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[Q] Decent Nexus S Case?

I've been searching all around for a decent case for my new phone. I want something that will give it minor drop protection, isn't bulky and doesn't look ugly. Locally I don't have much of a selection but the two I've been looking at are the adreama case and the incipio feather case. Does anyone have any suggestions or have tried either of those cases?

I have the incipio feather. I bought it only so I could lay my phone down without fear of scratching my camera or backplate. It offers little to no drop protection. But can barely tell its there if you like a minimalist approach.

I have a rocketfish case I got at best buy. I was looking for exactly the same thing you are. It's a rubbery case but the outside is hard coated, as are the edges so it doesn't stretch or stick. It's all black and molds to the phone. I really love mine.
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Rocketf...lack/2494399.p?id=1218330754572&skuId=2494399

Any cheap TPU case will do. Can't see myself plopping over 10$ for a case, and definitely don't like the so said protection of "hard" cases they sell just about everywhere. Next thing you know the case blows into 1 billion tiny pieces or just breaks away from your phone at the most minor drop.

This from SGP is very nice, and comes with a first rate screen protector.
http://www.sgpstore.com/sgp-google-nexus-s-case-ultra-silke-series.html.

I just bought this one:
http://goo.gl/fktZi
Very happy with it. Makes the phone feel very solid. It does add some bulkiness, but it's worth it because the case feels great to hold.

This is the one I use, I have had it on it since day one. Reminds me of an otterbox, but half the price and not nearly as bulky.

Bump for Incipio, have one in blue, one in teal and its subdued. Does offer protection, least bulk I could find and love it.

Thanks for everyones responses, I think I'm going to settle on the Feather case. One more question, is it necessary to have a screen protector? I'm generally pretty safe with screens, I managed to have all of my iPod screens live without a scratch so far but I'm not sure how much this screen will be able to manage.

I have the Incipio thin feather case. Its as low as $16.95 on Ebay and is super thin, sexy, and sleek. Just be prepared to beat women off of you. They come runnin'. lol

Google Nexus S Pop! Cases
This case is a great addition to my Sprint Nexus - S. It was very easy to put the phone in the case basically just running one's thumbnail around the edge will make sure the phone is in tight and well sealed.
The case 'elevates' the phone's glass off of a surface when placing the phone face down. Plus, the rubber edge makes a nice satisfying and 'rubbery' thunk, and you know it just won't slide around!
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Google Nexus S Pop! Cases
case-mate.com/Google-Nexus-S-Cases/Case-Mate-Google-Nexus-S-Pop-Cases.asp

I had a TPU case and then got the Rearth Ringke case, and the Ringke case is much better. Retains thinness of the phone, looks sleek and feels great in the hands. Worth looking into.

Incipio Feather is awesome. I'm less worried about protection and more worried about how slippery this phone is. The case gives it grip and looks alright too.

i have this one on for the past 8 months.. its a beautiful case that hardly adds any bulk to the phone... and its 4 bucks
http://www.amazon.com/SAMSUNG-GOOGLE-NEXUS-CURVE-CASE/dp/B004IYVEBI/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1322137939&sr=8-2

moinsheriff said:
i have this one on for the past 8 months.. its a beautiful case that hardly adds any bulk to the phone... and its 4 bucks
http://www.amazon.com/SAMSUNG-GOOGL...VEBI/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1322137939&sr=8-2
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Just wonder if you have to use a stylus now...
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+1 for incipio feather. Just picked myself up one.. won't offer much drop protection but it's a sleek slim case.

I have never been one for cases, but I purchased the Incipio Feather and I haven't had the need to take it off. Love the damn thing.
Hope that helps.

another +1 for incipio feather. just got mine yesterday, great case. and i think it would actually offer some drop protection, at least if it landed on a corner or back.
if you need to access the back of the phone frequently though, to change battery or sim, forget this case. it fits really really well, and would be a pain to take off all the time imho.

a12m4nd0 said:
I had a TPU case and then got the Rearth Ringke case, and the Ringke case is much better. Retains thinness of the phone, looks sleek and feels great in the hands. Worth looking into.
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Ringke is great until the soft touch rubs off and it starts sticking in your pocket and collecting lint.
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epm011 said:
One more question, is it necessary to have a screen protector? I'm generally pretty safe with screens, I managed to have all of my iPod screens live without a scratch so far but I'm not sure how much this screen will be able to manage.
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A screen protector is a must have, there are no arguments against it.
You can get already 3 protectors in high quality for 1.77$!
And im not a fan of any case, smartphones are thick enough and you take it off after a while anyways.

Give me some advices - Which case better?

Hi,
Please give me some advices....Which one better? Body Glove Diamond Brushed VS SGP Slim Armour VS SGP Neo Hybrid
Anyone using can give me some feedbacks...
Thanks!

The SGP Slim Armour, due to the way it is designed, can easily crack where the thin plastic along the buttons are, so I wouldn't recommend it. I'd personally prefer the SGP Neo Hybrid over the Body Glove because it looks and feels slimmer. The Body Glove should provide more protection though, so the choice depends on whether you'd want looks or function. The Neo Hybrid should still provide a bit of protection.

Official case. No doubt. I've been using them for over a year and no problems, all pros.

I just recently got the note 2, traded a iphone 5 for it after that crap ios7 came out. One thing I noticed is cases for this phone are far and few between. I have found one I love though, it is the uag case. Very slim and fits very well with great protection.

koko11111 said:
I just recently got the note 2, traded a iphone 5 for it after that crap ios7 came out. One thing I noticed is cases for this phone are far and few between. I have found one I love though, it is the uag case. Very slim and fits very well with great protection.
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I also use UAG, saved my brand new note II recently from rendezvous with concrete, UAG didn't even get a scratch.
One con is that back orange plate is on the loose sometimes. Great design, not so massive, but very good protection and it is cheap compared to others. I've got lcd foil for free, every hole is drilled like it should be.

Have you looked at the otterbox OP?
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edwardsiow said:
Hi,
Please give me some advices....Which one better? Body Glove Diamond Brushed VS SGP Slim Armour VS SGP Neo Hybrid
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Better in terms of what? Value, quality, protection, appearance, feel and size?
Please state what it is that you're looking for specifically in a case.
Myself, am using the UAG Scout and Navigator, and both are fantastic due to its great drop protection and cool looks.

Slim case to cover sharp side edges?

I like the edge but I don't like the sharp metal rim/edge feeling on the side when I hold it. Is there a slim like case that would cover it?

I have the Spigen Neo Hybrid http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SV635BG/
they have them in clear too.

Rearth Ringke Fusion
You might also want to look at the Rearth Ringke Fusion Case. It has pretty slim yet solid sides and a transparent back.

this looks good
http://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B00TQ03PMU/ref=noref?ie=UTF8&psc=1&s=telephone

I tried 2 Spigen ones (neo hybrid and another), but I like this Obliq the best.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00UA7LTFS

Spigen Slim Armor is working pretty well so far...

I love this case. Great price to.
I've been using this one. Love it.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SV63WVE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

HotInEER said:
I've been using this one. Love it.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SV63WVE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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When I bought the Slim Armor, I also purchased the Space Crystal version of that case.. Really nice. I almost want to say the phone's design lends itself perhaps a little too much to having some kind of case. If it wasn't for that, I probably would have gone with the regular S6. I don't regret getting the Edge though.

HotInEER said:
I've been using this one. Love it.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SV63WVE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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yep, using this one too and no issues at all

wase4711 said:
yep, using this one too and no issues at all
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How annoying is the back film? I've been debating the Spigen, but the horribly cut back film puts me off a lot. That being said, I'm waiting for the Verizon Galaxy S6 Edge Gold, which puts me in the unfortunate position of not being able to test anything out currently.

inkrededibles said:
How annoying is the back film? I've been debating the Spigen, but the horribly cut back film puts me off a lot. That being said, I'm waiting for the Verizon Galaxy S6 Edge Gold, which puts me in the unfortunate position of not being able to test anything out currently.
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well, frankly, since I look at the front of the phone more than the back, and when the case is on, you don't see the back that clearly anyways. I't nice the film is there to protect the back from being scuffed by any case, but, I guess you would be fine if you didn't bother with it..

whittikins said:
I tried 2 Spigen ones (neo hybrid and another), but I like this Obliq the best.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00UA7LTFS
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whats the grip on the obliq case like? Im using the official samsung case atm (the clear one without the flip cover) and it gets super slippery after a little while.

HotInEER said:
I've been using this one. Love it.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00SV63WVE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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+1 for this case as well. I got the metal slate. It ended up being black rubber but still looks great. The rubber really helps with the grip and the clear back and slim profile really show off the sexiness of the phone.

Speaking of sharp sides, the Spigen Slim Armor has really sharp edges where the TPU meets the plastic. Was using the phone for a couple of hours, and the sides of the case and the cutouts for the ports were digging into and irritating my hands. While the overall form factor is nice (it doesn't thicken the phone too much), I'll be getting another case instead.
Did anyone else have this issue?

Best Thin Cases

Has anyone tried some new thin cases? The Note 8 is a slim sexy phone. It sucks to put it in a thick bulky case. Show us what y'all have in thin cases.

I bought these 3
The first one was from Best Buy and I like it alot and its the one I use the most. Nothing fancy just a thin case TPU soft in the hands.
The second one I got off of eBay it's blue with a clear acrylic back. Don't get that one the cut out for the finger print scanner is to small. I cut it out some more to make it work. It's a ok case if you don't mind cutting it yourself.
The third one is from Ghostek it's 40 dollars it has a aluminum frame and a acrylic clear back. It's still a little thick for me but a damn well built case. I did not even use it I am going to sell this one.

Spigen Rugged Armor Galaxy Note 8 Case with Resilient Shock Absorption and Carbon Fiber Design for Galaxy Note 8 (2017) - Matte Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073RWJ6Z7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_RbMWzbVF122YH
I've used this on my s7e & Axon 7 and loved it. Bought it for my note 8. Should receive today. It is a thin case. I've dropped my s7e many times on concrete and it survived.

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Spigen Rugged Armor Galaxy Note 8 Case with Resilient Shock Absorption and Carbon Fiber Design for Galaxy Note 8 (2017) - Matte Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073RWJ6Z7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_RbMWzbVF122YH
I've used this on my s7e & Axon 7 and loved it. Bought it for my note 8. Should receive today. It is a thin case. I've dropped my s7e many times on concrete and it survived.
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Yeah I had one of these on my V20.

I've bought a few cases across the last week.
I personally prefer the thin fit from spigen
It has a nice slightly rubberised hard finish and the case itself keeps the phone feeling nice and thin
Supports spigen screen protector and the awful glass one I've tried... I'm going to plunge and buy the dome glass protector so here's hoping that fits too

Ry2mkk said:
I've bought a few cases across the last week.
I personally prefer the thin fit from spigen
It has a nice slightly rubberised hard finish and the case itself keeps the phone feeling nice and thin
Supports spigen screen protector and the awful glass one I've tried... I'm going to plunge and buy the dome glass protector so here's hoping that fits too
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I was looking at that Spigen but I did not like the corners. How they have a crack in them. I thought more dust would get in and not as good drop protection.

jason504 said:
I was looking at that Spigen but I did not like the corners. How they have a crack in them. I thought more dust would get in and not as good drop protection.
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It wouldn't be as good as the bigger cases but I don't think it would do that badly... Spigen make good cases.
Yeah the sides I don't really notice.. Its probably one of only types of case out currently like this, the rest are a little bigger and bulky

Ry2mkk said:
It wouldn't be as good as the bigger cases but I don't think it would do that badly... Spigen make good cases.
Yeah the sides I don't really notice.. Its probably one of only types of case out currently like this, the rest are a little bigger and bulky
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I might get on and check it out. Thanks

I have that spigen
case in black I love it I have used that style case on every phone I've had in the last 4 years never had a problem with it
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I have the Spigen Liquid Crystal case and it is pretty good.
However the Samsung Clear Cover Case is far superior and you don't even notice it is there

Something about clear cases that I don't like. On the sides it looks weird. I have a clear one but it's just clear on the back the sides are colored.

Ry2mkk said:
I've bought a few cases across the last week.
I personally prefer the thin fit from spigen
It has a nice slightly rubberised hard finish and the case itself keeps the phone feeling nice and thin
Supports spigen screen protector and the awful glass one I've tried... I'm going to plunge and buy the dome glass protector so here's hoping that fits too
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It fits with dome glass. Just got done installing mine. Lots of room.

I just bought like 3 more cases. When they get in I will tell yall about them. I have never bought as many cases for a phone in my life. I have been using my phone today without a case. Man it feels good to use this phone without a case. But I know one drop its gone. Also if you keep putting it down the back will get scratched up.

jason504 said:
Has anyone tried some new thin cases? The Note 8 is a slim sexy phone. It sucks to put it in a thick bulky case. Show us what y'all have in thin cases.
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I have mine in the Samsung view case, pretty cool
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Otterbox symmetry. The best and slim.
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Ok here is two more that came in today. Both are so so.
The first on I got off of ebay. They made it sound like the end caps were metal. Which they are not they are cheap looking plastic. But it's ok
The second one I got from Amazon. I like it but don't think it has much drop protection. Thin thin thin.

I got the Spigen Neo Hybrid, I am very happy with it so far. The tpu layer is stiffer than most tpu layers I've used before, which feels nice, and the metal trim, while thin and a bit more pliant than I would prefer, looks great. Fortunately I haven't dropped it, but it feels like it would survive most reasonable falls. It's much thinner than my wife's otter box commuter and only $15 on amazon.

I got the Spigen ultra hybrid crystal clear case, and I live it. Have bought these before, they don't yellow and last a long time. Great for letting my dbrand Dragon skin show !!
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I have this one as my daily car and I love it.
MYRIANN ZY9143 Case, Ultra Clear Scratch Resistant, Drop Protection Premium Thin and Lightweight with Air Hybrid TPU Bumper Protective Case for Samsung Galaxy Note 8
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074WTL83W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Pr.Xzb1M7P8ET

ShrekOpher said:
I have this one as my daily car and I love it.
MYRIANN ZY9143 Case, Ultra Clear Scratch Resistant, Drop Protection Premium Thin and Lightweight with Air Hybrid TPU Bumper Protective Case for Samsung Galaxy Note 8
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074WTL83W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Pr.Xzb1M7P8ET
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I have that one does your finger print scaner work with that case? I had to cut mine out a little.

Best *SLIM* cover?

What would you say is a good SLIM cover that will keep the footprint to minimum but will also provide solid protection?
There are so many on ebay and I can't decide.

I really liked the bumper cases by Luphie or other variants on my note 7. Its slim, protects the edges, and leaves the back bare showing gloss black or dbrand skins. I'd do the same set up if I havent invested in spigen screen protector/case combo.

yosi199 said:
What would you say is a good SLIM cover that will keep the footprint to minimum but will also provide solid protection?
There are so many on ebay and I can't decide.
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The official Samsung cases are the slimmest i have found on every phone including the Note 8
but there more pricey
Im using a Black Alcantara case by Samsung
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Samsung-Al...24043&sr=8-1&keywords=galaxy+note+8+alcantara
Slim and has a great look/feel to it

better and cheaper than samsung
https://www.spigen.com/products/galaxy-note-8-case-thin-fit?variant=36835978113

alher591 said:
better and cheaper than samsung
https://www.spigen.com/products/galaxy-note-8-case-thin-fit?variant=36835978113
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I have this case too! in blue and it works perfectly with the whitestone dome... i use a magnetic car holder and this case has a rectangular inset in the inside for a magnet too ...
perfect for me ...

Personally, this is a nice case as well
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074GXT9JK
and it works perfectly with this belt clip holder
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075DKDY4V
And very inexpensive..

Mr.Ash.Man said:
The official Samsung cases are the slimmest i have found on every phone including the Note 8
but there more pricey
Im using a Black Alcantara case by Samsung
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Samsung-Al...24043&sr=8-1&keywords=galaxy+note+8+alcantara
Slim and has a great look/feel to it
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Yeah I love the Alcantara case. I have it in gray and it hugs the phone nicely plus feels soft to the touch.

I have this lumion case and it's pretty thin and feels great in hand
https://www.amazon.com/Galaxy-Note-...&qid=1507095503&sr=8-1&keywords=lumion+note+8

I'am rocking the Spigen Liquid Armor atm. Over feel is rly good, looks are very good to, simple black texture, will fit everyone.
But kinda not liking that edges are covered too much for my taste (maybe this way they are more protected) ofc screen is not covered in any way, precision is rly good. I was used to UAG cases, they had a very minimal edge protection imo but you still kept that edge screen feeling with Liquid Armor it's gone at least for me. That's why I might get UAG Plasma some day.

snobrdinrtiste said:
I have this case too! in blue and it works perfectly with the whitestone dome... i use a magnetic car holder and this case has a rectangular inset in the inside for a magnet too ...
perfect for me ...
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Nice. We have the same setup. lol metal scosche plate and all..

http://spigen.ph/shop/galaxy-note-8/galaxy-note-8-case-airskin
Any one tried this case with Samsung Dex? Is this work8ng with dex? Thanks.