Nexus 5 cases; which is tougher yet usable?

Nexus 5 cases; which is tougher yet usable? - Nexus 5 Accessories

Hi guys (and gals),
So, I've placed an order for my nexus 5 and am now looking at cases for it. Now, I really like a good strong case. For example, on my xperia play, I had the trident aegis (I wanted kraken but hey ho) and on my nexus 4 I have the armourdillo (I can barely use it though).
Now, I really liked those cases, but on those phones it was easier to cope with the phone being larger with a fat case on it.
The nexus 5 however, will be the biggest phone I've owned and as such, getting the biggest, bombproof case going is just not an option (small hands ). So my question is this; what's the best case I can get which won't add too much bulk to the point of it being unusable?
I have currently been looking at the spigen cases (slim armour mainly, but I've read that the neo hybrid is apparently better?? ) but would like all your thoughts in this matter. Lots of info is great and budget isn't an issue (if the benefits justify the cost).
Thanks for all your help, in advance
P.S. As for screen protectors, I settled on the rhino shield. They looked to be the best as far as impacts were concerned (yes, I'm scared of drops).
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Skyerin said:
Hi guys (and gals),
So, I've placed an order for my nexus 5 and am now looking at cases for it. Now, I really like a good strong case. For example, on my xperia play, I had the trident aegis (I wanted kraken but hey ho) and on my nexus 4 I have the armourdillo (I can barely use it though).
Now, I really liked those cases, but on those phones it was easier to cope with the phone being larger with a fat case on it.
The nexus 5 however, will be the biggest phone I've owned and as such, getting the biggest, bombproof case going is just not an option (small hands ). So my question is this; what's the best case I can get which won't add too much bulk to the point of it being unusable?
I have currently been looking at the spigen cases (slim armour mainly, but I've read that the neo hybrid is apparently better?? ) but would like all your thoughts in this matter. Lots of info is great and budget isn't an issue (if the benefits justify the cost).
Thanks for all your help, in advance
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I have the neo hybrid and slim armor and I like using the slim armor more. Better protection and better feel. I got the champagne for slim and silver for neo and I like the look of the slim a lot more. Also the ballistic case seems to be really good had one on my gs3 and it worked great.
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I got the SG maxx ballistic and its pretty solid...minus the screen protector... But its easy to just order the screen protector you want and the case doesn't mess with it. Its a very good case and the holster is also very solid.
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I bought the Acase Google Nexus 5 Case Slim Superleggera PRO Dual Layer from Amazon and really like it. It's a good balance between bulk and protection. The case is very well made with everything lining up perfectly. Price is very reasonable too. My only criticism of this case is that it might be a little slippery.

I just ordered the Ballistic SG Maxx. They are bulky cases, but great quality. Only plan on using it at work so not really concerned about the extra bulk.

Thanks all for the replies. Please keep throwing information at me.
As far as the ballistic is concerned, it looks to me like that case is roughly the same size as the armourdillos and just a bit too big for my hands unfortunately! But by far, it looks to be the strongest case.
Out of the spigen slim armour and the superleggara, (or any other cases of this size), which would you say is stronger?
What would be really useful is if there was an actual drop test done on these cases, not using an actual nexus 5 but something with the same weight & size where they could measure the actual impact on the phone to see how good the case is.
I may just bite the size bullet and get the ballistic, but I'd like to try and see if there is something smaller which could protect my phone just enough to get away with it.
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I have the ballistic SG maxx case and I love it.
If you are looking for something slimmer with added corner protection you might like the ballistic jewel.
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Here's a link to a xda user review.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=48434327
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Theres also the ballistic Aspira, simillar to the speck candyshell, but with bigger corners for better drop protection.
Also, it seems speck is going to release a Candyshell soon, which seems quite protective.

I am ordering the Tudia Wav Hybrid. The video sold me. Check out the drop test:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ZyLInX4EsM
PLUS IT IS $9.99 72% off the regular price over at amazon!!!

Ballistic SG Maxx; Great case. It fits the toughness bill. But the usable-ness for people with smaller hands suffers from it's size so unfortunately, this won't suit.
Ballistic Jewel; That thing looks fragile as hell. I could be wrong but it looks really really weak.
Ballistic Aspira; Not bad at all actually. It looks like it could take a drop or two maybe.
Tudia Wav; Wow. That's not a bad case at all. I like the grooves idea on the back of the case. That drop test reminds me of when I got the trident aegis for my xperia play and almost turned it into a basketball. How I wish Trident would make a cyclops case for this phone...
[Case] Generic Ultra Thin Matte Faux Carbon Fiber TPU Case http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2586051; this case actually looks pretty strong and decent. The guy who bought it had only nice things to say about it.
Spigen Slim Armor; One recommendation on this but not much else. I still kind of really think this case is pretty cool but maybe because of the big thing about "shock protection" and "elite protection" plastered all over the description on spigen's website. It does take the award of nicest looking case though.
As far as I can see, the above are the cases which fit toughness yet usable enough. I probably missed a few off like the Ringkes and cruzerlites but nobody has mentioned them so far. Really, out of all of these, I have no idea what to pick! Wouldn't it be great if there was a standard measure of how tough a case was so that you could easily make a comparison?

Skyerin said:
Ballistic SG Maxx; Great case. It fits the toughness bill. But the usable-ness for people with smaller hands suffers from it's size so unfortunately, this won't suit.
Ballistic Jewel; That thing looks fragile as hell. I could be wrong but it looks really really weak.
Ballistic Aspira; Not bad at all actually. It looks like it could take a drop or two maybe.
Tudia Wav; Wow. That's not a bad case at all. I like the grooves idea on the back of the case. That drop test reminds me of when I got the trident aegis for my xperia play and almost turned it into a basketball. How I wish Trident would make a cyclops case for this phone...
[Case] Generic Ultra Thin Matte Faux Carbon Fiber TPU Case http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2586051; this case actually looks pretty strong and decent. The guy who bought it had only nice things to say about it.
Spigen Slim Armor; One recommendation on this but not much else. I still kind of really think this case is pretty cool but maybe because of the big thing about "shock protection" and "elite protection" plastered all over the description on spigen's website. It does take the award of nicest looking case though.
As far as I can see, the above are the cases which fit toughness yet usable enough. I probably missed a few off like the Ringkes and cruzerlites but nobody has mentioned them so far. Really, out of all of these, I have no idea what to pick! Wouldn't it be great if there was a standard measure of how tough a case was so that you could easily make a comparison?
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The ballistic jewel is flexible tpu, so not fragile at all. I understand the mistake, though, as it looked like hard plastic to me before I got my hands on it.
The Tudia Wave is pure garbage. I suppose it protects as well as any other tpu case, but it feels cheap, the buttons are unresponsive, and there are rough ridges left over from the injection molding process.
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The ballistic jewel is flexible tpu, so not fragile at all. I understand the mistake, though, as it looked like hard plastic to me before I got my hands on it.
The Tudia Wave is pure garbage. I suppose it protects as well as any other tpu case, but it feels cheap, the buttons are unresponsive, and there are rough ridges left over from the injection molding process.
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Haha my bad!
Its down to a choice of the jewel, aspira or spigen slim armor for me really. They all look like great cases with great reviews. Would I be right in saying those 3 cases are pretty evenly matched in toughness terms and its a choice of taste and feel rather than strength or have I got that pretty wrong?
Thanks for all your help by the way people. I really appreciate it, especially on a topic I know nothing about so I ask many stupid questions or make stupid assumptions.
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Might want to take a gander at the Seidio cases while you're on the hunt.

http://www.spigen.com/nexus-5-case-ultra-hybrid.html
Im using this case - loving it so far. Only issue is the buttons are not as tactile as they i'd like. I use s2w so not a huge concern for me.

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Hello, I don't mean to steal the thread or anything, so please tell me if I should go away. I am, however, looking for advice on a case for my phone and I thought maybe posting on here would work since the OP seems to have found a case he is happy with (glad to see you found a case to make you happy!) and i am interested in some of the cases that were mentioned, so here goes.
I too am looking for a case for my Nexus 5, I take extremely good care of my phones (I love my electronics, I keep all of my electronics in great shape, I still have my original Galaxy S in perfect condition!) I do like to have a case on my phones to ensure that I won't screw anything up, since I take really good care of my stuff I'm not looking for anything terribly tough, just something to protect from scuff marks, keep the screen off the table and camera lens safe.
I noticed that the OP went with the Tudia Wav, this is a case I've been looking at for some time as well. My only concerns with it are: 1) how tactile are the power and volume keys? The TPU case I had on my SII wasn't very tactile and I hated it. 2) will it work with wireless charging? I remember reading that it would, but double checking never hurts.
I am also considering the caseology slim fit http://www.amazon.com/Caseology-Fin...35&sr=1-1&keywords=nexus+5+caseology+slim+fit I think that this case will be my go to if I can't get feedback on other cases.
Finally, I saw the acase superlegera on amazon and I am somewhat interested in that one given that it is compatible with wireless charging and that the buttons are fairly tactile. Can someone comment on this case?
Sorry for the lengthy post, I'm a verbose guy. Anyways, thanks a ton for the feedback, hope to hear from you guys soon. :laugh:

xK1LLSW1TCHx127 said:
Hello, I don't mean to steal the thread or anything, so please tell me if I should go away. I am, however, looking for advice on a case for my phone and I thought maybe posting on here would work since the OP seems to have found a case he is happy with (glad to see you found a case to make you happy!) and i am interested in some of the cases that were mentioned, so here goes.
I too am looking for a case for my Nexus 5, I take extremely good care of my phones (I love my electronics, I keep all of my electronics in great shape, I still have my original Galaxy S in perfect condition!) I do like to have a case on my phones to ensure that I won't screw anything up, since I take really good care of my stuff I'm not looking for anything terribly tough, just something to protect from scuff marks, keep the screen off the table and camera lens safe.
I noticed that the OP went with the Tudia Wav, this is a case I've been looking at for some time as well. My only concerns with it are: 1) how tactile are the power and volume keys? The TPU case I had on my SII wasn't very tactile and I hated it. 2) will it work with wireless charging? I remember reading that it would, but double checking never hurts.
I am also considering the caseology slim fit http://www.amazon.com/Caseology-Fin...35&sr=1-1&keywords=nexus+5+caseology+slim+fit I think that this case will be my go to if I can't get feedback on other cases.
Finally, I saw the acase superlegera on amazon and I am somewhat interested in that one given that it is compatible with wireless charging and that the buttons are fairly tactile. Can someone comment on this case?
Sorry for the lengthy post, I'm a verbose guy. Anyways, thanks a ton for the feedback, hope to hear from you guys soon. :laugh:
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Hey and no problem; thread steal all you like! And I haven't found a case yet but I am down to 3 options which I like, yet can't decide between (ballistic jewel, ballistic aspira, spigen slim armor).
As far as the Tudia is concerned, I've been told above that its not made to a very high standard and all so I'm avoiding that.
Wireless charging; AFAIK (and I could really be wrong with this) if the case isn't too bulky, wireless charging will work fine. Such as with the cruzerlites, spigens and even the armourdillos. So you should be fine with the cases you're looking at.
My advice; If you're in the US, have a look at the ballistic jewel. I know you said you didn't need anything too tough but better safe than sorry, seeing as this case has very little bulk anyway. This would be my case of choice if I could get it in the UK easily enough but because of delivery times not suiting the arrival of my N5 (paranoid), I'm settling on a slim armor for now and going to then start my month wait for the jewel.
Unless of course, somebody mentions an absolutely super awesome case that makes me forget both of these cases altogether.
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Which cases did you all end up with? I'm very paranoid, so I want a protective case, BUT I really want the least bulky one, and one that keeps the shape of the phone. I realize I can't have it all, I just want to get as close as possible.
I hope you're happy with whatever cases you got!

Tech21 impact frame

Just got the Seidio Convert Case combo, 45$ on ebay, getting my nexus 5 by tuesday hopefully but from the way the case looks it looks protective and amazing
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I hate the fact that I need to use a case in order to protect my phone but I went for a slim case on my SGS and ended up with a broken screen for a year and a half so I can't use the phone without good protection. On the other hand, I hate to add to much bulk to it so I looked for days for the best case that would fit both needs and ended up with the Tech 21 Impact Frame. Was lucky enough to find an AWESOME person that would send one to me since it's only available in the US and I love it.
The phone has been dropped twice with it (curiously, none of them were my fault) and not a single scratch... the case is slim given the protection it provides and I love the looks too. The clear back shows the back of my white Nexus 5 (hated that I had bought the white version and couldn't see it due to a Neo Hybrid) but that's the only thing that I don't like about it. The plastic on the back scratches too easily. I only have it for 2 weeks and there are spider webs everywhere. But, given all the other positive points, I'll keep it and it's my favourite case for the N5.
There are a couple of videos on YouTube showing it. One from an XDA user that did awesome drop tests with the case on.

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Best case all around?

Trust me, I've read about 200 topics in this section and searched over ebay and amazon. At this point it looks like my best bet would be the ottorbox commuter case. I want something that isn't too bulky that still protects my phone. I have an OEM VzW 2100mah extended battery w/ back door.
Honestly I don't really see any difference in the size of the phone so I wondered if that would work? Also any feedback from an owner of the ottorbox commuter case would be awesome. Just as well, if you found a better case let me know.
I've read hundreds of reviews and they all contradict other cases reviews.
Example: Review on case A. "I've tried that case B for my phone and it was awful! Too bulky and annoying. This is perfect!"
Then you go to case B's page and you see the same thing.
"Just got this is the mail to replace case A! That piece of junk makes the phone way too bulky and annoying. I love this one though, so much better!"
It's really frustrating lol. Hoping to get some input from actual nexus owners here. So. Best protection without affecting the overall size and shape of the device. Also, none of those little cheap slip on plastic one. Needs to work for a drop, not just scratches in my pocket. Thanks in advance...
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ebagdirtbike said:
Stop wasting money on phone cases when you can buy a new rear housing on eBay for $25. I've dropped my naked nexus plenty of times and the worst that happens is the battery door pops off along with the battery but never any major damage. I do however use a ghost armor screen protector.
Here is a link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/160852983518?redirect=mobile
But if you absolutely must have a case I recommend the seidio surface. Link: http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-nexus-surface-case-holster-black-p/bd2-hr3ssgnl-bk.htm
Hope this helps.
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Just because you have dropped it without severe damage doesn't mean someone else won't. A screen protector helps scratches, not drops. I "wasted" money on a otterbox and couldn't be happier with it. Not sure with series of case it is, but it has helped a lot. I'm not sure how well this case would work with a extended battery though.
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ebagdirtbike said:
Stop wasting money on phone cases when you can buy a new rear housing on eBay for $25. I've dropped my naked nexus plenty of times and the worst that happens is the battery door pops off along with the battery but never any major damage. I do however use a ghost armor screen protector.
Here is a link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/160852983518?redirect=mobile
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Sure a housing is only $25 but look how much the front glass is.

Cases are a very subjective thing. Somone's favorite case could be another's least favorite. Only thing you can do is view the pros/cons to each case you are interested in or check it out yourself.

I have the Seidio Active with the prop up tab thingy (which works well) and I am very happy with it. $20 on amazon vs $35 on Seidio's site.

ebagdirtbike said:
Stop wasting money on phone cases when you can buy a new rear housing on eBay for $25. I've dropped my naked nexus plenty of times and the worst that happens is the battery door pops off along with the battery but never any major damage. I do however use a ghost armor screen protector.
Here is a link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/160852983518?redirect=mobile
But if you absolutely must have a case I recommend the seidio surface. Link: http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-nexus-surface-case-holster-black-p/bd2-hr3ssgnl-bk.htm
Hope this helps.
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The money will not be wasted, thanks. I work at a stone masonry. If I happen to drop my phone, it's going to land hard on a lot of rocks. A simple clip isn't going to get the job done.
I know this sort of thing depends on the user, which is why I'm asking for your experiences with cases. Success stories and failures. Naturally I want something that isn't going to double the size of the phone and make it awkward to hold in my hand. At the same time I don't want a phone condom. *Those slip on rubbers *
Say I find a case that looks nice and has decent reviews on Amazon and buy it and it sucks and someone here says "Well I could have told you that..." etc.
Also something that doesn't keep me from being able to press the very edges of my screen. My otterbox did that with my X2 and drove me crazy.
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Most of the bulkier cases are going to go right to the edge of the screen. I've never personally been a fan of Otterbox but the Trident Aegis is a similar case and comes in a variety of colors.

I like the Nillkin cases... They are slim, nice looking and hard enough to protect your device...

I've had the same question as the OP for a while now but have not really posted about it because there is a case thread stickied (though outdated). I have the ringke slim which looks nice but offers minimal protection and will eventually fade/crack (I've had two). I know seidio now has a line of cases just for the OEM extended battery and I've had good luck with them in the past.
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ebagdirtbike said:
Stop wasting money on phone cases when you can buy a new rear housing on eBay for $25. I've dropped my naked nexus plenty of times and the worst that happens is the battery door pops off along with the battery but never any major damage. I do however use a ghost armor screen protector.
Here is a link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/160852983518?redirect=mobile
But if you absolutely must have a case I recommend the seidio surface. Link: http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-nexus-surface-case-holster-black-p/bd2-hr3ssgnl-bk.htm
Hope this helps.
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With my two previous HTC phones I said the same thing. But with the GNex that's not the case. I dropped mine once from about two feet(got caught in a plastic bag I was pulling out of my car) and it got a chip in the back. Sgp neo hybrid is not perfect, but the most bearable protection I've found.
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I received my (GSM) phone with an Otterbox Commuter, and it was a little too bulky for my tastes. Also, the gummy rubber surrounding the screen makes it difficult to slide it smoothly in/out of a pants pocket. Picked up a Mercury TPU case off eBay for $7, and haven't looked back.

Dunno about the best case, but I picked up the Dizio case for about 10 bucks for my GSM model and it's been all I've needed so far. It's slim and has protected the phone from a couple of drops; fits with the 2000mAh battery and extended back, which isn't all that extended, actually; and comes with a screen protector. I was thinking about only keeping it until I found something better, but haven't even looked for another since I put it on. Side note: my sib liked it enough to get one for her Gnex.

I have a Cruzer Lite Androidified A2 case for mine. Its not a heavy duty case by any means, but it's nice looking and gets the job done. My concern is more with pocket scratches and stuff than drops though.

Go for the Cruzer Lite Androidified Cases:
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_s...axy+nexus&sprefix=cruzer+lite+android,aps,411
They look great, and are extremely functional
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RoyJ said:
Trust me, I've read about 200 topics in this section and searched over ebay and amazon. At this point it looks like my best bet would be the ottorbox commuter case. I want something that isn't too bulky that still protects my phone. I have an OEM VzW 2100mah extended battery w/ back door.
Honestly I don't really see any difference in the size of the phone so I wondered if that would work? Also any feedback from an owner of the ottorbox commuter case would be awesome. Just as well, if you found a better case let me know.
I've read hundreds of reviews and they all contradict other cases reviews.
Example: Review on case A. "I've tried that case B for my phone and it was awful! Too bulky and annoying. This is perfect!"
Then you go to case B's page and you see the same thing.
"Just got this is the mail to replace case A! That piece of junk makes the phone way too bulky and annoying. I love this one though, so much better!"
It's really frustrating lol. Hoping to get some input from actual nexus owners here. So. Best protection without affecting the overall size and shape of the device. Also, none of those little cheap slip on plastic one. Needs to work for a drop, not just scratches in my pocket. Thanks in advance...
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Well I hope I can offer some valuable input for you here dude.
I will put my vote in for the Seidio Convert Combo case, which they make compatible w/ the 2100 mah extended battery (which is actually exactly what I have). I wrote a review on amazon of this case... but i'll post it here and modify it a bit since I have actually been able to use it now for a while.
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wow, really? $32 for this beastly case? This is an amazing deal. Anyway, I wanted to post this out there for those of you considering this case.
I was looking for a case that would be beastly when I needed it to, that covered all ports (including the camera - which none others do that I'm aware of), and that worked with the stock and extended battery without having to remove the battery cover/door (the extended case works with both by the way). This is the only case that met all of these demands.
One of the things I love about this case is that it's multi-layered!! I can disassemble it when I'm at home, going to church, or whatever other relaxed environment I'm in, and simply slide it into my pocket while still retaining some protection (i.e. the surface case still stays on, you just take off the rubber bulky part that makes it "thick"). This was one of the issues I ran into with other cases... the otterbox defender case is too bulky and rubbery to slide in and out of your pocket... the otterbox commuter series is too slick (i.e. hard plastic) making it hard to hold onto - not to mention it doesn't come with a clip. Some of the others were too rubbery to slide in and out of your pocket... this Convert combo seemed the perfect solution! The surface case has a matte finish to it, making it not too slick to slide out of your hand, but still slick enough to where it won't attract tons of lint and debris from your pocket.
The exterior shell of the Convert is nice because it has a nice rubbery grippy feel to it... you aren't about to drop this thing!
I have the 2100mah battery & door from Verizon, and got this case for it. It fits perfectly with the battery door on!
Another nice thing about this case is that it comes with a belt clip/holster that holds your nexus with the screen facing inward. What's nice about this is that, when I take my phone off and set it on a counter or something, I go ahead and clip it into the belt clip and lay it there. This way, if it gets knocked off it has 360 degree protection due to the belt clip entirely covering the screen. You can tell that the belt clip is high quality... it has a spring operated clip and has a feature where you can actually lock your phone into it so it won't accidentally "bump" out! I love this feature since I have 4 children =) I have been using this case & clip for about 6 months now and haven't had the first thing break on me... I don't really drop my phone often (have a few times) but I have complete confidence in this case to protect my phone. The clip is going strong as well!
For those of you wondering, no the belt clip won't work with just the surface case - you would have to get the surface clip for that.
As far as screen functionality go, it is a little tight getting to the very edge of the screen, but I have not had any issues with it, even when moving an app from one screen to another (if you need to, the rubber on the edges of the screen will flex a little bit allowing for more movement toward the edge).
I also loved that it did not come with a built-in screen cover, but rather came with Seidio's "Ultimate Screen guard" which I absolutely love btw (I posted a review on Amazon of this as well). So now I have full functionality of my phone with almost total protection! (update: the screen protector works great! It does scratch, as does any screen protector, but still maintains that "high def" look and feel to it).
Both Seidio and Otterbox seem to have about the same warranties: 1 year from date of purchase. I cannot find anything on either of their sites indicating that they will replace their products if they break from a fall. I also have no experience with either customer service.
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now that i've had a chance to use it a while, i'll give some more input. The more I use it, the more I like it! One other feature I don't believe I mentioned, is that the clip/holster that comes with this case has an option to where you can "lock" the phone in place, in case you're in a rigorous environment (like stone working) and don't want it to accidentally get released allowing your phone to fall to the ground... it works good for the most part - you pull this piece of plastic up to lock it and push it down to allow it to be released. See the picture attached.
If I am not carrying my phone on me but have placed it on the counter or desk or something, i either leave it in the holster or take it out of the holster (in the full convert combo casing) and leave it face down. The rubber of the case really grips any slick surfaces, making it nice and grippy so it won't easily slide off of a table or counter or something.
I work in law enforcement... so most of the day, I am in my patrol car. I normally leave my phone in the holster, clipped on the passenger visor all day. I have had absolutely zero issues with it falling, bending the clip, or anything. it works perfectly too, cuz I use my 3.5mm jack on the phone (which works perfectly in the full case, even when clipped into the holster) to listen to music all day on my cd player via pandora .
I really like that the camera, headphone jack port, and charging port are covered when the full case, but yet I can slim my case down to the surface case and leave them all uncovered when I want to.
On that note, I love the surface case! The surface case does actually allow your fingers to hit all the way to the edge of the screen... you will have no issues with this at all.
In conclusion, this thing is a beast!!! But yet it doesn't have to be since you can slim it down if you want. That is a huge strength to this case in my opinion. The only downside whatsoever to this case IMO? well, you have to take it off once in a while and clean inside it as it tends to get dust/dirt down at the bottom under the surface case which scratches the plastic on the bottom of your phone somewhat (not the screen though). I don't really know of a phone case to where this wouldn't be an issue though... anyway, hope this helps!

AlexWekell said:
Go for the Cruzer Lite Androidified Cases:
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_s...axy+nexus&sprefix=cruzer+lite+android,aps,411
They look great, and are extremely functional
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I love the cruzerlite cases for light protection.. however, with my gsm gnex, 2 of the 3 cases I bought are kind of loose. I'll assuming they're made to fit the extended bat. The argyle case is the only one I have that actually fits well.
Anyone have other tpu recommendations that snugly fit the gsm version with standard battery? I hope I can return these androidified ones that are too big.
Sent from my Paranoid GNex

I have the Seidio Active Combo (came with my phone when I bought it) and I would highly recommend it:
http://www.seidioonline.com/samsung-galaxy-nexus-active-case-holster-black-p/bd2-hk3ssgnl-bk.htm
I have never been one to use cases on cell phones but I really like this case and can see my self using it quite a bit (probably just because my phone is still new and I want to keep it nice for as long as possible). I don't think I will use the holster much but the rubber case and then the hard shell case that snaps on over the rubber case seems like a really good idea. The hard shell piece that snaps on gives added protection on the corners and the back of the phone but you can take it off if you don't want the slightly added bulk and weight.

I've been using mercury brand tpu case. It's about $4.98, but shipping from Korea took about 2 weeks, but was free, so no complaints there. I also was given an SGP ultra hybrid case as a gift. Absolutely love it.
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decalex said:
I love the cruzerlite cases for light protection.. however, with my gsm gnex, 2 of the 3 cases I bought are kind of loose. I'll assuming they're made to fit the extended bat. The argyle case is the only one I have that actually fits well.
Anyone have other tpu recommendations that snugly fit the gsm version with standard battery? I hope I can return these androidified ones that are too big.
Sent from my Paranoid GNex
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Diztronic case fits snug with the standard battery and even stretches a little for the GSM Extended.
http://www.amazon.com/Diztronic-Fle...id=1346039678&sr=1-1&keywords=Diztronic+nexus
I have the smokey one and like it a ton.

[REVIEW] Urban Armor Gear for the HTC One

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Those who know me from the One X forums here know that I have a bit of a problem when it comes to purchasing cases- I can’t stop. I held a bunch of giveaways for the cases I didn’t use, and I still have about 20 of them sitting in a box. My problem was that I just couldn’t find the perfect case. I loved a lot of them, but I wouldn’t call any of them “perfect”. The same thing happened to me when I switched to the iPhone 5. My problem was compounded by the fact that there are just so many iPhone cases to choose from and I just had to have them all. I had purchased roughly 30 different cases before I came across the Urban Armor Gear case and it was quite literally the last case I ever bought. Well, maybe not literally because after purchasing my black UAG case I had to have one in white and moss as well. Not only that, I bought one for each of the guys that I work with and it became the official unofficial case of our company. I generally prefer my phones naked, but in the case of the iPhone, it felt incomplete without the UAG case on it. Once I put my UAG case on the iPhone, I NEVER took it off. Fast forward to present time and much to my excitement, Urban Armor Gear has a case for the HTC One and I must say- it’s every bit as good as the iPhone version and then some.
The UAG is a composite case with a hard outer shell fused to an impact resistant soft core, and has an awesome body armor pattern to it that makes it look and feel like a military device. There is also a faux bolt pattern that further adds to its rugged looks. The corners have added bumpers for extra protection. The designers of this case definitely deserve some props. While that look may not be everyone's cup of tea, it is EXACTLY what I am looking for in a case. It's badass.
Holding it in your hand, you can just feel the quality of this thing, it is the most well designed case I have ever come across, for ANY phone. As far as protection is concerned, I would group it with other composite cases like the OtterBox Commuter, Incipio DualPro (which I own for the One), and CaseMate Tough. Unlike those cases which are all two pieces, the UAG is a single piece allowing it to be much slimmer and less bulky than any of the others, without sacrificing durability or protection at all. In fact, I actually feel more comfortable with my phone in the UAG case than any of the others. I work a rough job and the potential to damage my phone lurks around every corner. I have zero concerns about the safety of my phone when it is protected with the UAG case.
A major problem that I have come across with cases for the One so far is the way that the power button/IR flasher is handled. Some cases block it completely, others have a complete cutout leaving the button fully exposed and making it uncomfortable to press. Neither is acceptable to me. The UAG case has no such problem. The design team really put their heads together with this one, and came out with an incredibly simple, yet ingenious design- they gave the case a raised power button for easy use, but cut a hole in it so the IR signal can still get through. Whoulda thunk it?? There is literally no decreased IR functionality and the power button is easier to press than without the case. Again, it’s brilliant.
There really isn’t much else to say about it, it’s hands down my favorite case ever (which says an AWFUL lot) and since it became available so soon after the phone’s launch it will probably save me a great deal of money and headaches because I’m not even searching for another case now. Crazy, right? There is not a single thing I would change about this case. It is currently available in 4 color varieties- Navigator (white), Scout (black), Outland (rust), and Aero (slate). I currently have the Navigator and have a Scout on its way.
The UAG strikes the perfect balance between design, comfort, functionality, and protection. It earns a PERFECT 10/10 stars and a wholehearted recommendation from your friendly neighborhood MetalHead. \m/
Get the UAG case from Urban Armor Gear’s website- http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/collections/htc-one

could you please post photos of your one with the cover on?
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b3ndech0 said:
could you please post photos of your one with the cover on?
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Here ya go. The last one shows how they handled the power button/IR flasher.

i happen to love the industrial look too ordered the Navigator a few days back! Thanks for your review!

samuelong87 said:
i happen to love the industrial look too ordered the Navigator a few days back! Thanks for your review!
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Industrial was the word I was looking for haha. Glad you have good taste in cases!
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I had a UAG Aero case for my GS3 and absolutely loved it. Glad to see they're starting to ship for the HTC One. I will be ordering on as soon as they show up on Amazon. Can't say enough good things about this case. Love the finish and the way the buttons are easier to press.

Great review! I actually dig the look of the case it compliments the phone very well! It reminds me of a crazy PC case in some way.

dmm5157 said:
I had a UAG Aero case for my GS3 and absolutely loved it. Glad to see they're starting to ship for the HTC One. I will be ordering on as soon as they show up on Amazon. Can't say enough good things about this case. Love the finish and the way the buttons are easier to press.
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This is literally the only case I've ever bought that I have ZERO bad things to say about. If you loved it for the GS3 you'll definitely love it for the One.
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_MetalHead_ said:
Those who know me from the One X forums here know that I have a bit of a problem when it comes to purchasing cases- I can’t stop. I held a bunch of giveaways for the cases I didn’t use, and I still have about 20 of them sitting in a box. My problem was that I just couldn’t find the perfect case. I loved a lot of them, but I wouldn’t call any of them “perfect”. The same thing happened to me when I switched to the iPhone 5. My problem was compounded by the fact that there are just so many iPhone cases to choose from and I just had to have them all. I had purchased roughly 30 different cases before I came across the Urban Armor Gear case and it was quite literally the last case I ever bought. Well, maybe not literally because after purchasing my black UAG case I had to have one in white and moss as well. Not only that, I bought one for each of the guys that I work with and it became the official unofficial case of our company. I generally prefer my phones naked, but in the case of the iPhone, it felt incomplete without the UAG case on it. Once I put my UAG case on the iPhone, I NEVER took it off. Fast forward to present time and much to my excitement, Urban Armor Gear has a case for the HTC One and I must say- it’s every bit as good as the iPhone version and then some.
The UAG is a composite case with a hard outer shell fused to an impact resistant soft core, and has an awesome body armor pattern to it that makes it look and feel like a military device. There is also a faux bolt pattern that further adds to its rugged looks. The corners have added bumpers for extra protection. The designers of this case definitely deserve some props. While that look may not be everyone's cup of tea, it is EXACTLY what I am looking for in a case. It's badass.
Holding it in your hand, you can just feel the quality of this thing, it is the most well designed case I have ever come across, for ANY phone. As far as protection is concerned, I would group it with other composite cases like the OtterBox Commuter, Incipio DualPro (which I own for the One), and CaseMate Tough. Unlike those cases which are all two pieces, the UAG is a single piece allowing it to be much slimmer and less bulky than any of the others, without sacrificing durability or protection at all. In fact, I actually feel more comfortable with my phone in the UAG case than any of the others. I work a rough job and the potential to damage my phone lurks around every corner. I have zero concerns about the safety of my phone when it is protected with the UAG case.
A major problem that I have come across with cases for the One so far is the way that the power button/IR flasher is handled. Some cases block it completely, others have a complete cutout leaving the button fully exposed and making it uncomfortable to press. Neither is acceptable to me. The UAG case has no such problem. The design team really put their heads together with this one, and came out with an incredibly simple, yet ingenious design- they gave the case a raised power button for easy use, but cut a hole in it so the IR signal can still get through. Whoulda thunk it?? There is literally no decreased IR functionality and the power button is easier to press than without the case. Again, it’s brilliant.
There really isn’t much else to say about it, it’s hands down my favorite case ever (which says an AWFUL lot) and since it became available so soon after the phone’s launch it will probably save me a great deal of money and headaches because I’m not even searching for another case now. Crazy, right? There is not a single thing I would change about this case. It is currently available in 4 color varieties- Navigator (white), Scout (black), Outland (rust), and Aero (slate). I currently have the Navigator and have a Scout on its way.
The UAG strikes the perfect balance between design, comfort, functionality, and protection. It earns a PERFECT 10/10 stars and a wholehearted recommendation from your friendly neighborhood MetalHead. \m/
Get the UAG case from Urban Armor Gear’s website- http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/collections/htc-one
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you just sold it to me :good: free int. shipping too:good:

ant78 said:
you just sold it to me :good: free int. shipping too:good:
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Sweet man! Happy to help!

Nice review looks awesome to me , wish it had a holster.....:good:

Philly Jim said:
Nice review looks awesome to me , wish it had a holster.....:good:
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I used the seidio active holster with it when I used my iPhone 5 and it was an exact fit, as if the holster was designed for the UAG case. I'm wondering if it'll be the same with the One. I just might take one for the team and give it a shot.

_MetalHead_ said:
I used the seidio active holster with it when I used my iPhone 5 and it was an exact fit, as if the holster was designed for the UAG case. I'm wondering if it'll be the same with the One. I just might take one for the team and give it a shot.
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Let me know if you're able to take one for the team if it fits I can stop my exhaustive search thanks in advance.........

Philly Jim said:
Let me know if you're able to take one for the team if it fits I can stop my exhaustive search thanks in advance.........
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Any coupons or discounts available on this? Definitely looks like a great case, but $35 is a bit rich.

Philly Jim said:
Let me know if you're able to take one for the team if it fits I can stop my exhaustive search thanks in advance.........
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I'll order it tomorrow from Amazon, hopefully it will be delivered before the end of next week because I'm heading out of town for a month. If it comes before I leave I'll be sure to let you know.
broadwayblue said:
Any coupons or discounts available on this? Definitely looks like a great case, but $35 is a bit rich.
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Not sure. Usually Amazon has them cheaper but they aren't available yet, only from UAG's website. Give it time.

Hey MetalHead ..I see you from Illinois. I'm from Chicago..then moved up to Wisconsin to get away from all those crazy gangs...but anyways, how long did it take you to receive the case after you ordered it? I'm thinking about ordering the case.

I have one of these for my Note 2 a awesome case! I just ordered the Aero in Blue I hope it doesn't take to long lol. I to am a case Wh*** as weel MetalHead but UAG has really impressed me with their quality I am using otterbox commuter right now which is not bad but UAG are just so nice !

Manitobamonster said:
I have one of these for my Note 2 a awesome case! I just ordered the Aero in Blue I hope it doesn't take to long lol. I to am a case Wh*** as weel MetalHead but UAG has really impressed me with their quality I am using otterbox commuter right now which is not bad but UAG are just so nice !
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Hey, I'm stuck between the Commuter and the UAG. Do yu think yu could do a comparison review when yu get the UAG? Really help me out!

Hi,
Nice sounding review, makes me want one Can I ask one thing though, is it possible that you take a picture of the One lying naked on a flat surface with the case lying next to it? To give us an accurate guage of the thickness of the case and how much it would add to the phone. Coming from a 4 inch incredible S, I don't want something thats too bulky
Thanks

I had one of these cases for my S3 and the only thing i didn't like was the edges were kinda sharp which made the case kinda uncomfortable to hold in one hand. Does this one have those same rough edges?
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RINGKE Slim Vs. SPIGEN Ultra Fit (Pictures inside)

So.. I have tried my very best to search if anyone is talking about this in any other thread but can't find nothing on it.
I have the Nexus 4 version of the case and it has done me very well! Although about 10 days ago I broke it cause I always pop it on and off while bored.
The only other case that can compete with this (slimness wise) is the Slim SPIGEN Case.
I don't understand how there isnt a thread on this case nor is there any discussion on it! What gives?
What's your opinions on it? Which one would you choose out the two?
$5.99 RINGKE: http://www.amazon.com/RELEASE-PERFE...qid=1383319011&sr=1-2&keywords=ringke+nexus+5
$ 9.99 SPIGEN: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EV8Y50S/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Personally I'm going towards the Ringke case... its cheaper, thinner and looks a little better.
Maybe I'll be swayed towards the Spegen case from you guys!
EDIT/ UPDATE-
Finally got both cases and two phones to compare the two side by side.
After using both of them for a little bit I have decided the Ringke is the better case.
Reasons: Slimmer, covers the phone more, does not have an air gap on the back (you can press the SPIGEN on the back and it will move)
I had to sand both of them down to get rid of the ruff parts.

These super thin cases are way less popular (especially with the younger crowd) than the flashy "hybrid-like" cases that offer more protection and bling. This was the case with the GS4 as well (take a look at those forums).
I personally love the uber thin cases that offer only scratch resistance (and maybe a little drop-proof-ability) but are like having nothing on the phone and not adding to it's bulk. I have the Ringke slim for my GS4 and on the delivery truck a Ringke slim in transit for my N5.
I was very disappointed with the Spigen neo-hybrid for the GS4 and sold it immediately.
The Ringke slim on the other hand is super solid and more professional looking (if you want to call it that ).
I'm sure the Spigen Ultra Fit (Slim) would be very comparable to the Ringke, it looks almost identical in pics and specs

Glad someone brought this up too. I was looking at these two as well and this is something funny i noticed.
the size comparisons between the two are not consistent. SPIGEN reports a .3mm thicker phone but otherwise its the same size.
I'm leaning toward the RINGKE as well. cheaper if i ordered two of those with shipping than to order 2 of the Spigen and get something else for 1.02$ to hit the free shipping mark at 25.

jbdan said:
These super thin cases are way less popular (especially with the younger crowd) than the flashy "hybrid-like" cases that offer more protection and bling. This was the case with the GS4 as well (take a look at those forums).
I personally love the uber thin cases that offer only scratch resistance (and maybe a little drop-proof-ability) but are like having nothing on the phone and not adding to it's bulk. I have the Ringke slim for my GS4 and on the delivery truck a Ringke slim in transit for my N5.
I was very disappointed with the Spigen neo-hybrid for the GS4 and sold it immediately.
The Ringke slim on the other hand is super solid and more professional looking (if you want to call it that ).
I'm sure the Spigen Ultra Fit (Slim) would be very comparable to the Ringke, it looks almost identical in pics and specs
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Why exactly were you disappointed with the Neo Hybrid for S4? I had my eyes on the Champagne Gold Neo Hybrid for N5.
I'm personally not a fan of the Slim series as it doesn't offer protection for the top and bottom of the device. Whereas, the Galaxy Nexus Slim it covered the whole phone 360 and kept its slim factor.

zephiK said:
Why exactly were you disappointed with the Neo Hybrid for S4? I had my eyes on the Champagne Gold Neo Hybrid for N5.
I'm personally not a fan of the Slim series as it doesn't offer protection for the top and bottom of the device. Whereas, the Galaxy Nexus Slim it covered the whole phone 360 and kept its slim factor.
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I totally understand about the protection the slim series cases don't offer. It's all about preference indeed.
That said, I didn't like the neo-hybrid because it felt like a gimmick (if that makes sense). In other words it felt and looked like they made a case to just look "cool" rather than making a case to form fit a phone. It does offer more protection than the slim fit cases though. It was also too "square" looking for me once on the phone. Made the GS4 look iPhone-ish to my eyes.
Funny thing though....I sold it to my 17 yr old nephew (well it was free but he paid shipping) and he thought it was the coolest thing since sliced bread. :good:

jbdan said:
I totally understand about the protection the slim series cases don't offer. It's all about preference indeed.
That said, I didn't like the neo-hybrid because it felt like a gimmick (if that makes sense). In other words it felt and looked like they made a case to just look "cool" rather than making a case to form fit a phone. It does offer more protection than the slim fit cases though. It was also too "square" looking for me once on the phone. Made the GS4 look iPhone-ish to my eyes.
Funny thing though....I sold it to my 17 yr old nephew (well it was free but he paid shipping) and he thought it was the coolest thing since sliced bread. :good:
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I like the slimness but the top/bottom exposed is a no-no for me. I really wonder why they decided to go with that design. This is the Galaxy Nexus Slim I was referring to http://www.rearthusa.com/sprint_verizon_galaxy_nexus_slim.html slim factor and top/bottom protected.
Hmm, I guess that is true with the Champagne Gold. I just like the mixture between the two colors. So more or less its just aesthetics/appearances on your part but nothing of the case. I was just reading that the older versions of it have had peoples' outer part of the case to crack. Which was the same case for me when I had the official LG bumper for N4 so that was definitely worrisome.
Haha, I think its a pretty neat case too. Looks nice.

zephiK said:
I like the slimness but the top/bottom exposed is a no-no for me. I really wonder why they decided to go with that design. This is the Galaxy Nexus Slim I was referring to http://www.rearthusa.com/sprint_verizon_galaxy_nexus_slim.html slim factor and top/bottom protected.
Hmm, I guess that is true with the Champagne Gold. I just like the mixture between the two colors. So more or less its just aesthetics/appearances on your part but nothing of the case. I was just reading that the older versions of it have had peoples' outer part of the case to crack. Which was the same case for me when I had the official LG bumper for N4 so that was definitely worrisome.
Haha, I think its a pretty neat case too. Looks nice.
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Yup, ya never know when the N5 might take a tumble to the pavement and land on the top/bottom or the screen (ouch)!
Oh I think the neo-hybrid looks great in a picture that's why I ordered it. On my GS4 was a different story. The plastic piece on mine felt like it would break very easily, but I don't know which version I had.
Go for it get what ya want. You can always return it and they're so cheap nowadays you don't really miss out on much by doing so

jbdan said:
Yup, ya never know when the N5 might take a tumble to the pavement and land on the top/bottom or the screen (ouch)!
Oh I think the neo-hybrid looks great in a picture that's why I ordered it. On my GS4 was a different story. The plastic piece on mine felt like it would break very easily, but I don't know which version I had.
Go for it get what ya want. You can always return it and they're so cheap nowadays you don't really miss out on much by doing so
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They're so cheap that its not even worth sending it back with the shipping fee.. plus I'm lazy Neo Hybrid is actually ~$19.99 as of right now.
Can't wait for the accessory party to finally begin and a bunch of nexus 5 videos of accessory unboxing/reviews to appear. It will make our jobs a lot easier.
Its kind of funny seeing Rearth and Spigen practically offer the same case and design and names. Slim/Hybrid, what is up with that anyway?

zephiK said:
They're so cheap that its not even worth sending it back with the shipping fee.. plus I'm lazy Neo Hybrid is actually ~$19.99 as of right now.
Can't wait for the accessory party to finally begin and a bunch of nexus 5 videos of accessory unboxing/reviews to appear. It will make our jobs a lot easier.
Its kind of funny seeing Rearth and Spigen practically offer the same case and design and names. Slim/Hybrid, what is up with that anyway?
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lol very true!
idk maybe they're owned by a same parent company?

Only problem I have with these cases is that when I always use one I notice that they tend to scratch your phone with the way they snap on.
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Alaris said:
Only problem I have with these cases is that when I always use one I notice that they tend to scratch your phone with the way they snap on.
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I thought about that too when I first ordered the Ringke slim. To my delight there is not one scratch on my GS4 (had since launch) caused from the case and I've taken it on and off over a dozen times.
Edit: I will say however, that the case is tough to get off! It's snaps on easily and extremely secure

I like to wash them every week

Yeah I had one on my N4 and went to take it off (like to get the lint off every once and a while) and it scuffed one of the corners. Most people wouldn't notice but it threw my ocd into over drive aft err that lol.
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zephiK said:
They're so cheap that its not even worth sending it back with the shipping fee.. plus I'm lazy Neo Hybrid is actually ~$19.99 as of right now.
Can't wait for the accessory party to finally begin and a bunch of nexus 5 videos of accessory unboxing/reviews to appear. It will make our jobs a lot easier.
Its kind of funny seeing Rearth and Spigen practically offer the same case and design and names. Slim/Hybrid, what is up with that anyway?
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Wait for the party to begin? I've already ordered 8 cases! Lol
I'll post up a comparison of the rearthe and the spigen when I get them.
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Alaris said:
Only problem I have with these cases is that when I always use one I notice that they tend to scratch your phone with the way they snap on.
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Yeah exactly why I stopped using cases. I never liked cases, prefer naked. But got the slim ringke for my gnex a couple years ago. Loved the slimness but ended up scratching my phone.

I pop my case on and off all the time and it has never scratched my N4. Maybe its just the N4 that doesn't scratch.
The reason I like these slim cases is because it does add much bulk and it keeps the design of the phone some what. I'm the kind of person that has never dropped their phone on a hard surface. Worst surface iv dropped it on is carpet which was from my lap.
I'm thinking of buying both now cause I can't make my mind up at all!
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spicydicy said:
Wait for the party to begin? I've already ordered 8 cases! Lol
I'll post up a comparison of the rearthe and the spigen when I get them.
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Lol I was a accessory crazy guy in N4. Trying to make my first purchase the most satisfied one and stick with it im leaning towards the Neo Hybrid

Had a ringke slim on both my s3 and s4. Have one on order for the n5 as well.
Really like the s4 case but certainly not for someone that drops their phone all the time.
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just ordered the spigen ultra fit soft matte white for my black nexus 5
i hate cases. so much attention and value is dedicated to the aesthetics and build quality of a phone only to be covered up by an uglier case. my gf has an iphone, a really beautiful phone, and she covers it up with the most hideous otterbox. in her case it is warranted because she is a clutz, but it bothers me every time i see it. i liken it to buying a really nice sports car and then covering it up in foam to drive around.
BUT... i've had my current phone for 1.5 years and i remember the feeling when i dropped it the first day i bought it... it felt bad. only a small scratch but i swear i stared at that scratch and rubbed my finger over it so many times the first week in regret. hopefully this case will be minimal enough and good feeling enough so that i will keep it on my phone. but i'm predicting i'll keep it on for about 2 weeks before i decide i just want my phone beautiful and nude.
why spigen over ringke? well first off i wanted matte and second off ringke advertises "world's thinnest case" and then proves it with a picture of a nexus 5 with the wrong thickness measurement. so i had to dock them for semi false advertising.
the spigen and ringke were both $10 for me with shipping and handling included.

Has anyone bought a Ringke Slim case from Rearth and actually recieved their Nexus 5 yet?
How does it fit? Any comments/reviews would be fun to hear. I'm still waiting for both to arrive.

Finally found THE case for the G

Since Ballistic has no plans on making a case for the G, after perusing the net I found this: http://www.tridentcase.com/shop-products/motorola-moto-g/aegis-case-motorola-moto-g.aspx
It's a 2 piece Ballistic-like case for those that want ultimate drop protection. It says $34.95 on the website, but I found it on ebay for $26.95 with free shipping. http://www.ebay.com/itm/for-Motorol...t=US_Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&hash=item51b7f5ab8b but only for US buyers. Shipping to other countries will be a little bit more.
They say it's been drop tested 26 times from 4ft. onto concrete. My kind of case! And even has covers for the ports to keep dust and dirt out. I'm definitely buying one since Ballistic doesn't think it's worth making a case for one of the hottest selling phones.
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Yeah they have good cases. We bought both but personally like the look and feel of the otter box on the moto g. Other phones I have liked Trident better so I guess it's just personal preference and both cases are awesome
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twister99403 said:
Yeah they have good cases. We bought both but personally like the look and feel of the otter box on the moto g. Other phones I have liked Trident better so I guess it's just personal preference and both cases are awesome
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I just don't like that the otterbox comes with a built in screen protector.

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I just don't like that the otterbox comes with a built in screen protector.
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They have one that does and one that doesn't. I don't care for built in a screen protectors either so we got the one that didn't
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Hmm, I may have to try out this case, too--I'm noticing some quirks with my OtterBox Commuter that may be solved with the Aegis' design. Based on the screen protectors provided with other Aegis models, it may also be a better cut than the cheap/lazy job OtterBox did.
To add to what twister99403 said, the Commuter is like the Aegis and the screen protector is optional; the Defender seems closer to Trident's Kraken A.M.S. series with its built-in screen protector.

eku53ru said:
Hmm, I may have to try out this case, too--I'm noticing some quirks with my OtterBox Commuter that may be solved with the Aegis' design. Based on the screen protectors provided with other Aegis models, it may also be a better cut than the cheap/lazy job OtterBox did.
To add to what twister99403 said, the Commuter is like the Aegis and the screen protector is optional; the Defender seems closer to Trident's Kraken A.M.S. series with its built-in screen protector.
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Yeah, people have said that the built in screen protector takes away from touch response in some cases. I'll stick with the self-applicable screen protectors, as I've never had a problem with them.
I really, really, really liked my Ballistic SG case I had for my Samsung Infuse. I could literally throw it up in the air 15ft. and land on concrete without even worrying about it. I used to do that just to show people how great the case was.
Oh well, but thankfully it looks like the Trident case will be a decent replacement for the ballistic. I value protection over style any day, but it doesn't hurt that I like the way the case looks too. It seems most of the people who care about style first are probably under 25yrs. old, and possibly still live with mommy and daddy. My phone is a tool first and foremost, and I need to protect it, since I don't believe in buying a new phone every time I drop it.

wolfen69 said:
Yeah, people have said that the built in screen protector takes away from touch response in some cases. I'll stick with the self-applicable screen protectors, as I've never had a problem with them.
I really, really, really liked my Ballistic SG case I had for my Samsung Infuse. I could literally throw it up in the air 15ft. and land on concrete without even worrying about it. I used to do that just to show people how great the case was.
Oh well, but thankfully it looks like the Trident case will be a decent replacement for the ballistic. I value protection over style any day, but it doesn't hurt that I like the way the case looks too. It seems most of the people who care about style first are probably under 25yrs. old, and possibly still live with mommy and daddy. My phone is a tool first and foremost, and I need to protect it, since I don't believe in buying a new phone every time I drop it.
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I've heard of similar problems with built-in screen protectors, and that is why I don't own the OtterBox Defender.
While the Commuter doesn't have a built-in screen protector, the self-applicable one they include with the case doesn't cover the entire screen; it leaves the 1cm above the display exposed. They didn't bother to cut out even a hole or a section of the protector for the speaker/sensors/etc.--they just lopped that whole side off. I hope that Trident didn't make the same mistake with theirs.
The outer shell of the Aegis case also seems better at minimizing the dust that will seep under the silicone layer, which is something the Commuter doesn't do very well. The lanyard loop is also a nice touch; I'll be able to reattach my retractable key holder to protect it from even more falls.
While I can't say if the Aegis can stand its ground against a Ballistic SG case, it should offer enough protection. Pickings seem to be slim for heavy-duty cases that don't have built-in protectors (for now, at least). I'm more function over form too, especially since the Moto G doesn't fit in my pocket.

eku53ru said:
I've heard of similar problems with built-in screen protectors, and that is why I don't own the OtterBox Defender.
While the Commuter doesn't have a built-in screen protector, the self-applicable one they include with the case doesn't cover the entire screen; it leaves the 1cm above the display exposed. They didn't bother to cut out even a hole or a section of the protector for the speaker/sensors/etc.--they just lopped that whole side off. I hope that Trident didn't make the same mistake with theirs.
The outer shell of the Aegis case also seems better at minimizing the dust that will seep under the silicone layer, which is something the Commuter doesn't do very well. The lanyard loop is also a nice touch; I'll be able to reattach my retractable key holder to protect it from even more falls.
While I can't say if the Aegis can stand its ground against a Ballistic SG case, it should offer enough protection. Pickings seem to be slim for heavy-duty cases that don't have built-in protectors (for now, at least). I'm more function over form too, especially since the Moto G doesn't fit in my pocket.
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Man that looks really damn good.
I want that more than my Defender.
Defender now for sale if you want it PM me.
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Pics of the Trident case I just received! I love it. True protection from drops, and looks nice. The corners are slightly bulbous for extra protection.

Looks fantastic wolfen69, ordered the Blue Trident Hard Case Shell yesterday off ebay from the US before seeing your photo's, they have just confirmed that I have made the right choice, looks great and offers excellent protection from falls.

Neilk37 said:
Looks fantastic wolfen69, ordered the Blue Trident Hard Case Shell yesterday off ebay from the US before seeing your photo's, they have just confirmed that I have made the right choice, looks great and offers excellent protection from falls.
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I love it, and the blue color really pops. (I don't buy cases based on looks, but it doesn't hurt)

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I love it, and the blue color really pops. (I don't buy cases based on looks, but it doesn't hurt)
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Looks great! Does it add a lot of bulk? I was looking for a red/black combo, but the blue looks nice.

zener773 said:
Looks great! Does it add a lot of bulk? I was looking for a red/black combo, but the blue looks nice.
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I got one one of these (grey/black) Friday and it does add considerable bulk. More than I thought it would. The trade off is, it would seem to provide a lot of protection. I wouldn't be overly worried if I dropped the phone on concrete with this case. I also find it more comfortable to hold the the bare phone since I have somewhat large hands and it just fits better than the rather svelte Moto G.

So I finally gave in and got this case in blue. It looks great but the back is a bit slippery. It also adds some weight but in a good way. I was previously using the official flip shell and while it looks great (grip is really good), it doesn't offer any protection. This trident case really protects my phone from the eventual drop.
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zener773 said:
So I finally gave in and got this case in blue. It looks great but the back is a bit slippery. It also adds some weight but in a good way. I was previously using the official flip shell and while it looks great (grip is really good), it doesn't offer any protection. This trident case really protects my phone from the eventual drop.
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Yeah, I love mine. I'm also eventually going to drop mine, and I'm going to be glad I had this case. I would easily trust this case protecting my phone from a 4-5 ft. drop onto concrete.
I still think Ballistic makes the best cases, but since they don't make one for the G, I thought the Trident would be a good alternative.

wolfen69 said:
Yeah, I love mine. I'm also eventually going to drop mine, and I'm going to be glad I had this case. I would easily trust this case protecting my phone from a 4-5 ft. drop onto concrete.
I still think Ballistic makes the best cases, but since they don't make one for the G, I thought the Trident would be a good alternative.
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Right on. Only tidbit is the amount of dust the rubber collects. By the way, has anyone used the screen protector included with this case?
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I also put the Trident blue on my phone. I was always nervous picking up my Moto G or removing it from my pocket. I have large (and clumsy) hands and I never felt like I had a good grip on the phone. The Trident case solved all that and it feels very secure in my hand.

zener773 said:
By the way, has anyone used the screen protector included with this case?
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Try the amFilm protector I reviewed in another thread. The best.

guys can you suggest me a good cafe that protects the buttons and the phone! i want it from ebay and to be pretty cheap

IT EXISTS: LG Hardshell In Depth Case Review(s) – So close yet so far!!

This is going to be a long post, so I figured I would just make a new thread. I welcome anyone else to add their reviews, opinions, and pictures here as well (or if you disagree with me, let me know). The other thread was getting quite long anyway, so a new one full of reviews from people who have it would be nice.
So, does it live up to the hype? How sexy is that Nexus logo? I know some of you already have it, but here’s my take on it.
Maple Syrup:
White:http://www.puremobile.ca/lg-aaa75187802-hardshell-nexus-5-white
Black: http://www.puremobile.ca/lg-aaa75187801-hardshell-nexus-5-black
Football:
White: http://www.puremobile.com/lg-aaa75187802-hardshell-nexus-5-white
Black: http://www.puremobile.com/lg-aaa75187801-hardshell-nexus-5-black
Cup-o-Tea:
White: http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/lg-official-nexus-5-bumper-white-p42340.htm
Black: http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/lg-official-nexus-5-bumper-black-p42351.htm
Red: http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/lg-official-nexus-5-shell-case-red-p42344.htm
I was lucky enough to pick it up when it was $14.99, then got a 10% discount on top of it before they caught on and bumped the price/killed the discount. So all in, came to $14.16 CAD. Not bad for an OEM case. It’s currently listed as $17.99 in Canada/US, and £24.99 in UK. For Canada and US that’s still a pretty good price, but UK I think is getting the shaft here.
Now you probably already know I love my quicksand hardcases. To me nothing is going to beat those $0.99 lovelies. The look, feel, and texture of the quicksand cases can’t be beat in my eyes. But, sometimes a guy just wants that NEXUS logo showing proud. It’s an amazing phone, and deserves attention every now and then.
That’s where this case was supposed to come in. I have a lot of hardcases already (10+); the prospect of an OEM hardcase with NEXUS printed down the centre was too hard to pass up. It was enough to consider occasionally pulling me away from my quicksands. Pearly white, tri-side coverage, sleek and thin, stormtrooper/panda look, and the NEXUS logo down the middle. It could have been perfect. But alas, unicorns don’t exist and puremobile lied to me as well…
When I asked them, they confirmed to me the Nexus logo was there. I said I would cancel my order if it wasn’t, as that was the only reason I ordered it. They said yes… but it really wasn’t… 
Anyway, enough of my wallowing in self-pity… Is this case still good despite the logo being absent? I know my main reason for ordering it is gone, but if it’s still a great case, those of you who don’t care about the logo might be in for a treat. So let’s get to reviewing.
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Construction:
The material is standard issue polycarbonate hard plastic. I have the white case, so can’t comment on black. It is a matte finish similar (if not the same) as my white Ringke Slim. It has a nice feel, albeit a bit slippery if you have dry hands. Also, when I say feel, I mean it’s almost nonexistent. This case adds next to no bulk. I would consider this more of a skin (a hard skin) than an actual case.
This case is thin. I mean super thin. When Ringke Slim and Spigen Ultra Fit say they’re thin, this case takes a gander at them and tells them they’ve been eating too much cake! That is good and bad. For me, I’m a minimalist, I want a case that’s there, but isn’t there. Scuff and scratch protection is all I want, and this case literally follows ONLY that, anyone expecting this to give you any protection beyond scratch only is dreaming. Take this into consideration, my quicksand cases seem like otterboxes in comparison to this.
With how thin this case is, you should realize that it will offer ZERO impact protection. I can’t emphasize that enough. Since there is next to no bulk, there is next to no case. It is very thin, so dropping your phone with this case on, is like dropping your phone naked (which is why I said the case is more like a hard skin). So for those of you who may drop your phones, don’t buy it. For minimalists, you may like it.
Honestly, this case reminds me of the 0.3mm TPU cases that were available on ebay. Only this is a better plastic and higher quality mold. If I didn’t know any better, I would seriously say those 0.3mm cases were the “beta test” design for this case. (If you saw my opinion on those 0.3mm cases, I hated them…) The different type of plastic used and the slightly more rigid feel, make it substantially better than the 0.3mm TPU cases.
You can see here, the striking similarities between the LG Hardshell and the 0.3mm TPU ebay cases:
Fit on the Phone:
This hardcase has tri-side coverage. Most hardcases as you know stick to covering the sides, the back, and some of the corners. And they snap into place with a lip that hooks over the sides/face of the phone. This also creates that “face down” gap that lifts the screen off when you place your phone screen down (don’t know why people would do that though…).
The LG hardshell gets rid of the lip and hook method of securing the case to the phone and adds top coverage in its place. This fundamentally changes how the case attaches to the phone. It is not hooked on and snapped in place. It follows the contours of the phone and hugs the sides tightly. Since the phone is wider in the back and narrower in the front (Dat Azz), the case follows those dimensions and holds itself in place just by shape alone. By hugging the sides instead of snapping in place, the LG hardcase does not create the face down gap. So, if you have this case, don’t put your phone screen down.
You can see the design difference and lack of lip the LG hardcase has vs. one of my quicksand cases.
The fact that this case does not snap on also means it will be less likely to scratch the corners of your phone. This case does not attach in the same way as a normal hardcase (it attaches by hugging the sides only) (remember Dat Azz). There is no lip to catch on the corners, so you can slide it on and off without worrying as much about scratches.
The downside of course, is the lack of the ability to place your phone face down. If you’re the type of person who likes to put your phone down like that, be aware. Again, this case is more of a skin than an actual case. For pure minimalists, this case is fantastic (I just want the damn NEXUS logo….)
Here you can see that face down, the case is actually lifted off of the table. That’s full on screen contact there.
The volume and power buttons I also find to be a bit odd to press. There is no problem pressing them, but the narrow cutouts make the feel a bit weird. It’s hard to explain, but I prefer the cutouts to be a little bigger, like standard hardcases where the cutout goes behind the back a bit.
Build Quality:
Okay, this is a bit tricky. In terms of design, button cutouts, and everything lining up perfectly, it does the job very well. The camera and flash cutouts are perfect, the volume and power button cutouts are centred nicely, and the headphone jack cutout lines up perfect as well. Don’t worry about not fitting fatter headphone jacks on with this case attached. The case is so thin that it doesn’t even matter. In terms of cutouts and fit, this case did very well.
Now the tricky part, since this case is so thin, the actual case itself is quite flimsy. There is only so much strength you can get out of a ridiculously thin piece of plastic (remember, think hard skin vs. case). It bends very easily, and honestly, I think if you bent it a little too much it would crack easily, make a crease in the plastic, or even tear. Add in cold weather, and I think it could crack with a gentle bump if the plastic got cold enough. If you were to compare this case vs. a quicksand in terms of strength, feel, and durability; the quicksand case easily takes it no question. If you were to compare this case vs. a Ringke Slim or Spigen Ultra fit, this case takes it in terms of fit/finish/detail, but both the Ringke Slim and Spigen Ultra Fit are more durable cases.
So in terms of build quality, this is a mixed bag.
Will I keep it?:
I was contemplating whether or not I would keep this case. If it impressed me enough despite not having the NEXUS logo on it, I would keep it. Honestly, after testing it out for a while, it’s going back. I like the minimalism and look, but the actual feel in hand for me was a turn off. It reminded me too much of the 0.3mm TPU cases, and this is what I thought of those when I posted it here. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=49827734&postcount=44
The slipperiness, narrow power and volume cutouts, and it being a bit too flimsy for my liking really sealed the deal of the trip back. The surprising thing for me is, I would probably still send it back even if it did have the NEXUS logo on it. For some reason, I just don’t like the way it feels in the hand. It might be my love for the quicksand cases clouding my judgment, but it just doesn’t feel as nice in my hand. And that’s a big factor in a case for me. Looks are one thing, but feel is definitely important as well.
Surprisingly, this case, after the [email protected]#$ of information and wondering if it would ever come out, turned out to be a bit of a disappointment for me. Maybe I overhyped myself, or was just expecting too much, but I’m just not that impressed.
I think it all boils down to just feeling a bit too cheap and flimsy for my liking. For an OEM case, it just doesn’t hold up. I still think my $0.99 Quicksand cases have this beat hands down.
Feel free to add in your own reviews, as I’m sure there are a lot of people who will disagree with me
Pros:
- Perfectly centred cutouts
- Thinness (double edged sword here)
- Minimalism taken to the extreme
Cons:
- Narrow volume / power cutouts
- Flimsy/cheap feeling (due to the thinness... which is quite the conundrum)
- No face down lip (if you place your phone face down)
- No NEXUS logo

Awesomely done review! Thanks for taking the time to do this review even though you're not keeping the case. Very good read

Good review. I don't really see the point in such a thin case. Adds bulk, decreases the feel of the device, and adds zero protection.
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_jordan_ said:
Good review. I don't really see the point in such a thin case. Adds bulk, decreases the feel of the device, and adds zero protection.
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Thin cases such as these are meant for protection against scratches and small bumps. Personally, I don't like using a case any thicker than these thin hard shells

mine came in today, and even sans the nexus logo this is by far the best case for me. I don't drop my phone and want it for scratch protection only so I want as close to nothing as possible. this fits like a glove. even the spigen ultra fit was too big for me, but this is definitely thinner. the black feels similar to the black nexus, but is slightly more slick. it reminds me of the bear motion super slim, with just a bit more grip. I'm very disappointed there is no nexus logo, it's the only thing that is holding this back from being truly perfect, but I'll be keeping this and stop looking for other cases

I like how it makes the black Nexus look like the white version. I'll probably keep mine once I get it. How's the material with picking up stains or smudges? I hate how all whites cases I've owned get dirty after a week.
On a side note, do you happen to know which eBay listing has a Quicksand case in red, not watermelon color. Thanks.
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I was just about to write an in-depth review, but you beat me to it.
For me, this is the perfect case. The fit is precise and covers what can be covered, it's extremely thin (by far the slimmest case I've used), and it has the very same soft touch finish as a naked Nexus 5. However, if you're the adventurous sort, this case probably isn't for you; it has no lip (the case sits a hair lower than the front face), it's not made of sturdy plastic, and the jury is out on whether or not the white will stain over time. It's clearly not meant to protect your phone from a fall, but it will protect it from normal day-to-day use for most. But other than that, this is about as near naked as you could hope for if you're in the market for a minimal case.
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Awesomely done review! Thanks for taking the time to do this review even though you're not keeping the case. Very good read
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Thanks, and no problem.
Atticustrd said:
I like how it makes the black Nexus look like the white version. I'll probably keep mine once I get it. How's the material with picking up stains or smudges? I hate how all whites cases I've owned get dirty after a week.
On a side note, do you happen to know which eBay listing has a Quicksand case in red, not watermelon color. Thanks.
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Well I didn't use it terribly long (I am returning it, so it's wiped clean and repackaged haha) and I wanted to keep it in new shape. But from the time I used it smudges were not visible. It's a matte finish, so it won't show smudges clearly. As for stains, I couldn't tell you. It just came out so most people haven't even had it for more than a couple of days.
As for the quicksand cases, the original ones I bought don't have it in red (only watermelon/orange/pink, or whatever colour that is supposed to be). There is this one (I've ordered white and red, they haven't arrived yet) but it isn't the exact same design, and some other xda members who have it say it isn't as high of quality as the one's I've posted about before. I had to get it though because I just wanted white and red quicksand cases to go along with the rest I've got.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Ultra-Thin-Quicksand-Matte-Frosted-Case-Cover-Hard-for-Google-Nexus-5-/380788789723?pt=US_Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&var=&hash=item58a8c7d1db
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I was just about to write an in-depth review, but you beat me to it.
For me, this is the perfect case. The fit is precise and covers what can be covered, it's extremely thin (by far the slimmest case I've used), and it has the very same soft touch finish as a naked Nexus 5. However, if you're the adventurous sort, this case probably isn't for you; it has no lip (the case sits a hair lower than the front face), it's not made of sturdy plastic, and the jury is out on whether or not the white will stain over time. It's clearly not meant to protect your phone from a fall, but it will protect it from normal day-to-day use for most. But other than that, this is about as near naked as you could hope for if you're in the market for a minimal case.
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Sorry about that. I didn't see one up and I got a request to do a review when I received it. Also I welcome the pictures! The more the better. And other reviews as well (I did put an "s" in the thread title). I know my opinion isn't going to match everyone else.
I was seriously surprised that I didn't like this case. I'm a minimalist and I thought this would be exactly what I was looking for. But for some reason, just a bunch of little things compounded into my not liking it.

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Sorry about that. I didn't see one up and I got a request to do a review when I received it. Also I welcome the pictures! The more the better. And other reviews as well (I did put an "s" in the thread title). I know my opinion isn't going to match everyone else.
I was seriously surprised that I didn't like this case. I'm a minimalist and I thought this would be exactly what I was looking for. But for some reason, just a bunch of little things compounded into my not liking it.
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Don't apologize - it's a great review! I just didn't want you to think I was trying to hijack or anything.
I briefly entertained the thought of returning it because it is so thin and it's like you said: it's not going to really protect the phone. I'm not a clumsy person, but falls do happen...I just don't want my love of minimal to be an Achilles heel.

I was looking at those Quicksand case couple days ago, let me know how those two cases turn-out. White and red are the exact color I'm looking to get next. I Pre-ordered the Spigen ultra fit case in red.
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Poetic quicksand is really nice for about 4 bucks. Shipping is faster than the 2.99 generic quicksand. Both are extremely sleek and nicer than the lg case
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Don't apologize - it's a great review! I just didn't want you to think I was trying to hijack or anything.
I briefly entertained the thought of returning it because it is so thin and it's like you said: it's not going to really protect the phone. I'm not a clumsy person, but falls do happen...I just don't want my love of minimal to be an Achilles heel.
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No worries.
Yeah, that was one of the main things I was thinking about. I love minimalism, and I don't need drop protection as I baby all of my devices, but if a drop did ever happen, this isn't protecting anything. With the (white) case on I feel I would be more likely to drop it compared to the (black) phone naked. It's quite slippery unless your hands have some moisture to them.
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I was looking at those Quicksand case couple days ago, let me know how those two cases turn-out. White and red are the exact color I'm looking to get next. I Pre-ordered the Spigen ultra fit case in red.
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Will do.

If you check out the mobilefun site (UK) there is the listing for Red as well as black and white - this has only appeared today.
No pictures as yet but im guessing this matches the red nexus 5 in colour.

How about scratches when you try to take off the case? Because the Ringke case had scratch all the corners of my phone
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Great review. I have to say it's infinitely superior to the 99p 0.3mm case I received (which had sharp edges and was rough to the touch, nothing like this OEM case). It's very similar to the OEM HTC One hard shell in that it doesn't have a lip but I much prefer that. My phone is always face up so it's a non-issues for me.
Yes, it's expensive foe us UK early adopters but I'm sure it'll end up cheaper once it's on eBay a bit more but I don't care
EDIT: @mmmmBACON - does it work with a wireless charger? I'd imagine so but just checking

It should be noted that the black version has the same soft touch feel as the black nexus and is not slippery at all. Great minimalist case.

dsmpampis said:
How about scratches when you try to take off the case? Because the Ringke case had scratch all the corners of my phone
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If you read the OP I talked about this case and any issues with scratched corners. I also have a Ringke Slim and have never had scratched corners. I made some videos on how to remove hardcases without scratching your phone.
Take a look here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2601790
EddyOS said:
Great review. I have to say it's infinitely superior to the 99p 0.3mm case I received (which had sharp edges and was rough to the touch, nothing like this OEM case). It's very similar to the OEM HTC One hard shell in that it doesn't have a lip but I much prefer that. My phone is always face up so it's a non-issues for me.
Yes, it's expensive foe us UK early adopters but I'm sure it'll end up cheaper once it's on eBay a bit more but I don't care
EDIT: @mmmmBACON - does it work with a wireless charger? I'd imagine so but just checking
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Thanks, it is definitely better quality than those 0.3mm TPU cases, but the feel in hand to me was too similar. Not the type of material and texture, but the shape, contours, and button layout. I think maybe if I had never bought those 0.3mm cases I might have liked this case more, but those were such crap, and this one was just similar enough in feel to remind me of them.
And there are no problems with wireless charging with this case on.

pemz82 said:
If you check out the mobilefun site (UK) there is the listing for Red as well as black and white - this has only appeared today.
No pictures as yet but im guessing this matches the red nexus 5 in colour.
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Updated the OP with a link to the Red case as well.

mmmmBACON said:
If you read the OP I talked about this case and any issues with scratched corners. I also have a Ringke Slim and have never had scratched corners. I made some videos on how to remove hardcases without scratching your phone.
Take a look here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2601790
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And there are no problems with wireless charging with this case on.
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The second time I took off the case, I tried your way from the video but I scratched the 2 left corners.....maybe I made something wrong.....
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dsmpampis said:
The second time I took off the case, I tried your way from the video but I scratched the 2 left corners.....
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Did you try the card method (video #2), that works for EVERY hardcase I own and I still don't have any scratched corners. I don't know what to tell you otherwise.

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