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I found on ebay this leather case for our lovely SGN: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/A1-EASECA...307038?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item56471d8f5e
Has anyone tried this case and do you know where can be found same type of case with lower price?
Easecase cases are very high quality as i bought one before for my Sensation. I've never seen them cheaper than what you see on Ebay as they are each custom made. I was thinning about the E5 or E6 versions but at a cost of over £60 it's a lot for a case. Excellent quality, you get what you pay for.
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I had an Easecase for my Dell Streak and despite the rather high cost, I'll be purchasing one for my not yet owned white Gnote ...
They're fabulous quality and you can choose from so many options with regard to colour, design, size ... I asked for my Streak case to have a hole so I could attach a strap and they were happy to do this even though not their usual design. Sold on ebay and ships from Hong Kong and even though custom made, the turnaround was excellent, allow several weeks though.
Overall outstanding!!
Now I just need my Note
i order E4 EASECASE Custom-Made Leather case for Samsung Galaxy Note...i'll update more when i get.
E5 ordered
I've ordered the E5 in the hopes I can entirely replace my wallet with it.
Once the looooong wait is over to get it, I'll post a my thoughts and feelings.
If anyone has ordered something from these guys before, how long did it actually take to get it.
I'm in Sweden at the moment, and, strangely, mail to here seems to come a lot quicker than it does to the UK - at least based on my ordering stuff from the US and the EU since I have been here.
I'll be watching this thread also, as I'm considering getting a custom-made case for my Note as well.
I'm aiming to replace my wallet. I'd like to keep my credit and debit cards, my workplace badge/ID card, my car spare key, and some cash all available on the Note. A friend jokingly called me ridiculous for wanting to keep all those possessions in one place, because if it ever got lost....
But for the past year my Vibrant has been at my side constantly, save a day or two. I've taken to wearing a stereo BT headset for awhile now, and it beeps if I get out of range of the Note, so there's a reminder.
One of my main concerns, though, is the day to day accessibility that might be impeded by the wallet/case enclosure. Will the flap over the screen fold back all the way out of the way? Will the Note + leather case be too thick and cumbersome for the pocket? Will the Note's CPU get overly warm? How about the stylus access? Can the flap double as both a vertical and horizontal kickstand for movie viewing?
I hope most of these concerns will be manageable. A supple leather case custom-fit for the Note just oozes class and functionality. Hope to see some positive reviews forthcoming...
kentmartin said:
I've ordered the E5 in the hopes I can entirely replace my wallet with it.
Once the looooong wait is over to get it, I'll post a my thoughts and feelings.
If anyone has ordered something from these guys before, how long did it actually take to get it.
I'm in Sweden at the moment, and, strangely, mail to here seems to come a lot quicker than it does to the UK - at least based on my ordering stuff from the US and the EU since I have been here.
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may i know how you ordered the a5? i am looking around their store and cant find that model
is lining leather selection to determine the leather inside? so you can have different color/leather inside??
I may purchase the A6 case, but have had bad experiences with leather phone cases in the past.
Are easecases soft to the touch?
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Anyone here have this case ordered? Can you share the manufacturer's link?
I was planning on getting a certain Easecase, but can't seem to find the particular style anymore. Was looking for the case with the flap on the left to hold credit cards and the open-face pouch on the right, so you can use the Note without taking it out.... anyone see that link anymore?
I seem to recall that the case I was looking at was from an Australian shop. Was looking to have it custom-made (hole for stylus, engraved name, ability of left flap to bend back to double as a kickstand...)
Thanks,
Andrew
I ordered one from Ebay. It took a few Weeks to arrive and when it did it had not been made to the specification i ordered. I emailed the seller who apologised and made a replacement free of charge. Both cases are of very high quality and i highly recommend them.
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Hi Guys !
Just looked at this thread and the link on eBay , as I´m also waiting for a high quality leathercase - I´d ordered mine from PIEL FRAMA.
Scrolling down the advertising page on ebay I saw the different possibilities of closure-mechanisms , so there´s my warning:
Beware of magnetic closures , they will make problems with SGN Display in the region of the magnetic flap !!
Statement: PielFrama also produced their first Series of SGNCases with a magentic flip mechanism and MUST change back to nonmagentic snaps !
EmailReply PF :
We have been checking the case with our craftsmen and now, everything is
solved so that, the case you will receive does not have any problem.
This post should solve dissapointments cause of sharing recent experiences !
Ciao Hannes
silverx said:
may i know how you ordered the a5? i am looking around their store and cant find that model
is lining leather selection to determine the leather inside? so you can have different color/leather inside??
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Hi, I ordered the E5, not the A5 which might be why you are struggling
I am mighty impressed by the simplicity of the D2 case but the seller doesn't ship to India. Would have loved to get one.
vasishta.sushant said:
I am mighty impressed by the simplicity of the D2 case but the seller doesn't ship to India. Would have loved to get one.
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I suggest you email the seller and ask if he'd be willing to send it to India anyway... I travel a lot, and often vendors can be accommodating if you send a copy of your passport or pay by bank transfer or something.
Failing that, a volunteer on here to ship it on to you
RASTANIUS said:
Hi Guys !
Just looked at this thread and the link on eBay , as I´m also waiting for a high quality leathercase - I´d ordered mine from PIEL FRAMA.
Scrolling down the advertising page on ebay I saw the different possibilities of closure-mechanisms , so there´s my warning:
Beware of magnetic closures , they will make problems with SGN Display in the region of the magnetic flap !!
Statement: PielFrama also produced their first Series of SGNCases with a magentic flip mechanism and MUST change back to nonmagentic snaps !
EmailReply PF :
We have been checking the case with our craftsmen and now, everything is
solved so that, the case you will receive does not have any problem.
This post should solve dissapointments cause of sharing recent experiences !
Ciao Hannes
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Can you elaborate what is PielFrama? Are you talking about EASECASE? or who?
I want to order an E6 (which is a wallet) with magnetic closing - but need to know whether that would cause problems or not - or you saying its fixed?
PS: Anyone knows whether the phone fitted with a Flip case would still easily get into an E6 (or other cases, I suppose they have same space compartment for the phone).
I am currently using PDair case with magnetic closure without encountering problems so far. I've also ordered an A4 Easecase also with magnetic closure, and the manufacturer e-mailed me last week that the inner side of the closure is 'demagnetized' and therefore shouldn't be a problem.
Given the negative views expressed in the XDA forum on magnetic closures, I'm still uncertain and keeping my fingers crossed.
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I'm thinking of getting the E2 case. I was wondering if you've tried to have your galaxy note in a easecase while having an additional case on the phone (i.e., Nillkin). If so, how's the fit?
I had the pdair with magnets and still do, only thing is i took the magnet clasp off and attached a non magnetic clasp instead when i noticed the compass moving with the magnet while using maps, flip the case right over and the highly magnetic side is facing the back of the phone, so the compass moves there check out my before and after pics of my sewing on the new clasp in the magnetic clasp message in the note accessories forum
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Just got an email to say my E5 has been shipped and should be here in a couple of weeks. I'll provide a mini review when I get it and use it a little bit.
RASTANIUS said:
Hi Guys !
Just looked at this thread and the link on eBay , as I´m also waiting for a high quality leathercase - I´d ordered mine from PIEL FRAMA.
Scrolling down the advertising page on ebay I saw the different possibilities of closure-mechanisms , so there´s my warning:
Beware of magnetic closures , they will make problems with SGN Display in the region of the magnetic flap !!
Statement: PielFrama also produced their first Series of SGNCases with a magentic flip mechanism and MUST change back to nonmagentic snaps !
EmailReply PF :
We have been checking the case with our craftsmen and now, everything is
solved so that, the case you will receive does not have any problem.
This post should solve dissapointments cause of sharing recent experiences !
Ciao Hannes
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I actually have a Zenus Galaxy Note Prestige Origami Diary Series case (webpage here), which also has a magnetic latch. As a precaution I have stopped using this case until more information comes out about magnets interfering with the S-Pen and screen. In the meantime, I have sent Zenus USA this e-mail... hopefully they may know about this situation and / or update us with either more information or a change in their product design to non-magnetic cases...
=== e-mail to Zenus USA ===
Dear Zenus,
I have recently purchased a Galaxy Note Prestige Origami Diary Series case for my Samsung Galaxy Note, and I have a question / query about the magnetic closure system used to keep the case closed...
As you may or may not know, the Samsung Galaxy Note has a WACOM-based stylus to be used on it's display, which utilises a magnetic layer on top of the phone display itself. This allows the stylus (the S-Pen) to draw very accurate points and lines along the whole of the screen itself.
Now, there have been reports that magnetic latches on phone cases may interfere with the sensitivity of the Galaxy Note's magnetized screen, and over on the XDA-Developers forums there have been several discussions as to whether magnetic opening and closing mechanisms on cases actually do affect the S-Pen's accuracy. Reports have ranged from no effect at all to a complete "dead zone" around the part where a case with a magnetic latch is in close contact to the screen for an extended period of time. An example of such case can be seen in this forum post:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=19887574&postcount=11
And this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1445478&page=4&styleid=15
Now I am not personally sure whether the Galaxy Note Prestige Origami Diary Series case, which does have a magnetic latch, will affect my phone's screen in any way. But as a precaution I have temporarily stopped using the case.
But as a very satisfied customer of Zenus, I hope the company can be aware of such new issues popping up and if / when it is found that yes, magnets in close proximity to the screen for an extended period of time will affect the accuracy / usability of the S-Pen on the Samsung Galaxy Note; that Zenus can let it's customers be aware of this issue and (possibly) alter the designs of the cases so that it has a physical hook / physical latch / velcro etc. as a opening-closing mechanism instead of a small magnet...
For now, us folks over on XDA-Developers forums have issued a word of caution about the use of cases with magnetic latches for the Samsung Galaxy Note. And would like a few answers as if the magnetic latches actually have a negative effect on Galaxy Note screens in the long run...
Thank you for your time and effort in reading this very long but (arguably) nessecary notification to your products,
byeh (XDA Member)
=== end e-mail to Zenus USA ===
What do you guys think?
Hello fellow GNexers!
I do a lot of work outdoors in the British Countryside. Translated this means; hard granite surfaces, rain, mud, rain, salt water, sand and rain.
When I owned my last phone a HTC Hero. I would swap my SIM into an old Nokia 6200 but with the apparent flimsiness of the Galaxy Nexus' back cover I'm loathed to remove the SIM too often.
So my question is 2 fold. Firstly do you think that the back cover could stand up to being opened once a week or so. And secondly has anyone found any rugged (and waterproof) cases for the Galaxy Nexus? I saw that Otterbox were going to make one but it is likely that it won't be their waterproof "armor" model. I also checked out the "universal" SeaLAbox XL (their capitalisation not mine) but it isn't tall enough.
Any thoughts?
Michael
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OK I've now got a job in the environmental sector meaning I'll be working outdoors 6 days a week so a rugged & waterproof case is now imperative. Any thoughts on manufacturers who have made cases in the past for Android phones that I could hound mercilessly for a Galaxy Nexus case?
Cheers
Michael
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Being someone who is on the clumsy side, I can recommend the Casemate Tough.
Though only with experience with the HTC Desire version, it offered a fair bit of protection with a silicone inner layer then a plastic hard shell over that. It wasn't fully waterproof but would protect against drops onto most surfaces and the odd splashes.
I'm waiting for the Galaxy Nexus version to be released some time this month before picking it up.
I appologise for circumventing the link filter but I felt it was necessary as I'm clearly not doing it for nefarious purposes.
As this phone is new I'm pretty sure a lot of cases have yet to be released. Throughout my research on this I've come across a number of options. The first one being the Casemate Tough https:// www .youtube.com/watch?v=Z35DJH50Fx0 although I'm not really sure that's what you are looking for in an industrial work environment.
The second one I found was the Otterbox Defender http: //www .otterbox.com/Samsung-Galaxy-NEXUS-Defender-Series-Case/SAM2-I515X-20-E4OTR_A,default,pd.html which apprently is good at keeping out dust, https:// www .youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=sslpZDA6s5E#t=77s specifically concrete dust and woodchip dust.
However that case had a number of cons, to do with the inbuilt screen protector http: // www .shopandroid.com/otterbox-defender-series-case/4A104A9595.htm and https:// www .youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=6IQZ7pJEP7A#t=201s he also mentions the the clips could break making the case useless https:// www .youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=6IQZ7pJEP7A#t=285s I'm not sure how serious these are though in reality as I haven't personally tested it.
Now as the Galaxy Nexus is new there's still not very many options available for rugged users, but there does appear to be two new cases coming onto the market in 2012.
The next one I found was the Samsung Galaxy Nexus Ballistic Shell Gel (SG) Series Case:
http: // www .goballisticcase.com/products/samsung-galaxy-nexus-ballistic-shell-gel-sg-series-case
It would appear that Griffin Technology might be making a version of http: // www .griffintechnology.com/armored for the Galaxy Nexus though I can't find anything official about it I found these two part numbers:
Survivor 2 Samsung-Galaxy Nexus Black Blk Black
Part Number: GB04189
Survivor 2 Samsung-Galaxy Nexus Pink White
Part Number: GB04190
A little off-topic but I think it worth mentioning especially for outdoor fans.
I suggest you wait for this bad boy to come out and switch to it then ...
http://www.gadgetreview.com/2012/01/casio-g-shock-ruggedized-android-phone.html
Two sources at Incipio confirmed that they will have a Dual Pro case
AVAILABLE NOW for order:
http://www.incipio.com/cases/smartp...phone-cases/sony-xperia-z3-compact-cases.html
Looks like they covered all Ports except USB.
Might have been better to leave only Mag Port open.
But protection especially if lip above glass is up 1/32" above screen- can you tell ?
Similar to the one they now have for Z1C.
http://www.incipio.com/cases/smartp...ases/dualpro-case-sony-xperia-z1-compact.html
This is the best protection I have seen so far .....
Any experiences with Dual Pro for Z1 , Iphone 5, etc ?
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Two sources at Incipio confirmed that they will have a Dual Pro case
available soon for Z3 Compact.
Similar to the one they now have for Z1C.
http://www.incipio.com/cases/smartp...ases/dualpro-case-sony-xperia-z1-compact.html
Possible by end of October, but no guaranteed date.
This is the best protection I have seen so far .....
Any experiences with Dual Pro for Z1 , Iphone 5, etc ?
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Thanks for posting this - looks like a sweet case I would personally be glad if they left the magnetic charge port open, as well as the power, volume and camera keys. AFAIC the waterproof flaps can be completely covered :good:
Perhaps if we all put forward our ideas here, @robertkoa could point his contact(s) at Incipio towards this thread for some free input on the design... :good:
That's pretty sweet. Although I'm trying to find a hard shell case that also has access to the magnetic ports. I wonder if that's just not structurally possible?
Ya I would imagine you would be comprising the impact dispersion by cutting out pieces of material. Of course its possible to cut as much material as you want, but functionally it won't be the same.
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That's pretty sweet. Although I'm trying to find a hard shell case that also has access to the magnetic ports. I wonder if that's just not structurally possible?
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This company seems to be working on a Z3C hard case that will work with the DK48 magnetic charger
case-mate [dot] com/Sony-Xperia-Z3-Compact-Cases/Case-Mate-Sony-Xperia-Z3-Compact-Tough-Cases.asp
Sorry, can't post URLs because I created a new account (replace [dot] with .)
The Case Mate tough case goes to the other extreme to the Incipio design and leaves way too much open IMO. Almost the entire left side of the phone is unprotected, which doesn't fill me with confidence. If the Incipio version is anything like the Z1 model then it will go to the other extreme and leave just the USB/SD door uncovered.
I guess that's the big conundrum for case manufacturers designing for this phone -- leave everything uncovered and compromise protection, or have better protection but no dock compatibility. Very few seem to be taking the middle ground and just leaving the mag port open, which I suppose is understandable since I doubt many people will bother getting a mag charging cable or dock.
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I guess that's the big conundrum for case manufacturers designing for this phone -- leave everything uncovered and compromise protection, or have better protection but no dock compatibility. Very few seem to be taking the middle ground and just leaving the mag port open, which I suppose is understandable since I doubt many people will bother getting a mag charging cable or dock.
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Actually I think many people (like me) go for the magnetig charging cable/dock for two main reasons: one, this way you don't risk to destroy the usb flap's water sealling in time and 2, you protect the device by reducing the risk to knock it on the floor if you trip on the charger I never charged it with a USB cable and it hits 100% way faster than my old HTC One M7. I got this smoke tpu case with a nice textured back to improve the grip www.jekod.com/en/cp_view.php?id=87 but I do look forward to the Incipio release. Actually, I would love to get a case with only the magnetic charging port open for better protection if I eventually use it in water.
Incipio Dual Case for Z3 C
I honestly don't have a high on the food chain Source at
Incipio to have any Input on the Design etc.
But they will have a Dual Pro out for Z3 C probably next week.
Confirmed through two people there about 3 weeks apart .
All we can do is see what they have done with Z1 Compact and
guess.
They said Dual Pro so high level of protection though not Mil Spec
like the Alpha Pelican Case ( Pelican is bulky though ) .
Impact Dispersion is an excellent Term to describe
what often happens with Tempered Glass Screen
Protectors.
I have talked to at least 10 people at AT&T , TMobile , Expansys etc. etc. and i t's surprising
that they have seen or experienced cracked glass Protectors and Shattered Glass Protectors with no screen damage underneath.
So Tempered Glass front AND back for Z3C AND a
Case is best, IMO.
And with no case Glass Protectors front and back , though I don't know who makes a Dual Kit , maybe try precutting Camera and Flash holes
for back using a " Front " ?
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Actually I think many people (like me) go for the magnetig charging cable/dock for two main reasons: one, this way you don't risk to destroy the usb flap's water sealling in time and 2, you protect the device by reducing the risk to knock it on the floor if you trip on the charger I never charged it with a USB cable and it hits 100% way faster than my old HTC One M7. I got this smoke tpu case with a nice textured back to improve the grip www.jekod.com/en/cp_view.php?id=87 but I do look forward to the Incipio release. Actually, I would love to get a case with only the magnetic charging port open for better protection if I eventually use it in water.
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I'll also be using magnetic charging, but like everyone at XDA I'm probably a bit more techy than the average buyer :laugh: I love the description for the Jerod case... " not only protect your mobile phone, but also improve your taste in your friends". Have you found your taste in friends has improved since owning it?! :laugh:
FYI, the Cruzerlite case only has the magnetic port cut out on that side of the phone but it also has that silly "bugdroid" design on the back, which probably won't improve one's taste in friends!
LoL Didn't notice the description. I searched the product's page just to show you guys, after getting it localy for about 3euros. Good to know that about the cruzelite case because the pictures I have seen only show the bugdroid back. And yes it is silly
Hello everyone
I'll be doing a short review, for the CaseMate - Tough Case for Sony Xperia Z3 Compact Smartphone.
I'm not a professional reviewer, so I'll speak as a casual user.
Here's the official page for this case : Tough Case
Let's start with the basics, I ordered mine through Amazon for 27 euros and it arrived in less than a week , wonderful job from them during this time of the year.
I received the package this morning at my favorite drop point (Relais-Colis, quite useful here) and I decided to pick it up on my way to work.
As I am the impatient type, I decided to try it on as soon as I got back in my car
Unboxing
Well, let's be honest, I'm kind of disappointed with this case... The plastics look cheap and dont have the "tough" feel I expected from them.
But it's not the most problematic point since most manufacturers tends to do this, the case doesn't fit my brand new phone the way it should do it but it's easy to see why.
CaseMate didn't think through the whole thing, by leaving the left top side (the USB connector zone) unprotected to allow us to easily charge our phone, they weakened the corner construction and allowed a gap to exist between the case and the back of the phone.
Gap between phone and case
Another view angle
Coming from a product with this price tag, this is a huge let down for me.
I even tried to force the case to fit (not too much, didn't want to break my precious...) but to no avail, the gap is here.
Well, on the bright side we can see that CaseMate really tried to do something sturdy, the 3 corners where the phone is fitting nicely confirm this.
All in all, it could have been a wonderful product but something, somewhere, went horribly wrong...
[EDIT] Right below, @madsb produced pictures of his own Z3c with this case, so I tried it again to check if I did something wrong, well I made it fit a little better but it's still not perfect and I still don't think it will really protect the whole thing.
The pros
The 3 fully protected corners looks... well... protected
Unusual design
The cons
Cheap plastics (both internal and external layers)
Wrong assembly for the top left corner
High price
Verdict
I'm fairly disappointed at CaseMate for selling me some sweet dreams with this case and for delivering this kind of finitions, they could have really worked a little harder to fix the top left corner, as for the look and feel, it's nice but not enough to redeem the former flaw.
So for me, this case is a no-no
I've already arranged the return & refund with Amazon, I hope my next case will do the trick this time.
[EDIT] I've just ordered a Ringke Fusion (Black mate), should be at my doorstep in a week, I'll post a review asap.
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Anyone here bought the same case but didn't have this issue ? Or are we all doomed with this not-so-good case ?
There is someone who used a Case Mate Tough case from a Z1 Compact. He said fit was perfect but minor alterations will need to be done for the camera flash. Buttons lined up and worked, power button was slightly off but said it still worked fine. I'm tempted to buy the Z1 case and cut it for the flash and the magnetic charger, if you look in the Z1 forums the magnetic charger cutting has been done and is fairly simple. A bonus will be our USB port while exposed to a point the Z1 case cutout isn't large enough so it should keep this port shut. Just wish I could find the case cheaper then about $30 + shipping.
I am also using this case and in my case (no pun intended...) it covers all four corners just fine. If I push on the corner in question I can make it sit in the position shown on you picture, but without manipulation it will sit as intended.
You can see how it sits on mine on:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/yb8nirtsb9gaffu/20150102_103907.jpg?dl=0
https://www.dropbox.com/s/rcza07b8w5krb59/20150102_094301.jpg?dl=0
So far I have dropped my Z3C in the ground twice and in both cases it survived without a scratch which I attribute to the Casemate Tough Case. Others have voiced their opinion over the fact that most of one side is not covered by the case. I think that it is highly unlikely that this will actually be a problem since the case protrudes further out over both corners which mean that the phone would have to drop on its side on an object (and not just a flat surface) to hit anything.
In the end I think case design for the Z series devices is a compromise between water protection and drop protection. If the case covered the magnetic charging connector (like the Z1C Casemate Tough Cover did) you would have to open the USB port cover every day which will compromise the water protection in the longer term. Personally I prefer the solutions Casemate made in the Z3C case compared to the Z1C Case.
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There is someone who used a Case Mate Tough case from a Z1 Compact. He said fit was perfect but minor alterations will need to be done for the camera flash...
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@FSRBIKER it could be a viable solution altough I'm not very fond of fiddling with the case, they're not intended to be cutted and if something bad happens they will simply say "you should not have modified our case, it's not our problem".
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I am also using this case and in my case (no pun intended...) it covers all four corners just fine. If I push on the corner in question I can make it sit in the position shown on you picture....
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@madsb thanks for the heads up, maybe mine has a defect, I'll try it again just to check but it's kind of strange that things like that happen with such a pricey product.
[EDIT] As a matter of fact, I did try to get it to fit like @madsb, and it seems that this time it looks like it fits, but I'm still wondering if it's a perfect match or not.
Either way, as soons as I receive the new one, I'll try it out and check which one I'll keep. I'll update my initial review with this new fact.
Have this case as well. Used it for 1 week. The bad fit on the corner is really bad. Dropped it on the screen, and the casing was pushed back on the top, leaving no lip to protecting the glass. Considering this to be a tough case, this is unaccepteble.
cyphomatic said:
Have this case as well. Used it for 1 week. The bad fit on the corner is really bad. Dropped it on the screen, and the casing was pushed back on the top, leaving no lip to protecting the glass. Considering this to be a tough case, this is unaccepteble.
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Thanks for sharing this.
It confirm the fear I expressed when @madsb mentionned the fact that he was able to make it "fit", the loose top left corner can be problematic if not checked by the phone's owner.
excellent Ethenyl.. ill wait u review for the ringke fusion.. i want to order too..
sh4d0wf0x said:
excellent Ethenyl.. ill wait u review for the ringke fusion.. i want to order too..
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Thanks
As for the Ringke Fusion, it arrived this morning, I'll try to post a product review tomorow afternoon (too dark for good pictures). If you want to see something I didn't include in this review for the Ringke feel free to ask.
So how does the Ringke Fusion compare?
quarrymanpaul said:
So how does the Ringke Fusion compare?
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Check this thread : [CASE REVIEW] Ringke - Fusion (Smoke Black) for Sony Xperia Z3c
Thanks. I spotted your 2nd thread after I posted but couldn't edit my post due to noob limitations.
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Thanks. I spotted your 2nd thread after I posted but couldn't edit my post due to noob limitations.
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No problem
Thought I'd start one up. What have you guys seen or ordered?
Spigen's got some stuff on Amazon already.
Ultra Hybrid
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08B13QH17/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_VS8tFbAFSX5CB
Thin Fit
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08B11KLFF/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_IU8tFbWA3WMMM
Tough Armor
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B089ZZ3PX7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_SV8tFbAHQPK2H
Urban Armor Gear also has a listing for one.
https://www.urbanarmorgear.com/products/civilian-series-galaxy-fold2-case
I have the aramid Samsung case on the way. Might get the Ultra Hybrid or Thin Fit just to have the front part of the case.
None of them will be here by September 18th though. I'm hoping the shipping dates will get moved up soon.
Darrius777 said:
None of them will be here by September 18th though. I'm hoping the shipping dates will get moved up soon.
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Worried about that myself so ordered a dbrand skin.
I'm not normally a skin guy but it's better then nothing on this 2k device.
I'm just not a fan of the Samsung ones with them only covering the back
yeah i wish they had some cases. I need something to give the screen a slight lift so it doesn't make surface contact etc.
i hope spigen moves up their times.
I'm going to order the aramid cover. Like you guys, I want to protect it a bit while other cases come out. I'm definitely going to leave the plastic screen protector on the front display until something suitable comes out
Clear Spigen?
I went to order the Spigen Ultra Hybrid on Amazon.
I'd like a crystal-clear version as I've used for the last couple of Note phones, but presently the title of the listing is "Matte Black" and the visual render looks like black.
On the other hand, the description says: "Crystal clear transparency flaunts original phone design".
I think this listing needs work, and hopefully they will soon have a Crystal version.
Links to Amazon are in the US
I am interested in this one for those of us in the UK o r Europe:
https://www.mobilefun.co.uk/araree-bonnet-samsung-galaxy-z-fold-2-5g-wallet-stand-case-black-82183
Reasonable price too.
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JHCCAZ said:
I went to order the Spigen Ultra Hybrid on Amazon.
I'd like a crystal-clear version as I've used for the last couple of Note phones, but presently the title of the listing is "Matte Black" and the visual render looks like black.
On the other hand, the description says: "Crystal clear transparency flaunts original phone design".
I think this listing needs work, and hopefully they will soon have a Crystal version.
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The Spigen Ultra Hybrid cases have been around for a while. They are made with a matte colored TPU bumper around the edges and the back portion is a clear polycarbonate. Had the render used the bronze Z Fold 2 it would be much more apparent.
Link to the Note 20 Ultra version for comparison. Check the other pictures and you can see how it would look on a bronze or white phone.
apprentice said:
Links to Amazon are in the US
I am interested in this one for those of us in the UK o r Europe:
https://www.mobilefun.co.uk/araree-bonnet-samsung-galaxy-z-fold-2-5g-wallet-stand-case-black-82183
Reasonable price too.
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Thanks for the link. I ordered the official Aramid case from Samsung, as I usually opt for Spigen with the stands, but the lack of protection for other parts of the phone is worrying. I'm not sure I could use the case you've opted for though as I like to be able to glance the screen. It will be interesting to see how that one works as in how does it hold when the screen is folded open. is it held in place magnetically or does it flap about.
They have a couple of extra options at the site, for anyone UK/EU side, though the prices for the official cases are higher than getting direct from Samsung, especially if you use the 10% off code at Samsung.
https://www.mobilefun.co.uk/samsung/galaxy-z-fold-2-5g/cases
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Thanks for the link. I ordered the official Aramid case from Samsung, as I usually opt for Spigen with the stands, but the lack of protection for other parts of the phone is worrying. I'm not sure I could use the case you've opted for though as I like to be able to glance the screen. It will be interesting to see how that one works as in how does it hold when the screen is folded open. is it held in place magnetically or does it flap about.
They have a couple of extra options at the site, for anyone UK/EU side, though the prices for the official cases are higher than getting direct from Samsung, especially if you use the 10% off code at Samsung.
https://www.mobilefun.co.uk/samsung/galaxy-z-fold-2-5g/cases
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Yeah the Samsung cases are stupidly priced, the leather ones are retailed at a staggering £80 ($105) for what is just a small flimsy back cover. Why are they blatantly ripping its consumers off?
The cover in the link I posted, is also genuine leather and it protects the whole phone including the screen. I have always bought covers rather than bumper cases as the screen is the most important part of the phone. I can't imagine how expensive it would be to replace the front screen! Anyway it does use magnets to hold itself together. I have seen other pics of it elsewhere and it looks really good. And at less than half the price of the Samsung one, I ordered it. I will let you know what it's like when I get it.
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Yeah the Samsung cases are stupidly priced, the leather ones are retailed at a staggering £80 ($105) for what is just a small flimsy back cover. Why are they blatantly ripping its consumers off?
The cover in the link I posted, is also genuine leather and it protects the whole phone including the screen. I have always bought covers rather than bumper cases as the screen is the most important part of the phone. I can't imagine how expensive it would be to replace the front screen! Anyway it does use magnets to hold itself together. I have seen other pics of it elsewhere and it looks really good. And at less than half the price of the Samsung one, I ordered it. I will let you know what it's like when I get it.
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I am always amazed at how pricey the cases are from Samsung and then how cheaply made they are. I bought the wallet case for my note 20 ultra and the camera protection is non existent as well as the top and bottom are exposed. They wanted $60 for that pos
This case should be even less since it's just one piece but Samsung figure you'll spend it because you put 2k on a device.
I almost feel like Samsung is punishing us for affording an expensive device. "Oh you have all this money to spend on a device? Well I am going make you over pay for the cases"
I’ve been tempted to get the Aramid case but for the price may just get a leather wallet when they become available in the US. Hopefully there will be a few options to choose from.
Anyone found one for delivery for the 18th? Everything is months away...
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Anyone found one for delivery for the 18th? Everything is months away...
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I ordered the Aramid case from Samsung at the same time I ordered the phone and it will be delivered at the same time as my phone on the 15th before 10:30am
Admittedly the case will likely only be a temporary one for me and I will be grabbing something more suitable when available. Hopefully Spigen will have something out soon, as I like their cases with kickstands, but in the meantime the Aramid will be fine as I am working from home until the end of December at least and due to health I don't go out much so it will be fine.
Well, I put off ordering a case because.. well, I was just waiting to see if any new cases would pop up anywhere. Lo and behold, Samsung are sold out of the Aramid and the leather in brown and black. You can currently, as of 9/9, only purchase the green leather one.
I'm confused, why didn't Samsung make more? Ugh
Anyone know when Spigen cases will come to UK? This is the first time not seeing a link to a page on Amazon UK for it before the phone is out
I took a chance on the flip case cover from Araree in Korea. Was as expensive as the official Samsung cases but at least offers wallet type protection. Hopefully they ship closer to the 22nd.
$54 total from eBay.
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I ordered the Aramid case from Samsung at the same time I ordered the phone and it will be delivered at the same time as my phone on the 15th before 10:30am
Admittedly the case will likely only be a temporary one for me and I will be grabbing something more suitable when available. Hopefully Spigen will have something out soon, as I like their cases with kickstands, but in the meantime the Aramid will be fine as I am working from home until the end of December at least and due to health I don't go out much so it will be fine.
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Your getting your phone on the 15th huh....