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Neoprene Sleeve

Is there a neoprene sleeve out for the Droid X yet? I have a Nexus One that I use for work and it came with a sleeve that is easily slides in and out of. Looking for something similar for the DX for the times when I want to throw it into my laptop bag or backpack.

I came from an N1 as well and wanted the same thing, but couldn't find anything so I made one out of duct tape, lined with material from an old T-shirt.
It sounds funny, but it actually works REALLY well.
Here's some pics:

Wow, that actually looks well made! gj

showson1 said:
I came from an N1 as well and wanted the same thing, but couldn't find anything so I made one out of duct tape, lined with material from an old T-shirt.
It sounds funny, but it actually works REALLY well.
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Can you make me one in an armband style

showson1 said:
I came from an N1 as well and wanted the same thing, but couldn't find anything so I made one out of duct tape, lined with material from an old T-shirt.
It sounds funny, but it actually works REALLY well.
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Wow!!..Two things...you're a cheapskate (much like myself...LOL), and you're super talented It looks really good!

sfbags.com/products/cellphonecases/cell-phone-cases.php
I'm looking for the same thing. I have yet to find one but I'm going to order one of these for $10 till a real one comes out.
If I order it next week it will still get here before my phone does from Verizon.
(also apparently can't post links.)

hardrockfoo said:
sfbags.com/products/cellphonecases/cell-phone-cases.php
I'm looking for the same thing. I have yet to find one but I'm going to order one of these for $10 till a real one comes out.
If I order it next week it will still get here before my phone does from Verizon.
(also apparently can't post links.)
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I have no clue... BUT, if /when you get it will you post pics of it?

tankyard said:
Wow!!..Two things...you're a cheapskate (much like myself...LOL), and you're super talented It looks really good!
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1) This is true.
2) Thanks
I've been using this for a few weeks now and it's actually a really good case.
If you guys have a spare T-shirt (or sock) and some duct tape, I actually do recommend making one of these.
Maybe I'll make a how-to video.. haha

I've been using the sleeve from sfbags.com for about 2 weeks now. Its pretty decent, a thin sort of grippy material so the phone doesnt slip out on its own, but doesnt grip enough that it causes a problem trying to remove it from the sleeve. Main reason I bought it was so it wouldnt get scratched in my pockets from my keys or change and it does well with that. If you ever had a G1 its almost like the sleeve that came for that with less padding. Also I've dropped it on the asphalt already, so the material was thick enough to protect it from a dent, gouge or broken screen thankfully.

Just a word of warning. I just got a "Tune Belt Sport Armband for HTC EVO 4G" today. It fits the DX fairly well. I went for a one hour run and after when I was taking the DX out of the sleeve, the clear plastic of the sleeve stuck to my Zagg Invisible Shield and started pulling it off. End result is now I have a big crease in the Invisible Shield. I'm thinking of cutting the plastic out of the Tune Belt and see how that works. I also just got a waterproof Dry Case for the DX, I'm wondering if that's going to cause the same problem.

showson1 said:
I came from an N1 as well and wanted the same thing, but couldn't find anything so I made one out of duct tape, lined with material from an old T-shirt.
It sounds funny, but it actually works REALLY well.
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Gaffers tape might be a more durable solution?

Sunglass Micro Fiber Pouch
Why not just use that Micro Fiber Pouch that they give you when you buy a pair of nice sunglasses. Not only can you throw it in there but you can tie it so it doesn't fall out. You can use it to clean the screen. They might even be able to give you one for free.

drowdd said:
Why not just use that Micro Fiber Pouch that they give you when you buy a pair of nice sunglasses. Not only can you throw it in there but you can tie it so it doesn't fall out. You can use it to clean the screen. They might even be able to give you one for free.
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THIS!
I've been using an Oakley MicroFiber pouch since like the 2nd week I got the device and it fits perfect and it's great! Cost me like $6.

Low Profile Car Mount

I don't take credit for the video but I found THIS low profile car mount that's made for the iPhone and works just as well for the EVO. HERE it is at Amazon.

i really like this! it looks classy. plus the phone seems more secure in the cradle then in some of the other car-mount solutions i've seen. thanks for pointing this out!

I'm going to pick one up on payday and I'll see how good it is and give a report back.
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I've had that one for a while. Very nice.
My only complaint is that in portrait mode I have knocked the phone out of it a couple times. It's plenty solid, it's just not that hard to flip the phone out of it.

Do you guys think there's any chance an Evo with the Seidio Innocase Active would fit in this?

ShadoX said:
Do you guys think there's any chance an Evo with the Seidio Innocase Active would fit in this?
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The video has a quote that says it should work with thinner cases but not thick ones. I personally have a carbon fiber skin on mine and I'm pretty sure it will work as the guy in the video, his phone is naked. I don't know what differentiates a thick from a thin case but you could always order it and if it doesn't fit you could just say it doesn't fit and return it, but then you would have to eat the shipping cost. Your guess is as good as mine. Maybe someone will come on here that has a thick case and give his thoughts on the matter. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful.
Cheers...
EDIT: There is a comment below the video that say:
Unfortunately it does no work with one of those rubber-like cases.  I tried with the one manufactured/distributed by HTC for the Evo and it would not fit in mount. There is still a slight chance that if it was in a thin hard case it might work.
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Wow, finally installed this in my wife's Mazda 3 (vent mount) and it just rocks. Super sturdy in either portrait or landscape, easy to snap the EVO in and out. Thanks a bunch to the OP for the tip. Hard to beat this one for the quality, ease of use, and price.

I love this car mount, thanks for the tip.

Good to know guys. Now I'm going to order one. Thanks
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AcIdC0R3 said:
Good to know guys. Now I'm going to order one. Thanks
Sent from my EVIL EVO using the XDA app.
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$11.99 AR now at buy.com

scl23enn4m3 said:
$11.99 AR now at buy.com
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Nice find. Thanks.

just ordered mine off Buy.com can't wait to get it.
main reason i want one is because it's a pain in the ass to hear my ringtone in a jeep with the top and doors off. it would be nice to see a call come in while driving.

Terax XWAY. Strong enough magnet to hold into the phone even with the ridiculous spension setup I have in my Integra. I love using it, and it's completely portable, like throw it in your pocket, take 5sec to put in in another car, and go.
Link: http://cgi.ebay.com/TETRAX-XWAY-X-W...785?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1e5e334759

omnirage said:
Terax XWAY. Strong enough magnet to hold into the phone even with the ridiculous spension setup I have in my Integra. I love using it, and it's completely portable, like throw it in your pocket, take 5sec to put in in another car, and go.
Link: http://cgi.ebay.com/TETRAX-XWAY-X-W...785?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1e5e334759
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Nice omni, i might order this as well. i really like how well that seems to work. although it's double the price i just paid for the Kensington mentioned my the OP. we'll see how well the kensington holds up first.

omnirage said:
Terax XWAY. Strong enough magnet to hold into the phone even with the ridiculous spension setup I have in my Integra. I love using it, and it's completely portable, like throw it in your pocket, take 5sec to put in in another car, and go.
Link: http://cgi.ebay.com/TETRAX-XWAY-X-W...785?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1e5e334759
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Only vent mountable. There seems to be no goose neck for the windshield. This would not serve my purpose. Plus it seems a little bulky compared to the Kingston. It is also more expensive than the Kingston. No thanks... I'll stick with the Kingston.

AcIdC0R3 said:
Only vent mountable. There seems to be no goose neck for the windshield. This would not serve my purpose. Plus it seems a little bulky compared to the Kingston. It is also more expensive than the Kingston. No thanks... I'll stick with the Kingston.
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And it would mess with the compass apps and we'd have to stick something on the Evo

Just thought I'd chime in and report how it works with the Seidio Innocase Surface II.
The phone with case on fits fine. The issue is because of the added 2-3 mm of thickness and the smooth feel of the Innocase, it makes it infinitely easier for the phone to slip out of the mount. I haven't had it fall out on me since I always keep my phone in the landscape position while in my car but it will slip if you drive over bumps while its in portrait.
I'm looking into getting some kind of rubber tape so I can make the grip the mount has on the phone a bit more tacky.

I finally ordered this mount and when I get it I'll see about doing a small video review so as to let everyone know what it's like. It's made for the iPhone and wouldn't you know it, EVO is stealin' the show once again. LOL Man I like my EVO. It's such a kick ass phone. Now with an awesome low profile car mount I can finally use it with Google Navigation point-to-point and not have to keep looking down at it while it's laying on the passenger seat.
Cheers...

scl23enn4m3 said:
$11.99 AR now at buy.com
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Thanks for the find. I used Buy.com to purchase it. $12 is a steal.
Cheers...

I am assuming the Seidio 3500mah battery won't fit in this? Anyone?

Samsung S2 Waterproof Case: Aquapac

I wanted a waterproof case for my S2 so I could use it whilst hill walking. I've used Aquapac cases before, so decided to try them out again with their Small Whanganui Electronics Case (348).
I haven't used it out in the wilds, or tested it's waterproofness, so I'll limit this post to simply providing some pictures for those wondering about the fit and what it looks like.
The packaging states it's touch screen friendly and it is. Playing around in the house I've had no problems using the phone. I even made a couple of phone calls and while it wasn't as clear as without the case, it was still audible both ways.
I wasn't expecting a window in the rear; but then, I wasn't expecting one side to be clear and the other grey. Maybe the grey is a tougher material?
RRP is £20, but I picked it up for £17.99 delivered.

Thank you very much this was exactly what i needed ! i will go into holiday next week and i wanted something different...now there will be no problem at the beach

waterproof bag

Before you seal it, do you try to squeeze as much air out of it as you can? Looks like the phone would shift around quite a bit when it's in there.

Has anyone tried a waterproof armband (thinking more for running than swimming). Would be good to get some feedback before buying...

Hi,
i'm using SEaLABox waterproof case for my S2 for couple of months
check out the SEaLABox test:
swimmingwaterproofcases.com/sealabox-a-waterproof-mobile-case-from-krusell

ARM BAND
tshoulihane said:
Has anyone tried a waterproof armband (thinking more for running than swimming). Would be good to get some feedback before buying...
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My waterproof phone cover, DryCASE, is great and it comes with an arm band especially for water sports! DryCASE is a clear, plastic waterproof bag that uses a patented technology to ensure an air tight seal.
The basic DryCASE comes with an arm band as well as waterproof earphones.
Hope this helps!

well, you can try Winner Skin (Golovan) Reviewed by Jessica, tho the video show he use S3, I think they have for S2 also
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E_o9gXAs8eU

Hey can I please know the name of the case (not the waterproof one, the case you're using for your phone).
Thanks

I have own of this cases: Aquapac
I have done snorkeling with it.
Its totally dry, this is the main purpouse and works well.
The problem for me is if you try to operate, with the pressure, it happens to me that the plastic becomes like it was a screen protector but it "touches" the screen so its really hard to control the phone, for example to take pictures, i do not pretend to call from under the water ... rolf XD
If i try to put as much air as i can it operates better but its not a proper solution.
Does it happens the same with the other ones?
by the way, I understand that the main use of them is just to protect not to operate under the water

hi guys,
maybe you heard something about water resistant case?
I would like to dive with it up to 3 meters down..

kiler_pl said:
hi guys,
maybe you heard something about water resistant case?
I would like to dive with it up to 3 meters down..
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i don't think water resistant is the same as water proof

steeljack99 said:
i don't think water resistant is the same as water proof
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and that's why I tought about water proof case, sory for my mistake

I got this bus used for 2 hours

apm5307 said:
My waterproof phone cover, DryCASE, is great and it comes with an arm band especially for water sports! DryCASE is a clear, plastic waterproof bag that uses a patented technology to ensure an air tight seal.
The basic DryCASE comes with an arm band as well as waterproof earphones.
Hope this helps!
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Have you tried swimming with it ?

Aluminum bumpers

Anybody know any good aluminum bumpers for I9100? My casemate is falling apart.
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Dont you mean "Aluminium"
I thought only the Yanks spelt it like that?

I thought I'd actually be helpful and not post a pointless response
http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/taurus-aluminium-bumper-case-for-samsung-galaxy-s2-gun-metal-p31830.htm

I have a red sweet armor and i have no complaints about it. I can access the battery. The sides are raised.
Though i have recently thought of getting a leather case.

Thanks for the help, you two^. rawr.itservin, have you noticed any impact on signal for GPS, WiFi, 3G on your phone?

I know aluminium is a fairly light metal but doesn't this just add unnecessary weight?

Not no really. Everything seems to be fine. There is a small "hole" on the left side for the antenna. I've only heard that the Aluminum battery covers had problems with GPS.
Here is how mine looks like.
http://www.google.com.ph/imgres?q=s...w=170&start=0&ndsp=18&ved=1t:429,r:3,s:0,i:68

rawr.itservin said:
Not no really. Everything seems to be fine. There is a small "hole" on the left side for the antenna. I've only heard that the Aluminum battery covers had problems with GPS.
Here is how mine looks like.
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That looks really nice, I'm using a castmate barley there at the moment but I do like the look of that. Would you recommend it? and how easy is it to put on?

Yes i have no regrets in buying the bumper. The only complaint i have is my jack that i have in my home stereo is too big for the hole on top for earphones. Sorry i couldn't find the correct terms.
But everything else is great. There is cushions inside so in case you drop it, it absorbs some shock. The power and volume controls are easily accesed.
In terms of taking it off and putting it back on, It will take awhile since it's being held by 4 screws.

This is the thread you're looking for.

Aluminum Bumper Mini-Review

Got my silver aluminum bumper from AliExpress today and it looks great for the price. When I came back from lunch with my boss, this thing was waiting for me in my mail box. It was extremely well packaged from China and you can tell the package was beat up in it's week's journey. Shipping to me in TX from China only took a week and that is extremely fast for me. I was expecting a two week delivery time.
To the case: To quell any questions on call quality; I have placed one call with the bumper on since I installed it. And it works. No noticeable drops that I can initially tell. I'll update if anything changes.
My bumper came with a generic N5 screen protector, which I will not use, because I already have a spigen one installed. I proceeded in taking the included bag which had a philips type of screw driver and upon further inspection, the bag also have a few spare screws, which is always welcomed IMO.
I removed my tpu bumper and slapped this one on immediately. I first came across the bumper looking like it may not fit due to my dbrand cf skin. Being a bit thick, I was a bit worried. But with a little more wrapping the case closer to the outer bezel, the screw openings aligned up better than before. The reason is because of the little foam pads on the interior. Once you work it down a bit, you should be able to screw in the teeeny tiny screws with the included screwdriver.
Will it work on my orb charger? Yes! It holds up as I thought it would.
Does the little screw tab that reminds me of Florida really bad looking? No, when looking at the phone at its entirety, I honestly can say, I like it.
Does it protect the back camera? Uhhhh that's a no. There are ridges on the bottom of the micro USB port and where the headphone port is, but it is not enough to keep the camera lens to sit on the table. This will detract quite a few people. But keep in mind, this is a MINIMALIST case, not a Seidio or Otterbox or whatever bomb proof case that's out there now lol. All the openings are nice and big, except for the headphone port. If you have anything like a Shure E215 plug, you will need to use an adapter to extend the port or use another headset/headphone all together. Another issue, I kinda dislike is the opening for the power button. You have to really search for the button because of it being a cut out compared to buttons on top. I just got to get used to that feeling.
However saying that, I am 100% comfortable placing my phone flat down because I have a dbrand carbon fiber skin on my Nexus 5 backside.
Another bonus is that this aluminum bumper fits in my Seidio Dilex Holster for the Nexus 5 without any issue. The little tab on the bottom plays nice and I am one happy camper. :highfive:
Do I recommend this? For now I say yes aesthetic wise. Everything seems to work thus far so I really don't have anything too bad to say about it.
Pros:
It's thin
Aluminum color is sleek and sexy with my cf white dbrands skin
Ok with wireless charging orb (will test out Tylt Vu later on as well as the Nexus Wireless charger in my truck)
Cons:
It's thin
This bumper will not protect the camera lens when laying it on it's backside.
The lil "Florida" tab where the screws are. Even though not a dealbreaker for me, it's still a slight 'con' in my book.
Pics below. Please let me know if you have any questions. I'll field them if I am not working

Thanks for the review, I will probably buy one. Does it seem like the metal would be able to scratch the screen where or makes contact?
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Does it actually feel like metal?
I feel like getting silver or blue.
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Thanks for the thorough review and photos! I am thinking about getting this as well.
Have you used it on the Nexus Wireless Charger yet? I currently have a TPU case but just bought the new charger but noticed the case was too thick for the magnets so I'm looking at getting a bumper like this.

wow that looks awesome

Could you take a photo of the hole for the headphone jack when the case is on the Nexus 5 or measure the diameter of the hole?

GavinMazey said:
Thanks for the review, I will probably buy one. Does it seem like the metal would be able to scratch the screen where or makes contact?
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No it doesn't seem to scratch or do anything to the screen. I have a Spigen protector on it and the bumper did not peel it up. I was more worried about the dbrand backing.
honeybunchie said:
Does it actually feel like metal?
I feel like getting silver or blue.
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It feels like...aluminum. It does not feel like plastic to me anyways.
youngjediboy said:
Thanks for the thorough review and photos! I am thinking about getting this as well.
Have you used it on the Nexus Wireless Charger yet? I currently have a TPU case but just bought the new charger but noticed the case was too thick for the magnets so I'm looking at getting a bumper like this.
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Yes I have used the Nexus wireless charger. I have it installed in my truck in conjunction of a Kenu Airframe that mounts to the vents. It clears Kenu Airframe so that the magnets can catch without much issue. And bumpy Texas roads and highways are no match thus far. But don't go off roading lol.
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Thanks!
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Could you take a photo of the hole for the headphone jack when the case is on the Nexus 5 or measure the diameter of the hole?
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Not too good with measurements with that size, I'll try lol. To me and my ruler, it looks like 6mm? I'll attach a pic.

Reporting on a half day of full use of the Aluminum bumper. I really do like the look of it and fits in my Seidio Dilex holster securely. However, I have to report in that if one has a dbrands back like me, I have a white carbon fiber back, it may bubble up a bit depending on how you put on your back and if you used a blow dryer on the edges like dbrand suggested. I did do that, but I did find a slight bubble/rise on the corner where the screws go in. Also, you can see that the bumper does not fully wrap around like a tpu would because, this is really not that flexible. I'll post some pics and hopefully you can see what my OCD eyes can see. As for the lil bubble, I'll need to do a follow up blow dryer event when I go home for lunch and see if that makes it go away or not. Not really all concerned with the bubble, I can hardly see it and I can learn to live with it if it doesn't go away lol.

looks great!! but in the back is a bit to thin imho

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looks great!! but in the back is a bit to thin imho
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I agree, but I am ok with it. I mean if it was naked it would have the same issue. However the dbrand back is protecting it from scratches so I am ok with that.Drop protection, I don't know, even though the box does mention drop protection on corners lol.

Can you comment on your cellular connection with it on.
Have you done any speed tests with and without it.
I mentioned in another thread that I had one on an iPhone and it did not do well, but the iPhone antenna is around the device, different than the Nex 5.

OnYourKnees said:
Can you comment on your cellular connection with it on.
Have you done any speed tests with and without it.
I mentioned in another thread that I had one on an iPhone and it did not do well, but the iPhone antenna is around the device, different than the Nex 5.
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No I haven't done speedtests on it. But I am getting full bars LTE right outside my office, which is pretty much on par with what I normally get. I have to admit, I do think it affects the antenna slightly, but not to the point of dropped calls. However, I do not have anything to back up this theory.
I'll report back later on to see if my wife said she called me and I didn't answer or what have you.

can you do a signal test w/o case and w/ case?
(Settings, About Phone, Status, Signal strength)
Thanks!!

khanh1289 said:
can you do a signal test w/o case and w/ case?
(Settings, About Phone, Status, Signal strength)
Thanks!!
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Because you asked and I don't feel like working on my next project right now lol...
Without the bumper on, the phone went to lowest LTE at -112dBm
With bumper on, the phone went to H and jumps here and there, but didn't stick and settled on 3g (or UMTS) at -101dBm.
So my initial feelings are correct that it does hinder reception but I am still connected. Well in the office anyway. But I used my phone at lunch with co workers without issue. I was getting emails and notifications while I was out.

unfortunately, I barely get signal in my office so I can't really get this :/ I wish there was a good looking bumper that has same look/feel as this one but made of a different material that would not jeopardize the signal quality.

khanh1289 said:
unfortunately, I barely get signal in my office so I can't really get this :/ I wish there was a good looking bumper that has same look/feel as this one but made of a different material that would not jeopardize the signal quality.
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Sorry man. I wish I had better news. But I will continue to use the bumper for myself until something happens or if I get fed up with it for whatever reason.

Ohhh looks good!! Link please!!
Sent from my Franco'd Nexus 5

That looks extremely sexy. Also looks like it wouldnt offer to much protection.
Sent from my Nexus 5

hello
thank for your time .who do this case.or do you have the link to the case?

reeco said:
Ohhh looks good!! Link please!!
Sent from my Franco'd Nexus 5
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http://www.aliexpress.com/item/New-...-protective-sleeve-for-Google/1566805230.html
ibramadhan said:
That looks extremely sexy. Also looks like it wouldnt offer to much protection.
Sent from my Nexus 5
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No not so much, but after my first Seidio Holster broke, I have been running it naked and got used to its slim design. This was minimal bulk that still showed off the back dbrand skin goodness and also helps with any corner bumps. Which I have to say it did do its job the other day when I knocked it off my charger in my truck.
josedecuba said:
thank for your time .who do this case.or do you have the link to the case?
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http://www.aliexpress.com/item/New-...-protective-sleeve-for-Google/1566805230.html
I have to add, which I didn't in the OP, is that I did add a bit more for a tracking number. I think the extra shipping cost less than 3 bucks.