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CASEMATE Barely there case

So I was reading some reviews on casemate's website and saw several people claiming that it fits (really tight)!!! Anyone on here try this case yet?
http://www.case-mate.com/HTC-HD2-Cases/Case-Mate-HTC-HD2-Barely-There-Cases.asp
would love to have the mirror finish just dont wanna waste 20 bucks lol

I am not sure about the casemate but this case off amazon is cheap, thin profile, slight rubber finish and works great.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003IDI72Y/ref=oss_product

already have that pos.... dosent protect corners thats why im only looking for people who have used the case mate

Wow....
let us know how the casemate fits

Not compatible with TMOUS HD2
If you read the page it clearly states that the case will not fit the T-Mobile HD2. Sucks because the case looks good

s0leFUNK said:
If you read the page it clearly states that the case will not fit the T-Mobile HD2. Sucks because the case looks good
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if you read my post you would know that some of the reviews on the website say it WILL fit the us version

Why do you believe those reviews? Why don't you read the reviews here on the xda forums? See how much these owners like it. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=642714

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if you read my post you would know that some of the reviews on the website say it WILL fit the us version
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So I ordered this case before TMO released the phone (being proactive) and it does not wrap the phone perfectly. forcing it to fit will crack the case. I also believe that this case has slightly bent my battery cover (which hilariously makes for easier removal). that being said it won't pop off on a drop, and the crack on the case only visible on the inside (when the case is off). I wouldn't recommend this case, but if you can find a USA compatible case, I do highly recommend this style of case.

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So I ordered this case before TMO released the phone (being proactive) and it does not wrap the phone perfectly. forcing it to fit will crack the case. I also believe that this case has slightly bent my battery cover (which hilariously makes for easier removal). that being said it won't pop off on a drop, and the crack on the case only visible on the inside (when the case is off). I wouldn't recommend this case, but if you can find a USA compatible case, I do highly recommend this style of case.
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Thanks for the input...just what I wanted to know

I purchased this case about 2 weeks ago for my US TMO HTC HD2 and I've had no problems with it. It is a little bit snug, but I can take it on and off in a few seconds. And I've taken it off probably 50 times since I got it, my phone has no scratches on it at all. I don't think it's "really tight", it fits perfect. I like how thin and minimal it is. I'd tried a few cheap hard rubberized cases from Ebay and they all started to peel/de-laminate immediately. I like this case so far.

i just bought a similar case with this one for $6 from ebay.It fits my phone perfectly. The only thing that this case is better than mine is: it's not polish.
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I saw in one of the post here at xda that it leaves scratches on the edge of your phone due to the tightness when you install it

To protect or not to protect? Amzer?

Two parts to this question-
1st part kind of a poll. Who thinks it is necessary or helpful to put a screen protector on the T-Mo HD2, and why?
Of course I want to protect the screen on my HD2, as much as possible. I think the screen is already scratch resistant, and I am not sure if a screen protector would add anything in that regard. I don't see how a screen protector could possibly protect against breakage, or internal LCD damage.
I have seen some reports, of screen sensitivity being diminished by screen protectors.
Of course the companies that make them, will try to sell people on it. That is called "manufactured demand", creating a need that isn't there.
Your opinion? Do they really help protect the phone?
I am about to purchase some items from Amazon. I see they have one screen protector (manufacturer Amzer) for $6.95 with free shipping (if total order is more than $25, which mine is). I haven't heard of that company before, but it sounds good from the description (no user reviews). (It even says "anti-reflective" and "free from fingerprints", and those are two problems the screen has--fingerprint magnet, and very reflective. Don't know if those claims are true though.) Has anyone tried this brand? Any good?
The link for that is: http://www.amazon.com/Amzer-Screen-..._14?ie=UTF8&s=wireless&qid=1281121428&sr=8-14
They even have some cheaper, a dollar or less, with $3 shipping. Do a search on Amazon for HD2 screen protector.
The following link includes a rubber case such as the one that comes with the unit, plus a screen protector, for $1.54 +2.98 shipping: http://www.amazon.com/HTC-T-Mobile-...1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1281121428&sr=8-1
Another is only 46 cents plus shipping.
Are there really any differences in these? They are only tiny pieces of plastic. Seems like they should cost less than a buck, not $10 or $15, as some do.
In any case, I am thinking of getting the Amzer, as it can have free shipping with the rest of my order, and sounds good. Anyone here used it?
Still undecided though--whether there is any point in getting a screen protector at all, or just one of those "manufactured demand" products, that really doesn't help anything.
Opinions?

Between this forum and the official T-Mobile forum on their website, I'm seeing quite a few instances of shattered LCD screens from people dropping their HD2s. You'll also see that there are now many replacement screens showing up on eBay, for example. My point is that you might consider acquiring more than just a screen protector for your HD2.
I personally purchased an Otterbox Defender case for my HD2. It has a built-in screen protector as one of its layers of protection, and the multi-part case appears to thoroughly protect the phone (including from my 7 year old). There are lots of cases out there, so I'm not actually suggesting that you get one from Otterbox (and I don't work for them). Some people say, for example, the the Defender case is overkill, and makes the phone too bulky for their taste.
I'm just saying that a $100 to $300 phone might warrant more than a screen protector.

in my opinion there is no such thing as to much protection
My car has airbags everywhere ,but i still wear my seat belt

def put a screen protector, that is the first thing you do when you get a phone like the hd2

Most things break when you drop them... it's called gravity. There's no solution for clumsiness you'll have to get something like the otterbox for some gravity proof protection. I've considered getting the otterbox myself but it takes away so much of the aesthetics of the phone....
My HD2 has a screen protector and a well padded leather case.... i've been doing this for all my previous phones. Sure i've had some slips and tumbles but the leather case protects most the impacts no problems.

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Most things break when you drop them... it's called gravity.
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A tennis ball doesn't break when you drop it!
Seriously, one would think that they might have strong enough materials available today, so that a phoine would not break if dropped.
But certainly--a screen protector would not protect one iota against dropping!
What exactly, does a screen protector protect against?
Do you also put one on your laptop screen?

If scratches on the screen bother you, screen protector will help with preventing that. The HD2 is not as scratch resistance as some of the youtube videos lead you to believe. I am careful with mine and still manages to get some minor scratches on it. When it comes to preventing the phone from breaking during a drop, I think your best bet is a otterbox defender.

I put a screen protector on my HD2 I have no sensativity issues but the feel of the screen protector is obvious when you slide your finger on the screen. My wife does not have the screen protector and it feels smooth to the touch but there is no difference as far as sensativity goes I used a zagg invisible shiled.

No scratches on my screen eventhough I carry it with keys and coins in front pocket sometimes. Only cracked screen from dropping it! Getting Otterbox Commuter case for my new replacement HD2 but NO screen protector. This screen doesn't get scratched very easily at all.

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Between this forum and the official T-Mobile forum on their website, I'm seeing quite a few instances of shattered LCD screens from people dropping their HD2s.
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I say get it...
Filed my insurance claim today, should get it tomorrow. Free next day air.
Oh, and bought commuter case too. A bit late it seems though..

No screen protector would have prevented that. ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^

Probably not, but since that incident, i'm going all out.

Thanks for the links!
I have one of the Invisible shield covers on mine & i like the feeling of knowing if the protector comes off ill get to see the screen BRAND NEW while i'm replacing the cover.
On an ass-backwards note, i also have the Body Glove case with the kickstand from T-Mobile and the only reason is for the kickstand. It feels like if i dropped the phone the case would shatter my phone would be goin to bed dead.
I am pretty careful with my stuff but as others have mentioned, theres no such thing as too much... im probably going to order that same black case though.
as for the screen, you never know... i'd rather be safe than sorry. I feel putting a $10 screen protector on a $500 phone isnt a big deal.

me said:
A tennis ball doesn't break when you drop it!
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If it's cold enough it will...lol
Seriously... Otterbox rules!

me said:
Seriously, one would think that they might have strong enough materials available today, so that a phoine would not break if dropped.
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Well, materials like that do exist, ones that could make the phone near indestructable. Unfortunately, they're prohibitively bulky or expensive and would jack up the price and/or size of the phone. The treated glass used on the screen is the best attempt at a compromise on this that's really available.
I've honestly been using my HD2 since March with nothing but the rubber cover that HTC provided in the box, and I have yet to get a single scratch on it...but, I know I'm probably just fortunate with that. I have a screen protector on my TP2, and I know that it's definitely saved me from scratches on a number of occassions....but then again that screen isn't anywhere near as hard as the one on the HD2.
I've got an otterbox commuter series case on the way now, but I'll probably try it without the screen protector at first. I reeeeeally like the feel of the bare glass

sirphunkee said:
Well, materials like that do exist, ones that could make the phone near indestructable. Unfortunately, they're prohibitively bulky or expensive and would jack up the price and/or size of the phone. The treated glass used on the screen is the best attempt at a compromise on this that's really available.
I've honestly been using my HD2 since March with nothing but the rubber cover that HTC provided in the box, and I have yet to get a single scratch on it...but, I know I'm probably just fortunate with that. I have a screen protector on my TP2, and I know that it's definitely saved me from scratches on a number of occassions....but then again that screen isn't anywhere near as hard as the one on the HD2.
I've got an otterbox commuter series case on the way now, but I'll probably try it without the screen protector at first. I reeeeeally like the feel of the bare glass
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Corning developed a glass many years ago that was dubbed "Gorilla glass" for its toughness and durability. I used to work summers for them, and at the time it was a nice invention that no one could find a use for -- we didn't have widescreen computer monitors or HDTVs, or cell phones, for that matter. Besides, it was considered expensive to manufacture. I read recently that Corning is now testing this old, very tough but thin glass for use in large TV screens and, soon, for cell phone screens. Maybe this will increase the durability of the touch screens for future phones. But for now, cases and screen protectors (should) rule the day.

Asquared said:
Corning developed a glass many years ago that was dubbed "Gorilla glass" for its toughness and durability. I used to work summers for them, and at the time it was a nice invention that no one could find a use for -- we didn't have widescreen computer monitors or HDTVs, or cell phones, for that matter. Besides, it was considered expensive to manufacture. I read recently that Corning is now testing this old, very tough but thin glass for use in large TV screens and, soon, for cell phone screens. Maybe this will increase the durability of the touch screens for future phones. But for now, cases and screen protectors (should) rule the day.
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Yes, actually Gorilla glass has already been used on a cellphone (or more than one perhaps), I belive the Motorola Droid was the first one. From what I understand, the HD2 doesn't have the acutal Gorilla Glass, but rather some similar hardness treatment.

sirphunkee said:
I've got an otterbox commuter series case on the way now, but I'll probably try it without the screen protector at first. I reeeeeally like the feel of the bare glass
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Where did you find an Otterbox Commuter case to fit a TMO-US HTC HD2? I've checked on eBay and Amazon and they only have the Int'l version available.

TKruzze said:
Where did you find an Otterbox Commuter case to fit a TMO-US HTC HD2? I've checked on eBay and Amazon and they only have the Int'l version available.
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At otterbox of course.
http://www.otterbox.com/htc-cases/h...cases-u.s./htc-hd2-commuter-series-case-u.s./
And to add to the whole screen protector on mine. I never had one until I dropped it and it landed face down on a pile of small hard dry rocks. Then slid across the ground. It made two small but noticeable deep scratches.

ddgarcia05 said:
At otterbox of course.
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I should have figured that. I'm just not a fan of paying retail. Otterbox sells their cases for 50% more than sites like Amazon, NewEgg, and eBay. Now that the U.S. version's supply is becoming more available my guess is that these places will begin selling the U.S. version as well.

carphone cases and screen protectors

Flip case (looks bit odd)
Soft Pouch looks ok but pricey
screen protectors if its £10 for one than no thanks

Has anyone in the UK got this Tech 21 d30 soft pouch yet? How does it fit, is the phone easy to get in and out of it?

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Has anyone in the UK got this Tech 21 d30 soft pouch yet? How does it fit, is the phone easy to get in and out of it?
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Nobody has their phones yet, so we cant say
But i have ordered both the Tech21 case and the screen protector (50 percent off the screen protector when purchased with the case)
I will fill you all in when it all arrives;P
JD

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Nobody has their phones yet, so we cant say
But i have ordered both the Tech21 case and the screen protector (50 percent off the screen protector when purchased with the case)
I will fill you all in when it all arrives;P
JD
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Stupid me! Of course, I forgot about the UK release date. I'm thinking about getting one of these cases when I get back to England.
That would be great if you could let me know.

Did you receive these accessories yet? I'm curious to find out about how the pouch is working out. I finally found a vendor who will ship to the US for Tech21 products and I was able to order the iPhone 4 iSlip case. I'm pretty sure it's identical to the one being sold for the Nexus S but I wanted to confirm with a part number or something similar.

I really want that tech 21 d30 pouch.

weird but i actually feel like ordering one of these
kinda handy to have a case + desk stand all in one
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Flip case (looks bit odd)
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xt720 / milestone2 hyrbrid cases warning

Before settling on my case i bought an earlier case which you can find on sites like ebay and amazon.
it says its a xt720 milestone 2 hybrid case. ..which seems impossible (even the pics showed a milestone 2), but as it was about £5 it was worth a shot.. i contacted the seller and asked him. he confirmed it was for the xt720 and amazon have the wrong pic up.
When it arrived guess what... it was for the milestone 2. lol#
And sites that sell this particular product still have the same title and no knowledge of the difference.

yup, i encountered quite a bunch of those during my shopping for a XT720 case, and none of those were real
only the Otterbox ruber case ($50) case and the SGP case ($20)

AllGamer said:
yup, i encountered quite a bunch of those during my shopping for a XT720 case, and none of those were real
only the Otterbox ruber case ($50) case and the SGP case ($20)
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Which case did you end up getting? I have the Zagg Invisishield for the XT720 on mine, but it's starting to look beat up.

Heard negative things about both Zagg (in general) and Otterbox (at least XT720 otterbox) so I avoided those. Heard only good things from the folks here about the SGP one so I ordered that. Should be here any day now....
Besides for being the cheapest, it looks best imo and it's got the best feedback from users so getting it was an easy choice.

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Which case did you end up getting? I have the Zagg Invisishield for the XT720 on mine, but it's starting to look beat up.
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i'll take some pictures when i get home
using the SGP one, it looks exactly like in the ad pictures on ebay

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i'll take some pictures when i get home
using the SGP one, it looks exactly like in the ad pictures on ebay
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I saw a pic of the screen cover, which promises anti-glare and many other screen enhancements. Truth?

I have the SGP case. Haven't tried the free screen cover yet because i still have this one on which promised anti glare and everything.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0042VQ8DG/ref=oss_product
(folix xt720- amazon- incase the link doesn't work)
The anti glare effect is very small-if at all. However it keeps clean very well and doesn't attract as much stubborn finger prints
I really like my SGP case. the camera and emdia button are harder to press but nothign you can;t get used to

id stay away from zagg also, i bought a screen protector from them and had to send it back after a couple weeks, there to gel like and get scuffed to easily. i bought an otter box and couldnt be happier, it definitely saved my phones life many times. and i got mine for $17 after tax from cinci bell with there 50 percent off sale. there like 30 at otterbox prolly cheaper somewhere else

syrenz said:
I saw a pic of the screen cover, which promises anti-glare and many other screen enhancements. Truth?
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i didn't install the screen protector that came with the SGP case, because i already have another clear screen protector installed
and i wont remove it until it gets really scratched
saving the SGP screen protector for the future

SGP is Way Better!
The SGP is way better than the Otterbox.
The SGP is slim fitting, my buddy has an otterbox on his.
It looks like a big puffy retard helmet.
You have to be a douchebag to buy the otterbox.

My i-Blason case failed me in only 8 months! Any other suggestions?

A few months ago I was looking for a case for my M8 that included a belt clip/holster and would offer some protection for the phone itself... but preferably WITHOUT a screen protector since I have never seen one, whether it's stick-on or part of the case, that didn't add a rainbow hue/discoloration or make the image look less sharp.
Ok, so everyone seems to go on about i-Blason. i-Blason this, i-Blason that, and it's one of the best selling and highest rated HTC M8 cases on Amazon.... and it was only $10, so I got one. Everyone seems to think they are great..... until something goes wrong that is. The belt-clip snapped today, and I figured, well, they do have a one year warranty.
... turns out, they only honor the warranty if you purchased it from their own site... at about twice the price. Their FAQ on their own website basically tells you "It's Amazon's problem" if you purchased it from them.
Ok... so i-Blason is a no-go. Guess I couldn't expect much from a $10 case..... problem is though, I seem to have almost no other options.
There are very few options that have a belt clip and aren't just a pouch/holster with no actual case, or a giant bells-and-whistles overpriced ordeal. I have only found three, and none of them seem any good:
First there is the Otterbox Defender. A brand I used to swear by..... until I had to do a warranty replacement on my previous phone, and was told it was on it's way...... then never heard from them again. And in the case of the M8 specifically, I have heard a ton of people say the M8 version of their Defender case is horrible.... and despite the overall positive score on Amazon, it's full of negative reviews. Also, it has a built-in screen protector, which o my previous phone drove me crazy with it's discoloration. The fact that this normally $50 case has been knocked down to $20 doesn't fill me with confidence:
http://www.amazon.com/Otterbox-Defender-HTC-One-Frustration-Free/dp/B00IL7BG5C/
Then there is the Puregear case for about $16. No screen protector and simple.... problem is it's TOO simple, there is barely any covering on the phone, especially across the front and most of the sides. It's almost just a place for the belt-clip to snag onto:
http://www.amazon.com/Puregear-Kickstand-Case-Holster-Combo/dp/B00JCS054M/
And finally, the last one I could find that was both a case and had a belt clip was the Encased "Pantera Series" for around $17. The case certainly looks nice, and promises a two year warranty. Problem is, the reviews mention issues like the case putting the window for the IR blaster on the wrong side of the phone, leaving the real IR blaster blocked, and blocking the notification led as well. Also, despite the two year warranty.... I couldn't find any information about their website no matter how much I Googled it! ... it also has a built-in screen protector like the Otterbox Defender:
http://www.amazon.com/Encased®-Pantera-Case-Warranty-Black/dp/B00PHL9DBE/
So, that's it. That's all the cases I have been able to find that are both a protective case and have a belt clip/holster, and none of them seem to be any good or fit the bill. Does anyone have any other suggestions? Or have they used any of these three and can offer comments about them?