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So just got the nexus s 4g, wanna get a really really slim minimalist case almost a bumper type case, so I narrowed between two choices the Nexus S Ringke Case or the Incipio feather Ultralight Hard Shell Case. And i ddint seem to find any other good alternatives between those, any suggestions? I posted the link to both below.
http://www.rearthusa.com/Nexus-S-Slim-Protection-Kit_p_234.html
http://www.myincipio.com/Google-Nex...exus-S-feather-Ultralight-Hard-Shell-Case.asp
Incipio Feather is less bulky and more slim than any silicon/TPU cases.
If your picky and takes care of your phone go with the feather by incipio. Tpu case if your more caresless and drops phones constantly
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a review on the incipio site said the case needed to be trimmed to fit the 4g? I am also trying to decide on the incipio because its made for the nexus s and the NS4g is a bit thicker.
a review on the incipio site said the case needed to be trimmed to fit the 4g? I am also trying to decide on the incipio because its made for the nexus s and the NS4g is a bit thicker.
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Incipio fits well on my NS4G, and since every case isn't exactly the same u might have to trim only little bit on top of power button cut out, more like scraping off some plastic, sharp knife will help. I strongly recommend that case, I love it.
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ditto. my wife and i both have incipio feather case, i'm a phone in the pocket guy so need something light and thin that doesnt add bulk. only thing i wish it it covered top and bottom better, but no biggie. and my power button works fine, the cutout is not centered to it, i thought about trimming the top of the cutout like 1mm MAYBE, but not necessary. great case for the $, check deals on amazon.
i would go for the rearth ringke. Nice case and good deal on the bundle (w/2 audio plugs and screen protectors, even if they are a little small).
Man, im way to hard on my phones to use a sleek case. i tape two 4" pieces of foam top either side of mine
balibalistic said:
Man, im way to hard on my phones to use a sleek case. i tape two 4" pieces of foam top either side of mine
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Lol
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I like my Rearth Ringke!
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Incipio is the way to go...excellent case.
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So I walked into a Tmobile store today to get a sim card for my wife and found a Smoke Impact Band Case by Tech21. Never seen the case before but I like it because of the d30 technology.
Anyone else seen this case online? I can't find it anywhere online. Hoping to get it cheaper than retail.
FYI: This is different than the impact snap case that's online.
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I work at a corporate T-Mobile and trust me stay away from D30 cases. The buttons are super stiff and sometimes permanently jam your phone buttons, you can get a way better case for the same price. I got the Otterbox Commuter it's the best. I also have a plain TPU with cut outs for the buttons that works well too.
Just stay away from it, trust me!
Thanks for the feedback. I would have thought they were good cases, but I can see your point about the buttons.
I currently have a Mercury tpu case, but I feel it doesn't have much protection. Otterbox is nice but they are so bulky to me.
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I have a tech21 case with d3o protection for my note 2. It doesnt even have buttons. My buttons are wide open. I love these cases. I bought one for my S3 and it was a ***** finding one for my note 2 but I found it in the UK. I wont use any other case.
I have the tech21 snap on case from tmobile too. There are no covers for any of the buttons. I needed some quick protection so I went around and got this. The case feels very sturdy and seems like it could take a beating. I'm holding on to this case until the UAG comes out.
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I've got this case and it works well. I also had one of these on the galaxy s 4g and it was hard to press the buttons, it's not an issue on the Note II case for me.
With the older case, the plastic was MUCH harder and you really couldn't press the middle of the button, you had to press at the top or bottom to get the plastic button to move. That's not needed with the new case on the Note 2.
Bought it, then sold it to friendly pervert
jwwolfe77 said:
I have a tech21 case with d3o protection for my note 2. It doesnt even have buttons. My buttons are wide open. I love these cases. I bought one for my S3 and it was a ***** finding one for my note 2 but I found it in the UK. I wont use any other case.
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I thought it was a good case until I wanted to give some Christmas pictures to my mom on boxing day, and I forgot my usb cord so I thought what the heck I will pull off the case and put the microusb card in her computer...big hassle. Firstly because of the inner orange trim protection stuck to my note 2 like glue. It wouldn't come off right away, and while pulling it finally off it was so tight that inside the phone behind the actual Samsung battery cover the memory card came out of its slot. The only thing one of my buddies liked about the case and his reason was that he could start the video camera up, then fold the cover over the screen and now he wouldn't have to pay for the hidden camera premium app. Not a reason for me to keep it so I sold it today to him for his note 2. Otterbox here I come.
Good case. Hold with care because of the lack of grip
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Looking for opinions on most protective case. Defender seems like the best but the screen protector....and hearing about dust getting in between it and the screen is a little disconcerning. I used a seidio active case on my thunderbolt and loved it, dropped on concrete several times and faired very well. But after recently breaking few months ago and seidio not wanting to replace it like they used to...kind of left a bad taste in my mouth and I dont know if I want to go back to them. That's what she said. Please let me know your opinion. Thanks!
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Although I don't have the note2. I have an s3 and I have the otter box defender. I couldn't get the oil slick look to go away so I just took the built in screen protector out. It just pops right out. I have my full screen protector on there anyway to its still fully protected.
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Ya that's what im thinking. Just thinking... should I buy it then immediately break the case by ripping out the built in protector. It just feels weird to break something so expensive on purpose lol. Then, does the adhesive that was holding it on cause an issue or removing the protector cause the case rigidinity to be compromised?
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If you can wait 3-4 weeks the uag http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/products/black-note-ii-case
But if you need it now then go for the otter defender or commuter.
Also, if removing screen protector from defender is there still benefit(s) to using that case versus an otterbox commuter? Being that there is an included screen protector versus built in already.
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Rigidity shouldn't be compromised, and from what I read people use hair dryer to heat up the edge of the screen for a glue to soften, thus doing a clean removal of the screen. Glue supposed to roll off easily when its hot.. But you have to keep in mind, Otterbox gives you 1yr warranty if something happens to the case. If something breaks or gets damaged and you need to replace it, they will ask your original case back (I called them up to verify it) and even if you going to glue the screen back - there is a chance they will see it and might use it against you. I personally didn't want to take my chance, so I'm returning my Defender back.
Ya I was worried about breaking/enhancing this case for this reason. What did you end up going with?
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Pompsdai said:
If you can wait 3-4 weeks the uag http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/products/black-note-ii-case
But if you need it now then go for the otter defender or commuter.
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Yes I have been watching this closely. Wasnt sure about how tough this case was. Looked more about design from what I could see, but I could be very wrong. I actually voted so they would make that case lol. But....not sure whats up with the holes on the back.
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I have two cases for my Note 2: a Seidio Active case, and, as of this morning, an Otterbox Defender. Both have their pros and cons. The Seidio is more comfortable in the hand, and quite a bit slimmer, but the soft rubber inner case peels away from the phone too easily and all sorts of nasty scratchy stuff can get underneath it. It also has a handy little kickstand. The Defender is bloody huge, and for me at least, not as comfortable to hold. But it really does feel bombproof. The inbuilt screen protector isn't wonderful, but it works ok. Just needs an oleophobic coating.
As for which is best, I guess it depends how much you think you're going to throw your phone around
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I have two cases for my Note 2: a Seidio Active case, and, as of this morning, an Otterbox Defender. Both have their pros and cons. The Seidio is more comfortable in the hand, and quite a bit slimmer, but the soft rubber inner case peels away from the phone too easily and all sorts of nasty scratchy stuff can get underneath it. It also has a handy little kickstand. The Defender is bloody huge, and for me at least, not as comfortable to hold. But it really does feel bombproof. The inbuilt screen protector isn't wonderful, but it works ok. Just needs an oleophobic coating.
As for which is best, I guess it depends how much you think you're going to throw your phone around
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Throw? Never, unless onto the bed across the room. Its more of, late night out drinking and drop it from like 5 feet high on to concrete... that kind of scenario. Siedio for tbolt held up well for that did break the case eventually but phone still doesnt have a scratch. But yes, thank you for mentioning comfort, because if it never slips out of your hand... you never drop it. Looking for something grippy if possible, but that is second on my list to overall protection of course.
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Casemate tough case just came out today, just like the Aegis they changed the design so I will have to see, but they have previously (for me) been superior to other rugged style cases
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Rigidity shouldn't be compromised, and from what I read people use hair dryer to heat up the edge of the screen for a glue to soften, thus doing a clean removal of the screen. Glue supposed to roll off easily when its hot.. But you have to keep in mind, Otterbox gives you 1yr warranty if something happens to the case. If something breaks or gets damaged and you need to replace it, they will ask your original case back (I called them up to verify it) and even if you going to glue the screen back - there is a chance they will see it and might use it against you. I personally didn't want to take my chance, so I'm returning my Defender back.
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Just thinking. U could say "oh no, the edge broke and what not...also the screen protector broke out" lol right? ?
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They are both grippy. The Defender is just a bit too big to hold comfortably. I guess that's the joy of better protection. Ironically, the Defender is possibly more likely to be dropped, not because it slips from your hand, but because it's likely to snag when you try to take it out of your pocket.
I'm going to stick to the Defender for now, although I will remove the screen protector. I use Liquid Armour on the screen and this pretty much negates the need for a plastic cover on the screen.
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They are both grippy. The Defender is just a bit too big to hold comfortably. I guess that's the joy of better protection. Ironically, the Defender is possibly more likely to be dropped, not because it slips from your hand, but because it's likely to snag when you try to take it out of your pocket.
I'm going to stick to the Defender for now, although I will remove the screen protector. I use Liquid Armour on the screen and this pretty much negates the need for a plastic cover on the screen.
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Whag was your reasoning for choosing the defender over the commuter? I hear it doesnt snag on pockets and has a regular screen protector. I ask because this case is my backup for the time being
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I had a commuter on my iphone, and it was dreadful. It didn't fit well, and really didn't feel like it would provide any degree of protection at all. And protection was rather important with all that glass! Binned it after a few days and ended up with a Taktik case (kickstarter thing). But I digress.
Apart from my iphone experience, I would say the Seidio case is better than the Commuter. It will give as much protection, and look and fit better.
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I had a commuter on my iphone, and it was dreadful. It didn't fit well, and really didn't feel like it would provide any degree of protection at all. And protection was rather important with all that glass! Binned it after a few days and ended up with a Taktik case (kickstarter thing). But I digress.
Apart from my iphone experience, I would say the Seidio case is better than the Commuter. It will give as much protection, and look and fit better.
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Weird, I've had commuters for multiple phones and never had one fit any way other than perfect
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crzycrkr said:
Weird, I've had commuters for multiple phones and never had one fit any way other than perfect
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This one was definitely not a snug fit. Might have been unlucky, but I'm not willing to chance it!
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My commuter fits perfectly. Love this case. Also bought a 4 $ holster that fits the note 2 with the commuter on perfectly. Perfect combo for me.
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CLTnik said:
My commuter fits perfectly. Love this case. Also bought a 4 $ holster that fits the note 2 with the commuter on perfectly. Perfect combo for me.
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I definitely need a link for that holster
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CLTnik said:
My commuter fits perfectly. Love this case. Also bought a 4 $ holster that fits the note 2 with the commuter on perfectly. Perfect combo for me.
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Would love a link for this too.
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Does anyone have this one? I had a bumper on an iPhone previously and liked how it gave it some grab when I set it down on a table. But also gives some protection while keeping it closer to naked.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B009M5L6ES
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I have the other color.protects OK. Keeps screen away from surface when face down. Let me tell you thou. That **** scratches easier than the phone!
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I have the other color.protects OK. Keeps screen away from surface when face down. Let me tell you thou. That **** scratches easier than the phone!
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Is it pretty thin? Also, is the bumper flush with the case on the back? I had a Belkin one on my games horrible.
Don't have it myself, but heard it scratches and very slippery.
I have this case and it's great. My coworker has the black one and it does scratch quite easily and is noticeable, but I have the white one, so it's not too bad. It's slim and protects the screen well. It's not as nice as the OEM S3 one but it works well and matches nicely.
I currently use the black one. It has a great design because the back is glossy which helps you slide the phone in and out of the pocket with ease and offers protection with minimal bulk. You can also put the screen face down without worry of scratching the screen. The buttons are also covered by the bumber so you dont need to worry about the buttons wearing down from moisture.
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Just to let you know, if you don't already, that this is more of a case than a bumper. Everyone keeps throwing around the word bumper. This case does have a back. It is not a bumper in the sense that it only surrounds the sides of the phone.
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Just to let you know, if you don't already, that this is more of a case than a bumper. Everyone keeps throwing around the word bumper. This case does have a back. It is not a bumper in the sense that it only surrounds the sides of the phone.
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Yes. Thanks for clarifying in the thread though. I'm going to give it a try and will report back. I'm not a fan of cases in general, but I dropped my last s3 and it was forever scarred with a scrape on the corner of the bezel.
Seems like it would be cool of Samsung made it so you removed the oem back and then attached the bumper case using the clips. Vs adding a second back.
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I ordered one, for the second time. First one I sent back because I also got the Otterbox .
It's a great case. Fits perfectly and is pretty minimal. Would survive a few drops.
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So would this case actually fit with the Samsung OEM wireless charging back attached..? I couldn't find any reports on that.. If anyone knows please let me know as i am interested in purchasing this case but not at the expense of losing the Qi charging capability.. Thank you.
I am curious to what cases people are using and recommend. I am currently uaing otterbox case I bought when I got my phone and the corners are starting to peel back a bit, so I feel like I need a new case. In my area they don't have much for good protection cases that aren't to expensive.
I'm using the poetic atmosphere case. It has a little lip that lifts the screen off a table when face down, decent grip, and full back coverage. All while being really slim. I had a problem with my first one coming apart, but poetic sent me a brand new case that was "improved". And I don't think they were lying, the new case holds tight to the phone and is staying together nicely. Plus, they are cheap on Amazon.
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I am curious to what cases people are using and recommend. I am currently uaing otterbox case I bought when I got my phone and the corners are starting to peel back a bit, so I feel like I need a new case. In my area they don't have much for good protection cases that aren't to expensive.
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I've got the Cimo Grip back in frosted clear, and my wife has the amCase with bumper(because it is pink ) I like the Cimo and have heard good things about the Poetics, I will say though that the amCase one doesn't have the power cut out so you cannot use the IR blaster. Altough it is easy to cut out with an exacto knife or the like.
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I am curious to what cases people are using and recommend. I am currently uaing otterbox case I bought when I got my phone and the corners are starting to peel back a bit, so I feel like I need a new case. In my area they don't have much for good protection cases that aren't to expensive.
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Which otterbox? I am using the commuter and haven't had a single problem.
I use Seidio surface cases on any phone I get. Mainly because they don't add much bulk, offer good protection and come with a belt clip. My phones always look brand new when I sell them a year or 2 later.
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Switch between incipio dual pro and incipio tpu, depending on the day
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Which otterbox? I am using the commuter and haven't had a single problem.
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This is the one I am using, don't know name/type so took a pic.
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This is the one I am using, don't know name/type so took a pic.
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That looks like the defender.
This is the one I use http://www.otterbox.com/HTC-One-Com...ne,default,pd.html?start=3&cgid=htc-one-cases
I use the urban armor gear for my daily and the poetic flipbook every now and then.
http://www.shopandroid.com/seidio-surface-case-with-kickstand/4AA14157.htm
Seidio Surface with kickstand. Love it
I'm using the body glove case that I got at the sprint store. Its nice and thin.
poetic atmosphere during the weekends and an otterbox commuter or defender during the work week if im out on jobs with my employees.
Just some cheap case for 3.99 from ebay, works well enough that screen does not touch when facing down and as well as the camera. IR blaster works and volumes buttons are easy to press.
I'm using the two tone original HTC case. Sexy as hell. Protects the phone nicely.
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This is the one I am using, don't know name/type so took a pic.
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I have a commuter, and this happens to all of them, I had 3 different ones for my iPhone and the corners always look like that after a while, specially if you take the phone out of the case too often
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I use the cimo s grip and ditztronic tpu , both great cases
I'm using the Incipio Dual Pro and I love it. The only thing is I got the aluminum brushed one, and the back scratches REALLY easily. Oh well.
Thanks all for the feedback. I will look into all these cases and see if any spark my liking. the corners on my case are kinda starting to bug me, I don't know why, but it does.
I just got this case about a week ago. Pretty solid so far.
http://www.urbanarmorgear.com/collections/htc-one
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jekojello said:
I use the urban armor gear for my daily and the poetic flipbook every now and then.
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I got the uag also and it's awesome. Cheap on ebay also. Dropped it many times and it held up fine. I don't know about the IR and if it gets blocked because thats not something i use.