I received my Otterbox Commuter Case for the Nook Color yesterday. I have had some time to play around with it and I must say that it feels very "defended" against other stuff that wouldnt of taken your NC near without the case. The only complaint I have about it is the flap that covers the Power/USB port is a little flimsy. Im afraid I am going to break it off opening it. The case has a rubber bottom with a plastic outer shell. Overall it is very nice!
If I may ask, where did you find the otterbox and what does it cost? I use my nook everywhere and could use some serious protection.
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I received my Otterbox Commuter Case for the Nook Color yesterday. I have had some time to play around with it and I must say that it feels very "defended" against other stuff that wouldnt of taken your NC near without the case. The only complaint I have about it is the flap that covers the Power/USB port is a little flimsy. Im afraid I am going to break it off opening it. The case has a rubber bottom with a plastic outer shell. Overall it is very nice!
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I am using the Trident Case which I believe is similar to the Otterbox. The one thing I don't like about it is that the silicon rubber part of the case attracts dust and lint like a magnet attracts iron. Are you seeing the same problem with the Otterbox?
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I am using the Trident Case which I believe is similar to the Otterbox. The one thing I don't like about it is that the silicon rubber part of the case attracts dust and lint like a magnet attracts iron. Are you seeing the same problem with the Otterbox?
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I've bee using the Commuter case since late June and I have minimal problems with lint. A little gets on there, but it wipes off easy.
Moshe5368 said:
If I may ask, where did you find the otterbox and what does it cost? I use my nook everywhere and could use some serious protection.
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I got mine from the Otterbox Website and it costs me $50 after shipping and all.
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I am using the Trident Case which I believe is similar to the Otterbox. The one thing I don't like about it is that the silicon rubber part of the case attracts dust and lint like a magnet attracts iron. Are you seeing the same problem with the Otterbox?
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I havent had any of those issues with mine. But the outer case has a hard plastic cover so that might be why I am not having any issues.
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I've bee using the Commuter case since late June and I have minimal problems with lint. A little gets on there, but it wipes off easy.
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Yup, Are you having any issues of thinking that the cover for the power port might rip off?
It has actually been fairly robust. Much better than the one on Seidio case for my EVO. It tore off. I have not had any issues with the Otterbox on my NC.
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It has actually been fairly robust. Much better than the one on Seidio case for my EVO. It tore off. I have not had any issues with the Otterbox on my NC.
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Thats good to know. I hope I dont have the issue, but if I do, I guess I will just have to get over it.
Love it
I LOVE my otterbox commuter case!
I paid around $35 for mine from Amazon about 3 months ago...worth every penny.
It makes the NC feel twice as heavy but in a really good way. Not to mention the very pleasing rugged esthetics. I have another otterbox commuter for my CDMA HTC Hero; it's about a year and a half old but when i take the phone out of the case it still looks as new as the day I bought it from Sprint!
The only thing I see that the TRIDENT may have an advantage over the Otterbox is that it seems the Trident case has a little rubber flap for access to the SD card -- which the otterbox doesn't. You need to completely remove the otterbox to gain access to the SD. It will be a personal preference though, it doesn't bother me a bit because I've never removed the card since I loaded CM7 into the internal memory.
Long Story Short ... GO FOR IT! (and no I don't work for them, I just really like em
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I LOVE my otterbox commuter case!
I paid around $35 for mine from Amazon about 3 months ago...worth every penny.
It makes the NC feel twice as heavy but in a really good way. Not to mention the very pleasing rugged esthetics. I have another otterbox commuter for my CDMA HTC Hero; it's about a year and a half old but when i take the phone out of the case it still looks as new as the day I bought it from Sprint!
The only thing I see that the TRIDENT may have an advantage over the Otterbox is that it seems the Trident case has a little rubber flap for access to the SD card -- which the otterbox doesn't. You need to completely remove the otterbox to gain access to the SD. It will be a personal preference though, it doesn't bother me a bit because I've never removed the card since I loaded CM7 into the internal memory.
Long Story Short ... GO FOR IT! (and no I don't work for them, I just really like em
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The only reason I really need access to my SD Card slot is to make it bootable, other than that, i use Dropbox to transfer files & apks.
Just a little update. I have had the case for a good two months now and have loved every minute of using it. I use my NC is school every day and people always ask to see it. With the case on it, I don't have any issues with letting others hold it (everyone just wants to play Angry Birds anyways). I said when I first got it that I wouldn't use the screen protector that came with it but I have had it installed for about 6 weeks and it looks good as new. My Nook gets thrown around inside my bookbag and the case and screen protector make it to where I don't have any issues just throwing it into my bookbag. Overall i have been very pleased and will likely purchase another Otterbox case for the next phone I get.
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The only reason I really need access to my SD Card slot is to make it bootable, other than that, i use Dropbox to transfer files & apks.
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FYI - There is an awesome app called NookColorUMS that can mount the boot partition so that a Windows machine can access the Boot Partition via USB while the SD is sill in the NC. Haven't pulled the SD in months.
Only caveats:
1- Must remember to "eject" the SD before unplugging the USB
2- May just be a win7 issue...have to open the SD as a portable device in order to write to it... win7 poorly documented "feature" - took me forever to figure this out
I now use the Simba Fileshare app. It does the same thing just wirelessly, Thanks though!
can you tell us supplier
How much thickness do these ottebrox and trident cases add? Im a little hesistant as the website states the thickness goes up to 18mm from 12 but is it noticeable in day to day use?
Thickness is noticeable but worth it imo. I have the Trident cases. There are $24 at meretline.com.
I used to love Otterbox but they are overpriced (unless you find a good sale) imo.
Same with Siedio.
I had to return 3 Otterbox's for my EVO due to poor design.
Otterbox is living on reputation at this point imo.
Does anyone know where I can get a otterbox for Nook Color? Amazon currently has a 3-4 months wait. Does the original Nook case work from otterbox?
p.s, I know this thread is old. But trying to stay on topic.
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Does anyone know where I can get a otterbox for Nook Color? Amazon currently has a 3-4 months wait. Does the original Nook case work from otterbox?
p.s, I know this thread is old. But trying to stay on topic.
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You might be able to find one on Google / eBay... I have seen then at my local BooksAMillion store.
No, the Otterbox for the Nook (original/not Nook Color) will not work. It is the wrong shape.
The trident cases are a pretty good alternative, however I am pretty happy with the Otterbox currently on my NC.
thanks, but none BAM in the west coast. I seen some online for $50+ which is not worth it. Because the NC is just little over $100.
When I get some extra money hopefully I can buy one
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Pretty new here, just thought I'd weigh in on this one. I've been using otterboxes for my Droid Incredibles (1&2) for a couple years and I've been thinking about getting one for my nook. They are awesome BUT the one thing that has stopped me so far is I tend to actually take my devices out with me, everything from work to camping and the otterboxes (as someone has mentioned) absolutely EAT fine dust. When I was landscaping I would have to take my droid out of the otterbox every night and thoroughly clean it, right down to removing the battery plate and I'm pretty sure I've lost some reception capability from the antenna contacts getting worn by the dust. Now of course the nook isn't going to be riding on the mower but it was such a problem with my droid that I just gave up on the cases entirely.
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I've searched but I couldn't seem to find a thread, I'm wondering what cases do all you guys have? I just got the hero and I want to protect it, especially the screen. So who has what and who likes what?
Here is some good reviews of the most popular cases.
http://androidforums.com/sprint-htc-hero/49725-bodyglove-vs-otterbox-vs-seido-innocase.html
I use the bodyglove case. I like the way it looks and feels, but do have 2 complaints:
1. When typing in portrait mode, it is hard for my to hit the keys at the edges of the screen (so i normally type in landscape mode, lol!)
2. If you DO happen to drop your phone, sometimes this case pops open. That being said, I've not had my phone damaged when this has happened, but you still should be aware.
I plan on trying the otterbox myself, just to see if it is better, but for the most part I am completely happy with the bodyglove.
I have thew rubber case they sell in the sprint store. i cut the edge's of on the screen part due to not being able to hit the edge of the screen like tejasrichard mentioned with his case
anybody try one of those TPU (thermo plastic) cases they are like silicone ones but i guess way more sturdy and repel dust im interested only one place has em for our heros so im assuming they are pretty new to the market
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0030C4IXK/ref=oss_product
A little pricey for a case but I love it. Great fit and function. Fits perfectly, no complaints.
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anybody try one of those TPU (thermo plastic) cases they are like silicone ones but i guess way more sturdy and repel dust im interested only one place has em for our heros so im assuming they are pretty new to the market
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A buddy of mine has one for his blackberry. I dont think he liked it.
I have the body glove case, and absolutely love it. i switched from the HTC silicon rubber case to it, and have not looked back. love the integrated belt clip. gives full body protection to the Hero, except it does not protect the screen from scratches... but you should have no worries there since it is glass. hth
linky
http://www.amazon.com/Body-Glove-Elements-Snap-removable/dp/B002YLELMG
Has anyone compared the otterbox impact and commuter series? Is the commuter series suppose to be more rugged? I can get the commuter series from newegg for the same price as the impact normally is. Reading their descriptions on the otterbox website aren't very helpful in differentiating the series. The commuter is a hard shell where the impact is a soft one right?
Seidio Innocase II combo. Absolutely love it. Adds almost no bulk to the phone at all.
http://www.seidioonline.com/product-p/bd2-hl3csr3hhrs-bk.htm
It comes in other colors too.
Otterbox
It's a little bulky, yeah, but it has a good feel to it. Also, Hero took a trip into the hot tub again (survived once with no case) with the Otterbox on and there was almost no water inside the battery area when I pulled it out. Phone still works!
i dont know if to get the outterbox one or the Seidio Innocase II combo
i have the body glove already but its too fat
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i dont know if to get the outterbox one or the Seidio Innocase II combo
i have the body glove already but its too fat
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Otterbox is easily 2x the size of the bodyglove...
A better question is WHERE ARE THE CUSTOM CAR MOUNTS??!?!?!?!?!!?!?
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Seidio Innocase II combo. Absolutely love it. Adds almost no bulk to the phone at all.
http://www.seidioonline.com/product-p/bd2-hl3csr3hhrs-bk.htm
It comes in other colors too.
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This is what I have, in navy blue...
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A better question is WHERE ARE THE CUSTOM CAR MOUNTS??!?!?!?!?!!?!?
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I am actually in the process of ordering parts to build a custom windshield mount. I'll post a guide when the parts all come in. (Some are coming from Hong Kong and taking a while... they were supposed to be here late this week or early next week)
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Otterbox is easily 2x the size of the bodyglove...
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really so the otterbox is bigger?
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A better question is WHERE ARE THE CUSTOM CAR MOUNTS??!?!?!?!?!!?!?
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I'm using a swiveling mount from Proclip.
The pricing is absurd, $45 just for the swivel part, you need to have a base mount to attach it to. I already had a custom base in my Honda S2000 I bought for my Garmin ($15) with the standard mounting holes. The Garmin is going to Ebay with these great new 2.1 ROMs and built in NAV.
The Proclip is well built, very functional and sturdy as hell. It works great vertically and horizontally. It DOES NOT work with a case on your Hero. I am using a no-name hard plastic clear case ($5 from the interwebs) that I snap on and off each time I get in my car.
The whole setup works so well that I am using Home++ so that I can utilize horizontal home screens while driving... Can't wait for Darch's stock build and I will switch to this.
Droid Live is my new car radio, tethered to a Sony deck with A2DP bluetooth.
Waterproof and Fully Functional Case!!!
I will be getting a new case in a couple of weeks that has yet to hit the market. It is 100% waterproof and very functional for those of you that are boaters, beach goers and pool sitters. See pic below. I will have them on eBay for $39.95 but for all of you here on XDA, it will be $30.00 + $3.00 shipping. I can invoice you via paypal or we can do the cashier check and mail thing. My eBay user name is "goulpher36" if you would like to check my feedback. You can reserve one if you send me an email and mention "XDA".
Opppsie! I read the rules after my post. Sorry...
Hi guys I have been looking a case for my HTC HD2 for awhile and on my other thread you guys suggested I get the Otterbox case for it! Which looks fantastic, but as I was researching about it I looked some reviews and a lot of people said that it was a bad case because the back plastic part brakes off when they try to take the case off.... I was just wanted to know if any of you with that case had that problem???
Thanks and please leave comments
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I have the OtterBox for 2weeks now Solid as it comes best case IMO for great protection. It is I bit bulky but hey you don't want to drop your phone with out the OtterBox You will be sorry LOL...
I use it during the week and take it off on the weekends...
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Hi guys I have been looking a case for my HTC HD2 for awhile and on my other thread you guys suggested I get the Otterbox case for it! Which looks fantastic, but as I was researching about it I looked some reviews and a lot of people said that it was a bad case because the back plastic part brakes off when they try to take the case off.... I was just wanted to know if any of you with that case had that problem???
Thanks and please leave comments
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hi ! I have a otter box cover and my clip broke, taking it off.
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hi ! I have a otter box cover and my clip broke, taking it off.
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Hmmmmm I am not sure if I should spend $30 dollars on it now, it seems a lot of people have these problems
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Hmmmmm I am not sure if I should spend $30 dollars on it now, it seems a lot of people have these problems
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get a cheap tpu ones from ebay for 5.50 bucks, works great for me...
Heronization said:
Hi guys I have been looking a case for my HTC HD2 for awhile and on my other thread you guys suggested I get the Otterbox case for it! Which looks fantastic, but as I was researching about it I looked some reviews and a lot of people said that it was a bad case because the back plastic part brakes off when they try to take the case off.... I was just wanted to know if any of you with that case had that problem???
Thanks and please leave comments
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in my experience i found that the otterbox COMMUTER case was a bad design because over time as you take off the plastic backing that goes over the silicone case, cracks begin to appear, and the cracks eventually cause the plastic backing to shatter upon removal.
the otterbox DEFENDER case on the other hand is very solidly built and provides GREAT protection, i wish i had just gotten the defender case to begin with as it offers much greater protection and i got for 30bucks off of amazon compared to the 55 from the otterbox website
i've been using defender for 7 months. once, a very, very, very tiny fragment broke off from the case, i don't know form which part.
over all, i've abused my phone a lot and the case really can stand it. imo, it's really worth it. every time i read "my screen broke", i always wonder: why this poor guy never use defender in the first place?
Heronization said:
Hi guys I have been looking a case for my HTC HD2 for awhile and on my other thread you guys suggested I get the Otterbox case for it! Which looks fantastic, but as I was researching about it I looked some reviews and a lot of people said that it was a bad case because the back plastic part brakes off when they try to take the case off.... I was just wanted to know if any of you with that case had that problem???
Thanks and please leave comments
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I've been using the defender for months and it's still in excellent condition. Clip hasn't broken and feels VERY solid. I can't imagine how someone would break that. I even use it as a stand when I'm on flights.
As for the plastic, I regularly take the case off completely when I swap batteries after long video viewings or after using the HD2 as an MP3 player when I run. No plastic has broken off from there either.
I'd have to wonder what someone was doing with it in order to break such a durable case.
+1 ^^ apallohadas
ive been using defender series for over 6months and taking it of sometimes many times a day, not a scratch on it even though it has saved my hd2 twice.
i take it of by turning up and bottom of shield in different directions and it comes of very easily.
screen cover has some scratches but nothing else.
getting new one if something too horrible happens to this one best accessory for hd2 definitely.
edit: actually 8months
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in my experience i found that the otterbox COMMUTER case was a bad design because over time as you take off the plastic backing that goes over the silicone case, cracks begin to appear, and the cracks eventually cause the plastic backing to shatter upon removal.
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Same for me, I have COMMUTER case from five month ago and the hard plastic begun to cracked, now I lost the lower part of the hard case.
Seems that otterbox is not a wise choice if it breaks this easily then. How about Pdair/Monaco Aluminium Case - anyone has experience with it?
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Seems that otterbox is not a wise choice if it breaks this easily then. How about Pdair/Monaco Aluminium Case - anyone has experience with it?
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Lol, did you read the 5 posts right before your's?
Well then I am not sure if I should get the Defender Case or just a cheap plastic backing with a screen protector with it
what do you guys think?
I think that the OtterBox does NOT break easily. The Commuter had issues that OtterBox addressed, including sending some replacement parts (from what I've read).
If you want to trust one of the best cellphones out there, with a 50 cent piece of cheap silicone gel, then go for it. I'll stick with something way more durable since this is probably the best phone I've owned thus far.
I had been so disgusted that I was thinking of starting my own thread till I came across this one.
The otterbox commuter looks great as a case but that's where it ends. Outside of looks, the case is utter junk. If you never take it off or drop your phone then you're fine but removal and/or drops will result in cracks and ultimately due to design, useless bits of broken plastic.
I had mine for a week before it started cracking and two weeks later, it was in bits. I'd also like to add that it bulls up the phone more than is necessary in my opinion.
I've got the invisible shield on and am looking for a rubber case to go over that. My advice is to avoid hard plastic for cases and go with with metal or rubber/silicon.
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Argh! the replies are somewhat confusing with people having broken parts in the case while some are praising it. I'm really tempted to get one but I'm afraid to be disappointed if the case starts to break aftewards. Still I'm undecided between the defender case or the pdair aluminium case.
The defender appears to be quite sturdy but bulky. I'm not familiar with the pdair one.
There are two different sizes of cases for the HD2. I have the T-Mobile US versions of the phone and the Commuter case. I have had both since they each came out. My commuter case has no cracks. I have removed it several times and see no evidence of cracks. However, I am very careful and try not to flex it too much when removing it. I also carry it in a belt holster originally meant for a G1 and not in my pocket. This extra protection may make a difference.
People have had issues with the otterbox commuter case, but I've never heard of anyone having a problem with the otterbox defender case. I've had the defender case for a couple months and I think it's the best case I've ever owned for a phone. It does add some bulk, but I will protect it well and has a nice holder with a beltclip that doubles as a stand. The case can clip in to it face forward of backward, and it holds it well and makes it easily accessible when you need it. Probably not the best case if you want to keep the phone in your pocket, but it's great with the beltclip.
Just bought my Trident Aegis Case for Nook Color for $23.99 free shipping from http://www.meritline.com/newsearch.aspx?SearchTerm=nook+color . If anybody wants it, it is still available. Pretty decent case.
I'll second the notion that it's a good case, and it's normally between $35 and $40 I believe, so that's a good deal. The only issue I have with it is that it's so good and accessible I never want to remove my Nook from it, yet it won't quite fit in the Aalto case I bought. It kind of does, but it's incredibly hard to get it in, and I have to use pliers to get the zipper open again. I'm hoping it will stretch the Aalto enough to make it easy in, easy out eventually, but I'm not sure it will happen.
Just ordered one cant wait for it to come in. It looks amazing!!
Looks nice. Might get this to replace my current one. Thanks for the post!
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I'll second the notion that it's a good case, and it's normally between $35 and $40 I believe, so that's a good deal. The only issue I have with it is that it's so good and accessible I never want to remove my Nook from it, yet it won't quite fit in the Aalto case I bought. It kind of does, but it's incredibly hard to get it in, and I have to use pliers to get the zipper open again. I'm hoping it will stretch the Aalto enough to make it easy in, easy out eventually, but I'm not sure it will happen.
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It didn't seem to happen at all, and definitely not before I broke the zipper tab off. Anyone know of a good case that will protect the screen etc with the Aegis left on?
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It didn't seem to happen at all, and definitely not before I broke the zipper tab off. Anyone know of a good case that will protect the screen etc with the Aegis left on?
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The Rocketfish neoprene sleeve accommodates the NC w/ Aegis case without issue.
Their generic ereader case, like this one at Best Buy?
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Their generic ereader case, like this one at Best Buy?
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Yup, that should be the one. =)
Awesome, thanks, that's exactly what I need!
EDIT: Ordered one from ebay and received it--it's perfect! I can even fit my credit-card sized SanDisk card reader and my SD card holder in it as well!
Ordered the case from Meritline Monday..received it today. Sooo awesome. Love it. Got the black and yellow..looks super slick. Feels better than naked Nooky too, crazy right?
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Yeah that case is wicked awesome, I couldn't be happier with mine. =)
Just ordered one for my 2nd Nook. Got the yellow one. Thanks!
Thank you. I ordered the Green kit just now. I'll post again after the install.
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I'll second the notion that it's a good case, and it's normally between $35 and $40 I believe, so that's a good deal. The only issue I have with it is that it's so good and accessible I never want to remove my Nook from it, yet it won't quite fit in the Aalto case I bought. It kind of does, but it's incredibly hard to get it in, and I have to use pliers to get the zipper open again. I'm hoping it will stretch the Aalto enough to make it easy in, easy out eventually, but I'm not sure it will happen.
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Wow..this almost sounds tooooo sexual.
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I'll second the notion that it's a good case, and it's normally between $35 and $40 I believe, so that's a good deal. The only issue I have with it is that it's so good and accessible I never want to remove my Nook from it, yet it won't quite fit in the Aalto case I bought. It kind of does, but it's incredibly hard to get it in, and I have to use pliers to get the zipper open again. I'm hoping it will stretch the Aalto enough to make it easy in, easy out eventually, but I'm not sure it will happen.
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Wow..this almost sounds tooooo sexual.
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I'd like to request invocation of Rule 34 at this time... lol
Just got mine. I'm totally satisfied with it quality wise but I have two small issues.
- Does your hinge to access the microSD slot ever lie flush with the rest of the case or am I doing something wrong?
- I messed up the screen protector a bit, actually throwing out the protector itself and tried to apply the plastic. When i realized what happened, the actual protector was covered in small specks of dust. You think they'll send me a new one if I ask nicely?
FYI... I have the AEGIS case and like it a lot.
I ordered the following zipper carrying case from Amazon and for $5.50 shippped it works well. It is the Belkin Neoprene Kindle Case.
Search on item: B001NPDA44
With the AEGIS Case on, in the Belkin Zipper Case, side to side it probably has 1/4" of slack, up and down is pretty tight, but finessing the neoprene a bit, it is fairly easy to zip up.
Plus Zagg -Maybe
Applied the;
Zagg Invisible Shield - Nook Color Skin
Full Body Maximum Coverage - $ 29.99.
I did this with the intention of wrapping the Trident around it.
Man am I disipointed in the Zagg. It peels off in 7 differant pieces. One being a super thin strip around the case that I ended up tossing aside, as useless. Even with that in use; there would be no seal from screen to case which is why i wanted the darn thing in the first place.
There are a couple good points and i will detail them in a seperate review thread having already talked to customer service at Zagg in the morning. BUT the real kicker?!?!
After I spent an hour installing the thing to the very best I could, and booting up for a look see; I found a slice 3/4 of the way accross the entire face of the protector, about 1/5 of the way down from the top. I examined under 10x. Yep. Factory flaw.
The Zagg is not invisible at all. It has a wavy surface texture, that to my eyes makes the text no longer pop. Any plastic screen cover will resist smears in comparison to glass as glass is porous.
I will try the Aegis Trident's included screen protector and pop for a three year (accidental damage included) warranty through SquareTrade and call it done; returning the Zagg for a refund.
anybody know how to clean the colored back? its starting to get a bit off color, especially on the little ridges
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I just cleaned the whole front and back of my Nook Color after peeling off a Zagg kit.
I sculpt so I use all manor of solvents. But that doesn't mean I know best, but for me this is my common procedure.
Unit turned off, laying on a soft surface. I used these microfiber cloths, been using them for years.
http://cgi.ebay.com/Rasco-Cleaning-...ltDomain_0&hash=item4a906936bf#ht_3420wt_1179
Lay that flat, then the Nook, Then a cut off piece of the microfiber cloth and dab with
99% isopropyl alcohol clear. Not 70% so the water evaporates quicker. $4 bucks a bottle instead of $1 but worth it to my mind.
Clean an area and re dampen cloth as necessarily, the cloth will dry every 15 seconds or so.. Very effective.
If cleaning screen and find a stubburn spot, gently use fingernail and or a little saliva on the finger. Redo surface with the alcohol.
Finally finish with clean dry cloth as the chemical leaves a slight film that is easily rubbed off.
Let the device sit and dry for 10 minutes. Wait an hour if you used 70% instead of 99% alcohol.
And you are good to go.
Once I got my T-Mobile Note 2, I searched the interwebs for a case that would protect the phone and make it less slippery. The quest was not an easy one, with barely any cases available, and most being replicas with different names. Additionally, none of the ones I saw offered protection around the corners, something that I find 100% essential on a case.
So after several hours on the general Galaxy Note II Accessories forum and several pages down the Amazon hole through multiple search keywords, I found the perfect case, for the time being. The case is a basic TPU S-line hybrid with an added kickstand. Nothing new or revolutionary, I'm sure, but given the lack of choices as of yet, a good one nonetheless.
The case protects, as commented, all 4 corners, and it protrudes enough that it lets you place the phone face down without suffering any damage on the screen. The kickstand works, though this is also the biggest caveat I've found.
The kickstand is on a hinge, and, to keep the case as thin as possible, the kickstand is embedded into the case. This wouldn't be such a problem, this happens on the Seidio Active, for example. However, the case is so thin that the hinges protrude too much out of the case, causing this to be the main point of contact with the surface when you place the phone on its back. It's irritating because one would hope a case would make the phone less slippery when placed on a surface than the original plastic, but hanging from two small pieces of plastic is not much better. There's always the placing the phone on its kickstand position, and that's fine, but don't think about pushing the phone hard on this position, or you'll cause the hinge to let you shift the phone to the "second" position, and, if pushed further, down to the ground.
The kickstand hasn't broken yet, but leaves uncertainty on how long it'll last. The black part of the case is grippy, specially on its sides, with the semi-see-through material being more slippery (though this is not an inconvenience, really).
All ports are well protected, but not covered, so no worries about echo issues like in other cases.
The kickstand is perfect for watching movies on the beautiful 5.5 inch screen.
The durability of the case is debatable. While I'm sure it'll withstand some falls, its purpose is more of a "now it'll not slip off my hands every time I pull it out of my pocket" than "let's toss this sucker from a 20 ft window"
This case more than serves its purpose, and at $5.98 including S&H (shipping from MN, USA), it should be in everyone's short list of capable though cheap cases.
If your phone is naked awaiting a case that fits your immediate needs, this will suffice. If you're looking for something that protects better, is more elegant, and of a known brand, the Seidio Active with Metal Kickstand is my #1 choice. But meanwhile, until it is released, I'd rather have this $6 case than go "naked".
I'm waiting for Amazon to accept all my images that I uploaded so I can provide you with images.
In the meantime, you can check out my Amazon Review here.
>>> It comes on either Black, Blue, Pink, Purple, White. I think I've also seen red, and I'm sure you can also find it on eBay.
>>> Black one seems to be "Unavailable".
Did it come with that screen protector you have installed?
I ordered one from china might get it next year LOL and also ordered another for a note 1, hopefully is as good as this one, I've had the S-line case on my S3 and even tho it was cheap i loved it.. you keep the slimness of the phone witch is important having a 5.5inch screen on the pant pockets isn't fun, imagine adding 1cm of case might aswell get the iDevice-mini.
thanks for the pics now i know what I got into...
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Did it come with that screen protector you have installed?
I ordered one from china might get it next year LOL and also ordered another for a note 1, hopefully is as good as this one, I've had the S-line case on my S3 and even tho it was cheap i loved it.. you keep the slimness of the phone witch is important having a 5.5inch screen on the pant pockets isn't fun, imagine adding 1cm of case might aswell get the iDevice-mini.
thanks for the pics now i know what I got into...
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Yeah I tried to do it so that the selling company was located in the US, just so it wouldn't take so long to arrive because I was holding the phone naked and it was slippery as hell.
The screen protector is a SPIGEN SGP Samsung Galaxy Note 2 Screen Protector Clear Steinheil [Ultra Oleophobic] [2-PACK]
Personally, I don't think the protector is the best, but I feel more comfortable about using my phone now. The safer the better. I got a scratch on my S2 with Gorilla Glass, because I figured "oh Gorilla Glass...don't need a protector". I tried to put protector when I first got it, but failed on 3 accounts. It just didn't look good. Wore it for a while till it looked even worse and I just simply removed it. And of course... Sh*t happens.
So this time, I ordered protector same time as case. Except it is fulfilled by Amazon so it took 2 days free shipping. I think the price is high, AND I have 2-3 bubbles that don't go away. Really, they aren't bubbles. They're specks of dust, and the surrounding area does not stick to the screen. I've thought about using the second protector but...uh I don't know.
"But it's Gorilla Glass 2, you don't need protector!" Not gonna fall twice for that. "But it's gonna interfere with the S Pen!" You know what, I think from time to time it does interfere. I've noticed sometimes while drawing that I might lift the pen but it still draws on the screen. Not sure if that's due to the screen protector or not...
Anyway, best of luck. Protect your phone with the first thing you find in the meantime until you get your case!
i see there's a minor bump on the kickstand that prevents the phone from laying perfectly flat on it's back. Is there' a slight wobble to it if you lay it flat and touch one side?
I just got this case in today and Im happy with what I got for the money.
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well....
Since I got the Note 2 from t mobile on the day of launch, the store was not carrying any cases so I went ahead and ordered a cheap plastic case from ebay and ran to the sprint store where they had ONE SAMSUNG OEM FLIP CASE and purchased as well. As everybody knows, this samsung OEM case DOES NOT PROVIDE SIDE/CORNER protectio and since I HAVE NO GRIP hands, I had to have every kind of protection available so I integrated both covers. Here are some sample pics. I will keep this on until I get my SPIGEN case!!!!
p.s. I know it looks kind of ghetto but at least I am protected!!!
yusssi said:
Since I got the Note 2 from t mobile on the day of launch, the store was not carrying any cases so I went ahead and ordered a cheap plastic case from ebay and ran to the sprint store where they had ONE SAMSUNG OEM FLIP CASE and purchased as well. As everybody knows, this samsung OEM case DOES NOT PROVIDE SIDE/CORNER protectio and since I HAVE NO GRIP hands, I had to have every kind of protection available so I integrated both covers. Here are some sample pics. I will keep this on until I get my SPIGEN case!!!!
p.s. I know it looks kind of ghetto but at least I am protected!!!
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yeah I tried that with my GS3 it was too ghetto for me lol
Is this TPU case thick? I prefer thick rubber case to protect it more but might consider this since it has a kickstand
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fatboypup said:
yeah I tried that with my GS3 it was too ghetto for me lol
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Hahahaha!! I know!!!
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Is this TPU case thick? I prefer thick rubber case to protect it more but might consider this since it has a kickstand
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It really is thin. This may not be the best for you, but I'd say just because of the kickstand, it may hold you over until you find a better one. Personally looking forward to Trident Aegis and Seidio Active. There's also Otterbox...
I got the same but the phone won't fit well. If I manage to fit the top, the bottom won't. If I do the opposite the top won't. Did yours had this problem?
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I got the same but the phone won't fit well. If I manage to fit the top, the bottom won't. If I do the opposite the top won't. Did yours had this problem?
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Sorry, can't help you there. I really had no problem whatsoever putting this one in. I've taken it out about a dozen times, and I've never had issues taking it out or putting it back in. I ordered the Seidio Active case, so this one will be retired soon. But while using it, my only complaint was that the stand was not reliable. That's about it.
You might want to contact the seller and get a replacement. Looks like there's something wrong with yours. Also, make sure that all ports/buttons line up, and that they didn't send you the case for the wrong phone or some such.
Good luck!
This case is "unavailable" on Amazon but there are a million of them on Ebay, in all different colors. I got one in clear because I like to show off my phone, not the case, although I know from my old iPod case that I actually like the look of a clear glass-like edge around the sides.
I just wanted to chime in that if you get the clear version, beware that it *will* stick to the back cover of the phone. It's ugly because you get these big blobs and patches, and I found it immediately unacceptable. The case only cost me $5 so I just tried sanding it down on the inside so it wouldn't stick... which technically worked, but now it's even uglier. Yeah, I ruined it, but I couldn't see using it the way it was before. I was also concerned that over time, it'd stick so hard that I wouldn't be able to get it off. Already, whenever I'd take it off, I'd hear a "crack" as it unstuck from the back cover. I'm actually still using it after the sanding and it works just fine and doesn't stick anymore, but it is ugly.
My advice is to get a solid color version of this case if you get one, and still sand the inside of it so it doesn't stick. (Though make sure it's really opaque if you sand it; if it's clear at all, you'll see sanding marks.)
I really like kickstand cases but I'm thinking now of just getting something that gives me a little better grip on the phone (like a textured back cover) and then either not getting a case at all, or getting another one of these and hoping it doesn't stick to a more matte back cover.
for those who don't like the gloss look, how about:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/130804580625
available in other colours too
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for those who don't like the gloss look, how about:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/130804580625
available in other colours too
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U have this one? How is it like? The photo doesn't clarify a lot..
Thx
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No, I don't have one sorry.
I just spotted it on ebay last night and thought I would post it here as an alternative for people to consider when I saw the thread earlier
I do have it in my watchlist and may purchase later, but at the moment I'm using a FlyGrip and a plain matt tpu case
The kickstand looks a bit more flush on that one. Does not seem like there is much texture in the TPU for grip though. I will let someone else be the guinea pig, but I am curious to hear about it.
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Me too, I'm very curious about this case...
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They have that one in clear now too.
It looks frosted so it probably just has a matte texture that makes it easier to grip.
I found another clear TPU case similar to the first kickstand one but minus the stand and with all 5-star reviews on Amazon... found the same case on Ebay for cheaper (under 5 bucks) so I'm trying that next. If that one still creates unsightly stickiness, I'll just go for a clear hard plastic case. I've used one of those on my iPod for literally 5 years and they are surprisingly effective and look perfect.
LOL. I ordered the clear one to try out. I am so weak and have no will power.
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Hi all
I just ordered a Note 2 and, by all the comments on cases around here, I wonder if I should hurry to also get a case.
But the point is: is it really necessary?
- A case makes this big phone even bulkier.
- A case can compromise ports access, external audio quality and the gps/nfc/... receptions
- A good case can cost a lot of money
- I won't find a case around the corner (at least, here in Brazil). I must buy it online, maybe pay for shipping and wait for like a month for it to come to me.
Hey, I don't want to be critical to the ones who feel important to use a case. Just want to start some discussion here
My point of view:
I'm retiring an old Motorola Defy. It has never used any kind of case or screen protector and its condition is quite good. It is always in my pocket (a lot of times sharing the space with a bunch of keys) and it has fallen to the ground some times, from like the pocket height for instance.
I know the Note 2 is a different phone, so thats the point of the question. I've never had another Samsung phone, so I may not have the right idea about the durability of it.
So, I'm looking forward to your thoughts and experiences on using (or not using) protective cases for the Note 2.
I would prefer not to have one, but I would mostly get one if this really happens that Samsung did a fragile phone and it is important to get external protection.
100% need a case. I got my note 2 weeks ago and bought a genuine Samsung case which is skim anyway. Protects the screen and back from scratches. Plus no case makes it slippery and one drop will mean destroyed phone. Good luck mate!
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100% need a case. I got my note 2 weeks ago and bought a genuine Samsung case which is skim anyway. Protects the screen and back from scratches. Plus no case makes it slippery and one drop will mean destroyed phone. Good luck mate!
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Hi Brayden87, thanks for the reply.
I've seen the samsung case on the Note 1. It really is slim.
It actually is so slim I wonder it really does protect the phone. Would you say it can make the difference upon a drop?
This is one I would like to get... probably easier to find too.
For the love of god get a case. I have a cover for that it a back plate with a leather flap that goes over the screen, and a screen protector. My wife has a full case for hers.
I dropped my. Screen smashed. She drops hers a few times not one scratch.
After I get a DIY new screen off amazon. Im buying am otter box. (Rogers send broken screens to samsung and costs $280. Or a DIY is only $16)
http://m.otterbox.com/Samsung-Galax...alaxy Note 2&gclid=CIeUxu_IgbcCFcFAMgodE1kAMQ
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For the love of god get a case. I have a cover for that it a back plate with a leather flap that goes over the screen, and a screen protector. My wife has a full case for hers.
I dropped my. Screen smashed. She drops hers a few times not one scratch.
After I get a DIY new screen off amazon. Im buying am otter box. (Rogers send broken screens to samsung and costs $280. Or a DIY is only $16)
http://m.otterbox.com/Samsung-Galax...alaxy Note 2&gclid=CIeUxu_IgbcCFcFAMgodE1kAMQ
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Hi plugsmustard.
Very interesting experience. It seems that this phone is really more fragile than my Defy. I don't doubt that, it is so much larger and thinner, it looks like it may brake easily. Its just that Samsung should be salling a phone that is fairly resistant to the day-to-day misshapenings...
But these otterbox are very expensive and would have to find a retailer that ships to Brazil. Can I trust Ebay sellers?
Isn't it too bulky?
What are the least requirements for a good protective case?
Note 2 size is big so I do not want case for it. Only a carbon back cover for better handling and protect camera. When bezel is scratched, I replace it for 5$. Perfect way for me .
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But these otterbox are very expensive and would have to find a retailer that ships to Brazil. Can I trust Ebay sellers?
Isn't it too bulky?
What are the least requirements for a good protective case?
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You can purchase knock-off Otterbox cases from eBay, as well as others such as the Griffin Survivor case (fake, but still provides great protection) Casemate Tough and the Urban Armor Gear Note 2 case, etc.
Above-mentioned cases have been thoroughly reviewed by the one and only Vectron, and are viewable here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2192333
I got the body glove tpu... slim and sexy. Dropped my phone about 4ft high and didn't get any damage. Of course could be just luck. Phone is big and slick without a case. I would get a slim tpu type of case if you are worried about bulk. It gives a little more protection than naked.
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Hi all
I just ordered a Note 2 and, by all the comments on cases around here, I wonder if I should hurry to also get a case.
But the point is: is it really necessary?
- A case makes this big phone even bulkier.
- A case can compromise ports access, external audio quality and the gps/nfc/... receptions
- A good case can cost a lot of money
- I won't find a case around the corner (at least, here in Brazil). I must buy it online, maybe pay for shipping and wait for like a month for it to come to me.
Hey, I don't want to be critical to the ones who feel important to use a case. Just want to start some discussion here
My point of view:
I'm retiring an old Motorola Defy. It has never used any kind of case or screen protector and its condition is quite good. It is always in my pocket (a lot of times sharing the space with a bunch of keys) and it has fallen to the ground some times, from like the pocket height for instance.
I know the Note 2 is a different phone, so thats the point of the question. I've never had another Samsung phone, so I may not have the right idea about the durability of it.
So, I'm looking forward to your thoughts and experiences on using (or not using) protective cases for the Note 2.
I would prefer not to have one, but I would mostly get one if this really happens that Samsung did a fragile phone and it is important to get external protection.
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For the love of all that is good and holy, get a case. And you don't need to go crazy buying an expensive one or waiting forever for a HK distributor. I own a bunch of cases because I love to swap 'em out, but my go-to case (and one of the least expensive cases I've bought is the Duzign Sentinel from from eBay that I got for $7.00 from a seller named senyx. The auctions are non-stop and I often see them ending at the opening bid of $7.00, like when I got mine. Shipping is free and the seller is in CA, so you get it quickly:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Duzign-Sent...t=US_Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&hash=item20d25bad89
It's been discussed on other threads, but this one has a cool H.R. Giger alien look to it, offers awesome protection, and it has, in my opinion, the best TPU inner layer of any case (it's got a nice thick lip to protect the screen of your Note 2 in case of an unlucky fall). Heck the TPU is a great case by itself, and the outer shell comes with a kickstand for horizontal viewing. the Sentinel is identical to the Cruzer Lite Spi-Force case which sells for about $20. Just don't get the black/white as the white does get dirty pretty quickly. Mine is black on black and besides my UAG and bamboo cases, it easily gets the most compliments.
That is my .02 . . . hope it helps.
Not that it's particularly delicate, but it is particularly expensive.
If you don't buy a case, I expect the first bit of damage to trigger a new thread "Scratched by $600 phone! Damn!"
Hi everybody.
Thanks for all the opinions. These Duzign Sentinel do seem quite robust and not that bulky. The looks are quite odd (comparing to the original sober looks of the phone) but are not that bad...
That is the kind of price I would pay without feeling that I am paying a lot to have a bulkier phone.
I wont bother much if the bezel gets scratched. My main concern is the screen integrity.
I do have one year warranty (which I do not know if covers external damage :/) and, if something happen, I could always go DIY to try to fix it. The biggest problem would be the phone become useless for weeks :/
I do agree that it is important to feel safer with such expensive phone.
At the other hand, is hard to believe that Samsung, which is leading against Apple in such quality fight, still delivers such a fragile gadget and even dont provide a reasonable protection option as an accessory. That is very awkward.
Case-mate Tough seems very nice and is found at US$ 10.99 on Amazon. Too bad it doesn't ship to Brazil.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2104132
Any other suggestion of worldwide retailers? Ebay?
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Not that it's particularly delicate, but it is particularly expensive.
If you don't buy a case, I expect the first bit of damage to trigger a new thread "Scratched by $600 phone! Damn!"
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Haha . . so true. I know it's dorky, but I remember my grandmother always telling me: "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." Well, in this case, a $10 case is worth a $100 deductible.
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Case-mate Tough seems very nice and is found at US$ 10.99 on Amazon. Too bad it doesn't ship to Brazil.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2104132
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Actually cheaper through Case-Mate because shipping is free if you have Amazon Prime. This other seller requires a $3.99 surcharge. Still, $14.64 is a good deal. Returns or problems would probably be handled much better through original retailer, as well.
ursoouindio said:
Hi all
I just ordered a Note 2 and, by all the comments on cases around here, I wonder if I should hurry to also get a case.
But the point is: is it really necessary?
- A case makes this big phone even bulkier.
- A case can compromise ports access, external audio quality and the gps/nfc/... receptions
- A good case can cost a lot of money
- I won't find a case around the corner (at least, here in Brazil). I must buy it online, maybe pay for shipping and wait for like a month for it to come to me.
Hey, I don't want to be critical to the ones who feel important to use a case. Just want to start some discussion here
My point of view:
I'm retiring an old Motorola Defy. It has never used any kind of case or screen protector and its condition is quite good. It is always in my pocket (a lot of times sharing the space with a bunch of keys) and it has fallen to the ground some times, from like the pocket height for instance.
I know the Note 2 is a different phone, so thats the point of the question. I've never had another Samsung phone, so I may not have the right idea about the durability of it.
So, I'm looking forward to your thoughts and experiences on using (or not using) protective cases for the Note 2.
I would prefer not to have one, but I would mostly get one if this really happens that Samsung did a fragile phone and it is important to get external protection.
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Good question. I had the flip case but it sucks and I dropped my phone twice and got two nice dents. I ordered a simple case for like 5 bucks just so the back doesn't feel slippery and what not. I do not use a screen protector, it'll be fine.
I bought the seidio active case and a glass screen protector before I even bought the note ii. This is a very expensive phone, I wouldn't use it and not buy some kind of protection. Seidio has an updated case call surface case but it didn't work with the glass screen protector cause the inside hard case would rub against the screen protector and push it up.The active case work great it's very slim and has a holster. Well long story short, I dropped my phone many times and nothing has broke or cracked. My job is physically demanding and its easy to bump or drop. Alot of my coworkers has cracked screens or has broken there phone.
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Hi Brayden87, thanks for the reply.
I've seen the samsung case on the Note 1. It really is slim.
It actually is so slim I wonder it really does protect the phone. Would you say it can make the difference upon a drop?
This is one I would like to get... probably easier to find too.
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I think you're confused with another case, I have the protective cover+ and it's probably 2-3mm thick. Adds barely any thickness to the note 2 and looks awesome. Cost me $30. I didn't want a big case and this one is perfect for me. Covers everything you want covered.
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I think you're confused with another case, I have the protective cover+ and it's probably 2-3mm thick. Adds barely any thickness to the note 2 and looks awesome. Cost me $30. I didn't want a big case and this one is perfect for me. Covers everything you want covered.
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just confused with Samsung original cover (which I have seen only on the Note 1)
do you have any link or photos of yours?
Thanks!
I like to reference this article when anyone asks me this question:
http://phandroid.com/2013/01/03/samsung-galaxy-note-2-cases/
It's a nice real world example.
Brad.S. said:
I like to reference this article when anyone asks me this question:
http://phandroid.com/2013/01/03/samsung-galaxy-note-2-cases/
It's a nice real world example.
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Very interesting indeed. And very nice looking bumper btw. This metallic bumper wouldn`t interfere on the device antennas?
I will consider these as well... I wonder how they compare to full body cases such as Duzign Sentinel, Speck Candyshell or Case-mate Tough.
I didn't feel like I needed a case at all. Till I dropped it. Twice. The rear cover went flying and so did the battery. Phone held up flawlessly, but i didn't like the flying parts. So I bought a cute Incipio case from androidcentral.com