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[REVIEW] Mercury TPU case

Here's a quick & dirty pics review for the Mercury brand TPU case.
I bought this TPU case from eBay at a whopping $7.77 US total once shipped. Definitely not a bank breaker.
I have bought it from supermom28. You can get one here. I ordered it on January 4th and received on January 16th, the seller even included a cheap plastic screen cover. Sadly it seems the white color is currently out of stock, so if you are looking for one you might want to look elsewhere!
Plastic quality is very good. The first thing I noticed when unpacking it was how rigid the TPU felt. My other TPU case feels much more rubbery than this one, albeit not as much as a silicone case. This can be a pro or a con, depending on your preference.
One con I can see is that since it's less rubbery, it's also less grippy. The Nexus S in my opinion is plagued by the fact it's a slippery phone, so you have to make sure you have a strong grip when taking it out of a pocket or your purse, if you're a lady. This case does not solve this problem.
Two pros I can see however is that it will not attract dust and particles as much as more rubbery cases and it is much shinier. The case is very light reflective, definitely looks good.
The cutouts are good. They're not absolutely perfect in their location, but they're not atrocious either. One example would be the headphones jack. The edges are smooth and well finished.
It fits snugly on a i9020a model. Snugly might not even be the right word, it can even be quoted as being nearly too tight. Fitting it on the phone can be a bit difficult, mostly due to the material rigidity so it's important to fit certain edges first or your might end up with slightly misaligned power and volume buttons.
The color is vibrant. Although in the pictures it seems the white is cream, this is due to the low quality point and shoot camera I'm using with little to no possible adjustment to white balance. It is definitely white and I imagine the other colors would be as vibrant. One very nice touch is the inclusion of what resembles automotive paint flakes in the plastic, giving nice looking silvery reflective shards.
Some users have noted the obvious engrish on the case logo. If you dislike it, it can easily be "sanded" off using a cube of sugar and a bit of rubbing. Another curious inclusion however is the engrish inside the case. Just look for yourself...
Thanks for the warning Mercury, I'm sure removing this sticker could yield lethal results.
All in all, I could say I'm pretty satisfied with this TPU case. It's cheap and looks good. My only gripe would be the slippery feeling of this case. My other TPU case added grip to the phone, this one does not. Otherwise, a very solid buy.

Thanks for the review - I was having trouble deciding on which colour case to get for my new Nexus S but think I'm definitely going to go for the white one now - it looks great!
I contacted the eBay seller 'supermom28' a couple of days ago and they did reply saying they will be getting the white case back in stock, but no ETA on that so I may have to look elsewhere.

The only thing I'm not digging is the openings for the buttons, but other than that, it looks like a nice case.

itlnstln said:
The only thing I'm not digging is the openings for the buttons, but other than that, it looks like a nice case.
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This is something I'm not too sure about. On my other TPU case the buttons are covered. I like the unified look it gives. However, I kinda enjoy the feeling of pressing directly on the buttons rather than squishy rubbery plastic. They're obviously a bit recessed too so that's something else to consider.

I have two of these and I love them. Too bad the white one went up in price so high.
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Has anyone successfully used Google Wallet with this case? Just got my Nexus S and I am looking for a case that will...

Oh. ...good review
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That white case is amazing, to bad they are out of stock I can't find them anywhere...

phoneman09 said:
That white case is amazing, to bad they are out of stock I can't find them anywhere...
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If you look at the other case the seller sells for the Nexus, it is a white one with sticker animal faces for $12.99. :thumbdown:

Got my Mercury Nexus S case today from North Korea and it's awesome. I would definitely recommend getting one.
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phoneman09 said:
Got my Mercury Nexus S case today from North Korea and it's awesome. I would definitely recommend getting one.
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Which color did you end up getting? I think black and white are the most popular.

I ended up getting white, I might get some more colors just not sure yet.
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phoneman09 said:
I ended up getting white, I might get some more colors just not sure yet.
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Welcome to the club.

Thanks I'm glad I can be apart of the club!
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excellent review! Just ordered one in white. Can't wait!

I choose red colour. Look more elegant...
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Got mines in black and its on the way!
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i got the black one, the writing on the outside comes off with your nails and i removed the sticker from the inside and it was covering a spot that's not painted!

I just got mine in the mail yesterday. I forgot to specify the color in the paypal notes and ended up getting a white one. I am not the best at putting on screen protectors so i didn't do a great job with that. But funny enough, I dropped my phone for the first time on the way to work to pick up the case. It made me realize that I really want one. Luckily, the back cover just ended up with a scratch. My phone is defiantly protected, a bit weightier, a bit thicker, but still fits in my pocket.

I've got a read one and my wife thinks it looks like a ladies phone case. I may end up getting another color
Unboxing Video - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQAS9p66iqA
Install Video - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WMK2lSbmA0A

Nexus 7 Smart Cover selling for $17.99 Shipped

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008GFVF3M/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=alohever-20
Anyone try it? is that really about to put Nexus 7 to sleep?

I ordered a blue one on the 10th and it is still showing "shipping soon." may want to try another cover or color if you need it sooner rather than later.

I ordered black and blue case too!
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you could always just get this.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008L5OXLS
muahahahaha

I ordered one in red on 7/15 and I got a shipping notice today
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Waiting on the official one to be available again. I can't spend money to put my precious tablet in a case that looks like it was made for cell phones in the 90's. I don't know what it is but all leather cases just look cheap and crappy to me.

Thebeast715 said:
I can't spend money to put my precious tablet in a case that looks like it was made for cell phones in the 90's. I don't know what it is but all leather cases just look cheap and crappy to me.
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I'm with you on that... waiting for something better

Ordered mine yesterday, just says shipping soon. Hopefully it should arrive by the 19th or later according to the website
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cheaper on ebay if you like, black, red or purple http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-PU-Rota...ccessories&hash=item2c66d3cb85#ht_1609wt_1231

Thebeast715 said:
Waiting on the official one to be available again. I can't spend money to put my precious tablet in a case that looks like it was made for cell phones in the 90's. I don't know what it is but all leather cases just look cheap and crappy to me.
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Agreed. Looks like something for an old Nokia.

Sorry guys, but is it just me or does everyone in this forum have horrible taste? Every case I see is uglier than the next. This is no exception. Why would you want to add so much bulk? The leather and details look cheap.

Thebeast715 said:
Waiting on the official one to be available again. I can't spend money to put my precious tablet in a case that looks like it was made for cell phones in the 90's. I don't know what it is but all leather cases just look cheap and crappy to me.
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So you would prefer one that seems to be all plastic?

sfreemanoh said:
So you would prefer one that seems to be all plastic?
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I would prefer one like the ipad covers. A simple, classy flap across the screen to protect it from the contents of my backpack, briefcase, laptop bag, or pocket. The brushed aluminum sides and plastic-rubber back don't need anything and look premium on their own. Bonus points if it can be rolled up into a stand like the ipad covers.

I'd prefer a good quality plastic case over the PU 'leather' ones. Though there's a thin amount of split hide sandwiched in there somewhere, the textured polyurethane outer coating doesn't look or feel like real leather to me. I think it turns a nice looking device into something that looks chunky and ugly. Also, the PU covers won't wear like leather (which looks better over time). Instead they are likely to delaminate, have the coating flake off, and look crappy.

+1000, those cases that completely cover it in fuax leather. yuk...

I'm waiting for the Asus case because nothing beats OEM. I think my beautiful Nexus 7 deserves something that enchances its looks and not ruins it. I wouldn't mind a leather or faux leather Asus built case either. I think in the time to come we will be seen a lot of accessories everywhere for our device. Don't rush and buy junk.

Both the black leather Apple smart Cover and the Blackberry Playbook Convertible cases are superb IMO.
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ijeff said:
Both the black leather Apple smart Cover and the Blackberry Playbook Convertible cases are superb IMO.
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I actually owned the Playbook and the Convertible case from Blackberry. It was an awesome case and very well made. That's the reason why I prefer OEM. It's always better.

How are you guys protecting your screen during transportation if you don't have a cover. I agree with the comments about all the ugly cases...wow.
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I am still using the plastic wrap the tablet came in when I bought the Nex7. But just ordered up a screen protector and will use that soon and no case.
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Any Real Leather Cases, Like This One?

I have a Poetic Hardback Case from amazon
It's nice for the price, but the hard plastic feels real cheap. I was googling cases and found this one.
PDair Nexus 10 case
One of the nicest cases I've ever seen, but there is no way im paying $112 for it lol. So does anyone know any good looking real leather cases like the one I posted above?
I can't post links, sorry.

DeadlyDasher said:
I have a Poetic Hardback Case from amazon
It's nice for the price, but the hard plastic feels real cheap. I was googling cases and found this one.
PDair Nexus 10 case
One of the nicest cases I've ever seen, but there is no way im paying $112 for it lol. So does anyone know any good looking real leather cases like the one I posted above?
I can't post links, sorry.
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You should glance at noreve.com.

I can't post links yet, but search Amazon for Bear Motion genuine cowhide cases. I've never used one, but the description says it's real leather. Only $18.99.

http://www.expansys-usa.com/pdair-leather-case-for-google-nexus-10-book-type-blac-240230/
62.99 here

Rodeojones said:
I can't post links yet, but search Amazon for Bear Motion genuine cowhide cases. I've never used one, but the description says it's real leather. Only $18.99.
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I have this case on my Nexus 10 right now. It's not bad. All the ports and buttons are easy to access, and the speakers don't sound muffled. Overall pretty good.
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phobium said:
62.99 here
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There are two different versions of the case, and on expan they only have one picture of it.
Version 1 is like an iPad smart cover where it folds up in the back for it to stand up. Version 2 is like my poetic hardback case where you put the tablet into the "indents." I hate covers where you have to fold it up in the back to stand it up, so I'm going to email expansys and ask which one it is. It seems like it's version 1, the fold up one.
(Had to edit out the url in the quote since I can't post links.

LowSky said:
I have this case on my Nexus 10 right now. It's not bad. All the ports and buttons are easy to access, and the speakers don't sound muffled. Overall pretty good.
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Any chance you have any pictures of the case? I just ordered one of these. If it's as good as advertised, I think it'll get the job done.

I second the Noreve suggestion. I have one for my N7 and I love it. Here's their case for the N10 : http://www.noreve.com/langue/en/product/Samsung_Google_Nexus_10_Tradition_leather_case.html
Free shipping anywhere in the world, too.

DeadlyDasher said:
I have a Poetic Hardback Case from amazon
It's nice for the price, but the hard plastic feels real cheap. I was googling cases and found this one.
PDair Nexus 10 case
One of the nicest cases I've ever seen, but there is no way im paying $112 for it lol. So does anyone know any good looking real leather cases like the one I posted above?
I can't post links, sorry.
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My wife got me this one for xmas http://www.amazon.com/i-Blason-Goog...d=1357244965&sr=1-2&keywords=iblason+nexus+10 I like it.
It looks like exactly what you are looking for, costs $18.00 and smells like leather to me. The only fault I can find is that there is no opening on the bottom for the POGO charger, whenever that is available, so you have to open the case to be able to use it. But for $18.00 and Amazon (who are excellent on returns if you don't like it) it's hard to go wrong.

I picked up one from Bear Motion on Amazon. It's much nicer than you'd think considering the price. They make a brown one too. Magnetic seal and auto-sleep/wake. After using it a few days, it has softened up a bit and feels even nicer.
Search 'Bear Motion Genuine Cowhide nexus 10' on Amazon. I don't have enough posts to put any links in yet.
Additionally, I bought a clear screen protector and carbon fiber 'style' protector for the sides and back from Skinomi. (Their website is cheaper than Amazon and used a promo code 'skinomi25' for 25% off.) I am not usually good at installing such things but it turned out pretty well.
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plastikowl said:
I picked up one from Bear Motion on Amazon. It's much nicer than you'd think considering the price. They make a brown one too. Magnetic seal and auto-sleep/wake. After using it a few days, it has softened up a bit and feels even nicer.
Search 'Bear Motion Genuine Cowhide nexus 10' on Amazon. I don't have enough posts to put any links in yet.
Additionally, I bought a clear screen protector and carbon fiber 'style' protector for the sides and back from Skinomi. (Their website is cheaper than Amazon and used a promo code 'skinomi25' for 25% off.) I am not usually good at installing such things but it turned out pretty well.
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I was looking at the bear case..are the top parts of the speakers covered by that case? I currently have the poetic dura case and sadly the only part of the speaker that is covered is the part where the speaker actually is :-/.
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I ordered a Bear Motion from Amazon. It arrived today but was a mistake. The one I received was clearly for another, smaller tablet. Anyway if the one for the Nexus 10 is the same material I wouldn't like it. If it is real leather it fooled me. It is very pleather-like. I now have my eye on much more expensive leather cases like the ones that people are selling on Etsy or Nor eve.
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Can not post a link yet, will try later.

I would say the top of the speaker is covered about .5” or less. I haven't noticed any issues with sound. It is actually leather, though it's really stiff at first. The inside has some sort of soft/fuzzy cloth lining. I'm pretty happy with mine so far. I used a skinomi wrap/screen cover too for extra peace of mind.
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plastikowl said:
I picked up one from Bear Motion on Amazon. It's much nicer than you'd think considering the price. They make a brown one too. Magnetic seal and auto-sleep/wake. After using it a few days, it has softened up a bit and feels even nicer.
Search 'Bear Motion Genuine Cowhide nexus 10' on Amazon. I don't have enough posts to put any links in yet.
Additionally, I bought a clear screen protector and carbon fiber 'style' protector for the sides and back from Skinomi. (Their website is cheaper than Amazon and used a promo code 'skinomi25' for 25% off.) I am not usually good at installing such things but it turned out pretty well.
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I bought this one to. Cant go wrong, it's very nice. At least until I find one with a good keyboard.
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http://www.noreve.com/langue/en/product/Samsung_Google_Nexus_10_Tradition_leather_case.html
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Izeltokatl said:
http://www.noreve.com/langue/en/product/Samsung_Google_Nexus_10_Tradition_leather_case.html
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Looks decent, but expensive. How sturdy/snug is that clipping mechanism?
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plastikowl said:
Looks decent, but expensive. How sturdy/snug is that clipping mechanism?
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I ordered one a few days ago. When it gets here I will let you know, but black is the only color they keep in stock. Everything else is made-to-order. I got a brown one, so it might be a few weeks.
One think to keep in mind is the Noreve site includes VAT in the prices. If you create an account, it will update the price to exclude VAT (as long as you live somewhere that doest do VAT). They also ship free. Still pretty expensive though. It was around $92 for mine.
One thing that is pretty cool is they link to third party reviews of their product and they are organized by device, case color, and language. At least one of them is a video review of a case for the Nexus 7. I didn't see any reviews for a Nexus 10 case, but the other reviews give you a pretty good idea of the quality.
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Update on the Bear Motion case, still a great case overall especially for what I paid, but I have noticed a flaw. The cutout for the POGO port has no stitching between the leather outer material and the interior lining. The adhesive has broken down a little and the lining is just a tiny bit loose around the opening. I intend to fix this myself with a needle, some black thread and about 5 minutes. This does have the potential to happen on the edges of the leather areas that do not have stitching though.
It should be noted the area with this issue flexes A LOT though. I'll post a picture later. It is very minor and I'd still buy this case again, but the manufacturer could easily prevent this with an extra couple inches of stitching.
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I received my Noreve case yesterday, so it took a little over three weeks to get to me (it is faster if you pick a black color). It is clearly much higher quality than the Bear Motion case I tried previously and better anything else I have seen on Amazon.
That does not mean I don't have any complaints. Mind you, these are pretty minor but they are complaints nonetheless.
Firstly, they have some sort of thin layer of open cell foam under the front cover. Yesterday when you pressed a bit on the front cover, you could feel and hear the foam compressing. Today, after having it in my messenger bag, that sounds seems to have worked itself out. I much prefer the feel of the back, which seems to be leather right on top of plastic. The inside front cover has some sort of rubber or gel padding and I like that too, but I am not sure the inside front cover is leather. I don't think it is. I guess they are going for a soft, cushy feel on the front.
Secondly, the clasp is slightly annoying. Someone asked how firm it was and I will say it is pretty firm. It definitely stays closed and I have no complaints about how well it functions, but the problem is the clasp on the front cover prevents the device from laying flat when the cover is folded back because the clasp points down.
The last complaint I have is the process of converting it to stand mode. You have to pop the tablet out of the bottom of the case to stand it up. This isn't an easy or quick task because the case grips the tablet pretty tight.
Despite my complaining you just read, I actually really do like the case. It is definitely quality made with quality materials.
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Has anyone tried the Poetic invictus

It looks pretty good, but I've had poetic bumpers for my nexus 4 that would fall apart every couple weeks. Has anyone tried it on the Verizon model? Poetic says it doesn't fit, but they could just be talking about the buttons being smaller.
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I have that case in black and it's ok for the price (paid $6 for it in the UK). It's very thick by my standards and will add extra 2mm to the phone but it feels very solid and snug so I am less worried now about dropping the phone. It scratches quite easily although I'm not that bothered by it. The stand at the back is nice for when you need it but I'm not sure the extra thickness to add that stand is justified by its usefulness. It's a keeper for now given the price.
Can't comment on the Verizon model as I'm in the UK...

I'm curious about this case as well. They are releasing a Verizon version on November 15th and I'm thinking about giving it a shot.
I currently have a Diztronic, which is fine, but I'd like to know what else is out there.

I posted a small review of it on here. Don't know how to link it.
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Sharpbarb said:
I'm curious about this case as well. They are releasing a Verizon version on November 15th and I'm thinking about giving it a shot.
I currently have a Diztronic, which is fine, but I'd like to know what else is out there.
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Ummm.... I'm not so sure about that. I emailed them on Friday asking if they were going to make Invictus for Verizon, and got this response:
Hi M******,
Currently, we have no plans to release an Invictus case for the LG G2, Verizon version. Thank you for your interest in Poetic Cases.
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Sounds to me like that's a negative. But hopefully if enough people email them, they'll change their mind.

thewihlygeek said:
Ummm.... I'm not so sure about that. I emailed them on Friday asking if they were going to make Invictus for Verizon, and got this response:.
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Ahh! I mixed up Invictus and Pallete.
http://www.yourpoetic.com/p/697/palette

Poetic sand is on the way to me now, the other quicksand case I got on Amazon won't stay on. Hoepfully the poetic fits better.
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I have the white version on my phone... Kinda looks like something that a Storm Trooper would have on his side... Very glossy white, not much grip but it's a good fit and inexpensive. Have a YESOO slim case on the way....
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I have the white case and I agree with others the case feels cheap. Its the high gloss plastic they used. The stand also, is not very useful. I ordered an incipio to see if it looks any better.

Terrible case. Looks nice, but stand is useless. You have to press it back and hold it down to get it back to being flat and flushed with the case...this really is not going to protect anything.

Exact Prism clear case (similar to Supcase's Hybrid Bumper Case) review with pics

I saw earlier that this case I recently got looks very similar to the SUPCASE hybrid bumper case posted here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2706539
Thought I'd post some pictures then and a quick review, since this case is a few bucks cheaper than the SUPCASE after shipping costs and everything, so you guys can get a deal on a preeeeeetty good case. All the cut-outs are where they need to be, the bumper TPU looks glossier than most TPU that are matte, and the HTC One's back looks slick as ever in the clear back window. Can't ask for much more in a case under ten bucks.
http://www.amazon.com/Exact-Prism-Slim-Fit-Transparent-Clear/dp/B00JAR24SU

good pics man, might pick that up, i need a clear case super bad!

Does this phone cover the ir blaster? Thinking I'll buy it but I saw no pictures of the top
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Gja88 said:
Does this phone cover the ir blaster? Thinking I'll buy it but I saw no pictures of the top
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Ir blaster works with case on.
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I just recieved this case in blue. Looks good. Hope it doesnt scratch the back if dust gets under. The top and bottom fit a little loose but nothing major.
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How are the buttons on this case?

WatermelonMan said:
How are the buttons on this case?
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The volume rocker buttons are raised and easy to push. The power button is cut out.
HTC One M8

Just got this case. So far my favorite case. I have the Hyperion, the cimo, the dot view but so far this is my favorite.

I got this case as well, in black. The top and bottom lips are loose like someone mentioned and quite a bit of dust gets under it . Overall the case looks pretty sleek and the clear back definitely shows off the nice metallic look. However, I feel that the case adds quite a bit of weight to the phone. Maybe I'm just used to the cruzerlite bugdroid cases as I've had on my older phones. Does anyone have both the exact prism and the cruzerlite cases and able to comment on their thoughts? :laugh:

Ah, thanks for the review. I have the Supcase one and it also has the problem with the top and bottom lips being a little loose. I wonder if these are all the same cases with just different logos slapped on the back? I dunno... I also ordered the amCase deal, on it's way. Curious to see if that one's any better.

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Ah, thanks for the review. I have the Supcase one and it also has the problem with the top and bottom lips being a little loose. I wonder if these are all the same cases with just different logos slapped on the back? I dunno... I also ordered the amCase deal, on it's way. Curious to see if that one's any better.
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I don't think anyone will be better than the other.. If you ask me they are probably all made in the same plant(or few plants) just some are stamped with the individual company logo and some are not. There are also a bunch of the same type of case on ebay with no brand name. I mean a lot of these cases that these companies brand are just generic cases from China.
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I don't think anyone will be better than the other.. If you ask me they are probably all made in the same plant(or few plants) just some are stamped with the individual company logo and some are not. There are also a bunch of the same type of case on ebay with no brand name. I mean a lot of these cases that these companies brand are just generic cases from China.
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My cheapo amCase came in today... It's basically the same design as all the others, but the back is a matte frosted plastic which actually makes the phone more awkward to hold, it's a little slippery. Basically the same exact tpu bumper, but mine has slightly more sag at the top and bottom lips. I like the way the glossy Supcase feels... will keep the amCase as a $2 spare, lol.

Just picked one up... Definitely like how it shows off my Amber Gold while protecting my device. I don't like how hard it is to get the phone in and out of the case.
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I have this same case in the same color. My only issue with this case is the volume control buttons are a little stiff. I hope that will fix itself when the case gets broken-in. I love how this case shows off the body of the M8 through the clear back.

I like the quality of the side's. Would love an all matte case. All I've found have a matte back with glossy sides.
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Rydah805 said:
I like the quality of the side's. Would love an all matte case. All I've found have a matte back with glossy sides.
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I've seen one by Griffin, has the matte sides, but a glossy back, lol. Saw it at an unofficial Verizon store, was $24.99, which is obviously a lot for a case like this. The sales guy opened it up for me, the matte sides were actually kind of slippery, no grip to them.

Nice review, thanks. Just worried as people seem to complain about the gap on the top and bottom. Luckily they're cheap so no big loss if I didnt like it

In your opinion, this the best clear case out there?

I can't really say, as I haven't tried all the cases. However, evidence points to this case being generic and is identical to clear cases from other brands. The Exact Prism case is at a good price though, so I would wholly recommend it, despite the looser fit.

Anyone have the white/clear one? I was wondering if the white stains