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Case recommendations ?

Does anyone have any recommendations for a case. I've has 2 Krusell cases, I like them, but they keep cracking. I also had the official one which I didn't really like - felt cheap.
Has anyone any recommendations? I'm thinking of the NGP Semi-Rigid Soft Shell Case. I want to still maintain the thin feel of the phone.

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Wrong thread but the Otter Box is great. I couldn't live without it.
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case-mate barerly there?

If I was you, I would go for the 's line' case from Ebay.
Why? It's cheap, very good build quality, protects the screen also and the most important for feature, grip at both sides.
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manmad said:
case-mate barerly there?
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Mine is starting to crack, fell out my hoodie pocket today about 1ft drop and the case has a crack on it. Also has another crack from when I dropped it at a house party but its barely noticeable.

case mate though, very, very good, i love it, and makes my mind rest, if my phone falls to the ground i will survive

SonicReducer said:
case mate though, very, very good, i love it, and makes my mind rest, if my phone falls to the ground i will survive
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I was looking at the case mates but they seem to be made of the same material as the Krusell, which cracked twice on me, also the fact that the camera cutout isn't entirely flush would be a bugbear for me.
Went into CPW at lunch to have a look, but they only had 2 cases! Hard to buy these things blind online.

sinkingfish said:
I was looking at the case mates but they seem to be made of the same material as the Krusell, which cracked twice on me, also the fact that the camera cutout isn't entirely flush would be a bugbear for me.
Went into CPW at lunch to have a look, but they only had 2 cases! Hard to buy these things blind online.
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im using the case-mate tough right now for a few months and i must say that it looks very very strong!
Its a good quality product.
What the **** do you do with your phone that you break so many cases?

My barely there is cracking after 3 weeks. I hope it stops cracking haha

007Arc said:
If I was you, I would go for the 's line' case from Ebay.
Why? It's cheap, very good build quality, protects the screen also and the most important for feature, grip at both sides.
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Good shout mate, I have a s line and casemate barely there, use the s line when i'm at work and barely there the rest of the time. both really good quality.

pd81 said:
Good shout mate, I have a s line and casemate barely there, use the s line when i'm at work and barely there the rest of the time. both really good quality.
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Normally I don't like cases on my phones, but I had to take one also for work so my phone won't get scratched. But because I like the s line so much, I keep it on whole the time
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I'm amazed with all the positive comments for such a cheap case. Ordered one on eBay, might still keep an eye out for another though.
Having said that the phone feels so much better without a cover.
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MOTOX full body protection with XtremeGuard for $2 with FS

Apply the code "XtremeSALE" at checkout.
Xtremeguard for MOTO X: http://www.xtremeguard.com/Motorola-Moto-X-Screen-Protectors-p/motmotx00xgrds.htm#.UiJJgDZch0Q

Yea it's cheap but is it worth it? Does it mess up the back or how it feels?

ShamanicEnzan said:
Yea it's cheap but is it worth it? Does it mess up the back or how it feels?
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I am also debating on the back protection. But for $2, why not?

Xtremeguard has excellent coverage but they are xtremely tacky, no slip, no slide which is good for the back piece.
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has excellent coverage but they are xtremely tacky, no slip, no slide which is good for the back

Expired. Damn.

mau006 said:
Expired. Damn.
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I was just able to order using "labor85"

ender255 said:
I was just able to order using "labor85"
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nice.
i just ordered 15 for $11.

good deal for under a buck a piece. they are pretty decent actually. wet install, simple, perfect.

80% off deal is back. Code: Fall80
MOTO X protector : http://www.xtremeguard.com/Motorola-Moto-X-Screen-Protectors-p/motmotx00xgrds.htm#.UkmrDYZch0Q

freeintruth said:
80% off deal is back. Code: Fall80
MOTO X protector : http://www.xtremeguard.com/Motorola-Moto-X-Screen-Protectors-p/motmotx00xgrds.htm#.UkmrDYZch0Q
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Just picked up 3 full body and 4 screen protectors. Big thanks to you for this. Hmmm now I guess I'm gonna have to buy the phone now.

At 80% off, I couldn't resist giving these a try, went and ordered 5 body wraps. I'll let you all know how they work out.
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can anyone using this with the full body protection tell me if it covers the back and sides of the moto x or just the back and how good is the back cover? thanks

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can anyone using this with the full body protection tell me if it covers the back and sides of the moto x or just the back and how good is the back cover? thanks
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The "full body" just cover the back itself, doesn't cover the sides, top or bottom. All in all, it's pretty good, all the cut outs are pretty dead on... Except for the front face ear piece, it's cut so that there it about 1/16" of uncovered screen on the right and then about 5/8" on the left... My ocd is screaming at this, but I'm sure I will get over it. (Edit shortly after posting this I realized there are two sensors to the left of the ear piece, lol... With the black front they are nearly invisible)
Ultimately, not bad for 2 bucks.
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85%off coupon is back again: apply "85off2" at check out.
http://www.xtremeguard.com/Motorola-Moto-X-Screen-Protectors-p/motmotx00xgrds.htm#.UoCHbGHnaAg

freeintruth said:
85%off coupon is back again: apply "85off2" at check out.
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You guys convinced me. I won't even own the phone for probably 2 months and I bought 4 covers. LOL

bclenney said:
You guys convinced me. I won't even own the phone for probably 2 months and I bought 4 covers. LOL
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In case anyone needs a code, currently (12/3) the following just worked for me:
Mystery = 10% off
Cyber85 = 85% off
They also stacked together
Just got 9 front/back and 1 back only, came out to $14.30.
Thanks again for point these guys out.
1 Question, do you really need to use soapy water? Or if the device is brand new can you just use regular water? (Thinking the soap might be the cause of the rainbow effect)
Thanks

Picked up 3 fronts and a back for 2.10 on Black friday!
put the front on and ****ed one up it seems to work pretty well. has that rubbery feel to it which is fine with me.
only complaint is a slight orange peel texture (look) to it.

FYI the Cyber85 still works, just ordered the full body skin for $1.60

Just ordered 3 body kits for $4. Cyber85 still works!
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Simple Camera Adjustment

I can feel the hate pouring in now, but I'm gonna go ahead and post this anyway..
I realized I hated using a case on the N5, but the reason I chose to was because of the exposed camera. Even the slimmest case was too big. On all my precious devices, I always went caseless.
So naturally, being the poor college student I am, I pulled out the electric tape and cut a strip that went cleanly from the left side to right, and went right I over the camera. Then I pulled off the piece, and used an exact knife to cut a piece out of the center for the actual camera.
Again, I'm a poor college student that's in love with Android, so this was my best option. It gives the phone this weird industrial feel and look to it, which honestly grew on me. The first 5minutes or so I thought to myself "wow, this is dumb", but I promise you it isn't as bad as what you may think.
Well..I asked for it, let's hear the hate.
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you're still leaving the camera exposed, you got to tape all of it.

It's no lip that'll keep away dust and dirt..So don't drag it on a desk or whatnot, but for the most part it's okay to put it down on a table and not have to worry about that outer ring getting scratched up like others have noticed
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I don't understand why people would hate on it because it is your phone anyway. Do whatever you want with it.
The only thing that in my mind would seem confusing is I know you say you are a poor college student but you purchased a phone that costs $349 + shipping + tax. Why not spend the extra $10-15 to get like a front and back protector from BSE or get a skin. They would contain cutouts that cover the camera glass. Offer that extra little bit of protection.

ZenithHammerhead said:
I can feel the hate pouring in now, but I'm gonna go ahead and post this anyway..
I realized I hated using a case on the N5, but the reason I chose to was because of the exposed camera. Even the slimmest case was too big. On all my precious devices, I always went caseless.
So naturally, being the poor college student I am, I pulled out the electric tape and cut a strip that went cleanly from the left side to right, and went right I over the camera. Then I pulled off the piece, and used an exact knife to cut a piece out of the center for the actual camera.
Again, I'm a poor college student that's in love with Android, so this was my best option. It gives the phone this weird industrial feel and look to it, which honestly grew on me. The first 5minutes or so I thought to myself "wow, this is dumb", but I promise you it isn't as bad as what you may think.
Well..I asked for it, let's hear the hate.
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well its not looking that much weired but you can also mail to have a give away case from some case manufacturers as quite often they offer give aways...companies like Zagg, Casemate, otterbox, Amzer and many more are there...you can attach that pic with your mail then they will surely consider your case... but still I would say being a poor college boy you dare to carry this N5 then do one more dare to carry a good case not much pricey one...... to make your N5 more safe and secure one...

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I don't understand why people would hate on it because it is your phone anyway. Do whatever you want with it.
The only thing that in my mind would seem confusing is I know you say you are a poor college student but you purchased a phone that costs $349 + shipping + tax. Why not spend the extra $10-15 to get like a front and back protector from BSE or get a skin. They would contain cutouts that cover the camera glass. Offer that extra little bit of protection.
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Oh don't get me wrong, I bought three cases and thought they were too big. As for skins, they're mostly "carbon fiber", which are ridiculously slippery in my hands, and I'm not a fan of wet apply skins, so. Yup. And screen protectors for the back? On this phone? If you know of one..please link it...I don't think it's possible to have a screen protector on a bent soft touch back..
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I'll send you a spigen ultra hybrid clear back case. Just pay shipping.

davwman said:
I'll send you a spigen ultra hybrid clear back case. Just pay shipping.
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While I appreciate the gracious offer, I'll let you keep it. I'm a fan of spigen, but I'd feel too bad taking that from you. Thank you though.

$5 and its yours

ZenithHammerhead said:
Oh don't get me wrong, I bought three cases and thought they were too big. As for skins, they're mostly "carbon fiber", which are ridiculously slippery in my hands, and I'm not a fan of wet apply skins, so. Yup. And screen protectors for the back? On this phone? If you know of one..please link it...I don't think it's possible to have a screen protector on a bent soft touch back..
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Here you go. You can check around the forums, Best Skins Ever has a good rep and I have been using them for my past three phones.
http://www.bestskinsever.com/cell-p...ode=list&?mode=list&&key=13854893392042838871
Uh ok I just read your post more carefully, say don't like wet apply. This is wet apply.

Spigen slim armor nexus 5

Any tip on how to remove spigen slim armor from nexus 5?
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I usually keep the two pieces together, just take it off starting from one of the sides.

PsychDrummer said:
I usually keep the two pieces together, just take it off starting from one of the sides.
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Is that how you put it on too, keep the pieces together? I should be getting mine today.

t1.8matt said:
Is that how you put it on too, keep the pieces together? I should be getting mine today.
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Yeah, it's easier that way.

PsychDrummer said:
Yeah, it's easier that way.
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Thanks man, can't wait to give it a go. I'm actually excited to get this case. Fedex can't get here fast enough.

t1.8matt said:
Thanks man, can't wait to give it a go. I'm actually excited to get this case. Fedex can't get here fast enough.
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No problem. The only issue I've been having with it is that it tends to collect dust on the phone. Along the edges and inside the cutouts. Let me know if you experience the same issue.

PsychDrummer said:
No problem. The only issue I've been having with it is that it tends to collect dust on the phone. Along the edges and inside the cutouts. Let me know if you experience the same issue.
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I kinda like keeping my phone clean so I wouldn't let dust collect anyways but we'll see what happens. For some reason I don't think it's getting delivered today even though it says it's in transit.

I bought several cases so far and always end up going back to Slim Armor. It adds a bit of bulk but the protection is great. I actually dropped my phone 3 times from about pocket height on ceramic tiles and tarmac and once when my 9mo son smashed it on the marble table. Took the phone out and not a single damage on it. I admire the stealthy look of the black one plus the cut out are very precise. Only downside is the bottom part where the micro USB port sits has a slight gap that do tend to collect dust but I can live with that
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My Slim Armor case has been in my city for 5 day's and they won't let me pick it up. Damn FedEx. I ordered a case from Trident after I ordered the Spigen and I'm already getting that one today. Irritating. How long has it taken people ordering this case from Amazon to receive theirs?

bushako said:
I bought several cases so far and always end up going back to Slim Armor. It adds a bit of bulk but the protection is great. I actually dropped my phone 3 times from about pocket height on ceramic tiles and tarmac and once when my 9mo son smashed it on the marble table. Took the phone out and not a single damage on it. I admire the stealthy look of the black one plus the cut out are very precise. Only downside is the bottom part where the micro USB port sits has a slight gap that do tend to collect dust but I can live with that
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Thanks, I use the case but I haven't really dropped it yet (luckily). Was wondering if the protection was really good on it. Of course drops vary and anyone can get unlucky but it's still nice to hear.
t1.8matt said:
My Slim Armor case has been in my city for 5 day's and they won't let me pick it up. Damn FedEx. I ordered a case from Trident after I ordered the Spigen and I'm already getting that one today. Irritating. How long has it taken people ordering this case from Amazon to receive theirs?
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I was actually in a rush to get mine because I didn't want to walk around too long without a case so I paid for two day shipping. It is prime eligible though. Most items that are prime eligible even if you don't have prime and choose the 3-5 day shipping it gets there fairly quickly. At least in my experience.

PsychDrummer said:
Thanks, I use the case but I haven't really dropped it yet (luckily). Was wondering if the protection was really good on it. Of course drops vary and anyone can get unlucky but it's still nice to hear.
I was actually in a rush to get mine because I didn't want to walk around too long without a case so I paid for two day shipping. It is prime eligible though. Most items that are prime eligible even if you don't have prime and choose the 3-5 day shipping it gets there fairly quickly. At least in my experience.
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I'm just anxious cause it really looks one a great case and it's ridiculous to have a package sit a couple miles from your house for 5 days. It was sent FedEx smart post, which goes from shipper, to FedEx, then to my post office. Doesn't sound too smart to me.

I laugh at the online reviews of this case, where the reviewer separates the two halves and then struggles to put the case on the phone.
It is a two piece case, but it is made to be used like a one piece case.
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t1.8matt said:
I'm just anxious cause it really looks one a great case and it's ridiculous to have a package sit a couple miles from your house for 5 days. It was sent FedEx smart post, which goes from shipper, to FedEx, then to my post office. Doesn't sound too smart to me.
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This really is a fantastic case! Only complaint I would throw out there is coming from the diztronic tpu case this thing is slippery as hell compared to the phone or the diztronic but I love the looks and seems like this case would for sure withstand a good fall.
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twister99403 said:
This really is a fantastic case! Only complaint I would throw out there is coming from the diztronic tpu case this thing is slippery as hell compared to the phone or the diztronic but I love the looks and seems like this case would for sure withstand a good fall.
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Sounds good. I should hopefully have it tomorrow as I seen my post office FINALLY has it. Keep my fingers crossed, especially since I'm disappointed in another case I got today.

Is there a certain way you put the phone in the case? I know you keep the two parts together but how do you start the phone in the case and get it the rest of the way in?

Volume buttons first. Doesn't really matter.
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I can say I'm very pleased with the Slim Armor. Install was simple. Very good looking case, got the black one. Very clean looking. I will say that the power button is a tad harder to push, but nothing to give a negative review about, definitely no where near as hard to push as the Zerolemon battery case for my Galaxy Nexus. All in all, very much worth the money and the wait I had to get it.

It's too big. Sent back
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t1.8matt said:
I can say I'm very pleased with the Slim Armor. Install was simple. Very good looking case, got the black one. Very clean looking. I will say that the power button is a tad harder to push, but nothing to give a negative review about, definitely no where near as hard to push as the Zerolemon battery case for my Galaxy Nexus. All in all, very much worth the money and the wait I had to get it.
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I cut both buttons from the rest of the case on one side, so now they press a lot easier.

Lownita said:
I cut both buttons from the rest of the case on one side, so now they press a lot easier.
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What do you mean you cut them? You cut the rubber button covers completely off so the buttons are exposed?

LOVE Mei Waterproof Dustproof Metal Cover case Gorilla Glass for Mi3

I took the case 23 days to reach me from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia. When I finally receive it, it came with defect. The buttons are all not align, the speaker output too.
I can't press the back button.
Luckily I paid using paypal (dispute ticket open), wish otterbox would create a case for MI 3 any soon.

adkz said:
I took the case 23 days to reach me from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia. When I finally receive it, it came with defect. The buttons are all not align, the speaker output too.
I can't press the back button.
Luckily I paid using paypal (dispute ticket open), wish otterbox would create a case for MI 3 any soon.
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It looks ugly bro... I ordered this one..
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adkz said:
I took the case 23 days to reach me from Hong Kong to Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia. When I finally receive it, it came with defect. The buttons are all not align, the speaker output too.
I can't press the back button.
Luckily I paid using paypal (dispute ticket open), wish otterbox would create a case for MI 3 any soon.
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I really don't think that case is waterproof.
[email protected] said:
It looks ugly bro... I ordered this one..
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If that is aluminium, you could have problems with phone and wifi signals.

[email protected] said:
It looks ugly bro... I ordered this one..
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I don't mind it being ugly or what ever, as long it protect my phone as I am usually out in the field. I would prefer otterbox but they have not created any case for mi3.
Also if yours is aluminium, I have one too in this attach pic. Look how is the condition after a month
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I really don't think that case is waterproof.
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Me too, I have otterbox armor for my siii and yes it is waterproof. Better quality for a price, I never expected Love Mei to give me some crap workmanship and best part is they offered me 5USD to send it for repair lol which I rejected, then they offered 10USD still I rejected. It is not even half the amount I paid for, all together I paid like 28USD and they are offering me 10USD only?
I hope paypal will refund me the full amount, or half will do too. As for the case, I do believe they should send someone to collect from me rather then me paying the shipping price again :|

Hi all.
I have the same case for my MI3 but mine is almost perfect, , the only issue is the power button. I have to push hard the button for it to work.
But is the only problem for mine.
P.S. - Sorry for my bad English

adkz said:
I don't mind it being ugly or what ever, as long it protect my phone as I am usually out in the field. I would prefer otterbox but they have not created any case for mi3.
Also if yours is aluminium, I have one too in this attach pic. Look how is the condition after a month
Me too, I have otterbox armor for my siii and yes it is waterproof. Better quality for a price, I never expected Love Mei to give me some crap workmanship and best part is they offered me 5USD to send it for repair lol which I rejected, then they offered 10USD still I rejected. It is not even half the amount I paid for, all together I paid like 28USD and they are offering me 10USD only?
I hope paypal will refund me the full amount, or half will do too. As for the case, I do believe they should send someone to collect from me rather then me paying the shipping price again :|
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Lol.. What have u done with that cover.. U r righy bro otterbox or cover u have can protect ur mobile.. :thumbup:
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reneftw said:
I really don't think that case is waterproof.
If that is aluminium, you could have problems with phone and wifi signals.
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U r wrong.. Aluminium is good conductor.. That can be in ur case :sly:
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[email protected] said:
U r wrong.. Aluminium is good conductor.. That can be in ur case :sly:
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Lol.
Search online: "aluminum case signal problems"

reneftw said:
Lol.
Search online: "aluminum case signal problems"
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Try search signal problem in otterbox..
.. Covers have minimal effect on signal.. These are just people perception..
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I manage to get a full refund Lol

i had this case, no problem for me!

Nice Case
I'm thinking to buy one of that... do you think is useful or silicon is better? How much it costs more-less?

Some badly designed metal covers does cause poor signal and call drops. I used a cheap metal case and I experienced it.
I returned the case and switched to nillikin frosted cover. Looks great, protects well (sec mic covered though).

sushd99 said:
Some badly designed metal covers does cause poor signal and call drops. I used a cheap metal case and I experienced it.
I returned the case and switched to nillikin frosted cover. Looks great, protects well (sec mic covered though).
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The only part of this case that is aluminum is the outer edge and on the bottom a couple inch's by the camera, the rest is rubber, plastic and glass. Besides it don't matter what case you use the signal loss will not have any significant effect or you would lose signal every time you went into a building (cement enclosures are an exception as they are very thick). Your loss of signal is due to the poor quality radios in these phones and your carriers cheap tower output. I have had 3 of these cases all of them worked just fine if you didn't mind it bulking your phone up a quarter inch all the way around its borders. I have had my phone out of this case for 3 months now and the signal has remained the same 2 to 3 bars sometimes no signal sometimes 4 to 5 bars but on average 2 & 3 bars of reception.
Just be sure you order the right case for your phone as the buttons in the case are different for the mi3w vs the mi4w and this is probably why petiole are having button issues. I love the extremely thick glass in them though I think it's just tempered glass and not true gorilla glass as it is not really all that scratch resistant but when you can pick them up for under $15 shipped who cares.
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As far as waterproof goes no it's not waterproof as that is virtually impossible to do with a case and I believe is just poor translation. Highly water resistant is more correct. It stops water really well from your dangerous areas (charging port and headset jack) which could cause a bad short but it will slowly seep into both your speakers. I through mine into a mud puddle for a few minutes and it came out playing music but started freaking out for a few hours while trying to use it (mostly functions on the bottom of the device such as the home, back buttons, the 2 apps next to the app drawer and trying to hit return and send button on the keyboard or messenger was impossible). The second time it got wet from getting soaked by a downpour of rain and it started freaking out I tried simply removing the phone from the case and it worked fine it was just condensation under the glass. They are cheap cases and do break down after a few months losing their adhesive that keeps the buttons and screen sealed to the aluminum frame. I give the case a 7 out of 10 as it does a great job protecting it from daily water problems such as you accidentally drop it into a toilet or pitcher of beer or a puddle of water and retrieve it quickly because the cloth used over the speakers dramatically slows water seepage to a slow drip. It does a great job at protecting your phone as my first case proved when it fell onto the concrete from my coat pocket which was a 5 or more foot drop as I was climbing down from a railcar. Plus you can get them on eBay cheap if your not picky on color. I paid $13 shipped for my last one
The reason I docked it 3 points is because
1. The so called gorilla glass 3 is a flat out lie (it is an insanely thick piece of glass though that made me like it) that scratched easily over time but wasn't unbearable like film screen protectors get plus it not being truly waterproof.
2. The screws are easy to over tighten and strips the threading on the aluminum case if your not careful plus if you don't use locktight can vibrate themselves free and fall out on you if you have a job say as a forklift driver where your phone has constant vibrations.
3. The sealant which seals the glass and buttons eventually breaks down and allows condensation to build up from humidity in the air which will make your phone spaz out kind of like but not as extreme as if you just got it wet until you let it dry out or take it out of the case and wipe down the screen after a period of 6-12 months.
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i snort flour said:
The only part of this case that is aluminum is the outer edge and on the bottom a couple inch's by the camera, the rest is rubber, plastic and glass. Besides it don't matter what case you use the signal loss will not have any significant effect or you would lose signal every time you went into a building (cement enclosures are an exception as they are very thick). Your loss of signal is due to the poor quality radios in these phones and your carriers cheap tower output. I have had 3 of these cases all of them worked just fine if you didn't mind it bulking your phone up a quarter inch all the way around its borders. I have had my phone out of this case for 3 months now and the signal has remained the same 2 to 3 bars sometimes no signal sometimes 4 to 5 bars but on average 2 & 3 bars of reception.
Just be sure you order the right case for your phone as the buttons in the case are different for the mi3w vs the mi4w and this is probably why petiole are having button issues. I love the extremely thick glass in them though I think it's just tempered glass and not true gorilla glass as it is not really all that scratch resistant but when you can pick them up for under $15 shipped who cares.
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Well in my case, with the metal case on, I used to get 1 bar, but when I removed the case it increased to 3 bars (at the same location). As I mentioned, mine was a cheap, badly designed with case covering the antenna part. Bad design or not, metal cases will have some effect on network strength, here are some articles:
https://jetcityninja.wordpress.com/...-cases-will-affect-cellphone-signal-strength/
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2204332

sushd99 said:
Well in my case, with the metal case on, I used to get 1 bar, but when I removed the case it increased to 3 bars (at the same location). As I mentioned, mine was a cheap, badly designed with case covering the antenna part. Bad design or not, metal cases will have some effect on network strength, here are some articles:
https://jetcityninja.wordpress.com/...-cases-will-affect-cellphone-signal-strength/
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2204332
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Must have been 1 crappy case. I never experienced any less signal with this case than without it. The radios in these phones are junk. I can sit my phone on the table without a case and watch it drop from 4 bars to 2 bars and go back to 3 or 4 bars hours later.
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