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I bought this case with my phone the day it came out because I wanted protection immediately. It was the only case available so I got it. I've taken care of my phone diligently and the only scratches it has are from the stupid sprint carbon fiber case. Is there any way to get any compensation from sprint for buying this stupid case or am I just stupid or both?
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which carbon case do you have? I have the black carbon one with the kickstand and no scratches. Also there is no way that sprint will compensate you.
I have the one that schnergun has as well and I got it the day my phone came as well. So far the only scratch I have on the phone is from a drop (before I put the case on it) other then that it's been very nice.
And as above I really doubt Sprint is going to do anything about it. It's wear and tear as they will see it.
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which carbon case do you have? I have the black carbon one with the kickstand and no scratches. Also there is no way that sprint will compensate you.
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That's the same one I have. I've read multiple posts on here with people complaining about the same problem.
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That's the same one I have. I've read multiple posts on here with people complaining about the same problem.
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Yup... and I'm not one of those people. I have no issues with this case. Is OP taking it on and off too much? How would one see the scratches without doing so? Sounds like it IS wear and tear...
TPU Scratches
I just got the carbon fiber/kickstand case yesterday. But my TPU case I've used for the last two months has scratched the crap out of my GS2 edges. I miss the chrome edge and rubbery back of my OG Epic. Wish they would've used that on this phone.
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Yup... and I'm not one of those people. I have no issues with this case. Is OP taking it on and off too much? How would one see the scratches without doing so? Sounds like it IS wear and tear...
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Of course I'm taking it off from time to time. I do it to clean the damn phone. I know the scratches are from the case because there are 5 perfectly straight lines across the side of the phone. I'm pretty sure it happens when removing the case. I am now using the phone with no case because at least if I take care of the phone it won't get scratches. Maybe the cases aren't all built the same and i got a badly made one.
I also don't think my phone should get scratches for taking a case off too much. It's a damn case. It's supposed to protect the phone not scratch it if I decide to remove it as many times as I want.
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I've had this case since I bought my phone, and I remove it multiple times a day (I have the desktop charger at work), there isn't a single scratch anywhere on my phone and the case is a nice, snug fit. Maybe you just got a bad case.
That's what I'm thinking.
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At best, the store will exchange it for another of the same case, maybe they'll look at letting you switch it for a different case of equal value or have you pay the difference for a higher value case. You can always just ask the store.
As far as compensation, you probably won't find anyone that can see the scratches as anything to compensate for. (What compensation do you expect? Are you looking for a bill credit or a new phone?) It's wear and tear, and unless it affects the functionality of the phone, they're not going to do anything about it.
I just use a skin on mine, since I use the car and desk docks, but I also don't drop my phone. Ever. So I don't worry about needing some kind of case for it.
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but I also don't drop my phone. Ever. So I don't worry about needing some kind of case for it.
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say the man who has never dropped his phone.
until he does..
I would like another case. I've never even dropp my phone either yet have 5 scratches across the left side.
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Have you tried this one? http://www.tridenteer.com/products/Aegis-Case-for-Samsung-Epic-Touch-4G-(Black).html
I'm still on my TPU, and the comment about the TPU scratching the phone is kinda scary. None on mine yet, but I'll keep an eye out. The TPU is a great case, I'd just like I need a little more protection. I drop phones a little more often than some of you guys do. Put an Aegis on the Evo 3D, and was very impressed. Not missing Otter at all,... Otter who? Still, I'd like to hear what other GS2 users of the Aegis are feeling about the case. Just can't seem to find any GS2/Aegis users right now.
Hey guys
Switched from an Evo 3D and an Evo 4g to Epic Touch and I have been using cheap hard cases on all my phones including my new Epic Touch baby and never have any problems with them. My phones always look band new and no scratches. I only pay $6 at my local swap meet
I have had the case and phone since new with wrist strap. I also have a really annoying nic on the upper left where the case grabs onto the phone....sucks as it stands out cause it makes the phone have chrome nic....it would be nice if sprint would cover/credit the case cost back as it damaged the phone. Instead of doing this, I went got invisible shield and ballistic case. I couldn't be happy.
I'm just taking it as a loss....
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I initially got the case cause I really needed protection asap, (somewhat of an idiot occasionally). BAD IDEA.
The Pro(s): light weight, thin, kickstand
The Con(s): lightweight, flimsy, cheaply made, really expensive, minimal protection.
I have sense upgraded to the trident aegis and couldn't be more happy with it. I feel like it really almost wouldn't matter what I do to it, my phone will still be okay. Build quality and materials used on it are VERY pleasing. Significantly more protective, not just for drops, but dust and dirt as well. It has mesh over the microphone and speakerphone holes so dust doesn't get in and has silicon flaps to protect the audio out and micro usb port. Buttons are very easy to use as well (no fumbling with the slick samsung volume and power buttons).
Hope that helps. Link to aegis case is in a comment above mine.
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say the man who has never dropped his phone.
until he does..
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If it makes anyone feel better, I smash my Epic Touch hard against a table repeatedly as a sales tactic, after asking if the customer would dare do that to their iPhone.
I do not have a case on my ET (just a screen protector). No problems or dings on the corners yet from doing so, so hopefully that gives everyone some cause to worry less. This said, I do this because if I really messed up my phone, I could just get a replacement, so I really wouldn't advise phone smashing on a regular basis...
And with some/all due respect to the OP and some others, I would take delight in laughing at you, along with every other employee. Would you demand a new laptop from Dell because it got a scratch on it from the Dell case you purchased with your computer? If you did, do you think they would ship one right out to you?
Honestly, I could see your complaint if the case somehow scratched the screen of the device, but the sides or back? How does this affect the functionality of your device? Do you not pull as many chicks by showing them your shiny, pretty phone?
I'm trying to decide between these two cases, and Ive heard good things about both of them, but I'm just wondering which you guys think would be better.
Update, links :laugh:
Incipio http://www.incipio.com/Samsung-Galaxy-S-III-Cases/Incipio-Samsung-Galaxy-S-III-SILICRYLIC-DualPro-Hard-Shell-Case-with-Silicone-Core.asp
Speck http://www.speckproducts.com/candyshell-for-samsung-galaxy-s3.html
gdaysoccer said:
I'm trying to decide between these two cases, and Ive heard good things about both of them, but I'm just wondering which you guys think would be better.
Can't post links because I'm still new, but they arent too hard to find.
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My vote goes to Incipio.
The dual layer Incipio Silicrylic should provide more protection than Speck, and Speck's are getting a reputation for cracking. (Another reason that I'd never buy from Speck is because they send lawyer nastygrams to people reselling their cases on ebay!)
i went to the att store yesterday and the guy there pulled out TWO spec cases. on one i couldn't get the up on the volume rocker to work. on the second one it held that button down
my vote goes to the incipio dual pro but i'm prob gonna end up naked. the incipio adds more bulk to the phone than the speck AND dirt still gets in the incipio one. i'd like to try the case mate pop case. that'll prob be my last try.
alternatively, the official samsung cases that come in a two pack are awesome. i'm just looking for something to cover my buttons because it's very annoying that they're kinda loose. was expecting GNex quality in the button sturdiness area (extremely stiff/held into place).
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My vote goes to Incipio.
The dual layer Incipio Silicrylic should provide more protection than Speck, and Speck's are getting a reputation for cracking. (Another reason that I'd never buy from Speck is because they send lawyer nastygrams to people reselling their cases on ebay!)
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Had not heard about the cracking issue, so that is definitely something I'll keep in mind. And, I had heard about the reselling issue, which is quite sketchy in my opinion.
mrvirginia said:
i went to the att store yesterday and the guy there pulled out TWO spec cases. on one i couldn't get the up on the volume rocker to work. on the second one it held that button down
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Also had not heard about the volume rocker issue... making me think that Incipio is definately more the way to go.
mrvirginia said:
my vote goes to the incipio dual pro but i'm prob gonna end up naked. the incipio adds more bulk to the phone than the speck AND dirt still gets in the incipio one. i'd like to try the case mate pop case.
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I would rather go naked but Im just worried about all the problems Ive heard with people dropping them and such (not that I plan on dropping it :silly
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I would rather go naked but Im just worried about all the problems Ive heard with people dropping them and such (not that I plan on dropping it :silly
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yeah i was naked for over 6mon with my GNex. still haven't dropped that one... lol
i don't drop phones. the S3 is very thin, though, and i feel i need to put something on it at least. i'll prob go back by and pick up a pop case just to give it a try. if all fails, samsung oem case it is for me prob.
Casemate Pop! beats both in this case IMO. It has the look of a Speck Candyshell (which are usually my favorite), plus kickstand, plus rubber grippage on the sides. The buttons are very tactile. And of course the case extends above the screen so dropping it on the screen won't break it. It fits even the largest headphone jacks (looking at you, big monitor-headphone people) and has a big space for large aftermarket USB chargers.
The silicrylic is very nice it is what I have on mine. I had the unsteady buttons and the silicrylic covers them perfectly and makes them feel extremely solid and stable and takes just the right amount of pressure imo to push them. I have the white s3 and the light / dark gray case it looks very good. I have had a lot of people say they really like my case. It also makes the phone very easy to hold onto compared to no case and seems like it provides good protection.
I've owned both and honestly, the speck is junk. If I were you, I'd order both and see for your self, then send back the speck.
FYI, I found on another thread where you can put a piece of paper or scotch tape inside the case above the volume rocker and it fixes that. I was upset when I ran into that problem on mine but it works well now. Easy fix on that particular issue.
I have the speck case only because it goes well with the MoshI ivisor. It looks good but has only been in my pocket with nothing else and looks rubbed and scratched on the back. Does feel like it could crack easily. I won't take my phone into work until I find a otterbox, which I will more than likely remove the built in screen protector.
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Do not mention Draco or any other ridiculously priced bumper please. $80 is way too much for a case.
With that said are there any good aluminum bumpers out for this phone yet? I haven't been able to find any
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Do not mention Draco or any other ridiculously priced bumper please. $80 is way too much for a case.
With that said are there any good aluminum bumpers out for this phone yet? I haven't been able to find any
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me too
I would definitely love one. Wouldn't mind paying 80 bucks just don't want a ridiculous design like the Draco one.
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I feel an aluminum bumper on this phone will preserve the look and feel of thr all aluminum phone while still adding some protection
How is the reception with the bumper on? Is it made out of actual metal? Isn't the whole point of the plastic sides are for reception issues since aluminum causes reception issues?
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How is the reception with the bumper on? Is it made out of actual metal? Isn't the whole point of the plastic sides are for reception issues since aluminum causes reception issues?
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+1 I've been wondering the same thing.
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I deleted about 15 posts about that draco bumper and other things as off-topic.
Seriously guys, the OP asked explicitely to NOT discuss that bumper. And also he didn't ask for pouches.
So either ask his question or stay off this thread. The next one not keeping to this rule will face consequences.
Cheers
Is anyone with an aluminum bumper experiencing heat issues? The one already gets a little warm just curious if this exasperates the issue? Did I spell that right
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Bad experiences for me
I've not tried an aluminum casing on the One but from previous experience, putting an aluminum bumper on my cell phone turned the GPS completely useless. I could never use Navigon while my gorgeous aluminum case was on the thing (granted, it was an iPhone ).
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I've not tried an aluminum casing on the One but from previous experience, putting an aluminum bumper on my cell phone turned the GPS completely useless. I could never use Navigon while my gorgeous aluminum case was on the thing (granted, it was an iPhone ).
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Ive always had issues with aluminim bumpers and reception as well.. this phone might change that though seeing as how the phone is aluminium to begin with. I think it might work really well.
Also..thank you for the cleanup
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Ive always had issues with aluminim bumpers and reception as well.. this phone might change that though seeing as how the phone is aluminium to begin with. I think it might work really well.
Also..thank you for the cleanup
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Well, don't forget the plastic strips on side and back. One reason for them being there is avoiding reception problems a full aluminium body would provide. So with alu bumpers you could probably close that "reception gaps" and therefore get in reception trouble. But that's a guess on my side.
Doh!!!
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Ive always had issues with aluminim bumpers and reception as well.. this phone might change that though seeing as how the phone is aluminium to begin with. I think it might work really well.
Also..thank you for the cleanup
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You are absolutely correct. The fact that the HTC One is all aluminum completely went over my head! :silly:
So yeah, I guess an aluminum case might not be so bad on the One. I'll be interested in finding out.
Also, I tried to give you a "thanks" instead of this reply but I was told that I'm limited to 8 thanks a day (WTH!?).
Well the thread says to not mention the Draco case, but I will as I can confirm the aluminum does not hinder cell or GPS reception to an unusable state. Other aluminum bumpers in the future will most likely show similar effects.
At work (deep inside office building, connected to LTE; Scottsdale) --
W/o: -88 to -92 dbm
With: -90 to -95 dbm
I wish someone would start to make them
Bumper or regular aluminium case would be awesome I wish some company would do make one
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Well the thread says to not mention the Draco case, but I will as I can confirm the aluminum does not hinder cell or GPS reception to an unusable state. Other aluminum bumpers in the future will most likely show similar effects.
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Thank you... responses like this are perfectly acceptable as they pertain to aluminium bumpers in general.. you just so happened to test that with a case that costs almost as much as the insurance deductible.
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Thank you... responses like this are perfectly acceptable as they pertain to aluminium bumpers in general.. you just so happened to test that with a case that costs almost as much as the insurance deductible.
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Haha and the bumper fails at protecting the entire back of the phone. Awaiting Draco to contact me back to return it. :victory:
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I've not tried an aluminum casing on the One but from previous experience, putting an aluminum bumper on my cell phone turned the GPS completely useless. I could never use Navigon while my gorgeous aluminum case was on the thing (granted, it was an iPhone ).
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Off topic!!!! Talking about iPhones....lets ban this dude. lol Jk.
I think having an aluminum bumper would help dissipate heat, like a heat sink or something.
Whoops responded to a wrong quote.
Although I don't think it would affect GPS.
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Hi,
I found an aluminium case here:
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=171032934102
It is not a bumper though.
I dream of an aluminium bumper for 30 bucks but it probably never gonna happen.
I don't know if i should get the draco design bumper in black or red
I know it's blasphemy but all three of these cases would be great. I for one would love to see a nice screw together machined aluminum case.
And, before you call and ask the company who makes the case I posted back and front pictures of..... it is over 200 dollars. It is called Black Ops. It does look cool though.
I think the issue with aluminum cases for the HTC one would be difficult because all the edges are slanted towards the screen. If you look at the poetic atmosphere case for an example, in order to be able to press the buttons, they made the case slant towards the screen as well. With aluminum, getting the perfect matching slant could be a problem. I guess an aluminum case that was straight without any slants towards the screen but inside had padding to match the slant could be achieve but that would alter the original ergonomic design of the HTC One's slanted edges concept. Just my 2 cents
Got my silver aluminum bumper from AliExpress today and it looks great for the price. When I came back from lunch with my boss, this thing was waiting for me in my mail box. It was extremely well packaged from China and you can tell the package was beat up in it's week's journey. Shipping to me in TX from China only took a week and that is extremely fast for me. I was expecting a two week delivery time.
To the case: To quell any questions on call quality; I have placed one call with the bumper on since I installed it. And it works. No noticeable drops that I can initially tell. I'll update if anything changes.
My bumper came with a generic N5 screen protector, which I will not use, because I already have a spigen one installed. I proceeded in taking the included bag which had a philips type of screw driver and upon further inspection, the bag also have a few spare screws, which is always welcomed IMO.
I removed my tpu bumper and slapped this one on immediately. I first came across the bumper looking like it may not fit due to my dbrand cf skin. Being a bit thick, I was a bit worried. But with a little more wrapping the case closer to the outer bezel, the screw openings aligned up better than before. The reason is because of the little foam pads on the interior. Once you work it down a bit, you should be able to screw in the teeeny tiny screws with the included screwdriver.
Will it work on my orb charger? Yes! It holds up as I thought it would.
Does the little screw tab that reminds me of Florida really bad looking? No, when looking at the phone at its entirety, I honestly can say, I like it.
Does it protect the back camera? Uhhhh that's a no. There are ridges on the bottom of the micro USB port and where the headphone port is, but it is not enough to keep the camera lens to sit on the table. This will detract quite a few people. But keep in mind, this is a MINIMALIST case, not a Seidio or Otterbox or whatever bomb proof case that's out there now lol. All the openings are nice and big, except for the headphone port. If you have anything like a Shure E215 plug, you will need to use an adapter to extend the port or use another headset/headphone all together. Another issue, I kinda dislike is the opening for the power button. You have to really search for the button because of it being a cut out compared to buttons on top. I just got to get used to that feeling.
However saying that, I am 100% comfortable placing my phone flat down because I have a dbrand carbon fiber skin on my Nexus 5 backside.
Another bonus is that this aluminum bumper fits in my Seidio Dilex Holster for the Nexus 5 without any issue. The little tab on the bottom plays nice and I am one happy camper. :highfive:
Do I recommend this? For now I say yes aesthetic wise. Everything seems to work thus far so I really don't have anything too bad to say about it.
Pros:
It's thin
Aluminum color is sleek and sexy with my cf white dbrands skin
Ok with wireless charging orb (will test out Tylt Vu later on as well as the Nexus Wireless charger in my truck)
Cons:
It's thin
This bumper will not protect the camera lens when laying it on it's backside.
The lil "Florida" tab where the screws are. Even though not a dealbreaker for me, it's still a slight 'con' in my book.
Pics below. Please let me know if you have any questions. I'll field them if I am not working
Thanks for the review, I will probably buy one. Does it seem like the metal would be able to scratch the screen where or makes contact?
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Does it actually feel like metal?
I feel like getting silver or blue.
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Thanks for the thorough review and photos! I am thinking about getting this as well.
Have you used it on the Nexus Wireless Charger yet? I currently have a TPU case but just bought the new charger but noticed the case was too thick for the magnets so I'm looking at getting a bumper like this.
wow that looks awesome
Could you take a photo of the hole for the headphone jack when the case is on the Nexus 5 or measure the diameter of the hole?
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Thanks for the review, I will probably buy one. Does it seem like the metal would be able to scratch the screen where or makes contact?
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No it doesn't seem to scratch or do anything to the screen. I have a Spigen protector on it and the bumper did not peel it up. I was more worried about the dbrand backing.
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Does it actually feel like metal?
I feel like getting silver or blue.
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It feels like...aluminum. It does not feel like plastic to me anyways.
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Thanks for the thorough review and photos! I am thinking about getting this as well.
Have you used it on the Nexus Wireless Charger yet? I currently have a TPU case but just bought the new charger but noticed the case was too thick for the magnets so I'm looking at getting a bumper like this.
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Yes I have used the Nexus wireless charger. I have it installed in my truck in conjunction of a Kenu Airframe that mounts to the vents. It clears Kenu Airframe so that the magnets can catch without much issue. And bumpy Texas roads and highways are no match thus far. But don't go off roading lol.
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wow that looks awesome
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Thanks!
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Could you take a photo of the hole for the headphone jack when the case is on the Nexus 5 or measure the diameter of the hole?
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Not too good with measurements with that size, I'll try lol. To me and my ruler, it looks like 6mm? I'll attach a pic.
Reporting on a half day of full use of the Aluminum bumper. I really do like the look of it and fits in my Seidio Dilex holster securely. However, I have to report in that if one has a dbrands back like me, I have a white carbon fiber back, it may bubble up a bit depending on how you put on your back and if you used a blow dryer on the edges like dbrand suggested. I did do that, but I did find a slight bubble/rise on the corner where the screws go in. Also, you can see that the bumper does not fully wrap around like a tpu would because, this is really not that flexible. I'll post some pics and hopefully you can see what my OCD eyes can see. As for the lil bubble, I'll need to do a follow up blow dryer event when I go home for lunch and see if that makes it go away or not. Not really all concerned with the bubble, I can hardly see it and I can learn to live with it if it doesn't go away lol.
looks great!! but in the back is a bit to thin imho
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looks great!! but in the back is a bit to thin imho
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I agree, but I am ok with it. I mean if it was naked it would have the same issue. However the dbrand back is protecting it from scratches so I am ok with that.Drop protection, I don't know, even though the box does mention drop protection on corners lol.
Can you comment on your cellular connection with it on.
Have you done any speed tests with and without it.
I mentioned in another thread that I had one on an iPhone and it did not do well, but the iPhone antenna is around the device, different than the Nex 5.
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Can you comment on your cellular connection with it on.
Have you done any speed tests with and without it.
I mentioned in another thread that I had one on an iPhone and it did not do well, but the iPhone antenna is around the device, different than the Nex 5.
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No I haven't done speedtests on it. But I am getting full bars LTE right outside my office, which is pretty much on par with what I normally get. I have to admit, I do think it affects the antenna slightly, but not to the point of dropped calls. However, I do not have anything to back up this theory.
I'll report back later on to see if my wife said she called me and I didn't answer or what have you.
can you do a signal test w/o case and w/ case?
(Settings, About Phone, Status, Signal strength)
Thanks!!
khanh1289 said:
can you do a signal test w/o case and w/ case?
(Settings, About Phone, Status, Signal strength)
Thanks!!
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Because you asked and I don't feel like working on my next project right now lol...
Without the bumper on, the phone went to lowest LTE at -112dBm
With bumper on, the phone went to H and jumps here and there, but didn't stick and settled on 3g (or UMTS) at -101dBm.
So my initial feelings are correct that it does hinder reception but I am still connected. Well in the office anyway. But I used my phone at lunch with co workers without issue. I was getting emails and notifications while I was out.
unfortunately, I barely get signal in my office so I can't really get this :/ I wish there was a good looking bumper that has same look/feel as this one but made of a different material that would not jeopardize the signal quality.
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unfortunately, I barely get signal in my office so I can't really get this :/ I wish there was a good looking bumper that has same look/feel as this one but made of a different material that would not jeopardize the signal quality.
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Sorry man. I wish I had better news. But I will continue to use the bumper for myself until something happens or if I get fed up with it for whatever reason.
Ohhh looks good!! Link please!!
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That looks extremely sexy. Also looks like it wouldnt offer to much protection.
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hello
thank for your time .who do this case.or do you have the link to the case?
reeco said:
Ohhh looks good!! Link please!!
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http://www.aliexpress.com/item/New-...-protective-sleeve-for-Google/1566805230.html
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That looks extremely sexy. Also looks like it wouldnt offer to much protection.
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No not so much, but after my first Seidio Holster broke, I have been running it naked and got used to its slim design. This was minimal bulk that still showed off the back dbrand skin goodness and also helps with any corner bumps. Which I have to say it did do its job the other day when I knocked it off my charger in my truck.
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thank for your time .who do this case.or do you have the link to the case?
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http://www.aliexpress.com/item/New-...-protective-sleeve-for-Google/1566805230.html
I have to add, which I didn't in the OP, is that I did add a bit more for a tracking number. I think the extra shipping cost less than 3 bucks.
I've looked quite a bit and cant really find any good cases that are like otterbox. Its not that i want an otterbox. I just would like something similar that covers up all the ports on the phone. There only seem to be 3. Maxboost hybrid, trident and i bason i think. But they seem to be cheap and dont fully cover the ports. I already have the maxboost, witch is ok, but its pretty cheap, and every time i pull it out of my pocket the bottom half slides off and i have to slide it back in place. Why is there no otterbox? They got something against the N5?, they even got a moto g case. Its all about the $$$
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I've looked quite a bit and cant really find any good cases that are like otterbox. Its not that i want an otterbox. I just would like something similar that covers up all the ports on the phone. There only seem to be 3. Maxboost hybrid, trident and i bason i think. But they seem to be cheap and dont fully cover the ports. I already have the maxboost, witch is ok, but its pretty cheap, and every time i pull it out of my pocket the bottom half slides off and i have to slide it back in place. Why is there no otterbox? They got something against the N5?, they even got a moto g case. Its all about the $$$
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http://blog.shopandroid.com/ballistic-sg-maxx-case-nexus-5-otterbox-rival/
Stealyourface said:
http://blog.shopandroid.com/ballistic-sg-maxx-case-nexus-5-otterbox-rival/
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I just bought this, from fleabay, Cant really tell you too much, never had an otterbox..
I can tell you its pretty cool, and the front screen protector is nice, doesnt hinder touch too much
The problem you are going to most likely have with the ballistic (because I certainly do) is the need to remove it once a week or so due to the level of dust that somehow manages to transfer from inside your pocket or anywhere else to under the protector. Unlike an otterbox which actually tries to keep dust out at the top, this is a wide open door. Also, it takes some getting used to looking at the case because of how much the 4 corners bulge out - definitely not the prettiest case around.
But I fully appreciate this case for what it does do right - I have dropped my N5 on concrete numerous times and it's sometimes funny to show off how good of a case it is to people I meet by just saying "oops" and dropping it from shoulder height onto pretty much any surface below. See the looks on peoples faces - worth the money right there. Lol
Stealyourface said:
http://blog.shopandroid.com/ballistic-sg-maxx-case-nexus-5-otterbox-rival/
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Ya thats one i saw also. It isnt very appealing.
Just received this hybrid a couple days ago and do far loving it. Tight fit, no play, covers all ports, not lint magnet, nice hard tpu inner and a decent built-in screen protector.
http://www.fosmon.com/product/hybo-snap-series-for-google-nexus-5/
Multiple colors.
I got it on amazon for around $6.50 us on amazon.
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Hey i saw that too but couldnt find a black one. Thanks
Andromendous said:
Ya thats one i saw also. It isnt very appealing.
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None of them are appealing to me. Even otterbox. On any phone. Just ugly.
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Andromendous said:
I've looked quite a bit and cant really find any good cases that are like otterbox. Its not that i want an otterbox. I just would like something similar that covers up all the ports on the phone. There only seem to be 3. Maxboost hybrid, trident and i bason i think. But they seem to be cheap and dont fully cover the ports. I already have the maxboost, witch is ok, but its pretty cheap, and every time i pull it out of my pocket the bottom half slides off and i have to slide it back in place. Why is there no otterbox? They got something against the N5?, they even got a moto g case. Its all about the $$$
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Spigen Slim Armor, I have been using it for months. Looks great, protects well, and doesn't add much size to the phone. $15 for the smooth black, great deal
http://www.spigen.com/nexus-5-case-slim-armor.html
Looks arent as important to me, im just worried about the protection of the phone and ports
Most people haven't heard of it but Siedio makes amazing full body protective cases.
Search Google for the Seidio Convert Combo Case Nexus 5. (I'd give you a link but I have 2g right now)
The case makes your nexus 5 a little bulky, but not much heavier ime. It has covers for the ports and its a 3 layer case with a good quality screen protector included.
Honestly, I believe that the Spigen Slim Armor is quite overpriced for what you get. i say this having actually bought one myself. The software is totally rubbish. Also, since it depends on using the proximity sensor to activate the screen, it causes numerous issues with that as well. you could always use it without the software, but it still doesn't change the fact that you just paid $45 for a piece of plastic with a hinge.
+1 on the seidio convert case. I just got it from the android central store during one of their last sales and I love it. It comes with the seidio surface hard shell case with kickstand which is pretty slim and protective on its own, but it also comes with the thicker rubber outer case and hard shell for structure and more protection (and protects/covers the ports), plus it comes with a locking holster that you can switch mounting attachments on between the standard belt clip, or the car mount, running arm band, bike handle bar mount (sold separately).
The case is awesome, I couldn't say more good things about it, great shock protection, great dust protection, light water protection, great button response, and the ability the simply use the surface case in its own right makes this well worth the money!
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lotherius said:
Honestly, I believe that the Spigen Slim Armor is quite overpriced for what you get. i say this having actually bought one myself. The software is totally rubbish. Also, since it depends on using the proximity sensor to activate the screen, it causes numerous issues with that as well. you could always use it without the software, but it still doesn't change the fact that you just paid $45 for a piece of plastic with a hinge.
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Thanks for the input. Was just browsing this particular case and was considering getting one
Thanks for the suggestions all, I think ill be gettin me a seidio!!