Gel or TPU Case - Nook Color Accessories

I just received my Nook Color and would like to find a Gel or TPU case. After trying about 6 different cases for my Droid X I have found these cases are about the best.

I use the silicone(gel?) case from B&N and it works well, fit could be a bit better though.

Tpu by far. Gel does nothing but get stretched and collect lint.
TPU cases are awesome!
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Best slim hardshell case?

Can you guys rec any good slim hardshell cases for the Note2? There are tons of them out there but I'd like to buy something that is good.
What are you folks using?
Thanks!
Aegis imo
Nilkin is the best I think because it has some texture. Elago is nice but it is still too slippery.
Aluminium mesh hard covers are the best imo
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com.au/viewitem?itemId=281031604372&index=0&nav=SEARCH&nid=17280933679
Lots of nice pictures of all colors and angles here : http://www.tvc-mall.com/details/Met...-Galaxy-Note-2-II-N7100-Silver-MHC-N7100-47B/
Personally I like a case that comes over the edges a little to give that little bit of drop protection. The cruise line cases with the big android on the back are nice and firm. They are also thin.
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metal slim has sandy texture
Best slim hardshell case
jarablue said:
Can you guys rec any good slim hardshell cases for the Note2? There are tons of them out there but I'd like to buy something that is good.
What are you folks using?
Thanks!
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I recommend SEIDIO's SURFACE. I bought mine with a clip holster from Amazon.Very slim and has a kickstand that works in landscape mode.
Seidio BD2-HR3SSGT2K-GR SURFACE Case with Metal Kickstand and Holster Combo for Samsung Galaxy Note 2
How about capdase alumor, anybody tried it? Its an alumor hardcase with silicon innercase.
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Looking for a silicone or rubber slip on case for the nook HD+

Just bought the HD+, running cm10 from sdcard and now I need to get rolling on accessories. Anyone turn up a slip on case? I'm not really into the leather trapperkeeper style.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2111304
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2111304
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That is a TPU case. It is flexible but is more of a hard rubber type case. I could not find ANY soft silicone cases for the Nook HD+. There are a couple of decal type skins out there which applies on like the wet type screen protector. Don't know how well they protect. I'd go with the TPU if it's between the two.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2111304
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I got the tpu case in today. Seems like shipping took forever. I give the case about a 7/10. Closest I could find to black was a smoke color. Its kind of a clear gray color. It fits, loosely. The sides are not very tight. Its not gonna fall off the tablet but its easy to roll the case off the sides with your thumbs. I can't speak for the drop protection, seems like it might be OK. Sure makes it easier to grip, and not bulky like the leather trapper keeper style cases.
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aeidian said:
I got the tpu case in today. Seems like shipping took forever. I give the case about a 7/10. Closest I could find to black was a smoke color. Its kind of a clear gray color. It fits, loosely. The sides are not very tight. Its not gonna fall off the tablet but its easy to roll the case off the sides with your thumbs. I can't speak for the drop protection, seems like it might be OK. Sure makes it easier to grip, and not bulky like the leather trapper keeper style cases.
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Mine just came today. I found out that the same thing was listed on amazon by the sameguy for a couple of dollars cheaper (not that it was expensive to begin with). Same impression as you, it is loose and not that tight. Don't like the bottom where there is one very long opening for the sd card slot and data connector. Makes things very loose down there. Definitely less bulk than my cover, good for home use, but I would put on my cover whentaking it with me somewhere.
Silicone Case
I know this is an old thread but since it was pertinent...
I got the Poetic GraphGrip Silicone Case in black for my HD+. Fits well but does add a bit more bulk, mainly thickness wise, than other silicone covers I've used on other devices. The square graph pattern is pronounced. Edges and back are well protected. Seems like it will be great protection in anything but a flat fall directly on the screen. This is the only silicone sleeve I can find. I wish there was one without the graph pattern.
I have a folio type cover but will likely only use that if traveling. I prefer to use a dedicated stand at the desk or tabletop and so need protection on the device like this in combination with a zipper sleeve or bag for carrying.
liasom said:
I know this is an old thread but since it was pertinent...
I got the Poetic GraphGrip Silicone Case in black for my HD+. Fits well but does add a bit more bulk, mainly thickness wise, than other silicone covers I've used on other devices. The square graph pattern is pronounced. Edges and back are well protected. Seems like it will be great protection in anything but a flat fall directly on the screen. This is the only silicone sleeve I can find. I wish there was one without the graph pattern.
I have a folio type cover but will likely only use that if traveling. I prefer to use a dedicated stand at the desk or tabletop and so need protection on the device like this in combination with a zipper sleeve or bag for carrying.
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I also purchased the Poetic Graph Grip Silicone case for the same reasons, and I'm glad I did. Some people complained that the bottom is loose but I do not see that, it has cut outs for the power cord and the memory card slot so when accessing the ports it will flex a little but it's definitely not loose. I found this sleeve on amazon that fits perfectly with the case.
http://www.amazon.com/Mivizu-Sleeve...e+for+Apple+iPad+5,+Amazon+Kindle+Fire+HD+8.9
The outside is nylon and feels very well made. The sleeve's height is spot on and only leaves about .75 extra space for the width.

Slim case that actually stays on the phone?

Question about those with slim cases. I have noticed that most of the slim cases are not snug at all four corners. I have two right now, the ringke slim and the elago slim, and both have issues that prevent me from using them.
The elago case doesn't fit snugly at the bottom right or left corner. It is very easy to press it off of the phone. The ringke doesn't fit well at all and when I pick the phone up the sides flex in and creak. That drives me nuts.
I'm looking for a slim hard case that actually fits well. It doesn't have to be paper thin, but I want it to actually fit snugly and almost be a challenge to remove. I am sort of anal about my cases and these kind of fitment issues drive me nuts.
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Case-mate Tough (REVIEW) and Case-mate Pop! (REVIEW) will fit that category. Tough is ridiculously slim yet made of two layers, while Pop! is a molded two layers and to hard to remove that you need to push on the camera. Based on your description - those are definitely two cases!
Check out the Case Mate barely there case
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I have the Speck Candyshell and I'm mostly satisfied with it (still searching for the right case). It's 1 piece, hard plastic along all edges, covers all 4 corners, and fits snug. It is slim given the 2 layer protection (plastic and silicone). Two things make me unhappy with it: 1) it has no grip and very slippery; 2) the black plastic shows every scratch (its also available in pink, which probably hides scratches better).
I may try the case below since it's similar to the Candyshell.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2163293
Thanks for the suggestions. So far I haven't been able to find one I really like. It seems like most companies are trying to go so thin that they aren't making a case that fits well.
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Spigen SGP slim case. It fits very tightly (no moving or creaking), covers most of corner areas and comes with a great Spigen screen protector. Only $20.
Thanks, I just ordered the Spigen. I will see how it feels. I couldn't stand the elago, the corners would almost slide off with no effort. I'm used to a very strong click when a case pops into place, and that case not moving unless I basically pry it off.
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I use a Mercury pink case I got from Amazon, which is slim and snug. The right corner is exposed, but it doesn't interfere with the phone staying in place at all. There's different colors sold separately or two sold together.
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Get this case! Fits slim and great, great feel and decent protection. Very slim and pretty good grip. I have gotten 4 cases and this one easily wins hands down. $20 may seem a bit steep, but it is well built and you won't regret it!
I do not have 10 posts yet, so may not post an outside link... But it is the samsung protective bumper cover case plus for note 2... Look it up on amazon
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chrisjm00 said:
I'm looking for a slim hard case that actually fits well. It doesn't have to be paper thin, but I want it to actually fit snugly and almost be a challenge to remove. I am sort of anal about my cases and these kind of fitment issues drive me nuts.
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I own several cases now, but sometimes cheap and simple ends up beating the rest. The one I use more often is still the X-Line TPU. It is ridiculously cheap but a very tight fit and with a very good texture that really gives extra grip. It also looks pretty good, which is surprising for cheap TPUs. I strongly recommend it.
4.4/5 at nearly 60 amazon reviews.
chrisjm00 said:
Question about those with slim cases. I have noticed that most of the slim cases are not snug at all four corners. I have two right now, the ringke slim and the elago slim, and both have issues that prevent me from using them.
The elago case doesn't fit snugly at the bottom right or left corner. It is very easy to press it off of the phone. The ringke doesn't fit well at all and when I pick the phone up the sides flex in and creak. That drives me nuts.
I'm looking for a slim hard case that actually fits well. It doesn't have to be paper thin, but I want it to actually fit snugly and almost be a challenge to remove. I am sort of anal about my cases and these kind of fitment issues drive me nuts.
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This is a good, snug, and fairly slim TPU case that I got after trying and returning the Ringke and others: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009WDWBH6/ref=oh_details_o09_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It comes in several colors also.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009YRQNZ6/
I picked up that case last week, and have been using it ever since. It's very snug on the phone, but still easy to get on or off as needed. The holes line up perfectly, it's very comfortable to hold, plenty grippy, and looks much nicer than the $3 price tag. Back is a bit of a fingerprint magnet, but not a terrible lint collector. Doesn't add much bulk to the phone at all.
Six Abundant case
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I have one of those ultra thin 0.5mm cases that's almost not like having a case at all. I don't ever drop my phone, but prefer to run one of these cases to prevent scratches on the phone. Best of all, it's under $2 shipped, and doesn't have any open edges, which makes it stay on the phone very well.
I can't post links due to post count, but just search on ebay for, "Black Ultra Thin Semi Clear Plastic Cover Case Samsung Galaxy Note 2"
I use the elago G6 slim case and I absolutely love it.
I've never had a problem with it popping off and I'm not overly gentle with it. Everyone uses their phone differently and it obviously didn't work for the OP, but I just wanted to stick up for it a little bit.

LF Soft/Rubbery Case

I'm looking for recommendations on soft/rubbery cases with a minimal build. I found a few online but no reviews yet and I really need a case with a good grip. Hard, poly carbonate cases were too slick for me and didn't feel good in the hand. I had a good rubber case for my G2 a couple years back but I can't remember the brand. Thanks in advance.
*edit: Wouldn't mind a gel case either if on par with a rubbery case's grip.
http://www.amazon.com/Case-Diztroni...id=1433334226&sr=1-2&keywords=lg+g4+diztronic
beautiful case. Do you know of a similar one that fits the leather back?
Spigen has some nice TPU cases, if that's what you're asking for. They SAY that it doesn't fit leather backs, but some on the forums here have tried those cases and it seems to be fine.
http://www.ebay.com/usr/buyeasy-uk2
sideone said:
beautiful case. Do you know of a similar one that fits the leather back?
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I got a Tech 21 Tactical case and it fits the leather back. Got it from the T-Mobile Store.
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Tikerz said:
I got a Tech 21 Tactical case and it fits the leather back. Got it from the T-Mobile Store.
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My clear Vena case is pretty good. Has a nice camera cutout.
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Any good cases left?

So my hula bumper case is dead it finally cracked up and isn't useful. Unfortunately you can't find them anymore and given the age of this still decent device I can't seem to find a good case ...any recommendations?
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If you don't mind a full case, check out the ones from iblason. I got a slick solid black (non-yellowing) tpu and it's sturdy (tested) with good button feedback, not to mention you still have the dimple.
However, the logo above the noise reduction mic is pretty gross, but, on black, duct tape will do.
Amazon has a pretty good selection. I-blason, the different otterbox selections and two different styles from Supcase. I have the Supcase Unicorn Beetle heavy duty case with belt clip. It's basically equivalent to the Otter Box defender, but more fitted to the rounded back. I think it's probably as protective as the Otter Box, but significantly more shapely and form fitting.
Yeah those are nice classes I will probably go with one of those ...I just wish there were more bumper cases the hula one I had was perfect
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