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Could someone give be a brief run down of the case types and attributes. Things like how thick they are, grip levels, impact protection, etc. I've seen tons of jell cases but not sure how jell compares to silicone or tpu and others.
ok theres Silicone cases which are really grippy often flimsy and fit phones kind of loose, they offer really good protection but get stuck in your pocket and attract a **** load of lint, and also because they dont fit tight they let a lot of lint and dirt in between the case and phone
theres hard plastic cases. they come with the grippy matte(rubbery) like material that a lot of like HTC phone use on their back covers, and they also come painted with all sorts of designs and in solid colors and also come in clear, and transparent colors(like smoke and all the colors of the rainbow), these protect your phone very well but the downfall is dirt and sharp edges.
most of these cases are a bit of a ***** to get on and off and most people leave them on for a long long time only to find out that dirt and lint got in between the case and phone and left horrible rub marks all over the phone, not to mention that while flexing and moving the case tends to scratch the contact points on the phone also.
then theres my favorite Gel/Jelly/Crystal/TPU all of which are the same they are a hard rubberish case that in most cases are easy to remove and put on and fit the phone like a glove (not leaving a lot of room for dust and dirt to get in) not meaning that dirt doesn't get in but its minimal when compared to the other two types of cases. they protect your phone just as well as any other case, have moderate grip (not too grippy like the Silicone and not too little grip like the hard cases) i compare the feel to kind of like the invisible shield "kind of grip" they come in solid colors and in clear tints
Ive bought all of these cases before on multiple phones (G1, Mytouch, Nexus, HD 2) and I have given all of these a chance and no matter how many times i buy a hard case or a silicone case i always end up with a Gel/TPU case, they fit great add the least amount of bulk out of the three and have saved all of my phones from concrete and tile drops multiple times (almost **** my pants when i did it with my Nexus and HD2 though )
with all these cases your going to have to remove the case every once in a while to get the dust out that gets in between the case and phone (unless you like scratches on your phone) thats the common downside to all of these cases but in return you have the security that you wont crack or damage your phone and it will last you
Great write up, thanks.
So is there little difference between the Gel/Jelly/Crystal/TPU? Reason I ask is that I have the t-mo jell case right now and find it makes the phone too big. I am willing to lose some protection to get something a little thinner and did not know if one of the other materials would be a better fit.
I actually found that the T-Mo case is one of the better ones out there. It it not your normal flimsy rubber gel like I had with my HD2, but fits very snuggly and actually adds a little bit of weight to the phone, which makes it feel a little more solid. (once again, coming from an HD2 that was metal).
There are a couple of other threads about the cases, but most of them say the T-mo case is one of the better ones right now. Because the phones are new, there is not too much in the way accessories at this time.
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I actually found that the T-Mo case is one of the better ones out there. It it not your normal flimsy rubber gel like I had with my HD2, but fits very snuggly and actually adds a little bit of weight to the phone, which makes it feel a little more solid. (once again, coming from an HD2 that was metal).
There are a couple of other threads about the cases, but most of them say the T-mo case is one of the better ones right now. Because the phones are new, there is not too much in the way accessories at this time.
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that sounds kind of what i am looking for. so do they just have this one at t mobile stores? or are there several that i need to try to see which is which? the one you are describing, its not flimsly like those silicone gels?
also, what screen protector do you reccommend? I know there are other threads, but it sounds like you have tried many.
not trying to thread jack
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not trying to thread jack
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Damn thread jackers... I kid.
Just an FYI and I know lots of popel love the t-mo case. Some pics to show how it increases the size of the phone. You can see a vibrant t-mo case, naked and G1.
i played with the one my tmo store had when i purchased my phone and it seems way more sturdy and better quality than most (I hated the one that came with my HD2 that ***** was flimsy as hell) my only gripe with that case is the fat lip around the edge of the screen, other than that i like it, but TPU cases IMO add the least amount of thickness heres some pics to clear up names between the different type of cases
Heres a Silicone (like the one at the T-Mo store) T-mo's is way better in quality though
http://cgi.ebay.com/BLACK-SILICONE-...ewItem&pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item43a077b6a9
heres the TPU/Gel/Jelly/Crystal/Hard Rubberish stuff
http://cgi.ebay.com/2-x-TPU-Case-Fi...AU_MobilePhoneAccessories&hash=item3caf486870
http://cgi.ebay.com/1-Silicone-Gel-...t=LH_DefaultDomain_0&var=&hash=item84b70ce076
I think Im about to take a plunge for a Galaxy S version since its been somewhat verified that it fits the Vibrant
Soooooo... theres also hybrid cases lol that mix both TPU and Silicone and that Mix hard Plastic and TPU
Hard Plastic and TPU
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3QhIb8OT9zI&feature=channel
Silicone and TPU
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sIi9cbm7HxU
to explain the differences in TPU, SILICONE and PLASTIC
TPU means Thermoplastic Urethane/Polyurethane BTW in case anyone was wondering (Sorry i just found out lol)
oh yeah and Silicone means BOOBIES lol
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Damn thread jackers... I kid.
Just an FYI and I know lots of popel love the t-mo case. Some pics to show how it increases the size of the phone. You can see a vibrant t-mo case, naked and G1.
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that looks really nice and protective. does look like it adds some size though. I think im going to check it out as I really want something right now and dont want to wait form something to ship from hong kong off ebay.
i know, off topic, but what screen protector are you using in the pics? do you like it? I know in the other thread people recommned the somthing freak, but I dont love the idea of putting water all over my new phone. Most say the protectors from tmobile store are dull and dull down your screen...
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that looks really nice and protective. does look like it adds some size though. I think im going to check it out as I really want something right now and dont want to wait form something to ship from hong kong off ebay.
i know, off topic, but what screen protector are you using in the pics? do you like it? I know in the other thread people recommned the somthing freak, but I dont love the idea of putting water all over my new phone. Most say the protectors from tmobile store are dull and dull down your screen...
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I still have the ones that came on the phone... Still trying to determine what to buy... given myself till the end of the week to decide.
On my G1 I use bodyguardz. I really liked it but two years have passed so I wanted to see if there was anything else that people liked. I would be happy to get bodyguardz again.
Gel/jelly are the same as silicone cases (soft)- not the same as crystal/TPU cases (a bit harder).
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YOU DONT KNOW ****!!!!!!! lol j/k ok lets just call it TPU and Silicone to keep it simple
just ordered my TPU case with 3 screen protectors (you know since i have 3 screens) and three wipe cloths (in case i forget my hanky?) as you can see in the description its a "Silicone" TPU case, it must be a hybrid case? lol j/k Ebay descriptions misinform everyone
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=280537757969&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
when i "Google'd" Gel case and Jelly case and clicked on "images" a whole **** load of TPU cases came up BTW
^^^ that's what got me kind of confused cause eBayers can list their products as multiple materials and only when you get in and read the fine print does it clarify what it is exactly. I was about to buy the exact one you bought but the buy it now price jumped to $43 as I was going though the checkout process...
thanks for everyone's help with this. Last night I bought a cheapy (link) to hold me over till there are more options.
finally went to the t moble store and got their case. its the same as the one a few posts back that has pictures. I do like it, but wish it fit just a little more snug. im coming from a mytouch that had a snap on hard shell, so im used to them fitting tight. this will do for now. thanks for the info
now, guess ill order the clearfreaks screen protector from ebay... not thrilled, but dont see to many other "good" options at this point
is it true that the silicon type of cases doesnt allow the heat to dissipate and heats up the device ?
Anyone have a suggestion for what kind of case will give me the rubberized feel that the HTC phones have (their backplates). Or if you can't think of a specific case, what kind of material I should be looking into>
I don't want a gel case I think cause its too rubberish and stick and hard cases are just bad. What's a good mix in-between?
http://ip208-100-42-21.static.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=729133
Just look down before you start a new thread.
I did read all of that before posting. Unfortunately I am looking for a full-fledged case, not a skin or coat I put on the phone. I want something that will protect the phone from a full drop which is not a gel or hard case.
I have this one, it's a hardcase with rubber coating similar to G1, plus perforated holes for better grip. Best looking case in the market at the moment IMO.
"Mesh" case for i9000
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=730699
vuvsion I have been following the forum very closely. I know of these cases and was considering getting one for the LONGEST time. They DO look great. But if you drop it, your phone is ****ed. It doesn't cover the edges. I don't really care its backplate (i can replace that easy enough). The sides though, are not replacable.
The mesh case covers the back but not the edges. It's pretty but not drop-proof. Do you know of anything LIKE it that covers more of the phone. Cause that would be perfect.
Perhaps one of the case-mate cases would have that same feeling, but since it's still in design stage, it'll take awhile for them to release anything.
Do you know if Case-Mate is even working on a model for the Vibrant/Galaxy S? I just looked at their site and they have VERY few cases for past Samsung phones.
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Do you know if Case-Mate is even working on a model for the Vibrant/Galaxy S? I just looked at their site and they have VERY few cases for past Samsung phones.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=7497121&postcount=23
Yup saw that like 3 minutes after posting. Voted on their case-mate forum too. I just hope it doesn't take a month for them to be out.
The body gloves are quite nice
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i was just wondering has anyone tried either of these case as they look really good
http://www.fommy.co.uk/view-full-pa...=Samsung+Galaxy+S+i9000&cat=Cases&skuno=88767
or the
http://www.fommy.co.uk/view-full-pa...=Samsung+Galaxy+S+i9000&cat=Cases&skuno=88784
i noticed the second doesn't have speaker holes so not sure what it would be like and i was wondering has any1 tried it and how they thought how good or bad these case where? thanks in advance
Well they are looking good but most important thing is if you can operate volume and power buttons easily. I bought one silicon case last time and it was real nightmare when I tried to operate the volume or switch off the screen.
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This appears to be the a different color of the first case you linked to.
http://ip208-100-42-21.static.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=751233
The review is not positive.
that for showing me that thread so not going to buy that one
just my .02 cents. When I originally ordered case in question the website showed different pictures of it, making it look like the TMO rubber case. Definitely not what I had ordered. Case came in and so I said what the heck ill try it. Bad idea, this cause in my opinion is horrible. Very loose, back feels weird, and the sides are extremely thin. I emailed Amzer telling them thats not what I ordered and so thought a good way to deal with it is to send me another one of the exact same color...... So now I have 2 of them sitting on my desk not being used, as I bought TMO one and I love it
The first case you linked is just no good in my opinion. First off its too loose. Your phone could easily just fall out of the case while talking on the phone. Its very annoying. Secondly the type of material used LOOKS as if it would be easier to grip but the opposite is true. The rubbery surface is actually really slick. Its more slick than using the phone without a case. Absolutely no friction when holding the phone.
I personally like this case A LOT. Its amazing
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003XQJPTK/ref=oss_product
does anyone know if seidio or otterbox have any plans on releasing a case for the trophy?
I just ordered one by Incipio. Hopefully it's pretty decent.
any update if you got your cases in. would like to know a good case.
I just ordered the Incipio Silicrylic case for my Trophy. I can't post the link to it because I'm forum n00b lol.
I'll report back when I get it, but there's a good chance I won't get it until I get back from taking a graduate course next week. I'm leaving on Sunday, and with the free shipping, it might not come until on Monday or later.
In my opinion it's on par with case manufactures like Seidio and Otterbox. This is my first Incipio product and i like it. Had it for over a week now. The silicone is nice and soft, doesn't attract too much lint or dust and it wipes clean better then other silicone cases. It's very tight fitting so theres no movement at all which is good when comparing to cases like the Seidio Innocase surface which will cause little micro scratches on your phone once dust or dirt gets between the case and the phone.
It also comes with a free screen protector which was a nice touch. Kinda expensive at $29 but definitely worth it to protect your investment. Free shipping was good, and it my case took 4 days to arrive from California to NJ.
Another thing to note is that the case definitely makes the buttons easier to press. They seem more defined now, volume buttons act like separate up and down buttons instead of one long rocker. Power and camera buttons are easier to find and press as well. The holes are also nicely designed for the headphones, mic and charger. Most hard cases I've used have slacked in that ares. the charger port is always undersized and most of the time requires you to take the case off to charge the phone.
I have 5 cases for my Evo 4G and if Incipio made a Silicrylic for that phone I would use it over the other cases i have hands down.
Thanks very much for the review and the pics! I'm also in NJ, and I ordered mine on Monday, so I'm hoping I get it by Friday then... I'm glad to hear the the buttons are more defined; the one review on their website said the same thing.
Looks good, think i might buy one. I usually dont case phones, but this one seems kinda hard to hang onto.
Okay, perhaps I'll get flamed for this because it does not fit someone's definiton of "quality" - but I wanted to share that I am blown away by the fit and quality of the Ebay $8.49 case I bought for my Trophy. It does in fact feel a bit rubberized and fits perfectly.
And - while playing, my son dropped the phone from about 3 feet, on the street. I heard the sound of something falling apart and had that sinking feeling. When I looked - the case popped apart, but the case and the phone are completely undamaged and after popping it back on, it is as if nothing happened.
I am okay with that!
The case I got was this:
http://cgi.ebay.com/HTC-7-Trophy-69...712636?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item43a77bbabc
I would hope there wouldn't be any flaming! That case looks good to me. I'm glad it worked for you in a time of need lol
I took a few photos so you can see the fit of the Ebay case I mentioned:
And the back:
I've always like the Silicrylic cases I've had for my other phones and since my local Verizon stores (corporate and agent) have absolutely nothing for the Trophy, I may bite the bullet and spend 30 bucks on the Incipio case. I just kind of wish the acrylic part came in different color choices for a little extra 'flair'...
Wow, I'm a dingbat. I see the different color options now... Not that many, I have to say. Perhaps I'm a little too anal retentive, but a blue on black color scheme would match my device theme.
Has anyone gotten anything from Boxwave? They seem to have some decent looking cases but they seem a bit steep. I've never had any of their products before so I'm unfamiliar with them.
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Wow, I'm a dingbat. I see the different color options now... Not that many, I have to say. Perhaps I'm a little too anal retentive, but a blue on black color scheme would match my device theme.
Has anyone gotten anything from Boxwave? They seem to have some decent looking cases but they seem a bit steep. I've never had any of their products before so I'm unfamiliar with them.
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Yeah, I have purchased some power supplies and cables from them. It was all a decent quality product. I would buy from them again.
I have a few cases for my GS3 and only have one with a belt clip (Otterbox Defender). I'm looking for a case, maybe even a leather wallet case, that has a belt clip somehow already attached to the case itself. Anyone come across one or know of anywhere I could find one??
Please help... Thanks! :fingers-crossed:
I like the Large Nite Ize Sideways case when my GSIII is naked or wearing a slim case. The velcro closure is secure but noisy, and the clip is slim and just pliable enough to minimize the effect of having a near tablet strapped to your waist. Around here REI carries them for ~$13.
I appreciate the responses guys.. I really do.. :highfive:
...Although, what I'm really searching for would be one of a kind. You guys post links to simple leather pouches or cases that slide out from a seperate belt clip. What I really want to find is a case that combines the two (nothing seperated). I want a case that has the belt clip feature embedded into the case itself.
Is what I'm asking for make sense or even economical? Thanks again..
Try the rokbed case. there's a thread here for it.
:good: There we go! That's as close as we're gonna get to what I'm describing! Thanks bro :highfive:
And for others who are still curious of what I was looking for.. rokform.com/cart/Galaxy-S3-Cases/
Any one else still know of any other options thats just like the rokform case? Please post!
if you search amazon for "samsung s3 clip" you'll get a few results to choose from. $45 is a bit much for a case..
what's your budget?
Go to bestbuy and they have yge platinum series xase for like 35$ it a case with belt clip
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Budget isn't really a concern as of right now.. I just want to see what's out there first then make a decision then.
Remember this post is only about a case with a clip attached to the case itself. Not one with a separate belt clip! I can find a million of those!!
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I have a few cases for my GS3 and only have one with a belt clip (Otterbox Defender). I'm looking for a case, maybe even a leather wallet case, that has a belt clip somehow already attached to the case itself. Anyone come across one or know of anywhere I could find one??
Please help... Thanks! :fingers-crossed:
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Try PDair.com, they've got a neat set of belt clip cases for GS3
I've been quite tempted to get one of those RokForm cases. They may be expensive, but they have a great design to them. Somehow i find the addition of the magnet to the back of the case to be quite interesting and potentially very useful. Though i doubt it would really help with NFC use.... i don't really ever use NFC, so that wouldn't really bother me. Still.... $45 IS quite a lot for a case.
read Amazon belt clip reviews
I was going to order the v3 until I read the Amazon belt clip reviews (since it's sold separately these reviews are only on the belt clip not the case itself), about 10 or 11 out of 13 are negative for various reasons. Shame because I need a belt clip case that allows the screen to face outward and very, very few cases that offer a reasonable amount of protection do that. After now spending over 20 hours online researching for one I am all ears for anybody's suggestions. I have dismissed the Otterbox Defender & Griffin Survivor because I use anti fingerprint screen protectors and their built in screen protectors really load up with fingerprint smudges. Only case I've found so far is the aluminum Monaco and it has the exact features I want but I'm trying to get some user feedback from those with aluminum cases as I've read they can effect the phone radio and GPS.
In essence, I'd like to find and order a case immediately and move on with my life..........lol
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I was going to order the v3 until I read the Amazon belt clip reviews (since it's sold separately these reviews are only on the belt clip not the case itself), about 10 or 11 out of 13 are negative for various reasons. Shame because I need a belt clip case that allows the screen to face outward and very, very few cases that offer a reasonable amount of protection do that. After now spending over 20 hours online researching for one I am all ears for anybody's suggestions. I have dismissed the Otterbox Defender & Griffin Survivor because I use anti fingerprint screen protectors and their built in screen protectors really load up with fingerprint smudges. Only case I've found so far is the aluminum Monaco and it has the exact features I want but I'm trying to get some user feedback from those with aluminum cases as I've read they can effect the phone radio and GPS.
In essence, I'd like to find and order a case immediately and move on with my life..........lol
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Have you thought about going with the Griffin or Otterbox Defender and the using an "exacto" knife to remove the plastic covering they come with? I use my Otterbox all the time with the screen out, and even though I have the stock screen cover on it because I work part time at an ice rink and don't want the extra moisture exposure that would come with doing this. However, I did it to my wife's Skyrocket Defender case and she loved it when she was running because it was both outward facing and still in a super-secure clip / case.
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Have you thought about going with the Griffin or Otterbox Defender and the using an "exacto" knife to remove the plastic covering they come with? I use my Otterbox all the time with the screen out, and even though I have the stock screen cover on it because I work part time at an ice rink and don't want the extra moisture exposure that would come with doing this. However, I did it to my wife's Skyrocket Defender case and she loved it when she was running because it was both outward facing and still in a super-secure clip / case.
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I was going to order the Otterbox Defender last night until I viewed Otter's website and 29 of 46 reviewers stated they would not recommend it to a friend. There were many complaints about the rubber outer case coming lose after 2-3 months and various other complaints. Many stated they were longtime Otter users and were very disappointed in the overall quality. Also, on another forum a user stated you can't effectively remove the built in screen protector because there isn't a way to remove the adhesive residue. I was going to live with the fingerprint smudges until I watched a You Tube Griffin Survivor review tonight and I'm thinking you'd have the same adhesive residue issues trying to remove its screen. I honestly can not believe I'm having this much difficulty finding a screen outward facing belt clip case. My Captivate has a Body Armor case that is exactly what I want in terms of protection and features but most unfortunately Body Glove does not offer the same case for the S3.
I'm going to start a new thread asking for suggestions, thanks for your reply.
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I was going to order the Otterbox Defender last night until I viewed Otter's website and 29 of 46 reviewers stated they would not recommend it to a friend. There were many complaints about the rubber outer case coming lose after 2-3 months and various other complaints. Many stated they were longtime Otter users and were very disappointed in the overall quality. Also, on another forum a user stated you can't effectively remove the built in screen protector because there isn't a way to remove the adhesive residue. I was going to live with the fingerprint smudges until I watched a You Tube Griffin Survivor review tonight and I'm thinking you'd have the same adhesive residue issues trying to remove its screen. I honestly can not believe I'm having this much difficulty finding a screen outward facing belt clip case. My Captivate has a Body Armor case that is exactly what I want in terms of protection and features but most unfortunately Body Glove does not offer the same case for the S3.
I'm going to start a new thread asking for suggestions, thanks for your reply.
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i removed the screen protector on my defender. The glue is more like cling u just pull and it comes off clean. But i would consider the ballistic sg maxx over the defender. Im gonna order it soon.
I watched a You Tube review of the Ballistic SG Maxx and most unfortunately it is a screen facing inward case only. There's a sticker stating that on the holster. That is a fine looking case and I'd buy one tonight if it were screen outward. If I can't find an outward facing one (and after all the research I've done am thinking I won't find one) I will probably buy either the Seidio Active Extended if it fits my Akron car dock and if not the Ballistic.
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I watched a You Tube review of the Ballistic SG Maxx and most unfortunately it is a screen facing inward case only. There's a sticker stating that on the holster. That is a fine looking case and I'd buy one tonight if it were screen outward. If I can't find an outward facing one (and after all the research I've done am thinking I won't find one) I will probably buy either the Seidio Active Extended if it fits my Akron car dock and if not the Ballistic.
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Sorry for the late reply lol, i now have the bodyglove toughsuit and imo its better than the defender in all aspects.. the case clips face in or out on the holster
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I have a few cases for my GS3 and only have one with a belt clip (Otterbox Defender). I'm looking for a case, maybe even a leather wallet case, that has a belt clip somehow already attached to the case itself. Anyone come across one or know of anywhere I could find one??
Please help... Thanks! :fingers-crossed:
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I'm a sales rep at a Verizon store, one of our customers came in with this weird gadget on the back of their phone. I asked them about it and apparently they invented it. To make a long story short I'm currently testing it out for them and one of it's features is a belt clip, or rather a pocket clip that works with some belts too. The advantage is that it can turn almost any case into a belt/pocket clip without ruining the case. I'm not supposed give out too much information about the product but it's really wicked cool and should be out sometime next "year" they say.
That's a solution I'd be interested in! Could you find out a better eta from the people you got it from and possibly post a pic of what it looks like.. Thanks!
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