Here's my review of the genuine flip shell
Couldn't you have put the fag out before you done the review lol
Caz42 said:
Couldn't you have put the fag out before you done the review lol
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lol sorry, i'm not very good at this, it's my second review ever. i'm going to check out how to delete that bit in youtube if i can.
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Here's my review of the genuine flip shell
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Good review. I got a blue one myself. I retrospect, I should have gotten a white or a black one instead.
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zener773 said:
Good review. I got a blue one myself. I retrospect, I should have gotten a white or a black one instead.
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Yeah, i would never get the white one though. Thing is i was thinking the other day that maybe i shouldve gone for the blue one. Reason? Blue would stand out more if you leave it on the settee and people would not accidentally sit on it. I wish someone did a case for motorola in like all metal or aluminium.
I bought this one yesterday shmotog as I really wanted the sleep/wake function but don't think the Motorola one would protect the phone if dropped whereas I know this one would as the same case protected my previous Samsung numerous times.......even being dropped on bathroom tiles!! Got it in that lovely sky blue colour which I love
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/360824793699?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
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I bought this one yesterday shmotog as I really wanted the sleep/wake function but don't think the Motorola one would protect the phone if dropped whereas I know this one would as the same case protected my previous Samsung numerous times.......even being dropped on bathroom tiles!! Got it in that lovely sky blue colour which I love
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/360824793699?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
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that's really nice but the thing is, did you see in my video how i show the case i bought prior to the genuine one? it's exactly the one you've got. does the sleep wake work with yours? you said you bought it yesterday, if you bought it from ebay i guess you wouldnt have got it by now but if you have, could you confirm if it does indeed turn the screen on and off? the thing is even if the flap on the one that i had (which is what you bought) moved, the magnet didnt touch the magnet on the screen. hope it works out for you oh and those credit card slots, dont put your credit card in it, ive heard the magnet is not good for the cards. anyway like i said in the vid the magnetic flap didnt work which is one of the reasons why i went for the genuine one.
you're probably right about yours being more protective especially as yours has that hinge to close the flap. but i wont discount my case for that either as the magnet makes the case stick to the screen so it really gives the same result so i would say yours would protect the sides much more than this genuine case.
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that's really nice but the thing is, did you see in my video how i show the case i bought prior to the genuine one? it's exactly the one you've got. does the sleep wake work with yours? you said you bought it yesterday, if you bought it from ebay i guess you wouldnt have got it by now but if you have, could you confirm if it does indeed turn the screen on and off? the thing is even if the flap on the one that i had (which is what you bought) moved, the magnet didnt touch the magnet on the screen. hope it works out for you oh and those credit card slots, dont put your credit card in it, ive heard the magnet is not good for the cards. anyway like i said in the vid the magnetic flap didnt work which is one of the reasons why i went for the genuine one.
you're probably right about yours being more protective especially as yours has that hinge to close the flap. but i wont discount my case for that either as the magnet makes the case stick to the screen so it really gives the same result so i would say yours would protect the sides much more than this genuine case.
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I was dubious too shmotog so I emailed the seller first about the sleep/wake function and he says it definately works :good:
I also read the reviews for the case on Amazon (see link below) just to be sure, see link to Amazon below where folks confirm that it does indeed sleep/wake the phone There is also a You tube video for you to watch which I've linked to below also.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Orzly-Multi...92208126&sr=1-2-catcorr&keywords=orzly+moto+g
You tube video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U9htmEUG7mo
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I bought this one yesterday shmotog as I really wanted the sleep/wake function but don't think the Motorola one would protect the phone if dropped whereas I know this one would as the same case protected my previous Samsung numerous times.......even being dropped on bathroom tiles!! Got it in that lovely sky blue colour which I love
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/360824793699?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
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I was dubious too shmotog so I emailed the seller first about the sleep/wake function and he says it definately works :good:
I also read the reviews for the case on Amazon (see link below) just to be sure, see link to Amazon below where folks confirm that it does indeed sleep/wake the phone There is also a You tube video for you to watch which I've linked to below also.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Orzly-Multi...92208126&sr=1-2-catcorr&keywords=orzly+moto+g
You tube video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U9htmEUG7mo
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that's cool cause i think one you getting turns into a stand as well cause the one i got earlier was exactly same as yours but didnt have that cut out at the back which turns it into a stand. so even though my old one and the one you getting look exactly same but i guess one you gettin is better made. :good:
Shmotog, As promised I've just popped back to confirm that I got my new case this morning and the sleep/wake function works perfectly :good:
It's great not having to press that flaming button on the side anymore !
Really pleased with it, good quality, great protection for the phone and most of all I've got my favourite sky blue colour back
Tempted to get one but i hear they feck up your gps ?
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Tempted to get one but i hear they feck up your gps ?
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it's true , i have to return it
The magnet is too strong and interferes with the compass
michaelopolis said:
Tempted to get one but i hear they feck up your gps ?
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Compass. Not GPS.
oasoas014 said:
it's true , i have to return it
The magnet is too strong and interferes with the compass
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Solution: http://www.antelife.com/waterproof-pouch-case-string-bag-with-compass-for-mobile-phone.html
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I can confirm that the flip case did not protect my phone when it fell out of my pocket! The magnet was not strong enough to keep the flip closed as it fell. The result was a smashed screen with small pieces of glass everywhere.
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I can confirm that the flip case did not protect my phone when it fell out of my pocket! The magnet was not strong enough to keep the flip closed as it fell. The result was a smashed screen with small pieces of glass everywhere.
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sorry to hear that mate. seems like it fell on concrete or something. yeah a leather one wouldve given more protection in such a case. someone i know still uses nokia 3310 for this reason!
Looking at the poll, it appears no one seems to like the lime (yellow) coloured case. Had there been an aluminium or metal case I think it would have gone down real well, what do you guys think?
I just received the Moto G Flip Shell (Turquoise) from Amazon UK today. I love it, no regrets even if i paid higher shipping cost to UAE.
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I just received the Moto G Flip Shell (Turquoise) from Amazon UK today. I love it, no regrets even if i paid higher shipping cost to UAE.
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Good review and I want the red one.
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Just wondering if anyone bought one of the Case-Mate Barely There cases and what's their opinion about them. I ordered a black one yesterday and should receive it sometime this week.
This message EVOlved from my EVO!
looks great, wish they had it in white!
I like it a lot. Protects the camera. Makes it aa little difficult to pull out the kickstand. Great case though.
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looks great, wish they had it in white!
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Same here...I would prefer a white one over the black one as well. But oh well....can't have everything in life....lok
This message EVOlved from my EVO!
since i was seeking a similar solution in white,
i just picked this one up here:
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ill post my thoughts when i get it in, i like it because it looks Slim, its hard plastic, its rubberized.
doesnt look like it has great camera protection
The case is fine for what it is, my friend didn't even notice I had a case on my phone.
I just got my Case-Mate today. Its freakin awesome. When it claims to be barely noticeable - its right. It feels like I'm holding my naked Evo in my hand !
The only downside per say is that its a little more difficult to press the power and the vol up and down due to the design. But its really just a case of me getting used to it. ( pun intended ) I came from an Amzer case that pretty much covered the Evo back including the power and vol buttons.
Overall, this is by far the best case out there IMO and I would love to get my mits on a white one!
Very sturdy, well designed, barely noticeable, highly recommended !
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I just got my Case-Mate today. Its freakin awesome. When it claims to be barely noticeable - its right. It feels like I'm holding my naked Evo in my hand !
The only downside per say is that its a little more difficult to press the power and the vol up and down due to the design. But its really just a case of me getting used to it. ( pun intended ) I came from an Amzer case that pretty much covered the Evo back including the power and vol buttons.
Overall, this is by far the best case out there IMO and I would love to get my mits on a white one!
Very sturdy, well designed, barely noticeable, highly recommended !
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Is it any thinner than many of the ebay hard back shell cases?
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Is it any thinner than many of the ebay hard back shell cases?
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Absolutely !
Drop it and your done...
you're right..
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Drop it and your done...
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lol you're right. depending on how it lands. but i don't use the case for protection from dropping. just about every case breaks when dropped. i just use it to sit the phone on so i don't get scratches and to protect the camera.
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lol you're right. depending on how it lands. but i don't use the case for protection from dropping. just about every case breaks when dropped. i just use it to sit the phone on so i don't get scratches and to protect the camera.
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The case I got from Sprint seems great and I've dropped it twice... once getting out of the truck, forgot it was on my lap, lol.
Other time, opening the door, so both about 3-4 feet.
Been rocking my case for about a month and I love it. Sometime I forget I have a case on it.
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doesnt look like it has great camera protection
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If your referring to the pic of the white case above your post, that's not the case-mate case.
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If your referring to the pic of the white case above your post, that's not the case-mate case.
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Yeah that white case is definitely not the case-mate case. I actually bought one of those white cases off of ebay about two or three weeks ago. Its an ok case but what I noticed about the case is the small amount of table lay that it has is slightly uneven.
This message EVOlved from my EVO!
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Yeah that white case is definitely not the case-mate case. I actually bought one of those white cases off of ebay about two or three weeks ago. Its an ok case but what I noticed about the case is the small amount of table lay that it has is slightly uneven.
This message EVOlved from my EVO!
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Please compare the two when you get it in! i really want the case mate, a name i can trust also helps.. i just want white but if i have to get black so be it.
also the white one you ordered is it the same one i posted? there seems to be a few variants of similar cases.
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Please compare the two when you get it in! i really want the case mate, a name i can trust also helps.. i just want white but if i have to get black so be it.
also the white one you ordered is it the same one i posted? there seems to be a few variants of similar cases.
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No probelm...consider it done. As soon as the case-mate case arrives, i'll do a review of it. Hopefully the casemate arrives today but if not, I should have tomorrow for sure.
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I like it a lot. Protects the camera. Makes it aa little difficult to pull out the kickstand.
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Press it out. Use your fingernail at the hinge end, starts it right out.
I finally received my case-mate barely there case today. I have to say that I like it. i like it better than the white case pictured that I got off of ebay. Anyways first off, the camera is well protected if you lay the phone on it's back side. As far as the front of the phone and table lay...there is none. The phone sits right on it's screen. But that's why you have to get a screen shield .
The kickstand is really hard to get to get to. It's like it's embedded in there or something. But it's cool. The feel of the case is smooth also. There's no texture to the case to provide any type of grip so you have to be a little careful. If you're prone to dropping your phone then this case may not be for you. On the other hand, it's fits perfect in my pocket with minimum to no bulging. The buttons are easily accessible.
All in all...I like it. It's well wroth the money.
Oh...an it also came with 2 screen protectors and a wipe cloth
One of my pet peeves about EVO cases is that the darned screen is always at the mercy of whatever else happens to be jingling in your pocket (even if you have a screen protector which can itself become scratched).
Also, I have to carry a wallet AND my EVO. What if I could find a nice leather case I could carry in my pocket that had a cover like a book to protect the screen and also have room for my driver's license and a credit card or two - in other words, a wallet replacement.
Last benefit of having a "book" type case - when outside in direct sunlight, you can open the case so that the cover blocks out direct glare.
Anyway, I just bought this:
BoxWave Designio Leather HTC EVO Case (Horizontal Flip Cover)
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000I8J7RG/ref=ox_ya_os_product
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... on Amazon for $30 USD. One commenter griped about it, but based upon the pics, I don't see the basis for his complaints.
Will post an edit to this once I receive it and have tried it out.
P.S., I always use a bluetooth headset so holding it to my ear to talk is not an issue. However, it appears the cover would be sturdy enough to be folded back if you wish to speak with the phone to your ear. On the other hand, since the EVO mic is on the bottom of the phone, you could easily converse with the case closed. How muffled the sound from the earpiece would be is at this point unknown. Granted, a better design here would have had a cutout for the earpiece.
I have one very similiar to that and love it!! I dont use it often at all, but it will be great for when I do want to carry it
I'm thinking maybe I can carry an extra battery in that pouch. Will have to wait and see.
For your "pet peeve", all you gotta do is get invisible shield. Never will scratch your screen again.
Had something similar for my old mt3g. The leather around the screen hindered usage and tore easily when I tried to reshape it. Good luck.
Here is an easy fix for your problems:
Jingly stuff goes in the front left pocket.
EVO goes in your front right pocket.
Wallet goes in your rear right pocket.
I have been using this method for a while and it really works.
Thanks for the feedback guys.
Regarding "invisible shield", I hate the tacky feeling when you drag your finger across it. Yeah it's tough as nails, but unpleasant to use. Apparently, the shields with the smoother surfaces scratch easier.
Regarding the fellow who had a similar product. Well, all I can say is that your product was "similar" but not "this" product. In other words, Porsches and Fords are both cars but I'll take the Porsche
Either way, this is all wishful thinking on my part as I have not received the product yet. In the pictures anyway, it looks exactly like what I was hoping for. In that light, I pretty much had to buy it as it would have bugged me senseless if I hadn't tried.
** P.S., One of the main features I am looking forward to in this is the ability to used to top cover as a "sun visor" when I am trying to read my email when outside. If that works, any other little hassles are worth it.
One other benefit of this "wallet" type of case: when wearing my suit, I would carry this in my top right coat packet as I would a wallet. When I carry my phone in this manner, If I were to bend over to pick something up off the floor, the phone could easily slide out and fall. With this, the phone will stick better in my pocket.
sdc177 said:
Had something similar for my old mt3g. The leather around the screen hindered usage and tore easily when I tried to reshape it. Good luck.
Here is an easy fix for your problems:
Jingly stuff goes in the front left pocket.
EVO goes in your front right pocket.
Wallet goes in your rear right pocket.
I have been using this method for a while and it really works.
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I had something similar to this from Ebay, but it was a flip style leather case. The problem I had with it was when someone called, the cutout for the sensor that turns the screen off when up to your face was always covered because the leather around it was just to far away and made the phone stay black unless you pushed it out a little and it got some light on it.
I tried to modify the case but when I cut the leather around the sensor it was to flimsy and just made things worse. Just something to keep in mind with those kind of cases, but since you said you will be using your earpiece I don't foresee many problems.
I just ordered this one, I think it's the nicest looking leather case for the EVO, really digging the contoured back.
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I just ordered this one, I think it's the nicest looking leather case for the EVO, really digging the contoured back.
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I want that case!!!?! gimmie, gimmie please.
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I just ordered this one, I think it's the nicest looking leather case for the EVO, really digging the contoured back.
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Both cases r pretty cool. But I need the speaker to stand out as I like to talk to ppl via speaker fone for the most part. Where can I find that 2nd leather one at?
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locknes101 said:
Where can I find that 2nd leather one at?
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BAM!
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i think its the same case, front and back
locknes101 said:
Both cases r pretty cool. But I need the speaker to stand out as I like to talk to ppl via speaker fone for the most part. Where can I find that 2nd leather one at?
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Yeah it's the same case. I ordered it from here. $28 with free shipping.
So now you're combining your phone (which is already huge), a case, and the entire contents of your wallet into one thing? And then shoving that fruit cake in one of your front pockets? Sounds pretty bulky. I prefer my wallet to be in my back pocket and I'm definitely not sitting on my phone haha
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So now you're combining your phone (which is already huge), a case, and the entire contents of your wallet into one thing? And then shoving that fruit cake in one of your front pockets? Sounds pretty bulky. I prefer my wallet to be in my back pocket and I'm definitely not sitting on my phone haha
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That's my biggest problem.. tend to put it in my back right pocket. It's how I cracked the screen on my palm treo 755p. =\ all good but yea its something I gotta get over. That n keys in the same pocket.
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Lol, I am the only person in this entire forum that wears a suit to work every day?
Anyway, yeah that Melkco case looks sweet. I wonder though if after a while as the leather wears in and softens if it will not become loose and no longer hook properly at the top? These hinges on the bottom look like they might stretch out to me:
I'm gonna check out the one I ordered. If I don't like it I think I may order this one.
P.S., I HATE ordering online from a company who has a website that looks like it was created 15 years ago. This is why it is such a drag that NO LOCAL STORES ever carry these cool specialty items.
Thanks for the heads up, looks sweet.
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I just ordered this one, I think it's the nicest looking leather case for the EVO, really digging the contoured back.
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Please come back and tell us how you like it once you have received it - and damn you for giving me buyer's remorse!
Here's what pisses me off:
How come iPhone always gets the coolest stuff?
I would LOVE a case like that for my EVO - grrrrr.
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Please come back and tell us how you like it once you have received it - and damn you for giving me buyer's remorse!
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I will. I just got the shipping notice today and it's coming from hong kong (couldn't find any american sellers) so it should be here in 1-2 weeks I would think. I was drooling over this thing a while back, and it was actually this thread that brought it back to mind and made me buy it. Of all the leather cases I've seen, I think this one looks the nicest- we'll see if it actually is once it gets here.
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How come iPhone always gets the coolest stuff?
I would LOVE a case like that for my EVO - grrrrr.
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No ****, thats a pretty cool case..
I wanted to share my experience and a review of a fake Spigen Neo Hybrid case I bought not too long ago. I got the idea from a few people who suggested getting the fake case now that the authentic has been discontinued so if you're still looking for this style and want to know what the price, quantity and shipping times are like keep reading.
The design of the case is obviously its main attraction and I have to give Spigen props for taking design cues from the handset itself and making it smooth, modern and overall aesthetically pleasing. The case itself is composed of a TPU shell with a polycarbonate color band that is interchangeable if you purchase more than one case.
I ordered a total of 3 cases and didn't see any visible manufacturing defects. At one point in the video above I point out that the band bows out a bit near the volume rocker but after closer inspection I noticed the band wasn't sitting flush with the TPU cutout and the problem remedied itself after I pressed it in properly.
I've done some intense gaming as well as normal charging to the phone and haven't noticed any sagging of the TPU on the back. The Volume rocker and Power buttons press in perfectly on all three of my cases which is good to hear considering the manufacturing problems Spigen had with the authentic ones. The quality of the materials used is top notch when compared to other hybrid cases I've used in the past but I can't compare them to the real case because I don't own one.
The case came in a nice packaging and included a decent screen protector but a really crappy microfiber cleaning cloth. I didn't mind to much considering I've got others to fall back on but just wanted to give you a heads up.
I paid $15ish for 3 cases shipped for free from China and they arrived in exactly 12 days even though I placed the order on a Sunday. The merchant included a tracking number and payment was held in escrow until I confirmed the arrival.
If you were as disappointing as I was that Spigen discontinued the Neo Hybrid style case for the Galaxy S3 then you may want to give the fake cases a try. At the dirt cheap price and good build quality it makes for an easy purchase even if you're usually conservative on accessory purchases.
Below some pics I took of the case and packaging.
For the full comprehensive review which includes the link to the merchant (not sure if I could post it here so I didn't) and a ton of other pics please visit CLICK HERE.
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I have one of them replica neo hybrids and the buttons are really difficult to press. Still looks identical too me as the real one. Build quality is great for the price.
Yeah the build quality is great and the price makes you want to buy one even if your not in the market for one.
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just read your review on android unite and I would have jumped on this case were it not for the mispelled engrish =(
Thanks! Finally found me a case.
pyro224 said:
just read your review on android unite and I would have jumped on this case were it not for the mispelled engrish =(
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Yeah it sucks that they made it obviously mispelled but to be honest you can't really notice unless you get up close to it.
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Yeah it sucks that they made it obviously mispelled but to be honest you can't really notice unless you get up close to it.
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is the "made by spigen california" mis spelling visible? or just the 8 MEGA?
i might buy this case anyways because i messaged the seller and he said I could get a grey back with a white bumper - hope he understood that I want to mix and match, but if I get the wrong case at least I have the messages to dispute
Where is this available for 5$?
pyro224 said:
is the "made by spigen california" mis spelling visible? or just the 8 MEGA?
i might buy this case anyways because i messaged the seller and he said I could get a grey back with a white bumper - hope he understood that I want to mix and match, but if I get the wrong case at least I have the messages to dispute
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The words on the color band aren't noticeable unless you're like 6 inches away from it. The grooves aren't deep enough so it doesn't catch much light at all making it hard to see. The MEGR on the other hand is noticeable from about a foot away from your face. The seller seemed really easy to work with. During my chat with him before I placed the order I asked if he could do a blue band with the blue back and he said yes and sure enough you can see it in the video. Didn't look as good as I thought it would in my head but at least he understood what I meant.
My case doesnt have misspelling. On the side trim says Designed by SPIGEN in Califonia
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1slow4G said:
My case doesnt have misspelling. On the side trim says Designed by SPIGEN in Califonia
Sent from my Galaxy S3 using neighbors wifi
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Do you have an authentic case or is it a fake as well? Feel free to share the link if you want, I know a few peeps would maybe prefer they not be mispelled.
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Do you have an authentic case or is it a fake as well? Feel free to share the link if you want, I know a few peeps would maybe prefer they not be mispelled.
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Fake or so i think. The pakage it came in had errors all over. No authenticy card inside and cheap screen protector. But the case looks identical as the oem, or i think it does.
Dont have link anymore. Cant seem to attach anymore pics other than the one on the bottom
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Care to share the link where one can get these for 5 bucks a piece?
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Care to share the link where one can get these for 5 bucks a piece?
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I left the link out of the review since I didn't know if it was appropriate to include it. Better safe than sorry, don't want the thread to get deleted. Check out the in depth review link and you'll find the source at the bottom.
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I left the link out of the review since I didn't know if it was appropriate to include it. Better safe than sorry, don't want the thread to get deleted. Check out the in depth review link and you'll find the source at the bottom.
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Oh, checked it out but totally overlooked it. Found it now though, thanks!
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My case doesnt have misspelling. On the side trim says Designed by SPIGEN in Califonia
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Just noticed i misspelled california on my post lol.
I should receive my fake one tomorrow. Ordered it on ebay from us seller
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Sweet! Thanks for the in-depth review. Gonna buy 3 of these babies and try em out. I really love the blue and lime green, not sure what my third colour should be though. Perhaps white?
I've just buy one in blue version for me.. It's a good fake spigen case But real problem for me is power button.. Very hard to press! Volume buttons are good. What can I do for making it softer?
Just recieved my black/green case. All fits great, my only gripe is that the side dont fit quite snug like im use to seeing. You can see it move when pressing the sides. Its a very thin tpu so dont expect much drop protection lol. Other than that its a great case. Would this case replace my zoogue tpu? Hell no! Would i rock it? Hell yes! Looks great. Bought it on ebay from seller nima22. Overall its a great replica case. Great color variances to choose from. Thinking of ordering black/red and black/white for my white gs3. Sorry only have 1 camera at the moment. Here are some pics of the case itself.
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1slow4G said:
My case doesnt have misspelling. On the side trim says Designed by SPIGEN in Califonia
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thank you sir!
First impressions are positive! It fits the Moto G perfectly and like the official flip shell the back cover is MUCH thicker than stock. It has a nice "grippy" (is that a word?) feel across the back and a soft almost velvet interior against the screen. The flap seems tough enough but doesn't stay completely shut on it's own. There is a small magnet built into the front flap that will turn the screen on but you have to wait 5 seconds with the flap against the screen before it will work. I haven't been able to get it to turn the screen off yet... If anyone else who ordered one has any better luck please share!
The only things that screams "cheap" is the font on the exterior. On the front flap it says "MOTOROLA G" and there is the "M" on the back. The way it is printed looks out of place.
Over all I'm very happy with the $3.25 purchase. I wasn't expecting much and this meets my needs for now. I would like to have an official version but that's $30 I can't currently spend. I will try and keep this thread updated to how long it last. I'm concerned for the hinge of the front flap but time will tell.
UPDATE
I have used the case for about 4 days and it is holding up well. The front cover is starting to close on its own but the magnet isn't strong enough to keep it closed. So far the front flap is holding up well and the velvet like material doesn't gather lint from my pocket. All of the buttons and opening are easy to access. I tried to show it in a pic below but it didn't turn out to well. Trust me though it feels like you have a "stock" shell. I have made calls and closed the cover without issue I could hear and they could hear me. (I wasn't surprised but figured I would mention it) I have finally taken photos but my camera sucks so sorry about the quality... I'm planning on putting a design on the front to cover the text and I'll add a photo of that when finished.
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I found this on ebay and couldn't stop myself from ordering. The official version is 29.99 and this one is 3.25 figured worth a shot. Not sure if this has the magnet built into the cover though which is a major selling point for the official version. I sent a message to the seller but haven't heard back yet. I will update this post with some photos and a review once I get it! It's coming from Hong Kong so it will be about 1-2 weeks...
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They finally responded and said there isn't a magnet in the front cover. There is a bit of language barrier so I'm hoping he thought I meant one that wraps around, time will tell. No updates on shipping Estimated arrival time is late next week.
I have owned this case for just over a month and the strap has started coming apart. Magnet has already been lost too... I hope this case gets here soon!
What...I just ordered some no name chinese brand with a magnet (But doesn't wake/off) a few weeks ago. I wish this would've been available when I ordered mine since mine's more like a hard back case instead of a battery door replacement type flip cover.
Sigh.
I would love to see photos to those who order this though.
No shipping to Italy :/
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Please post an update when you get it, very interested in this.
Yeah keep us updated. These battery door replacement covers are pretty popular and I would love to see one.
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I found some magnetic stickers on amazon for $3.25, maybe you could put one of these on the flip shell and have it work like the official one.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005HY9QWW/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?qid=1395519518&sr=8-7&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70
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Kudos! Just ordered two.
Nice mini follow up, sounds like a good case. How about some photos? Lol
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Has someone already bought this flip case? It looks great, but I'm not sure if it's just a cover to put over the original back cover or remplace it totally like the Motorola Flip Shell.
Sorry i haven't read the update of the first post... :silly:
Where are the fonts "Motorola G" placed? I can't see it in the pics.
Should be possible painting it with a spray paint to cover those fonts?
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Has someone already bought this flip case? It looks great, but I'm not sure if it's just a cover to put over the original back cover or remplace it totally like the Motorola Flip Shell.
Sorry i haven't read the update of the first post... :silly:
Where are the fonts "Motorola G" placed? I can't see it in the pics.
Should be possible painting it with a spray paint to cover those fonts?
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The pics they have don't show any text on the case. As I mentioned in my update I'm planning on putting a design over the front cover. Don't think I'll do spray paint but a sharpie marker would do the trick. I'll share my results.
Wait, so there is a magnet on the front of the case? And it sort of does work?
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Wait, so there is a magnet on the front of the case? And it sort of does work?
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As odd as that sounds, yes. I run C-Rom and it works to turn the screen on (sometimes). I tried running CM11 but the screen won't turn on or off and I did try xposed framework.
I ordered the Nillkin flip case. Will report on it when it arrives.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nillkin-Fre...Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&var=&hash=item35d078d254
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I ordered the Nillkin flip case. Will report on it when it arrives.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nillkin-Fre...Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&var=&hash=item35d078d254
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Having a big ol' hole in the cover just seems to defeat the whole purpose of having a flip cover IMHO...
i've found this one in a brazilian shop
http://loja.novidi.com.br/loja/produto-11-12308-capa_flip_cover_i_e_para_motorola_moto_g_cor_preta
anyone knows how we can found it on ebay.. amazom.. aliexpress.. etc... ?
Mine came in. I have also used the official shell (My mom got one)
For $3.25, I'm happy, but the official Moto shell this ain't. There are NO magnets in the cover; the case flops around when closed and the screen will only turn on if I leave Gravity Screen running. The printing (MOTOROLA G on front and the M on the back) looks like it was printed on a dot matrix printer.
If you want to get a cheap case, or try a flip shell, this is fine. But you'll probably still want the official case.
Awesome! Just need to wait a little more for cheap grip shell!
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i've found this one in a brazilian shop
http://loja.novidi.com.br/loja/produto-11-12308-capa_flip_cover_i_e_para_motorola_moto_g_cor_preta
anyone knows how we can found it on ebay.. amazom.. aliexpress.. etc... ?
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Looks good but.. How the hell do they make the mistake of covering the notification led?
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Mine came in. I have also used the official shell (My mom got one)
For $3.25, I'm happy, but the official Moto shell this ain't. There are NO magnets in the cover; the case flops around when closed and the screen will only turn on if I leave Gravity Screen running. The printing (MOTOROLA G on front and the M on the back) looks like it was printed on a dot matrix printer.
If you want to get a cheap case, or try a flip shell, this is fine. But you'll probably still want the official case.
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I agree completely on the dot matrix that is a much better description. I didn't think there were magnets but I couldn't explain the screen on sometimes. Didn't know about the Gravity Screen but makes sense. I do like this one for only $3.25 but I still REALLY want one of the officials.
What color of this and the official do you have?
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I ordered the Nillkin flip case. Will report on it when it arrives.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Nillkin-Fre...Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&var=&hash=item35d078d254
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The cover arrived quite quickly from China (10 days after ordering).
First impression is that it doesn't give me a premium feel like the Nillkin hardcase cover does. Also this case is a bit thicker and it doesn't have tiny dots on the back to increase the grip feel.
The flipcover with its automatic function is working properly, which means that it wakes the phone when opening and puts it to sleep when closing. There is also a screen built into the flipcover, but it serves no fuction at all. When the cover gets closed, the screen is dark. When you receive a call, the screen doesn't lit on. When receiving a call and opening the cover, it doesn't answer automatically either.
I will stick to the hardcase from Nillkin and this one goes to my gf.
Gel case - just popped up on Amazon - http://www.amazon.com/Xperia-Compac...615&sr=8-32&keywords="xperia+z3+compact"+case
Nillkin case (I generally love the textured feel of Nillkin) - http://www.amazon.com/IVSO-Compact-...718&sr=8-36&keywords="xperia+z3+compact"+case
Would be nice if possible to note if any cases listed here fit the Sony dock DK48 ok.
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Would be nice if possible to note if any cases listed here fit the Sony dock DK48 ok.
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Case-Mate has a tough case available soon that seems to compatible with the dock. Only downside is they didn't cover the charging-flap. Wich make it look weird and a lot of the side unprotected.
https://www.knaldeals.com/producten...te-tough-sony-xperia-z3-compact-black-1036225
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I made a request if there will be other docking-acceptable models and another tough-model that covers the flaps.
That would be ok if the uncovered flap bit, matched the bottom half, the magnetic charging is definitely accessible.
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The official Sony smart window view case will work with the dock when the front of the case is folded to the back. This is what I intend to buy.
Just received a batch of these (10 for $16) from a seller on aliexpress. They're from the same factory as the 'terrapin' cases made for the Z1C.
Very light plastic with rubber finish and holes in all the right places This was my fave case for the Z1C so glad they're making them for our new baby. Gonna keep a couple and the rest are going on fleabay :good:
Now I just need a phone to put inside it
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The official Sony smart window view case will work with the dock when the front of the case is folded to the back. This is what I intend to buy.
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From the pictures I've seen of the smart window covers, they have a cut out for the magnetic charging, you won't even need to fold it open to charge it in the dock.
I've managed to only find one video yet of the thing in action including, how you attach it. Sadly it's in Italian but you get the gist from the video.
It looks like the inside of the cover that attaches to the back of the phone is some sort of sticky? plastic that attaches to the glass back, rather than the usual plastic type tray that clips on, this does make it more form fitting, I don't know how secure or long lived it would be though. Take a look and see for yourself. (This is for the Z3 but the Z3c also has a version which will be the same, just smaller)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8jGEZMX43G0
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Case-Mate has a tough case available soon that seems to compatible with the dock. Only downside is they didn't cover the charging-flap. Wich make it look weird and a lot of the side unprotected.
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That's annoying. They've gone from one extreme to the other. I suspect a lot of people with the CM Tough for the Z1C, like myself, ended up cutting a gap for the magnetic charger.
TBH that's the only port I really need access to. I very rarely connect the device by USB and the SD and SIM both go in the phone when I get it and come out when I sell it.
Here's hoping for some well designed tough cases.
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From the pictures I've seen of the smart window covers, they have a cut out for the magnetic charging, you won't even need to fold it open to charge it in the dock.
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Yes, that makes more sense. I was going by the description given here - http://www.clove.co.uk/sony-xperia-z3-compact-scr26-style-up-cover
But now I've seen a description of the charger dock and it says the pins are compatible with our without a case, and the window case seems to be very thin material anyway.
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Just received a batch of these (10 for $16) from a seller on aliexpress. They're from the same factory as the 'terrapin' cases made for the Z1C.
Very light plastic with rubber finish and holes in all the right places This was my fave case for the Z1C so glad they're making them for our new baby. Gonna keep a couple and the rest are going on fleabay :good:
Now I just need a phone to put inside it
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Have a link to your eBay listing? I wouldn't mind to get one of these. Obviously don't need 10 though.
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Have a link to your eBay listing? I wouldn't mind to get one of these. Obviously don't need 10 though.
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I see you're in the USofA. Considering the postage from my part of the world, you'd be better off ordering straight from here :good:
Anyone know where to get a Crystal case/clear hard case in reasonable time?
why would you guys cover this beauty with some ugly dress?. I like it naked
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why would you guys cover this beauty with some ugly dress?. I like it naked
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When your beauty gets a scratch or breaks don't blame Sony then but yourself..
Case Mate barely there is out:
https://www.gadgetwear.co.uk/case-m...r-sony-xperia-z3-compact-black?filter_name=z3
Seems dock-compatible!
But: same unprotected side as the tough edition.
Already a report on a shattered screen from a drop:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TIFgcCoWEZs
So casing seems the way to go. Already preordered the CM tough for convenience until another good case pops up.
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Case Mate barely there is out:
https://www.gadgetwear.co.uk/case-m...r-sony-xperia-z3-compact-black?filter_name=z3
Seems dock-compatible!
But: same unprotected side as the tough edition.
Already a report on a shattered screen from a drop:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TIFgcCoWEZs
So casing seems the way to go. Already preordered the CM tough for convenience until another good case pops up.
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Hopefully that guy will get a case next time. They are made for a reason.
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When your beauty gets a scratch or breaks don't blame Sony then but yourself..
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Hey.. was just kidding.. I will certainly have a cover for this phone considering that this is a phone I intend to use for at least the next 2-3 years. Been using my GS-II for the past three years with a cover and is still looking pretty good all because of the cover. But that said, seeing this beauty without the cover is a treat it in itself
Really waiting to see the official style cover from Sony for this phone similar to the one for Z3.
Received a hard shell case from eBay this morning, will protect sides but not much protection top and bottom, nice and thin. £1.95 on eBay delivered. I'll post some photos when I get the phone, maybe tomorrow.
I must admit, after seeing the video, and not having a glass phone before, I'll be looking for something that's probably Gel for bounce, non flip & definitely with a cut-out for docking port only. I've had a good look on Amazon/Ebay etc. but it's too early to tell as the phones not actually out yet. Hopefully the clove case will do for the interim until the pictures a bit clearer and thee's some user reviews on the various options. Definitely needs a case of some sort though that's beyond doubt.