Video Review: PDAir ALUMINUM METAL case - Nexus S Accessories

Hi guys,
Got my hands on the PDAir Aluminum metal case for my Nexus. This is a one piece aluminum case, the construction and quality of materials is fantastic, feels great in the hand and looks awesome. I was surprised by the 28$ price point as it definitely feels of higher quality. Cutouts and ports are easily accessible and the case offers mid to average level of protection. On the down side, the locking hinge is a little weak and protrudes just a tad bit, the case could've been perfect had this been remedied.
Watch the full review below:

Not my cup if tea.
I think it is too thick.

mr_recordman said:
Not my cup if tea.
I think it is too thick.
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Not too bad honestly, certainly thicker than some but still manageable. Thanks for your comment!

Awesome review, i love them

too shiny, looks cheap.

Looks cheap, feels nice though.

Could do with a different colour scheme...

Ugliest case I've ever seen.

tatwamasi said:
Ugliest case I've ever seen.
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Haha, seems that's the general consensus

tatwamasi said:
Ugliest case I've ever seen.
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I agree
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don't think this is something i'd consider using either... lol

I think paying the 100.00 insurance ded is a better option than this case. I have the incipio and its the only case i could use

Pink_berry said:
Good case!
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Me Gusta!

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Best REAL leather case?

I am looking for the best REAL leather case that anyone knows of that will be out. Or even some high quality leather case maker that you have used on another phone that you do not know if it will come out. I am tired of searching and I like the zenus but before I commit to 60+ on a case (I rarely buy cases so this is going to be the one I commit to) I would like to see all the best options and opinions
This is what I've been eyeing.....
http://www.noreve.com/langue/en/product/Samsung_Galaxy_Note_2_Tradition_leather_case.html
dthadamaja said:
This is what I've been eyeing.....
http://www.noreve.com/langue/en/product/Samsung_Galaxy_Note_2_Tradition_leather_case.html
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Mannnn that is prettty
man, if I could just get that next model:
http://www.noreve.com/langue/en/product/Samsung_Galaxy_Note_2_Tradition_B_leather_case.html
without the snap closure, I would be a happy man. That case looks perfect.
Wish I could find one that for the card slots had a clear cover for one so I can stick my license in it, and have it be visible.
I have this one and very happy with it : w ww.pdair.com/index.php/leather-case-for-samsung-galaxy-note-ii-n7100-flip-type-black-1.html (sorry link restriction for new member prevent to post a working link)
I just order the Spigen Valentinus case in Vintage brown. w ww.amazon.com/SPIGEN-SGP-Valentinus-Protection-International/dp/B009ZG8DZ4/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1352127399&sr=8-6&keywords=spigen+note+2 (New member restriction)
I was also interested in the Zenus case but didn't like the "accents" on the front. There is also Puhama case (Expensive Handmade) ww w.etsy.com/listing/111843451/hc10-hand-stitched-handmade-personalized?ref=sr_gallery_19&ga_search_query=note+2+leather&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_search_type=all
Or ww w.etsy.com/listing/111936832/hc20-hand-stitched-handmade-personalized?ref=sr_gallery_9&ga_search_query=note+2+leather&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=US&ga_page=2&ga_search_type=all
Then you have the ones from China.. Ebay obviously has a lot. This is one of the few that stood out to me ww w.ebay.com/itm/Brown-Deluxe-Leather-Card-Stand-Flip-Wallet-Case-for-Samsung-Galaxy-Note-2-N7100-/130792440457?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item1e73d64289
Be warned with that last one, it has a magnet clasp, I was going to tear out the magnet and install a snap if I had purchased the case. I did not want to wait for it to arrive from China though.
Once the Spigen case gets here I will do a review and upload a couple photos. (New member restrictions permitting :laugh: )
Apparently I am no good at searching since I have never seen any of these except the pdair and spigen
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No real leather case in recent years I think. Also, it is not a trend. Better get a plastic cover for the case!!
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Then you have the ones from China.. Ebay obviously has a lot. This is one of the few that stood out to me www.ebay.com/itm/Brown-Deluxe-Leath...440457?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item1e73d64289
Be warned with that last one, it has a magnet clasp, I was going to tear out the magnet and install a snap if I had purchased the case. I did not want to wait for it to arrive from China though.
Once the Spigen case gets here I will do a review and upload a couple photos. (New member restrictions permitting :laugh: )
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You know, that one is really nice and for the price seems like a decent buy. Thank you...
Itchiee said:
You know, that one is really nice and for the price seems like a decent buy. Thank you...
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No problem, just another forewarning that it has a magnetic clasp system. It might affect the screen, creating a dead spot while in the case. Not too sure if it can cause permanent issues just know there was a thread going around warning about the issues with magnet cases. I'm also assuming for that price that its faux leather, just another aspect of the case to bear in mind. Other than that it does look pretty nice :good:
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No problem, just another forewarning that it has a magnetic clasp system. It might affect the screen, creating a dead spot while in the case. Not too sure if it can cause permanent issues just know there was a thread going around warning about the issues with magnet cases. I'm also assuming for that price that its faux leather, just another aspect of the case to bear in mind. Other than that it does look pretty nice :good:
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Yeah, my hope is the magnet is too weak to cause issues.
This will be my theme park case so I can consolidate my wallet and phone into one.
And for the price I won't mind if it takes some damage unlike the cases that are 4-5x as much.
Let us know about the one you ordered, that can be my professional case... lol
HOw about this one?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/251177131106?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
Freaking expensive though
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HOw about this one?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/251177131106?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
Freaking expensive though
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I am liking this case... Hmmmm...
I ordered this one. Waiting for it to arrive. I ordered vintage sable. http://www.noreve.com/langue/en/product/Samsung_Galaxy_Note_2_Tradition_B_leather_case.html
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Make a look to http://stores.ebay.com.au/EASECASE/Galaxy-Note2-N7100-/_i.html?_fsub=5737177018
Easecase produce custom-made Leather cases (different designes and colors, different closures etc.) - I had two of them for two different phones. Always a good quality
I have the zenus lettering case: http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/zenus-ma...ote-2-lettering-diary-series-brown-p36742.htm
Whilst its a bit on the expensive side, the quality is outstanding. Feels great in the hand as well as providing good protection. Looks amazing
YungAnh said:
HOw about this one?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/251177131106?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
Freaking expensive though
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Check out the price on this one (same seller):
w ww.ebay.com/itm/Initials-service-Handmade-leather-case-cover-pouch-for-Samsung-Galaxy-Note2-/251170591218
Super freaking expensive. And a bit too bulky.
zpiders said:
I have the zenus lettering case: http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/zenus-ma...ote-2-lettering-diary-series-brown-p36742.htm
Whilst its a bit on the expensive side, the quality is outstanding. Feels great in the hand as well as providing good protection. Looks amazing
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so does having cards in that case scratch the screen?
ps2gamer02 said:
so does having cards in that case scratch the screen?
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Wanting to know the answer to this as well
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zpiders said:
I have the zenus lettering case: http://www.mobilefun.co.uk/zenus-ma...ote-2-lettering-diary-series-brown-p36742.htm
Whilst its a bit on the expensive side, the quality is outstanding. Feels great in the hand as well as providing good protection. Looks amazing
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so i decided to say screw it an order the deep khaki color of that case

Best "grippy" case???

I've got the Case-Mate Tough Case and even though it has the little bump pattern on it it's way too slippery... it's not rubbery feeling like it looks in the pictures...
And I've spent the better part of a week reading reviews and searching and can't find a good answer... So what's the best case for GRIP? Preferably it should give decent protection, not be too big (I don't want something like the huge Otterbox or Seidio Active) and have a lip on the front to protect the screen.. other than that I just want it to actually be GRIPPY!!! This phone is huge (it's awesome, but huge) and I really need some grippiness on the back so that I can one-hand it... I've looked at the Aegis, Ballistic, UAG and others but there are mixed reviews as to the actual feel of the outside. I want something that I can lay it in my hand at a slight angle and it won't just slide off... The Case-Mate really checks all the boxes except for the fact that it's just so dang slippery!!
So if you've personally got a case/used one that you find exhibits exceptional "grippability" then toss a dog a bone and hook me up..
Thanks everyone..
(and if you're in the market for a Case-Mate Tough case then I'll make ya a deal....although it's prolly not worth the shipping..lol)
Not sure but I use a Body Glove and its pretty grippy around the sides (not so on the flat back tho). I remember hearing of some adhesive kind of like Flygrip but cheaper kind of like tape/sticker which you could apply to all kinds of different things altho they made some specifically for phones and other devices to give you a better grip .
First off I'll take that case mate if you're in North America definitely not worth the shipping otherwise. Anyway I would assume any tpu case is as grippy as you're going to get but there's a protection trade-off obviously. You could try getting a flygrip or a sling grip. I have the fly on my otterbox/zl setup and it's definitely the best one handed solution I just feel super nerdy using it lol.
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Not sure but I use a Body Glove and its pretty grippy around the sides (not so on the flat back tho). I remember hearing of some adhesive kind of like Flygrip but cheaper kind of like tape/sticker which you could apply to all kinds of different things altho they made some specifically for phones and other devices to give you a better grip .
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Yeah, I thought about getting some of that tape stuff but somehow putting tape on a $500 phone just feels wrong.. but I may have to resort to it...lol
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First off I'll take that case mate if you're in North America definitely not worth the shipping otherwise. Anyway I would assume any tpu case is as grippy as you're going to get but there's a protection trade-off obviously. You could try getting a flygrip or a sling grip. I have the fly on my otterbox/zl setup and it's definitely the best one handed solution I just feel super nerdy using it lol.
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PM me if you really want the Case-Mate, I'll prolly keep it until I find something better though, it's slippery but at least it's protected when it falls.. And yeah, I had a Fly Grip, but I made the mistake of selling it with the phone I had at the time, plus I pocket this slab of a phone and I'm not sure I could handle the extra bump on the back...
No rush I'm just a case hoarder lol. If you find something else hit me up.
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Will do buddy....
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Perhaps take a look at the Ballistic SG http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2198655
Optimistic Pessimist said:
Perhaps take a look at the Ballistic SG http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2198655
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One of the few that's actually described as being grippy, that may be the ticket... haha.. thanks
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I don't think anything comes close to a cheap gel rubber case for sheer grippines. There are any number of brands that can be had for 4 bucks shipped and I keep one around for when I want to sit and read manga.
They suck for sliding in and out of a tight pocket though. There is a point of being too grippy.
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I don't think anything comes close to a cheap gel rubber case for sheer grippines. There are any number of brands that can be had for 4 bucks shipped and I keep one around for when I want to sit and read manga.
They suck for sliding in and out of a tight pocket though. There is a point of being too grippy.
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I went ahead and got a cheapo rubber/silicone case from Ebay.. I figure I can't go wrong trying it when it cost <$6 shipped...
I have this case in black (also a couple of other colors). It has grippy ribbing on the sides and the Android logo on the back is matte ... overall a reasonable balance between grip and something that will go in and out of your pocket.
http://www.cruzerlite.com/cases/sam...dified-a2-tpu-case-for-samsung-galaxy-note-ii
I just got this one off ebay I like it so far the black lines are the grips lol.
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I have this case in black (also a couple of other colors). It has grippy ribbing on the sides and the Android logo on the back is matte ... overall a reasonable balance between grip and something that will go in and out of your pocket.
http://www.cruzerlite.com/cases/sam...dified-a2-tpu-case-for-samsung-galaxy-note-ii
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Does that case have any kind of lip on the front so you can lay the phone on it's screen and it won't touch the surface? I couldn't tell from the pics on that site?
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Have you looked at the Case-mate Pop case? This is probably my favorite case I own. It has rubber grips on both sides of the case, and on the lip in the front. I think this may be what you are looking for.
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ericrangel76 said:
Have you looked at the Case-mate Pop case? This is probably my favorite case I own. It has rubber grips on both sides of the case, and on the lip in the front. I think this may be what you are looking for.
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All yhe reviews on that thing say the kickstand is a POS... is it really that bad?.. I probably wouldn't use it but it would kinda suck if I broke it the 1st time I used it... what's your thoughts on it?
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The best grippy case and most protective case you will find is I Face case
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blakjak220 said:
All yhe reviews on that thing say the kickstand is a POS... is it really that bad?.. I probably wouldn't use it but it would kinda suck if I broke it the 1st time I used it... what's your thoughts on it?
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The kickstand is kind of hard to use but I hardly ever use it. Honestly that wasn't one of the reasons why I decided to buy the case. I had one of these cases on my BlackBerry Bold 9900 before I bought my GN2. I like that my phone feels solid in my hand, it's not too bulky, it's easy to put on/take off and it offers great protection. I already had one drop when my GN2 fell out of my jacket pocket from about three feet to asphalt and the only wrong was my case had a small scough mark. I like the case. This is just my opinion.
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Does that case have any kind of lip on the front so you can lay the phone on it's screen and it won't touch the surface? I couldn't tell from the pics on that site?
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Yes, the case has a raised lip around the screen. The lip will keep the screen off a flat surface like a table; it is a significant lip. There are many pictures of this case in the thread where people are showing photos of their cases. Here is a youtube.com video that is pretty good.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IA2SlvLq4sY&feature=youtu.be
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The kickstand is kind of hard to use but I hardly ever use it. Honestly that wasn't one of the reasons why I decided to buy the case. I had one of these cases on my BlackBerry Bold 9900 before I bought my GN2. I like that my phone feels solid in my hand, it's not too bulky, it's easy to put on/take off and it offers great protection. I already had one drop when my GN2 fell out of my jacket pocket from about three feet to asphalt and the only wrong was my case had a small scough mark. I like the case. This is just my opinion.
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I honestly prolly wouldn't use the kickstand that much either... but it's good to know that it's probably not as bad as some of the reviews..
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Yes, the case has a raised lip around the screen. The lip will keep the screen off a flat surface like a table; it is a significant lip. There are many pictures of this case in the thread where people are showing photos of their cases. Here is a youtube.com video that is pretty good.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IA2SlvLq4sY&feature=youtu.be
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That looks pretty good.. may have to get one if that one from Ebay turns out to be crap..
joshm.1219 said:
First off I'll take that case mate if you're in North America definitely not worth the shipping otherwise. Anyway I would assume any tpu case is as grippy as you're going to get but there's a protection trade-off obviously. You could try getting a flygrip or a sling grip. I have the fly on my otterbox/zl setup and it's definitely the best one handed solution I just feel super nerdy using it lol.
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Yeah, I thought about getting some of that tape stuff but somehow putting tape on a $500 phone just feels wrong.. but I may have to resort to it...lol.
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I actually meant (egrips) since I had seen it recommended in another thread here
Hopefully this might be some help

Amzer Hybrid Kickstand Case for Note II

This is one of the best case I ever used . Have dropped my Note 2 many times but not a single scratch. It's a little bulky but I guess its better than damaging your phone. Looks Awesome . Worth the price :laugh:
http://www.amazon.in/Amzer-95156-Hybrid-Kickstand-Case/dp/B00A9NLD72
Wow only $15. It looks good and looks like it has a decent amount of protection. How's the quality of the case?
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Quality
kylemccracken said:
Wow only $15. It looks good and looks like it has a decent amount of protection. How's the quality of the case?
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Quality is nice. Fits perfectly on my Note 2 . :laugh:
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Quality is nice. Fits perfectly on my Note 2 . :laugh:
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I have this one. It makes the phone weigh almost 250 grams. Its inner TPU is a bit loose from some portions even after installing the outer shell. Whats more, it feels a bit uncomfortable to take it out of your pocket as the tpu kinda sticks with the pocket and the pocket comes inside out till the phone is in your hands
On the other side, it offers good fall protection and also covers the 3.5mm jack port and the usb port.
Now its upto you if you want to buy one or not...
Looks like a "knockoff" of the sedio case ive been using. Only difference seems to be the style of kickstand
gNOTE2 rolling in the north

Incipio Dual Pro Case question

I'm thinking of grabbing this case. How bulky is it? Can someone post up any pics so i can see how it looks on the G2? Thanks in advance
tiguy99 said:
I'm thinking of grabbing this case. How bulky is it? Can someone post up any pics so i can see how it looks on the G2? Thanks in advance
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Not much bulk at all compared to a few of the others I've tried. I was using the Ballistic case and switched to the Incipio Dual Pro. This feels much better in the had and is easier to get in and out of my pocket. At work right now so can't post any pics I'll try to post a couple when I get home.
I have the feather and dual pro case. I am impressed by the Incipio products. I've always been an otterbox fan, but I'm really impressed by the dual pro, feels great in your hand and not too bulky, just wish it had port covers.
I attached my pics. Love it. Best case imo.
Thanks guys. It looks really good & I'm seriously considering going with the white one. I just got my bodyguardz skin and am debating if i should return it for this case now. Decisions decisions lol
I like my cases being not slick or slippery. What is the texture like?
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It feels like matte heaven! Not slick at all. I don't think it could feel any better.
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Thanks guys. It looks really good & I'm seriously considering going with the white one. I just got my bodyguardz skin and am debating if i should return it for this case now. Decisions decisions lol
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Someone in the big thread got the white one. It stains easily. He contacted customer support and they basically shrugged him off. Told him he might be able to send it in for warranty.
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I attached my pics. Love it. Best case imo.
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Thanks for posting the pics man It really looks nice...wondering to order one for mine too.....can you share the link of it too...because I checked on Amazon but they have the white one...n white is not that much cool so do share the link of it...smart choice man...
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Thanks for posting the pics man It really looks nice...wondering to order one for mine too.....can you share the link of it too...because I checked on Amazon but they have the white one...n white is not that much cool so do share the link of it...smart choice man...
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It was hard to find and you will not like the price! - at least I didn't, I'm a cheap SOB.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Incipio-LGE...or-Lgcase-G2-Verizon-lge215blk-/331047118761?
Shipping is free though and it did come pretty fast.
It's cheaper at shop BLT, item BTE5749.
Case thickness question
I like to holster my phones. I have the Verizon OEM holster but don't like the case. The feather around the G2 fits snugly into the holster but is too bare for me and I can't locate the Dual Pro in a retail store. Does anybody know if this is substantially thicker than the feather.
pr0craztinazn said:
It's cheaper at shop BLT, item BTE5749.
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I just ordered from them last night. It's only $18.17 and shipping was free.
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I have it and love it. I consider it the middle-ground between bulky and thin. Its not too bad. Its slick and feels nice in the hand. And offers great protection for the amount of bulk it does add.
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I have it and love it. I consider it the middle-ground between bulky and thin. Its not too bad. Its slick and feels nice in the hand. And offers great protection for the amount of bulk it does add.
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This seems pretty accurate, I had the same experience.
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This seems pretty accurate, I had the same experience.
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Agreed. I could potentially see it slipping out of sweaty hands though. It's a tad slick but overall I love the case
Just got myself the Incipio Dual Pro (Verizon) after going commando for the first 4 days of my life with the G2. It just felt so delicate without a case, so I felt like I had to try something, even though I'm generally a no-case kind of guy.
Looks and feels really great, and really makes the phone feel a little more substantial and safe in the hand when you're picking it up and setting it down. I like that the outside of the shell has a little bit of slickness, but a little bit of grippiness too. It goes in and out of my pants pockets fairly easily, although the silicone top and bottom do provide a bit of resistance. I absolutely LOVE the way it covers the buttons on my Verizon version, and makes them feel so much better to find and touch.
As far as bulkiness, it makes the G2 a little thicker than I'd hoped, but that's the price I'll have to pay for having a better tactile feel in the hand, and a bit of security, especially from random bumps and bruises. Will it survive a fall? I'd say may I increased my chances of surviving a fall by 50%, but still don't have high hopes if I drop it on concrete or anything. There's just a lot of screen on the G2 to potentially not shatter it to death in the event of a fall.
I ordered it on Staples online for $22 shipped. Arrived in less than 2 days with their standing shipping method. I'm still considering picking up the Incipio Feather to see if it feels better to me, but I'm gonna ride with the Dual Pro for a while first.
I just switched from a ballistic to the dualpro and I'm loving it.
One question though, what screen protector are you guys using with it? Right now I'm using one of the cheap vzw ones but would love to find a tempered glass that fits with the case.
Thanks
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I am looking into a Dualpro and would like to know if it fits well with the iLoome Screenmate. D800 if it matters...
Anyone use a wireless charger with it on? I have the feather and I am thinking of getting this next. The Droid branded wireless charger works just fine with feather left on.
I really like the feather, its the perfect minimal case, I have had it since day one. Recently I've dropped it three times, each time it saved it! Very impressed, but I'm worried I will run out of luck, so I am considering upgrading.

REVIEW of Artech 21 Italian Leather

I was recently fortunate enough to be chosen to review a new case for the LG G4. I have been using a versus wallet case for my note 4 off and on (depending on work etc etc) so I was excited to try another wallet case!
First impressions of the case-
I received very quickly from Amazon and good packaging making sure case wasn't flattened. I think you can tell a lot about a product by shipper/seller's packaging. Very well packaged ready to go. I immediatley put my G4 (leather back edition) and it stuck like glue. I tried to get out and could not it was in there good, very good. Very impressed with the strength to hold it. Sold my leather back one and I currently now have a regular gray back one and it fits just as tight. I thought the leather one fit snugly because as you know the leather is a little thicker but both fit very tight and will not go anywhere. Leather is very nice and much better then my note 4 versus case. Feel is superb and it even smells like real leather!!!! Very impressive! Onto a little pro/con list for the Artech21 Full Leather Case.
Pros:
Feel of leather (best feel of a leather case)
Quality of leather (best leather on a phone case I have seen)
Stitching (some of the best I have seen)
Clasp (best I have seen, very small yet sturdy and hides away when case open unlike others)
Cons:
Cutouts by camera/volume buttons (short explanation needed here imo, just a little funky looking does not effect case or functionality just worth mentioning, could just be because it was one of the first produced)
Top/Bottom bezels are exposed (can't complain a whole lot here as my versus case on my note 4 is the same way and haven't seen another wallet case that is enclosed completely)
Neither are deal breakers
A few photos to show quality and color of it.
Personally I love the tan color some may not as they also offer a nice vintage brown (very dark color)
This photo shows the cutouts off center a tad around power/volume buttons
A look of it laying flat and the little strong clasp
Close up of clasp
Ignore the dust on the screen, my new screen protector isn't here yet lol
Notice the quality difference in the leather, Artech is much higher and not cheap like versus
Notice both are open at both ends. In a perfect world it would be closed all the way around the bezels
Notice how with the tiny clasp it sits flat compared to the versus note 4 case which will not lay flat
Amazon Link:
http://www.amazon.com/Artech-21-Pre...qid=1433632855&sr=8-1&keywords=artech+case+g4
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Thanks for thorough the review and good pics. Were you able to assess how well the wallet component of the case worked; does is close properly when filled with credit cards/id/cash?
So ugly.
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ambervals6 said:
So ugly.
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You're talking about a leather accessory in a forum for a phone with a leather back. So...
This leather craze is getting out of control. Feels like we're going to put on our cowboy boots and conquer the west.
atljatl said:
Thanks for thorough the review and good pics. Were you able to assess how well the wallet component of the case worked; does is close properly when filled with credit cards/id/cash?
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I did not as I use my wallet case as just a case lol I know I know that's probably dumb to use a wallet case then huh?
ambervals6 said:
So ugly.
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Really? You think so? I like the looks of both my leather cases and the real shortfall is the junk g4 leather plastic feeling back
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Haha so true
06stang said:
This leather craze is getting out of control. Feels like we're going to put on our cowboy boots and conquer the west.
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Haha relax man isn't getting that bad
atljatl said:
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oneandroidnut said:
Really? You think so? I like the looks of both my leather cases and the real shortfall is the junk g4 leather plastic feeling back
Haha so true
Haha relax man isn't getting that bad
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Yes still ugly.
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When people need a leather case to accompany their leather backed phone, they're a hat away from being Billy the Kid
06stang said:
When people need a leather case to accompany their leather backed phone, they're a hat away from being Billy the Kid
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Mine doesnt have a leather back though!
ambervals6 said:
So ugly.
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sorry , we will improve our design , please let me know how
oneandroidnut said:
Mine doesnt have a leather back though!
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i have no idea why you put the full grain leather case together with PU Leather ,
Verus is over priced as they used PU
carolineOHIO said:
i have no idea why you put the full grain leather case together with PU Leather ,
Verus is over priced as they used PU
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just comparing similar wallet cases
Just a note, when I received my case, the bezel is covered all the way around. I got the darker version, so not sure if it was a design change or variation. I'll be doing my review sometime soon.
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How would you describe the quality of the leather/product as a whole?
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combsco said:
Just a note, when I received my case, the bezel is covered all the way around. I got the darker version, so not sure if it was a design change or variation. I'll be doing my review sometime soon.
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Oh really? I can't wait to see some photos of it then!! I should have got that one!
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Premium high quality leather much better then my pu leather versus case
Here's a picture or two
Shows the full cover around the phone bottom, it's the same up top too.
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Shows the full cover around the phone bottom, it's the same up top too.
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interesting. Are the sides of that tpu relatively soft or is the whole thing very rigid?
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Shows the full cover around the phone bottom, it's the same up top too.
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wow i am selling my g4 but i want one of these for my note 4 now!

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