Develop Bugs

Otter Box Impact Case for HTC EVO - $9.99/free shipping Newegg (no rebate)

http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?sduid=0&t=2696941
Great deal, price went up a buck since I ordered last night, but I figured id post incase anyone else was looking for a cheap silicone skin for it.
Free shipping too
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...ction-_-cables-_-na-_-na&Item=N82E16875992368

I have one, I am very unimpressed with it. It fits way too loosely to be usable for me. I put it one once when I first got it, and it's been collecting dust (a lot!) ever since.

_MetalHead_ said:
I have one, I am very unimpressed with it. It fits way too loosely to be usable for me. I put it one once when I first got it, and it's been collecting dust (a lot!) ever since.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
It fits loosely because it is missing the clip on plastic backing. I have both and it is awesome. The inner part is the silicone while a hard plastic holds the entire EVO.
Sent from my PC36100 using XDA App

Leoisright said:
It fits loosely because it is missing the clip on plastic backing. I have both and it is awesome. The inner part is the silicone while a hard plastic holds the entire EVO.
Sent from my PC36100 using XDA App
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
There is no hard plastic piece for the Impact case...
Sent from my PC36100 using XDA Premium App

JustRuin said:
There is no hard plastic piece for the Impact case...
Sent from my PC36100 using XDA Premium App
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Leoisright said:
It fits loosely because it is missing the clip on plastic backing. I have both and it is awesome. The inner part is the silicone while a hard plastic holds the entire EVO.
Sent from my PC36100 using XDA App
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
_MetalHead_ said:
I have one, I am very unimpressed with it. It fits way too loosely to be usable for me. I put it one once when I first got it, and it's been collecting dust (a lot!) ever since.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yep. There is no plastic backing. You're thinking of another Otterbox case, perhaps the defender? Anyway, it fit sorta snug at first, but it loses its grip over time. I can see a gap between the case and the top of my phone (around the headphone jack. =(

mylasthope said:
Yep. There is no plastic backing. You're thinking of another Otterbox case, perhaps the defender? Anyway, it fit sorta snug at first, but it loses its grip over time. I can see a gap between the case and the top of my phone (around the headphone jack. =(
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
100% agree. Bought it, used it 1 day, never again.

_MetalHead_ said:
I have one, I am very unimpressed with it. It fits way too loosely to be usable for me. I put it one once when I first got it, and it's been collecting dust (a lot!) ever since.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Exactly what happened to me with the same case. Phone is swimming inside of this case. No bueno.

I wonder if the Otterbox Impact will fit an EVO with a 3500 mAh extended battery.

linhpham2 said:
I wonder if the Otterbox Impact will fit an EVO with a 3500 mAh extended battery.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I tried it on my 2600 mAh extended and it almost fit, but it kept coming off from the sides
Sent from my PC36100 using XDA Premium App

I have the otter box case, the one that come with the hard plastic that covers the silicone. I love it

Extended battery cases

Does anyone know of any I have searched and have only found very few so does anyone know of any good extended battery cases?
Sent from my htc evo 4g. ALL HAIL EVO 3D!!!

seidio's rugged case comes in an extended battery flavor

Vvlioncourtvv said:
Does anyone know of any I have searched and have only found very few so does anyone know of any good extended battery cases?
Sent from my htc evo 4g. ALL HAIL EVO 3D!!!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I'm having same issue if u bought a Chinese battery and back door off net like I did u can't use the seidio products sucks only thing I found was a silicone case for it by laza. On Amazon

reaper24 said:
I'm having same issue if u bought a Chinese battery and back door off net like I did u can't use the seidio products sucks only thing I found was a silicone case for it by laza. On Amazon
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thats the only one I found as well. Was hoping to find a TPU one.
There was one custom one floating around which I saw on ebay, but i read that it covers the front camera, and some people had problems pressing the buttons.

leeh41 said:
Thats the only one I found as well. Was hoping to find a TPU one.
There was one custom one floating around which I saw on ebay, but i read that it covers the front camera, and some people had problems pressing the buttons.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Ya its a pain in the ass to find anything for the aftermarket battery's and doors I ordered a silicone one to help protect my phone just sold my ballistic case sucks cause no holster for the extended batteyr unless u spent 60 on a seidio batt and there gear which is over priced Chinese battery's work just the same if not the same thing my OEM battery from sprint was made in China hope more cases come out so we are not forced to by from one company.

Tpu case on moretalktime.com free shipping. New one coming out with larger openings on April 20±.
Sent from my rooted EVO using tapatalk!

I have a silicon case that I am planning to make two cuts in with a razor which will fit over the extended battery. If only I ever used my extended battery...

The seidio big rugged yada yada yada case works with the chinese extended batteries you just leave the back off your phone. The camera is exposed but its always exposed and the case sits close enough that the battery doesn't fall out.
Sent from my PC36100 using XDA Premium App

P.s. its not really called the yada yada yada I just don't remember its exact name. It comes in four pieces: back, skin, part that snaps over/around skin, and holster. I know thats a lot of technical terms but it gives you the idea.
Sent from the restroom while I'm ducking work.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004FG30NE
I just bought this yesterday and seemed to be the best price for what you get. The only thing is that they shipped the 80 something cents screen protectors first WTF. I wanted the 80 something dollars worth of cases first. lol Still feel good about this investment.

You can modify the ballistic hc to fit the extended batteries, theres a thread around here somewhere.
Sent from my hand with XDA Premium installed

moretalktime.com has a tpu case for extended battery evo.
Sent from my PC36100 using XDA Premium App

leeh41 said:
Thats the only one I found as well. Was hoping to find a TPU one.
There was one custom one floating around which I saw on ebay, but i read that it covers the front camera, and some people had problems pressing the buttons.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
yes that's the moretalktime.com one, version 2 is due out in 2 weeks. he has fixed the camera issue on the first batch using a hole punch.
Sent from my PC36100 using XDA Premium App

I modified the Ballist HC but its a lot of work and you risk damaging it. Also I have the Seidio ext rugged and like it. Its built better than the standard rugged and I don't have a problem using the notifications menu bar like I do with the Ballistic. I don't care for the Seidio holster though. Rick

I modified my ballistic as well but the sanding and grinding was more complicated than I thought so I just cut a hole in the back to fit the battery door and I can use my stock kickstand and it looks good with the silicon/ rubber case on top of it. I prefer the seidio locking clip to the ballistic, it gives me more security when I lock the phone in it, I wish the ballist had this.
Sent from my PC36100 using XDA Premium App

bignibb said:
I modified my ballistic as well but the sanding and grinding was more complicated than I thought so I just cut a hole in the back to fit the battery door and I can use my stock kickstand and it looks good with the silicon/ rubber case on top of it. I prefer the seidio locking clip to the ballistic, it gives me more security when I lock the phone in it, I wish the ballist had this.
Sent from my PC36100 using XDA Premium App
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
My issue with the seidio holster is if you have a jacket etc. on it gets caught on the top clip of the holster. Hey there's another reason to move to a warm climate, ha-ha
P.S. good idea with cutting through the back, that would allow me to use the 3500 battery instead of the sprint 2600

Seidio Extended back door and case review. - REVISED

--Edited for a more thorough review--
Well I ordered the surface extended backdoor and case. I received the backdoor today (case was ordered yesterday should receive it next week. The backdoor fits over the 4200 mah hyperion battery with no problem and looks and feels better than the door you get with the extended batteries. Design and price are A+.
Bad thing is it came crammed in a box smaller than the retail packaging and one of the side clips was busted so it doesn't sit flush atm. I already sent an email to Seidio so hopefully they rectify it. It feels lighter and almost as slim as stock.
UPDATE:
Seidio Customer Service RMA'd the battery door and sent out a replacement asap. The replacement snaps in perfectly!
DESIGN:
The battery door and the case both feel excellent, sturdier than the flimsy stock door and the case is a nice hard and just as thick material wise as the normal Surface case. Both the door and case have that nice soft/rubbery/grippy feel, definitely helps prevent the phone from slipping out of your hands. Also the way the door and case are designed(top and bottom are slim, then a slight curve our to cover the battery) it just sits in the palm of your hand perfectly. It feels "just right" weight wise. The case also provides enough of a lip in front of the screen to protect it if you put it face down. As with any of these types of cases though angles could mean something else though.
PRICE:
Now the price might put some people off. But I already about a Pt(Platinum) case from Best Buy when I bought my SGS3 which is essentially the Seidio Surface case with Holster. The battery door cost $15 + shipping, then a week later I purchased the case ($29.95) + shipping. You can get the case + holster for a little bit more, but the battery door as of now needs to be ordered separately. I spent about $50 all together ontop of the $15 I paid for my Hyperion Battery so your running into Otterbox territory price wise, but now you have a better case, a holster (if need be) and a bigger battery when your out.
Seidio Customer service said they do run promotions from time to time so you could luck out and save money on this package.
CS:
Probably one of the few times I had to call customer service for a case warranty, but they were very polite, answered very quickly and shipped out my replacement asap. They didn't require me to ship my broken one back to them either. They do require images of the product showing the defective areas.
I have attached screenshots to this post of the case, which snaps over the Seidio battery door. You cannot use this case unless you are using the battery door from Seidio as its molded in the same fashion. The battery door screenshots are further down in this thread(still working on combining them into this first post).
The Battery door can fit over the following battery sizes:
3500 mah
4000 mah
4200 mah
4400 mah
I do not think the 4600+ mah batteries will work as they are too thick/tall.
This is a really good backdoor option for those of us running extended batteries.

Pics?

I'll have em up shortly!
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using Tapatalk 2

knightblaze said:
I'll have em up shortly!
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using Tapatalk 2
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Attached, you can see in one of the photos that the corner by the power button isn't flush(clip was broken on that corner). I am really hoping Seidio comes through, I heard their CS is top notch and i have never had issues with their other cases from the iPhone 4.

Looks good...did they get back to you about a replacement back door?
How much was the shipping cost?
Sent from my SGH-T999 using xda app-developers app

Didn't get back to me yet as they were closed on the weekend. Hoping to hear from them today. Shipping was usps $5.85
Need to mention that it just feels awesome using the phone with it, the back material is just great.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using Tapatalk 2

How do you order the battery door without the battery? I don't see it on their website.

caseyatbt said:
How do you order the battery door without the battery? I don't see it on their website.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You need to call Seidio Customer service.
Product Code: BVY35SSGS3-BK

Got a response from Seidio, doing an RMA (DOA) process. Not sure if I have to send this back in first or what not as the RMA team will respond once they get my information and pictures. I'll keep everyone updated and post pictures of the Extended Surface case when it comes in this week as well.

Mine also came broken. CS has been very helpful though

Did your replacement work better or still waiting on the RMA?
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using Tapatalk 2

Seidio is shipping out a replacement cover asap, awesome =)

Sent from my SPH-L710 using xda premium

Sedio back with cheap ebay tpu bumper cover. Perfect match.
Sent from my SPH-L710 using xda premium

case?
what case on ebay is that?
ranchosteve said:
Sedio back with cheap ebay tpu bumper cover. Perfect match.
Sent from my SPH-L710 using xda premium
Click to expand...
Click to collapse

tymansdaddy said:
what case on ebay is that?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-TPU-B...287377?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item5ae92fe751
Sent from my SPH-L710 using xda premium

knightblaze said:
Attached, you can see in one of the photos that the corner by the power button isn't flush(clip was broken on that corner). I am really hoping Seidio comes through, I heard their CS is top notch and i have never had issues with their other cases from the iPhone 4.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Looks nice but I have the white gs3, don't want my phone looking like an oreo cookie lol
Sent from my SGH-T999 using xda premium

Is this case so far the only higher protection case available that supports extended batteries? I only know of this one and the cases from hyperion and qcell. I got the qcell case on the hyperion battery but want something more rugged, dont like the slippery feeling.

I have a white sgs3 as shown and like the StormTrooper look lol. The Surface Extended case(still waiting to receive it) is essentialy the Surface Case which is great(have it for stock battery). It let's you use the Seidio Holster it came with. You can use the same holster with the Hyperion battery door and honeycomb tpu if you bought it.
I prefer the slimmer profile and feel of this battery door. Also it is sturdier than the Hyperion which has cracked on me by the charging port
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using Tapatalk 2

knightblaze said:
I have a white sgs3 as shown and like the StormTrooper look lol. The Surface Extended case(still waiting to receive it) is essentialy the Surface Case which is great(have it for stock battery). It let's you use the Seidio Holster it came with. You can use the same holster with the Hyperion battery door and honeycomb tpu if you bought it.
I prefer the slimmer profile and feel of this battery door. Also it is sturdier than the Hyperion which has cracked on me by the charging port
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using Tapatalk 2
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I had issues with my hyperion door(s). the first one was cracked on the side, they sent me a new one, the second was also cracked (this time by the ear phone plug) they sent me a third... the third is good to go.
they have great CS... but this seido just looks sexier.

Favorite Gel Case

I tried 2 gel cases the mini suit and amzers both found on Amazon.com
The mini suit doesn't have a gel feel, and lacks protection. Here's the link for mini suit..
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias=aps&field-keywords=Amzer+note+10.1
Amzers case has a very jelly feel, and is also much thicker. The price is well worth the extra grip and protection. Which is my favorite thing about the case. It helps you grip the enormous 10in display comfortably without fear of slippage.
http://www.amazon.com/Amzer-AMZ9466...id=1359557273&sr=8-1&keywords=Amzer+note+10.1
All in all if you want the cheapest case you can get to prevent back scratches go with mini suit. If you actually want a grippy protective gel case go with the Amzer. Both cases come in many colors, and at only $20 for the amzer, and $10 for the mini suit($5 shipping included) they are both a steal!
Please remember to thank post if you found it helpful!

Been thinking about getting amzer case, but have read a few reviews that say the silicon doesn't sit flush with the tablet. And that's, my one concern, tell us about it in y your opinion, and photos would be great thanks
Sent from my GT-N8010 using xda app-developers app

?
ckavvouras said:
Been thinking about getting amzer case, but have read a few reviews that say the silicon doesn't sit flush with the tablet. And that's, my one concern, tell us about it in y your opinion, and photos would be great thanks
Sent from my GT-N8010 using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
By flush you are referring to the way the speakers/headphone input are or aren't exposed?

Theway the rubber sits on the device or are there gaps on the bezel or around ports and or soeaker grills
Sent from my GT-N8010 using xda app-developers app

Photos not currently accessible...
ckavvouras said:
Theway the rubber sits on the device or are there gaps on the bezel or around ports and or soeaker grills
Sent from my GT-N8010 using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Hey man, So I was about to post pics for you but my phone kinda crapped out. Sent it into samsung so it should be back in the next 2 weeks. I will try to borrow my GF's GS3 to take some pictures later.. Unfortunately I am using a basic Huawei Android ATT Go phone in the mean time. No flash ****ty 3MP camera wouldn't really show you what you want to see.
I will be honest though, my thoughts about the amzer case where exactly that it was an amazingly snug and good fit. All the speakers/mics/camera/everything is all flush.

I have the amzer. It is thick and heavy. Loads of protection though. It covers all the silver except for speaker grills. There is a YouTube clip I think.

The amzer is definitely thick and good on protection.

Good

agreed
smegatron said:
I have the amzer. It is thick and heavy. Loads of protection though. It covers all the silver except for speaker grills. There is a YouTube clip I think.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Agreed. Great case.:good:

Got one of those mini suits on the way to the crib, only $5 shipped on Ebay btw.

Itchiee said:
Got one of those mini suits on the way to the crib, only $5 shipped on Ebay btw.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Ebay? Then it wasn't on the way to the crib homeboy.

Ynt: Favorite Gel Case
Hmmmm

http://www.amazon.com/Fosmon-Soft-S...ywords=samsung+galaxy+note+10.1+silicone+case

I have the Amzer and it is OK, I use it for work because it is indestructable. Loose fitting but has all the right holes. I wish it has a solid back plate and was a bit snug.

Shagerty said:
Ebay? Then it wasn't on the way to the crib homeboy.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Uh, duh - he ordered one and "it" is on the way to his crib, homeboy.
Sent from my palm to your face
::facepalm::

Since it is silicon, have any of you found it to be a dust attractor? I've had that issue with nearly every silicon case I've tried.

Not a real dust attractor
lazer155 said:
Since it is silicon, have any of you found it to be a dust attractor? I've had that issue with nearly every silicon case I've tried.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Im not sure if your aware of the newer types of polymers used for gel cases nowadays. They are more dust resistent. In short I dont have a huge dust issue when using the amzer gel case. It stays fairly clean and if it attracts an occasional cat or dog hair theyre not statically glued to the case! Hope this helps!​

I have the mini suit and it's great. Fits snugly and all the holes match up. I have a handmade leather case for my note and the mini suit is good to use when I'm walking around with it.

Generic TPU cases

hello everyone,
Are generic TPU cases reliable from a potential 4 feet drop crack screen ?
Sent from my SGH-T959 using xda app-developers app

souleater11 said:
hello everyone,
Are generic TPU cases reliable from a potential 4 feet drop crack screen ?
Sent from my SGH-T959 using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes bro!!
TPU cases strong enough to handle 5-6 ft drop; however, it depends on the screen size of phone as well!
I keep my LG Optimus G Pro in Silicon case, and my Galaxy S3 in TPU case!

souleater11 said:
hello everyone,
Are generic TPU cases reliable from a potential 4 feet drop crack screen ?
Sent from my SGH-T959 using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Not with this phone. I bought this one:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DCAX5L6/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Some of the reviewers actually dropped their phones onto concrete and this case protected the phone well. It fits very snug and you get used to the extra bulk fast.

stfly said:
Not with this phone. I bought this one:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DCAX5L6/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Some of the reviewers actually dropped their phones onto concrete and this case protected the phone well. It fits very snug and you get used to the extra bulk fast.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
My mother has that case for her Mega. It seems pretty good.
For my e980, I have this case -
http://www.amazon.com/SlickGears-Kickstand-Holster-Protector-SoftTouchTM/dp/B00DP8ZERS
It also comes in many colors -
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Dmobile&field-keywords=e980+holster
I wanted a case like an otterbox with a holster, and this is the closest you will find. I like it a lot. The only thing I do not like, is it does not have a screen protector, so a separate one must be put on. Many reviewers say it's very hard to put in and take out of the holster. I have no problems like that. I think they are trying to put it in the holster with the screen facing out, which is impossible to do. It was designed to cover the screen in the holster.
I don't believe the case stfly posted has a screen protector either.

Yeah, it doesn't have a built-in screen protector, but those cases look a bit cheap. The primary reasons for my choice were the price and the number of reviews. Got it for a song... I think $2.
I realize it's not very smart to skimp on the protection for an expensive gadget but I got lucky this time. It's a very high quality cover.