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Rugged case for the XDA

Hi all,
just wondering if anyone has come across a protective case for the XDA. The sort of thing I want is rubber not leather............
any ideas
Thanks

I saw some in an outdoor shop and will probably get myself one as soon as I can find the time to go there again.
They were meant to be used for digital cameras or portable audio players I think. They were at least rainproof, (one even claimed to be submergible!) I think they would provide the shelter required for carrying the device around in everyday use. The only problem is that you'll have to get the XDA out of the case to actually use it.
Martin

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Hi Martin, thanks for the reply.
I have found a case similar to what you have described at www.ruggedpeak.com. they seam a little expensive bur probably cheaper than a new XDA !!

XDA Hard Case
O2 sell a hard case for the XDA - It's a metal case lined with foam, that clips over the XDA and makes it pretty much shock proof - I have one, and it's GREAT!
Link: http://www.o2.co.uk/productsservices/xda/accessories5/0,,170,00.html
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Hope that helps!
Ben

its made by proporta.com bluddy ace case my old metal case but scrapes on my ols 32mb xda but this proporta case it fits nicely on the xda and holds it in wicked + u can answer the phone without having to undo it and you can even use the conectors and charge aswell

what if i have the external battery? do they make one that fit such a thicker device? i LOVE the way this case looks... alot nicer than that other aluminum case i found on ebay.

Paul Jones said:
Hi all,
just wondering if anyone has come across a protective case for the XDA. The sort of thing I want is rubber not leather............
any ideas
Thanks
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I think this page might help, there is a phone number there for you to cal, lifetime warranty as well I think.
http://www.databuild.co.uk/../TopMenu/news.htm

Hi people Ive found a cheap and very strong case for our device.
See this link here http://www.outdoortrends.de/index.html?d_DE_39622_700_Deuter_Handytasche_Phone_Case_M6646.htm
Ive used the s model(antanna hanging out) for 1 year but its a tight fit thus heavy pulling of the zip every time to close it and it has survived a year of this treatment and still not a tear and only some paint came off the zipper.
They now have the M model which fits the Xda perfectly totally enclosing it. It offers no protection but the thing I like about this case is I can wear it horizontally on my belt with the screen facing inward and thats very comfortable.
If you see it in an outdoor store give it a try its cheap enought

Hey guys...i bought a similar case on ebay... Similar to This. The concept was great, it is lined with a nice padded feltish. materal but the closing latch did a huge number on my phone. Luckily (Ironicly) my screen $hit the bed, and T-Mo is replacing the phone for me.. My words of advice, find out what their return policy is on the merchandise and if you don't like it see if you could exchange it for something different. I didn't do that and I am stuck with my case
I would be willing to sell it for $25 (buyer pays shipping) to someone that deoesn't have paint on their XDA. I didn't like it because I like my stuff always looking new. anyone interested PM me.

is that the case which doesnt have button holes and covers the whole phone with the airel sticking out the hole at the top.
i had one of these on my 1st xda and ti made a horrible mark near my ariel and the catch scuffed up all the side and it kept popping open and all.
the PROPORTA one is a hell of a lot better that kept my 64mb XDA mint as and still looks mint today not a scrach on it just fingerprtints all over the screen and sides lol.
get the proporta one much better then that other metal case.
gaz

I totaly agree the Proporta case is a little gem they on eBay I expect thats where I picked mine up from

My DIY Nook Book Cover

So I decided to make my own book cover...
I bought a hardcover book at goodwill and cut out all the pages. Bought some liner paper at a local fabric store, along with thin cardboard sheets. I cut the cardboard sheets to fit inside the book and covered the cardboard with the liner paper. Hot glued some elastic and long story short here you go:
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If anyone wants one made send me a PM. I have one extra made with extra space for a pen and note pad. And can make more upond request.

well,...case closed...

Wow, that looks awesome. I love that the nook is inside what looks like a very dated book!

Does it hold it ok? Looks like it will fall out.

flyboypr said:
Does it hold it ok? Looks like it will fall out.
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Holds great. Its been with me all day, very sturdy. How does it look like it will fall out?

I did something similar
Your's looks pretty cool. I like the exposed book. The book I used was really old so I had to cover it.

Woah! You're both very, very good! Time to go into business! I do wonder about the durability of elastic bands holding the NC corners though. I suppose if you get good quality ones and fix them well, they should last for quite a while.
Anyone else with diy book covers to inspire us?

Awesome work fellas! =)

afroken3130 said:
Your's looks pretty cool. I like the exposed book. The book I used was really old so I had to cover it.
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Awesome work! Your DIY was what originally made me want to make one, but couldn't find it once I started working on it. Great work.

Contra1971 said:
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afroken3130 said:
Your's looks pretty cool. I like the exposed book. The book I used was really old so I had to cover it.
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Do yo have a step by step log showing how you did that? Looks great!

That first case is very nice. I came across that layout after getting a notebook at Walgreens that was about the size of the Nook. It protected the screen, but I wanted more than that. I wanted something I could carry without worrying about smooshing and which could be an easel.
I wound up investing WAY too much time getting to where I am, but I like a lot of what I've got.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=537935&d=1299698667
The case is based on a canvas hardbound sketchbook (I just feel wrong killing a book to house an e-reader) and goes from there to build in a wood frame, a strong magnetic closure, and high-friction surfaces (velvet and corduroy) for the inside front and outside back covers to keep it from skidding off when laying down. There's a little velcro "tail" that can be used to support it like an easel in landscape mode, and a seatbelt to help it resist falling over. I'd hate to add velcro to the interior to hold it in place, but it could be done. I'm still thinking about how to do something more like a slide-in channel to really hold the device between the upper and lower posts.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=537936&d=1299698667
Total materials cost is pretty high, probably around 20 - 25 bucks. And build time is more manageable now, but it was off the hook when I started, of course.
I'm very pleased with the overall design.
The main thing I like about all the actual book book-based designs is that they don't scream "I have a fancy electronic toy."

Has anybody tried gluing some velcro strips on the back of the nook and on the cover to hold it instead of the elastic bands?

That would totally work. In my case, I decided that I wanted this case not to have that.
The old Handsprings had a manufacturer supplied cover that was very elegant - it snapped into a hardshell with "fangs" top and bottom to protect teh face. To use, remove from the fangs and face out. I had no problem putting velcro onto the cover, then putting that into a nice Body Glove zipper case.

Roger_H said:
Has anybody tried gluing some velcro strips on the back of the nook and on the cover to hold it instead of the elastic bands?
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I was thinking of using some double sided acrylic foam tape from 3M. I have LOADS of that stuff at home. But i like the idea of being able to remove the Nook Color. The Velco would be the ideal way to go if you wanted to remove it, however to strong of a Velco and you'll end up bending the card board of the book cover....I think i might end up using the bands to hold it in place and some light duty velco to keep it from sliding around.

Anyone? Aluminum Alloy Blade Metal Frame Bumper Case

Anyone used this bumper?
The back cover is easily replaceable so I don't mind showing off the titanium texture on Note 2. A bumper fits this need. So anyone used this? It shows 20 sold, so hopefully at least someone is browsing xda.
Share your opinions :]
BTW, there's different codes of N7100 and the prices are different, e.g., BK, PK, TP, etc. What does that mean?
EDIT: UH.. nvm, seem to be color codes. BUT, same model, different prices ($20+ vs $10)????
EDIT: UH... nvm again, one is free shipping, one is $10 shipping. :facepalm:
EDIT: AND one is bid while the other is BIN. :double-facepalm:
WARNING: Based on further reading, this design is not acceptable. It scratches screen when installing/uninstalling, and possibly affects reception!!
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I've also come across these
You can see that my main idea is to cover the sides, because I believe that it is still chrome like on the Note2 (mine hasn't arrived yet), and shows scratch more easily.
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Or do you guys think Galaxy Note™ II Protective Cover + from Samsung just looks better?

Only thing I'd be worried about is it interfering with the reception
-TeaM VeNuM Like A Boss

Ye, that's also my major concern. So I wanted to see if anyone tried it on xda. It comes from Hong Kong, so I really don't wanna waste time just to find it interferes with the reception :/

From this thread, looks like (hopefully) it won't interfere.
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It wouldn't suppress the signal since The Note isn't like the iPhone 4/4S where the antenna is on the sides. Our Antenna is on the bottom portion of our phone so this case does not interfere with signal.
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Im very interested if anyone has tried one of these? Im waiting on my note 2 to come today and already ordered a tpu case just to get thru the first few days as thats normally when i drop a new from slipping out of my hand. adjusting to the size difference.

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Im very interested if anyone has tried one of these? Im waiting on my note 2 to come today and already ordered a tpu case just to get thru the first few days as thats normally when i drop a new from slipping out of my hand. adjusting to the size difference.
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a buddy of mine has one on his s3 and has no problems. I am going to pass this link to him because when he asked if they were available for the note 2 they said no.. but that was a few weeks ago.

Just fyi guys, i updated in my OP that these bumpers will possibly scratch the screen when sliding in/out as well as interfering with signal strengths as i read in the other thread.
Try to avoid it or try to bear the risk.
There are plastic/soft bumper emerging on eBay. Search for them.

cswithxda said:
Just fyi guys, i updated in my OP that these bumpers will possibly scratch the screen when sliding in/out as well as interfering with signal strengths as i read in the other thread.
Try to avoid it or try to bear the risk.
There are plastic/soft bumper emerging on eBay. Search for them.
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Dang it...I bought one yesterday...different one to the op but same sliding mechanism
Sent from my GT-N7100 using xda premium

I've had a black aluminium bumper on the titanium gray note 2 for a week, it looks badass especially with the notification led in red ahah. But it does add some bulk and removes the softness of the original design when you hold it ot shove it in your pocket, Guess that bugged me just because I used the note protection free for 2 weeks :/
No signal problem whatsoever.
Little video there, mine is the second one to prove another guy the case didn't intefere: http://www.galaxynote.fr/bumper-aluminium-t8200.html#p90815
I've ordered a second one from a different brand (with replacement buttons like in the original poster picture here instead of grip notches on the sides) in titanium gray color too I'll post a full good quality video of the case if I have some time.

Alternative Bumper
I like this one because looks like thinner on front, shows side buttons and it's nice to hold to don't falls.
Where in Chinese sites can I found?
www . youtube . com / watch?v=Gguqnpckf0c&feature=youtube_gdata_player[/url]

chorus rtyprces
wooww..

I had the same one as in OP (aluminum frame) from eBay awhile ago, and it didn't fit the phone

Looks like a Triobump Clone.
The aluminum won't scratch the screen.

Poetic hardback case

Has anyone else bought this? I'm a bit disapointed in it. XDA has turned off search so I couldn't search for similar threads.
On Amazon they picture the buckle fitting like this. Clearly reaching out and over the entire edge and holding on tight from under.
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Mine, fits like this. It's as snug as a bug in the case and no more pressure or pushing is going to make it any better. The buckle just doesn't clasp correctly

I have that case, and it only happens for me when the lower corners are not fully seated (depressed) in their holders. I know you said it is snug as a bug, and if that is the case, yours is definitely made different as mine clasps as in the first photo.

Thanks.. It's clearly defective.
I opened the case up and just put the N10 on it so there is 0% chance of anything keeping it from closing how it was intended.
It clearly is made wrong. There is no way that is clasping no matter what. Pisses me off. $15 product and they know most people won't go through the trouble of going somewhere to ship it back, paying for shipping (and then waiting for them to credit you back) and hope they get it right the second time.. It still holds, especially with the little elastic strap but I'd prefer that extra little security.. Oh well..
I have no luck with cases. My Moko case for the N7 had the magnet improperly placed and the smart cover feature never worked. (it did work though I tested it with a magnet)

Looks like that clasp isn't bent enough. The rigid material underneath is probably plastic whereas metal could perhaps be bent a little more to adjust the fit. Bummer.

I massaged down strip of foam that runs on that edge there and it's sliding over better. Not like in their photo but it's more than it originally was.. It's usable and think once the foam softens up a bit more it'll be even better.
It stays shut and is protected ... Others have complained about the same thing in reviews: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00A6X3ZM6/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00

I see the complaints you're talking about. I'd send a picture of mine, but it's at home. I have to sort of flex the cover down while pulling up a bit on the hook to get it closed. The fit is rather tight, so I am trying to lessen the wear of repeated use. When closed the lid dips down just slightly at the hook. It would be a hassle to return. Maybe they would acknowledge a quality control problem and send a free replacement under the 3-year warranty? You're certainly not alone as Amazon attests.

I'm sorry to hear that. Mine fits perfectly. Smart Cover works pretty well to although I'm not used to it yet. My only complain is that while playing with it, the device gets hotter than usual.
I remember that in the beginning the inner tabs were very tight so I bent them to be able to remove the device more easily. I know it's difficult with that tab particularly. You can try using a heater if it's in fact plastic.

Silly question, did you move the elastic band so it's on the outside when closing the case?

Just ordered my Nexus 10 this morning and seriously considering this case...Should I do it? How reliable is their warranty if the case starts peeling or something? Should I worrya bout the tablet getting scratched while putting it on or getting it in kickstand mode so I can type on it in class?
Thanks!

In my modest opinion, the case is awesome. I own mine for about two months now. To be honest, I don't care about the warranty for a 15$ thing except if you have to return it because it's clearly defective.
I like the case, but I found another one in Amazon that I might like better. If I find it again I'll tell you.

Master Ramy said:
Just ordered my Nexus 10 this morning and seriously considering this case...Should I do it? How reliable is their warranty if the case starts peeling or something? Should I worrya bout the tablet getting scratched while putting it on or getting it in kickstand mode so I can type on it in class?
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I'd say do it. I wasn't going to use a case at all, but I realized I needed one for travel. I really liked that this one didn't have a bezel. I thought I'd use it just for travel, but I've never taken it off.

I mean, I mainly use the nexus without it, especially for gaming. But exactly, I need it for carrying it in the backpack. And the stand functionality is awesome fit browsing. This is the third case I have of this type. I use another one with my note 2 and with the transformer before if this tablet.

Anyone buy this metal bumper?

http://www.casefanatic.com/samsung/galaxy-s6-edge/ginmic-metal-bumper-galaxy-s6-edge/
Obviously no real pics, so kinda sketchy.
Anyone contemplating going with this just based on the renderings?

found this one too, looks like it has a glass back.
http://www.casefanatic.com/samsung/...-s6-edge-luphie-metal-bumper-glass-back-case/

ericdmiller said:
found this one too, looks like it has a glass back.
http://www.casefanatic.com/samsung/...-s6-edge-luphie-metal-bumper-glass-back-case/
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Also interested, like the looks of this one

Just a heads up guys, I bought a aluminium frame bumper for my edge...it looks great but it totally screws up my gps. The phone really struggles to maintain a gps lock, and drops often. As soon as I take it off, the gps is fine again and it works fine with a plastic case.

ericdmiller said:
found this one too, looks like it has a glass back.
http://www.casefanatic.com/samsung/...-s6-edge-luphie-metal-bumper-glass-back-case/
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Also interested, like the looks of this one
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be careful with this. put something similar on my iphone5 and it kinda caused rubbed marks on the aluminium on the phone when I removed it. when manufacturers make these kind of bumpers, they need to line the inside with rubber or plastic because it doesnt take a scientist to know metal on metal is not good...
edit: also looked online and apparently you can use metal wool to buff the marks out

Uhh since this post is on top again. I bought this thing and posted pics in the "post your case" thread.
Overall good case with slightly off manufacturer tolerances(based of the one I recieved). Some extra bits of paper here and there, and it fixed the problem for me.
To address the above issue. The back of the case is lined with a cloth material, and the sides are lined with foam. It wouldn't scratch your phone.

How about the GPS issues mentioned earlier?

GPS works fine.

My experience wit metallic bumper can´t be worse. I used it only once, with the HTC M9, and it scratched the corners while decreases the signal quality... A real mess that I would´t advise at all.

luismix said:
My experience wit metallic bumper can´t be worse. I used it only once, with the HTC M9, and it scratched the corners while decreases the signal quality... A real mess that I would´t advise at all.
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try search online and you can buff out the metal on metal scratches/marks

I bought it, pretty much same one. Cost $15 on eBay. Comes in a fancy metal tin, with extra screws and screw driver. The signal loss was barely noticeable if at all. Definitely excellent quality.
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I bought it, pretty much same one. Cost $15 on eBay. Comes in a fancy metal tin, with extra screws and screw driver. The signal loss was barely noticeable if at all. Definitely excellent quality.
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Is gps signal affected?
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h3ck said:
I bought it, pretty much same one. Cost $15 on eBay. Comes in a fancy metal tin, with extra screws and screw driver. The signal loss was barely noticeable if at all. Definitely excellent quality.
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can you send me the ebay id? or the link please
edit: can you also check if google map is accurate when you use the case please.

not yet

I'll try checking in a bit.

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I'll try checking in a bit.
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I think ill get pending on your reply

I already have one from ebay. And it works great with my s6 edge. You can search the item ID 121649023539 on ebay for more information.Here is the one
I ordered.

I take my comments back about these bumpers. It's effecting my cell/data signal.
Don't buy metal bumpers.

Oliv3 said:
I take my comments back about these bumpers. It's effecting my cell/data signal.
Don't buy metal bumpers.
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bad times…! I think the signal is distorted by the metal. even my DAB radio goes a bit weird when my laptop or S6E is too close to it

Interesting, I wonder why there are so many of these metal bumper threads and why so many people keep saying they're great and don't affect the signal. Separately, I would think that there could be a market for just simple rubber or plastic bumpers.