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Case recommendations ?

Does anyone have any recommendations for a case. I've has 2 Krusell cases, I like them, but they keep cracking. I also had the official one which I didn't really like - felt cheap.
Has anyone any recommendations? I'm thinking of the NGP Semi-Rigid Soft Shell Case. I want to still maintain the thin feel of the phone.

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Wrong thread but the Otter Box is great. I couldn't live without it.
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case-mate barerly there?

If I was you, I would go for the 's line' case from Ebay.
Why? It's cheap, very good build quality, protects the screen also and the most important for feature, grip at both sides.
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manmad said:
case-mate barerly there?
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Mine is starting to crack, fell out my hoodie pocket today about 1ft drop and the case has a crack on it. Also has another crack from when I dropped it at a house party but its barely noticeable.

case mate though, very, very good, i love it, and makes my mind rest, if my phone falls to the ground i will survive

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case mate though, very, very good, i love it, and makes my mind rest, if my phone falls to the ground i will survive
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I was looking at the case mates but they seem to be made of the same material as the Krusell, which cracked twice on me, also the fact that the camera cutout isn't entirely flush would be a bugbear for me.
Went into CPW at lunch to have a look, but they only had 2 cases! Hard to buy these things blind online.

sinkingfish said:
I was looking at the case mates but they seem to be made of the same material as the Krusell, which cracked twice on me, also the fact that the camera cutout isn't entirely flush would be a bugbear for me.
Went into CPW at lunch to have a look, but they only had 2 cases! Hard to buy these things blind online.
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im using the case-mate tough right now for a few months and i must say that it looks very very strong!
Its a good quality product.
What the **** do you do with your phone that you break so many cases?

My barely there is cracking after 3 weeks. I hope it stops cracking haha

007Arc said:
If I was you, I would go for the 's line' case from Ebay.
Why? It's cheap, very good build quality, protects the screen also and the most important for feature, grip at both sides.
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Good shout mate, I have a s line and casemate barely there, use the s line when i'm at work and barely there the rest of the time. both really good quality.

pd81 said:
Good shout mate, I have a s line and casemate barely there, use the s line when i'm at work and barely there the rest of the time. both really good quality.
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Normally I don't like cases on my phones, but I had to take one also for work so my phone won't get scratched. But because I like the s line so much, I keep it on whole the time
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I'm amazed with all the positive comments for such a cheap case. Ordered one on eBay, might still keep an eye out for another though.
Having said that the phone feels so much better without a cover.
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Any High End Cases Coming Out, like ELEMENT for example

i really like this one
http://www.elementcase.com/Sector-5-iPhone-Case-a/302.htm
but a quick google showed nothing like that in the pipeline for nexus 5. maybe someone here knows if something by another manufacturer is coming out? thanks guys.

emo72 said:
i really like this one
http://www.elementcase.com/Sector-5-iPhone-Case-a/302.htm
but a quick google showed nothing like that in the pipeline for nexus 5. maybe someone here knows if something by another manufacturer is coming out? thanks guys.
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I honestly can't imagine ANY case being $150(nearly half the price of the dang phone) better than the cheap one I bought on Amazon for 5 bucks.

Landara said:
I honestly can't imagine ANY case being $150(nearly half the price of the dang phone) better than the cheap one I bought on Amazon for 5 bucks.
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^This
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Landara said:
I honestly can't imagine ANY case being $150(nearly half the price of the dang phone) better than the cheap one I bought on Amazon for 5 bucks.
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yeah, wasnt planning on spending anything like that at all. but something better than the 10 dollar ones. im really chuffed with this phone, and don mind spending 40 euro on a decentish case. thanks guys

emo72 said:
yeah, wasnt planning on spending anything like that at all. but something better than the 10 dollar ones. im really chuffed with this phone, and don mind spending 40 euro on a decentish case. thanks guys
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I see where you're coming from, I'm mostly interested on buying a good tempered glass screen protector. That being said, the most I would pay is $40 US and a decent $10 case.

I like it!
I also like the looks of this case, but I have no experience with this brand. I'm a long time Otterbox user and have absolutely enjoyed peace of mind with a rugged or semi-rugged case on my smartphones in the past. I just ordered my N5 and I'm really looking forward to it as it will be my first Nexus devise but I knew that my accessory options would be limited for awhile. If a decent rugged case does hit the market I'll be all over it though. I tend to use my phones for three to four years so the investment of a high end case is well worth while in the long run. That being said...to each their own...some people are a lot more careful and don't need to worry about everyday drops and fumbles but I'm a frequent dropper.

If element does come out with a case I will probably buy the fake version for 25% of the price tbh haha.

I don't think you'll ever see a "high end" case like that for the nexus phones/tabets since there simply isn't enough demand for the phone/case. Meaning the manufacture(s) simply aren't interested.
For all the millions of accessories out there for the iphone/galaxy series, the nexus line only gets a few accessories in comparison. Couple of bumpers and a few cases of which a lot go by the same design. Nothing to "high profile" or anything.

Dang. That is a sweet looking case!
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busab said:
Dang. That is a sweet looking case!
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yeah its sweet alright. for that type of money it should be. i guess i started this thread to see if anyone knew of anything coming out soon for the nexus 5. surely someone could make something around 40 euro that was really well made and looked good. maybe the nexus 5 will sell a lot better than the 4 and manufacturers will be interested.

Seidio
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Landara said:
I honestly can't imagine ANY case being $150(nearly half the price of the dang phone) better than the cheap one I bought on Amazon for 5 bucks.
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This +1
Case is there to protect your phone. If you want to spend that much on a case just leave your phone unprotected. Buy a new one with the same money...

The Spigen Neo Hybrid Case and the Spigen Case Slim Armor are really high-end cases.
I've purchased them via Amazon together with the Spigen GLAStR Screen Protector and they look and feel much more high-grade than other cases like the Cruzerlite or the Ringke Fusion.
The Neo Hybrid fits extremely well and the screen protector is awesome.
It's much more smoother than the Gorilla Glass 3 and swiping and touching is just a dream.
Give them a shot if you search a high quality case.

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The Spigen Neo Hybrid Case and the Spigen Case Slim Armor are really high-end cases.
I've purchased them via Amazon together with the Spigen GLAStR Screen Protector and they look and feel much more high-grade than other cases like the Cruzerlite or the Ringke Fusion.
The Neo Hybrid fits extremely well and the screen protector is awesome.
It's much more smoother than the Gorilla Glass 3 and swiping and touching is just a dream.
Give them a shot if you search a high quality case.
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Yep the hybrid case is great! It looks nice the power and volume buttons work flawlessly. My only gripe is the headphone hole. It won't work well for fat plugs like computer speaker plug for example. But since I don't use it that often it isn't too bad.
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BeerChameleon said:
Yep the hybrid case is great! It looks nice the power and volume buttons work flawlessly. My only gripe is the headphone hole. It won't work well for fat plugs like computer speaker plug for example. But since I don't use it that often it isn't too bad.
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Is the back not as slippery as many people make it out to be in reviews?

drep said:
Is the back not as slippery as many people make it out to be in reviews?
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No, it's very similar to the original N5 back.
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My only gripe is the headphone hole. It won't work well for fat plugs like computer speaker plug for example.
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I've purchased "Pressy - The almighty button" and I think I can't use it with the Hybrid case.

I have the Neo and rate it as simply ok. It will keep the phone from getting scratched and doesn't look cheap and you have the feeling the phone may survive a drop. Or not. And yes, it is more slippery than the bare phone with a poor feel in hand. I also have the Seidio Dilex which is a little better looking and more likely to get your phone through a drop. That one has good feel in hand. There is still some hope that Casemate will come out with a tough case which I would buy in a heartbeat. Easily the best of any of the cases mentioned here all of which I've had in the past.

Spigen has the better looking cases out right now .I'm sure in time their will be more !!
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Favorite Case for Galaxy S 3?

I love the Ballistic Hard Core case

Mobicrab
My favorite
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Mobicrab-Me...ame-Skin-for-Galaxy-S3-8-Colors-/130969057588

UAG black - very good protection with just enough bulk/weight combo. Also, the case fits perfectly on the phone, very high quality production. With awesome design to boot. The screen cover it brings is also the best one i've ever seen, no cheapo 3 for 1€'s from ebay even compare.
http://www.private.abacus24-7.com/ebimages/093-UAG-S3BK.jpg
Survived plenty of abuse already, phone remains mint.

http://www.zoogue.com/galaxy-s3-social-case/
Best combination of protection, slimness, and grip but is easy to slide in and out of a pocket.

I like my otterbox armor series.
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Lifeproof nüüd.
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Out of all the 20-30 cases I had Lol, the body glove shock suit fit the glove well and still does. No other case will be needed. Am now trying to sell the leftovers Lol.
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jskello said:
I love the Ballistic Hard Core case
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Yes! This!!! I have the exact same case its amazing! Like nothing can destroy this phone with this case!

I used a SGP Neo Hybrid since more than one year but a few month ago the polycarbonat frame is broken so I buy this one:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Book-Wallet...-Samsung-Galaxy-S3-III-GT-i9300-/271210987593
And I'm total happy with this Case since 2 month!

After trying about 10 cases of varying materials , shapes and sizes I chose the fake Neo Hybrid case since the origional doesn't seem to be available anymore. Build quality is quite good for under 10 bucks and if it breaks itll be cheap to buy another.

UAG is the best!! Very good quality and build. Using it with a 0,4 mm glass screen protector. Beats the plastic ones by a 1000 miles.

+1 on the bodyglove shocksuit!! The shizz.

Spigen neo hybrid now, had an Otterbox commuter for the last year. Like them both but I prefer the Spigen

Got to agree body glove is the best. Good price and doesn't make the phone to big and bulky.
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kaynpayn said:
UAG black - very good protection with just enough bulk/weight combo. Also, the case fits perfectly on the phone, very high quality production. With awesome design to boot. The screen cover it brings is also the best one i've ever seen, no cheapo 3 for 1€'s from ebay even compare.
Survived plenty of abuse already, phone remains mint.
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Oh my god yes. the UAG case is really nice. The one thing I do dislike is that the lettering on the back came off within the first week of having it. Still recommend for durability. Btw those who want the case, Slate is a lot closer to the natural GS3 blue than you think!

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Oh my god yes. the UAG case is really nice. The one thing I do dislike is that the lettering on the back came off within the first week of having it. Still recommend for durability. Btw those who want the case, Slate is a lot closer to the natural GS3 blue than you think!
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most of the fake UAG case sell cheap and have letters failling off or just painted on it not mentioning the quality is not the same at all.
im not saying you brought fake one but just sharing some experiences.
also my fav case is indeed a UAG one (Scout/black) i got it from Ebay for 24$ port inclusive from a Belgian seller, i did some investigation because even if its only 10 bucks less than the official store its still suspicious, i did sent some detailed pics of the case and box info/bar code and according to the customer service : it's a original one, nonetheless i spared 10$ on it but i didnt got custom taxes.

ReiverBlade said:
most of the fake UAG case sell cheap and have letters failling off or just painted on it not mentioning the quality is not the same at all.
im not saying you brought fake one but just sharing some experiences.
also my fav case is indeed a UAG one (Scout/black) i got it from Ebay for 24$ port inclusive from a Belgian seller, i did some investigation because even if its only 10 bucks less than the official store its still suspicious, i did sent some detailed pics of the case and box info/bar code and according to the customer service : it's a original one, nonetheless i spared 10$ on it but i didnt got custom taxes.
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Wow, I didn't know they sold many knockoffs. Mine was direct from Amazon through UAG. I think I just have oily skin which made it easier to reduce the sticky solution for the lettering. Thanks for letting me know of that! I might get another just to have more color selection

Lifeproof Fre.
Otterbox Armour is a close second, but the lifeproof is more practical for everyday use, as it's more pocketable and wireless charging works through it.

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Lifeproof Fre.
Otterbox Armour is a close second, but the lifeproof is more practical for everyday use, as it's more pocketable and wireless charging works through it.
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exactly what make a UAG better than a Otterbox, Otter are nice but too bulky.
funny experience: i had 2 S3 dropped from my balcony (around 3meter)1 from a friend with a Otterbox defender and mine with the UAG without screen protector both hit the concrete on the lower edge (where the soft bumper is) result : mine nothing the other had a little (very small) crack on the bottom of the screen xD
sorry for the blurry quality xD

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Lifeproof Fre.
Otterbox Armour is a close second, but the lifeproof is more practical for everyday use, as it's more pocketable and wireless charging works through it.
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That life proof looks really solid but still just a bit too bulky for me. I might get something a bit thicker than my UAG, but first I need a proper full screen protector. I've gone through like 5 because they are dammed hard to apply.
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Any "otterbox" like cases

I've looked quite a bit and cant really find any good cases that are like otterbox. Its not that i want an otterbox. I just would like something similar that covers up all the ports on the phone. There only seem to be 3. Maxboost hybrid, trident and i bason i think. But they seem to be cheap and dont fully cover the ports. I already have the maxboost, witch is ok, but its pretty cheap, and every time i pull it out of my pocket the bottom half slides off and i have to slide it back in place. Why is there no otterbox? They got something against the N5?, they even got a moto g case. Its all about the $$$

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I've looked quite a bit and cant really find any good cases that are like otterbox. Its not that i want an otterbox. I just would like something similar that covers up all the ports on the phone. There only seem to be 3. Maxboost hybrid, trident and i bason i think. But they seem to be cheap and dont fully cover the ports. I already have the maxboost, witch is ok, but its pretty cheap, and every time i pull it out of my pocket the bottom half slides off and i have to slide it back in place. Why is there no otterbox? They got something against the N5?, they even got a moto g case. Its all about the $$$
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http://blog.shopandroid.com/ballistic-sg-maxx-case-nexus-5-otterbox-rival/

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http://blog.shopandroid.com/ballistic-sg-maxx-case-nexus-5-otterbox-rival/
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I just bought this, from fleabay, Cant really tell you too much, never had an otterbox..
I can tell you its pretty cool, and the front screen protector is nice, doesnt hinder touch too much

The problem you are going to most likely have with the ballistic (because I certainly do) is the need to remove it once a week or so due to the level of dust that somehow manages to transfer from inside your pocket or anywhere else to under the protector. Unlike an otterbox which actually tries to keep dust out at the top, this is a wide open door. Also, it takes some getting used to looking at the case because of how much the 4 corners bulge out - definitely not the prettiest case around.
But I fully appreciate this case for what it does do right - I have dropped my N5 on concrete numerous times and it's sometimes funny to show off how good of a case it is to people I meet by just saying "oops" and dropping it from shoulder height onto pretty much any surface below. See the looks on peoples faces - worth the money right there. Lol

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Ya thats one i saw also. It isnt very appealing.

Just received this hybrid a couple days ago and do far loving it. Tight fit, no play, covers all ports, not lint magnet, nice hard tpu inner and a decent built-in screen protector.
http://www.fosmon.com/product/hybo-snap-series-for-google-nexus-5/
Multiple colors.
I got it on amazon for around $6.50 us on amazon.
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Hey i saw that too but couldnt find a black one. Thanks

Andromendous said:
Ya thats one i saw also. It isnt very appealing.
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None of them are appealing to me. Even otterbox. On any phone. Just ugly.
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Andromendous said:
I've looked quite a bit and cant really find any good cases that are like otterbox. Its not that i want an otterbox. I just would like something similar that covers up all the ports on the phone. There only seem to be 3. Maxboost hybrid, trident and i bason i think. But they seem to be cheap and dont fully cover the ports. I already have the maxboost, witch is ok, but its pretty cheap, and every time i pull it out of my pocket the bottom half slides off and i have to slide it back in place. Why is there no otterbox? They got something against the N5?, they even got a moto g case. Its all about the $$$
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Spigen Slim Armor, I have been using it for months. Looks great, protects well, and doesn't add much size to the phone. $15 for the smooth black, great deal
http://www.spigen.com/nexus-5-case-slim-armor.html

Looks arent as important to me, im just worried about the protection of the phone and ports

Most people haven't heard of it but Siedio makes amazing full body protective cases.
Search Google for the Seidio Convert Combo Case Nexus 5. (I'd give you a link but I have 2g right now)
The case makes your nexus 5 a little bulky, but not much heavier ime. It has covers for the ports and its a 3 layer case with a good quality screen protector included.

Honestly, I believe that the Spigen Slim Armor is quite overpriced for what you get. i say this having actually bought one myself. The software is totally rubbish. Also, since it depends on using the proximity sensor to activate the screen, it causes numerous issues with that as well. you could always use it without the software, but it still doesn't change the fact that you just paid $45 for a piece of plastic with a hinge.

+1 on the seidio convert case. I just got it from the android central store during one of their last sales and I love it. It comes with the seidio surface hard shell case with kickstand which is pretty slim and protective on its own, but it also comes with the thicker rubber outer case and hard shell for structure and more protection (and protects/covers the ports), plus it comes with a locking holster that you can switch mounting attachments on between the standard belt clip, or the car mount, running arm band, bike handle bar mount (sold separately).
The case is awesome, I couldn't say more good things about it, great shock protection, great dust protection, light water protection, great button response, and the ability the simply use the surface case in its own right makes this well worth the money!
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lotherius said:
Honestly, I believe that the Spigen Slim Armor is quite overpriced for what you get. i say this having actually bought one myself. The software is totally rubbish. Also, since it depends on using the proximity sensor to activate the screen, it causes numerous issues with that as well. you could always use it without the software, but it still doesn't change the fact that you just paid $45 for a piece of plastic with a hinge.
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Thanks for the input. Was just browsing this particular case and was considering getting one

Thanks for the suggestions all, I think ill be gettin me a seidio!!

Bumper case?

Are there any bumper cases that are not aluminium? I bought one on ebay it scratched up my phone.
Other cases make this phone way to fat anyone can suggest something?
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Slimmest bumper case that I have found:
http://www.amazon.com/Galaxy-Note-C...1418384336&sr=8-1&keywords=note+4+ringke+slim
Appreciating it more, as time has gone by using this case.

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Are there any bumper cases that are not aluminium? I bought one on ebay it scratched up my phone.
Other cases make this phone way to fat anyone can suggest something?
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Tech 21 is the best one I have owned and it feels great in the hand and in my opinion is very attractive.
https://www.tech21.com/classic-mesh-case-for-note-4-clear.html

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Tech 21 is the best one I have owned and it feels great in the hand and in my opinion is very attractive.
https://www.tech21.com/classic-mesh-case-for-note-4-clear.html
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Damn lol this one is to expensive for me but thanks!

patt2k said:
Damn lol this one is to expensive for me but thanks!
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Just got one from ebay for $9.00. Best $9 I ever spent. Its hard rubber, fits well and feels great.
Only issue is note doesnt sit great on my charging stand but it still makes enough contact to charge.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/390959706206

I would have t I agree with gatesjr and patt2k, the tech21 case is one of the best cases i have had. Its slim, relativly sticky when placed on glass or other similarly hard surfaces, and has minimal screen blockage around the edges making it relativly easy to say drag a icon from one screen to another. It was a little pricey compared to some of the 2 part silicone/plastic cases for 9 or 12 dollars on amazon (which i like them to have had good luck with them) but overall this case is my favorite. All holes line up and just feels plain good in the hand. Plus when i take my phone out of it to clean it up, it still looks like it came from the factory ?
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I would have t I agree with gatesjr and patt2k, the tech21 case is one of the best cases i have had. Its slim, relativly sticky when placed on glass or other similarly hard surfaces, and has minimal screen blockage around the edges making it relativly easy to say drag a icon from one screen to another. It was a little pricey compared to some of the 2 part silicone/plastic cases for 9 or 12 dollars on amazon (which i like them to have had good luck with them) but overall this case is my favorite. All holes line up and just feels plain good in the hand. Plus when i take my phone out of it to clean it up, it still looks like it came from the factory ?
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I didnt buy it fyi lol