Way way back I commented that I was looking for some way to carry my phone on my duty belt. It's a complete nightmare to find a good looking and secure way to carry a phone the size of the GN2 on a 2-2.5 inch belt (Duty). If you're in law enforcement or Corrections, typically you're stuck with an Otterbox that triples the size of your phone and still doesn't slide over the width of a duty belt.
Well I finally found it. The HSINI vertical pouch (Amazon link <-- that a way).
Just to start, of course it comes with cheap packaging probably from China. Fine with me because I like China, so there!
Included in the package are a super cheap slim hard case for the phone, a stylus that won't be used, and a carbine ring that also won't be used. Maybe my kid will use it to decorate a bookbag or something. The only keeper for me is the pouch itself.
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The pouch itself, despite the ridiculously long name on Amazon, uses velcro to secure the lid, and a nylon canvass hoop which you can slide over a belt or Duty belt in my case. Fits perfectly over my 2.5 inch belt. No wiggle room at all.
I wouldn't really call it 'heavy duty' but I would call it pretty medium duty.
My phone is in a UAG case and still fits just fine, so I imagine most cases would still allow your phone to fit inside the HSINI.
Let me know if you have any questions!
Very similar to the one I reviewed BUT this one has a very important point of a wide belt loop!!! Mine can probably fit a belt no wider than 1 3/4". And it also looks clean without any metal label, plus has heavy duty cloth material versus heavy duty nylon (in my review). Looks cool on that belt!
Now I just need to move my OC spray to a more natural position on my belt
Cool I been looking for something on my belt also. Thanks
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Looks good enough that I ordered one. Hopefully the rugged case for the ZeroLemon will fit when that comes out.
Got my Zl today. Fits in the holster just fine.
AWESOME.
Your belts empty compared to mine lol. Dual Mag Pouch / Tazer Holster / OC Holder / Asp Holder / Gun Holster / Cuffs / Cell phone pouch . It really sounds like alot but it all kinda works for me lol.
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apallohadas said:
Now I just need to move my OC spray to a more natural position on my belt
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Just throw your phone instead. It's heavy enough to do some damage and you've got it in a UAG anyway
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Your belts empty compared to mine lol. Dual Mag Pouch / Tazer Holster / OC Holder / Asp Holder / Gun Holster / Cuffs / Cell phone pouch . It really sounds like alot but it all kinda works for me lol.
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I wear an external vest carrier. My radio, double magazine pouch, and flashlight are on that. Moves the weight off my hips and lower back
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I wear an external vest carrier. My radio, double magazine pouch, and flashlight are on that. Moves the weight off my hips and lower back
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Awh.. gotcha. I just got my hip holster in this morning so I drop my gun off my hip. I want another for my tazer. Should really give me some freedom on the belt. I just wish my dept would pay for the damn thing. Stupid budget cuts.
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Awh.. gotcha. I just got my hip holster in this morning so I drop my gun off my hip. I want another for my tazer. Should really give me some freedom on the belt. I just wish my dept would pay for the damn thing. Stupid budget cuts.
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This whole [email protected] discussion makes me feel like a nerd with a pocket protector lol!
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This whole [email protected] discussion makes me feel like a nerd with a pocket protector lol!
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haha, yeah, I am glad I found this thread, was looking for exactly this product. but my pot-smoking, graffiti writing, tech-nerding ass has nothing to add to this conversation.
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Awh.. gotcha. I just got my hip holster in this morning so I drop my gun off my hip. I want another for my tazer. Should really give me some freedom on the belt. I just wish my dept would pay for the damn thing. Stupid budget cuts.
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Would love a tazer, but then I'd be writing more Use of Force reports I think.
Vectron, the GN2 with the ZL battery is so [email protected] it's LEO approved! :good:
Thanks for the confirming about that the UAG case fits in this. I was gonna make a kydex holster for it when I got around to it.
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Thanks for the confirming about that the UAG case fits in this. I was gonna make a kydex holster for it when I got around to it.
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Considered that too. But I'd have to learn how to mold it
I've grappled a couple of knuckleheads already and it's turned out fine. Doesn't get in the way of a short foot chase. Guess I'll see how well the holster holds up to going over fences sooner or later.
I can't believe you guys carry your phones on you. Mine stays in the patrol car. No worse feeling in the world like clearing a residence and some jackass behind you getting a call from honey wanting a bag of chips or wanting to tell what cute new thing the family cat did. I figure if I'm out of my patrol car, I'm most likely dealing with someone who deserves or has earned my undivided attention.
However, I have seen no other phone in the world that takes such nice crime scene pics! And sending them directly to the database from the scene is hella nicer than burning them to disk!
Plus, leaving it in the car prevents some dirtbag having the opportunity to crush it, keeps me from having to deal with the whole restitution thing to get my deductible reimbursed, and gives me one less reason to whoop dat ass...
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Great reason to keep the phone on vibrate. Won't distract anyone in the field.
I have a Roadster 2 bluetooth speaker in my car. The thing is awesome in that it automatically connects to the phone every time I get in the unit. Even announces that it's connecting.
For me my phone is a pretty useful tool in identifying schedule drugs on the spot and referencing Spanish words beyond my vocabulary. I also use it to stealth record folks that I think might be lawsuit crazy.
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In your searching around for this, you didn't happen to come across something pretty much identical but with a clip option did you? I realize you guys need the belt loop, but for my purposes I often prefer a clip. The holster looks perfect other than that.
Find a clip that will fit over a duty belt is a bigger challenge since there's often the inner liner belt to contend with.
Take a gander over on amazon. I haven't found anything that quite fit that bill.
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00A9Y0C32/ref=mw_dp_sim_ps5?pi=SY125
Try that one!
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Hey guys,
Just got my Bionic and was wondering what you thought about cases.
Mainly the Otterbox Defender and Commuter. which do you like better? my problem with the Defender is the plastic bit covering the entire screen, i'd rather a regular screen protector. Can it be removed?
Any advice is appreciated, thanks!
I just got my Commuter.
It's pretty damn awesome. It is slightly larger, but is worth the protection.
I saw the defender, it's really just too big.
The Commuter's screen protector (separate that you apply) only covers the middle of the screen, not including the buttons. It feels slightly strange to swipe down the notification bar for that reason.
I just returned the Commuter. The DB is already a big phone, and either of those two cases really just add to the bulk of it. I'm going to use the phone naked for a while until some minimalist cases hit the market.
I can't believe they have the Defender available the same week the phone is released. Took them over a month to have it for the Charge. I was raging when I saw the Bionic Defender case in my news feed.
/endrant
I think the commuter is absolutely perfect, coming from someone who wore the Droid 3 naked and ended up with a spider Web screen from dropping it. + 1 otterbox for getting this case out so fast and radio shack for the 25% off!
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I'm extremely pleased with my Commuter case. It actually makes the phone feel higher quality, which I didn't believe possible. The included screen protector was cheap IMO, so I'll be looking for a replacement.
Great case all around.
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I have the commuter and love it. I modified mine to fit the extended battery.
http://www.droidforums.net/forum/dr...ustom-otterbox-commuter-extended-battery.html
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I'm extremely pleased with my Commuter case. It actually makes the phone feel higher quality, which I didn't believe possible. The included screen protector was cheap IMO, so I'll be looking for a replacement.
Great case all around.
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I second that it makes it feel higher quality, the screen protector I feel is great, had the employee do it and it has not One bubble. I loved the defender protector but too thick of a case:/
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I love my Otterbox defender. It took some getting used to the bulk, but the protection is superior to any others, imo. Protection & functionality over sex appeal. This case isn't for everyone, YMMV.
Cut up a defender this morning to fit the extended battery and love it. I used to always break my phone at least once or twice during my contract due to dropping it. I am extremely clumsy and get the dropsies a lot. Since I started using otterbox cases 4 phones ago I have never had a problem with a dropped phone breaking, and i drop mine a lot. They just bounce now. LoL thank you otterbox. XD ill happily deal with the added bulk for the protection
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Cut up a defender this morning to fit the extended battery and love it. I used to always break my phone at least once or twice during my contract due to dropping it. I am extremely clumsy and get the dropsies a lot. Since I started using otterbox cases 4 phones ago I have never had a problem with a dropped phone breaking, and i drop mine a lot. They just bounce now. LoL thank you otterbox. XD ill happily deal with the added bulk for the protection
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Just had to give you props for using "dropsies" in a sentence.
Bravo.
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I have the Body Glove I got from ebay for $16. It has a kickstand built into the clip which is very handy. I had a Body Glove on my droid 2. I dropped it alot, and I swear by that brand. Cheap Price Good Quality.
Interested in your modification
Legato Bluesummers said:
Cut up a defender this morning to fit the extended battery and love it. I used to always break my phone at least once or twice during my contract due to dropping it. I am extremely clumsy and get the dropsies a lot. Since I started using otterbox cases 4 phones ago I have never had a problem with a dropped phone breaking, and i drop mine a lot. They just bounce now. LoL thank you otterbox. XD ill happily deal with the added bulk for the protection
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What or how did you do this? Pics?
I have a defender too but would like to use it the extended battery.
I got the defender and I got used to it although its huge. When im out and about or at work i keep it on but once you snap it on and off a few times it becomes easier so I take it off while Im at home and it makes me appreciate the design a lot more. You really do get used to it and I'm saying this coming from Eris and Nexus S without cases. The only thing Im not really pleased by is the full screen protection as mentioned already. You could definitely remove it if you wanted to. having the extra inset of the defender plus a regular screen protector is definitely enough to keep Spidey from webbing your Bionic.
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I got the idea off someone who did this on MDW. Used a dremel cutting wheel, a dremel grinding wheel, and an exacto knife.
I traced a rough pattern of where I wanted to cut the stock battery case, so the electronics would be covered. Left me with this after a few cuts and lots of grinding to fit the corners.
Ill warn you it is not pretty and i make a horrible craftsman. But the rubber covers all ;-)
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Then I took the back cover to the otterbox and did the same thing. Once again not skilled craftsman quality. But if you do it good enough the rubber covers all and you can barely feel it has been cut
With the case on the back you can't see anything. But if you run your finger over the back you can feel a slight groove. I did the initial cuts with the cutting wheel. Then used the grinding wheel to make out more space where needed and round out sharp edges. Exacto knife was used to clean up the stuff the wheel couldn't do well.
The guy on MDW made the otterbox case bevel in near the batter to hold it in place. Mine is holding fine as is with. But I guess it is all how you cut it and where. Make sure to rinse the part off with water or use condensed air to clean the cut part between fittings. LOTS of plastic and rubber dust in the air while doing this. Don't want it getting into the phone.
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Edit: with case on
No real visible humps or anything
In my opinion, these cases are unnecessary. My OEM gel case protects mine just fine. You guys are putting a paper bag over a Bentley....
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mistawolfe said:
In my opinion, these cases are unnecessary. My OEM gel case protects mine just fine. You guys are putting a paper bag over a Bentley....
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More like 20,000 paper bags. Do you see how thick that sumbitch is?
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More like 20,000 paper bags. Do you see how thick that sumbitch is?
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Lol. Love it.
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I have a otter box case I want to sell only used it for 2 days it is just to big for me. PM if interested.
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it is just to big for me. PM if interested.
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That's what she said.
Zing!
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Hi guys,
I need your help choosing a case from the above mentioned.
To be honest, I've already purchased the Defender, but that's because I didn't see the Commuter in the shop
I spoke with the seller and he told me that there is no problem switching between the models.
On one hand, I am looking for a good protection, after my first Galaxy Note was tragically crashed.
On the aecond hand, the Note 2 with the Defender is f****** HUGH!
What would you recommend me to do? Staying with the Defender or switching to the Commuter?
Thanks in advance!
Best regards,
Boris
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I have the Defender (been using it for several days), switching to Commuter bc Defender is wayyy too damn big and Commuter should give me the best of both worlds; protection and not bulky. My mom has a Commuter and I should have just gone with my gut and got the Commuter in the first place.
Is there such a big difference? And should the Commuter protect against any big falls from one meter height?
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Is there such a big difference? And should the Commuter protect against any big falls from one meter height?
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Yes the Defender doubles the size of the phone while the Commuter prob adds like 1/2 that , yes the Commuter should be able to protect it from that distance. What I am going to do when I get it is put on a screen protector bc thats the only thing I'd be worried about even with the raised edges.
OK! Thank you very much for yor help.
Are there any other opinions or recommendations? I really would like to hear some other's opinions. (I hope I don't hurt your feelings ).
This is very important for me!
Thanks!
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OK! Thank you very much for yor help.
Are there any other opinions or recommendations? I really would like to hear some other's opinions. (I hope I don't hurt your feelings ).
This is very important for me!
Thanks!
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Not at all, it also depends on your lifestyle and how much protection you need for the phone. Some ppl will need the Defender due to their job or if they have kids that play with their phones etc just keep that in mind.
My defender will be here Monday, so personally can't really give much input but I've always loved the defender series, and I kinda need that extra protection. It it all depends on your needs. Also if you want a holster the commuter doesn't have one, which is also the big seller on the defender for me
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What is the holster? Is it the belt carrier?
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What is the holster? Is it the belt carrier?
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the belt clip, can also be used as a face shield/stand too alt not super great in the later
They both great cases. I personally like the defender case if offers better protection. I also like the feel of silicone on the outside rather than slippery plastic like the commuter. Sure it has some silicone on the sides but its just not enough for me. I also like having a belt clip, which I use as a kickstand and I also use it to mount my phone on the Sun Visor of my car.
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They both great cases. I personally like the defender case if offers better protection. I also like the feel of silicone on the outside rather than slippery plastic like the commuter. Sure it has some silicone on the sides but its just not enough for me. I also like having a belt clip, which I use as a kickstand and I also use it to mount my phone on the Sun Visor of my car.
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this is why I ended up picking the defender
so far very pleased with my choice
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Yes the Defender doubles the size of the phone while the Commuter prob adds like 1/2 that , yes the Commuter should be able to protect it from that distance. What I am going to do when I get it is put on a screen protector bc thats the only thing I'd be worried about even with the raised edges.
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It does not double the size of the phone...
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It does not double the size of the phone...
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Do you even have the case? It def makes it twice as thick (maybe you thought I meant overall like wide?)
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Do you even have the case? It def makes it twice as thick (maybe you thought I meant overall like wide?)
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Is it just my XDA app, or do those images look extremely small?
Photo bucket images are usually large.
Can you post a pic of just the Surface and the Otterbox Def on top of each other?
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Can you post a pic of just the Surface and the Otterbox Def on top of each other?
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I returned the surface but I think I have some of just them side by side.
the kickstand came loose on the surface after less than 24 hours. It was also very slippery.
and yes...the xda app shows tiny thumbnails click on pic to expand
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Where can one buy these retail? Need a commuter asap.
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I have the defender and used it for about a week. I took it off when I had to pull the battery and couldn't put it back on! I love the protection the defender provides but it really does an injustice to the beauty of our phone and further more is cumbersome to handle. I went and compared it to the commuter case and found the commuter is not that much smaller. (Notice photo a few posts back). So for the high cost of the case I decided to send it back. Maybe when the prices drop I'll pick one up again.
I have also had the sedio surface and took that back. Too slippery and didn't care for the hump created by the kickstand.
What I would really like to see in an ideal world is otterbox and tech 21 team up. Tech 21's D30 technology with a slim otterbox case. Tech 21 does make a case for our phone that is actually a decent case except for the lack of protection on the top and bottom (where every phone I have ever had hits the ground).
I have been searching for the perfect case for so long and honestly am getting fed up with the lack of innovation.....otterbox defender is up to $60 depending where you buy it! Without any enhancements to the technology to give the same protection in a slimmer package. Its time companies start putting money back into the products they design. Bring us solid protection in a slim package!
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I have the defender and used it for. bout a week. I took it off when I had to pull the battery and couldn't put it back on! I love the protection the defender provides but it really does an injustice to the beauty of our phone and further more is cumbersome to handle. I went and compared it to the commuter case and found the commuter is not that much smaller. (Notice photo a few posts back). So for the high cost of the case I decided to send it back. Maybe when the prices drop I'll pick one up again.
I have also had the sedio surface and took that back. Too slippery and didn't care for the hump created by the kickstand.
What I would really like to see in an ideal world is otterbox and tech 21 team up. Tech 21's D30 technology with a slim otterbox case. Tech 21 does make a case for our phone that is actually a decent case except for the lack of protection on the top and bottom (where every phone I have ever had hits the ground).
I have been searching for the perfect case for so long and honestly am getting fed up with the lack of innovation.....otterbox defender is up to $60 depending where you buy it! Without any enhancements to the technology to give the same protection in a slimmer package. Its time companies start putting money back into the products they design. Bring us solid protection in a slim package!
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Surly you are talking about i$hone development... Not Samsung? I too am waiting... An otterbox commuter case with a built in kickstand that sits flush with the back of the case would be perfect. Was using the seidio active but just got the commuter.
Hi All,
I just got this case in the interim until I get the otterbox defender. I had it fedex overnight because I usually put my phone in my pocket. It reminds me of the otterbox commuter but not bulky and its in a silver Aluminum finish with a good feel and not a fingerprint magnet. Not slippery. Tactile buttons are responsive without any problems. Very well built dual protection case. Access ports are not covered.
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Not to be nosy but by the time you're done buying cases, I think you would have spent enough to buy squaretrade insurance.
swyped all these spelling errors from my galaxy note 2
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Not to be nosy but by the time you're done buying cases, I think you would have spent enough to buy squaretrade insurance.
swyped all these spelling errors from my galaxy note 2
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Yeah the problem was that the Otterbox Defender wasn't available but all these other cases were so I had to go thru looking for a case that would fit in my pocket. The cheap tpu cases didn't instill confidence when I put it in my pocket and the Speck Candy shell case was a little better but it's rubber gray material frays when you put it in your pants. It also was more rigid than the tpu cases but I still was worried about it not being rigid enough. This case however is different and the hard shell is really rigid. No worries about putting this in my pants. The hard material is very solid and a very nice feel. Oh well still waiting for the otterbox but this will do until it gets here. Otterbox using Fedex smartpost sucks! I'm praying it gets here and not lost in the usps christmas frazzle. lol.
This one actually looks very nice. Interesting..
Wow, looks nice and sleek.
I see a seller in ebay has it for about $24.95.
Let me know how you like it when the Otterbox comes since this looks much thinner and easier to pocket.
Nice!..the color blends well with the white note 2..any other colors?..found some pink/white on ebay..
Psy, could you snap some pics of this case on your phone? Its hard for me to see how it looks with the stock images on their site. Thanks.
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Been planning on buying this case. Kinda pissed their "sale" they advertise on Fb is nowhere to be seen on the actual site
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sleshepic said:
Been planning on buying this case. Kinda pissed their "sale" they advertise on Fb is nowhere to be seen on the actual site
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Finally stumbled across this case after searching for three days or so for a case for my incoming Note 2.
I just ordered it off ebay and had to cancel my other case I had ordered from Amazon. I figure the extra $8 will be well spent, and I really like the aesthetics of it. No kickstand is a positive for me.
Do you have a link for me, [email protected]
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Do you have a link for me, [email protected]
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Here is the link for this case on ebay.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Incipio-Dua...448787?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item5aec6a5753
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coiledwire said:
Psy, could you snap some pics of this case on your phone? Its hard for me to see how it looks with the stock images on their site. Thanks.
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Here ya go. Excuse the quality, I was using my wife's SGSII to take the pictures.
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Here ya go. Excuse the quality, I was using my wife's SGSII to take the pictures.
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These pictures don't do this case justice. Its a very beautiful, well-built, classy, slim and durable case. Friends and fellow employees are telling me what a beautiful case it is....Its really shiny.
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How the sides hold up to pressure, around the outside of the screen? I noticed theres no support from the hard shell to stop the silicone lip from being pushed back from the screen. Ordered one, will just have to see I guess
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How the sides hold up to pressure, around the outside of the screen? I noticed theres no support from the hard shell to stop the silicone lip from being pushed back from the screen. Ordered one, will just have to see I guess
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Because the outer shell is very rigid there is very little play to move the silicone lip. You have to force it hard to move. This is not a case for changing batteries. I'm actually scared to pull the phone out of the case. I had the otterbox commuter for my old Galaxy Note i717 and the material for the outer shell of that case is less rigid than this case. my 2 cents.
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Because the outer shell is very rigid there is very little play to move the silicone lip. You have to force it hard to move. This is not a case for changing batteries. I'm actually scared to pull the phone out of the case. I had the otterbox commuter for my old Galaxy Note i717 and the material for the outer shell of that case is less rigid than this case. my 2 cents.
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Thats too bad, I have to do battery pulls occasionally (especially now that the power button long press doesnt reboot) and I usually depend on dual layer being fairly easy to remove. Right now the Aegis case I have feels like its bad to remove and replace frequently - which is good I guess in general just cus its snug, but bad of you need to remove the battery once or twice a day
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Thanks for posting pictures. Mine should be coming in soon. I gather from your asher past that you're suggesting that removing the phone from the case seems pretty difficult?
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Thats too bad, I have to do battery pulls occasionally (especially now that the power button long press doesnt reboot) and I usually depend on dual layer being fairly easy to remove. Right now the Aegis case I have feels like its bad to remove and replace frequently - which is good I guess in general just cus its snug, but bad of you need to remove the battery once or twice a day
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I'm taking my phone (Galaxy S III albeit) out of the same case on a daily basis (to put into an arm sleeve for a run) and it holds up just fine - pry off one top corner, then another and you have your phone out of it.
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Thanks for posting pictures. Mine should be coming in soon. I gather from your asher past that you're suggesting that removing the phone from the case seems pretty difficult?
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Just got this case in last night and it is a great case no doubt, beautiful, not bulky, and offering decent protection, but holy cow is it tight and both hard to put on and remove. It's a concern for me, as I need to change the SIM when traveling.
I'm really afraid to damage the case, it is the tightest fit of any case for any device I have ever owned.
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New cases at CES? Who's looking forward to this?
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Just received my battery door replacement yesterday. Love the built in kickstand. .. keeps it nice and slim. I'm worried about the sides not being protected but the color is so nice. Would have bought the all black if I had to do it over. This one gets more attention than I want. But the quality is top notch.
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Just received my battery door replacement yesterday. Love the built in kickstand. .. keeps it nice and slim. I'm worried about the sides not being protected but the color is so nice. Would have bought the all black if I had to do it over. This one gets more attention than I want. But the quality is top notch.
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Wow, AMAZING case!
Questions.
1) Did you find a US distributor or did you have to buy it from other side of world and wait 2 weeks for shipping?
2) Does the kickstand feel like it is well made and will last? Looks kind of flimsy.
Thanks.
** An idea on how to protect it from drops. Stop by your local mall and buy a lanyard. Feed it through the speaker hole on the back and wear it around your wrist when using the phone. If you fumble it the lanyard will save you. Never hit the ground.
These look amazing how much were they? And do they have nfc?
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These look amazing how much were they? And do they have nfc?
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Looks like you can buy them on eBay for about $45 USD. Only problem is waiting to get it from Hong Kong via camel train and carrier pigeon.
Yes, their ad does say it supports NFC.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ANYMODE-Sam...781165?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item20ce574c6d
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Looks like you can buy them on eBay for about $45 USD. Only problem is waiting to get it from Hong Kong via camel train and carrier pigeon.
Yes, their ad does say it supports NFC.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/ANYMODE-Sam...781165?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item20ce574c6d
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Thanks. Figured. Lol camel
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1. No, at the time (Dec 8th) this case was only available thru ebay and some foreign websites. Went thru ebay...it came from Hong Kong and it was during the holidays so the delay was expected.
They are slowly starting to sell the products on Amazon (directly fulfilled) as of last week.
2. The kickstand is NICE. Not flimsy at all. I looked inside behind the kickstand; it appears to be on a fixed track, so it slides easily. There is a metal piece on the inside that allows it to lock and stand in 2 places. Like anything, it probably could break but you have to be really hard on it.
3. The plastic used for the door is a bit stiffer that the original door. The whole case adds weight but in a good way. It feels substantial now. Phone doesn't slip when grabbing it now.
Thanks for the lanyard tip. I think I will go without one. I trust myself, lol. Btw, yes it has nfc. Also, they aren't too cheap. My case was 49.99 but they are 59.99 on Amazon. Also, Amazon only has the Carbon Fiber version of this (my first pick but wasn't available in the states at the time) in Black, White and Grey. Will be buying one of those this week so look out for more pics
I was on an escalator the other day and fumbled my GN2. That lanyard saved me. Would have crashed down 10 metal steps. Instead it just hung harmlessly from my wrist. Also, it comes in handy if you have to save a falling baby from a burning building and you don't have time to put down the phone
Yeah these are pricey but they look it. Glad to hear the kickstand isn't crap.
I am thinking black as well. Good for business. Tried an orange case once. Way too blingy.
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Another quick question. How well does the cover fold back on itself? Is it super rigid or pliable like the Samsung OEM flip? Does folding it back make lasting creases in the material? My only concern is that since this is real leather it might not fold back as easily.
Thanks.
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I was on an escalator the other day and fumbled my GN2. That lanyard saved me. Would have crashed down 10 metal steps. Instead it just hung harmlessly from my wrist. Also, it comes in handy if you have to save a falling baby from a burning building and you don't have time to put down the phone
Yeah these are pricey but they look it. Glad to hear the kickstand isn't crap.
I am thinking black as well. Good for business. Tried an orange case once. Way too blingy.
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Another quick question. How well does the cover fold back on itself? Is it super rigid or pliable like the Samsung OEM flip? Does folding it back make lasting creases in the material? My only concern is that since this is real leather it might not fold back as easily.
Thanks.
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Yeah the leather is pretty stiff at first but its loosening nicely. There appears to be 3 indentions in the case to make folding easier. Gimme a sec, I will try to grab a pic (nice having 2 Notes around)
The front cover is thick and sturdy enough for me to use it as a platform. I do this alot, believe it or not, lol. Also so pics of the inside nfc...
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Looks like real quality. Would feel better if it were an Amazon product. Always nervous about giving my personal info to some dude in China.
My SAMSUNG OEM case is fine and hate to drop another $50 on this phone but that is a sweet case.
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Looks like real quality. Would feel better if it were an Amazon product. Always nervous about giving my personal info to some dude in China.
My SAMSUNG OEM case is fine and hate to drop another $50 on this phone but that is a sweet case.
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Yeah, cant go wrong with Amazon. But take a look at anymode's website. The us version is coming soon but the international one works. You can see some of the cases that are available elsewhere. Looks like they are bringing all of these products to the states. Now I have to budget for like 3 more cases, lol.
The folio case with the mirror front is genius. You can see the screen and use the pen thru the front when the screen is on, but it looks like a mirror when its off. Genius!
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Once more a new case, once more good materials and high cost. Once more no one care to think about adding a cutout for the notification LED to make the phone useful while standing on the table closed.
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Once more a new case, once more good materials and high cost. Once more no one care to think about adding a cutout for the notification LED to make the phone useful while standing on the table closed.
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I see my LED light up with my Samsung flip case
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Amazing cases, they also have some Marvel comics flip cases coming. Great quality. I'll be ordering one myself.
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Anything that is different then whats out there right now? Like 'wow thats unique and great idea' type?
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How is the quality of the leather adhesive? Any concerns the leather will peel from the back plate? How about the overall quality?
mitchellvii said:
Looks like real quality. Would feel better if it were an Amazon product. Always nervous about giving my personal info to some dude in China.
My SAMSUNG OEM case is fine and hate to drop another $50 on this phone but that is a sweet case.
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00ALSNAXA/ref=mp_s_a_1?qid=1358644857&sr=8-2&pi=SL75
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Looking for a case with a kickstand for the Galaxy Note 2. Anyone know of such? So far the only one I've been able to turn up here is for the original Galaxy Note.
Thanks for any suggestions.
Verizon sells a case with kickstand for the Note 2.
Only downside is it does not cover the top or bottom of the phone.
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trident aegis has a kickstand
T4rken said:
trident aegis has a kickstand
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Not according to the Trident site.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AGHM8VQ/ref=pe_175190_21431760_M3T1_ST1_dp_1
Just got this in. It's pretty darn good for only $13. If you don't want the holster the case can be found for cheaper.
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there are TONS of cases with kickstands for this phone; check amazon and ebay, and you will see them all
Get this. http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=380562657696&index=0&nav=SEARCH&nid=51001118142
I have the pink one. Looks badass. Kickstand works great.
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That's the same one I posted. If you wanted amazon prime shipping its $13, otherwise it's hard to beat $6.
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I have the seidio one... works pretty well.
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iCurmudgeon said:
Not according to the Trident site.
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my apologies I got confused with thistrident look-alike with stand
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my apologies I got confused with thistrident look-alike with stand
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I got this one and the area where you hold the phone is very slippery.
bond32 said:
That's the same one I posted. If you wanted amazon prime shipping its $13, otherwise it's hard to beat $6.
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More pictures of this case in my short review HERE
It's a cheap case that will protect your phone, but the quality of inner silicone shell is not that great. It's too stretchy and will pull around the sides, and it gets worth with time especially at the bottom where micro-usb connector is. Also because silicone is soft, buttons will be too easy to press accidentally. But what the heck, for this price - its a workable Seidio Active knock-off with a kickstand that won't make your phone as wobbly in landscape as Active Plus, you can put your finger through the kickstand opening as sort of a flygrip handle.
The best case ever. No extra bulk and feels good to the touch, a hard case but with a soft touch feel, comes with a kickstand too. Bought one for the wife's too. I usually dont use cases but this one is a keeper . Go try it edit- Comes with a belt clip too
http://m.bestbuy.com/m/e/product/detail.jsp?skuId=7620045&pid=1218855011527
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Dxtra said:
The best case ever. No extra bulk and feels good to the touch, a hard case but with a soft touch feel, comes with a kickstand too. Bought one for the wife's too. I usually dont use cases but this one is a keeper . Go try it
http://m.bestbuy.com/m/e/product/detail.jsp?skuId=7620045&pid=1218855011527
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Definitely a good deal since you save $20 when you buy this BB PT case which is Seidio Surface rebranded case/holster ($55 for the original one from Seidio)
Dxtra said:
The best case ever. No extra bulk and feels good to the touch, a hard case but with a soft touch feel, comes with a kickstand too. Bought one for the wife's too. I usually dont use cases but this one is a keeper . Go try it edit- Comes with a belt clip too
http://m.bestbuy.com/m/e/product/detail.jsp?skuId=7620045&pid=1218855011527
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originally bought 2 cheap case/holsters one of which is the cheap 3 part listed in the OP. First one broke, second(OP) as noted the soft rubber part doesn't fit well and it's too tight in the holster. Finally broke down today ad bought this one from BB. There is no comparison in quality, Everything on this case is worth the money.
For my past phones I've bought the Verizon kickstand holster case combos and I've loved them, but VZW didn't make one for the note2 and the cheap online ripoffs are crap. Spend the money, your Note 2 will thank you.
Got this one for $6 shipped on amazon, cut the volume side out to work with my OEM flip cover.
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More pics in the post a pic of your case thread, and mybat jolt thread. Kickstand hinge and latch is a tad flimsy but I haven't had any issues yet, and I dropped my phone 42' from the 3rd floor roof of a house, landed face down on gnarly concrete and not a scratch. Luckily the flip cover flipped closed or the uneven concrete probably would have been able to make contact with the glass, which would have been a disaster.
I like to break stuff!
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originally bought 2 cheap case/holsters one of which is the cheap 3 part listed in the OP. First one broke, second(OP) as noted the soft rubber part doesn't fit well and it's too tight in the holster. Finally broke down today ad bought this one from BB. There is no comparison in quality, Everything on this case is worth the money.
For my past phones I've bought the Verizon kickstand holster case combos and I've loved them, but VZW didn't make one for the note2 and the cheap online ripoffs are crap. Spend the money, your Note 2 will thank you.
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I must agree with you. The belt holster has to be my most favorite part of it. High quality case. Very sturdy and makes me look like a fly kinda guy..
Here's a link to more pics of my modded hybrid PC/TPU kickstand case
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=38575302
I like to break stuff!
afrojoc said:
I must agree with you. The belt holster has to be my most favorite part of it. High quality case. Very sturdy and makes me look like a fly kinda guy..
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You guys should check out a full review of Seidio CONVERT combo I just posted here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2177450
It essentially Seidio SURFACE/BB Platinum with an extra layer of protection on top of it. Turn your original SURFACE into a new rugged case. But as a side comment, Surface is PITA to take off the phone lol!!!
vectron said:
You guys should check out a full review of Seidio CONVERT combo I just posted here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2177450
It essentially Seidio SURFACE/BB Platinum with an extra layer of protection on top of it. Turn your original SURFACE into a new rugged case. But as a side comment, Surface is PITA to take off the phone lol!!!
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Thats a little too insane for me since I dont drop my phone lol. But definitely a must have for those who require protection along with comfort (by that i mean the belt holster).
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