is it seidio all the way?
looking for really good protection. want to keep my hero pristine
so, was looking @ the seidio innocase 2 and screen guard. any other suggestions or am i on the right track?
invisible shield
Love mine and wouldnt use a case or sleeve ever again. The only caveat is that it requires 12-24 hours to dry and set. Totally worth it though.
Seidio + Zagg shield = Ultra protection!
...was having a problem picking between the 2 so i use both
i use just the seidio holster and no other screen protection. I've never dropped my phone or put it face down on anything and I have zero scratches on the phone what-so-ever.
I occasionally find my phone in my pocket with my keys and loose change and still haven't notice anything more than a few finger print smudges that can be wiped clean. It's amazing having a phone with a glass face. Every other touchscreen phone I've had untill this point has had a "hard plastic" face and scratched fairly easily.
I had the zagg's on my other phones and I really don't prefer the image quality and texture of the touch screen after applying it. But to each their own. As far as cases/holsters I swear by seidio a million %, and if I liked the screen protectors I'd swear by zagg as well.
I'm a Zagg user. I've been using them since my Mogul. I can agree/say that when you first put it on the feel it gives you is offputting. You go from a super smooth screen that feels like an ice rink to one that is a little bit more sticky. It's not as easy to slide your finger across. However over time it dries up a bit more and you get used to it. The trade off for me is I beat the crap out of my phone and have never even damaged the shield, let alone the phone itself. I had one on my TP for a year before selling it and when I peeled it off the thing looked brand new. I believe that ghost armor advertises that theirs isn't sticky like "others". Or that may have been another company. I don't remember.
Every phone I've had before this one, I've put a case and InvisibleShield on it. When I bought my Hero, there were no cases/screen protectors available yet, so I had to make do without one. I eventually just forgot about getting one, and I've had mine for a month now with the only flaw being DUST UNDER THE SCREEN!! But yeah, since the screen is glass, it takes a lot more to scratch it than a plastic screen, and I've found that whatever the body of the phone is made of doesn't scratch very easily, or maybe it just hides them good. Either way, I don't drop my phones, put them near keys etc., and I don't let my friends hold my phone. I always tell them that if they drop it and break it or something happens, I'm not using my insurance on it (they're paying for it haha).
I haven't used the Seidio, because I think it looks 'cheap' from the pics I've seen floating around on Android Forums...
I bought the silicone skin from Handhelditems.com for $5 (approx) and besides the attraction of lint from my pockets, it works GREAT. I've accidently dropped my phone from about 5ft on tile, and with the silicon skin it just bounces.
I'm still looking out for a good full body case, but they have been hard to find.
just an f.y.i. the Seidio case is about the best case I have had on a phone. It fits like a glove and it very durable, thin and is smooth to the touch.
pictures don't do the case any justice in my opinion
I use a Boxwave Designio leather case (vertical flip) its great, it doesnt interfere with typing, the screen is protected at all times, I highly recommend it
http://www.boxwave.com/products/dlcase/sprint-hero-designio-leather-case_3718.htm
i ended up going with the seidio case and the boxwave anti-glare screen protector. it is supposed to be good... i still may get some sort of leather protection. i DO drop my phone... haha, you should see my touch... it's actually held together well with all the times i've dropped her!
oh and THANK YOU for all the suggestions, really appreciate it.
anyone know the best protection that will prevent screen breakage??? Cause my last hero fell like 6 inches and broke the screen, I dont think invisishield will help with that...
Currently I have a zagg invisibleshield and the htc silicon case.
The zagg at first didn't seem that great, but if you get it put on correctly (use the solution generously) it is very nice after it completely dries.
Only complaint I have with the zagg is that somehow even with all the preventive measures I still got a few small hairs underneath it, but only on the screen. They do have a lifetime warranty and I might try to utilize it to get a brand new front piece.
It is a bit sticky on the screen compared to the glass but really it isn't that bad at all. It becomes much more slick once it dries.
As a note on the toughness of the glass screen, I saw a video on youtube with a guy who took a razor blade keys and coins to a screen protector. After, he removed the protector and did it on the bare glass and he saw no scratches, nor were any apparent in the video.
As for the htc silicon, fits fine with the zagg on the device, but the silicon attracts tons of dust and fuzz. This still concerns me as I really want the dust kept away from the phone because my last phone got significant dust under the screen.
And a final note, the zagg does not protect the bottom edge where screen meets phone, and this is where my first developed dust under screen. The pieces are claimed to be cut perfectly but they really are not the exact dimensions of the device, leaving that space open. I actually cut off a very thin strip from the leftover material and laid it in that space, just to make sure.
Doesn't look super great, the little piece I stuck in, seeing as it is pretty hard to cut a piece that small, but I am more worried about keeping my phone dust-free than having the shield look perfectly invisible.
Can't complain about lifetime guarantee though, if they are reasonable with it.
anyone have a leather pouch they prefer?
Check out Boxwave's Designio case. Its not exactly a leather pouch (as in you take the cellphone out of the ouch to use it) but its great protection. I bought a PDair and didn't like it because it was hard leather and it interfered with typing a lot. But this Boxwave case is way better as it doesn't interfere with typing, and the whole phone is covered all the time while not in use.
(See the vertical flip because the horizontal flip doesn't protect the phone against falling from the top of the case, happened to me with the PDair cover I had and I was so PISSED OFF; you buy an expensive case, thinking your phone is greatly protected and it fell because of it).
i think this one is the one you mean (bottom)
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looks nice. right now i have a verizon droid eris leather horizontal case and it is a little tight... i'm a little worried it pushed in my send/call button a little. i am probably just being paranoid though! i just can't tell how much it is supposed to stick out LOL
I use the Body Glove 2pc Snap Case and Invisashield. If you need a holster also, stay on your current track.
is the seido case for the hero all around even screen protector? i saw the video for innocase for other blackberries that cover everything, even comes with a silicon keyboard of their phones, but when i look at the hero pics of the case it doesnt look like it
from what i understand it does not protect the screen.... it covers the back, and the sides...
Just ordered BodyGuardz from amazon for my hero.
But I don't get even my hero and BodyGuardz.
When I get them, I'll post the review.
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Can anyone comment on this case? It looks pretty decent with the rubber gripping inside. There are some videos on youtube of it. Silver looks snazzy. Already dropped my xperia bad once without a case had to send it in. Looking for something that covers it completely while I can still use it. Any advice on a case would be greatly appreciated thanks.
http://www.pdair.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=10100000_1800000_11000335&products_id=13741
I purchased this case in the silver and the black. They are extremely well made and the X1a seems to fit in it perfectly. I like the "velvet" lining. The one thing that you have to get used to is that it has clear hard plastic built into the case that covers the screen. This was actually why I bought it because in my handbag, I don't want the phone screen getting scratched. But when I take it out I forget the screen is covered and just start tapping. It's no big deal to just open the "door" of the case but it was funny.
Also, I don't know if the aluminum messes with the radio signal. It seems a little weaker while in this case.
Overall the case is well made, protects the phone, fits snugly and looks really cool. Drawback is that it adds weight. Phone is very heavy in the case.
Hope this helps, Cindy.
so you cant use the phone while the case is closed? in the youtube videos it looks like the front screen portion of the phone is open. Can this plastic screen be removed? Id rather have a martin fields screen protector and still be able to use the phone with the case closed.... thanks.
how are the hinges on the case? are the stiff enough to keep it from closing by itself while the keyboard is out?
I've has one of these for about a week.
I carefully (but easily) removed the plastic window it comes with to make touch screen accessible. I already have a screen protector to prevent scratching.
All is good with it, although I'm sure the phone reception is slightly reduced by the metal casing. I'm testing more in this area.
I have had one of these for a long time.I used to have a plastic case with the screen exposed until i ended up with a dent in my screen.The phone reception is definatly affected with this case which is great for me as i dont want signal all the time as i use it for work to which gives me a nice break when out in the country.Definatly saves the screen though and ive dropped my phone alot of times where it would of definatly been damaged if it wasnt for this case.
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I've has one of these for about a week.
I carefully (but easily) removed the plastic window it comes with to make touch screen accessible. I already have a screen protector to prevent scratching.
All is good with it, although I'm sure the phone reception is slightly reduced by the metal casing. I'm testing more in this area.
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Certainly well made, but the two bar drop in phone signal and the unusable GPS makes it not an option anymore......shame
Not too keen on the big hinge either.
I've gone back to the silicon case with a scratch guard fitted and will use the metal case for bigger trips/ holidays etc.
Also tried the rigid plastic cases. The one with a silicon feel. Although signal strength is unaffected, this type is too brittle and breaks easily. Especially the screen cover side.
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Can you please post a link kitzie to the silicon case your using? Is it anything like the rubberized boxwave case because that thing is atrocious. Thanks.
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Certainly well made, but the two bar drop in phone signal and the unusable GPS makes it not an option anymore......shame
Not too keen on the big hinge either.
I've gone back to the silicon case with a scratch guard fitted and will use the metal case for bigger trips/ holidays etc.
Also tried the rigid plastic cases. The one with a silicon feel. Although signal strength is unaffected, this type is too brittle and breaks easily. Especially the screen cover side.
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where did you buy your silicone case? is it the one being sold at ebay for 1 US$? is it a perfect fit? thanks
I've tried many a way to protect my X1 and although not perfect, its the best allround. Got mine from http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/2-Screen-Prot...X1-XPERIA_W0QQitemZ360155589252QQcmdZViewItem
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Can you please post a link kitzie to the silicon case your using? Is it anything like the rubberized boxwave case because that thing is atrocious. Thanks.
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hi, is the BoxWave silicone case really that bad? I'm planning to buy one for my X1i. my choices are the ones from BoxWave and Capdase..
which one is better? or is there another brand?
1US$ silicone case..
I had a boxwave and the top panel grip hooks broke off.
I can't comment about the Capdase. If it's made of rigid plastic, I'm sure it will do the same.
The cheapo silcone has performed the best for me.....not perfect though, but better than other options.
Got the aluminium case. It's from Brando, but from what I can see in the pictures in the first post, they are EXACTLY the SAME. Because I'm traveling quite often with my bike, I got this one as my Xperia dropped few times before and got several deep "scars" all around the housing and from cover If you do some "offroad" traveling, I can recommend this AL case. But for "ordinary" use it's bit useless. Oh and btw, it's blocking the radio signal quite well. If you get around 2 bars normaly, with this case it'll drop 2 bars bellow. So mostly no signal in a forrest. But hey, who didn't expect it, as it's ALUMINIUM
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hi, is the BoxWave silicone case really that bad? I'm planning to buy one for my X1i. my choices are the ones from BoxWave and Capdase..
which one is better? or is there another brand?
1US$ silicone case..
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The boxwave rubberized case is terrible do not buy it. As mentioned earlier the clips to the faceplate break off within the first week of use, as it hardly stays on to begin with. The bottom piece looks nice, however after several weeks of use, it leaves a black stain on the corners of your xperia, VERY visible if you have the silver model. As far as I've seen the only remedy to my problem is to get new housing...I repeat....do not buy the boxwave case.
alrighty then... BoxWave = Bad !!!!...
has anyone tried the Capdase????
i'm also tempted to buy the cheapo silicone case (1USD wtf!), but as you can see in the picture (middle,near the optical sensor) it's not a perfect fit.. and also, i'm kinda wondering what material did they use? toxic maybe? hope not..
Silicone for $1 must be worth a punt. As for being toxic, now you mention it I have started coughing recently. It's either the silicone case or those damn pigs again (swine flu)
i have a hard plastic one looking the same , it broke/cracked like 4-5 places after 1 month , still covering the important places tho (corners)
there is a huge signal drop problem with this meral case. so anyone can post some solution.?
get the silicone case that kitzie mentioned earlier, its good, significantly better than the boxwave case, just a lint magnet if you keep the phone in your pocket
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get the silicone case that kitzie mentioned earlier, its good, significantly better than the boxwave case, just a lint magnet if you keep the phone in your pocket
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don't listen to this guy...silicone cases are very uncomfortable.
Okay, so today I bought a brand new HTC HD2 [T-Mobile version] and i'm looking for a case. I've been expecting on buying one for a few weeks now and have already been looking at cases. It's really hard for me to make this decision on protecting my device, I need design, protection, and features but I have 3 options provide only 1 of those needs. Here are my options:
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So this is my design option. It's very stylish and I absolutely love it. It was the first case I loved for the HTC HD2, but I'm sacraficing design for protection and features. The best part about this case is that it's stylish, and that it gives great protection to the camera, also matches my new chrome headphones! Big PLUS. It's $20, which are the same price as the other two. The down side to this case is that i've read when taking it off, it scratches the phone easily and is hard to take off.
PROTECTION
This is my protection option. The case is made of alumnium and is very durable, it covers the T-Mobile logo which is important to me because I hate branding. The inside of the case is lined with a foam padding and the case is very easy to take off. It has hinges where you just pull and it unlocks. Down sides are mainly design wise, it's a little to plain and industrial looking for me. It also does not provide cover of the camera, another important thing.
FEATURE
This case is actually alright in attractive-ness. Looks a little bulky but nice, provides decent protection. I've heard it's semi-difficult to take off and sometimes scratches the phone. Plus side is that it has a KICKSTAND, which might come in handy for me when watching the many movies I have in store on putting on the device.
So what do you think? What should I go for?
personnaly i would go for the first one, the other two are just to bulky and ugly for my liking. but if not the first one then the last one. the aluminum one just doesnt look right
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I like this one too. Where did you locate it?
I added a poll, when I get my HD2 which should be around Wednesday I will close it and choose the option with the most votes. I'd still like to hear comments and possibly other options if you don't like any of those. I prefer the brand name [just the way I roll], I really can't wait for that Otterbox communter series case to come out.
Why don't you get a cloth pouch? I find those to be much better. I personally prefer to hold the phone as it is without any cases attached to it as it really destroys the beauty of the device in my opinion.
When I got my LG Incite, a few years ago I bought a clear, hardshell case for it. I one day took it off finally [it was so hard to take off] and their were scratches all over the phone even though I put it on new and took it off for the first time 3 days later. After that I was a silicone person and silicone only! Bought 7 silicone cases for that Incite after I got the replacement from warranty. After my Incite I bought a Fuze, got a silicone case for it but it was really annoying and to a point where it would fall off everytime I held the phone [after 4 days]. After the annoying silicone I got a hard case with a carbon fiber design. Every hard case I owned was 2 piece, so when I went to take it off after the hassle It took to put it on, the screen would sometimes pulsate from disconnecting something I suppose which freaked me out. I then got a ATT Tilt 2. There were no silicone cases out for it and so I was desperate and settled for a rubberized hard case. I didn't use it till I cracked it for easy application and removal, still only used it 2 times maybe. Still in fear of another "pulsating" screen. Now i'm where I am today, I have way more options than the other phones previously.
OP,
The problem with hard cases is simple. It does not block out the tiny particles that build up inside the case over time. And some of these particles will scratch the phone and/or screen if you have tiny grit and stuff stuck in it that came either from the wind, in your pocket, your hands, etc.
I speak from the perspective of using hard cases on the PSP, and no matter how good the protection is, it simple doesn't stop tiny particles from getting in there. *Shrugs*
I know, that's why I'm buying a Case-Mate GO BARE full body protecter that does not need a solution to be applied along with 1 of these cases.
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I know, that's why I'm buying a Case-Mate GO BARE full body protecter that does not need a solution to be applied along with 1 of these cases.
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The first one is the Case Mate barely there correct? I thought their cases only fit the international versions, same for their Go Bare kits.
Assuming all three fits your phone, I'd go with the first one for a practical reason. When a case protrudes over the surface of the surface edge, I often have trouble hitting the Ok/X to close/minimize an app. I find that I need that a lot along with other things that are at the edge of the screen. The standard rubber case only sticks out a little but it still gets in the way.
Personally I'd just go with the Go Bare when they finally make one for the US HD2 and forget about the hard cases. I don't think they offer more protection than the rubber one. The phone is pretty sturdy, the weakest part is the glass screen, that's more vulnerable to shock and the rubber offers more protection from shock than most hard cases.
The Go Bare and Case-Mate Barely There both fit the US version as well. I honestly would prefer an OtterBox Defense case, but who knews if one will ever come out. The last one for HTC phones was for the touch! Their working on a Commuter Series right now. Thinking about the Case-Mate one though...
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The Go Bare and Case-Mate Barely There both fit the US version as well. I honestly would prefer an OtterBox Defense case, but who knews if one will ever come out. The last one for HTC phones was for the touch! Their working on a Commuter Series right now. Thinking about the Case-Mate one though...
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You do realize that there is a size difference between the US and the euro models of the HD2, right? Hard cases made for the euro models will not fit the US model as the US model is taller.
Are you sure all of those cases fit the TMOUS HD2? It is 1.5mm taller than the Eurasian HD2, and all of those stock photos show the classic white hardware buttons that are indicative of Eurasian HD2s. I am 100% certain that the hard cases (i.e. no "give" to the material) designed for the Eurasian and Australian HD2s (T8585 and T9193) will NOT fit the TMOUS HD2, especially not the Case-mate Barely There which is a criminally tight case.
The Case-Mate does defenitly fit it, I read a review on the case-mate site where someone said it does in fact fit. The kickstand one is from the T-Mobile website, so I dont think they would sell something that does not fit their own device. The alumnium one Also is made for the T-Mobile one as well.
Also, The case mate one does NOT cover the top and bottom of the phone, basically only the back. Plus, 1.5mm is a very very small ammount.
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Also, The case mate one does NOT cover the top and bottom of the phone, basically only the back. Plus, 1.5mm is a very very small ammount.
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True, but if you notice the top and bottom curve in a little bit. Basically with that one you're guaranteeing scratching of the rubber if you put it on the TMO.
Cases are useless if they don't protect your device, so the aluminum one is probably best.
Oh how much I yearn for a OtterBox Defense.... LOL.
I currently have that 3rd case that i picked up from a t-mobile store. I haven't had any trouble with dust but i also use it in combination with an old sidekick pouch that i had lying around. I use the kickstand at least once a day and i just took off my case, no scratches on it. There is a possibility that there will be scratches if you constantly have to remove the case to perform a battery pull which i don't do often. In my opinion the case looks great. I used to have one of those full protection skins on my PSP and i didn't really like it because of all the points where there wasn't any protection would attract a nasty amount of dirt. I must admit that otterbox case looks great. I would consider buying one if a t-mobile version came out.
I hate leather cases...
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I hate leather cases...
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I'm the opposite. I've always thought hard cases look cheap. I've always gotten a quality custom made leather case for every one of my last 5 or 6 devices. Either Vaja, Noreve, or Piel Frama.... so I get to pick my colors and types of leather. They have always protected my devices perfectly, and look better and fit better with age as they get worn in. Usually use a belt-clip with them, too. Right now I have the Noreve case for my HD2, but I'm hoping Vaja makes a case for the USA HD2, because those cases look beautiful... actually have to say it's one of the best looking cases I've ever seen. Would go with Black and red or black and green for the colors.... and get a chain attachment instead of a beltclip. Leathers cases are expensive for quality, but for the price of my devices, I'd say they are well worth it. Plus it's kinda a fashion accessory. It's one thing I have on me at all times, so I want it to look good.
BEST CASE EVAAAAAARRRR!!!!!! lol
easy to take of and put on feels great in the hand and has raised enough edges to where it protects both buttons and screen (not from sharp ass corners) I accidentally dropped mine from about 3 or 4 feet up directly onto the top right corner (not on purpose) and it just bounced and landed on its face and nothing happened, phone was perfect,
BTW after having a million phones and a million different cases, hard cases are the worst to have especially if your planning on pocketing them, , Ive noticed(not from just my experience but also from family members) that when you have a hard case and you rarely take it off,
when ridding in your pocket it tends to pick up lint and dirt in between the phone and case (there for the cause of scratches behind the protective case) and not just that but when you handle your phone the hard case tends to flex un-noticeably and that puts wear on the phones finish.
the only way i would ever rock a hard case is if i had a leather pouch to put it in (with the hard case installed) which is a huge pouch that i have yet to find
or if it was an easily removable case that you could take off once a week or so to clean the dust out
I love the chrome case (looks SEXAY) but after a while of setting it down on tables its gonna look like $#1T because all the scratches are gonna be super noticeable, and out of the three it will most likely scratch your phone the most when removing it
the clear "T-mobile" brand case probably will probably not scratch your phone upon removal but clear cases really look like ass after a while after a few scratches, because it starts getting this foggy look to it, and one of my friends bought the same kind of case for his G1 (long time ago) and after a while of pulling the kick stand out the stand broke
so the clear winner IMO for durability, ease of removal, and protection is the hard, bulky, and ugly aluminum case lol
just remember you have to take the cases off once in a while if you have the phone in your pocket because the lint(even though it sounds funny) will scratch your phone when making friction with the inside of the case
but these are all things I dont have to deal with because i have my sexay sexay Gel case that is easy to remove and i barely ever have to clean
Oh and just in case you don't know what a GEL/TPU case is here is a video of one (for the Euro HD2) if you decide to get one make sure its for the TmoUS version because that 1.5mm makes a difference when it comes to these cases
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6aF9QVmmhKc&feature=player_embedded
I can't figure out why there isn't a thread on this in the Accessories section of the forum. Those crazy Euro guys have a few threads on this topic and we have none.
Well, be it Zagg, Clear-Coat, Lexerd, BodyGuardz, etc? Is there a comprehensive comparison out there somewhere? All I ever see from Google searches is forums with everybody saying something different and defending their single purchase.
I think almost everything is going to end up being more subjective when it comes to these.
I have used many kinds in the past and each time I get a new device I always order a Phantomskinz.
I only wish they offered just the screen part in matte, but for under $8 for two skinz shipped I have found it to have the best clarity and feel.
I am horrible at putting protectors on and something always goes wrong, but even with the little imperfections I don't notice them when using the device.
Like the Boxwave - they have both crystal and matte. Like it because it fits the tMobile version perfectly and there is protection for the entire front glass surface including around the bottom surrounding the buttons. Have had them before on all my touch and non touch screen phones. You do have to be careful when applying to avoid bubbles but it can be removed and reapplied again and again.
best screen protector by far to me is the Clarivue screen protector. http://cgi.ebay.com/2-x-Clarivue-Sc...ewItem&pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item1c1323f296
I've used it on all of my phones, ( htc dash, tilt, g1, fuze, and now my hd2) all came in a two pack, with a screen cleaning wipe, no adhesive, self clinging, I won't buy anything else.
Invisible Shield from Zagg
Second time I've used 'em. First time was on my Samsung Behold and it actually increased the touch screen performance.
Just got the full coverage on my HD2 last night. Still trying to get used to it. It's definitely more "grabby". Seems to make your fingers stick to the screen, which in turn activates an unwanted app or link. It's only been a day and I'm sure it will smooth out and become more responsive. It did for my Samsung. It will give the back of your phone a gloss look, which I don't care for, but it won't get scratches when it sits in my pocket or slides across my dash. It will fell less slippery in your hands too.
Pricey but worth it in the end. If anyone is considering it, PM me, I think I have a discount code floating around in my email somewhere I can pass on.
Hope that helps.
Why do you want a screen protector? the screen is scratch resistant. I watched my TMO sales rep attack it with the end of a pair of hardcore scissors and not a scratch on the demo model.
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Why do you want a screen protector? the screen is scratch resistant. I watched my TMO sales rep attack it with the end of a pair of hardcore scissors and not a scratch on the demo model.
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Several peeps from this site have said that they have gotten scratches on their HD2 screen. But yeah, I've seen the videos, but never tried it myself. I still use a screen protector just in case.
I think the Zagg are too thick and dont like the "orange peel" effect they give. I tried a few different brands and have nothing but great things to say about Clear Coat. Easy to install too. I take mine back once a month just to get a replacement whether it needs it or not. They replace no questions asked every time. No hassle. My favorite so far.
Clear Coat
BW UltraClear from Brando
My current phone is an Xperia, and I'm using the BW UltraClear. I've had it on my Axim and iMate Jam as well. It doesn't have a grainy look, and it works great with my stylus. I ordered one last week in preparation for the HD2, and another one for my gf's iPod Touch. The cheap screen protector is messing up her touch response.
i still have yet to find a good one...cheap ones are crap with touch responsiveness, good ones wear out quick
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Skinomi TechSkin: a bit daunting to put on, uses a "wet water" solution, worked fine on the first try. Screen cover is a little thicker and more "grabby" than I expected. Touch & pinch thru the film is fine, not as good as no protector at all. Transparency is excellent.
Microthin dry-transfer film: easy to apply, to re-apply, and to replace. Much thicker than the Skinomi. Touch thru the film is fine, but pinch operations take a little getting used to.
Stock coating (no after-market cover): Great touch, no scratches in 2 weeks' everyday use. If Seidio or someone comes out with a good, soft-lining face-in holster, I'd skip the screen skin.
just recieved the vikuiti screen protector and despite all the rumours of it not fiting the tmobile u.s. version because of the 1.5mm difference...i can confirm that it fits perfectly and fingers glide smoothly across the screen on my phone...even covers under the buttons unlike many other protectors...they also come with warranty...if it doesnt stick or starts to come up they will send out a replacement for no charge...or so they say...havnt had to try it yet...cost a little over 10 dollars and arrived in 5 days from HK to US
also the capdase hard silicone case works great with our version as well...just off slightly off at the bottom by the microphone but people can still hear just fine.....very snug and not feeling loose...it keeps the contour of the phone on the back which i like and it still keeps the phone slim...totally transparent...covers the camera in the back so it can be left on a table without suffering any scratches to the chrome bezel or the camera lens...looks sweet...cost is $13.40 shipped and arrived in 5 days from hong kong
Kind of a gamble but for me it worked out perfectly and exactly what i was looking for..
I must have sticky fingers because I have a hard time sliding my finger across the glass. Kind of a pain because I love Swype. So, the question for me is which protector is the slickest?
Any suggestions?
Thanks!
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the ones from tmobile 2 pk>matte>cheap 15 bucks>very sensitive>minimal smear>can't beat them> no bubbles>very durable> enuff said can handle anything u throw at it
web3221 said:
the ones from tmobile 2 pk>matte>cheap 15 bucks>very sensitive>minimal smear>can't beat them> no bubbles>very durable> enuff said can handle anything u throw at it
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it doesn't cover the entire screen.
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it covers the entire viewable screen, it does not cover part of the black area which is not important and accounts for less than 3/4 of a square inch.
i guess it's a matter if preference, i do not see this as a deal breaker, as it does what it is intended to do and its inexpensive and matte - good for me - maybe u will find one more to your tastes
I picked up the Vikuiti DQC-160 for a TMOUS HD2 and I can confirm it fits perfectly, despite being manufactured for the Euro version. From what I understand the TMOUS version is about one millimeter taller, but it must be in the bezel and not the screen.
Applying the protector was effortless, has no orange peel effect, and essentially feels like I'm touching glass. I'm very happy with it thus far.
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CHUCK it looks and sounds nice
http://www.protectionfilms24.com/screen-protectors/hd2-19753.html
jammer5150 said:
why do you want a screen protector? The screen is scratch resistant. I watched my tmo sales rep attack it with the end of a pair of hardcore scissors and not a scratch on the demo model. :d
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+1
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to each his own, but i would rather be safe than sorry, plus my work is, at times a little more demanding than most jobs. and these phones are not inexpensive, nor do they give them away - if they did to heck with it lets rock and roll
HTC Incredible Otterbox Defender series
So after my first evening with the case I thought I'd post my initial impressions. The case is a dust/lent magnet but this is no different than other silicone cases I've seen. I've had some issues with the screen protector sticking to my phantom skinz protector but it's quickly fixed by pressing on both sides of the case. It's nothing like I used to see on my 3gs Defender.
The screen protector does affect viewing quality of the screen, but it's not bad and you get used to it. The screen still looks better compared to the EVO's washed out screen.
The belt clip works well. My 3gs only fell because of the poor belt clip design, but this one seems more secure. Speaking of which, no drop test yet
Here are some additional up close images. I'm showing the cover for the lens / flash as well as the inside of the front cover. You can see the hole for the optical trackball and the dark cloth that covers the speaker.
I also have a couple more things to note.
1. Without my Phantom Skinz applied (I had front only) the phone feels loose inside the case. Not sure if this is by design.
2. Again, without the Phantom Skinz, I eliminated the sticky screen issue but now it feels like a resistive touch screen of sorts. You can feel the protector depress onto the glass.
3. Lint/Dust magnet!
4. It feels great in the hand and the belt clip is much better than the 3gs and older style defender clips. I haven't had one accidental drop. When I used my 3gs it would always fall out.
5. I compared it to a friends 3gs defender and a Seidio Rugged case and it's actually bulkier than both! It was surprising, but not much bulkier.
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Will it fit with the HTC 2150 extended battery?
I received my case yesterday but it seems just a tad too big since the phone slided back and forth when you shake it.
michaelkahl, how does your case fit?
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I received my case yesterday but it seems just a tad too big since the phone slided back and forth when you shake it.
michaelkahl, how does your case fit?
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I also just got the Defender for my Incredible and my case does the same thing. When I shake it side to side you can hear the phone move. This is my first Otterbox so I just assumed it was normal.
Its not normal, I called Otterbox and they are sending me a new case but they are on backorder so it will probably be a while. Told me to throw the other one away...
I have since fixed the sliding issue but cutting a few slivers out of a business card and putting on both sides and at the bottom. Shouldn't have to do this with a $50 case but whatever works I guess.
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I also just got the Defender for my Incredible and my case does the same thing. When I shake it side to side you can hear the phone move. This is my first Otterbox so I just assumed it was normal.
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I have the Seidio Rugged and I couldn't be happier, and since it's designed as two seperate cases you have the option of just using the inner Innocase. Also the Seidio belt clip locks and it's near impossible the get the phone out without unlocking it, just my two cents
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I ordered my case moments after getting the notification email last Thursday. I rang them today to ask if my order was okay and was told that they are backordered nearly two weeks.....I live only three hours from them and they shipped out-of-state orders first?!?.....
I'm on the edge here.....
Thanks for listening.
Shakes in the case? That's very disappointing... I'm waiting till I hear better reviews. Thanks for the post.
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My defender also fits a little odd. The Incredible moves around within the inner shell as if it were loose. I called Otterbox and they agreed to send me a replacement under the condition I would have to send the original back so they could inspect it.
That thing is way to big.
Today I called otterbox because my case also has a loose fit. I realized this after removing the Phantom Skinz screen protector. Otterbox says that this is not intended and are sending me a replacement. The item is on back-order, hopefully the next batch don't have this issue.
In the mean time I've stuffed my case with two pieces of paper and it's fits much better. I didn't fold them, just placed them on the back side.
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Today I called otterbox because my case also has a loose fit. I realized this after removing the Phantom Skinz screen protector. Otterbox says that this is not intended and are sending me a replacement. The item is on back-order, hopefully the next batch don't have this issue.
In the mean time I've stuffed my case with two pieces of paper and it's fits much better. I didn't fold them, just placed them on the back side.
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I received my replacement case today and the fit is just as bad as the original. I called in to let them know and she said that was the first she had heard of it. We shall see what happens next.
....And I can't even get one having ordered over a week ago....sigh....
You guys drop your phones a lot?
A lot? No. But it only takes one.
I agree, dropping one can cause some good damage if naked, but my Seidio case has served me well. But I dunno if I want to double or near triple the thickness of my phone for a drop that may or may not happen.
It's just really hard to justify a case that looks like it's made for off road racing.
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....And I can't even get one having ordered over a week ago....sigh....
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Sorry to say that I got mine today and I'm not sure I want it any more. After reading that others have received phones with the same issue, replacements have had the same issue, my belt clip broke exactly 1 week after I got the phone, and I feel that I waited this long for a product still in development
Dang....if mine is all rattly I may just have to drive my lazy arse down there and shake it under their nose.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dusf-gsSvB0
So yeah, long story short...the replacement rattles as well. Hit the video above for more info.
I want to see how other users protect the DINC as I have my methods, and I want to see the best solution.
IN a perfect world I would rock it naked, but knowing that i have dropped the phone like 30 times, this is not an option..
Im using the Seidio Innocase II on my Dinc and I find I like this case best..
Should I use a screen protector on my next phone? I dont use one now... but i paid dearly.... I was using a smaller case and the phone fell face first to the ground and when i picked it up it has small hairline scratches on the screen...
Needless to say I switched back to the safety of the Seidio Innocase II with its lip to protect falling on its face, but..
I dont know what to do.. Im not going to buy a screen and replace it..
and I hate screen protectors...
Hmm... What to do for next time.
Hate or not it's still cheaper than replacing the screen. I use the Seidio Innocase II with the Seidio crystal screen protector and have droped my phone about 100 times so far and no damage.
Hmm, i dunno
i have a Seidio SURFACE case with a ZAGG screen protector (only reason i got this was because of the life time warranty). not one scratch, dent, or anything on the body or screen of the phone. the case how ever has been through hell and back.
I keep mine where it's safe
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Seideo active case, no screen protector.
Had a screen protector on it before and my screen shattered, only cost $30 to replace anyway so if anything happens bad enough again, I'll just replace again.
Likely won't ever or at least won't happen for a long while.
I used the gloss silicone cover sold by Verizon for the first year that worked very well and protected my phone from drops onto concrete, brick, and marble. I just bought the $5 Speck case from Verizon that I really like so far but haven't "tested" it.
I used a screen protector for a while, but didn't like the rainbows caused by finger smudges, so now my screen is unprotected (but still in perfect condition).
Silicone case and my pleather HTC belt case. No screen protector i got sick of them. I cook pizza and stupid flour used to always get wedged under my screen protector so i stopped using them.
Hmm yea i will prob stick to the seidio innocase screen protectors suck
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I think screen protectors get a bad rap because of installation issues. I bought a three pack of screen protectors from Amazon for less than a buck, and they work great. Spend the time to install them right and I haven't had one come off.
It might be slightly more prone to fingerprints and glare but the ones I use are clear with no rainbowing.
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Verizon screen protector and speck shell. Both of these work great together.
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I use the Verizon shell/holster combo. Well, I don't actually use the combo, just the shell. It's a one-piece cover that clips onto the phone. The shell protects the camera lens and its edges help protect the screen as well. Since the shell doesn't cover the ends of the phone (just the sides), I can wipe the screen off without getting an accumulation of grease and dirt just inside the shell's edges.
I have never used a screen protector. I got my DInc days after its initial release and still have a perfectly smooth screen, so why bother? I usually put the phone in an otherwise empty pocket, whether it be in jeans, cargo shorts, or a jacket.
I do have a few very minor nicks along the top and bottom edges of the phone, but they can barely be felt and you have to hold the phone at the perfect angle to see them.
I'm hoping my next phone and case hold up as well as my DInc.
For a year my phone was naked, got dropped a couple times on tile floors and hardwood - the battery door would fly off, sometimes the battery would pop out - took it like a champ. Then my poor phone met concrete paving stones. It didn't like them and the screen shattered. So after getting a replacement it now resides under a screen cover from htcpedia and a silicone case.
Rocked it naked for about 6 months until it took its first drop, now it's in an OtterBox Commuter series case without screen protector. only a couple minor scratches around the outside edge of the phone from the drop, screen has minor wear and tear (small surface scratches, have to be in BRIGHT light to see them).
I have the invisible shield for the face and I have the seidio active burgundy case and they work great together. The invisible shield is great and the response on the touch screen is like its not even there.
It would take a lot of hard thrashing to even begin to damage my incredible.
Trident Kraken Case
Zagg screen protector (because it's never gone more than a minute without a screen protector...ever)
I watched a video of a shop selling the Trident Kraken and they put the phone in the case, climbed a ladder 10 feet high, and dropped the phone from the top and his arm's length. He let go and it bounced a couple times upon hitting the PAVEMENT. He got down and showed the camera that it was still perfectly alright. I was sold, and bought the case a few minutes later online. They have many different colors and replacement parts. I got grey/black.
I took the phone out a few weeks ago to change the battery and it still looks as good as it did the day I bought it. I've dropped it, bouced it, even thrown it all the way accross my shop to someone who didn't catch it and it hit a toolbox instead. Didn't even scuff the case.
Sure it's a bit larger, but I don't mind at all since I've been looking for a tough android smartphone since android came out. And since I had to buy the entire phone myself not on a plan, I don't get insurance, so the case doubles as my insurance policy, as well as making it strong enough to take to work with me and not have to worry too much.
Take a look at the Trident Kraken. Its also cheaper than other comparable tough cases.
I will only buy Otterbox cases, I have the Commuter case on my inc with their screen protector.
I have owned several seidio cases, they just don't match the quality or customer service of Otterbox.
I am biased because my dog recently went after my phone and the otterbox saved it from destruction
I'll be honest, when I first got my Inc, I had nothing on it for about 2 weeks. I ordered some cheap case/screen protector/car charger for like 4 bux on ebay. It's the same case the kiosk at my mall sells for 20. So I laughed. It was super tight on it when I first put it on, but because of the stupid design for the sd card under the back cover, I had to remove it. After taking off a few times, it started being very lose, and eventually broke.
The screen protector has held up pretty well, other than a deep gash in one spot, but it's not in the functional part of the screen, but in the blackened part towards the top right corner.
Recently, I picked up a *speck case from Verizon for like 5 bucks, and it's made my Inc the perfect size for my hand. The other case gave me problems with hitting the "p" button when I texted because of my fat fingers lol. The speck case is absolutely perfect. Would prefer it was pure black rather than red rimming, but it'll suffice until I upgrade to the Vigor.
Had a kraken and since have gone back to the vzm high gloss silicone case. This case has saved my phone a number of times and I consider the incredible to be a durable phone. I've thrown this phone through a wall and its still working.
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I used to have it in a (pleather?) case I got from verizon when I got it. That lasted about a year before it got too worn down. I then had it in a cheap case that was horrible and I ended up throwing away, so now it is not in a case.
I always have a screen protector on it. If there is one thing that is super annoying on a phone when it gets scratched, its the screen.