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Otterbox Defender series now available

OK, another otterbox thread, sorry, but Defender series is now for sale
http://www.otterbox.com/Dell-Streak...trk1-20101025&cid=emu-lch-del2-strk1-20101025
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Sh!t, $50?! WTF is it made of? Don't mind splashing the cash for decent kit, but I think i'll pass on this, shame, I was looking forward to one of these. I'll stick with my o2 insurance instead.
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Yes it looks a bit dear. What I can't work out is that the pictures of both the defender and the commuter look almost exactly the same as the impact case. Puzzling. I was hoping for a triple layered hard case like the defender for the iphone. I notice that he jack socket has a rubber plug but that seems to be the only difference...
Anyone got a link to better pictures?
I must be missing something...

OtterBox said:
Compatibility:
Dell Streak
Features:
Three layers of protection
Complete interaction of the device's functions
Ratcheting belt clip holster included
Material:
Clear protective membrane on touch screen
High-quality polycarbonate shell
Durable silicone skin
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Three layer protection it says there ^

Three layers maybe, the commuter series also has 3 layers, i'll still stick with my 1 layer next-day-replacement insurance. I have otterbox for my gps + other kit for multi-day walks, it's perfect if a little bulky, but $50 for a non-waterproof case for my streak is too steep for me. I've had to get 1 replacement streak already and I don't think this case would have prevented the cracked lcd. Sorry otterbox, I love your stuff but this isn't worth the price to me. I would have paid $35. (free delivery of course! )
Hmm, just realised they're counting the screen protector as one of the 3 layers. My offer is down to $28!
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Three layer protection it says there ^
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It may say three layers but if you look at the pics on the otterbox website the cases look almost identical to the impact case. Defender doesn't look anywhere near as good as the iphone 4 one but will reserve judgement until I see some better pictures.
If it's anywhere near a good as the iphone4 case it will be worth every penny because that case looks superb!

I was hoping it would have removeable front screen/lid like the iPad version seems have. As it is I'm with everyone else, there's much better protection out there for less than $50.

The defender case includes more features than just 3 layers. read on...
"Besides these features, it comes with ratcheting belt clip holster and natch in holster which connects to Dell GPS arm which in turn attaches to car windshield."
http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/...oductdetail.aspx?c=us&l=en&cs=19&sku=A4150936
I'll gladly pay 50 bux for a case that allows me to leave it on when using the car mount or belt clip.
I'm awaiting pictures of this mechanism in action. otherwise, its commuter for me.

Same here...photos of the belt clip, then I'm on board.
How many times have I reached for my streak on my belt in the last week LOL.
jdmnash said:
I'll gladly pay 50 bux for a case that allows me to leave it on when using the car mount or belt clip.
I'm awaiting pictures of this mechanism in action. otherwise, its commuter for me.
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Hi all
Well when i bought my Impact case for $19.95 it was the only one available from them and now that they have these others i would still choose the Impact case over them. I have found the Impact case to be great and does all i want or need and i haven't even bothered fitting the screen protector either as just don't feel the need for it.
Marc

I have the impact also, and also just tossed the screen protector. It's GLASS, which means unless you really try, a diamond is required to scratch it.
I don't think a screen protector would do it any good, if, you hit it hard enough to break the glass
Dogmann said:
Hi all
Well when i bought my Impact case for $19.95 it was the only one available from them and now that they have these others i would still choose the Impact case over them. I have found the Impact case to be great and does all i want or need and i haven't even bothered fitting the screen protector either as just don't feel the need for it.
Marc
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Very Cool Hard Case

I ordered this on ebay after watching the video on youtube.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=9RaUUN1Pgh4
I have to say I'm pretty impressed with it. Very unique design. It's hard, and rubberized to so you can keep a good grip on it.
It's not cheap, I paid about 60 bucks USD for it. Check it out, you guys might like it., I know I do!
Cheers!

Thank you for that! Bit bulky, but has cool features. Please give us an update when it arrives.

Same here. Too bulky and cheaplooking for my taste.
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Did look at one like that but I thought it was a bit bulky too. Like the hard front cover for bag protection though.
Using this one on mine with a screen protector and a slip case, for bag protection
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BLACK-GEL-CAS..._MobilePhonesCasesPouches&hash=item2c58e50d25
It is excellent quality and offers good bump and scratch protection. It does not increase the footprint much and has a nice lip on the edge to give you a good purchase on the tab while holding it.
Cut outs for ports and buttons are spot on and have enough room around them for a the cables to attach correctly (others do not!)
For the price I am very pleased.

Love the kickstand.
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bisto321 said:
Did look at one like that but I thought it was a bit bulky too. Like the hard front cover for bag protection though.
Using this one on mine with a screen protector and a slip case, for bag protection
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BLACK-GEL-CAS..._MobilePhonesCasesPouches&hash=item2c58e50d25
It is excellent quality and offers good bump and scratch protection. It does not increase the footprint much and has a nice lip on the edge to give you a good purchase on the tab while holding it.
Cut outs for ports and buttons are spot on and have enough room around them for a the cables to attach correctly (others do not!)
For the price I am very pleased.
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I have the same case in pink and love it, but I got it at daydeal dot com.
Sent from my glorious Galaxy tab

bisto321 said:
Did look at one like that but I thought it was a bit bulky too. Like the hard front cover for bag protection though.
Using this one on mine with a screen protector and a slip case, for bag protection
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BLACK-GEL-CAS..._MobilePhonesCasesPouches&hash=item2c58e50d25
It is excellent quality and offers good bump and scratch protection. It does not increase the footprint much and has a nice lip on the edge to give you a good purchase on the tab while holding it.
Cut outs for ports and buttons are spot on and have enough room around them for a the cables to attach correctly (others do not!)
For the price I am very pleased.
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I bought the 2nd case for my Galaxy TAB and it's exactly the same case like yours except with white side.
It's cheap but it's good.
The case posted by Big_Totoro is good but, kinda worried the front lid with standing stoppers
which might eventually create marking or scratches on Galaxy TAB screen.

I'm using Incipio Silicrylic with kickstand. It is very nice and rugged. The kickstand kind of sucks but I contacted Incipio and they are going to work something out. Kickstand aside, the case is nice and heavy duty without adding much bulk.

I ordered this case in black just over a week ago and it arrived today. Brilliant fit, barely adds any weight while the device feels fully supported. The different prop positions are also great. My only concern was that it wouldnt fold back on itself to allow good usage one handed, but it a actually folds back on itself really well.
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Got mine
It isn't really very bulky. compared to a 3mm rubber skin yeah it is, but that isn't going to give you any protection anyhow
The rubberized outside is very grippy. Easy to hold in one hand without the fear of slippage.
The "stand" parts don't contact the screen at all when closed. It might if you have pressure applied to it, but again, it is soft rubberized finish on those stant peices as well on the inside.
The fit is brilliant. Leaving all the external buttons accessible. The front cover folds back easily, and don't fold over on itself at all.
It feels very sturdy and rugged. Not cheap feeling at all.
Just goin to touch on the "bulkiness" topic again briefly. Most leather or PU leather cases I have looked at at alot bulker than this case. While that MAY off a little more padding, I have noticed that most of those leather cases, the clasp interfers with the view of the screen.
Just my 2 cents
Cheers guys!

Thank you. I haven't found a retailer in Europe though. I hope this will change.
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bisto321 said:
Did look at one like that but I thought it was a bit bulky too. Like the hard front cover for bag protection though.
Using this one on mine with a screen protector and a slip case, for bag protection
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BLACK-GEL-CAS..._MobilePhonesCasesPouches&hash=item2c58e50d25
It is excellent quality and offers good bump and scratch protection. It does not increase the footprint much and has a nice lip on the edge to give you a good purchase on the tab while holding it.
Cut outs for ports and buttons are spot on and have enough room around them for a the cables to attach correctly (others do not!)
For the price I am very pleased.
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The first peice of accessories for my Tab looks wonderfull I like it , price is fair

Got the same hard case in black, OP said rubberized finish, though mine is more like a textured finish, not sure if there are 2 types?

looks a little plasticy?

sjjones said:
looks a little plasticy?
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Yes, certainly not what I would call rubbery or soft-touch. I haven't heard back from the seller yet.

Mine is Black as well. I guess we have a difference of opinion on what rubbery feel is
Its hard plastic with a rubberized coating. I dont know how else to explain it. Its not silicon rubbery or so rubbery that it would rub away.
Its not squishy, but its definatly not slippery. So there is a ruberized coating on it.
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just got my GT for a week, i saw this case on "yeebay"
will order one during or after the xmas/NY holiday, so i'll receive it as soon as the post office people start working.

Just an update, it turns out that there are 2 versions - the GLARE is not rubberized. I bought this for ~$40 from the seller. According to the seller, this cost less than the rubberized and it made sense cause he is selling the "other" version for ~$60. But when I went back & look at the item # I bought from (he still has units selling under the same item #), the price has gone up to ~$60.
I think the case is fine as is and will not spend return shipping & extra $60 to get the rubberized finish, just put that towards a leather case instaed.

Hi Big_Totoro,
How did you find it at Ebay? I've no idea how it is called or who build it (Manufactor). I was not able to find it anywhere in the web. Can you give me a hint?
Merry Christmas to all people out there!

I bought one of these too and absolutely love it. The fit is perfect, the ergonomics are fantastic (someone has spent a lot of time thinking about how this will be used so it supports all positions), it provides great protection, and the rubberised surface feels great.
I reckon this is the best case I have bought for any device- most useful, and if anything the device feels smaller to me in the case- an illusion obviously, but a testament to the quality of it.
I bought a few cases for my tab, but this is the only one that I will be using

[Q] Best case for HD7

I'm going to be getting the HD7S, and I was looking for a good case for the HD7 as they're the same phone. My problem with a lot of cases is that dust and other things get inside the case and scratch the phone. So I was wondering if anyone could help me out and let me know which cases don't do that, the Otterbox Commuter in particular.

Piel Frama!
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mobiledeveloperfromspace said:
piel frama!
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lolololololololololol

if anyone has the case from tmobile that has black edges and a clear back but also want a belt clip get the one from Seidio. I already had that case and ordered the $50 one from Seidio that has case and clip and noticed the tmobile case fits perfectly in the Seidio clip.

The case i received with my hd7 was a cheap $5 one off eBay. The guy told me he paid $20 for it, however i paid $2.50 off Amazon for the same quality case for my last phone. I bought an Otterbox commuter case and for $25 off Amazon it is a great buy. The inner part of the case is rubber and seals all the contact points on the phone and case.
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I want the Candyshell from Speck...
That is a pretty nice one.. But the price is way too expensive than I wanted. T.T

What I really like is the PowerSkin for the HD7 - I use with a screen protector I bought separately. Only shortcoming is Powerskin doesn't have a belt clip/holster and is way too big for most phone holsters - I ordered a horizontal case for a GPS off eBay - if it works I'll update with the model number here..

lianglqufo said:
I want the Candyshell from Speck...
That is a pretty nice one.. But the price is way too expensive than I wanted. T.T
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Never heard of it - looked it up and man, what a gorgeous case!! I'd get one right now if I didn't have the powerskin..

I use on my HD7 a Momax iCase Pro. 10 bucks only and it's very good.

Otterbox off Ebay is amazing. Came just the other day and it fits snug inside.
It costed around 40 bucks but is well worth it

Otterbox for sure!!!! I used all three cases they sell at TMO:
-Body Glove was second best IMO (pretty, but cheap feeling, it creaks when you squeeze the chrome borders)
-Hard rubber with the grid back (decent but bland)
-Black bumper with clear back (tight fit *good* but volume keeps pressing with the slightest touch due to the tight buttons covers, plus back scratches easily)
Otterbox, no contest. Tight fit, covers up my decaying buttons (seriously HTC?) and soooo sexy with the brushed metal styling on the back, and feels so much slimmer than the Body Glove

I just got the 2 smoke argyle tpu case on ebay for the price of $0.00 (got a refund and replacement). The cases however are only mediocre. Its a tight fit so I don't have to worry about it coming off or anything like that and it gives you a pretty good grip of the phone. However, it does get slippery if you have sweaty palms like myself and the buttons are now harder to press because of the cover. The TPU case is sturdy and I believe it will protect my phone but it surely is not the best case out there. Price right now on ebay is $3.95 for 1.
I have looked at more premium cases like the momax icase pro and the speck candyshell. The candyshell looks to be a great case and I will probably buy one eventually.

Got the Otterbox case a couple days ago. Works wonders! It has an awesome feel, isn't bulky at all and provides good protection, not to mention the buttons are easier to push. Recommend it for sure! 10/10.
(TWSS also applies to much of what I said.)

I'm thinking of getting the Otter Box myself as I cannot find any Speck cases in the UK.
Only problem I see is that the phone won't fit on a dock/cradle with the Otter Box!?

Why do you need a dock when you have a kickstand?

Over8ted said:
Why do you need a dock when you have a kickstand?
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Good point lol - never thought of that. I suppose I thought it would be handy to charge etc although I still haven't seen a dock I like yet as they don't seem to have supports on the ones with the audio jacks built in. I don't like the thought of my phone free standing with the USB and audio jack inside it in case it breaks somehow.

I would vote ooterbox as #1 but the case dosnt have a belt clip or holster like the defender series. ANd the fact that they dont plan on making one make me lean in favor for the body glove. I got Zaggg's invisible shield max all over the phone with the body glove case. It gives it a really tight feel and stiffens up the bodyglove case from squeaking and making cracking sounds when you hold it.

My vote is for either CaseMate "Barley There" or, Incipio Feather Light case.
Nice protection with hardly any additional bulk added.

i found otterbox is a very good case

skin-it
personally I don't like a big case, so otterbox is out for me. I got a skin-it custom skin I am very pleased with. Easy install, fits perfect, holds tight.

TPU-Cases for Incredible S

My TPU-Case just arrived today! Check the video after the break!
http://tpu-cases.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=20&products_id=78
This is exactly as expected and what I was looking for - a one piece minimalistic case on the cheap that will protect my phone from basic wear and tear. I don't expect it to protect my phone from an extremely hard drop like an Otterbox will, but I am concerned about the Otterbox adding ugliness and size to the phone. The TPU barely adds any bulk to the phone, and I feel that it actually adds to the phone and makes it look nicer and feel better in the hand.
I got the high gloss black version, and while I would've preferred matte it is a very sharp looking case. Total fingerprint magnet though. The gloss back seems rather easy to scratch... if I push really hard I can probably scratch it with my fingernail but for $8 I could simply buy another one if I really wanted to. It took two weeks to get here, which is longer than average (international shipping US to Canada) but I won't complain because shipping was free.
There is a cutout for the power/lock button but the volume buttons are covered and you can't really feel the 'click' from pressing the volume rocker up or down... but it still is relatively easy to press. Perhaps the case needs to break in a bit.
Google around for a promo code to get 10% off, and after tax with free shipping it cost me a whopping $8.05 in total. It didn't come with a screen protector so I will have to find one on its own... but again at this price I'm not complaining.
All in all I'd recommend if you're looking for a very cheap and sexy looking minimalistic case. This won't protect like an Otterbox and will probably scratch over time, but is so inexpensive that you won't care.

Got a similar TPU case but it has a textured back and for only 2 USD on eBay

^^
I think it's just like mine. My friend send it from Canada and I got it before 2 days.

chobie said:
Got a similar TPU case but it has a textured back and for only 2 USD on eBay
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hehe same here, btw dealextreme has them also !!
sanas

chobie said:
Got a similar TPU case but it has a textured back and for only 2 USD on eBay
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Same thing here.
IMHO it's even more beautiful than the gloss one.

Just bought one on ebay. 1.49$

yes,
seems to be nearly identically to the one I bought from dealextreme.
the difference is the cutout for the power button - PTU has, Dealextreme not (sometimes its a bit hard to press...)

I won a free TPU case on here at XDA = returning otterbox commuter. too bulky, and slippery.
TPu has a nice sleek feel, won't fall outta your hands, and barley adds any bulk unlike the Otterbox. only thing I hate is the power button is a bit hard to push so I use a widget on my homescreen that puts the phone to sleep with a push instead of using power button.
it's called " Lock Screen Widget" if anyone else has this problem and wants to check er out.

Nice! But don't sell in Vietnam

Wow might have to snag myself one of these! Good looking cases

@ThuongTin: I think dealextreme does ship worldwide

nice
nice not bad

[Q] Cases/screen protector

Has anyone found a place to buy a good case for this phone yet?
Also, I sent an email to ZAGG (invisibleSHIELD) to see if they will be getting screen protectors for the vivid...I hope the respond soon...

I got the Moshi Protector and the AGF case from ATT when I picked up the vivid, case is fine, HATE the protector, makes the screen feel and react like the old resistive screens since it by design, doesn't lay flat on the screen.
I ordered a cheapo clear on ebay(prefer the clear ones) as soon as it comes in I am returning the moshi

badboyz said:
Has anyone found a place to buy a good case for this phone yet?
Also, I sent an email to ZAGG (invisibleSHIELD) to see if they will be getting screen protectors for the vivid...I hope the respond soon...
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I had a few leftovers from SGS2, and you wont believe how perfectly they fit on my Vivid. As if they were custom made for this phone.

http://www.amazon.com/Skinomi-TechS...AA/ref=sr_1_20?ie=UTF8&qid=1320692788&sr=8-20
Not sure how they are going to work out, but I bought some yesterday.. Ill letcha know.

When i picked up the phone i got a speck case and moshi screen protector. Reason i like the moshi is because its bubble free and reusable and anti-glare. The speck case is bulky but i had one on my inspire and i dropped that phone like 20 times and not a scratch or dent

could you take some shots of the phone with the speck case. I ordered 2 white phones with the white cases and i'm hoping they are going to make the phone too big.

yh823 said:
When i picked up the phone i got a speck case and moshi screen protector. Reason i like the moshi is because its bubble free and reusable and anti-glare. The speck case is bulky but i had one on my inspire and i dropped that phone like 20 times and not a scratch or dent
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Do you think you might be able to post your thoughts on the speck case? I got the white phone, and was contemplating the white case, too, but was afraid it would be too thick and make the phone a bit bulky. Thanks!

I picked up the Otterbox Commuter case from AT&T when I picked up the phone on Sunday. I really wish they had the black plastic case with black rubber case versus the black plastic with gray rubber case. But it is protected for now.
Still looking for a good screen protector for this though.

I got the white and black speck case its not that bulky as i recently stated but its not flimsy either like some of those ebay ones. Its rubber on the inside and a smooth hard plastic on the outside. the phone is very snug in the case you dont have to worry about over time the case looses its shape or gets looser. And not to mention if you do drop the phone at least you know they phone wont fall out of it or the back plate coming off.

badboyz said:
Has anyone found a place to buy a good case for this phone yet?
Also, I sent an email to ZAGG (invisibleSHIELD) to see if they will be getting screen protectors for the vivid...I hope the respond soon...
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I'm almost certain they will be, no worries. They've made screen protectors for far less popular phones.

yh823 said:
I got the white and black speck case its not that bulky as i recently stated but its not flimsy either like some of those ebay ones. Its rubber on the inside and a smooth hard plastic on the outside. the phone is very snug in the case you dont have to worry about over time the case looses its shape or gets looser. And not to mention if you do drop the phone at least you know they phone wont fall out of it or the back plate coming off.
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How are the buttons on this case? I had Candyshell for Inspire and hated it becasue buttons were extremely stiff

just got comfirmation that my two white speck cases shipped through AT&T. Should be here tomorrow, now just have to wait for the phones to ship.

Cases and screen protector
I live in canada and really wanted to get the white speck case but when I contacted them about it they said they didn't know if they had any plans to make them, I replied with the link to the att website where its for sale and they replied with a link to the smartphone cases on their website. So helpful!
So going with the otterbox commuter and gonna get the ghost armour screen protector put on at my local mall. So far its the best I have used.

liquidxnitez said:
I picked up the Otterbox Commuter case from AT&T when I picked up the phone on Sunday. I really wish they had the black plastic case with black rubber case versus the black plastic with gray rubber case. But it is protected for now.
Still looking for a good screen protector for this though.
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I'm in exactly the same situation.
Love the Commuter for it's protection... my only complaint is that the cover over the usb port is a PAIN to open(I have to use the end of the charger cable to open it)

yh823 said:
I got the white and black speck case its not that bulky as i recently stated but its not flimsy either like some of those ebay ones. Its rubber on the inside and a smooth hard plastic on the outside. the phone is very snug in the case you dont have to worry about over time the case looses its shape or gets looser. And not to mention if you do drop the phone at least you know they phone wont fall out of it or the back plate coming off.
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I wouldn't mind getting one of these if it were less expensive. I've looked online for about a total of 4 hours today and only found the Otter Box cases to my desire. That being said, I can't stand how bulky they make the phone feel.

ClippinWings said:
I'm in exactly the same situation.
Love the Commuter for it's protection... my only complaint is that the cover over the usb port is a PAIN to open(I have to use the end of the charger cable to open it)
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Just cut it off and be done with it. Seriously, that's what I did with my previous Commuter cases.

looks like the Otterbox Defender is available. Just ordered it.

AnyMal said:
How are the buttons on this case? I had Candyshell for Inspire and hated it becasue buttons were extremely stiff
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To me he volume rocker buttons arent stiff but the power button is.
propofokgov said:
I wouldn't mind getting one of these if it were less expensive. I've looked online for about a total of 4 hours today and only found the Otter Box cases to my desire. That being said, I can't stand how bulky they make the phone feel.
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compared to the otterbox case's prices to this one they are fair the only reason i dont like otterbox cases is because you have to take them apart.

ClippinWings said:
I'm in exactly the same situation.
Love the Commuter for it's protection... my only complaint is that the cover over the usb port is a PAIN to open(I have to use the end of the charger cable to open it)
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I don't have any problems with the USB cover at all. :shrug: I squish it up and use the edge of my nail to pop it open.
DerUbermench said:
looks like the Otterbox Defender is available. Just ordered it.
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That's good to hear! I might try the Defender out as I want a holster type case.

DerUbermench said:
looks like the Otterbox Defender is available. Just ordered it.
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Wow, that will make this phone HUGE...
but you'll certainly be well protected
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liquidxnitez said:
I don't have any problems with the USB cover at all. :shrug: I squish it up and use the edge of my nail to pop it open.
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I don't have nails... Bite them. (hey don't judge, it stops me from smoking )
When i push it up, the gray rubber pushes up towards the screen... you can actually see it separate from the black plastic part of the case...
I'll likely just cut it off.
I really wanted a Speck case, but they only had them in white(not a fan) and a crazy purple & blue thing (REALLY not a fan)