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Which is the best case to buy value to my money

I having a hard time picking a case I need help willing to spend up to 30 dollars on one

What are you looking for in the case? Drop/shock protection, or just cosmetic protection? There's a lot of cases, but it's really personal preference.
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Also are you using an extended battery or stock battery. That will make a difference too because of the size.

I have tried all three cases from Otterbox for the EVO. They all come with rigid screen protectors (not the flimsy, static ones). The Impact is a silicone case that offers good protection, but like all silicone cases, makes it difficult to get in and out of a pocket or pouch. On the other end, the Defender case offers the best protection, but also doubles the size of the phone. The included snap-in holster/stand only adds to the bulk. Not very practical at all. The middle case, the Commuter, is Best all around case. It is a plastic outer shell and silicone inner providing great protection while making easy to get in and out of pouches and pockets. This case provides the best protection I have seen without adding too much bulk. This case does not fit in the HTC EVO pouch, but it fits nicely in a Droid X pouch.

I use the Innocase from Seidio with a holster. It slides on and protects the phone well. I had one for my Nexus One for a year (I just got my EVO) and never had any quality issues.

I use the Innocase from Seidio with a holster too, but it not worth buying mine already pealling and looks horible

Got my otterbox commuter on eBay for 20 bux the other day after trying out various other cases, couldn't be happier and haven't looked back
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I have the 40 dollar innocase and holster. I rolled my ankle and landed right on my phone that was on my belt. case was pretty scratched up and phone flew out of my holster and landed several feet away. No damage to phone and I am a big guy 275# all on my phone on gravel.

It is time for me to get a new innocase because in places it is cracked, but again I did fall on it. I did notice that the small piece of plastic by the power button cracks. I will buy another case but use my same holster, still in good condition.

case-mate...tough ;D

Ballistic HC, $30 and Uber Tough
http://www.amazon.com/Ballistic-HA0486-M005-Hard-Case-HTC/dp/B004HM8BZI/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=mobile&qid=1302980879&sr=8-2

I used the Seidio Innocase Rugged for a couple months. Never any issues and good protection, but didn't care for the looks and always removed it as soon as I got home from work.
About 3 weeks ago I bought the Ballistic HC in red/black and absolutely love it! Looks and feels MUCH better than the Seidio. I found my self just removing the outer silicone after work and keeping the case on I like it so much. A co-worker also has the Seidio and is now going to buy the Ballistic after seeing and holding mine. I was originally skeptical of the way the built in screen protector would feel, and/or affect the use of the screen. I was happily surprised at how I don't even know its there, it looks and feels like your touching the actual screen. Plus, what other case can you run over with a car and not damage your phone?!
There is an ebay vendor who has them for under $30 shipped, I received it in 2 days....awesome!!

I just recently not only got an Evo, but I also picked up the Ballistc HC in black and red from Amazon.com. I love this case. It does come with an additional rubber cover that goes over all of it but it's just too big for my pocket at that point.
It comes with an awesome holster if you use phone holsters at all. There is a "oil slick" effect if put the Ballistic on your phone. To get rid of it there is the ballistic baby powder fix (youtube it) or you can do what I did and just install the included screen protector that sticks to the screen.
This thing has some serious heft, you can tell it will withstand a lot of damage.
I paid $26.99 with 2 day shipping because I signed up for Amazon prime for a free month. I ordered it Sunday morning and got it Tuesday morning.
I highly recommend the Ballistic HC.

I currently own the Ballistic, Seido Rugged, Otterbox Defender, Otterbox Commuter, and Trident Cyclops. My two favorites out of all of these cases (yes i know i have alot of cases, hard to decide on which to use), are the Trident Cyclops, and the Otterbox Commuter.

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I currently own the Ballistic, Seido Rugged, Otterbox Defender, Otterbox Commuter, and Trident Cyclops. My two favorites out of all of these cases (yes i know i have alot of cases, hard to decide on which to use), are the Trident Cyclops, and the Otterbox Commuter.
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Haha same problem here ... have well over hundred dollars in various cases... often switch em out so I feel I get my moneys worth at least haha
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I have the commuter as well and the protection is great but the silicone near the bottom of the case becomes loose and it bothers the hell out of me. They will send a new case with the warranty though.
Edit: Just got my Incipio case and I love it, the Otterbox has been retired.

I'm using the seido innocase active. Works well now but I do want to try the commuter. Reason I didn't buy the commuter is cuz the reviews I read about the the bottom geting loose. But tried it on from the store it looks really good.
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Fendulon said:
I just recently not only got an Evo, but I also picked up the Ballistc HC in black and red from Amazon.com. I love this case. It does come with an additional rubber cover that goes over all of it but it's just too big for my pocket at that point.
It comes with an awesome holster if you use phone holsters at all. There is a "oil slick" effect if put the Ballistic on your phone. To get rid of it there is the ballistic baby powder fix (youtube it) or you can do what I did and just install the included screen protector that sticks to the screen.
This thing has some serious heft, you can tell it will withstand a lot of damage.
I paid $26.99 with 2 day shipping because I signed up for Amazon prime for a free month. I ordered it Sunday morning and got it Tuesday morning.
I highly recommend the Ballistic HC.
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Amazon Prime is free for 1 year for "students". You just need access to a student email account (with a .edu at the end of teh email address) -- either a friend's (or friend's son, etc.) -- for the initial activation email that Amazon sends you.

case mate for 12.99
newegg----search "case mate evo" 1st one =)

Waiting for Galaxy Note black TPU case with stand

I have been using these on my Galaxy S2 and Tab. I didn't like the idea when I was browsing for a new case on Ebay, but when I got it, I soon changed my mind!
If anyone finds anything like it then please post on this thread!
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Gel-TPU-C..._MobilePhonesCasesPouches&hash=item43a90b8802

looks like a great idea....but i think i would prefer if the clear stand part be black or grey in colour instead

They come in many different colours and styles. And with stand / without stand

I found something very similar (or identical):
http://www.alibaba.com/product-gs/522134318/S_Line_Crystal_Plastic_TPU_Protector.html
There are other variants on alibaba, the only problem is that the minimum quantity is usually 50-100 pieces :-/
EDIT: found it on ebay: http://www.ebay.com/itm/BLACK-HYBRI...AU_MobilePhoneAccessories&hash=item48436c47a9

I bought one before seeing this thread.
When I receive it, I'll tell you if its good/bad etc

when i find something good
，will let you know

I searched on ebay for "galaxy note kickstand case TPU" and got a result:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/BLACK-HYBRI...AU_MobilePhoneAccessories&hash=item48436c47a9
I eneded up ordering for around $8 the kickstand case with included car charger and 3 screen protectors. Will reply here with a review here once I get it.

I bought one of these too. I figure you can't go wrong for $5.
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For $8 I got a car charger, 3 screen protectors and the case.
The case:
Black TPU and Grey Silicon.
Kickstand is Silicon and a part of the case's mainframe.
The Kickstand works well.
The TPU is knife-proof and tamper proof, but dont drop it from a 2.5+ metre height.
The TPU has textured sides which help with grip A LOT.
All the holes and ports (pen) are easily accessible.
The buttons are covered but NOT hard to press.
Whole case is quite thin, so its not very "drop proof" but very resistant to heat and cuts.
Did I say it is thin, so it still fits in my pockets easily.
Verdict: 9/10
This has replaced my Carbon Fibre case (which was protective). This case is a MUST HAVE for any NOTE owners.
Sidenote: I also bought the GPS holder ($6) from the same seller "telegaming", it is also a high quality piece.

Need suggestion for horizontal leather belt holster.

I'm trying to find a decent horizontal leather holster for my new S3.
I'm talking about something that looks like the attached file. (apparently I am too lame yet to use a url)
I really like this case but I need it sooner than 2-3 weeks that it would take to ship from Hong Kong. So, if someone has an idea where I can find this case stateside or something similar that will hold the phone with a thin protective case like the Rock case. It should also either have 2 belt loops or a snap that keeps the clip from sliding off my belt.
Thanks.

Check your local ATT corporate store. I ordered a couple leather cases off of ebay and amazon but something was always wrong with them. Either felt cheap or to small to fit my GS3 with a thing case on it. The one at ATT cost as much as the 5 I ordered online but at least I could place my phone in it to see if it fits before I bought it. The case itself has two belt loops and a plastic clip that is not removable. It literally feels like it was made for the GS3 with a small case on it.
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I ended up ordering the one from ebay. I know the quality is likely to be bad, but I am extremely hard on these things. I have a hard time paying for a holster that is just going to be broken in 2 months anyway. Even the holsters I get from the stores are this way. In any case, I ordered the holster + black shell combo. I'll see about giving it a quick review when I get them in.
Thanks for the suggestions all.

screen outward facing belt clip case

I have spent 20+ hours trying to find a belt clip case offering moderate to extreme protection that allows the screen to face outward and have not been able to find a single case that meets my criteria.
I have dismissed the Otterbox Defender & Griffin Survivor because of their built in screen protectors and the Rokbed v3 because of the belt clip.
I found several inexpensive ones that do not offer enough protection including the Puregear Utilitarian.
Reason I don't want the built in screen protector is I use anti fingerprint protectors and removing the built in protectors is not an option because it leaves the adhesive residue.
I am at this point astounded at the difficulty I'm having finding a belt clip case for my new S3 and would be most grateful for any suggestions.

The OB defender screen plastic can be removed. Thats how i use mine, No screen plastic with a regular self adheseive film. Best thing i could of done to it. I havent had issues with the rubber stretching, but you can boil the rubber liner for 5 minutes then let it cool to make it shrink again.

I was going to order the Defender last night until I saw the reviews on Otter's website. 26 of 49 reviewers would not recommend it to a friend, many stated the outer rubber casing becomes lose after 2-3 months and previous Otter users said they were dissatisfied with the overall quality. There were various other complaints too. I was going to put up with the fingerprint smudges until I watched a You Tube review of the Griffin Survivor. I really don't want to have to take an exacto knife to a brand new fairly expensive case either.

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1952537

1slow4G,
Many, many thanks for posting the above link. It looks like removing the screen protector may be my only option as this Body Glove case may be my only option.( My guess is it is not anti-fingerprint.) The Tough Suit is more protective than the Body Glove case on my Captivate Galaxy S.
The below links for the Monaco aluminum case is exactly how my Captivate Body Glove case functions and I would have ordered it if it was a non-metal case. I have read on these forums that the aluminum degrades phone signal strength and can effect the GPS & NFC functions which leaves me wondering why anyone would use an aluminum case. The You Tube review states the 3 holes on the back of the Monaco case are to prevent phone radio & GPS interference but there is no mention of NFC interference and since the NFC tile is on the battery there is no hole in the battery area so I'm highly skeptical. In fact I'm going to start another thread asking for others thoughts and experiences with aluminum cases.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0091KZ6UO/ref=gno_cart_title_2
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BiRjUZjm2bc
An additional benefit to the removable belt clip used on my Captivate Body Glove (the Monaco does not have the kickstand feature) is the kickstand incorporated into the belt clip which allows both portrait & landscape orientation (a feature I use all of the time). I also like the ability to quickly remove the belt clip and store it in my center console cupholder when using my Akron car dock. (I'm thinking the Tough Suite holster is probably to large to fit in the cupholder.)
If anyone else has suggestions please post as I think after 20+ hours trying to find a case that does what my current case does I have reached the desperation stage.................lol. But seriously I had no clue it would be this difficult to replicate the case features and screen protector I now use.

I got this one http://www.case123.com/Ballistic-SG-MAXX-Rugged-Case-Samsung-Galaxy-S3-p/p01ssi930hy004bk_bal.htm from ebay for 9.95$ you can set the phone on the belt clip facing in or out. It also comes with a plastic screen protector, which is removable. I personally didn't like the screen protector, so I don't use it.
Youtube drop test
Ebay link It seems it was sold out, but I guess you could find a similar offer on ebay.
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jgaf said:
I got this one http://www.case123.com/Ballistic-SG-MAXX-Rugged-Case-Samsung-Galaxy-S3-p/p01ssi930hy004bk_bal.htm from ebay for 9.95$ you can set the phone on the belt clip facing in or out. It also comes with a plastic screen protector, which is removable. I personally didn't like the screen protector, so I don't use it.
Youtube drop test
Ebay link It seems it was sold out, but I guess you could find a similar offer on ebay.
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Did your case come in the actual Ballistic packaging shown in the You Tube review? Reason I'm asking is because the $9.95 price seems way too low and the video shows the holster has a large sticker on it stating the case is only designed for screen in insertion. If yours is the authentic Ballistic SG Maxx are you saying the phone is held as securely screen out as it is screen in? If yours is the authentic one and it does hold as securely screen out as screen in I'm scratching my head trying to figure out why Ballistic put the sticker on the holster. I certainly hope yours is authentic and the phone is just as secure screen out as screen in so I can order it and be done with what has become a ridiculous time consuming ordeal trying to find a case. Makes me wonder how many cases I may have seen that allow screen out or in holster placement but only show a picture of screen in so you have no way of knowing screen out is an option. At this point I'd gladly give up having a kickstand just to be done with trying to find a case.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XFnFdK-6mk
The below link from Amazon shows Ballistic SG Maxx cases ranging from $8 to $29 and I'm thinking the $8 ones are knockoffs considering the case is $50 on Ballistics's website but I may be wrong.
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_n...ywords=s3+ballistic+sg+maxx+holster+oem+black
I watched a You Tube review of the Seidio Active w/ kickstand & holster last weekend where the reviewer placed the phone in the holster face out for 2 seconds (and it seemed like he was fumbling with it) so I thought that was a case/holster combo that would work. I called Seidio customer support last Monday to verify the screen out holster placement and was told yes, screen in or screen out. I called again Wednesday to ask about the extended battery model & desktop cradle but this time was told the non-extended battery model could only be put screen in into the holster. So I called their Tech Support (rather than Customer Support) to get a definitive answer and the individual I spoke with actually went and got one of the cases and said the phone will not fit/attach securely screen out.

The sg maxx is 27 on ebay. Authentic
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mty msi said:
Did your case come in the actual Ballistic packaging shown in the You Tube review? Reason I'm asking is because the $9.95 price seems way too low and the video shows the holster has a large sticker on it stating the case is only designed for screen in insertion. If yours is the authentic Ballistic SG Maxx are you saying the phone is held as securely screen out as it is screen in? If yours is the authentic one and it does hold as securely screen out as screen in I'm scratching my head trying to figure out why Ballistic put the sticker on the holster. I certainly hope yours is authentic and the phone is just as secure screen out as screen in so I can order it and be done with what has become a ridiculous time consuming ordeal trying to find a case. Makes me wonder how many cases I may have seen that allow screen out or in holster placement but only show a picture of screen in so you have no way of knowing screen out is an option. At this point I'd gladly give up having a kickstand just to be done with trying to find a case.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XFnFdK-6mk
The below link from Amazon shows Ballistic SG Maxx cases ranging from $8 to $29 and I'm thinking the $8 ones are knockoffs considering the case is $50 on Ballistics's website but I may be wrong.
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_n...ywords=s3+ballistic+sg+maxx+holster+oem+black
I watched a You Tube review of the Seidio Active w/ kickstand & holster last weekend where the reviewer placed the phone in the holster face out for 2 seconds (and it seemed like he was fumbling with it) so I thought that was a case/holster combo that would work. I called Seidio customer support last Monday to verify the screen out holster placement and was told yes, screen in or screen out. I called again Wednesday to ask about the extended battery model & desktop cradle but this time was told the non-extended battery model could only be put screen in into the holster. So I called their Tech Support (rather than Customer Support) to get a definitive answer and the individual I spoke with actually went and got one of the cases and said the phone will not fit/attach securely screen out.
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Yeah you're right, my bad, it doesn't really work with the screen facing outwards. I haven't tried until today, I thought it would work since the case has the holes where it snaps the phone to the clip on both side. Either way its a pretty good case and clip, for cheap, AFAIK it's authentic. The seller was selling it as refurbished and it didn't come in an official Ballistic Box, but it has the logo on the case and the clip. Sorry about the confusion again , hope you find what you are looking for.

Belkin Max Grip Case + Fake Speck Candyshell Content

Back in October 2012 I bought a Speck Candyshell for my wife's GS3 (sold by "spdeals" and shipped by Amazon. I got free 2 day prime shipping too). I should have known something was up when it cost $15, versus $35 on Speck's website. Last week the rubber started to peel off, so I did some research online for a possible warranty claim. Turns out the Speck is a fake. I saw this youtube video and my Speck case met all the fake requirements.
So I got a Belkin Max Grip and I love it. Keep in mind I want the following in a case: 1 piece, hard plastic, covers all 4 corners/edges, and slim. If that's what you're looking for, then i strongly recommend the Belkin. The grey areas are silicone/rubber and provide great grip. The grey outline on the back of the case is slightly raised for better grip. Strangely Belkin doesn't have on their website, but Amazon carries it (where I bought it for $9.94). It must be discontinued.
http://www.amazon.com/Belkin-Grip-Samsung-Galaxy-White/dp/B009APBXZM

Nice looking case.
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here's a photo of the fake Candyshell. the rubber is soft and eventually tears over time. I have a real Candyshell on my Galaxy Note 2, which has tougher rubber.