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What is the BEST case for the Galaxy Tab?

I just love the ipad case. It is so thin and works real well.
Is there a good case for the SGT that is similar to the ipad case. I prefer super thin and light.

I carry mine in a small messenger bag. So I just wanted something as low-profile as possible, but that would keep me protected at all times from scratches, etc.
I went with the following two, and I couldn't be happier. No matter what you do, get the back protected fast, as it will get scratched up fast.
Case/Sleeve
Screen Protector

I'm using the original samsung pda model case one. Looks great, feels great and still fit on my back pocket.

I use the SGP Argos book-type case.
Not only is it solid as they come, but its also excellent protection - my tab dropped from the roof of a SUV and neither the case nor the tab were damaged in any way.
Also, theres no need for a screen protector once you have a case like this, unless youre planning on using the thing with sand-covered fingers...

im using capdase soft jacket 2, it fits precisely, slim(2mm thick but decend material) and stand holder is removable when u dont need desk stand.
but the only thing softjacket cannot protect is the screen, but hey gorrila glass+antiglare screen protector will do
i used a notebook like slide in case but when i was reading ebook that flappy cover is quite annoying... but its just me ...
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erlz,
That is exactly the kind of case I've been looking for. A nice slim hard back shell with a kickstand.
A couple of questions for you, I you don't mind. How easily does the kickstand part come on/off? Is it pretty secure once it's in place?
Also where did you purchase yours? Amazon only lists one obscure seller when I searched the case there.
Thanks again!

i'm using a Speck hard case/shell, The edge is matte black rubber and the back panel is plastic with a camouflage printed fabric streched over it. it makes the tab a bit thicker, especially around the edge, but its still nice to hold, and i like that the edge of it is raised a bit in front so you can place the tab face down on a table and the screen wont touch the surface. Great fit, buttons/ports are accessible. using a matte screen protector as well, and i just stuff it in my bag. No scratches or dings so far.

The samsung tab case is a disgrace, and so badly designed i have had to buy a replacement.
Why?
the compartment for holding the tab secure obscures the screen and is so thick and raised from the unit, it is actually difficult to use the hard keys and any function close to the screen edges.
The stand mechanism is awkward to use and generally leaves the unit unstable.
The flap to retain the tab is pathetic so the unit constantly moves and if used in conjunction with the stand, the tab actually slips out.
Rubbish.
Ipurchase some cheap case off ebay, but went for one that uses a formed plastic shell to hold the unit. Not only is this more secure, but also leaves screen completely free.
It also stands better
and because its thinner materials, the tab is a pleasure to use again.

pawces said:
i'm using a Speck hard case/shell, The edge is matte black rubber and the back panel is plastic with a camouflage printed fabric streched over it. it makes the tab a bit thicker, especially around the edge, but its still nice to hold, and i like that the edge of it is raised a bit in front so you can place the tab face down on a table and the screen wont touch the surface. Great fit, buttons/ports are accessible. using a matte screen protector as well, and i just stuff it in my bag. No scratches or dings so far.
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Currently using casemate barely there case. Its good but the fit isn't tight enough. I'm just picky. I ordered the capdase soft jacket. Luckily it was on sale for 19.99 at my local computer store.

Been using a Zenus case on the tab and have to say it's the best made and best fitting case I've ever used on any device. Very high quality materials. Only gotcha is that the magnetic clasp is so strong that it'll affect apps that use a compass, but not found that a problem in day to day use. It also took a few weeks to get here from South Korea. Some pics taken of it just now using my nexus 1 .
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As with all samsung devices. I use a screen protector and cheap silicon sleeve combo. Nit as pretty as stock cases but very protective. My mp3 is still as good as new after 3 years.

I tried loads of cases, zenus, belkin leather book case, belkin silicone case, unbrand silicone case, samsung sleeve, piquadro sleeve.
But the best one is the Targus one: http://www.targus.com/uk/product_details.asp?sku=THZ040EU
Only issue is that the case miss the camera hole, but inserting and exerting the tab from the case is super fast, while when inserted the tablet remains really secured.
The case is THICK, and really solid, i think it will protect the Tab from every kind of falls.
The stand is firm and as the front cover is very rigid it can be used also on uneven or soft surfaces i.e. your legs while in the couch, or your chest while in bed (pro tip: use a bluetooth mouse under the covers so your entire body will remain warm )
When the front flap is completely bent over the back and secured with the elastic band it is barely noticeable, not like the zenus one that is a pain in the arse; and also you can insert your hand in the space between the front and back cover to effortlessly keep the Tab.
The materials are top notch, great black leather for the extern and soft suede for the intern.
Do yourself a favor and buy this case
P.S. i don't work for Targus
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Earthbrain said:
I just love the ipad case. It is so thin and works real well.
Is there a good case for the SGT that is similar to the ipad case. I prefer super thin and light.
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what ipad case? do you mean the smart cover? i use the official leather flip case for my tab. great all round protection, but it is significantly heavier and bulkier.

DarkPal said:
As with all samsung devices. I use a screen protector and cheap silicon sleeve combo. Nit as pretty as stock cases but very protective. My mp3 is still as good as new after 3 years.
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Can't beat em for value..
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130456440894&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT
http://cgi.ebay.com/BLUE-GEL-CASE-C..._MobilePhonesCasesPouches&hash=item1e5fcf503e
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Awesome man! Great proce too

im using the original samsung leather case, awesome

Declan79 said:
im using the original samsung leather case, awesome
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yes, like the zenus with the hand carrier...wondering to had one in this original samsung

Cheap and cheerful silicone case off ebay + screen protector ftw ! Easy to hold and slip into most jacket pockets.Found I couldn't type as fast as some of the bulkier alternatives.

Galaxy Note 2 Flip Case Review

I bought it from mobilefun's website. I have owned flip covers for Note 1, Galaxy S3 and this is, by far the best. Samsung must have listened to the myriad complaints revolving around the whole flip cover thing and improved the quality remarkably.
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(+) Looks lovely
(+) Matches the grey metallic finish of the Note 2.
(+) Adds little weight
(+) Flap's quality has increased like 10x times as compared to the Note 1's flip cover's flip.
(+) Protects the big screen
(+) You do not need to use screen protector anymore
(+) Replaces back cover of Note 2 and thus adds little to overall thickness.
(+) White Note 2s can enjoy the contrast it produces
(-) Expensive. Should be cheaper.
(-) It is more about adding class and style to your phone rather than adding protection.
I have posted a detailed review on my site too. You can read it here.

Looks good! Cant wait to get mine!!! My note 2 is "naked" at the moment. We'll I have to get an screen protector while I'm waiting for the cover.
Does it add much to the thickness of the note? Love how thin it is atm though

The flap adds ~1mm thickness.
One thing I forgot to mention above - the case is NFC compatible
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As for S3 the side peel within day one.
Does the side of Note 2 flip cover feels like it too?

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As for S3 the side peel within day one.
Does the side of Note 2 flip cover feels like it too?
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Quality of S3's flip cover was pretty good. May be you got a lemon.
Flip cover for first generation Note was terrible.
Quality of Note 2 is pretty good. No complaints so far.
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I received mine from here http://www.bmcdigital.co.uk/catalog...ack-flip-cover-for-n7100-note-2-ii-efc1j9fseg
Its quite a bit cheaper than elsewhere in the UK £20.95 and the white one is a couple of pounds more.
Quality cover i am really pleased with it.

Does the cover protect the camera lense? In other words, is it thick enough so that when I place the phone on its back, the lense is not touching the table?

Ordered genuine flip cover silver for 12euros. Will get tomorrow

EdgaBimbam said:
Ordered genuine flip cover silver for 12euros. Will get tomorrow
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Did you order it from an online shop? If so could we have a link please?
Thanks

stormrain said:
Did you order it from an online shop? If so could we have a link please?
Thanks
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nop it isnt online shop :/ local one
http://www.kilobaitas.lt/Priedai/Sa...atalogStoreDetail.aspx?CatID=PL_554&ID=454779
in euros it is ~13 so i think it is pretty cheap ;D

I'm using this as my temporary case until my TPU cases come. For me the main purpose of a case is to cover up the chrome border that is bound to get scratched and this case doesn't do that.

I like my flip case as well.. i just ordered a case from samsung site along with a dock as well...
Will also get a case with a kickstand once they are out!

how is the quality of the back cover on this flip case compared to the stock cover? My stock cover is flimsy and squeaks already

thank you for the review, i was thinking about picking one up.

Could any post pictures of the backside/give a little description of it?
I know the Leather Flip for the OG Note had a texture to it which I quite liked and I remember seeing that the White version of the Flip Cover for the GN2 has a bit of texture.
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I am now seeing these available on the Samsung US site along with the hard protective cases. Several colors of the hard, gray or light blue in the flip. I ordered a white protective case without issue. (Pending timely arrival of course )
I'm too new to post links, sorry.

MOD EDIT

You can buy these in the US at Sprint. To answer some of your questions:
It replaces the phone back and has the incorporated nfc.
It does not add any protection for the camera lens.
I close mine when talking on the phone to stop getting facial oil on my screen. Always hated that.
Its true it doesnt protect the edges at all, but no one buying this is doing so for edge protection. I have seen diy case modifications that people have done to use this case in conjunction with a bumper case. Just adds to the bulk.
I believe this is an outstanding case for those of us who baby their phones. Its not for the irresponsible note owner as it provides zero shock protection. I use this case in conjunction with a suction cup ball that sticks to the back for a kickstand when needed. Love it, this flip case makes the note look even classier
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markccq said:
Does the cover protect the camera lense? In other words, is it thick enough so that when I place the phone on its back, the lense is not touching the table?
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The answer is yes. See the attached pictures.

how is the quality of the back on this case compared to the original battery cover?
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Belkin Snap Folio Case

After cracking the screen on my Note 2 with a very short less than 2 foot drop I decided I needed to upgrade the protection on my phone. I had a Cruzerlite on there and I thought that was about as good as you could get until you started getting into the big bulky dual and triple layer cases. After looking over my options I picked up the Belkin Snap Folio case at a Verizon store today. Lots of things I like about it and a couple of things I don't. I wasn't sure I would like a folio style case as I think the cover would be a PITA. After a whole day I'm getting used too it, not saying I'm loving the flip open style case but it is growing on me. It does add some thickness to the phone, not as bad as a Defender or the like but more so that my TPU case. It is a little more difficult to pull out of my bluejeans (Levis slim cut) pocket because of the size, the soft leather body which is grippier, and the snap tab which will grab the edge of the pocket. I don''t know if thi will go away with some use but the snap closure curls up when it is used as a stand and obstructs the phone. Hopefully this will go away as I work and break in the leather. There is an indention for the home button on the cover so it lessens the chance of accidental presses waking the device. The leather is soft and the case has a good high quality feel too it. Although it does feel like a quality product don't confuse that for the feel of a premium product you will get some some of the more expensive leather cases available on the market.
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There is a hard rubberized plastic shell that is fused to the inside of the leather folio case. I like this design because of the way all 4 corners are protected. The thick still leather body also adds quite a bit of protection and will help absorb the energy of a fall. I also like the security of the cover protecting the glass during a fall. My wife broke her GSII when it fell and hit a pebble sticking up out of the grass. The fit is perfect and all ports like up exactly. With the case closed you have access to the power button, USB port, and headset port. The headset port looks like it is partially blocked but that isn't the case. It is unobstructed and you will have no problems fitting any headphones. My Westones which usually have a hard time fitting into any case unmodified have no problems with this case.

Nice write-up... thx for posting. I've considered a folio case, but have one huge concern. Does the front cover easily fold all the way around to the back (so it's flat on back cover) to allow access to the volume rockers? I frequently use my Note2 in landscape mode (games, landscape typing, etc) and am curious if this case folds all the way back so phone can be held in landscape mode and access volume keys. Thx

Good review.
I am also interested to know if you can bend it all the way back.
DoctorQMM, you can with the official flip case serie and they are very durable. I see absolutely no sign of wear to the fold on mine after two intense moths of use! One word of warning however. The inside of the white one gets very dirty.

Zero problem folding all the way back on itself. I use it that way the majority of the time

Folded back on itself.

A bit fugly for my taste, but it appears to be quite functional.
I prefer vertical flips as it seems more natural (to me) to let the cover fall and talk. With side flips you have to bend them for sure. As this one has a speaker cutout I guess you can always close it after the call is initiated, and then hang up with the power button.
Two major flaws tho... once again they didn't bother to add a cutout for the notification light, meaning that if the phone is in the desk and closed, you will never see events. And they also didn't bother to cut for the volume rocker on the left side. I'm starting to think that if I want a proper case I have to learn some leathersmith skills and buy some equipment. Maybe create a BeoCase business. /heads to kickstarter.com

I have one of these cases. Highly recommend! :beer:
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I'm starting to think that these cheap tpu cases are not good for even small drops. I wonder if it would be appropriate to start a thread on which cases can actually survive a drop and which cases do not. Doesn't matter if it's a $2 ebay case or a $60 defender.
Not a big fan of these Folio cases because they expose too much of the top and/or bottom.

Does the flap that keeps the cover down become annoying while trying to use the phone?

AssMilk said:
Does the flap that keeps the cover down become annoying while trying to use the phone?
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Don't notice it normally. Now that I have use it a little it sits flatter when using the stand feature so it isn't that bad any more and doesn't get in the way.

cdmoore74 said:
I'm starting to think that these cheap tpu cases are not good for even small drops. I wonder if it would be appropriate to start a thread on which cases can actually survive a drop and which cases do not. Doesn't matter if it's a $2 ebay case or a $60 defender.
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What does this have to do with the OP?
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Dakota0206 said:
What does this have to do with the OP?
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I mentioned that my screen cracked with a TPU case in the OP, which probably prompted that post.

Sorry to bump an old thread but I'm wonder how the inner case is affixed to the leather outer. Is it just glued? I like this case but am concerned the inner will eventually come apart from the outer.
Thanks
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mr mystery said:
Sorry to bump an old thread but I'm wonder how the inner case is affixed to the leather outer. Is it just glued? I like this case but am concerned the inner will eventually come apart from the outer.
Thanks
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Just got this case and I love it. From what I can see it looks glued together.

mcp2009 said:
Just got this case and I love it. From what I can see it looks glued together.
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Thanks, I bit the bullet and got one too. I like it a lot. Exactly what I've been looking for.
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MYBAT Jolt Case mini review - amazing case for only $6

I'm not that great at prose. Bullet points for all of you!
Bought from here. Also comes in white and red.
Notes:
The great big DANGER sticker and Big Scary Laser sticker is something I bought separately.
Pros:
It's 6 freaking dollars!
Does not feel cheap
Volume/power buttons retain their 'click'
Reasonable protection
High lip for drop protection
Lip does not impede touching the edge of the screen
Stand actually useful (comfortable angle)
Slippery enough to slide into my pocket, grippy enough to comfortably stay on a table
Does not attract fingerprints at all
Fit is very tight, phone absolutely won't come out on its own
Feels comfortably rugged but not ridiculously so
Would not be afraid to drop the phone whilst in the case
Cons:
Volume/power buttons have very little definition on the case, very easy to accidentally press volume down whilst holding the phone
Stylus cutout could be a tad bigger
Larger headphone connectors may not fit
Larger microUSB connectors may not fit
Can be a little fiddly to get the phone out of the case due to tight fit
Neutral:
Stand only has one angle (I like it for the simplicity, but each to their own)
Stand feels a little flimsy (I don't think it will break unless someone smacks the phone down whilst standing)
No dust covers on the jacks (I personally like this as I hate having to remove dust covers when I want to plug anything in)
Wrapup:
For $6 shipped I couldn't be happier.
Unless I find something hugely better or the otterbox commuter drops in price by $20, I'm sticking with this.
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I've got the same case, modded it to use with my flip cover and it works great. With the flip cover on I can fold it back and prop the stand on it or it lays flat in front like a keyboard on a laptop. The only problem I have with it is the kickstand is a bit flimsy.
I like to break stuff!

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I've got the same case, modded it to use with my flip cover and it works great.
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I think I might give this one a go - can't say no to extra protection!

montymintypie said:
I think I might give this one a go - can't say no to extra protection!
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I put the flip cover on, then put the case on and marked it just 1mm-2mm from the top and bottom of the flip cover then removed the case and cut it down to the little groove along the back edge, then cut along the groove. Afterwards I sanded the back edge with 200-1800 grit sand paper and it looks factory finished now.
I like to break stuff!

-EViL-KoNCEPTz- said:
I put the flip cover on, then put the case on and marked it just 1mm-2mm from the top and bottom of the flip cover then removed the case and cut it down to the little groove along the back edge, then cut along the groove. Afterwards I sanded the back edge with 200-1800 grit sand paper and it looks factory finished now.
I like to break stuff!
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I don't quite read you... Pics?

Monty, i found one exact replica of the Otterbox Commuter for $5 and mod it to have a thin kickstand.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2153383
I spliced in the kickstand from a $9 TPU casing. The point is it's more protected from drops & has a functional stand without the $70 cost from where I come from.
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TheNeighbor101 said:
Monty, i found one exact replica of the Otterbox Commuter for $5 and mod it to have a thin kickstand.
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If you can find me an ebay link I'll happily buy some to experiment with!

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If you can find me an ebay link I'll happily buy some to experiment with!
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Sorry, mate. I could only find it in a kiosk shop chain here called Swisstech. Nothing online.
SG Note II rooted with stock 4.1.1

Im pretty sure THIS is the same case.

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Im pretty sure THIS is the same case.
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Correct, it is identical.

Got the same case from amazon for a buck with 5 bucks shipping. Very god review and I agree with all of it.
Pics of the models version would be awesome.
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Im uploading some pics of the case and flip cover now, will take some with them on the phone when my wife gets home so I can use her phone camera
I like to break stuff!

Anyone with the white case notice a halo when taking flash pictures?
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I just received my uag scout case and then I see this thread. Blast. The uag case is nice. Fit is not a hundred percent but protection feels good. What it is, is not worth 39 that I paid for it. This case looks like it would offer similar level of protection to the uag case. Anybody compared the two? Might get it to cutout the back to allow for better charging wen I finally get around to performing the induction charging mod.

I like to break stuff!

I'll post pictures on the phone soon, either tonight if I can get decent pics with my wifes photon on weds when I get home and have my 2nd note I can put the case on and take pics
I like to break stuff!

I just got the same one. It's tight. No pun intended.
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The only thing to be careful with on this case is the inside edges are pretty sharp, at least on mine, and scuff up the edges of the phone. The reason I don't use it on my new note.
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asmd6230 said:
I just received my uag scout case and then I see this thread. Blast. The uag case is nice. Fit is not a hundred percent but protection feels good. What it is, is not worth 39 that I paid for it. This case looks like it would offer similar level of protection to the uag case. Anybody compared the two? Might get it to cutout the back to allow for better charging wen I finally get around to performing the induction charging mod.
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Sorry, but in terms of quality these are in a different category. Two months ago I said to myself after getting a handful of ebay cases - hey they all cost as much as one of the premium one. Then, I compared it to those from UAG, Case-Mate, and Otterbox - and the quality and fitment of ebay cases was pale in comparison. They will offer a similar level of protection, I will not deny that. But you will see how brittle plastic material is, how hard to push volume/power buttons, how flimsy and stretchy silicone inserts, how poorly inner/outer shells interconnect, how flimsy kickstand is, the silicone/plastic gets a blue shade from your jeans pocket, and how poor some of the port openings are. Regarding price of UAG - that's expected when a brand new product is released and there is such a high demand for it, thanks to a great reputation of their S3 cases.

Here's pics of it on the phone itself
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[Review] Official Samsung case (NOT the flip case!)

So after my Nilkin case took a tumble and broke one of the edges by the volume rocker I wanted to review some other cases that offered more protection around the edges without adding bulk. The criteria was simple, stick as close to the thickness of the Nilkin as possible but add more protection.
Today I have the Samsung official case that Mobilefun have kindly sent me.
One thing is for certain, pictures make it look thicker than it actually is. The Nilkin case is barely any thinner but you get the added top and bottom protection on this Samsung case which gives the impression of a thicker case in images. In reality it feels more comfortable than the Nilkin due to the curvier shape and soft case bezel. I find it nicer to type with this case on as my fingers are no longer rubbing against the straight edge at the bottom like they would with the Nilkin and all other snap on cases like it.
Negatives:
I can spot one immediately which is that the back is glossy and as such does attract fingerprints, dust and scratches. Over time this finish will look tired like car paintwork that's seen sponges and machine car washes (I've yet to see a glossy black finish that doesn't end up this way on a gadget!) so bare this in mind. It might be possible to take a scouring pad to it like we did with the glossy Galaxy S2 bits back in the day
Regardless of the name "Hard case" it's not actually all hard, the Nilkin is harder. The back of the Samsung case is hard glossy plastic but the rest is harder flexible material and feels like it will take more of an absorbing impact.
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Vs Nilkin
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It's a £15 case so for once it's not unreasonably priced compared to the branded 3rd party cases out there (Casemate, Otterbox etc) given that it's an official accessory. I'm due a couple of other cases so will compare the lot in a few days but so far this Samsung case has impressed me. It will definitely take more of a beating than the Nilkin has and protect my phone at the same time... Which leads me on to beatings. Had I received this case a couple of days earlier I would not currently have a chip on the lower right of the screen on my handset after a nasty fall on brick stairs.
Such is life

I also use this case now and like it. Although got it slightly cheaper from amazon - around £10 ( http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B009KZ36ZM/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00 )
I was thinking of combining this case with the official flip case (to better protect the screen surface). Has anyone tried it? Does it work or the extra bulk of the flip case does not allow this protective case to be fitted?

Hmm not sure how the flip would work with this case on without cutting the soft side bits?

I tried the case mate tough first but the cutouts around the usb port and s-pen were too sharp and made the phone uncomfortable to hold.
Have the Samsung case on my wife's Note II and and liked it, have one myself now

robbiekhan said:
Hmm not sure how the flip would work with this case on without cutting the soft side bits?
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I am not sure too - would be good to try it myself, but nobody of my friends with Note2 has a flip case.
I have seen this idea being implemented using a slightly moded UAG case (if I am not mistaken) and official flip cover. I think I saw it in this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1931209
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Here it is - look a short discussion around posts 1002-1010: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1931209&page=101
And another combination of a protective case with a flip cover: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=38575302&postcount=1082

Wow.... Those photos.... So beautifully shot it made me tempted to get one myself too!

DaniLoveSky said:
I am not sure too - would be good to try it myself, but nobody of my friends with Note2 has a flip case.
I have seen this idea being implemented using a slightly moded UAG case (if I am not mistaken) and official flip cover. I think I saw it in this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1931209
Update:
Here it is - look a short discussion around posts 1002-1010: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1931209&page=101
And another combination of a protective case with a flip cover: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=38575302&postcount=1082
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Hmm I'm still undecided on this, if you give it a try then be sure to post your thoughts and of course pics!
kEvinErd said:
Wow.... Those photos.... So beautifully shot it made me tempted to get one myself too!
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Thanks! You don't have to buy one just because of the pictures but I do try to put across how stuff looks in reality in my pictures because I've never been a fan of stock photos as it looks different in person.
Mujja said:
I tried the case mate tough first but the cutouts around the usb port and s-pen were too sharp and made the phone uncomfortable to hold.
Have the Samsung case on my wife's Note II and and liked it, have one myself now
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Yeah that's the problem with some cases where they have sharp/non curved bits around the bottom so when you use the phone it's a bit uncomfortable. Normally it's not noticeable until you use another case that doesn't have it and it's a nice welcome difference.

This case can be used along with the replacement backdoor flip cover (OEM Samsung with nfc). I also use the backdoor flip cover with my Otterbox commuter case without a problem and without modification. It's awesome in both applications because you get full phone protection, and in the instance I'm using the case discussed in this thread, without adding a lot of bulk to the phone.
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harajyuks said:
This case can be used along with the replacement backdoor flip cover (OEM Samsung with nfc). I also use the backdoor flip cover with my Otterbox commuter case without a problem and without modification. It's awesome in both applications because you get full phone protection, and in the instance I'm using the case discussed in this thread, without adding a lot of bulk to the phone.
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Thank you for the info!
Could you post few photos of the combo in closed and open states please?
Just to make sure it is convenient for my use patterns before buying it...

If you want to use the official Samsung case with the flip cover, many people (myself included) just cut the softer outer plastic bit where it impedes the flip cover. Thanks to the back being a harder plastic it doesn't lose too much integrity and still holds onto the phone fine. There was a thread about it here in this section with photos and stuff, I'm sure you'll find it with a bit of searching.
The benefit of actually cutting the case rather than leaving it intact is you can still fold the cover back and type with two hands, whereas I'd you didn't the case would only open to about 90° from the screen
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DaniLoveSky said:
Thank you for the info!
Could you post few photos of the combo in closed and open states please?
Just to make sure it is convenient for my use patterns before buying it...
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D3_ said:
If you want to use the official Samsung case with the flip cover, many people (myself included) just cut the softer outer plastic bit where it impedes the flip cover. Thanks to the back being a harder plastic it doesn't lose too much integrity and still holds onto the phone fine. There was a thread about it here in this section with photos and stuff, I'm sure you'll find it with a bit of searching.
The benefit of actually cutting the case rather than leaving it intact is you can still fold the cover back and type with two hands, whereas I'd you didn't the case would only open to about 90° from the screen
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Here you go
The phone with the flip cover back door installed
A few pictures with the car in question in this post
Some more with the flip cover back door in combination with the Otterbox commuter
The case would fit better with modification but I chose to not modify and it works fine. Definitely requires 2 handed use until your used to welding it in these configurations.
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And here I've made the glossy back matte
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robbiekhan said:
And here I've made the glossy back matte
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And why would you do that, Back to the review I brought this case off amazon uk and yes its a good case does not add to much bulk ti the phone either. No point wasting money on cheap tpu cases anymore as the official is only £10.
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To see what it's like with a matte finish as matte looks more professional than glossy. And why not for the sale of posting feedback?

Nice post!
Could you post a picture of the inside of the case, specifically the part where the lanyard loop goes? Is it recessed, and is it strong?
Amazing pictures, makes me want to get it more, and it's one of the few cases with a lanyard loop :good:

Damn sorry I don't have it any more