I'm thinking about getting either the Ghost Armor Matte clear skin, or the BestSkinsEver Matt skin. The ghost armor one is a lot more expensive. Is it better than BSE? I currently have a minimal tpu case on my Ones. I rarely drop my device so it would be mostly to protect the body from everyday scratches as I want to show off the phone instead of case it (I'm more worried about my black one getting scraped up than my silver one)
Has anyone tried both? Thoughts? Do they really protect the phone from everyday stuff? I think the ghost armor is like double the price over BSE, if anyone has tried both is it worth the price difference over the BSE?
Thanks
graffixnyc said:
I'm thinking about getting either the Ghost Armor Matte clear skin, or the BestSkinsEver Matt skin. The ghost armor one is a lot more expensive. Is it better than BSE? I currently have a minimal tpu case on my Ones. I rarely drop my device so it would be mostly to protect the body from everyday scratches as I want to show off the phone instead of case it (I'm more worried about my black one getting scraped up than my silver one)
Has anyone tried both? Thoughts? Do they really protect the phone from everyday stuff? I think the ghost armor is like double the price over BSE, if anyone has tried both is it worth the price difference over the BSE?
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I have bse matte and love it
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Not sure about the other
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I have bse matte and love it
Not sure about the other
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Nice, was it a PITA to put on? How's it feel once it's on?
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Nice, was it a PITA to put on? How's it feel once it's on?
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It really wasn't bad if you have used these in the past. Putting it on this phone was the easiest I have ever had. My One XL was a pain because of the corners but this just hopped right on. I didnt have to hold the skin down on the corners until it dried like I have had to do on other phones.
BSE also has great service, they replace without much of a hassle. They also ship so fast, I had it in 2 days.
It feels a lot better than the pasticy feel of the normal skins, it is sometimes hard to tell (on back) that it is on. You can tell the cold and warm-ness of the metal is muted a little. All in all a good experience. Just make sure you have the grill skins on perfect before it dries... I was careless and the topp on was going off and hurt my ear during calls. I also trapped a piece of hair under the front screen (bugs me pretty bad haha)
As you can tell from the pictures it doesn't have the glossy look that most invisible skins have.
I'm so tempted to go this route after seeing pictures of the matte finish. I've tried ghost armor in the past and it's always been a good product but yes it's a lot more expensive. Good thing is that they will offer lifetime warranty and install for you whenever you want a new one or something.
My only fear is installing it myself. I've done so in the past but doing the front now with the speakers rather scares me of getting water inside of them. Anyone else do this with no real problem?
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When I had my S2 I went through a lot of screen protectors, the one that I stuck with was the SGP Steinheil Matte series.
It was the only one that didn't give me a rainbow shimmer effect.
I want a matte screen protector for my Gnex but it seems SGP doesn't make one yet for the Gnex.
I bought a highly rated matte screen protector from Amazon called Sir Lancelot's Armor, and it sucked big time. I kept it for about 15 minutes before ripping it out.
Any hints guys?
I hate swyping with my glossy screen.
I know this is gonna sound goofy but i actually think the screen protecter that comes with the otterbox defender is quite matte, and does a decent job of "reducing the rainbows" If it were. Definitely a case with great build quality and if you don't have asurion (not sure what your carrier does for phone insurance) then it would also be something id recommend (dropped the phone in that case a good 5-10x without the slightest ding, or scratch...I know you weren't looking for cases but most "good" stick on ones have been glossy that I've seen...
I picked up a 3 pack of matte screen protectors off Amazon last week and just installed one last night. It only cost about $2.99 free shipping. They've passed my polarized sun glasses to test.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B006H5O9AY/ref=cm_sw_r_an_am_ap_am_us?ie=UTF8
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so far,I have bought a couple of the matte one's for my GN. But on whiter backgrounds it looks weird with grains.
Im using a matte screen proctector but i dont see no wierd color on white backgrounds...
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The Ringke Slim case comes with 2 dry application screen protectors that are Matt and worked with the case very well.. I used it for a while until I got the XO Skin. I switched because I like the clear look better then the matt look.
These might be the screen protectors.
http://www.rearthusa.com/Galaxy-Nexus-Ultimate-Clear-PLUS_p_302.html
I've been using BasalGuardz on mine. I love em.
http://www.amazon.com/BasalGuardz-S...2BGK/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1335808780&sr=8-3
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Im using a matte screen proctector but i dont see no wierd color on white backgrounds...
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Which case are you using if you don't mind...and what is the benefit of having a matte screen protector?
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Doesnt leave fingerprint....
I have a couple of extra that i dont need ....
And im using a Clear TPU hard case
Its clear hard from the back, And the side its TPU white...
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Which case are you using if you don't mind...and what is the benefit of having a matte screen protector?
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Doesnt leave fingerprint....
I have a couple of extra that i dont need ....
And im using a Clear TPU hard case
Its clear hard from the back, And the side its TPU white...
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Okay yea i saw the case on ebay, I thought it was just a bumper...still a nice case though. But I wasn't looking for a case, rarely use my phone with a case so I figured I tried a bumper. But I will probably try to get a matte screen
The links you have provided are goo protectors but the suppliers dont deliver it to AUS!
I'm currently using a standard black soft case but am looking for a change of pace.. What are you guys using? What works well for you?
Well, im using a pretty cheap one with kickstand which i really like. Found it on ebay at about USD$7.00. Its double layered, and protects the phone A LOT. Im also using a Zagg Screen Protector too. I want to keep my phone as close to new as possible.
Yeah i hear ya lol i got mine for cheap on ebay too, i have an iphone screen protector on LOL it fits because well... the ENTIRE iphone is the size of our screen *flex* but anyway
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2055522
I use this
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Consist of two parts
Has a rotating clip that can be converted to a stand
And the sliding parts that house the phone can be inserted in both sides if you want the screen to be inside and protected.
I bought it from local market ... Only 6$
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Q&A or Accessories would have been the correct sub-forum for this thread, maybe a mod will move it for us.
I started with a OB Defender, moved to the Trident Kraken, and now I use the OB Commuter. I also have a skin that is made for a 3rd party extended battery, but I have never used the battery or skin.
OB and trident are so expensive lol i feel like any hard case would be fine.. i dont drop my phone lol and $50 is pretty crazy...
I have this case:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007K5H4YS/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00
Along with a white Fantom tempered glasss screen protector:
http://www.xgearlive.com/products/android/samsung/fantom
Love the combo; looks sweet, quite safe, and an unexpected side effect: the ladies dig it.
(sorry about the pic, my N7 is the only other camera I have at the moment...)
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OB and trident are so expensive lol i feel like any hard case would be fine.. i dont drop my phone lol and $50 is pretty crazy...
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Well.. It depends. If you drop your phone right now and bust the screen you are going to spend way more fixing it. If you drop/scratch/ding your body/screen but dont break it then you are stuck looking at a flawed/ugly phone. With OB or Trident you are most likely not going to have these problems. I have dropped mine over and over but under the case is a flawless phone that looks like it just came out of the box. And under my ZAGG is a screen that has never been touched by a human finger. When I go to sell it, the price will reflect that.
Additionally the port covers are a must for me and are mostly only found on those cases. Just search for the threads on "wont charge / usb not working / etc". My old roommate had to send hers in for a replacement because of issues with the charging port.
You get what you pay for, for sure.
I use the Rearth Ringke Slim, and the Ringbo screen protector from the same company. The case is very slim and low profile, but probably doesn't offer the best protection from a major drop.
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Hi guys,
Just wanted to write a quick review of a case I bought on eBay
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/190823724544?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
Fits all variants of the OG except for the AT&T OG (8MP camera)
Very good for $7 ($3.50 each) - I bought the black and blue.
Cutouts for camera / flash / speakers / ports well done.
Cut out for 3.55m jack more than enough to accommodate jacks with the big outer shell, if you know what I mean.
Case fits very well. No chance of falling out.
Installation was very easy.
The finish on the back feels good to the touch and rubbery side grips are good, much better than the nude slippery glass of the OG to hold now lol.
If you want a cheap case that covers the back & sides, this is the one to go to. Good for Aussies who are looking for a case!
Here's some pictures I took of it
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Yeh I bought this case in a local mall close by to me.. Was surprised to see it considering the lack of cases available. Have had it on my G for the past few months and its been a treat.. Actually have dropped my phone twice with it on and its been perfect so far
My only gripe is that the elevated edges makes my screen get dirtier faster and makes it harder to clean.. Otherwise its a great case
Oooo I like the purple colour in the auction pics, but then they have a video of some silicon cases and they look ugly as and really transparent? Wonder if they would ship to NZ
im using the same case but a transparent 1 :laugh: got it FOC from the stall
L-01E
Do you guys think this could fit a Japanese-spec OG; an L-01E?
Would it rip into the sceen protector and cause bubbles like most of my other cases?
Nope.using this case since i bought the phone.i like it because it's protecting the silver frame.
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Just got me a black and blue one, perfect, except the buttons are a bit touchy but you get that.
I've got this tpu case and it shows a smooth finish, the holes are really well done, but I fell the buttons a bit dull, I don't know how to explain. For example, I have some difficulty to take screenshots pressing the Vol Down and Power buttons at the same time. Power button is not so easy to use.
This case looks like to offer a very good protection to the phone. I hope I won't need to prove it...
@sianghung, From where did you buy the transparent case?
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@sianghung, From where did you buy the transparent case?
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im from Malaysia, the stall gave it to me FOC.
I have the same case (black). I love it. Fits perfectly. Recently I accidentally dropped my phone on a concrete surface. If I was without a case, the glass or the metalic part were goners. But with this case it was fine. Just wiped the dust.
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Yeh I bought this case in a local mall close by to me.. Was surprised to see it considering the lack of cases available.
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Hey, fellow Vancouverite here... Can you give me a hint where you found it locally? I know it's been a while since your post, but who knows... I have another case, but wouldn't mind getting this one, as this is exactly what I used for my SGS2, and I loved it. Thanks in advance!
I use this tpu case.
it offers good protection in falls, great price.
I just got my UAG Monarch series for my S8+. As usual it fits great, the keys are very responsive. Now I hope I can find a good tempered glass that fits without peeling off. I installed an IQ shield (wet install) and had to trim the edge (badly trimmed off by me).
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How does it do for edge protection?? Is the top and bottom lip seem to give decent protection on the screen when face down? It barely raises the screen off the desk when face down. I have the Spegein Heavy Armor and it almost feels like the phone will fall out at the first good impact. It also doesnt seem to have much edge protection at all.
It has around 1mm gap
Is the gap enough though? I've always liked UAG cases and something that will protect the device well. This is my first edge phone,so not sure if it will be enough
I agree on that, I might have to go back to an otter box. I hate bulking up the phone like that.
I think the gap is much better for me than my spigen liquid armor
Thank you for posting pictures of this case!
I ordered it off of amazon, but unfortunately, it will be getting shipped in a month .
But I really wanted to see how it looked, so thank you so much for this!
You're welcome. Pre ordered mine on the 1st week of April from uag site, got 2 days after my s8+ arrives
Really nice case, you have better pictures then the UAG website. I didn't realize it was two tone like that.
I'm really curious how the dimensions of the Monarch compare to an Otterbox Commuter or Symmetry. Any chance you could get ahold of one or both of those and do side-by-side photos?
I don't have otterbox case. But im still waiting for the Pelican case to cone out.
Any idea how long these take to ship to the UK from UAG? Thanks.
I pre-ordered this 1 week before my S8+ came. It took about a week when i got it from uag USA. Not sure about UK, sorry.
I have the Monarch for my S8+, in addition to a couple of Plasmas (Ice & Cobalt). I prefer the Plasma, as it feels sturdier - the lower lip on the Monarch is flimsy. However, the Monarch feels slimmer on the sides, making it a bit easier to hold.
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Was your Monarch a little bowed in the middle when you took it out of the package?
Hope UAG makes the Midnight Edition like they did for the iPhone 7 Plus.
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Any idea how long these take to ship to the UK from UAG? Thanks.
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From UAG to Latvia comes at 9 days
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From UAG to Latvia comes at 9 days
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Thanks, it was about the same to the UK :good:
How does this case compare to the OEM alcantara Samsung case?
Don't buy this case.. mine corroded . Remember that my phone or the case NEVER touch water etc..
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Don't buy this case.. mine corroded . Remember that my phone or the case NEVER touch water etc.. View attachment 4170737
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Huh? What corroded?
Hi all,
I'm thinking about picking up all three available NagaBee Cases from Amazon. It's the NageBee Snap-On Premium Cowhide Leather, Hybrid Case Premium [Heavy Duty] Defender [Dual Layer], and NageBee [Natural Wood] Snap-On Premium Canvas Fabrics [Heavy Duty]. Details here:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07GV76F29/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1
Any thoughts from others on this? Would you order one of them for your phone?
Thanks
The wood and fabric one looks pretty nice. They just seem a little bulky for what they are
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The wood and fabric one looks pretty nice. They just seem a little bulky for what they are
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I hear ya but the phone is pretty thin so a little bulk won't hurt much.
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Nagbee Natural Wood Case
I have the wooden one, and in my opinion, it is too thick. Not only does it not give you enough protection on the front, but the screen protector included is trash. The black border on the tempered glass gets rid of some areas of the screen. The "wood" is not even wood, I partially punctured the wood with my nail lol. I do not recommend this case, also, if you want photos, I can provide some.
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I have the wooden one, and in my opinion, it is too thick. Not only does it not give you enough protection on the front, but the screen protector included is trash. The black border on the tempered glass gets rid of some areas of the screen. The "wood" is not even wood, I partially punctured the wood with my nail lol. I do not recommend this case, also, if you want photos, I can provide some.
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Glad you tested it first. I came a second from pulling the trigger on this. I love the case I got. The feel is brilliant and it protects the back/sides/corners, but finding a good screen protector is a ***** atm. They all have that black ring or nothing but bubbles.
All, here are the pics of my 3 cases. I can't test on phone until it comes in tomorrow.
So far the leather is my favorite followed by the black 2 piece and last is the wood/cloth.
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Well after using the leather case on the phone all day I can't say that I'm impressed with the overall mold of the case. I do like the leather design and if the wood was flatter I would dig that one too but I think there are too many flaws with the case mold.
So first off the headphone jack cutout is too small for almost all of my headphone cables. I will have to drill out the hole to use the headphone jack to it's full potential. Next off the case doesn't provide much coverage protruding past the screen. I prefer to have a bit of wiggle room in this dept. Next the edge or lip of the case that rests against your ear when talking on the phone is too sharp, even for plastic. Just catching my fingers on the lip feels sharp. Finally the back of the case is super deep, like Otter Box Defender Series deep. I'll bet that nothing will ever touch the camera lenses due to this depth but it does add a ton of bulkiness to the phone.
On the positive side the buttons feel great, all the cutouts appear to be perfect, and I do love the leather/cork or wood/cloth designs. I think more phone case manufacturers need to adopt these styles of cases.
If you'all have any questions for me let me know.
Cheers