo with mix'n'match of PC and TPU.

FYI - The Note II Black/Black and White/Black Note II combo's are now for sale. Also you can now buy the Black, Blue and White PC separately - www.dbacases.com
Black looks awesome!!!!!
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As promised, I've finished my in-depth written review with a ton of close ups for those of you who asked in the video comments. If I missed anything you'd like me to follow up on just let me know and I'll be more than happy to include it.
Choosing a case that fits your personality is a unique experience. With so much competition and such awesome designs, it becomes harder and harder each year deciding how you're going to protect your precious investment. I bought the HTC One because I was taken back by the attention to detail and settling on a sub-par case would only do it an injustice. I've been sporting the Outland and Navigator cases by Urban Armor Gear for a little over a week now and all of my expectations have pretty much been blown out of the water.
DESIGN
The moment I took them out of their packaging, my initial reaction revolved around how light they felt in the hand. I knew before I even received them in the mail that the actual design was going to be extremely aggressive and it didn't disappoint. The exposed torx screw heads give an industrial touch that I had never seen before on any case. I'm almost positive they're not real screw heads but it is deceptively convincing plastic and you can't argue how rugged they make the case look and feel.
The inside is lined with a honeycomb texture which molds perfectly into the hard plastic. There's no danger of the materials accidentally damaging your phone thanks to the awesome quality control employed by UAG in their manufacturing process. Not a single excess piece of material is left protruding from the inside of the case or from any of the drilled cut outs.
The back of the case doesn't retain the curved back of the device which may be good news for those of you who like texting on a table. They incorporated small pegs on each of the back corners to help with skid protection while on a flat surface and they have worked really well for me so far.
It's important to note that my favorite feature of this case by far has been the easy to press volume buttons. They're not stiff in the slightest and provide an awesome tactile response when adjusting the sound. The power button on the other hand is a slightly different story, it works fabulous when your finger is directly centered above it but if you're off by just a little it becomes a wrestling match to try and get it to register your push. This may or may not be due to the raised design they chose to go with to incorporate a slit for the IR signal to flow through but it can get a bit annoying when you're in a hurry to turn on your device and your finger doesn't land perfectly on top.
The last thing worth mentioning is a fabulous addition to the charging port cutout. They recessed a thin wall of the rubberized silycon/TPU with a perfect rectangle around the entrance for the USB charging head. If you pick up any other case you may have lying around I'd bet the opening leaves plenty of room for you to accidentally miss and scratch up the chamfered edge or polymer lining on the HTC One but that isn't possible on the UAG cases. It is impossible to miss much less scratch the port surroundings and that is a huge advantage in my opinion. No one wants to see nicks or scratches on their aluminum device especially ones caused by such a frequent and necessary act.
I'm not quite sure what inspired UAG to come up with their signature design but when I look at the Navigator case all I can think of is my uncle's H2 Hummer. Everything from the groves on the doors to the black bumpers and especially the chromed out nameplate which UAG happens to mold into the back of the case with a brushed aluminum look.
Check them out side by side:
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BUILD QUALITY
There should be no doubt that these UAG cases are a tank when it comes to protection. I literally just slammed the white one multiple times into a sharp corner of my dining table (I'm sure my wife wouldn't approve if she found out) and apart from some wood stain transferring onto my Navigator case, there is absolutely no damage. The color that did transfer easily came off with a little spit and a shirt rub.
If you didn't catch me saying it in the video, these are composite cases which means they mold two different materials into a single piece allowing them to shave off weight and thickness while maintaining the full benefits of dual layers of protection.
The drilled holes for the camera and the flash give about a 2.5mm clearance and are the most accurately made of all the cases I have ever reviewed. You see absolutely nothing but glass when the phone is installed and that in itself is a major accomplishment.
The case wraps around the phone slightly providing about 2mm of face down protection so no need to worry about your screen getting scratched but just in case you have your doubts, UAG has included a high quality HD screen protector with every case. It's cut about a millimeter short of complete glass coverage but the quality of it is good enough to where I wouldn't send you off to buy a name brand one.
Color options include the following:
Outland (As seen here)
Navigator (As seen here)
Scout
Aero
CONCLUSION
I have a very short list of cases I would deem appropriate for business and pleasure and both the UAG Navigator and Outland are now on that list. They look phenomenal and provide unbelievable protection in a form fitting design. I would hope to see additional colors in the future so if you're like-minded feel free to drop them a line. Their lineup for the HTC One retail for $34.95 and standard shipping is included for free via USPS. I know I've seen many comments on the YouTube video saying that you decided to purchase thanks to my review so please let me know what you think of it if its already arrived.
Enjoy the pics:

Was creating another thread really necessary? Lol...anyways, thanks for the video.
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babymatteo said:
Was creating another thread really necessary? Lol...anyways, thanks for the video.
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Why would I post on the other thread when I've got my own set of opinions and content.
I plan on editing the first post after I've used the phone a few days and compiled an in-depth written review accompanied by close up pictures as I've done with every other review thread I've made.

That looks like it adds some bulk to the phone

vapor said:
That looks like it adds some bulk to the phone
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Yeah after looking at the video post-production I noticed that it made it look huge but trust me its not that bad. I would compare it to the Seidio Active or the Incipio DualPro CF or Shine (not the original DualPro) in thickness. It really feels nice in the hand.

ChrisM0678 said:
Yeah after looking at the video post-production I noticed that it made it look huge but trust me its not that bad. I would compare it to the Seidio Active or the Incipio DualPro CF or Shine (not the original DualPro) in thickness. It really feels nice in the hand.
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It's definitely a lot slimmer than the dual pro. I have both, and the dual Pro feels pretty massive in the hand. The UAG is significantly less offensive to hold on to.
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_MetalHead_ said:
It's definitely a lot slimmer than the dual pro. I have both, and the dual Pro feels pretty massive in the hand. The UAG is significantly less offensive to hold on to.
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Yeah the original DualPro is a tank. I wouldn't recommend against it but you have to need top of the line protection to justify the bulk and weight. Not to mention the lip is considerably larger than most other cases out there. In my personal opinion, UAG takes the cake. Now I'm not sure I would say the same between the DualPro CF and the UAG cases, they're both really nice in the hand.

ChrisM0678 said:
Why would I post on the other thread when I've got my own set of opinions and content.
I plan on editing the first post after I've used the phone a few days and compiled an in-depth written review accompanied by close up pictures as I've done with every other review thread I've made.
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Lol just trying to give you a hard time.
Anyways, do you prefer the UAG over the Otterbox Commuter series more? For protection but not adding too much bulk.
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I'm honestly not sure, I haven't gotten my hands on the Commuter

babymatteo said:
Lol just trying to give you a hard time.
Anyways, do you prefer the UAG over the Otterbox Commuter series more? For protection but not adding too much bulk.
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I prefer my UAG over my Commuter.

As promised, I've updated the post, hope you guys enjoy the close up images. Thanks!

I appreciate your video reviews, and this one is no different.
However I do think there is some merit in having one thread for the various cases. Everything UAG in the UAG thread, Dual Pro in the Dual Pro thread. Not really anything against you, it's just that XDA has this awful problem of duplication.

CocheseUGA said:
I appreciate your video reviews, and this one is no different.
However I do think there is some merit in having one thread for the various cases. Everything UAG in the UAG thread, Dual Pro in the Dual Pro thread. Not really anything against you, it's just that XDA has this awful problem of duplication.
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I completely agree with you about wishing everything could be self contained but unfortunately the current setup isn't catered to product review sub-forums. The whole reason people including myself review a product is to assist as many people as possible in making an educated purchasing decision. That would not be feasible if I posted on page 12 of someone else's thread primarily because XDA members are notorious for only reading the first and last page of any given thread.
You may also say that they could search if they were really interested in finding all of the available material on a specific case but the Search feature on XDA only brings up thread titles so that would be of no help if I buried it on a different thread. I honestly don't think its that big of a deal. To date there are only 4 UAG case reviews, 2 of them are purely video based, 1 is purely text based and mine is both. They all have something unique to offer so I don't see the big deal.
I will ultimately let the mods have the last word and if they wish for me to consolidate I will happily do so.

For what it's worth, I have no issue with there being a second thread for this great case. Like Chris said, it would be difficult for people to see his review if it was on page 12 of my thread. He clearly spent a lot of time putting his review together, he deserves to have it seen by as many people as possible. Not to mention this review is far better/more comprehensive than my own.
We can all live in harmony :good:

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For what it's worth, I have no issue with there being a second thread for this great case. Like Chris said, it would be difficult for people to see his review if it was on page 12 of my thread. He clearly spent a lot of time putting his review together, he deserves to have it seen by as many people as possible. Not to mention this review is far better/more comprehensive than my own.
We can all live in harmony :good:
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how does the case feel ? does it feel like a hard plastic ? or like a metallic plastic ?

readz_one said:
how does the case feel ? does it feel like a hard plastic ? or like a metallic plastic ?
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Definitely a hard plastic.

Anyone here getting flash photo wash-out using the white UAG case like I am? Going to call tomorrow and see if they have any comments or suggestions.
My case looks just like yours OP. White ring cutout around the lens and flash. Thought at first maybe it was supposed to be black.

Lauski said:
Anyone here getting flash photo wash-out using the white UAG case like I am? Going to call tomorrow and see if they have any comments or suggestions.
My case looks just like yours OP. White ring cutout around the lens and flash. Thought at first maybe it was supposed to be black.
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Haven't had to take any flash pictures but let me try to take a few and get back to you.

Had a UAG case for my Note II when I still had it. It was a great case; I might be picking one of these up. Liking both colors so far...

This is a review of UAG cases (Navigator and Scout) for Note 3. http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/products/navigator-glxn3 and http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/products/scout-glxn3
I'm not going to deny it, I have been a huge fan of UAG and have tested and reviewed all of their Galaxy cases. As a matter of fact, considering amount and variety of all other cases I've tested and reviewed in this forum/community - UAG is still my go to case for Note 2 when I don't use Zerolemon battery. What makes them so special? A perfect combination of protection, style, and how thin and lightweight these are at the same time. There is one simple reason people buy a case for their phone - to protect it. Often protection comes at a price of bulky design without any "personality". In my opinion, with UAG cases you don't have to worry about any of this!
Packaged in a very minimalistic box, in addition to a case itself you also find a screen protector with a cleaning kit. Although I never installed their screen protector, just from a quick examination it feels more premium than most of the stuff you get from ebay. I know its not the focal point of the product, but still a nice accessory to include to protect your screen from scratches. For anybody who is familiar with their S3 and S4 cases you will be greeted with a familiar design when you take out this Note 3 case out of the box. Previous users of Note 2 will react to this in two ways. Either you are going to realize how much you missed your interchangeable vents, or like me you will say "why the heck didn't we have this for our phones". I always preferred their original industrial solid back design rather then vented design, but that is just a matter of personal taste. As a matter of fact, there has been a lot of changes going from Note 2 to Note 3 version of this case, and overall improvements in comparison to previous versions of UAG case are noticeable.
The case is very lightweight at only 52 grams despite its composite design where hard outer PC shell is fused with a softer TPU-like inner soft impact resistant shell with a signature honeycomb pattern. The idea of such fused design makes the case thinner while still retaining a decent drop protection, and also adding a convenience of quick one-piece case removal without dealing with two separate shells. What surprised me the most is the fact that Note 3 is a bit larger in overall dimensions in comparison to Note 2, while UAG Note 3 case turned out to be narrower and a bit shorter then Note 2 case. In addition, N3 case has a more squared off shape which makes it less slippery and easier to grip. And speaking for grip, a new external honey-comb grip was added along the sides of the case to improve its handling. I found this design improvement to be very effective. Along with a sculptured industrial lines of the back design with decorative hex screws, UAG Note 3 case definitely has a much better grip. Although case feels slimmer, you still get the same rubber lip around the screen to lift the display with phone placed down or to provide a protection when dropped. You still get an enhanced corner protection, and rear skid pads that allowed phone to be placed on the back without any wobbling and keeping it from sliding on a smooth surface. And of course you get all the generous port openings to accommodate oversize usb cables and headphone connectors. Power and volume buttons have a very nice tactile feedback and can be easily located just by sliding your fingers along the side of the case. You also get a very generous opening for s-pen. One thing I do have to mention. Just like a found with other Note 3 cases from different vendors, some of them don't include a hole opening in the lower right corner for temperature/humidity sensor. It is not a hole for an extra mic, as some were suspecting originally. Is that a big deal? I don't think so, unless you need it as part of S-health app or something similar. Perhaps UAG will update their cases in the next batch to open this hole. But I would think for majority it's not going to be a show stopper.
Overall, I was VERY impressed and jealous with a new slick form factor and additional improved side grip on this new UAG Note 3 case in comparison to my Note 2 UAG case. The quality is still top notch, and it's one of the few slim cases that will give you a piece of mind in case of accidental drop. After reviewing all of their previous cases, and now looking at Note 3 case (even so I'm using display model of Note 3 for my review), my opinion still remains about UAG being one of the top cases for any smartphone. Just please keep in mind, there is a number of cheap counterfeits and cheesy imitators. All I have to say is that I had my Note 2 UAG Navigator (white) case for almost 9 months with a heavy duty use, and it still looks like brand without any scratches or color fading and all the fused layers still intact. I can guarantee you no imitation or counterfeit case will stand the same test of time.
Here are the pictures, including comparison to my Note 2 case.
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Note 3 vs Note 2

Awesome effort and pictures!!
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Thanks for this wonderful review. I cant wait to get my case now..
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Nice...!
Hey vectron..! Nice to see you here. Did you get the N3? Can see you have used only a dummy here. Loved all your reviews in N2 thread. Awesome stuff man. :good:

Nice review! Im happy I made the right decision on purchasing the UAG scout. Can't wait for it to arrive!:good:

Nice. One thing I cant see from the pics is there a cutout for the mic on the bottom right side of the phone? I have found very few cases that have all the cutouts for our phone.

Hmm, I liked the UAG case I had for my iPhone 5... It does look a tad bulky though... Might get one.
droidkevlar said:
Nice. One thing I cant see from the pics is there a cutout for the mic on the bottom right side of the phone? I have found very few cases that have all the cutouts for our phone.
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The OP says that's the hole for the temp/humidity sensor, and that there is no cutout.

DrVNM said:
Hey vectron..! Nice to see you here. Did you get the N3? Can see you have used only a dummy here. Loved all your reviews in N2 thread. Awesome stuff man. :good:
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As much as I think N3 is a step up from N2, I might just stick around and wait for N4 All the cases reviews will be done with a dummy
Btw, my main Review Index page (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2192333) has been moved to Forum->Accessories section of XDA. Moving forward, anything related specifically to a phone will be posted in that corresponding section, while all other gadgets and accessories such as external batteries, speakers, headphones, bluetooth devices, etc. will be posted in General Accessories section (http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=258).

could you take a picture of the case next to the note 3 from the sides so we can see thickness/width comparison? ty

UAG is a winner in every aspect..but
I am hoping that it will also allow the use of the Iloome brand tempered glass screen protector, or similar, in case that the built in screen protector is similar to the effective but ugly one like on the otterbox defender..( which is removable- although that technically voids the warranty.) I also ordered the uag, and the Iloome tempered glass..hoping that I can make them work together..which- I am quite optimistic.:good:

E4gt007 said:
I am hoping that it will also allow the use of the Iloome brand tempered glass screen protector, or similar, in case that the built in screen protector is similar to the effective but ugly one like on the otterbox defender..( which is removable- although that technically voids the warranty.) I also ordered the uag, and the Iloome tempered glass..hoping that I can make them work together..which- I am quite optimistic.:good:
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Don't worry they work fine together. I have the Uag case and the Iloome tempered glass on(the regular one not the flex) No issues at all.
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Is it missing a cutout on the bottom right hand corner? OP can you confirm that? I think its a mic if Im not mistaken but I dont see it in your pics

I am so glad they went back to the original design. I LOVE my Outlander UAG for my S3 but I hated the Note 2 Case design so never ordered it.
Now they have the outlander again for the Note 3 just ordered it today after picking up my Note 3 !! heck yeah I can't wait!

it's missing the cut out for the barometer/humidity sensor

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it's missing the cut out for the barometer/humidity sensor
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Yeah it is but I haven't noticed any significant difference in readings whether the phone is in it's case or not.
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uag case opinion..
Recieved the UAG case ( black ) for my new Note 3- Upon opening package,
I noticed its a 1 piece design- and then My impression- kind of sank. I didnt find any significant protection like I found on the otterbox defender. No silicone inner liner to absorb shock- and a simplistic design. attractive on outside Plus- a standard screen protector to apply.)- but didnt inspire confidence like I found with the defender.. I understand- its NOT meant to be as TOUGH..But- it was my fault for not getting more informed.
I spoke with trident, cyclops is very similar to defender- but much less than 59.95. Paid under 25.00 shipped. 3 part case. attractive- durable. and eases my fear of dropping phone accidentally. Using the Incipio metal case meanwhile-
brushed aluminum back- and decent lip around front. When the cyclops arrives- I will install the iloome tempered glass, and the holster from seidio. A bit of of overkill for some, Insurance to me. ( and I'm sure, many more feel the same way.) Granted- the uag is very attractive- But thats not enough to convince me if and when I accidentally drop my phone- that it will be unscathed... the moral of this story..read..read..read..get informed. Then decide.

the UAG is a dual layer "medium duty" case. it was never intended to provide the kind of protection a 3 pieces case provides.
a UAG and a glass front protector will provide 90% of the protection of the true "rugged" cases. I am so confident of this I am switching TOO the UAG.
the biggest bonus of the UAG comes in the most important location. Look at the corners. 100% the same protection as a true rugged case in the corners (where its really important) those extra thick corners are nice.
it is dual layer. so you have a polycarbonate skeleton inside (penetration protection) with the TPU outer (shock protection) its just "molded" into one piece instead of 2 or 3
where it does lack (but only ever so slightly) is front "depth" protection. a true rugged will sink the screen "deeper" into the case providing a very tiny bit more protection their. but not much.
if you need full face protection (holster style) then yes you need to switch to a true full on rugged case.
if you want true rugged full face holster AND ludicrous battery live wait two weeks and order the zero lemon with zero shock. very very impressive case. I have it for my Note II and I truly love the "feel" and "bulk" of the case and will get one for the Note 3 as well.

This offers better protection than the NeoHybrid without much more bulk or weight, right?
How about UAG with GLAS.tR, does that work?

denpanosekai said:
This offers better protection than the NeoHybrid without much more bulk or weight, right?
How about UAG with GLAS.tR, does that work?
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How thick is that glass?
I just finished applying an Illome flex glass at 0.14mm and it seems to fit just fine.
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Hey guys.
Does anyone know about the quality of the screen protector that comes with the UAG case? I have gadgetshieldz on my phone, wondering if i should apply the uAG protector.

This is a Review of HTC One (M8) cases from UAG. http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/collections/all#htc-one-m8
Actually, I have to apologize in advance. As part of my review work I'm doing in this forum, please check out a link in my signature, I receive a lot of accessories from different manufacturers. Since I just recently got Galaxy S5 for my wife, I receive a package with a number of UAG cases and they also included a nice selection for HTC One (M8). I don't have the actual phone, but figured take enough pictures for you to get an impression of this case. I have reviewed UAG cases for iPhone, S3, Note 2, S4, Note 3, and S5, and this has been my go-to case with every phone I get. So, I have not a single doubt in my mind the fitment of HTC One (M8) will be as impeccable as with any other previous UAG case I reviewed. Below is my review of the case impression which is a similar to S5 case review I just posted early today (applicable to M8 as well).
UAG definitely got this distinct industrial design look, which unfortunately has been copied lately by some low quality look-a-likes. With a lot of companies once they got a winning design, they just continue making the same cases scaled for the next phone, year after year. With UAG, they are constantly tweaking the design with new details to improve the grip, to have it thinner and more flexible while still retaining max protection, and even to improve the packaging. So starting with packaging, they finally got some refreshing colors to make their box more appealing. Of course, you still get a detailed description of the features on the front and on the back, including an official stamp of approval meeting MIL STD 810G-516.6 Military Drop-Test. It's about time to add this stamp of approval considering it has been already drop approved by thousands of it's users over the years, myself including. As a bonus, UAG also provided HD screen protector which I found to be a very nice gesture.
The case is very lightweight despite its composite design where hard outer PC shell is fused with a softer TPU-like inner soft impact resistant shell with a signature honeycomb pattern. The idea of such fused design makes the case thinner while still retaining a decent drop protection, and also adding a convenience of quick one-piece case removal without dealing with two separate shells. You also still have an enhanced corner protection which blends in nicely with the rest of the outline. One new additional element was added to the sides of the case in a form of a lower/upper grip pads on each side which haven't been present in the previous design. This enhances the grip and also makes sides look symmetrical. I found this design improvement to be very effective. Along with a sculptured industrial lines of the back design with decorative hex screws, UAG M8 case definitely has a much better grip. Although case feels slim, you still get the same rubber lip around the screen to lift the display with phone placed down or to provide a protection when dropped. Along with corner protection, you still get rear skid pads that allow phone to be placed on the back without any wobbling and keeping it from sliding on a smooth surface. And of course you get all the generous port openings to accommodate usb cables, over sized headphone connectors, camera, flash, mic, etc. Volume buttons (speaking from experience of all of their cases) have a very nice tactile feedback and can be easily located just by sliding your fingers along the side of the case. I also like how they put an inner trim around camera/flash opening to enable a glare-free flash.
Overall, I know it's hard to choose a case with every new phone because market is saturated with new additions almost every week. And most likely nobody gets just one case because we change it for different occasions or extended batteries, etc. But when you are making this deselection don't be fooled just by something that looks "cool", because at the end of the day the purpose of the case is to protect your phone. Well, that and also making it look cool at the same time But protection should be #1 priority, and if the case is made out of brittle plastic that will crack if dropped or cheap TPU material that will stretch and pull, or fused layers that will come undone - you might as well carry your phone naked. Otherwise, look for reputable companies that has been around for awhile, those which have a lot of feedback on Amazon, and those who don't just sell a case but actually offer a support to back it up. UAG is definitely of those companies, and I highly recommend and use their cases all the time.
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Anyone have any pics of the Clear UAG on an M8?
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that empty case does look good i must say
ok .. now get the phone in there get some meaning full shots

jags_the1 said:
that empty case does look good i must say
ok .. now get the phone in there get some meaning full shots
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You can see how the same cases look on white S5 in a review of UAG S5 cases I posted earlier today: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2722799

Jmack3d said:
Anyone have any pics of the Clear UAG on an M8?
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I got the clear one today and I'll have pictures up shortly. Need to charge the point-and-click.

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I got the clear one today and I'll have pictures up shortly. Need to charge the point-and-click.
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Awesome, I bought the Clear one today and it should be here tomorrow so I'd love to see how its gonna look

Pictures attached. It's a really nice case, albeit a little difficult to remove (not as bad as Poetic Atmosphere for M7, though).

Sisyphus306 said:
Pictures attached. It's a really nice case, albeit a little difficult to remove (not as bad as Poetic Atmosphere for M7, though).
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Thanks for the pics, I wish that last pic would of had the phone in it. The pics with the case on the phone were a bit dark but still gives me a good idea of the appearance

First of all: There already is a thread here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2714087&page=5
Secondly: The case is, compared to the one for the S5, worse in quality.
Just compare the volume rockers! The S5 has bigger and better built ones! All of the pictures are from @vectron!
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Also, the solution to get the light from the IR diode from the M8 "through" the case is really cheap! They just cut a hole.
As a result, the button itself feels weird, and the one I had collapsed easily.
And now the worst part: How the phone is held in place inside the case.
They use thin rubber pillars to hold it for the M8, whereas they mold the softer plastic nicely into shape.
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I really don't know why.
Thank you @vectron for the images from this, and the S5s thread.
Cheers!

This case looks pretty good, despite some of its obvious flaws.
However, I had to buy an Otterbox.
I don't even like the otterbox for the m8, I think it looks plain and boring, and it just covers up the beauty of the m8. But I work in a dirty/dusty place, and I NEED the rubber port covers to keep the crud out of my headphone and charger ports. On my old phone, I had to use a toothpick to dig out the bull**** that collected inside my ports. For some reason, otterbox is the only company that seems to be using port covers.
If the UAG had rubber port covers, which I don't understand why it doesn't. I probably would have bought the UAG instead.

Hey everyone. I also received the UAG case for review on my channel and website. I did notice the volume rockers were made of a different material than on the Galaxy S4 model from last year, but I think it's due to how the buttons are on the M8. The material and everything is still very solid and high quality though.
If you have any questions about the case feel free to let me know! :good:

I have the all black. It looks great but I hate how slippery it is in my hands. I miss my Otterbox where just enough soft rubber stuck out from the inner sleeve that it really stuck in my hand.

Just got my clear UAG case! Hands down best case I've owned. The gunmetal color of the m8 shows through the back of the case and looks amazing.
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Got the clear one yesterday here are some pics.

That clear UAG one would have looked great if they had repositioned their logo. The OCD in me would not be able to take how the vertical logo covers the horizontal HTC logo.
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I got this case today on my mail (Rust Color). Brought it on Amazon last Monday.
I must Say the Case feel great on the phone. One of people biggest concerns with the first batch of cases was that the camera ring wasn't a perfect fit. I can happily say this have been fixed. My brother have a UAG on his S3, My wife have one on her S4 and I can say that this one feels as sturdy as the S3 and S4 version.
Now, some pictures for your pleasure:

Hmm, can't see the pics
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hxdrummerxc said:
This case looks pretty good, despite some of its obvious flaws.
However, I had to buy an Otterbox.
I don't even like the otterbox for the m8, I think it looks plain and boring, and it just covers up the beauty of the m8. But I work in a dirty/dusty place, and I NEED the rubber port covers to keep the crud out of my headphone and charger ports. On my old phone, I had to use a toothpick to dig out the bull**** that collected inside my ports. For some reason, otterbox is the only company that seems to be using port covers.
If the UAG had rubber port covers, which I don't understand why it doesn't. I probably would have bought the UAG instead.
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The trident aegis series also has all ports covered, and for phones that have speakers or openings on the back they put a screen/mesh filter over those as well. I had one for an S2 back in the day, and I loved the case. Only reason I don't have them for my current phone is that I got hooked on kickstand cases, and they don't have those in anything but their defender equivalent case.

I'm debating between the clear uag or rust case and I'm wondering does the flash glare with either of those colors? If someone could test that out, I would definitely appreciate it.
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onthezone said:
I'm debating between the clear uag or rust case and I'm wondering does the flash glare with either of those colors? If someone could test that out, I would definitely appreciate it.
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I havent tried Night pictures with the case on but I'll let you know later . I could upload some sample pictures too
EDIT: This was taken in a Pitch black room with the Case. Soo.. No glare

This is a Review of Urban Armor Gear (UAG) cases for Samsung Galaxy Note 4.
In this review I'm going to look at Scout/Black version, available directly http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/products/galaxy-note-4-case-black or from Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/URBAN-ARMOR-GEAR-Samsung-Galaxy/dp/B00O3AE982/ and
Maverick/Clear version: http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/products/galaxy-note-4-case-clear or from Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/URBAN-ARMOR-GEAR-Samsung-Galaxy/dp/B00O3AE9DW/
For what it worth, I've tested and shared with you A TON of reviews of different smartphone cases, and always try to be unbiased in my write ups. But the truth of the matter, at the end of the day I'm still coming back to and use most of the time UAG cases on all of our phones. Of course it's a matter of a personal preference, but for me UAG cases represent a perfect blend of protection without adding a bulk and a practical style without being too flashy. Smartphones don't come cheap these days, either if you are paying full price or even on a contract. If you factor in a trend of regular smartphones approaching phablet size territory, they are also not as easy to handle in your hands or in and out of the pocket. Therefore, I consider a good case to be a wise investment to protect your phone from accidental drops and scratches, despite how tough you think they build or the promises of next gen Gorilla glass you hear about.
So what makes UAG cases so special? Besides meeting Military Standards drop test, I like their idea of composite design where they fuse a hard PC outer shell with a soft impact resistant honeycomb pattern inner shell forming a single piece case. There are a number of 2-piece cases with inner soft sleeve and outer hard shell to hold it together, but sometime I don't feel like dealing with 2 separate pieces of assembly where UAG lightweight design takes care of that. But I do have to comment that in comparison to all of my previously reviewed UAG cases for Note 2, Note 3, Galaxy S4, and Galaxy S5 - I found Note 4 case fitment to be tighter where you need to apply extra force, starting at the corners, to get the phone out. For those who are constantly switching your batteries and need a quick removal of the case, you will probably get a bit frustrated and can find UAG case for Note 4 to be not your cup of tea. I confirmed with both Black and Clear version of the case, and it was equally a bit on a tighter side. For me personally it's not a show stopper and actually gives an extra peace of mind knowing that if I drop my phone it will not separate from the case, as well as less dirt and dust gets under the case cover.
As I previously mentioned, the outside of the case is made out of a hard PC material, but it feels very comfortable and secure in your hand due to a soft textured rubber grip areas located symmetrically on the sides of the case. Furthermore, the top and the bottom of the phone is covered in rubber bumpers with reinforced corners and a rubber bumper going around the front edge of the display to allow you placing Note 4 face down without touching the screen. This bumper also has enough depth to accommodate any film screen protector or a typical tempered glass one. And speaking for screen protector, UAG included one as part of the accessories, along with a cleaning cloth. It's a nice bonus to have to protect your screen from scratches or if you are researching to get tempered glass protector. Due to a nature of Note 4 slopped down edges, the included screen protector provides just enough coverage for the visible flat area of the display.
Though protection is important, case also needs to keep your phone fully functional. Starting with power and volume up/down buttons, those are covered for protection, easy to push thanks to a clever side cutout, and have a nice hardware-like design/texture to easy locate them just by sliding your finger. Even so buttons are easy to push, you still get a nice tactile response. At the top, you get very generous cutouts for all the ports including headphone opening to accommodate even oversized plugs. At the bottom, micro usb opening is also VERY generous to accommodate even extra large plugs. S-pen opening is wide enough to access it even with your thumb, and it still has a good corner protection around that area. When it comes to both mic openings at the bottom, I'm happy to report UAG case accommodates even my Verizon Note 4 where as many of you aware the left mic is shifted in comparison to every other Note 4. The speaker opening on the back is precise, and camera/flash cluster has one common opening with a black inner rubber trim to deflect flash reflection and to provide an easy access to a sensor next to the flash. Furthermore, you have 4 scratch resistant skid pads in the corners on the back to keep phone leveled and to prevent sliding when placed on the back, even on a slippery glass surface.
The case comes in 5 different colors, and hopefully I will be able to get other colors for review so I can show you all the colors on my white Note 4. The colors are Navigator (white), Scout (black), Aero (blue), Rust (orange), and Maverick (clear). Solid colors are not just your basic common colors; they have a unique color shade and a tough scratch resistant finish. I used my white Navigator with Note 2 for almost two years and it still looks like brand new with exactly the same color shade. It's true I used to be a fan of white color cases, until... I saw Maverick and put it on my Note 4 for the first time. This is a case that's going to stay permanently on my phone! It has a slightly different design since in order to keep the back transparent there is no soft inner lining on the back, while UAG still used a honeycomb pattern etched into the hard shell for inner impact resistant layer. The transparent effect is really cool and gives the back of the phone a unique 3D look.
Overall, UAG always been my highly recommended case and still is for Note 4. Even with a tighter fit which can be a hassle if you are one of those road warriors who swaps their battery in the middle of the day, I still find it adequate to provide an excellent protection for my $700 Note 4 and to showcase my phone in style without adding too much bulk. As a matter of fact, when I put my Note 4 next to Note 2, both wearing UAG case, I found Note 4 overall to be thinner, slimmer, and just a tiny bit longer. Also, for those who point out other similar looking single piece cases that imitate UAG industrial design style - keep in mind that you can imitate the look, but you can't imitate the build and the material quality. That will become very apparent when those look-a-like cases start fading out or end up with scratches or separated layers after the drop. As a mentioned above, I have been using my UAG cases for years and they still look like new.
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Out with an old, In with a new: Note 4 vs Note 2 in UAG cases:

Always the best reviews and counter tops. Thank You.

felloffthetruck said:
Always the best reviews and counter tops. Thank You.
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Did you notice any scratches or scuffs on the shiny chamfered edges after removing the phone from the case?
I believe the white Navigator would also look sharp on the white Note 4.

I have the maverick on my note 4 black version. I have to say that the maverick looks better on the white Note. Very nice review.
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Did you notice any scratches or scuffs on the shiny chamfered edges after removing the phone from the case?
I believe the white Navigator would also look sharp on the white Note 4.
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Didn't notice any scratches. I also think after awhile of break in, the case might loosen up a bit. I guess the next month will be busy with case reviews so I will be taking it on and off a lot, but after that - Maverick is stay on permanently. Hopefully will get Navigator for review and update pics.
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I have the maverick on my note 4 black version. I have to say that the maverick looks better on the white Note. Very nice review.
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Do you have a picture to share? Wondering if black Note 4 will look cool with Maverick once battery cover is removed. Though I'm not a big fan of it because dust will make it's way under the case, I think it will look sick on a black N4 with clear case and no battery cover.

Thanks so much for the reviews and detailed pics! I threw down an order at Amazon today and almost grabbed the SUPCASE w/ holster, just so that I'd have some protection already for when I get my N4 (next week? a bit after?... ), then planning on getting a super primo case & a quality tempered glass screen saver.... I've always dug UAG cases, but have never had one, I'd guess that most of my phone's have been covered by Seidio's. However, I ditched it a while ago, as the lack of cover on the top and bottom bezel (let alone port covers, which I'm pretty big on), and the Surface Flip I had for my N3 was rather poorly planned re: the kickstand placement.
Anyway, UAG should toss you some commission, I'm sold! I'm also very curious how the black N4 looks in the clear Maverick; the white looks fan-freaking-tastic! To the degree that I would consider, the practically unheard of move of, going back from black, strictly to rock that case! Perhaps a pic will be posted to compare
One question for the UAG aficionados: I don't recall if they all have built-in screen protectors, but how are the screen protectors on the cases that have them? Are they high quality, or would you all recommend replacing them? I was checking out that one that they sell at T-mobile (can't recall the brand... the one that has the "laminator" installation thing) and thought that one looks pretty nice; at least the likelihood of a perfect installation would be higher. I'd like to (well, more than "like to", this is a necessity as far as I'm concerned) walk out of the store with my new phone fully protected, would just ordering the UAG case by itself be sufficient, or should I also include a screen protector?
Thanks again man for sharing your thoughts / observations and all of those detailed pics! :good:

jazzmachine said:
Thanks so much for the reviews and detailed pics! I threw down an order at Amazon today and almost grabbed the SUPCASE w/ holster, just so that I'd have some protection already for when I get my N4 (next week? a bit after?... ), then planning on getting a super primo case & a quality tempered glass screen saver.... I've always dug UAG cases, but have never had one, I'd guess that most of my phone's have been covered by Seidio's. However, I ditched it a while ago, as the lack of cover on the top and bottom bezel (let alone port covers, which I'm pretty big on), and the Surface Flip I had for my N3 was rather poorly planned re: the kickstand placement.
Anyway, UAG should toss you some commission, I'm sold! I'm also very curious how the black N4 looks in the clear Maverick; the white looks fan-freaking-tastic! To the degree that I would consider, the practically unheard of move of, going back from black, strictly to rock that case! Perhaps a pic will be posted to compare
One question for the UAG aficionados: I don't recall if they all have built-in screen protectors, but how are the screen protectors on the cases that have them? Are they high quality, or would you all recommend replacing them? I was checking out that one that they sell at T-mobile (can't recall the brand... the one that has the "laminator" installation thing) and thought that one looks pretty nice; at least the likelihood of a perfect installation would be higher. I'd like to (well, more than "like to", this is a necessity as far as I'm concerned) walk out of the store with my new phone fully protected, would just ordering the UAG case by itself be sufficient, or should I also include a screen protector?
Thanks again man for sharing your thoughts / observations and all of those detailed pics! :good:
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The one that comes with the UAG case is decent.

You can see the black Note 4 in the clear Maverick case here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/note-4/accessories/buy-uag-case-note-4-t2900552/page4
You will have to click the links though.

Excellent review, made me have no regrets with my purchase of the UAG case this afternoon. It is on the pricey side but I am paying for peace of mind and expect any problems with my case to be taken care of by UAG since they do make a premium on these cases.
I do have a potential regret that I did not get the Maverick over the Scout but time will tell...

Here's what is like to know. Can you still put the phone in your pocket with this case on it? If not I think I'd rather order one of the cases that come with a holster.
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Mato_Hota said:
Here's what is like to know. Can you still put the phone in your pocket with this case on it? If not I think I'd rather order one of the cases that come with a holster.
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From my experience, shorts with slanted pockets is no problem. Jeans with straight pockets can be a bit of a hassle (more because of the size of the phone than the case). The plastic on the case is fairly hard and isn't sticky like silicone so it slides out of the pocket well, but in the case of straight pockets it also makes the phone itself harder to grasp and yank out.
My only complaints about the UAG case are the fake torx heads (this one really bothers me) and the volume rocker buttons are a tad stiff. The fitment, however, is excellent.
Also worth noting: The difference in durometer between the "hard" outter and "soft" inner is not large. The "soft" is still pretty rigid.

As always, fantastic review, my friend :good:. I really like the look of the Maverick. I may consider buying it. UAG definitely are top notch with their quality. I had them for my Note 2 and 3 as you remember. I've dropped my phone multiple times in the UAG and it was protected each and every time. Those of you considering it vs other similar tough cases...it really is a no brainer in terms of quality/durability/size.
@vectron, have you found a good screen protector yet? The other two I tried had halos, and I haven't yet opened up my SuperShieldz one yet. I might do that tomorrow. Thanks, Alex!

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Didn't notice any scratches. I also think after awhile of break in, the case might loosen up a bit. I guess the next month will be busy with case reviews so I will be taking it on and off a lot, but after that - Maverick is stay on permanently. Hopefully will get Navigator for review and update pics.
Do you have a picture to share? Wondering if black Note 4 will look cool with Maverick once battery cover is removed. Though I'm not a big fan of it because dust will make it's way under the case, I think it will look sick on a black N4 with clear case and no battery cover.
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You guys crack me up No commission from UAG, but I will get the rest of the colors sent to me for review and post pictures with other colors! For those who are not familiar with my review work on XDA (and also AndroidForums and Head-fi), I work with a lot of manufacturers and periodically get review samples. You can see a complete list of all of my reviews if you follow a link in my sig. It's one of those hobbies that sometime feels like a full time job
Regarding screen protectors, obviously we have seen a lot of problems with tempered glass ones already released. One that hasn't been mentioned yet is from Zerolemon guys. I received a review sample yesterday and hopefully will be able to install it and let you know about it in a few days. iSmooth is sending me their film protector for review, so I want to try it first before tempered glass.

Did you ever get the white UAG case in? Would love to see what it looks on the white Note 4.

That clear case definitely has a wow factor to it unlike any other case I've seen.

borijess said:
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Mine will be here Thursday. Can't wait.

On my second UAG both white on white Note 4 and S5 . Always had otterbox commuter before, but I'm sold. Screenprotector included is really okay too. Good product and free worldwide shipping is a plus too

I got the Aero, blue, yes it is a tight fit but I wont be taking it on and off constantly.
So long as it DOES NOT SCRATCH the polished bezel when I take it on/ off or over time and it keeps general dirt/grit from getting inside I will be quite happy with it.
Main reason I bought it was the slim design and for the Milspec shock protection cause at some point it will get dropped.
Also Most of the car holders will not hold a phone in a case wider than 85mm or 3.4"
The Note 4 in the case is 157 x 83 x 12mm.
So hopefully it will fit in the exomount CD slot holder I have chosen.
Trying to avoid anything with a suction cup or magnets or that needs to be drilled or adhesive'd to the car.
Even the Exomount type sticky silicone suction cups many swear by but others reckon they will not adhere to the dash as advertised.
Here are some reviews. there are plenty of youtube reviews too-
http://androidforums.com/samsung-galaxy-note-4/879044-review-uag-cases-note-4-w-lots-pics.html
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2514292
http://urbanarmorgear.blogspot.com.au/2013/05/otterbox-commuter-vs-uag.html

This is a Review of Urban Armor Gear (UAG) cases for Samsung Galaxy S6. http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/products/galaxy-s6-case-white (available on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/URBAN-ARMOR-GEAR-Samsung-Galaxy/dp/B00SXFEA9Q/)
For what it worth, I've tested and shared with you A TON of reviews of different smartphone cases, and always try to be unbiased in my write ups. But the truth of the matter, at the end of the day I'm still coming back to and use most of the time UAG cases on all of our phones at home. Of course it's a matter of a personal preference, but for me UAG cases represent a perfect blend of protection without adding a bulk and a practical style without being too flashy. Smartphones don't come cheap these days, either if you are paying full price or even on a contract. Therefore, I consider a good case to be a wise investment to protect your phone from accidental drops and scratches, despite how tough you think they build or the promises of next gen Gorilla glass you hear about.
So what makes UAG cases so special? Besides meeting Military Standards drop test, I like the idea of composite design where they fuse a hard PC outer shell with a soft impact resistant honeycomb pattern inner shell forming a single piece case. There are a number of 2-piece cases with inner soft sleeve and outer hard shell to hold it together, but sometime I don't feel like dealing with 2 separate pieces of assembly where UAG lightweight design takes care of that. Especially for those who like to “accessorize” with different color cases, it’s always a plus to be able to quickly remove the case without fiddling around.
As I previously mentioned, the outside of the case is made out of a hard PC material, but it feels very comfortable and secure in your hand due to a soft textured rubber grip areas located symmetrically on the sides of the case. Furthermore, the top and the bottom of the phone is covered in rubber bumpers with reinforced corners and a rubber bumper going around the front edge of the display to allow you placing S6 face down without touching the screen. This bumper also has enough depth to accommodate any film screen protector or a typical tempered glass one. And speaking for screen protector, UAG included one as part of the accessories, along with a cleaning cloth. It's a nice bonus to have, to protect your screen from scratches, or if you are researching to get tempered glass protector.
Though protection is important, case also needs to keep your phone fully functional. Starting with power and volume up/down buttons, those are covered for protection, easy to push thanks to a clever side cutout, and have a nice hardware-like design/texture to easy locate them just by sliding your finger. Though buttons are easy to push, you still get a nice tactile response. At the top, you get very generous cutouts for all the ports. At the bottom, micro usb opening is also VERY generous to accommodate even extra large plugs, headphone opening accommodates even oversized plugs, and speaker opening is wide open. On the back, camera/flash cluster has one common opening with a black inner rubber trim to deflect flash reflection and to provide an easy access to a sensor next to the flash. Furthermore, you have 4 scratch resistant skid pads in the corners on the back to keep phone leveled and to prevent sliding when placed on the back, even on a slippery glass surface. The case comes in different colors with a unique color shade and a tough scratch resistant finish.
Overall, UAG always been my highly recommended case and still is for S6. I can’t count how many times I dropped my Note 2 and even Note 4 with UAG case, even on a concrete floor. Just keep in mind, tempered glass is a must have for your display protection, film screen protector only keeps scratches away. Also, for those who point out other similar looking single piece cases that imitate UAG industrial design style - keep in mind that you can imitate the look, but you can't imitate the build and the material quality. That will become very apparent when those look-a-like cases start color fading or end up with scratches or separated layers after the drop. As a mentioned above, I have been using my UAG cases for years and they still look like new.
Here are the pictures.
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Have always loved that Black & White UAG case.

I am on the same boat, I used to buy at least 10 plus case every time I would get a new phone until I was introduced to the UAG cases.
This is all I buy now, it saves me so much money
I currently own a s6 edge and the UAG ash.

Thank you op! I bought a cappy joto case to keep it kind of safe until i found the perfect case for me and I think this is the one.

I have the black UAG case on my S6 and I love it. Low profile but still solid protection for the phone. Had one on my M8 as well.

Only wish it had port covers like the Commuter.

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Only wish it had port covers like the Commuter.
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There are always pros/cons to these port covers Good for headphone jack if you don't use it as often or use wireless most of the time, keeps dust away. But with micro-usb port - I use my phones in the car as Nav all the time plugged into charger, and having port cover is a major PITA, especially when it puts a pressure on the cable which bends the connector. Wireless Qi charging is the fastest without any case to keep the distance as short as possible (with case, it slows it down).
But that is a beauty of having all these different cases - choose whatever suits your needs!
Btw, I will be getting a few other UAG colors for review to share more pictures with you guys/gals, and also will be getting S6 Edge cases soon as well for more reviews.

I LOVE the look of my UAG case. My little problem with my Ash colored case is that its starting to collect a lot of noticeable scratches on the backside, but I guess that's a standard problem with transparent cases...

I tried three cases and settled on the UAG. I don't use the screen protector. This is a really good case but I wish that the case had a bit more of a non-slip quality. Otterbox is so much more bulky but it never slid off any surface.

Is there any drop test available? Their product looks good but the performances.. eurk

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Is there any drop test available? Their product looks good but the performances.. eurk
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If you want to promote a case of a company YOU WORK for (do you think we are stupid and can't see that you created an account on XDA with every post promoting rhino cases?!?), then create a separate post with a review and let other users chime in with their feedback. But if you gonna troll around our community with BS posts such as the one above - your account will be deleted. Take it as a first warning.

I got a number of requests asking me to show other available UAG case colors and how it looks with my S6 white display model. So here it is, every UAG Galaxy S6 case color!!! I know, it's hard to pick a favorite one. Even so I typically go with a white Navigator, I really like their new transparent Maverick and transparent/gray Ash colors. They create a cool 3D transparent effect like no other cases I have seen. Also, in comparison to a more stiff and plasticky Maverick I reviewed with Note 4, this new updated version for S6 (both Maverick and Ash) is a little more flexible and easier to put on and take off the phone.
Overview of all colors - http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/collections/all#samsung-galaxy-s6
Navigator (white) - http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/products/galaxy-s6-case-white
Outland (rusty/orange) - http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/products/galaxy-s6-case-orange
Scout (black) - http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/products/galaxy-s6-case-black
Aero (blue) - http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/products/galaxy-s6-case-blue
Maverick (clear, ice) - http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/products/maverick-galaxy-s6-case
Ash (transparent gray) - http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/products/galaxy-s6-case-ash

Nice, if you ever need to part with any of the extras, I sure could use that black one.

Hey Vectron!
I wish I did! but just like you I just like to push a brand I like to make sure they get enough support and come up with more colors and products for my devices I believe start ups with REAL innovation should be pushed harder!
Sorry for criticizing a brand you like~ I'll try to be more considerate next time!

I'm with you on this opinion, great case no downsides.

Uag is awesome I don't think anyone would down play there protection. Unless they were pushing a bumper that no one buys. It's okay if you push your product don't question a proven one. Uag has provided there real reviews
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R寶雄 said:
Hey Vectron!
I wish I did! but just like you I just like to push a brand I like to make sure they get enough support and come up with more colors and products for my devices I believe start ups with REAL innovation should be pushed harder!
Sorry for criticizing a brand you like~ I'll try to be more considerate next time!
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Maybe you also wish your real name would be "Bao Xiong" according to chinese translation of your Rhino-寶雄 screen name?
Sorry, we don't play games here. If you question my review motives, please visit my Review Page on XDA: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2192333 - with HUNDREDS of reviews covering multiple DOZENS of different brands. I reviewed quite a number of cases for a lot of the phones. I have thousands of Posts on XDA and received thousands of Thanks for my work. My favoring of UAG is based on my personal preference and comparison to most of the other popular and well known cases. I don't get paid by UAG to review their products, but I do get their review samples, just like I get review sample of every other case I write about. On the other hand, YOU do WORK for Rhino Marketing and get paid to promote their bumpers. That is a big difference

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Uag is awesome I don't think anyone would down play there protection. Unless they were pushing a bumper that no one buys. It's okay if you push your product don't question a proven one. Uag has provided there real reviews
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... is there something wrong with the Rhino Bumper? I just bought one today based off of other reviews I read online (well, mainly because of the $15 price difference between it and the UAG), but I still have a couple of days to cancel the order.
Thanks!

KWoods41 said:
... is there something wrong with the Rhino Bumper? I just bought one today based off of other reviews I read online (well, mainly because of the $15 price difference between it and the UAG), but I still have a couple of days to cancel the order.
Thanks!
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There is absolutely NOTHING wrong with Rhino bumper For all I know, it could be a cool bumper case. I remember bumpers were cool 3 years ago, just outdated now because phones got bigger and more fragile. We are just p!ssed about their marketing guy trying to troll other review threads with his trash posts. As a matter of fact, I would encourage you once you get yours, create a review thread, post pictures, tell others what you do like and don't like about it. Let that "rhino" guy comment in that thread.
I just don't understand why so many companies create account on xda, and make every single post about their product in a sneaky way reply in other threads. At least mix it up with other posts, to make it less suspicious lol!!! Why not write your own review about a product, and let people comment and post in there, and you can direct others to your post. But since they don't have [email protected] to do it themselves, you show them initiative with your review bud!

wireless charging with this case on ?
Does the wireless charger work with this case on the s6 ?