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Thinnest case with full protection

Any one have a recommendation of the thinnest case that protects all four sides of the phone? I have the GSM Nexus and the Incipio and Case Mate options do not provide cover on all four sides. I was wondering if any one has seen something similar but with 4 corner protection

I don't really like cases as I find the ones with a nice feel to "grab" too much when I pull the phone out of my pocket, but I do use a silicone "skin" occasionally when I want to keep the phone from jostling around in my cupholder or if I'm doing an activity where I don't want the phone to slide out of my pocket easily. They're dirt cheap too, only $2-$3 on ebay.

Rearth RingKe Slim
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Definitely a toss-up between Rearth Ringke SLIM, SGP Neo-Hybrid, and SGP Ultra Capsule.
Here's an excellent video review of the SGP Neo-Hybrid. I'm really interested in seeing the same reviewer do the Rearth SLIM, and sent him a PM requesting it. I hope he obliges

The problem that I have with the rearth and the hybrid is that they don't come completely up the side of the phone. I wouldn't mind if they came flush. The capsule might be a winner I'll have to find more pictures.
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cchant said:
The problem that I have with the rearth and the hybrid is that they don't come completely up the side of the phone. I wouldn't mind if they came flush. The capsule might be a winner I'll have to find more pictures.
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The Rearth indeed doesn't come all the way up on the sides, however the Hybrid does. Check out the review I linked you, specifically 1 minute and 53 seconds in - you can see the rubber part comes up and slightly over the phone.
In either case it doesn't really matter, either way the top and bottom DO have extruding "lips" so when you place your phone flat on a surface, the screen won't be touching it.

soulicro said:
The Rearth indeed doesn't come all the way up on the sides, however the Hybrid does. Check out the review I linked you, specifically 1 minute and 53 seconds in - you can see the rubber parts comes up and slightly over the phone.
In either case it doesn't really matter, either way the top and bottom DO have extruding "lips" so when you place your phone flat on a surface, the screen won't be touching it.
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Oh thanks I didn't notice the lip on the Hybrid.. Interesting. Thanks

any of these fit the extended battery in cdma version

I'm currently using the diztronic rev 3 matte black one . Works great and it fits over the extended battery.
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I just got my GSM Nexus, and just installed an XO skin (non-case version) on the screen. do any of the above case suggestions interfere with screen protectors? I'm looking to getting a thin case just to increase the grip on the device.

I wish someone would make something like the diztronic but thinner. That way it would have grip and a little protection, but still feel close to stock and fit in docks and such. I saw something like this years ago on a nokia phone.
I have a diztronic case and it's not bad but too thick Imo. I ordered one of those "skin" stickers, but haven't received it yet.
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I went with the sgp Neo hybrid. It's much thinner than I expected and provides full coverage. My only is that it's smoothness is hard to get used to and is a little slippery. Hopefully I won't drop it
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SGP Neo Hybrid
SGP NEO HYBRID!!!!! and since you have the gsm version itll fit like a glove
HIGHLY RECOMMEND

Sgp Neo hybrid ftw. Best case IMO. Its not slippery for me at all. And its pretty damn thin for a 2 piece case. They even sent it hand gift wrapped. Great customer service !
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LTE Gnex owners need something

Searching for a SLIM case

Hi, i'm searching for a SLIM case, but unlike the Barely There from Case-mate i want it to fully cover the phone.
Is there any around them? my research got no results

i have a ringke slim case on mine right now. fits the oem extended battery, its a pretty nice case and very slim

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i have a ringke slim case on mine right now. fits the oem extended battery, its a pretty nice case and very slim
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It does not cover the phone

try the sgp neo hybrid, its the thinnest dual layer case ive seen. i cut out the backing now so i use it as a bumber case.

hey im like you. i love the barely there case but i also had a problem with it offering just partial protection.
i ended up with the sgp ultra hybrid case. and i couldnt be happier. very slim. very well built. the only thing it doesnt cover is the screen. doesnt add much bulk.
i also have the sgp ultra capsule.. its just too shiny looking for me.

Diztronic Matte
I like the Diztronic Matte Back Black Flexible *Revision 3* TPU Case.
$9.89 on Amazon, thin and covers phone

Incipio Silicrylic case ftw.
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baibye said:
I like the Diztronic Matte Back Black Flexible *Revision 3* TPU Case.
$9.89 on Amazon, thin and covers phone
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I buy Diztronics for all my phones.

Just got the alpine white ringke slim case. Best case I have come across. Looks amazing!
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I recommend either one of these. The Ultra Hybrid may look thick, but it's actually thinner than the Cruzer Lite one as much to my surprise.
Ultry Hybrid:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SHjQdA1ueaY&list=UUbfFMjyhflN4xFOFEmPj-wg&index=1&feature=plcp
Cruzer Lite:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NH8TPxSFt6w&list=UUbfFMjyhflN4xFOFEmPj-wg&index=6&feature=plcp

I like the cruzer lite, it adds a thick enough "lip" over the face of the phone that setting it down doesn't allow your screen to contact the surface you set it on. Plus it's only $9.

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I buy Diztronics for all my phones.
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I also have this case and I really like it. It's matte, though, so it's not exactly grippy, if you're looking for that.

thinnest and uber cheap case
Hi there,
I'm not quite sure how thin you would like your case to be, but I recently discovered a couple of cases on ebay that may fit your description.
LINK: I'm sorry, I am a relatively new user on XDA and I can't post link just yet. However, you can ebay a seller called "smokydiscount" and keywords: 0.2mm Ultra thin case for galaxy nexus prime. Otherwise, just PM me.
MY OPINION: I really like these cases and they're great for scratch protection. As for drops and bumps, these cases are negligible; your phone will probably be just as damaged as compared to without a case.
PROS:
- Incredibly thin. It's as if your phone doesn't have a case on it
- WILL protect the back from any scratches. You can leave your phone on a rough surface without any concerns
- Very cheap
CONS:
- There is no front lip, meaning if you put your phone face down on a rough surface, beware. However, the case does come with a screen protector which is fairly decent (ALMOST to the same standard as Brando screen protectors)
- For some reason it does make the phone more slippery. The plastic doesn't provide any grip
- The case is very fragile when it is not applied on your phone. I had to get a replacement sent out because the case came to my house cracked, most probably due to the postage and handling.
Despite the cons, this is definitely one of my favourite cases. Check them out.

TPU rubber case with stand on amazon only 3 bucks and it covers everything , just need a screen protector
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I just just got the Speck Pixel skin HD, and its pretty great. Thinner profile than my otter box commuter, yet it feels much better. It looks pretty good, but I don't know if it was really worth $30
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[REVIEW] Amcase Ultra Slim Case

Hey guys this is my review of the Amcase Ultra slim case for the nexus 5. This is my first time doing a review so I'll cover what I like and don't like. I took pictures of the case on the Nexus 5 with my Galaxy S3 camera so it might not look that great. I took a seperate picture of the case itself with my Nexus 5 so you could have a better idea on how it looks.
Pros
Very nice percision fit (takes effort to get it off)
Great material it's similar to the same grippy material on the black nexus 5 cases
Feels great in your hand
Barely notice the case at all
Cons
No protection if dropped
Finger prints (Not really a big con but that's why i bought a white nexus)
Don't like that the buttons are not covered like spigen (Personal preference)
No protection on top or bottom edges
Overall this is a really nice case if you're going out to a nice event and want a stylish looking case. I never noticed how bulky my spigen hybrid was compared to this. I will use spigen for the protection it offers from drops but I'll have this for when I want my phone to look good and feel like it's naked.
Edit: Here's the amazon link http://www.amazon.com/amCase-Slim-F...qid=1384892370&sr=8-4&keywords=amcase+nexus+5

I just posted a review on Amazon for this. Overall a pretty nice case. If anything I'm returning the Spigen
Full disclosure The Mfr sent me the item to test out, however I take the price of the item into full account basing my review.
Very minimalistic case that is similar to the Spigen Ultra Fit Slim case which I had before and will be comparing against.
Pros:
1) Soft touch on this case is "softer" and does not collect fingerprints as much
2) There are no sharp edges like on the Spigen cases
3) Cheaper than the Spigen case in price
4) Works with Qi Chargers (as to be expected from thin cases)
Pro or Con:
1) There is no edge lip where the power button and volume rockers are. Good because this makes it easier to press the buttons. But it is slightly less protection in that area, though that is questionable
2) Camera cutout is a teardrop rather than 2 circles. Doesn't really seem to be a big difference either way.
Con:
1) Wish there was more coverage on top and bottom. There is slightly more edging around the corner for the spigen cases
2) Logo is more tastefully done for the Spigen rather than the amcase (Spigen case is engraved in)

I have the AmCase Ultra Slim case as well, and here are my thoughts:
+ GREAT feel. Smooth, soft and rubbery. Does show fingerprints and grease, like most other soft-touch matte black finishes.
+ Maintains slim design of Nexus 5.
+ Flash module cutout is large, i.e. good. (Other cases with tiny, circular flash module cutouts produce distorted photos when flash is used because the flash bounces off the sides of the tiny cutout and reflects back into the camera lens).
+/- Extremely slim. Thinner than Spigen Ultra Slim.
+- Very slight lip wraps around to the screen and lifts the screen maybe .5mm off the surface of a table. Enough to protect the screen from a grain of sugar, but not enough to protect against a grain of salt.
- Top and bottom of phone are left open and not protected by the shell. Other similar snap-on shell-style cases for the Nexus 5 (I've owned 3 so far) protect the top and bottom very slightly. This case has even less top and bottom protection.

I love the feel of this case! I can't get enough of it lol. I switch it out between my spigen ultra hybrid when I don't need the added protection.
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FuMMoD said:
I love the feel of this case! I can't get enough of it lol. I switch it out between my spigen ultra hybrid when I don't need the added protection.
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Funny, this is exactly what I'm doing lol Best slim case for the money. (And I honestly believe this is the best slim case even if the price is doubled) I would easily recommend amCases from now on.
I have a video review if you guys want to check it out:

Just received mine literally a few minutes ago from UPS. Easily the best slim case so far and way better than that crappy Reearth Ringke slim case. I have the white Nexus 5 and it feels really nice and premium on the phone. Added the needed grip I was missing and you can barely tell it is on the phone. Not to mention no sharp corners. I recommend this case to anyone looking for a nice, quality slim case. For 5 dollars, hell you can't go wrong lol.

Not really helping my addiction lol
Just ordered Amazon Prime should be here Wednesday.......... Thanks I think lol

BaNkS said:
Just received mine literally a few minutes ago from UPS. Easily the best slim case so far and way better than that crappy Reearth Ringke slim case. I have the white Nexus 5 and it feels really nice and premium on the phone. Added the needed grip I was missing and you can barely tell it is on the phone. Not to mention no sharp corners. I recommend this case to anyone looking for a nice, quality slim case. For 5 dollars, hell you can't go wrong lol.
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It is such a nice case right! First time I had such a case that felt so good in my hands.
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Philly Jim said:
Not really helping my addiction lol
Just ordered Amazon Prime should be here Wednesday.......... Thanks I think lol
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Haha you won't regret it. I already tossed the Ringke slim case I had. lol
FuMMoD said:
It is such a nice case right! First time I had such a case that felt so good in my hands.
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Totally agree. I love it. I am surprised this case isn't getting the spotlight it deserves.

BaNkS said:
Haha you won't regret it. I already tossed the Ringke slim case I had. lol
Totally agree. I love it. I am surprised this case isn't getting the spotlight it deserves.
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I use it as the benchmark for slim cases. I just ordered some cheap sand cases for a dollar each and they seem too rough on the inside and and the edges too sharp as well. I got spoiled by this case haha.
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Cases that dont ruin the feel of the phone

Been using the neo hybrid for a bit only issue is it adds some bulk because of its square design, also the fact that its not that grippy doesnt help.
Thinking of returning it for a better slimmer case. Any suggestions?
forgot to mentions i am also using the spigen crystal screen protector

TheLastMirana said:
Been using the neo hybrid for a bit only issue is it adds some bulk because of its square design, also the fact that its not that grippy doesnt help.
Thinking of returning it for a better slimmer case. Any suggestions?
forgot to mentions i am also using the spigen crystal screen protector
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For full phone coverage the Diztronic tpu case is fairly thin. For a little less protection the Rinke slim hard case is very thin and keeps the original feeling of the phone.
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I've been very pleased with my Spigen ultra fit. Ringke also has a version, and LG is supposed to have a similar one soon as well (there's thread titled LG hardshell).
The Spigen case probably does not offer the same drop protection since it is a plastic shell, but I like that it at least feels like the phone (both colors' feel/texture are well matched to each phone color's feel/texture), and retains the phone's slim design. My only warning would be to add 4 tiny strips of Scotch tape inside the edges of this case, since some people have reported the case scratching their phone sides upon removal.

I do not recommend ultra fit
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been researching through all the cases espcially the slim ones. Both spigen and ringkes slim one can scratch up the phone and are really sharp on the edges... might just go naked with screen protector , the black nexus 5 feels so good in the hands =)

Mine has no sharp edges. Guess I got lucky!

U should check out skins. I heard good things about dbrand
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herosemblem said:
Mine has no sharp edges. Guess I got lucky!
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was reading the thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2507313
came to my conclusion from a lot of people's experiences

Snap on case for Nexus 5
I use this Snap on case for my N5 and it really goes well with the look of my phone and do complete justice with it....the case quality is very fine..fine grip..not slippery..can also lay my phone on the table from screen side no worries..protects the phone from both upper and downward ends...and as it is too a kick stand one so I too enjoy the media viewing on it.....I like this one...so you can give a try to it...may be you like it...
thanks !!!

I use a suede pouch for the Nexus 5. Check out sfbags .

Thank you...Jimmy..I had considered...the Amzer case...indeed the texture looks very grippy...and..the kickstand is a nice feature as well...what do you think..about the durability of the kickstand?...I have read in a few reviews..that the kickstand breaks after the first few uses...let us know..what you think...thanks..

I picked up a couple of $3 cheap Chinese imports from Ebay. TPU, gloss black "bumper" with matte-black back. Super thin, just thick enough to negate the camera lens bump. I wish I could tell you the brands, but "generic" is all that comes to mind. One did have a little seam ridge along the very outside edge - which I took care of with a disposable razor. Just shave it off.

Diztronic matte TPU case will meet your needs
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reisa said:
I picked up a couple of $3 cheap Chinese imports from Ebay. TPU, gloss black "bumper" with matte-black back. Super thin, just thick enough to negate the camera lens bump. I wish I could tell you the brands, but "generic" is all that comes to mind. One did have a little seam ridge along the very outside edge - which I took care of with a disposable razor. Just shave it off.
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Same here, I ordered a matte black hard plastic case. Exact same feel as the actual phone and is very slim. For 1.68 free shipping how can you go wrong?!

Ringke slim. Feels like the same exact phone with our a case on but providing protection for the lenses
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Using Spigen Slim Armor. To me, doesn't add me bulk or weight. The back isn't very slick (although it shows fingerprints and smudges pretty easy, but they wipe off just as easily). I like it, very pleased with it. I did get one of the defective ones, but it was replaced very quickly, and now it's fine.
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I bought this case off eBay:
http://m.ebay.com/itm/400619070423?nav=SEARCH&sbk=1
Out of 3 different cases I bought (neo hybrid, bumper, s line) it was the cheapest. To my surprise it also is the best fitting. Felt comfortable in the hand, easy to grip and hold, doesn't feel like its going to slip out of your hand like the neo hybrid.
The neo hybrid is a nice case, but it feels awkward and uncomfortable due to is solid square design. Spigen needs to redesign it with curves around the back for better geip., but it just feels huge to hold in comparison to the eBay one I linked too, and a naked nexus 5
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The rearth slim is as close as you'll get to the naked n5
NX5

I've had ultra slim, neo hybrid, unicorn beetle, cruzerlite experience, and the Diztronic matte. The Diztronic won. Makes the phone actually feel better to hold and is minimalist.
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rukkus said:
I've had ultra slim, neo hybrid, unicorn beetle, cruzerlite experience, and the Diztronic matte. The Diztronic won. Makes the phone actually feel better to hold and is minimalist.
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I agree completely. This diztronic does truly fit the phone like a glove and makes it better to hold. Love it! My 2nd phone with a case from them and they have won over a customer for every phone they support from now on.
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Recommended case

I bought the spigen clear case which is a very good case however as it is clear it always looks dirty and gathers muck inside the case which you can see as it is clear.
I also love the feel of the n5 without the case. Is there a case out there for me that still offers good protection and feel?
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No. All cases surround the sides and back of the device, and alter the way the device feels in the hand.
That being said, I had the ringke slim case on my nexus 5, and now I have the spigen slim armor case. Both cases added bulk to the device, and I stuck with the slim armor because it has a soft touch back and offers more protection.
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From what I heard, the Tech21 Impact case is fairly slim and is protective. However, it also has a clear back so you might run into the same problem. I also use the spigen slim armor. and I agree what the person above me said. It does add bulk, however I like the way it feels because its a soft rubber. It seems like it's fairly protective too.

I very like to fell my phone like brand new every time, so cannot use without case.
I bought an official case and very happy with it.
Maybe, someone suggest a nice shockproof case like UAG case for galaxy s4?

why dont buy spigen neo hyprid.
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Jinson7 said:
I bought the spigen clear case which is a very good case however as it is clear it always looks dirty and gathers muck inside the case which you can see as it is clear.
I also love the feel of the n5 without the case. Is there a case out there for me that still offers good protection and feel?
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the diztronic tpu case is honestly one of the best cases. Feels REALLY CLOSE to the original feel of the phone and as long as your not someone dropping your phone from 5 feet on a regular basis I don't see any problems with it. I had a diztronic on my s3 and it fell off the top of our car while I was driving down the road and not a scratch on the thing (luckily it landed on the back and not the screen)

I bought Diztronic voyeur case and cant never be happier

Spigen Neo Hybrid is a great case
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