I got a flip cover for my S3 which I was given from my job. The phone is a bit large and uncomfortable to carry in my pockets all day, so I'd like to get a belt clip for it. Besides the generic universal belt pouches are there any other options that are compatible with the flip cover, or would it make more sense to just replace the flip cover? The phone already has a screen protector on it, so I'm not concerned with that.
The seidio surface holster. Or if the flip case adds bulk then the seidio active holster.
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Does anyone know of a case that is big enough to comfortably hold a Vibrant in a t-mobile gel skin. The phone is so light and fragile w/o the gel skin, but I would really like to have a holster to carry it on my belt. Anyone know of a case thats might work for that purpose?
Thanks!
I actually have the T-mobile gel case and purchased the leather swivel hip case for the moto cliq from t-mobile. with a little bit of stretching they both fit perfectly. Not to much work to pull it out or slide in. Try this out. They have 2 cases at t-mobile. find the one with the magnetic button and not the concealed magnet. Good luck!
I found a horizontal Rocketfish leather holster that is a perfect fit for the Vibrant with an average thickness gel skin at Best Buy. Not too snug, not too lose; feels like it was made for the phone.
I can't find a link to it on their website but it was a universal case and, suprisingly, very well constructed with soft black leather.
It has a swivel clip but it lays flat against the case so the phone doesn't protrude far from your waist.
I bought a leather holster that's made for the EVO from a Sprint store. It fits great with the tmo gel skin on it.
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I found a horizontal Rocketfish leather holster that is a perfect fit for the Vibrant with an average thickness gel skin at Best Buy. Not too snug, not too lose; feels like it was made for the phone.
I can't find a link to it on their website but it was a universal case and, suprisingly, very well constructed with soft black leather.
It has a swivel clip but it lays flat against the case so the phone doesn't protrude far from your waist.
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I got the same one. A few days of pushing my phone in the case it fits perfect.
The best fitting case is the leather holster sold by Verizon for the Droid X. It is a perfect fit with the T-Mobile gel skin.
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Which do you guys think I should go with?? Is the rubber on these cases attract dirt like the otterboxes do?? Or is it more of a silicone material??
I don't really see any dirt get on my active extended case. And that's becuase it goes on my belt all day. I work out doors alot.
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is the active extended belt clip and different that seidos other betl clips?
I do get fuzz on the silicon part after removing it from my pocket, i don't really notice it anymore.
Premium Black Leather Horizontal Carrying Pouch Case for T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II
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Amazon said:
Product Features
Safely carry your phone with this Horizontal Leather Carry Case.
Genuine leather and high-quality construction with black color stitching and sealed seams for durability and classic good looks.
Magnetic closing flap keeps your phone safely inside the case.
Fixed belt clip allows you to carry your phone horizontally.
The interior is lined with soft leather material that protects your phone from minor bumps and shock.
Dimensions
Weight: 3.04 ounces
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I wanted a horizontal carry case that fits my phone + TPU case on days when I don't have a pocket in my jacket because I don't like having it in my pants pocket.
Look
The case is a big. Certainly adds to the dimension of an already sizable phone. I doubt it's genuine leather at this price, but the material seems nice and the case feels well-made. The magnetic flip cover also works well.
Functions
The leather case fits my t989+diztronic case snugly. There is some tension provided by the elastic sides to hold the t989 snugly in the case but not so tight that you cannot take the phone+case out. Further more, there is a cut-out on the bottom of the leather case that allows you to push the phone out.
Headphone port is accessible. None of the other buttons / USB port is accessible while the phone is in the leather case.
There is a clip on the black in addition to a belt loop. Either clip on to your pants, or use a belt with the leather case.
Conclusion
I like it for the build quality and look. It's just a bit big so I am not going to use it if I have a pocket in my jacket to hold the phone. On days that I have no pockets though, the case will be very useful.
This case looks promising. I ordered one for myself in hope that my mugen extended battery will fit. Any thoughts, will it fit smoothly or will I have difficulties?
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Does your phone with extended battery fit in this case?
Saitek said:
This case looks promising. I ordered one for myself in hope that my mugen extended battery will fit. Any thoughts, will it fit smoothly or will I have difficulties?
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What is that cover u have on that phone other than the horizontal one?
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What is that cover u have on that phone other than the horizontal one?
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That was a Diztronic TPU case.
I am trying to find for a nice hard case, but for me the option to wear the phone on the belt is important. So I am looking for something slimmer than the Otterbox Defender but with more or less the same functionality. I saw a lot of hard cases around and still non offers the combination of a case and a belt clip (other than the Defender - I had it for a couple of days and it is fat to bulky for my taste)
So I am opened for suggestions - please share your information. Any advice is appreciated!
Thanks in advance!
P.S: After getting some replies (by the way thanks to everyone, who replied) I decided to create a small list with the alternatives. Here it comes:
+Seidio Active with Holster Combo (available also on Ebay):
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-active-ks-case-holster-black-p/bd2-hk3ssgs3k-bk.htm
+Seidio Surface with Holster Combo (available also on Ebay):
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-surface-case-holster-black-p/bd2-hr3ssgs3-bk.htm
+CONVERT Add-on Kit for use with Seidio SURFACE:
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-convert-add-on-kit-black-p/bd2-hk4ssgs3.htm
+Samsung Galaxy III S3 Black ARMOR Hard SOFT Holster Case + Belt Clip STAND:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/261066747378
+Clip Case Cargo Tall+Samsung Galaxy S III SILICRYLIC DualPro Hard Shell Case with Silicone Core:
http://www.niteize.com/product/Clip-Case-Cargo-Tall.asp
http://www.incipio.com/Samsung-Gala...ualPro-Hard-Shell-Case-with-Silicone-Core.asp
+Platinum Series - Case with Holster for Samsung Galaxy S III Mobile Phones - Black
http://m.bestbuy.com/m/b/product/detail.jsp?skuId=5797884&pid=1218695418051
+Shell Holster Combo Case for Samsung Galaxy S3 with Kick-stand (At&t, Verizon, T-mobile, Us Cellular & Sprint)
http://www.amazon.com/Holster-Samsu...qid=1345454586&sr=1-3&keywords=galaxy+s3+clip
I think you can try some metal case. But the finishing of the metal case on the market can be terrible. Don't try those case listed on EBAY. They are cheap but bad. Thick metal layer and poor finishing. Also they are not as hard as the metal you are used to know.
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I think you can try some metal case. But the finishing of the metal case on the market can be terrible. Don't try those case listed on EBAY. They are cheap but bad. Thick metal layer and poor finishing. Also they are not as hard as the metal you are used to know.
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Thanks for the answer - in my opinion the metal cases do not provide the necessary protection - you need a soft plastic part to absorb the shock of a fall and a hard one to take the initial blow
And the hybrid cases provide really nice protection - but most of them are too bulky. And a belt clip is an important part as well
Here is a case that fits your description. Had one on my inspire for a while And liked it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1807267
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Here is a case that fits your description. Had one on my inspire for a while And liked it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1807267
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Thank you for the reply. Its a nice case, but I don't think it comes with a belt clip
The Seidio cases offer what you're looking for. If you don't like the Surface, the Active series would better suit your needs since has the softer cover and the harder shell as well as a holster. There's also a version that comes with a metal kickstand
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-active-case-holster-black-p/bd2-hk3ssgs3-bk.htm
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-s-iii-active-ks-case-holster-black-p/bd2-hk3ssgs3k-bk.htm
I've had this one for about a month now. Great combination of hard case with rubber to absorb shock with kickstand am holster.
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=261066747378
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Thank you for the reply. Its a nice case, but I don't think it comes with a belt clip
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It does have a holster, if you look around you will find it.
Edit: here check it out....
http://www.seidioonline.com/category-s/8161.htm
I had the same case for the s2. Ive been through 2 of them in a months time. The clip will snap off if there is any kind of a harder bump while clipped onto your belt. I would pass on it. Spend a little more money for a nicer case that wont break on ya right away.
Thank you all for the suggestions and comments. So I think I will go in the direction of Seidio - does anyone know the dimensions of the active and the surface cases?
How much bigger is the active case?
I was unable to find the dimensions on the web page
I use this holster http://www.niteize.com/product/Clip-Case-Cargo-Tall.asp and this case http://www.incipio.com/Samsung-Gala...ualPro-Hard-Shell-Case-with-Silicone-Core.asp. The case is thin but protective and the holster is tough and protects the phone.
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Im using a platinum series case from best buy. Hard case low profile and came with a belt clip holster. Picked it up at Best Buy.
http://m.bestbuy.com/m/e/product/detail.jsp?skuId=5797884&pid=1218695418051
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i ordered one of these. it has a clip and slim cover which can be used separately. also has some neat features such as kick stand.. best of all it's only $7 and has good reviews.
You canbuse an otterbox commuter woth a seido active case.
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You canbuse an otterbox commuter woth a seido active case.
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You can? A nice tight fit? I've heard that the Commuter case is slippery. Is it?
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Fits perfect with the screen facing inwards. Its a tad too slippery ibdeed.
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I had the Seidio surface from Best Buy but 1) It was very slick and would slip out of your hands 2) Didn't have a kickstand. I went with the Seidio active from Versio Mobile.Com and couldn't be happier. It is a 2 part case, isn't that much bigger, or heavier and has the kickstand. Also the entire phone is covered where as with the surface case it didn't. Additionally the cut out for the MICRO/MHL plug is bigger on the active which will enable you to use more charging cables. The hole on the surface case only allowed me to use the Samsung cable.
http://www.versiomobile.com/active-combo-sam-gs3-blk-w-k.html
I paid 38 shipped... not sure why they want 60 now only 3 weeks later...
Thank you all for the replies - I decided to gather all the alternatives in the firs post,so that i can be helpful to other people, looking for similar combination
Just made the jump from S2 to S3. I have the QCell extended battery and TPU case. Anyone know of a belt/horizontal leather case that will hold this monster?
I'll be checking this thread. I don't have an extended battery but I have the Otter Box Commuter on mine. Would like to find a nice belt case. I still can't get used to putting it in my pocket.
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Look for a luximo case.. I am not sure it can hold an otterbox, but it has stretching sides and is larger than most belt cases. It worked well for me. I found mine on ebay, but I have seen it on amazon as well. A simple search for S3 and luximo should find it.
Luxmo
I have the Luxmo horizontal case myself (with magnetic front flap, two-belt-loop and one clip on back). It works reasonably well.
I have a cheap no-name hard-shell case on the SG3 (which I now use without the original accompanying holster because the holster grip got loose and the SG3 slipped out and fell to the ground twice; but that's a separate topic).
Although the SG3+hard case fits the Luxmo case, putting in and taking out is a two-handed operation as the phone doesn't "slide" in/out easily. This is due to the Luxmo's side elastics catching on the USB port or headphone jack opening of the hard case. Perhaps a more "slippery" TPU case or smooth plastic case would work better.
But the SG3+hard case does fit inside the Luxmo snuggly and I've been pretty happy with it.