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Im thinking of getting the leather g4 when it comes out. but i also want to put a case on the g4 so it doesnt get f**ked up when i drop it. but i was thinking, if i do get the leather back g4 and i put a case on it, then whats the point of having a leather back if i cant show it off because of the case that is going to be blocking it from view.
Is there any cases for the leather back g4 yet?
I don't think so. If you want a case and a leather back I suggest you look into getting a leather case.
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Most of the cases out there are NOT compatible with the leather back.
If you want a leather back, get the G4 with the plastic back and buy one of these cases....
http://www.tetded.com/home/en/g4/57...-case-for-lg-g4-h815-h818-caen-lc-orange.html
Maybe This One
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VH1J7WI/ref=twister_B00VH1IR10?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I did buy it but as of now it's in another country and i can't actually access it. The description claims it will fit the leather back.
I'm not sure if that was a one size fits all design or sculpted precisely for leather backs.
They had a promotion dropping the price to about $7. Don't know if that's over.
Also don't know if the company is reputable at all. This particular amazon page doesn't show up on google search results soo... idk
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Sale Codes : http://forums.androidcentral.com/lg-g4/528024-g4-verus-case-sale.html It's Done
Some dude's video review: https://youtu.be/gmrwKSB_1ys?t=372
Note however he isn't reviewing the Leather LG G4
I am waiting to hear back about this one: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00VY35YVC?ref_=pe_623860_70668670
this one says Compatible with LEATHER LG G4
Ringke FUSION for LG G4 fits all Leather, Metallic, and Ceramic Craft backs. Be cautious when putting on or removing of the case, as it may damage the leather back
side of the phone, if not careful. Ringke is not responsible for any damage to the leather back. : http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...ailpage_o03_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1&tag=011080yt-20
there's this case reviewer in youtube, he use the brown leather G4 with spigen cases, and they all seem to fit well
but there's no telling the long term effect on the leather though
I've got the cognac leather, with a Versus leather case and I can tell you that it will scratch or tear the leather back near the edges when you are trying to remove the case.
I need the original plastic back cover to replace my leather back cover. Seems most cases won't work with leather back.
Edit... Returned leather G4 due a nad display and got a Metalic Grey one now.
You'll have to wait a few weeks I think. They have some on eBay if you feel like paying 70 bucks for it.
Semantics said:
You'll have to wait a few weeks I think. They have some on eBay if you feel like paying 70 bucks for it.
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Isn't that for the leather on ebay? Didn't see any all plastic. You have link?
MicroMod777 said:
Isn't that for the leather on ebay? Didn't see any all plastic. You have link?
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Just checked again. I don't see any now. I looked yesterday as I get my phone tomorrow and wanted to get a black one and they had black and white covers for 68 dollars, so I passed.
Semantics said:
Just checked again. I don't see any now. I looked yesterday as I get my phone tomorrow and wanted to get a black one and they had black and white covers for 68 dollars, so I passed.
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Yea, that way too much for 68 bucks for all plastic. Was it with overnight USA shipping from South Korea?
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Yea, that way too much for 68 bucks for all plastic. Was it with overnight USA shipping from South Korea?
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Nope, you had to pay for shipping. I saw the price and stopped reading about the back. There is no way I'm dropping that much for one. I'm sure I'll be able to find one for a lot less soon.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/GENUINE-OEM...486?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item20fc494816
plus 9-14$ shipping. 2 weeks for arrival.
No thanks.
I returned one of my G4's for 4 dead pixels. I opted for the plastic back door this time. Leather is nice, but I need a case on my phone, so the leather is pretty worthless for me.
randpost said:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/GENUINE-OEM...486?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item20fc494816
plus 9-14$ shipping. 2 weeks for arrival.
No thanks.
I returned one of my G4's for 4 dead pixels. I opted for the plastic back door this time. Leather is nice, but I need a case on my phone, so the leather is pretty worthless for me.
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Holy smokes, that crazy price!! Probably making $50 profit!
The second case I tried was very hard to get a case on, but it was possible. The reason I got the leather back was because it was the same price as with plastic, so I opted for leather! Once we start to get roms going, then I"ll really need a plastic back in case I need to pull out the battery quickly.
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Holy smokes, that crazy price!! Probably making $50 profit!
The second case I tried was very hard to get a case on, but it was possible. The reason I got the leather back was because it was the same price as with plastic, so I opted for leather! Once we start to get roms going, then I"ll really need a plastic back in case I need to pull out the battery quickly.
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Aliexpress will have them in short order and probably for 20 dollars or less.
It asks too much for 70 bucks for it. In that case.I prefer a hybrid case .
MicroMod777 said:
I need the original plastic back cover to replace my leather back cover. Seems most cases won't work with leather back.
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What color leather? If Black, and not carrier-branded, I'll trade my metallic black one with you and pay shipping.
WACOMalt said:
What color leather? If Black, and not carrier-branded, I'll trade my metallic black one with you and pay shipping.
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Now that sounds like a very good bargain for you my friend! lol I'll just wait it out till somebody in China makes the back plastic for 50 cents or something!
MicroMod777 said:
Now that sounds like a very good bargain for you my friend! lol I'll just wait it out till somebody in China makes the back plastic for 50 cents or something!
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I'll toss in $20?
WACOMalt said:
I'll toss in $20?
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Its ok. I wanna keep also my leather cover. It looks too sexy!
Hybrid case is a good choice.
LG G4 Black leather case
Does anyone wants to swap plastic case for black leather one?
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Does anyone wants to swap plastic case for black leather one?
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You want to trade your black leather back for a plastic back or vice versa?
I have a plastic metallic gray cover coming in tomorrow that I would trade you and I'll cover shipping. I was hoping to trade someone else on these forums, but we might have miscommunicated and they might be looking for black leather back for a brown leather, of which i have neither
woozzy101 said:
You want to trade your black leather back for a plastic back or vice versa?
I have a plastic metallic gray cover coming in tomorrow that I would trade you and I'll cover shipping. I was hoping to trade someone else on these forums, but we might have miscommunicated and they might be looking for black leather back for a brown leather, of which i have neither
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I want to trade my Black leather cover for a plastic cover. you can email me at [email protected]
I'll trade my grey plastic back for a leather back!!!!!
Well bought another G4 with grey metallic back! So much nicer. Leather back already looks old after a week. Its going back to tmo for refund!
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I bought my G4 from T-mobile, and I'm hoping to find somewhere to buy a Black Leather back that isn't from outside the US, as I really want OEM.
Anyone know of anywhere to buy it or any black leather buyers swapping theirs out for something else? Thanks everyone!
I have the black leather back (Sprint version), and was considering trying to find someone to trade with. I really do like the black leather, look and feel but I'm very used to keeping my phones in protective cases. The vast majority of cases made for the G4 are not compatible with the leather backs.
dgoad81 said:
I have the black leather back (Sprint version), and was considering trying to find someone to trade with. I really do like the black leather, look and feel but I'm very used to keeping my phones in protective cases. The vast majority of cases made for the G4 are not compatible with the leather backs.
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I have the dark grey plastic, but kinda want to hang onto it as an extra. Any chance you'd sell the black back?
InsaneJester17 said:
I have the dark grey plastic, but kinda want to hang onto it as an extra. Any chance you'd sell the black back?
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Possibly, but I'll have to wait till I can find a replacement back of my own. The plastic ones right now seem to cost just as much as the leather. I'd prefer a white back, or maybe even the deep blue one, but I'd settle for gray if I can find one for a reasonable price. The G4 is my daily, and right now my only phone. When I do find one, I'll come back to this thread to see if you're still interested. Hopefully, within the next few days.
Great! PM me if you can, I don't check here often!
If it's not branded I'll trade you for brown
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Not interested in brown. Thanks tho.
Case that fits with leather back
This is a great case that fit perfectly with my leather back (T-Mobile, Brown):
caseologycases {dot} com/collections/lg-g4/products/wavelength-series-5[/url]
dgoad81 said:
I have the black leather back (Sprint version), and was considering trying to find someone to trade with. I really do like the black leather, look and feel but I'm very used to keeping my phones in protective cases. The vast majority of cases made for the G4 are not compatible with the leather backs.
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I have a t-mobile brown leather, but I bought a genuine OEM black leather back from ebay. I love being able to change colors!
skyline23 said:
I have a t-mobile brown leather, but I bought a genuine OEM black leather back from ebay. I love being able to change colors!
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Mind sharing a link? Thanks!
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Mind sharing a link? Thanks!
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/OEM-LG-G4-H...d&pid=100005&rk=3&rkt=6&sd=251989106935&rt=nc
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http://www.ebay.com/itm/OEM-LG-G4-H...d&pid=100005&rk=3&rkt=6&sd=251989106935&rt=nc
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That is the same one that I bought but I got it from a US seller. It was $3 more but got here in less than a week.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/251988950766?
It is branded as shown but looks okay. It says "Band LTE"
skyline23 said:
I have a t-mobile brown leather, but I bought a genuine OEM black leather back from ebay. I love being able to change colors!
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skyline23 said:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/OEM-LG-G4-H...d&pid=100005&rk=3&rkt=6&sd=251989106935&rt=nc
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lancemoreland said:
That is the same one that I bought but I got it from a US seller. It was $3 more but got here in less than a week.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/251988950766?
It is branded as shown but looks okay. It says "Band LTE"
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How's the quality? I can't tell if it's knock-off or based on a foreign model, since the US version seems to have a light color stitching and this doesn't.
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How's the quality? I can't tell if it's knock-off or based on a foreign model, since the US version seems to have a light color stitching and this doesn't.
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The quality is similar to the original but with a grained leather. Stitching is the same and it appears to be OEM. I checked the inside and although it doesn't have the same stamped print inside as the original it appears to have come out of the same mold.
I've a Sprint OEM Genuine leather back. Would want to trade with your brown leather back
Thanks
himeshkaul said:
I've a Sprint OEM Genuine leather back. Would want to trade with your brown leather back
Thanks
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I have Brown mint condition I like to trade for your black
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How's the quality? I can't tell if it's knock-off or based on a foreign model, since the US version seems to have a light colour stitching and this doesn't.
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I bought a similar one that says 'Band LTE' on the back. It arrived in about a week. Seems genuine OEM. The black leather is definitely more slippery than the metallic gray one.
Hi all, I have a black leather (AT&T branded) back that I'm willing to trade for brown. If anyone is interested, PM me.
I have the blue plastic back from best buy, I'll trade for any leather back. Even add kicker
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I ordered a brown back off ebay. Its coming from Korea though so its going to be awhile. I have a grey plastic back I'll trade to someone for leather though.
I'm looking to switch out my back from bamboo to possibly black leather or a plastic back.
Has anyone purchased from Ebay and how is it holding up? Adhesive-wise. Quality issues with the leather? Specific good seller you have found? Thanks for any info.
For the adhesive you should buy one of the oem adhesive stickers which cost about $3.
hi
i love the lg g4 with leather back.
but i usually use metal bumper case on my previously phones.
im wonder if anyone use any kind of metalbumpers on the lg g4 with leather back ? will it work and how does it looks ?
I bought this... qulity is excellent but will crease the leather over time.
http://www.amazon.com/Hi5Gadget-ZLDECO-Aluminum-T-Mobile-International/dp/B00Y1UQ7R0
oryanh said:
I bought this... qulity is excellent but will crease the leather over time.
http://www.amazon.com/Hi5Gadget-ZLDECO-Aluminum-T-Mobile-International/dp/B00Y1UQ7R0
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can u take some post some pic with the leather on with this case?
does it feels weird in the hand ?
Got one on ebay just like that with no brand name on it About $5. Absolutely creases the leather. Also wore down one edge a bit from when I was doing battery swaps, from taking it on and off. Otherwise nice.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/391151696943?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
Now I also have this tpu one.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/121692751902?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
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Got one on ebay just like that with no brand name on it About $5. Absolutely creases the leather. Also wore down one edge a bit from when I was doing battery swaps, from taking it on and off. Otherwise nice.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/391151696943?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
Now I also have this tpu one.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/121692751902?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
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can u post a pic with the metal bumper on leather g4 ? back and front
Sorry, but it was gifted to a buddy at my job. I'll get you some pics.
oryanh said:
Sorry, but it was gifted to a buddy at my job. I'll get you some pics.
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thanks i will appreciate it
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thanks i will appreciate it
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Sorry, this took forever:
Any pics of the damage done to the back cover? Maybe shouldn't consider it at all if it damages the leather...
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Any pics of the damage done to the back cover? Maybe shouldn't consider it at all if it damages the leather...
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The creases are barely visible. they could probably be massaged out eventually. I'll get a pic today (hopefully)
The way I see it; It's somewhat attractive in itself, it protects the phone from scuffs, scratches, and possibly a cracked screen, etc. far less worrisome outcome than a crease on a $30 replaceable leather back-plate.
...and this is really only a problem if you decide you want to remove the case indefinitely and are annoyed by those creases staring back at you... just drop $30 bucks, problem solved. (Your leather back will wear regardless if it goes uncovered.)
But, I totally get you... whats the point of buying a protective case if it damages the phone? seems backwards, I get it.
I've NEVER seen a phone case that makes a phone look better than one without, or doesn't add weight or bulk...
You gotta compromise somehow.
You could also get an original plastic back, alleviating the whole crease thing for $12-15.
---if you're handy with a Dremel or a small file, try tapering the square edge that touches the leather back, and putting a felt strip there. It wont be visible when the case is on.
...reminds me of my mom, who always puts a cheap plastic film over her iPhone screen to prevent scratches... but in a week the film is full of scratches that the glass would have resisted. The whole point of keeping the screen optically clear is now null and void by that nasty screen cover. If the principle here is to maintaining a good visual appearance, go naked, be careful and run a risk. If you're just trying to protect an investment, cover it up.
For the record, My Z3, S5, Nexus 6, G4 and Note 3, have always gone uncovered. I've dropped the Nexus once, but still haven't learned a lesson from it.
been using that aluminum bumper on my plastic back g4, and it has scratches on the back where the aluminum meets the plastic. I would never put it on a leather back, there's plenty of reviews saying how it damaged the leather backs. It even warns against it in the description. I wouldn't put it on at all without a screen protector on for fear it would damage the front.
It does give the phone a great feel and good protection though.
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thanks for the pics =)
how does it actually feel on hand ? compare to naked ?
naked g4 feels pretty good but i guess the bumper will destroy the feel ?
also coming from galaxy phones im worried about the chrome bezel. Will it peel after a time ?
oopeteroo said:
also coming from galaxy phones im worried about the chrome bezel. Will it peel after a time ?
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I've not heard of any reports of peeling, just scratching.
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oopeteroo said:
hi
i love the lg g4 with leather back.
but i usually use metal bumper case on my previously phones.
im wonder if anyone use any kind of metalbumpers on the lg g4 with leather back ? will it work and how does it looks ?
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Why not have both ?
The surround is not metal. I will sell you mine for $10 plus actual shipping cost.
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Why not have both ?
The surround is not metal. I will sell you mine for $10 plus actual shipping cost.
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i was planning to get the red leather.....but dont think it will look good on any metal bumper as nothing match the color
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oopeteroo said:
i was planning to get the red leather.....but dont think it will look good on any metal bumper as nothing match the color
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I wouldn't buy the LG Leather case. If you look on XDA, many people are complaining about the leather wearing off, simply because they had put the phone in their jean jacket. The LG is $80 and it looks like it is sprayed on.
I purchased the Pierre Cardin from Ebay and it is quite a bit better than the LG...plus only $18 with free shipping.
Here is the link:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Offical-Pie...hash=item2a57ef14f5:m:mYYV9j35l1WMYwpTI_XbU0w
thevmax said:
I wouldn't buy the LG Leather case. If you look on XDA, many people are complaining about the leather wearing off, simply because they had put the phone in their jean jacket. The LG is $80 and it looks like it is sprayed on.
I purchased the Pierre Cardin from Ebay and it is quite a bit better than the LG...plus only $18 with free shipping.
Here is the link:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Offical-Pie...hash=item2a57ef14f5:m:mYYV9j35l1WMYwpTI_XbU0w
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i was meaning the red leather back door i dont plan to buy any cases, maybe a metal bumper but dont know how it will look on the red leather back door
I bought à gold frame to use with it
Looks gorgeous with the back leather but its doing some serious damage on the corners