OtterBox Armor vs Seidio OBEX vs LifeProof Fre/Nuud - Galaxy S III Accessories

Just wanna see which case is the best and/or how you like yours if you have/had one. So please of youve had one of these cases or maybe all three(which is kind of pricey) could you share your thoughts on it. Really wanna get a tough waterproof case for my GS3.

It all depends on you. Armor is crush proof but from what I have read it has the worst sound and adds a lot of extra bulk. I have used LifeProof and it works with a bulk about that of the Defender and good sound. However the plastic clear back is very prone to scratching. Do not know much about the OBEX except that the phone had to be placed in the case just right to get decent sound quality and it is the only high dollar waterproof case with an optional holster.
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Haven't used the otterbox but have the nuud right now and bought but sold the seidio. The obex was decently good but huge in all dimensions, and it is extremely picky about installing it. If you don't do it exactly right it will screw up your sound both receiving and sending voice. I love the lifeproof nuud, you can't beat no screen protector along with being waterproof. It's not nearly as bulky as the obex, the only con is the back will get scratched up eventually, it's clear plastic. Great thing is the rear is all soft touch rubber so it's really easy to hold and it has rubber feet so when you put it down it won't slide.
So yeah, between obex and nuud I'd say without a doubt nuud. Seems like if you want completely bombproof go otterbox but it's a lot bigger than the lifeproof.

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It all depends on you. Armor is crush proof but from what I have read it has the worst sound and adds a lot of extra bulk. I have used LifeProof and it works with a bulk about that of the Defender and good sound. However the plastic clear back is very prone to scratching. Do not know much about the OBEX except that the phone had to be placed in the case just right to get decent sound quality and it is the only high dollar waterproof case with an optional holster.
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Well thanks, seems like the armor case is out of question now, think im liking the lifeproof even more now

kingston73 said:
Haven't used the otterbox but have the nuud right now and bought but sold the seidio. The obex was decently good but huge in all dimensions, and it is extremely picky about installing it. If you don't do it exactly right it will screw up your sound both receiving and sending voice. I love the lifeproof nuud, you can't beat no screen protector along with being waterproof. It's not nearly as bulky as the obex, the only con is the back will get scratched up eventually, it's clear plastic. Great thing is the rear is all soft touch rubber so it's really easy to hold and it has rubber feet so when you put it down it won't slide.
So yeah, between obex and nuud I'd say without a doubt nuud. Seems like if you want completely bombproof go otterbox but it's a lot bigger than the lifeproof.
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Thanks i think i just going to buy the fre or nuud case, obex just too big i guess. Only reason i would choose the fre over the nuud is because i wouldnt want to scratch my screen

NexusS4gFreak said:
Thanks i think i just going to buy the fre or nuud case, obex just too big i guess. Only reason i would choose the fre over the nuud is because i wouldnt want to scratch my screen
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There is an optional screen protector included with the nuud that is specifically cut to fit with the case. This can be helpful because if the screen protector ever scratches up badly enough you can remove it. However I do not know if you can buy them separately from LifeProof.
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I am currently using the Lifeproof Nüüd on my SGS3. Been using it for a couple of months now and quite pleased with it. Good protection and it all seems good. I am often out in the bush and the risk of getting a wet phone is allways there. This one has kept my phone safe and has rescued it when I by accident has dropped it on concrete floors at work several times too. It do not build out much and the phone fits in the pocket of my jeans.

I have both the nuud and the otterbox. For me being in the cost guard I take the otter with me. When I'm home I go case less.
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I have both the nuud and the otterbox. For me being in the cost guard I take the otter with me. When I'm home I go case less.
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Well since u dont use the nuud wanna sell it? Lol but okayy yea i see the need for it, its protective none the less but the audio problems i hear it has turn me away

I Love my obex.... dont mind the bulk and cleans off easily...
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I got the obex as soon as i could get it after getting my S3 in May of 2012. I felt naked without it for 2 weeks without it after having the combo case on my Evo 4G. With that cane and with my obex I do not even look at the phone when dropping it on concrete. I just pick it up and snap it into the belt clip. I can't live without the belt clip and do not care how dorky someone may think I look.
The obex does have to be put on correctly or as mentioned you will suffer either on your end but more likely on the other end when someone is trying to hear you. Place the bottom of the phone in first and press there and toward the top until seated. I got used to the size long ago as I only keep it on the belt clip even if I am just wearing my skivvies. Plus, you can beat someone to death with it if needed.

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which case do you use?

this has probably been asked before, but would like to see what everyone is carrying their evo in and maybe a little review?
me, I have the seidio innocase active. I do really like it because its deff very durable and built well, the only downside to it is its a little large, like when I take off the case, the phone actually feels too small.
Im waiting for the otterbox one, but that could be forever.
whatelse is everyone carrying?
I'm using the Seidio Innocase Active Case as well (Saphire Blue). I just received it yesterday and I think it's pretty nice. My only complaint is that the power button is much harder to use than without it. Other than that, I'd recommend it to anyone without a case. I've only had it for one night though so we'll see...
Case Mate Barely There case in black
http://www.case-mate.com/HTC-EVO-4G-Cases/Case-Mate-HTC-EVO-4G-Barely-There-Cases.asp
Doesn't make the phone bulky but keeps the camera off the table and protects it from scratches and wear. Came with a screen protector as well.
I don't have a case, I just have the leather holster from Sprint. I almost always wear a belt, so it was a good solution for me. My only complaint is that it cost $30.
seidio's rugged ...if you dont want maximum protection, you can just use the innocase II, perfect everyday case.
Seidio Innocase Active - Pearl White
its looks amazing and it works really well
Casemate barely there.
Seidio Innocase Active Sage color
Seidio Innocase surface here , I have the holster that fits this case . Mainly due to the fact I like using the EVO for music when Im at the gym working out . But at work its usually sitting on the desk
case-mate barely there, however i notice it isn't protecting the edges around the screen and i have a dings on it as well. I am pretty much using it primarily to protect the camera, that's all the case is good for.
Amzer Jelly.
Seidio Innocase II Surface
Body Glove snap on
http://www.bodyglovemobile.com/product/glove-snap-on-for-htc-evo-4g,200,19.htm
siedio rugged. matter a fact me and my brother use em. I was using the body glove but biy was that a waste of monies.. those things are junk.
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notown775 said:
siedio rugged. matter a fact me and my brother use em. I was using the body glove but biy was that a waste of monies.. those things are junk.
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not sure what is junk about it.
maybe the other model i did not post in which people are having fall apart...
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not sure what is junk about it.
maybe the other model i did not post in which people are having fall apart...
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I've never seen that model before, looks pretty nice. I have the Otterbox now but until yesterday I was using the Body Glove from Sprint. I can tell you that after having that, it would take quite a lot to get me to buy one of their products again.
I'm using one of the ebay tpu cases, frosted one, before I had the sprint body glove and I liked it, but it broke easy, I like this 5 dollar tpu case, except for the power button, but I might go naked soon cause I ordered the kingston car mount and I think the honey moon period if over for me, I'll find a reason sooner or later too get it replaced and get a new one
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ausch30 said:
I've never seen that model before, looks pretty nice. I have the Otterbox now but until yesterday I was using the Body Glove from Sprint. I can tell you that after having that, it would take quite a lot to get me to buy one of their products again.
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gotcha. i have had zero issue with mine. It is rather grippy in the pocket, like a silicone but offers a lot more (IMHO) protection.
I did use the siedo active and it was nice but I'm ocd and that gap bothered me. I just got the otterbox today and love it and I think I'll be sticking with it.
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I was using the Body Glove from Sprint. I can tell you that after having that, it would take quite a lot to get me to buy one of their products again.
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sorry that's what I meant the BG from sprint.. I had two break on me.. volume rocker and a corner when I dropped it from waist high.
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[Q] (Q) What case do you prefer?

I prefer the ballistic case hc solved the oil slick effect using the screen protector they give you. I was wondering what a lot of you folks prefer using I don't mind a slightly bulky case fits great in my hand anyways thanks.
Ballistic by far. I use the optional case at work and drop it down to the inside case for everything else. I love that the holster works either way.
My wife is still happy with the Trident Cyclops.
Both of our Seidio Rugged case's fell apart a long time ago.
+1
Ballistic is by far the best case out there.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DvHZYNIL1-M&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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With the Ballistic case your EVO is now officially the size of a brick.
exactly. great case but way to big. Trident Cyclops is my fav and ive owned just about every evo case made.
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I have big hands brick works for me has many uses.
Count me in for the ballistic. I'm in construction and I put it through the ringer. The phone doesn't have a scratch on it. I use the outer rubber sleeve at work then take it off for everyday use.
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Count me in for the ballistic. I'm in construction and I put it through the ringer. The phone doesn't have a scratch on it. I use the outer rubber sleeve at work then take it off for everyday use.
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I work indoor and outdoor love the fact it keeps all ports and camera lens free of scratches and dirt.
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Ballistic by far. I use the optional case at work and drop it down to the inside case for everything else. I love that the holster works either way.
My wife is still happy with the Trident Cyclops.
Both of our Seidio Rugged case's fell apart a long time ago.
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Ya I had a Seidio case from best buy called platinum and it broke in less then a few months I love the fact that this case is so tight its a pain in the ass to take apart but keeps everything secure and clean.
case matte's naked case and for some reason i have been unintentionally drop testing it on my tile floors the past couple of day. Holding up pretty good other then minor imperfections
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case matte's naked case and for some reason i have been unintentionally drop testing it on my tile floors the past couple of day. Holding up pretty good other then minor imperfections
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Nice glad it's holding up. Like the fact mine I can knock out a window and still have a sexy phone in the end.
kd0axs said:
+1
Ballistic is by far the best case out there.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DvHZYNIL1-M&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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Right on man gotta love the case the screen protector fixes the oil slick effect one tough case can drop it on the pavement and it bounces never have to worry about the cam breaking.
I love my ballistics case and so does my girlfriend. I need a new screen protector though
I messed mine up putting it on and I don't like how the capacative buttons are cut out on it. Any suggestions? I know for I know for these cases need a glare reduction screen protector
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m4xwellmurd3r said:
I love my ballistics case and so does my girlfriend. I need a new screen protector though
I messed mine up putting it on and I don't like how the capacative buttons are cut out on it. Any suggestions? I know for I know for these cases need a glare reduction screen protector
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How did you mess the screen protector up if you got finger prints on it you can wash it down with glass cleaner or water and put it back on put it on wet and use the your ID or a card to smooth out air bubbles. If you really messed it up id check out ebay man you can probably find a screen protector that work like a champ pre cut. Or go by a zagg screen protector it should work for you i find the bottom part cut out on the stock ballastic screen protector annoying cause everytime you press a key down there it kinda sticks lol tho i have gotten use to it.
I gotta throw a vote in for Seidio Innocase Surface II. Not bulky at all. Leaves all buttons very easy to push. Compatible with their kicka$$ Innocase Car kit (cradle style holder - NOT a cheesy universal fit one). Will it hold up to being dropped from a 3rd story window? Unlikely. Can you throw your phone through a wall with this one? Doubt it. But if you're doing stuff like that with your phone (such silliness that requires a Superman-esq force field) - you really need to rethink having a $500 phone.
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I gotta throw a vote in for Seidio Innocase Surface II. Not bulky at all. Leaves all buttons very easy to push. Compatible with their kicka$$ Innocase Car kit (cradle style holder - NOT a cheesy universal fit one). Will it hold up to being dropped from a 3rd story window? Unlikely. Can you throw your phone through a wall with this one? Doubt it. But if you're doing stuff like that with your phone (such silliness that requires a Superman-esq force field) - you really need to rethink having a $500 phone.
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I do alot of work in a shop and always leaning over a car and under cars plus anything outdoors mending fences and such kinda need the bulk too keep oil and grease and when your phone might get caught on something and yanked from your side its a good thing to have to keep your screen from getting the snot kicked outta it great for keep dust out. Ive seen the case your talking about there a good brand. Really depends on what you need and suit of taste. Ballistic case is rugged great for not in the office sort of jobs and lifestyle.
I just ordered the Case Mate tough series we'll see how it works out
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I just ordered the Case Mate tough series we'll see how it works out
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hope it holds up good for ya man.
I gotta give it to you guys. I have a Case-mate barely there and I think the phone is to bulky with it LOL.
I am using the otter box commuter and love it, but the only problem is that the power button is a little stiff
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[Q] Otterbox Defender Series

Well I just ordered the Otterbox Defender Series for my EVO on amazon and I wanted to hear some some toughs. I know about the kickstand problem it has but that does not really bother me. I know the case is huge but that doesn't bother me either since the phone is huge by itself. So forum what are your thoughts on it?
How doe it feel? Does it really protect the phone? Any problems you have had?
I had one....the beltclip kept breaking...even though they replaced it for free it was rather annoying....so i bought a ballistic....had no issues yet
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My honest thoughts? I'm sorry that you wasted $50. It is one of the worst quality cases that I have ever come across.
I liked the Otterbox.......dropped my phone from 4 feet onto my ceramic floor with no damage to the phone; though the holster and kickstand are horrible. But now I have the Ballistic HC.
I have 2 of them, one still in the box. I've never used either of them, I put one on my phone to see how it looked once and took it off and put my commuter back on. They do feel like they would protect the phone quite well but they just feel a bit cheaply made for the price they charge. For me, the commuter is the perfect case, I just wish they sold a holster/belt clip for it. I have heard the Sedio holster for the Active works with it, I just have a hard time paying $30 for just a holster.
egonadrian said:
Well I just ordered the Otterbox Defender Series for my EVO on amazon and I wanted to hear some some toughs. I know about the kickstand problem it has but that does not really bother me. I know the case is huge but that doesn't bother me either since the phone is huge by itself. So forum what are your thoughts on it?
How doe it feel? Does it really protect the phone? Any problems you have had?
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I don't believe the camera lens is protected on the case
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I don't believe the camera lens is protected on the case
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It is, there's clear plastic (same material the screen protector is made of) over the camera lens and the LED flash
I have one and use it when im at work, I like it alot the camera lenses and flash are protected and the screen is protected at well. I had a similer case before with no screen protector but the rubber wore through and eventually the clip broke. The otterbox makes the phone considerably more bulky but I sincerely feel like I could drop kick the phone and it would be perfect so the bulk dosent really bother me. Its all about what you need the protection for everyones needs are different
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Well from what you guys have said it seams like its an okay case but its horrible compared to the ballistic. I currently don't have a case on my phone so at least he otterbox will protect it. Now what are the problems with the holster and belt clip? Does the belt clip break easily or what?
I can't personally speak for this case, but I have the commuter case and love it. easy to pull the case on and off but protects it well from the drops and what not it encounters on a daily basis at work. I also can't speak for the ballistic either, but i'll take a look at it now that you guys have mentioned it
The case does live up to the defender series name, theres only 2 issues I have with the case, the kickstand will brake for sure no if's our but's, and the silicone layer has to be constantly adjusted specially after charging. I don't know of any issues with the holster, I just see people complaining on how bulky it is. But that is preference, I like the holster and it seems very well built.
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I had one, def was not too impressed especially how the kickstand had cracks the day after i bought it. Then there were cracks all around the front screen protector. So, i did a warranty claim got a new one and sold it. Picked up a cyclops and very happy with it. I am switching up to the Kraken tho because at my work we get em for $20 so i figured why not. I haven't had personal experience with the Ballistics case yet but if the kraken fails me i may try it.
I've never owned the Defender case for the Evo, but I did have one on an iPhone 3gs. That was a solid case, but the way it was held into the holster wasn't very reassuring. From what I've seen, the Defender for the Evo seems to have a similar problem. It's just not very secure in the holster.
I DO however currently own a Ballistic case, and WOW is it ever solid. It's also VERY securely held in the holster. The biggest downside is that it's very squared off, very bulky, and a little awkward to hold. That's why I put it in the case at work, but take it back out when I'm at home most of the time.
Defender cases are quite a bit more ergonomic, but that doesn't matter for crap if it's gonna fall out of the holster, IMO.
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My honest thoughts? I'm sorry that you wasted $50. It is one of the worst quality cases that I have ever come across.
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ditto, and I hope you didn't spend fifty on it. look me and metalhead agree on something! get the ballistic if you need that much protection.
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egonadrian said:
Well from what you guys have said it seams like its an okay case but its horrible compared to the ballistic. I currently don't have a case on my phone so at least he otterbox will protect it. Now what are the problems with the holster and belt clip? Does the belt clip break easily or what?
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i think the otter is better then the ballistic, the otter has thicker silcon
Like I said before I use mine at work only, I work for an ambulance company and my phone is subjected to some pretty intense probability for damage but I've had the defender on for like 4 weeks no problems at all and it hasn't fallen out of the holster once I did drop the phone about 5 feet into the snow and and it slid onto the pavement and the phone was totally uneffected I highly recommend the defender!
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Rockin' a case, or running naked?

Was just wondering if you guys are or are not using a case, holster, ect. for your phone.
if your are using one if you could say which one and maybe some pros/cons, how you like it type of stuff.
I'm currently waiting on the otter box commuter to arrive, I had the incipio case much like the commuter and loved it but felt the commuter would add the extra protection I need.
Naked. I can't find a good case for my Dinc2 with ext battery.
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Case. Really like the new kickstand Verizon case. Sits the phone up AND awesome holder for the finger when using it. Doesnt protect the whole phone though so Im going with the eBay Griffin Reveal look alike for now.
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Naked. I can't find a good case for my Dinc2 with ext battery.
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Naked, for the same reason.
I'm going nude also. I roll with a naked Dinc2 because the slimness was one of the reasons I chose this phone, and since it is on my works company plan, if anything does happen to it I will get a new one no charge (to me that is, my company may get hit with a bill).
Has anybody tried the body glove for the Inc2.
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Running naked. I don't like how cases bulk up the phone. Haven't run with a case for many years now across several devices without incident, and my devices have survived numerous drops.
I have the silicone one from the verizon store naked feels too slippery to me i'm afraid its going to slip out of my hand on the subway. Its doing pretty good. dropped it once on the stairs in the subway and its still fine. the only thing that bothers me is sometimes i have to take the case off to use the headphones jack. can anyone recommend another one? (i like silicone cause it lets me get a good grip on it. too afraid i'd drop it otherwise)
Anybody check out the TPU cases for this phone? I also admire the slimness of the DInc2 and was thinking about this as an alternative to both hard and silicone cases.
Cheap on Amazon too.
EDIT...nvm saw the TPU thread down below. Definitely getting one!
Using the Incipio two piece case half the time, the other half running naked just for the slimness of the phone
Naked.
Look at this phone. It's basically already wearing a case. I mean, I know accidents happen but I feel like this phone was designed to not need one.
I have the otterbox defender series and love it. Adds a lot of bulk if your not into that.
Would love to get there extended battery if they would get a case to fit it.
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Naked.
Look at this phone. It's basically already wearing a case. I mean, I know accidents happen but I feel like this phone was designed to not need one.
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once you scratch that aluminum in the front though you will be sorry. even WITH a case I dropped my phone in between my dashboard in my car and my seat and it scratched the aluminum so I had a nice long scratch of the aluminum. sucks.
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once you scratch that aluminum in the front though you will be sorry. even WITH a case I dropped my phone in between my dashboard in my car and my seat and it scratched the aluminum so I had a nice long scratch of the aluminum. sucks.
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Aluminum? On the earpiece grill? That's the only part I can think of that you're referring to...
the whole front is aluminum from what i saw from the scratch. it sure isn't plastic..
the entire casing besides the back case,, give it a run with ur finger nail, once that starts chipping, or you scratch it you will see what i mean, i could be way off with the aluminum but it sure isnt plastic like inc1
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the whole front is aluminum from what i saw from the scratch. it sure isn't plastic..
the entire casing besides the back case,, give it a run with ur finger nail, once that starts chipping, or you scratch it you will see what i mean, i could be way off with the aluminum but it sure isnt plastic like inc1
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It is something close to aluminum or other soft metal, at least that's what I thought. I also scratched the edge of mine just taking off a mobi hard plastic case I bought. Didn't take much at all to make a scratch.
Now, the back is plastic but made to feel the same as the front but I'm pretty sure it's not.
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It is something close to aluminum or other soft metal, at least that's what I thought. I also scratched the edge of mine just taking off a mobi hard plastic case I bought. Didn't take much at all to make a scratch.
Now, the back is plastic but made to feel the same as the front but I'm pretty sure it's not.
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I agree 100%.
if it's the hard gel case from verizon, I bought mine the day it came out, it was the only gel case they had, but they gave me a full refund as there was a Tech Bulliten out fromm what I read here on the forusms, no receipt or anything and it was a diff store and got my money back so I was happy, cmae home and ordered an ottterbox. sucks just from a case the potential for damage is there. hopefully in a few months we don't have a bunch of complaints about this. I returned my scratched device for a refurb. no charge. told them it happened with a case on it. they had no prblem with refurbing it.
Using a cheap TPU case off Amazon for now. Waiting to find that "perfect" case for my prem-case.
I wish they made these for the DInc2. I would pay big bucks for that.
TheAtheistReverend said:
Using a cheap TPU case off Amazon for now. Waiting to find that "perfect" case for my prem-case.
I wish they made these for the DInc2. I would pay big bucks for that.
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wood? I wonder how well that would protect that. personally I would never put that on my phone. but it's cool. I am awaiting on the otter box commuter to arrive on Tuesday, and I can say from experience, that otter box is very well made cases, and come with a screen protector if you're into that.. I don't use them, but I will give pictures and a review once the case comes and I use it for a day or two. high quality case, can get it cheap on amazon, and great brand name, that isn't bulky. they also make a defender case, which isn't my style but looks like a truck could run over it and be fine lol.
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commuter - LINK
defender - LINK
Yeah, I used the Seidio for my Eris, and I am considering it for my DInc2. Never been real hot on the Otterbox look, though I haven't seen one in person. I like my cases low profile and simple looking. Maybe I'll meet an Otterbox one day and fall in love.
I don't even care if the wood case broke the first time I dropped it. If I could find a good one I would rock that thing like hobos rock trench coats and buy another if it broke.
I wood pay more for the case than I would the phone.

Need Something Similar To Otterbox

I really need some advice, I usually swear by OtterBox but they have of course not released any cases for the 10 and if you listen to them they say that they don't have it in their plans. So my question is what is the best case I get as an alternative to an OtterBox? I'm looking for something with a similar level of protection. I tried the unicorn beetle pro but I don't like it because there's plastic on the back of the case that makes it very slippery when placed on a surface, I miss the grip that the OtterBox had on the back of the case. Also I need a belt clip.
I just ordered one of these
http://www.amazon.com/Holster-Protec...ilpage_o00_s00
What worries me however is that cheap price
What recommendations do you guys have? Thank you so much in advance
Mark112887 said:
I really need some advice, I usually swear by OtterBox but they have of course not released any cases for the 10 and if you listen to them they say that they don't have it in their plans. So my question is what is the best case I get as an alternative to an OtterBox? I'm looking for something with a similar level of protection. I tried the unicorn beetle pro but I don't like it because there's plastic on the back of the case that makes it very slippery when placed on a surface, I miss the grip that the OtterBox had on the back of the case. Also I need a belt clip.
I just ordered one of these
http://www.amazon.com/Holster-Protec...ilpage_o00_s00
What worries me however is that cheap price
What recommendations do you guys have? Thank you so much in advance
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The Amazon side seems to be unavailable already...
Well, I'm an otterbox fan too. Sad there are no news about an otterbox for the 10. Check out the specific thread about cases... Just found something similar to Otterbox there...
http://www.amazon.com/SUPCASE-Full-...etle htc 10&qid=1462899739&ref_=sr_1_1&sr=8-1
Maybe that will cover our needs until there will be an otterbox in the future.
I ordered also an Incipio dual pro case, which is really nice but not so good like otterbox. I still don't have the device.. But the cases :laugh:
What I can't recommend is oeago double layer case... Ordered that too, but this is really hard plastic and I guess the device will get scratches easily with that one.
Edit... Just reread your post :angel:... Didn't saw your review about the Unicorn... Just ordered that one... So you don't recommend it?
Get this, you'll thank me later: http://www.amazon.com/SUPCASE-Full-...qid=1463161450&sr=8-1&keywords=htc+10+supcase
Only thing I would recommend you do is remove the screen protector from the case (it's just held on with glue) that way you can use whatever protector you choose. These cases are WAY better than Otterboxes.
i have the unicorn beetle ( above post links) its just a good as a otter box you will not be disappointed. best case I found for the 10 so far imo
In my original post I said that I have already tried that case
I tried the unicorn beetle pro but I don't like it because there's plastic on the back of the case that makes it very slippery when placed on a surface, I miss the grip that the OtterBox had on the back of the case
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I had high hopes for that case but unfortunately it's not as good as it appears to be
afuller42 said:
i have the unicorn beetle ( above post links) its just a good as a otter box you will not be disappointed. best case I found for the 10 so far imo
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Weird question, but can you put the phone in the belt clip with the screen facing out?
Hopefully that works, second question does it hold well?
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dtswk said:
Weird question, but can you put the phone in the belt clip with the screen facing out?
Hopefully that works, second question does it hold well?
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The belt clip holds absolutely fine, I'm pretty sure that you can put the phone in the case either way but I think it's specifically designed to be put in with the screen facing inward. The only complaint I have the back of the phone is not 100% all silicone. The back of the case has hard plastic on it that makes it slide across surfaces very easily
It's worth mentioning that the phone does not clip into the belt holster as firmly as OtterBox's do, I think it's pretty clear that the case is considered a clone. Be careful because I would say that if you drop the phone from more than about maybe 10 feet in the air it may pop out of the belt clip
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The belt clip holds absolutely fine, I'm pretty sure that you can put the phone in the case either way but I think it's specifically designed to be put in with the screen facing inward. The only complaint I have the back of the phone is not 100% all silicone. The back of the case has hard plastic on it that makes it slide across surfaces very easily
It's worth mentioning that the phone does not clip into the belt holster as firmly as OtterBox's do, I think it's pretty clear that the case is considered a clone. Be careful because I would say that if you drop the phone from more than about maybe 10 feet in the air it may pop out of the belt clip
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Would you mind testing it does clip in face out please. Then I can order one.
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Would you mind testing it does clip in face out please. Then I can order one.
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I would but unfortunately I do not have the case anymore, I returned it this morning out of frustration. As good as they try to be the sad truth is there is just no replacement for an OtterBox. I guess this is just the consequence of buying a phone so early, I'm hoping that within the next few months OtterBox releases a defender series Case for this phone, as soon as they do I'm all all over it
I'll try to explain as best I can, the belt clip on the beetle does not snap in, it is more of a friction fit I'm almost certain that you can put the phone in with the screen facing outward however when you do you will have to touch the screen with your fingers in order to get it out of the belt clip. The case is really a knockoff of the OtterBox defender, I had high hopes for it when I ordered it as well and despite the fact that I tried to get myself to like it I just couldn't
it says it will damage it if you do it face forward. waiting for jcase to return my phone so couldn't try it
Mark112887 said:
I would but unfortunately I do not have the case anymore, I returned it this morning out of frustration. As good as they try to be the sad truth is there is just no replacement for an OtterBox. I guess this is just the consequence of buying a phone so early, I'm hoping that within the next few months OtterBox releases a defender series Case for this phone, as soon as they do I'm all all over it
I'll try to explain as best I can, the belt clip on the beetle does not snap in, it is more of a friction fit I'm almost certain that you can put the phone in with the screen facing outward however when you do you will have to touch the screen with your fingers in order to get it out of the belt clip. The case is really a knockoff of the OtterBox defender, I had high hopes for it when I ordered it as well and despite the fact that I tried to get myself to like it I just couldn't
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You really returned it because it would slide around on it's back? Are you usually on a boat or something that would cause things that are laying on a flat surface to slide around on their own cause I honestly don't understand why that would be an issue, but in the past there would be pads of TPU on the corners of the phone so it would never have been able to do something like that.
Anyway, if a belt clip wasn't so important I would recommend Supcase's Unicorn Beetle Hybrid case (once it finally comes out) It's the other's little brother and is my absolute go-to for my past 4 or so devices. It is similar to the UAG cases, but they look and feel much better.
To be honest the protection that your case and the Otterbox offers is complete overkill. Btw, I absolutely hate the rubber material that Otterbox uses... talk about junk.
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You really returned it because it would slide around on it's back? Are you usually on a boat or something that would cause things that are laying on a flat surface to slide around on their own cause I honestly don't understand why that would be an issue, but in the past there would be pads of TPU on the corners of the phone so it would never have been able to do something like that.
Anyway, if a belt clip wasn't so important I would recommend Supcase's Unicorn Beetle Hybrid case (once it finally comes out) It's the other's little brother and is my absolute go-to for my past 4 or so devices. It is similar to the UAG cases, but they look and feel much better.
To be honest the protection that your case and the Otterbox offers is complete overkill. Btw, I absolutely hate the rubber material that Otterbox uses... talk about junk.
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I understand your point of view don't get me wrong. Yes I really returned it because it would slide around on its back, I need a casecase with some kind of grip. I don't go on a boat or anything but I'm in a wheelchair and I've had several instances where things started sliding around whenever I'm doing what I need to do. To be honest I've been using OtterBox's for so long that I've gotten used to them. I know where you're coming from when you talk about the silicone but to be honest I've never had any issue with OtterBox giving me a hard time about replacing it for me when need be
Some people consider the protection that an OtterBox defender offers as being overkill but I remember back in 2015 I accidentally ran over my OtterBox and I'll tell you what after that I was convinced that the case had just paid for itself, I had to get a new one because the case was broke but the phone was completely fine

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