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I'm considering getting a thin case for my galaxy s3, which is coming very soon, and i have been compared some cases for myself, and i think it might be helpful for someone who also looking into those cases to buy.
Case Mate Barely There: http://www.case-mate.com/Samsung-Ga...Mate-Samsung-Galaxy-S3-Barely-There-Cases.asp
Incipio Feather: http://www.incipio.com/Samsung-Gala...-S-III-feather-Ultralight-Hard-Shell-Case.asp
SGP Ultra Thin Air: http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/samsung/galaxy-s3/samsung-galaxy-s3-ultra-thin-air-series.html
Rearth SLIM lite: http://www.rearthusa.com/galaxy_s3_slim_lite_kit
Price:
Barely There ($25) / Feather ($24.99) / Ultra Thin Air: ($19.99) / SLIM lite: ($22.99)
Accessory Included:
Barely There (None) / Feather (Screen Protector) / Ultra Thin Air: (Screen Protector) / SLIM lite: (1 screen protector & 1 strap)
Colors Availability:
Barely There (6 including W&B) / Feather (6 without W) / Ultra Thin Air: (8 including W&B) / SLIM lite: (5 including W&B)
Hard case vs. Soft case
All of them are hard cases
These are the things that I can compare before I purchase a case. I'm more into Case Mate Barely there because I had a good experience from my old phone, but I'm into Ultra Thin Air as well because of the price. I haven't made decision yet, but you can simply reply your reviews on any of cases above, or use it when you need to choose one of them. :laugh:
you left a very popular one out around here that's cheaper than all of those... the Rock case. added grip over those as well. and it comes in at least 4 diff colors that i know of...
These cases won't help you from a fall..
Randomacts said:
These cases won't help you from a fall..
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very true. but some of us never drop phones. i'm one of those people
i typically look for a case that will at least protect the backside of the phone. anything else is just extra.
mrvirginia said:
very true. but some of us never drop phones. i'm one of those people
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haha mee too! I never drop my phone and my phone needs to be slim! I know hard cases never give much protection, but the reason i'm using them is that they feel nice just like touching my phone naked. Some people might just care more about the design while xda people are more interested in protection!
twoashj said:
haha mee too! I never drop my phone and my phone needs to be slim! I know hard cases never give much protection, but the reason i'm using them is that they feel nice just like touching my phone naked. Some people might just care more about the design while xda people are more interested in protection!
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+1 mrvirginia
My vote goes to the ROCK quicksand!
I purchased the dark grey and light grey and they feel great. Zero bulk added
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Ah yes you never "drop your phone" when you are thinking about it.. but then when you do with that thin case and if it lands wrong your screwed.
I hope you guys don't get that unlucky but I won't take my chances with mine
Im waiting for this.
http://www.spigen.com/blog/galaxy-s3-neo-hybrid-case-is-coming-soon/
I've got the Rearth Slim Lite on mine, and it's been working great. Thin enough, and a good "soft" grip feel to the back. And if offers the corner protection I like - the only drops I ever had with my SGSII were when it slipped out of my pocket and hit on a corner...hasn't happened yet . And it fits on both the Samsung dock and the cheaper dock I got on Amazon with the case on - BONUS!
For 10 bucks you can beat this. Looks very much the same as SPIGEN SGP only with some texture
http://www.ebay.com/itm/33073720479...X:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649#ht_9351wt_1396
twoashj said:
haha mee too! I never drop my phone and my phone needs to be slim! I know hard cases never give much protection, but the reason i'm using them is that they feel nice just like touching my phone naked. Some people might just care more about the design while xda people are more interested in protection!
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mrvirginia said:
very true. but some of us never drop phones. i'm one of those people
i typically look for a case that will at least protect the backside of the phone. anything else is just extra.
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... Knock on wood...
I got the Rearth Slim Lite for my wife and I and it is really nice it fit like a glove and to my surprise it is so slim that it hardly add any bulk to the phone. For those of you with skinny jeans it will be perfect LOL. On the real I will recommend this to anybody who is Not clumsy or have toddler at home because I think the case will only protect from mild drops but will not survive a toddler attack. Hope that helps.
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Get it here is a lot cheaper...super thin
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Grey-Smoke-...=520437731339394235&pid=100015&prg=1017&rk=1&
+1 to Rock. IMO the best slim case for S3...best bang for the buck and looks good also.
TKG26 said:
For 10 bucks you can beat this. Looks very much the same as SPIGEN SGP only with some texture
http://www.ebay.com/itm/33073720479...X:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649#ht_9351wt_1396
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+1 - I've got the red one and it's pretty decent. I went through a ton of cases on my Captivate and my SGS II before (most recent was the Incipio Feather) and this bad boy holds up just as well. Mine came with a screen protector as well - and the most important thing is it came in red, which a lot of vendors seem allergic to (although they have a ton of pastels for some damn reason....).
K.0.0.L. said:
Get it here is a lot cheaper...super thin
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Grey-Smoke-...=520437731339394235&pid=100015&prg=1017&rk=1&
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This is the thinnest case i've seen. just ordered it, i know it will not prevent damage from a fall but i have never drop my phone (i know it will happen eventually). i care more about scratches. I tried the full body xtremeguard and was disapointed since the edges in the back were like cutting knife to my fingers. Also the xtremeguard screen protector was a let down since it creat a rainbow like pixel and take away screen clarity.
WRONG
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Randomacts said:
These cases won't help you from a fall..
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WRONG
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my girlfriend dropped her phone about 3-4 feet onto tile floor.
Barely there case actually saved smashing the screen
If you don't care about drop protection and just about scratches to the back, why not just order and keep a battery back cover replacement handy to swap in when it gets scratched? ANY case is going to add some minor thickness since it's overlaying the actual back cover, but if you just swap the back cover then you have a new look w/o the added case thickness.
My only problem is the phones I've had always seem to get worn the most on the outside edges. So I just got a replacement back and looking for a bumper-like attachment to protect the outside edges of the phone and maybe give a small lip so the screen is elevated when the phone is placed/lands face down.
Anyone know if there is a chance of getting bumpers made for the One? This phone looks too good to cover up but it would be nice to have minimal protection.
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Anyone know if there is a chance of getting bumpers made for the One? This phone looks too good to cover up but it would be nice to have minimal protection.
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I would expect to see the Poetic Borderline from Poetic. They had it for the N4.
Wow those are new to me, very slick.
The poetic borderline and atmosphere cases are under $10 on Amazon
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surely those will look stupid with the phone's curved back?? :s
The borderline case looks a bit "stupid," especially on the top and bottom. The atmosphere in the other hand, actually looks really good. So good, I already ordered one.
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eg1122 said:
The borderline case looks a bit "stupid," especially on the top and bottom. The atmosphere in the other hand, actually looks really good. So good, I already ordered one.
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hmm thats certainly a much more attractive option.
is the back just clear plastic though? why is the upper right one larger, there's a microphone there isnt there?
the only things that put me off getting a case is that a) the device gets bigger and b) it no longer fits into docks etc.
Case is completely clear except for the sides. And great the hole on the top right is bigger because if the Mic. As far as adding bulk, the case not as thick as you might think. I've seen these cases on the iPhone and it looks really good. I like the fact that its clear and the look of the phone is retained. Personally I just use a case when I'm not home or at work.
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Case is completely clear except for the sides. And great the hole on the top right is bigger because if the Mic. As far as adding bulk, the case not as thick as you might think. I've seen these cases on the iPhone and it looks really good. I like the fact that its clear and the look of the phone is retained. Personally I just use a case when I'm not home or at work.
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I hate cases but have to them for work only a bumper case might be cool tho.. nice to see your getting one EG
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If you were to accidentally drop the phone while it had one of those Poetic Borderline cases on it, and it landed flat on its back, would the first thing to hit the floor be part of the bumper or part of the phone?
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If you were to accidentally drop the phone while it had one of those Poetic Borderline cases on it, and it landed flat on its back, would the first thing to hit the floor be part of the bumper or part of the phone?
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Of course bumper, check the design you'll see it clearly.
Bumper cases are nice but HTC's own flip case will look classy.
Dharkan said:
Of course bumper, check the design you'll see it clearly.
Bumper cases are nice but HTC's own flip case will look classy.
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dont be so sure about the flip case
first impressions from those who have them are bad - shame really as I am getting one for free and the stand aspect is really nice.
ill be going with my usual very low profile case w/ screen protector combo and then after maybe 6 months take the case off!
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dont be so sure about the flip case
first impressions from those who have them are bad - shame really as I am getting one for free and the stand aspect is really nice.
ill be going with my usual very low profile case w/ screen protector combo and then after maybe 6 months take the case off!
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The flip case will serve a purpose but I wouldn't have it for everyday use, its basically thick card with microfibre lining.
I've posted a few pics of the HTC Flip case
Check out my post. It's #849 http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2187323&page=85
Dharkan said:
Of course bumper, check the design you'll see it clearly.
Bumper cases are nice but HTC's own flip case will look classy.
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It's anything but clear in the photos that I've seen. On most phones bumpers certainly will protect the phone if it's dropped on its back, but most phones don't have anywhere near as much curvature on the back of the case as the One has - a bumper would have to stick out a long way at the edge in order to protect the middle.
Quick overview for one of the cheapest and best built case I have used
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qwRFAzS7QCg&feature=c4-overview&list=UURFzPAm9-Ci1AdaDejvEi0g
got mine about a week and and i love mine but i prefer my Air jacket more. (Just because it doesn't hide my motomaker back). one thing i had against it is that it fit crazy tight and i almost felt like i was breaking my phone when trying to remove it. it also made my buttons a bit more sensitive than i would have liked, but not to much that it would randomly turn on.
Yeah.. I agree its super tight coming off. Have to go slow taking it off that's for sure.
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Thanks for the review: I was considering the Supcase. While you did point out the minimal face-protection: I found that the size of the protection around the front-sides is exactly what I was looking for as I am currently working near minerals quite often so having a bit of breathing space is ideal.
dobo84 said:
Quick overview for one of the cheapest and best built case I have used
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qwRFAzS7QCg&feature=c4-overview&list=UURFzPAm9-Ci1AdaDejvEi0g
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Grabbed one a couple of weeks back..Definitely a great,cheap case!
Jayrod76 said:
Grabbed one a couple of weeks back..Definitely a great,cheap case!
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+1 Rockin this case too!
-Sent from a nitroglycerine infused moto X... handle with care
dobo84 said:
Quick overview for one of the cheapest and best built case I have used
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qwRFAzS7QCg&feature=c4-overview&list=UURFzPAm9-Ci1AdaDejvEi0g
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wow... :victory: Great and Great... thanks for sharing it..
I've been using the Supcase for nearly 2 months now and I've got the say for the price you can't beat it. The clear back option is great and I like it since it keeps the dimple intact!
Ergonomics for the win!
I must be the only person here or on amazon who did not like the supcase. It had a great fit but I just didn't like the hard plastic shell and sharp edges. I only used a few times then put on ebay. For a thin casr I much prefer my tpu case that was $12 cheaper.
My SUPCASE Clear/Black came in and I'm loving it. The only problem I have right now(which is ironic) is that it's actually too-loose around the power/volume keys which makes it hard pressing down on the keys.
Great review. The case looks breautiful. I just ordered one on amazon for $16.
Has anyone used this case with Shure SE215 headphones? I am concerned that the earphone jack won't fit through the case as the opening isn't particularly wide. Would hate to have to return the case if my earphones don't fit.
I see your supcase review. It's great. I want to know how much it with shipping expense?
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/
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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
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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
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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!!
It seems to me that the selection of cases for the Nextbit Robin is pretty poor so far and as far as I know, many known manufacturers are not planning to make cases for this device. Are you planning to buy a case? what case are you going to get?
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As far as I can see, so far there is still almost no selection of cases, however there are few screen protectors.
My favorite option so far is the following:
Amazon.com: Anti-Bubble High Definition Clear Shield by Dmax
There is so few options to go with.
Well, we have 3 different options, and different colors for the bumps case. Maybe they're not a lot comparing to other phones/companies, but I think we should just wait till 3rd party companies make more cases for Robin, it's a bit soon to see them out
Yeah, I'm still waiting if anyone have some new cases they noticed please share
Well the phone isn't released yet! And its a startup! So more should arrive soon!
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Well the phone isn't released yet! And its a startup! So more should arrive soon!
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You are right. This is completely different from the devices that are currently out so it is very exciting. but we have to be patient.
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It seems to me that the selection of cases for the Nextbit Robin is pretty poor so far and as far as I know, many known manufacturers are not planning to make cases for this device. Are you planning to buy a case? what case are you going to get?
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As far as I can see, so far there is still almost no selection of cases, however there are few screen protectors.
My favorite option so far is the following:
Amazon.com: Anti-Bubble High Definition Clear Shield by Dmax
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What kind of cases are you looking for? I personally love the bumps cases. Like are you looking for something similar to a flip case? Leather? I'd love to see what else others like.
Not cases, but skins are confirmed by dbrand, they have said they'll have them before the device releases!
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Not cases, but skins are confirmed by dbrand, they have said they'll have them before the device releases!
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Really stoked that we'll be working with dbrand on some Robin skins! Can't wait to see how they'll turn out.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/29168654229...49&var=590714977170&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
Yeah, I went with that one on Ebay.
Kind of surprised that there aren't any on Amazon.
I know they aren't cases but the dbrand skins look bloody awesome.
I ordered the scratches case because I really despise cases, but I also really want my Robin to stay in pristine condition. It is very small and clear, so it should do fine for me. As for all the people that want their phone put in a tank, I can see your side of the argument, and in that case, I have to agree that they don't have a very good selection.
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I bought this Fosmon case in clear. It's a little tight, so the middle sections of each side pulls outward a little. Cutout for the cloud sync logo on the back seems unnecessary, but most likely put in for the opaque color options. You can lay the phone face down and it won't scratch the screen.
My main gripe with the Robin was that it's very slippery -- even though it was touted as being a non-slippery phone -- but this case fixes that problem.
The imperfect fit makes it hard to wholeheartedly recommend, but it adds the much needed grip to the phone so I'm pleased for the low price I paid for it.
palf91 said:
I bought this Fosmon case in clear. It's a little tight, so the middle sections of each side pulls outward a little. Cutout for the cloud sync logo on the back seems unnecessary, but most likely put in for the opaque color options. You can lay the phone face down and it won't scratch the screen.
...The imperfect fit makes it hard to wholeheartedly recommend, but it adds the much needed grip to the phone so I'm pleased for the low price I paid for it.
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Yeah I got the clear (cause I got the sick Electric model) and this one is also tight I only hope that since it is plastic it will mold to the device in time. like some of the other cases I've had of this material before.
The Infinite Asylum said:
I ordered the scratches case because I really despise cases, but I also really want my Robin to stay in pristine condition. It is very small and clear, so it should do fine for me. As for all the people that want their phone put in a tank, I can see your side of the argument, and in that case, I have to agree that they don't have a very good selection.
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Bad choice I got mine together with my Robin and the Scratches case is really poor quality. Some parts of the plastic especially at the charger end of it, are so thin that they tear apart when case is removed a couple of times.
Hope nexbit will fix this at some stage,but not that disappointed at all as I just love the phone itself
I got some weak, POS pocket case off Amazon that doesn't really fit my phone, but I've little choice but to use it until I can get something better. I'm a little tempted by the Bruises, but the case on Nextbit's website looks different from the one on Amazon, with the one on Nextbit's website looking like it has little strawberry-like dimples that the Amazon one doesn't have on the back Even more confusingly, the Amazon Bruises case has the Nextbit logo, but the Nextbit one doesn't.
Alternatively, I've been considering either Fosmon case or one of the Orzly cases, but I don't want to waste my time and money on another crappy case.
ETA: Here's a link to Amazon's Bruises cases by the way. It looks a bit what I would imagine a Midnight Scratches case would look like.
If anyone wants to sell their Scratches case, I can buy.
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Got my midnight wrapped in a Bruises case I picked up off Amazon. It's perfect.
Waterproof case
Hey guys!
I can't find any waterproof cases specifically for our phone (only generic flexible cases). Can anyone give me a link to a non-universal case? Thanks in advance. Also people, who have the dbrand bamboo case, can anyone confirm it feels like wood (just wanna know before purchase ) Thanks, and have a great day.