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[Q] Best thin case for Captivate

What is the best thinnest case for the samsung captivate!

Don't know what your parameter for "thin" is but I found the TPU cases from ebay to be the best. I had tried a BodyGlove case and a generic silicone case but found them too thick (the silicone case looked ugly too IMO - dull & attracted too much lint). The TPU case I got from ebay has been great - glossy yet grippy. Adds about a mm top & bottom.

I have tried three different cases and found that thr "Body Glove" seems to be the one I end up using the most. It is very thin, tight fitting and feels good while holding the phone. There are really several good choices around. This is of course IMHO.
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i use the bodyglove case with the diagonal lines on the back. my brother uses the sedio one that snaps in 2 and has the smooth body. the body glove is a little thinner and looks more stylish. both are around 15-20 dollars. i prefer the body glove one because of the back actually, just adds a little touch to an otherwise plain looking phone. both are nice because they dont pick up dust and lint like the cheapo 2 dollar ones. you can tell quality by the seams of the rubber and smell. you get what you pay for. if your phone is worth 400, why spend 2 dollars on a case right?

fastkx450 said:
What is the best thinnest case for the samsung captivate!
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How much protection are you wanting exactly?

Just picked up the Body Glove yesterday. Really like it, doesn't collect dust and very thin. Good fit also.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003VQS43U/ref=oss_product
Cheap, looks good (can't really see the pattern except at a certain angle), protects great, and is the thinnest protective case I've seen.

Check these out. They are not as sticky as regular silicone skins and they are fairly thin + cheap.
http://cgi.ebay.com/WHITE-TPU-CASE-...137991?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3cb26715c7
http://cgi.ebay.com/SMOKE-Crystal-S...139274?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item5d2d4f700a
http://cgi.ebay.com/BLACK-TPU-SKIN-...791504?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item415455ec90
http://cgi.ebay.com/ORANGE-TPU-SKIN...810059?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item19c287018b
6 for 11$
http://cgi.ebay.com/6-x-Color-TPU-G...296126?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item3f06a32a3e
http://cgi.ebay.com/2x-Tpu-Gel-Case...544565?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item5ade97c375
http://cgi.ebay.com/Red-TPU-Crystal...340454?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item19c2cc2266

Body Glove is pretty darn thin. I have one but I replaced it with the Otterbox Commuter, just to change things up. Commuter is a bit thicker but I don't mind it at all so I am sticking with it. I do recommend the Body Glove though. Good sleeve.

Plus one for body glove.
Its perfect. Smooth enough that it comes out of pocket easy, but grippy enuff that I can throw it on dashboard without it flying off with the first turn I make.
I also think it looks great, fits perfectly, and I can hold the phone without dropping it-which is the reason I wanted it in the first place

are you looking for a hard case or skin? body glove or a tpu skin is your best bet for the thinnest protection but if you want a hard case then check out Seidio innocase surface

I just got a Xmatrix case (I think its a knock off as its not rubberized anywhere) but the fit is great and gives you a near naked feel. Covers the back and adds a bit to the front edge so the screen does not touch a flat surface if you lay it face down.

MobileNick said:
Don't know what your parameter for "thin" is but I found the TPU cases from ebay to be the best. I had tried a BodyGlove case and a generic silicone case but found them too thick (the silicone case looked ugly too IMO - dull & attracted too much lint). The TPU case I got from ebay has been great - glossy yet grippy. Adds about a mm top & bottom.
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I just ordered one of these today, sounds like a good one.

Amzer argyle for $4
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http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290487171195&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
I just ordered this case - its the slimmest/nicest looking imho, I am currently using the otterbox defender case - which i like, its a bit on the bulky side, but does offer excellent protection - my only real complaint with it is that its a pain to get the the battery if needed - have to take the rubber off, then separate the case and remove the phone from it to gain access to the back cover...

jgc121 said:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290487171195&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
I just ordered this case - its the slimmest/nicest looking imho, I am currently using the otterbox defender case - which i like, its a bit on the bulky side, but does offer excellent protection - my only real complaint with it is that its a pain to get the the battery if needed - have to take the rubber off, then separate the case and remove the phone from it to gain access to the back cover...
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Looks just like a TPU case which if you don't mind having a not as fancy case you can get the Amzer one on amazon for $5 shipped and the knockoff ones on ebay for about $3-4 shipped. But the case you linked to is one very nice looking case.

All nice looking cases. I may have to try the TPU out. Looks nice.
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bay_wolf said:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003VQS43U/ref=oss_product
Cheap, looks good (can't really see the pattern except at a certain angle), protects great, and is the thinnest protective case I've seen.
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That Amzer case does it's job very well. It protects, looks good, thin and is subtle in a good way. The fact that it is now ~$6.00 makes it an absolute steal. I usually don't buy cheap stuff for my phone (or for anything for that matter) but this case performs like a $20 case.
Only issue I have with it is that mine seem to be less snug than it was when I first got it. I only take off my case when I have to do a battery pull so it's a bit surprising that it got loose so easily. I recently bought a Otterbox Commuter to replace this case because I was getting bored with it but I wouldn't say I changed because it was necessary; it was just cause I was bored and I found a good deal for it.

+1 for the xmatrix case. It's a hard case but very slim and is a good fit without any movement or shuffling. Plus, there is a minor lip on the front so you can rest it face down.
It snaps on in the back...just one piece.

Body glove for sure best slim streamline case
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I can't decide... (yep another case thread)

I wanted a as slim as possible case and I wanted it to protect all the way around the perimeter of the phone. Here are the choices (in order from first to last), help me decide.
Rearth Ringke Slim - At $28 it's a bit expensive and it doesn't cover the sides. Also looks to be less grippy since it's hard smooth plastic.
BoxWave Blackout - I'm worried it's thicker than a case like the Rearth, but with that said it protects all around and is really cheap at $12. I think the material is more rubber like which sounds more appealing to a gloss hard case. Not many reviews anywhere for this case.
elago G4elago G4 - I'm not sure about this case in general.
Thanks for your input.

Personally I like the Leather style flip cases, The one that doubles up as a wallet.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BLACK-WAL..._MobilePhonesCasesPouches&hash=item3374db7913
I would never pay more than £10 (delivered) for a case.

in terms of slimness i've basically narrowed it down to two giants.
1. sgp ultra thin
2. casemate barely there.
not sure which ones better but from what i can tell they're pretty much the same, both at a hefty 25 bucks.
anyways, i'm in the same boat as you. XD
not sure which case to get.

vipfreak said:
I wanted a as slim as possible case and I wanted it to protect all the way around the perimeter of the phone. Here are the choices (in order from first to last), help me decide.
Rearth Ringke Slim - At $28 it's a bit expensive and it doesn't cover the sides. Also looks to be less grippy since it's hard smooth plastic.
BoxWave Blackout - I'm worried it's thicker than a case like the Rearth, but with that said it protects all around and is really cheap at $12. I think the material is more rubber like which sounds more appealing to a gloss hard case. Not many reviews anywhere for this case.
elago G4elago G4 - I'm not sure about this case in general.
Thanks for your input.
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I have the rearth and it is very slim, the only down side it is a beeeoootch to take off (i have a dock/charger for the phone) and if you take it on and off a lot it cracks and the part closet to the usb port cover, nothing earth shattering it actually makes it much easier to take the case off - that and the sgp ultra clear and it is almost like having nothing on the phone at all.

I have used diztronic cases for the last year (for my SII and now my N7000). They are very similar to the boxweave case you posted.
http://www.amazon.com/Diztronic-Fle...0386413&sr=8-3&keywords=diztronic+galaxy+note
As you know TPU protects like a silicon case but doesn't stick in your pocket or collect lint and dust due to it not being "sticky" feeling. I recently sold my SII for over $300 after 8 months of daily use because my SII was in perfect condition as a result of being in a diztronic tpu case. No, I never dropped the phone on cement or anything but I dropped my SII on the carpet from 5+ feet and the phone was unchanged when I picked it up. Didn't pop out of case or battery, etc. Because the tpu cases have a 1/8 or so "lip" on the front they also allow the phone to be placed face down on flat surfaces. IMHO and experience, a good tpu case is all you need to fully protect your phone unless you work in construction or somehow expect to drop it on cement.
So, my vote goes to the boxweave or diztronic cases. BTW I got 2 diztronics for $14 from amazon, the black matte and smoke matte. Great deal!

^I'm actually thinking of getting a real cheap TPU case like that I can mod. My ideal case is a TPU Bumper, maybe the Boxwave Black out without the back part but have the vol and power buttons cut out. I guess it's just not feasible so far... ?
Anyway, Thanks for the input so far guys, keep it coming.

bumper TPU from Amazon
I'm actually thinking of getting a real cheap TPU case like that I can mod. My ideal case is a TPU Bumper, maybe the Boxwave Black out without the back part but have the vol and power buttons cut out. I guess it's just not feasible so far... ?
first post here,
I have one of these.
search amazon for bumper cases.
I'm not allowed to post urls.
I like it, I have it on right now. What I have is different from what's
in the pictures. No cutouts for the buttons and the other cutouts are not
as big. The covers of the buttons are pretty sensitive, unlike the covers
for the Boxwave type which I got from Hongkong for 2 bucks.
Check amazon out, they have a lot of cases.
I also have the elago Breathe case, I love them I have two.

I ended up taking my chances on this. I guess it's going to be as close as I get. Thanks everyone, I'll let you know how it is when I get it.

vipfreak said:
I wanted a as slim as possible case and I wanted it to protect all the way around the perimeter of the phone. Here are the choices (in order from first to last), help me decide.
Rearth Ringke Slim - At $28 it's a bit expensive and it doesn't cover the sides. Also looks to be less grippy since it's hard smooth plastic.
BoxWave Blackout - I'm worried it's thicker than a case like the Rearth, but with that said it protects all around and is really cheap at $12. I think the material is more rubber like which sounds more appealing to a gloss hard case. Not many reviews anywhere for this case.
elago G4elago G4 - I'm not sure about this case in general.
Thanks for your input.
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I have the 3 of them
Go for the Rearth Ringke Slim , is THE BEST OF ALL !!!

Hi all, I'm in a similar dilemma.
I've got a choice between these two:
https://www.gearzap.com/media/catalog/product/3/4/34484-2.jpg
and
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/HYBRID-SI...lePhonesCasesPouches&var=&hash=item416682f7b6
I know I should pick the Zenus, but would the inside bit that holds my phone scratch the outer bezel? And since the hybrid one has a silicon case THEN a hard outer shell I figured it would be good too. Any ideas?
Thanks!

I use a an SGP Ultra thin. Comfortable case. Considering the size of the phone the case is great. Merges with the Phone. +1 anytime.

I ordered this one http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/160732471512?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649. It has a stand that works in both axis.

good
Nice

Recommended cases?

Anyone recommend which is the best (hopefully cheap) case out for the G3 at the moment? I'd preferably be after one that protects the device from drops and knocks well, instead of those silly leather flip ones that serve no purpose :laugh:

spireite_uk said:
Anyone recommend which is the best (hopefully cheap) case out for the G3 at the moment? I'd preferably be after one that protects the device from drops and knocks well, instead of those silly leather flip ones that serve no purpose :laugh:
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spigen slim armor

As above I managed to get a no antenna version for my European version, got it in gunmetal and black perfect case, nicely made no mould lines looks more expensive that it actually is

I'm using a Spigen Slim Armor as well. Already saved my phone from a 2 foot drop onto concrete.

Same, using a counterfeit Spigen Slim Armor... it costs only 2,99$ and also i compared it to the original one and it's identic.
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Any $4 one on Ebay.

seboj said:
I'm using a Spigen Slim Armor as well. Already saved my phone from a 2 foot drop onto concrete.
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Isn't the slim armor slippery though? I've read that the ultra fit is not.
Anyway, for now I'm using the caseology slim fit bumper, but may replace it with the big droid.

icoman said:
Isn't the slim armor slippery though? I've read that the ultra fit is not.
Anyway, for now I'm using the caseology slim fit bumper, but may replace it with the big droid.
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Yes, it is. But the Otterbox Commuter I used on my SGS3 was slippery as well, so I'm used to it.

So far 2 cases I have used that I am very satisfied.
First is the Spigen Slim Armour as alot of people here pointed. It offers good all round protection with a slight increase in bulk. Build quality is very good and looks damn sleek. Only cons are the back portion is very very slippery so you have to be careful, and it's also kinda expensive.
Second is the Imak air jacket. Very slim transparent case, allows you to retain the ergonomics and design of the phone. Build quality is excellent but doesn't offer as much protection.

I've used both a Spigen Slim Armor and an Ultra Hybrid and while I can recommend both, I'd go with the Slim. Both are a both slippery though.

Just for reference the black slim armor is a soft touch rubber feel which isn't as slippery as the colour options

http://www.ebay.com/itm/191248490864?_trksid=p2059210.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
Best case I've ever owned:
1. Completely transparent
2. Hard, but flexible
3. Thinner than 90% of other cases out there - doesn't add more bulk than needed
4. Envelopes the whole phone (all edges and corners, laps over the face and ridges out a good 2mm)
The only 2 negatives:
1. It could be slippery if your hands are oily/moist
2. Missing the fuzzy soft touch rubber feel

I have the Spigen slim armor and it seems ok, although the fit isn't as snug as i would like. I just got the LG quick circle case which has apps that you can use with the circle, although it's not much for protecting the phone. Still... It's something different than other devices.

Slim Armor
I have the black Spigen Slim Armor and I like it. It offers good protection, isn't too slick although could be stickier, and doesn't add much bulk.

Tudia Ultra Slim Melody TPU Bumper Protective Case

http://www.amazon.com/TUDIA-Melody-...&qid=1407537819&sr=1-8&keywords="Oneplus+One"
Yay, another new case! From Tudia, available for pre-order on Amazon.

I believe this will be the thinnest one we'll get. Don't care for the texture though.

I have used this one for several phones including my Nexus 5. I like it as it seems to be a little more grippy on the sides compared to the diztronic. I did not like the design on the back at first but it does not bother me anymore.

Need a real protection case

Will be travelling to very remote sites in Africa in a couple of months and I will need some protection for the One.
I have the Pelosi, which I think is a fake and it adds 0.1% of protection if you know what I mean.
My wife still has the UAG for the S3, which used to belong to me, which has done a more than perfect job over the last 2 years. Phone and cover still look brand new despite having to be in harsh conditions.
So basically I am looking for a rubberish TPU type that protects corners in a fall.

there is no real case for the one.. the best you can get is some tpu case , i have the TUDIA case and its fine..
but its not Otterbox
the new TUDIA looks promising
TUDIA Slim-Fit CYGEN Dual Layer Protective Case for OnePlus One

The best I've found is the new tudia case ! I have it and love it !

I have the Cruzerlite Bugroid and I assure you that covers perfectly the phone.

I have the Diztronic tpu case and the Rearth Ringke Fusion case. Both cases are great but the Ringke Fusion provides more protection. I would highly recommend buying it.

ive got the tudia cygen dual layer.. the inner rubber part fits perfect, and the hardshell fits about 95% perfect. It bows a little at the bottom where it wraps so the corners dont wrap quite as snug on the bottom as it does on the top. Other than that, this is my favorite case so far. Ive got10 or so cases for my OPO and this one by far has stayed on the phone the longest.