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Best gel case/cover

I know of amzer and a few others but just looking for everyones general preference to see If I have missed any.
And for the record I don't like the argyle look. Takes away from the looks of mah future phone.

I ordered the Innocase from Seidio. I had one for my Mogul that I really liked: http://www.seidioonline.com/category-s/4213.htm
It's harder than gel but has a soft finish that keeps it from slipping in your hand.

Ah , I see the seidio acces finally came online. Nice!
Too bad I'm not a real fan of their cases. : (
Although I do like the innocase's . Very nice but I hate not being able to try first. It says it doesn't add much in thickness but .....what a frickin pain this is.
Argh!

AdamLeonard said:
I ordered the Innocase from Seidio. I had one for my Mogul that I really liked: http://www.seidioonline.com/category-s/4213.htm
It's harder than gel but has a soft finish that keeps it from slipping in your hand.
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Its looks like these are kinda like the gel ones just made of plastic right? Pretty thin..I noticed you can get a clip for it also. Do you know without the clip there is nothing on the back of this case that adds bulk because of the missing belt clip is there?
thanks

Site says that it's 1mm think so that would be about as thin as you could hope for and still get some protection. The belt clip is actually a separate holster that the phone clips into. They have a set where you get the phone protector/case and the belt holster together. The holster is built to accommodate the slightly larger size when the EVO is in the case.

I´ve bought a frosted gel Hard Cover for my EVO 3D from HTC Addicted on Facebook .
It looks and feels great and is really resistant.
I got a discount because i like the Facebook page =)

I bought the cheaper of the two otterboxes. I have the more expensive, defender I believe its called, but it just made my phone too thick and it was hard to get out of my jeans. So I bought the one beneath it... can't remember name lol but I really really like it. Its half gel and half plastic providing enough protection while making it easy to remove from pocket. . I think its like 20$ on amazon
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You can check this one too
http://www.htconlinestore.com/category/phone-accessories/htc-evo-4g-accessories/htc-evo-4g-accessories-casescovers/

otterbox

I highly recommend the trident kraken. It's thick and it may be hard to take out of your pockets if you're wearing jeans, but the protection is unmatched.

hai all,,
im in indonesia and its really hard to find softjacket or silicone for my evo,,can u advice to me where i can buy that stuff?
of course with the best price and free shipping if there from other country
thanx

I had a body glove case that was pretty nice, it was grippy enough to stay in my pocket when wanted and slick enough to come out when I grabbed it. It also had a nice warranty, like a year or so, and I used that a lot. The thing broke every month or so, but kept my EVO in tip top condition. Now I don't use a case though, I am close to my upgrade and trust the phone to hold up.

No case or screen protector here.. over 2 years and no issues..
just saying..

tpsman17 said:
I bought the cheaper of the two otterboxes. I have the more expensive, defender I believe its called, but it just made my phone too thick and it was hard to get out of my jeans. So I bought the one beneath it... can't remember name lol but I really really like it. Its half gel and half plastic providing enough protection while making it easy to remove from pocket. . I think its like 20$ on amazon
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I believe youre talking about the commuter series I've had two of those and a body glove case the otterbox's broke within a week of having them the body glove even less. The defender series is great though definitely get that. I wouldn't normally use a screen protector but otterbox's is on a different level from cheaper ones it improves the touchability if thats a thing.

Toast0r said:
I believe youre talking about the commuter series I've had two of those and a body glove case the otterbox's broke within a week of having them the body glove even less. The defender series is great though definitely get that. I wouldn't normally use a screen protector but otterbox's is on a different level from cheaper ones it improves the touchability if thats a thing.
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Omg I just got my defender case and its amazing. The screen is a bit dim using the built in auto brightness setting, but outside its fine.
I'll take AOKP anything

Best case for evo

Trying to decide on a case for an evo. Hopefully getting an evo with my upgrade January first and just trying to do my due diligence. Have an otterbox commuter for my hero and love it.
What case do you have?
Pros and cons?
Screen protector necessary? Never had one on my hero but I know the evo's screen is much bigger.
Thanks in advance for your replies!
Aosp froyo, It's the poop!

Seidio rugged
I have the seidio rugged case for my evo. Its only about 40 bucks off ebay. I like it better then both the otterbox and ther ballistic. It looks better...has more protection and if for any reason you ever have to take it off its alot easier to remove then the other cases.

bmoreboy02 said:
I have the seidio rugged case for my evo. Its only about 40 bucks off ebay. I like it better then both the otterbox and ther ballistic. It looks better...has more protection and if for any reason you ever have to take it off its alot easier to remove then the other cases.
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I have 2 Seidio Rugged cases and they both fell apart with mild use. The tabs on the end snapped off and the covers are peeling. The thin rubber also tore off with time.
I have 2 Trident Cyclops cases now, they feel like they are built much better. It seems slightly sleeker but I think it offers at least as much protection.
For heavy duty use, go Ballistic.

firemedic1343 said:
I have 2 Seidio Rugged cases and they both fell apart with mild use. The tabs on the end snapped off and the covers are peeling. The thin rubber also tore off with time.
I have 2 Trident Cyclops cases now, they feel like they are built much better. It seems slightly sleeker but I think it offers at least as much protection.
For heavy duty use, go Ballistic.
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i agree with this.
go with trident or ballistic.
personally i love my trident cyclops.

With the Trident do you not have the rainbow issue on screen from screen protector?
Also heard that pictures from the camera have a blue tint with the Cyclops on.
Aosp froyo, It's the poop!

the ballistic has more protection than any case out right now. the design of the ballistic is delightful. it is EXTREME protection. it has a built in screen protector and an additional screen protector thats optional. you can drop the phone from the ceiling to your floor and it will save the phone.. i have a mint grey ballistic case im selling for $30 bux shipped in the classifieds. smoke it over and look at the photos to check it out.
without the silicon jacket the ballistic case is close in size to the otterbox defender. you can use the included holster with or without the silicon jacket if you dont need the full protection. all ports are covered with the silicon jacket on (rubber flaps over the jack and bottom ports) the camera, LED lamps and speaker on back are all protected. the
IMO the Ballistic case is a much superior product. second to that would be the otterbox....

Thats weird. I work construction and trust me ive pushed this case to the limit and its held up everytime. Ive had it since june and it still fits just as snug as day1. As far as the ballistic my co-worker had a ballistic on his htc incredible and his cracked while in his pocket simply by stepping up a latter. The preesure of his jeans pushing down was enough to crack it. I dropped my seidio down a elevator shaft and simply scuffed my belt holdster
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stricklerjosh said:
With the Trident do you not have the rainbow issue on screen from screen protector?
Also heard that pictures from the camera have a blue tint with the Cyclops on.
Aosp froyo, It's the poop!
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yeah, sometimes i get a rainbow effect in certain areas, even with the premium protector. i don't really notice it when the screen is on though.
the blue tint is from the piece of plastic they put inside to cover the camera and led's. i just popped it out.

I think it really depends on what you're going to be doing with your phone, where you're going to be most of the time, and how likely you are to drop it.
To say that any one case is the "best" case for the evo (and any phone/thing you put a case on lol) would be wrong, imo.
Say you're looking for looks -- you'd go for something like a barely there from casemate
Say you're looking for full on rugged protection -- you'd go for something like the ballistic
For reference, I've heard not great things about build quality of the Defender from Otterbox, and Seidio cases. *anecdotal, so take it as you will*
As I said in another thread, I have the Impact series case from Otterbox.
Fits my needs, so it's the "best" case for me.

bmoreboy02 said:
Thats weird. I work construction and trust me ive pushed this case to the limit and its held up everytime. Ive had it since june and it still fits just as snug as day1. As far as the ballistic my co-worker had a ballistic on his htc incredible and his cracked while in his pocket simply by stepping up a latter. The preesure of his jeans pushing down was enough to crack it. I dropped my seidio down a elevator shaft and simply scuffed my belt holdster
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Unless I'm missing something, they don't make any Ballistic cases for the Incredible...

Ballistic does not make cases for the Incredible. The only HTC phone they have a case available for is the HTC EVO. www.goballisticcase.com
I'm currently using an Otterbox Defender for mine and its holding well. I'm interested in a Ballistic HC because since they introduced it the case looks like a step up from the Defender. I've seen videos and read the personal reviews of people who have had both and the HC is "better" according to most. It all depends on where your phone will be and what you'll be doing with it. I don't really care much about the size. I want a case that is going to protect my $500 investment.
If you want the best protection for your EVO I'd say Ballistic HC or Otterbox Defender. Each is $50 or you can check out the Trident Cyclops which is only $34.95.

if you dont mind the size, the Ballistic blows away the otterbox and the Trident for protection.....

I prefer the Fishbone case...I paid $12 bucks for it and so far it is great for me.

Marlowr05 said:
I prefer the Fishbone case...I paid $12 bucks for it and so far it is great for me.
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Where did you get that case?
EDIT: Nevermind, I found some on amazon.

bromat80 said:
Where did you get that case?
EDIT: Nevermind, I found some on amazon.
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I found mine at my local mall or used cell phone store. Also search on amazon and you will fin some. Hope this helps.
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Anyone tried the Case Mate tough case? I'm not seeing many reviews for it, but it looks nice... plus there are a few on eBay for 25bucks.
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MILH0U5E said:
Anyone tried the Case Mate tough case? I'm not seeing many reviews for it, but it looks nice... plus there are a few on eBay for 25bucks.
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I had the tough case for my Samsung Vibrant and I loved it.

I like the platinum gun metal case I got when I got the phone.
It's lightweight and thin. There is felt on the back inside so it doesn't scuff up your phone. The corners of the front also help to keep my invisible shield in place in case it decided to wander around in the heat.

best case for me
I got a Seidio Innocase for X-mas to replace the one I got with the phone. That, plus an Invisishield is all the protection I need and it suits me. I wanted to try the Impact Series Otterbox, so I ordered one. They sent me a Defender Series and when I called them up they just sent me the right one, no questions asked. I have them both still, but don't use them. The Defender is, well, I just don't drive a tank or work in a war zone, so I don't really need it (and yes, the kick stand on that case is an absolute joke...). The Impact Series Otterbox just sticks in my pocket too much and I can't get it out as easily, but it looks adequate I suppose. The Innocase is great for me, doesn't stick in my pocket, has felt on the back so it doesn't scratch or scuff my device and isn't too bulky. That's why Santa got me another one.
P.S. I think the snap in the back slide-in broke b/c I was pulling it apart quite often to do battery pulls (cause not all ROMs are stable...) and didn't just leave it out of the case like I should have... Only time I've taken the new one off was tonight to put my new Seidio extended 1750 mAh Innocell battery Santa brought in before bedtime to charge over night (ok, maybe one other time...)
Not Swyped from anywhere cause my battery is being conditioned (duh!)

I have the Innocase active in blue.It came down to what I really wanted the case to do for me or rather my phone as well.
I wanted protection first and for most,then comfort in my hand and then looks.
It is a little bulky but that bulk is my protection from waste high drops.My 3 year old nephew has tested it out for me by throwing it on the hard wood floor standing on the kitchen chair...lol
It feels really good to the touch and unless your hands are on the smaller side,you will enjoy the fit.I wear a large glove so it fits me good.
It looks great.The fit and finish are very good.It will take getting use to.A little harder push to operate the power button but a fingernail tip makes it easier.
Now for the wearing it issue...It,while in the case on your side will be odd at first.I am a bigger guy,5`11 228 but my waste is 36.I notice it a lot more than say a smaller framed 150 pounder would but,it does stay put on my belt.I just rotate the top of the phone 90 degrees facing the front of my body and it rides that way with no issues at all.
Worth the money in my opinion.

Hard Case With a Clip

Anyone know of any hard cases like Seidio makes with a clip in holster for the Atrix ....I really need one and seidio is taking forever to release theirs

get a otterbox defender

lsxrx7 said:
get a otterbox defender
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They're tanks... got mine today but I think ill just use it for going out/work
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lsxrx7 said:
get a otterbox defender
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like Chongo said. And it's not even really a "hard case". it's a double layer case.... with one layer being capable of attracting lint from alternate dimensions. I don't often use cases.... but to be completely honest, i'm much happier with this slim case i got off of eBay for a few bucks that i've been using for about 2 weeks than i was with the Defender that i used for a day.

elementaldragon said:
like Chongo said. And it's not even really a "hard case". it's a double layer case.... with one layer being capable of attracting lint from alternate dimensions. I don't often use cases.... but to be completely honest, i'm much happier with this slim case i got off of eBay for a few bucks that i've been using for about 2 weeks than i was with the Defender that i used for a day.
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Nice, yeah if you need form fitting then otterbox is not for you. I work in nightclubs often so I use it for then but other then that I keep her naked... I love this phone.
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I got the body glove when I bought the phone. I is very well made and fits great. it is pretty thin, so it doesn't bulk the phone up too much. I also bought the leather case (att premier store for 20 bucks) with the magnet that puts the phone to sleep when you close it. nice feature. swivel ratcheting belt clip. It fits the bare phone nice and snug. It is supposed to work with tight fitting covers, but I can't see one being thinner than the body glove, and that will not slide into the case well at all. way to hard to get back out. I do reccomend the body glove for a thin rubbery case, though.

mrphil101 said:
I got the body glove when I bought the phone. I is very well made and fits great. it is pretty thin, so it doesn't bulk the phone up too much. I also bought the leather case (att premier store for 20 bucks) with the magnet that puts the phone to sleep when you close it. nice feature. swivel ratcheting belt clip. It fits the bare phone nice and snug. It is supposed to work with tight fitting covers, but I can't see one being thinner than the body glove, and that will not slide into the case well at all. way to hard to get back out. I do reccomend the body glove for a thin rubbery case, though.
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Try the Incipio Feather case at Radioshack with the leather case

Otterbox defender?

Has anyone had any problems with it coming loose? Does it make it too bulky? I'm coming from a inspire,with a thick speck case,so as long as it isn't like 3 inches thick,ill be fine lol
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I carry my Atrix in a Commuter in my pocket all the time. My buddy has his Atrix in a Defender and he likes to use the belt clip. The Commuter is def more pocket friendly than the Defender. I wouldn't want to carry the defender in my pocket if that helps.. As far as it coming loose, I doubt that would happen with either Otterbox case.
Defender - Hard plastic inside, rubber out
Commuter - Rubber inside, hard plastic out

WiredPirate said:
I carry my Atrix in a Commuter in my pocket all the time.
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Have you noticed the rubber warping a bit? Mine is a little loose now, and I'm not sure if its because its too hot in the pocket...

Yep. warping on the bottom. Did anyone ever realized that the belt clip can be used as a stand?... I dropped my jaw to the floor. Just push the belt clip all the way till it clips.
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I have A commuter on my atrix and it's probably the best case I've ever had on any phone. It's flush with the phone at every point and hasn't warped, at least for me. I highly recommend it

brd912 said:
Has anyone had any problems with it coming loose? Does it make it too bulky? I'm coming from a inspire,with a thick speck case,so as long as it isn't like 3 inches thick,ill be fine lol
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Yea, a few of us have posted on other threads that the Defender silicone will warp and not fit correctly. I've replaced mine already and within a few days it started doing the same thing. Waiting for Ballistic to get around to making these.

brd912 said:
Has anyone had any problems with it coming loose? Does it make it too bulky? I'm coming from a inspire,with a thick speck case,so as long as it isn't like 3 inches thick,ill be fine lol
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I am using this case with my Atrix and it's very protective, but for that reason it's bulky. If you know you are gonna doing some heavy duty use with your Atrix - I recommend this case. Haven't had the warping issues described by other posters.

I'm selling a lightly used commuter... pm me if interested
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I have had all 3 otterbox cases/phone covers/shells whichever you'd like to call them.
Impact was junk, just a slip on case, spend the extra 5 bucks of whatever to get the Commuter.
Commuter is sweet, I use it as my every day cover when I'm not at work my only complaint is that the rubber around the top speaker and camera is stretched looser than a porn star's asshole but the case looks and performs well. A screen protector is a must since the commuter does not have a built in one like the defender.
Defender is pretty sweet, I do construction and i am constantly banging into things and I have to use my phone a lot. It's very durable and keep it protected I dropped it off the 4th story of the retirement building that's going up and I ran down and picked it up and works perfectly. Obviously it's far too big for fit in pockets, hahaha. Hence the reason it comes with the belt clip, it looks and performs its job superbly. My only gripe is the rubber sometimes gets loose around the edges but that's no big deal.

rdubyah said:
the rubber around the top speaker and camera is stretched looser than a porn star's asshole but the case looks and performs well.
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lol nice one!
rdubyah said:
Defender is pretty sweet, I do construction and i am constantly banging into things and I have to use my phone a lot. It's very durable and keep it protected I dropped it off the 4th story of the retirement building that's going up and I ran down and picked it up and works perfectly. Obviously it's far too big for fit in pockets, hahaha. Hence the reason it comes with the belt clip, it looks and performs its job superbly. My only gripe is the rubber sometimes gets loose around the edges but that's no big deal.
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+1 I don't do construction but I really like the defender as well. All the protection is really reassuring
I even learned to like the bulkiness it adds cuz with this case the phone looks brutal,

since i unpacked my atrix i wear it in a commuter case, it fits just fine and it makes it a bit bulkier and stylish.
i recognized the rubber is stretching through the physics i learned in school - on very hot days the rubber doesnt fit THAT exactly, but nothing i cant handle with.
i will never buy anything else than otterbox for my phone ^^
i guess the commuter series is hot on the top of what u need of an protective case - i still got no problems with the delivered screen protector, no touch issues.
if you prefer wearing your device on your belt you may pick the defender series
hope this helps

So after all the advice i went with the commuter. But....where could I get a belt clip for it? (other than ebay)
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brd912 said:
So after all the advice i went with the commuter. But....where could I get a belt clip for it? (other than ebay)
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The commuter doesn't have one. Just use a generic "pda" case. NiteIze has some really good ones.

barry99705 said:
The commuter doesn't have one. Just use a generic "pda" case. NiteIze has some really good ones.
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Well I already bought the commuter. I was just thinking there may be a way to put some kinna belt clip on it
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I'll sell you my defender case cheap. It's like the commuter but has the holster. I got the Seidio Surface case cuz it fits in the laptop dock plus its less bulky.

Phoneguy589 said:
I'll sell you my defender case cheap. It's like the commuter but has the holster. I got the Seidio Surface case cuz it fits in the laptop dock plus its less bulky.
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How cheap?
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Let's not spam the board by creating identical threads. If you want to sell your case, go to the marketplace...

[Q] Otterbox VS. TPU Fusion

Which case is better, the Otterbox case or the TPU Fusion case??

holiday29 said:
Which case is better, the Otterbox case or the TPU Fusion case??
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Otterbox is about 30 bucks while TPU Fusion is 3-4 bucks.
Unless you drop your phone a lot and from really high ground then definitely go for the TPU.
TPU is lighter, and doesn't make the phone bulky.

mackster248 said:
Otterbox is about 30 bucks while TPU Fusion is 3-4 bucks.
Unless you drop your phone a lot and from really high ground then definitely go for the TPU.
TPU is lighter, and doesn't make the phone bulky.
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They both have the same coverage on the phone, the Otterbox does make the phone a little more bulkier than the TPU, but the Otterbox is more shock absorbent than the TPU. I have both and switch between the two cases.

OTTERBOX
Just from past eperience otterbox is the way to go

I'm not sure about the TPU but I just purchased my first otterbox for my Mytouch 4g and overall i'm very impressed with the product, doesn't have too much bulk. The rubberized buttons function very well also.

holiday29 said:
Which case is better, the Otterbox case or the TPU Fusion case??
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Do you have young children? Are you rough on phones?
I have a young child and sometimes I'm a bit rougher on my electronics than I should be, so I got the Otterbox.

I like the TPU Fusion more. The design looks cool on my phone

I prefer the TPU Fusion, just because I don't feel a $30 case is worth it (I take very delicate care of my phone, but have dropped it once when it slipped out of my pocket).

excarnate said:
I have a young child and sometimes I'm a bit rougher on my electronics than I should be, so I got the Otterbox.
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I forgot to mention, I got caught in a torrential downpour, and after getting to my destination, I dried it off, and checked the white dots--still white (unlike a lot of iPhones would be, I've heard).
The headphone plug gets pulled out too easily, though. I trimmed off the bump (on the silicon) which helps.
I got the T-Mobile belt slip case for one of the larger phones and with the Otterbox on it fits perfectly FTW.
By the way, although not as inexpensive as a TPU case, I see it under $20 from lots of places. I figured $20 was worth it, a better deal than the 'insurance', that they raised the price on (I dropped it). Still, I figure people comfortable going bare would probably be fine with less of a case. If there were decent docks available, well, I'd have to think about it.... How easily do the TPU cases go on and off? Since the Otterbox is in 2 pieces, it takes a little more work.

excarnate said:
I forgot to mention, I got caught in a torrential downpour, and after getting to my destination, I dried it off, and checked the white dots--still white (unlike a lot of iPhones would be, I've heard).
The headphone plug gets pulled out too easily, though. I trimmed off the bump (on the silicon) which helps.
I got the T-Mobile belt slip case for one of the larger phones and with the Otterbox on it fits perfectly FTW.
By the way, although not as inexpensive as a TPU case, I see it under $20 from lots of places. I figured $20 was worth it, a better deal than the 'insurance', that they raised the price on (I dropped it). Still, I figure people comfortable going bare would probably be fine with less of a case. If there were decent docks available, well, I'd have to think about it.... How easily do the TPU cases go on and off? Since the Otterbox is in 2 pieces, it takes a little more work.
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Ive had my TPU for about 6 months and its great. it slides on and off pretty easy, but yet fits the phone like a glove when its on. I baby my phones, so I rarely drop them and didnt like the bulkiness of the otterbox

I have an otterbox commuter case and love it. I don't get how it adds go much bulk or weight. I mean we are talking ounces here people. Thatand if something did happen with the otterbox on then it is covered....supposed anyway.
1st post here, liking the forum thus far.

Otterbox all the way. And if your otterbox gets worn-out/broken - just shoot an email to them, and they will send you a new one, no questions asked!
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It does make the phone a little bulky but its worth it. I cannot tell you how many times i dropped my case. For example, one time I was riding my friends motorcycle doing about 30mph on asphalt, and for some reason the phone slipped out of my pockets; judging by what I saw in the side mirrors my phone was destroyed. When I picked up the phone there was just a small nick on the shell of the case. I say otter box all the way

Just got my otterbox and love it it is the best case for our phone
It is not bulky at all and has 2 layers
Trust me if you tend to drop your phone a lot its worth the money
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