Hi, can anyone please suggest me very good case for my Note 4 that will really protect the phone from heavy drop without any issues? Thank you in advance.
Can't beat otterbox (defender or commuter) for protection, really. It's too bulky for my liking but people swear by them. I prefer the Spigen neo-hybrid.
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jack man said:
Can't beat otterbox (defender or commuter) for protection, really. It's too bulky for my liking but people swear by them. I prefer the Spigen neo-hybrid.
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What do you think about Spigen Tough Armor? Any good for protection?
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What do you think about Spigen Tough Armor? Any good for protection?
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I've never seen one in person but it looks nice from the pictures I looked through. Not sure if it would be as protective as the otterbox defender. The Spigen is probably quite good though.
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I've never seen one in person but it looks nice from the pictures I looked through. Not sure if it would be as protective as the otterbox defender. The Spigen is probably quite good though.
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Is there any other cases as strong as Otterbox Defender but not as bulky as otterbox? I googled about the Otterbox and a lot of people complained about the built-in-screen protector. It puts air gap and dust can go inside easily, causing it to scratch up your actual screen inside.
There are tons of cases out there. I couldn't answer that question. The last otterbox I had was for my galaxy s3. I prefer glass screen protectors so when I had the otterbox I took the plastic screen protector off and used my own glass one. I had to modify the case a tiny bit but it worked well.
I haven't seen the Note 4 otterbox so I'm not sure if the same thing could be done.
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Is there any other cases as strong as Otterbox Defender but not as bulky as otterbox? I googled about the Otterbox and a lot of people complained about the built-in-screen protector. It puts air gap and dust can go inside easily, causing it to scratch up your actual screen inside.
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I have the Otterbox Commuter. It's great protection but not quite as bulky as the Defender and no built in screen protector. Mine has survived multiple drops.
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I have the otterbox symmetry. Its the thinnest otter box ever,plus it a one piece. No one protects better than otter box period. The defender is 100% unnecessary unless you plan on dropping your phone from the roof. The commuter has never allowed a phone to even crack and the new symmetry in my opinion is built much better then the commuter. The corners are protected on the symmetry.
I have both the Spigen Tough Armor and an Otterbox Defender.
The Tough armor goes on when I don't want to carry a bulky case around and when I'm not at work. Otherwise I use my defender when I am at work, both are very good cases but situational for me imo.
As said previously, the Otterbox Defender would be the best case for overall protection. If you can get around the bulk of the case which isn't that big of a deal to me.
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I have both the Spigen Tough Armor and an Otterbox Defender.
The Tough armor goes on when I don't want to carry a bulky case around and when I'm not at work. Otherwise I use my defender when I am at work, both are very good cases but situational for me imo.
As said previously, the Otterbox Defender would be the best case for overall protection. If you can get around the bulk of the case which isn't that big of a deal to me.
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For your Otterbox Defender, does the built-in-screen protector leaves gap inside? If you look above, I've stated some issues that other people have faced for it. Thank you.
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I have the otterbox symmetry. Its the thinnest otter box ever,plus it a one piece. No one protects better than otter box period. The defender is 100% unnecessary unless you plan on dropping your phone from the roof. The commuter has never allowed a phone to even crack and the new symmetry in my opinion is built much better then the commuter. The corners are protected on the symmetry.
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I'm trusting you on this and might order either Otterbox Commuter or Symmetry.
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For your Otterbox Defender, does the built-in-screen protector leaves gap inside? If you look above, I've stated some issues that other people have faced for it. Thank you.
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I was about to say, "what screen protector?" LOL. I forgot that I got rid of the one that comes with the otterbox. Yes I did find that it was annoying and collected way too much dust to my liking.
So took it out, I prefer my own screen protector that I have on the phone's screen itself.
Honestly, if you install one on your phone as I did on mine, I see no use in keeping the cheap plastic one as well that comes on the otterbox itself.
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I was about to say, "what screen protector?" LOL. I forgot that I got rid of the one that comes with the otterbox. Yes I did find that it was annoying and collected way too much dust to my liking.
So took it out, I prefer my own screen protector that I have on the phone's screen itself.
Honestly, if you install one on your phone as I did on mine, I see no use in keeping the cheap plastic one as well that comes on the otterbox itself.
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Is it easy to remove? I've seen this youtube video on how to remove the screen protector. He was using some crazy machine to do it. :silly:
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Is it easy to remove? I've seen this youtube video on how to remove the screen protector. He was using some crazy machine to do it. :silly:
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Haha, you don't need a "crazy machine" to do it. I just took a pocket knife and carefully peeled up one of the edges, heck you can prob use your own nail or something close enough. Afterwards I just took some rubbing alcohol to get rid of the excess glue that bonds it to the case so it wouldn't stick to my phone.
Actually, heck you can just pop the sucker out by pushing it out from the front part carefully.
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Haha, you don't need a "crazy machine" to do it. I just took a pocket knife and carefully peeled up one of the edges, heck you can prob use your own nail or something close enough. Afterwards I just took some rubbing alcohol to get rid of the excess glue that bonds it to the case so it wouldn't stick to my phone.
Actually, heck you can just pop the sucker out by pushing it out from the front part carefully.
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lmao thank you for your time, mate.
Oh wow, I just looked at a youtube vid. If this is the one you're talking about:
Lol, you don't need to go to extreme measures like this guy and use a heat gun rofl. Just push on it from the front and it should pop out. As I said, use rubbing alcohol to get rid of the glue.
But yeah, I ordered my Otterbox defender from ebay months ago when it just came out for the note 4. The official site didn't have the color setup I wanted so that's why I went with eBay.
Green is my favorite color, so I got it in hunter green rubber outside, with lime green casing inside.
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lmao thank you for your time, mate.
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Also, no problem you are welcome! :highfive:
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Oh wow, I just looked at a youtube vid. If this is the one you're talking about:
Lol, you don't need to go to extreme measures like this guy and use a heat gun rofl. Just push on it from the front and it should pop out. As I said, use rubbing alcohol to get rid of the glue.
But yeah, I ordered my Otterbox defender from ebay months ago when it just came out for the note 4. The official site didn't have the color setup I wanted so that's why I went with eBay.
Green is my favorite color, so I got it in hunter green rubber outside, with lime green casing inside.
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Yup, that's the one lmao.
Just use the incipio case just as good as the otterbox case but slimmer. I dropped my phone off the roof of the house the other day and it was still good to go
jay8302 said:
Just use the incipio case just as good as the otterbox case but slimmer. I dropped my phone off the roof of the house the other day and it was still good to go
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Could you please link me? Thank you, mate.
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Could you please link me? Thank you, mate.
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Incipio DualPro Case for Samsung Galaxy Note 4 - Retail Packaging - Black by Incipio http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00N3YU47E/ref=cm_sw_r_udp_awd_QWdqvb0780ZJJ
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Just got this in the mail. It covers all of my buttons (volume rocker, and power) and leaves everything lined up perfectly for the plugs. It fits like a glove, and it has a perfect silicone feel to it. I paid 7.95, and the shipping was very fast. From CA to MI, I got it in 4 days with no extra shipping charges.
Link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Silicone-So...se-Samsung-Epic-4G-Touch-Sprint-/190577624793
I would strongly recommend this case because it helps conserve your hardware buttons.
EDIT: I just realized the sale has ended, and I am sure people sell the same exact case. Just look around Ebay and Amazon.
Great alternative to the TPU cases everyone is talking about.
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Can you upload some pix of the case?
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Yea I got one from ebay as well for..$5.95 I believe. It's not the best case but it fits like a glove and is raised above the screen and camera to prevent you from setting it down straight on them. It adds a little bit of width but truthfully this is just an In-between until the casemate barely there, and it's a cheap way to protect your phone until then!
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Can you upload some pix of the case?
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Yeah man I will when I get a chance. I'm currently on my phone right now lol.
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the description says Anti Dust Silicone Material, do you get any lint/dust on the case? My last silicone case for the Evo4G is a dust magnet, it pretty much picks up all the pocket lint I've in my jeans.
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Silicone can stretch, tear and become loose over time.
TPU does none of those and will always return to the original shape.
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the description says Anti Dust Silicone Material, do you get any lint/dust on the case? My last silicone case for the Evo4G is a dust magnet, it pretty much picks up all the pocket lint I've in my jeans.
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I honestly haven't had any problems, and I have had it in my pocket almost the entire day. No stretching, loose ends, I can't really verify it is anti-dust, because I have had the phone for a day lol. It feels great.
I'm glad I don't have to be paranoid of my phone all of the time now.
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Silicone can stretch, tear and become loose over time.
TPU does none of those and will always return to the original shape.
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How would you know? You don't have the case?
I couldn't rip this case, unless I was literally trying to. And the case makes a "lip" over the screen, in case you want to set it on the table screen first. As far as stretching goes, I paid 8 dollars for an awesome case. If I need to replace it (2 years would be my guess), I will do so.
The great thing about Silicone, is that it looks clean and never gets scratches, looks cheap, and fits great on the phones.
Take my word for it or pay 24.99 at the Sprint store lol. The case didn't even cover the entire outside of my phone, and I broke the kickstands on it almost immediately. Complete garbage.
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Not a very good case... long term
In my experience, silicone cases are a temporary fix at best. I have bought several and always end up replacing them within a few weeks. But for the price, it's probably not a bad temp case until you find the best one for your needs. I ordered a TPU case for $9 and hope to get it today as I just got my phone from letstalk yesterday.
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In my experience, silicone cases are a temporary fix at best. I have bought several and always end up replacing them within a few weeks. But for the price, it's probably not a bad temp case until you find the best one for your needs. I ordered a TPU case for $9 and hope to get it today as I just got my phone from letstalk yesterday.
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Cool man let me know how you like it! I was so close to buying one, but they were out of stock.
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the description says Anti Dust Silicone Material, do you get any lint/dust on the case? My last silicone case for the Evo4G is a dust magnet, it pretty much picks up all the pocket lint I've in my jeans.
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love mine feels like a rearth. dont think it will stretch feels great in the pocket. doesnt stick like others i have had with other phones. but feels great in the hand im in hot weather so i have sweaty hands from time to time. so the tpu get kinds slippery. this gel i like a lot. recommend def till you find what you like a hard case. or like me a case with a kickstand. and i found it for like 5 dollars on ebay or amazon.
remember now its from the accessory geeks on ebay.
What in the hell was Samsung thinking when they made this thing so damn shiny and smooth? I drop it on a daily basis.
I tried a silicone case from eBay, the fit was GREAT but the things like a dang lint roller. EVERYTHING sticks to it. I pick up my phone and it's covered with hair and grit, dirt, sand, you name it.
I actually have to wash my silicone case off. I actually got sick of how much stuff it picks up, I stopped using it.
I ordered a Case-Mate case last week, hoping that works out better. Hopefully it shows up tomorrow before I just return it for an iPhone 4S, ugh, it's frustrating the hell out of me.
blame the phone on your parkinson's disease. makes sense.
Order a TPU case. Nothing is better. They have them on Amazon. Matte black looks amazing with this phone. The owner of TPU posts on XDA and is always listening to our feedback.
Hmm... haven't dropped the phone yet.
Try TPU next time, its amazing.
Haven't dropped mine yet. Maybe you should try sticky tape on your hands
How does a TPU case differ from a Silicone case as far as stuff sticking to it? I've never really had much luck with these rubber cases from that stand point. Stuff always sticks to them like crazy.
What is a TPU case made from? I guess if the Case-Mate doesn't work out, I can try that next.
That said, I think I actually looked at the TPU cases when first looking for a case. TPU Cases was sold out every time I looked so I ended up ordering this silicone rubber piece of crap I got from eBay.
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How does a TPU case differ from a Silicone case as far as stuff sticking to it? I've never really had much luck with these rubber cases from that stand point. Stuff always sticks to them like crazy.
What is a TPU case made from?
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Nothing sticks to it and it looks and fits nicely to the phone with not much thickness added
It's made of TPU. It's some longer scientific name.
http://www.amazon.com/TPU-Cases-Flexible-Samsung-Galaxy-Packaging/dp/B005MGUTW6
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How does a TPU case differ from a Silicone case as far as stuff sticking to it? I've never really had much luck with these rubber cases from that stand point. Stuff always sticks to them like crazy.
What is a TPU case made from? I guess if the Case-Mate doesn't work out, I can try that next.
That said, I think I actually looked at the TPU cases when first looking for a case. TPU Cases was sold out every time I looked so I ended up ordering this silicone rubber piece of crap I got from eBay.
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fits tightly with protection to the phone good fit and you wont turn back not a lint trap at all bro check it out
http://tpu-cases.com/
I agree this phone is way too susceptible to being dropped
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This phone is very slippery, partiularly the back panel. It's like it's made of Teflon or something.
I second the suggestion of a TPU case. Best case I've had, incredible customer service. I highly recommend one.
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I agree this phone is way too susceptible to being dropped
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No, that's the Palm Pre.
riassan said:
fits tightly with protection to the phone good fit and you wont turn back not a lint trap at all bro check it out
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Does that case scuff the outer edge of the phone? That was the one thing that bugged me about the OG Epic cases.
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Does that case scuff the outer edge of the phone? That was the one thing that bugged me about the OG Epic cases.
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Could be different for someone else, but I've had mine for 2 weeks and I have noticed some extra scuff marks. Since the upper rim of the case where the phone enters is made of a slightly harder TPU material, constantly removing the phone from the case will cause this to happen. I do this to clean out any dust particles that may get through. If it wasn't for the case looking so good on the phone, I probably would've switched it out for that reason.
get a TPU case, not going to prevent drops but just trust sammy's build quality. Mine has already taken some spills and already came out ahead
How do you drop your phone so often that you blame the phone's design?
I did accidentally throw my phone, but that's because I forgot it was in my hand, lol.
Go with the TPU case. I picked up the matte black one off of amazon myself as a temp solution until I splurged on a casemate or something more "heavy duty" and otterbox like.
I actually decided to just rock the TPU case.. it's niiiiice.
I also have a vid review up on amazon for it as well.
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Go with the TPU case. I picked up the matte black one off of amazon myself as a temp solution until I splurged on a casemate or something more "heavy duty" and otterbox like.
I actually decided to just rock the TPU case.. it's niiiiice.
I also have a vid review up on amazon for it as well.
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Where's the link to your video?
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Where's the link to your video?
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Right here
http://www.amazon.com/review/R11P8B3A6E5T4H?ie=UTF8&videoPreplay=1
I was just about to post it. Thanks much!
Anyone getting this case for the S3?
Any other cases that perform similarly and have decent front-glass protection?
I'm curious about what kind of case I even need.
I'm getting one as soon as it becomes available. I used a commuter on my vibrant for almost two years and loved it. I think galaxy s are a bit thin and light to begin with and preferred the feel of my phone with case on. After dropping my phone about 30 times and there being zero damage I have to say I think the commuter is the is perfect balance of form and function for a phone case.
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I'm getting one as soon as it becomes available. I used a commuter on my vibrant for almost two years and loved it. I think galaxy s are a bit thin and light to begin with and preferred the feel of my phone with case on. After dropping my phone about 30 times and there being zero damage I have to say I think the commuter is the is perfect balance of form and function for a phone case.
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30 times! Man....you should get something to strap your phone to your wrist! lol
But thanks for the review, I was thinking of defender, but if commuter is good enough, then defender would probably be overkill.
Why isn't it out?! Come on you Otters! Ramp up productions!!! The whole world is waiting!!!
From what I have seen, commuter case don't come with front glass protection right ?? How will it save the screen in case of a drop then ?? I'm also looking out for good case but defender is kinda too bulky for me , also don't want to lose on protection factor...
will try that when it's available
I want to get the commuter case but I'm waiting for a local seller to have it in stock cause i live in south east asia and shipping prices are a *****.
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From what I have seen, commuter case don't come with front glass protection right ??
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LLStarks said:
Anyone getting this case for the S3?
Any other cases that perform similarly and have decent front-glass protection?
I'm curious about what kind of case I even need.
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You have 3 basic paths you can take. Flips, pouches, cases, all with some drawbacks.
Flips will cover the screen which is their major benefit. The drawbacks with them are that many find it annoying in day to day use and some while covering the screen do not otherwise provide good drop protection. The ones that do both will be bulky.
Pouches cover the entire phone and usually provide at least moderate drop protection. Downsides here are that you usually drop the phone while using it and the entire time you are doing so the phone remains unprotected. It also puts another step in between you and answering a call. This one tends to be best for people who like to use their phone naked because of the look or feel.
Cases do not cover the screen. Protection otherwise varies widely depending on the case. These have the benefit of providing whatever protection they do provide at all times without having to fuss with the flip or removing and returning to a pouch.
Realistically there is no perfect case, you must compromise in some area whether it be screen protections, drop protection, bulk, ease of use, etc. For myself when I tried a flip case I most def didn't like it. Gave the pouch that came with my N1 a go for a while and I did kinda like that one until I dropped it onto the pavement while pulling it from a pouch. Those were tough phones and it survived the drop with nothing more than a few scratches but it moved me back to getting a case again. I'm fairly big and like to bulk up modern phones as I find them easier to handle so I actually prefer a bulkier case and will probably go with another tough case. Thats me though, everybody has a different take which is why there are so many options.
i'm looking to get a commuter as my last case purchase for this phone. having a phone covered in silicone and backed by hard plating is the best protection you can get for a phone.
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i'm looking to get a commuter as my last case purchase for this phone. having a phone covered in silicone and backed by hard plating is the best protection you can get for a phone.
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Yup!
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I bought a kick stand case off eBay for my vibrant. big mistake! the case itself didn't cover the front and the plastic was gimmick. my phone was completely blowed in the front and the amoled (not glass) cracked. not repeating the same mistake and definitely buying a silicone and hard plastic case that actually cover the front like otter box
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I bought a kick stand case off eBay for my vibrant. big mistake! the case itself didn't cover the front and the plastic was gimmick. my phone was completely blowed in the front and the amoled (not glass) cracked. not repeating the same mistake and definitely buying a silicone and hard plastic case that actually cover the front like otter box
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The Otterbox for this phone will not cover the whole front, just a FYI
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The Otterbox for this phone will not cover the whole front, just a FYI
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Not even the defender?
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Not even the defender?
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"Built-in screen protector prevents scratches while retaining the touch sensitivity of the screen."
So I guess there is some kind of protection for the front side, but it cannot be too thick as it has to retain the ability to use the touchscreen. I guess if you drop it to any sharper object which reaches over the few-millimeter outer casing, your screen will shatter like any other. The third picture at their site shows the screen protector.
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Forgot about the defender....its got a built in protector as listed above.
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The Otterbox for this phone will not cover the whole front, just a FYI
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yea I know that what I'm looking for is something made out of silicone that raises the screen up to avoid direct contact with a phone. I don't want a flip case as it would get it my way while typing
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Well the added protection to your screen is basically provided by the soft silicone. It is a damper and it will absorb most of the energy from the drop before it ever gets to the phone itself. Unless you get the screen directly hitting a corner or a stone you will be fine probably. I have a commuter in my SGS II and it is great, I've had it for a year almost and I've dropped my phone maybe a couple of times and there is not a single scratch/broken screen. The defender is way too much and it will add a lot of bulk to the phone.
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yea I know that what I'm looking for is something made out of silicone that raises the screen up to avoid direct contact with a phone. I don't want a flip case as it would get it my way while typing
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I got u....the TPU case is like that, as is the commuter....but the protection offered by the otterbox is second to none
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I got u....the TPU case is like that, as is the commuter....but the protection offered by the otterbox is second to none
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yea coming from the first sgs I seriously miss the charging port door but looks like otterbox got what I needed
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yea coming from the first sgs I seriously miss the charging port door but looks like otterbox got what I needed
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That's one of the things I like about the Otterbox too, none of the ports are exposed unless they're in use. Would be nice if they could find a way to somehow put these things on a diet w/o sacrificing protection but I guess it's a very small price to pay ensure the safety of your $600 device that contains information that is priceless
Just need something better then otterbox for my gs3 any help
BodyGlove Shock Suit is pretty nice.
<$25 on Amazon....
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Just need something better then otterbox for my gs3 any help
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Which otterbox case are you referring to? And what do you want out of a case? Do you care abouy bulkiness? Water proof? Drop proof? Or just want minimal protection (more for looks, rather then protection)?
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UAG (Urban Armor Gear)
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Lifeproof nuud, best case ever.
Trident Kraken AMS...... I would say it as the most stylish and unique one. Very protective of course. I have bought so many cases but im sticking with this one finally
I have used sedio cases on all my phone and love every version I have ever used
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I just got my replacement phone and bought the new otterbox arrmor i believe. water proof, dust proof and drop protection. ( last phone went swimming with after to many birthday beers, I knew there was a good reason I usually skinny dip when Im tipsy) and so far its a pretty damn good case other than the price.
defender case
Case Mate Tough.
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I just got my replacement phone and bought the new otterbox arrmor i believe. water proof, dust proof and drop protection. ( last phone went swimming with after to many birthday beers, I knew there was a good reason I usually skinny dip when Im tipsy) and so far its a pretty damn good case other than the price.
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defender case
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I think it's funny that the OP said he hates otterbox and this is what you give him for suggestions.
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I think it's funny that the OP said he hates otterbox and this is what you give him for suggestions.
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Hence why i asked what i did....
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I think it's funny that the OP said he hates otterbox and this is what you give him for suggestions.
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Sucks and hates are two different words but ok. And I guarantee the case I have is different than the defender. My last phone was in a defender case when it was damaged. This case was just released not to long ago and maybe the OP didn't know they have a tougher case that's also waterproof. Just a thought though, could be wrong.
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no need for water case i think i will look around for a cool case that has everything
The defender ends up peeling and the outer rubber part barely stays attached to the hard plastic. I've had THREE of the them, I hardly even use my phone and my pockets are never tight and the case never snags. I checked out the Armor by Otterbox today it feels much nicer but it's very expensive and is literally a brick.
The latest outer cases seem stiffer and less rubbery. Have had Ø problems with these...
Otherwise they'll just keep replacing them until you're happy.
Great CS....
Just got back from the beach with my otterbox armor series. No sand or water on my phone. Stayed in my pocket in and out of the water. I love this case.
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I use TPU cases. They're like silicone cases, but they're a little more substantial and do a good job absorbing minor impacts. Plus, they're cheap and come in a variety of styles.
If your using a standard battery UAG is my favorite... rocks.
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Speedin07si said:
Just got back from the beach with my otterbox armor series. No sand or water on my phone. Stayed in my pocket in and out of the water. I love this case.
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I had one. Worst case I've ever had. Even at my discounted price of $60 on release day. Way to bulky when a life proof is just as good and not only cheaper but slimmer. Also part of the speaker cover that makes it water proof the screen layer fell off and seemed to be held on with cheap glue or silicon. In 5 years I've never needed a water proof case bit I also take care of my phones. I'd go with a ballistic shell gel. Very nice case and still fairly slim
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Hi All,
I am a S7 Active owner since launch day and really love the phone. Just curious if anyone is running a case or bumper-style case on the phone? I know the rubberized coating on the perimeter of the phone does a decent job, but if I could find something slim and good looking I may consider it just to protect from scuffing the perimeter and screen/back.
Chris
Cimo case here. love it. was getting rid of old phone stuff and came across some apple stickers; had to do it lol. nice slim tight fit, love it. also got glass screen protector which i highly suggest as the screen is polycarbonate plastic on top and WILL scratch easily.
https://www.amazon.com/Galaxy-Cimo-Premium-Flexible-Samsung/dp/B01ETKGOTW
Got a otterbox for it. The holder kinda sucks which can let the phone fall out in extreme situations and turns the phone into a bulky cumbersome brick but a indestructible cumbersome brick.
I am a case addict and have a case for every scenario:
Otterbox Defender for extreme scenarios.
BodyGuardz case for medium/heavy duty protection.
Body Glove for kickstand use.
SUPCASE UNICORN BEETLE for grip and fitted case (best all around). Pics below.
S5 Seidio holster for naked use.
Holster used with SUPCASE is the Note 4 Seidio holster.
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Thanks for sharing folks, keep 'em coming if you run a case.
Nope, going nude
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Personally I've been running the Poetic Affinity Case. Its slim and adds just a smidge of protection. I take it off from time to time just to show people that my phone is not an S7 with a crazy case on, though, haha.
Link to Amazon US post: https://amzn.com/B01FCQGDHK
djbeefdip said:
Got a otterbox for it. The holder kinda sucks which can let the phone fall out in extreme situations and turns the phone into a bulky cumbersome brick but a indestructible cumbersome brick.
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Seems I was wrong about the otter box belt case slipping out, if you put it in the exact way it wants you too it stays in no problem though it's not the most convenient position for sure
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Nope, going nude
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This.
I will be doing liquid screen protection, since I did my homework and read the countless reports of the overlay being prone to scratches. Beyond that, I might do a skin for the back/sides, but the phone seems bulky enough without adding a case.
I have a Poetic Affinity but rarely use it, I love way the phone feels without a case.
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Ordered one for mine a few days ago off Amazon. It was made by zizo, I'll link it when I get home. Definately feels like a durable phone but being an avid outdoorsman in Alaska... I'd rather throw an extra layer on it than not.
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Ordered one for mine a few days ago off Amazon. It was made by zizo, I'll link it when I get home. Definately feels like a durable phone but being an avid outdoorsman in Alaska... I'd rather throw an extra layer on it than not.
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I just got myself a Zizo Bolt Cover as well.
CAPTainJRacine said:
I just got myself a Zizo Bolt Cover as well.
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What do you guys think of the bolt cases?
I don't see myself using a case very often but it might be good for hiking/ hunting.
Slade8525 said:
Cimo case here. love it. was getting rid of old phone stuff and came across some apple stickers; had to do it lol. nice slim tight fit, love it. also got glass screen protector which i highly suggest as the screen is polycarbonate plastic on top and WILL scratch easily.
https://www.amazon.com/Galaxy-Cimo-Premium-Flexible-Samsung/dp/B01ETKGOTW
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You should have put the apple sarcastically "up side down" at least!
jlczl said:
I am a case addict and have a case for every scenario:
Otterbox Defender for extreme scenarios.
BodyGuardz case for medium/heavy duty protection.
Body Glove for kickstand use.
SUPCASE UNICORN BEETLE for grip and fitted case (best all around). Pics below.
S5 Seidio holster for naked use.
Holster used with SUPCASE is the Note 4 Seidio holster.
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I am also using the SUPCASE UNICORN BEETLE and love it! Best all around case, so much so that I don't even look around any more! Easy to hold, great protection - front, back and edges, and slips in and out of my pockets without a lot of hassle!
I just went simple - TGSP and a clear TPU cover - "Fosmon DURA-T Slim TPU Back Cover Case". Paid less than $10 off amazon for both. The phone is sufficiently rugged on its own for my purposes, it was more about keeping it from looking like it went through a war zone.
What I particularly like about TPU covers is that they slide in and out of my pocket easily. nothing to grab my clothes with.
2 co-workers got the S7 active after I did - one had no intention of using a screen protector nor a case, but he's gotten some "microscratches" and is reconsidering. The other has gotten a couple very light scratches while waiting for the TGSP to come in, again from amazon.
Just next day'd " Samsung Galaxy S7 Active Case, Zizo [Bolt Series] " off Amazon (it looked the most rugged and thats what i was looking for) comes in tonight and I will try to write an update if I get a chance.
Got the case in, it's definitely rugged.
Audio jack is right next to the hanger clip which may make it difficult to insert head phones, but I only use blue tooth so that doesn't affect me.
The screen sealed on nice and over all the case fit real snug. I like it as of right now but will try to update once it goes through it's first real impact.... hopefully it does it's job.
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Got the case in, it's definitely rugged.
Audio jack is right next to the hanger clip which may make it difficult to insert head phones, but I only use blue tooth so that doesn't affect me.
The screen sealed on nice and over all the case fit real snug. I like it as of right now but will try to update once it goes through it's first real impact.... hopefully it does it's job.
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I just got the same case. Power button is super hard to push
xc rider said:
I just got the same case. Power button is super hard to push
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Weird, all my buttons are easy to push... Maybe there is some accuracy issues in production? Because all these buttons are easier to push then the Defender series I had on my other phones.
Maybe the rubber button over the power button just needs to be broken in a little. Try taking the case off and pressing the button in and out a few times to make sure it is pressing easily and then placing it back on.
So far I really like this case... its holding up well for me and its really easy to grip... personally I thought I wouldn't like the lanyard that came with it... but now I keep it on at all times and it keeps me from misplacing my phone so often.