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Ok so i just bought the ballistic maxx case from the at&t store for $50. I walk out to my car to put it on and quickly find out the case is a piece of $h!t. I dont know where to start but ill try. 1st its nothin lime the ballistic HC case i owned for other phones and absolutely loved. All it is is a ballstic sg case with this redicilous removable screen protector. Itd a hard plastic piece that you put on the phone after you slide the rubber gel on the phone. The plastic is hard to put on. I can see eventually scratching the phone trying to do this snd when you do get it on its lose as hell. It sits off the phone so far theres a gap in between it and the screen. When you press it it clicks against phone. The lip on the case is so big you have to curl your thumb to hit home screen. And ballistic has the balls to charge $50 for that piece of crap. This is one of the worst cases i have ever seen. I immediately took it back and got my refund. If you need a rugged case wait for the defender. That case is junk. If you dropped it in water the water would poor right through the cheap screen protector. Also theres no protection for camera. I took a few pics before returning.
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I was hoping to try the ballistic series too....dang
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I was hoping to try the ballistic series too....dang
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I checked it out at a AT&T as well and I have to agree...I thought it was garbage.
I dont understand what it is there trying to do. There HC cases were very good cases. Fit both my evos very good. Ballistics only downfall to me was customer service and they were normally late to the game. This case is just an embarassment to ballisctic. Very cheap not well cut and just dosent go well with the phone
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I hate bulky cases on slim phones anyway.
I got the case and I don't see why you guys are giving it such a bad rap. I bought it for when I go over to the desert for the extra protection and it should work just fine. I actually liked the look and feel better than other otterbox cases. Personal preference I guess.
I have the normal Ballistic SG coming from amazon tuesday or wednesday so I'm hoping it winds up being a nice case. if not ill probably check out the trident ageis or casemate tough
Thats too bad, it looks pretty cool
The main thing is that whole removable screen protector. That wws just a dumb idea
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Not really what I was wanting for $50, guess I'll get the otterbox.
Heres a video i found
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tKm14N17aSk&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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I had the same issue! It would bubble up after installing the screen protector. The case is JUNK. That is a fact.
No disrespect meant at all....but I completely disagree with the OP. I have this case and have grown to really like it. OP mentioned the screen protector having a gap between it and screen....it does not if installed correctly. Instructions clearly state to place screen protecter on phone BEFORE applying gel case. There is a lip around the screen prot/gel case that locks it into place (which also greatly aids in keeping water out....not saying go drop it in the washer and walk away but you get what I mean). then the polycarb shell fits perfectly....it's all a tight fit and imo looks good. i added pics of mine installed in another thread(can't remember where at the moment). Anyway, I wrote this reply to let people know it's not a bad case....actually had an otterbox defender on my previous phone and it became stretched out and ugly as hell. this case won't do that bc of the outter poly carb shell and how the gel shell is locked on the screen protector. Just saying don't dismiss this case on one or two bad reviews. It's a great case if installed correctly. I even ordered the Ballistic SG in a different color combo to switch things up since i already have the screen protector and holster. I would NOT have ordered a second if it was crap!!
EDIT: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1732976&page=6 Here's the link to the thread w/ pics of the BSGMaxx
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No disrespect meant at all....but I completely disagree with the OP. I have this case and have grown to really like it. OP mentioned the screen protector having a gap between it and screen....it does not if installed correctly. Instructions clearly state to place screen protecter on phone BEFORE applying gel case. There is a lip around the screen prot/gel case that locks it into place (which also greatly aids in keeping water out....not saying go drop it in the washer and walk away but you get what I mean). then the polycarb shell fits perfectly....it's all a tight fit and imo looks good. i added pics of mine installed in another thread(can't remember where at the moment). Anyway, I wrote this reply to let people know it's not a bad case....actually had an otterbox defender on my previous phone and it became stretched out and ugly as hell. this case won't do that bc of the outter poly carb shell and how the gel shell is locked on the screen protector. Just saying don't dismiss this case on one or two bad reviews. It's a great case if installed correctly. I even ordered the Ballistic SG in a different color combo to switch things up since i already have the screen protector and holster. I would NOT have ordered a second if it was crap!!
EDIT: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1732976&page=6 Here's the link to the thread w/ pics of the BSGMaxx
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You also said in that thread that your not using the screen protector. I would imagine its bc of the lack of clarity or something else? Why pay $50 for a rugged case if you dont have the built in screen protector? They need to bring back the HC series. And when the defender is released youll see how making a 3 layer rugged case look smooth and fluid isnt that hard
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You also said in that thread that your not using the screen protector. I would imagine its bc of the lack of clarity or something else? Why pay $50 for a rugged case if you dont have the built in screen protector? They need to bring back the HC series. And when the defender is released youll see how making a 3 layer rugged case look smooth and fluid isnt that hard
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You are correct. When I posted that I wasn't using the sp. I liked it then. Now I have it on and like other just the same. Its still very responsive and clear. NO gap between screen and sp at all. I have used an ob defender....smooth and fluid are not words I would use to describe it. I liked it bc I could bounce it off of cement with no ill effects but it was hello ugly imo. To r each his own I guess. Just wanted everyone to see how the sgmaxx preformed when installed correctly.
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You are correct. When I posted that I wasn't using the sp. I liked it then. Now I have it on and like other just the same. Its still very responsive and clear. NO gap between screen and sp at all. I have used an ob defender....smooth and fluid are not words I would use to describe it. I liked it bc I could bounce it off of cement with no ill effects but it was hello ugly imo. To r each his own I guess. Just wanted everyone to see how the sgmaxx preformed when installed correctly.
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In your pictures it dose look like a nice fit. I tryd puttin the screen protector on before putting silicone on and after and it just was hidious. Also watchin the video review on youtube people really didnt have anything good to say. I just like the HC case and tje Defender because it gives you the feeling the phone is sealed tight and well protected. Ballstic sg maxx to me isnt really any different then a seidio rugged combo case. Layer after layer but no real screen protection
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Bought a clone from ebay. $5. Hasn't arrived yet. I still think the Kraken will be the one to beat.
I have a commuter now and i really like this case. I normally hlget defenders but must admit after a while between the dirt that gets under the screen protector and stuff it gets annoying. I have the visor screen protector now and really like the slim case.
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The case isn't horrible but it is (at least for me) difficult to hit the buttons at the bottom of the screen. The removable protector is not a "bad" idea but if they had a better fitting screen protector I think it would be better for us users. Having the option to replace it is nice but you don't have the option to have the screen face out while in the holster. I saw that seidio has the surface case so I might return this case and buy that. I really wish they would make a waterproof otterbox case which might happen because FINALLY Samsung has a device that is the same shape for all the carriers!
Usually with the Otterbox cases I pop out the built in protector and put one on the screen directly. I had an iPhone 4 that got chips in the glass because of little particles getting in between the glass and the built in screen protector.
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You also said in that thread that your not using the screen protector. I would imagine its bc of the lack of clarity or something else? Why pay $50 for a rugged case if you dont have the built in screen protector? They need to bring back the HC series. And when the defender is released youll see how making a 3 layer rugged case look smooth and fluid isnt that hard
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I have the same case and I like it. It was not too difficult to put on for me. As for the screen protector, I also have it off and like that it is not like the Otterbox. Why do that on a $50 case? Its the same reason I rip the display cover off the Otterbox Defender series. Because I don't like them. If I ever start scratching my display maybe I will install the removable display cover since it can go on and off. But I get these cases not for the screen protector but for those rare times I drop my device. And for that I am fine with it.
Is it just me or do you guys also spend AGES looking at case after case?
Basically i dropped my phone S3 on Sunday and cracked the screen, today i got it repaired so i now want a case/cover that protects over the edge front of the phone. But i don't to add massive bulk or for it to look too ugly.
Im thinking of getting the Otterbox commuter or the Ballistic lifestyle smooth, which one you guys think would better suit? or is there an alternate case better?
I know its been asked loads so apologies in advance.
Your not the only one. I'm a flashoholic and a caseoholic lol and very very picky with both.
My favorite sk far is the Incipio NGP. I love it. The lip should be plenty to protect from most drops and it adds very little bulk and gives the phone a really high quality feel. The right balance between slippery for pockets and grip for when your holding it.
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My vote goes to the Incipio NGP as well. It is less thick than the GS2 version, but this reduced thickness (0.7mm) makes the phone quite a bit thinner compared to the S2 situation. Feels slick and slides easily out of pockets. Overall one of the best simple TPU cases around, although it is not exactly cheap for just a TPU case.
Naked is best
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eBay got some good cases
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can't get Incipio NGP over here have to get it sent from the US, i'm going to the US in 2 weeks for 6 weeks so might as well wait till i'm out there as it might take longer than 2 weeks to come.
Do phone shops stock all sorts of cases out there or do you have to order online? would be nice to try before you buy, none of the shops here have anything decent...
These are the only type i've seen in shops here http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/metal-slim-protective-case-for-samsung-galaxy-s3-black-rubber-p35594.htm and that's what ive currently got which did nothing for when mine dropped.
Spigen neo hybrid.
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can't get Incipio NGP over here have to get it sent from the US, i'm going to the US in 2 weeks for 6 weeks so might as well wait till i'm out there as it might take longer than 2 weeks to come.
Do phone shops stock all sorts of cases out there or do you have to order online? would be nice to try before you buy, none of the shops here have anything decent...
These are the only type i've seen in shops here http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/metal-slim-protective-case-for-samsung-galaxy-s3-black-rubber-p35594.htm and that's what ive currently got which did nothing for when mine dropped.
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I think most order online. Or at least I do. You'll find a decent selection at most stores but they all have different ones so if you could make it to like an att sprint and Verizon store you should see quite a lot. Online always has a better selection though
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not due my upgrade yet, still on s2 but been searching for ages for a case to suit my needs when my s3 comes.
the best I think for me so far is the Acase Superlegerra Pro. looks like exactly what I need.
Hard to choose, right? The Paradox of Choice.
I actually bought too many cases (again) because I couldn't decide. Got various TPU cases from ebay, and Cruzerlite, and the popular hard polycarb Rock case, but finally settled on a so-called hybrid case: the Incipio Silicrylic dualpro, as it provides the best protection, grip, and looks, without adding too much bulk.
(Looking forward to Incipio's future cases for the Nexus 7 too)
I was also in search for a case for more than two weeks. At last I settled for Acase Superlegerra Pro. Lot got good reviews and value for money.
Also providing the same level of protection of a Otterbox commuter.
I have looked at reviews and posts (thanks the_Biz) to finally purchase the Case Mate Tough which is presently being delivered by Amazon. My next step is to select a protective screen which I have not decided but it may be the Ultra Crystal for its 4H hardness and compatibility with all cases. Now I am searching for a couple holsters the horizontal and vertical possibly the Reiko and Active holster respectively but I need to review further for quality and compatibility. When all the above is completed I will order the phone and should not worry about cracking the screen like you had experienced
I got the trident ageis and it works pretty well. I always keep my phone in a case but what did I do I took it out to put on a new screen protector and it slipped out of my hand and landed face down. Luckily there was no damage and I put it right back in!
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Living in the UK, the main issue I am finding is that you guys in the US get the best cases!!
Yeah I hear ya, but for the moment I'm going with the otterbox commuter case since I have had good experiences with them
Later on next month I'm a customized case mate
I have 5 cases already. The Neo Hybrid in Infinity White, the silver SGP Ultra Thin, the Glacier Otterbox Commuter, a white/ red silicon/hard case from eBay, and a clear case that I got with the phone. And I'm always on the hunt for a good looking case lol
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case
Verizon threw in a free case when I upgraded to the S3 which is brilliant because it covers their logo
Slim I'd say reearth slim takes it over case mate barely there. I have both.
I think the seidio active is awesome although for all the case conversations on xda I never see people talk about it for this phone. Definitely better than the spigen lumi for hybrid cases. Again I have both.
And u can get a kickstand on the active if that's how u roll. I did..
Those are the four have bought so far. Problem? Prob..
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m.nassy.uk said:
Is it just me or do you guys also spend AGES looking at case after case?
Basically i dropped my phone S3 on Sunday and cracked the screen, today i got it repaired so i now want a case/cover that protects over the edge front of the phone. But i don't to add massive bulk or for it to look too ugly.
Im thinking of getting the Otterbox commuter or the Ballistic lifestyle smooth, which one you guys think would better suit? or is there an alternate case better?
I know its been asked loads so apologies in advance.
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I'd prefer to the frosted clear case cause I don't like my beauty white phone be covered, maybe cimo could be choose.
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I'd prefer to the frosted clear case cause I don't like my beauty white phone be covered, maybe cimo could be choose.
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I have a Fosmon PC+TPU case and an Otterbox defender. I use my phone all day every day for work and switch my batteries out so I use the Fosmon for everyday work use. It comes off easily and protects the phone from everyday use and is cheap as hell. The clear back is flexible and the grips on the side even more so and hold well so far. You can see through the back if you have white you can see the Samsung S3 logo. The Otterbox is when I finally get the hell out of my house, and it does the job but is a pain in the ass to change batteries compared to the Fosmon. There are plenty of reviews of the Defender so you dont need to hear my 2 cents. I opted to spend more on a beefy case with cheap one for every day, it suites what I need very well and if the Fosmon ats $5.88 lasts 6 months I'll be happy.
Hey guys this is just getting some feedback on how easy it is to scratch the HTC one and whether you have it in a case or not.
I personally have kept it in a case since I got it but I feel that I am hiding the beauty of the phone. I wanna keep it out of the case but I'm scared that I will end up scratching it
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Hey guys this is just getting some feedback on how easy it is to scratch the HTC one and whether you have it in a case or not.
I personally have kept it in a case since I got it but I feel that I am hiding the beauty of the phone. I wanna keep it out of the case but I'm scared that I will end up scratching it
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I just received this case today. It's super thin and clear so it barely looks like I even have a case on it. It's definitely not a rugged case. Good for scratch protection but definitely not going to protect much against drops. Not a bad choice for $3.99.
Nope. This phone is too gorgeous to keep it in a case.
Got me one of these at the XDA DevCon: http://www.cruzerlite.com/community/xda-developers/htc-one-xda-molded
I use this case:
http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/htc/htc-one/htc-one-case-ultra-thin-air.html
It's really thin and they have a clear and a matte version. I have the matte version but can still see the beauty of the One perfectly.
It comes with a really awesome screen protector too. Can't even tell it's on there.
20 bucks, free shipping, and I ordered mine on Thursday and had it Saturday.
HTC double dip flip case on mine. It even fits in my leather pouch for added protection although not needed.
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thinking of getting a leather wallet case for the phone/ wallet. Not going to keep it in any sort of case during use.
got a platinum case with a kickstand
Have a white and gray otterbox on mine, I use that while I'm at work but when I'm at home I take it out of there, hate having the case on the phone. Also dont use Screen protectors either, got one when I bought this from Best Buy in a combo pack with the otterbox, the sales rep put it on for me but all I can see is imperfections in the screen no matter how good they do it, so it came off and I'll stick to never using one
Using a Poetic case, just until I get used to the dimensions. Then it's coming off.
Are any of these cases a TPU material, or all hard shell.?
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Are any of these cases a TPU material, or all hard shell.?
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My spigen is a polycarbonate. Feels very good in the hand
anyone already bouthg UAG case from ebay and is original because i still trying find cheap and original case
so if anyone bough original uag from ebay can give pls link
I ordered one, orange, from Amazon. I know it's not exactly eBay but hopefully this will give you some insight.
The case seemed pretty good when I got it but just a bit stiff.
I had the case for about a month and it just so happened that I dropped my phone directly on the corner of the body. The sidewalk wasn't too far away, as the phone fell from my hand, at my side.
The case was scuffed but fine, the phone...not so lucky. My screen has several hairline fractures which I've been living with pretty much. THE CASE CAME DRIED OUT.
Simply put, UAG took it pretty well by giving me a free one in the mail no charge at all. But I mean... my phone
I saved $3, I love the replacement case they sent, I've dropped my damaged phone and the replacement case seems to be well worth full price
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Just a heads up, UAG cases tend to crack after couple months. Yes the authentic ones from UAG directly. Ive had a few, they all cracked at same spot, even the revised model.
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Just a heads up, UAG cases tend to crack after couple months. Yes the authentic ones from UAG directly. Ive had a few, they all cracked at same spot, even the revised model.
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so UAG dont worth buy?
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so UAG dont worth buy?
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I would not buy again personally, but that's because I'm very picky. Look at the pictures in amazon from customers, that's how the cracks look.
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Just a heads up, UAG cases tend to crack after couple months. Yes the authentic ones from UAG directly. Ive had a few, they all cracked at same spot, even the revised model.
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Thanks for the heads up about the UAG cases. Ive been looking at them for awhile and have finally decided to get another case. Not gonna be UAG though. LOL
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I had the opposite experience with my UAG case from Amazon. I got the dark blue one and it has done very well protecting my phone from multiple drops and I also take it on and off quite frequently and have zero cracks or tearing in the case. To each their own I suppose? I always pull off the case at the corners and I pull the side off that is with the volume buttons first so I don't catch the power button on the case. It is the most important buttons as far as I am concerned
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I had the opposite experience with my UAG case from Amazon. I got the dark blue one and it had done very well protecting my phone from multiple drops and I also take it on and off quite frequently and have zero cracks or tearing in the case. To each their own I suppose? I always pull off the case at the corners and I pull the side off that is with the volume buttons first so I don't catch the power button on the case. It is the most important buttons as far as I am concerned
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I had the same experience. I had a uag case for several months with no issues at all, drops, taking it on off etc. But i recently bought a bodyglove shocksuit and haven't looked back! This case is the shizzzz!!!
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I had the same experience. I had a uag case for several months with no issues at all, drops, taking it on off etc. But i recently bought a bodyglove shocksuit and haven't looked back! This case is the shizzzz!!!
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Yup the shocksuit is real good case. I have the same now.
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I own the black UAG case which looks really nice on a white GS3. The only thing though is that after prolonged use with the case on, I've taken it off and have realized the volume buttons are pushed into the phone and it's hard to press them now without the volume button working or increasing/decreasing the volume continuously without it stopping.
It's been released. The answer to some Nexus 5 owners on what is the best case for it. Some of us are wanting to press the "buy" button on their site, but we are undecided. If you own a Trident Aegis Case, could you give us your opinion on whether 35 dollars was worth it? What is good, what is bad about it. Too slippery? What about the included screen protector. Give everything you have to say. Thank you for your time.
I would definitely like to know as well. I like the look of the case.
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I know everyone will have their opinion on the case. Personally, I like it a lot. It looks good, fits good, and isn't slippery. I gave up on plastic screen protectors long ago, so I won't be using the included screen protector. It's comparable to the Otterbox Commuter, and I'd have to say the Trident seems better made than any Otterbox I've owned on any phone. I'd say it's worth the money. I don't think cases should really be that expensive, but given the competition, it's well worth it.
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I know everyone will have their opinion on the case. Personally, I like it a lot. It looks good, fits good, and isn't slippery. I gave up on plastic screen protectors long ago, so I won't be using the included screen protector. It's comparable to the Otterbox Commuter, and I'd have to say the Trident seems better made than any Otterbox I've owned on any phone. I'd say it's worth the money. I don't think cases should really be that expensive, but given the competition, it's well worth it.
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Anyway you can take some pictures for us of the phone in the case?
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Anyway you can take some pictures for us of the phone in the case?
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I posted a couple in this other thread. They turned out looking like the case was gray/black but I have the all-black one.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=49911495
I would say refer here for all the information your wanting, http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2619821&page=4.
I will answer your question here though. Is it worth $35? Hard for me to say still, I mean the product is very durable and is working well right now. As for it being slippery, yes, very yes, due to the main back of the case being plastic. Like I said, hard for me to say still but I don't regret spending the $35 on it.
Will this fit with a tempered glass screen protector?
Its a huge case, happy with my spigen thanks
What does it mean good for 26 drops from 4 feet? Would it break on the 27th?
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I ended up buying a spigen but the trident customer service was very helpful and confirmed that the aegis will fit with a tempered glass protector.