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Finally, a protective case by Ballistic!!

get it here
http://www.goballisticcase.com/prod...c-4g-touch-ballistic-shell-gel-sg-series-case
here's a 20% off coupon; not sure if it will work for you..
SURVEY921

nice
does it come in black/red?
and once you get this case,how do you carry around?
i need a holster

it comes in black/black, and black pink..
No holster, just stuff it in your pocket...
its not as gigantic as their HC cases are; those you can drop from a rooftop and the phone won't crack...
this one should survive any drop from 7 feet or less...they have a video of them testing it on the webpage listed above..

wase4711 said:
it comes in black/black, and black pink..
No holster, just stuff it in your pocket...
its not as gigantic as their HC cases are; those you can drop from a rooftop and the phone won't crack...
this one should survive any drop from 7 feet or less...they have a video of them testing it on the webpage listed above..
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thread posted earlier with pic, order site, video review link, and colors.
everything but coupon code
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1330028

Can anyone tell me--how does this compare to the TPU case?

babyqtangel said:
Can anyone tell me--how does this compare to the TPU case?
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i will tell ya in a few days to a week when mine comes in. i have this on it now - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005MGUTW6

babyqtangel said:
Can anyone tell me--how does this compare to the TPU case?
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its about 10 times more protective than any tpu case..
its bigger and bulkier, so, if you don't want that, then don't get one...

Nice find. Thanks. Will be ordering one.
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looks like it adds extra grip on the phone but kinda makes the phone look a little bulky imo.

looks good!!

has anyone received theirs yet?
I ordered mine first day, but, I am in chicago, so its probably a couple more days

Anyone know if/when they are going to have the HC case? Had one for my Evo, and I would love to have one for the E4GT.
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they told me awhile ago that they were, but some have reported that they were told they were not...
I'd prefer the HC case as well, but, something is better than nothing...

That looks nice. I'll have to get that. The phone is actually too light for me.
I had the G2 before and that was pretty heavy. I think I'll have to pick one of these up.
Hmm... I need to go thank the OP.

Holy Cr$P!!
This thing is awesome.
It puts the case mate tough to shame!!!!
I retruned the case mate and got this.
Extremely happy!!!
WEEEEE

yea, this is the toughest case out, for now, for this phone..
Hoping the ballistic hc comes out for this, so I can feel 100 confident that the phone is protected..

wase4711 said:
yea, this is the toughest case out, for now, for this phone..
Hoping the ballistic hc comes out for this, so I can feel 100 confident that the phone is protected..
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What is the diff. between SG and HC? is the HC phone/polycarbonate/silicon?
It's quiet comforting knowing my phone will no longer be at risk.
I've already done a 7 ft. drop test with it and am impressed.
I like how the feel is on the power button and volume as well (much easier to press than on the TPU case.
-RR

Here is what the hc cases are all about..
http://www.goballisticcase.com/products/iphone-4-4s-ballistic-hc-series-case
I dont understand why so many people like the TPU cases; the're just a cheap piece of vinyl, and do nothing to protect your phone from a drop on a hard surface, like concrete..they are super cheap, I guess, considering there is only a few pennies in vinyl to make them, so maybe its the price that makes them so attractive..

wase4711 said:
Here is what the hc cases are all about..
http://www.goballisticcase.com/products/iphone-4-4s-ballistic-hc-series-case
I dont understand why so many people like the TPU cases; the're just a cheap piece of vinyl, and do nothing to protect your phone from a drop on a hard surface, like concrete..they are super cheap, I guess, considering there is only a few pennies in vinyl to make them, so maybe its the price that makes them so attractive..
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For me it was keeping the camera from scratching while on a table... It protected that.
Also, it kept the phone from having direct contact with surfaces (to avoid scratch)... yah it would probably break if dropped, but if you rubbed up on a hard surface, at least the phone wouldn't scratch

We just got the all black ones in store today
I work at a corporate storestore
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Forgot how good this phone feels naked

I had to take my case off today and held the phone naked and forgot how freakin awesome it feels without a case.
I might just go raw dogs on this phone for a bit.

Nutzzer said:
I had to take my case off today and held the phone naked and forgot how freakin awesome it feels without a case.
I might just go raw dogs on this phone for a bit.
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Good screen protector is all that's needed unless you work outside for a living.

nfrederick said:
Good screen protector is all that's needed unless you work outside for a living.
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Agreed. SGP is working well for me.
- 90's

nfrederick said:
Good screen protector is all that's needed unless you work outside for a living.
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I agree. I have a screen protector on the front and I will be getting a vinyl skin soon to protect the back. I always thought cases personally made the phone look uglier.

I understand the purpose of it, since the phone is at least a 2yr commitment, but damn, I can't stop touching this phone again after taking the cover off. And I had a thin drizonic tpu case too....
Fack it, no case for you...thats y I have insurance right?

i've gone caseless and haven't looked back, now i have 2 useless TPU cases just laying around.

I like my phone like I like my wife. Naked. No case, except for my belt one and no screen protector.

The thing is cases will be effect on the future, I mean when u try to sell ur phone and get a good price. So I believe on the screen protector and cases. My phone on the way and already have the case and the screen protector ready

I've been going around without protection since I got it. It feels better and imo looks better. I don't even have a screen protector and I haven't suffered a single scratch (knock on wood). I haven't been overly careful with the phone either I keep it in my pocket allot I fall asleep with it and roll around all night and I leave the thing just about everywhere and it's dropped a few times onto hard surfaces.

Yea I agree with all the above except that all its takes is one fumble and your phone is toast....
I don't care much about scratches or looks. I want my GNEX to last. I've already dropped it once and can't image what would have happened without my otterbox.
I don't feel like treating my 700 gnex like a baby so I feel much better when using my case even if it is uglier and more bulky.
Test,

I knoowwww!! I took of my Gnex out of the case to clean it , and god this phone is soo slim and sexy. if Samsung could just use less plastic on their phones
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I know what you mean. So sexy naked but I just can't afford to rock it that way. I have the incipio dual case and I love it. Very slim. The one thing I do not like about the case is all of the lint it contracts on a daily basis.
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test4echo said:
Yea I agree with all the above except that all its takes is one fumble and your phone is toast....
I don't care much about scratches or looks. I want my GNEX to last. I've already dropped it once and can't image what would have happened without my otterbox.
I don't feel like treating my 700 gnex like a baby so I feel much better when using my case even if it is uglier and more bulky.
Test,
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True. At least with my DX I could drop it and it would still be OK.
But alas, I hate cases, so no case or screen protector for me.

Shayes784 said:
True. At least with my DX I could drop it and it would still be OK.
But alas, I hate cases, so no case or screen protector for me.
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Hey believe me, I'd much rather use it without the case!
I just don't trust that it could take a fall from 3 feet without one.
The screen may not crack or break or even get scratched but the innards are my concern.
To me its like traveling with a Gibson Les Paul without a case...lol
Test,

Get a Ringke Slim Metallic case, it's the same color as the body and it's really subtle so you won't notice the phone has a case.
I do agree though that the phone is plain sexy naked, had a TPU for a bit but couldn't stand how it uglified this piece of art. The Ringke case is a good compromise (got a few minor scratches on the case - which would of been on the phone if not for the case).

Screw that the phone feels good but its damn slippery.

Yes every time I take my phone off my case it feels soooooo sexy and I always think about running nekkid but then the nicks and dings sets in my head hahahah
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus

LocoTSX said:
I know what you mean. So sexy naked but I just can't afford to rock it that way. I have the incipio dual case and I love it. Very slim. The one thing I do not like about the case is all of the lint it contracts on a daily basis.
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I use this method. Works very well.

I am reading this using tapatalk and I have no idea what phone you guys are talking about. Would it really hurt if you put the name of the phone in the title or in your first post?

FinancialWar said:
I am reading this using tapatalk and I have no idea what phone you guys are talking about. Would it really hurt if you put the name of the phone in the title or in your first post?
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LOOOOOL. Even if you are using tapatalk you should know where are you we talk about Galaxy Nexus

Let there be bumpers

Anyone know if there is a chance of getting bumpers made for the One? This phone looks too good to cover up but it would be nice to have minimal protection.

rank78 said:
Anyone know if there is a chance of getting bumpers made for the One? This phone looks too good to cover up but it would be nice to have minimal protection.
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I would expect to see the Poetic Borderline from Poetic. They had it for the N4.

Wow those are new to me, very slick.

The poetic borderline and atmosphere cases are under $10 on Amazon
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surely those will look stupid with the phone's curved back?? :s

The borderline case looks a bit "stupid," especially on the top and bottom. The atmosphere in the other hand, actually looks really good. So good, I already ordered one.
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eg1122 said:
The borderline case looks a bit "stupid," especially on the top and bottom. The atmosphere in the other hand, actually looks really good. So good, I already ordered one.
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hmm thats certainly a much more attractive option.
is the back just clear plastic though? why is the upper right one larger, there's a microphone there isnt there?
the only things that put me off getting a case is that a) the device gets bigger and b) it no longer fits into docks etc.

Case is completely clear except for the sides. And great the hole on the top right is bigger because if the Mic. As far as adding bulk, the case not as thick as you might think. I've seen these cases on the iPhone and it looks really good. I like the fact that its clear and the look of the phone is retained. Personally I just use a case when I'm not home or at work.
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eg1122 said:
Case is completely clear except for the sides. And great the hole on the top right is bigger because if the Mic. As far as adding bulk, the case not as thick as you might think. I've seen these cases on the iPhone and it looks really good. I like the fact that its clear and the look of the phone is retained. Personally I just use a case when I'm not home or at work.
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I hate cases but have to them for work only a bumper case might be cool tho.. nice to see your getting one EG
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If you were to accidentally drop the phone while it had one of those Poetic Borderline cases on it, and it landed flat on its back, would the first thing to hit the floor be part of the bumper or part of the phone?

Shasarak said:
If you were to accidentally drop the phone while it had one of those Poetic Borderline cases on it, and it landed flat on its back, would the first thing to hit the floor be part of the bumper or part of the phone?
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Of course bumper, check the design you'll see it clearly.
Bumper cases are nice but HTC's own flip case will look classy.

Dharkan said:
Of course bumper, check the design you'll see it clearly.
Bumper cases are nice but HTC's own flip case will look classy.
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dont be so sure about the flip case
first impressions from those who have them are bad - shame really as I am getting one for free and the stand aspect is really nice.
ill be going with my usual very low profile case w/ screen protector combo and then after maybe 6 months take the case off!

djbenny1 said:
dont be so sure about the flip case
first impressions from those who have them are bad - shame really as I am getting one for free and the stand aspect is really nice.
ill be going with my usual very low profile case w/ screen protector combo and then after maybe 6 months take the case off!
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The flip case will serve a purpose but I wouldn't have it for everyday use, its basically thick card with microfibre lining.

I've posted a few pics of the HTC Flip case
Check out my post. It's #849 http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2187323&page=85

Dharkan said:
Of course bumper, check the design you'll see it clearly.
Bumper cases are nice but HTC's own flip case will look classy.
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It's anything but clear in the photos that I've seen. On most phones bumpers certainly will protect the phone if it's dropped on its back, but most phones don't have anywhere near as much curvature on the back of the case as the One has - a bumper would have to stick out a long way at the edge in order to protect the middle.

Poetic Affinity Case Review

Got my Poetic Affinity Case in today and figured I'd write a quick review. These poetic cases are very similar to UAG in looks and design but for 1/3 of the price. They are single peice hard poly carbonate and very ridged. Overall a nice design with a clear back to show off the beauty of your aluminum backed phone, offer a nice lip around screen for medium drop protection. My only issue is that the buttons are a little stiff but I suspect they will break in over time. I'm satisfied with my purchase and feel like it was a really good deal at around $10. It plays well with my spigen crystal screen protector and offers a good grip and feel in hand. If you guys have any questions feel free to ask. Sorry for the quality of the pics all I has was an s3 to take them.

how is the grip on it?
I had the Spigen Bumper Premium and it was still too slick for me..
Right now i have this case.. Zizo armor.. Super grippy.. but had to modify the power opening.. plus it squares off the phone and doesn't really show the HTC Beauty..

i got a Poetic Affinity case, it's a PIA to take it off if you want to, after the second time i took it off never put it on again, using Orzly FlexiCase now

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i got a Poetic Affinity case, it's a PIA to take it off if you want to,
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so other than it was hard to get off.. did you like the case? grip? feel? look?

Jaws4God said:
so other than it was hard to get off.. did you like the case? grip? feel? look?
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in all honesty the case looks and feels good, great grip, my 2 issues with it was the taking it off because its harder "plastic", and the other issue was that the case doesn't exactly fit on top of the back of the phone, so it gets a lot of dust under there and you're gonna want to clean it.
If you can manage to take it off better than i could i would recommend the case, makes the phone a lite more bulkier but shouldn't be a problem, it wasn't for me.
I just got the Spigen rugged armor today, it's really great too, using it now!
IMO:
Poetic: good protection and good looks, still showing off your metal
Spigen Armor: good protection and good looks, no metal show off
Orzly crystal: not as good protection (thinner) but still good, and very transparent
Sorry for mentioning other cases on this thread but those are the 3 i got and i can give my opinion on

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in all honesty the case looks and feels good, great grip, my 2 issues with it was the taking it off because its harder "plastic", and the other issue was that the case doesn't exactly fit on top of the back of the phone, so it gets a lot of dust under there and you're gonna want to clean it.
If you can manage to take it off better than i could i would recommend the case, makes the phone a lite more bulkier but shouldn't be a problem, it wasn't for me.
I just got the Spigen rugged armor today, it's really great too, using it now!
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Poetic: good protection and good looks, still showing off your metal
Spigen Armor: good protection and good looks, no metal show off [emoji14]
Orzly crystal: not as good protection (thinner) but still good, and very transparent
Sorry for mentioning other cases on this thread but those are the 3 i got and i can give my opinion on
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no problem. i already ordered the poetic. looks like it should arrive monday.. just hoping its a great case for me.. im very picky lol
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well my case came today...
First Impressions:
Good:
1. Case feels premium.
2. Phone has great grip and texture.
3. Cutout for charger seems to be large enough for all my chargers, but will test more later.
4. Clear plastic is thick and doesn't have any tinting.
5. Cutouts for camera and speakers and mics seem perfect.
6. Buttons work great and have grip on them.
Bad:
1. Headphone cutout is small, should work for standard headphone plugs, but for a computer speaker plug in, it will not fit.. i may need to modify.
It will be interesting to see how the case does after a few days of testing... hopefully it will hold up as I really like the style and feel.
Thank you.

Shadows?
Came across this case the other day in my internet travels looking for something similar to my Supcase Unicorn Beetle Hybrid for my M8. The only case SC has for the 10 looks like a gawd damn brick. Ok for some, just not me. So, my question is, can anyone please confirm whether photos taken in this case cause any kind of blur, or shadow, from the cut out. I'm not talking about the known issues with lens flare here too, just to clarify. I've never owned a clear case but have heard of some that do cause a shadow (I am assuming a reflection from flash off the clear cut out).
Cheers.

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Came across this case the other day in my internet travels looking for something similar to my Supcase Unicorn Beetle Hybrid for my M8. The only case SC has for the 10 looks like a gawd damn brick. Ok for some, just not me. So, my question is, can anyone please confirm whether photos taken in this case cause any kind of blur, or shadow, from the cut out. I'm not talking about the known issues with lens flare here too, just to clarify. I've never owned a clear case but have heard of some that do cause a shadow (I am assuming a reflection from flash off the clear cut out).
Cheers.
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since they are completely cut out, should not have any interference.
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Jaws4God said:
since they are completely cut out, should not have any interference.
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Ok. So, photos all good then?

Sc0ttyP said:
Ok. So, photos all good then?
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yep, should be no issues..
see attached picture. cutout is d
clearly around camera, flash and Laser focus..
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Rightyo, and still thumbs up on the case?

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Rightyo, and still thumbs up on the case?
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only complaint after 1 day use was the headphone plug too small for the larger plugs.. like for computer speakers.. so i used a round file and widened it..
so now its perfect.. great grip. love how it shows off the phone.. slim and shaped like phone.
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Jaws4God said:
only complaint after 1 day use was the headphone plug too small for the larger plugs ... slim and shaped like phone.
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That's exactly what i'm looking for. Thanks for the replies J4G, and the review.

Hey man, I was just about to purchase from Amazon, thought i'd read through some of the reviews and some people are advising where the camera cut out is, the case sits up off the phone a little (i.e. not flush with phone), allowing debris in through the cut out. Looks flush from your last pic. Is this true?? I really don't mean to sound pedantic want to make sure I'm happy with case before I pull the trigger cause there's none to be found in Oz and I don't want to have screw around with returns.

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Hey man, I was just about to purchase from Amazon, thought i'd read through some of the reviews and some people are advising where the camera cut out is, the case sits up off the phone a little (i.e. not flush with phone), allowing debris in through the cut out. Looks flush from your last pic. Is this true?? I really don't mean to sound pedantic want to make sure I'm happy with case before I pull the trigger cause there's none to be found in Oz and I don't want to have screw around with returns.
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from what i can see, that does appear true... I haven't seen much dust and debris get in there.. however i have only had it on a few days. :silly:
I will say that a lot of people said they are a pain to get off.. however I can attest that mine is like any other case.. it does hold on well, but just peel back a corner and then work on another corner, it pops right out.. so should be easy to clean..

Dropping the phone

I just ordered my Phone from gearbest. SHould arrive somewhere next week.
I watched the verge hands-on video and one of their phones cracked after a single drop, not very high even. Is the ceramic back that shatterprone? It kinda scares me. I really dislike covers, hardly ever use them. I do drop my phone sometimes, but so far I have never cracked a screen in 10y of smartphone use. I wonder if I'll have to invest in a cover for this phone or not.

my mix 2 arrived 2 days ago, and i must say that it is REALLY slippery, althought i won't be using any covers ( i hate them ) i'll just be extra careful when holding it...as far as cracks are concerned, i just think it depends on the drop dynamic

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I just ordered my Phone from gearbest. SHould arrive somewhere next week.
I watched the verge hands-on video and one of their phones cracked after a single drop, not very high even. Is the ceramic back that shatterprone? It kinda scares me. I really dislike covers, hardly ever use them. I do drop my phone sometimes, but so far I have never cracked a screen in 10y of smartphone use. I wonder if I'll have to invest in a cover for this phone or not.
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You need a case. Durability of phones seems to be on the decline as screens keep getting more bezel-less plus manufacturers know that most people throw their phone in a case as soon as they get it.

Hopefully replacement backs are available soon, just in case something happens.
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kcc1982 said:
You need a case. Durability of phones seems to be on the decline as screens keep getting more bezel-less plus manufacturers know that most people throw their phone in a case as soon as they get it.
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Yeah, but I hate cases. Buying a beautiful phone, with great design and super thin, just to put it in a fat, thick and ugly case
I guess I'll try the included case for a while. Although it's probably not very good at protecting?

Firipu said:
Yeah, but I hate cases. Buying a beautiful phone, with great design and super thin, just to put it in a fat, thick and ugly case
I guess I'll try the included case for a while. Although it's probably not very good at protecting?
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Clear silicon soft cases are my solution. Relatively thin and at least offer some protection whilst still showing the phone itself. I generally order two or three different types because of fit and quality but always get a Nillkin if available.

Firipu said:
Yeah, but I hate cases. Buying a beautiful phone, with great design and super thin, just to put it in a fat, thick and ugly case
I guess I'll try the included case for a while. Although it's probably not very good at protecting?
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I have always felt the same way. I appreciate good build quality and hate covering it (which even scratches backs most of the time). That being said, I am not taking any risks with this phone because while it may be the most beautiful phone I've ever owned, damaging it would be that much more painful. It's also much harder to get and fix than the Galaxies I used to not mind fixing or even replacing. The case it comes with is also very thin and pretty nice for making the camera flush. I might pop it out while I'm at work or something though.

I ended up getting a clear matte skin for the back. Adds grip and reduces fingerprints.
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I dropped mine on asphalt. It landed on a corner butter side down. Came away with nary a scratch on the aluminum frame and no scratches on the screen. I still go naked lol.

sbeaber4 said:
I dropped mine on asphalt. It landed on a corner butter side down. Came away with nary a scratch on the aluminum frame and no scratches on the screen. I still go naked lol.
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Me too going naked. I put on the case right out of the box bit it feels way too ****ty.

Ulver said:
I ended up getting a clear matte skin for the back. Adds grip and reduces fingerprints.
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Where did you get the skin from? Also any pics?

razorgamez said:
Where did you get the skin from? Also any pics?
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Mobile outfitters. It was pricey, but overall happy with it.
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Can you post a few pics? Also does it cover the sides or only the back/front?
And did you get the clear one?