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Official Samsung Protective Cover MOD for Flip Cover

Hi everyone.
this thread is for anyone like me who bought a flip cover and still want to use a samsung protective cover on it to save the chrome frame of the note II from scratches.
in the attachment there is a speed mockup i did to have a preview of the result.
Actually i am using flip + protective without any mod, but the both-handed use in portrait ain't so confortable because the flip cannot flip itself on the backcover but just get a 90 degrees angle before stopping when the protective cover edge oppose resistence. Now i'm studying the right approach to operate the easy way and with no errors to cut the left side and make the flip cover flip again on the back with a protective cover on it though.
I was surprised that no one posted a thread like this, because imho the official protective + flip cover combo is the most elegant way to use the phone with no regrets on where you put it or how you put etc. I'm looking for any suggest and would like to share this experience with other users who are in this case

NOW THAT is imaginative! Im sooo doing this!

Good choice, if u gonna try please report us with pics. That would be awesome
I am scared that after the cut the resulting edges would be too sharp and look some of crappy handmade. I doubt that is not necessary to cut all the entire height of the grey bumper from the left side to obtain usability on portrait, maybe just a few millimetres and the flip will regain his full rotation. I don't know how the white edge of the protective cover will look like after the cut, if we suppose to cut all the grey bumper for a more balanced resulting design.
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It worked like a charm
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Man, you mightve been an inventor in your past life cause this is an amazing way to go.

dipas said:
Hi everyone.
this thread is for anyone like me who bought a flip cover and still want to use a samsung protective cover on it to save the chrome frame of the note II from scratches.
in the attachment there is a speed mockup i did to have a preview of the result.
Actually i am using flip + protective without any mod, but the both-handed use in portrait ain't so confortable because the flip cannot flip itself on the backcover but just get a 90 degrees angle before stopping when the protective cover edge oppose resistence. Now i'm studying the right approach to operate the easy way and with no errors to cut the left side and make the flip cover flip again on the back with a protective cover on it though.
I was surprised that no one posted a thread like this, because imho the official protective + flip cover combo is the most elegant way to use the phone with no regrets on where you put it or how you put etc. I'm looking for any suggest and would like to share this experience with other users who are in this case
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This is the best way to go. Thanks for the idea. So basically do you have to get both samsung made flip cover and a samsung made protective cover for this to work right or do you think other flip covers and protective covers would work? Waiting on my note II as we speak! I need this combo!

I only tried with samsung genuine protective plus flip cover, this concept may fit also with other producers' accessories but it depends on their thickness and dynamics
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dipas said:
It worked like a charm
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Genius! Too bad I returned the flip cover when my protective cover arrived. It looks good but I'll see how well the Ebay flip cover case fits before I go and buy a Samsung flip cover again to do the mods.

Any particular bumper/silicon case?..........or just the cheapest going off ebay? My GN2 and flip case haven't arrived yet but I'll be doing this mod straight away

Paradaz said:
Any particular bumper/silicon case?..........or just the cheapest going off ebay? My GN2 and flip case haven't arrived yet but I'll be doing this mod straight away.
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I used the genuine samsung protective cover for note II. You could try with different types though
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dipas said:
I used the genuine samsung protective cover for note II. You could try with different types though
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Sorry, I hadn't read the original post correctly.....I thought the genuine flip case was also the 'protective cover' - just different names for it. Hadn't realised this mod was a hybrid of two different genuine cases. I saw the grey bumper and thought that was cut from a cheapo none branded silicone case.
Can you explain what the rear of the GN2 looks like then? I haven't seen this protective cover yet and none of the photos show the back.....I'm trying to imagine whether it's only the bumper that is cut from the protective cover or whether that makes up the rear of the modified case. Thanks in advance.

The samsung protective cover for gn2 is made of two materials, the back is exactly the same white material of the original backcover, with the same look, and the gray bumper is a soft gum. I highly suggest this cover, it follows the same feel and design of the n7100.
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OMG Thank you so much!
This is EXACTLY what I wanted! I'm going to combine this with a flygrip and I will be all set!
I tried asking on another thread if anyone knew if a bumper case could fit over my flip case but never got any responses...
I would have been afraid to be the first one to try but now that I see that it can work I can't wait to do it!
Off to the Samsung website for the 50% off coupon and the black protective case!
Thank You Again!!!

I have done exactly the same thing with the original note 1
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Great Idea
Here is my take on this great idea - I found that after I cut the side, doing some light sanding made for a much smoother and nicer finish along the hard white plastic edge. Also to smooth out the grey bumper edges that I cut - I heated up a butter knife (not too hot) and lightly pressed it up against the edges and made for a much smoother cut edge (does not look like it was cut with exacto knife)

Looks great!
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fifthblindmouse said:
Here is my take on this great idea - I found that after I cut the side, doing some light sanding made for a much smoother and nicer finish along the hard white plastic edge. Also to smooth out the grey bumper edges that I cut - I heated up a butter knife (not too hot) and lightly pressed it up against the edges and made for a much smoother cut edge (does not look like it was cut with exacto knife)
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Hi,
Did you remove all the gray soft plastic? I left about a mm because it masks better. Is it that that you smooth?
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Thats probably the best case (combo) ive ever seens. A couple of questions.
Please provide links for where you got both.
Dont you find it an inconvenience to flip it everytime you want to use the phone?
If the phone was in freefall would the flip become flappy and the phone drop on its screen?
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I've just ordered a genuine back plate and flip cover. Lets see how this goes.
Also are you guys using a screen protector? If so does the case lift it off?

Yes, if you look at the outside of the case - all of the grey is removed, there is still a tiny amount of residual grey on the inside surface of the white plastic. I sanded down the hard white plastic edge.
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Chan_B said:
Thats probably the best case (combo) ive ever seens. A couple of questions.
Please provide links for where you got both.
Dont you find it an inconvenience to flip it everytime you want to use the phone?
If the phone was in freefall would the flip become flappy and the phone drop on its screen?
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Kind of expensive but I got the flip cover from the local sprint store $40 (that is the only place that i could find one) Even tho my phone is the T-Mo variant, the sprint one still fits. And I got the white plastic case from newegg $22.
I dont think that it is a bother to flip open the case - I kind of like it actually
In theory it could drop on the screen or something could drop on the screen but I also put on a screen cover - i guess my phone can survive most scenarios

Official Samsung flip cover + back case combo?

Is there some sort of case that I can use to protect the back of the phone that works with the flip cover? I can almost get a gel case on the back, but without making some modifications with a craft knife (I am useless at that sort of thing), I can't fold the cover back with it attached.
There must be some solution out here that allows me to use the flip cover with protection on the back?
Thanks for any advice.

I would like to know this too. Any info would be much appreciated.
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Case Combo that Works
I use both a Flip Case and a Hybrid Case together giving me front cover, all around protection and kickstand. I attached the flip case. I then cut a small section from the left side of the hybrid case to allow the cover on the flip to open freely and attached it to the GN2 with the flip cover. Here are the ebay products I used:
Black Luxury Flip Case Brushed Cover For Samsung Galaxy Note 2 II N7100 NEW - $8.66
Black Hybrid Jolt Hard TPU Case Cover Kickstand For Samsung Galaxy Note II 2 - $9.95

krdud said:
I use both a Flip Case and a Hybrid Case together giving me front cover, all around protection and kickstand. I attached the flip case. I then cut a small section from the left side of the hybrid case to allow the cover on the flip to open freely and attached it to the GN2 with the flip cover. Here are the ebay products I used:
Black Luxury Flip Case Brushed Cover For Samsung Galaxy Note 2 II N7100 NEW - $8.66
Black Hybrid Jolt Hard TPU Case Cover Kickstand For Samsung Galaxy Note II 2 - $9.95
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Its just the cutting part I wanted to avoid. Im quite surprised samsung didnt develop a back case to compliment the flip cover.
Looks like im gonna have to try and cut a section out of my gel case then, or find someone who has some cutting skills.
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The flip cover replaces the original back cover.

flaring afro said:
The flip cover replaces the original back cover.
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I know, but I want something to protect the back as well
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Why don't you get a cover that had a flip built in. They seem to cost the same.
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finalhit said:
Why don't you get a cover that had a flip built in. They seem to cost the same.
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I could of done that I suppose but I have already purchased the flip cover and really like it.
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simacca said:
I could of done that I suppose but I have already purchased the flip cover and really like it.
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I just saw in another thread something by tech21 impactology that is awesome. It has a built in flip cover and very protective case. Look into it of you get the chance. I just ordered one for myself
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simacca said:
I know, but I want something to protect the back as well
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Isn't the entire back the replaced cover? Unless you want to protect the camera more...

flaring afro said:
Isn't the entire back the replaced cover? Unless you want to protect the camera more...
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No. I want to protect the back from getting scratched up and from knocks and bumps.
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simacca said:
I could of done that I suppose but I have already purchased the flip cover and really like it.
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Hmm,a badly cut edge could scratch the metal part.which is not replaceable. Since you're thinking of buying a case anyway, why not spend the extra 5 dollars and go for one's with built in flip cover. They look the same the oems
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http://www.ray-out.co.jp/products/docomo_galaxy_note_ii_sc-02e.html
from japan, some of these has the opening for use with official Samsung flip cover, i ordered the tpu one in dark brown, snap cases are available too
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Genuine Leather Pouch with clip

Can anyone recommend a slim real leather black pouch with belt clip?

outkast22 said:
Can anyone recommend a slim real leather black pouch with belt clip?
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http://astore.amazon.com/bla03-20/search?node=97&keywords=galaxy+note+2+leather&x=0&y=0&preview=

I think this is what you are looking for. It's a genuine leather (not pleather) case.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2024395
Works great, but I changed to the sedio case. I'll make ya a deal on it! PM me.

outkast22 said:
Can anyone recommend a slim real leather black pouch with belt clip?
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This is the holster I use, it works great and looks great too.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009XKNFDC/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00
At that price it is hard to believe it is real leather, but it says it is leather and seems like leather to me and I refuse to cut it just to see. It has a clip that will fit a wide belt and also has 2 loops that you can slide your belt through for more security. Also it fits the Note 2 with either the RND TPU Protective Case or the elago G6 Slim Fit Case on the phone.

donec said:
This is the holster I use, it works great and looks great too.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009XKNFDC/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00
At that price it is hard to believe it is real leather, but it says it is leather and seems like leather to me and I refuse to cut it just to see. It has a clip that will fit a wide belt and also has 2 loops that you can slide your belt through for more security. Also it fits the Note 2 with either the RND TPU Protective Case or the elago G6 Slim Fit Case on the phone.
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I wish I could see a video or maybe some screen shots with how much wiggle room there is with a case on inside the holster.
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Whatever you do stay away from any cases with magnetic clips or a magnetic anything on the case. I got one with a magnet kickstand and it screwed up alot with the spen and screen. It interferes With the magnetic fields that the phone needs to operate properly. I wasted like forty bucks on that case. Straight to the garbage.
You'd be surprised how many cases employ a Magnat somewhere. You arroyos think the manufacturer s would know about the whole magnet plus electronics thing never works out well. Dummies
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adlzian said:
I wish I could see a video or maybe some screen shots with how much wiggle room there is with a case on inside the holster.
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There is not really any wiggle room from end to end as the edges of the phone in the tpu case touch the ends of the case but it is not really tight and the lid of the case opens enough to get an easy grip on the phone for removal. The phone in the case is 153 x 83 x 11mm. So if you measure your Note 2 in your case and it is the about same size or maybe 2mm larger then you'll know it will fit.

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There is not really any wiggle room from end to end as the edges of the phone in the tpu case touch the ends of the case but it is not really tight and the lid of the case opens enough to get an easy grip on the phone for removal. The phone in the case is 153 x 83 x 11mm. So if you measure your Note 2 in your case and it is the about same size or maybe 2mm larger then you'll know it will fit.
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Thanks. U just made me buy it!
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adlzian said:
Thanks. U just made me buy it!
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Hope you like it as much as I do.

Samsung Protective Bumper Cover Plus Case - feedback please

Does anyone have this one? I had a bumper on an iPhone previously and liked how it gave it some grab when I set it down on a table. But also gives some protection while keeping it closer to naked.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B009M5L6ES

Re: Samsung Protective Bumper Cover Plus Case
I have the other color.protects OK. Keeps screen away from surface when face down. Let me tell you thou. That **** scratches easier than the phone!
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I have the other color.protects OK. Keeps screen away from surface when face down. Let me tell you thou. That **** scratches easier than the phone!
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Is it pretty thin? Also, is the bumper flush with the case on the back? I had a Belkin one on my games horrible.

Don't have it myself, but heard it scratches and very slippery.

I have this case and it's great. My coworker has the black one and it does scratch quite easily and is noticeable, but I have the white one, so it's not too bad. It's slim and protects the screen well. It's not as nice as the OEM S3 one but it works well and matches nicely.

I currently use the black one. It has a great design because the back is glossy which helps you slide the phone in and out of the pocket with ease and offers protection with minimal bulk. You can also put the screen face down without worry of scratching the screen. The buttons are also covered by the bumber so you dont need to worry about the buttons wearing down from moisture.
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Just to let you know, if you don't already, that this is more of a case than a bumper. Everyone keeps throwing around the word bumper. This case does have a back. It is not a bumper in the sense that it only surrounds the sides of the phone.

AlphaNoble said:
Just to let you know, if you don't already, that this is more of a case than a bumper. Everyone keeps throwing around the word bumper. This case does have a back. It is not a bumper in the sense that it only surrounds the sides of the phone.
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Yes. Thanks for clarifying in the thread though. I'm going to give it a try and will report back. I'm not a fan of cases in general, but I dropped my last s3 and it was forever scarred with a scrape on the corner of the bezel.
Seems like it would be cool of Samsung made it so you removed the oem back and then attached the bumper case using the clips. Vs adding a second back.
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I ordered one, for the second time. First one I sent back because I also got the Otterbox .
It's a great case. Fits perfectly and is pretty minimal. Would survive a few drops.
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So would this case actually fit with the Samsung OEM wireless charging back attached..? I couldn't find any reports on that.. If anyone knows please let me know as i am interested in purchasing this case but not at the expense of losing the Qi charging capability.. Thank you.

S-view cover + bumper

Does anyone know of a bumper case that will work with the s-view cover?
I like the s-view cover and want some protection for the exposed edges of the phone.
I'm debating on just buying a TPU Case and cutting out the back to create a bumper, but wonder if it will even stay on the phone
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Cutting out the TPU Case and retrofitting it with the S-View Cover is the only real solution. I've seen discussions on this back in the good old Note 2 days.
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Does anyone know of a bumper case that will work with the s-view cover?
I like the s-view cover and want some protection for the exposed edges of the phone.
I'm debating on just buying a TPU Case and cutting out the back to create a bumper, but wonder if it will even stay on the phone
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