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SGP Skin Guard : Leatherize your X10i

A few weeks ago a member at XDA posted a link to the SGP-Store which sold some vinyl decals for the X10i. Their leather Skin Guard series catched my eye. However they were made for the Japanese X10 (hence the whole with DOCOMO in the back):
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I emailed the guys at SGP if they could make the skin guard without the "docomo hole" and they responded with: "if you comment during the order you want on without the docomo hole, then you'll receive one without the docomo hole". Thus I ordered two of the skin guards, one white for myself and one black for my father. Within a week the items arrived (from the USA to the Netherlands).
The Skin Guard is very easy to apply. Just make sure the holes at the camera and flash align with the decal, then align the SE logo on the bottom. With 3 points on a line aligned you really can't go wrong. There was a slight problem though. Because of the sharp curvature of the X10 the decal kept going loose at the edges. First I was frustated but then I rembered from putting decals on cars that heating it with a hairdryer could help. Luckely we can remove the backcover of the X10 so I could really get some heat in it. It was like a miracle, no more loose edges !
I'm really pleased with the end result. Yes it looks a bit like a Blackberry Bold. However remember the Blackberry has only a small portion of leather, where the Skin Guard almost covers the whole back. Furthermore this leather idea on electronics is much older than the Blackberry Bold. Some cameras in the eighties actually had this leather stuff on already.
The leather really makes the X10 a lot more grippy (which is more than welcome on the high gloss slippery white version). The vinyl is thin. However it's still noticable, I'll estimate it at a few papers thick. It doesn't cover the whole backcover, a very thin line across the border remains uncovered. This will help you if you get the vinyl on there not 100% straight. The vinyl is pretty durable and easy to clean. It also protects the back of the X10i. So now I don't have to be afraid of scratching that high-gloss back of my white X10i anymore.
Enough with the chitchat, time for some pictures:
As said, I'm really pleased with the end result. It looks great and I don't have to be so carefull with where a lay down my X10 anymore. To be honoust the skin does look better on the black phone, because there is less color difference between the black phone and the vinyl (black leather vs. flat black rubber) is less than between the white phone and the vinyl (white leather vs. high gloss white). The leather is a bit more white than the X10 is. Nevertheless it still looks pretty sweet

Looks very nice.. so it's not a replacement cover? You have to order the leather part and stick it onto the stock battery cover that we have on our phones?
If so, I would probably get another battery cover on ebay or something and then order this or something.

Tri3Dent said:
Looks very nice.. so it's not a replacement cover? You have to order the leather part and stick it onto the stock battery cover that we have on our phones?
If so, I would probably get another battery cover on ebay or something and then order this or something.
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Yes it's just a sticker, like a screenprotector, but then a leather one. It won't leave any residue (I had to realign it a few times). So you can just paste it on your stock battery cover. Remember to comment that you don't want to have the DOCOMO hole when ordering!

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Yes it's just a sticker, like a screenprotector, but then a leather one. It won't leave any residue (I had to realign it a few times). So you can just paste it on your stock battery cover. Remember to comment that you don't want to have the DOCOMO hole when ordering!
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I was thinking that that Docomo hole will match your Xperia writing under the flash, doesn't it?

The leather looks nice! but i think if i'm going to order one i'll end up getting the carbon fiber one... looks deadly.

Yup just ordered mine! I'll post pics once i get it

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I was thinking that that Docomo hole will match your Xperia writing under the flash, doesn't it?
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It will match the Xperia writing indeed. However I doubt if the Xperia writing will be nicely centered in the hole.

Got on too, hope to get it really soon... but probably will take a while since I'm in Brazil....
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Yup, ordered one too but didn't mention to cut out the docomo since i ordered through amazon. I'll just cut out the docomo so i can see the sony ericson or something, might put a spare clear protector over just that area to make it a window. Will post pictures when I get it

I got one for a month or two now, its white and now its getting pretty dirty. Its a bit tattered now but I'll try to get some pics of it.

^ That looks HORRIBLE. It doesn't fit the back at all.
I just ordered one but it's for the actual x10, not the DOCOMO version:
Hopefully this one fits better then the above poster's.
Also, to the people who bought this, did you recieve the "Steinheil Crystal Screen Protector" with the product? It says it also ships one out with the package, and it's supposed to be the best screen protector you can buy.

I just received my Carbon skin in the mail today... without the DOCOMO hole lol... yes it does come with the Crystal Screen protector.. it put a huge smile on my face cause i didnt even know it was supposed to come with one

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I just received my Carbon skin in the mail today... without the DOCOMO hole lol... yes it does come with the Crystal Screen protector.. it put a huge smile on my face cause i didnt even know it was supposed to come with one
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Does it fit perfectly like the above picture?
Also, how long did it take to mail, and where do you live (general region) so I can get an idea of how long it will take to receive?

Funny story... i haven't been able to apply it yet because I lost the back of my phone that covers the battery due to dropping my phone on a balcony... battery cover popped off and fell 7 stories onto an overhang... ordered a new back so I'm just waiting on that to arrive... my phone almost fell along with it but it hung on by a thread... i live in Ontario Canada... took 2 weeks including weekends to get here... so approx 10 business days
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Hypercore said:
^ That looks HORRIBLE. It doesn't fit the back at all.
I just ordered one but it's for the actual x10, not the DOCOMO version:
Hopefully this one fits better then the above poster's.
Also, to the people who bought this, did you recieve the "Steinheil Crystal Screen Protector" with the product? It says it also ships one out with the package, and it's supposed to be the best screen protector you can buy.
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They didn't offer a real X10 version when I ordered it. Looks like they finally decided to correct their 'mistake'.
About how well the skin fits, the skin is actually a bit flexible. So just align the camera and flash hole, then pull it gently to align the lower SE 'orbit'.
Good luck!

The moment I get some cash I'm gunna get one... damn that looks nice,
How is it for scratches?

juke05 said:
Funny story... i haven't been able to apply it yet because I lost the back of my phone that covers the battery due to dropping my phone on a balcony... battery cover popped off and fell 7 stories onto an overhang... ordered a new back so I'm just waiting on that to arrive... my phone almost fell along with it but it hung on by a thread... i live in Ontario Canada... took 2 weeks including weekends to get here... so approx 10 business days
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Alright, I'm in Manitoba so I should get it around the same time it took to receive yours.
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I've ordered a new back cover and a carbon skin as well, after watching some of the vids on youtube that show it on different iDevices, I was sold.
Hopefully it gets here soon, I'll put some pics up when it does.

ordered one so hopefully won't be long till it's here

just got mine, it fits quite nicely... I didn't need to stretch it or anything, it's just a little smaller than the battery cover...
I'm sending the pictures of my phone with it, don't crucify me for the quality, I'm not the best photographer in the world...
also it was really easy to install, in the first attempt I got it right...
good luck with yours...
Happy owner of a "leatherized" x10...

ROCK quicksand light grey case

This is a review on the ROCK quicksand case in light grey for the Samsung Galaxy S3.
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I've just received the case, so I will try to report back in a few weeks to let you know how it's holding up in use.
First thing I want to touch on is the design. It's really a beautiful case. I hear people talking about how their otterbox or body glove case enhances the look of the phone and I just don't see it. I prefer something clean and minimalist, that goes with the aesthetic of the phone. I think this case hits that, of course it's all personal preference.
It's very thin, and doesn't add noticeable bulk in the jeans pocket. It's easy to get in and out of the pocket, the material is grippy in the hand but doesn't grab onto my pockets.
The cutouts are really well done, they may look a little bit off in some of the photos but that is due to camera angle and lighting shadows, they are actually dead on. The volume rocker and lock button are just as easy to press, in fact maybe slightly easier due to the cutout guiding your finger onto the button. One small touch I really like is the slight lip around the camera cutout. It looks slick, but it also seems like something that will help the camera lens from getting scratched when setting it down on the table. It also has a slight lip on the top, so setting it down on a table will not get your screen dirty. I have the zagg invisbleshield on there (terrible product) and this case does not pull up the edges on that screen protector.
The texture of the case is the main difference between this and other slim hardcases, and it's a very nice feel. I was worried when I heard people comparing it to sandpaper, because sandpaper gives me that nails on chalkboard feeling when I touch it. But it's not like that, it's more like a river smoothed sandstone, with a touch of rubber feeling underlying it. It adds a bit of grip to the phone that the naked gs3 was missing, it won't be easy to drop, even if your hands are sweaty from working out.
Overall the fit and finish on this case is exceptional. I tried on a few tpu style cases at the mall, as well as some of the ones t-mobile was offering, and the quality on this blows all of those away. It snaps on easily and has a nice tight fit. The mold lines on the sides are only noticeable in just the right lighting, when looking real close. There is no flashing at all. It's nothing like this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1765882
This is obviously not a case for those who need heavy duty drop protection, but if you want something with great design that makes the phone feel better in your hand give it a shot.
I snagged it on ebay from 168sunflowers20060621 , and I'm pretty sure it's not a fake. I paid $13.50 and it took about 2 and a half weeks to ship from HK.
Here's the rest of the photos:

Looks great, mine is sitting in my office right now....worked from home today. I'll pick it up tomorrow to play with. I was right with you on the light grey with the white S3.

Got a black one for my blue s3. I love it, and as stupid as it sounds the combination matches my Volvo s60r interior perfectly...not that i care or planned that....lol
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bimmerd00d said:
Got a black one for my blue s3. I love it, and as stupid as it sounds the combination matches my Volvo s60r interior perfectly...not that i care or planned that....lol
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Nice! My car has gray leather, I did not think about that until you mentioned it, but it is a good match! Haha. Post up a pic, I'd love to see how the dark grey looks.

I had the black version (for my blue phone) sitting on my desk at work two weeks before the phone was even available.
Awesome case, the phone won't slip out of your hands with this case installed.

Great review (and nice pics). I have a white carbon fiber back coming and wonder if it would fit in this case.
Looks like Amazon has it for 15.99 with free Prime shipping.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0089E44OM/ref=cm_sw_r_an_am_ap_am_us?ie=UTF8
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fishfuzz said:
Great review (and nice pics). I have a white carbon fiber back coming and wonder if it would fit in this case.
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I kinda doubt it, the quicksand case is a really snug fit.

fishfuzz said:
Great review (and nice pics). I have a white carbon fiber back coming and wonder if it would fit in this case.
Looks like Amazon has it for 15.99 with free Prime shipping.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0089E44OM/ref=cm_sw_r_an_am_ap_am_us?ie=UTF8
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Dunno about the carbon fiber back, but jmorton is right, it's very closely fitted. That amazon link is the way to go, I def would have paid the extra $3 to get it in 2 days instead of 3 weeks. Not complaining though, I got good service and a good deal from the ebay seller.
I still haven't seen anyone pick up that plum color, i'm curious what it looks like in real life. Kinda reminds me of these: http://tantal.kalashnikov.guns.ru/pro11.html

+1 on the case. I have it and LOVE it. Adds the perfect amount of weight to the phone.

+1
I never used cases on my other phones, really don't care for them. I picked up this case because of the reviews and style. It may offer minimal protection, but for someone that doesn't like cases it will due. Hopefully work if i fumble the phone.

I got mine right after I got the phone, I love it. I was thinking about ordering the grey one, I have the black one!
edit - yep just ordered the grey one. can never have too many cases, right?

Well, I am in for one. Thanks OP. I will post how it fits with the carbon fiber back as well.
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fishfuzz said:
Well, I am in for one. Thanks OP. I will post how it fits with the carbon fiber back as well.
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Cool man, post photos when you get it in!

I have the Black and Dark Grey one, and the Blue phone. More than happy to take pics if you guys want to see them.

Rev1vaL said:
I have the Black and Dark Grey one, and the Blue phone. More than happy to take pics if you guys want to see them.
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Please do, as I am indecisive on which one to get for my blue phone. I really didn't want to get a case, but seeing as how I dropped it on cement earlier tonight, i'm gonna have to in order to cover the dents/scratches up. :/

adima said:
Please do, as I am indecisive on which one to get for my blue phone. I really didn't want to get a case, but seeing as how I dropped it on cement earlier tonight, i'm gonna have to in order to cover the dents/scratches up. :/
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Sure thing, I'll take a few in the morning.'
here's the album I made - http://imgur.com/a/BcMmK
sorry for them being sideways, imgur was being stupid and not letting me rotate them

Case arrived this morning and in good order. There are a couple of rough edges which will need to be trimmed (at the bottom where I normally rest my pinkies as I type and the top corners).
It certainly adds a nice amount of texture to the device, but I haven't determined if my over sensitive skin will be able to handle the effect long term yet.
There is a negligible difference on weight with this case, and I found it slides in and out of my pocket easily.
For those of you who own one, can you see a visible molding line around the edge? This one is obvious in some places.
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fishfuzz said:
Case arrived this morning and in good order. There are a couple of rough edges which will need to be trimmed (at the bottom where I normally rest my pinkies as I type and the top corners).
For those of you who own one, can you see a visible molding line around the edge? This one is obvious in some places.
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Mine is perfect (black one). Mine has no rough edges or visible molding lines whatever.

Finger dent from the case
Molding
And the final reason to return: the edges will quickly wear leaving a darker plastic beneath.
Thankfully I bought through Amazon, so returns shouldn't be an issue.
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jmorton10 said:
Mine is perfect (black one). Mine has no rough edges or visible molding lines whatever.
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Same here. I've been using the black one for probably two weeks now and it's perfect.

Nillkin LG Nexus 5 Anti-Explosion Tempered Glass Screen Protector

Anti-Explosion!!!!
i've used one of their thin cases before and liked the quality, especially given the cheap price. haven't had any experience with any of their screen protectors, but i'm hoping their quality extends to these new glass screen protectors.
just placed an order. will update once i've installed it.
$14.89 + FS from DX-BOX
Selected and used Japan imported AGC glass material and HARVES nanotechnology with excellent defensive performance. It owns super high transmittance and high restoring the original color of screen. It supports anti-glare coating to prevent glare derivative. Used tempered glass, its hardness up to 9H; scratch-resistant flowers and blowout. Its surface used Nanometer thin oil coating which is anti-fingerprint, oil rub resistance and effectively preventing and filtering ultraviolet ray. It also fused the global advanced screen protector process technology. Its thickness is only 0.3mm with precise CNC cutting technology. 2.5D edging craft make the film fit the screen easily, combine the film and phone body better. At the same time, there will no risk to hurt our hands in the process. It creates perfect edges; make the film thinner, clearer and safer.
Environmental and silicon coating; quicker adsorption and can be reused after cleaning.
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Sounds interesting... a similar product can be the Orzly tempered glass,same thickness (0.3 mm).
The problem is that sellers are from China, and that means looong delivery time (for Europe, al least 1 month or two)

KaylordTheuZ said:
Sounds interesting... a similar product can be the Orzly tempered glass,same thickness (0.3 mm).
The problem is that sellers are from China, and that means looong delivery time (for Europe, al least 1 month or two)
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well, the product page for this lists 7-15 business days for most of Europe. not too bad

1lazysheep said:
well, the product page for this lists 7-15 business days for most of Europe. not too bad
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As far as experience tells, no orders I've done from China (and I purchased a lot) have been shipped in less than a month... At least, here in Italy. (I live in Milan).
I just bought the Orzly alternative... my guess is these glass screen protectors are more or less equivalent.
I'm scared however as I think the problems we all read about the Spigen product could also be noticeable on these glass protections.
Let me explain that: it's for sure a Spigen's fault, as probably these protectors have been cut on the basis of a CAD/CAM project, before getting in touch with the phone itself. No one could imagine that Nexus 5 front glass could present a slight irregularity before getting the phone in hand.
I wonder then if:
- Nillkin
- Orzly
- (who's next?)
products will overcome the problem.
It's all in the adhesive component, but I doubt they'll use a better silicon than Spigen.
However, for a bit more that 10 EUR including shipping in 3/4 businness days... it's quite worth it

Adding iLoome to the list of vendors: http://www.iloome.com/
They're not quite ready yet though.

Here is an aliexpress link with ePacket. (ePacket is very quick, and gets to you within around 7 days usually)
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/MOQ-...n-Protector-Film-For-LG-nexus/1467811195.html
Just ordered one. Nice price.

bhazard451 said:
Here is an aliexpress link with ePacket. (ePacket is very quick, and gets to you within around 7 days usually)
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/MOQ-...n-Protector-Film-For-LG-nexus/1467811195.html
Just ordered one. Nice price.
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No ePacket option for italians ... and the fastest shipping method costs more than three protectors

here's a full product page, translated into english: http://nillkin.com/english/proshow.asp?mid=2&sid=0&tid=0&cid=1&scid=13&id=3702&page=1
they sure did put together quite a few promotional images, hah. it's too bad most of the text on the images isn't translated to english as well.
anyway, thanks for the heads up on the protector, OP. gonna subscribe to this thread and wait to hear how it performs.

bhazard451 said:
Here is an aliexpress link with ePacket. (ePacket is very quick, and gets to you within around 7 days usually)
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/MOQ-...n-Protector-Film-For-LG-nexus/1467811195.html
Just ordered one. Nice price.
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nice find. 89 cents cheaper FTW!

Mime looks to be making one as well but I don't think it's ready yet either. I have one in my HTC One and it had been the best thing I've ever bought for any phone I've owned.
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Just ordered with the ePacket option. Looking forward to seeing how it holds up. N5 gets delivered in 9 hours or less . A case I picked up a day or two later, then this maybe next week. I'll leave a review when I get it and I'll get back to you on whether or not it fits with the case I got... Forget which one, I'll check Amazon later.

Just bit the bullet on one from ali, 14 bucks for a 9h tempered and beveled screen protector is a steal!

Netimes have them also. :good:

Any feedback?

Bought 1 from Aliexpress.com too.
And now they're on Amazon but still ship from China. It normally takes about 21 days to receive so for those people who want feedback you can check back here around December 5th.

daryltrinh said:
Adding iLoome to the list of vendors: http://www.iloome.com/
They're not quite ready yet though.
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Just got email saying they will be ready in mid december

Just got mine in, as well as the Nillkin frosted case. Both are AWESOME!
It does show fingerprints, but the glass feels great, fits perfectly, and it was only $14 compared to other more expensive, mostly defective options.

bhazard451 said:
Just got mine in, as well as the Nillkin frosted case. Both are AWESOME!
It does show fingerprints, but the glass feels great, fits perfectly, and it was only $14 compared to other more expensive, mostly defective options.
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Pics please?

automaddux said:
Mime looks to be making one as well but I don't think it's ready yet either. I have one in my HTC One and it had been the best thing I've ever bought for any phone I've owned.
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looks like MIME's version is ready. the feather glass is only 0.15mm think w/ 9H rating.
http://mimeusa.com/product/nexus-5-feather-glass-tempered-glass-screen-protector/
http://mimeusa.com/product/nexus-5-ghost-glass-tempered-glass-screen-protector/
expensive, but i've heard good things about them.

I just finished fiiting mine up, I'm extremely happy with it. Looks great and feels even better. The only thing I didn't like is that the small film for the camera lens is plastic and not glass like the front, but you do get 4 of them in case you screw up.

Toast Made real wood cover/skins

Anyone have any experience with these? They just released the Nexus 5 version http://toastmade.com/Android.html

Tempting! Here is a video review:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3HxLBz4piM4
The edges look terrible though... ugh.

If it’s a 3M, how come it is a REAL wood?

kong said:
If it’s a 3M, how come it is a REAL wood?
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Because it uses 3M adhesive to adhere it to the phone its not vinyl

Nocturnal86 said:
Because it uses 3M adhesive to adhere it to the phone its not vinyl
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Now that sounds interesting :highfive:

I actually like my Nexus logo running landscape on the phone like stock. I wonder if they can cut that out?

Since screen protectors usually cover those top and bottom areas, would you basically not be able to take off the screen protector without taking off the skin? Would you even be able to use a screen protector underneath? I feel like it might be elevated.

I have many leather bound books. And my phone smells of rich mahogany.
I couldnt resist. lol

Must-not-tap-buy..
Sh*t, I'll gonna take one
Btw, it reminds me of some locals here whose specialty is making bamboo case for phones
It only costs $20-30 each and you can put whatever pic/text you want
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Dunno if they can make one for N5

I pulled the trigger this morning and order the white ash one. I ordered the front piece too, but not certain if I will install that piece. Will keep you guys posted when mine comes in.

Lootes said:
I pulled the trigger this morning and order the white ash one. I ordered the front piece too, but not certain if I will install that piece. Will keep you guys posted when mine comes in.
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Yes, please post pictures!

Hey guys, got the cover this morning and below is a link to the photos. I haven't put the front face cover on yet but placed it on the phone for the pictures so you can get an idea. The white ash color works well with my white Nexus as it isn't that visible at the seems.
Installation was straight forward and wasn't too challenging. One concern is if I will be able to pop out the sim tray, but will test that when I get home tonight.
let me know if you have any questions.
https://plus.google.com/u/0/photos/+AlexanderLuton/albums/5981882660137349729

Lootes said:
Hey guys, got the cover this morning and below is a link to the photos. I haven't put the front face cover on yet but placed it on the phone for the pictures so you can get an idea. The white ash color works well with my white Nexus as it isn't that visible at the seems.
Installation was straight forward and wasn't too challenging. One concern is if I will be able to pop out the sim tray, but will test that when I get home tonight.
let me know if you have any questions.
https://plus.google.com/u/0/photos/+AlexanderLuton/albums/5981882660137349729
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Lookds good. How is the feel in the hand? do you feel the edges and all that?

The feel is good. It is less slick than the stock white back, so I don't feel like it is going to slide out of my hand. Also, although subtle, you do feel the grain in the wood which is a nice touch.
Regarding the edges, there is a small seam between the back piece and the side pieces that breaks the continuity but it is something that after some use I doubt I will even notice. The edge of the side that is facing the screen is a bit more noticeable, but nothing too concerning, it is a piece of wood after all.
All in all, it is very well made, I especially like how the single back piece is designed to wrap over the curves of the back plate.

Just bit the bullet on a bamboo front and back for my black N5 will update with a post when it arrives!

Lootes said:
The feel is good. It is less slick than the stock white back, so I don't feel like it is going to slide out of my hand. Also, although subtle, you do feel the grain in the wood which is a nice touch.
Regarding the edges, there is a small seam between the back piece and the side pieces that breaks the continuity but it is something that after some use I doubt I will even notice. The edge of the side that is facing the screen is a bit more noticeable, but nothing too concerning, it is a piece of wood after all.
All in all, it is very well made, I especially like how the single back piece is designed to wrap over the curves of the back plate.
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How long did it take for them to ship it out for you? I'm a bit anxious, and I ordered it Saturday night and paid for priority shipping, do you think it'd be wrong to expect it by Friday?
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How long did it take for them to ship it out for you? I'm a bit anxious, and I ordered it Saturday night and paid for priority shipping, do you think it'd be wrong to expect it by Friday?
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I ordered mine on the 5th of February and it shipped on the 12th, which was 5 business days. I didn't do priority shipping and it was delivered on the 15th. When I ordered mine, covers for the white nexus were shipping in 3 to 5 business days which is what I got. I do recall there was a message that said black nexus covers were taking a little longer to fulfill, not sure if that is still the case.

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I ordered mine on the 5th of February and it shipped on the 12th, which was 5 business days. I didn't do priority shipping and it was delivered on the 15th. When I ordered mine, covers for the white nexus were shipping in 3 to 5 business days which is what I got. I do recall there was a message that said black nexus covers were taking a little longer to fulfill, not sure if that is still the case.
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Yep. Did say 3-5 days Guess it'll be sometime next week then. Thanks!
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Just installed mine and am very pleased with it. It has a really nice feel even if the edges on the wood are a bit sharp, not too sharp though. I installed the front cover on top of a glass screen protector with zero issues.

heres mine with ebony ..looks and feel great in my hands

Case recommendatiom for Le Max 2

Hey guys,
I just ordered a `Black Sandstone Case` from Aliexpress and it just arrived today. Took about 6 weeks till I got it in Germany. Cost me around 6.33euro.
The delivery itself was very nervewracking, because neither the Tracking was really working for China nor for Germany.
Anyways, the case itself looks very good and feels like a high quality material to me. The grip is very good.
Fit tight too.
The only `negative` aspect I can tell is that the case doesnt really fit that well around the cameralense itself. There is nearly no space between lense and case on the upper side, but in comparison `very much` space on the lower side. As the left and right sides are still symmetric, it doesnt really bother me.
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I really recommend it for the look, feel and price! :good:

The case looks good. Some shops offered a gift option including earphone, flip case, two type of softcases and a tempered glass.
Choosing DHL delivery reduces your wait time to 9-11 days.

EverPing said:
The case looks good. Some shops offered a gift option including earphone, flip case, two type of softcases and a tempered glass.
Choosing DHL delivery reduces your wait time to 9-11 days.
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DHL wasnt available for my product but i Got a glass protector with it
But my official leeco tempered glass came a week before, so i dont need it at all.
By the way: i Got a thin and a really thick one in the tempered glass box. Do i have to apply the thin first for better gluing of the thick one? Or just apply the thick one and have an extra one for spare?

I think you apply only one. I guess the thick one feels more sturdy, the thin one might provide better visibility but breaks easier.
katze94 said:
DHL wasnt available for my product but i Got a glass protector with it
But my official leeco tempered glass came a week before, so i dont need it at all.
By the way: i Got a thin and a really thick one in the tempered glass box. Do i have to apply the thin first for better gluing of the thick one? Or just apply the thick one and have an extra one for spare?
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katze94 said:
Hey guys,
I just ordered a `Black Sandstone Case` from Aliexpress and it just arrived today. Took about 6 weeks till I got it in Germany. Cost me around 6.33euro.
The delivery itself was very nervewracking, because neither the Tracking was really working for China nor for Germany.
Anyways, the case itself looks very good and feels like a high quality material to me. The grip is very good.
Fit tight too.
The only `negative` aspect I can tell is that the case doesnt really fit that well around the cameralense itself. There is nearly no space between lense and case on the upper side, but in comparison `very much` space on the lower side. As the left and right sides are still symmetric, it doesnt really bother me.
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I really recommend it for the look, feel and price! :good:
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Is it smooth or frosted ? A link or buyer name would be great , Please

MadMicro said:
Is it smooth or frosted ? A link or buyer name would be great , Please
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It is frosted. I am not able to Look for the sellers name atm

Is the case thicker than the camera housing? I want to get a case that is thicker so when I put down the phone the camera doesnt scratch

ZeMartelo said:
I want to get a case that is thicker so when I put down the phone the camera doesnt scratch
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https://www.aliexpress.com/item/TPU...Max-2-X820-case-with-stand-5/32676359980.html
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/TPU...-Letv-Le-2-Max-X820-case-5-7/32669340508.html

Just want to share with you the view of my brand new skin and bumper by Luphie.

Qron said:
Just want to share with you the view of my brand new skin and bumper by Luphie.
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Look very nice, link please.

Qron said:
Just want to share with you the view of my brand new skin and bumper by Luphie.
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I have been trying to locate skins for max 2 but no luck
Please share the link

Skin: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/For...bon-Fiber-Front-Back-Sticker/32718744730.html
Bumper: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/LS0...inum-metal-frame-for-Letv-Le/32676725090.html
As for the skin. There is a peace for FP sensor, but no luck to make it operational when covered. On the other hand, it's made batter than shown on the link I gave you. There is even a sticker for the SIM tray.

Qron said:
Skin: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/For...bon-Fiber-Front-Back-Sticker/32718744730.html
Bumper: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/LS0...inum-metal-frame-for-Letv-Le/32676725090.html
As for the skin. There is a peace for FP sensor, but no luck to make it operational when covered. On the other hand, it's made batter than shown on the link I gave you. There is even a sticker for the SIM tray.
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Thanks for the link
Is there a way to cover the capacitive buttons in the front
I use on screen navigation buttons so it will annoy me
Also does it come with a screen protector if it doesn't do we have to remove the screen protector already on the device
Thanks again

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Thanks for the link
Is there a way to cover the capacitive buttons in the front
I use on screen navigation buttons so it will annoy me
Also does it come with a screen protector if it doesn't do we have to remove the screen protector already on the device
Thanks again
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Since I have silver version of X820, parts for the front have no use for me. The manufacturer hasn't removed inner parts of cut-outs, so if you want to cover capacitive buttons, there is a way.
The set came with screen protector, but I have't tested it out either since I've already aplied one before.

Qron said:
Since I have silver version of X820, parts for the front have no use for me. The manufacturer hasn't removed inner parts of cut-outs, so if you want to cover capacitive buttons, there is a way.
The set came with screen protector, but I have't tested it out either since I've already aplied one before.
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That is awesome
I am ordering them right now
Wish I had the silver color{not available in india}
Thanks for help
:good::good:

I bought them all
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01GNZ1SHO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LCO9ABW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
http://www.geekbuying.com/item/Leat...eTV-LeEco-Le-Max-2-Pro-X820-Black-368915.html
http://www.geekbuying.com/item/Leat...ern-For-LeTV-LeEco-Le-Max-2-Black-368911.html