Hey everyone. I've not seen a review for the recently released Incipio NGP case on XDA (or anywhere else for that matter), so being the lukewarm Incipio fan and all-around case junkie that I am, I thought I'd fill everyone in. Let's get right into it; here's my review.
I've had spotty luck in the past with Incipio brand cases. The cases I had when I was an iPhone user some years back were always pretty mediocre, however the Incipio Frequency case, with it's semi-rigid construction, was one of my favorite cases for the HTC One. Though the Frequency line isn't available for the Nexus 5, I was hoping lightning would strike twice with their NGP line.
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As you can see, I went with the matte black. Though very light, the case itself is a hair bulkier than I had hoped, however I'm a big fan of the finish. It feels similar to the back of a naked Nexus, albeit with a very, very slight rubber feel to it that gives it a little better grip while eliminating the stickiness of standard TPU. It also attracts zero fingerprints, and that's a huge plus in my book. There's also no added elements to the case that aren't already present on the Nexus - no added chamfered edges, the edges are unnecessarily squared-off, etc. It profiles the phone nicely and let's the design of the Nexus make the statement.
In addition to having a lay-on-the-table design, the cutouts are also big enough to accommodate any size cable you can probably throw at it - another plus. Also, in the past I've had...I don't know, "strings" (I guess you could call them that) that hung around the cutouts as if they weren't cut neatly. However I'm happy to say the fit and finish on this case is top notch.
The buttons are another story. They feel nice enough, but the problem here is two fold. One being that there is almost zero feedback from the buttons when pressed and two is that the buttons are so sensitive that almost the slightest tough will have you accidentally hitting the power button or changing the volume...or both! Did you know that if you press the volume buttons and the power button at the same time, you'll log a bug report? I didn't, but this case taught me otherwise. The buttons are so touchy, that I've since had to disable developer options so the reports stop happening. *sigh*
One last thing, and it's easily my biggest gripe with the case. As you can (hopefully) see, the lip over the edge of the phone is raised just enough for dust and other crap to get underneath...and it's like this all the way around. This may not be a big deal if you're phone never goes into your pocket or if you live in a completely sterile environment, but in real-world application, it makes this case a dirt collector. That is to say the edges near the lip will always have dust, lint, dirt, or any number of other particulates scattered around near the edges whenever they come out of a pocket. Removing the case will reveal more dirt underneath. This sounds like it should be a small gripe, but it's actually really annoying.
It sucks because I want to love this case. I want this case to be the "right" case, but for all the things this case does right, it gets the buttons wrong and it gets the the lip around the edge wrong, and in my case (no pun intended), those two things are deal-breakers. On to the next one I suppose...
But then I'm the anal sort and I realize these things may not matter to everyone. It provides great protection in a relatively slim profile and it does look quite fetching, so if you are interested in purchasing the Incipio NGP case, you can find it here and only here for the time being.
Thanks for reading! Any questions, feel free to ask.
Nice review! I have this case along with a few others and it's probably my favorite. I also have the Google bumper case, Spigen slim armor and the Incipio two piece case I can't think of the name of. The NGP has the best feel out of all of them.
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astarling10 said:
Nice review! I have this case along with a few others and it's probably my favorite. I also have the Google bumper case, Spigen slim armor and the Incipio two piece case I can't think of the name of. The NGP has the best feel out of all of them.
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That button issue is a dealbreaker. What are you thoughts on the sensitivity?
They are a little stuff at first but after a week or so of using it, I haven't found that they are a problem. The feel of the case really sets it apart from the other cases I've used. I had as many as 10 cases but now I'm down to five.
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astarling10 said:
They are a little stuff at first but after a week or so of using it, I haven't found that they are a problem. The feel of the case really sets it apart from the other cases I've used. I had as many as 10 cases but now I'm down to five.
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Think you meant stiff? That stands in contrast to the OP's finding of overly sensitive buttons, if I'm understanding you correctly. So, you're not accidentally hitting the power button while the phone is in your pocket or while being tossed about?
Damn you autocorrect! LOL. Yes I meant stiff. I don't find them to be overly sensitive at all. I haven't experienced the power button pressing while in my pocket.
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Now the Incipio Dual Pro buttons are real sensitive but it's one of those two piece case and that inner layer is soft silicon stuff.
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The buttons are stiff, but they do break in a bit over a few days. As far as overly sensitive...it's not that the phone will turn on in your pocket – they're not that sensitive – but you need to be careful about how you hold the phone at times. However, if you grab it in such a way where you make light contact with all the buttons at once, then you may run into the problem I did.
That said, I am coming from an HTC One, and my muscle memory still has me trained that the power button is at the top – not on the side, and that the volume keys are flush with the phone and take some force to press (with a case on). In time it may be a non-issue, but I did accidentally log 4 or 5 bug reports in a 20 minute span, so there's that.
This morning I talked with a rep for Incipio and told them about my overly-sensitive button issue. They said that in my particular case the buttons may be a production error, so they're shipping me out a new one. I'll report back when I get it.
my turquoise case also arrived and it looks nice
it feels smooth in the hands, but kinda slippery..
ToZoX said:
my turquoise case also arrived and it looks nice
it feels smooth in the hands, but kinda slippery..
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plz post some pictures..
defect acefigi
jtwlbz said:
plz post some pictures..
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Yes please do :good:
I had the Incipio NGP case for my Evo LTE. It was my favorite compared to the diztronic TPU. I currently have the diztronic TPU on my N5, but I may look into getting the Incipio. What I like about the incipio is that it is a little thicker offering more shock protection, and it is matte all the way around. I don't like the gloss finish on the front edges on the diztronic. That last picture showing that it doesn't fit flush against the screen kinda bothers me though. Anyone else have that issue?
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I had the Incipio NGP case for my Evo LTE. It was my favorite compared to the diztronic TPU. I currently have the diztronic TPU on my N5, but I may look into getting the Incipio. What I like about the incipio is that it is a little thicker offering more shock protection, and it is matte all the way around. I don't like the gloss finish on the front edges on the diztronic. That last picture showing that it doesn't fit flush against the screen kinda bothers me though. Anyone else have that issue?
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i don't have that issue, fits very snug comparing to the spigen slim armor black
Thanks for the photos. I just ordered the blue one but it won't be here for a while with international shipping.
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i am looking for the thinnest case for my 4g touch. all i really want is a case that gives me a little more grip so the thinner the better. i have a tpu flexible case
(http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005MGUTW6/ref=oh_o01_s00_i00_details) and it just isn't thin enough for me.
Have you tried the sprint one? I know its a little expensive but it has a weave design that adds allot of grip and its pretty thin. Also as a bonus it has a kickstand
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I have this one and have had it for quite q while now. it is thin but it has scratched the tar out of my phone on the side...if you use this, just do your best not to take it off on on too much.
Try the case-mate barely there
http://www.case-mate.com/Samsung-Ga...axy-S-II-Epic-Touch-4G-Barely-There-Cases.asp
or the incipio feather.
http://www.myincipio.com/Samsung-Ga...-Touch-feather-Ultralight-Hard-Shell-Case.asp
I have the case mate and like it better than the incipio. Case mate covers the corners of the bezel where the incipio does not.
After using my protective case & holding it in my hand for awhile & noticing how its actually held. I've garnered the assumption that all that's really needed is a outside protective ring, if minimalism is what you're after.
The only thing I could find was one for the iPhone. Something like this would be good for the E4GT if you ask me:
They call this the Bumpy (bumper) case -
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Actually I did find one for the E4GT on alibaba, but nothing from sellers in the U.S.
flight01 said:
Have you tried the sprint one? I know its a little expensive but it has a weave design that adds allot of grip and its pretty thin. Also as a bonus it has a kickstand
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I also suggest the sprint case. If you buy it from sprint, expect to get reamed. I got mine there for 35 bucks, but it's on amazon for 15: http://www.amazon.com/Impact-Resist..._1_3?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1326180224&sr=1-3
Thing is a beast for the size. I dropped my phone the other day and just about burst into tears, but this thing totally saved it. The kickstand is also an added bonus. you'd be surprised how often you use it.
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Try the case-mate barely there
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This^^^^
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I have the same case as in the Op and i don't think you are going to find a thinner case. pretty much as thin as they come.
always go ebay...... http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_trksid=p5197.m570.l1313&_nkw=Bumper+D710&_sacat=0
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always go ebay...... http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_trksid=p5197.m570.l1313&_nkw=Bumper+D710&_sacat=0
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Not too sure if you were replying to my bumper case comment, if so I just want to point out that the ones you have linked, while similar do not have an open back.
EL TEJANO said:
Not too sure if you were replying to my bumper case comment, if so I just want to point out that the ones you have linked, while similar do not have an open back.
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Possible to cut the back out with an x-acto knife.
EL TEJANO said:
Not too sure if you were replying to my bumper case comment, if so I just want to point out that the ones you have linked, while similar do not have an open back.
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Possible to cut the back out with an x-acto knife.
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I have one of these "hybrid" cases and use it everyday because of the hard back (to protect that thin battery cover). Don't think cutting the back out would work simply because the structure of the case is built around the rigid back, but I suppose one could try it (they are inexpensive). The bumper is also pretty thick so it adds to the quite a bit to the girth.
FYI Have the "barely there" for going out, but don't feel it protects enough for everyday use.
flight01 said:
Have you tried the sprint one? I know its a little expensive but it has a weave design that adds allot of grip and its pretty thin. Also as a bonus it has a kickstand
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I have this case. I hate thick cases and cases in general. In fact, I've been caseless for months with only one small little scuff mark on the bottom left. However, I decided to put the case back on but with two small modifications. I hate how the case runs a thin piece of plastic over the top of the volume and power buttons. I cut them off and it's MUCH BETTER. Now I can confidently recommend this case.
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I do have one issue with the case and that is with its design. The kickstand is on the wrong side. When you use it, the power button is on the top and the volume keys are on the bottom. It should be the opposite. I usually want to adjust the volume if I'm using it watching something, I rarely want to use the power button. Small, but annoying flaw in my opinion.
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(and yes, taken with my Epic Touch 4G!)
This is the case I bought. I used the bulky rubber cases with the protective glass covers for a long time, but with SII, I decided to go slimmer. I don't have anything on the glass and this case fits the phone perfectly, actually giving it a better feel and weight. It has a sleek look that most cases don't with a brushed aluminum finish on the back. It really looks like it's part of the phone. I can't recommend it enough. The only drawback is that it is minimalist and probably doesn't have as much shock protection as the thicker rubber/plastic cases. That being said. I think that I dropped my previous phone once over it's two year life, so I didn't sweat shock protection much. If you drop your phone alot, this might not be the case for you. Just thought I'd share. I found a link for this case for around $20 when I bought it. The link below is $25. I'm sure you can score a crappier case for $1, but I think the $20 bucks for this thing was worth it. High quality and it looks really nice.
www(dot)accessorygeeks(dot)com/case-mate-barely-there-samsung-epic-4g-touch-hard-case-368189-alum-gry.html
*edit: Sorry for the link. I don't have 8 posts yet in order to post a link, though I've been reading this forum for 2 years now. Oh well. The link is just the first result I got from Google, so hey!
I have the Sprint kickstand case as well but only paid 19.99 for it through Sprint when I ordered my phone.
It's thin, doesn't grip onto material (pocket in pants or purses) but does feel secure when holding it and the kickstand is handy (one of the things I loved about the Epic 4G phone).
I've put it on and removed it from my phone numerous times (I recently bought the desk dock from Sprint) and it's left no scuffs anywhere on my phone.
This will make a thin case for you. You better be good at masking off areas you don't want it on (screen, buttons, ports, camera lens and flash area and rear speaker). Take the battery cover off and mask the area underneath, that way you don't seal the door to the phone. Yeah this is sarcasm but it "could" conceivably be done and be the thinnest case.
I actually thought about doing this but I don't think my skills are up to the task. It can be peeled off if you don't like it.
iSkylla said:
I do have one issue with the case and that is with its design. The kickstand is on the wrong side. When you use it, the power button is on the top and the volume keys are on the bottom. It should be the opposite. I usually want to adjust the volume if I'm using it watching something, I rarely want to use the power button. Small, but annoying flaw in my opinion.
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totally agree. annoying as hell. but i think i figured it out. and maybe you dont do this. but watch ALMOST EVERYONE with their phone. when they turn it sideways, thats how they turn it. so when the case manufacturer made it, thats how they turned it. so, is it the manufacturers flaw? or samsungs?
I recently bought the sprint case on eBay Ford 12.99 awesome deal! And I love the case! No problems at all. Plus I'm a sucker for carbon fiber
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Stay away from the Sprint case, it has poor build quality and will scratch your phone after a while. If you want a thin case, get one of the TPU ones.
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It may not be the thinness but in my opinion its one of the best. I have the Platinum (aka Seidio) case from Best Buy. It's the 2 piece slide in case with holster. It works great.
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Incipio SILICRYLIC in blue exclusively for T-Mobile USA.
The case is very, very nice. The soft material is very comfortable and a joy to grip. The plastic is also a great "soft" feeling material. I've jumped through 4 premium cases so far and this is by far the best one for what I want in a case. The only thing that stopped me from buying this in the 1st place, was the colors available on the Incipio site. The color of this one is more of a metallic teal than the blue that it looks in the pictures. I'd rather have the blue, but the teal is very attractive in person.
The case is $30 at T-Mobile (I snagged it for like $23). I would've payed the $30 though no problem. Cause I feel the case is way better than some that are priced higher.
The main thing about this case - It's easy to take off so I can swap batteries. This is a must for me as I've tried it with the speck case, the body glove dimensions and the case-mate barely there and this is by far the easiest to take off.
When it comes to protection, this is number 1 from the ones I've tried. And that includes the speck candy shell. The reason this beats the speck? Cause you seriously run a risk of cracking the gs3 screen while trying to remove it from the speck. And there should be no reason that a case, can make you risk breaking your phone while trying to do a simple task like removing it.
Some say "use a tool to remove the speck". Nah, I'll pass. If the 10 tools that I use daily for other jobs (fingers), can't remove the case, then the case is a p.o.s.
If the phone falls in this case, it has just as much of a survival rate as that of the candy shell, if not more... I have dropped phones from waist high with a Incipio feather on it and it didn't have a mark on it (gs2). I'm pretty sure that this case can do better. The candy shell, though it has a hard and soft material, is a lot less shock absorbing than this. The reason is the specks "soft material", isn't nearly as soft as this Incipio case. And for that reason alone, I feel there's a risk of less shock absorption with it than this case.. Drop a rock and a sponge and tell me which one does better...
Here's the pics.
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How is the sides? Does the rubber lift up while handling it. Seems like it might with not much support along the sides. Also how are the button presses? Still crisp and "clicky" if you will?
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silver04v said:
How is the sides? Does the rubber lift up while handling it. Seems like it might with not much support along the sides. Also how are the button presses? Still crisp and "clicky" if you will?
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Nah, it doesn't really "lift up". Of course where the volume buttons are it's a little "looser" than the rest. But it has less support. It's not a problem as it only "lifts up" when you try to make it "lift up".
I too have the Incipio "silicrylic" for my galaxy s3. Ebay order, about $25 IIRC. I went with the standard black and was pleased as well.
Echo the comments on the "soft" feeling texture of the case. It is a snug fit, but nothing that would damage the phone going on/off. Rubber comes up and around the sides for a ridge on the face (clear in your pics) I'd take some pics of mine but black is black lol...
All around a great case. I have this case and the vented Samsung (the one with the coin kickstand thing). I use this case daily.
The two layer approach, rubber + the shell really seems effective.
Oh, and fit around the buttons is excellent imho. I don't feel it takes any more effort or is any difficult at all with the rubber case over the buttons.
The screen protector they give you with it isn't that great though (imho). I've tried both ZAGG and Skinomi, plus the one that came with the Incipio. So far, I like Skinomi the best, but I ordered the ZAGG replacement because the store guy goofed the install...
Anyway man great review, I feel ya on giving it high marks. I like that case as well. Not a bad pick up for $25. :laugh:
Biggest downside is you're covering up a fine looking phone!
how you get it for 23?
He might have use the coupon before it expired.
OP, does the plastic have a quality finish around the edges? Can you get a close up?
Thanks.
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He might have use the coupon before it expired.
OP, does the plastic have a quality finish around the edges? Can you get a close up?
Thanks.
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What coupon? I got a deal cause of a certain person. I'd like that coupon though if you have a link.
It's all quality.
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What coupon? I got a deal cause of a certain person. I'd like that coupon though if you have a link.
It's all quality.
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"SUM2012" got me a 20% discount on the Incipio site.
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What coupon? I got a deal cause of a certain person. I'd like that coupon though if you have a link.
It's all quality.
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There was a 30% coupon that expired on 6/30. You can't stack it with the 25% employee discount. Some did stack with the buy 2 get one free. No longer valid though.
Are the edges rounded and have a nice finish? I had it for my Amaze and the case was haggard. Sharp edges and they didn't have much attention to detail.
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Yea, nah, I didn't use them but wish I would've known about those before they expired.
The edges are not jagged or anything. The whole case is smooth
These are cheaper on Amazon though than they are with the 20% off from Incipio.
Could I get a top shot of the plastic part of the case and a close up of the edges finish? If you don't mind. Thank you.
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How a the grip? I'm sorta worried about the phone sliding out of my pocket while I'm sitting or when I go to stand up so I'm looking for a case that's got some texture to it maybe.
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How a the grip? I'm sorta worried about the phone sliding out of my pocket while I'm sitting or when I go to stand up so I'm looking for a case that's got some texture to it maybe.
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Ha, I'm looking for something that will slide in and out of my pocket easily. I have an Otter B. Commuter on my Atrix and I feel its a little too tacky...
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luebbers said:
How a the grip? I'm sorta worried about the phone sliding out of my pocket while I'm sitting or when I go to stand up so I'm looking for a case that's got some texture to it maybe.
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The edges have enough silicone to stay in place. As long as you don't have super tight pants you're fine.
Anyone know where the Yellow/Grey case is exclusive to? Seems like different carriers may have gotten different colors?
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The edges have enough silicone to stay in place. As long as you don't have super tight pants you're fine.
Anyone know where the Yellow/Grey case is exclusive to? Seems like different carriers may have gotten different colors?
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I thought the yellow was available on the Incipio website. If not I saw a lot on ebay.
luebbers said:
How a the grip? I'm sorta worried about the phone sliding out of my pocket while I'm sitting or when I go to stand up so I'm looking for a case that's got some texture to it maybe.
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I have a black one on my gs3, and I would say the grip is good. It's "soft" and still has enough texture to be grippy. It shouldn't slide out of your pants. I use it with dress pants (think suit pants) at work everyday. No issue.
The texture of the outer shell is actually different than the inner rubber. Shell is more soft and smooth, while the inner rubber is soft and tacky. Top, bottom, and button covers are left as rubber, while the outer basically covers the back and corners. Hope that helps.
Thanks for the review, I just picked one up from my local T-mobile store, they were giving me weird looks for being in there when I had AT&T
It looks and feels fantastic on my blue phone, contrary to the pictures the outlining is more of a dark grey in limited/low lighting situations, not the light grey that you see in some of the pictures.
I tried the black/black (local AT&T prime mobile has that and the black/yellow) and I found that on the blue phone the black diminished the overall look of the phone imo.
I would really like the dark grey outlining and possibly a light grey/black cover, seems like it would look good like that, but I'm happy with my purchase, thanks again!
Edit: I'll try to take some pictures to show what I mean, they should be up later
My Incipio Feather SHINE case came in and I've been using it for a couple of days and decided to write up a full review. Let me know if you have any questions about it.
First thing is first, if the case doesn’t at least match the beauty and aesthetics of the device its protecting, you won’t get my approval. Thankfully for the Incipio Feather SHINE it is a minimalistic case with a sophisticated finish which certainly accentuates the HTC One’s design cues.
The shell case features an extremely thin and light profile with a brushed aluminum reflective finish on the back. The sides are transparent to show off the machined polymer on the HTC One and the cut outs fit perfectly around the camera, rear microphone and volume rocker. Small groves are in place for comfortable use of the 3.5mm headphone jack as well as the power button which doubles as an IR blaster.
There is a tiny lip which I would barely consider a lay on the table design but it may be enough for you if you plan on always laying your phone face down on a smooth flat surface, otherwise you better consider getting a screen protector. Overall the design of the Incipio Feather SHINE case is clean, fresh and form fitting. The brushed aluminum finish on the back provides a premium look and feel and enough of the phone remains covered while still showing off the magnificent design of the HTC One.
The build quality of the case is exactly what we’ve come to expect from such a recognized brand and Incipio certainly pays attention to detail when delivering products that shouldn’t just look good but offer protection from any unfortunate damage. As previously mentioned, the cut outs are done very well and no rigid plastic is left poking out that may damage your device. Every surface is sleek, smooth and wraps around your HTC One like a glove.
The Feather line won’t offer the best drop protection as it boasts a thickness of just 1.27 mm but its more than enough for protecting the phone from scratches on its aluminum frame. It is composed of sleek polycarbonate material which tends to attract some pretty nasty fingerprints on the finish that aren’t the easiest to wipe off so make sure to keep a microfiber cloth handy.
At a measly half ounce the case itself holds true to its Feather name and is by far one of the easiest to slip in and out of your pocket as well.
Its hard not to like the Incipio Feather SHINE if you’re in the market for a slim style case. It feels great in the hand and clings tight to your HTC One so there’s no danger of it popping out. The brushed aluminum finish gives off a modern and sophisticated feel which is great if you’re needing to protect your new investment while wanting to display a premium look. The case is available for $29.99 direct from Incipio’s website or you can find great deals on Amazon which is where I purchased mine from.
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this case look good but it doesn't cover top and bottom of phone
True but it shows off the build quality so it's not necessarily a negative depending on how you look at it.
I ordered this yesterday. One of the best looking cases with low protection. When I need more protection, I use Incipio Dualpro -series.
Only drawback was high Ups cost. Normal was 7.9$ and express 17.9$.
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Ouch! I got free shipping through Amazon for bundling it with a Spigen screen protector, they delivered it in 4 days.
I'm using the one with the soft finish instead of aluminum. It's pretty impressive and the feel is quite nice. Perfect fit too.
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To be honest I intended to order the soft touch version but made a mistake. When I got the SHINE in the mail I was so impressed that I didn't bother sending it back lol
Just a heads up, I'll be dropping reviews of the rest of Incipios line up for the HTC One soon and will post links on this thread as well.
I have this case and its really nice however the silver paint on the back is already starting to peel and scratch off. Have only had it and the phone for about a week now so a little disappointed with it overall. I have not dropped it at all so I guess the scratches are just from dirt on a desk or table. I guess it is better than scratches in the phone though.
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I have this case and its really nice however the silver paint on the back is already starting to peel and scratch off. Have only had it and the phone for about a week now so a little disappointed with it overall. I have not dropped it at all so I guess the scratches are just from dirt on a desk or table. I guess it is better than scratches in the phone though.
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This is what I was worried about, so I opted for the soft finish version instead.
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It is a gorgeous case, but I have also had a problem with the finish coming off. I received mine from Amazon yesterday afternoon and it's already on it's way to Incipio for a warranty replacement
Hopefully the next one will hold up better. If not, I'll just have to go for the soft touch. The feather is a great fit, and definately matches the phone in it's good looks.
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It is a gorgeous case, but I have also had a problem with the finish coming off. I received mine from Amazon yesterday afternoon and it's already on it's way to Incipio for a warranty replacement
Hopefully the next one will hold up better. If not, I'll just have to go for the soft touch. The feather is a great fit, and definately matches the phone in it's good looks.
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How well is your replacement holding up? Was the first one you got just a bad batch?
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How well is your replacement holding up? Was the first one you got just a bad batch?
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I just received the replacement Friday, and there is already a small chip in the aluminum finish. I do love this case, but I just don't see a way to avoid the chipping. Even as careful as I am about setting it down, what I set it down on, and easily placing it in my purse or back pocket. If it looks horrible in a few weeks I will go with the soft finish case. Incipio is a great company and gave me absolutely no problem exchanging the case.
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this case look good but it doesn't cover top and bottom of phone
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from the mega info thread:
http://images.anandtech.com/doci/6747/Screen Shot 2013-03-07 at 9.31.13 PM.png
http://www.anandtech.com/show/6747/htc-one-review
I'm thinking that the open top and bottom is best for transmission and reception.
That's crazy, who would of thought...
I ordered my incipio feather shine. . If I get the peeling chipping effect ill have it replaced with a softtouch one. Incipio has an excellent warranty.
I wish there was a case like the feather that had a low profile kickstand
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I ordered my incipio feather shine. . If I get the peeling chipping effect ill have it replaced with a softtouch one. Incipio has an excellent warranty.
I wish there was a case like the feather that had a low profile kickstand
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I ordered mine a few months ago at launch. Came in the mail from amazon and looked awful out of the gate. Peeling, chipping, the finish feels cheap and your fingers/keys will dig into right away.
HOWEVER.
Rather than return it I simply peeled all of the gray finish off. Wow does this case look way better. It actually has a metal/aluminum look that makes it seem way way nicer than it ever did.
Did they ever notch out the charger port area on this case. I had one at launch, but there is no cutout like there is on the regular feather case for the charger. Forcing it to go in at an angle, and will likely lead to breakage, or very loose fitting cables in no time.
I sent it back and went with the regular feather instead. I prefer the feel of the regular one much more, and its about half as thick.
This is a review of Cruzerlite TPU cases designed for N2: http://www.cruzerlite.com/cases/samsung/galaxy-note-ii?limit=30
Cruzerlite is probably one of those case companies that doesn't need much introduction. Although being around for a few years, they already established themselves with a series of unique TPU cases and a fanbase of loyal customers. For me this was the first time I got a chance to test these cases. One might say what so special about another TPU case? When it comes to Cruzerlite it's their Personality. These cases have unique design, often centered around Andy the Android character. But looks will only take you so far without actual quality behind it. So here is how it stacks up.
First case I looked at is called Andy Circuit Persona. It has a very unique printed design of Android character surrounded by electronic circuit traces. The print itself looks very durable and embedded into the case coating which feels scratch resistant, something you can count on staying bold and visible for a long time throughout wear and tear. The case itself, surprisingly, made out of a very durable thick TPU material which actually feels like it will be able to absorb a noticeable shock if dropped. Sides of the case snugly wrap around the phone and provide a nice lip to keep your display off the surface if placed screen down. Outside the case has a very smooth texture with a nice grip that feels secure in your hand. All the cutouts are precise and perfectly aligned. Also, power/volume buttons are exposed through a cutout and easily accessible. Typically I would not recommend TPU case as something that can give you a piece of mind if you drop the phone, but this one is an exception and I feel like it will give you a little more confidence if dropped.
The second case is from their Androidified Case series which is a specific Bugdroid Circuit model. This one features Andy the Android in the middle surrounded by etched out traces of electric circuit. This is a very unique design because you can actually feel etched out traces both outside and inside of this TPU case. The case itself is semi-transparent and feels great in your hand with an extra grip due to the etched out lines. Just like Andy Circuit Persona, it wraps around the phone, providing an acceptable lip to protect the screen from touching the surface when placed display down, and has all the precisely aligned port openings. Power and Volume buttons have cutouts for easy access. I would say Andy Circuit Persona will offer a better shock protection, but this one is still not bad and should provide you with a decent grip to avoid dropping your phone and some protection in case if you drop it. Also, both cases are smooth enough to get in and out of the pocket easily without pulling on any material.
Overall these are very nice looking TPU cases for everyday basic use. Of course what makes them stand out is the original design with its friendly Andy the Android in the middle. Also, cases have a very reasonable price without sacrificing the quality. For those who like to change their N2 cases on a regular basis and looking for a unique design, Cruzerlite line of TPU cases is definitely something to consider.
Now, here are the pictures for your enjoyment:
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OK, so this was totally unexpected. Cruzerlite is well known for their cool TPU cases with Persona of Andy "the android" character. But do you guys know they have a line of plushies, the collectible Andy plushy toys?!? http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_s...rlite+plushies&sprefix=cruzerlite+plu,aps,168
I just got one for review, and this thing is super cute. At first I thought to give it to my kids, but then I realized I want to keep it for myself. This one is Persona of Andy with a clear belly to put your Jelly Beans (get it?) in there http://www.amazon.com/Cruzelite-Personas-Andy-Jelly-Collectible/dp/B008GQ1OCI/
Here are some pictures of this cool Cruzerlite collectible toy:
Those cases look pretty cool. Green one would be my choice. Wow didnt know they made plush Andy character. I must order some now. Thanks for the awesome review as always.
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I forgot to mention it's actually of a decent quality, not some cheap toy you get in a dollar store.
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I forgot to mention it's actually of a decent quality, not some cheap toy you get in a dollar store.
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Even better!
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I have one of these cases minimal protection. But decent. Doesn't add bulk.
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I order this one off there site XDA developer case...
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Thats cool do they have it in black?
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I was thinking about getting one of these. I always switch between my cases but the only I have that is really thin on the sides is the seidio surface and it's boring looking.
Are these cases smooth? Do they grab at your pocket when you take them out?
And are they super thin on the sides? The only time I can actually reach each side of the screen with my thumb is if I have my phone in the surface or naked.
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Very nice slim tpu case.... but I couldn't use mine (Androdified) becaise it lifts the corners of my screen protector. So if you have a flush to the edge type of screen protector and you are not willing to cut or change it go with body glove tpu. Alnost the same thin design but the corner has more room to fit with sp. Of course its a boring solid color
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I was thinking about getting one of these. I always switch between my cases but the only I have that is really thin on the sides is the seidio surface and it's boring looking.
Are these cases smooth? Do they grab at your pocket when you take them out?
And are they super thin on the sides? The only time I can actually reach each side of the screen with my thumb is if I have my phone in the surface or naked.
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They are smooth, not sticky, and relatively thin on the side.
Thanks for the review and pictures!! I've got 3 of their Androidified TPU Cases for my Evo LTEs. The smoke color looks really nice, the red color looks awesome (looks good on my black one, but really stellar on my white one!), and the clear was great for about 1 month. Around that 1 month mark though, the clear started yellowing and will NOT come clean no matter how I try to clean it!! It's so bad I won't even use it on either my black or white Evo LTE! I think I'm gonna go ahead an try one of their TPU cases for my Note 2. I always buy WAY too many cases for every phone I get, and always say I'm not going to for my next phone but always do, lol. Anyways, thanks again for the review and pictures!!
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Thanks
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This is a review of Cruzerlite TPU cases designed for N2:
Cruzerlite is probably one of those case companies that doesn't need much introduction. Although being around for a few years, they already established themselves with a series of unique TPU cases and a fanbase of loyal customers. For me this was the first time I got a chance to test these cases. One might say what so special about another TPU case? When it comes to Cruzerlite it's their Personality. These cases have unique design, often centered around Andy the Android character. But looks will only take you so far without actual quality behind it. So here is how it stacks up.
Thanks for the great review.
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I have this case on my Note 2 (a red version) and I have some observations:
The cutouts are large -- meaning I can use my Samsung MHL-HDMI adapter without taking the case off. This is the only case so far I have tried that can do this. (Also used a Diztronic and stock Samsung case.)
The cutout on the headphone jack is a good size too and most cables plug in without issue.
The lip around the screen is quite large ..... this is good and bad. Good in that is will offer a lot of protection for face down drops.It is stiff and won't push off the screen easily. It also goes above the glass over 1mm I would say. (I had the Samsung case on my phone and it fell screen down, smashing the screen. The Samsung case has a very thin lip around the screen.) The bad is that it makes it slightly hard to swipe in from the left of right ... or get your finger to the far edge of the screen while cropping pictures.
You can feel the seams in the TPU from the manufacturing process...... it goes around the outside edge of the phone. The Diztronic TPU case is much better in this respect.... but the Diztronic offers less front glass protection .. and the cutouts aren't as big so you have to take the case off to use the MHL-HDMI adapter.
Just buy it. You will get the great case and support for the xda team.
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The cases with Andy on the back are slightly thicker and more protective.
Ridin' a Note 2 blast
Looks awesome. Just need one to fit my ZL battery!
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Does anyone has the cyan/light blue one?
Does it looks good on grey Note 2?
I'm sooo interested in that color!
So I just got he Diztronic Case for my new Nexus 5 today and here's my thoughts on it. I've been a Diztronic case user for sometime now; had it on previous devices such as my S3. One thing I love about Diztronic is that they are more substance than flash when it comes to their cases.
Packaging:
One thing you will notice when you get the packaging is that, well there isn't much to say as its in a plastic wrap, with a cardboard cutout placeholder for your phone. They spent the money were it needs to go; on the case itself.
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As expected from Diztronic, the case is a built top notch using a soft but firm flexible TPU material. It has a two tone appearance where the edge/frame is a shiny glossy black (along with the Diztronic logo on the back) where the rest of the case is a soft grippy matte black on the back and sides. A thing to point out is the nice feel the matte finish has. It almost feels like the Nexus 5 back without a case. It just feels good. One thing I like is that Diztronic did not plaster their name all over the case like some case manufacturers do. Just one simply logo at the back near the bottom.
The cutouts are all in the perfect location and aligned right. The cutouts for all ports/mics/speakers are spot on. One thing I would like to point out is the cutout for the headphone jack. It's bigger than other cases I've seen and I like that. It allows for headphone plugs off varying sizes to be used with our phone. Many times a plug will be too big to be used with certain cases and the phone would have to removed from the case to use said plug. The cutout is a large nice square cutout. So thumbs up to Diztronic for that. Also, the microusb port cutout is large also, allowing for oem and aftermarket micro usb plugs to be used. Which is really like as I have plugs and charges of all sorts of sizes around the house, bag and car.
One thing that did differ from the S3 Diztronic case is that there is no cutouts for the buttons; volume and power. I'm sure a lot of us went the super cheap route before and got a tpu case off of ebay with no cutouts and it was just plain misery trying to press the buttons. That was one of the big pluses for me on the S3 case and was doubtful and wary about no cutouts on the Nexus 5 case. Yet, Diztronic has pulled through and made pressing the buttons easy and nice even without the cutouts. The fake buttons on the case to mimic the buttons on the phone are very nicely designed and implemented. They actually look and feel like real buttons and not just some bump on the case like the cheaper tpu cases.
Another thing I liked is that the edges are raised to protect the phone if you place it face down on the table. So no scratching the screen when doing so.
Also, unlike the slim cases from Spigen and Ringke (other cases I considered) is that it has decent protection all the way around the phone. The slim cases protect the sides but not so much the top and bottom. Sure its a little bulkier and thicker but my mind is a little more at ease with the added protection.
Got the same case on my N5 as well. Had one on my EVO 4G LTE as well. Decent case all around. Nice review.
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Got the same case on my N5 as well. Had one on my EVO 4G LTE as well. Decent case all around. Nice review.
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Thanks I appreciate it!
Yeah one of the better cases I've used on any device. Great customer support too, anytime I had an issue they always were quick and courteous.
Thanks for the review. My phone slipped out of my hand today and I was able to catch it with my foot before it fell the rest of the approx. 6 inches to a tile floor. The back cover popped open a little bit, but it was otherwise unscathed. I took that as my first and only warning from the phone Gods to put a case on it so I just bought one of these based on your review.
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Thanks for the review. My phone slipped out of my hand today and I was able to catch it with my foot before it fell the rest of the approx. 6 inches to a tile floor. The back cover popped open a little bit, but it was otherwise unscathed. I took that as my first and only warning from the phone Gods to put a case on it so I just bought one of these based on your review.
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yeah I always recommend a case. I don't like otter boxes or tank sized cases but I do like a medium between super slim and otterbox. I'm sure you'll like the case!
How much of the screen does the edge/lip of the case cover? Any use this with a screen protector?
Covers very little of the screen. I am using with with the spigen ultra crystal with no problems. I think it's a much more functional case than the official bumper.
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Yeah, if you can't tell my phone has a screen protector on it. I'm using the xtremeguard protector on it
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Does anyone have any pictures of this case (either black or clear, both would be nice though) on a white Nexus 5? Looking to purchase this case just not sure in which color
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Covers very little of the screen. I am using with with the spigen ultra crystal with no problems. I think it's a much more functional case than the official bumper.
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The skinomi screen protector I got has 1mm margin to the edge of the screen so any case lip that covers more than 1mm will start to push on the protector.
Would you say the it covers 1mm or less of the screen?
Yes, I think that's accurate
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Does this case feels like the soft black of the phone? How is it with fingerprints?
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Momotani-Hitoshi said:
The skinomi screen protector I got has 1mm margin to the edge of the screen so any case lip that covers more than 1mm will start to push on the protector.
Would you say the it covers 1mm or less of the screen?
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I'm curious as well about the case pushing against the screen protector. I would like to know if the case causes the screen protector to lift away from the screen. This is a problem I have with the spigen.
Thanks
Amazon has the black with prime shipping, I'll make sure to post my thoughts
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Looks like you lucked out and got the second revision, seems like a lottery at Amazon right now but good to see they started shipping them. Nice big photos and thanks for taking the time. I personally decided to pass on Diz this time due to the QC issues and covered up buttons.
FYI there's a thread a few pages long dedicated to the progression of this case including other pics and reviews: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2490294 :good:
After using a spigen neo hybrid for a few days I've gone back to the diztronic, fits like a glove. And almost feels like there's no case.
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Is it hard to take off? I've read that some people actually damaged the exterior back and edges by taking off their cases...
No its not hard to take off... I don't go side to side... I go from bottom to top. So insert the bottom of the phone first then the top. Yeah i was worried about the revisions but Diztronic emailed me that all new cases should be the revised version
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Sucks that from Italy apparently there is no way to get my hands on one since no euro amazon sells it and they directly also dont mail it to Italy or other european countries....
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No its not hard to take off... I don't go side to side... I go from bottom to top. So insert the bottom of the phone first then the top. Yeah i was worried about the revisions but Diztronic emailed me that all new cases should be the revised version
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Have you tried eBay through the seller "post3rs" ?
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