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Case Mate case Official

Looks like case mate made official their case for the samsung focus (other than just by the AT&T store: http://www.case-mate.com/Samsung-Focus-Cases/Case-Mate-Samsung-Focus-Pop-Cases.asp
EDIT (on 11-01-2010):
Just received the black version from case-mate. The reason for the case being 30$-ish, it includes a screen protector kit. I can defenitively tell that the black version looks slicker than the red one. But that's a mater of personal taste. I mean it's slicker in a way that it look like it's more *part* of the phone, meaning its less obvious that you have a case on it. Anyway that's my 2 cents

Pretty nice, but 35 bucks??? lol Otterboxes go for that much.

ITDRAGON said:
Pretty nice, but 35 bucks??? lol Otterboxes go for that much.
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I have the red version (ordered on ebay) and it's really great, not too soft and harder in the back, I don't mind paying that much for a case, when I paid several hundreds for my phone.

I've got a red one on order... What do you think of it? I have seen a video review but it sucks...

jessiethe3rd said:
I've got a red one on order... What do you think of it? I have seen a video review but it sucks...
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I really like it, it's really great and makes handing the phone better (grip is better).
It does makes the phone a little bit heavier and bulkier, but I mean thats normal it's a case
I can take some shot of it if you want!

35 bucks....

$90 can you say RAPE?
http://cgi.ebay.com/New-Red-Black-C...Accessories&hash=item43a40cab56#ht_3922wt_905

I purchased the red pop case when i bought the phone and it was a nice case. Very sturdy but an extremely tight fit. So tight that when I tried to pry out my phone one day a small platic piece right under the micro usb cutout broke. The phone certainly pops out when you pullllllll it out. Either way iam dissapointed I wasted $35 bucs on that case but very content with my body glove snap case.
On a side note how efffed up is it that otterbox make a case the dell venue, which by the way hasnt had a wide release, and hasnt made one the the focus? Makes no sense...

punkcell said:
$90 can you say RAPE?
http://cgi.ebay.com/New-Red-Black-C...Accessories&hash=item43a40cab56#ht_3922wt_905
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Wow msrp is 35.. wth lol
http://cgi.ebay.com/Samsung-Focus-Windows-7-i917-POP-Case-Case-Mate-RED-/330502923353?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item4cf3826459
This guy is selling them for about 22.00 has 275 of them lol
How do you guys like the way the buttons stick up? Are you hitting them by accident? Does it help in preventing hitting the camera or power button by accident?

I bought the Red case-mate on Cyber Monday when they were 50% off from AT&T site. I couldn't resist taking advantage of this deal and I needed some decent protection for my Focus. Although I kinda like the case, I might get the Otterbox when it comes out . My setup right now is this case with a Zagg InvisibleShield. I use Cat Crap paste lens cleaner to keep the screen clean and slick. Any case you buy is going to be a balance of form, fit, function, and price.
Form - This is a area of taste for most and differs widely between people. In general, I'd say this case provides reasonable protection at a relatively slim design and light weight. It feels good in your hand and is attractive. Not being a big fan of colored cases, the red is actually attractive (can't believe I'm saying that). Had the black one been available at the time, I would have definitely gone with that one. But the red is masculine and I can live with it. Agree with cubanaso about the delicacy of the small plastic strip between microusb port and front of phone (screen). This went under extreme stress when I put the phone in and I thought I was going to break it (most likely because I didn't put it in the best way). Thankfully it flexed but didn't break. My suggestion would be to pay the most attention to this area when installing phone. Because of the shape of the phone, the natural instinct is to put the bottom side in the case first. Might want to try putting the top side in first and flex the bottom instead .
Fit - snug fit and definitely isn't going anywhere. Feels like a part of the phone. I actually removed it to instal microusb card, then put it back it. It is a challenge, but not impossible. Like I stated before, you have to be super sensitive to the case's thin plastic strip near microusb port. Overall fit is excellent if you don't plan on taking it on and off.
Function - I've actually dropped it from about 5 feet and it was fine. No damage to case of phone. I'd say the protection level is above average but not Otterbox Defender level. It is probably comparable to the Otterbox commuter series. Minor scratches to back of phone, but still looks relatively new after a month. As far as the buttons go, the case-mate setup actually works quite well. The protrude just the right amount to where you know where they are without having to look at the phone. I can feel the correct orientation of my phone and upright it without looking at it. Big plus. But they take just enough intentional push to where I have yet to accidentally turn off the phone. Not even once. The execution of the buttons (and the side grip as a whole) is probably the biggest plus of the case-mate Pop! Case. Who knows, if Otterbox takes to long, I just may stick with the Pop! Case. I'm not a huge fan of a Red case (by any manufacturer), but this one is actually a good one and is starting to grow on me.
Price - As of right now, I wouldn't pay retail for this case. There was a time when this was the only decent case imo and it was only offered on AT&T site. This is not the situation anymore. Here is another site where it is discounted:
http://www.mrhit.com/POP_Case_RED_Samsung_Focus_i917_Windows7_Case_Mate_p/mh-22674.htm

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=310284312222
Forget $90. Forget $22. How about $10????? Free Shipping too.
Seems like a legit seller.

That's a deal right there.

wildbilll said:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=310284312222
Forget $90. Forget $22. How about $10????? Free Shipping too.
Seems like a legit seller.
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i hope he sells the black ones soon

Got in the $10 red one today by USPS.
Pardon the lousy photos.
What I need now is a leather belt case that will hold it and close fully since it now measures 129mm x 69mm x 15.5mm with this case on it. My original size was 123mm x 65mm x 10mm.
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Nice!!! I just got the black one. I love the case

wildbilll said:
Got in the $10 red one today by USPS.
Pardon the lousy photos.
What I need now is a leather belt case that will hold it and close fully since it now measures 129mm x 69mm x 15.5mm with this case on it. My original size was 123mm x 65mm x 10mm.
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i broke off the thin red strip where the micro usb slot is...this allows you to take the case off and put it back on with ease...case will still retain its tighness on the phone

chizzwhizz said:
i broke off the thin red strip where the micro usb slot is...this allows you to take the case off and put it back on with ease...case will still retain its tighness on the phone
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In the process of taking a picture of the sd card for another thread here on the focus site under general, I took off the case to get to the memory card.
When I was putting the Case Mate back on, one end of the thin part broke. This is definitely a weak spot in the design.
Did you remove it (the red strip) completely, and if so did you cut away the rubber gasket or leave that?

wildbilll said:
In the process of taking a picture of the sd card for another thread here on the focus site under general, I took off the case to get to the memory card.
When I was putting the Case Mate back on, one end of the thin part broke. This is definitely a weak spot in the design.
Did you remove it (the red strip) completely, and if so did you cut away the rubber gasket or leave that?
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i left the rubber there. The thin red strip makes it so hard to remove the case but without it, the rubber there can expand for easy removal.

AngelSpirit said:
Looks like case mate made official their case for the samsung focus (other than just by the AT&T store: http://www.case-mate.com/Samsung-Focus-Cases/Case-Mate-Samsung-Focus-Pop-Cases.asp
EDIT (on 11-01-2010):
Just received the black version from case-mate. The reason for the case being 30$-ish, it includes a screen protector kit. I can defenitively tell that the black version looks slicker than the red one. But that's a mater of personal taste. I mean it's slicker in a way that it look like it's more *part* of the phone, meaning its less obvious that you have a case on it. Anyway that's my 2 cents
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Which shipping option did you choose and how long did it take to get to Canada? Thx.

sabesh said:
Which shipping option did you choose and how long did it take to get to Canada? Thx.
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just the USPS one (the cheapest), got it within about 5-6 business days (I'm in Montreal)

Has anyone tried this specific "smart cover" case?

I looked around for smart covers on ebay and found the cover below. It doesn't fold around like this case does and in general looks more stable judging by the pictures (they could be wrong though).
Have any of you tried it? I have not found a review of it yet but I figured it might be worth asking.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-Smart...ase-Cover-Google-nexus-7-Tablet-/280999623067
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Good question. I've been thinking about getting this case too. Anyone actually got it?

Looks cool, but it would have to be much more stable than it looks to me.
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chacalau said:
Good question. I've been thinking about getting this case too. Anyone actually got it?
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Yes I have this case, I tell you its a beautiful case to hold and look at. There are other colour variants available which I got the red one.
Its very sleek, doesn't add much weight or bulk to the device.
The sleep functions works brilliantly, and doesn't lock the device when you fold it over to hold like a book, which some do.
ONE DOWNSIDE!!!! - The stand is very hard to figure out (i have not yet figured how to fold it to make it stand up haha !)
Hope this helps answer your questions.
And I genuinly recommend this case as its ace ! (that rhymes weee)

Wilks3y said:
Yes I have this case, I tell you its a beautiful case to hold and look at. There are other colour variants available which I got the red one.
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Have you got a link for any of the other colours? The ones I see in multiple colours are the ones with the wrap-around magnetic closure in the back (which I have, I'd like to have one that just lies over the screen for use at home).

formicae said:
Have you got a link for any of the other colours? The ones I see in multiple colours are the ones with the wrap-around magnetic closure in the back (which I have, I'd like to have one that just lies over the screen for use at home).
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You're right mate, asif
Yeah the coloured variants have a lip that does go round the back, but its not noticeable and surely you want this to keep it nicely closed and secure?

Wilks3y said:
Yeah the coloured variants have a lip that does go round the back, but its not noticeable and surely you want this to keep it nicely closed and secure?
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I think it's noticeable, especially when I have that extra flap to fold back over when I'm using the N7 in my hand.
I want to keep it closed and secure, sure, when it's in a bag or something. But my N7 spends most of its time on my coffee table or bar; I'd love to have a slim case with just a flap over the screen to keep the dust out. That doesn't cost $30+ like the Poetics or Portenzos of the world.

Wilks3y said:
Yes I have this case, I tell you its a beautiful case to hold and look at. There are other colour variants available which I got the red one.
Its very sleek, doesn't add much weight or bulk to the device.
The sleep functions works brilliantly, and doesn't lock the device when you fold it over to hold like a book, which some do.
ONE DOWNSIDE!!!! - The stand is very hard to figure out (i have not yet figured how to fold it to make it stand up haha !)
Hope this helps answer your questions.
And I genuinly recommend this case as its ace ! (that rhymes weee)
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So do you have this exact case or not? I've seen the other ones and I'm not interested in them after reading the reviews. That's why I started a new thread about this one. If you do have this one, some pictures would be great.

I went and ordered one of these, but likely won't have it for a couple of weeks since it's coming from China. Will post my impressions when it arrives.

formicae said:
I went and ordered one of these, but likely won't have it for a couple of weeks since it's coming from China. Will post my impressions when it arrives.
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there's a video review from youtube titled "Nexus 7 - Cheap eBay "Smart Cover" Review"

brickedman said:
there's a video review from youtube titled "Nexus 7 - Cheap eBay "Smart Cover" Review"
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That's a different case, with the wrap-around flap on the right side. I already have that one.

look, heres the deal, that case may look pretty but any case like that wont stay closed. for it to be closed, there would have to be magnets along the edges like the portfolio. any case maker that says the case will stay closed without magnets on the border is lying.

I own one and its awesome. Buy it.
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I have got 1, build quality feels nice and it doesn't add much bulk to the device and also looks pretty sweet.
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I have to admit, I never really liked these cases... but after seeing that YouTube review online, I'm curious enough to give it a shot.
I'm absolutely in love with this Speck case, but I do have a minor concern with it. I use my Nexus 7 frequently, very frequently, and not only that but I use it for work. I'm continually walking up and down the hall at work going from one problem to another, using my N7 along the way. As a result, I'm concerned I may wear out the clip on the Speck case quite a bit. This only became a thought when I realized the clipping mechanism is significantly easier now than it was when I bought it. Broken in? Maybe. Will it get even softer? Very possible. This case ensures that won't happen since the magnets of course don't have physical contact to wear like that. While the higher stand up position seems a bit easy to topple over, the other one with the N7 (one I'd likely prefer anyway) looks a bit better in terms of stability.
At any rate, ah, I bought one just now - we'll see what happens when it gets here.
Edit - for what it's worth the one I ordered did indeed have the magnetic flap that goes around back to ensure it stays shut. I'm not sure I'd consider one without...

Case arrived today, so far I like it, the cover lies flatter than the eBay case with the extra flap, and it feels slimmer. Only downside so far is that it sometimes puts the tablet to sleep when I fold it back. We'll see if it gets better over time. I'll try to take pictures when I have a chance.

formicae said:
Case arrived today, so far I like it, the cover lies flatter than the eBay case with the extra flap, and it feels slimmer. Only downside so far is that it sometimes puts the tablet to sleep when I fold it back. We'll see if it gets better over time. I'll try to take pictures when I have a chance.
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maybe slip something to block the magnet on the back? not sure what can maybe help on that front, but maybe a little thickness might be enough.
Side note, anyone have this and the poetic slimline case? I got the first case they had for my uncle, but it's a bit difficult for him to open. I'd get him a portenzo like mine, but it might actually add more bulk than I'd want for him.

[REVIEW] Aluminium Bumper

Today I took receipt of a grey Aluminium Bumper for the GT-N7100 Galaxy Note.
I bought them from eBay for about £14 from a UK seller, there are cheaper ones from China but I thought getting one from the UK would be quicker to get a hold of, in terms of delivery.
This is the first bumper like this I've ever owned, I had heard stories of people scratching their devices whilst installing the phone into these things, but I had no such issue. There wasn't a mark on the protector caused by the installation and, considering the screen protector is going to be much softer than the glass, thus easier to damage, so if there was going to be any damage, you'd see it on that.
On the note of installation, it was quick and easy. The phone sits nicely inside, there isn't any play as such but, when you "try" to move it around you can feel movement, but I think this is something of a good thing, for absorption purposes in case of a fall.
What I was surprised about, was the fact the back of the case sits almost flush with the back of the phone itself, offering no (extra) protection for the camera when you put it backside down, this fortunately is not the case for the front, the case adds about a 2mm edge to the screen, and so does get protection when you place it screen down on a table etc...
You can see that it comes well packaged, perhaps not as well as the Nillkin case I reviewed last month, but better than just being loose in an envelope.
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There are pads on the inside of the case that the phone actually sits on (not on the bare metal itself.)
To use the buttons on the phone, it has it's own raised buttons on the case, they work really well and are quite rigid.
It's very precisely cut, the mic holes are correct and inline.
And the original Samsung cable fits just fine too.
All-in-all I'm quite impressed, I don't think It's worth the £14 I paid, but It's the just one of the cons of wanting it quick, as opposed to waiting for a delivery from China.
Also, to dispel any reports/myths, that it out makes the signal worse, the phone and other internal radios haven't been affected by the case in anyway.
There are plenty of sellers on eBay selling them for you to buy from, but here is the seller I bought mine from http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/281008440...eName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
Update:
Due to the concerns I have about damage to the camera lens that this and, other cases that don't fully surround the phone don't protect against, when placed on a table for example, I have simply cut a piece of a screen protector, from a protector for a phone I no longer own, and placed it over the lens.
This has not affected image quality, or affected the way the auto focus works or the speed off it in anyway. With this in place, I am no longer worried about minor scratches that could be caused by putting the phone down on a desk/table. In my opinion, this is a suitable solution not just for this case, but just to have in general, regardless of what case (if any at all) you choose to use

I really like the looks of this case!
How close is the fit? Does the phone wiggle around at all inside the bumper?
One of the other Ebay listings for this has a video showing installation, for anyone interested: Oops... not enough posts.
You can search Youtube for "Aluminum Bumper Metal Alloy case for SAMSUNG Galaxy Note 2 (GT-N7100) / Note 2 LTE (GT-N7105)"

Roundabouts said:
I really like the looks of this case!
How close is the fit? Does the phone wiggle around at all inside the bumper?
One of the other Ebay listings for this has a video showing installation, for anyone interested: Oops... not enough posts.
You can search Youtube for "Aluminum Bumper Metal Alloy case for SAMSUNG Galaxy Note 2 (GT-N7100) / Note 2 LTE (GT-N7105)"
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I did mention movement in the review
"The phone sits nicely inside, there isn't any play as such but, when you "try" to move it around you can feel movement, but I think this is something of a good thing, for absorption purposes in case of a fall. "
But to elaborate on it more, it fits tightly and there isn't any movement but, If you try to force movement you can tell that there is a bit of give, probably from the pads compressing. It's nothing bad and is probably good that it happens the way it does.

Ah, my brain skipped over that for some reason, sorry!
I noticed in the pictures and video that the pads don't seem to cover the entire inside. The corners are exposed, and I am worried about the phone contacting the unpadded parts when dropped. Also, it looks like the rear shots of the case show light between the bumper and sides of the phone.
Extra padding isn't hard to add, so I may give this a try.

Roundabouts said:
I read your post, but I wasn't clear on what I meant by wiggle.
I noticed in the pictures and video that the pads don't seem to cover the entire inside. The corners are exposed, and I was worried about the phone contacting the unpadded parts when dropped.
This is something I can easily fix on my own, if there's an issue, so I think I'm going to give this case a try!
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Ahh, I know what you mean now. It'll be real easy to add some extra padding if needed, you'd just need to get some self adhesive foam and stick it where you want it.

Can you give a quick mention on the sliding cover peice, does it rub the edges of the screen? Someone said somewhere that the screen rubs on the peice that you slide back on to cover the top.
Thanks,

1FstYOTA said:
Can you give a quick mention on the sliding cover peice, does it rub the edges of the screen? Someone said somewhere that the screen rubs on the peice that you slide back on to cover the top.
Thanks,
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From the first post:
"This is the first bumper like this I've ever owned, I had heard stories of people scratching their devices whilst installing the phone into these things, but I had no such issue. There wasn't a mark on the protector caused by the installation and, considering the screen protector is going to be much softer than the glass, thus easier to damage, so if there was going to be any damage, you'd see it on that."
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Ok, now comes the question, since I'm looking at this and the hard case you reviewed, which do you prefer using as your daily case? Love the look of the aluminium bumper, but the back not being as protective as the front is what makes me dislike it...
Thanks.

sHaHiN786 said:
Ok, now comes the question, since I'm looking at this and the hard case you reviewed, which do you prefer using as your daily case? Love the look of the aluminium bumper, but the back not being as protective as the front is what makes me dislike it...
Thanks.
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Well, I think I'm actually leaning towards the bumper I have a protector on the screen, and the back plate can be replaced if it gets mega scratched etc... I think the bumper just looks so much cooler than anything I've had before.
I have got a fully covering leather case for full protection when I know I'm going to be somewhere that I could cause some real damage if I dropped it, like when going out walking etc... but day-to-day the bumper is the route "I'd" take.
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RavenY2K3 said:
From the first post:
"This is the first bumper like this I've ever owned, I had heard stories of people scratching their devices whilst installing the phone into these things, but I had no such issue. There wasn't a mark on the protector caused by the installation and, considering the screen protector is going to be much softer than the glass, thus easier to damage, so if there was going to be any damage, you'd see it on that."
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ugh case of the Monday, well thanks man my should be here anyday now.
Thanks for the review can't wait to get mine.

Due to the concerns I have about damage to the camera lens that this and, other cases that don't fully surround the phone don't protect against, when placed on a table for example, I have simply cut a piece of a screen protector, from a protector for a phone I no longer own, and placed it over the lens.
This has not affected image quality, or affected the way the auto focus works or the speed off it in anyway. With this in place, I am no longer worried about minor scratches that could be caused by putting the phone down on a desk/table. In my opinion, this is a suitable solution not just for this case, but just to have in general, regardless of what case (if any at all) you choose to use
First post updated.
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OMG thanks for the review!! ive been wanting one of these but havent found a good review for it online! you mentioned that this particular case doesnt offer protection for the camera since it is flush with the device. However on amazon i found this one:
http://www.amazon.com/ZuGadgets-Alu...391&sr=8-7&keywords=galaxy+note+2+bumper+case
it looks identical to the case you have, but in the pictures, it shows that the case is elevated slightly from the phone itself. do you think this could be different from the one you have?
thanks!

Good review
but I'm wondering whether this aluminium kind of bumper blocks the GPS signal or not when the phone is used as Navigation. Pls try to use the bumper and turn the GPS on. . Will there be any problem? thanx

There was another review on here regarding a metal bumper and according to him it did not affect the gps but it did affect the nfc..

TraktoR6666 said:
Good review
but I'm wondering whether this aluminium kind of bumper blocks the GPS signal or not when the phone is used as Navigation. Pls try to use the bumper and turn the GPS on. . Will there be any problem? thanx
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This does not impact GPS/NFC. I have noticed roughly a one bar drop in cell signal but that's it. I've had mine for almost a month and no issues.

fadilkarim said:
OMG thanks for the review!! ive been wanting one of these but havent found a good review for it online! you mentioned that this particular case doesnt offer protection for the camera since it is flush with the device. However on amazon i found this one:
http://www.amazon.com/ZuGadgets-Alu...391&sr=8-7&keywords=galaxy+note+2+bumper+case
it looks identical to the case you have, but in the pictures, it shows that the case is elevated slightly from the phone itself. do you think this could be different from the one you have?
thanks!
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It's just the camera angle, if I take a picture at the same angle, it will give the same illusion.
And regarding GPS signal, the case "does" affect it. I've been meaning to make a video showing exactly what happens, I'll try and make and upload one tomorrow.
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Anyone find one similar to the element case for iphone and Galaxy S3. I like bumper cases but the idea of a snap together 2 piece one does not seem secure enough to me. The screw together case seems like it would be much better.

I ordered this exact case on Friday. Should be here this week.
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RavenY2K3 said:
It's just the camera angle, if I take a picture at the same angle, it will give the same illusion.
And regarding GPS signal, the case "does" affect it. I've been meaning to make a video showing exactly what happens, I'll try and make and upload one tomorrow.
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Wow those clever dogs! lol damn im disappointed. and now that u mention it affecting gps signal i think ill get another case. Im glad i stumbled on your review!!
might go for an otterbox... lol

RavenY2K3 said:
And regarding GPS signal, the case "does" affect it.
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Too bad, otherwise it would be a great bumper case.

[Q] Tips for going Caseless?

Does anyone have advice regarding going about using the HTC One without a case, naked and out in the world, without utterly destroying the phone due to scratches, dings and dents?
I pre-ordered my HTC One 64 gb on contract and Im considering selling it in december and buying whatever Nexus phone google is offering in november off contract, and judging by the nexus 4, the price point shouldnt be too bad.

My tip is don't !
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yohaq said:
Does anyone have advice regarding going about using the HTC One without a case, naked and out in the world, without utterly destroying the phone due to scratches, dings and dents?
I pre-ordered my HTC One 64 gb on contract and Im considering selling it in december and buying whatever Nexus phone google is offering in november off contract, and judging by the nexus 4, the price point shouldnt be too bad.
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If you want to go caseless, your best bet is to install something like the Skinomi full body shield. It should provide protection against scratch on the body.

get a clear case/bumper
I tried going caseless for sgs3, n2, and nexus 4.
Random scratches here and there. Not worth it!

So what If it scratches. You won't notice them when the screen is on anyway.

a pouch
I'm with you in that it seems a dreadful shame to cover up such a beautiful piece of design.
Personally my solution is to use a leather pouch - protected when I'm not using it and all it's caseless glory when I am
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MohJee said:
So what If it scratches. You won't notice them when the screen is on anyway.
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its annoying when the screen is off.
your losing resale value of the device

Same here, hate using cases for my phones. Went caseless with One X, then S3 then Note 2, Xperia Sola, then 4s, then Nexus 4, then back to One X (I know, I change phones a lot and now I'm planning to get the One ). What I did was buy those full body screen protectors, I used Zagg for the rear and sides, but used the Spigen ones on the screen so that I wouldn't even feel or see any screen protector on the screen.
I sold all my other phones (except N4 and Sola) near the real value I bought it because it still looks and feels so brand new and until now, none of my buyers have complained (I give them an opportunity to test the phones for a week first, if they need help with something, I help them to the best I can, and if they don't like the phone, I give them a full refund, but I ask for a free snack)
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I've been fortunate enough to have not dropped my last 3 phones while caseless.
It used to happen when I would get out of the car, so now the phone is either in my pocket or in my hand when I get in/out of the car.
I always have a back screen protector so that the back won't scratch when it lays on the table.
Keys and change in right pocket, phone in left.
Other than that, keep a tight grip!

yohaq said:
Does anyone have advice regarding going about using the HTC One without a case, naked and out in the world, without utterly destroying the phone due to scratches, dings and dents?
I pre-ordered my HTC One 64 gb on contract and Im considering selling it in december and buying whatever Nexus phone google is offering in november off contract, and judging by the nexus 4, the price point shouldnt be too bad.
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yes buy a pouch
when its tucked away its protected, when you use it, its naked
best of both worlds

hamdir said:
yes buy a pouch
when its tucked away its protected, when you use it, its naked
best of both worlds
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It's lovely naked, it's really is, people should have to pay to see it, it's like a peep show!
I'll be getting a pouch very, very soon... until then, I'm holding it like a baby!

This is the million dollar dilemma every time!
I HATE cases, the phone is designed to be held and felt as it is, not with a case that makes it twice the size (some don't I know...)
A pouch kind of helps here, but then if you are using the device and you drop it, I have yet to see a pouch that spots it has been dropped and quickly attaches itself to avoid damage

expertzero1 said:
get a clear case/bumper
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any recommandation on that?

Everyone saying use a pouch for when the phone is not in use lol. U do know the most damage done to a phone is from dropping it right? You can't drop a phone thats putaway. You can when you are holding it. So pouch doesnt actually make a difference.

expertzero1 said:
its annoying when the screen is off.
your losing resale value of the device
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It's scratch proof. I have a 1-year-old One X and it has maybe 2 micro scratches on the screen. Almost immaculate and the same as an Xperia on the second day. lol
Edit: Also not sure how could you dent/scratch a phone in your pocket?!

m00moo said:
Everyone saying use a pouch for when the phone is not in use lol. U do know the most damage done to a phone is from dropping it right? You can't drop a phone thats putaway. You can when you are holding it. So pouch doesnt actually make a difference.
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thats only semi true when you are carrying around taking it out from your pocket etc its always in the pouch
but if you drop while using it yes its true
so a pouch is kinda of half protection and protects against the element in pocket/ bag etc

I have one instance though a sharp object went inside the pouch I put my phone on... I'm not sure how many days it has been on the pouch but it scratched my phone like hell. I thought it was dust or something on my hands when it's dirty until I felt it when I was holding the pouch and meh! A little stone made it inside.

I recommend these. They aren't out yet for the One but should be soon. I used them on my One X for nine months and never had an issue. They are wet apply and shrink when dry so tightly that you can feel the raised lettering in the Beats logo. Their shiny though which may not appeal to every one.
http://www.bestskinsever.com/android-products/htc-products?dir=asc&limit=25&order=name&p=1
Here's a One X with them on...
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Otterbox for work, thin light bumper for play
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A lanyard would be good for preventing drops. Unfortunately, there is no obvious attachment point.

M8's case from the package, where to buy?

I got mine from Tmobile, there is no case included in the package, i saw this video and there was a case included. I like it 'coz it has a plug / cover for the usb. Or is there any variant of that?

pretty sure that this case only comes with the international htc ones, so if you are in the United States you will not get it, which is ridiculous

I think it's because we don't the replacement screen in first six months over here, so they give us a free case instead...

Guys, the case delivered with the international version sucks big time. I am using it since release 04.04.14
- It is not close to perfect fit. The handset could come out anytime easily.
- The part for micro-usb and phone jack doesn't close all the way after 3-4 days. I decided to cut that piece to avoid hassle.
- The ruber looks already worn just from putting in my jeans pocket.
Not recommended by any means
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Yeah it's not great, definitely not worth paying money for but I'm still glad they included it. I'm still using mine until I can figure out which third party case I want.

Just sold mine on Ebay. Offered to someone on here but the postage to US was around $15 - obviously you can buy a case for that.
On the flip side, had mine since release day and used as a daily driver and not a mark on it.

Aww! I'll pass then

timsah said:
Guys, the case delivered with the international version sucks big time. I am using it since release 04.04.14
- It is not close to perfect fit. The handset could come out anytime easily.
- The part for micro-usb and phone jack doesn't close all the way after 3-4 days. I decided to cut that piece to avoid hassle.
- The ruber looks already worn just from putting in my jeans pocket.
Not recommended by any means
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seriously dude, did you have rocks in your pocket or something, or drop it a million times, or leave it on the roof of your car? i find it extremely hard for that to happen to your case from your "jean pockets." not trying to be mean or anything but i think your story about this case is a little farfetched. all the research i've done on this case has been nothing but positive

http://m.bestbuy.com/m/e/product/detail.jsp?skuId=5641313&pid=1219145256028&pcatId=abcat0811002
That one?
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Rydah805 said:
http://m.bestbuy.com/m/e/product/detail.jsp?skuId=5641313&pid=1219145256028&pcatId=abcat0811002
That one?
Sent From My HTC One (M8)
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I dont know, but looks like that one has no port covers

Have to say mine is a week old and hasn't shown any sort of wear as yet, and this is in jeans and my work trousers. Not sure what the hell happened to the other guys case!
anyway, it was free so even if it does start to show wear I'm not that bothered

EddyOS said:
Have to say mine is a week old and hasn't shown any sort of wear as yet, and this is in jeans and my work trousers. Not sure what the hell happened to the other guys case!
anyway, it was free so even if it does start to show wear I'm not that bothered
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got mine from verizon, only got it for the discount but i do have to say clear cases look awesome ftw!

mikey2487 said:
seriously dude, did you have rocks in your pocket or something, or drop it a million times, or leave it on the roof of your car? i find it extremely hard for that to happen to your case from your "jean pockets." not trying to be mean or anything but i think your story about this case is a little farfetched. all the research i've done on this case has been nothing but positive
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I have other friends/colleagues, who have the same problem. It is up to you, if you believe or not. I just wanted to warn other users, who wants to pay for this crap.

mikey2487 said:
seriously dude, did you have rocks in your pocket or something, or drop it a million times, or leave it on the roof of your car? i find it extremely hard for that to happen to your case from your "jean pockets." not trying to be mean or anything but i think your story about this case is a little farfetched. all the research i've done on this case has been nothing but positive
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I'm sorry to disappoint but my case starts wearing off on the edges too. I only wear jeans and not the tightest ones at that. I never dropped my Phone and i do not have a car. Hence i didn't even leave the phone and case in bright sunlight to heat up or something.

Made a picture if mine few days ago. Here it is.

The case was included in the box for me, as a temporary case, it's fine, but I'd strongly suggest buying a different case if you're going to order one.
I, myself, have ordered a Dot View case, but I'd suggest getting a Spigen or something if you're ordering one.
Here's mine, been in use for a since 27/4, I usually take care of my devices so I'm not sure how it was scratched this much, but that shows how scratch prone it is:

timsah said:
Guys, the case delivered with the international version sucks big time. I am using it since release 04.04.14
- It is not close to perfect fit. The handset could come out anytime easily.
- The part for micro-usb and phone jack doesn't close all the way after 3-4 days. I decided to cut that piece to avoid hassle.
- The ruber looks already worn just from putting in my jeans pocket.
Not recommended by any means
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I've had mine as long as you have and... what the heck do you do with your device? Either your jeans are too tight and caused all that scuffing or you're doing something else with it because mine looks pretty much the same as it did the day I got it -- and the flap still closes properly.

I've got it on my M8, and its scratched, port covers doesn't close properly, and doesn't slide in and out of pockets very well. Good for a case that comes with the phone but wouldn't recommend buying it if you didn't get it with your phone.

jpbl1976 said:
I've had mine as long as you have and... what the heck do you do with your device? Either your jeans are too tight and caused all that scuffing or you're doing something else with it because mine looks pretty much the same as it did the day I got it -- and the flap still closes properly.
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I was rubbing the case against a rock, the only thing i had in mind was to make HTC look bad. You got me, dude! wow...
Anyway, i am using dot view cover now. THAT is indeed something, i can recommend to protect your device. It is a little uncomortable to write with 2 hands though...