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I've always been one to use screen protectors on my displays, even on gorilla glass. With the nexus 7 using an unconfirmed type of corning glass (ie it might not be gorilla glass and instead just have a scratch resistant coating), i figured to go shopping.
XO skins is the company I've been buying from recently. It is very easy to find coupons that will work online. They work really well, although they can feel a bit rubbery. They do NOT have the orange peel texture companies like zagg are known for. Since it is a wet installation, it is sometimes possible to see "rainbow streaks" under the screen over a white background. If you run into this problem, shoot them an email and they'll send you a replacement. Customer service is excellent.
http://xoskins.com/laptops-tablet-r...in-protectors/google-nexus-7-screen-protector
This next one i haven't tried, but it differs from the above protector in that it is a static cling installation. This would probably be good for those who are against wet installations, or fans screen protectors from companies such as steinheil. This one is anti-glare though, so it is likely that it has a matte-textured or cloudy display.
http://www.mobilecityonline.com/wir...ic&utm_term=846237020875&utm_campaign=froogle
We should be seeing more in the next few weeks. If you find one, post it
until then, cheers
I'll definitely be going with the Skinomi: I've done both Skinomi and ZAGG, and ZAGG is just too sticky for my taste. IMO, my fingers just glide over the screen much easier with a Skinomi protector.
I've always gone with xoskins and their customer service is AMAZING. No joke, if you feel unsatisfied with your screen protector, just email them and they'll most likely send you a new one. I got one for my Galaxy Nexus though one thing about these types of screen protectors is that dents and marks got onto them pretty easily. Even so, I'll still be getting an xoskin for my Nexus 7 (assuming I get one soon).
I always use SGP Steinhall
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I always use SGP Steinhall
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+1 SGP for screen protectors & skinomi for silver carbon fiber kit
SGPs are great but expensive. I've bought 5$ screen protectors from Frys that have the same quality as my SGPs. Skinomi intends to scratch very easily and it doesn't self heal. Never had experience with XO skins though and I'm not a big fan of water based once anymore since they seem to dent and scratch easily X_x..
I am not a fan of protectors. I don't use one on my Sony EReader (soft screen) or my Motorola phone (Gorilla).
Both have cases, and are scratch-free after a couple of years use.
That works better for me.
Here's what SGP CS wrote back to me when I asked if they plan to make a SP for the Nexus 7
Thank you for contacting Spigen.com Customer Service Department.
Hi, my name is Diana from Spigen.com.
Thank you for your interest in our products! As of now, we don’t have any definite plans to make screen protectors for the Asus Nexus 7 Tablet. However, if there is increased interest from our customers, we may change our production plans in the future. Please check our website for any updates time to time.
If you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to contact us again.
Thank you.
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Funny thing is that they usually reply with that for most new products if I'm not mistaken.
I'm hoping Clarivue will make a Nexus 7 protector soon. I've always like them, but I'm an acrylic protector kind of person. Just never cared for the "rubbery" feel. I'll put up with the very occasional minor scratch that you can't even see when the screen's on in exchange for a feel that's identical to the screen itself.
i am looking for full body screen protector as iphone
hope sgp makes one soon
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There is a local mall booth that installs/sells protectors for a decent price, I always like having them do it because guaranteed no bubbles, no shipping time, and $5 replacements for life. I just hope they carry tablet protectors.
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Hoping the GreatShield's are available for this. Used it on my A100 and great results.
I am really hoping for a SGP Matte screen protector. Always seems the best for reading.
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Ghost Armor asap, I've had it on every device since my HTC hd2 and it works great for me. Stock gorilla glass (I know the n7 doesn't have it but my wife's Lumia does) seems to get greasy to easily. With my s2 if I get a little dirty I just rub on my pants
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I normally just use cheap ones of ebay on my phones which work well enough however my father got a samusung 10.1 and I think because of the size the static as you pull off the second layer just sucked any surrounding particles to the skin.
I bought one from bestskinsever which is a wet application one and it worked very well and was decently priced so I'm planning to get one from them for the Nexus and my new HTC One XL.
I sent a query on their site and got an initial automated reply, the more queries they got for the Nexus the quicker they will start making them.
I used to use typical screen protectors, but I feel they are easier to get bubbles and dust stuck under them and are much less forgiving for mistakes. This is an even bigger problem with larger screens.
I now only use wet application screen protectors, such as InvisibleShield (too expensive), BestSkinsEver, and Prestige / XtremeGuard. There are much easier to apply after practicing on other devices, much more forgiving as if you don't align right, you can easily remove as it's still wet and just spray more of the solution on (water + drop of dish detergent). The secret is to make sure it's always wet when applying and then once it's on, squeegee..if it's not on yet, keep it wet. They do have a bit of texture, but I don't mind it.
I ordered XtremeGuard from ebay for $9 shipped.. much cheaper than the alternatives right now and it ships quick from Utah. I also ordered a folio style case specifically for the Nexus 7 from ebay (shipped from Hong Kong) .. i made sure it was specific because others are selling Kindle Fire cases, but this one has specific slots for speaker and other inputs and is under $10.
Also to the person wanting full body skin...it doesn't make sense to cover the soft back of the Nexus 7 with something like InvisibleShield.
Edit: Links if it's alright:
Screen Protector http://www.ebay.com/itm/32093942421...X:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649#ht_3744wt_1396
Folio Case (looked for the one that said they'll ship quicker) http://www.ebay.com/itm/25109965030...X:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649#ht_6110wt_1396
Yeah, I wouldn't go with anything other than XOSkins.
I'm absolutely 100% satisfied with the way they've worked on my Nexus.
I "pre-ordered" my Skinomi case from Amazon last week. They estimate 8/1 as the shipping date. That could mean two weeks without a screen protector. My OCD-ness won't like that.
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I am really hoping for a SGP Matte screen protector. Always seems the best for reading.
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Have you used an XOSkin to be able compare the two? I'm just curious about Matte protectors.
today i went out to buy another nexus 7 for my wife, after buying a bunch of accessories for my first one, i realized that many of these generic stuff are pretty much the same, I got in on a couple leather folio cover type cases for 5 bucks shipped when it was posted here, but my wife thinks that the flap is annoying and wants to get a simple tpu as well as a screen protector for hers (the 5 dollar folio one i cannot use the NFC google wallet unless i pop the tablet out from case)
personally I hated the xtreme something wet application screen protectors, it grips too much and makes swiping difficult, I tore mine off the screen in less than a day (i laid it on perfect, no bubble btw) but it was just annoying, so back to the regular dry application screen protectors
as for the TPU cases, to me the simpler the better, I don't care much about their so called designs as they look all look ghetto to me, I much rather to have a plain case with no design on it, having a X or S does not make my tablet any faster or better looking.
for 1 I don't like the x design on the other TPU case and don't feel like paying a few extra dollar for the S design case, so I ordered this one, nice grip i'd imagine, will see when it arrives
http://www.amazon.com/Exact-Design-...=1344802737&sr=8-18&keywords=nexus+tablet+tpu
then since i like to poke my tablet with a stylus, i'd figured that it would be a good idea to slap on some screen protector, I never had the matte anti glare one, so this one looks good as i can have both and in case i don't like the matte one i just tear it off and put on the regular clear one.
http://www.amazon.com/i-Blason-Duro...sr=1-5&keywords=nexus+tablet+screen+protector
as for the stylus part, we have a amazonbasic one, and some generic cheap ones, to be honest save your money as they both feel pretty much the same and if you are like me who loses pen easily, get the cheap one, i also have the motorola xyboard one that i keep at the office, it looks good and thats about it.
and if you are not in a rush, after rooting the tablet, order a couple of these OTG cables as it takes a while to get here from China
http://www.amazon.com/T-Flash-Adapt...r=1-1&keywords=SANOXY+Micro+USB+Host+Mode+OTG
Interested to hear on how your purchase worked for you.
Oops...just read your post in my summary thread. I'm considering getting the screen protector you recommended as I need to buy for two tablets and the others are way too pricey.
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The sgp stenheil crystal clear screen protectors are fabulous! Very easy to put on, its a dry install. It feels like the glass on the screen.
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I'd like to know how you feel about the tpu case when it arrives.
sorry about the late reply didnt notice your post
its just like any other tpu case hard with a little bit of flex if you try to twist it
worth the 6 bucks i paid
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Nice, but I can beat it !
S Style TPU case, screen protector and a mini-stylus - £3.29.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/221111761...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
hey all, i was set on ordering the commuter but started reading into the defenders but ive heard the screen protector can be a pain and that would annoy me
what are your thoughts on both
Hated the defenders inbuilt screen protector, scratched real easy and got stuff caught under it. The commuter has pretty good protection and comes with a free stick on screen protector?
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I toyed with both, both screen protectors are pretty bad. I forgot the brand, but there is a real good one people seem to use and get off amazon.
That being said, the cases themselves are both good. All depends on how protective you want to be over the phone.
I think the commuter unless you really need the protection the defender offers.
i currently have a spigen oleophobic screen protector on it so not too fussed about the one with the commuter, will keep it as a spare for emergencies, i have read that its a bit loose around the volume buttons as it doesnt have the outer shell to keep it in place (commuter)
It's a tiny bit loose around that volume area. I have a commuter and don't regret it at all, hurry up and order it so it gets to you quicker.
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I was on the same boat with you. Usually I go for the top spec case but this time I ordered the commuter. I did this for 3 main reasons. The defender looks like great protection but it makes the phone much bigger especially thickness wise. Also it hides almost everything except for the screen so all the beauty of the phone disappears behind plastic. And last and more important the screen protector looks terrible and with all these wholes it lets everything under it and in touch with the screen. You can always remove it and replace it with another protector but then there maybe parts of the upper shell touching the screen which I dont like.
I have the defender... im not using it right now but bought it for when I am back out on site in the dust/rain/dirty hands and big risk of dropping it or someone else knocking it onto the floor. I had it on the phone for a while but its too big for daily use if you dont need the protection.
The inbuilt screen protector is easily removed and to me makes it a whole let better.
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I have the defender... im not using it right now but bought it for when I am back out on site in the dust/rain/dirty hands and big risk of dropping it or someone else knocking it onto the floor. I had it on the phone for a while but its too big for daily use if you dont need the protection.
The inbuilt screen protector is easily removed and to me makes it a whole let better.
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Once you remove the screen protector how is the inside of the upper shell? Is it smooth or can it scratch the phone?
ive ordered it, cant for it to arrive, i went for the commuter
Just got my Defender in tonight. I like it so far. I bought it after seeing my aunt's. Not a huge fan of the built in screen protector. Might pop that off later.
the only bit i dont like about the commuter is where it hasnt got the outer case, i think the outer case cover it all like the defender does but ill see when i get it, if you take the protector out does bits of dust/crap get inside the case? just something i was reading
Both... I have both... normally use the Commuter cause it is slimmer, but like the Defender alot too cause it has morr grip.
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While I love the protection the Defender provides, after using it for about 3 hours it's a tad too bulky. The Commuter might have been a better choice, but it wasn't Prime Eligible.
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While I love the protection the Defender provides, after using it for about 3 hours it's a tad too bulky. The Commuter might have been a better choice, but it wasn't Prime Eligible.
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Newegg has the white one for less than amazon. And with shoprunner trial you can get two day shipping free.
Black: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16875983425
Glacier: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16875983426
Wow what a deal on the Glacier, which they made Knight color for the Commuter :crying:
both have its pros and cons. tested both and opted for the commuter due to its slimmer profile. just a heads up that there are numerous reports about the silicon sagging along the volume and power buttons on the commuter.
check out this comparison vid - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JsPFLcpOFUs
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Wow what a deal on the Glacier, which they made Knight color for the Commuter :crying:
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$32 a great deal? :-\ I'll wait a bit longer and wait for the price to drop to the levels of the Commuter for the GS3. In the meantime I think the Ballistic case is a much better deal and case for 22 dollars.
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Once you remove the screen protector how is the inside of the upper shell? Is it smooth or can it scratch the phone?
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It sits slightly away from the screen... So doesn't touch it. No visible damage on my screen from it and ive had it on for a couple of weeks.
Sent from my Samsung Note II.
Thanks for the info. I din't know Otterbox had these for the Note 2. I used to have the iPhone 4S Defender case. It offered a good drip, nice protection, but the external soft material started to bend and lose its original shape after a couple of months using it. Does this have the same problem?
Hi all,
I'm looking for a matte screen protector for the Nexus 7, but all the ones I find seem to be anti-glare, and people complain of weird rainbow colours and polarisation effects, like at a cashpoint screen. I don't need anti-glare, I just want it for the matte texture.
I'm just looking for a clear screen protector, with a matte surface, which doesn't produce any weird colours or ruin the screen.
Does such a thing exist?
This is what you looking for I guess: click
I got these as part of a deal at Amazon that offered $5 off if I ordered them on the same order as something else. I don't see any rainbow effects or other problems with them.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008IEGSN8/ref=oh_details_o07_s00_i00
Edit: Changed comment to DON'T see rainbow.
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Out of curiosity, what does the screen protector do nowdays?
I've never used one, but from what I can see from using my usage of a borrowed ipad, it seriously degrades display quality, much more than a small scratch would do. And it obviously does not help with falls and such. So, why should I use it?
Simple... Protection. Also texture. Fingerprint resistance.
A quality screen protector won't degrade visual quality and should go unnoticed. I recommend Spigen brand Matte SP. They go for about $24.
A Matte WILL still always have a slight visual effect simply because of the way it is designed. I prefer my Matte SP to my naked N7. A higher quality SP won't be as noticeable as the cheaper ones. Also the Spigen SGP brand is also THICKER so it goes on better, reduces trapped air bubbles, and provides more protection.
player911 said:
Simple... Protection. Also texture. Fingerprint resistance.
A quality screen protector won't degrade visual quality and should go unnoticed. I recommend Spigen brand Matte SP. They go for about $24.
A Matte WILL still always have a slight visual effect simply because of the way it is designed. I prefer my Matte SP to my naked N7. A higher quality SP won't be as noticeable as the cheaper ones. Also the Spigen SGP brand is also THICKER so it goes on better, reduces trapped air bubbles, and provides more protection.
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24$ is 10-12% of the price of a nexus. That's just insane.
To each it's own, but I guess it's just not for me. It's not like fingerprints or small scratches can be seen when the screen is on.
I have the Spigen ultra fine matte screen protector. I had it on my epic and loved it. I have the newer version for my GS3 but they don't make it for nexus 7. For me, there are two main reasons why I like this one and have no reason to try any others. 1. The anti fingerprint is amazing, I have hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating of the hands) so I leave a lot of grime/fingerprints and this screen does a great job of preventing buildup and making it easy to wipe away. Secondly, I do a lot of reading on my tablet and the matte/anti glare really makes it easier on the eyes (as an eye doctor, this is important to me). The continued increases in resolution, etc are great for movies and such, but not so great for eye strain. The matte kind of dulls it a little bit. Hope that helps. Also, it's pretty clear for a matter screen.
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24$ is 10-12% of the price of a nexus. That's just insane.
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You have GOT to be kidding me....
[via HTC Inspire]
Unfortunately no
I don't mind paying than amount of money for a case, that adds security, but I'm not paying it to recuce fingerprints/degrade screen quality.
The OP wants something that is Matte and Quality. Just because the tablet was cheap doesn't mean this isn't a good buy. Accessories aren't supposed to scale in price based on the product listing (unlike Apple logic). The SGP protectors are the best and are about $20.
Too cheap to pay that? Then buy the crappy cheap ones and suffer the wrath of a crap protector.
Personally, I'd gladly pay for a product that is quality and won't peel up on the edges, scratch easily, and will ultimately have a life as long as the device. I'd rather spend $20 and be done with it then $10 a few times. The SP is VERY important piece to the puzzle as it is what you stare through. If it isn't cut right or cheap, it takes away from the whole sexiness.
The SGP, because of the Matte and anti-fingerprint qualities, doesn't get tacky when playing games for extended periods of time either. It stays dry and smooth all the time. So that percentage crap is stupid IMO. It wouldn't matter if you're buying this for an iPad Mini vs N7, the quality is the same.
^^ Thank you. excellent post.
that percentage crap is ridiculous. well said.
http://www.amazon.com/Tech-Armor-Pr...merchant-items&ie=UTF8&qid=1359958019&sr=1-10
Been using it since November, no complaints at all, has the nice feel and my screen is clear with no rainbow.
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http://www.amazon.com/Tech-Armor-Pr...merchant-items&ie=UTF8&qid=1359958019&sr=1-10
Been using it since November, no complaints at all, has the nice feel and my screen is clear with no rainbow.
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Is this actually a matte surface though? The link that you posted shows a clear screen protector but there is a link near the bottom for a Tech Armor Anti-Glare (Matte) screen protector. Did you link to the wrong product? And could you clarify if you have the matte version or not?
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Is this actually a matte surface though? The link that you posted shows a clear screen protector but there is a link near the bottom for a Tech Armor Anti-Glare (Matte) screen protector. Did you link to the wrong product? And could you clarify if you have the matte version or not?
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Been there. 3-Pack for $7.
Have fun with that. There is a big difference in quality between a $2 SP and a $20 one.. especially when dealing with a MATTE. Be prepared for disappointment and a waste of time, energy, and money.
As a device enthusiast, I can attest to what is a waste and what is not. I'm trying to help by sharing my experiences.
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Been there. 3-Pack for $7.
Have fun with that. There is a big difference in quality between a $2 SP and a $20 one..
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Agreed, the $199-249 price of the N7 is sort of an illusion, and does not mean that it's only worth $199 and we should skimp on accessories.
If not for Amazon, B&N and Google's price wars, N7 would be 300+ like the iPad mini... then $20 for screen protector wouldn't seem so crazy.
I've had my N7 for just 4 weeks and already some super-thin scratches, a decent SP is on the list now... Scratches are only visible at an angle, but I want to keep my trade-in value for the N7 gen2, so $20 is worth it.
I think the majority of matte protectors have this rainbow effect but I have one on my HTC vivid and you get used to it after a while. It's worth it to have the matte finish and after a while you don't even notice the rainbow effect.
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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ursoouindio said:
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?
apallohadas said:
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 $100 deductible.
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ursoouindio said:
Case-mate Tough seems very nice and is found at US$ 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.
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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