Any MOTO X bumper suggestions...other than this one here: http://www.tvc-mall.com/details/For-Motorola-Moto-X-XT1055-PC-TPU-Hybrid-Bumper-Frame-Black-MHC-XT1058-01A/?gclid=CPGQy4avsLkCFdFDMgod6jYAaA It looks like from China...don't want to wait that long.
Lol that looks just like the griffin reveal or incase proshell just without the clear plastic back. I just got the reveal yesterday, it's a very nice case. That would be my recommendation.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EI7CX1A/
I don't recall whether I got the 'frost' or the 'smoke' variation (they changed the listing, so where I bought now goes to another product of theirs for the X), but whatever it is looks good with my 'cement' back, and is hardly visible.
http://www.amazon.com/Hyperion-Motorola-Protector-Compatible-Packaging/dp/B00CXM3RCQ/
I hope an aluminum bumper pops out soon
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Just ordered a black one to show off my turquoise back and white front with black accents
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I don't recall whether I got the 'frost' or the 'smoke' variation (they changed the listing, so where I bought now goes to another product of theirs for the X), but whatever it is looks good with my 'cement' back, and is hardly visible.
http://www.amazon.com/Hyperion-Motorola-Protector-Compatible-Packaging/dp/B00CXM3RCQ/
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From the picture it looks like that case actually retains use of the Motorola dimple. Of course, if the back plastic is raised enough, it'll be annoying to use anyway. How's the use of the back with the case? I'd like to protect the back but still like the feel of holding it w/dimple.
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From the picture it looks like that case actually retains use of the Motorola dimple. Of course, if the back plastic is raised enough, it'll be annoying to use anyway. How's the use of the back with the case? I'd like to protect the back but still like the feel of holding it w/dimple.
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It does retain the dimple and doesn't try to jam their logo onto your design either (several other cases like to put their brand logo down near the bottom, which is an annoyance in my eyes!). I like the case, find that the phone still retains it's "easy to hold" characteristics. Sorry for the delay in responding, wasn't getting my notifications for some reason.
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It does retain the dimple and doesn't try to jam their logo onto your design either (several other cases like to put their brand logo down near the bottom, which is an annoyance in my eyes!). I like the case, find that the phone still retains it's "easy to hold" characteristics. Sorry for the delay in responding, wasn't getting my notifications for some reason.
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i have the moto X and just a case from verizon. what is this "dimple" everyone keeps talking about?
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i have the moto X and just a case from verizon. what is this "dimple" everyone keeps talking about?
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the place where the moto logo is on the back of the phone is slightly concave (i.e. dimple). Many people think the dimple feels good when holding the phone or taking pictures. Just a solid spot to put your finger when you are holding the phone.
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the place where the moto logo is on the back of the phone is slightly concave (i.e. dimple). Many people think the dimple feels good when holding the phone or taking pictures. Just a solid spot to put your finger when you are holding the phone.
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ahhh i see.... my case for sure does not have that... hmmm, i never held the phone without the case and i kind of like the dimple too...lol
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ahhh i see.... my case for sure does not have that... hmmm, i never held the phone without the case and i kind of like the dimple too...lol
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i have gotten mine yet but most people say for some odd reason they just really like the dimple. it's the small things that count.
Just got the Hyperion case in, it's perfect. Dimple fully useable, yet protects the back. Cutouts are perfect. Can't ask for anything more for $7 off of Amazon
Just bit the bullet and got the chinese bumper case from TVC. I figured for $4 and some change it was worth it to try. Plus, I don't want any coverage of the back of the phone so i wasn't willing to compromise on that. Will try to report back on my impressions.
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Just bit the bullet and got the chinese bumper case from TVC. I figured for $4 and some change it was worth it to try. Plus, I don't want any coverage of the back of the phone so i wasn't willing to compromise on that. Will try to report back on my impressions.
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I also ordered a couple of them to see how they fit and look. Hope we actually get them.
I ended up going for the incase proshell because it had the dimple, but the way the cutout is renders the dimple almost useless. additionally, the sides of the phone are the same material as the back (slippery plastic) but i thought they were rubber. really only the lip is rubber and the lip is tiny at that. can you comment on if the griffin reveal has rubber sides and a decent sized lip?
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Lol that looks just like the griffin reveal or incase proshell just without the clear plastic back. I just got the reveal yesterday, it's a very nice case. That would be my recommendation.
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I also ordered a couple of them to see how they fit and look. Hope we actually get them.
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Just bit the bullet and got the chinese bumper case from TVC. I figured for $4 and some change it was worth it to try. Plus, I don't want any coverage of the back of the phone so i wasn't willing to compromise on that. Will try to report back on my impressions.
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Please do let us know how it is. I cannot believe no company has made any bumper for us yet One of the selling point of Mx is the design. Why do people want to cover it up? So bumper makes the most sense... is it just me
Also, Ebay is selling that as well...seems to be shipped from TX
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Hybrid-Plastic-Backless-Bumper-Case-for-Motorola-Moto-X-/231052501660?pt=US_Cell_Phone_PDA_Cases&var=&hash=item35cbcd629c
i picked up this case but on ebay from a US seller
http://www.amazon.com/Cimo-Motorola-S-Line-Flexible-Cover/dp/B00EB3FZH0
reviews are pretty good and I also already have this same style case with the S for a nexus 7 on ebay (bought it for $4 and its actually a pretty decent case, has ridges for grip on side)
actually found the moto -x version for $3 free shipping on ebay from a US seller as well. for $3 why not.
$3 ebay link for the cimo s-line case below.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/251325198541
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I ended up going for the incase proshell because it had the dimple, but the way the cutout is renders the dimple almost useless. additionally, the sides of the phone are the same material as the back (slippery plastic) but i thought they were rubber. really only the lip is rubber and the lip is tiny at that. can you comment on if the griffin reveal has rubber sides and a decent sized lip?
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Soft rubber sides and a more than adequate yet not overly massive lip. I am very picky with cases and am quite happy with the Griffin. It's very comfortable to hold and doesn't add much bulk at all. I would definitely recommend it if you are looking for that style of case.
How would you say it will hold up to drops? Does it have adequate protection? I know the cheap tpu cases handle drops quite well and seem to dissipate the energy from an impact. I'm guessing the rubber sides would do the same.
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How would you say it will hold up to drops? Does it have adequate protection? I know the cheap tpu cases handle drops quite well and seem to dissipate the energy from an impact. I'm guessing the rubber sides would do the same.
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Hard to say considering I have no intention on testing it I do have a Diztronic TPU case (which I love) but I feel more comfortable having my phone in the Reveal vs. the TPU. Take that how you will.
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http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Platinu...8270209047&skuId=1584221&st=nexus s&cp=1&lp=5
Seems like a Seidio case? Any thoughts of you early shoppers?
EDIT: Added pics I took
EDIT: It is a Seidio case as written on the bottom of the packaging. Looks like a Seidio Innocase Surface combo with Spring-Clip Holster.
I didn't see any accessories at the BB I went too, but then again, I didn't search for it well either.
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http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Platinu...8270209047&skuId=1584221&st=nexus s&cp=1&lp=5
Seems like a Seidio case? Any thoughts of you early shoppers?
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Works fine for me.
I saw it, and thought it was way too cheap looking. Plus I hate cases with belt clip. I'll wait for a nice case to hit the market. I'm sure it won't take long.
I bought it in store, I love it. This is exactly the Seidio Case. The belt clip is reverse, the phone goes in reverse (screen in).
i almost bought it. gonna buy it after work lol
just got my nexus S and the bestbuy mobile i went too said they didnt have it in stock/
I got it and besides being a tiny bit flimsier than my deodorant case it the same. That and it's a front and back snap case versus' the sliding one on the nexus one.
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seidio makes Platinum cases (look at bottom of packaging)
I also picked up the Platinum Case for my Nexus S but am thinking of returning it within the return policy period should a better case become available.
Doesn't add a lot of bulk to the phone and the holster ain't that bad either. The holster + case ain't as bulky as my Nexus One with the Otterbox Defender.
Can someone take a couple nice pics, front and back on the S, front and back just the case, please?
I have it also and I will be replacing it with something else as soon as I can find something.
To me it feels loose around the phone and slippery in the hand.
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I have it also and I will be replacing it with something else as soon as I can find something.
To me it feels loose around the phone and slippery in the hand.
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Yea my girl has it for her NS and it does feel slippery and the sides are not so sturdy
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To me it feels loose around the phone and slippery in the hand.
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That's what she said!
BB had one on their display unit in the store i went to, IMHO it does feel loose around the phone, adds too much bulkiness, makes the phone a lot less sexier...
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BB had one on their display unit in the store i went to, IMHO it does feel loose around the phone, adds too much bulkiness, makes the phone a lot less sexier...
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The more I look at it the more I can tell it's an overpriced POS. ZAGG has full body shields for order on their site maybe i'll just do that and go naked/sheild. This BB one is going back.
BestBuy charged me and put it in my bag with the phone without me even asking. Had to raise a stink to get it refunded too. Looked like a crappy case that they always try and pawn off on new purchasers
I repeat. Its made by seidio. Its the same you would pay $40-50 for direct from seidio.
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I like Seidio's where they're in 2 halves (top half/bottom half) and it slides onto the phone, and there's felt in the inside of the case, this does not.
The phone sorta bangs around in there, I inserted a piece of paper, now it's tight.
Still a deal for $34, with the price Seidio sells them normally (with belt clip).
I bought it just to get me by until a real case comes out. It doesn't fit tight and feels real cheap.
anyone know how long before its available?....the website says out of stock...but case-mates website has nothing listed on their site? mobile fun . co .uk
Case-Mate is saying late February...
post a link?
mobilefun.co.uk/case-mate-pop-for-google-nexus-s-grey-black-p28090.htm
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not bad. hope they come out with the barely there
rocketragz said:
not bad. hope they come out with the barely there
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+1 except Tough Case.
rocketragz said:
not bad. hope they come out with the barely there
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+10000 10char
A little expensive for a case T T
its available now
http://www.case-mate.com/Google-Nexus-S-Cases/Case-Mate-Google-Nexus-S-Pop-Cases.asp
Yup pop case available now 34.99 no images yet
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Yup pop case available now 34.99 no images yet
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The images are on the previous page on those UK sellers. You can look at YouTube and search for the pop cases they'll look similar.
J purchased the black and cool grey one. Probably be here in the next few days ill take pictures when it arrives.
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i ordered the white/gray one and i'll post pics as well
When u guys get the case can u please let us know if it scratches or scuffs the phone when u put it on an if the inside is silicone?
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When u guys get the case can u please let us know if it scratches or scuffs the phone when u put it on an if the inside is silicone?
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hopefully not. case mate is a pretty reputable brand, never had any complaints from any of their products and i dont think that the Pop case will disappoint.
I hope not too but a bunch of case an the plastic an tpu cases seem to mark up the phone only the silicone ones seem to not hurt the phone
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I hope not too but a bunch of case an the plastic an tpu cases seem to mark up the phone only the silicone ones seem to not hurt the phone
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well those are cheap eBay cases besides.. if it was to cause a scratch or whatever.. it'd take a few days to actually tell if it does scratch the phone or it could of been there before.
Co-molded materials of plastic and soft rubber unite to create a hard case with a soft touch. The lightweight plastic body of the Pop! protects from unforeseeable impacts, while keeping your screen lifted away from surfaces. The Pop! features contemporary color pairings to create a modern look for your device. Rubber sides make for an easy grip. Inside, the soft material hugs your Nexus S like a glove. Not even Batman and Robin are that tight.
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from the description.. it doesnt seem like it was scratch, and besides.. the "Pop" is a universal case for many other phones, im sure it would be relatively similar for the Nexus S
personally.. im not too worried, case mate has never ceased to disappoint me
Alright. I just got it in the mail and opened it up. Some things that are easily noticeable
- Contour Case
- Comes with Screen protectors (as every other Case Mate case) & Screen cloth wipe
- Grip does feel better with the sides.
- Cut out holes are perfectly fine.
- Just a little bit bulker but not too much. Maybe a little more than the Tough Case.
- Power / Volume are a lot easier to press.
- Phone isn't all up on the case. But it isn't loose at all.
http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p163/gbd270/IMG_20110317_130551.jpg
http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p163/gbd270/IMG_20110317_130559.jpg
http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p163/gbd270/IMG_20110317_130620.jpg
http://i128.photobucket.com/albums/p163/gbd270/cmpop.jpg (picture taken with G1.. lawl, low quality)
Overall, a great case. However, after removing the phone from the case several times (over a month or two), the rubber around the corners is tearing.
Will probably end up with a different case that doesn't get destroyed by removal.
Ditto.....loved my pop but it fell apart after just a few weeks.
http://shop2.sprint.com/NASApp/onli...ryID=CZS5478Q&topPageNumber=0&subPageNumber=0 im going to try this out tomorrow,had one for the galax.1 and the infuse,slim and good protection and grip,of course i will get screen protectors!!
I bought this case at the Sprint store the day I bought my phone just to have something to protect it in until I figured out what I wanted to do as a long term solution. This case ended up being that long term solution. It is very light and thin yet I feel provides a lot of protection on the corners and sides of the phone as well as protruding higher than the glass front of the phone in case the phone is dropped face first. I like the texture on the back of the case a lot in terms of my ability to hang on and use the phone with one hand. This case is a keeper in my opinion.
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this guy posted some photos of his...looks great...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=33404579&postcount=42
I also got this same case on release day, it's good case the design on the back gives it good grip. Like stated before it is keeper. But for me I gonna go with something a bit thinker just so I have a piece of mind. hopefully BG makes a tactic style case like the one for the gs3.
these don't look bad in the glacier color.
http://www.otterbox.com/Samsung-Gal...eries-Case/sam4-galaxy-note-2,default,pd.html
Picked one up from sprint as well and i really like it Offers nice protection, grip, and feel. I also got it to hold me over until i found a case i wanted for long term but may end up keeping it, it all depends on if my flygrip sticks well to that textured back.
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Any chance this is available for international customers?
The body glove that is.
I too picked one of these up at a Sprint store. I had to go to an official sprint store, the affiliate store I checked first said there weren't any cases being made yet. I paid $26. I agree with the above comments, it's quite nice, although I'll go with a water resistant (siedo/otterbox) whenever it comes out. I did have to trim the top edge of a couple of my microusb cables, I thought about trimming the case but it's pretty thin there, and I only had to very slightly bevel the plastic of the cable. I've had the same problem with my Nexus 7 so no biggie.
Yeah i just bought one too and this thing is too flimsy for my taste. I got spoiled by the Speck case for my Note 1. But i had to patience. Couldnt keep my phone in a plastic box for 2 weeks.
I would LOVE to have a Speck - the Speck case for my 80G Ipod looks like a tire!
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Any chance this is available for international customers?
The body glove that is.
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Yep, I like this case a lot also but can't find it in France or elsewhere in Europe...
Also, this case isn't super rubbery feeling. If that's what you're looking for then this case isn't for you. Personally, I don't care for silicone cases because they get stuck in my pocket and and too rubbery feeling. This case is a bit more pvc feeling and isn't rubberized. I didn't think I would like it, but it's pretty solid. It's a bit more expensive though.
This looks close to what I am looking for. Is it one piece? Seems like it would just slide out ?
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This looks close to what I am looking for. Is it one piece? Seems like it would just slide out ?
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Yes it's one piece. Goes on like a TPU case does, just wraps around the phone
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the only disadvantage is it doesn't have the raised areas over the buttons. that's key on the samsung case. I would much rather have the textured back on this one though. It feels great overall, slim, light, and makes the phone feel solid. I wish there was some compromise between them.
So has anyone found a way to get the body glove outside US? It seems to be perfect for my needs. Slimmer and prettier than the samsung tpu case. I've searched but nobody ships it to Europe. Is Sprint the only store selling it? Do you think the case will become available wider or should I just buy the samsung tpu?
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Yep, I like this case a lot also but can't find it in France or elsewhere in Europe...
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I like the case too. You can order from sprint.com no matter where you live or order over the phone from them.
My cousin just got the GNII 2 days ago, and he too rapped it with the Bodyglove case. So far he likes the case a lot. For me when I get the GNII on 12/1, I will be going the Otterbox Commuter series case route. I will not take any chances when dropping $299 with a 2 year attachment, lol...
I have one, feels awesome. Just wish it had the covers over the buttons. other than that, no complaints
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I hate the cases with covers over the buttons. Takes away from the feel of the phone and having to press extra hard to get a response from the buttons sucks. I have never had a BG cover that I have ever liked. Seen this one on the Sprint sight when I ordered it and it looked good so I gave it a shot. I have had 6 different TPU cases on other phones and this case is the best I have used. So I don't find it a down fall at all the buttons are not covered. Plenty of grip. Raised areas cover the camera and screen edge perfectly. Get it and you wont be disappointed! :good:
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I like the case too. You can order from sprint.com no matter where you live or order over the phone from them.
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No we can't. Sprint.com doesn't ship outside US. That's the problem.
"Orders cannot be sent to PO boxes or international addresses."
Once I got my T-Mobile Note 2, I searched the interwebs for a case that would protect the phone and make it less slippery. The quest was not an easy one, with barely any cases available, and most being replicas with different names. Additionally, none of the ones I saw offered protection around the corners, something that I find 100% essential on a case.
So after several hours on the general Galaxy Note II Accessories forum and several pages down the Amazon hole through multiple search keywords, I found the perfect case, for the time being. The case is a basic TPU S-line hybrid with an added kickstand. Nothing new or revolutionary, I'm sure, but given the lack of choices as of yet, a good one nonetheless.
The case protects, as commented, all 4 corners, and it protrudes enough that it lets you place the phone face down without suffering any damage on the screen. The kickstand works, though this is also the biggest caveat I've found.
The kickstand is on a hinge, and, to keep the case as thin as possible, the kickstand is embedded into the case. This wouldn't be such a problem, this happens on the Seidio Active, for example. However, the case is so thin that the hinges protrude too much out of the case, causing this to be the main point of contact with the surface when you place the phone on its back. It's irritating because one would hope a case would make the phone less slippery when placed on a surface than the original plastic, but hanging from two small pieces of plastic is not much better. There's always the placing the phone on its kickstand position, and that's fine, but don't think about pushing the phone hard on this position, or you'll cause the hinge to let you shift the phone to the "second" position, and, if pushed further, down to the ground.
The kickstand hasn't broken yet, but leaves uncertainty on how long it'll last. The black part of the case is grippy, specially on its sides, with the semi-see-through material being more slippery (though this is not an inconvenience, really).
All ports are well protected, but not covered, so no worries about echo issues like in other cases.
The kickstand is perfect for watching movies on the beautiful 5.5 inch screen.
The durability of the case is debatable. While I'm sure it'll withstand some falls, its purpose is more of a "now it'll not slip off my hands every time I pull it out of my pocket" than "let's toss this sucker from a 20 ft window"
This case more than serves its purpose, and at $5.98 including S&H (shipping from MN, USA), it should be in everyone's short list of capable though cheap cases.
If your phone is naked awaiting a case that fits your immediate needs, this will suffice. If you're looking for something that protects better, is more elegant, and of a known brand, the Seidio Active with Metal Kickstand is my #1 choice. But meanwhile, until it is released, I'd rather have this $6 case than go "naked".
I'm waiting for Amazon to accept all my images that I uploaded so I can provide you with images.
In the meantime, you can check out my Amazon Review here.
>>> It comes on either Black, Blue, Pink, Purple, White. I think I've also seen red, and I'm sure you can also find it on eBay.
>>> Black one seems to be "Unavailable".
Did it come with that screen protector you have installed?
I ordered one from china might get it next year LOL and also ordered another for a note 1, hopefully is as good as this one, I've had the S-line case on my S3 and even tho it was cheap i loved it.. you keep the slimness of the phone witch is important having a 5.5inch screen on the pant pockets isn't fun, imagine adding 1cm of case might aswell get the iDevice-mini.
thanks for the pics now i know what I got into...
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Did it come with that screen protector you have installed?
I ordered one from china might get it next year LOL and also ordered another for a note 1, hopefully is as good as this one, I've had the S-line case on my S3 and even tho it was cheap i loved it.. you keep the slimness of the phone witch is important having a 5.5inch screen on the pant pockets isn't fun, imagine adding 1cm of case might aswell get the iDevice-mini.
thanks for the pics now i know what I got into...
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Yeah I tried to do it so that the selling company was located in the US, just so it wouldn't take so long to arrive because I was holding the phone naked and it was slippery as hell.
The screen protector is a SPIGEN SGP Samsung Galaxy Note 2 Screen Protector Clear Steinheil [Ultra Oleophobic] [2-PACK]
Personally, I don't think the protector is the best, but I feel more comfortable about using my phone now. The safer the better. I got a scratch on my S2 with Gorilla Glass, because I figured "oh Gorilla Glass...don't need a protector". I tried to put protector when I first got it, but failed on 3 accounts. It just didn't look good. Wore it for a while till it looked even worse and I just simply removed it. And of course... Sh*t happens.
So this time, I ordered protector same time as case. Except it is fulfilled by Amazon so it took 2 days free shipping. I think the price is high, AND I have 2-3 bubbles that don't go away. Really, they aren't bubbles. They're specks of dust, and the surrounding area does not stick to the screen. I've thought about using the second protector but...uh I don't know.
"But it's Gorilla Glass 2, you don't need protector!" Not gonna fall twice for that. "But it's gonna interfere with the S Pen!" You know what, I think from time to time it does interfere. I've noticed sometimes while drawing that I might lift the pen but it still draws on the screen. Not sure if that's due to the screen protector or not...
Anyway, best of luck. Protect your phone with the first thing you find in the meantime until you get your case!
i see there's a minor bump on the kickstand that prevents the phone from laying perfectly flat on it's back. Is there' a slight wobble to it if you lay it flat and touch one side?
I just got this case in today and Im happy with what I got for the money.
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well....
Since I got the Note 2 from t mobile on the day of launch, the store was not carrying any cases so I went ahead and ordered a cheap plastic case from ebay and ran to the sprint store where they had ONE SAMSUNG OEM FLIP CASE and purchased as well. As everybody knows, this samsung OEM case DOES NOT PROVIDE SIDE/CORNER protectio and since I HAVE NO GRIP hands, I had to have every kind of protection available so I integrated both covers. Here are some sample pics. I will keep this on until I get my SPIGEN case!!!!
p.s. I know it looks kind of ghetto but at least I am protected!!!
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Since I got the Note 2 from t mobile on the day of launch, the store was not carrying any cases so I went ahead and ordered a cheap plastic case from ebay and ran to the sprint store where they had ONE SAMSUNG OEM FLIP CASE and purchased as well. As everybody knows, this samsung OEM case DOES NOT PROVIDE SIDE/CORNER protectio and since I HAVE NO GRIP hands, I had to have every kind of protection available so I integrated both covers. Here are some sample pics. I will keep this on until I get my SPIGEN case!!!!
p.s. I know it looks kind of ghetto but at least I am protected!!!
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yeah I tried that with my GS3 it was too ghetto for me lol
Is this TPU case thick? I prefer thick rubber case to protect it more but might consider this since it has a kickstand
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yeah I tried that with my GS3 it was too ghetto for me lol
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Hahahaha!! I know!!!
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It really is thin. This may not be the best for you, but I'd say just because of the kickstand, it may hold you over until you find a better one. Personally looking forward to Trident Aegis and Seidio Active. There's also Otterbox...
I got the same but the phone won't fit well. If I manage to fit the top, the bottom won't. If I do the opposite the top won't. Did yours had this problem?
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jamexman said:
I got the same but the phone won't fit well. If I manage to fit the top, the bottom won't. If I do the opposite the top won't. Did yours had this problem?
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Sorry, can't help you there. I really had no problem whatsoever putting this one in. I've taken it out about a dozen times, and I've never had issues taking it out or putting it back in. I ordered the Seidio Active case, so this one will be retired soon. But while using it, my only complaint was that the stand was not reliable. That's about it.
You might want to contact the seller and get a replacement. Looks like there's something wrong with yours. Also, make sure that all ports/buttons line up, and that they didn't send you the case for the wrong phone or some such.
Good luck!
This case is "unavailable" on Amazon but there are a million of them on Ebay, in all different colors. I got one in clear because I like to show off my phone, not the case, although I know from my old iPod case that I actually like the look of a clear glass-like edge around the sides.
I just wanted to chime in that if you get the clear version, beware that it *will* stick to the back cover of the phone. It's ugly because you get these big blobs and patches, and I found it immediately unacceptable. The case only cost me $5 so I just tried sanding it down on the inside so it wouldn't stick... which technically worked, but now it's even uglier. Yeah, I ruined it, but I couldn't see using it the way it was before. I was also concerned that over time, it'd stick so hard that I wouldn't be able to get it off. Already, whenever I'd take it off, I'd hear a "crack" as it unstuck from the back cover. I'm actually still using it after the sanding and it works just fine and doesn't stick anymore, but it is ugly.
My advice is to get a solid color version of this case if you get one, and still sand the inside of it so it doesn't stick. (Though make sure it's really opaque if you sand it; if it's clear at all, you'll see sanding marks.)
I really like kickstand cases but I'm thinking now of just getting something that gives me a little better grip on the phone (like a textured back cover) and then either not getting a case at all, or getting another one of these and hoping it doesn't stick to a more matte back cover.
for those who don't like the gloss look, how about:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/130804580625
available in other colours too
Pyr0x64 said:
for those who don't like the gloss look, how about:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/130804580625
available in other colours too
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U have this one? How is it like? The photo doesn't clarify a lot..
Thx
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No, I don't have one sorry.
I just spotted it on ebay last night and thought I would post it here as an alternative for people to consider when I saw the thread earlier
I do have it in my watchlist and may purchase later, but at the moment I'm using a FlyGrip and a plain matt tpu case
The kickstand looks a bit more flush on that one. Does not seem like there is much texture in the TPU for grip though. I will let someone else be the guinea pig, but I am curious to hear about it.
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Me too, I'm very curious about this case...
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They have that one in clear now too.
It looks frosted so it probably just has a matte texture that makes it easier to grip.
I found another clear TPU case similar to the first kickstand one but minus the stand and with all 5-star reviews on Amazon... found the same case on Ebay for cheaper (under 5 bucks) so I'm trying that next. If that one still creates unsightly stickiness, I'll just go for a clear hard plastic case. I've used one of those on my iPod for literally 5 years and they are surprisingly effective and look perfect.
LOL. I ordered the clear one to try out. I am so weak and have no will power.
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Hey guys! Made a quick video review of a new case I just got in today. It's like Samsung's Flip Case, but with some added protection and a magnet that keeps it from moving and opening up when you don't want it to. Definitely recommend it!
Sorry for the random black spots during transitions, still new to this! I also need a DSLR camera and better tripod, haha.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6RE9uU_tflM&feature=youtu.be
Yes, was thinking about this. Love my current Samsung Flip case but the lack of corner drop protection does make me a bit paranoid. I really wish someone made a case like this with a kickstand.
mitchellvii said:
Yes, was thinking about this. Love my current Samsung Flip case but the lack of corner drop protection does make me a bit paranoid. I really wish someone made a case like this with a kickstand.
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Exactly why I got this! And it'd be nice if it had like, grooves/pivots in the the case too to prop it up like Smart covers and my Nexus 7 cover.
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Exactly why I got this! And it'd be nice if it had like, grooves/pivots in the the case too to prop it up like Smart covers and my Nexus 7 cover.
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Does the back feel cheap at all? I'm kind of a branding snob. Does the generic look take away from the quality? How does the hinge hold up when you fold the top back? Does it fold back completely and easily?
Does the magnet cause s pen issues?
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Thanks for posting... did you buy this off amazon? Ebay? Links? Also, (as post above) does the magnet (center right location) interfere with spen writing in that area of the screen? Thx
mitchellvii said:
Does the back feel cheap at all? I'm kind of a branding snob. Does the generic look take away from the quality? How does the hinge hold up when you fold the top back? Does it fold back completely and easily?
Does the magnet cause s pen issues?
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Doesn't feel cheap at at all, the phone looks even better in my personal opinion when it's closed, holds up well and doesn't bother me at all either while typing.
DoctorQMM said:
Thanks for posting... did you buy this off amazon? Ebay? Links? Also, (as post above) does the magnet (center right location) interfere with spen writing in that area of the screen? Thx
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Nope, the magnet is to the side of the screen, so no interference at all. And the link to do the case is in the info on youtube. Just click to expand. I'll post it on here soon, too.
One issue, though, is it can be a bit difficult to grab the Spen, so if you use it often, that could be an annoyance.
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I have exactly the same case, but I would not call it luxury, either from the price (I paid $7 on ebay) or the quality.
OP's case does looks nicer and more premium than my similar case, mine even has Samsung on the metal magnet clip on the cover, but looks and feels like total crap, tossed it to the trash can as soon as I got it.
I'm currently waiting for Amigo flip case, looks super nice from the pic, no magnet though.
x2h said:
I have exactly the same case, but I would not call it luxury, either from the price (I paid $7 on ebay) or the quality.
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There's a few other listings of "luxury" cases
that look similar but aren't the same. If it I'd the same though, I guess it could be a matter of personal preference? I personally love the soft, textured feel of the case. Feels quite nice to hold.
Vanquiz said:
OP's case does looks nicer and more premium than my similar case, mine even has Samsung on the metal magnet clip on the cover, but looks and feels like total crap, tossed it to the trash can as soon as I got it.
I'm currently waiting for Amigo flip case, looks super nice from the pic, no magnet though.
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The only complaint with the magnet I have is that it's blue, lol. Figured it'd match the rest. Luckily it's my favorite color.
Let me know how that case goes! I'm purchasing a couple more myself(different cases).
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Benjamin150 said:
The only complaint with the magnet I have is that it's blue, lol. Figured it'd match the rest. Luckily it's my favorite color.
Let me know how that case goes! I'm purchasing a couple more myself(different cases).
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I have the same case as the OP and didn't notice until watching his video that the blue on the latch is only protective tape. I peeled it off and now it's a nice stainless/chrome look.
I can only grab the S-Pen with my little fingernail, but it should be easy enough to cut/file/Dremel the slot a little bigger if it's enough of a problem.
JimSmith94 said:
I have the same case as the OP and didn't notice until watching his video that the blue on the latch is only protective tape. I peeled it off and now it's a nice stainless/chrome look.
I can only grab the S-Pen with my little fingernail, but it should be easy enough to cut/file/Dremel the slot a little bigger if it's enough of a problem.
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Haha nice! I'll have to do the same, I didn't notice that either.
And yeah, I use my pinky nail to get it out.
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Benjamin150 said:
Hey guys! Made a quick video review of a new case I just got in today. It's like Samsung's Flip Case, but with some added protection and a magnet that keeps it from moving and opening up when you don't want it to. Definitely recommend it!
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Useful review. Case looks nice, but sadly, once again they forgot to have a cutout for the notification LED. I'd also prefer cutouts for better access to the volume buttons, as I use those a lot as shortcuts and when playing audio (with cases closed).
Most (or all cases ignore this however, especially the LED hole). And it should have a larger SPen cutout like this one. But looks ok for the price.
Beowulf_pt said:
Useful review. Case looks nice, but sadly, once again they forgot to have a cutout for the notification LED. I'd also prefer cutouts for better access to the volume buttons, as I use those a lot as shortcuts and when playing audio (which cases closed).
Most (or all cases ignore this however, especially the LED hole). And it should have a larger SPen cutout like this one. But looks ok for the price.
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I agree, having that would be very nice. I may have my dad just got one out himself, actually. I mean sometimes its nice cause I don't always like to see if I have a notification, but for that I could just turn the case over. And with the cover I wouldn't have to worry about getting any scratches.
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Quick question to the OP and the other person who owns this case. What type of corner protection does this offer? What material is used for the part that holds onto the phone? Is it a hard plastic like PC or is it a softer Silicone/TPU type material?
JohnnyRocks said:
Quick question to the OP and the other person who owns this case. What type of corner protection does this offer? What material is used for the part that holds onto the phone? Is it a hard plastic like PC or is it a softer Silicone/TPU type material?
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Mine is plain hard plastic. Part of one corner is gone due to a drop from less than two feet.
Owned this for 2 weeks until it started affecting the spen area around the magnet. no biggie if you dont use the spen just something to consider.