I've searched everywhere and can't seem to find a waterproof & rugged case for the note 2. the Otterbox defender seems to be the closest thing to what I want but it's not waterproof/water resistant. My main purpose for the case is to use the note 2 as a handheld GPS device when I go on hiking/backpacking.
Does anyone know if there is such a case exist or anything similar coming into market?
Start harassing Seidio to make a note 2 version of their OBEX case that they are releasing for iPhone5. This case seems to be close to the end-all for rugged cases.
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Might email and ask Otterbox as well, they are making a waterproof case for s3, iphone4/5; new series called armor.
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Start harassing Seidio to make a note 2 version of their OBEX case that they are releasing for iPhone5. This case seems to be close to the end-all for rugged cases.
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I almost bought the S3 because that case was available. Before fishing season starts I hope I have a waterproof case. Even if only 10-15ft (although long duration would be ideal.)
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Would this be of use?
http://www.drycase.com/waterproof_S...tphones_waterproof_cases_for_Smartphones.html
It's not a waterproof case, per se, but it might be a good option until one becomes available on the market.
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oh well, I guess there is no such case atm. I'm just going to wait then. if it's really needed, I'll just get the Defender with some plastic food wrap. I really just need it to be splash/rain proof, not planning to swim with it and such...
cdnmaplechick, yea I've seen it and it seems to be nothing more than just a plastic bag and offer no protection at all. While ideally I want the case to be waterproof, ruggedness is still more important than waterproof.
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oh well, I guess there is no such case atm. I'm just going to wait then. if it's really needed, I'll just get the Defender with some plastic food wrap. I really just need it to be splash/rain proof, not planning to swim with it and such...
cdnmaplechick, yea I've seen it and it seems to be nothing more than just a plastic bag and offer no protection at all. While ideally I want the case to be waterproof, ruggedness is still more important than waterproof.
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Im always envious of the lifeproof cases we have on the two idevices in my house. Id love a waterproof case but it seems like our phone just isnt big enough yet (See what I did there?).
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what about "liquipel?" they coat your phone with a special agent of theirs that protect it from water. google will tell more but its something ive come accrossed just reading tech articles.
If you have the note 2 already use a ziplock bag .... and a bluetooth headset. Isn't the whole point of fishing to be outdoors away from cell phone towers? I bet after fishing season a case should be out. Accessory makers should have cases out sooner since most phones almost always are announced a month or two ahead of time. Im still waiting on seidio extended battery convert case for this phone.
yes but when I am in the outdoors I want to take pictures shoot video txt my group I am with if nearby run gps tracking mapping navigation software. run ramp finder run charts when on the water play pandora or listen to an audio book etc.. etc. etc..
people seem to forget. I don't carry a phone. I carry a powerful portable hand held computer with me and oh by the way it happens to have a phone somewhere in there if i need it
I got this case for my S3
http://dx.com/p/protective-waterproof-case-for-samsung-galaxy-s3-i9300-black-176052
I will be sure to post pics/review when I get it.
I hope they end up making one for my Note II as well.
as a "go between" till nice stuff comes out I also got this for my Note II
http://dx.com/p/bike-protective-wat...-samsung-galaxy-note-i9220-n7100-black-175949
it says water proof I would take that to mean splash resistant. IE don't go submerging it but if it rains on it or something your "probably" ok.
I hope my Note II fits inside without having to remove it from my cases.
Liquipel is very cool but at almost $100 including shipping & insurance, the price is too high for my occasional need just to add waterproof protection. I only paid $450 for my phone new without contract. Not to mention I need to send in the phone and wait for about week for the turnaround.
Maybe it'll tempt me more if it's available somewhere I can get it done locally in few hours...
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Liquipel is very cool but at almost $100 including shipping & insurance, the price is too high for my occasional need just to add waterproof protection. I only paid $450 for my phone new without contract. Not to mention I need to send in the phone and wait for about week for the turnaround.
Maybe it'll tempt me more if it's available somewhere I can get it done locally in few hours...
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Am I missing something or is liquipel not even available for this phone? Also if you look on youtube there are plenty if reviews showing it failing..
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Liquipel is available for Note I, so I just assumed with the note 2 it'll probably also work if I ask them, as I can't think of a reason why they wouldn't be able to coat a very similar phone in terms of physical design. But you're right, it's not officially on their list and it might not even be available for the note 2.
and they won't water proof guarentee ANY level of water protection anymore. leads me to believe they have issues with their process. you don't see them running phones underwater anymore.
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and they won't water proof guarentee ANY level of water protection anymore. leads me to believe they have issues with their process. you don't see them running phones underwater anymore.
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oh really? that's strange.... then what's the point of using the service if they can't even guarantee that? I've only seen the demo at last year's CES and I was pretty impressed by the demo.
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oh really? that's strange.... then what's the point of using the service if they can't even guarantee that? I've only seen the demo at last year's CES and I was pretty impressed by the demo.
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Slight peace of mind is suppose. I think they stopped because some people's iphone and such weren't protected and were damaged by water after the treatment. And I know if I had this done to my phone is never hesitate to get it wet im sure many are that way
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Isn't the whole point of fishing to be outdoors away from cell phone towers?
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For the most part yes. Only use for the phone capabilities is emergencies. But the web/apps can be very helpful for a fly fishing noob.
Just got the hang of the basics late last year.. If the ice wasnt in the way I'd be out there now lol
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oh really? that's strange.... then what's the point of using the service if they can't even guarantee that? I've only seen the demo at last year's CES and I was pretty impressed by the demo.
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thats my point ie whats the point. especially considering how expensive it is.
I would give it a liquipel treatment and then slap on an Otterbox Defender case. Liquipel applies a nanocoating to your device making it water resistant, see here: http://www.liquipel.com/
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and they won't water proof guarentee ANY level of water protection anymore. leads me to believe they have issues with their process. you don't see them running phones underwater anymore.
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They make cameras that can take pictures under water that are now cheap. With your portable computer (smartphone) becoming more powerful it needs vents in it to let the heat out. There's trade offs when you add a lot of features to a single device that a specialized device doesn't run into.
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Just got the hang of the basics late last year.. If the ice wasnt in the way I'd be out there now lol
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Funny I'm doing cold weather training so I can get used to being out in the cold and ice.
Related
http://oberondesign.com/e-reader-covers-12/nexus.html
I have not had my hands on any of these cases recently but I did get my hands on one for the nook several years ago. the case was solidly designed and with good quality leather.
They have several nice designs, but are a bit on the more expensive side.
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http://oberondesign.com/e-reader-covers-12/nexus.html
I have not had my hands on any of these cases recently but I did get my hands on one for the nook several years ago. the case was solidly designed and with good quality leather.
They have several nice designs, but are a bit on the more expensive side.
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Very nice, pricey (at least for me). Reminded me of Lord of Rings, Wizard-like.
Lol! Paying over 1/3 the price you paid for the actual device on a cover is just dumb to me.
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Lol! Paying over 1/3 the price you paid for the actual device on a cover is just dumb to me.
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Maybe but i thought they worth mention because i know a lot of "dumb" people that have bought these for their devices. The ipad ones are 123 bucks. But the quality of the covers is probably the tops of what i have ever seen.
I generally HATE leather cases but if they came out with a Necronomicon one a la Evil Dead/Army of Darkness I would be all over it.
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I generally HATE leather cases but if they came out with a Necronomicon one a la Evil Dead/Army of Darkness I would be all over it.
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+1000!! :laugh:
But I bought one of these for my wifes nook back in the day and it is a sweet case. Definately worth the price, when you talk about quality equating to price.
They look so Diablo'ish! If Deckard Cain had a tablet.... This would be the case he would use!! Haha
Guess I am one of the dumb one. Would prefer buying quality 1 time as opposed to 5 cheap Chinese knockoff crap but more power to you.
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Guess I am one of the dumb one. Would prefer buying quality 1 time as opposed to 5 cheap Chinese knockoff crap but more power to you.
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Define "Quality" because aside from a single expensive slab of leather, there's NOTHING here. This case offers nearly ZERO protection against, well, anything. The damned tablet is literally held in with STRINGS FFS! Not good ones either, nooo. They are elastic bungee and will allow the thing to hit the ground under impact. Then they want you to bend it backwards and TIE IT THAT WAY and call this a stand? LOL. Now, sure the leather is nice looking. But to call this a "case" is probably illegal in several countries. Let's call it what it is. It's a fashion accessory. Nothing more. Now if a fashion accessory is worth more to you than protecting your device, then by all means spend 70 bucks on it. It's a free country. I want you to have whatever you want, and pay as much as you want to for it. But don't come in here talking down to everyone else that didn't buy this case like we are dumb and are gonna have to replace ours over and over while you, in your infinite wisdom, will not. This just makes you a douche bag, Our cases might be less expensive, but every one of those 5 "Chinese Knockoffs" (as you call them)will protect this device better and for longer than this ridiculous attempt at a case. Does that make you dumb for having bought one? Only if you labor under the delusion that because you paid so much for it, it's somehow a better quality case and will protect your tablet better. Because it won't. Not even close. It's just pretty. Pretty useless.
*stare at all the prettys* :victory:
*look at all the big numbers* :crying:
*shakes self out of it*
All the pretty things I will buy... after I go sell a movie script!
-Ara
If you can afford it, why not? No need to name call.
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If you can afford it, why not? No need to name call.
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Definitely agree. Although these are very nice looking, for $70 I'll probably go with something else. The fact that they sell replacement bungee cords makes me question whether it will last.
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Definitely agree. Although these are very nice looking, for $70 I'll probably go with something else. The fact that they sell replacement bungee cords makes me question whether it will last.
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The replacement cord I think is for the closing mechanism to the case. That would make sense I think.
I bought the case for my wife's nook based on the look, quality and yes protection of it. The nook is already covered with a skin from decalgirl.com and a screen protector, and using this cover does indeed offer some protection. No it's not a Seidio case, it's a case that is pretty much a wallet lol. But the protection I speak of is the protection of the screen from impact if something would happen to fall upon the screen.
But everyone has their opinion, which is fine, but why the hate. If you don't like it, move on. There are many other choices out there besides this if this doesn't float your boat.
Exactly. Never said there was anything wrong with buying it. Just saying that simply because it's 10x the price of all these others does not mean in any way that it's "Worth" 10x as much in protection or durability. So people acting like it is are only kidding themselves.
I was going to buy one instantly, then I saw that the tablet was held in by strings and elastic cords, and while its stunning on the outside, it looks cheap as **** when the cover opens. I wish they had a better looking system to secure the tablet, that's atrocious.
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I was going to buy one instantly, then I saw that the tablet was held in by strings and elastic cords, and while its stunning on the outside, it looks cheap as **** when the cover opens. I wish they had a better looking system to secure the tablet, that's atrocious.
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I kinda agree with you there, but I think of it as being able to use the same case in another 7" device down the road.
I was going to buy one instantly, then I saw that the tablet was held in by strings and elastic cords, and while its stunning on the outside, it looks cheap as **** when the cover opens. I wish they had a better looking system to secure the tablet, that's atrocious.
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I've had a couple of their cases and trust, they're anything but cheap looking and feeling. I bought mine used from other forum members, so I paid half, but that's a QUALITY case. They don't charge those prices for nothing. They can charge that because it's a great case and there's a market for them. You won't pay it, fine. They are supposed to have an old world feel to them. The leather and wool on the inside is something.
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I was going to buy one instantly, then I saw that the tablet was held in by strings and elastic cords, and while its stunning on the outside, it looks cheap as **** when the cover opens. I wish they had a better looking system to secure the tablet, that's atrocious.
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If you watch the video on the Oberon website it shows that the tablet is held in quite securely in the case. Also they give you extra strings to close the latch so if you can go a year without having to replace it I'd consider that a non issue.
I'm interested in hearing any reviews for this case
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I wouldn't care if it would be three times the cost of the device, I would definitely be buying that! :laugh:
No I don't belive cost = quality (far from it actually). Didn't mean to start anything but I do think a lot of thought went into these. The video was very informative about the design choices (which is what it always comes down to).
As far as protection my opinion is that as long as the cover is closed the edges of the leather will absorb more than most without transferring the shock to the tablet. If it falls with the cover open there is a greater chance of it breaking (just like the rest)
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Just curious if there has been any information released about a snap-tight case that would protect against spills/drops in water, dust-proof and possibility drop/shock proof. I know that the odds of a case like this being produced depends on how many of the devices are sold along with customer request.
So are there any companies out there that are saying they will produce one? Or is it time to start sending mass emails to request them to make it? Thanks!
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Just curious if there has been any information released about a snap-tight case that would protect against spills/drops in water, dust-proof and possibility drop/shock proof. I know that the odds of a case like this being produced depends on how many of the devices are sold along with customer request.
So are there any companies out there that are saying they will produce one? Or is it time to start sending mass emails to request them to make it? Thanks!
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I was amazed they are starting to make life proof cases for the gs3! Really doubtful they will make one for the note.
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Just curious if there has been any information released about a snap-tight case that would protect against spills/drops in water, dust-proof and possibility drop/shock proof. I know that the odds of a case like this being produced depends on how many of the devices are sold along with customer request.
So are there any companies out there that are saying they will produce one? Or is it time to start sending mass emails to request them to make it? Thanks!
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Is this even possible with an S-Pen? We may not get anything water proof, but something drop/shock proof is coming in the form of Otterbox cases. You can find those here: http://www.otterbox.com/samsung-galaxy-note-2-cases/samsung-galaxy-note-2-cases,default,sc.html
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Is this even possible with an S-Pen? We may not get anything water proof, but something drop/shock proof is coming in the form of Otterbox cases. You can find those here: http://www.otterbox.com/samsung-galaxy-note-2-cases/samsung-galaxy-note-2-cases,default,sc.html
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Well, I guess that you wouldn't be able to take the S-Pen out with a snap-on water-proof case. That's more or less a given.if you want it to be water-proof.
Yeah, I've been eyeing up the Otterboxes as usual which will help out in case of drops.
They could make cap on the s pen part like the one the iphone one has for the charging port which we could remove take the pen out and close it back up and such that way it would be sealed tight and still functional. I for one would really love a lifeproof for the note to come out.
LifeProof will never come out with a case in the galaxy note series due to the fact that the stylus is a major feature in the line. If they make one, losing the stylus feature kinda defeats the purpose of getting phablet like this. I can see them making one for the galaxy s3.
Well there are many ways to seal the device up without taking away the functionality of the stylus they would just need to really think of the best one. I mean seriously a cap that works like the port covers on most cases should work fine and keep it sealed but yeah i doubt they will make anything and yeah i know that the S pen is pretty much the point of buying a Note.
That would be awesome
Having paid full price for this thing I would love to get a waterproof case for it. I was thinking today about what I'd want in a rugged case. Since we have bluetooth/wifi I only have to plug it in to charge it, so some wireless charging solution would close off that port, as well as the headphone port. They could make another place to put the pen, triggering the internal sensor might be tricky. For now you can go to an outdoor store and get a waterproof pouch and put it in there when needed, but realistically it does rain sometimes so not needed to do that would be great.
http://compare.ebay.com/like/121112234399?var=lv<yp=AllFixedPriceItemTypes&var=sbar try this
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http://compare.ebay.com/like/121112234399?var=lv<yp=AllFixedPriceItemTypes&var=sbar try this
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I would be very cautious buying cheap waterproof cases. Wouldnt put my phone in there.
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I would be very cautious buying cheap waterproof cases. Wouldnt put my phone in there.
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Yep, not to mention it's only $20... A real shovk/water proof case will most certainly cost more than that.
For everyone else you can forget the speculation, there have been many of us contacting various companies about making such a case and the answer is invariably NO.
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Hi, I am new to this form but not so new to the note. I am an avid sailor and I was wondering if there are any cases for the note 2 that I could take out on the water. See it is a small boat (only 2 person) and I want to be able to listen to music while sailing and if I capsize not worry if my phone will be ruined or worse sink.
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Hi, I am new to this form but not so new to the note. I am an avid sailor and I was wondering if there are any cases for the note 2 that I could take out on the water. See it is a small boat (only 2 person) and I want to be able to listen to music while sailing and if I capsize not worry if my phone will be ruined or worse sink.
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There are a few cases out there. I usually search eBay or AliExpress for them. They can be called water proof or life cases (as the withstand life haha).
iOttie makes waterproof skin, but it's not a case. I'm not aware of any full waterproof case for N2. Manufacturers don't want to make it using access to s-pen as an excuse.
how about a waterproof pouch, just got one for USD 2.50.
You may want to look into waterproofing your device instead of getting a waterproof case
www.liquipel.com
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BigMoeAtrix said:
You may want to look into waterproofing your device instead of getting a waterproof case
www.liquipel.com
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I heard thats not really "that" good. espically if I drop it in the water and it sinks.
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I heard thats not really "that" good. espically if I drop it in the water and it sinks.
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supposedly Liquipel 2.0 is "now 100x more effective than before." but even it that is the case it still doesn't stop your phone filling with water
http://griffindiscount.com/en/griffin-survivor-samsung-galaxy-cases/22-griffin-survivor-samsung-galaxy-note-2-waterproof-black-cover.html looks ok
I also finding slim waterproof case (IP57) for Galaxy Note 2 with easy door to micro usb and stylus...:-/
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I also finding slim waterproof case (IP57) for Galaxy Note 2 with easy door to micro usb and stylus...:-/
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There is no such thing, unless the phone is built with the feature like the sony xperia Z etc.
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You may want to look into waterproofing your device instead of getting a waterproof case
www.liquipel.com
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liquipel isa no, you will have problems.
Xalies said:
http://griffindiscount.com/en/griffin-survivor-samsung-galaxy-cases/22-griffin-survivor-samsung-galaxy-note-2-waterproof-black-cover.html looks ok
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I'd be cautious about that, considering that Griffin haven't actually made any Survivor cases for the Note 2. Its a fake that you can get much cheaper from eBay.
I have an aquapac that I've been using for a few years. Never had any problems.
I bought it for my g2. Its been to water parks and to Hawaii 3 times. Snorkeling, swimming or just floating at Waikiki.
I'm pretty sure the naked n2 fits in the one I have. It's not a problem for me to take the case off to use it in the pouch because it stays around my neck the whole time.
It will be coming with me back to Hawaii in a few weeks!
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supposedly Liquipel 2.0 is "now 100x more effective than before." but even it that is the case it still doesn't stop your phone filling with water
http://griffindiscount.com/en/griffin-survivor-samsung-galaxy-cases/22-griffin-survivor-samsung-galaxy-note-2-waterproof-black-cover.html looks ok
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But it's not waterproof.
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Here is the pouch I have purchased yesterday for USD 2.50, it's available in a few colours, triple slide type zip, and folded and sealed with velco.
Just got it so I can use it on my trip to japan in Hakone hot spring area in a few months time.
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Here is the pouch I have purchased yesterday for USD 2.50, it's available in a few colours, triple slide type zip, and folded and sealed with velco.
Just got it so I can use it on my trip to japan in Hakone hot spring area in a few months time.
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Where would I find that case?
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Where would I find that case?
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you can try ebay.
I've got this. http://www.over-board.co.uk/waterproof-large-phone-case.html
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Everyone is focusing on the waterproofing factor, but the op mention capsizing.... I would certainly be worried about water damage on a boat, but if it goes overboard it will just sink. You need something that will float like a sealbag... I used those in the military and they worked great, but you would have to constantly have to take it in and out of the bag.
My suggestion would be to by a cheap pos mp3 player and speaker set, and leave the phone in your car. Be smart.
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Everyone is focusing on the waterproofing factor, but the op mention capsizing.... I would certainly be worried about water damage on a boat, but if it goes overboard it will just sink. You need something that will float like a sealbag... I used those in the military and they worked great, but you would have to constantly have to take it in and out of the bag.
My suggestion would be to by a cheap pos mp3 player and speaker set, and leave the phone in your car. Be smart.
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The item I have in post 12, is also available that you can blow some air in and it will float in case it does capsize, I don't have any photo's at the moment, will try to get one.
The Aquapac that I use floats....
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If you're really serious about a waterproof case then the most full-featured one has to be DryCase. I've used DryCase for years and it has somethings that I've not seen in others like:
- A hand pump to pump all the air out of the case. When you do this you are absolutely, positively certain that it's water tight. Very comforting.
- An internal connector to the headphone jack that passes through the case to the outside world. You can plug in your headphone jack to make phone calls or listen to music without having to listen to music through the heavy vinyl.
- An armband. This can be used on your arm or around something in the boat to keep it from going away. It also acts as a floatation device.
- It's totally clear on front and back. No matter where the camera lens is you can take a photo.
It's more expensive than some of the cheap ones here ($24 on Amazon Prim) but if you're under water taking a photo of of fish or the crashing wave do you really want to trust your $700 phone to a cheap Chinese knockoff?
Here's where your can get one.
I just use a large Zip-loc bag.
So I work as a lifeguard and I need my phone in the stand for music and ideally I'd like to have a waterproof case but there seem to be none available. i dont want the salt air to corrode the ports and internals of my phone so i usually use a sandwich bag but it doesnt provide any protection from sand really and its annoying. So I'm pretty crafty with duct tape so I decided to make my own case. I just did it about a half hour ago I'll probably make a better version in the future after I figure out the flaws but here's a few pictures of it. Let me know what you guys think.
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So I work as a lifeguard and I need my phone in the stand for music and ideally I'd like to have a waterproof case but there seem to be none available. i dont want the salt air to corrode the ports and internals of my phone so i usually use a sandwich bag but it doesnt provide any protection from sand really and its annoying. So I'm pretty crafty with duct tape so I decided to make my own case. I just did it about a half hour ago I'll probably make a better version in the future after I figure out the flaws but here's a few pictures of it. Let me know what you guys think.
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well since you're a life guard why not buy those universal waterproof cases with neckstrap for less than $5?
Or you can get those disposable waterproof sleeves for note 2
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well since you're a life guard why not buy those universal waterproof cases with neckstrap for less than $5?
Or you can get those disposable waterproof sleeves for note 2
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Something like this http://www.ebay.com/itm/iOttie-Sams...t=US_Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&hash=item1c330f7348
or this http://www.ebay.com/itm/DRiPRO-Spor...t=US_Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&hash=item4d0de9f4c3
Those are good ideas but it would be expensive for me because guard all summer 6 days a week and would need to change it everyday. Also the bag would be bulky and would take up room on the stand. I really want a case like the life proof but I know there are none
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billymaloney3 said:
Those are good ideas but it would be expensive for me because guard all summer 6 days a week and would need to change it everyday. Also the bag would be bulky and would take up room on the stand. I really want a case like the life proof but I know there are none
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Well you could purchase those knock-off Otterbox Defender or Survivor cases. They should give you relatively ok protection from sand, drop impact, and minor splashes of water (for more water protection, those sealable cases I suggested earlier, would be your only choice).
This case http://www.ebay.com/itm/DRiPRO-Spor...t=US_Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&hash=item4d0de9f4c3 is reusable, so that shouldn't be an issue.
I work beach volleyball and know what you mean, sand is the thing I fear most. I usually use two sandwich bags and scotch tape them tightly around the phone. Back camera's unusable then but the phone is safe the screen works just fine. I've also saran wrapped the phone itself and put it back in the case.
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I work beach volleyball and know what you mean, sand is the thing I fear most. I usually use two sandwich bags and scotch tape them tightly around the phone. Back camera's unusable then but the phone is safe the screen works just fine. I've also saran wrapped the phone itself and put it back in the case.
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I was doing the same sandwich bag scotch tape method but the sand was scratching the phone thru it. I used this home made case for half a day now and its working awesome
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Absolutely fugly, I would never desecrate my note like that. You could have done better with the knock off survivor case, an sp, and a sandwich bag.
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That's certainly a lot more compact and efficient than trying to find a product that just doesn't exist (I have the same problems as the OP with a different model). There's no long term water/sand proof solution for any of the Notes. Desecration? I guess a scratched up, worn out phone is preferable. I've been working on the beach for six years, I know what I'm talking about.
I've been using freezer bags lately for working beach volleyball; they seem thicker.
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Absolutely fugly, I would never desecrate my note like that. You could have done better with the knock off survivor case, an sp, and a sandwich bag.
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wow no need to be a jerk. Just sharing something I made. Look is not the important thing here. its an effective way to keep sand out for cheap.
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billymaloney3 said:
wow no need to be a jerk. Just sharing something I made. Look is not the important thing here. its an effective way to keep sand out for cheap.
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I wasn't being a jerk, just sharing my opinion just like you.
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That's certainly a lot more compact and efficient than trying to find a product that just doesn't exist (I have the same problems as the OP with a different model). There's no long term water/sand proof solution for any of the Notes. Desecration? I guess a scratched up, worn out phone is preferable. I've been working on the beach for six years, I know what I'm talking about.
I've been using freezer bags lately for working beach volleyball; they seem thicker.
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I offered a solution in my post, one that would prevent scratches from sand, and wouldn't look like cellular Frankenstein.
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I like it. Obviously we share the duct-tape sickness!
It works for you, great, sand and humidity everyday, rough stuff.
Otterbox or Survivor indeed will do nothing for you here in this regard.
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I like it. Obviously we share the duct-tape sickness!
It works for you, great, sand and humidity everyday, rough stuff.
Otterbox or Survivor indeed will do nothing for you here in this regard.
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thanks man its real easy to make and it honestly works the best for what I need it for
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Personally, I didn't find it fungly. I thought it was crafty and humorous. The worst thing, I was waiting or Jeff Foxworthy to finish the "you might be redneck" punch line, LOL. It was also something I could see my grandpa loving. Duck tape fixes everything.
But hey, if ziplock bag wasn't working for you, that couldn't have cost more than $1 in parts. Maybe fifteen to thirty minutes of time. Obviously this is not a case about drops, but about keep tiny scratch particles from getting in. A prime example of function over form.
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Personally, I didn't find it fungly. I thought it was crafty and humorous. The worst thing, I was waiting or Jeff Foxworthy to finish the "you might be redneck" punch line, LOL. It was also something I could see my grandpa loving. Duck tape fixes everything.
But hey, if ziplock bag wasn't working for you, that couldn't have cost more than $1 in parts. Maybe fifteen to thirty minutes of time. Obviously this is not a case about drops, but about keep tiny scratch particles from getting in. A prime example of function over form.
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Exactly. Who cares about what it looks like I only use it at work on the stand. Thanks for your input.
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I hope we can all agree that regardless of the technological aspects and software utilised in the gear it may well prove rather moot as that strap may just about last a year? Remember the gear will need to be removed from the wrist several times a day. To charge, to shower, to wash hands with immersion etc. For the life of me and with a vast experience of watches I cannot see that strap lasting long, it feels very poorly constructed from very cheap materials.
The worst point is that strap is an integral part of the watch and cannot be replaced. Some people are spending well over 1K on the Note 3 and the gear and neither of them are worthy of that sort of cash. Such a shame as the ideas are wonderful. Cheap cheap cheap. Chinese penny bazzar looking at prices that would shock a turf accountant!
My first and last purchase without first seeing and feeling the purchase in hand. I made a big mistake. I shall learn from it.
Ryland Johnson said:
I hope we can all agree that regardless of the technological aspects and software utilised in the gear it may well prove rather moot as that strap may just about last a year? Remember the gear will need to be removed from the wrist several times a day. To charge, to shower, to wash hands with immersion etc. For the life of me and with a vast experience of watches I cannot see that strap lasting long, it feels very poorly constructed from very cheap materials.
The worst point is that strap is an integral part of the watch and cannot be replaced. Some people are spending well over 1K on the Note 3 and the gear and neither of them are worthy of that sort of cash. Such a shame as the ideas are wonderful. Cheap cheap cheap. Chinese penny bazzar looking at prices that would shock a turf accountant!
My first and last purchase without first seeing and feeling the purchase in hand. I made a big mistake. I shall learn from it.
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Have both Note 3 and Gear and don't agree with you.
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Do you actually have one?
What is it about the materials that's different from any other rubber banded watch?
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Do you actually have one?
What is it about the materials that's different from any other rubber banded watch?
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Of course I have one? I purchased the two on a special pre order price. What does that have to do with it?
Oris make wrist bands out of rubber, that rubber is vulcanised and treated to last years like a tyre, Oris even had to add a vanilla scent to the compound as customers started to complain that they smelt of rubber. I am not even sure if the band on the gear is even some sort of rubber of just plastic. I do not think it nylon. I will do my best to find out though.
Regardless of compound it feels cheap and looks even cheaper. I do hope I am proved incorrect, I would be the first to be pleased. Mu opinion is based on pure conjecture and experience of watches.
Kind regards.
It matters because owning one and trying one on would be more believable than just a "I tried it on in the store".
GShocks are about 1-200$ and are rubber or nylon and are pretty bomb proof. Youre comparing $1200 time pieces to this.
If it's cheap then that sucks. But you're making weird comparisons.
Gear has better build quality compare to Galaxy phones. But it really lack something special!
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Zanr Zij said:
Gear has better build quality compare to Galaxy phones. But it really lack something special!
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+1.
I also think that installed battery is not enough. It can be OK if phone works only one day, but watch should works several days (5+). In other case it will be just another gadget that you need to charge frequently. It's annoying for me to change several devices all the time.
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It matters because owning one and trying one on would be more believable than just a "I tried it on in the store".
GShocks are about 1-200$ and are rubber or nylon and are pretty bomb proof. Youre comparing $1200 time pieces to this.
If it's cheap then that sucks. But you're making weird comparisons.
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I own one period.
Casio G-shock watches. I own about a dozen of them. I have the bottom of the range right up to the top, Watchers in this country are a fortune. I have paid from less than 100.00€ and the maximum for a limited edition imported from Japan was no more than 400.00€
Though I am NOT in the watch trade my family have been for well over 100 years. I have an enormous collection of watches, I was raised with them and have a little knowledge about them. That is not even relevant here as I am posting an opinion, you know one of those things we over this side of the pond are allowed to enjoy without being bullied?
lastly I am making no such comparisons. If I may have an opinion and write about it here before you blow my head off I would just like to comment how I found the watch. I am highly delighted you found it satisfactory and will not suggest you don't own one just because you like it.
If its possible I would enjoy a civil polite debate. If you want to play 'my daddies bigger un yors' then please find another patsy.
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Gear has better build quality compare to Galaxy phones. But it really lack something special!
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I think I understand your point. Something we wear on our wrist makes a statement about who we are. Though I am truly amazed at what the Gear does in terms of software functionality, I am very concerned that its made from rather cheap materials that may not last. I do NOT know this as a fact. We could all be still using the gear Mk1 in 3 years and the strap be just fine. I cannot see into the future.
From what I see with the gear though I think it may have been wiser for Samsung to hang on a few months and at least improve on the IP rating.
Taking the watch off every time we wash hands is going to prove a real challenge.
That camera in certain European countries is going to be the cause of much debate in the very near future.
Time will tell.
Regards.
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+1.
I also think that installed battery is not enough. It can be OK if phone works only one day, but watch should works several days (5+). In other case it will be just another gadget that you need to charge frequently. It's annoying for me to change several devices all the time.
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My Gear works for over 2 days. But agree battery could be better. The benefits of the Gear out weigh the need to charge. Battery is better than most smartphones so not really an issue to charge it every other day.
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My Gear works for over 2 days. But agree battery could be better. The benefits of the Gear out weigh the need to charge. Battery is better than most smartphones so not really an issue to charge it every other day.
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What is your typical use that allows it to last 2 days? I don't have Gear, but curious. Do you use camera often? I assume the display is off most of the time? Do you typically get a lot of notifications and emails during the day?
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What is your typical use that allows it to last 2 days? I don't have Gear, but curious. Do you use camera often? I assume the display is off most of the time? Do you typically get a lot of notifications and emails during the day?
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I turned down the brightness and selected less vibration strength. Also I dont wear my warch to bed so switch off the Gear at night. Using this approach now expect 3 days of use between charges. Probably receive about 5 texts a day and about 20 emails.
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