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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!!!
yusssi said:
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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fatboypup said:
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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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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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
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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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I noticed that the Google store now labels the Nexus 7 cases as "wifi only". So I only imagine, they need a thicker case for the 3G version. Hopefully they come out with all the colors today with the unit instead of months afterwards.
I'm not sure if it will be thicker or not. They could have just said it's wifi only as the SIM slot would be inaccessible with the wifi's case.
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I'm not sure if it will be thicker or not. They could have just said it's wifi only as the SIM slot would be inaccessible with the wifi's case.
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I sure hope you're right. Don't want to have to buy another case for my car mount hack job.
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I really don't want to have to get another case...
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Specs are identical 198.5 x 120 x 10.45mm for sizes so unless the back has a slightly different curve to it (Google seem to use the same images for both types so probably not) I can't see a problem getting it to fit even a clip-in case. If you have one of the slip in leather type ones then it 'will' fit fine. As said above you 'might' have to remove it to access the sim slot.
For the nexus 7 3G, they also moved the location of the rear side speaker.
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For the nexus 7 3G, they also moved the location of the rear side speaker.
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speaker * microphone :good:
I can confirm that the 3G variant fits the WiFi case, just got mine delivered and it fits like a glove
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I can confirm that the 3G variant fits the WiFi case, just got mine delivered and it fits like a glove
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Does the microphone still work?
I'd like to know as well since I bought a Speck fitfolio case for my N7 3G
So the 3g version does fit in the wifi versions case?
suprised because it says wifi only case...
is the reason that the official nexus case wont fit 3g is coz it will block the signal/antenna?
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I'd like to know as well since I bought a Speck fitfolio case for my N7 3G
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Speck will be releasing a "universal" FitFolio that will fit both the Wi-Fi only and the 3G version. No current ETA on the new case.
Wifi and 3g versions are identical with the exception of the microphone placement. That's the only reason for them being labeled WiFi only.
I have a speck fitfolio and I'm just going to drill a small hole. The worst thing that could happen is that I ruin a case that's pretty much useless anyways...
Drilling TPU
InGeNeTiCs said:
Wifi and 3g versions are identical with the exception of the microphone placement. That's the only reason for them being labeled WiFi only.
I have a speck fitfolio and I'm just going to drill a small hole. The worst thing that could happen is that I ruin a case that's pretty much useless anyways...
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I have a TPU case from amzn which is WiFi-only, and indeed, does fit fine, except for the mic holes.
I'm trying to drill out the TPU but it is not cutting - it just wraps around every drill bit i put in there and seals the hole up again when I pull the bit out!
Any tips on drilling out TPU?
or I'll return this to Amazon (heck, it only has one small self-sealed hole) and find the right case when they come out. Still haven't found an 3G specific TPU case.
I would use a belt hole punch That is what I am going to use on my seidio case.
InGeNeTiCs said:
Wifi and 3g versions are identical with the exception of the microphone placement. That's the only reason for them being labeled WiFi only.
I have a speck fitfolio and I'm just going to drill a small hole. The worst thing that could happen is that I ruin a case that's pretty much useless anyways...
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What about the SIM card slot?
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Why do you need to get to the sim card when the case is on?
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What about the SIM card slot?
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I have a TPU case from amzn which is WiFi-only, and indeed, does fit fine, except for the mic holes.
I'm trying to drill out the TPU but it is not cutting - it just wraps around every drill bit i put in there and seals the hole up again when I pull the bit out!
Any tips on drilling out TPU?
or I'll return this to Amazon (heck, it only has one small self-sealed hole) and find the right case when they come out. Still haven't found an 3G specific TPU case.
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Make sure the tip of the bit is sharp. And I would say drill at a low speed so that the bit can catch in the TPU.
Anyone have any luck finding a good portfolio case for the GSM version?
Has anyone found a credit card case that is a non flip cover design? I want one where you simply slide some cards to the back of the phone similar to these iphone ones.
http://www.speckproducts.com/smartflex-card-for-iphone-5.html
http://www.case-mate.com//iPhone-5-Cases/Case-Mate-iPhone-5-Pop-ID-Cases.asp
Thanks for any help!
There are some on ebay but the credit cards goes inside the case between the phone and the case. so you would have to remove the phone in order to remove the card.
Deal Extreme (dx.com) has several. Search for "N7100 Wallet"
I was just looking through these yesterday and am going to order a couple to try out also!
example:
http://dx.com/p/wallet-protective-p...-for-samsung-galaxy-note-2-n7100-white-163143
I've been looking for a case that hold cards in the back for months, but no luck. You can buy a card holder pocket and stick on the back of your phone or case. I bought 2 different styles from Amazon, but returned them. I didn't like how it looked and felt.
http://www.amazon.com/Sinjimoru-Cellphone-Holder-Samsung-smartphones/dp/B007Y9H0V2
http://www.amazon.com/Pouch-Attachment-Mobile-Phone-E-Wallet/dp/B007X5ITNA
3 for $6 http://www.amazon.com/Cosmos-Adhesive-Credit-pocket-cellphone/dp/B00AZVTWPI/
I like the leather look of this one. It's made to cover the entire back of an iPhone5. You can cut off the excess material and it'll barely fit the back of the Note 2 without blocking the speaker and camera.
black http://www.amazon.com/Sinjimoru-Sinjipouch-Leather-Cellphone-Holder/dp/B00BC44PR2
white http://www.amazon.com/Sinjimoru-Sinjipouch-Leather-Cellphone-Holder/dp/B00BC419UI
3 card holder (white only) http://www.amazon.com/Sinjimoru-Sinjipouch-Leather-Cellphone-Holder/dp/B00BC4AZVW
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I just bought this one. Since it loads cards sideways, I can put my finger inside when I hold the phone to prevent it from dropping.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006GD0OJC
Excellent question! I've been looking for the same thing for ages!
I found out that javoedge used to make a card case for the note 1. I think it's been discontinued.
The attachable card holders that HKSpeed mentioned look really good. Now, if only I can get my hands on one in Malaysia...
i think spigen sgp sold that
I got the card holder pocket from Amazon yesterday. It holds 2-3 card easily. The material is stretchy cloth. I attached it upside down so I can slide my finger into it when I hold the phone in my right hand.
I got one
I got one of those Sinjimoru pouches that HKSpeed mentioned. It's very useful, I now barely ever take my purse with me.
However, I noticed that the edges on the seams aren't that great, it started to lift off after a little while, but maybe because I've stuffed like 4 cards in there. I've "fixed" it for the time being with super glue. And don't get the white, it gets dirty easily and can't wash it off
Thanks for the suggestions. Still wish there was an actual case made instead of back attachments. Maybe I will give some of these a try.
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Are you looking for one like this?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Gal...lue-Orange-Card-Wallet-Gummy-Ma-/360563483654
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Been searching for this too. Was looking for one with a wallet on the back to slide money or cards into. So far i haven't found any.
Dakota, that's close but the cards should be on the outside of the case in slots on the back.
How do you like the candy shell case? I want one but don't like how they scratch up
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I fully understand what you are looking for. I searched for something like that too, could find any. But then i found something very promising on Kickstarter - http://www.tightstore.com/
Ordered it, living with it for 2 months already. i just love it. exactly what every man that had enough with regular wallets need.
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Are you looking for one like this?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Gal...lue-Orange-Card-Wallet-Gummy-Ma-/360563483654
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That's pretty cool but would find it annoying having to take the case off all the time.
Here is a similar one but it seems that there is a cut out for DMB antenna at right upper corner.
FOXJAIL
I have been looking for those forever. Keep finding them for the iphone but no luck with note 2
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HKSpeed said:
I've been looking for a case that hold cards in the back for months, but no luck. You can buy a card holder pocket and stick on the back of your phone or case. I bought 2 different styles from Amazon, but returned them. I didn't like how it looked and felt.
http://www.amazon.com/Sinjimoru-Cellphone-Holder-Samsung-smartphones/dp/B007Y9H0V2
http://www.amazon.com/Pouch-Attachment-Mobile-Phone-E-Wallet/dp/B007X5ITNA
3 for $6 http://www.amazon.com/Cosmos-Adhesive-Credit-pocket-cellphone/dp/B00AZVTWPI/
I like the leather look of this one. It's made to cover the entire back of an iPhone5. You can cut off the excess material and it'll barely fit the back of the Note 2 without blocking the speaker and camera.
black http://www.amazon.com/Sinjimoru-Sinjipouch-Leather-Cellphone-Holder/dp/B00BC44PR2
white http://www.amazon.com/Sinjimoru-Sinjipouch-Leather-Cellphone-Holder/dp/B00BC419UI
3 card holder (white only) http://www.amazon.com/Sinjimoru-Sinjipouch-Leather-Cellphone-Holder/dp/B00BC4AZVW
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I just bought this one. Since it loads cards sideways, I can put my finger inside when I hold the phone to prevent it from dropping.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006GD0OJC
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Out of those 3 adhesive credit car pockets above, which one do you think has the best quality? In theory, they all look similar, full adhesive back, elastic stretchy pocket that holds 2-3 cards and a few bills, right? One is $15, the other one $10, and then you have 3 for $6. Big price spread, so I'm curious what do you think since you had tried them all. What is max holding capacity of each?
Here is what I'm thinking. Per my review in http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=38809235&postcount=28 since there is a gap between UAG/phone and CONVERT holster, I want to stick one of these pouches on inner side of the holster. This way I can carry my phone in a holster and when take it out I have a pocket in there for credit cards and a few 20s. I'm leaning more toward the 3 for $6 value, but not sure if its a crappy quality? Plus, since holster inner side is not solid flat, do you think it will be an issue with sticking? In theory there should be enough surface to hold on to, but would like to her your opinion.
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Out of those 3 adhesive credit car pockets above, which one do you think has the best quality? In theory, they all look similar, full adhesive back, elastic stretchy pocket that holds 2-3 cards and a few bills, right? One is $15, the other one $10, and then you have 3 for $6. Big price spread, so I'm curious what do you think since you had tried them all. What is max holding capacity of each?
Here is what I'm thinking. Per my review in http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=38809235&postcount=28 since there is a gap between UAG/phone and CONVERT holster, I want to stick one of these pouches on inner side of the holster. This way I can carry my phone in a holster and when take it out I have a pocket in there for credit cards and a few 20s. I'm leaning more toward the 3 for $6 value, but not sure if its a crappy quality? Plus, since holster inner side is not solid flat, do you think it will be an issue with sticking? In theory there should be enough surface to hold on to, but would like to her your opinion.
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I really liked the very last one in my post (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006GD0OJC). since the opening is longer/wider, it can hold/stretch more. I dont know if it can hold more than 3 cards plus cash, since i never tried to put in that much stuff. I think sticking a pouch to the back of a UAG case will cause lint and dirt to get stuck to the adhesive side of the pouch through the UAG's openings. Plus the UAG's material is textured, so adhesive won't stick as strong to flat plastic.
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I really liked the very last one in my post (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006GD0OJC). since the opening is longer/wider, it can hold/stretch more. I dont know if it can hold more than 3 cards plus cash, since i never tried to put in that much stuff. I think sticking a pouch to the back of a UAG case will cause lint and dirt to get stuck to the adhesive side of the pouch through the UAG's openings. Plus the UAG's material is textured, so adhesive won't stick as strong to flat plastic.
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you misunderstood him. he asked about sticking it to the holster's interior, not the UAG case's interior
I have looking myself for a while and this is the best I can find so far. alibaba .com
and search for Black_ID_Credit_Card_Case for note 2, sorry i'm new and can't post links
Any luck on your end? A friend of mine has the bullettrain case for his Iphone 5 and I'm jealous!
So I picked a platinum case which seems like a re-branded Seidio, so it's not a bad case at all.
I have a concern and I did do some googling on Cell Phones and Flash Memory with magnetic fields. I've always been a firm believer you don't mix magnets and electronics. Everything I've read says it won't hurt anything with the flash memory nor the phone itself. My personal experience says otherwise. I had a magnetic pouch for once my for Samsung A990 and it caused weird screen discoloration when removed from the case. I also have had experience with another device and magnets. Two difference cases I bought for my Acer A100 which ended causing issues as well.
So really is it a good idea to keep a case with a magnet powerful enough to snap to my fridge around my phone?
Plenty of folks around here have been using a Platinum series or Surface since the day they came out without any ill effects. I've got a Platinum series case and I use it frequently, but I'll admit to using a TPU or folio-style case more often than not at home purely because I am very, very mildly concerned about the magnet. That said, it hasn't caused any distortion on my screen or anything like that.
Not an issue. Make sure to turn off under s-pen setting pwr management pen detection (when s-spen is in a holder or not) to avoid any issues with magnet interference.
Btw, I just got Seidio CONVERT which is Surface/Platinum with an extra protection shell on top of it. Just tested it out, took a ton of pictures, and will post a detailed review in a day or so. VERY IMPRESSIVE case. Defender was rushed in with lots of design faults. This one is a design perfection! And actually already sold out at Amazon where you can get it for $55 (which is actually 2 cases in a package, Surface and Convert kit on top of it). But anyway, expect a detailed review!!!
It really depends on the type of magnet and its strength if it will hurt electronics or not. I can't remember which ones are safe to use off the top of my head but a quick google search should turn up the answer. I know they are more expensive than a regular magnet so most (all?)cheap cases don't use them, but mid - highend cases *should* use them. I think it's a special kind of low strength neodymium magnet that doesn't effect electronics, but I'm not 100% positive on that. The magnet should be just powerful enough to hold the weight of the closure shut against gravity, but not strong enough to hold the closure shut against the weight of the device + gravity. So definitely no refrigerator magnets unless they are only designed to hold a sheet of paper and anything heavier will drag it down to the floor.
I like to break stuff!
Thanks! After my post I did a little more digging and found that some people seem to believe there is a dead spot with the spen even with the Seidio. I did my own experiment and noticed that the magnet is strong enough to hold a precision screw driver against it while I jiggled it. The screen responded to the magnet when held right up against it. I realize that I am not going to be holding it next to the screen daily or holding screw drivers. I ended up mixing the cheap Verizon cover with the holster and it seems to work well enough. I only planned on using the holster when I wear jeans anyway. plenty of room in dress pants.
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Not an issue. Make sure to turn off under s-pen setting pwr management pen detection (when s-spen is in a holder or not) to avoid any issues with magnet interference.
Btw, I just got Seidio CONVERT which is Surface/Platinum with an extra protection shell on top of it. Just tested it out, took a ton of pictures, and will post a detailed review in a day or so. VERY IMPRESSIVE case. Defender was rushed in with lots of design faults. This one is a design perfection! And actually already sold out at Amazon where you can get it for $55 (which is actually 2 cases in a package, Surface and Convert kit on top of it). But anyway, expect a detailed review!!!
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I love the Seidio CONVERT, i had the case for my Thunderbolt and they replaced it 3 times over the years due to breaks, cracks etc..
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Thanks! After my post I did a little more digging and found that some people seem to believe there is a dead spot with the spen even with the Seidio. I did my own experiment and noticed that the magnet is strong enough to hold a precision screw driver against it while I jiggled it. The screen responded to the magnet when held right up against it. I realize that I am not going to be holding it next to the screen daily or holding screw drivers. I ended up mixing the cheap Verizon cover with the holster and it seems to work well enough. I only planned on using the holster when I wear jeans anyway. plenty of room in dress pants.
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I have a leather holster with 2 magnets that hold ot closed but the part where the phone is is shielded from the magnets by a sheet of aluminum sewn inbetween the leather panels. They also sewed one in the back panel as well to hold the shape of the holster as the leather is really soft. It makes a damn good holster, look and feel of soft leather and strength and protection of an aluminum box. And the aluminum doest affect signal as it actually has an antenna booster built into the aluminum plates. I actually get better signal near the holster. Although I can't remember where it came from since my dad originally bought it for the og note then ended up ordering a handmade one for like 200 $ and gave me this one. It has a sort of woven or carbon fiber texture to the leather. I'll get some pics of it later. The one issue it had was the belt clip wasnt riveted in so it came unstitched after a while of pulling it on and off, but I actually prefer using the belt loops on it now as it doesn't stick out as far anymore. Under a tshirt you can't even tell its there.
I like to break stuff!
Ive been using the best buy case since I got my note. I dont notice any spen interference. But I also only use the spen every so often.
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Wouldn't magnet interfere with internal compass? Will it permanently affect it on long run?
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I use the Best Buy Branded Platinum since November and there is zero problems
with the phone, S-pen or the compass. I also have a holster with a magnet to
keep it close and I never seen any issue.
It looks like this phone is very well shielded...
Thank you everyone for your input
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I have no problem whatsoever best buy platinum /sedio surface is VERY GOOD.
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00A45SFBM/ref=dp_olp_used?ie=UTF8&condition=used
Comes with the holster
Just a friendly FYI. Platinum is Seidio. The only difference is Seidio is the name on the product if you buy it online and Platinum is the name if you buy it at a store like Best Buy. Don't ask me why they have different names for the same products made by the same company, they just do lol.
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premiatul said:
I use the Best Buy Branded Platinum since November and there is zero problems
with the phone, S-pen or the compass. I also have a holster with a magnet to
keep it close and I never seen any issue.
It looks like this phone is very well shielded...
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Hi,
Which holster are you using?
Thanks,
Bryan
trapperjohn said:
Hi,
Which holster are you using?
Thanks,
Bryan
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Some no name brand that I picked up at the mall.
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This type of leather wallet cases that you buy are a great way to save space in your pockets by combining your wallet and your phone into one. I received this "Real Full Grain Leather Wallet Case" and really enjoyed how well it was packed. It came in a iPulse bag, and once I removed it, it was again wrapped in some protective plastic. I placed my new Note 8 into the TPU slot where the phone goes, and it fits nice and snug. It a soft TPU type holder which isn't hard plastic and protects the phone also from scratches when inserting it. The wallet smells good too with that new Leather smell. The stitching is and looks hand done (unsure if it is), but it is all perfect. The leather has a soft feel too it. Cards fit snug in the slots. There is enough room for 2 credit cards, and license. A slot under them for money and other items. You maybe able to fit two cards per slot but I didn't try. Also, the magnet closer that holds the wallet closed has good strength to hold it well. I had no issues of it coming open.
Two areas of improvement I would recommend but more of a personal preference. It would be nice if it shuts off the phone screen like some of them do with magnets. Also, there is no cut out for the ear piece speaker so you have to keep the wallet open when talking on the phone.
Otherwise, a great wallet! Good job! Here are some nice pictures I took of the experience of unpacking it and putting my phone in it.
Link: https://www.ipulsecases.com/product...ian-full-grian-leather-flip-wallet-case-black
One note: In the video the guy states he has "a scratch on my phone already" because it's "wide open" at the bottom.
When in fact, the phone is not scratched at all. The case it pops into is. I thought that was kinda funny.
actually all this kind case needs no holes for the earpiece, just turn the volume to the max, imageine there is hole, and talk with case closed
Fuyuanhuihaoxiao said:
This type of leather wallet cases that you buy are a great way to save space in your pockets by combining your wallet and your phone into one. I received this "Real Full Grain Leather Wallet Case" and really enjoyed how well it was packed. It came in a iPulse bag, and once I removed it, it was again wrapped in some protective plastic. I placed my new Note 8 into the TPU slot where the phone goes, and it fits nice and snug. It a soft TPU type holder which isn't hard plastic and protects the phone also from scratches when inserting it. The wallet smells good too with that new Leather smell. The stitching is and looks hand done (unsure if it is), but it is all perfect. The leather has a soft feel too it. Cards fit snug in the slots. There is enough room for 2 credit cards, and license. A slot under them for money and other items. You maybe able to fit two cards per slot but I didn't try. Also, the magnet closer that holds the wallet closed has good strength to hold it well. I had no issues of it coming open.
Two areas of improvement I would recommend but more of a personal preference. It would be nice if it shuts off the phone screen like some of them do with magnets. Also, there is no cut out for the ear piece speaker so you have to keep the wallet open when talking on the phone.
Otherwise, a great wallet! Good job! Here are some nice pictures I took of the experience of unpacking it and putting my phone in it.
Link: https://www.ipulsecases.com/product...ian-full-grian-leather-flip-wallet-case-black
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This is an excellent case. Form, fit and finish are excellent. The TPU will protect against side scratches, but like most leather cases, the impact drop protection is not great-and certainly not Milspec rated. However, the magnetic latch and leather edges offer some drop/scratch protection.
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I've found leather wallets to be great for drop protection and I've never broke a screen in one. I know it's happened and it doesn't mean I cant or wont but I've gone through a lot of phones and a lot of these style cases and they've all taken a few drops without damage. I do agree they are not the best possible protection but I'd say they're a fair bit better than the average case.
krabman said:
I've found leather wallets to be great for drop protection and I've never broke a screen in one. I know it's happened and it doesn't mean I cant or wont but I've gone through a lot of phones and a lot of these style cases and they've all taken a few drops without damage. I do agree they are not the best possible protection but I'd say they're a fair bit better than the average case.
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This one does a great job about protection.
The magnetic closure keeps it closed all the time, so dropping is never a problem for me.
FYI, I DO INSTALL GLASS SCREEN PROTECTOR
Anyone have advice on how to run the shiney leather to suede on these cases. ? I'm thinking wet and dry sandpaper or wire wool perhaps.
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Not to worry , used scotch pad and alcohol worked a treat.
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Gave the case an aged look. LOL
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why dont you go and get a suede leather?
The case is torched like helk
dallasmanic said:
why dont you go and get a suede leather?
The case is torched like helk
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As I mentioned a few months ago the suede one looks like a book which I didn't like. Now, this one feels like suede and the right color for me. Also, since the sheen has gone, it's going to age better with staining and what not. Grips and feels good also
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As I mentioned a few months ago the suede one looks like a book which I didn't like. Now, this one feels like suede and the right color for me. Also, since the sheen has gone, it's going to age better with staining and what not. Grips and feels good also
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I like how you care about doing it by yourself.
Man, you rock
dallasmanic said:
I like how you care about doing it by yourself.
Man, you rock
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Indeed.
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Limeybastard said:
Indeed.View attachment 4384717View attachment 4384718
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can you age one for me? i can pay you
dallaslaventurasucks said:
can you age one for me? i can pay you
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I'll do it for free. Just pay postage.
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