I've been debating between getting the black vs silver version and I just thought of something this morning. Would scratches be more visible on the black version? I prefer the black version but if after a few months it has a bunch of visible white scratches then I would def prefer to get the silver. What do you guys think?
I want the black version too and now you made me paranoid haha hopefully it isn't silver with black coating
I imagine if the black one gets scratches, it will be silver underneath. If the silver one scratches, it will still be silvery underneath.
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I imagine if the black one gets scratches, it will be silver underneath. If the silver one scratches, it will still be silvery underneath.
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I agree, which makes me question black as my intended purchase, but I really think the black is the better look and will just have to try and keep it looking good.
It's stainless steel, not anodized aluminum. It'll take a hell of a lot to scratch it, but I don't know what process they used on the black.
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It's stainless steel, not anodized aluminum. It'll take a hell of a lot to scratch it, but I don't know what process they used on the black.
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I had a black steel watch years ago while in the military. It was my "work" watch. The black stayed black even after years of abuse. If they use then proper process to make the steel black it should wear just fine.
Thanks for your responses. I'm still not sure. The silver looks great too, so I might just get silver to just avoid the risk.
The best coating on watches is called PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) and is (usually) black. If they use that coating then you won't have to worry about it scratching. I hope they use it.
I would like the black version as well, I think it looks good and especially also smaller then the silver one
however, I'm afraid it will scratch quite easily going by the latest pictures form this italian blog
in one of the pictures, imo you can see 2 scratches right next to the strap:
http://www.lucaviscardi.eu/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/20140805_161039.jpg
could have come from a tool used to change the strap
2k4ever said:
i would like the black version as well, i think it looks good and especially also smaller then the silver one
however, i'm afraid it will scratch quite easily going by the latest pictures form this italian blog
in one of the pictures, imo you can see 2 scratches right next to the strap:
http://www.lucaviscardi.eu/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/20140805_161039.jpg
could have come from a tool used to change the strap
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ahhhhhh a scratch
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I would like the black version as well, I think it looks good and especially also smaller then the silver one
however, I'm afraid it will scratch quite easily going by the latest pictures form this italian blog
in one of the pictures, imo you can see 2 scratches right next to the strap:
http://www.lucaviscardi.eu/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/20140805_161039.jpg
could have come from a tool used to change the strap
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Might be the lighting, but yeah it looks like scratches to me. I ordered the silver one because of this. For $250 I'm not sure what kind of blackening process we can expect, but I will wait until reviews until I buy a 2nd black one, I'd like to be able to switch between the 2.
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The best coating on watches is called PVD (Physical Vapor Deposition) and is (usually) black. If they use that coating then you won't have to worry about it scratching. I hope they use it.
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a bit off-topic here, but the LG G Watch R seems to use that kind of coating:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JrQREak8WgI&feature=player_detailpage#t=185
maybe interesting for all of you who - like myself - are disappointed by the bad inital reports regarding Moto 360's battery life
did u guys saw the gallery from the italian guy that reviewed it last month??
on his gallery it was clearly visible that scratches on the coating revealed the silver underneath
thats why i have now chosen to take the silver even tho the black one is much sexier
chaco81 said:
did u guys saw the gallery from the italian guy that reviewed it last month??
on his gallery it was clearly visible that scratches on the coating revealed the silver underneath
thats why i have now chosen to take the silver even tho the black one is much sexier
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My exact thoughts! I have had the Pebble Steel in black and I dropped the thing when I was resizing it and fell on the carpet, and even that put a mark on the stupid band lol. Not a scratch, but the matte black was not matte in the areas where it fell. You couldn't see it straight on, but I knew it was there lol. These are the bands people are now using to replace the stock ones that can be bought at your local Best Buy.
I have a lot of other watches that are stainless/brushed steel so black, even though looks kicks ass wouldn't look so good on me. I'm constantly running into things like my 6 year old lol.
This was my exact thought and bought a silver one. Plus, I'm very used to a silver watch. It tends to go with everything. Black I am sure would too but I feel like silver metal bands are also easier to find in more variety.
I doubt the black watch was painted. Probably power coated or something which is very durable. As for scratches, it depends on how hard you hit it and on what surface. Personally, I'm waiting for tempered glass protectors for the face. I hate scratches on watch faces.
Has anyone gotten a black one yet and noticed any scratches?
If you like the black one but you are afraid of scratches, just get one of these full-body skins: http://www.amazon.com/Skinomi®-TechSkin-Replacement-Definition-Anti-Bubble/dp/B00J400P98
Cheers!
I dropped my black one on tile and nothing happened, I heard the case hit too... also I just scratched at it with a razor blade and you can see little lines in the reflection but it's still black :good:
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I dropped my black one on tile and nothing happened, I heard the case hit too... also I just scratched at it with a razor blade and you can see little lines in the reflection but it's still black :good:
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Could you post some close-up pictures of it? I'm too skeptical about buying a black one for this one reason that I read everywhere telling that the black surface if scratched will reveal the silver.. But I'm so much taken by the black, I wanna buy the black! Confused now!
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Could you post some close-up pictures of it? I'm too skeptical about buying a black one for this one reason that I read everywhere telling that the black surface if scratched will reveal the silver.. But I'm so much taken by the black, I wanna buy the black! Confused now!
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Go get the black version and then get a black Sharpie to touch it up as needed!
That's what I would do. ?
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I have this phone in black. I am interested in looking into "coloring" it. I would use a plastic based spraypaint for the battery cover, but I have no idea in what direction to go in for coloring the rest of the phone. I would be interested in making the sides a color very similar to the silver on the S3 and the front to be white. I know that I essentially just described the white variant of the S2, but what would be beautiful is that the samsung logo would no longer be visible and you would not see the buttons. Any ideas comments or concerns?
Most paints will scratch easily but if you have an airbrush they do have metalizer paints which do look similar to the chrome look your looking for
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Im not extremely worried about scratching because i do not drop it much. Also, if i noticed it scratching easily in my pocket or whatever i could always re paint it and put an invisible shield on it
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Im not extremely worried about scratching because i do not drop it much. Also, if i noticed it scratching easily in my pocket or whatever i could always re paint it and put an invisible shield on it
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Lol if you want to take spray pain to your phone go right ahead.. i can see a sprint tech already not wanting to work on it since its painted lol.. would look pretty nice though if it went smoothly.. but if painting it y go with somthin similar to whats already out? Might as well try to get an exchange for a white one lol
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I did something extremely similar to my Hero CDMA back before I got this phone and it went pretty smoothly(Can attach pics if requested) and Sprint had no problem repairing it when my End button went dead. I do not wanna spray paint the front of this phone however because it is covered by glass which the Hero was not.
I remember a thread earlier in the year where someone painted the battery door for a brushed silver look, though I couldn't find it. If my memory serves he had to wet sand with a super fine grit sand paper. I think it's not a bad idea to find a way to repaint in custom colors, or at least a variation not seen on phones. Interested in what you find out about this topic.
Yes I also saw the one about the battery door. He used sandpaper and chapstick haha. I was interested in doing a gunmetal silver also. I'm not usually a guy for color. I like simple variants of white and black on phones. I do know how to fix up the battery door as it is a separate part and it seems pretty easy, but I have no idea where to start with the shell and front. The shell might be decently easy once I disassemble if I use a non-water based paint made for light metals, but the front has me stumped. How can I get to it when it is covered by glass. I know the simple solution is to remove the glass, but after that does it go back on?
You could experiment with vinyl rather than paint on the front. I have ordered from metrorestyling.com before and they shipped fast.
I could use that on the sides too. Thank you so much for that.
So i ordered a grey bumper and have had it now for a few days and decided to tell you all my experience. The bumper has a very nice in hand feel, smooth and contoured nicely to the phones original shape. The case is also extremely light and adds minimal bulk about 1mm. The cutouts are all perfectly cut as this case is made for the Nexus and the application and removal of the case are easy and fluid. The only slight issue at first is the button feel which is a bit stiff but after using it for days it loosens up some and becomes second nature. I here alot of people *****ing about the price but afterr spending less on some cases that were tripe in the build quality and returning them all this case is quality. It also allows for the Qi charger to work through it. Last but not least i like the Nexusy design and the fact that it has Nexus etched on the back. I do not want to conceal the fact that i have a Nexus. here are some pictures if you have any questions just ask?
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and the last one
Sorry for the bad pics my sisters iphone 5
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Sorry for the bad pics my sisters iphone 5
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I too have this Case but I find that the longer i have it the more the sides of the case get washed out. THe colour is fading away. Do you have that 2?
First off, thanks for taking the time for the review.. How much of a lip does the case have.. Do you think one would be able to use the "Spigen Google Nexus 5 Screen Protector Glass Slim [Crystal] (0.23mm) GLAS.tR NANO SLIM (SGP10667)" tempered glass screen protector with the case..?
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I too have this Case but I find that the longer i have it the more the sides of the case get washed out. THe colour is fading away. Do you have that 2?
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No my gray case seems to be fine
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First off, thanks for taking the time for the review.. How much of a lip does the case have.. Do you think one would be able to use the "Spigen Google Nexus 5 Screen Protector Glass Slim [Crystal] (0.23mm) GLAS.tR NANO SLIM (SGP10667)" tempered glass screen protector with the case..?
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You're welcome and its possible although I do not use a screen protector
Awesome thanks.!
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Awesome thanks.!
Sent from another unlocked T-Mobile iPhone 5, Because they haven't delivered my Nexus 5..!
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No problem! hit that thanks button!
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I too have this Case but I find that the longer i have it the more the sides of the case get washed out. THe colour is fading away. Do you have that 2?
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Yeah the color on the gray one starts to get weird pretty quickly. I noticed the corners getting smudged and also picking up the color from my pants. I would hate to think how it would look after a few months.
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Yeah the color on the gray one starts to get weird pretty quickly. I noticed the corners getting smudged and also picking up the color from my pants. I would hate to think how it would look after a few months.
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Right, Same here. It also pickes up the colour of my pants. Not a lot. But every day a little bit. Hope to getting a black one.
I will def keep an eye on it but so far nothing , maybe its because I do not put it in my pants
How is the feeling when you hold it?
It's the same "rubber plastic" of the original phone or not?
Sayan1987 said:
How is the feeling when you hold it?
It's the same "rubber plastic" of the original phone or not?
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Pretty similar. Not 100% like it but it does have a matte smooth feel to it. Very nice in hand feel
To those who are receiving discoloration. Get a refund or exchange. I'm sure there is a warranty
Also, in regards to the discoloration, what happens if you wipe it? I know, basic question, but you never know.
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Also, in regards to the discoloration, what happens if you wipe it? I know, basic question, but you never know.
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i didn't bother to try using some cleaning fluid or soap on it, but it was more than something you could just wipe away with your hand. i don't know whether the color was like impregnated into the plastic or if it was just on the top. basically get the black one to avoid discoloration
I just orderd my black one.. About time..!
I might order a red one as well black is just to blah
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Does anyone own (or has seen) a White Nexus 5 which had it's battery cover replaced by a black one? I'm about to replace ny battery cover (white) and I was considering whether I should get another white one or instead buy a black one. The only thing that is holding me back is that I don't know how the matte back would look against the glossy sides my phone has. If anyone one has any pictures of what it would look like it would be great
Thanks!
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I have the opposite. Black front with white back. Looks good IMO
Currently my phone has a black front, glossy sides and a white back (the normal White N5). I went ahead and ordered a black back for it, so I'll post pictures once it arrives. Basically it should look like a black N5 with glossy sides and a white speaker.
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All combinations have been tried. There's a thread floating around here somewhere with the screenshots.
My black battery cover just arrived today Just to have something slightly different, I decided to polish the camera lens, making the trim silver instead of black, which I think contrasts well with the all black back. Here are some pictures of the results for those interested :
http://imgur.com/a/XvYb5
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My black battery cover just arrived today Just to have something slightly different, I decided to polish the camera lens, making the trim silver instead of black, which I think contrasts well with the all black back. Here are some pictures of the results for those interested :
http://imgur.com/a/XvYb5
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Nice. Question... it looks like it's a little bumpy/rough along the right side/edge of the lens. Is that an artifact of the polishing or something else? Otherwise I like the accent
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Nice. Question... it looks like it's a little bumpy/rough along the right side/edge of the lens. Is that an artifact of the polishing or something else? Otherwise I like the accent
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Thanks! The lens trim is a bit rough due to wear and tear (I use the phone without a cover so it's pretty much always resting on the lens). Polishing will not make the surface any rougher as all it does is wear of the paint layer. What I suggest though is that you take the lens part out of the phone to polish in order to avoid getting some of the polish inside the phone.
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Thanks! The lens trim is a bit rough due to wear and tear (I use the phone without a cover so it's pretty much always resting on the lens). Polishing will not make the surface any rougher as all it does is wear of the paint layer. What I suggest though is that you take the lens part out of the phone to polish in order to avoid getting some of the polish inside the phone.
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In that case, my attempt will have to wait another 6-8 months till I need to change the battery. Or I have some other reason to replace the back
I have the yellow bumper case, I have had it for the last 6 months and it starting discolor around the edges. But I do enjoy the black on yellow color.
So I just finished installing my skin and screen protector. They came out good and i'm super happy with them. All the cutouts match up well but i do have one small gripe. The removable back piece isnt exactly measured perfect. I got the install right.. i think... But it did go over onto the side of the front just a little. The only reason this is an issue is because i switch out my battery at least once a day. But i just heated up the skin and bent it up under where the back meets closes. It worked out. Here are some pics for ya'll. Let me know if you have questions. Sorry if the pics are big. Pics shot on Moto z force
Also if anyone was considering the blue carbon fiber, this picture does not do justice to the blue. It looks way better in person. Not as bright in person
Oh my! This is a beautiful thing! I love it!
at that point it pointless what color u get
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Kansatsusha said:
at that point it pointless what color u get
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What do you mean?
That looks good I have the grey and black wood grain on my g5. It's OK, but that groove they put around the back of the phone messed things up for having a seamless look like that. Can't wait till I get the v20
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That looks good I have the grey and black wood grain on my g5. It's OK, but that groove they put around the back of the phone messed things up for having a seamless look like that. Can't wait till I get the v20
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Yea thanks, it went on pretty easy. V20 is worth the upgrade
Gurule92 said:
What do you mean?
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When they release the other colors =3 you already covering the colors
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When they release the other colors =3 you already covering the colors
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That is true. No different than a case, but this way you can feel like your using a naked phone without putting your phone in too much danger
Has anyone found that Marble Dbrand Skin I'm looking for it
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Has anyone found that Marble Dbrand Skin I'm looking for it
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Lmk if you find it i too would like this
I wonder then Nilkin will release their favorite temp-glass/camera lens protector for V20? Skins are great and this one in particular but I wouldn't personally risk exposing [very fragile] large camera lens...
OP, how did you get the seams so perfect? I tried on mine and they look like crap compared to yours! I'm jealous!
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I wonder then Nilkin will release their favorite temp-glass/camera lens protector for V20? Skins are great and this one in particular but I wouldn't personally risk exposing [very fragile] large camera lens...
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I have a glass camera lens on my wide angle lens, but not the normal one, none of the glass protector I have is small enought for the normal one.
@OP, the skins looks good, and the cutting is very good, I checked Dbrands site, they dont have a clear one, I will have to pick one up from china, already have a clear carbon fibre on the back of my Sony xperia XP.
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I have a glass camera lens on my wide angle lens, but not the normal one, none of the glass protector I have is small enought for the normal one.
@OP, the skins looks good, and the cutting is very good, I checked Dbrands site, they dont have a clear one, I will have to pick one up from china, already have a clear carbon fibre on the back of my Sony xperia XP.
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That glass covering that one lens probably helps give it the wide view. Kind of almost fish eyed.
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That glass covering that one lens probably helps give it the wide view. Kind of almost fish eyed.
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No, i put a circular glass protector that fits into the groove of the existing plastic protector that covers the out part of the two camera lens.
pretty neat..i love how it covers up that line above the camera that splits down the middle...
oh...great work on the install...looks perfect!
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OP, how did you get the seams so perfect? I tried on mine and they look like crap compared to yours! I'm jealous!
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I didnt get it on first try i had to redo it a couple times but the hairdryer was the key, i lined up the bottom and then made sure it was nice and hot when i pulled up to make it stretch a little and reach all the sides i needed it to
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I have a glass camera lens on my wide angle lens, but not the normal one, none of the glass protector I have is small enought for the normal one.
@OP, the skins looks good, and the cutting is very good, I checked Dbrands site, they dont have a clear one, I will have to pick one up from china, already have a clear carbon fibre on the back of my Sony xperia XP.
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I believe they had a clean one on amazon by skinomi.
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I believe they had a clean one on amazon by skinomi.
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I will be in china in the next few days, I will pick one up, if I don't find one, i'll get one from korea.
Only fully body white case on the market is the Rhinoshield solidsuit. Everything else white are minimalist hard shell cases.
Took my old Spigen liquid clear tpu case and spray painted it white. Turned out way better than I thought.
https://imgur.com/a/M5jlxLx
Momotani-Hitoshi said:
Only fully body white case on the market is the Rhinoshield solidsuit. Everything else white are minimalist hard shell cases.
Took my old Spigen liquid clear tpu case and spray painted it white. Turned out way better than I thought.
https://imgur.com/a/M5jlxLx
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I did a simple google search and came up with a bunch of them, not sure what you're talking about:
https://www.google.com/search?q=white+bodyshield+cases+pixel+3+xl
You can even get one with built in lights:
https://lumee.com/products/lumee-duo-google-pixel-3xl-case
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I did a simple google search and came up with a bunch of them, not sure what you're talking about:
https://www.google.com/search?q=white+bodyshield+cases+pixel+3+xl
You can even get one with built in lights:
https://lumee.com/products/lumee-duo-google-pixel-3xl-case
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https://lumee.com/products/lumee-duo-google-pixel-3xl-case
Not exactly white, more like marble, and really $70 USD?
https://www.google.com/search?q=white+bodyshield+cases+pixel+3+xl
first product search result link is not white. It is transparent case with white flower artwork
2nd result hit Not really white. They are black case with printed decals slapped on the back
skim through more search hits, there are very few if not only 1-2. Wouldn't call that a "bunch". I've done the search many times, there are not many to out there on the market for pixel 3 xl. I've searched through amazon, ebay, aliexpress.
Challenge you to link me 5-10 on amazon.com that is full body pure white like the Rhinoshield solid suit . They are like the only one readily available. Peelcase has a kind of white one made of recycled stuff, but not really true white. Looks like recycled paper.
As a white-case connoisseur, my educated guess, after owning a billion of them for a billion phones, is I suspect they're not the favorite to produce for manufactures. Rubber and TPU, favorite materials for phone cases, stain VERY easily, and white ones turn irreversibly blue from blue jeans after only a couple days. They probably get a lot of customer complaints/returns. I pretty much gave up on finding nice solid-white cases. Either they stain RAPIDLY, or are made of very hard materials which are either bulky as hell or thin with terrible coverage (insufficient lip to set the phone face down without the screen touching the surface).
Otterbox is the one!!!
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As a white-case connoisseur, my educated guess, after owning a billion of them for a billion phones, is I suspect they're not the favorite to produce for manufactures. Rubber and TPU, favorite materials for phone cases, stain VERY easily, and white ones turn irreversibly blue from blue jeans after only a couple days. They probably get a lot of customer complaints/returns. I pretty much gave up on finding nice solid-white cases. Either they stain RAPIDLY, or are made of very hard materials which are either bulky as hell or thin with terrible coverage (insufficient lip to set the phone face down without the screen touching the surface).
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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07R28S854
Found one. I like it so far. We will see how easily it discolors or stain. https://imgur.com/a/AHRt4VC
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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07R28S854
Found one. I like it so far. We will see how easily it discolors or stain. https://imgur.com/a/AHRt4VC
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Does if feel "sticky" like some silicon cases do? Is there a good lip preventing the screen from touching a surface?
TIA
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Does if feel "sticky" like some silicon cases do? Is there a good lip preventing the screen from touching a surface?
TIA
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It isn't sticky. Actually kind of slippery. Feels more like a soft touch plastic. Lip is minimal. Description says 1.2mm, but if you put a TGSP it might be flush.
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It isn't sticky. Actually kind of slippery. Feels more like a soft touch plastic. Lip is minimal. Description says 1.2mm, but if you put a TGSP it might be flush.
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Thanks, the wife really prefers a white case. Still looking too.
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Thanks, the wife really prefers a white case. Still looking too.
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https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/183531573765
It's not full body had a opening at the bottom but pretty dam close and good looking
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https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/183531573765
It's not full body had a opening at the bottom but pretty dam close and good looking
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those are half price on Ali, and the bottom opening has always been sharp for me. to be fair, i haven't used one since probably the og pixel, but I'd had may previously and they all were sharp against my pinky
These cases are amazing, and the protection is good, consider buying a better screen protector though, you get a free one, and you can tell its free, but its good until you can buy more expensive screen protector. Not white though, but i bet there will be.
https://www.mobilefun.co.uk/by-brand/zizo
There was a great Speck brand case few years ago, for like the iPhone 7 or something, it was White, with black little corners, looked super cool, but never saw it again for any other phone.
https://www.speckproducts.com/apple...olor=799865728&cgidmaster=sptyp-st850#start=5
I would like this for my Pixel 3 XL