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[Q] PORTRAIT or portrait AND landscape cases

I've been reading through the various case threads and many folks, myself included, want a case that specifically supports portrait mode. There are quite a few on Amazon that do this, either by rotating or with velcro. I've used this search (http://www.amazon.com/s/?url=search-alias=electronics&field-keywords=+nexus+7+case+portrait) to turn up quite a few.
Opinions? Links to other sites/cases?

I also want a case that will primarily be in portrait. I can tell you from experience that the one that says Exact (TM) 360 degree Rotary Leather case for Google Nexus 7 Android Tablet by Asus
( http://www.amazon.com/Exact-Leather...2887965&sr=1-3&keywords=nexus+7+case+portrait )
Is utter crap. It works in landscape more or less alright but it too flimsy to support it in portrait.
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this one looks interesting. Is Moko a well known brand??
( http://www.amazon.com/MoKo-Detachab...=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B007SA0NIY )

proud_whovian said:
I also want a case that will primarily be in portrait. I can tell you from experience that the one that says Exact (TM) 360 degree Rotary Leather case for Google Nexus 7 Android Tablet by Asus
( http://www.amazon.com/Exact-Leather...2887965&sr=1-3&keywords=nexus+7+case+portrait )
Is utter crap. It works in landscape more or less alright but it too flimsy to support it in portrait.
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this one looks interesting. Is Moko a well known brand??
( http://www.amazon.com/MoKo-Detachab...=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B007SA0NIY )
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The moko has no speaker holes.

Rock-&-Roll-Hedgehog said:
The moko has no speaker holes.
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That's just the display pic since they haven't released it yet. The Nexus 7 version of will have the speaker grills.

Prey521 said:
That's just the display pic since they haven't released it yet. The Nexus 7 version of will have the speaker grills.
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Are you the manufacturer or are you just guessing?

Rock-&-Roll-Hedgehog said:
Are you the manufacturer or are you just guessing?
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I've contacted the seller and they told me there is a cut out for the speaker and all other ports and features. Based on their email and customer service I have ordered it. If you want to wait until I receive mine I'll post a little review. I was once a high end luggage and leather salesman so I expect I'll be pretty brutal.
Edit. Oops, sorry, this is the one I ordered, only $2 more: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007S9ZSGW/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00

dlaciv12 said:
I've contacted the seller and they told me there is a cut out for the speaker and all other ports and features. Based on their email and customer service I have ordered it. If you want to wait until I receive mine I'll post a little review. I was once a high end luggage and leather salesman so I expect I'll be pretty brutal.
Edit. Oops, sorry, this is the one I ordered, only $2 more: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007S9ZSGW/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
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I'm looking forward to your review, extra brutal or not. I'd really like to find one that doesn't add a lot of bulk. And, TBH, I don't care a lot if it can act as a stand in landscape mode or not -- it just adds bulk. And before anyone asks, no, I don't watch a lot of videos

dlaciv12 said:
I've contacted the seller and they told me there is a cut out for the speaker and all other ports and features. Based on their email and customer service I have ordered it. If you want to wait until I receive mine I'll post a little review. I was once a high end luggage and leather salesman so I expect I'll be pretty brutal.
Edit. Oops, sorry, this is the one I ordered, only $2 more: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007S9ZSGW/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00
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That one looks interesting I will be waiting for your review. I especially would like to know how it performs in portrait orientation which is my main interest because other ones that I have seen in that same style, when in portrait mode, are useless because the back is too flimsy to hold it up at all or collapse as soon as you touch the touch screen.

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[/COLOR]this one looks interesting. Is Moko a well known brand??
( http://www.amazon.com/MoKo-Detachab...=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B007SA0NIY )
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I had Moko brand for my old Galaxy Tab 7 Plus. Generally they're ok... Seems hood quality but I notice some of the stitching came apart after a few months.

short/y said:
I'm looking forward to your review, extra brutal or not. I'd really like to find one that doesn't add a lot of bulk. And, TBH, I don't care a lot if it can act as a stand in landscape mode or not -- it just adds bulk. And before anyone asks, no, I don't watch a lot of videos
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proud_whovian said:
That one looks interesting I will be waiting for your review. I especially would like to know how it performs in portrait orientation which is my main interest because other ones that I have seen in that same style, when in portrait mode, are useless because the back is too flimsy to hold it up at all or collapse as soon as you touch the touch screen.
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Hey guys, they shipped and it arrived a day earlier than expected. I will definitely be buying from BSCstore again. Here's my Amazon review:
I can't believe this is only $15. I know it's fake leather and that is part of the low price but the construction seems solid. I'd give it 5 stars right out of the gate but I am waiting to see how well it wears over the next few months. Now that my N7 is covered I will be bringing it everywhere. But based on price and initial value this case is a home run.
It should provide protection if dropped or stuffed into a backpack.
The lining is soft and smooth.
As a stand it provides 3 positions in landscape and and 1 in portrait.
It feels good and secure in my hand.
The "clips" that hold the N7 do not cover the bezel, and therefore the good looks of the device, at all.
As described, all the ports and speaker are open.
Again, the construction is surprisingly good.
The swivel is smooth.
It looks good, like it should have cost a little more.
It does have a few drawbacks. None that were problematic for me but probably for others. I'll nit pick for them.
The case definitely adds bulk to the N7. The fabric ridges that hold it up for viewing add a lot so if you want that feature expect added bulk from any case that does it.
The fake leather is pretty stiff and I suspect it will crease or not wear well (just a guess).
The stylus holder isn't shown in the pictures. It is on the front and some might not find it attractive.
No clasp.
There is a cheap elastic strap inside which I guess could be used as a hand strap. I think it can be better used to keep the case closed when you stuff it in a backpack. It isn't good at this job but there isn't any other option if you want to keep it tightly closed.
Tiny complaint - when it's holding the N7 in portrait it sits at about a 45 degree angle. Not ideal for me as the viewing angle isn't great for seeing it across the kitchen to see the recipes.
I'll update in a few months when I know if it will wear well. But honestly, for $15 I'd be happy to get 6 months out of it.

Thanks for the review. I'm not crazy about adding that much bulk to a small, light device but it might be a good addition for protection, particularly if you're traveling. And $15 is a great price!
I'm still looking for a case for daily use that will let me view the tablet in portrait mode. Honestly, I don't see why more people aren't looking for these. It doesn't seem like it would be difficult to build -- just make a case that opens like a steno notebook (i.e. from the TOP instead of the SIDE) and you don't have to get into the whole rotate thing. I'd spend $15-$30 for a case like that.

Can't you get on that opens like a book and flip the cover almost all the way back to do the same thing?

OEM Case smart mod

I was thinking of just buying the OEM case and modding it to have smart functionality myself.
My idea was to buy some magnetic sheeting such as that found here and stick it to the inside of the front cover. Hopefully that would be enough to both keep the cover from flapping about, and also activate the magnetic sensor.
Has anyone experimented with this? Got any tips or suggestions?
PS. If anyone lives in Melbourne, Australia and can let me know where I can find a grey OEM case I'd be extremely appreciative.

I thought the official case had the magnet for the smart on/off already?

bewA said:
I thought the official case had the magnet for the smart on/off already?
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Not to my knowledge. Although I'm baffled as to why it doesn't.

The trick would be to get a magnet which is not too strong or too weak. I modded a Kindle fire case with a small rare earth magnet which worked fine but also switched the N7 off when folding the cover to the back. I don't think any magnet is going to keep the front flap closed though, there's nothing for the magnet to cling to on the N7.

Hmmm. That's interesting. I just assumed that there would be enough metal in the device to hold on to. I guess the iPad has a metal back, so the smart cover would be attracted to that. I'm searching around for a case, and if/when I get a chance to try the I'll report back here.
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I actually just did this mod. Give me a few hours and I will post pictures and a detailed description on how I did it!
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The trick would be to get a magnet which is not too strong or too weak. I modded a Kindle fire case with a small rare earth magnet which worked fine but also switched the N7 off when folding the cover to the back. I don't think any magnet is going to keep the front flap closed though, there's nothing for the magnet to cling to on the N7.
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Damn, I just realized this too. I was letting the glue set from my mod. Folding the cover back also turns off the tablet... So much for that mod.

Niksko, what is your preferred phone? (on your phone history)

fosser2 said:
I actually just did this mod. Give me a few hours and I will post pictures and a detailed description on how I did it!
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Damn, I just realized this too. I was letting the glue set from my mod. Folding the cover back also turns off the tablet... So much for that mod.
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What sort of magnets did you use?
As for my favourite phone, the 3315 is just a classic. I'll never forget the time I gave my new 3315 to a random guy I found on the internet so that he could swap out the green LEDs for blue ones. I was 14.
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I modified my N7 case into a smart cover. Took quite a bit of experimentation and had to chop one of my magnets into quarters but eventually I got it working reliably without issues when the cover was closed or opened and folded back. To make the magnet flush inside of the case I melted a dent into the inside flap right where the sensor is located, which worked well.
The one additional thing did to make it completely reliable was stuck a flat bead to the outside of my cover to give about an eighth of an inch of clearance right where the magnet is mounted. It is flat enough that I don't notice it when my N7 is in use but provides enough buffer that I no longer have an accidental activations of the sensor with the cover folded behind the Nexus.
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*Poetic Slimbook Leather Case for the Google Nexus 10

I ordered it the day it came out. Took about a week to arrive. So I guess I was the first person to get one so here are some pics and a video.
Video: http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=62PsdfL8tec

Are you pleased with it?
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Non-mobile video link for the lazy
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=62PsdfL8tec

I'm not seeing this or any other nexus 10 case on their website.
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jmcharles said:
I'm not seeing this or any other nexus 10 case on their website.
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Seems to be on Amazon only.

Is it worth the $8? Seems cheap for such a nice product. What do you think of the build quality? Also, it still says not available until the 10th, so how'd you get it already?
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Guess I'll find out myself because I just ordered it. Said there were only 4 left and I figured what the heck? I need something for this thing because my two year old feels the need to play with all of my electronic toys.
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Oops, sorry. Forgot to put the link to where to buy it lol. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00A6X4048/ref=aw_ls__2?colid=2GTH71RMUR53E&coliid=ILOSSIXYBK9VS
Cost $5, including free shipping!

nick w said:
Are you pleased with it?
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YES YES! In fact, it is the best and cheapest I'VE ever had. It feels really good and make your Nexus 10 very secured. + it has a mini strap so you can put it in your hands.

jmcharles said:
Is it worth the $8? Seems cheap for such a nice product. What do you think of the build quality? Also, it still says not available until the 10th, so how'd you get it already?
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Guess I'll find out myself because I just ordered it. Said there were only 4 left and I figured what the heck? I need something for this thing because my two year old feels the need to play with all of my electronic toys.
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Yup! It feels really good. It looks like it's a real leather(maybe not but it feels like it).

I just got mine today. It feels very good. My only serious objection is that if I hold it vertically in one hand, using the elastic strap, the cover flops awkwardly, making it hard to hold. I haven't figured out what to do about that.... Change that: if I use the closing elastic to stabilize the cover, it feels fine.
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I love my poetic case for my nexus 7, will try this one. Poetic is a great company, they sent me an upgrade after they realized a mistake in the 1st and 2nsd generation case.

I might get one of these for my nexus 7 and nexus 10, ordered one for my nexus 4 which is not here and neither is my nexus 4.

I just got mine as well. It fits beautifully and actually looks nice as well. They paid attention to details on this one. I'm so glad I can stop using my old transformer TF101 case now!

Well thanks for the info . but your video only shows the fact that the cover has magnets. Would have been nice to see how it folds up or maybe the other side of the case.
I ordered the bison case and I have yet to see it and it said that it shipped a week ago.
I might have to order this one.

Casemantwo said:
Well thanks for the info . but your video only shows the fact that the cover has magnets. Would have been nice to see how it folds up or maybe the other side of the case.
I ordered the bison case and I have yet to see it and it said that it shipped a week ago.
I might have to order this one.
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Sorry about that. I'll post another video again later today. ')

Casemantwo said:
Well thanks for the info . but your video only shows the fact that the cover has magnets. Would have been nice to see how it folds up or maybe the other side of the case.
I ordered the bison case and I have yet to see it and it said that it shipped a week ago.
I might have to order this one.
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Mine came yesterday. For the $5.00 w/ free shipping I paid, I can't complain too much (and its miles better than having no case at all). But its not quite what I wanted.
Its a bit too thick. Its noticeably thicker than the casecrown case I had for my last tablet (probably due to the pouches and that weird textured base thing in the narrow section of the cover flap (what the hell is that for?)
Also, while the upright stand position works well, the other stand position is a bit too low an angle for my taste, and its a bit awkward getting it in to that position and getting it to stay that way. I found that I can put a folded up playing card in it to get the angle where I want it, bit this just makes it even more awkward to set up.
What I really want is a case just like I had on my previous tablet (see attached image). Notice the middle stand position in the lower left corner of that pic. That's by far, the position I use the most. And getting it into that position is very quick and easy. Unfortunately, none of the "tri-fold" style cases seem to support that position any more. They're all missing the tab on the back that keeps the flap from sliding out of place.

I got this Poetic, I don't think its the same one, but I am VERY pleased with it, and it only cost $10, worth every penny. And if you have Amazon Prime it got here < 24 hours after I ordered it for only $4 extra shipping lol...The case is actually nicely made, the viewing angles that are available for this case are great (I study quite a bit and have used it for some long term viewing) I would recommend it.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00A6X3ZM6/ref=pe_175190_21431760_M3T1_SC_dp_1

I'm waiting for the Poetic Slimline one to come out. Basically is a feather style thin case with smart cover. I have one for my Nexus 7 and absolutely love it.

Just got my Slimbook in today. Seems pretty nice for the $4.95 that I spent on it. It can stand it up for watching videos on my desk and it has an auto wake/sleep feature. That is all I wanted + having the leather feel.

I went through the customer's review of the slimline version and I was quite suprise about the quality of the product.
Anyone can confirm or denied those review?

Good waterproof case for the Note 2

Hi, I am new to this form but not so new to the note. I am an avid sailor and I was wondering if there are any cases for the note 2 that I could take out on the water. See it is a small boat (only 2 person) and I want to be able to listen to music while sailing and if I capsize not worry if my phone will be ruined or worse sink.

imaoreotwe said:
Hi, I am new to this form but not so new to the note. I am an avid sailor and I was wondering if there are any cases for the note 2 that I could take out on the water. See it is a small boat (only 2 person) and I want to be able to listen to music while sailing and if I capsize not worry if my phone will be ruined or worse sink.
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There are a few cases out there. I usually search eBay or AliExpress for them. They can be called water proof or life cases (as the withstand life haha).

iOttie makes waterproof skin, but it's not a case. I'm not aware of any full waterproof case for N2. Manufacturers don't want to make it using access to s-pen as an excuse.

how about a waterproof pouch, just got one for USD 2.50.

You may want to look into waterproofing your device instead of getting a waterproof case
www.liquipel.com
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You may want to look into waterproofing your device instead of getting a waterproof case
www.liquipel.com
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I heard thats not really "that" good. espically if I drop it in the water and it sinks.

imaoreotwe said:
I heard thats not really "that" good. espically if I drop it in the water and it sinks.
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supposedly Liquipel 2.0 is "now 100x more effective than before." but even it that is the case it still doesn't stop your phone filling with water
http://griffindiscount.com/en/griffin-survivor-samsung-galaxy-cases/22-griffin-survivor-samsung-galaxy-note-2-waterproof-black-cover.html looks ok

I also finding slim waterproof case (IP57) for Galaxy Note 2 with easy door to micro usb and stylus...:-/

cryingfreeman22 said:
I also finding slim waterproof case (IP57) for Galaxy Note 2 with easy door to micro usb and stylus...:-/
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There is no such thing, unless the phone is built with the feature like the sony xperia Z etc.
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You may want to look into waterproofing your device instead of getting a waterproof case
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liquipel isa no, you will have problems.

Xalies said:
http://griffindiscount.com/en/griffin-survivor-samsung-galaxy-cases/22-griffin-survivor-samsung-galaxy-note-2-waterproof-black-cover.html looks ok
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I'd be cautious about that, considering that Griffin haven't actually made any Survivor cases for the Note 2. Its a fake that you can get much cheaper from eBay.

I have an aquapac that I've been using for a few years. Never had any problems.
I bought it for my g2. Its been to water parks and to Hawaii 3 times. Snorkeling, swimming or just floating at Waikiki.
I'm pretty sure the naked n2 fits in the one I have. It's not a problem for me to take the case off to use it in the pouch because it stays around my neck the whole time.
It will be coming with me back to Hawaii in a few weeks!
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Xalies said:
supposedly Liquipel 2.0 is "now 100x more effective than before." but even it that is the case it still doesn't stop your phone filling with water
http://griffindiscount.com/en/griffin-survivor-samsung-galaxy-cases/22-griffin-survivor-samsung-galaxy-note-2-waterproof-black-cover.html looks ok
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But it's not waterproof.
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Here is the pouch I have purchased yesterday for USD 2.50, it's available in a few colours, triple slide type zip, and folded and sealed with velco.
Just got it so I can use it on my trip to japan in Hakone hot spring area in a few months time.

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Here is the pouch I have purchased yesterday for USD 2.50, it's available in a few colours, triple slide type zip, and folded and sealed with velco.
Just got it so I can use it on my trip to japan in Hakone hot spring area in a few months time.
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Where would I find that case?

TabGuy said:
Where would I find that case?
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you can try ebay.

I've got this. http://www.over-board.co.uk/waterproof-large-phone-case.html
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Everyone is focusing on the waterproofing factor, but the op mention capsizing.... I would certainly be worried about water damage on a boat, but if it goes overboard it will just sink. You need something that will float like a sealbag... I used those in the military and they worked great, but you would have to constantly have to take it in and out of the bag.
My suggestion would be to by a cheap pos mp3 player and speaker set, and leave the phone in your car. Be smart.
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Everyone is focusing on the waterproofing factor, but the op mention capsizing.... I would certainly be worried about water damage on a boat, but if it goes overboard it will just sink. You need something that will float like a sealbag... I used those in the military and they worked great, but you would have to constantly have to take it in and out of the bag.
My suggestion would be to by a cheap pos mp3 player and speaker set, and leave the phone in your car. Be smart.
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The item I have in post 12, is also available that you can blow some air in and it will float in case it does capsize, I don't have any photo's at the moment, will try to get one.

The Aquapac that I use floats....
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If you're really serious about a waterproof case then the most full-featured one has to be DryCase. I've used DryCase for years and it has somethings that I've not seen in others like:
- A hand pump to pump all the air out of the case. When you do this you are absolutely, positively certain that it's water tight. Very comforting.
- An internal connector to the headphone jack that passes through the case to the outside world. You can plug in your headphone jack to make phone calls or listen to music without having to listen to music through the heavy vinyl.
- An armband. This can be used on your arm or around something in the boat to keep it from going away. It also acts as a floatation device.
- It's totally clear on front and back. No matter where the camera lens is you can take a photo.
It's more expensive than some of the cheap ones here ($24 on Amazon Prim) but if you're under water taking a photo of of fish or the crashing wave do you really want to trust your $700 phone to a cheap Chinese knockoff?
Here's where your can get one.

I just use a large Zip-loc bag.

Samsung S4 Active

What are your thoughts? Damn nice looking phone if this is in fact leakes pics of the Active. http://www.androidcentral.com/samsung-galaxy-s4-active#comment-603498 What do you think?

not leaked photos, it was shown off at a cell phone convention in croatia

OK, not a leak per se, but pics nor info not released abroad by Samsung as of yet . So, what do you think? thoughts? I feel that this is what the regular S4 should have been....maybe with color choices.

I would be surprised if this comes to the U.S.
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I would have loved to have this color on a normal S4. :/

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I would have loved to have this color on a normal S4. :/
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Here you go. http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/samsung/galaxy-s4-cases/galaxy-s4-case-slim-armor.html
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Here you go. http://www.spigen.com/cell-phone/samsung/galaxy-s4-cases/galaxy-s4-case-slim-armor.html
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I've looked at those, but I'd like there to not be any any bulk to the phone. Right now i'm just rocking it naked with invisibleshield on the front and back, this has been the first time I could use a smartphone and feel like it's not too fragile to set on the table without a scratch getting on it. :good: If anything it would be awesome if there were replaceable backcovers in different colors, but i have yet to see anything.

V1ViD said:
I've looked at those, but I'd like there to not be any any bulk to the phone. Right now i'm just rocking it naked with invisibleshield on the front and back, this has been the first time I could use a smartphone and feel like it's not too fragile to set on the table without a scratch getting on it. :good: If anything it would be awesome if there were replaceable backcovers in different colors, but i have yet to see anything.
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There are some. Check out the accessories thread. There are leather ones and carbon fiber that I ha e seen so far. That's one benefit of this phone, we will probably have the most accessories next to maybe the iPhone.
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troyboytn said:
What are your thoughts? Damn nice looking phone if this is in fact leakes pics of the Active. http://www.androidcentral.com/samsung-galaxy-s4-active#comment-603498 What do you think?
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My initial thoughts are the phone looks nice but don't like the physical buttons. Also, doubt that just because it has that coating on the phone the screen won't crack if dropped on concrete. In my mind having a good case is the only way to prevent certain things from happening and if I'm going to use a case then what is the point of a "rugged" phone.
This is just me and I understand others have different needs but that is my opinion on it.

I miss the days of my old Nokia 8260 when replacing housings were common. You dropped your phone, $10 and a few days later you had a new housing that was four screws away from making your phone like new. I suppose a tempered glass cover and tpu cover and replaceable battery covers are about as minimalist with good coverage as you can get. And many of the 3rd party battery covers are two piece anyway with the plastic base and the insert that goes on it. So you get a little extra protection there as well.
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not a big fan of those menu buttons. Phone looks nice. Samsung should have saved their fitness bloat for that phone. Up High :highfive: