Hello all, I've decided to do a review of two metal aluminum bumper cases I've tried. Unfortunately, as nice as they both looked, they both had issues that I feel need to be pointed out for those that may have come across these on ebay and are thinking about purchasing one.
The first one I tried was the version with the ridges on the sides and cutouts for the buttons which seems to be found pretty commonly on ebay (not the version with the buttons built into the case which also can be found ebay).
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The finish of the case is very nice, there aren't any rough spots in the aluminum save for a sharp corner at the cutout for the stylus. I believe that the aluminum is anodized, and so the color seems very durable and resistant to normal wear. The phone has no problem fitting inside the case, and even with a SGP Ultra Crystal screen protector, the front piece slides over without issue. There are slightly thick strips of tape that act as bumpers to prevent the case from scratching up the bezel of the phone.
The cutouts, while executed well enough, did not seem to be thought out well and are the source of my complaints. The cutout for the headphones is rectangular, which was weird off the bat. With the phone seated, the plug is lined up with an edge of the cutout, making it impossible to plug in the factory headphones, which already has a very thin plug. The cutout for the micro USB port barely allows the factory USB cable to be plugged in. There is some play with the thick strips of tape, so the phone can be manipulated to allow the plug to fit, but it is forced to sit at an angle. Given how thin the factory USB plug housing is, no other USB cable I've tried will fit properly. The button cutouts are generous at least, and do not hinder normal use very much.
I should note that the ridges on the side of the case do not provide any added grip to the phone, and in fact have made the phone feel more slippery in my hand and when trying to retrieve it from my pocket.
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The next one I tried was branded "Zomgo" and was ordered from ebay:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/140878326463?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649
Again, this case appeared to be very well finished. There don't seem to be any flaws in the machining or anodizing. The interior of the case has thicker foam strips, which appear to be much more substantial than the first case. Because of this, the phone fits very snug in the case, and also has a bit more play if forced to move inside the case.
The cutouts in the case again are well executed, but not well thought out. The headphone jack cutout is round, and was the only cutout (aside from the microphone cutouts) that worked properly using the factory headphones. The main problem is the USB port cutout. Although it appears to have a more generous cutout than the previous case, the plug cannot fit properly without manipulating the phone inside the case. The foam provides play and the plug can be forced in, but it also sits at an angle like the first case. Although in both cases, the plug can fully seat this way, it does not seem ideal and may damage the plug or port. That said, both cases will most likely not work at all with any other USB plugs that have thicker housings than the factory one. The cutouts for the buttons are smaller and deeper than the first case, causing more difficulty in accessing the buttons.
It should be noted that both of these cases offer no type of rear protection when laying the phone on the table. Most of the back cover actually sits further out than the edge of the case, and so I've gotten in the habit of laying the phone face down to take advantage of the lip on the front.
I will attempt to fix the second case by removing the thicker foam strips and replacing it with something thinner like the tape inside the first case or similar (possibly electrical tape). Hopefully this will allow the phone to be positioned inside the case where the USB port lines up properly with the case cutout.
not looking for this type of case but am grateful for the nice review.
Did you notice any signal loss issues with either bumper?
Great and helpful reviews. I am interested in a bumper style case myself.
Waiting on some good reviews of the kind that replaces the squishy buttons...
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I got this simply stunning bumper case for my S3. combined with the custom battery back its amazing.
its 2 part and 4 "screws" hold it together. I am not a fan of the "look" of these slide together ones. has anyone see a case like this
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but for the Note II ?
Thank you all for the compliments and for reading. I've since tried to modify the Zomgo case with electrical tape to no avail. Leaving enough tape to allow the USB cable to be plugged in allows the phone to move around inside the case; adding too much tape brought me back to square one. I've abandoned both cases as I enjoy charging my phone and using my headphones too much without having to mess around with a case.
Looks like the search goes on for a minimalistic case.
Narsil007 said:
Did you notice any signal loss issues with either bumper?
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I do notice with each case I lose about a bar of signal.
nerys71 said:
I got this simply stunning bumper case for my S3. combined with the custom battery back its amazing.
its 2 part and 4 "screws" hold it together. I am not a fan of the "look" of these slide together ones. has anyone see a case like this
370668252902
but for the Note II ?
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I really liked that type of case and had wanted to buy one when I had my GS3. I've not been able to find a similar one for the Note 2,
Thanks for the review, nearly bought one to try but went for another cheapo thin style case, arriving soon so should be fun. Will put a short review too soon when I have the time.
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The one with buttons included in the best, the buttons feel good, all the cutouts are good, except the headpone one that doesn't fit a few number of headphones with thick plastic, but most headphone and jacks 90% of them fit very well or else add an extending cord that's slimmer.
I did a review of the black one. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=34153454#post34153454
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The one with buttons included in the best, the buttons feel good, all the cutouts are good, except the headpone one that doesn't fit a few number of headphones with thick plastic, but most headphone and jacks 90% of them fit very well or else add an extending cord that's slimmer.
I did a review of the black one. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=34153454#post34153454
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I think I might end up going with the one you reviewed, I had actually preferred a case without the buttons but yours and other reviews have said the case buttons were good to go. If the headphone port would fit the factory headphones, I'd be happy with that.
superchi said:
I think I might end up going with the one you reviewed, I had actually preferred a case without the buttons but yours and other reviews have said the case buttons were good to go. If the headphone port would fit the factory headphones, I'd be happy with that.
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I had a black ridged one before too, overall the engineering feels worse on the ridged one, it's now sitting in a box unused...
For the button bumper : Factory headphones fit very well. However it is a paint job and not anodizing , there is silver aluminium at one spot where I scratched the case pretty hard, but seeing how cheap theses are it's not really an issue, but if it is I recommend you take the pure silver one.
The metal bumper hurt my GPS signal on my GS2 so I'm curious if the note 2 suffers the same fate
I like the 2nd style better, is it less bulky or the same?
Found this which is slightly cheaper.
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=281021558358
However I can't find one of this style which have buttons.
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epicfailguy2 said:
The one with buttons included in the best, the buttons feel good, all the cutouts are good, except the headpone one that doesn't fit a few number of headphones with thick plastic, but most headphone and jacks 90% of them fit very well or else add an extending cord that's slimmer.
I did a review of the black one. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=34153454#post34153454
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I like the 2nd style better, is it less bulky or the same?
Found this which is slightly cheaper.
http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&id=281021558358
However I can't find one of this style which have buttons.
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They are very similar in size. In terms of feel, the 2nd style (Zomgo) feels less bulky because it has rounded edges and an overall smoother design. I would have really liked it more than the first one I posted if not for the problems with the USB cutout.
The bumper case that has buttons is the one mentioned above by epicfailguy2 who did a review of it as well. Here's a link I found on ebay (not sure if this is the cheapest price though).
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-Metal...743692?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item2c68bc7acc
My Aluminum bumper case killed my Note 2s signal. Bought it from ebay and couldnt stand the signal issues. I dont recommend one.
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Silver Zomgo Bumper Aluminum Battery Cover
I got the Zomgo Bumper with an Aluminum Cover. I had mine on order before reading the review ugh! and sure enough the original USB cable can not be used at all with the bumper I purchased! When it arrived I complained to the seller who gave me a $5 refund. I wanted to keep it as I really like the look. I purchased a cheapo 2.0 cable and filed down the plastic with a dremel. Works great!
The Zomgo Bumper on its own does not appear to cause any signal degradation, however the Aluminum Cover most definitely does. I will be swapping out the Aluminum Battery cover for a Silver carbon fiber one as the LTE data signal drops from 30mps to 9mps with it on
Thought I would reply to this if you really like the look of the Zomgo Bumper, but do not want to remove it to charge it!
nerys71 said:
I got this simply stunning bumper case for my S3. combined with the custom battery back its amazing.
its 2 part and 4 "screws" hold it together. I am not a fan of the "look" of these slide together ones. has anyone see a case like this
370668252902
but for the Note II ?
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I too am looking for the none slide case that screws together. Any idea if these are available from anywhere?
Nice review! It's very helpful thanks!
I've ordered the zumgo bumper couple weeks ago. I'll receive it soon I hope..
Could you post a picture of your case with the usb cable? I wanna see where the plug touch the case to see if I can modify it.
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the only ones I have found are insanely expensive variations
I recently took a gamble on the ZOMGO case myself. I figured it's got to be better than my EBAY bumper and I have a Dremel if I need it. I was pleasantly surprised when I put it on and the OEM charger fit in perfectly... I mean it's not snug or loose, it's perfect. I don't have pic of the charger plugged in but you should be able to see in the pics below. Might be the setup I have too.
Here are some pics to show my setup which works great. MIME SP, ZOMGO gunmetal bumper, Anker battery, Gunmetal Carbon Fiber Look 3M Vinyl, Spiegen Home Button.
Sorry for the huge pictures...
How about Capdase Alumor Duo frame? I've ordered this from taobao (Chinese eBay equivalent). Looks much better than the 2 cases. I try to give a review when I get it within these 2 days.
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[Review] *Update 28DEC12* Extremely Thin Smart Cover like Apple "aka Ebay case"
** Updated GPS issue at the bottom**
This is going to be a quick review of the "Google Nexus 7 Slim Magnetic PU Leather Smart Cover Case Stand w/ Stylus- Black" Case from Ebay. Link: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Google-Nexu...ccessories&hash=item2320f701ac#ht_2989wt_1271. I bought this case from ebay last week for $11.95 with free 3 day shipping. The shipping was extremely fast and it arrived in 2 days.
I have received a few PM's asking about the quality of the case so this review will address a few of the questions from others. If you would like any more information please ask below and I will answer them as quickly as I can.
Build Quality: The snap on backing is hard plastic with no internal padding. In every day use your hand does not come in contact with this hard material because of the wrapped cover. I would compare it in feel to the silver bezel surrounding the Nexus 7 screen. The flap is a type of plastic (NOT PU LEATHER) on the outside with a softer felt on the inside. It reminds me of a picnic table cover you would use in the summer with the waterproof plastic top and thin soft touch backing. The flap is held onto the casing with clear glue and you do not see unless you pry is back and start looking for it. While it does not feel overly expensive in the hand it does not feel cheap either. It does not compare to my wife's apple smart cover which was $50, but at a little over $10 I do not expect it to.
Folding: The case folded in the closed position makes the device exactly as thick as my tpu case. (A good way to tell it has limited protection capability.) Additionally the only part of the case still exposed after the backing is snapped on is the silver bezel, a known weak part on the Nexus. The flap covers it up... but that will only help to keep the bezel from getting scratched. When folded closed the volume and on/off screen are covered. This is not an issue because of the "smart cover" feature. I also want to note that when the case is folded and you are using it to watch movies it is extremely stable. you can push on it and it will not fall over.
The cover has 2 sets of weak magnets. One set is used for the smart cover (yes it works) and the other is on the edge that holds it closed. When you roll the cover up to make a stand the magnet meet much like an apple smart cover to keep it from unfolding. When the cover is folded back on itself it does not shut off the screen as seen on the initial moko/blurex cases.
Improvements: The one note I have for the magnets is that they are weak. I am sure this was to ensure that the cover does not turn off the device when folded back. The problem is that until my case gets broken in.... The magnets have a hard time keeping the case in the folded position as a stand. It stays closed very well when pressure is on the case or after you push down on the creases. I posted a pic of it working. Where it is weak is after you open the case and fold the cover into the triangle... just prior to setting it down it will sometimes unfold itself unless I hold it. It has been improving over the last 2 days as the plastic gets more broken in.
Would I recommend? The answer is based on price. At around $10 it is a great case. Very thin and works well as advertised. I keep my flight publications on it and keep it in my pocket 24/7 and for this application it works great. I am glad I got it. As the price starts to climb around $15+ I do not think the quality justifies that kind of money. Reading other forums it looks like the Poetic Portfolio has started shipping and it looks like a good option for $20. At $11.95 I am glad I bought this one. I use this case as my daily however I still think I will get nicer one in a few months. I have a Moko slim leather case, moko tpu case and this one and out of all of them I like this the best for traveling.
** Update **
I use my Nexus 7 for aviation maps when I fly. I have a bluetooth GPS I normally use as well as an s-style tpu case that I put it in. A few days ago I unexpectedly went flying and could not change cases or get my GPS. My Nexus was having a fit trying to get satellites. It would find them only if it had direct exposure to the sky. As I am sure you know this is not a normal characteristic, normally in my tpu case it is spot on. I did not think to much of it (I was preoccupied).
Two days later I received a PM from Amt0571 asking if I ever noticed the case interferes with the use of Google Sky. I installed the application and Amt0571was spot on. I am making a loose correlation that the case was also weakening my GPS signal. Not failing it but under harder condition like tracking am aircraft at 170 MPH inside a metal fuselage it weakens it just enough for it to get lost. Thanks Amt0571 for bringing that to everyone's attention.
The case still works great, just keep this in mind for specific applications. I would still trust it for driving.
**Update 28DEC12**
I am sorry to say that I woke up today to a stress crack on my case. I know many of out have posted this throughout the thread however up until today this case has been perfect. I have used this case as my daily since I bought it. I removed the case on the weekends. I have not decided if I am going to buy a new one. I do LOVE this case I just want to check out my other options. I will post what case I decide to go with.
Hope this helps. I will post pics in a few from my phone.
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Great review, thanks!
Good pics too, pocketability is important to me and that one looks pretty good, certainly less bulky than the one I'm currently using.
Troute said:
Good pics too, pocketability is important to me and that one looks pretty good, certainly less bulky than the one I'm currently using.
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This case is extremely pocketable. Very thin and nice to carry.
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Update: in the review I mentioned that the weak magnets have a hard time keeping the cover folded as a stand. As I have continued to break in the case this issue has resolved itself. The case is getting better each day. Traveled with it all day and I am so glad I bought it.
thanks for the review mate - glad I actually ordered one; waiting for it to arrive today or tomorrow
Ordered the same case from a different seller... I love the case. I noticed the same weakness in the magnet... As the case flap loosened up it got better.
Great review! Could you post a pic where the case is folded all the way back? (with the leather folding behind the plastic casing if you know what i mean)
I like to "tighten" it when i'm having in it my hands, but i'm not sure whether the "flap" is going to be annoying here.
Thanks in advance
please note the location of the magnets behind the screen sensor. Even in this position with TWO sets of magnets behind the sensor the screen does not turn itself off!
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Could you post a pic where the case is folded all the way back?
Thanks in advance
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As requested. It does not bother me. Normally I make 2 folds to keep the cover under the case. Sorry for the low quality pics and bad lighting. I am traveling for work and am in a hotel.
**update** I wanted to make note that as I continue to use this case the folds continue to get tighter and the case will lie more flat against the backing when folded. That is a good thing, not that it was ever thick it just makes it more comfortable to hold.
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Uh60m Pilot said:
As requested. It does not bother me. Normally I make 2 folds to keet the cover under the case. I will post a pic.
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Thanks, i was wondering if it was going to be a problem, couldn't find pictures anywhere else. Thanks, will go buy one right away
Received mine today. For the price, it's a good bargain.
Really nice review and pics, I am digging the thin-ness of it
Looks like a decent case. Too bad the seller raised their prices. If this was around 10 or 11 bucks I would probably order one.
does the case protect the nexus completely - is the bezel fully covered when the case is closed?
Please look at the pics and the description in the first post. No the bezel is not completely covered by the case backing, however it is covered when the cover is closed. My case is completely back so the silver you see is the actual nexus 7 bezel. I posted pics above. I am liking this case more and more as it breaks in. It protects the nexus 7 very well.
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Xenocide23 said:
Looks like a decent case. Too bad the seller raised their prices. If this was around 10 or 11 bucks I would probably order one.
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I have it in red but I'm also getting the Poetic case. I'll sell this one to you for twelve bucks shipped since I can't return it on eBay. Let me know if you want it.
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ericcorp said:
I have it in red but I'm also getting the Poetic case. I'll sell this one to you for twelve bucks shipped since I can't return it on eBay. Let me know if you want it.
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Wow selling it before you get the poetic case... someone has high hopes for a case that was recalled on the first shipment. Just kidding. What don't you like about it? Please explain so we are all aware.
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Okay so I've had mine for about a day now and I can proudly say that I'm very happy with it and glad that I waited out for a couple of weeks for it to become available.
Works very well and I love the minimalistic design. Looks great in gray too.. Thinking of grabbing another one in blue or purple to interchange the colours. Couple of pics below..
For just under $15, this case is a real bargain. Much prefer this style over the leather folio cases that are out in the market at the moment.
With the cover closed would the corners of the bezel be protected if you dropped it from say the couch/sofa? Also if its closed would it be safe enough in your coat pocket?
Huey85 said:
Okay so I've had mine for about a day now and I can proudly say that I'm very happy with it and glad that I waited out for a couple of weeks for it to become available.
Works very well and I love the minimalistic design. Looks great in gray too.. Thinking of grabbing another one in blue or purple to interchange the colours. Couple of pics below..
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For just under $15, this case is a real bargain. Much prefer this style over the leather folio cases that are out in the market at the moment.
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With the cover closed would the corners of the bezel be protected if you dropped it from say the couch/sofa? Also if its closed would it be safe enough in your coat pocket?
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Yep it should be enough protection if dropped from a couch/sofa as the back casing covers the lower portion of the front bezel - it's only the top portion of the front bezel which is not fully covered. Also the front flap would help to create a bit of cushioning for the front bezel too, if it were dropped from that height. And yes, I would say it's safe enough in a coat pocket when closed.
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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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
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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
I like to break stuff!
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.
Pics & final thoughts:
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
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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!
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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
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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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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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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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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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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
Anyone have the Surplus Wind Heavy Duty Metal Anti Shock Drop Protection Case yet? Any good?
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BigPimpin said:
Anyone have the Surplus Wind Heavy Duty Metal Anti Shock Drop Protection Case yet? Any good?
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No... but looks cool... wonder how bulky it is?
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They're great! I have one for the Galaxy S4, and it feels like a tank. I can't imagine how big it would be for the Note 2 though.
The two aluminium halves of the case support the phone where the screw holes are, so I wouldn't be surprised if it could withstand being run over by a car. It's a good idea to install a wireless charging pad as well. It works through the silicone cutout in the back, and makes charging much more convenient! The built-in glass screen protector is also nice. None of this!:
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I wouldn't trust it to be fully waterproof though. It's weather resistant at most, protecting it from rain and stuff. Just look at that camera cutout!
to bulky
looks to bulky for my taste. if it adds that much to a s4. can imagine what it's gonna add to a note 2. i'll stick with my otterbox defender
OvrDriVE said:
looks to bulky for my taste. if it adds that much to a s4. can imagine what it's gonna add to a note 2. i'll stick with my otterbox defender
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Went ahead and ordered one the other day. I'll post pics when it comes in. I'll get some side by sides of it vs the OtterBox Defender I have.
on the coffin like)))
i agree. coffin like. lol
Wow! Thats huge!
If you look on that site there's another heavy duty case. It's not as coffin like and has rounded edges.
I am super tempted also.... but ill let you take the plunge and tell us about it...to the dude that will stick with his otterbox... Ive never seen anything bigger than a defender
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I am super tempted also.... but ill let you take the plunge and tell us about it...to the dude that will stick with his otterbox... Ive never seen anything bigger than a defender
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lol, if you saw the size of my hands you'd understand why the otterbox feels so comfortable to me. i like the feel and overall protection provided by the defender case. anything else feels almost dainty to me so.
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No idea about it but thanks to inform
Got the case today. Ordered it on April 29th and got it in today, May 12th.
The case comes nicely packaged. The outside of the box says it's waterproof, but I wouldn't trust it at all. The camera area has a small piece of tempered glass over it and the seal around it looks like black glue. I't might be waterproof, but risk it. Also, the earplug port doesn't seem like the best seal either. It close really tight, but still seems like a risk. The phone speaker and seems like it has a small black screen over it, doesn't look water proof at all there. That's pretty much the only negative things about the case. The rest is pretty damn good.
The case comes packaged like this:
Opening the box you get the extra screws and the tool to remove the crews.
Now for size comparison. The case next to an Otterbox Defender case. This case is 1/8" longer and 1/8" wider then the Otterbox. To me, that doesn't feel any bigger in my hand at all.
The big difference is the height. The Otterbox is 1/4" thicker then the metal case. Here they are laying flat next to each other.
I weighed the phone in the Otterbox and it was 9.6 oz. In the metal case it weighed 11.4 oz., so a slight increase in weight. And to me the 2 oz. is that big of a deal. What's really nice is the tempered glass screen protector. It feels about 3x's thicker then the plastic one on the Otterbox. There isn't any problem with sensitivity screen interaction. Also, the black square on the back is some of the rubber from the inside of the case and it sits right in the palm and keeps the phone from slipping. The black all along the edges is rubber too and helps with grip. I can see the rubber possibly attracting some dust. Have to wait a few days and see how dirty it gets. All of the buttons work easily too. Power, volume and home button all work perfectly.
I showed this case to 3 other friends and family that have Note 2's and all want to order one now. The only thing that would make this case better would be a big name brand behind it that would back up the waterproof claim. If this case had been around when the Note 2 launched, I would have definitely picked it over the Otterbox.
nice side by side comparison. ty.
Before I got the case I did the live chat on the site and asked a few questions and they said NFC would not work once the case was on. I can use S Beam and all of that just fine since there isn't metal behind the black square on the back.
Also worth mentioning is the impact truss inside of the case's silicone bumper. They are triangular holes that help absorb shock when dropped.
Thanks for the awesome review. I couldn't wait and ordered mine before this review came out. I hope mine arrives as swiftly ad yours did. I am concerned that it won't fit in my iottie dash mount
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Order Link?
Where I can order one?
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Got the case today. Ordered it on April 29th and got it in today, May 12th.
The case comes nicely packaged. The outside of the box says it's waterproof, but I wouldn't trust it at all. The camera area has a small piece of tempered glass over it and the seal around it looks like black glue. I't might be waterproof, but risk it. Also, the earplug port doesn't seem like the best seal either. It close really tight, but still seems like a risk. The phone speaker and seems like it has a small black screen over it, doesn't look water proof at all there. That's pretty much the only negative things about the case. The rest is pretty damn good.
The case comes packaged like this:
Opening the box you get the extra screws and the tool to remove the crews.
Now for size comparison. The case next to an Otterbox Defender case. This case is 1/8" longer and 1/8" wider then the Otterbox. To me, that doesn't feel any bigger in my hand at all.
The big difference is the height. The Otterbox is 1/4" thicker then the metal case. Here they are laying flat next to each other.
I weighed the phone in the Otterbox and it was 9.6 oz. In the metal case it weighed 11.4 oz., so a slight increase in weight. And to me the 2 oz. is that big of a deal. What's really nice is the tempered glass screen protector. It feels about 3x's thicker then the plastic one on the Otterbox. There isn't any problem with sensitivity screen interaction. Also, the black square on the back is some of the rubber from the inside of the case and it sits right in the palm and keeps the phone from slipping. The black all along the edges is rubber too and helps with grip. I can see the rubber possibly attracting some dust. Have to wait a few days and see how dirty it gets. All of the buttons work easily too. Power, volume and home button all work perfectly.
I showed this case to 3 other friends and family that have Note 2's and all want to order one now. The only thing that would make this case better would be a big name brand behind it that would back up the waterproof claim. If this case had been around when the Note 2 launched, I would have definitely picked it over the Otterbox.
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m4ttj00 said:
Where I can order one?
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The link is in the first post of this topic.
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The link is in the first post of this topic.
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D'oh, thanks.
How do you like it so far? I've got an Otterbox Defender now and I do like it, but it's a little too bulky and makes the screen corners hard to touch.
Introduction
I know the search for cases for this phone has been a little annoying and, in some cases, (hah!) underwhelming. I decided to pull the trigger on a case from a brand I've never bought before. I wanted a low profile case that provided, at least, decent protection. After some research, I purchased the Ringke FUSION Case over at Amazon for $12.99. My goal here is to provide people with some quick and concise information so they can make an informed decision when looking to buy a case for the Nexus 5X. So lets jump right in and see how this baby holds up to my expectations.
Disclaimer: I bought this case with my own money. I haven't been paid to endorse this product in any way. I'm also not a professional photographer, so the pictures I took with the M9's underwhelming camera is about the best my trembling, hungover hands could manage.
Details
It comes in two colors, "Smoke" (Grey) and "Crystal View" (Clear) -- Both are priced at $12.99
The case is made of Silicone TPU and the Plastic (maybe polycarbonate?).
No matter which color you choose, both come with an "HD" screen protector.
Initial Impressions
The case comes packaged quite nicely, sealed in a bubble-wrap insulated envelope. Upon opening the package we're greeted with Ringke's "ECO Package" which is supposedly saving the polar bears or something. It touts that they have sold over 10 million products, use non-toxic materials, and also instructs me to "feel good adout myself".
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It's also a little funny because within this ECO package is another plastic Ziploc bag that houses the actual case.
Within this resealable bag you'll find the actual case. It has a protective film plastered on both sides of the clear plastic that shows off the rear of your beautiful new phone. This must be removed before installation. (Forgive me, I did not take pictures of this). The screen protector is also placed perfectly inside the case. My immediate impressions were that this case felt pretty decent for the price. It's light, the TPU sides felt grippy and the plastic (after having removed the protective films) felt a bit grippy and not brittle at all. This bolstered my initial confidence in the case that if I were to drop the phone accidentally on a hard surface that it'd shrug it off without a problem.
Installation and Fitting
The Screen Protector that comes with this case is a thin flexible film. It's plastic, not tempered glass and isn't the same material you'd experience with, say, a Skinomi TechSkin screen protector either. The screen protector comes with films attached to both sides. Both films are labeled with a description as well as a number to let you know which one you're suppose to remove first.
After washing my hands, I removed the adhesive film and carefully placed it on my phone. I placed the screen protector on the bottom and slowly applied it from the bottom up, using a credit card to smoothly apply the protector to mitigate any air bubbles. Application was pretty easy and just took about 3 seconds of patience. The protector fits almost perfectly. I applied it about a millimeter or two off center to the left, so there's a bit of a gap between the protector and the case now but it's hardly noticeable. As you can see from the picture above, the protective film that gets removed from the protector is colored blue, which I promptly removed, crumpled up and threw in the garbage before taking a picture. Because I'm an idiot.
The screen protector DOES have a cut out for the proximity sensor (are you listening Spigen?).
The case itself is a pretty easy installation. I slid the top portion of the phone in first, so that the buttons wouldn't get pressed during installation. With a satisfying hugging/click sound I then pressed the bottom end of the phone into the case. The case fits snuggly and does not allow the phone to move around at all. That being said, removal of the case is quite easy and can be done in seconds. This, however, I can't see happening by accident in your pocket or any other situation. This is exactly how I like my phone cases. Easy to install and remove without it just falling off from tumbling around in my shorts or something.
How the case fits the phone is a huge plus in my book. There is a TPU lip that goes around the entire face of the phone that provides some extra scratch protection if I were to place the phone face down.
On the back you can see the clear plastic allows the nice Nexus logo to shine through. There's a proper cutout of the Fingerprint sensor, Camera, Laser Auto-focus and Flash LED.
The plastic lays flush with the camera lense / glass, providing decent protection from a fall if the phone were to land on it's back. This case basically lets the phone lay flat on a desk or anything else due to little bumps at all four corners of the case. This is nice so that the phone no longer rests right on it's fragile camera when placed face up on a flat surface.
Features & Other thoughts
This case seems to be as well thought out as it is constructed. There is a properly sized cutout for the USB-C port as well as the headphone jack. The headphone jack, however, has a TPU flap covering it to prevent dust from getting in. This is a bit annoying sometimes to remove, but I like that they included it for the reason of cleanliness. There's also a cutout for the bottom microphone.
Moving to the right side of the case, we can see that there are TPU buttons covering the Volume Rocker and Power button. Normally I hate these things because they're hard to find and usually dull the tactile feedback from the buttons. But the way these are implemented are probably the nicest I've ever felt. They're raised from the side of the case, so they're easy to find and feel quite nice when pressed giving a satisfying click sound that you'd get from the naked phone itself. Well done, Ringke!
There's also a cutout at the top for the top microphone as well.
The case feels nice to hold and doesn't add much bulk at all. The TPU sides are decently grippy but the gloss finish on them makes it slippery at times. My only complaint with the case is that the clear backing is a fingerprint magnet. If you have greasy hands the back will look smudgy and at times can be quite slippery. Not a big deal but if it catches the light a certain way it looks pretty bad.
As for the screen protector, I'm not exactly thrilled with it. I actually ordered a different screen protector before I bought this case, but it hasn't shipped yet so I just threw this one on for now. I'm fairly sure the screen protector isn't oleophobic, so finger prints and smudging happens pretty often. Which is a shame because it feels pretty nice to interact with.
Overall
Overall, I really like this case. It offers adequate protection from minor falls and scratches for the price without adding nearly any bulk. It also allows the phone to lay flat on flat surfaces without resting on the camera, which is a major plus. The case is easy to install and remove and fits nicely. It's a well-thought-out case with no glaring oversights or problems. The screen protector, however, is a bit lackluster. But hey, it was a free and it's a stand in for my Tempered Glass one arriving in the mail next week. Those looking for a low-profile, comfortable and protective case for there brand new N5X, look no further.
I second this. Using it right now
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Thanks for the review. Sounds like just what I want, ordered one from Amazon.
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I myself have never used a case before but will try for my 5X, you saved me quite a bit of research. Thanks a lot mate!
I had this case for the note 4 and it had very rough edges, this case does not! Very nice case for the price. Nice review too.
I bought this in clear. It's nice, but I just can't stand the feel of a case on this phone (not to be confused with saying I don't like the feel of the case, because the case feels great). I might go caseless for the first time in years.
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I bought this in clear. It's nice, but I just can't stand the feel of a case on this phone (not to be confused with saying I don't like the feel of the case, because the case feels great). I might go caseless for the first time in years.
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I ran my old N5 naked for a long time while in school and while it was nice it was ultimately a bad call because the wear definitely accumulated over time.
Got this case based on your review and I'm really happy with it. It's a very simple case that appears to be well-made and doesn't add a lot of bulk. The buttons have a great feel and for about $10 you can't go wrong.
Very nice review.
I used the ringke fusion case for my n4 and loved it. Ordered it for my n5x and was a little disappointed that it's an all tpu case. I've personally never cared for tpu cases. The case is too smooth for my taste and I think makes it harder to hold on too.
The n4 version was nicer because the outside wasn't a smooth tpu and a solid and more case like plastic while retaining the clear back. It also has small edges where the plastic parts met on the back which help when gripping and holding the phone.
The n5 is almost smooth all around. Gonna give it another week or so but will probably be looking for something else or going with now case.
It's still a decent case, but just wanted to make sure people realize the fusion line cases has changed from the older phones.
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It's definitely not an all TPU case. The back is a hard plastic and the sides are a softer TPU material.
I like the case for everyday use, but am still looking for something with a little more protection for work.
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Ringke Fusions are my favorite cases on the market right now. I've had 7 of them for various devices. All fit perfectly and no discoloration or scuffs. Great cases
Received this one yesterday in smoke color. First time using a case since my OG droid incredible. I didn't want to use a case but after my nexus 5 experience (RIP N5 screen x2) it was the smart play. Exactly what I was looking for, snug fit with some rubbery protection for the edges and not too much added bulk. I approve of this case.
I saw a review on Amazon (and a comment following it) saying that this case scratch the part where the camera is:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/customer-reviews/RR9AFEF94JZWZ/ref=cm_cr_pr_rvw_ttl?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B014RS5BHW
Can you, or anyone who has that case, confirm this?
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I saw a review on Amazon (and a comment following it) saying that this case scratch the part where the camera is:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/customer-reviews/RR9AFEF94JZWZ/ref=cm_cr_pr_rvw_ttl?ie=UTF8&ASIN=B014RS5BHW
Can you, or anyone who has that case, confirm this?
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It does not, the case has little feet on the corners that keep the camera from touching the table.
Here is a close up confirming the camera doesn't touch.
Also here is a couple real quick backings I made out of the included template.
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It does not, the case has little feet on the corners that keep the camera from touching the table.
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oldpreowner said:
Here is a close up confirming the camera doesn't touch.
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I think what they mean is the clear plastic on the back, the slot that has been cut out for the camera and flash has rough edges rubbing against the phone, which apparently damages the paint? I haven't had this issue.
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That actually looks awesome. Do you have the link for the template?
@Alcolawl the template came with the case.
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@Alcolawl the template came with the case.
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God damit I threw it out. wtf am I doing with my life?
EDIT: It was actually sitting at the top of my waste paper basket. Crisis averted.