I bought the black carbon fiber exoshield skin for the Verizon LG G2. It cost a total of $17.79 shipped to me. The material is 3M carbon fiber, and the texture itself feels like good quality. Unfortunately it doesn't do anything to add grip to the phone, and I might even say that it actually feels a little more likely to slip out of my hand than the stock back. The skin itself is pretty easy to apply as the material allows multiple attempts to line it up perfectly and I feel like I have lined it up as perfectly as I possibly can. There is also a part that goes on the front which I chose not to put on. Unfortunately, it seems like there is just no way to line up and adhere the corners satisfactorily, it just seems impossible the edges stick up. Visually I am not really that picky, however every time I hold the phone, I can physically feel the corner edges of the skin against my hand, which bugs the crap out of me. Now I have heard that a blow dryer may help, so I will try to to get ahold of one to see if it helps, I will update if I see an improvement. As it is now at $18, I cannot recommend this skin unless you know that you wouldn't be bothered by this. I would however highly recommend the dizitronic case (which I also have) if you want some very good looking protection for your G2.
TL/DR I wouldn't recommend this skin because the back corners are extremely difficult, if not impossible to adhere and line up properly, the phone feels more slippery, it doesn't really offer much protection and its pretty expensive.
Note: the corners in Pictures 2 and 4, it looks like there's just no way to physically line them up, because the end material is rounded
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I apologize for the quality, these pictures were taken from my retired Galaxy Nexus. I will update this if anything changes. Feel free to ask questions.
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This one seems to offer good protection, a hard shell inside a book style casing. No mention of a magnet.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Juppa®-Exec...?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1357740212&sr=1-21
In one of the reviews.
"5.0 out of 5 stars Fits well and good value 28 Dec 2012
By Brent46
Colour Name:Black|Amazon Verified Purchase
Arrived early an looked very nice. Applied screen proector (always difficult on big Screens) one of the better protectors I have used, Fitted Nexus very well and all charging an buttons accesible. Turns device on an off as you open and close. Very happy with for £5 I paid"
Bit annoying that he only paid £5 for it when they're now £12 but even at that it's not a bad price.
It just seems like another of a million already available cases. All these dealextreme/ebay cases all look the same to me, and a case is a case, they're all plastic, and they will prevent scratching the screen, that's about it.
I've fallen for this one
http://www.ebay.com/itm/271131778854
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Nillkin case
Not the cheapest, but it seems a good finish, tight and clean all around
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I've fallen for this one
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Nillkin case
Not the cheapest, but it seems a good finish, tight and clean all around
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Does this mean you already have that case? If so, what do you think of the pleather quality wise?
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issak42 said:
It just seems like another of a million already available cases. All these dealextreme/ebay cases all look the same to me, and a case is a case, they're all plastic, and they will prevent scratching the screen, that's about it.
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I posted the original link because I saw a case that took two properties of common cases that are not found together anywhere else, the book style cover enclosing the hard plastic shell. It's too bulky for my use but that doesn't mean it's not going to appeal to someone else, it deserved a link for that reason.
Ballistic Urbanite
No affiliation with any merchant, here is my honest opinion. I am in it for just the "thanks" and good conversation.
I have this same model case for my Note 4 and I absolutely love it so I was excited to find an LG G4 version. It is NOT available on Amazon, the best place to get is direct from the manufacturer. It shipped quickly:
https://www.goballisticcase.com/shop/lg/lg-g4/urbanite/
SIZE: Feels surprising slim. The hour glass shape make it quite narrow in the middle.
GRIP: Glossy surface is comfy to hold but it feels very secure to hold because of the case's waist curve.
PROTECTION: The corner bumpers are very pronounced and in effect make a large lip to protect the phone. Advertised as "6 foot drop tested" and I am inclined to believe it
DURABILITY: This MIGHT get cosmetic cracks if removed and replaced frequently. (Based on my Note 4 version). On the other hand those cracks were on that phone's narrow bridge between the side volume buttons and the camera. The LG 4 does not have side volume button thus no narrow bridge. That area looks to be much stronger. I really don't think this one will suffer from the cracks but I'll let you know. Please comment if you run into them.
INSTALLATION: Easy to put on and remove from phone.
EASE OF USE: The buttons are covered. The jury is still out on this but is seems to reduce the wonderful tactile feel of the naked phone's controls. I'll let you know if we get used to it.
APPEARANCE:The slick gloss surface makes it a bonnie little case. It does say "BALLISTIC" in dark grey on the lower part of the side but I don't think it is that obnoxious. It actually adds a little more grip to that part so it works functionally.
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Do they make a holster for it?
Pffff when I have to protect a phone like this? I won't use a smartphone anymore....
All the looks of the phone is lost....
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Do they make a holster for it?
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No they don't sell one.
First and foremost, this is the best case I have used for my Galaxy S6 Edge. I have had this case for a few days, and the only complaint sI have is the edges can sometimes be rough to the palm when holding the phone in portrait, and that the thickness of the case prevents the use of my wireless charger. The cutouts are all perfectly centered on the phone, and it has great lip protection around the screen. The mix of black and white accents looks stylish, and the metal buttons look and feel great. They don't stick out too far from the case, which is better at preventing accidental presses. There's really nothing else I can say about this case other than everyone should have this case.
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It's ugly imo
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First and foremost, this is the best case I have used for my Galaxy S6 Edge. I have had this case for a few days, and the only complaint sI have is the edges can sometimes be rough to the palm when holding the phone in portrait, and that the thickness of the case prevents the use of my wireless charger. The cutouts are all perfectly centered on the phone, and it has great lip protection around the screen. The mix of black and white accents looks stylish, and the metal buttons look and feel great. They don't stick out too far from the case, which is better at preventing accidental presses. There's really nothing else I can say about this case other than everyone should have this case.
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NoFanboy said:
It's ugly imo
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Hi there Theaccomplice88! Thank you so much for your helpful feedback, it definitely helps us out in coming up with better designs for our future products as well as improve the designs that we currently have available, we appreciate it!
@NoFanboy,
To some, it may appear ugly. To some, it might just seem average. If anything, some may even say "Your last case was way hotter." But what matters are the insides. This case is tough. Exec tough to be exact. It marches onward into the world of peril and danger, knowing that no matter what, it's got you covered. It has your phones back. This case is reliable, and above all else, it has a great personality.
Roo-spectfully yours,
Bev
I just ordered a carbon fiber Skinomi Tech Skin and got 25% off using a coupon. I've never used a skin before but I got used to the darker color of the At&t model I was using and I hate using a case. Between this and the iqshield I have installed I think I'm set.
I got and installed the tech skin. Overall I'm pleased with how it turned out. It looks good (if you like carbon fiber) and adds a fair amount of grip. Funny thing is, I used to hate carbon fiber. Now covers the three things that are always on me.
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Looks so much better!
I'd have to agree. It came with pieces to cover the camera glass and sides but I think that would be a little overkill. More than anything I appreciate the added grip.
And for anyone who is wondering, Moto mods work just fine with this installed. I've tested the JBL and power pack. The skin is actually thinner than the iqsheild I have on the screen.
If you hate cases and want to keep your phone from getting scratched up I can confidently recommend this, especially for 12 bucks.
Just ordered the dark red wood skin from skinomi, will post pics once it arrives. Was shipping relatively quick?
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Just ordered the dark red wood skin from skinomi, will post pics once it arrives. Was shipping relatively quick?
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I would say reasonable. I ordered the 3rd and got it the 9th. I guess I've just been spoiled by Amazon prime.
That sad moment when you get a tracking number, and now you gotta wait, and stalk the delivery update page . Lol
So I'm really fighting the urge to take off the skin. There's nothing wrong with it. It improves the grip, and I did a pretty perfect install, buuuut... I just really like my phone naked.
Hello all, I just wanted to post up some opinions of cases I purchased from Amazon. I was looking for a thin light case that didn't take away from the design and added hardly any bulk.
First up is the Myriann 2 tone case
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B0752H4YBN/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
This case looked great on the website and I love the two tone colour look. I actually wish this is how the note 8 looked with silver border with the black front and back glass.
The case feels durable and a little on the thick side which is a shame. If it was a few mm thinner they would have had a winner in my opinion. I also really liked the carbon fire look back.
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Second is this clear/bumper style case from KKTick.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B07591K36V/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
This case also looks really nice and is a little thinner than the one above, however it's still a bit thicker then I liked and the clear back was a bit of a figure print magnet. Worse than the glass back of the naked phone.
Third we have this rubber thin case from Nillkin.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B074WPDMG6/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I really liked this case and as soon as I put it on my Note 8 I thought we had a winner. The case is thin, sleek and doesn't feel cheap because it's a solid rubber coating. The only issue with this case is it's not very grippy on the side. So much so that if you hold it by the side alone the case slides down your hand. Such a same because I love the look of it.
Finally we have this stealthy matte black silicone case from vitutech.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B07529VKHZ/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
This case is what I'm rocking right now. The case is super thin, has a decent amount of grip and looks as if it's not even on the phone. I can't really fault it except it could have been a little blacker in colour. But I'm just nit picking. This case was also the cheapest.
Hopefully you guys have enjoyed the photos and this gives you a better look at some of these cases. I have a few more on the way so I'll update this post when I continue to receive cases.
The 2nd one looks nice
they are good!
I want to get a thin case like that, but one drop and it's goodbye