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Had this question in my post in General and while I got some great answers to the other questions but so far nothing on this one. Figured I would make a separate topic specifically about this and see what it comes up with.
What would you all think are the top 3 case options that are available?
I personally like the SGP ultra slider for the i9000 but it fits on the vibrant. I will post pictures up tomorrow.
I'm really liking the Case-Mate Barely There. It doesn't bulk up the phone like most of the cases out there.
It all depends on what youre looking for in a case.
If its protection:
Otterbox Commuter
Case-mate Tough Case
Trident Cyclops Case
This works just great for me. Brought 5 of them for the price....just in case. Been using the the first one I put on since I got the vibe in October when it was released. At the time it was only $.98!
http://www.amazon.com/Black-Rubber-...TUTC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1298131944&sr=8-1
As well as these:
http://www.amazon.com/SGH-T959-Prot...uaranteed/dp/B003ZNNC8G/ref=pd_bxgy_cps_img_b
MINUS Stl said:
I'm really liking the Case-Mate Barely There. It doesn't bulk up the phone like most of the cases out there.
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I second that!
Does the Barely There case come out much in the front to help protect the screen from a front face drop? It is hard to tell in the video on their site. What do you think?
Thanks.
I have the Korean anycall mesh case and I really like it. My only complaint is the"Galaxy S" on the back is gold instead of chrome to match the trim on the phone.
Since it's OEM, it fits nice and doesn't add much bulk. It also adds a nice feel with the holes and the plastic material.
mgerard said:
Does the Barely There case come out much in the front to help protect the screen from a front face drop? It is hard to tell in the video on their site. What do you think?
Thanks.
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Not really, if you want a good case to protect your phone from drops you want a bit bulkier case like the Trident Cyclops or the CaseMate Tough Case. I personally use the Casemate Tough Case and couldn't be happier.
+1 on the mesh case
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I think one of the most popular cases is the "hybrid tpu case". The is a larger thread about it in this section. I love the case, it provides awesome protection and a good heft to the phone.
Anyone have any thoughts on which case is better?--the Case-Mate Barely There or the Incipio Feather Hard Shell.
I want something that won't increase the thickness of my phone too much but will still offer some protection. Thanks!
I have the incipio case and it's pretty nice. Adds a bit more girth, about 1mm in every direction, feels good in my meat paw. It definitely adds some good protection, which is what I'm more concerned about. It has that soft feel plastic and rubber that everyone loves. Biggest complaint is it's a lint magnet.
I have both ordered and they should arrive the first part of the week (according to Amazon). If no one else replies before then, I'll get lots of pics of them both and post my thoughts.
Pacifik: is that the double cover case? I saw that in the Verizon store and didn't like how it had both the silicone case and the hard shell. I'm looking at the one that's just the hard shell (found on their site--I can't post the link because I'm new).
LiquidHonesty: Thanks! I'll be interested to see which one you like more.
I love the look of both these cases. Does anybody have any suggestions for a belt clip holster that will fit either of these cases? I've always used the Seidio combos but the Surface case is thicker than these options.
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Pacifik: is that the double cover case? I saw that in the Verizon store and didn't like how it had both the silicone case and the hard shell.
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It is the dual cover case, the hard plastic locks the silicon in place. Need extra protection from all the big machines I work with.
mrdziuban said:
Anyone have any thoughts on which case is better?--the Case-Mate Barely There or the Incipio Feather Hard Shell.
I want something that won't increase the thickness of my phone too much but will still offer some protection. Thanks!
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Haven't had a chance to try out the Case-Mate case, but the Feather case is good if you want the LEAST amount of protection, while still having a case on. It is a very nice case in terms of material, because it feels very soft almost like a hardened suede type feel. As with all snap ons though be careful that you don't get sand in the back or that could really scratch up the backside.
Feather case though doesn't protect the top and bottom corners of the phone as well though. I've dropped my nexus s a few times that had a feather case and the corners were always the ones it landed on.. Must've been my bad luck, but in any case, my corners are a bit dented up.
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Feather case though doesn't protect the top and bottom corners of the phone as well though. I've dropped my nexus s a few times that had a feather case and the corners were always the ones it landed on.. Must've been my bad luck, but in any case, my corners are a bit dented up.
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Thanks, that helps a lot. I always managed to drop my OG Droid on the corners too. Maybe I'd be better suited with a full body case.
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Thanks, that helps a lot. I always managed to drop my OG Droid on the corners too. Maybe I'd be better suited with a full body case.
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Yeah, in which case there is that full-body Incipio case called the Silicyrlic
http://www.myincipio.com/Samsung-Ga...CRYLIC-Hard-Shell-Case-with-Silicone-Core.asp
That's the one that Pacifik is talking about. I have it as well, and it works great. But as Pacifik said, it is a lint magnet haha.
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Yeah, in which case there is that full-body Incipio case called the Silicyrlic
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How thick does that make the phone?
mrdziuban said:
How thick does that make the phone?
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Well the case is 138.6 x 72.6 x 2.3 mm
The Galaxy nexus is 135.5 x 67.9 x 8.9 mm
So about 3-5 mm larger on the width and length, and the thickness would be about 2mm thicker.
isnt the case mate one loose on GSM phones?
Has anyone seen these cases in a store? Would love to see one in person. I thought I read somewhere here that bestbuy has the case mate but I didn't see it at mine.
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I have the Incipio case. It's good, but not a perfect fit. There's a bit of a gap between the phone and the case at the top of the phone.
sabesh said:
I have the Incipio case. It's good, but not a perfect fit. There's a bit of a gap between the phone and the case at the top of the phone.
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Which one of two?
http://www.myincipio.com/Samsung-Ga...es/Samsung-Galaxy-Nexus-Cases-Accessories.asp
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I have the Incipio case. It's good, but not a perfect fit. There's a bit of a gap between the phone and the case at the top of the phone.
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for the LTE or GSM version?
I have the Incipio Feather Hard Shell case from Verizon. It was between this and the glossy body case they had. I asked the rep if i could try on different cases to i could get a feel for the one i want. This one was hands down the best looking and best fitting. Its a 2 piece case yea. It does attract lint. But its really an awesome case. I got a Zagg screen protector also, and with this and the case, it gives my phone a really premium look. The added thickness isn't really noticeable if ur just using the phone as u normally would IMO. I would honestly choose this over any case out there. Great for, nice stylish look and great protection.
Sent from my G-Nexxxy... BRO.
Just to clarify, I'm pretty sure you have the silicrylic case not the feather.
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I have the CaseMate white barely there case. It is an ok fit (a little loose), but it does actually fit better with the extended battery on.
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I have the CaseMate white barely there case. It is an ok fit (a little loose), but it does actually fit better with the extended battery on.
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do you have the gsm or lte model?
I was wondering if anyone could recommend a heavy duty case for me? I'm an electrician, and the case has to be durable because i work on construction sites. Otterbox doesn't make the Defender series for this phone unfortunately so i'm looking for an alternative thats just as rugged.
i can recommend to you Incipio ngp case
is made of hard rubber and cover the entire edge of the phone
certainly protects the phone very well, but i will change it because it's too big .... i think that is right for you!
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i can recommend to you Incipio ngp case
is made of hard rubber and cover the entire edge of the phone
certainly protects the phone very well, but i will change it because it's too big .... i think that is right for you!
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I disagree, do not use this, I does not sound like it would suit your needs.
There is the Ballistic Case, http://www.goballisticcase.com/products/samsung-galaxy-s-ii-sgh-i9100-ballistic-shell-gel-sg-series-case. My friend had one for a phone of his, and they are certainly big and beefy.
There is the Case-Mate Tough, http://www.case-mate.com/Samsung-Galaxy-S-II-Cases-International/Case-Mate-Samsung-Galaxy-S-II-International-Version-Tough-Cases.asp. I have one and I like it, it may be enough for what you are looking for.
There is also the Trident Kraken, http://www.tridentcase.com/case/samsung/samsung-galaxy/samsung-galaxy-s-ii-kraken-ams-case.html. It looks to be one tough mother.
Those are some of the more widely known, very protective cases. There may be more, but those are probably the most recommended.
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There is also the Trident Kraken, http://www.tridentcase.com/case/samsung/samsung-galaxy/samsung-galaxy-s-ii-kraken-ams-case.html. It looks to be one tough mother.
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I would be inclined to go with the Kraken. I recently purchased it's weaker sibling, the Aegis case, from Shop4USB via Amazon Uk (£24.33) .... Utterly stunning and oh so protective.
Looks like the Kraken retails for about £35 online
This youtube vid compares the Kraken and the Otterbox Defender quite nicely
Awesome! I will look into the suggestions, i appreciate the help!
Hey guys just wanted to get your thoughts on this two cases I found on Ebay.
White Hard Outer Shell and Black Inner Silicone Skin
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Case-for-Sa...ccessories&hash=item231e29757d#ht_1977wt_1049
white shell/holster combo
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dl...sPageName=VIP:watchlink:top:en#ht_2522wt_1037
Thanks In Advance
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Hey guys just wanted to get your thoughts on this two cases I found on Ebay.
White Hard Outer Shell and Black Inner Silicone Skin
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Case-for-Sa...ccessories&hash=item231e29757d#ht_1977wt_1049
white shell/holster combo
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dl...sPageName=VIP:watchlink:top:en#ht_2522wt_1037
Thanks In Advance
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What are you looking for in a case? Obviously you like it to be white, but what else?
asianrage said:
What are you looking for in a case? Obviously you like it to be white, but what else?
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Good protection, easy to remove, looks good and that it will feel good in the hand while not adding bulk to the device I like it thin.
The first case looks like it would add a fair amount of protection, and it's also aesthetically pleasing. It looks like it may add a tiny bit of bulk though; although, it might make it a little more pleasing to hold.
The second case doesn't seem that it would offer a lot of protection, but the holster is definitely a plus, and the case is fairly slim.
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Good protection, easy to remove, looks good and that it will feel good in the hand while not adding bulk to the device I like it thin.
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If you like it thin, then cross that first option off the list. Duo layered "hybrid" cases aren't thin by design. The thinnest I know, is from Seidio, with very nice in-hand feel and good protection.
The other white case with the holster won't offer you top or bottom protection if you ever drop it. So cross that off as well.
If you want single layer solution, you should consider TPU, it's a popular choice for a reason (beside price). CruzerLite and Diztronic are good options. CruzerLite's Androidified cases are noticeable thinner than Diztronic's classy version, but both are recommended. I wouldn't recommend any white TPU though, since they love to suck up color that rubs against them.
What I'm currently using now is a bumper case. There's a few threads about it. My version did have the TPU separation problem, but once I've placed a few dabs of superglue on area, I've experienced only satisfaction with the case. Here's the eBay page for it. I bought one copy from a similar seller, and a couple more from an online website that have stopped offering them. Needless to say, price have risen up a bit since when I bought them last.
asianrage said:
If you like it thin, then cross that first option off the list. Duo layered "hybrid" cases aren't thin by design. The thinnest I know, is from Seidio, with very nice in-hand feel and good protection.
The other white case with the holster won't offer you top or bottom protection if you ever drop it. So cross that off as well.
If you want single layer solution, you should consider TPU, it's a popular choice for a reason (beside price). CruzerLite and Diztronic are good options. CruzerLite's Androidified cases are noticeable thinner than Diztronic's classy version, but both are recommended. I wouldn't recommend any white TPU though, since they love to suck up color that rubs against them.
What I'm currently using now is a bumper case. There's a few threads about it. My version did have the TPU separation problem, but once I've placed a few dabs of superglue on area, I've experienced only satisfaction with the case. Here's the eBay page for it. I bought one copy from a similar seller, and a couple more from an online website that have stopped offering them. Needless to say, price have risen up a bit since when I bought them last.
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Thanks that's kinda what i want but for the VZW model
I bought a case which looks very similar to the first one off amazon which fit very loose. I tossed the case out the day I got it. The phone was literally falling out of the case.
A link to the one i bought. Dont get it.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006SBR4TA/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00
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Thanks that's kinda what i want but for the VZW model
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I have the VZW GNex. The bumper fits just fine. The top rim doesn't completely fold over onto the screen, but unless you're super OCD, it's negligible. The overall feel of the phone + case won me over. You should at least try it. For only 3 bucks (when I bought it), it's a great case for me.
I love the idea of minimal cases and whatnot but I at times need rugged tough protection.
Has anyone come across any rugged style protection for the One?
Thanks.
jkbane said:
I love the idea of minimal cases and whatnot but I at times need rugged tough protection.
Has anyone come across any rugged style protection for the One?
Thanks.
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Nothing, nada, zilch.
Hopefully soon. No name Chinese cases usually pop up first. Hybrid, rugged or tough are search terms I'm using.
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Nothing, nada, zilch.
Hopefully soon. No name Chinese cases usually pop up first. Hybrid, rugged or tough are search terms I'm using.
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Yeah I've looked all over. Tpu is the toughest it gets right now. Not too mention hardly any are shipping at a decent speed. A lot of which I've seen can take about week's time or more.
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Yeah I've looked all over. Tpu is the toughest it gets right now. Not too mention hardly any are shipping at a decent speed. A lot of which I've seen can take about week's time or more.
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I would love something from Ballistic or something waterproof.
I ordered an aluminum bumper from aliexpress for about $8. I also have a Nillkin glass screen protector ordered.
Been also looking for something more rugged even though I dont have the phone yet. Even the no name brands haven't come up with one till now :banghead:.
I'm just going with a cheap clear snapon from ebay for now until to hold me over till something more protective comes along
Still no sign of a rugged case yet?
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These two cases might be the closest to rugged you're going to get in awhile until someone makes one.
http://www.amazon.com/TUDIA-Bumper-...F8&qid=1406599274&sr=8-9&keywords=oneplus+one
https://tpu-cases.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=104_105&products_id=396
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These two cases might be the closest to rugged you're going to get in awhile until someone makes one.
http://www.amazon.com/TUDIA-Bumper-...F8&qid=1406599274&sr=8-9&keywords=oneplus+one
https://tpu-cases.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=104_105&products_id=396
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I've searched here and the oneplus forums and obviously around ebay/amazon. I bought a diztronic tpu case to hold me over but looking to buy a otterbox like case as soon as they hit the market.
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I've searched here and the oneplus forums and obviously around ebay/amazon. I bought a diztronic tpu case to hold me over but looking to buy a otterbox like case as soon as they hit the market.
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That may take a while. There hasn't even been any cheap Chinese knockoffs rugged cases made yet!
This is probably the best we get right now....
http://www.amazon.com/TUDIA-Bumper-...F8&qid=1407865561&sr=1-9&keywords=oneplus+one
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This is probably the best we get right now....
http://www.amazon.com/TUDIA-Bumper-...F8&qid=1407865561&sr=1-9&keywords=oneplus+one
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I bought both Tudia and Diztronic and kept the Tudia, I returned the Diztronic it just didn't feel right in the hands.
I hope one of these companies who make rugged cases do one for the OPO. I wouldn't mind some sort of rugged case. I typically use a very thin case however there are times where I would like the added protection.
i don't understand how you could count the tudia as a rugged case? looks like a normal tpu case!
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i don't understand how you could count the tudia as a rugged case? looks like a normal tpu case!
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It's the most rugged you're going to get right now. It is thicker than the cruzerlite.
I have both the tudia and the cruzerlite. They both seem to offer the same amount of protection, but the tudia seems more slippery in the hand.
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The fact that I'm not even seeing no-name cases like this:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rugged-Impact-Hybrid-Hard-Kickstand-Case-Cover-For-LG-Google-Nexus-5-D820-/141217693539?pt=US_Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&var=&hash=item20e13aff63
is bugging me to no end! Even this is better than a TPU case and with the number of these in the Chinese market alone you'd figure SOMEONE could slap one together!
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The fact that I'm not even seeing no-name cases like this:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rugged-Impact-Hybrid-Hard-Kickstand-Case-Cover-For-LG-Google-Nexus-5-D820-/141217693539?pt=US_Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&var=&hash=item20e13aff63
is bugging me to no end! Even this is better than a TPU case and with the number of these in the Chinese market alone you'd figure SOMEONE could slap one together!
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I'd buy that case in a heart beat! Yea, I realized that when I didn't even see cases like the above from June till now that there were going to be slim pickings when it came to rugged protection.
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The fact that I'm not even seeing no-name cases like this:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Rugged-Impact-Hybrid-Hard-Kickstand-Case-Cover-For-LG-Google-Nexus-5-D820-/141217693539?pt=US_Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&var=&hash=item20e13aff63
is bugging me to no end! Even this is better than a TPU case and with the number of these in the Chinese market alone you'd figure SOMEONE could slap one together!
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Jeez, that case would make the OPO almost as bulky as my nexus 7 in its gumbox case ?
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Jeez, that case would make the OPO almost as bulky as my nexus 7 in its gumbox case ?
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Well, I wouldn't need a case like that all the time. But at my work work it would be very good to have!