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First of all, I feel like I got ripped off, this case is nothing but annoying, the flappy door always get in the way even when its flipped around to the back,
you think they would atleast have put a magnet on the door so it has another purpose as a smart cover, I feel like they rushed it, and it's barely worth 10$, let alone 19.99$+Shipping. I would rather have a 10$ leather or tpu case from ebay.
I wanted to state my opinion and get the forums opinion, how do you feel about it?​

You're an angry guy.
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You're an angry guy.
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Not trying to be, but when you spend almost 30$ on something that is worth 7.99$, and is nothing but a bother, yea, im a tad bit mad, but not too much, just got annoyed and decided to make a rage thread about the case.

Not saying its trash but certainly isn't worth the price (prob worth like $15 shipped? Maybe $10 and $15-20 if it had a sleep function)

i saw a video review of it on Youtube a couple weeks ago and it looked cheap. Reminded me of a TPU case with a flap.

I'd buy it off you for $15 shipped.

Overall I like it, EXCEPT for one really annoying flaw: The hinge is WAY too stiff and it keeps trying to close itself if you fold it behind the device.

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I'd buy it off you for $15 shipped.
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Hm, make it 19$, and ill ship it to you, and thats me loosing like 8-9$ in a day.

I'm surprised anyone bought it. The first time I looked at the Nexus 7 I quickly looked for accessories for it on the Google Play website, looked at the cover ... said NO, looked at the extra power adapter, said NO for the second time.
Everyone knows there would be a flood of covers and other things for the device in a short while.

It's a pos ripoff. Much better out there at half the price.

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Can you just cut the flap off and use it like a tpu?

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Maybe I should put some Elmers glue on mine, and sprinkle some glitter on it, or put some crazy eyes on it.

In hindsight (being what it is), Asus admitted that more of these sold than expected. The price reflects a premium on brand, and it was very plain what these were going to be like from the pictures. They looked like basic silicone with no added features, and they are. Asus said nothing about the sleep feature of the Nexus 7. There was no reason to believe that their cover would take advantage of it.
Had I bought one of these, I also would feel ripped off. Not by Asus or Google, but by my inability to hang on to my $20 based on the facts at hand.

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In hindsight (being what it is), Asus admitted that more of these sold than expected. The price reflects a premium on brand, and it was very plain what these were going to be like from the pictures. They looked like basic silicone with no added features, and they are. Asus said nothing about the sleep feature of the Nexus 7. There was no reason to believe that their cover would take advantage of it.
Had I bought one of these, I also would feel ripped off. Not by Asus or Google, but by my inability to hang on to my $20 based on the facts at hand.
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Actually I kind of liked how it looked from the pictures - what the pictures don't show is how badly it handles trying to put the flap behind the device.

Entropy512 said:
Actually I kind of liked how it looked from the pictures - what the pictures don't show is how badly it handles trying to put the flap behind the device.
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The look is nice, but what you bring up is what I immediately thought when I saw it for the first time. There's nothing to hold the cover back and it's not hinged in any way. Asus even had pictures of it splayed out on a flat surface. A video would have made it apparent for sure, and like I say... I could have been wrong at the time. I simply put my bet on the other color.

Did you watch the numerous video reviews on this forum that said the cover sucked balls before you bought it?
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Glad I waited to see a review before rushing to buy to it.

Yup, another broken screen.

The USB cable was hanging over my desk. Those that have a nexus 4 know very well these things glide easily on flat surfaces.
The weight of the USB cable pulled the phone for a 3 foot fall to my wood floor. Both glasses shattered. Touch does not work. Back on my trusty galaxy nexus until further notice.
FYI bumpers are still on back over ever since I ordered my phone. 1st day order. I received the n4 last week.
It's already been shipped back to LG.
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Ouch!! sorry to hear it.
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Ouuu it hurt...
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OH EM GEE!
Glad I bought a cheap case for the mean time.

This gives me nightmares.

Omg !!!!!!!!!! This phone is a slippery devil! Must buy a case soon :/
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*slow clap* I commend you for having the fail to break both sides at once, something not even iPhone users do

drop test right here
Makes me not wanna buy this phone

Dannng! Sorry about your loss. Hope the phone doctor can resurrect your new toy!

Its does glide. But not really if u have a protector on the back. My brother dropped his twice like this. Nothing happens though
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I always have a few accidental drops on my phones.. A case is now on order! still waiting for my N4 to be shipped

Ohh boy!

Wow just got mine a couple hours ago, I'm already scared to drop the thing... Getting a case is the next logical move... Then wireless charging
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Mine almost fell the same way as well. Luckily, I managed to catch the device before it actually fell anywhere.
I see a lot of people talking about getting a case but that's not going to stop your screen from cracking guys. Cases in many senses are absolutely useless. The shock from the fall can still break the back even if you do have a case.
I will remain caseless for now, I can't put a cheap piece of plastic over something this beautiful.

Usb cable pulled it to the floor? Sounds like some final destination stuff. Effed up. 3ft to wood for cracked both sides too? Smh
:xda on sprint g-nex:

What a bummer. At least you got the double whammy!

I saw the first picture and thought daymn.. then scrolled down and made an audible WTF noise. Well done. That's impressively smashed.
Can you please update OP with your location, how long it took to repair and how much it cost in total when you get your phone back? Don't have too it might just be good for reference in future.
Thanks!

Matt1408 said:
Mine almost fell the same way as well. Luckily, I managed to catch the device before it actually fell anywhere.
I see a lot of people talking about getting a case but that's not going to stop your screen from cracking guys. Cases in many senses are absolutely useless. The shock from the fall can still break the back even if you do have a case.
I will remain caseless for now, I can't put a cheap piece of plastic over something this beautiful.
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well it's better than having no case at all. i've dropped phones with cases on and not a single scratch/crack. i'll sacrifice the extra bulk over a smashed phone

Just a protector front and back for me, no case! I like to live on the edge... And this phone feels too good
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OMG.... thats is too bad...
my case ( sleeve ) is on order... hopefully we dont break many of these beauties... be careful ppl..

Warning on the flip cases (mint)

So I bought the two pack of flip cases 5 days ago and the one ive used for five days is already turning that gross brown/black color around the inside edges and the little piece that covers the volume rocker
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. Still works fine still looks good but I imagine itll get worse quick so if your ocd like I am about these things just a fair warning.
Edit: was told its a defective case I recieved and I was given a new one. New one started showing the same wear after two days. Id avoid this color
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What particular flip case was this? Is this the OEM from Samsung or a 3rd party one? 5 days is too short to start developing marks like that, if ever.

terra_droid said:
What particular flip case was this? Is this the OEM from Samsung or a 3rd party one? 5 days is too short to start developing marks like that, if ever.
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Sorry should have said oem samsung.
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Im going to be sending samung an email in a few minutes about it. My phone has never gotten dirty or anything.
Edit: Of course can't figure out where to send the email
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Eww...glad I didn't use my flip cover yet. The protective cover with the phone in a pouch is the best combination in my opinion, :good:

Gahh Its Lee said:
Sorry should have said oem samsung.
Im going to be sending samung an email in a few minutes about it. My phone has never gotten dirty or anything.
Edit: Of course can't figure out where to send the email
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You can probably send the email to Product Support (that being an official Samsung Product). There's even a LiveTalk option.
http://www.samsung.com/us/support/contact
Let us know what they tell you.

Well I talked to them on live support thought i was getting somewhere and then got a message please call 18007570280 for accessory support. I'll call in a bit. But I can't believe it got this bad in only five days
Edit: I actually do use a pouch pretty often
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winlinmac001 said:
Eww...glad I didn't use my flip cover yet. The protective cover with the phone in a pouch is the best combination in my opinion, :good:
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Which pouch fits with the protective cover on at the same time?
I have the official samsung oem pouch but its super tight
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I just bought this for 10 bucks on ebay.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/27111695066...eName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2648
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Rule of thumb. If you are OCD about the appearance of your case don't buy a white case.
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I've used a white flipcase since they were available. No discoloration for me at all. Mine has stayed very clean and like new. Carry it in my pocket everyday. And use it lots at work and home.
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NightHawkUndead said:
I've used a white flipcase since they were available. No discoloration for me at all. Mine has stayed very clean and like new. Carry it in my pocket everyday. And use it lots at work and home.
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Hmmm I have no idea why mines so bad than. Does anyone have an email I could try? I called the number they gave me and was told you got it dirty thats not our fault meanwhile looking at the case you csn tell its never been dirtied.
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Got mine about a week back also oem and white no shading of Brown or any other color at all. Maybe edges since they rub when I put it in my pocket.
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Im really thinking I got a batch with like bad material or something.
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Quit smoking blunts and hot boxing. And wasting Samsung's time.
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@rbiter said:
Quit smoking blunts and hot boxing. And wasting Samsung's time.
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Actually I got my case replaces as an obvious defect. Ill check in on it in a week
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Already having issues. I believe its because the inside of the case is also green everywhere that gets the least bit moist (sweaty palms) discolors almost instantly. I just tried to clean a little spot and it turned gray as soon as it got touched
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Best Buy Screen Protector - Possible to get free FYI - Also Pricematch

Just got back home with my new ONE. While I was at Bestbuy, a guy was also getting an HTC ONE next to me. The girl checking him out said, "do you want a screen protector?" He said "how much" and she replied "Free!"
Anyways, I have no idea why she gave him a free screen protector, but when I was done with my transaction (After I paid and received my receipt) I asked the girl helping me if I also would be getting a free screen protector and she was like "oh yeah... hang on" then she grabbed a Zagg Invisible Shield HD ($25.99), rang it up, discounted it -$25.99 and then put the package and receipt in the bag while asking if I wanted her to install it.
Long story short, just act like you thought you were going to get a free screen protector and you might get one at the end... that is if you ask about it, or say you "heard"
Also, I have an upgrade available but opted to buy the phone outright as I need to get an S4 too. So I asked if they can price match sprints non-contract price of $549... she said no prob, how much? And I told her $549.... she didn't verify anything, just called a manager to come and override the computer, and that was it!
Time to play with the phone now!

got mine free as well when i bought at bestbuy

Yes, BB is offering a screen protector with the HTC One (not sure how long the offer lasts though). The BB I went to had a printed flyer advertising the free screen protector. However, 3 separate BB's I visited would not price match Newegg's (or any competitor's) offer. They said there was a recent policy change that they do not price match "contract phones" and sure enough, the fine print on BB's website confirms it. Sounds like that because the $549 was off contract, that's probably why they went ahead and price matched for the OP.

I too got the screen protector free. They said it was for today and tomorrow only.
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I got one free when I purchased my EVO 4G from Best Buy, 3 years ago. It was on my phone for all of about a day before I ripped it off. I just didn't think I could get used to the look and feel. Always good to get free stuff, though. :good:

Funny thing that they didn't even knew about the promotion at the BB that I got my phone from, I had to show them that it was on their website and I took them 10 min to figure it out how to get the code to work and get it to work. I don't really need the screen protector because I got an Otter box defender case with build screen protector but I not liking the cutout for the speakers, it seem I'm going to get dust in there and scratch the glass.

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Funny thing that they didn't even knew about the promotion at the BB that I got my phone from, I had to show them that it was on their website and I took them 10 min to figure it out how to get the code to work and get it to work. I don't really need the screen protector because I got an Otter box defender case with build screen protector but I not liking the cutout for the speakers, it seem I'm going to get dust in there and scratch the glass.
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Yeah, through my experience with otterboxes, they will scratch the ish out of your screen. Best bet is to have a secondary screen protector under it or just apply your own and break the one on the otterbox off.

youkosnake said:
Yeah, through my experience with otterboxes, they will scratch the ish out of your screen. Best bet is to have a secondary screen protector under it or just apply your own and break the one on the otterbox off.
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I was thinking the same, just put in the Zagg screen protector underneath the otterbox one, I'm just wondering if anyone has tried this because I'm worried that is going to affect the sensitivity of the screen.

Bah! I just went in to get my pre-order from Best Buy (at 8pm), and the sales rep said they were offering a "discounted screen protector" for the price of $7.99! I was like... I wasn't planning on using a screen protector anyway, so screw that.

Ya this is the advertisement online.
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Mine they said free but they would installation was 7.99. I asked if I could install myself, and they said yes. My phone freedom 50$ did not come up so we had to call and wait. She said she would install for free as we wait. I also got a free case. She set my HTC box on top of it on the counter. As she bagged everything she just grabbed the box put it in the bag. When I got home I had the rocket fish case in the bag.
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G2 At&t Quick Window case?

Does anyone know where I can purchase this case? I've tried every AT&T in my area and in the Seattle area and I cannot find anyone with this case in stock for purchase.

I have been looking with no luck. If you find one. Please let me know where.
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bri315317 said:
I have been looking with no luck. If you find one. Please let me know where.
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I will call at&t directly after I cancel my Verizon order for the wrong case. I'll let you know what happens.....
I am on the phone with AT&T and they can NOT find this case in their system/inventory....it's so annoying. If we had Verizon here in Anchorage, I would take back this phone and go with the Verizon variant. I spoke with an AT&T rep who is calling all the stores within a hundred miles to see if she can locate one for me. When she calls me back, I will update this post.

Try some T Mobile Stores as well, I know they give one for free maybe they have some in stock early before the phone release.

I just searched all over google search and NOTHING!!! Sucks cus i always have a case and screen protector literally the instant i take my device out the box. When i saw this case i fell in love, perfect for me at the gym with that little window music player. Just tap tap and change track, lol! Only place i've found this sold is on ebay in S. Korea for $79.99, not worth half that price imo for what the case is actually made out of. Costs probably $5 to make this damn case and sells for $79.99, yeah no deal!

A bit off topic, but while the Verizon rep was trying to figure out what the G2 even was, I tried on this case in the store and was severely disappointed in how cheap it felt.
My main issues are that nothing holds the flap closed so it gets caught on my pocket pulling it in and out and the hinge is the cheapest parts of the entire case, so it "shifts" on the phone. I can't explain it much better than that, but the window cover just sort of "flaps around."
Just thought I would share so you don't loose too much sleep trying to track it down.

Best buy now shows the window case online but its not available anywhere yet. Hopefully this means they are expecting some because I have been looking since purchase also

Just ordered it from Best Buy!!!
It was my understanding that LG wasn't releasing this case the same time the phone was released... Hence why everyone is having such problems finding it.
Best Buy said it wasn't available in any stores yet, but I did just order it from online, and they say it will ship tomorrow... So, I think that is your best best. The only have the black color available though, but they do have it for all the carriers, including VZW .

Anyone try the aftermarket quickwindow case linked below by Coverbot? I may....also doubles as a stand....hmmmmm
http://www.amazon.com/CoverBot-Quic...d=1381338554&sr=8-2&keywords=quickwindow+case

just picked one up from t mobile. taking it back doesnt add 50 bucks worth of protection or features

T mobile sent me one free with my phone. I strongly advise against using this case without a screen protector.
The metal banding around the inside of the window scratched my screen. Granted the scratch is barely visible and it takes some effort to see but I imagine it would only get worse from there so I stopped using it. Anyone want mine?
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I'll give you my white one, it doesn't fit my phone right. The bottom left hand corner keeps popping out.
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cmbtswmr said:
A bit off topic, but while the Verizon rep was trying to figure out what the G2 even was, I tried on this case in the store and was severely disappointed in how cheap it felt.
My main issues are that nothing holds the flap closed so it gets caught on my pocket pulling it in and out and the hinge is the cheapest parts of the entire case, so it "shifts" on the phone. I can't explain it much better than that, but the window cover just sort of "flaps around."
Just thought I would share so you don't loose too much sleep trying to track it down.
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Thanks for this information. This case is not going to be for me. I'll try to sell mine for a few bucks mine when Sprint ships the G2.

thanasisc4 said:
T mobile sent me one free with my phone. I strongly advise against using this case without a screen protector.
The metal banding around the inside of the window scratched my screen. Granted the scratch is barely visible and it takes some effort to see but I imagine it would only get worse from there so I stopped using it. Anyone want mine?
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Unfortunately I must agree :/
I've been using this case for two weeks now and noticed today that my screen is scratched. And the scratches are visible :/
I wrote to LG about that and I'm waiting for the answer.
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zima_elo said:
Unfortunately I must agree :/
I've been using this case for two weeks now and noticed today that my screen is scratched. And the scratches are visible :/
I wrote to LG about that and I'm waiting for the answer.
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Wow, that looks bad, I am surprised noone followed up to this. What did LG say, if they responded at all?

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Wow, that looks bad, I am surprised noone followed up to this. What did LG say, if they responded at all?
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Unfortunately they haven't. I am sick and tired of waiting, so on Monday I will return the phone and the case to my mobile operator with a reclamation.

Hey Clownzer,
If you still have the white cover could I possibly have it? Thanks