Looks like the full body skins are available for those that are interested. I'm not a fan of using them for screen protection but I do like them to protect the sides from scratches.
BodyGuardz:
http://www.bodyguardz.com/samsung-g...en-protectors-covers-shields-skins-films.html
Zagg:
http://www.zagg.com/invisibleshield...es-screen-protectors-covers-skins-shields.php
PhantomSkinz
http://phantomskinz.com/samsunggalaxynoteii.aspx
Which one better
They are pretty much made out of the same material. Major differences are in the cuts. I usually get the BodyGuardz because I get a discount for being a previous customer and it stacks with whatever coupons they currently have. You also get 2 sets with them compared to Zagg.
I like this one, but would prefer with clear "wrap" rather than split up CF
http://www.bodyguardz.com/armor-carbon-fiber-samsung-galaxy-note-2.html
I went with a Skinomi Brushed Steel to cover my Titanium Grey unit
http://www.skinomi.com/sk11924-samsung-galaxy-note-2-brushed-steel-skin-protector.html
I had an xtreme guard full protector on the pebble, but didn't really like the glossy look of it. It also started peeling up on the corners after a few days. I ordered two custom designs from decalgirl.
http://youtu.be/6WHROxWQVZE
dbrand was kind enough to ship me some skins for review for both the LG G4 and LG G3.
I figured I would post the reviews here on XDA to help the most people I could, here goes.
For the LG G4 I have the Black Carbon Fiber skin with accents and the White Carbon Fiber skin with accents.
For the LG G3 I have the Mahogany Skin with accents, and the Zebra Wood Skin with accents.
The skins arrived in simple plastic sleeves with a dbrand insert and the skin itself.
Once you open these the first thing you will notice is the skins have a texture.
The carbon fiber really looks and feels like carbon fiber.
You can actually feel the wood grain in both the wood skins.
The printing on these skins is second to none, they all look realistic.
The cutouts on the speaker grill, camera, and sensors are perfect.
The application of this skin is the easiest yet.
All you have to do is place the button and camera covers (accents) on.
Then just use the 3M paper to keep the entire skin from sticking as you align the camera cutouts.
Realign the paper sideways and align the speaker cutout.
Remove the paper completely.
Finally use a hair dryer or heat gun to heat up the edges and press them into place.
I used a heat gun on the lowest setting, a hair dryer may take slightly longer.
Just in case you do not believe how easy the install is, I have made a video of me installing one.
Remember I have no extra experience doing this, it is this easy.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQFYXfo47Z4&feature=youtu.be
Once installed you will really see how perfect dbrand made these skins.
Every cutout and edge will be exactly where it should be.
There are no overlapped places or short edges.
I have used both Skickwraps and dbrand and in my opinion dbrand has done a much better job with their skins.
If anyone is considering skins, dbrand is the way to go.
At $9.95 for just the back and accents and $17.95 for the back, accents, and front, these are a great price.
https://dbrand.com/shop/lg-g4
I hope this review will help someone.
Please ask any questions you want, I will try and answer if I can.
P.S. my favorite is the White Carbon Fiber back with the Black Carbon Fiber accents.
Do these stay on the leather cover ?
mohammad_othar said:
Do these stay on the leather cover ?
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They're for the plastic backs, not the leather backs.
I'd love to see some examples. I've always hated cases but have never used a skin.
exzacklyright said:
I'd love to see some examples. I've always hated cases but have never used a skin.
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You can see all of my SlickWraps skins here: SlickWraps Skins review
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Im waiting for my Black Leather DBrand skin to arrive whrn it does Ill update this post...
I have a matte ghost armor front and back.
It shows off the beauty of the phone, makes it less slippery and makes it WAY less of a fingerprint magnet and protects it just enough for me...
Cost 50$ installed but comes with lifetime reinstalls.
pre ordered my skins a while back, went for red & black carbon fiber, curious about the white marble & dragon skin tho, cant wait for them to release the green carbon fiber skins
here is a link if you're interested:
https://dbrand.com/shop/samsung-galaxy-note-8-skins
on a glass phone its pretty much a no brainer, adds grip, protects from scratches, hide smudge marks, helps you locate the fingerprint scanner - whats not to like?
has anyone else pre ordered? what did you get?
mustyrash said:
pre ordered my skins a while back, went for red & black carbon fiber, curious about the white marble & dragon skin tho, cant wait for them to release the green carbon fiber skins
here is a link if you're interested:
https://dbrand.com/shop/samsung-galaxy-note-8-skins
on a glass phone its pretty much a no brainer, adds grip, protects from scratches, hide smudge marks, helps you locate the fingerprint scanner - whats not to like?
has anyone else pre ordered? what did you get?
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Probably ordering a few... I have a dbrand dark wood skin for my S8+ and love it. I might try it the lighter wood for my Note 8
Thanks for the link...definitely going to try the metal..
Hyperblack Titanium all the way around, on a Orchid Grey. Very elegant executive look.
How hard is the application?
notefreak said:
How hard is the application?
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Quite easy. Just follow the steps.
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notefreak said:
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If you've applied screen protectors before then it's way easier as you don't need to look out for dust fibers, just small grains that may cause lumps, plus you can take it off and stick it back on again as long as you're careful
They provide video tutorials for each device they sell skins for.
They do front skins too but I'm not a huge fan of them
These skins by dbrand are the best! They are very thick and protect well. I just took the one off my note 5 which I bought as soon as it came out, and it is brand new looking now. The skin also came off slowly but cleanly, with no need to clean after removing. Also look for xda packs they offer at special prices.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G935A using XDA-Developers Legacy app
Whatever you do, Dbrand is fine. Just don't order anything from Slickwraps....worst service I ever experienced.
I've had a dbrand skin on ALL of my past phones during at least one point or another and always go back to them. Will be ordering the Black Dragon skin because I have never tried this one yet(but looks cool) and the Hyperblack Titanium just in case I don't like the Dragon skin.
I had the Dragon Skin for Samsung s8+, looks nice, but like other posters say it's pretty easy to put on. A quick YouTube and you'll have a bunch of videos to help you.
Got the Black Dragon skin with a Red Carbon Fiber accent.
Excited to see it in-person!
Bjray said:
Got the Black Dragon skin with a Red Carbon Fiber accent.
Excited to see it in-person!
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nice one
Are DBRAND skins waterproof ?
How is it putting on case and removing case with a dbrand skin? Does it thicken the phone in anyway. Does makes it hard to remove or put on case?
Alex2483 said:
Are DBRAND skins waterproof ?
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ive not had any issues with water - its made out of 3m vinyl so it should hold up
borijess said:
How is it putting on case and removing case with a dbrand skin? Does it thicken the phone in anyway. Does makes it hard to remove or put on case?
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depends on the case, i use the ringke fusion and generic tpu cases and theyre flawless, i dont think the ultra thin snap-on cases would play well with the skin but the skin is very thin
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ive not had any issues with water - its made out of 3m vinyl so it should hold up
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So if they don't have problems with water, can I still clean the phone without any issue ? Because I usually use cotton and alcohol
Alex2483 said:
So if they don't have problems with water, can I still clean the phone without any issue ? Because I usually use cotton and alcohol
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i think the alcohol will remove the adhesive but water should be fine
mustyrash said:
i think the alcohol will remove the adhesive but water should be fine
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A'ight man thanks